I took this photograph at about midnight just north of the artic circle in the Yukon. We were camped on the ridge of a hill overlooking this valley. It was a really pretty place, but a cold wind was whipping down the valley all night. This view is facing east with the midnight sun just above the northern horizon. It’s neat to experience the midnight sun of the arctic summer.
Just some flowers tonight. I like all the variation in texture.
I love the crazy antics of California quail in the summer. It’s funny how they try to hide in the undergrowth, and yet they constantly call attention to themselves. They seem so vulnerable; it’s surprising that they have survived as long as they have. I guess they are an important part of the food chain, so it all works out. Regardless, I think they are quite entertaining.
Kings Canyon in the central Sierra Nevada mountains is a really impressive place. I think it would be interesting to spend a few weeks backpacking and exploring Kings Canyon someday. It’s a huge area and most of it is extremely remote.
Michael Fuchs Photography 