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by vincemartino
October 3rd, 2014, 2:16 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Agkistrodon contortrix question
Replies: 4
Views: 2156

Re: Agkistrodon contortrix question

I believe they would be perfectly capable of traveling 1/3 of a mile by September.
by vincemartino
March 19th, 2013, 3:04 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: moving to Dinosaur NM
Replies: 1
Views: 654

moving to Dinosaur NM

Hey everyone. I will be living at Dinosaur National Monument starting in May. I'm a wildland firefighter and pretty stoked to be working for the NPS at such a cool geological feature. I'm from the east so the high desert is new to me for herping. I'll be out hiking and photographing Moffat Co. and t...
by vincemartino
February 12th, 2013, 10:55 am
Forum: Image Lab
Topic: thoughts on the AF MICRO NIKKOR 105mm 1:2.8 D Macro Lens
Replies: 12
Views: 6642

Re: thoughts on the AF MICRO NIKKOR 105mm 1:2.8 D Macro Lens

Gotchaaaa, that makes sense now.
by vincemartino
February 11th, 2013, 4:24 pm
Forum: Image Lab
Topic: thoughts on the AF MICRO NIKKOR 105mm 1:2.8 D Macro Lens
Replies: 12
Views: 6642

Re: thoughts on the AF MICRO NIKKOR 105mm 1:2.8 D Macro Lens

Thanks a ton for the feedback! Plus I heard that with the 60 sometimes you have to get so close when shooting macro that it limits your light, another reason why I thought the 105 was a better idea. If you're actually shooting macro and don't want just a sharp portrait lens, you're going to need so...
by vincemartino
February 11th, 2013, 12:58 pm
Forum: Image Lab
Topic: thoughts on the AF MICRO NIKKOR 105mm 1:2.8 D Macro Lens
Replies: 12
Views: 6642

Re: thoughts on the AF MICRO NIKKOR 105mm 1:2.8 D Macro Lens

Thanks a ton for the feedback! "I can use it to get nice shots of crotes from just beyond the strike zone." This what I was mainly why I went with the 105 rather than 60. I'm glad you said this. Also hummingbirds are something I really want to get into, as a friend of mine really loves the...
by vincemartino
February 10th, 2013, 12:54 pm
Forum: Image Lab
Topic: Non herp photo advice+tips
Replies: 10
Views: 5020

Re: Non herp photo advice+tips

Awesome! Kevin, thats a really creative approach to getting images...I like it! I will definitely try some of those techniques, i don't know if my camera is able to keep its shutter open indefinitely like that but its time to go fish out the manual and take a look, i hope so. Thanks for taking the ...
by vincemartino
February 9th, 2013, 9:11 pm
Forum: Image Lab
Topic: thoughts on the AF MICRO NIKKOR 105mm 1:2.8 D Macro Lens
Replies: 12
Views: 6642

Re: thoughts on the AF MICRO NIKKOR 105mm 1:2.8 D Macro Lens

Thanks for the quick reply and input!
by vincemartino
February 9th, 2013, 10:38 am
Forum: Image Lab
Topic: thoughts on the AF MICRO NIKKOR 105mm 1:2.8 D Macro Lens
Replies: 12
Views: 6642

thoughts on the AF MICRO NIKKOR 105mm 1:2.8 D Macro Lens

I'm finally getting a macro lens... the AF MICRO NIKKOR 105mm 1:2.8 D. I found it for a steal in perfect condition and I know it's, optically, a great piece of glass. Only problem is I have a D5000 so I will be limited to manual focus until I get a body with a built in motor. I don't mind this as I ...
by vincemartino
March 16th, 2012, 1:34 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Met a Forum member
Replies: 7
Views: 1357

Re: Met a Forum member

Yea that. In multiple spots in the area.
by vincemartino
March 15th, 2012, 8:18 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Met a Forum member
Replies: 7
Views: 1357

