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whiteriver1.gif (4356 bytes) Spectacular Trout Power - A Photographic Adventure
OMW's high speed photography captures the amazing struggles of monster
brown, rainbow, and cutthroat trout leaping waterfalls at Dry Run Creek.

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Successful Leaps - Photo Set #1

How trout successfully climb the falls

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1.the challenge

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2. getting ready

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3. correct angle

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4.correct trajectory

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5.right height

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6. final push

On average it takes each trout about 15 to 18 attempts to successfully climb the falls. Some make it on less, others never make it at all. It takes a surprisingly precise leap combined with perfect timing for the fish to make it past the falls. Watching trout repeatedly leap at the roaring waterfall gives one a deep respect and admiration for these determined creatures!

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