Springtime in Oregon is a time of full rivers and waterfalls.
During spring’s high water flows, it is necessary to get wet to get a river-level view of Punchbowl Falls on Eagle Creek in Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Later in the year you can wade up further toward the falls. This spot is a 2-mile hike in from the trailhead (which is about 40 minutes drive east of Portland on I-84).
My past careers as science teacher and geologist mean that I can't help but teach about the natural history of photogenic places around the world. But photography is not forgotten. You'll also see practical tips about where and how to photograph the destinations. And once a week, Friday Foto Talk gives photography tips and how-to on a selected topic, for novices on up to expert.
What you won't find here is endless discussion about me braving dangerous weather, terrain or wild animals to get the shot. Nor will there be cheerleading gear talk or marketing pitches. I promise to leave that to other blogs, of which there are many.
Well worthy of a stand-alone photo. I like the rocks below the water surface.
Thank you for introducing beautiful parks, mountains, water falls… of Oregon!