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No One Needs to See This Sunrise

2007-02-05T18:12:00.000-08:00

The people sleep, and the sun still rises. Lassen County, California.

Thompson Peak with Clouds and Birds

2007-01-21T08:53:00.000-08:00

In the late afternoon, a few clouds try to hide behind Thompson Peak. Lassen County, California.

Sunrise Before the Storm

2007-01-13T14:45:00.000-08:00

The Sun hopes to cast some light at dawn before the storm. Susanville, California.

Take a Look

2007-01-06T11:54:00.000-08:00

Flickers on the Fence

2007-01-04T12:27:00.000-08:00

Two flickers sit on the fence watching the other's back. Susanville, California.

Susanville Ranch Kiosk

2006-12-27T16:09:00.000-08:00

At the main entrance to the Susanville Ranch, the kiosk provides information to walkers and bikers. Susanville, California.

Window on the Bridge

2006-12-22T12:34:00.000-08:00

From the Honey Run Covered Bridge, this simple window looks out onto the creek. California.

This Car Never Got Out

2006-12-15T16:58:00.000-08:00

This car may have never been able to get out of the fenced pasture. Susanville, California.

Inside the Honey Run Covered Bridge

2006-12-09T14:18:00.000-08:00

The wooden framing inside the Honey Run Covered Bridge of the previous post. Chico, California.

Honey Run Covered Bridge

2006-12-03T18:50:00.000-08:00

A covered bridge with three roofs from 1894 still stands for us to examine. Chico, California.

Windy Lake Helen

2006-11-29T19:44:00.000-08:00

The wind moves the top of Lake Helen and makes it shimmer. Lassen Volcanic National Park, California.

Hiking the Trail

2006-11-22T05:08:00.000-08:00

The mountain trail appears almost flat for the two hikers in the distance. Lassen Volcanic National Park, California.

Lake Helen from Mount Lassen

2006-11-19T07:59:00.000-08:00

With a dusting of snow surrounding it, Lake Helen is blue, serene, and cold. California.

A Good Day to Hike

2006-11-15T18:23:00.000-08:00

On a cold day in October, hikers climb the trail to the peak of Mount Lassen, the southernmost active volcano in the Cascade Range. California.

Mount Shasta from the Peak

2006-11-09T15:53:00.000-08:00

From the peak of Mount Lassen, the southernmost active volcano in the Cascade Range, Mount Shasta, a stratovolcano, sits in the distance at 14,179 feet. California.

One Cloud

2006-11-06T15:39:00.000-08:00

A single cloud travels across the sky on a fall afternoon. Lassen Volcanic National Park, California.

Trail to the Tunnel

2006-11-02T17:12:00.000-08:00

Along the trail to one of the tunnels on the Bizz Johnson Trail, the surrounding fall colors send the mind to a place of natural joy. Lassen County, California.

Northern California Fall Colors

2006-10-31T15:44:00.000-08:00

Fall colors along the Bizz Johnson Trail please the soul and alert the mind. Lassen County, California

Bridge to the Tunnel

2006-10-28T11:52:00.000-07:00

A bicyclist on a bridge along the Bizz Johnson Trail takes a photograph of the Susan River near one of the old railroad tunnels. Lassen County, California

Fall on the Trail

2006-10-25T18:16:00.000-07:00

On the Bizz Johnson Trail, the colors of fall fill the eyes. Lassen County, California.

The Hunter's Moon

2006-10-19T16:39:00.000-07:00

This Hunter's Moon floats within the wispy clouds of sunset. Susanville, California.

Gordon on the Switchback

2006-10-17T17:19:00.000-07:00

On a switchback to the 10, 457 foot peak of Mount Lassen, one of only two active volcanoes in the continental United States, Gordon snaps back.

Brokeoff Mountain from Mount Lassen

2006-10-14T19:26:00.000-07:00

The clear sky affords these hikers a wonderful view of Brokeoff Mountain from the Mount Lassen Trail in early October after a dusting of snow. Lassen Volcanic National Park, California.

