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NatureGuy
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If you are after animals, you must call ahead. The rangers will tell what areas, and what times, and when during the year animals will be present. For example you will not find any marmots in Moraine Valley, let alone during the winter. If you want marmots, you would have to come during the warmer months and go along Old Falls Road. (for Rocky Mountain National Park)
*Gear* Camelback-packs are fantastic. They hold your normal hiking gear and water while still having room for your photo gear. More importantly theyre lighter than padded photographer backpacks. Be sure to at least bring a plastic garbage bag that you can put your gear in if it rains you. Better options would be the waterproof covering they make for the camelback-packs or a rubber-lined canvas bag that the military makes. I use the rubber-lined bag because I can store my camera and other gear in it at night. Be sure tp store your camera in something waterproof at night. Ignoring the possibility of rain, morning dew and water from your breath as you sleep will make you miserable in the morning if it is on your camera.
A different option, and sometimes better would be a photographers vest. They are better for short summer hikes. They are lighter, not as hot, and can still hold your photo gear, map, poncho, and water comfortably.
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