Posted by Josh Anderson on December 2, 2007 at 5:10 PM
I have about 10 days to spend after Christmas (Dec. 26th- Jan 6th) for a short photo excursion. Right now I am debating between western florida (Fort DeSoto down thru Ding Darling) or Bosque del Apache, NM.
My question is, would one be significantly better than the other at this time of year?
Thanks in advance!
Posted by Bill Pelzmann on December 2, 2007 at 6:33 PM
I've been to Bosque during the first week in January and found it a great time to visit. A bit nippy in the mornings though. Had to wait for the ice to thaw before the cranes could take off. Bring your long underwear and gloves.
I don't know anything about the photo opps at Ding Darling, but it will definitely be warmer.
I agree Bosque is amazing in winter and it is cold. Dawn can be as cold as 15, but will warm to the 50s if it is sunny. My pictures from several trips are here.
Posted by Barbara Logan on December 3, 2007 at 9:17 PM
So THAT'S where the cranes go when they leave Alaska!! (SMILE)
Don't let a little cold stop you!!!
Nice shots David!
Posted by Josh Anderson on December 4, 2007 at 9:25 AM
Thanks for the responses!! You have some sweet images David.
Posted by Bill Brennan on December 5, 2007 at 2:22 PM
I am not familiar with Ding Darling in Florida. As for the Bosque, I plan to revisit there as often as I can as I find the cranes to have a spiritual quality about them. I also like the landscape and the other bird species that congregate there. Also plan to explore some of the artists colonies in small towns nearby.
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6 repliesMy question is, would one be significantly better than the other at this time of year?
Thanks in advance!
I don't know anything about the photo opps at Ding Darling, but it will definitely be warmer.
Just there for the first time a couple weeks ago, and it is truly spectacular.
Yes, VERY cold in the am - usually below freezing.
Sandy r
Don't let a little cold stop you!!!
Nice shots David!
Bill Brennan