Columnist recommends books about waterfalls
REGIONAL–Smoky Mountain Times outdoor writer Jim Casada continues his series of columns on literature of the Smokies with a piece about waterfall books.
An excerpt:
For people who find joy in the incredible beauty and majesty of waterfalls, visiting them is an ideal way to find peace of mind. Some may stand in wonder while listening to their music – perhaps the crashing crescendo of a powerful fall or the cymbal-like tinkling of a tiny one dripping and dropping across a rock face.
Recognizing the enduring appeal and magnetism of waterfalls, writers have produced a number of guidebooks to the ones in the Great Smokies as well as surrounding mountains. Have one (or several) of these available when planning a hike, seeking advice on photography, or seeking new destinations.
Tags: Jim Casada, mountains, photography, Regional, waterfalls, Writing & Books
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The article fails to mention on-line resources, and rightly so under usual circumstances. But the website, ncwaterfalls.com, offers more guidance and a more exhaustive index than any book I’ve seen. It’s an old-school website without much flash and function, but the content is extensive and searchable, and the pictures are great. Most of all the text is terrific. I’ve used this site to scout paddling trips (although the author is a safety nut who describes stuff we paddle in the most dire terms) and hikes. Check out the Bonas Defeat section!