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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

I don’t get out on the waterfront nearly as much as I used to, so I gotta take every opportunity for ship spotting. Also, anyone who claims trickle down economics has even a shred of validity needs to pay attention to these boxboats. #ships #california #bayarea #economics #norcal #travel #oakland

Photo of the COSCO England, at the port of Oakland last week.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I don’t normally post videos on here, but considering the news of the day: #startrek #trekkie #economy #economics #news

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

When you’re trying to make a Star Trek post and the algorithm tries to change the characters: #startrek #trekkie #scifi #algorithm #beyonce #bajor

Screenshot of me editing a post on TikTok, where it changes Cardiassians to Kardashians and Bajor to Beyoncé, it the best possible sentence.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

One of my favorite ranges in the basin & range region- Skedaddle. Also got a super cool geocache site at the summit to the right. I’ve even written a short story that took place in the shadow of these peaks. #photography #rural #california #norcal #outdoors #geocache #outdoors #canon #landscape

Photo of the Skedaddle mountains, in the basin & range region, with dark trees in the foreground.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

“Because it is close to us.” One of my favorite photographer challenges, getting clear moon shots handheld. Also, how have so many people in this country (U.S) just accepted corporations blaming workers/ wages for every failing of the ‘invisible hand?’ #photography #moon #economics #fyp #norcal

Photo of the last full moon, taken with a canon 60D, hand held.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Twisted desert trees; first time taking a real camera on a hike in a while— no regrets. Also, I think it’s safe to say that most people/ companies in the US talking about ‘excess regulation’ and capitalism, have never read Adam Smith. #photography #nature #california #norcal #economics #travel

Black and white photo of the details of the twisted wood grain in a long since dried out bull-sage (not sure that’s the scientific name). Taken during a hike last week, with a canon 60d.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

I really wish there was a way to fully divorce myself from all of these cowardly/ sycophantic tech companies? Beyond disappointed, to the point of disgust actually. They, more than any one of us, have the power to fight back, or at the very least, not normalize this nonsense (understatement) #sad

Picture of a clover from RWSP, in California, to brighten up the depressing post.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

I know it’s crazy hot out almost everywhere else in the northern hemisphere at the moment. But this chilly weather up here has me ready for Soup Mode! Also, happy to show off my favorite coffee mug, filled with hot spearmint tea. #california #norcal #fall #spookyseason #chilly #kurtvonnegut

Photo of my favorite Kurt Vonnegut coffee mug, with a mountain and clouds in the background.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

If you put out a distress call and the Borg answer, how do you respond? Asking for a friend. #startrek #trekkie #trektalk #scfi #theborg #borg #rescue #ships #photography *also, the image has nothing don’t with the post, beyond being of a ship, but I find they help when I add them.

Night photo from 2007, of an APL cargo ship in the port of Oakland.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

If you’re not completely outraged by everything going on in the US right now, you’re either a sycophant, coward or a moron. There is no 4th option. And for the life of me I can’t figure which of the three is worst. Also, here’s a picture of the smoke inspired sunset from the other day. #sunset

Picture of the sunset from other day, to offset how angry I am at the moment.😬😬😬

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

So, I’m just getting back from a round the country trip- with a side mission of checking out Lego stores. And this was maybe the coolest find (at Bricksville OKC): This place was awesome, highly recommend 10/10 #fyp #lego #travel #oklahoma #Bricksvilleokc #boardgame #independentstore #shoplocal

Detail photo of a custom Lego set from Beicksville OKC— called settlers of Bricktan.

