Trail-Building with the CTFPA

Several weeks ago, I volunteered with the Connecticut Forest and Park Association (CTFPA). We were blazing a trail in Berlin across a town owned park, Bicentennial Park. Covering this event for the local newspaper, I brought along my camera and captured these shots. Enjoy.

Volunteers Clearing The Trail at Bicentenial Park

Volunteers Swarming Over the Boardwalk and Bridge

Building the Bridge Across Hatchery Brook

Painting the Blue-Blazes Along the Trail. Every Five Years Blazes Need To Be Repainted

The Trail Is Done. Tools and Volunteers Rest.

Deer Skull Photoshoot

A couple days ago, I found this old deer skull in our garage. For some time I was meaning to take pictures of it, and I finally got that chance. I learned a few things, especially about breath control and using a support. Over half the pictures I took were fuzzy. Here are a few of the dramatic ones.