Thursday, 28 August 2008

Sky Watch Friday - Fog


Last weekend, we ascended a mountain called the RAX,
about 95 km southwest of Vienna and about 2000 meters high.


First it was sunny, but the peak was covered by thick fog.


The wind was icy and sharp and we were glad to reach the refuge.

I am always happy when I am in the mountains,
especially when there are fixed rope routes...

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43 comments:

  1. Anonymous28 August 2008 at 21:45

    These clouds are pretty but look like they are angry and chasing someone. Rolling up the hill side. LOL. Nice photos.

    See my SkyWatch post here > Canon Pixels

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  2. Maria28 August 2008 at 21:51

    Oh yes, the cclouds were angry and cold and they were chasing US! :)

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  3. Ivar Østtun28 August 2008 at 22:19

    Somehow angry clouds can be beautiful. Nice catch

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  4. me ann my camera28 August 2008 at 22:32

    I love the openness of your route, it not being covered with trees as the old mountains are in my area. Lovely pictures.

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  5. Maria28 August 2008 at 22:37

    Yes, I love the rocks, too!

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  6. Louise28 August 2008 at 22:47

    The first photo looks like special effects! Great series of photos.

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  7. Anonymous28 August 2008 at 22:54

    Wow, Maria - these pictures are really great! Spectacular! And the nature in your country is SO nice, I know as I've been there few years ago:) It's one of the greatest countries I've ever visited, and I will be back!! Have a nice weekend my friend!

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  8. Pretty Life Online28 August 2008 at 23:05

    Perfect catch for Skywatch! Mine's up too hope you can drop by.... Happy weekend!

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  9. EG CameraGirl28 August 2008 at 23:07

    Looks like chilly weather for August but you were at a high altitude. I LOVE being in the mountains in summer. ;-)

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  10. Lavender and Vanilla Friends of the Gardens28 August 2008 at 23:19

    Hi Maria, great hike and great pictures. It certainly looks like the weather gods had quite a bit of fun with you.

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  11. Reader Wil28 August 2008 at 23:23

    I can understand that it is exiting to walk in the mountains when there is a fog! Kind of mysterious!

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  12. Maria28 August 2008 at 23:29

    Dear friends, thanks for visiting! I must go to sleep now, I am absolutely tired! Good night!

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  13. Som mine dager er28 August 2008 at 23:35

    Great great shots. And you in the rain coat ... almost Norwegian. This is how we dress from november to march ;-)

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  14. Lavender and Vanilla Friends of the Gardens28 August 2008 at 23:43

    Danke Maria; ich wuensche dir auch ein schoenes Wochenende. Es scheint du und deine Nichten hatten eine "great time"! wie sagt man schon:"Wehe wenn sie losgelassen." But hey, girls want some fun too! LG.T.

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  15. April28 August 2008 at 23:49

    WOW! You were right up there in the clouds - amazing photos and scenes! I can see why you enjoy climbing. Our family once climbed in the Bavarian Alps - the mountain we climbed was 1600 metres; we started at 700 metres - good terrain overall and we didn't need any special equipment. It was a wonderful experience. At the top there was food and drink.

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  16. Brad Myers29 August 2008 at 00:06

    Great series of photos for SWF, wonderful clouds.

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  17. ayamlin29 August 2008 at 00:10

    Vienna has not only sea but beach?
    wow! It's nice!
    when I was a child, I used to think that I could ride on the fog. ahaha.
    By the way in Tokyo it's 7 in the morning. I'm off to work.
    So I'm writing answer your comment later:)

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  18. Ces Adorio29 August 2008 at 01:22

    What dramatic scenery. Maria, you sure go places and they are not ordinary places either. I do love the mountains. I can view your Skywatch photos anytime, everyday! I also like your new avatar. What an adventurere you are!

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  19. Maria29 August 2008 at 01:25

    So many angry clouds but you face looks rather happy!! :-)

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  20. Donna29 August 2008 at 02:37

    Love those clouds!

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  21. Unknown29 August 2008 at 04:53

    Brilliant clouds!

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  22. Pietro Brosio29 August 2008 at 07:10

    Wonderful views for Sky Watch!
    It was very cold there, wasn't it?

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  23. Angie29 August 2008 at 08:00

    Beautiful photos, it looks a wonderful place for walking.

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  24. Randi29 August 2008 at 09:39

    Oh....it looks cold. I almost can feel it....brrrr.

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  25. Arija29 August 2008 at 11:08

    Nicht gerade wunderbare Aussicht aber doch schoene Bilder.

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  26. Gemma Wiseman aka Pamela Adams29 August 2008 at 11:11

    The swirl of cloud becoming fog is incredible! Great pics!

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  27. HFD6029 August 2008 at 14:36

    very nice, I can almost feel the cool air...

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  28. Fish Whisperer29 August 2008 at 15:10

    Reall cool clouds. Have a great weekend.
    Cheers

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  29. Unknown29 August 2008 at 15:11

    Perfect catch for Skywatch!

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  30. Katarina29 August 2008 at 18:11

    Impressive skies!
    /Katarina

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  31. Torsdag 195229 August 2008 at 18:15

    Hallo Maria,
    eine wunderbare Sicht auf den Bergrücken und die wirbelnden Wolken, einfach Natur und "sanfte Gewalten". Es ist bestimmt wunderbar sie so direkt zu geniessen.
    Grüsse aus dem Flachland
    Hartmut

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  32. kj29 August 2008 at 18:22

    what fun to follow your ascent! plus you have a great smile that makes me want to smile back!

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  33. Luiz Santilli Jr29 August 2008 at 19:02

    Maria
    Thanks for your visit!
    Here in São Paulo(Brasil) we are at the end of winter!
    Some days are sunny, with beautiful blue sky, like this in my post!
    Your sky is so grey, but so beautiful also!

    Have a nice weekend!

    Santilli

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  34. Chubby Chieque29 August 2008 at 19:33

    WOW! those clouds seems so cozy.

    Thanks lot for peeping in. Yea right, every words i uttered in my motto is very true, indeed.

    Enjoy your active & wonderful life as I can see. Job well done.

    Have a nice w/end.
    //chie

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  35. Kelly29 August 2008 at 21:20

    The clouds and skies are really mystical looking! Great set of photos and so mysterious looking. Great job!

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  36. Mary29 August 2008 at 21:40

    Oh what wonderful views! the first photo has such a pretty scroll of a cloud, and the third is all foggy wonderfulness!

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  37. Anonymous29 August 2008 at 23:12

    The first 2 are really marvelous. You're a trooper to go up there to allow us to see your photos!

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  38. Jan29 August 2008 at 23:44

    These are amazing photos.

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  39. Unknown30 August 2008 at 04:43

    Hello Maria :D
    That first picture was mesmerising...so beautiful!! Just wanted to wish you a happy weekend, hugs..

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  40. Max-e30 August 2008 at 08:48

    Looks like a beautiful place to be. Nice shots Maria

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  41. Amila Salgado30 August 2008 at 13:43

    Lovely Sky Watch sequence! Thanks for dropping by in my blog. Have a good weekend

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  42. soulbrush31 August 2008 at 11:45

    awesome sky!

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  43. Vodka Mom31 August 2008 at 13:36

    These shots are stunning. Can you come over and help me with my camera? I'll fix the martini's. come right over...

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