While driving along Weld County Road 13 this evening I encountered hundreds of Canada Geese in this massive cut corn field. As I crested this small hill many of them took to the air. I stopped and got off four shots before it was all over. I missed the best part. When you enlarge the image you can see hundreds more of the geese still on the ground. There are also three goose blinds made of bales of hay. So, I figure the farmer is making a few dollars from the hunters. It was also quite noisy when they lifted off.
Today was a lovely day, blue skies and sunshine. The wind began to blow this afternoon and you can see the clouds building up over the mountains. Always a good indication that something is in the air; snow tomorrow night. Have a great weekend!
4 Comments
Tom Dills
We’ve seen snow geese and tundra swans “blast off” in several locations, and I’m not sure which is more impressive, the sight or the sound. You got a good few shots off, but now that you know where it is you might try a stealthier approach and maybe you’d get more time with them. Nice experience, regardless!
Monte Stevens
And I’ll take the new lens, too ☺
Faye
What a great photo! Love the sight and sound, too.
Monte Stevens
I will probably make another visit. Maybe a video would be cool!