The Little Red Love Shack is a photograph by Laurie Search which was uploaded on June 11th, 2014.
The Little Red Love Shack
Don Edwards National Wildlife Refuge, Newark, CA........The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services website says this about the refuge: In the heart of... more
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The Little Red Love Shack
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Laurie Search
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Don Edwards National Wildlife Refuge, Newark, CA........The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services website says this about the refuge: In the heart of California's high-tech industry lies a 30,000-acre oasis for millions of migratory birds and endangered species. The nation's first urban national wildlife refuge sits on the southern end of San Francisco Bay. The refuge, created in 1974, was largely the result of grassroots efforts by the local community to protect the San Francisco Bay ecosystem..........Major changes occurred in the San Francisco Bay Area following the California gold rush in 1849, creating a population boom explosive growth and development on sensitive lands surrounding the bay. The newly introduced salt industry, for example, converted tens of thousands of acres of salt marsh into commercial salt ponds. Conversion of wetlands to support development continued well into the 20th century, and today, nearly 85% of the bay's original marshes and shorelines have been altered..........Congressman Don Edwards, responding to local citizens, worked with Congress to create the San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge was later renamed to Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge in 1995 to honor Congressman Edwards' dedication to the refuge and its mission, which is to preserve and enhance wildlife habitat; protect migratory birds and threatened and endangered species; and provide opportunities for wildlife-oriented recreation and nature study for the surrounding communities.
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Angeles M Pomata
What a magnificent and serene photo this is, dear Laurie!! The subtle symmetry of the composition is really captivating. L/F/T
Lee Craig
A gorgeous landscape image and that pop of red that is the "love shack" just finishes it perfectly!
Skip Willits
Wonderful subject and composition, a real pleasure to view. A great description as well.
Belinda Low
Laurie - How did I miss this? It's a WOW for me! Love the distance and so well composed! F/V
Laurie Search replied:
Aw, well, I'm so glad you found it now!! :)) Thank you so, so much, belinda!! I truly appreciate it!! :)))
Aaron Whittemore
Wonderful, lovely sky, the little red shack really catches my attention. Amazing image. V/F
Darla Wood
This is a beautiful serene image! Love how the eye is guided along and then lands on the shack. Fantastic composition! L/F
Mary Lou Chmura
Laurie, Absolutely gorgeous landscape and very nicely composed, love the way the river draws your eye right into the little red shack. Nicely done! v/f