Freediving Clear Lake Near Sisters, Oregon June 2016
What a great day diving! This is from Clear Lake east of Sweet Home. It can reach 300' visibility and stays a chilly 36*F at depth. I still have lots to explore and would like to SCUBA so am hoping to get together a Dive Day or weekend in August.
Most all equipment bought locally from Adventure Sports Scuba in Wood Village, OR.
Thanks Adventure Sports Scuba for gearing me up!
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Clear Lake: The Underwater Forest, Oregon
Clear Lake Oregon is one of the purest lakes in the world. This lake is no secret, right on highway 126 and very accessible for all. I thought the geological history was interesting. Formed by volcanic activity changing the path of a river, which filled a valley and made Clear Lake. Some remains of the valleys forest remain underwater. The water source for clear lake comes from snow melt, and is filtered over many years before reaching the lake. Eventually this water flows into the McKenzie River and becomes drinking water.
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Clear Lake, Oregon
Juan Carlos Aguilar with JCA Elite Scuba did an excellent job providing safe and memorable 2 tank diving.
Clear Lake is reported to be one of the most exceptional freshwater dive spots in the United States. Submerged deep in the lake is a stand of upright trees that were killed approximately 3,000 years ago when Little Nash Crater erupted and the resulting lava flow dammed the river that flowed through this valley, creating the 148-acre lake. The trees are remarkably preserved due to the cold year-round water temperatures of between 33–41 °F. The lake is an altitude dive at 3,000 feet. The thick layer of white volcanic ash that covers the bottom gives the appearance of rippled beach sand reflecting sunlight, further enhancing the visibility.
Dive @ Clear Lake - Oregon
Here is a small piece of footage from a recent dive at Clear Lake Oregon. Not a lot to see as far a marine life goes but pretty spectacular from a geological standpoint. What appears to be sand on the bottom is actually volcanic ash. The water temperature is about 40 degrees, so after about 40 minutes (in a wet suit), I was done. Burrrrr!!!!
Clear Lake is reported to be one of the most exceptional freshwater dive spots in the United States.[2] Submerged 100 feet (30 m) deep in the lake is a stand of upright trees that were killed approximately 3,000 years ago when volcanic activity created the lake. The trees are remarkably preserved due to the cold year-round water temperatures of between 35--43 °F (1.6--6 °C).[2]
Clear Lake Oregon Scuba Diving August 13th & 14th 2016
What a great weekend diving Clear Lake near Sisters, Oregon. In all we had 21 divers get into the chilly 41* water! Thank you for your continued support!
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► Mountain River | McKenzie River | Willamette National Forest - Eugene, Oregon USA [3 hours]
A mountain river is a river that runs usually in mountains, in narrow, deep valley with steep banks, rocky stream bed, and accumulated rock debris.
Mountain rivers are characterized by high slope and flow velocity, insignificant depth, frequent rapids and waterfalls, as well as dominated washed out processes. The gradient of a mountain river is calculated at 60–80 m/km in upper stream and 5–10 m/km in lower. More precisely it is greater than or equal to 0.002 m/m along most of its stream length. Speed of stream is measured at 1 to 4.5 m/s and higher.
Mountain rivers have significant hydro energy producing potential and in arid conditions often used for irrigation.
Coordinates: 44°07'32.0N 123°06'20.0W (4VGV+6Q) 44.125556, -123.105556
Elevation: (371 ft; 113 m)
McKenzie River is a (90 mi; 145 km) tributary of the Willamette River in western Oregon in the United States. It drains part of the Cascade Range east of Eugene and flows westward into the southernmost end of the Willamette Valley. It is named for Donald McKenzie, a Scottish Canadian fur trader who explored parts of the Pacific Northwest for the Pacific Fur Company in the early 19th century. As of the 21st century, six large dams have been built on the McKenzie and its tributaries.
