More views today from the Champlain Lookout.
A series of panels here looks at the geological history of the Eardley Ecarpment and the Valley.
During the last ice age, the sheet of ice covering this area was two kilometres thick.
After the ice age ended, the valley below was ocean, until the seas drained off over time.
Today, the Ottawa Valley lies below, and the escarpment is an intricate ecosystem.
I headed down to the lower area.
There's a hiking trail that descends to the valley floor from here. My ankle would not permit it, though I've done it before.
The views are a marvel.
Magnificent!!!
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DeleteWhat a beautiful place to quietly enjoy the colorful view. Too bad about your ankle, I know what it feels like to be limited on these kinds of trips.
ReplyDeleteIt was a hindrance.
DeleteVery beautiful. Had to laugh at the title. Was jobbing at the food factory, early shift. Boyfriend took me to the cinema for that movie. I fell asleep.
ReplyDeleteI love that movie.
DeleteIt is hard to imagine the ice at 2 kms thick!
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DeleteThanks for the brief description of the geology of the area.
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Delete...a beautiful spot and a clever title.
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DeleteSon muy buenas las vistas de esos hermosos paisajes.
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DeleteThat is beautiful! I quite like your photos. Well done.
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DeleteI'd definitely love to be there to look at those vistas! Great to see that you got to experience them!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the visit.
DeleteThe views are gorgeous! I hope your ankle is healing. Take care, have a happy day and a great new week!
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DeleteSuch a beautiful area.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely!
DeleteThe stairs descending into the colour is a good one.
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DeleteA pleasant hunt.
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DeleteWhat a beautiful time of year to walk along this trail, even if it is steeply up and down hill. The fall colors are amazing.
ReplyDeleteThey were a delight.
Delete2 kms thick! Seems unbelievable today. Those views are incredible.
ReplyDeleteYes they are.
DeleteBeautiful views and colours. The panels are a nice addition to see.
ReplyDeleteGood information to have.
DeleteAh, the "Ice Age"! Boy! Those days are sure over. :-)
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DeleteVery interesting geological history
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DeleteSuccess for the 'Hunt for Red October' ~ beautiful place and photos ~ Wow!
ReplyDeleteWishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
Thank you.
DeleteBeautiful landscapes and trail.
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DeleteSome marvellous photos here.
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DeleteWhat a clever post title!
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