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Went on a late afternoon hike with Matt and snapped a photo of popular climbing spot on the other side of the trail near Eldorado.
I recently found some Kodachrome transparencies I took with my Pentax P30N on holiday in Cornwall, June 1991.
In geography and geology, a cliff is a significant vertical, or near vertical, rock exposure. Cliffs are formed as erosion landforms due to the processes of erosion and weathering that produce them. Cliffs are common on coasts, in mountainous areas, escarpments and along rivers. Cliffs are usually formed by rock that is resistant to erosion and weathering. Sedimentary rocks are most likely to form sandstone, limestone, chalk, and dolomite. Igneous rocks, such as granite and basalt also often form cliffs.
An escarpment (or scarp) is a type of cliff, formed by the movement of a geologic fault, or a landslide.
Most cliffs have some form of scree slope at their base. In arid areas or under high cliffs, these are generally exposed jumbles of fallen rock. In areas of higher moisture, a soil slope may obscure the talus. Many cliffs also feature tributary waterfalls or rock shelters. Sometimes a cliff peters out at the end of a ridge, with tea tables or other types of rock columns remaining.
The Ordnance Survey distinguishes between cliffs (continuous line along the top edge with projections down the face) and outcrops (continuous lines along lower edge).
Suisun Marsh was beautiful this morning. A walk at sunrise on the little Hill Slough trail provided views of Suisun Hill, Hill Slough and the surrounding area bathed in glorious sparkling light. I also took particular note of a colony of Cliff Swallows nesting under the bridge. I have yet to capture a sharp image of one of these swift little creatures, but I did manage this somewhat blurry shot taken from an awkward angle of a single bird perched on one of their interesting nests. I’d like a better view -- I wonder if I should invest in some hip waders?
Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/PMG/PESTNOTES/pn7482.html
Barn and cliff swallows build mud nests attached to buildings and other structures, a habit that sometimes puts them into conflict with people. This is particularly true of the cliff swallow—the swallow of San Juan Capistrano—which nests in large colonies of up to several hundred pairs.
Swallows feed on insects and spend a large part of each day in the air catching flies, beetles, and mosquitoes. Their long, pointed wings give them great speed and maneuverability. Cliff swallows are found throughout California, except in high mountains and the dry southeastern desert. Four basic conditions are found at all cliff swallow colonies: (1) an open habitat for foraging; (2) a vertical surface beneath an overhang for attaching the nest; (3) a supply of mud that has the proper consistency for nest building; and (4) a body of fresh water for drinking.
Cliff swallows arrive at nest colonies in successive waves. A definite homing tendency exists among adults that previously nested at a colony. These birds are the first to return, followed by adults who bred at other colonies in previous years and by young birds who have not yet bred. The younger birds include individuals not born at the selected colony. In addition to their homing tendency, breeding swallows are attracted to old nests. Under suitable conditions, a nest is quite durable and can be used in successive years. Old nests are usually claimed on the first day of arrival, although probably not by the original makers. Dilapidated nests are quickly occupied and repaired.
Cliff swallow nests are gourd-shaped enclosed structures built of mud pellets, consisting primarily of sand with smaller amounts of silt and clay. The nest is cemented with mud under the eave of a building, bridge, or other vertical surface. Usually the first nests are located at the highest point possible with subsequent nests attached below it, forming a dense cluster. Both sexes construct the nest, proceeding slowly to allow the mud to dry and harden. Depending on mud supply and weather, nest construction takes 1 to 2 weeks. Mud is collected at ponds, puddles, ditches, and other sites up to one-half mile away, with many birds using the same mud source. A typical nest contains 1,000 to 1,400 mud pellets, each representing one trip to and from the nest.
My aim was to walk along the shoreline and under the bridge. But having walked from the beach at Coalcliff, I hit a snag!
Rock ledge turned to cliff face and a drop of 50 feet or so. Next time I will jump the fence and climb down the embankment just to the right of frame.
The Sea Cliff Bridge is a balanced cantilever bridge located in the northern Illawarra region of New South Wales, Australia. The $52 million bridge links the coastal villages of Coalcliff and Clifton. Featuring two lanes of traffic, a cycleway and a walkway, the Sea Cliff Bridge boasts spectacular views and is a feature of the scenic Lawrence Hargrave Drive.
The Sea Cliff Bridge replaced a section of Lawrence Hargrave Drive that was permanently closed in August 2003 due to regular rock falls. A public outcry emerged over the road closure as Lawrence Hargrave Drive is the only road directly linking Coalcliff, Stanwell Park, Otford and Helensburgh to the northern suburbs of Wollongong. The bridge was officially opened by NSW Premier Morris Iemma at a 'ribbon cutting' ceremony on 11 December 2005, and has met with great public approval and increased business for the area's tourism industry.