Overall photo of a custom Lego set from Beicksville OKC— called settlers of Bricktan, alongside some custom lego keychains I picked up for our kids.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

B&W shot of the door at the top of Mount Tamalpais, in the Bay Area. #travel #photography #mounttam #bayarea #california #norcal

Black and white photo of the door at the top of Mount Tam.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Way back Wednesday. Wait, is that a thing? Anyway, to brighten things up during this dark twisted timeline, here’s a time lapse sunset: #fyp #sunset #california #bayarea #norcal #pacifica #ocean #sunsetvibes

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Older post, from a year ago- but the idea still stands, and now I have character art- thanks Alannah Lazaro!!! #indieauthor #writer #author #scifi #syfy #sciencefiction #writing

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Twenty two years of road trips later, looks like I still have a lot to see: #travel #roadtrip #adventure #explore

Photo of a map, filled in with lines covering all of the roads I’ve driven on over the last 22 years.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

I’ve appreciated the bright colors of the ONE ships since they first started showing up in Oakland. Definitely a sharp contrast with the water, tugs and port infrastructure. #photography #oakland #california #norcal #bayarea #eastbay #ships #logistics

Photo of a AmNav tug guiding a large ONE cargo ship into the Port of Oakland.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

I think the phasers in Star Trek could use a serious marketing adjustment. For those of us who struggle to fall asleep, the stun setting could be used as a great alternative to medication! Could even call them ‘self-care phasers.’ Just saying. #startrek #trekkie #trektalk #scifi #selfcare

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Annnnd this is why I’ll never believe in ‘trickle down’ economics. Most of those boxes are not coming here for the super rich. Also, I really like ships— just saying. #fyp #ships #economics #bayarea #california #norcal #photography #eastbay #maritime

Photo of the bright pink ONE cargo ship, MV Singapore, preparing to tie up at the port of Oakland, in California. With several tug boats assisting.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Some of my highlights from STLV! It’s amazing how awesome and cool the cast members are. Definitely worth the trip! #stlv #startrek #trekkie #trektalk #lasvegas #scifi

Photo of our convention crew with Jadzia Dax (Terri Farrell).

Photo of our convention crew with Stamets (Anthony Rapp), who I contend is an engineer, though he might disagree.

Photo with the omnipotent book vandalizer, and overall cool person, Q (John De Lancie).

Photo with two of the most versatile folks in the Star Trek universe— between the two of them, I can’t define to count how many characters they portray!

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Been on an extended away mission for the past several weeks, but did get to visit the Omega Mart last night. What an awesome place, the details just absolutely blew me away. Photographic evidence below: #lasvegas #travel #nevada #southwest #comedy #humor #photography #funny

Photo of a fake cleaning solution at the omega mart, in Las Vegas.

Photo of a fake dryer sheets at the omega mart, in Las Vegas.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Is this thing still on? Been a lot of travel over the last week. But finally made it to the Star Trek convention in Las Vegas. #startrek #trekkie #trektalk #lasvegas #q

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Texture picture of a mooring line faked out on the deck of a ship. #photography #texture #ships #canon #details #maritme

Detail photo of a section of mooring line faked out on the deck of a ship— with the tell tail (might be incorrect on the nomenclature) in the center.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Old bug & flower photo. I’ve always loved watching bugs navigate the world and gorge themselves on flowers! #photography #canon #flowers #flower #bug #yellow #macro #bugslife #smallthings

Photo of several small beetles gorging themselves in a yellow flower, with a blurred background.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Old ship spotting photos from the Golden Gate Bridge. For a long time this was my favorite place to camp out with a good camera and capture the marine traffic. Also, the north tower rules! #photography #california #ships #norcal #bayarea #goldengate #canon #sanfrancisco #travel #thecity #boats

Photo of a cargo ship sailing into the San Francisco Bay, taken a while ago, from the Golden Gate Bridge.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Describe yourself in three characters: Lucky me, I found them all in two pictures! #startrek #trekkie #trektalk #fyp

Screen shot from Star Trek, showing LTCDR Geordi LaForge and Sergey Rozhenko (Worf’s father) together.