Re: Met a Forum member

Excellent production! I was glad to meet you guys, and get a little behind the scenes action on filming. Also appreciate the education on what our more irresponsible herper brethren are doing in the area. Please do not "create" your own spots people! Please respect the environment you are ...
by vincemartino
March 9th, 2012, 2:04 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: moving from MD to CA
Replies: 14
Views: 2789

Re: moving from MD to CA

Also, it has occurred to me that it's a possibility I will not have much free time to just go exploring around looking for specific herps I want to see. I really need to start developing knowledge of specific habitat and behaviors. Any suggestions for a good quality field guide(s) for California?
by vincemartino
March 9th, 2012, 1:57 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: moving from MD to CA
Replies: 14
Views: 2789

Re: moving from MD to CA

Welcome to Cali. I'm sure you will have a good time and you are going to see lot's-0 new herps. I've never herped the LPF but you will be getting around with the Feds so you are certain to find yourself in some interesting places. If we don't get a lot more rain you are also going to get your fill ...
by vincemartino
February 28th, 2012, 10:58 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: moving from MD to CA
Replies: 14
Views: 2789

Re: moving from MD to CA

Wow that is awesome. You will be living in one of the most beautiful places on Earth - Big Sur. It is really a surreal and amazing place that is like nothing else in California (except of course Humboldt's Lost Coast). Herping there is interesting. More difficult than many other areas in California...
by vincemartino
February 28th, 2012, 10:52 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: moving from MD to CA
Replies: 14
Views: 2789

Re: moving from MD to CA

I just got a job offer the other day for a position with the USFS in Monterey County, CA and I should be out there by early May! Welcome to California Congratulations on your Job offer.. I hope you become a NAFHA member as well.. We would love to have more contacts with the USFS people... Fundad I'...
by vincemartino
February 28th, 2012, 8:40 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: moving from MD to CA
Replies: 14
Views: 2789

Re: moving from MD to CA

Cool deal. I have been on a whale watching tour in Monterey Bay before and it was one of the most spectacular experiences of my life! Got to witness humpbacks, dolphins, and birds in an orchestrated feeding event! I will definitely be spending some time on the water, hopefully using my SCUBA certs. ...
by vincemartino
February 28th, 2012, 7:10 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: moving from MD to CA
Replies: 14
Views: 2789

Re: moving from MD to CA

Yea looking at distribution maps, there is a lot to cover. Looking forward to getting to spend some time with NorPacs and Rubber Boas!
by vincemartino
February 28th, 2012, 6:48 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: moving from MD to CA
Replies: 14
Views: 2789

moving from MD to CA

Hello Californians, I just got a job offer the other day for a position with the USFS in Monterey County, CA and I should be out there by early May! It goes without saying I am very excited to be heading out to the opposite coast I am currently on. I'm going to be immersed in completely new herps! A...
by vincemartino
December 17th, 2011, 7:55 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Shoes?
Replies: 25
Views: 4872

Re: Shoes?

I have a pair. He said he wanted to replace his hiking boots.
by vincemartino
December 16th, 2011, 10:19 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Shoes?
Replies: 25
Views: 4872

Re: Shoes?

DO NOT BUY THOSE DUMB TOE SHOES. Do your self a favor and buy a nice pair of Vasque, Sportiva, or Scarpa boots. They will surely outlast the one's you currently have.
by vincemartino
December 16th, 2011, 7:09 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: a northwestern species.but a video i thought was cool .....
Replies: 4
Views: 1294

Re: a northwestern species.but a video i thought was cool ..

I guess it's time to buy some tree climbing spurs...

