Postcards from the Desert: Boneyard Sunset
Boneyard Sunset — by Joe Reifer
A reference in a book lead to an internet search which lead to asking a relative who lived nearby who referred me to a hiking guide who said I could drop her name with a local business owner who gave me directions down a dirt road to this boneyard. Many thanks to everyone!
The late afternoon sun was obscured by clouds, and by the time I arrived the light was fading fast. For 7-8 minutes the sky turned a firey orange and red, and I was able to make a few images while looking to see if anyone was around. There were no signs of life except for a few birds roosting in a cockpit. I’m still not sure who owns the property, but plan to return in order to inquire about night photography access for a future full moon.
Having a great time out in the desert.
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Troy:
Exceptional location. How big is it? Ready to go when you are, is it far from Mikey’s place?
28 December 2007, 12:51 pmBasim:
This is a great photo! If you need more company, I’d be happy to come with.
28 December 2007, 9:07 pmvan ditthavong:
wow – seems like a perfect place to be in late december!
29 December 2007, 7:09 pmTelstar Logistics:
Nice find, Joe! That looks like an old Superfortress (B-29 or B-50) in the background. A rare species to see in the boneyard wilds!
9 January 2008, 11:23 pm