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Uploaded by: dixiedaughter — Friday October 19, 2012 — Clarksville, TN (Current Weather Conditions)

It took days but we finally spotted a female bear and her cubs. We returned to the area daily to view them searching for acorns. A very exciting time for me having never captured a bear cub before. Cades Cove is an 11 mile valley surrounded by the Great Smoky Mountains.

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Categories: wild animals

Camera Type: Canon Rebel T2i


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Artist:	Photographer: Leslie Kirk
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1. trailhiker44 7:39 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
WOW- this is gorgeous, Leslie ! What excitement !!! Fantastic shot ! And such a lovely cub ! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: October 17, 2009 Comments: 38081

2. dixiedaughter 7:40 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Thank you Heidrun. We were worried we'd never find a bear (have visited the area twice before without even seeing one). We were delighted! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: January 15, 2010 Comments: 40522

3. katy99780 7:57 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Such a CUTIE! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: October 3, 2005 Comments: 20123

4. suzi46 8:07 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
where was Mama bear?? LOL..this is great Leslie!! :) AC congrats!! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: February 20, 2008 Comments: 9621

5. Mooween 8:18 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Real cute! But DON'T FIND YOURSELF BETWEEN MOM AND THE YOUNG ONES! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: October 30, 2004 Comments: 718

6. llpj04 8:23 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Yeah I was thinking the same thing and would have been quite nervous to see a baby bear, unless I was in my car! lol Leslie it is nice to see you back uploading! :) Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: July 10, 2010 Comments: 15787

7. dixiedaughter 8:24 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Thank you very much and thank you Approvers. I have some pics of momma bear and will post them. She was very near but looking for acorns. We were able to get way too close and should not have I know. Momma bear did growl and charge at us once but luckily wasn't too interested in hurting anyone. On this day, this was my best pic as they stayed in the shadows of the trees most of the time. Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: January 15, 2010 Comments: 40522

8. Wanda1948 8:31 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Wow! A beautiful little bear! Great capture, Leslie Congratulations! I welcome you back at WU! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: November 18, 2009 Comments: 61669

9. beanhead 8:35 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Sweetness! AC congrats! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: December 29, 2007 Comments: 24810

10. ChrisAnthemum 8:44 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Sure good to see you and Durward uploading again, Leslie! Congrats on the blue for this cute li'l fella! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: January 16, 2009 Comments: 24297

11. simmadownna 8:51 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
What a fantastic capture! Congrats on your newest blue, well earned! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: August 26, 2011 Comments: 297

12. WurzelDave 8:54 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Splendid shot & capture, congrats on the blue border. Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: November 23, 2008 Comments: 10868

13. evec 8:57 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
So cute, and lovely fall colors. Great capture. Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: December 14, 2011 Comments: 1601

14. gilg72 8:59 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Fantastic shot Leslie. Congrats on shooting your first Bear Cub! Congratulations on this Wonderful AC! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: June 5, 2010 Comments: 36659

15. Doesiedoats 8:59 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
How very exciting that must be, Leslie! It certainly would be for me. Very nicely captured. Congratulations on your AC. Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: September 27, 2007 Comments: 19574

16. dixiedaughter 9:02 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Thank you, I appreciate all the nice comments. It was very exciting and the adrenaline rush of fear added to that excitement. Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: January 15, 2010 Comments: 40522

17. dypepper 9:08 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Congrats on the AC, Leslie! Glad to see that you are as crazy as I am! We found a bear there and went bounding down through the woods for a closer look and photographs. Only much later, I realized how dangerous this was;-) Nice capture! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: December 11, 2007 Comments: 2389

18. retiredcowgirl8 9:10 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
I would love to capture something like this. I guess I have to get out more. She looks so sweet. Nice job. Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: June 28, 2012 Comments: 31

19. mellyweb 9:16 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Wow, this is a fantastic capture, Leslie! Glad you got this shot and remained safe! Congratulations! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: July 28, 2008 Comments: 18076

20. travelingrose 9:16 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Beautiful! Such a cute little cub and a beautiful Fall background too! Be careful out there though:) Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: May 4, 2009 Comments: 10757

21. westerner 9:44 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
I have been to Cades Cove years ago. A beautiful spot in the fall. But we saw no wildlife at all. Great shot of the little one. Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: July 5, 2008 Comments: 116

22. SVLover 10:24 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Great shot Leslie! the only thin I am more afraid of than a bear is a BABY bear. lol Moms are pretty mean. Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: October 29, 2006 Comments: 30506

23. catilac 10:28 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Leslie, you outdid yourself on this one!! OUTSTANDING shot and the lighting is perfect! The best EVER bear cub photo, Congratulations, well deserved! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: October 29, 2008 Comments: 42766

24. Biskitten 10:34 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
A shot for National Geographic for sure - AC congrats, Leslie! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: September 10, 2010 Comments: 25492

25. Luckystar 10:51 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Lovely capture, Leslie! 10! Congratulations on your AC!! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: November 25, 2007 Comments: 6860

26. calpoppy 11:03 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
Very, very nice! Perfect background. The cub looks nice and healthy, and able to go through the winter Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: February 18, 2008 Comments: 77

