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Pacific Beach, San Diego (2007-12-02) :

Pacific Beach, San Diego (2007-12-02)

Updated: Nov 22, 2008 9:50pm PST

Lake Joseph - New York : The photos that you see here, I made in 1972 while revisiting the Lake. In the 1960's, I was a camper at St. Joseph's Camp for Boy and Girls. I have to admit, I hated camp with a vengeance, but I loved Lake St. Joseph in all it's natural splendor. The fishing in that lake was the best in New York State, and since it is private, it probably is still great. In my minds eye, I can still see the pickerel and crappies breaking the surface of the water back in the swamp area of the lake. I remember catching two huge (in the opinion of a twelve-year-old) pickerel one evening and bringing them to the camp cook. The next night at meal time, I had my dinner in the kitchen with the cook. It was the best meal I ever had in camp. The photos were taken with my old Contax and a 105mm lens. Not until I had the slides developed did I realize that the screw mount was mis-aligned. Regrettably, I never did get back there to make some more photos. It is the most beautiful place in New York State. --- The description below is directly from the "Inn At Lake Joseph" website - www.LakeJoseph.com. I could not have stated the description of what I know as Lake St. Joseph any better. I have never been to the Inn At Lake Joseph, however, just viewing the website makes me want to plan a visit. In the latter part of the 19th century, Thomas Hunt Talmage, a businessman from Brooklyn, built the structure as a summer residence which included the lake and 2000 acres of wilderness. Just prior to its completion, he died. A few years later, a group of lost Dominican Sisters from Long Island were looking for property for a new retreat. With horse and carriage, they accidentally turned into a secluded road and came across Talmage House. Mrs. Talmage sold the estate to the sisters and became a close friend and supporter of the order. She lived in the home the remainder of her life as a guest. As time passed, they developed a self- contained retreat which included farming, schools, children's camps, a convent and a drug rehabilitation center. In addition, Lake Joseph became a major family vacation facility with many guest houses and cottages. In the thirties, the Talmage House became the vacation home of Cardinals Hayes and Spellman. The house hosted hundreds of international dignitaries and celebrities over the years and became known as the Cardinal House. The facility known as Saint Joseph reached its peak in the late sixties and closed after 120 years of service in the late seventies. Most of the existing buildings were razed and the land was returned to its original wilderness state leaving the Talmage House standing. In the early eighties, two lost Sunday drivers turned down a secluded road to seek directions back to the main highway. There stood the Talmage House, a bit ruffled but in reasonably good condition waiting to be discovered again. They immediately envisioned the dwelling as a fine country inn and welcomed its first guests in 1982.

Lake Joseph - New York

The photos that you see here, I made in 1972 while revisiting the Lake ...

Updated: Oct 23, 2008 5:11pm PST

Ocean Beach Pier, San Diego 2007-10-29 :

Ocean Beach Pier, San Diego 2007-10-29

Updated: Oct 10, 2008 12:37pm PST

Dog Beach - San Diego, CA : Dog Beach is an area set aside by ordinance in Ocean Beach, San Diego, CA, where dogs can be leash free. It is the original Dog Beach (1972).

Dog Beach - San Diego, CA

Dog Beach is an area set aside by ordinance in Ocean Beach, San Diego, ...

Updated: Feb 01, 2008 6:57pm PST

University of San Diego : ~~~ THE PHOTOS IN THIS GALLERY ARE NOT OFFERED FOR SALE ~~~ ~~~ THE PHOTOS IN THIS GALLERY ARE NOT OFFERED FOR SALE ~~~ "The University of San Diego is a Roman Catholic institution committed to advancing academic excellence, expanding liberal and professional knowledge, creating a diverse and inclusive community, and preparing leaders dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service. Chartered in 1949, the university enrolls more than 7,000 students and is known for its commitment to teaching, the liberal arts, the formation of values and community service. Located on 180 acres overlooking the city of San Diego, Mission Bay and the Pacific Ocean, the campus is a community treasure, with Spanish Renaissance- inspired buildings and breathtakingly beautiful landscapes. USD offers more than 60 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. The university adds depth to education by inspiring students to grow spiritually, morally and socially." ....from the About page at www.sandiego.edu The University of San Diego has to be the most beautiful campus I have ever visited. I was there to run some test shots through a new travel camera and was very impressed with the staff, students, architecture and grounds. The landscaping staff definitely have very green thumbs and are quite talented in their placement and upkeep of the flora. I am looking forward to returning there in the near future to make more photographs. ~~~ THE PHOTOS IN THIS GALLERY ARE NOT OFFERED FOR SALE ~~~ ~~~ THE PHOTOS IN THIS GALLERY ARE NOT OFFERED FOR SALE ~~~

University of San Diego

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Updated: Jan 16, 2008 9:26pm PST

Red Rock Climbers, Las Vegas, NV (2007-12-26) :

Red Rock Climbers, Las Vegas, NV (2007-12-26)

Updated: Dec 26, 2007 9:09pm PST

Red Rock Canyon, Las Vegas, NV (2007-12-26) :

Red Rock Canyon, Las Vegas, NV (2007-12-26)

Updated: Dec 26, 2007 8:08pm PST

Mission Bay Park (2007-11-02) : These para-sailer's are practicing their control techniques for when they attempt to fly the motorized version.

Mission Bay Park (2007-11-02)

These para-sailer's are practicing their control techniques for when t ...

Updated: Nov 26, 2007 10:48am PST

San Diego Places :

San Diego Places

Updated: Oct 10, 2007 1:20pm PST

Balboa Park (2007-01-07) : Balboa Park is made up of more than 1000 acres and offers fifteen museums, various gardens, arts and international culture associations, as well as the San Diego Zoo, making it a place that offers something historical, horticultural, educational and recreational for everyone. Approximately 14 million visitors come to the park each year. Displays of internationally significant art treasures, exotic animal species, unique model railroads, world folk art, sports memorabilia and rare aircraft–to name a few–are on view in the Park's museums.

Balboa Park (2007-01-07)

Balboa Park is made up of more than 1000 acres and offers fifteen muse ...

Updated: Jun 24, 2007 4:04pm PST