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A Day At The Beach. (Photography Tip Number 2)

There are some things that shouldn't be photographed.
I know you know what I mean. Think about the stream of endless photos on facebook and tumblr of your kids in various states of inebriation. "Please Johnny, don't post those photos of you having relations with our pet goat. I can guarnetee you that prospective employers or in-laws will not be impressed."

Stand Up Picnic Table Paddling.

Gee whiz, can you make it any wider?
I think I could do touch and goes off it's flight deck.

Did I Mention Something About Big Ships?

What you don't want to see coming at you from astern.
No doubt about it, if you don't pay attention, you'll be sleeping with the fishes.

I'm continually surprised by all the numbskulls I encounter out on the water. I've got news for you guys, it's not virtual out there, stuff can kill you. So pull your face away from that smart phone for a second, and take a look around. Welcome to the real world, there isn't an app for that

What You Don't Want To See Coming At You Over Your Starboard Side.

The ocean is big, really big. It's so big that it boggles the mind that out of nowhere a ship appears coming at you like a missle. Two words to remember - radar and lookout. Always, always prepare for the worst.

Safety At Sea.

No problems here. You're good to go!

What Happens Next?

Some people are just looking for trouble!

Fish On Fridays. (Mr. Big Teeth Goes Surfing)

Who is the new guy surfing?
That's what I call a close encounter.

Yikes!

Sharks gone wild.
Go ahead, I dare you to go swimming. Not by the hair of on my chinny-chin-chin!

Mike's Big Fish.

Hola Miguel, we found your fish. He's scoping out the waters around the Canaries.

Fish On Fridays.

I say chaps, anyone up for a swim?

Did Someone Call A Dentist?

What is the allure of swimming with sharks?
I don't know about you, but I have zero desire to jump in the water with Mr. Big Teeth and his cousins.

The Best Christmas Card Ever!

Thank you Mr. Mayor. One word, "Priceless!"
Saludos de Navidad. ¡Viva el leopardo de las bendiciones!

How Close Can You Get To A Tornado At Sea? Watch And Find Out.

Santa María Madre de Dios!
Phew, that was a close call.

Via The Sail Blog.

Fish On Fridays. (Mr. Big Teeth)

Via Great White Adventures.

El Caminoto Del Rey. Let's Go For A Stroll.

Wo there Charlie Brown, that path looks a little sketchy to me.
Want to see more? Go here. Brought to you by Youclimb.de.

Guess Who Loves To Surf.

Marine Life Monday. "Golf Course Hazard!"

Not just a hazard to your score, but to your life. Mommy!
A half dozen Bull sharks got stranded in a small lake after a flood near Brisbane, Australia. It's said that they are fond of golf balls, birds and small mammals. The sharks are often seen trying to tempt the golf club members into the water, something about the joy of swimming.

The Bull shark, Carcharhinus leucas, also known as Zambezi shark or unofficially known as Zambi in Africa and Nicaragua shark in Nicaragua, is a shark common worldwide in warm, shallow waters along coasts and in rivers. The bull shark is well known for its unpredictable, often aggressive behavior.

The Bull shark is most famous for its remarkable ability to thrive in both saltwater and freshwater and can travel far up rivers. They have even been known to travel as far up as Indiana in the Ohio River and Illinois in the Mississippi River, although there have been few recorded attacks. As a result, they are probably responsible for the majority of near-shore shark attacks, including many attacks attributed to other species.

Links: Wikipedia | Courier Mail | Ichthyology at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Holy Shit! The Sea Is Not (Really, Really, Really, Not) For Sissies.

Tow fishing vessels brave the Grey River bar in full flood Greymouth New Zealand HD Video by Geoff Mackley and Bradley Ambrose.

Hokey smokes Bullwinkle! There's nothing like being tossed around like some old plastic bucket in a turbulent sea. Something wonderful must have been waiting for them ashore to brave such an onslaught. I need some Dramamine.

Via Conjuminando.

Fish On Fridays. I'm Hungry, Should We Get A Bite Together?

Come on in, the water is fine. If you would like, we could dine together.

The Green Monster Returns To Eat China.

I don't think I would take my boat through this stuff. I'd be worried that the prop would clog

Would you swim in this stuff?

Just another day at the beach.

Photos via AFP/Getty