Construction on Folsom Dam began in 1948, and the dam went into operation in 1956. Even now, additions and improvements are being made, like the new spillway, set for completion by the end of this year. Alongside the dam lies the Folsom Lake Crossing; this new bridge first opened in early 2009. It seems hard to believe now, but it […]
The theme of Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge this week is Gears and Engines. This series I call Odd Twists meaning we are looking for the bizarre and the common things we don’t always take photos of. This week the topic is Gears and Engines. Cars and the gears of a clock are obvious for this week’s topic. Let’s see how creative you can get […]
Cee’s Odd Ball Photo Challenge: July 16, 2017 Scary tree, or throne? Roosting pigeons: Working and playing: Nimbus Dam and Lake Natoma
It may very well be that kelp is not something you’ve ever spent much time thinking about. It doesn’t sound like a very interesting subject, after all! But in this episode of California’s Gold, Huell Howser shows us how truly amazing and beautiful kelp is, and what an important part it plays in our oceans — and even in our […]
The theme of Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge this week is Things With Motors for House or Garage. Anything that has a motor or engine is fair game this week. See how creative you can get on this challenge. Have fun with this challenge. Over the years we’ve had a long succession of motorized machines of many kinds pass in and […]
I can’t believe this is my very first time watching this episode of California’s Gold! It’s absolutely packed with beautiful scenery as well as history — of the railroad, of the Chinese who helped build it, and even a bit of musical history. The central coast of California has some stunning scenery, and I haven’t seen nearly enough of it. […]
Cee’s Odd Ball Photo Challenge: April 30, 2017.
Yes, I knew it had rained the night before; but I gambled that the mud wouldn’t be too thick and chose to wear my sneakers instead of my hiking boots on my morning hike. And I managed to keep my feet reasonably dry — until I arrived at this dew-soaked portion of the trail. The shortest weeds reached up to […]
The theme of Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge this week is Autumn — Metal. You can take photos of anything that relates to the season of Autumn or metal. For metal I would like to see its strength and beauty. Have fun with this challenge. Seen while hiking in September and October: Seen at the flea market/auction: