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“PRSRT.STD.” US POSTAGE PAID NO. 486 PRINCETON, IL 61356 SHAW MEDIA
Thursday, January 29, 2015
Vol. 9 No. 28
A photographer’s dream Winter is filled with photogenic moments. From the way the snow hangs on the trees to a long line of icicles hanging from a rooftop — the artistic eye behind the lens of a camera can have a heyday while snapping images that preserve the beauty of the season. But perhaps in this area of Illinois, the biggest treat for photographers is the ability to focus in on the nation’s national bird — the American Bald Eagle, which are plentiful at this time of the year in both Bureau and Putnam counties. Whether it’s the Illinois River or the Hennepin Canal, bald eagles abound, and if you’re quick enough, you can capture an image that will create plenty of oohs and aahs for those who appreciate not just this majestic bird, but also the skills of a great photographer. If you want to stray a bit further west, the Mississippi River is home to hundreds of these birds, and at this time of the year, photographers line up alongside the banks of the river to capture their images. Some even use slingshots to shoot a fish into the water, while other photographers stand ready to swoop in with their cameras, as the bird swoops in for the fish. But even in our own backyards, the distinctive eagle soaring through the air, landing on branches high above the water, is enough for many photographers. If you’re lucky enough to capture one with its powerful talons snatching its lunch from the water or even fighting over a fish with another eagle, your photographic day is complete. And even if you aren’t a photo enthusiast, many in the area enjoy sitting quietly along the banks — or even inside their vehicles — to watch our national bird in our their own backyards, so to speak. It’s clearly a magnificent bird — whether you capture it with your camera or just put it in your memory banks for safe keeping. Happy eagle watching! IV Scene photo/Mike Vaughn
From Your Home Away From Home Happy 2015! Transportation Drivers Luann Smith
Dave Isaacson Melody Levi
Debbie Lindberg - Activities (Middle) Karen Huskey - Info & Assistance (Seated) Denise Ihrig - Director (Right) Cindy Varland - Transportation (Left)
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