A Little Light

 

DSC_8130, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

This photo is from several weeks ago, but as the weather has been so gloomy and raw, and now with all the leaves gone…inspiration is lacking. Maybe it will snow soon

Sunlit Clouds

Sunlit Clouds, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

The cloud ceiling in this evening was amazing, causing the sunset light to dance and move all over the sky.

Sun Dog Over Hanging Rock

Sun Dog Over Hanging Rock, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

To the left of the setting sun appeared a sundog over Hanging Rock.

Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

There really is nothing more amazing than the colors that nature produces.

Color Contrast

Color Contrast, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

I know the winter snap is a few weeks past, but I couldn’t resist putting this one up.

Red & Orange & Yellow

Red & Orange & Yellow, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

The pastures and landscapes of this area never stop amazing me. The colors they can produce are irresistible, complimentary, and beautiful.

Table Rock & Hawks Bill Framed

Table Rock & Hawks Bill Framed, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

Here’s a view from the Blue Ridge Parkway of Table Rock and Hawk’s Bill framed by fall colors.

Golden Feast

Golden Feast, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

One of many Monarchs feasts on wild Goldenrod along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Three Gliders

DSC_6772, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

Three paragliders line up in the clouds.

Blue Ridge Flyer

DSC_6672, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

I haven’t braved this adventure yet, but it looks like an unbelievably peaceful ride, aside from the occasional turbulence. It’s obviously a way to see some fantastic landscapes and dramatic skylines, like our beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.

Unison

DSC_6616, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

Two gliders take off one after the other and turn together for their course objectives.

Ready!

Ready! , originally uploaded by boonejag75.

The wind has done what it’s supposed to and the time is now. One by one they straighten their rig, lift, turn, and run toward the edge of Tater Hill for a ride.

Preparations on Tater Hill

Preparations, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

I’ve had the privilege of attending the Fly Tater Hill Paragliding Competition for the past two years. This year’s marked the 4th official comp. This first group is waiting for the wind to turn, pickup, and lift as they ready for take off.

Clock Tower

Clock Tower, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

Here’s the Salt Lake City Hall building at sunrise with the Wasatch Range as the backdrop.

Sunrise over Salt Lake City

Sunrise over Salt Lake City, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

Out of town- From sunset in the appalachians to sunrise in the wasatch…

While visiting Salt Lake there’s always something new to see in the downtown area. This visit I decided to get up early and make my way thru downtown to see what a sunrise would be like. This photo shows the sun making it’s way over the Wasatch mountains.

Sunset Over Mt. Mitchell

Sunset Over Mt. Mitchell, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

Driving away from Mt. Mitchell on the BRP north, we watched the sun set behind it.

Flowers in Eastern Sky

DSC_6272, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

Shelter View

Shelter View, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

One of the picnic shelters at the top of the state park.

Mt. Mitchell

Mt. Mitchell, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

A detour off the Blue Ridge Parkway worth taking is up to Mt. Mitchell. A wonderful NC state park hosting the highest peak east of the Mississippi. The actual height of Mt. Mitchell is 6′684ft. This is a view from the top parking lot, just below the observation deck. It’s beautiful mountain and a has spectacular view all around you.

Looking Glass

Looking Glass, originally uploaded by boonejag75.

The one and only, Looking Glass rock, seen from the Parkway.