It originates as the outflow of Clear Lake in the high Cascades of eastern Linn County in the Willamette National Forest. (Clear Lake is fed by Ikenick Creek and Fish Lake Creek, the latter of which flows from Fish Lake. Fish Lake's main tributary is Hackleman Creek, which drains the north side of Browder Ridge east of Tombstone Pass. U.S. Route 20 crosses the pass and follows Hackleman Creek.) The McKenzie River flows south from Clear Lake, paralleled by Oregon Route 126, and goes over the Sahalie and Koosah waterfalls to Carmen Reservoir, a man-made lake from which the river is then diverted into a (2 mi; 3.2 km) tunnel to Smith Reservoir. Between Carmen Reservoir and Tamolitch Falls, the riverbed is dry for (3 mi; 4.8 km) because lava from Belknap Crater buried that stretch of the river about 1,600 years ago. The river flows under the lava for those three miles and re-surfaces at Tamolitch Pool at the base of Tamolitch Falls. It then flows south into Trail Bridge Reservoir, where the Smith River enters from the right. After passing through Trail Bridge Dam, the river enters Lane County. The McKenzie continues south to Belknap Springs, where it turns west and flows past the community of McKenzie Bridge. It receives the South Fork McKenzie River about three miles east of Blue River. (The South Fork rises near the Pacific Crest Trail in the Three Sisters Wilderness and flows north-northwest for about (30 mi; 48 km) through Cougar Reservoir and Cougar Dam).
After the South Fork confluence, the main stem of the McKenzie River continues west through a narrow valley in the mountains, receiving the Blue River from the north at the community of Blue River. The McKenzie then passes Vida and continues to Leaburg and Walterville. The McKenzie valley widens as the river continues west, receiving the Mohawk River from the northeast just north of Springfield. Emerging from the Cascade foothills, the McKenzie enters a broad floodplain. It joins the Willamette River from the east (5 mi; 8 km) north of Eugene.
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Clear Lake Oregon DIve
This is a saturday morning dive at Clear Lake Oregon
► Mountain Stream | McKenzie River | Willamette National Forest - Eugene, Oregon USA [3 hours]
A mountain stream is a brook or stream, usually with a steep gradient, flowing down a mountainside, its swift flow rate transporting large quantities of rock, gravel, soil, wood or even entire logs with it. The main characteristic of mountain streams in the Alpine region is their steep gradient and sharply varying rates of flow within a short period of time, as a result of snowmelt and sudden storms. Streams of such nature are rarer in gently rolling countryside, although they may occur on scarp slopes where, although the height difference is not so great, they tend to have a larger catchment area than mountain streams.
Mountain streams may be broadly divided into three sections. In the catchment funnel (Sammeltrichter) high on the mountainsides, water and eroded soil, rock and gravel are gathered. The stream then flows at high speed through a drainage channel (Abflussrinne) into the alluvial fan where the transported debris is deposited.
Coordinates: 44°07'32.0N 123°06'20.0W (4VGV+6Q) 44.125556, -123.105556
Elevation: (371 ft; 113 m)
McKenzie River is a (90 mi; 145 km) tributary of the Willamette River in western Oregon in the United States. It drains part of the Cascade Range east of Eugene and flows westward into the southernmost end of the Willamette Valley. It is named for Donald McKenzie, a Scottish Canadian fur trader who explored parts of the Pacific Northwest for the Pacific Fur Company in the early 19th century. As of the 21st century, six large dams have been built on the McKenzie and its tributaries.
It originates as the outflow of Clear Lake in the high Cascades of eastern Linn County in the Willamette National Forest. (Clear Lake is fed by Ikenick Creek and Fish Lake Creek, the latter of which flows from Fish Lake. Fish Lake's main tributary is Hackleman Creek, which drains the north side of Browder Ridge east of Tombstone Pass. U.S. Route 20 crosses the pass and follows Hackleman Creek.) The McKenzie River flows south from Clear Lake, paralleled by Oregon Route 126, and goes over the Sahalie and Koosah waterfalls to Carmen Reservoir, a man-made lake from which the river is then diverted into a (2 mi; 3.2 km) tunnel to Smith Reservoir. Between Carmen Reservoir and Tamolitch Falls, the riverbed is dry for (3 mi; 4.8 km) because lava from Belknap Crater buried that stretch of the river about 1,600 years ago. The river flows under the lava for those three miles and re-surfaces at Tamolitch Pool at the base of Tamolitch Falls. It then flows south into Trail Bridge Reservoir, where the Smith River enters from the right. After passing through Trail Bridge Dam, the river enters Lane County. The McKenzie continues south to Belknap Springs, where it turns west and flows past the community of McKenzie Bridge. It receives the South Fork McKenzie River about three miles east of Blue River. (The South Fork rises near the Pacific Crest Trail in the Three Sisters Wilderness and flows north-northwest for about (30 mi; 48 km) through Cougar Reservoir and Cougar Dam).
