August 13, 2022

Deer in a a Drizzle

Skyline Drive, Shenandoah National Park

The mountains called me during the rain again. It was more of a drizzle than a storm, but the feeling of being above the clouds is magical.

I stopped at the Dickey Ridge Visitors Center. A couple of deer were grazing next to the bike racks. They were accustomed to people, and the buck let me walk (slowly) within 12 feet of him. I took quite a few pictures of him, so for variety I’m posting a painterly version.

The park was lovely and the views were great so I drove south to the next exit. I saw a couple more deer on the way. I was hoping to see a bear from the car but no luck.







19 comments:

  1. I see what you mean about the view from Squirrel Ridge. I really like your artwork.

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  2. Hello Linda,
    I love the views from the Skyline Drive. The deer are so pretty. I am glad they feel safe being close to people. Great photos. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great new week ahead. PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.

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  3. The deer is so cute. Great pictures!!
    Sunday again, another HOT day i August...
    Love from Titti

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  4. I am quite sure the deer were happy NOT to see a bear! Well done with your magic mushroom trance version, Linda.

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    1. Light rain falling in fine drops. You don’t get that there?

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  6. Beautiful views above the clouds!
    Great photos of the deer!
    Have a blessed day!

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  7. The deer are very cooperative photo subjects.

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  8. Beautiful deer! And floating above the clouds! Wonderful shots this week!

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  9. Such a treat to see and be near the deer. We live in the woods and have them and wander about here daily.

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  10. The deer are all so beautiful and I love the view of the low clouds. That's such a great place to take a drive at any time of the year!

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  11. Wonderful shots of the deer, and I hope he goes a long way from people for hunting season.

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  12. Lovely views and great pictures of the deer.

    All the best Jan

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  13. such cute and curious deer, i always enjoy seeing them. your pictures are superb!!

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  14. Love the true life and the dream versions of the handsome deer.. That's the most wonderful drive . I remember the Visitor Center too from our one visit (only one. Sob.)

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