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  1. 3rd April 2016, 04:34 AM #1
    NorthernFocus
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    What Does a Bear Think About?

    Do you ever wonder what animals are thinking? I just wanted an excuse to post this one...

    What Does a Bear Think About?
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  2. 3rd April 2016, 05:19 AM #2
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    Can I get in first? - It doesn't bear thinking about.....

    A lovely shot. I certainly would not provoke it but I suppose thoughts are safe to do so.
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  3. 3rd April 2016, 05:34 AM #3
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    Quote Originally Posted by pnodrog View Post
    Can I get in first? - It doesn't bear thinking about....
    In all fairness I guess I leaned into that one

    This guy was actually dozing in that position. Every once in a while he'd pop his eyes open then doze right back off. I thought the sleeping shots would be cool but they just don't do it for me Luckily I got a couple of frames with the eyes open too...
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  4. 3rd April 2016, 06:59 AM #4
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    He looks all thoughtful/sad, as if he has something troubling him!
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  5. 3rd April 2016, 07:08 AM #5
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    I like this pose...so cool and calm and collected. One of your most beautiful shots really...no need to make an excuse. Thanksfor sharing.
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  6. 3rd April 2016, 07:32 AM #6
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    I agree with Izzie about the beauty of this shot. Congrats on such a superb capture.
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  7. 3rd April 2016, 07:38 AM #7
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    Quote Originally Posted by NorthernFocus View Post
    Do you ever wonder what animals are thinking?
    Well, that'll certainly make you paws for thought.






    Sorry. Ill get my coat.


    Great shot Dan.
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  8. 3rd April 2016, 08:55 AM #8
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    Lovely Capture. Strange isn't it? Some of their mannerisms are almost human.
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  9. 3rd April 2016, 09:02 AM #9
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    Quote Originally Posted by ionian View Post
    Well, that'll certainly make you paws for thought.






    Sorry. Ill get my coat.


    Great shot Dan.
    I just can't bear any more puns. I'll tell you what's on his mind though, bearly anything at all.
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  10. 3rd April 2016, 09:06 AM #10
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    Quote Originally Posted by scully View Post
    I just can't bear any more puns
    It sounds like we are polar opposites. I'll try not to grizzle(y) about it.

    Sorry Dan, I'll stop hijacking your thread now!
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  11. 3rd April 2016, 10:02 AM #11
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    Nicely composed.
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    Quote Originally Posted by ionian View Post
    It sounds like we are polar opposites. I'll try not to grizzle(y) about it.

    Sorry Dan, I'll stop hijacking your thread now!
    Yes, you have had your fill now go and hibernate for awhile....
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  13. 3rd April 2016, 01:12 PM #13
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    Glad you all enjoyed the photo. And the opportunity to exercise you wit (as it were ).
    Quote Originally Posted by John 2 View Post
    ...Some of their mannerisms are almost human.
    I've spent many hours watching bears and they behave very much like dogs. Very large, pushy dogs.
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  14. 3rd April 2016, 01:16 PM #14
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    Beautiful shot! I would like to know what distance you were from the bear and the focal distance used if you don't mind...
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  15. 3rd April 2016, 01:49 PM #15
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    It doesn't bear thinking about....
    All it takes is one to start a groan-fest.

    I wish...I wish that I was 30 years younger and was able to accompany you on a shoot.
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  16. 3rd April 2016, 02:41 PM #16
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    Carlos, I was shooting with a 500mm lens with a 1.5 crop factor sensor. I'd estimate the distance was around 50m.

    Quote Originally Posted by chauncey View Post
    ...I wish that I was 30 years younger and was able to accompany you on a shoot.
    I'm not sure how many more years I'll be doing this either. It can definitely be physically taxing. There are a few places with relatively easy access but still require a bit of walking. There is an outfitter in BC that does brown bear viewing completely by boat. One does still need to climb in/out of a zodiac multiple times.

    I plan on doing more and more landscape shooting while I can still get out. Lighter kit to haul around.
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    I think all they have on their minds is the bear necessities.

    Great shot, Dan.

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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    You caught that bear with a wonderful expression!. It reminds me of people look like when they are just relaxing and starting to wonder about having lunch.
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  19. 3rd April 2016, 03:50 PM #19
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    Quote Originally Posted by Sergio M. View Post
    I think all they have on their minds is the bear necessities....
    I think we have a winner. Well done, Sergio

    Quote Originally Posted by GrumpyDiver View Post
    ...It reminds me of people look like when they are just relaxing and starting to wonder about having lunch.
    And I suspect is just what he was contemplating.
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  20. 3rd April 2016, 04:20 PM #20
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    Re: What Does a Bear Think About?

    This is an awesome image... Can you tell me where it was that you shot it, and who is the outfit that lets you shoot from a Zodiac in BC - since I live in that province...

    cheers

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