Streams

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With all the glaciers, melting snow, and lakes there had to be plenty of streams. We were not disappointed. We saw big streams, little streams, clear water, blue-green water, streams in daylight, streams in near darkness. They all had two things in common. First, they contained water, and second, they were beautiful. I love being in the outdoors, and the sound of running water is a big part of that enjoyment. Whether it be the gurgle of a small brook, the musical notes of a tumbling stream, or the crashing thunder of falls, it's a heavenly orchestra adding to the experience.

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Canon EOS 1Ds2, Canon 24-70 f/2.8L @ 28 mm, ISO 200

Mt. Reynolds with Lake and Stream

The setting sun reflects from Mt. Reynolds in this small stream fed pond. There is just enough light left to see the scattered wildflowers. The rocks in the stream add some contrasting color.

Canon EOS 1Ds2, Canon 24-70 f/2.8L @ 28 mm, ISO 100 (two image vertical panorama)

Sunrift Gorge

Glacier's version of a slot canyon. The blue green glacial water is in contrast to the bright green foliage, dark rocks of the cleft, and the bright colored rocks in the stream. This was our second visit to this beautiful spot. The first time the sun was high enough that it was shining directly on the stream, making it impossible to get a good exposure.

Canon EOS 1Ds2, Canon 24-70 f/2.8L @ 57 mm, ISO 400

Avalanche Creek

Again the glacial water contrasts with the plants and rocks. The longer shutter speed shows the flowing quality of the water without losing the subtle details in it.

Canon EOS 1Ds2, Canon 24-70 f/2.8L @ 35 mm, ISO 100

Sunrise at Swiftcurrent Creek

The smoke of a nearby forest fire filters and softens the rising sun allowing me to record this beautiful image.