When I was asked by Canvas on Demand, if I was interested in reviewing their
product on FO, I was.
I had done one on my personal Site and was quite pleased with the outcome.
As in the previous review – I had free hands there were no conditions attached
to make things better as they really are – or anything like that.

The ordering procedure for the large Canvas Print was simple – and it came with
a surprise, too.
Other than in my first order – I didn’t mention the review. So it came as a real
surprise when I got a call, where a friendly young lady told me that the selected
format of 16″*20″ could be replaced without additional cost to 14″*24″ inch, to
prevent a crop of the image.

9 Days later I then received the large Canvas Print and I was pleased. Other than
in my first order where I ordered a color print, I opted for a toned B/W image.
More challenging for it had a very subtle Vignette that I wanted to see re-
produced perfectly.

And they did good! The Print really delivered.

So all in all a good experience – and affordable, too. A 16″x20″ print on the
frame is about $85 + shipping and that puts Canvas on Demand squarely
in the range of one of the most affordable Printers out there.
The Service is also good and very friendly.

Can I recommend Canvas on Demand for large canvas print ?
Yes – after having seen two examples, I can.

Disclaimer: I received the Canvas in exchange for my review free of charge.
There were no conditions towards a favorable outcome attached and this review
does mirror my experience and honest opinion.
I personally did not profit from this and the previous review –
both prints have been given away.

Date and Time: 5/10/10, all day

Location Name: Lake Louisa State Park

Day Rating: B

Special Encounters: Pileated Woodpecker, Great Crested Flycatcher, White-eyed Vireo

Report:

The Park is quiet at this time of the year, but there are a lot of non migrant songbirds around – morning/evening.
Saw the above and then some, heard: Eastern Meadowlark, Brown Trasher, Eastern Towhee and a lot more.
Many Dragonflies around as well, but slim pickings what Butterflies is concerned – their populations suffered severely
from the frost.

The water at Lake Luisa is as high as I have ever seen – so that’s a good thing, too.

submitted by: Klaus

Date and Time: 5/7-8/10, all day

Location Name: Fort de Soto Park

Day Rating: B

Special Encounters: A gorgeous place – and while the migrant songbirds didn’t show, we were treated by a lot of shorebirds. Whimbrel, Reddish Egret White Morph, Reddish Egret, Marbled Godwit, Shortbilled Dowitcher, Dunlin, Yellow Crowned Night Heron, Magnificent Frigatebird, American Oystercatcher, Black Skimmer and so much more. Friday was outstanding – Saturday not so much, since too many people were coming in.

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submitted by: Klaus

P.S.: It would have been a straight “A” Rating, if it were not for some of the recreational morons, that still are allowed in the park.
I’m not talking about sunbathers etc., but those who take Jetski’s into the lagoons, race along the beach or generally just give a damn, if they scare wildlife.

Date and Time: 5/9/10, 10-4

Location Name: Gatorland

Day Rating: A

Special Encounters: Just breathtaking activity. Babies to see from: Double Crested Cormorant, Tri-colored Heron, Great Egret, Woodstork, Common Moorhen, Green Heron, Limpkin, Snowy Egret and soon Cattle Egret. Alligator mating season is in full swing, too!

submitted by: Klaus

On May 15th Lake Louisa State Park will be the place to go!

The annual Nature Fest will take place!

The day’s activities and events will include guided nature walks for all ages, including discovery treks and butterfly walks, “Trucking the Trails”, beginning and moderate birding, and photographing nature.  Also included at Nature Fest are a variety of children’s activities as well as live bat and bird of prey presentations.  Refreshments will also be available for purchase at Nature Fest.

Pre-event adult-only (16 year-old age minimum) 2-hour guided bird and photographing nature walks will begin at 8:00am.  Both walks require pre-registration.  Space is limited, so please call 352-394-3969 to register (registration is on a first-call, first served basis and will close at 5:00pm on Friday, May 14, 2010).

Guided walks for all ages will be held throughout the day.  Sign-up will begin at 10:00am the day of the event.  Times for walks, talks, and rides are as follows (times and events subject to change):

10:15    Discovery Trek
10:20    Beginner Birding
10:25    Moderate Birding
10:30    Butterflies (ADA accessible)
10:40    Photographing Nature
11:00    “Truck the Trail”
11:30    Bat Chat
12:00    Discovery Trek
12:10    Beginner Birding
12:15    Moderate Birding
12:20    Butterflies (ADA accessible)
12:25    Photographing Nature
1:00    Bat Chat

Admission to Nature Fest is included in the regular park admission fee of $5 per vehicle (up to 8 people per vehicle, with each additional person incurring a fee of $2).  CLICK HERE for directions to Lake Louisa State Park.

More info on the LLSP Website.