After the South Fork confluence, the main stem of the McKenzie River continues west through a narrow valley in the mountains, receiving the Blue River from the north at the community of Blue River. The McKenzie then passes Vida and continues to Leaburg and Walterville. The McKenzie valley widens as the river continues west, receiving the Mohawk River from the northeast just north of Springfield. Emerging from the Cascade foothills, the McKenzie enters a broad floodplain. It joins the Willamette River from the east (5 mi; 8 km) north of Eugene.
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Freediving Oregons clear water
Freediving a couple clear water spots in Oregon during the last couple really nice weather days in September 2017 with a great dive partner and photographer.
Summer fun at Scout Lake Sisters Oregon
2017 July
First Snow of the Season - Oregon's Santiam Pass 11/15/15
Opening scene at McKenzie River headwaters (bridge).
Second scenes along Clear Lake Trail.
Third Scene: Clear Lake
Fourth scene: Restaurant/lodge for the Clear Lake resort, off highway 126 - shot from the shoreline of Clear Lake after sunset.
Waterfall: Sahalie Falls, Oregon,on the McKenzie River
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10 Secret Swimming Holes You Have to Experience
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Swimming holes were thought to be great places to get in touch with the natural element within yourself. To prove it here's a list of Secret Swimming Holes You Have to Experience
1. Tinago Falls, Philippines
On days when the powerful Tinago Falls is slow enough, one of the Philippines most stunning waterfalls is also home to two accessible swimming holes. Around the falls is a thriving rainforest that make for the perfect adventure.
2. Sliding Rock, United States
Go to North Carolina’s Sliding Rock, which is exactly what it sounds like. Nestled in Pisgah National Forest, this slanted rock is a favorite for tourists wanting a little thrill and a reprieve from the summer heat.
3. Cenote Ik Kil, Mexico
Take a swim in a Mayan holy spot, the Cenote Ik Kil in Yucatan, Mexico. The popular tourist destination comes with a restaurant and a shop, so you can commemorate your dip in the 115-foot-deep pools with a meal and a souvenir.
4. To Sua Ocean Trench, Samoa
The 100-foot-deep pool on the southern coast of Samoa’s Upolu island is just one of the attractions on hand. In addition, the village of Lotofago has a vibrant food market, a white sand beach, and plenty more to see and do.
5. Kuang Si Falls, Laos
A series of sterling blue pools are formed as the water rushes down multi-tiered Kuang Si Falls, an unbelievably beautiful location south of Luang Prabang, Laos. This is also home to several ancient temples and thriving marketplaces.
6. Jean-Larose Waterfall, Canada
You won’t need to climb Quebec’s iconic Mont Saint-Anne, but you will need to descend the 400-step incline to get to the base of the mountain where some world class swimming awaits. Water-filled basins sit beneath a 224-foot waterfall. Even if you don’t swim, the view alone is worth it.
7. Opal Pool, United States
To get to Oregon’s Opal Pool, you’ll need to hike three-and-a-half miles through the verdant beauty of Willamette National Forest, an otherworldly landscape of old-growth Douglas firs. The destination is worth the effort however, as you’ll be greeted with gorgeous, brisk water all year round.
8. Devil’s Pool, Zambia
There is a swimming hole on the very edge of Victoria Falls. Steely-nerved travelers can take a dip in a swimming hole that runs right along the edge of the tremendous drop.
