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Watery Wednesday #46
Posted by Stephany on July 28, 2009
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| One of my favorite spots to relax is McGalliard Falls in Valdese, North Carolina. I enjoy sitting on the rocks in McGalliard Creek and watching the water rushing over the 40 foot drop to the base of the falls. | ||
| Every year, in early June, the town of Valdese stocks the creek above the falls with 1200 rainbow trout and hosts a fishing tournament for kids under 15 and seniors 55 and older. Trophies are awarded for catching the most fish in each age group. At noon, they grill hotdogs and have a fish fry for the families. | ||
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3:59 pm on July 28th, 2009
Wow, lovely cascading waters flowing. A great relaxing place. Gotta try fishing, never done this.
P.S. Got my open ID.
4:08 pm on July 28th, 2009
That looks so inviting. It’s a very beautiful scene.
4:12 pm on July 28th, 2009
What a BEAUTIFUL waterfall … one that I’d love to sit beside for sure ;–)
Hugs and blessings,
4:20 pm on July 28th, 2009
Truly stunning!!!
And so calming to look at :)
It is something magic about water, that’s for sure!
You’re gifted!!
Have a great wednesday :)
Anna
5:52 pm on July 28th, 2009
Good one.
Sydney – City and Suburbs
6:14 pm on July 28th, 2009
This is a delightful spot, I can see why you enjoy it so much.
11:15 pm on July 28th, 2009
This is a beautiful shot!
I so would love sitting there – I’ll bring the iced tea. :)
To answer your question on my WW – my house is gray and you’ve seen hints of it in my photos but no, the one in my post by the river isn’t mine. I took the photo from an old fort way above the river looking down and across the Ohio River. What you see is the Ohio side of the river.
11:20 pm on July 28th, 2009
This is a wonderful waterfall photo. A lovely place to visit too.
Spirithelpers
12:14 am on July 29th, 2009
The fishing event sounds like so much fun and this photo is fabulous. We have seen a swim meet in Valdese but never seen this view!
3:18 am on July 29th, 2009
Fantastic!
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6:09 am on July 29th, 2009
That fishing day has a wonderful community feel to it, Stephany. I love the flavour of fried/grilled rainbow trout. They are plentiful in our southern state, Tasmania.
Your photograph is a delight – although maybe not a calming experience. I am so pleased we are back in contact.
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9:19 am on July 29th, 2009
Oh, now, I haven’t been to a fish fry in ages! I’d love to go to one – My dad used to have one several times each summer, but we just haven’t had one recently.
Your photo is absolutely gorgeous! It reminds me of a place near my parent’s farm.
Have a wonderful week!
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9:21 am on July 29th, 2009
Magnificent photo. Thank you for sharing. I would love to sit there and listen to the falls!
Mine is here
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10:47 am on July 29th, 2009
pretty falls, pretty spot!
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3:49 pm on July 29th, 2009
Mmm, the power of nature. Nice
4:57 pm on July 30th, 2009
This looks like a gorgeous spot! I also love your header.
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8:25 am on July 31st, 2009
what a beautiful falls, how i love to swim there. great post.
12:20 pm on July 31st, 2009
Nice stripes!
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8:31 pm on September 13th, 2009
That’s a great picture. We take Pickles the Dog out to the falls routinely and let her play in the water.
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2:13 am on November 15th, 2009
I want a copy of this one too!