I know a lot of folks really enjoy going to museums and doing fine art stuff.
Don't misunderstand me, nothing wrong with museums and etc.
Me, well I would rather sit and watch nature's fine art in the outdoor arena.
I sat and monitored RK13 resting on a Kauai Beach for 4 hours yesterday. My shift consisted of moving her seal protection zone as necessary and educating folks that stopped by to see her. I am so blessed to be able to be a part of helping to preserve this critically endangered animal.
**disclaimer**
as a volunteer I too, MUST adhere to the strict rules of no contact with these seals.
My photos are taken with a long range zoom camera.
Yesterday while retrieving the mail, these spinner dolphins caught my attention. They were swimming a hundred yards off shore leaping and spinning. I can only imagine the delight of the stand up paddler and kayaker!! What a thrill to be so close and the dolphins seemed to
enjoy the company as well.
This was maybe 1/3 of the dolphins involved, an incredible scene.
Yes, this is my kind of Fine Art Museum!!
Happy Wednesday.
I am so very anxious to be there! I haven't seen Spinner Dolphins that close; plan to see the seals though.
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Noreen
really neat. and that sweet face...
ReplyDeleteThose are amazing. I like art museums but I love nature more!
ReplyDeleteMom said we are all art-impaired. We like your art!
ReplyDeleteYour Pals,
Murphy & Stanley
that face is just the sweetest thing ever... and so are the dolphins, i am with you, much rather see this than a museum.
ReplyDeleteI love the moss on the seal's face!!
ReplyDeleteNice detail in the first picture. Paddle boarding with Spinner Dolphins would be quite a thrill alright!
ReplyDeletevery peaceful and serene scene!
ReplyDeleteI have to agree with your version of a fine art museum. The spinner dophins can be pretty amazing. We saw them a couple of times this trip jumping and spinning. I would love to be up close to a group of them.
ReplyDeleteWe don't have spinner's either :-) AH, such delightful photo's, thanks, you can keep them coming as far as we are concerned. The National Gallery might have a few mater pieces :-) but we think there is nothing like being there and seeing first hand. Who wants moldy of stuff anyway :-) :-) Luv's x
ReplyDeleteI love that face!!!! Love it! And what a great thing you're doing.
ReplyDeleteKZK
We prefer that kind of stuff ourselves!
ReplyDeleteWhat an incredible experience they had with the dolphins! Thank you for your work to protect the seals and spread the message by educating their admirers.
ReplyDeleteI'd rather be outside any day.
ReplyDeleteMonty and Harlow
Very cool Val. Congrats!!!
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ReplyDeleteI agree with you about Nature's art - it is the very best. I love your seal and the dolphins!
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