9. Dudu Blue Lagoon, Dominican Republic
Keep an eye out for divers ascending to the top of this gorgeous clearwater lagoon in Cabrera in the Dominican Republic. Dudu Blue Lagoon is the only place in the world where a diver can go from one freshwater lake to another through a series of spectacular sea caves.
10. Giola Natural Pool, Greece
Only the most adventurous explorers need travel to the small village of Astris on the Greek island of Thassos in search of the Giola Natural Pool. Once you arrive, however, you’ll get the opportunity to take a dip in a natural swimming pool carved into the rocks of the Aegean Sea’s historic coastline.
Which of these places did you decide to visit?
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Custom Lake Front Home with Lake access in Lakeside, Oregon
Incredible Lakefront Property in Peaceful Lakeside, Oregon
One of a kind home on Ten Mile Lake; Oregons largest coastal lake. This is the best location on the coast as well as the lake itself, ie: Bandon Dunes Golf links, North Bend Airport [direct flights to San Francisco], largest and complete Hospital-Medical facilities, Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, major rivers for fishing as well as ocean fishing. Ten Mile Lake has over 100 miles of shore line, excellent canoeing and fishing. The property is located 1 mile from Lakeside on paved street and driveway, 2.8 acres, has 300 of waterfront, facing south for sun warmth. A separate driveway takes you to R/V parking and boat storage with a large 30x 50 shop with a hanger door. City underground utilities, mature landscaping, rock retaining walls, formal entertainment patio, boat dock and lake views from all angles round out a gorgeous setting for the home.
The home has two levels and over 4200 sf of warm lodge type atmosphere. Upper level has a double carport giving access to the formal entry. A huge kitchen, seating 12 people, with new appliances, a sub-zero R/F, double ovens, an indoor barbeque, antique wood stove, plus a stone wall and wood floors. There is a formal dining room with access to the deck facing the lake. Great room with 16 foot ceiling with massive open beams and a floor to ceiling stone fireplace, plus 180 degree lake views. A large bedroom and tile bath plus a huge Master Suite with separate tile bath with slider out to a garden, walk in closet and access to the deck. Extra wide hallways and doorways plus hardwood floors throughout.
Lower level has an extra large double garage, full length deck, stone fireplace, kitchen one and one half baths one bedroom plus a bedroom/office. With a private entrance, this becomes an ideal arrangement for guest or family privacy.
Explore the Northwest with Dawn Sisters Oregon Pt 1
Explore the Northwest with Dawn is travel show based out of Salem Oregon. The show covers unique cities and towns in Oregon and Washington.
This show is from Sisters Oregon where he Blue Spruce Bed and Breakfast, Gallery Restaurant and Beacham Clock Shop are featured.
Visit our web site at explorenorthwest.net for past shows, blogs, and to learn more about our beautiful host.
Cape Disappointment - an aerial adventure
Cape Disappointment crowns the Southwest corner of Washington State - a towering bastion of headlands cloaked in ancient forest and crenelated by abandoned fortresses that hearken back to the second world war. Lighthouses keep a watchful eye over the tide pools, grassy meadows, and vast sandy beaches girded by the crashing waves of the Pacific Ocean. From the quiet tide lands of Baker Bay to the tumultuous coves of Beards Hollow, this Pacific Northwest gem is a paradise both for wildlife and adventure seekers.
Note that all takeoff and landing points used in the making of this video were located outside of the borders of the state park.
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McKenzie River in Vida Oregon
Crystal clear water, old growth forest, exciting class 2-3 continuous whitewater. One of Oregon's premiere, and most beautiful rivers
Depths of Crater Lake - Oregon Little Crater Lake - Diving Under Ground Well
Diving in Little Crater Lake, Oregon.
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McKenzie River Camp
In the rain forest of the western Cascade foothills and camped off the McKenzie River Trail. The trail goes from McKenzie Bridge (west of Eugene on bus 91) to Santiam Wagon Trail near Clear Lake and Santiam Pass.
VLOG 1 - Bend Oregon
My friend, Scot, and I decided to make a weekend trip to Bend, Oregon from Seattle. A 6 hour drive to hang with friends, mountains, and good vibes... I'll never deny that. Enjoy!
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