Snow on the Mountain

2006-10-10T16:56:00.000-07:00

Visitors and hikers in the parking lot at the trailhead to the peak of Mount Lassen weather the chill of an October morning. Lassen Volcanic National Park, California.

Through Trees and Rocks

2006-10-08T09:49:00.000-07:00

Through trees and rocks dusted with snow on the trail to Lassen Peak, the mountains and valleys in the distance seem insignificant. Lassen Volcanic National Park, California.

Clouds at Sunset

2006-10-02T16:33:00.000-07:00

With oak trees in the foreground, the sun as it sets casts a burst of color on the surrounding clouds. Lassen County, California.

Afternoon Boating

2006-09-27T19:19:00.000-07:00

With Mount Lassen in the distance, a family rows across Juniper Lake in the late afternoon. Lassen Volcanic National Park, California.

Juniper Lake Morning

2006-09-22T16:52:00.000-07:00

Children enjoy the early morning at Juniper Lake, as Lassen Peak holds the moon at bay. Lassen Volcanic National Park, California.

An Afternoon Read

2006-09-14T06:16:00.000-07:00

A woman enjoys an afternoon read with her child outside the de Young Museum. San Francisco, California.

Juniper Lake Sunset

2006-09-10T20:22:00.000-07:00

The sun sets on Juniper Lake with Mount Lassen looming in the distance. Lassen Volcanic National Park, California.

Lone Hiker

2006-09-08T16:33:00.000-07:00

A lone hiker approaches the second old train tunnel on the Bizz Johnson Trail. Lassen County, California.

Another Bridge

2006-09-06T05:41:00.000-07:00

Another bridge across the Susan River on the Bizz Johnson Trail. Lassen County, California.

Susan River Bridge on the Bizz Johnson Trail

2006-09-04T07:44:00.000-07:00

On the Bizz Johnson Trail, this railroad bridge over the Susan River allows walkers, bikers, and horse riders to follow the old railroad bed leading into the mountains and Westwood, California. Lassen County, California.

Sutro Tower through the Fog

2006-09-01T20:03:00.000-07:00

Sutro Tower on Twin Peaks pokes through the fog of a summer afternoon. San Francisco, California.

Baby Swallows

2006-08-30T05:17:00.000-07:00

These baby swallows wait for their mother to return and the food she will bring them. Susanville, California.

Venus and the Moon

2006-08-27T07:21:00.000-07:00

Venus sits below the Moon in the very early morning of late summer. Susanville, California.

Sunrise

2006-08-21T08:33:00.000-07:00

During this sunrise, the rays of the sun can be seen shining through the clouds and the atmosphere. Susanville, California.

Sturgeon Moon

2006-08-17T18:02:00.000-07:00

The Sturgeon Moon of August 9, 2006. Lassen County, California.

Evening Moon

2006-08-12T14:10:00.000-07:00

The Moon floats behind clouds as darkness approaches. Lassen County, California.

Susan River Cliffs

2006-08-11T14:00:00.000-07:00

Along the Bizz Johnson Trail, cliffs sit on both sides of the Susan River. Lassen County, California.

Hiking the Bizz Johnson Trail

2006-08-07T17:05:00.000-07:00

A lone hiker exits one of the old railroad tunnels on the Bizz Johnson Trail. Lassen County, California.

Where the Buffalo Roam

2006-08-05T07:13:00.000-07:00

These buffalo graze in Golden Gate Park. San Francisco, California.

Artichoke Flower

2006-07-31T08:49:00.000-07:00

This beautiful blue-violet artichoke flower blooms in a backyard in Palo Alto, California.

Grant Avenue, Chinatown

2006-07-28T16:39:00.000-07:00

Grant Avenue in Chinatown is always a bustling street with tourists and the people of the neighborhood. San Francisco, California.

You'd Rather Not See This from Your House

2006-07-21T16:11:00.000-07:00

You don't want a CDF helicopter dumping water like this near your house. Susanville, California.