Cool video.
by vincemartino
December 16th, 2011, 7:05 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Birthday Present
Replies: 10
Views: 1825

Re: Birthday Present

Tight!
by vincemartino
December 13th, 2011, 9:18 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Video Request - Wood turtle stomping for worms
Replies: 13
Views: 3588

Re: Video Request - Wood turtle stomping for worms

Turkey do a "stomp scratch" type thing but I am not sure if it is the same intention as the wood turtles attracting worms. Turkeys will stomp and scratch and peck at every rotting log and loamy/soft area, but it seems like they are just actively foraging by loosening rotting wood and leaves.
by vincemartino
December 13th, 2011, 9:12 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Timber Rattlesnake
Replies: 32
Views: 6560

Re: Timber Rattlesnake

What is the purpose of the tagging?
by vincemartino
December 13th, 2011, 9:05 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Autumn
Replies: 5
Views: 1504

Re: Autumn

Impressive Tiger! And nothing like some fall Gray Treefrogs. You are great at roadcruising, I don't seem to have the eyes trained well enough for spotting stream salamanders while cruising. I am afraid I'll be doing more damage than good.
by vincemartino
December 13th, 2011, 8:59 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: mast crop
Replies: 7
Views: 1721

Re: mast crop

Chestnuts, beech, and oak are all dropping ALOT right in my area.
by vincemartino
December 5th, 2011, 9:06 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: a quick letter to discovery channel
Replies: 32
Views: 6665

Re: a quick letter to discovery channel

Nat Geo Wild is half decent. And Nat Geo's written publication is excellent. Not all of TV sucks, but even Nat Geo Wild is starting to air some things that make me go "ugh." Some of the snake wranglers stuff is pretty entertaining, depends on who is your host for the episode though. Yea t...
by vincemartino
December 1st, 2011, 9:41 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: End of the Year 2011, Let's Keep it Going... #7 - ANURANS
Replies: 17
Views: 2384

Re: End of the Year 2011, Let's Keep it Going... #7 - ANURAN

Mike I love that off-center swimming shot of the cricket frog. Really captures the movement.
by vincemartino
December 1st, 2011, 9:02 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: a quick letter to discovery channel
Replies: 32
Views: 6665

Re: a quick letter to discovery channel

Nat Geo Wild is half decent. And Nat Geo's written publication is excellent. Not all of TV sucks, but even Nat Geo Wild is starting to air some things that make me go "ugh."
by vincemartino
November 29th, 2011, 11:43 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Nominations update
Replies: 18
Views: 2481

Re: Nominations update

I will accept the nomination for Education Specialist.
by vincemartino
November 29th, 2011, 11:06 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: a quick letter to discovery channel
Replies: 32
Views: 6665

Re: a quick letter to discovery channel

I wasn't aware of this. You have no argument from me. In fact, you have my support as I have grown tired of the same trends in "educational programming."
by vincemartino
November 29th, 2011, 8:46 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: India Megacity Herping
Replies: 17
Views: 6096

Re: India Megacity Herping

Cool mongoose! And good idea on creating a collage out of the Bfly photos.
by vincemartino
November 27th, 2011, 6:15 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Nominations update
Replies: 18
Views: 2481

Re: Nominations update

That seems like a good idea. But I'm not experienced with these things.
by vincemartino
November 20th, 2011, 9:06 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Timber Rattlesnakes Part I: Teaser
Replies: 26
Views: 4117

Re: Timber Rattlesnakes Part I: Teaser

John thanks for sharing your thoughts on horridus behavior. Your observations are eye opening.
by vincemartino
November 20th, 2011, 8:26 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: East coast 2011.
Replies: 33
Views: 10078

Re: East coast 2011.

Excellent.
by vincemartino
November 20th, 2011, 7:56 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Wild Queensland -- Nov 2011
Replies: 63
Views: 24080

Re: Wild Queensland -- Nov 2011

Keep it coming! The spinifex habitat is intriguing. I really enjoyed the monitor foraging behavior and variety of geckos.
by vincemartino
November 19th, 2011, 9:46 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Leechface and other aquatic dreams and nightmares
Replies: 16
Views: 5280

Re: Leechface and other aquatic dreams and nightmares

Nice observations. I learned about twice as much about leeches from this as I already knew. :thumb:
by vincemartino
November 19th, 2011, 8:52 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: a mostly Maryland 2011 recap
Replies: 14
Views: 2159

Re: a mostly Maryland 2011 recap

That's a great post. I was digging that Black Hognose. But I dug that Wood Turtle even more. It was nice seeing all those Box Turtles too. I agree with the comment on the "bottled milk." That snake doesn't look right - its head shape and pattern isn't typical of an Eastern Milk. And to go...
by vincemartino
November 18th, 2011, 1:42 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: This season's not over, so keep herping!!!
Replies: 7
Views: 1548

Re: This season's not over, so keep herping!!!

