Wednesday Walk the Mattapoisett rail trail

avatar

Wednesday Walk the Mattapoisett rail trail

This post if for Wednesday walk challenge
Any questions about the challenge read the guide at the Bottom of the post ;)

For today I will share a few shots from an early mornign walk I took on the Mattapoisett rail trail, in Mattapoisett MA.

With the sunrise now being around 5:08 AM I have for the mnost part, been walking on spots within New Bedford, so that I can get there a good 45 Minutes or more before the sunrise, but the morning I did this walk, I woke up at about 3:30 and decided to quickly get dressed grab my camera bag and head out somewhere and decided to go a little further to do this walk.

Now most mornings when I go out for my early walks my wife is sleeping till after i get home, but this day she woke at 3:40 and wondered where the heck I was, but knows me well enough to know I was out walking somewhere so didnt get to stressed, but did ask why I was out so early lOL

A Funny thing about this spot, is the last three times I have been there, I start my walk and after about 5 minutes the battery on my remote for the camera dies, but this time I was prepared and had a replacement battery in my camera bag, I Know its a coincidence but funny its been this spot the last three times I needed to replace the batteries in my remote.

And speaking of batteries another weird coincidence, as I got into my car after this walk, the car told me the battery in my car fob key was running low, so that day I also had to replace that.

OK now onto the walk its a nice wide trail in this spot a pond on one side trees on the other


ww the rail trail-5.jpg

Sony A7iv 17mm F11 1/13 seconds ISO 100
Click here to view larger


Mattapoisett Rail Trail runs west to east for approximately 2 miles with paved sections through woodlands and elevated bridges over sensitive coastal marshes and beach. It connects directly to Fairhaven’s Pheonix Trail’s 4.5 miles so you can bike, walk, or jog for over six miles on this flat, easy path.

THis day I think I did most of the Mattapoisett portion of the trail, but didnt make into onto the Phoenix trail


ww the rail trail-4.jpg

Sony A7iv 18mm F11 1/30 second ISO 100
Click here to view larger



As you can see its a nice wide and flat trail, I can see why it is very popular for people to walk or cuycle on, the only complaint i have seen online is there are not enogh car parking spots for it


ww the rail trail-3.jpg

Sony A7iv 18mm F11 1/10 second ISO 100
Click here to view larger



Being early morning initially i had it all to myself but as it got lighter walkers started arriving


ww the rail trail-2.jpg

Sony A7iv 18mm F11 1/25 second ISO 100
Click here to view larger


I poppe doff the trail for this shot on the beach


ww the rail trail.jpg

Sony A7iv 18mm F11 1/25 second ISO 100
Click here to view larger


Wednesday Walk is a challenge started by me, the idea is to get out for a short walk and get some shots of what you can see within a short distance of your home office or wherever you start. And this is my entry for this week, but first, let me explain the challenge.

This is my post for the Wednesday Walk challenge hosted by myself, let me first explain the guidelines

Try and get out once a week for a short walk, can be from your office, home or anywhere really and walk for a few blocks or a few minutes looking for things to get shots of.

Your walk does not have to be on a Wednesday I just ask if possible to share your walk photos on a Wednesday.

Try and get a few shots not just one

Add a bit of a write up about where you walked

Just one Wednesday Walk tagged post a week

You can look for anything in general or decide on one subject you want to get shots off.

Make a point of looking around and up and see what you can find to get shots of that otherwise you may miss

Do a post with the shots you get on a Wednesday and tag it with #wednesdaywalk, also if you happen to join, please leave a link to your post in a comment on this post and I will try and visit them all, especially if its not one of the first 5 tags or I may miss seeing it .

Following me and re-Hiving the post so more see it would be appreciated but isn't a rule just a suggestion.

I am not strict on these rules and hence why they are called guidelines and not rules

I will try and visit, and upvote all who take part in the Wednesday Walk.

I hope a few of you may find this an interesting challenge and decide to join in.

unless stated otherwise all photos used in my posts are taken and owned by myself, if you wish to use any of my images please contact me.

