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Photos A Walk in Nature
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DirtDawg
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Sunny & a calm 64°F on February 16th in West Central Illinois...
Definitely prime weather conditions for a walk in nature, whether it be simply in the backyard, fussin' with sticks at the axing block...
or
...wandering through the local city park, and taking in sights that are now visible with the absence of foliage.
As my eyes gazed skyward to view what I initially thought to be a wedge of Canada Geese, and I brought the 600mm camera lens up for a closer view, I noticed a bit of an anomaly with said formation.
And as my eyes showed a questioning look, a nearby young lady and fellow birdwatcher informed me that they were Snow Geese. Sending out a big thank you to that young lady now because, if it hadn't been for her, I might still be trying to identify said birds. I had never seen Snow Geese previously.
As if the day couldn't prove more interesting, look what was out enjoying the sun and warmth on this day. Yes, February 16th in West Central Illinois.
Winding down the afternoon adventure with two of my carries for the day.
First up: Pretty much my daily carry of late.
Case Tested XX
Amber Bone Medium Stockman 63032 CV
Circa 2004
...and my favorite Victorinox Walnut Huntsman for carrying in a Victorinox leather belt pouch on my hip.
Now Get Out There and enjoy some nature. Be safe. Be blessed. And don't forget to report in here at the end of your journey.
Definitely prime weather conditions for a walk in nature, whether it be simply in the backyard, fussin' with sticks at the axing block...
or
...wandering through the local city park, and taking in sights that are now visible with the absence of foliage.
As my eyes gazed skyward to view what I initially thought to be a wedge of Canada Geese, and I brought the 600mm camera lens up for a closer view, I noticed a bit of an anomaly with said formation.
And as my eyes showed a questioning look, a nearby young lady and fellow birdwatcher informed me that they were Snow Geese. Sending out a big thank you to that young lady now because, if it hadn't been for her, I might still be trying to identify said birds. I had never seen Snow Geese previously.
As if the day couldn't prove more interesting, look what was out enjoying the sun and warmth on this day. Yes, February 16th in West Central Illinois.
Winding down the afternoon adventure with two of my carries for the day.
First up: Pretty much my daily carry of late.
Case Tested XX
Amber Bone Medium Stockman 63032 CV
Circa 2004
...and my favorite Victorinox Walnut Huntsman for carrying in a Victorinox leather belt pouch on my hip.
Now Get Out There and enjoy some nature. Be safe. Be blessed. And don't forget to report in here at the end of your journey.
DirtDawg
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Anyone else been out for a walk in nature lately? I've been busy at my workbench, cleaning up some axes and knives, but I have made it out a few times this winter. Some of those times I stop to take a snapshot. Up until last week when I visited this area and found that they are cutting down nearly all vegetation around the pond, this was one of my favorite local urban hiking spots. It will never look the same again.
In my pocket on this day in December of 2025.
Case Tested XX
Amber Bone Medium Stockman
63032 CV
Circa 2004
On my hip, same day - Victorinox Walnut Huntsman
And simply because I was wishing for a better photo backdrop than my workbench, this Kabar 1232 U.S.A.
It had been gifted to me by the widow lady down the street and I had just gotten it cleaned up. It really is a handsome knife, and other than some scuffs and mildew, it wasn't in bad condition. A bit of Saddle Soap and Neatsfoot Oil really made the leather components pop.
Now here's an interesting story. I had found this fishing rod along the pond shoreline last summer. It had been left in the weeds, but looked like it was nearly new. I propped it up so it could be readily seen and left it in case the owner came back. As I was walking in the fall, I spotted it again. It looked like it had fallen into the weeds, so I propped it up once more and went on my merry way.
Fast forward to December... As I was tramping about in the snow, I noticed something black, thin, and straight lurking in the snow-covered weedy shoreline. As I reached for it, I knew it was going home with me this time. They say that a spincast reel is backlash-proof. Don't believe what "they" say. This thing had a terrible backlash and I nearly didn't get it apart. I cleaned it up, lubed it, and re-spooled the line back on. I will drop it off at the Salvation Army Thrift Store this spring, in hopes that someone will put it to good use. Yes, it's a cheap outfit, but I remember catching a lot of panfish on a cheaper rod and reel as a kid.
Now, GET OUT there and enjoy nature. Don't forget to report back.
In my pocket on this day in December of 2025.
Case Tested XX
Amber Bone Medium Stockman
63032 CV
Circa 2004
On my hip, same day - Victorinox Walnut Huntsman
And simply because I was wishing for a better photo backdrop than my workbench, this Kabar 1232 U.S.A.
It had been gifted to me by the widow lady down the street and I had just gotten it cleaned up. It really is a handsome knife, and other than some scuffs and mildew, it wasn't in bad condition. A bit of Saddle Soap and Neatsfoot Oil really made the leather components pop.
Now here's an interesting story. I had found this fishing rod along the pond shoreline last summer. It had been left in the weeds, but looked like it was nearly new. I propped it up so it could be readily seen and left it in case the owner came back. As I was walking in the fall, I spotted it again. It looked like it had fallen into the weeds, so I propped it up once more and went on my merry way.
Fast forward to December... As I was tramping about in the snow, I noticed something black, thin, and straight lurking in the snow-covered weedy shoreline. As I reached for it, I knew it was going home with me this time. They say that a spincast reel is backlash-proof. Don't believe what "they" say. This thing had a terrible backlash and I nearly didn't get it apart. I cleaned it up, lubed it, and re-spooled the line back on. I will drop it off at the Salvation Army Thrift Store this spring, in hopes that someone will put it to good use. Yes, it's a cheap outfit, but I remember catching a lot of panfish on a cheaper rod and reel as a kid.
Now, GET OUT there and enjoy nature. Don't forget to report back.
