Even though this is the 4th nor-easter to hit Central New Jersey in as many weeks and the driving conditions were, let's just say, terrible, I just had to get out and take some photos of the fresh-fallen, and still falling, snow.
It was basically deserted at the Manasquan Reservoir, barring a few Canada geese, some birds, a squirrel and, later on, a park pickup truck plowing the snow.
P.S. Apologies for the water spots on many of these captures, as it was challenging to keep the lens dry. And without a tripod and the commensurate slower shutter speeds, many of them have a fairly high ISO value.
All images @cognoscere and taken on Wednesday March 21st, 2018 at the Manasquan Reservoir in Howell, New Jersey (Sony DSC RX100M5)
Wow, you braved that weather! Thanks for the walk. I was too cold and the driving was too nasty for me to venture out this afternoon. One more thing...that's enough snow this year!
I couldn't agree more, we need this winter to quietly walk away!!!
I was wondering if I'd see snow pictures from you today. :) It looked like the snowstorms were suppose to end just above where I live but we managed to get a tiny shower. Let's hope the 4th is the last and we can finally head to spring.
I was thinking and hoping for that 3 storms ago ;-)
I didn't realize the NE was still having winter storms. Tell the weather that it's spring and it needs to start giving you sunshine. Maybe you can get a sun-nado! I don't even know what that is, but it sounds different.
That looks like a nice place to walk. Can you go fishing there during the (late) spring and summer?
The reservoir is a 5-mile walk around. Yes, fishing, boating, kayaks, horseback riding, and of course lots of walkers, runners, and cyclists.
I particularly like the shots with the water @cognoscere. Photographs 4 and 6 are stunning! 😊
I admire your fortitude getting out there in the cold. Hopefully it's warmed up a bit now. It certainly has in the UK. Hoorah! Although we're still not into double figures. Boo!
Thanks!!! I was debating going out, as the weather and the road conditions weren't very good. But I'm glad I ventured out. It was so peaceful and quiet since there wasn't too much wind this time.
Lack of wind makes all the difference as far as I'm concerned @cognoscere. It is my least favourite of all the elements. Plays havoc with one's photographs too. 😁
Wishing you a wonder full day!
I always laugh and bite my tongue when people say this but: "The snow is so pretty" LOL For once I get to say it and not have to deal with the white stuff!
I know right? Well, I'm about done with it, the thrill of shoveling wears away rather quickly ;-)
haha -- you won't like my comment to your Part 2! Sorry about that! ; )
At least you may be happy to know that it is, right now, snowing here, too. Big, wet flakes! It started right after I left that comment on your other post, lol. Happy early spring! ; )
Very cool! Awesome to have somewhere to go when you have conditions like this! I'm usually looking out from a nice warm house instead!
Beautiful! I love that it's not too cold today. 😊
Today was a beautiful sunny and relatively warm day, considering how much show we got yesterday. A good bit of it has already melted. No drought this spring, that's for sure!
Beautiful photos. Can't make out the last one thou.
Thanks!!! The last one is just a couple of snow covered buds.
damn, I am so glad to not be Jersey right now. Beautiful, but sure as shit don't want to drive on it!
I hear you, it's the price we have to pay in the Northeast to be able to enjoy all four seasons!
Snow represents the true beauty of nature . Really wonderful photos . Thanks for sharing
My pleasure, thanks for stopping by.
wow.. thats I call winter wonderland :)
nice winter in march :)
Just awesome. Totally beautiful images with snow. Best parts of #walkwithme.
Those pictures gives me most inspiration. Top class winter captures.
These shots are really beautiful seems like it may be the last of the season may be : )
Fresh snow always a delight to see and in your shots it gets even amazing :D
Heavy snowfall there seems like quite cold this is awesome
freezing cold is back there on time looks quite stunning shots
Wow, you take beautiful pics dear friend .
Keep posting , thanks for sharing
What a outstanding B&W photo shots creating @cognoscere. My heart deeply touch with your clicks.
Awesome photography , in black and white section pics looks great
Wow!wonderful snow
i like snow very much
thanks for sharing
the snow again so awesome to see these beautiful shots really awesome weather is there
this is looking so beautiful and amazing awesome shots are there :)
nice photography......
my Lala Land and ur wonderland are twins
:)
I really like the one with the water/reflections. And I agree, as in the pouring rain, the snapping can be a bit adventurous now and then. I have a retractable lens on my Lumix, and I'm always concerned with it ushering water into the works. Wipe shoot, wipe, repeat. But at least it works. (SOME day I hope to replace my old Nikon D200, that has spots, and changes color temperature at random, because it can, I guess). Have a nice day weekend in the snow, if possible.