I haven’t been to Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge in a while (the last time was back in May!) and I miss the place. So I left around 6pm yesterday and headed over.
Along Gator Creek Road
It was raining at our house in Winter Springs. Over on the coast, it was dry, but threatening. The clouds were just awesome – I even spotted some that looked like Mammatus clouds.
Next time I’ll leave a bit earlier – the light was a little dim for bird photography but I did see a few. I’m usually there in the morning and they behave differently in the evening. It was interesting to watch them going home in formation to roost for the night and to spot groups perched in trees and lined up along power lines.
After a turn around Gator Creek Road and then Black Point Wildlife Drive I stopped at Parrish Park to watch the sun set.
The sun sets over the Indian River – There were a lot of people enjoying the end of the day at Parrish Park on the Max Brewer Causeway.
It was very busy – the parking lot was full of cars and people were boating, sunbathing, picnicking, fishing, and watching nature’s show. I was content to make a few photos and head home.
It was a pleasant drive.
You can click on these photos to see larger versions, and I have many more MINWR images in this album on Flickr.
Thanks for stopping by and reading my blog. Now – go make some photos!
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Great images Ed. Thanks so much for sharing.
Thanks Harry – it’s my pleasure. I love sharing images! 🙂
Next time you are coming this way, all me to let me know. Yesterday wouldn’t have worked out but maybe next time. I’ll be calling you soon to see if we can meet for lunch. I really enjoy your photography.
Thank you Jim. I will give you a call. It might be a couple weeks – Lynn and I are pretty busy until then.
Ed
Great shots! That top one is an absolute beaut. I love the way the spidery vegetation in the water and reflections is echoed in the clouds – magnif!
Thanks Rhona. Nature provides!