Wednesday, March 5

A few words....

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.

17 comments:

  1. I am so very anxious to be there! I haven't seen Spinner Dolphins that close; plan to see the seals though.
    Sending hugs and counting days!
    Noreen

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  2. really neat. and that sweet face...

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  3. Those are amazing. I like art museums but I love nature more!

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  4. Mom said we are all art-impaired. We like your art!

    Your Pals,

    Murphy & Stanley

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  5. that face is just the sweetest thing ever... and so are the dolphins, i am with you, much rather see this than a museum.

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  6. I love the moss on the seal's face!!

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  7. Nice detail in the first picture. Paddle boarding with Spinner Dolphins would be quite a thrill alright!

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  8. I 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.

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  9. We 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

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  10. I love that face!!!! Love it! And what a great thing you're doing.
    KZK

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  11. We prefer that kind of stuff ourselves!

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  12. What 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.

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  13. I'd rather be outside any day.

    Monty and Harlow

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  15. I agree with you about Nature's art - it is the very best. I love your seal and the dolphins!

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