September 28, 2020
Show us a photo (Or photos) you took that you’re most proud of. Tell us about it (them).
It’s been a bad year for forest fires all over the world. There are a couple burning in my neck of the woods right now. I can’t get to where some of these pictures were taken because the roads are closed. So, I’m using this week’s prompt as a tribute to those places.
This was taken at a small lake near Walden, CO several years ago. I believe it’s not in the way of any of the current fires. There was a fire nearby a couple of years ago, but it didn’t reach this spot. Anyway, I love how the mountains reflect in the lake.
This one was taken on the way to Red Feather, CO. I’m pretty sure those mountains in the back are part of the territory covered by one of the active fires. The wind was blowing snow off the mountains the day I took the picture.
If I was standing here now, one of the fires would be behind me. There was a mist hanging in the air that day. This is at an elevation of almost 10,000 feet.
I’ve added these two photos not because they’re all that great, but to give you an idea of what makes fighting these fires so hard. See all the deadwood on the left? That was caused by pine bark beetles. Little bugs that burrow under the bark and kill trees. They are mostly gone now (the bugs), but the trees they destroyed are what fuels these fires. The one of the right gives you an idea of the miles and miles of forest where the fires are burning with nothing to stop them.
One more picture because I want to leave you with an image of beauty. Why I chose to live where I do.
Now I’m off to see what pictures everyone else has posted. You can to, by following the links below. Until next time, stay safe!
September 28, 2020
Show us a photo (Or photos) you took that you’re most proud of. Tell us about it (them).
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