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Thanks for visiting. Here you can see my recent INTERACTIVE 360Around panoramas. Just look for the images that say "Click for 360around" on the side. CLICKING on it will OPEN up the interactive version if there is only one pano for that subject or it will take you to a page with multiple panos to choose from. Then CLICK AND DRAG IN THE IMAGE to rotate around the viewpoint. Panos are best viewed FULL SCREEN, be sure to click on the full screen button in the menu bar that is in the lower left corner of the pano. To see some of my older panoramas or special projects click on the various links below.
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Sunset over the Painter’s Shack

The small building in the foreground, the Painter’s Shack, is about a 1 mile hike up a gravel road from the campus of Thomas Aquinas College. A favorite haunt of the students, it also is a great spot to get a really nice view of the surrounding countryside, especially at sunrise or sunset.

Painter's Shack at Sunset

Painter's Shack at Sunset

In the Painter's Shack at Sunrise

In the Painter's Shack at Sunrise

Serra Cross at Grant Park

If you ever get to Ventura, California be sure to visit the Serra Cross at Grant Park. This cross has been there since 1941 but it replaced a series of crosses that date back to the beginning of the San Buenaventura Mission in 1782. This highly visible cross served as a road sign for travelers in search of the Mission. The view is incredible from the cross and there is an effort underway to beautify the park.

Serra Cross at Grant Park

Serra Cross at Grant Park

Anacapa Island Landing, Channel Islands National Park

This is a view from the landing at Anacapa Island, part of the Channel Islands National Park. Click on the image below to get to the full page featuring a few panos from the island and a few still photos also.

Anacapa Island Landing

Anacapa Island Landing

Sky Bridge at Sunset

The Sky Bridge is in the Red River Gorge Geological Area of Eastern Kentucky. This area contains the highest concentration of natural arches in the Eastern United States. It is also a haven for rock climbers and hikers.

On Top of the Sky Bridge with Graffiti

On Top of the Sky Bridge with Graffiti

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Under the Sky Bridge Arch

Under the Sky Bridge

Under the Sky Bridge

Sky Bridge with Graffiti Rock

Sky Bridge with Graffiti Rock

Natural Bridge, Kentucky

The Natural Bridge is the most visited arch in the area. It is the centerpiece for the Natural Bridge State Park in Kentucky. It is accessible by trail or by a sky-lift.

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Natural Bridge after a passing storm

Natural Bridge during rain storm

Natural Bridge during rain storm

Cumberland Falls, Kentucky

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Cumberland Falls

Sometimes called the “Niagra” of the South, Cumberland Falls also claims to be the only place in the western hemisphere to be able to see a “moonbow” during every month’s full moon in the mist from the falls. I wasn’t there at the right time to see the moonbow, but a trip to Cumberland Falls is worth it for all the scenic beauty in the area.

Cumberland Falls from the trail to Eagle Falls

Cumberland Falls from the trail to Eagle Falls

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Eagle Falls, another beautiful waterfall close to Cumberland Falls

Yahoo Arch and Falls, Kentucky

This is a very dramatic arch accompanied by 2 very large rock shelters on 2 levels with the arch in between.  Yahoo Falls is the highest waterfall in Kentucky.

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Yahoo Arch

Large rock shelter near Yahoo Arch

Large rock shelter near Yahoo Arch

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Yahoo Falls

Metamora, Historic Canal Town

Here are some panos from the quaint south eastern Indiana town of Metamora. Also featured are some views of the Duck Creek Aquaduct, perhaps the only functioning aquaduct in the USA. The aquaduct carries the restored canal boat “Ben Franklin” with passengers over the Duck Creek. There are a lot of small shops and galleries here and with several festivals and special events during the year it is a good place to spend a relaxing day or two.

Metamora Main Street

Metamora Main Street

Meetinghouse

Meetinghouse

Duck Creek Aquaduct

Duck Creek Aquaduct

Inside The Aquaduct

Inside The Aquaduct

Abandoned Bridge, Cedar Grove, Indiana

I remember riding in our car across this bridge when I was a child. Time and neglect has taken it’s toll. Now it stands in silent decay as canoeists drift through it’s shadows on the lazy Whitewater River. If you are into “Geocaching” there is a good cache on this bridge.

Abandoned Bridge

Abandoned Bridge