I grabbed my coffee at Dunkins this morning, and drove 9.2 miles on the Kancamagus Scenic Highway to finish my first cup before work.
Spectacular views right, how far did I hike to get these: the Next photo will give you your answer.
I had to get out of the car to take the pictures, but my coffee didn't get cold while waiting for photos.
This one I admit I didn't have to get out of the car for, talk about bang for the buck- this is but one of the more than a dozen scenic pull in areas. It took me 10 minutes to drive here from my office.
Lincoln Woods Ranger Station is Walking Distance from Loon Mountain Ski Resort, and about 3 miles from my office..sounds like I'm bragging ..sorry..if you live in the city.
Now the beast: It's Bow hunting season and the next photo is not for everyone: 345 pound black bear taken by a local hunter..who holds the record for the largest black bear taken by bow at 460 pounds. He was parked at the coffee shop and I had a camera..don't pan down if a dead Yogi is not your thing.
We get more done before 8 am, than some people do all day.. P.S. I am not a hunter..don't own a gun or a bow..but this is life in the country. Beautiful mountains , wildlife mostly alive.
Take a drive..up the "KANC" ..the views are worth the ride..
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You're right, I was not all that fond of the bear! Never had bear meat, but I like venison, just don't like to see it before it's meat (if that makes any sense). Beautiful pictures though, so thank you for rising early today!
Laura, I am on the road to my son's high school by 6:25 am, and have lots of time to see the world waking up. Today I wanted to check out the view, the market is slow and I needed a reminder Why I live here enough said..this is it. thanks :) Steve
Very nice photos! That reminds me its about time for a camping vacation!!
Steve...Loved the pics...I am a hunter and own guns, bows and a slingshot! I enjoy the hunt much more than the harvest, but, I just love the world waking up all around me on a crisp early sunrise morning!
Team Honeycutt- Allen , We have several camping areas along this route and you can get to the Appalachian Mountain Train just off the "KANC".. cool place to stop for a view shot too. Steve
Bill , I fly fish occasionally, I always thought that was more sporting they don't have to take the bait and when they do they still have a chance to get away. Hiding in the woods with a high powered rifle isn't as sporting to me.. now if the bears had guns too and it was a fair fight..you know the 2nd amendment the right to ARM BEARS? steve
Steve, these are wonderful photos. The views are beautiful...thanks for sharing these with us.
Gary.. Any time - you're welcome, take an east coast trip some day, we have some of the tallest mountains on the east coast. Steve
Beautiful scenery! Not fond of the bear but I would probably rather run into him that way than alive coming towards me! lol
Tammy, Bears are funny creatures many are like big dogs they get in your trash, and make a mess. But unlike dogs they do scare me when I run into one in the woods. When you see them in the wild they are not looking for picnic baskets or hanging out with Boo Boo.
What a way to start your day. How could you not have a great day!
Beautiful Photos!