Old Albatross

This site is dedicated to waterfalls, mountains, an old aviators memories, with lots of poetic liberties, some just plain made up, and interesting places to visit.

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Planes
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Random files - PLANES, TRAINS, CRITTERS AND ODD THINGS
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GREAT EGRET2512 viewsFound this long legged critter fishing at Madamausquette National Wildlife Refuge in North Carolina.
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Mule1965 viewsI was told if I kissed this mule a beautiful princess would be awakened........somebody lied.
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Grizzly1929 viewsThe bear, we were told it was a young Grizzly. was on Mt. Norquay above Banff, Alberta, Canada

It was eating grass right outside the car window. Never took the car out of gear. :)
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Pinnacle Lookout Tower2546 viewsPinnacle Lookout Tower occupies the spot where an old Fire Tower once stood and is visible from the town of Unicoi, TN.

There is a trail leading to the tower from I-26, Unicoi exit. Better take along some water and energy bars, you will need both.
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Gangway!2667 viewsAfter being flushed by crew members RAT and Bol'dar, old Sneaky here, took an uncontrolled slide down to the bottom of Chestnut Falls, where I was, unfortunately, located.

After a short dance session both Oldalbatross and snake were fine.
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Slim1935 viewsIf slim had been on the freeway instead of a bike way he would be known as a sail snake.

(sail snake: a snake that has been repeatedly run over until flat and dried. Then you can pick it up and sail it like boomerang.)

Not to worry, Slim is living large in Virginia and having a fresh tourist everyday.
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Answer no. 22000 viewsActually it is not a panther but, this cat greeted us when we checked in at Rock Island State Parks, TN.

After calming Lou's nerves the cat joined us for a wiener roast.
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Rock Island Park Buck1991 viewsWhen you visit Rock Island State Park, TN. drive slowly at night or you just may get a closer look at Buck Snort, pictured here, than you would like.

Last additions - PLANES, TRAINS, CRITTERS AND ODD THINGS
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Flare2738 viewsA Blue Bird with a straw in beak flares just before touch down on my Blue Bird box.Oct 16, 2013
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Cleared To Land2630 viewsSandhill Cranes on short final approach to Hiwassee National Wildlife Refuge near Cleveland, TN.Dec 08, 2012
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GREAT EGRET2512 viewsFound this long legged critter fishing at Madamausquette National Wildlife Refuge in North Carolina.Nov 18, 2012
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Pronghorns2558 viewsA pair of pronghorns at Brice Canyon, UTJul 13, 2012
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Northern Rough Winged Swallow2670 viewsDue to the easy access of the nest I will not disclose it's location.

I believe this to be as identified but, if you know it to be another bird please, let me know.
Jun 25, 2012
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Gangway!2667 viewsAfter being flushed by crew members RAT and Bol'dar, old Sneaky here, took an uncontrolled slide down to the bottom of Chestnut Falls, where I was, unfortunately, located.

After a short dance session both Oldalbatross and snake were fine.
Jun 14, 2012
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Jaws2493 viewsCoast Guard helicopter flying past the sulper structure of a docked ship near Fisherman's Warlf.Jan 29, 2012
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Starting Point2414 viewsThis is the view from the confluence of Nolichucky River and Devil's Creek. Upstream from here is the best waterfalling an oldalbatross can do.Dec 11, 2011