Nikon D-50 For Sale

Hey Folks-I am selling my Nikon D50 Kit.  It is a 6.1 Megapixel D- SLR.   Its been an amazing camera.  I am selling it because I have upgraded to a professional SLR.  I am looking for $650.00 or B.O.  All the gear is in great shape.  The screen on the back of the camera has some very light scratches, could be easily buffed out.  Lenses are in perfect condition as well as the rest of the camera body.

The Kit Includes:

Nikon D50 Body (All manuals, cables, software and battery charger included with original purchase)

Nikon 18-55mm  f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Lens

Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor

52 mm Precision UV Filter

3 SD Cards  2- 1 GB and 1- 2 GB

2 En-EL3a Nikon Camera Batteries

3 Learning Guides (Magic Lantern Guide, Blue Crane Movie, Nikon D50 Photography Foc

us Guide)

If you have any questions or would like to make an offer please contact me at d.schoppe@comcast.net

The Kindle

So here is a plug for the Kindle. I love to read when I have time. Currently its A&P, Microbiology and Ethics (good stuff). But at home I have one book shelf full of my fav books along with enough books to fill a 2nd shelf but they (the shelves) have been on back order so no shelf yet. So imagine the space that could be saved if I would have had the Kindle. Dont get me wrong, there is nothing like having a physical book. The way the pages smell, the texture. Its something that is irreplaceable. I have antique text books which are quite fun to read along with a vintage edgar allen poe among other old books. Its fun stuff to have, but for the books that you read once and then recycle. What a good deal, or for those that travel. It takes less then a minute to download a book. Sweet stuff!!

Jolly Rogers Conclusion

Erica and I finally got a chance to shoot together over this weekend. She got a good taste of whats its like being a sports photographer. Not quite what I had in mind for our first photo shoot together but she seemed to be having a good time and the shots I saw of hers were phenomenal! Shes really got a great eye! We had a great time catching up and I realized how much I miss her! Erica is one of my sisters best friends so we hung out some but not a ton, we worked together and lived near each other growing up. We never spent a ton of time together so i was a bit surprised to miss her, I think part of it is that whole time in my life. The day left me longing for a simpler time, but Erica and I both agreed we wouldn't want to be 18 again! She's one of those people who has a contagious smile. It lights up the room and shes not afraid to use it. Its amazing how many people forget to smile and enjoy the simple things in life. Its so refreshing to be around someone who has a great sense of humor and finds joy all around her! Not to mention holds her own when surrounded by 50 guys shes never met before. Thanks Erica! I cant wait to see your shots and schedule another outing. Next time you will have to pick the content.

So now that I got all sappy on you, here are some highlights from the final Jolly Rogers Downhill event:

Brrrr

Wow, Where did the time go. Its now September and under 70 outside. Yowza!! I started school again yesterday evening. Finally made it to St. Kates and spent over $400 on books. I am hoping to get into a creative photography class to learn some new techniques and get my art credit at the same time. That would be sweet. Probably a J Term goal.

This last weekend was my last hurrah for awhile. Andy and I went up to Maplelag for a long race weekend. We basically took a vacation with 150 of our close friends and acquaintances. Good Times had by all. I got to spend a few hours each day with my old friend Cannondale on some amazing tight singletrack.

I have my first engagement shoot coming up, as well as some senior pictures. Its going to be a great experience shooting something other then mountain bike racing. It makes me a little nervous though. I guess the first time is always a little scary though, isn't it? My weddings to date have turned out great so I think It will be an amazing experience and its with a great couple.

Since my last post there has been two MNSCS races:

The White Tail Ridge Border Battle between Wisconsin and MN. The Cheeseheads took the overall win but I think that's only because allot of the MN riders suffered mechanical. Heres the sweet trophy won by the winning state.

And, Maplelags Laddies Loppet, Here are some highlights from the weekend:

Here is the main lodge at Maplelag. Its a great place to hang out and play games, catch up with friends, and invade the bottomless cookie jars.

Stained Glass Window in Main Lodge

See..... No Bottom

The Lunch Box Collection.. Bring one up for Jim if you can

Lots of hours and good times spent in the dining room of Maplelag. They serve the food family style and its all quite delicious.

I don't know what they call this dessert but it is Awesome. The custard is key lime, then with the sweet raspberries and mint leaf it really is to die for!

The Horners laundry line. I just like this photo

Jenna Zander showing us how to ride the single track
D Swanson looking all pro during the Short Track on Saturday
Kyia Anderson showing us how to ride the lake side drops during the skills session
Jon Richards taking a break from hockey to show the citizen racers how its done
Jake Richards on Suicide Hill during Saturdays Time Trial

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Next Up. This Saturday is the Final Jolly Rogers Downhill Event.

Erica- If you read this and are up for some photo capturing you should join me this Saturday. Memorial Park in Redwing Race begins at 1 P.M. but I plan on being there by noon. Let me know.

Salsa 2-4 Highlights

Here are some 2-4 highlights: