Welcome to the world famous Columbia River Gorge! We hope that you enjoyed your hike and waterfall tour. Our day was filled with "postcard" and "calendar" worthy scenery.
All of you have similar sites in your home regions. Tell us about one of your natural or cultural attractions that visitors come to see. Please include any links to the site that we might enjoy!
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The Larch Mountain Trail reminded me very much of the mountains of north Georgia. Georgia also has high peaks, waterfalls, mountain trails and berry-picking along the way. Of course, the tree species are different but the feel of the woods is quite similar. If you don't believe me, check out the following (or, better yet, come to Georgia and go hiking!):
http://www.gastateparks.org/info/amicalola/
or
http://www.gastateparks.org/net/go/parks.aspx?LocationID=46&s=0.0.1.5
Georgia is also the start of the Appalachian Trail (AT) which is a hiking trail that runs from Georgia to Maine (you can come see me and then hike to Jim's house!). Our hike today was similar to hiking on the Georgia parts of the AT. You can find out more about the AT at:
http://georgiatrails.com/features/apptrail.html
Enjoy!
In Wallowa County, Oregon, we consider ourselves pretty lucky to have such an amazing natural landscape rich with diverse attractions. One of my favorite spots is Wallowa Lake, a glacially carved natural lake with picture-prefect morraines surrounding it on 3 sides. The lateral (side) morraines are nearly 700 to 800 feet high and create an impressive ampitheatre-like framing to the lake.
The lake itself is roughly 280 feet deep, approx. five miles long and 1 mile wide. It rarely freezes over anymore, but this last winter, it froze enough so folks in the community were ice-skating and frolicking on the ice for a few days. A few years ago, a couple community members didn't wait for it to freeze in the summer to ride their snow-mobiles across. One made it the 5 miles across...and 1 did not.
Louisiana has no waterfalls or mountains, but we do have some exceptional natural beauty. My favorite spot to visit is the Atchafalaya Basin (say Ahh-chaf- ahh-lie-ahh). This is one of the few areas in LA that has some "old growth" cypress swamp. Many areas are relatively pristine due to the fact that it is relatively remote and not many people like the swamp (I, however, think the swamp is beautiful!) (http://www.mvn.usace.army.mil/recreation/Recreation_Sites_Atchafalaya.asp)
Another hidden treasure in LA is the Kisatchie (Kiss-at-chee) National Forest. It is the only national forest in Louisiana and has some absolutely breath taking scenery. You can also find the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker in Kisatchie. (http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/kisatchie/index.html)
Anonymous is Sheryl!! Sorry guys... its been a long day.
One area in Victoria that has iconic status among bushwalkers is Wilson's Prom. Although not at all similar to the Larch Mountain Trail, it is a breathtaking and very special place and one of my favourite places in the world. In 2005 a sigificant area of the 'Prom', as it is known, was burned by a large fire that resulted from an escaped planned burn. Although there was considerable outrage, lack of fire was a big issue and the regrowth is spectacular.Information about the prom http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au/1park_display.cfm?park=217
I have been to Multnomah Falls several times, but this is the first time I have hiked down the Larch Mountain trail, following the increasingly larger stream to the point where it actually becomes Multnomah Falls! What a great way to spend an afternoon, walking through a beautiful old growth forest, with diverse understory and some amazing ancient trees, eating a few berries along the way....
It reminded me of Silver Falls State Park, closer to my Willamette Valley home, located about 24 miles east of Salem, Oregon. It is the largest state park in Oregon (8700 acres) and it has a great trail network that includes the Trail of Ten Falls. The trails also wind through lush forest and come upon a series of waterfalls, passing behind the curtain of water. My favorite is South Falls, the tallest at 177 feet, with an overhanging roof that makes me imagine living there with a warm fire to ward off the damp chill.
You can see photos and trail maps and learn about the history of Silver Falls Park at: http://www.oregon.com/hiking/silver_falls.cfm or www.salemoregon.com/silverfallsstatepark/
One other good spot where you can download a trail map and bird list for Silver Falls and learn about the geology and history is http://www.oregonstateparks.org/park_211.php
Did you know that the Columbia River used to run through this area and reached the coast at Newport, but repeated volcanic eruptions and lava flows pushed the river north to the location where we are today?
I enjoyed the "Old Growth" forest in Larch today, four-hour hiking along 6-mile trail. I found everything for a healthy ecosystem inside this wonderful Douglas fir forest, from huge trees to snags, debris, young trees, and shrubs, grass whatever, also, trees make the forest having a special microclate via its adjusting fuction.In China, we do have some Old-growth forests, but not as much as I wish, Most of them distribute in remote area. So restoring forest ecosystem is an ongoing duty for us but also the entire humans.
If you are interesterested in China's attraction and culture, I have a weblink for you. http://www.travelchinaguide.com/
In Wakulla County, Florida, visitors and residents enjoy Wakulla Springs. Wakulla Springs is one of the largest, deepest freshwater springs in the world. People enjoy the boat ride down the Wakulla River. Seeing the waterfalls on Larch Mountain reminded me of the unique water features back home.
Larch Mountain trail was a real surprise for me. To see such beautiful forests so close to Portland is very special. In my region of Australia, a popular local natural location is Yarrangabilly caves. This site hosts a number of cave attractions including self guided cave tours and the beautiful Yarrangabilly river.
Wow, well you all have seen/ are seeing my corner of the world. Another great place to go is our Oregon coast. There is no development on the beach so it is avaible for all to enjoy. This is not the case in Washington and California.
Hey Guys!!!
I loved the Larch Mountain Trail!!
I would like that you visit my Motherland!!! There a lot beautiful waterfall, forests, trail and very friendly people!!!
In my State (Parana), there 2 places that will be unforgettable for you:
- Canyon Guartela:
www.terraeasfalto.com.br/destinos/guartela
- Cataratas de Foz do Iguacu:
www.h2foz.com.br
Let's go!!!
1. In Northeast Oregon, the major natural disturbance that we are experiencing are fires. This region and other areas across the western United States have been in a severe drought cycle since 1998. This dry season is only adding "fuel to the fire". Our snow pack this year was approx. 60% of our average snow pack, resulting in a low water year so far. Rainfall this spring was very low and most plants bloomed nearly a month ahead of schedule. The undammed rivers in our region are flowing at typically mid-August levels in mid-July. The rest of the summer and fall will be interesting.
2. Honestly, I have not lived through a major disturbance event. My father's house did burn down when I was 13 years old, but I was not there and it did not affect an entire community. While everyone was safe, I did witness how devastating it was for my Dad and step-family to deal with the aftermath. Visiting Mt St Helens yesterday, it continually hit home to me how fortunate so many people were that it blew when it did (on a quiet Sunday morning).
There is nothing like the Larch Mountain trail in Wyoming, especially when you consider scope! There are places, however, that you can get lost in pretty easily if you are not careful. One of my favorites is the Wind River Mountain Range which includes the Bridger-Teton Wilderness area. It is not densely forested like Larch, but some areas above the tree line are as massive in scope. We have gone backpacking in that remote area, and it is common to travel for 5 or 6 days and not see a single sole. We have discovered this type of isolation to be a good test of one's marriage! :)
I have never seen a disaster like Mt. St. helen erruption before. Ihe video shocked and impressed me strongly. Anther thing is about forest restoration, it is too early to estimate which strategy is better between natural procession and man's promotion.It seems both them are reasonable.
In Northeastern China, there is an old volcano called Changbai Mountain which is quiet but very beautiful, wishing you have chance to visit it.
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The little mermaide is one og the largest turist atractions in Danmark.
http://hjem.get2net.dk/OSJ_INDEX/hybenrose/havfruen/eng/mermaid.htm
A place that I like to go very neer my home is a big grave from the stoneage called Oem Jaettestue. You will finde a picture here:
http://www.megalitgrav.dk/
You'll find a discribtion in english here:
http://www.gsg.dk/desti/desti_pdf/uk/Desti_2007_GB_1215.pdf
Eva
Tourism based in nature is pretty common in Mexico. Although facilities are not also the best. A place similar (maybe not a lot) is the monarch butterfly reservation--this is just oone and I am mentioning it because I am working there but there are a lot like this. Troubles that we are facing around this site have a heavy social component. This is the link in case you want to have a look.
The monarch:
http://www.kidzone.ws/animals/monarch_butterfly.htm
http://www.surf-mexico.com/states/Michoacan/monarchs/index.html
We are working with them:
http://www.learner.org/jnorth/sm/monarch9899/cerroprietoA.html
One of my favorite places in Colombia is Gorgona island in the pacific ocean. The island haven't been colonized by humans for hundreds of years, except for a period in which the Colombian government eestablished a prison in one part of the island. The prison was dismantled and now only has a few buildings to host tourist and scientists. It's a great place to learn about old-growth undisturbed tropical forests.
If you need more info here's a web site:
http://coastal.er.usgs.gov/coasts-colombia/pacific/gorgona.html
We have many beautiful places in Maine. One of the special places near my home that is not on any "attraction maps" is the Sheepskin Bog. It is a true "bouncy bog" where you are walking on a very thick floating mat of sphagnum moss. It has wild cranberries, carnivorous plants (pitcher plants, sundew, and bladderwort), cotton grass and minature spruce trees. It is also surrounded by high bush blueberries.. yumm..
We also have numerous waterfalls nearby.. Screw Auger Falls, and Snow Falls. We are near the White Mountain National Forest and the Appalacian Trail
Come and see me and we will show you places from the ocean to the mountains.
Although Lithuania hasn’t so impressive waterfalls and is relatively small country there are many beautiful places to visit and enjoy the beauty of nature. There are four most famous and World wide recognized sites:
1. Old City Vilnius, http://www.vsaa.lt/strat/vilnius2/gb/1/izanga2.htm
2. The Curonian Spit, http://www.nerija.lt/en/
2. Trakai Castle, http://www.vilnius-hotels.net/guide/sights-trakai.htm
3. Mounds of Kernave, http://www.indigital.lt/mounds-in-Kernave-fotos-6
These sites were added to UNESCO (http://whc.unesco.org/) World Heritage List and are highly recommended to tourists to visit because of their unique beauty.
We have great state parks where you can rent Yurts or small cabins (several of us talked about this). I makes is possible for all people to visit the coast not just those with money.
Check it out:
http://www.oregon.gov/OPRD/PARKS/
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