Once again we were blessed to have participated in the Independence Day Celebration at beautiful Lake Mystic! The weather was sketchy at times but as the afternoon went on the clouds began to clear and a great time was had by all. This year marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration ofContinue reading “Lake Mystic Independence Day ’25!”
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On The Trail to Damascus…
In June of 2025 five friends continued their trek on the Appalachian Trail. This time the group began fifty miles north of the town of Damascus, Virginia at Dickey Gap and walked southbound on the Appalachian Trail back to Damascus. The plan was to walk about 10 miles a day and camp around designated trailContinue reading “On The Trail to Damascus…”
A Suwanee River Kayak Adventure!
A late April Suwanee River Kayak Trip developed into an incredible adventure for four friends who had a few days off. The trip began at Branford, Florida and ended 42 miles and two days later at Fanning Springs. The weather was beautiful, the river full, calm and steadily flowing. We left Tallahassee early in theContinue reading “A Suwanee River Kayak Adventure!”
Florida Tour de Force ’25
The 2025 Florida Tour de Force bicycle ride began on Monday April 7th in Miami, Florida and rolled into the South Daytona Beach Police Department on Friday April 11th. This year’s ride honored eight FloridaLaw Enforcement Officers who were killed in the Line of Duty during 2024. What follows is a collection of photographs takenContinue reading “Florida Tour de Force ’25”
Controlled Burn!
A very important aspect of forest land management is controlling the undergrowth that when left unchecked can lead to an uncontrolled wildfire. Today I joined with several like minded friends who set fire to a managed Long Leaf Pine Tree farm in order to reduce the undergrowth and therefore eliminate the risk of an uncontrolledContinue reading “Controlled Burn!”
Snowy Midtown Morning!
A rare snow event visited the southeastern United States on January 21, 2025 leaving Tallahassee covered with up to 6 inches of fresh snow throughout the night and early morning hours. Freezing temperatures kept the snow in place after the sun came up. What follows are several photos taken in the Midtown Tallahassee area duringContinue reading “Snowy Midtown Morning!”
Happy New Year!!
Spent a couple of hours on NYE night shooting photos of the Fireworks at Cascades Park in downtown Tallahassee, Florida. The weather cooperated tonight which made for a great opportunity to photograph the show! Enjoy! As we turn the page on another New Year loaded with new opportunities we at Blackwater Images wish you andContinue reading “Happy New Year!!”
Best of 2024 in Photos…..
2024 was a great year for making photographs! Every day provided numerous opportunities to capture a few shots! What is included in this last blog of 2024 are what we believe are the best of 2024. Thank you for your interest in and support of Blackwater Images. Hope 2024 was as good for you asContinue reading “Best of 2024 in Photos…..”
Christmas on the Blackwater
Just prior to Christmas 2024, five longtime friends ventured out to the Blackwater River in Northwest Florida to paddle and camp on one of the most beautiful rivers in the area. It was an incredible journey! The Blackwater River is a 56.6 mile long river rising in Southern Alabama and flowing through the Florida panhandleContinue reading “Christmas on the Blackwater”
CYCLING SASQUATCH ’24
After a long year since the last Sasquatch Event at the Georgia Veterans Memorial Park in Cordele, Georgia Sasquatch had 2024 finally arrived! We’ve looked forward to this weekend for a long time! The weather was perfect, the roads were in excellent condition and the food was incredible! Sasquatch 2024 did not disappoint!! Day oneContinue reading “CYCLING SASQUATCH ’24”
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