Pacific Playtime

Gallery: POP PhotosPosted April 10, 2017540 views9 comments

We have had another series of huge storms here in Southern Oregon. 3x the usual amount of rain this winter. Poor Jim must think I dragged him here last year under false pretenses! The winters are usually mild, a little rainy, but tolerable. THIS year has been ludicrous.
We have a Coast Guard station here, and it's amazing to watch the guys (and ladies) practice. Today was a sunny break in the storms, but the waves were still huge. I know they love every minute of it.
There are TWO boats here, both the 47-foot MLB's.
(more info on these amazing boats, for those interested: http://www.uscg.mil/datasheet/47mlb.asp )
Image taken from our front deck - LOVE this house...

2017:04:10 14:35:46
D800
600mm
1/3200 sec, f/9
Mode: Av
Metering: Multi-segment
Exp comp: -1/3
ISO: 500
AF mode: AF-C
White balance: AUTO1
Flash: Off

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9 comments

Comment posted by Reno DiTullio on April 10, 2017 at 9:26 PM

WOW, Sandy, great shot, powerful!

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Comment posted by Bill Leggett on April 10, 2017 at 10:52 PM

Sandy, that's one impressive shot ! Having spent all my life as a sailor and marine designer, I must say this is a testament to both the boats and crew. Excellent action and prefect timing on your part.
The link didn't work but I'll try again later. devil

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Comment posted by SandyRichardsBrown on April 11, 2017 at 12:02 AM

Just checked the link and working ok from here..
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Comment posted by Patricia Brundage on April 11, 2017 at 8:49 AM

Watch out we'll all be coming for a extended visit. What a great shot of these powerful waves. They seem to be tossing those boats around like toys in a bathtub. Keep 'em coming!

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Comment posted by Steve Thompson on April 12, 2017 at 1:47 PM

Very cool action you captured Sandy. Those are some powerful waves.

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Comment posted by Harley Goldman on April 12, 2017 at 5:42 PM

Wow, what a dynamic image and scene! And what a view from that deck! Excellent image, Sandy.

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Comment posted by Kent Staubus on April 15, 2017 at 12:17 AM

I dunno Sandy. Might have been fun for them, but for me it would have been close to terrifying. That is, if I wasn't too sea sick to be scared. I think I'll stay out here in the waves of grain. enlightened