While hiking, I am always looking for interesting subjects. Sometimes, I come across an intriguing fallen tree. Its weathered and ravaged trunk stands out amid the greenery.
Tennessee – Big South Fork NRA
One wonders how, in these seemingly verdant conditions, the trees have fallen. Was it due to pests, a lightning strike, or perhaps just from old age?
California – Inyo NF
Montana – Glacier NP
Even in their decaying state they give pleasure to the passing hiker. With the textured bark, extended limbs, muted colors, and hollow cavities they provide lots of visual interest.
Oregon – Hells Canyon NRA
Montana – Glacier NP
Sometimes their situation creates an interesting composition of shapes, textures and colors to photograph. Hope you enjoy looking at them as much as I have.
California – Inyo NF
When I hike, it is for exploring and experiencing the landscape; exercise is a bonus. Mainly, it’s about feeling a part of nature. Finding these logs along the way makes a hike even more pleasurable.
Sites: Various
Scene: Logs, stumps, vegetation
I love these, you can look and look and see new patterns each time.
I find them very interesting too.
Hi David, we really like your sunset photos. Merry Christmas. Love Brenda & Wally
Glad you like the photos. I had a very peaceful day. Hope you had a wonderful holiday too.
I think you nailed it pretty good when you said; “When I hike, it is for exploring and experiencing the landscape; exercise is a bonus. Mainly, it’s about feeling a part of nature.” Nothing like being in the midst of nature. Another good post!
Thanks for the comment Bud. I really do enjoy connecting with the moment.