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In July 1885, three teenage Hawaiian princes took a break from their boarding school, St. Mathew's Hall in San Mateo, and came to cool off in Santa Cruz, California. There, David Kawānanakoa, Edward Keliʻiahonui and Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole surfed the mouth of the San Lorenzo River on custom-shaped redwood boards, according to surf historians Kim Stoner and Geoff Dunn. In 1890, the pioneer in agricultural education John Wrightson reputedly became the first British surfer when instructed by two Hawaiian students at his college.
George Freeth (1883–1919) is often credited as being the "Father of Modern Surfing". He is thought to have been the first modern surfer.
In 1907, the eclectic interests of the land baron Henry E. Huntington brought surfing to the California coast. While on vacation, Huntington had seen Hawaiian boys surfing the island waves. Looking for a way to entice visitors to the area of Redondo Beach, where he had heavily invested in real estate, he hired a young Hawaiian to ride surfboards. George Freeth decided to revive the art of surfing, but had little success with the huge 500 cm (16 ft) hardwood boards that were popular at that time. When he cut them in half to make them more manageable, he created the original "Long board", which made him the talk of the islands. To the delight of visitors, Freeth exhibited his surfing skills twice a day in front of the Hotel Redondo. Another native Hawaiian, Duke Kahanamoku, spread surfing to both the U.S. and Australia, riding the waves after displaying the swimming prowess that won him Olympic gold medals in 1912 and 1920.
In 1975, a professional tour started. That year Margo Oberg became the first female professional surfer.
From the balmy shores of San Diego to the chilly waters of Northern California, the Golden State’s coastline offers the allure of perfect waves for every type of surfer. In August 2018, the state assembly voted overwhelmingly to enshrine surfing as California’s official sport. A new holiday was even created to commemorate the cowabunga-inspired moment—September 20 is California Surfing Day.
The gritstone tor known as the Druid's Stone on the south-eastern edge of Kinder Scout. In the background can be seen Win Hill (l) and Lose Hill (r) at the eastern entrance to Edale.
Photographed in Qatar
The Eurasian stone-curlew, Eurasian thick-knee, or simply stone-curlew (Burhinus oedicnemus).
The Eurasian stone curlew occurs throughout Europe, North Africa and southwestern Asia. It is a summer migrant in the more temperate European and Asian parts of its range, wintering in Africa. Although the species is of Least Concern, some populations are showing declines due to agricultural intensification. For example, a French population has declined with 26% over 14 years
A "fairy stone" discovered while walking in Mossneuk Wood on the Lochliboside Hills (location removed).
It was lying in the grass just off the path and just seemed such a nice wee object to find. It's still there I hope.
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Elevation 7,318 ft. GPS Coordinates: 40.24669, -111.92776
A view of valley in the distance from a mountain ridge that is near Utah Lake. I hiked from where I had parked the truck/ALU-CAB camper to get to this spot before sundown. To my surprise, I discovered a large alter made of flat rocks. Who knows how long it has been there... perhaps from the time of Noah? Adam and Eve? Because I was hiking alone, I was intent on making it back to my overland truck before sundown to avoid possible issues with wild animals (mountain lions, bears)... but I wish I had stayed longer.
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This wonderful old barn is actually made of stone which is uncommon even tho stones are VERY plentiful around here! This view is from across the river, so is the rear end of the building.
Rocking Stones, Crow Stones Edge, Howden Moors, Peak District UK
© 2018 Paul Newcombe. Don't use without permission.
Some seriously good light at sunset at the Rocking Stones on Crow Stones Edge. I almost went to Kinder Scout but decided I’d take one of my 25 chances a year to park at Slippery Stones to make the walk here half the distance it is normally.
Garden with colourful plants, shrubs and water features, created by eminent Japanese designer Shoji Nakahara in 1991 as part of the Japan Festival.
Perfectly manicured, the landscape garden’s waterfall quietly trickling is the only background noise you’ll hear. It’s easy to see why it made the list of most beautiful places in London.
The three-step waterfall symbolises mountains and deep gorges while the large pond depicts a vast ocean – a natural landscape in miniature form.
Traditional Japanese garden elements such as stone lanterns (Toro) and a stone wash basin (Tsukubai) are also present.
The nest is usually a bare rock and the colour merges with surroundings so well that it is difficult to make out the presence of the chick. The patterns on the body of the chick are wonderfully suited for the purpose.
Léa représente cette image romantique mais tragique de l’artiste “complètement stone” !
Sa musique est à la fois un moyen d’évasion et un cri du cœur et bien que son état puisse sembler fascinant pour certains, il soulève également des questions sur les dangers des excès dans le monde artistique !
La frontière entre la créativité et l’autodestruction est souvent mince pour ceux qui vivent intensément leur passion !
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Léa embodies the romantic but tragic image of the 'completely stoned' artist !
Her music is both an escape and a cry from the heart, and while her condition may be fascinating to some, it also raises questions about the dangers of excess in the artistic world !
The line between creativity and self-destruction is often a thin one for those who live their passion intensely !
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Watercourse
I’m guessing that the two stone slabs are bridging the gap over the stream of water. Maybe there if the need arises to get into it.
Seen on a walk that me and Herb took in Stacksteads. They made some disused railway tracks into a pleasant walkway and bridleway.
The stream would have gone under the old railway tracks.
Stacksteads
Lancashire
Everything on this croft was built of stone the wee sheds and the house and the byre built to last of course
Sentinel of Stone stands as a striking testament to the power of time and erosion. This lone white hoodoo, set against the fiery backdrop of Bryce Canyon’s iconic amphitheater, commands attention with its stark contrast and elegant form. Carved by the forces of nature, it rises like a silent guardian, watching over the ever-changing landscape. The interplay of light and shadow enhances the textures and colors, making this scene a captivating glimpse into the geological artistry of the Southwest.
A celebrated visitor from the Southeast, wearing tuxedo dress paying homage to the Southern-controlled Savannah & Atlanta Railroad, finds itself in unfamiliar territory on former Q rails in Illinois heading up BNSF freight train H NSINTW1 06A recently interchanged off the NS in Chicago and framed along the platform of the Stone Avenue Metra station--the most prominent and iconic fixture of La Grange's West End since its stone arches were erected by the Q at the start of the 20th Century.