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Gunpowder Magazine – Old Fort Harrod State Park – Kentucky

Gunpowder Magazine - Old Fort Harrod State Park - Kentucky

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Old Fort Harrod State Park and the Gunpowder magazine (in front) in Harrodsburg, Kentucky. Founded in 1774, Harrodsburg is the oldest, and first permanent settlement in Kentucky. It was founded by James Harrod, a pioneer, soldier, and hunter who helped explore and settle the area west of the Allegheny Mountains. Its residents included Squire Boone, the younger brother of Daniel Boone

Wildfire Sunset – Ohio River – Louisville – Kentucky

Wildfire Sunset - Ohio River - Louisville - Kentucky

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Wildfire smoke from Canada impacts the skies above the Ohio River near Louisville, Kentucky and Jeffersonville, Indiana, leading to a wonderful orange sunset. Taken from the Big Four Bridge, the 2nd Street, Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy Bridges can be seen in the distance, along with the Belle of Louisville, a historic paddle wheel riverboat.

Thompson Springs Thunderstorm and the Book Cliffs in eastern Utah

Thompson Springs Thunderstorm and the Book Cliffs in eastern Utah

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Thompson Springs Thunderstorm and the Book Cliffs in eastern Utah.

The Book Cliffs are a long series of cliffs and escarpments located in eastern Utah and western Colorado, in the United States. They stretch for approximately 200 miles (320 kilometers) from the Uinta Basin in Utah to the Grand Valley in Colorado.

The Book Cliffs get their name from their distinctive appearance, which resembles the pages of a book stacked one on top of the other. The cliffs consist of multiple layers of sedimentary rock, including sandstone, shale, and coal seams, which were formed over millions of years.

The area is known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife. The cliffs provide habitat for a variety of animal species, including deer, elk, mountain lions, and various bird species. It is also a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers who enjoy activities such as hiking, camping, rock climbing, and off-road vehicle exploration.