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The Switchback Trail64 viewsThe steep mountainside rises from the Hurricane Ridge road, topping out at the top of Klahhane Ridge. The name is apt - I lost count of the number of steep switchbacks the path made in cimbing 1480 feet in about 1.6 miles. That's common with some of the best trails in the Olympics - lots of elevation gain in a short distance, but most of the trails are in superb condition.
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Mid-August snow in the Tobacco Root Mtns of Montana72 viewsWe had been swimming in a small lake not far from this campsite the evening before this photo was taken. I noticed when I woke up the next morning that it was very quiet and very dark - surprising, since it was nearly 8 a.m. when I shook open the flap of the tent, heavy snow greeted me. We slipped and slid down the mountain and headed across the valley to the Pioneer Range on the other side of Dillon. There we were able to once more enjoy 70 degree temps and clear skies.
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Colorado River Camp at dusk59 viewsI rolled into the riverside camp right at dusk after an all-day's drive down from the Flaming Gorge reservoir in Wyoming. The BLM has a string of campgrounds along the Colorado River east of Moab, Utah, but I prefer the little primitive sites - they're a lot quieter and cleaner.
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Stream below Heart Lake54 viewsThe park service has made a valiant effort to restore the meadows around Heart Lake, and it seems that they're beginning to see some success. It's a beautiful place, but I wish it had been about 30 degrees cooler. I stayed there around the second week of September, during an un-seasonably warm spell.
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Lower Whitewater Falls144 viewsFrom about halfway up the Falls.
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The crossing70 viewsThis is the crossing over Kalanu Prong, not far from the Greenbrier Giant. The hemlocks that once kept much of the valley in deep shade now serve as bridges and hi-line walkways through the rhodo.
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Say what???56 viewsThis one gave me a start in Port Angeles early one morning. It's one of those deals when you look up, read something, look away - then, "whuttheheck???" Then I noticed the part of the sign hidden behind the post. In all fairness, the restaurant has a reputation for having some of the finest Chinese food on the Peninsula.
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On the way to Capers Island463 viewsThat's me on the Intracoastal Waterway, with the ferry crossing not far away. You can catch the ferry from the Isle of Palms to Capers Island and Bull Island. Bull Island is known for its population of red wolves, transplanted there years ago. They're doing very well, feasting on the abundant sea life and wildlife of the island.
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A shady way across the Chilhowee Mtns.213 viewsLeaving Tennessee after a weekend trip, I head out past Gretch and Paul's place, passing beneath the Foothills Parkway and dropping down into Happy Valley. It's a beautiful ride.Jul 13, 2008
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Hennessey in Cataloochee159 viewsA good way to spend a wet summer's day - bushwhack away from the fly-blown, chopped up trail in Cataloochee and kick back in the Hennessey to relax and listen to the rain come down. I have Brian to thank for getting me into summer bushwhacking - I doubt that I'll ever do some of the stuff that he enjoys - I have a deathly fear of poison oak - but so long as you watch your step, it's a great way to spend a cool day.Jul 13, 2008
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Slidin' Falls on the Cullasaja River 138 viewsDown in the Cullasaja Gorge, these falls near Highlands draw a big crowd on July 4th. Some folks chose to slide down the falls into the deep pool below. Choose the wrong line, and there is about a four foot drop onto the rocks near the bottom. Good fun all around!Jul 05, 2008
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Cullasaja Gorge leap of faith209 viewsThis popular swimming hole on the Culasaja River near Highlands, beside Hwy. 64, was packed with families enjoying the July 4th holiday. The jump from the cliff is about 20 feet into icy water. Some of the jumpers took a long, long time to take the leap.Jul 05, 2008
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Wayah Road138 viewsJuly 4th, great day to ride Hwy. 64 from Brevard to Franklin, and then cut across the Wayah Road to Nantahala. Terrific weather and light traffic. Doesn't get much better on a bike.Jul 05, 2008
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Selection of track casts176 viewsFrom the left - average sized griz track, bottom center is a grey wolf, and the top center and top right are black bear casts from the Great Smokies. The blackie tracks haven't been cleaned yet - after cleaning they will resemble the griz track in detail. Jul 02, 2008
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Carvers Gap near Roan Mtn.161 viewsA week or so early for the rhodo bloom, but it's still one of the most beautiful mountains in NC.Jun 10, 2008
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Mountain garden136 viewsI spotted this peaceful scene along the road between Hot Springs and Erwin, TN.Jun 10, 2008
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Camp on Capers Island602 viewsIt sounded like a cool thing to do - camp within a few feet of the pounding surf. Well, actually it was, but sleep was out of the question. It was loud! The logs scattered along the beach were tossed by the surf, crashing here and there with loud booms. I finally gave it up and went for a 1 a.m. walk south along the edge of the surf. I'm glad that I did. Ships waited just off the coast to enter the harbor in Charleston, looking like brightly lit cities at sea.
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Ghost Forest at Capers Island484 viewsHurricane Hugo did a number on Capers Island when it roared ashore in 1989. It hit with winds of 138 miles an hour and a 20 foot storm surge. It swamped a large area of forest, so that today, a ghostly forest rises from the surf at high tide.
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Sunrise on Capers Island468 viewsIf you go, be sure to get up in time to see the sunrise. It's a spectacular sight as the sun peeps through the ghost forest.
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On the way to Capers Island463 viewsThat's me on the Intracoastal Waterway, with the ferry crossing not far away. You can catch the ferry from the Isle of Palms to Capers Island and Bull Island. Bull Island is known for its population of red wolves, transplanted there years ago. They're doing very well, feasting on the abundant sea life and wildlife of the island.
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