Heavy Rains Produce Raging Rivers

It has been a cold rainy May here at the head of Lake Superior. But with the rains come high waters and the chance to do a little photography.

The high waters have attracted spectators; I was told by a resident that the St. Louis River has not been this high since 2002. I feel fortunate to make images of the river and hope that you will enjoy my attemps at videography.

Jay Cooke State Park has breath taking scenery: lush forest, rocky gorges, and with the rains a raging St. Louis River. The first video was shot at park headquarters near the famous "Swinging Bridge".

St. Louis River At Jay Cook Park

The second video was shot in the town of Thomson at a dam used to control the river for recreation and electic power generation, a few miles upstream from the park. The power of the river here is truely amazing.

High Water: Thomson Dam

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