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‘Akaka Falls, Hawaii & Cliff Climbing Goby
‘Akaka Falls on Kolekole Stream on the Big Island of Hawaii plunges 442 feet. ‘Akaka Falls may be one of the most remarkable waterfalls in the world. Not because of its impressive height nor natural splendor, but because of a tiny fish … Continue reading
Posted in Hawaii
Tagged Fish, Goby, Hawaii, Hiking, iPhoneography, Landscapes, Nature, Ocean, Travel, waterfalls, Wildlife
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Sitiptip Flat, Los Padres National Forest
The place. Note the white mineral deposit on its far side. “Our history is carried by word of mouth, but it’s anchored to the land. The old boys used to play a game: one of them would leave his cap on … Continue reading
Posted in Ventura
Tagged Backpacking, Camping, Hiking, Hiking (2), History, iPhoneography, Landscapes, Los Padres National Forest, Nature, Pics, Travel
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Goatfell Peak, Isle of Arran, Scotland
Goatfell Peak by silhouette from Brodick Bay. A view of Brodick Bay from the stony trail up to Goatfell Peak. Goatfell summit looking across at Cir Mhor or the “Great Comb.” (Properly pronounced here.) Blasted by a piercing wind, jacket and … Continue reading
Posted in Scotland
Tagged Goatfell Peak, Hiking, Hiking (2), iPhoneography, Isle of Arran, Landscapes, Nature, Photos, Pics, Scotland, Travel
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