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Pat and Karen probably had more fun than anyone. Pat learned a lot about photography. We didn't fall for his "I just got the camera 1 day before the trip" excuse

Unable to resist a bargain (and get some Xmas shopping done) Pretending like he knows how to use the 500 mm lens This lens is more like his ability level Stealing my photos for the photo contest The photo contest winner. It was officially determined by the judges that his entry was a fraud and he has been banned from ever going on us with a trip again.

The white pelicans are in full action at Bolsa Chica right now. They are beautiful birds, and make great photographic subjects. They feed a little different than the brown pelicans. Instead of plummeting down from a height, the skim along along just above the water before they grab their fish. When you first arrive look for them in the distance. They might not stay there long, and will burst away in a group if a school of fish appear for lunch.  Their white feathers make a nice contrast with the blue water. Remember not to over expose the whites (called blowing the highlights). The

He sure knows how to carry a tune when we are singing off key!

Rich learned a lot on this trip, especially about conspiracy theories, UFO's and the like. At the very end of this page you can see the new girlfriend he made on the trip.