CDF Helicopter Works the Fire

2006-07-19T13:52:00.000-07:00

This CDF helicopter works a fire in Susanville, California.

de Young Museum Entrance

2006-07-16T08:26:00.000-07:00

The entranceway of the de Young Museum in the afternoon. San Francisco, California.

The Moon Again

2006-06-19T21:09:00.000-07:00

The moon again through a film of clouds. Susanville, CA.

A Thunderstorm in the Making?

2006-06-13T19:41:00.000-07:00

These cumulus clouds face an updraft. Susanville, CA.

Moon Floats Above a Cloud

2006-06-05T19:41:00.000-07:00

With the sun down and darkness approaching, enough light remains to capture the cloud below the full moon. Susanville, CA.

Yellow Yarrow

2006-06-03T07:45:00.000-07:00

Spring with sunnier days and flowers blooming, like those of this yarrow plant. Susanville, CA.

A Rainbow for a Moment

2006-05-31T17:23:00.000-07:00

With little fanfare and just before night falls, this rainbow makes its appearance--and snap. Susanville, CA.

Sulfur Works

2006-05-27T15:53:00.000-07:00

Steam from the Sulfur Works rises to meet the fog and clouds in late spring. Lassen Volcanic National Park, California.

Lassen Park Walk

2006-05-21T09:02:00.000-07:00

The snow remains at Lassen Volcanic National Park as these two people walk the closed road.

Pigeons on the Mini Mart

2006-05-18T17:22:00.000-07:00

Pigeons settle on the roof of K. J. Mini Mart, a place for Indian groceries. Reno, Nevada.

The Luxury of Dissension

2006-05-16T05:55:00.000-07:00

A group of young people meet near the river. Reno, Nevada.

Snow Chair

2006-05-15T06:02:00.000-07:00

A little spring snow covers the ground and this chair. Susanville, CA.

A Goose Meditates on the Truckee River

2006-05-12T17:33:00.000-07:00

Looking at the Truckee River, this goose ponders his existence. Reno, Nevada.

Kayak on the Truckee Again

2006-05-11T17:43:00.000-07:00

Kayaking on the Truckee River. Reno, Nevada.

Kayak on the Truckee

2006-05-09T05:59:00.000-07:00

Control is the key to playing in this rapids on the Truckee River. Reno, Nevada.

Concentration on the Truckee

2006-05-06T20:50:00.000-07:00

Coming down the Truckee River through Reno. Reno, Nevada.

A Morning Moon

2006-05-04T17:46:00.000-07:00

The Moon in the morning keeps its watch on the Earth below. Lassen County, California.

Beautiful Clouds

2006-04-29T07:04:00.000-07:00

These clouds above Reno could be in a dream. Reno, Nevada.

Chinese Elm at Dawn

2006-04-27T19:22:00.000-07:00

A Chinese elm at dawn. Susanville, California.

Thompson Peak with Snow

2006-04-21T19:07:00.000-07:00

Thompson Peak draws a wispy cloud to its peak. Lassen County, California.

Blackbird in a Tree

2006-04-18T18:42:00.000-07:00

Birds have finally appeared after a long winter. Reno, Nevada.

Keep Shopping, America

2006-04-13T07:48:00.000-07:00

A stray shopping cart rests after a hard day. Susanville, California.

Tiny Clouds in the Sun

2006-04-08T16:37:00.000-07:00

These tiny clouds in sunlight are surrounded by gray clouds. Lassen County, California.

Red Sky in the Morning

2006-04-04T20:13:00.000-07:00

Red sky in the morning, sailor take warning. Lassen County, California.

Big Sky

2006-03-25T16:00:00.000-08:00

With Thompson Peak in the distance to the left, the big sky covers this world. Lassen County, California.

Dashiell Hammett Way

2006-03-16T20:03:00.000-08:00

Dashiell Hammett Way in the city by the bay. San Francisco, California.

