~Rivers and Streams~
David Cavagnro
This little waterfall plunges down several hundred feet below the Steel bridge in Mason County. This picturesque waterfall isn't a leisure Sunday hike for the faint- of- heart. My wife and I climbed down backwards clinging to exposed roots, making sure each step was measured. On my way down, I was wondering if the risk was going to be worth it. Read the link below. ~Hiker Falls Dramatic Rescue~ http://so.co.mason.wa.us/index.php?aid=646
The lower Lewis River in late October The rocks were very slippery, with wet leaves up and down the river. My wife slipped and took a nasy fall near this edge. My heart just about stopped, until I realized she wasn't injured, aside from a large bruise on her her thigh, and more importantly, she didn't slip into the river.
Mammoth floods during the end of the last ice age more than 10,000 years ago created this unique landscape This is the Snake River about a quarter mile before it becomes Palouse Falls. I had taken many images of Palouse Falls, but wanted something different. My wife and I climbed down the steep trail to this view. Three years ago while going down the same trail I took a nasty fall and twisted my knee. After three weeks of limping around, I told myself that I would never attempt the same route. My wife talked me into trying it one more time. We were very careful taking our time, and had the view to ourselves.
Big Creek plunges 130 feet into the canyon below and begins its tumultuous descent to the Lewis River, in Southwest Washington. My friend noticed the Rainbow as we walked past a vantage point. I shot a few frames, and decided to use my longest zoon to capture three elements. The mossy rocks, the base of the falls, as well as the Rainbow.
A waterfall with a natural arch spanning its face is something that not many people will see in their lifetimes. Fortunately, here in Washington, we are privileged to have one in our backyard (the next closest being in Wyoming). Curly Creek Falls, in fact, has two natural arches spanning the falls; possibly one of only a handful on the entire planet able to make that claim. The last time I photographed Curly Creek Falls was 2003. The lighting was harsh and contrasty at that time, not the best for photography. On this visit in June 2010 the lighting was superb. I waited seven years to pay the falls a visit, and Mother Nature certainly blessed me. On a side note. I returned four months later in October, and the falls were bone dry. I also saw only one arch, and am guessing that the lower arch has broken off, which I didn't see in June due to the volume of water crashing over the top.
One of the many Waterfalls on the Lewis River in Southwest Washington. The Lewis River is a Treasure trove of beauty and certainly Nirvana for the photographer who loves capturing Waterfalls. This one minute exposure gives the image a dreamy silky look. Over the course of a one minute exposure the camera records movement that we cannot see with our own eyes. It is the expression of time, taken in a single image.
Snoqualmie Falls is one of Washington state's most popular scenic attractions. More than 1.5 million visitors come to the Falls every year. The Pacific Northwest had a terrific amount of rain a few days prior to this shot. The falls were roaring over the edge. It was hard to photograph because of the mist blowing into my camera lens. This was one of my keepers.