The Sea Cliff Bridge was named by 11 Year old schoolgirl Makenzie Russell (St. Brigids) following a naming competition opened to local primary school students.
The Sea Cliff Bridge is one of only seven off-shore parallel to coast bridges in the world.[citation needed]
The Sea Cliff Bridge has been featured in a joint 2007 Ferrari/Shell Fuel television advert that was shown in many countries around the world including Australia. The television advert featured a Ferrari Formula 1 car being driven along the bridge at high speed. This was one of many times the bridge has been used in a television advert.
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Dunnottar Castle
a wee bit of history 4U... In 1651 Oliver Cromwell`s army besieged the castle. Dunnottar was eventually taken in 1652, but the royalists saved the crown jewels of Scotland by lowering them over the side of the cliff in a basket. The crown, sceptre and sword were likely collected by a woman pretending to gather seaweed, and stored within a fishing creel. The local minister then buried the `Honours of Scotland` in his churchyard until the restoration of the monarchy in 1660.
Oh yeah... and when Mel Gibson played Hamlet there, it is rumoured that pamelaadam was lurking therabouts ;-)
Cliffs of Moher, Co. Clare, Irland, 2006
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Die Cliffs of Moher bilden eine Steilküste im County Clare. Hier geht es teilweise 120m senkrecht in die Tiefe. Direkt am Abgrund verläuft ein kilometerlanger Wanderweg. Hier ist bei starkem Wind zwar Vorsicht angesagt, dafür wird man aber mit einer atemberaubenden Aussicht belohnt.
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The Cliffs of Moher form a cliff in County Clare. Here it is partly 120m vertically in the depth. Directly on the abyss runs a kilometer-long hiking trail. Here, caution is warranted in strong winds, but you will be rewarded with a breathtaking view.
Located on the Colorado Plateau in northern Arizona, Vermilion Cliffs National Monument includes the Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness. The Monument borders Kaibab National Forest to the west and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area to the east.
This remote and unspoiled, 280,000-acre Monument is a geologic treasure, containing a variety of diverse landscapes from the Paria Plateau, Vermilion Cliffs, Coyote Buttes, and Paria Canyon. Elevations range from 3,100 to 7,100 feet.
Visitors will enjoy scenic views of towering cliffs and deep canyons. Paria Canyon offers an outstanding three to five day wilderness backpacking experience. The colorful swirls of cross-bedded sandstone in Coyote Buttes are an international hiking destination. There are also opportunities to view wildlife, including California condors. There are two developed campgrounds just outside the Monument: Stateline and White House. Dispersed camping is allowed outside the wilderness area in previously disturbed areas.
A permit is required for hiking in Coyote Buttes North (the Wave), Coyote Buttes South, and for overnight trips within Paria Canyon.
Learn more at: www.blm.gov/az/st/en/prog/blm_special_areas/natmon/vermil...
Photo: Bob Wick, BLM California
(Water guzzler hike)
Shortly after turning off of the main road (San Juan County Road 142, incorrectly called "Potash Road"), Jim and I had this view od the road ahead. Not long after this we crossed a dry wash. Th \e old mining road to the water guzzler is somewhere on the cliffs, ascending leftward.
Sutro Baths was on "fire" by the water reflection. I added the 6 star filter to make the picture little bit more dramatic of the street lamp. Do you like this idea? I do like your input and suggest of this star filter add on.
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Balangan's beautiful beaches and crystal clear water which is only good for surfing as a bed of sharp limestone rock is prevalent along the beach.
Located on the Colorado Plateau in northern Arizona, Vermilion Cliffs National Monument includes the Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness. The Monument borders Kaibab National Forest to the west and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area to the east.
This remote and unspoiled, 280,000-acre Monument is a geologic treasure, containing a variety of diverse landscapes from the Paria Plateau, Vermilion Cliffs, Coyote Buttes, and Paria Canyon. Elevations range from 3,100 to 7,100 feet.
Visitors will enjoy scenic views of towering cliffs and deep canyons. Paria Canyon offers an outstanding three to five day wilderness backpacking experience. The colorful swirls of cross-bedded sandstone in Coyote Buttes are an international hiking destination. There are also opportunities to view wildlife, including California condors. There are two developed campgrounds just outside the Monument: Stateline and White House. Dispersed camping is allowed outside the wilderness area in previously disturbed areas.
A permit is required for hiking in Coyote Buttes North (the Wave), Coyote Buttes South, and for overnight trips within Paria Canyon.
Learn more at: www.blm.gov/az/st/en/prog/blm_special_areas/natmon/vermil...
Photo: Bob Wick, BLM California