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A dream come true !?!

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Posted by Jagdeep Rajput on July 28, 2011 at 10:22 AM
I've been shooting wildlife for more than twenty years now, but it has been a tight rope walking, where as finances are concerned. About two months ago a friend of mine, who normally shoots with me, made a plan to visit Masai Mara to shoot migration. Since I couldn't afford that cost, I didn't even think about it.
It so happened that, on more than four times after that, I had a dream that I was shooting in Africa. When told my wife about it, she joked that until my friend comes back from Africa, I would keep on dreaming. Soon, I forgot about it.
Just couple of days back, I received a call from another friend, who was leading a photo safari to Mara. He had couple of cancellations, he offered me a trip at bout half the cost. :biggrin: Soon I'll be off to Africa for my first trip for a week. :jump:
I have never seen a herd of more than say 200 Deers or 100 Elephants, so don't know how my senses would react to many animals during migration.
Meanwhile, do give me some input, which you think can be useful. It would be highly appreciated!
Jagdeep Rajput
Posted by Ramamohan Pai on July 28, 2011 at 11:51 AM
Congrats, Jagdeep. Do make the most of this cherished (soon to be) visit.
Posted by Carol Nichols on July 28, 2011 at 12:50 PM
I'm so glad you will have this opportunity Jagdeep. I can't wait to see your photos!
Posted by Patricia Brundage on July 28, 2011 at 1:10 PM
Yeah, I keep hoping too. If anyone out there who runs trips needs an assistant, let me know. I'm happy for your good fortune. :wavey:
Posted by SandyRichardsBrown on July 28, 2011 at 1:54 PM
I'm excited for you - what a great opportunity!
I know you'll come back with some stunning images!
Sandy
Posted by Buck Ward on July 28, 2011 at 5:23 PM
I don't have any advice to give you, Jagdeep, but congratulations on your good fortune.
Posted by Barbara Graham on July 28, 2011 at 5:55 PM
Congratulations, Jagdeep!
Posted by Gary Yeoh on July 28, 2011 at 9:25 PM
Congrat Jagdeep. You will thoroughly enjoy the experience. :jump:
Posted by Kent Staubus on July 29, 2011 at 9:44 AM
Funny how things often seem to work out. You knew the right people and kept in contact with them, and it paid off. I'm sure you'll have a great time!


Kent in SD
Posted by Bruce King on July 31, 2011 at 12:43 PM
That's awesome. Looking forward to seeing images.
Posted by Wayne Willison on July 31, 2011 at 2:24 PM
Wow. What an opportunity. Good for you, Jagdeep.