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Floreana Island, Galapagos

February 23, 2018February 27, 2018 admin

Tour guests at Floreana Island in Galapagos National Park

Floreana Island in Galapagos National Park

Galapagos Sea Turtle on Floreana beach to lay her eggs

Guests Touring Floreana Island

Wild sea lion on Floreana Island in Galapagos National Park

Wild sea lion on the Eco Galaxy 2 Catamaran

Zodiac on Galapagos Waters

Floreana Island in Galapagos National Park

Tour guests at Floreana Island in Galapagos National Park

Wild Sally Lightfoot crab on Floreana Island in the Galapagos

Galapagos Sea Turtle on Floreana beach to lay her eggs

Guests Touring Floreana Island

Blue Footed Boobies on Floreana Island

Guests Touring Floreana Island

Sand on Floreana Island in Galapagos National Park

Guests Touring Floreana Island

Blue Footed Boobies on Floreana Island

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Swimming with a young sea turtle

Sunset near Floreana Island

Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

February 23, 2018February 23, 2018 admin

Giant Tortoise Reserve on Santa Cruz in Galapagos National Park

Dock at Putero Ayora on Santa Cruz

Guests heading to cruiseship in Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz

Giant Tortoise Reserve on Santa Cruz in Galapagos National Park

Baltra Island, Galapagos

February 23, 2018February 23, 2018 admin

Rocky Coast of Baltra Island

Zodiac on Galapagos Waters

Eco Galaxy 2 Galapagos Cruiseship

Galapagos Flights at Baltra Airport

The incredible display of California poppies shown here was shot by me on 16 March, 2017 between 9am and 11am at Walker Canyon in Lake Elsinore. Being surrounded by these blooms is such an incredible feeling! Intermixed with the poppies are several different types of wildflowers in white, blue and purple. The scene today attracted all kinds of artists, from photography workshops to ladies painting the hillside and younger folks doing photo shoots. Please join me in reminding visitors not to step on the flowers and you are welcome to email me at suzettebarnett@gmail.com if you’d like any high resolution copies. (click any photo to enlarge btw)

The Blossom Trail

February 23, 2017February 23, 2017 admin

In the San Joaquin Valley of Central California exists hundreds of acres dedicated to fruit orchards known as “The Blossom Trail”. Peak bloom typically happens in late February to early March though not every orchard is progressing at the same pace, so the amount of blooms are going to vary.

Fallen Pink Flower Petals in Peach Tree Orchard

Pink Blossoms in Peach Tree Orchard (Prunus persica)

Young Peach Tree Orchard (Prunus persica)

Pink Flower Buds in Peach Tree Orchard (Prunus persica)

Coronado Island

February 22, 2017February 23, 2017 admin

Just across the bay from downtown San Diego, Coronado is as idyllic a place as southern California has to offer. From the famous Hotel del Coronado to the sandy beach reminiscent of the east coast, it’s gardens, shops, restaurants and of course it’s stunning sunsets attract millions.

Echo Park Lake

February 6, 2017August 23, 2018 admin

The lotus beds of Echo Park Lake have been a community landmark since the 1920’s. Hundreds of blooms in white, pink and yellow frame your view of the lake in every direction, with ducks and paddle boats providing extra ambience. After a complete restoration project to clean the lake, it’s current state is likely the best it has ever been. The flowers bloom from June through September and typically are dormant the rest of the year.

Echo Park Lake lotus flowers and fountain

Flowers leading to Echo Park Lake fountain

Safari West

February 6, 2017 admin

Safari West is an authentic African wildlife preserve in Santa Rosa, California. Supported by the Safari West Wildlife Foundation, their mission is to share knowledge that will help people make personal choices in regards to the environment and conservation. Their staff have over 800 animals of 80 different species to contend with every single day. This is in fact the closest thing to an African safari you’ll find in the states and in fact they offer overnight stays in glamping accommodations.