1. Scenic/Travel Trip Based

4WD Day Trip, September 2011

Brian led the group on one of his patented 4WD excursions, with phenomenal weather and lots of scenic sights. I once again 'wimped out' (with zero regrets!) and instead of driving came along as a passenger, spending the first part of the trip getting 'adjusted' by bouncing about in the back of Mike M.'s jeep :) Eventually I was able to move up to the front seat, where the ride was a teensy bit smoother. We had an assortment of vehicles making the trip, from jeeps to Jeff's huge F-350 black smoke belching behemoth (which eventually was placed at the back of the caravan due to its distinctive exhaust). Definitely a fun time.

The lighting was a little flat, but there were still a few frames I liked. Lots of unique views to be had from these trails. Will have to figure out how to get up there at the right time of day for some better lighting. But I am not going to drive it myself. Even though the trail was only rated as a '3' it is out of my league for sure :)
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  • Heading Out

    Heading Out

    On the road to our 4WD trail, with some changing aspens alongside and ski slopes in the distance

  • Old Wood

    Old Wood

    A forgotten cabin's window showing the sun, wind, rain, and snow of many hard seasons in the high country.

  • Trail 'Boss'

    Trail 'Boss'

    Brian, our experienced 'trail boss' points out the sights from one of our many scenic stopping points.

  • Tundra Valley

    Tundra Valley

    The weather was fantastic and helped bring out the stark beauty of the remote landscape.

  • Residents

    Residents

    he 'residents' of the area were giving all of the 4WD vehicles some close scrutiny, but they eventually headed over the top of the hill. They all appeared very impressive with their full winter coats looking ready for the colder weather.

  • High Trail Panorama

    High Trail Panorama

    I shot a quick handheld sequence that captured the vista from the trail. Those red colored hills seemed very unique. You can also see some of the weather that seemed to at times almost surround us but never really affected our location.

  • Dan at the Mine Site

    Dan at the Mine Site

    Dan near the only standing remnants of the Wild Irishman Mine.

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