Saturday, September 20, 2008

DSC09853: The Arch!


DSC09853: The Arch!, originally uploaded by RMStringer.

Taken using the Minolta 35-105mm lens looking North while driving across the Mississippi River on I64 West.

Exposure: 0.005 sec (1/200)
Aperture: f/4.5
Focal Length: 35 mm
ISO Speed: 200

Friday, September 19, 2008

Minolta 35-105


Minolta 35-105, originally uploaded by RMStringer.

My newest lens. f/3.5-4.5 35.105mm Minolta Lens.

Here is a link to the set of photos that were taken with this lens.
http://flickr.com/photos/rmstringer/sets/72157607187781212/

Sunrise...

Taken with my LGVX8600 1.3Megapixel phone.
From RMStringer

Thursday, September 18, 2008

SIUE Trailhead.

Taken with my LGVX8600 1.3Megapixel phone. WWW.GORC.COM
From RMStringer

Cutting 2.

Taken with my LGVX8600 1.3Megapixel phone.
From RMStringer

Cutting!

Taken with my LGVX8600 1.3Megapixel phone.
From RMStringer

This Weekend!!! September 20-21 2008

Airshow Welcome

DATES, TIMES & COST
Air Show Dates: September 20-21 2008
Air Show Times: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Air Show Flying Times: To Be Determined
Shiloh & Belleville Gates: Open at 9:00 AM
Cost: FREE
Parking: FREE
DIRECTIONS TO SCOTT AFB

Scott AFB is located by Shiloh, Illinois and is approximately 19 miles east of St. Louis

By Auto:
From Interstate 64 take exit 19 towards Shiloh and follow the signs to enter through the Shiloh Gate.

From Illinois Route 161 the base is located between Belleville and Mascoutah where you can enter through the Belleville Gate.

By Metro Link (highly recommended):
You can take the Metrolink to the Shiloh-Scott station where buses will take you to the Air Show area of the base. Normal Metrolink and bus fees apply.

FLIGHTLINE MAP DOWNLOAD
Flightline layout showing where most of the aircraft are located (subject to change).
Current as of: 17 Sept 08
HANGAR-1 MAP DOWNLOAD
Hangar-1 layout showing where most of the displays are located (subject to change).
Current as of: 15 Sept 08

OFFICIAL AIR SHOW POSTER
 
SELECT FORMAT:
 
PROHIBITED ITEMS
  • No backpacks (backpacks specifically made for cameras are okay, but will be searched)
  • No coolers
  • No knives
  • No weapons
  • No contraband
  • No helium balloons
  • No pets
  • No tents, awnings or beach umbrellas
  • No cooking equipment
  • No bikes, roller blades, scooters or skateboards
NOTE: ALL CARRY-IN ITEMS AND PERSONS ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH
RECOMMENDED ITEMS
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Lawn chairs
  • Ear plugs
  • Sunscreen
  • Cameras
  • Diaper bags
  • Pen for autographs
  • Water bottles
SAFETY ITEMS
For the safety of all visitors and aircraft there is NO SMOKING on the flightline.
 
Do not cross the crowd fencing and ropes - this could result in the show being stopped!
 
AIRCRAFT:
  • Do not touch or climb on any aircraft unless you're invited to do so by the aircrew.
  • Remember that trash can be sucked up into the aircraft engines, damaging the aircraft and endangering the pilot's life. Please keep the flightline litter-free by using the trash receptacles provided for your convenience.
  • Trip hazards are everywhere. Watch for tent ropes and aircraft tie-down chains.
  • Observe all signs, including the ones that say "do not touch."
FIRST AID:
  • Drink plenty of fluids, especially if the day is a sunny, warm, summer day.
  • Apply sunscreen often, especially to small children. Temperatures on the flightline typically are higher than normal. Bring a hat to protect the top of your head.
  • Take time out to rest during the day. With the heat and excitement, you could become fatigued.
  • A first aid tent will be set up inside our maintenance building. If you are on the flightline and looking at the air show entrance it is the building to the right. Look for the Red Cross.
LOST AND FOUND:
  • A lost and found/information booth will be set up by the main entrance to report lost children. Announcements will be made over the public address system. Bring found items or report lost items to the lost and found/information tent.
MOTORCYCLES:
All riders operating a motorcycle on base are required to wear required safety gear to include:
  • Helmets
  • Long sleeve shirts
  • Gloves
  • Long pants
  • Face shields
YOUR COOPERATION AND PATIENCE IS APPRECIATED!
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