Author Archives: Ron MacKay

Nikon D610

2014-03-11 After much research and thought, I decided to upgrade my gear ‘to the next level’. That meant a new Full-Frame camera body and some new FX lenses. As with many things involving technology, the ‘law of diminishing returns’ has … Continue reading

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PEI Biathlon 2014

2014-02-23 Over three days from Feb-21st to 23rd, I shot some of the action at the PEI Biathlon. The course is located in Brookvale, PEI and is just 1 km west of the downhill site. Here is the complete set … Continue reading

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PEI Winter Woodlot Tour 2014

2014-02-01 A great outdoor activity for all was this years PEI Winter Woodlot Tour that was held in Mayfield, PEI. (Not far from Cavendish) Here are some images I took at that event: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ronmackaypei/sets/72157640550681715/ For more information, see the Facebook … Continue reading

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Bar Harbor Harley Ride

2013-09-17 Our last big Harley ride was to Bar Harbor, Maine. An easy day ride from PEI with time left in the day for a run up Cadillac Mountain for 360 degree views of the Island, and a beautiful sunset. … Continue reading

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Harley Ride around Nfld

2013-07-17 The 2013 Regional Rally for the Harley Owners Group was held in St. John’s Newfoundland. The set shows our Harley ride from PEI to St. John’s via Argentia ferry then across the island to return via the Port-aux-Basques ferry. … Continue reading

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Harley Ride to Fundy Trail

2013-07-05 This summer Harley ride to St. Martins, NB included the scenic tour of the Fundy Trail. (The previous post was about St. Martin, Netherlands(Caribbean)) http://www.flickr.com/photos/ronmackaypei/sets/72157634501688427/ Here is more info about the Fundy Trail.  

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Sint Maarten Caribbean Vacation

2013-04-14  A favourite winter vacation spot is the Caribbean Island of Sint Maarten . This online album shows a few shots from our week at SXM. http://www.flickr.com/photos/ronmackaypei/sets/72157633313928794/

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Harley Ride to Valley of Fire

2013-04-02 The last set of our Las Vegas visit has pictures of our ride from Las Vegas to the Valley of Fire National Park.  We rented a Harley Electra-Glide motorcycle and had a thrilling ride through the park and back. … Continue reading

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Hoover Dam visit

2013-04-01 While the helicopter view of Hoover Dam was magnificent, it was just as exciting to see it from the ground. Pictures in this set include shots from the complete tour of the dam’s generating plant. http://www.flickr.com/photos/ronmackaypei/sets/72157633215521214/

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Las Vegas by Day and Night

2013-03-31  Another photo set has shots taken during the day in downtown Las Vegas. Certainly lots to see and do in Sin City. http://www.flickr.com/photos/ronmackaypei/sets/72157633208415135/ Just like day vs night, this other photo set highlights some of the night life in … Continue reading

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