27. visionaire 11:30 PM GMT on October 25, 2012
I can imagine the excitement and the joy in watching and being able to capture them. You will want to keep the photos forever for the memory, but also for the exceptional photography. Congratulations! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: June 26, 2007 Comments: 1716

28. dixiedaughter 12:07 AM GMT on October 26, 2012
Thank you very much everyone. It is nice to have something to post with all my WU friends! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: January 15, 2010 Comments: 40522

29. nanapoo 12:28 AM GMT on October 26, 2012
WOW!!! Perfect capture! I so want to spot a bear!! AC Congrats Leslie! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: June 30, 2011 Comments: 17162

30. bird12 12:30 AM GMT on October 26, 2012
That's a nice wildCatch there... superShot ... Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: February 16, 2011 Comments: 6005

31. kristinarinell 12:42 AM GMT on October 26, 2012
awesome capture, Leslie! Lucky you :-) Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: November 21, 2009 Comments: 17241

32. Kennebunker 12:43 AM GMT on October 26, 2012
...speechless.....oh my, oh.....Leslie! This is amazing. Kudos, and AC congratulations to you! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: July 16, 2009 Comments: 23076

33. docshovel39 12:53 AM GMT on October 26, 2012
That's AWESOME Leslie ! Glad you got the pics - 10+ Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: October 22, 2010 Comments: 4682

34. Nikongranny 1:30 AM GMT on October 26, 2012
A great wildlife capture. Congratts and 10 from SW Iowa Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: June 22, 2010 Comments: 6157

35. Bluesmaster 1:38 AM GMT on October 26, 2012
Excellent capture Leslie, AC congrats! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: September 12, 2008 Comments: 15101

36. gardner48197 3:21 AM GMT on October 26, 2012
Wow, great to see a post from you, Leslie!!! And you sure came back with a bang, WOW!!! Congrats, and right into my favorites, 10+++ Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: January 25, 2010 Comments: 18241

37. RenoSoHill 3:33 AM GMT on October 26, 2012
Wonder Woman and her Bear Photos! Congratulations Leslie! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: December 12, 2009 Comments: 15201

38. trailhiker44 5:09 AM GMT on October 26, 2012
UPDATE: Huge CONGRATULATIONS, Leslie !!! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: October 17, 2009 Comments: 38081

39. dixiedaughter 7:47 AM GMT on October 26, 2012
Thank you all so much. I certainly have missed all my friends here at wu. It is nice to talk to so many of you and I am thrilled to have a photo to share! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: January 15, 2010 Comments: 40522

40. LovePix 11:07 AM GMT on October 26, 2012
Wonderful capture, Leslie. AC congrats! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: May 1, 2012 Comments: 1579

41. mieke 11:09 AM GMT on October 26, 2012
congratulations!!!!what a shot! Emmy Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: August 30, 2004 Comments: 1007

42. CalicoBass 12:38 PM GMT on October 26, 2012
Very beautiful capture Leslie, Congrats on your AC! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: February 1, 2009 Comments: 27134

43. tazphotogal 12:47 PM GMT on October 26, 2012
Leslie- He is soooo cute. Congrats on the AC. What a sweet looking little guy. I love bears, he is my favorite now, and my screen saver today. :0) thanks for sharing. Karen Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: December 29, 2010 Comments: 927

44. gatorgal 2:23 PM GMT on October 26, 2012
Wow, what a sweetie!! You two are busy ... glad to see you back! :) Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: September 9, 2003 Comments: 5558

45. springsun 2:38 PM GMT on October 26, 2012
Quite a shot ! It's sad the're just a few left... Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: February 27, 2011 Comments: 1600

46. emixam101 4:30 AM GMT on October 27, 2012
Lovely :) Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: June 10, 2006 Comments: 2899

47. dixiedaughter 5:38 PM GMT on October 27, 2012
Thank you and yes I thought she was a little cutie. Waited for hours for that shot :) Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: January 15, 2010 Comments: 40522

48. Montanalutefisk 8:29 PM GMT on February 08, 2013
Wonderful capture!!!!!! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: August 16, 2008 Comments: 889

49. dixiedaughter 3:52 AM GMT on February 09, 2013
Why thank you Jerry, so nice to hear from you!!! Action: Quote \| Ignore User Member Since: January 15, 2010 Comments: 40522

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About dixiedaughter

Hello, my name is Leslie. I borrowed my handle from my Tennessee Walking horse, Dixie's Daughter. I am a retired respiratory therapist and home care director. My interests include photography, genealogy, historical societies, reenacting (Revolutionary War, WBTS) horse rescue, and paranormal investigating. I am also a big believer in karma and try to live my life accordingly. My husband (AUphoto) and I have two houses, one is a country house on a farm and the other is on the outskirts of Montgomery on Lake Cameron. I enjoy this site very much and love traveling around the World with you each day to amazing places. I appreciate you looking at my photographs and I appreciate you posting yours. Answer to most common question is I only shoot one lens for everything: Canon 18-200 mm. ©Leslie Kirk, 2013 with Southern Comfort Photography, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, Pike Road, Alabama

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