Wednesday walk footer.jpg

TEAMUSA JJ hive.jpg

Teamusa is a Community for and supporting those from of in the United States, and now is in the process of rebuilding stronger than ever join us on Discord



wednesdaywalk makemesmile photography phototalent photocircle proofofbrain vyb pimp leo
0
0
0.000
44 comments
avatar

Hello, dear friend @tattoodjay

You're admirable, how early you start your walks. Well, you have a very interesting incentive: seeing beautiful sunrises.

Excellent shots.

Have a beautiful day.

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

ineed catching a nice sunrise is a good motivation to head out early ;)

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

These pictures looks good 😊 and make refresh nice 👍

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Good morning, Mr. @tattoodjay

What beautiful places to visit early in the morning and see the beautiful sunrise.

What beautiful photographs.

Have a beautiful day.

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

👍🙂👍Thanks kindly your support is appreciated

Have a great day

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Beautiful sunrise photographs. It's too early for hiking. The good thing is that you enjoy what you're doing and capture these beautiful photographs with your camera. In my country, at 3 a.m., it's still totally dark. I go hiking starting at 5:30 a.m. Greetings from Venezuela.

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

yes not really safe when I first go out to taker hiking trails but I do love walks by the water

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Certainly sounds like there is some strange magnetic energy happening in that area! I was up at 3:30 this morning as well, but it was because my wife had to get on the road early to take care of some stuff. I would have preferred to sleep until 4:30!

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

MOst like sleeping in, but its just a habit I cannot get into lOL

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

I love the penultimate one. Excellent work as always.

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Thanks kindly your support is appreciated

Have a great day

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

So it was really an early morning for you. Luckily your wife knows you well enough not to get stressed to quickly...lol!

That place seems to have some effect on your batteries...lol.

As always, you took some stunning photos, @tattoodjay! Thank you for sharing them with us!

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Thanks I know its just a coincidence just funny it has happenned there lOL

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

It's a dream location, with those trees, the colour of the sky and the pond, a peaceful place to walk, relax and enjoy the scenery. It's true that 3:30 is very early, but that way you have the chance to see the world with no one else around. I'm glad you brought an extra battery and were able to take these beautiful photographs of a place that looks like it's from another planet.

I loved walking those paths imaginatively through your images. It was a beautiful walk, thank you very much!

I have picked this post on behalf of the @OurPick project! Check out our Reading Suggestions posts!

Comment Footer.jpg
Please consider voting for our Liotes HIVE Witness. Thank you!

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Up bright and early enjoying the longer hours, lovely area for photography being able to enjoy a walk with camera in hand.

!BEER

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

I do love my early morning walks i miss them in Winter

Cheers and !BEER

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

You must be luckier up north than us. We haven’t had a sunny day in almost two weeks now. I feel like I’m living in Seattle New Jersey.

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

well the last couple of days have bene grey and wet, but tomorrow looks better and they say next tuesday we will almost hit 100

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

it's been years since we had our boat moored in Mattapoisett. i knew the town well but this is the first time i have heard of the rail trail. if i ever go back i will definitely check it out

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Its a lovely area and the trail well worth checking out :)

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Absolutely beautiful sunrise pictures and what a wonderful place to have a walk. Keep taking advantage of the great weather to stay active. It really helps with overall health. Thank you for sharing and stay blessed :}

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Thanks and yes I am making the most of hte nice weaher and gettign outdoor walks in :)

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

You really know how to make a simple morning walk sound like an adventure! Nature, quiet trails, surprise dead batteries, and even a beach stop? Now that’s a good start to the day!

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

I try to make the most of the early morning on nice days and yes sometimes it doe send up an adventure ;)

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Gosh I love sunset so much, the pictures you've shared makes me more motivated to love it more.

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Thanks kindly your support is appreciated

Have a great day

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

😂 I figured if I went cycling around there, the cycle computer’s battery would give up on me... I’d end up having to buy another one.

And while it’s natural your wife worries, there’s true merit in getting up early; your photos speak for themselves.

0
0
0.000
Reply