Monday, August 8, 2011

Roger Tory Peterson Institute

While I was on vacation I visited the Roger Tory Peterson Institute in Jamestown, NY. which is a short drive from Chautauqua. This is a must every time I visit here. They have beautiful gardens, and usually have good butterflies. The displays of art work are often unique.

The butterfly garden is lovely, but the day not the best to try to see butterflies.



This is a life-size relpica of the tusks and skull of the Columbian mammoth discovered in nearby Randolph in 1934. The tusk was on display also, and a delight for the locals especially.





We thoroughly enjoyed the photography of Dave Fitzsimmons. Check out his wesite at http://www.fitzsimmonsphotography.com/







Such an inspirational quote for the photographer - me.










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