The Desert Meets the Mountains

2006-03-14T19:39:00.000-08:00

The desert meets the mountains near the California Nevada border. Red Rock, Nevada.

They Will Land Tonight

2006-03-13T17:33:00.000-08:00

The culverts are aligned. The aliens will land tonight. Red Rock, Nevada.

Bay Bridge from the Embarcadero

2006-02-21T18:25:00.000-08:00

A shot of the Bay Bridge and Treasure Island from the Embarcadero. San Francisco, California.

A Street Not Made for Cars

2006-02-16T19:44:00.000-08:00

A street in San Francisco, California, not made for cars? Yes, that's Golden Lane.

Stack of Pallets

2006-02-14T06:08:00.000-08:00

A stack of pallets. Lines and shadows. Lassen County, California.

Thai Chi at the Top of Nob Hill

2006-02-12T07:55:00.000-08:00

Watching Thai Chi in Huntington Park at the top of Nob Hill. San Francisco, California.

Street Recycling

2006-02-11T08:43:00.000-08:00

This man recycles others' refuse. San Francisco, California.

San Francisco Stairs

2006-02-05T07:37:00.000-08:00

Few people use these stairs on Nob Hill. San Francisco, California.

A Fine Parking Space

2006-02-03T17:32:00.000-08:00

This older Volvo parks in a spacious spot at the Fairmont Hotel. San Francisco, California.

Truck Tires

2006-01-31T06:05:00.000-08:00

Truck tires and a small spot of ice and snow. Nothing's moving. Lassen County, California.

First Aid

2006-01-30T06:41:00.000-08:00

An old first-aid sign near Lech Walesa Lane. San Francisco, California.

Truth

2006-01-29T07:40:00.000-08:00

Truth in Civic Center. San Francisco, California.

Small Market

2006-01-28T09:34:00.000-08:00

A small market in the Civic Center near City Hall. San Francisco, California.

The Bay Bridge

2006-01-27T16:59:00.000-08:00

The clarity of the sky, the Bay Bridge, the bay, and Treasure Island after a good rain. San Francisco, California.

The Wreath

2006-01-26T16:26:00.000-08:00

This Christmas wreath still hangs outside the window after Christmas. San Francisco, California.

San Francisco Street People

2006-01-25T17:09:00.000-08:00

The mask of autonomy and limitless hope in San Francisco, California.

A Sculpture to Ponder

2006-01-24T17:05:00.000-08:00

This animal light sculpture of wire and wood stood waiting for dark. San Francisco, California.

San Francisco City Hall

2006-01-21T08:38:00.000-08:00

The majestic columns and floors of City Hall. San Francisco, California.

Lush Lounge

2006-01-20T06:31:00.000-08:00

Another bar sign. This one on Polk Street. San Francisco, California.

A Great Day

2006-01-19T05:56:00.000-08:00

It's always a great day to get married. San Francisco, California.

The Port of San Francisco

2006-01-18T05:59:00.000-08:00

The Port of San Francisco may be a misnomer except for the comings and goings of tourist ferries. San Francisco, California.

A Long Hall

2006-01-17T05:49:00.000-08:00

One of many hallways in City Hall. San Francisco, California.

Seagull in the Wind

2006-01-16T08:06:00.000-08:00

This seagull ignores the wind as it stands on the dock. San Francisco, California.

Looking Up Market Street

2006-01-15T09:07:00.000-08:00

Looking up Market Street from the Embarcadero. San Francisco, California.

Pines in Winter

2006-01-14T18:58:00.000-08:00

Pines along the shore of Lake Almanor in January. California

Hope Shining Through

2006-01-13T05:12:00.000-08:00

Winter on Lake Almanor. California.

Highway 36 into Chester

2006-01-10T06:11:00.000-08:00

Highway 36 into Chester, California.

Wet Winter in California

2006-01-08T08:51:00.000-08:00

The flood control takes excess water and moves it away from Chester, California.

199 Steps

2006-01-07T06:58:00.000-08:00

The 199 steps of this street to Nob Hill. San Francisco, California.