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Scott Rockvam

@flowstatephoto.bsky.social

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Photography, snowboarding, hiking, MN Wild, MN United, kayaking, Pearl Jam, Gaslight Anthem, building science, LGBTQIA accomplice, climate & mental health advocate. Anti-fascist Antagonist Anti-AI slop Alright guy No unsolicited DM's

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Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 15h

Anyone else feel like we're living in the upside down world?

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Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 1d

It sure was that morning!

Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 2d

I've been driving by this spot for years thinking about how under the right conditions it would be perfect to photograph. Last week, when driving between two other spots those conditions lined up. I didn't spend a lot of time there but was able to get a few cool panoramics along with this shot.

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Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 2d

I love when the dappled autumn morning light shines through the fog like this.

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Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 3d

A few years old, but what a good time that trip was.

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Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 5d

Golden.

Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 5d

Always great to see!

Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 6d

If I could time a trip during peak fall colors in the mountains every year, I would.
Maybe I’ll just go to Wyoming to visit my nephew for his birthday every year like I did last year & go from there.
Seems reasonable to me.

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Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 6d

Oh Tahoe would be great!!! Depending on where in Colorado you still might be able to catch them. I’m not sure where they’re at for timing right now. Minnesota looked like it was going to be early and vibrant, but it got hot and really seems to have delayed & dulled the color. We’ll see this weekend!

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Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 7d

I’m not really feeling the fall colors so far this year. The couple of times I’ve tried to go out, I’ve just kinda felt uninspired. I hope it’s fleeting & I get over it before they’re finished. So, anyway here’s one from Utah last year.

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Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 8d

In history, and now more than ever it’s important to recognize, to acknowledge the mistakes of your ancestors & to do better in creating a more just, equitable society.

Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 8d

Today, we recognize the National Day For Truth & Reconciliation. It is a day to remember & honor the indigenous youth who never got to grow up. The ones who were taken & placed into boarding schools never to come home.

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Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 9d

The last few weeks, we have had a lot of fog & now a stretch of brilliant, clear, hot days, giving plenty of chances for other things. I'm looking forward to getting out with the camera as much as possible as the colors get better over the next couple of weeks!

Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 9d

I've managed to get myself a little bit behind on the photo editing front lately even though the fall colors near me have been rather unspectacular so far. I'm anticipating that by the weekend that will have changed, which is pretty normal timing around here.

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Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 12d

Don’t know if I’ll make it back here this fall or not. I’d sure like to, though.

Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 15d

I've shot this falls many times, but it's been a few years. Plus, I've never come away fully satisfied with a shot from there. I think that this is the best one I've done & I'm probably being too harsh of a critic of myself, but then again, shouldn't we all strive for improvement in our crafts?

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Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 15d

seems appropriate today:

“An escalator can never break down. It can only become stairs. You’ll never see an escalator out of order sign. Just escalator temporarily stairs. Sorry for the convenience.” - Mitch Hedberg

I loved Mitch. I still do, but I used to, too.

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Katie Drummond @katie-drummond.bsky.social · 16d

I love this profile of @katmabu.bsky.social from @knibbs.bsky.social for the WIRED politics issue.

"Her candidacy is one truly of the moment, not just enmeshed with but fueled by the collision between internet culture and mainstream politics."

She Fought the Far Right Online for Years. Now She Wants to Do It in Congress

Kat Abughazaleh, 26, made her name swatting down right-wing talking points on social media. Now she’s hoping internet fame can propel her to Congress.

www.wired.com

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The Onion @theonion.com · 15d

Returning Jesus Christ Downed By U.S. Missile Defense 30,000 Feet Before Making Landfall

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Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 16d

This morning after I had a cancellation at the doctor I went out for a paddle & as I unloaded the kayak I heard a loon call. I grabbed the camera and ventured in that direction. Soon after, I found the loon & waited only a few minutes before it danced. Perfect start to the day.

Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 16d

Equinox.

This is definitely a favorite from over the years from just northwest of Spearfish, SD.

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Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 16d

Farm Aid 40 was such an epic show. It felt so good to be in a crowd with so many other people knowing most of us were there for the right reasons, being in community, helping those in need & having a good time. We need this more than ever right now.

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Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 20d

Thanks! I think so too!

Scott Rockvam @flowstatephoto.bsky.social · 20d

I’ve shot a lot of loon photos this summer, but I really like this one.

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Rep. Katie Jones @repkatiejones.bsky.social · 21d

What’s hempcrete? Mix of hemp, a binder, & lime used as wall insulation & substrate.

Benefits?
- healthier homes (no off gassing from materials)
- sustainable, natural material
- grown in MN
- Econ. dev. opportunity

Shout out to the Lower Sioux -leaders in driving the use of hempcrete in MN!

Rep. Katie Jones @repkatiejones.bsky.social · 21d

Getting ready to talk hempcrete with @kare11.bsky.social ! #mnleg

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