Photo from of Lt B’Elanna Torres, from Star Trek Voyager.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

It’s fawn season up here in the high desert. #wildlife #california #norcal #deer #rural

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

One of my favorite photos from Ecuador. Since it’s been almost 20 years, I’m wondering if this lighthouse is still there, in Manta? #travel #photography #kodak #ecuador #manta #pacifc #ocean #southamerica

Photo of the lighthouse at the entrance to Manta, Ecuador. Taken in 2006.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Hanging out at my favorite book store, editing and signing copies of book 1 (hopefully). #fyp #indieauthor #writer #author #scifi #sciencefiction #bookstores #shoplocal #california #norcal #susanville #books

POV photo looking out over my manuscript and a stack of books, at Margie’s Book Nook, in Susanville California.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

This is Smokey, one of our neighbor’s cats, who has apparently annexed our porch. #fyp #cats #cat #norcal #ruralife #california

Photo of our neighbors cat, Smokey, who has annexed our porch.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Found this amazing little fort driving towards Isla Grande, in Panama. I believe it’s Fort San Lorenzo. #travel #adventure #canon #panama #ruins #photograhy #centralamerica #unesco

Photo of the ruins at Fort San Lorenzo, in Panama. Taken in 2007.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Trying to watch the Quails, while this guy was watching me. 😬😬 #cats #catlovers #ruralife #california #norcal #highdesert #fyp #cat

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Is this thing still on? Took a week off of Social Media to break the doom scrolling habit. Anyway, here’s a few shots from the Big Island in Hawaii— about 20 years ago. #travel #photography #hawaii #nature #kodak #islands #pacific #Hilo #country

Looking away from the water, somewhere near Hilo, on Hawaii’s big island.

Looking back down toward the water, somewhere near Hilo, on Hawaii’s big island.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Live book reading at my favorite independent book store- tomorrow 6:30pm EST and 3:30pm PST Margie’s Book Nook, in Susanville, CA #indieauthor #author #scifi #california #norcal #susanvilleca #lassen #indiebookstore #shoplocal #writer

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Some of my favorite ships in the world are NOAA ships, always love seeing them at the yard. #fyp #california #norcal #eastbay #bayarea #noaa #research #science #ships #shipyard #photography #maritime

NOAA ship Fairweather looking good after a fresh paint job and dry dock availability. Always loved this ship.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

It’s that season again. Thankful for the folks at CalFire for all they do for us! #photography #canon #california #cali #norcal #calfire #westcoast #ruralife #fireseason

Photo of the tail rotor from a CalFire helicopter. With hills and mountains in the background.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

TikTok live discussion tonight (disclaimer, I know TT is it the ideal platform or place anymore, or ever)) but with lack of other options, not sure where else to go. Anyway, yeah. #indieauthor #writer #scifi #fyp #author

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

It’s that time of year again, always so awesome to see the new fawns!! #deer #wildlife #animals #california #norcal #travel #rural #ruralife #bambi

Short video of a Doe and her new Fawn walking past as I sat on a bench reading. Solar panel seen in the background.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Heading in to town, for a book signing at Margie’s Book in Susanville, CA! #indieauthor #writer #scifi #author #scifi #california #norcal #books #susanville

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Trails through the Oakland hills, used to be one of my favorite hiking spots. Loved the tangled oaks. #hiking #travel #photography #norcal #california #bayarea #eastbay #oakland #nature #canon #trails

Lonely hiking trail in the Oakland hills of Northern California. With tangled oak trees overhead.

Lonely hiking trail in the Oakland hills of Northern California. Take in the spring with lush green plants alongside the trail.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

TBT- research vessels in dry dock. As a life long Trekkie, these were always my favorite to see and work on! #trekkie #fyp #ships #shipspotting #noaa #mbari #shipyard #research #california #norcal #bayarea #eastbay #alameda #science #maritime

Research vessel Western Flyer, formerly of the Monterrey Bay Aquarium and Research Institute (MBARI), in dry dock.

NOAA ship Rainier in dry dock, at sunrise.

NOAA ship Oscar Dyson, in dry dock on a foggy day.

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Chris @outer-rings.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Book signing this Saturday at my favorite book store in Californian. Margie’s Book Nook, in Susanville, CA. #indieauthor #writer #booksky #scifi #sciencefiction #author #indiebookatore

Photo of my holding a copy of my firsts science fiction novel, Outer Rings, book 1.

With overlay text announcing book signing event at Margie’s Book Nook, in Susanville, CA.

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