Thanks, will do. I will be happy if I find only one or two of them.
by vincemartino
November 18th, 2011, 6:26 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: This season's not over, so keep herping!!!
Replies: 7
Views: 1548

Re: This season's not over, so keep herping!!!

Nice Matt. I plan on finding an obscene amount of salamanders still. A trip to Garrett County for some late fall backpacking and salamander hunting is in the works as we speak. I just need to find a good place for Four-toeds!
by vincemartino
November 17th, 2011, 8:49 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: PA. reptile show to be on FOX 29 news tonight at 10.
Replies: 11
Views: 2001

Re: PA. reptile show to be on FOX 29 news tonight at 10.

The writer makes the reptile show seem like some sort of underground black market operation. Sensationalism at it's best.
by vincemartino
November 17th, 2011, 7:14 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: a mostly Maryland 2011 recap
Replies: 14
Views: 2159

Re: a mostly Maryland 2011 recap

Dang man, it looks like you really cleaned up this year! JAYMAUGHN and cayrip- Thanks for the compliments! The baby rattler is actually in the bottom left corner area, nestled up just to the right of the rock in the bottom left corner. I'm still having trouble spotting the snake. :? And that weird ...
by vincemartino
November 17th, 2011, 6:18 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: a mostly Maryland 2011 recap
Replies: 11
Views: 3426

Re: a mostly Maryland 2011 recap

Nice! You could call that one a calico.
by vincemartino
November 16th, 2011, 12:41 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: a mostly Maryland 2011 recap
Replies: 11
Views: 3426

Re: a mostly Maryland 2011 recap

Thanks Gyri. I always looked at that ID as tentative because no one corrected me before. While the color is just like lead phases all around it has much larger white specks than any from the area. The white tail is just unexplainable as far as I can tell. I agree now just looking closely at differen...
by vincemartino
November 16th, 2011, 7:23 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: Herp Magazine came in.
Replies: 16
Views: 2427

Re: Herp Magazine came in.

Congrats Bob! I need to subscribe...
by vincemartino
November 16th, 2011, 6:57 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: a mostly Maryland 2011 recap
Replies: 11
Views: 3426

Re: a mostly Maryland 2011 recap

Excellent post looks like you found some quality herps! Are you sure your crazy looking slimy isn't a crazy looking red back? I am in no way sure, it was very small and it seemed like had more Slimy characteristics than anything. If it's a redback I'm still happy lol. Quality post Vince! One hell o...
by vincemartino
November 15th, 2011, 1:51 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: a mostly Maryland 2011 recap
Replies: 14
Views: 2159

Re: a mostly Maryland 2011 recap

Oh actually here is one other pic of the milk as flipped, but it isn't close-up by any means.

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by vincemartino
November 15th, 2011, 1:48 pm
Forum: The Forum
Topic: a mostly Maryland 2011 recap
Replies: 14
Views: 2159

Re: a mostly Maryland 2011 recap

great post, got any more pics of that milk snake? the one after the "milk that bottles itself" Pics on the head, close ups and what not, in clarity. It just looks weird in the one pic directly following the "milk that bottles itself" statement Thanks. But unfortunately that was ...
by vincemartino
November 15th, 2011, 10:44 am
Forum: The Forum
Topic: a mostly Maryland 2011 recap
Replies: 11
Views: 3426

a mostly Maryland 2011 recap

This year was preeetttty awesome for me thanks to the discovery of this forum and all of the awesome people and information that come along with it. I have always really enjoyed finding, studying, and reading about herps over other sorts of wildlife but have, for whatever silly reason, never really ...