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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Andrew2291 viewsA frequent hiker and Son-in-law atop a big rock at Rocky Fork.
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Just below Laurel Run Falls is this pretty cascade.2290 views
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Side view of Brogedn Falls2288 viewsSun a bit of a problem but, on a 55 degree day in Jaunary?
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Lost Falls 4 **2282 viewsAlabama Morning!
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Tall Swimming Hole2281 viewsTennessee State Parks list the falls as 256 ft. in height.

Note the two people resting after a swim. Gives you and idea of the height of the falls.
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ADF2277 viewsHis crew position is more like an instrument, Aviation Direction Finder. The reason for this title is his ability to rapidly ascend ridges I will only see from an aircraft, and find alternative trails when searching for "new" falls.

An excellent Woodsman I am fortunate to go waterfalling with.
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Quarry Falls-12277 viewsFrom the shoreline of Watauga Lake, Watauga, TN.

The falls is supplied by a Quarry just over the hill and out of sight. We have many springs and creeks in this area and this particular one is in a quarry.
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Melisa2276 viewsHiked with her and two other crew members to Gentry Creek Falls. Besides being a joy to be around she is a better hiker than I. Mel, you are always welcome to take the lead on my hikes.

She found the first Geocasche I have seen, up under the falls.
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Rocky Fork 62271 views
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Another Day2269 viewshardly any water flowing but, at least I had some cloud cover.
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A mere trickle in the Summer.2268 viewsOzone Falls, Ozone, TN.
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