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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Not for everyone.2348 viewsGet in shape before trying this one. There was storm damage well before the 2011 tornado that hit the area and it is over logs and without a trail most of the way.

If you are in good physical shape this will be fun and check your resolve. But, hey, I am old so I SHOULD be tired.
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Early Fall2348 viewsThe rains still have not come to Margariette, making them rather dry.
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quarry Falls-32346 viewsI am using a circular polarizing filter and graduated filtering to get the lighting and coloring you see in this photo.
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Lower Wilderness2343 viewsSometimes I confuse myself! This is the lower part of Wilderness Falls and is followed by some pretty steep cascades to the trail below.
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OA WORLD2341 viewsIt's hard when friends want to see a particular waterfalls and one must put up with this blighted scene on the way in.

Some body has to be Oaldalbatross. :)
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Pine Ridge Falls2340 viewsAn easy hike up a well maintained trail. In the Clark Creek, TN area off TN HWY 107.

My second wild bear sighting while hiking. There is no photo because I would not hold still long enough for the bear to focus. :}


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Jones Rooster Tail2340 viewsStream hits a rock at the top of Jones Falls, creating a rooster tail.
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Jones Falls2339 views
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Rock Island Veil2338 viewsMost falls do not look like this but, this group of falls, with proper light, ared just plain fun to tinker with.
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Bailey Falls2330 viewsDave at Bailey Falls (taken by RAT 5-28-2011)
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Rocky Fork 62330 views
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