Starting the Trip Home
Our first leg of the trip home is on Via Rail. It is a substantially different experience to Amtrak. Going to have to take a cross country trip sometime and check out the differences in sleeping accommodations.
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Wednesday: Deer, and Photography, And Deer, and Beer, and Deer....and Glass...
Did I mention the 10 deer he photographed this morning in Rockwood Park? While Russ is an engaging guide, his focus on photography detracts from the historical insights that could enrich a tour. Our group had a more rewarding experience with Cher, who provided a well-rounded look at St. John’s history and landmarks.
Asticou Terraces: A Don't Miss Addition to Acadia National Park
The Asticou Terraces, crafted by Landscape Architect Joseph Henry Curtis, are a hidden gem that transform the rainy day into a photographer's paradise. With vibrant flowers and lush greenery, I experimented with light and angles to capture the beauty that unfolded before me. Our tour guide, Carli, added to the experience with her wealth of knowledge about the island's history, making this stop truly memorable.
Tuesday: Bar Harbor
On a rainy fall day in Acadia National Park, the waterfalls come alive, cascading down the granite due to the park's unique topography. Despite the lack of vibrant autumn colors, the rain brings its own beauty, transforming the landscape into a dynamic display of nature's power. And under the trees along the trails, the pace of a genrle rainfall on the leaves.
I went to Green Gables...
I went to Green Gables and all I did was take pictures of trees!
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