June 4th

Day three on location. I decided to try a different approach to get to the location. I drove to Sand Island and it worked out a LOT better. I arrived at 7:45 right before a slightly rainy dusk. As I was starting on the bike path, I heard the Blackhawk helicopters launch. So I ended dashing to the site. Fortunately, I was VERY close to where I wanted to shoot. I set up on the bank of the river and shooting. What a great experience !!! I was able to a MANY shot of the Blackhawks- the trains and explosions. I wish I had taken more pictures of the trains. I had company on the bank. A few fellow photographer and a few serious beer drinkers with rowdy kids !!! Once it became dark, I started taking some night shots and was able to get a few explosions. I decided to go back on the bike trail and my intent was to shoot my way back down to the bridge. I was able to head through the woods an shoot a nice shot off the river bank. I was heading to one of the opening near the riverbank off the bike trail and was greeted by a policeman. He kindly informed me that the bike trail was closed. I guess it was time to wrap things up.