Niagara Falls - May 12, 2024
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- Niagara Falls - May 12, 2024
Niagara Falls is three waterfalls. On the American side are the American and Bridal Veil Falls; Horseshoe Falls occupies the Canadaian side. Horseshoe Falls is , by far, the more impressive waterfall probably accounting for about 90% of the volume of water that pours down. During peak tourist season on the order of 2,800 cubic meters per second of water pours over Niagara Falls. We spent our time on the Canadian side but it probably is worthwhile to visit both sides as you will get differnt vatage points to experience the majesty and power of Niagara Falls. On this visit we strolled along the promenade, went behind Horseshoe Falls, and got within a few hundred feet of the base of Horseshoe Falls to really feel the power of the waterfall.
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Thanks for the trip down memory lane. I was in thise tunnels about 58 years ago as a kid. The views from the tunnels are just as i remember.
Walking through the tunnels is definitely part of the experience.
@@wanderingkenknight I can recall back in 1972 you could walk up to the falls in the tunnel, even stick your hand out and feel the water rushing down. Last time I went in 2005 they put up a fence about 15-20 feet back to keep the public back from the falls.
In '72 they gave you a raincoat and rubber boots. That would keep you mostly dry but not 100% lol. After the tunnels we walked down to the terrace to see the side view of the falls and get a down river view.
We also watched the people aboard the Maid of the Mist boat get right close to the edge of the falls and they really got soaked! You got to see things up close on the terrace. I kept my camera in a plastic bag most of the time, taking it out briefly for a few quick pictures. We couldn't afford motels back then and had a tent trailer that we parked in a campsite behind a motel on Lundy's Lane. At least we had the use of the motel pool.
Great times back then, also had fantastic music all day long.
@@sfopaladin2661 My guess is back then liability wasn’t a concern. If you were swept away it was your own fault.
The falls weren't as powerful in 1972
Are the tunnels part of the Cave Of The Winds that I’m seeing? Curious because I grew up in NF and never visited the Cave
I grew up in western NY and have been to both the Canadian and American sides of Niagara Falls. The Canadian side is much better.
and so much safer!
@@bobcaygeon975 : It definitely is. And it's much more fun!
My sister said the same thing years ago.
Former Aldenite here & I remember going into these tunnels w/my Dad & cousin Mike when I was 7-8; great time.
Also enjoyed Old Fort Niagara; had a great book called ' Danger At Niagara ' told from a teen's perspective on War of 1812!
Agreed
This is one of my favorite places on the planet! The energy there, for me, is something I can't explain! My soul is drawn to the Falls! See you soon!
I guessing you are Bob Seeger fan - Against the wind!
@@frankcabibi4212 I am a Seger fan, have been since The Bob Seger System. He's a hometown boy here! Can't think of any of his music that I don't like. ❤
The fact that only a small portion of the falls that is seen now is minuscule to its original power. Can you imagine being amongst the first to see it at full capacity? Nature is amazing.❤
I’ve been there a few times.
it’s always spectacular.
Visited this beauty in 1975 ❤
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Thanks for posting this video: it is truly remarkable.
We went to the Canadian side on July 4th, 1982. We practically had the place to ourselves.
This is a great video. Shows all the interesting outlooks of the Falls, short and sweet and to the point. My grandparents vacationed there for their honeymoon in the 1920's. There weren't the big resorts of today. Just nature and you. There is the Marilyn Monroe movie that was filmed there. It was a very good movie thriller that really never got much attention. Can't remember the name, probably Niagra. IMDB it and rent it.
That looks like a barrel full of fun!
Very beautiful views really great thanks for sharing informative video and excellent photography congratulations 👌
Thanks I miss The Falls.
Really fantastic pictures! Thanks for sharing :)
Been there many times over the years since we live in NE Ohio. Thanks for the videos!
Awesome Mother Nature ! All and everybody should get the chance to observe the Raw Power of the Waterfalls !! To see will elevate you spiritually ! I miss the Falls....I was there 55 years ago.
Definitely elevated me spiritually! I went in 1995 and not again until last summer, 2023. I feel an energy there that I can't explain. I'm only 3-4 hours drive from there. I'll visit at least yearly now, until I simply cannot. Food for my SOUL!
@@cocoemrick1903 Yes - the energy we get at these natural wonders reveals what living is all about! Inspiration !
I remember very well standing by the fence at the edge of the Horseshoe Falls - the spray was so powerful that it actually whipped the contact lens out of my left eye and ripped it nearly in half.
I was here in November 2012, on the Canadian side and loved it! Viewed the Horseshoe falls from the top, the viewing platform near the base where everyone wears the yellow coveralls, and took a couple of pictures of one of the tunnels. Awesome times! :)
Beautiful
Just beautiful. Wonderful camera work. Thanks for sharing.
I was there circa 1960 when they had all of the tunnels open to the public. I believe several of them are closed these days. I recall getting soaked to the bone despite heavy raincoats and black rubber boots they issued.
Really impressive!
thanks for the short video for those like me self that can afford trips no were, it is a blessing to have at lest this technology to enjoy the wonders of the earth
Beautiful videos!
I wish i could have done this when my family and i went there
Amazing! Thank you for sharing a great adventure. Take care.
First visit was in the summer of 1969 while the US falls were turned off. Passageway to see the third view port was open, but not all the way as some cracks had appeared. The funicular to the boats was not there, as it was closed at last visit. We had to wear heavy black rubber rain coats and boots in 1969, and there were two change rooms to put on the rubber attire. No one got wet like they do with the cheap blue plastic ponchos.
Iguazu waterfalls is much bigger and powerful. A must.
I've been here several times. Would love to go back again. Interestingly enough, this isn't the full force of the water flowing over the falls. I would love to see the falls with full flow over the falls, if just for a day.
I agree but suppose we never will given the use of the water for hydroelectric power.
By treaty there is a set amount of water each country can draw from the Niagara River. During the tourist season they draw off less water. From the mid Fall through early Spring they increase the water drawn. This exposes a portion of the river bed down from the falls... you can hike down some easy trails and walk on the exposed shelf.
Also, if you view the barge that is stuck just above the Horseshoe Falls you can use it as a marker and easily see the difference between the tourist season and winter water levels...
@@PanamaZarelto it's been stuck there over 100 years. When its 100th anniversary was coming up I emailed one of the local news outfits to ask if they knew if anything was going to be done for the anniversary of the barge? They had no idea that it had been there so long and though it would be cool to do something.
I subscribed as well Mr Ken. Number #111. Love your video of the Falls. I like to go back there every 5 years or so. Its almost like recharging my batteries, there's something drawing me back to the Falls. I'm in the process of moving but in a few months I'll show you my early pics of the Falls and local attractions. Looking fwd to viewing your other videos Ken. Good luck!! 👈👍😀
Wonder how long it took them to build all that.
What your was that to go into the tunnels? Didn't even know there was such a thing!
Last time I was there they said because of erosion in another 10,000 years the falls won’t exist.
I believe that applies just to the Smerican side.
Just like when I’m up very high and able to look/lean against the top floor windows, such as during dinning at the “rainbow room” or “windows on the world” at the lost World Trade Center” towers, whenever I’d visit NF or The Grand Canyon NP, I’d always get the peculiar feeling of wanting to jump… I’ve heard that this is a common sensation that many experience?
I did that the same day
❤❤❤❤❤video
Been there in January. Got in for free because the falls were frozen. The view is better from America than Canada ❤️
Yes, the view of Canada is awesome! The view of the usa side...🤢🤮
I beg to differ.
The maid of the mist i remember when i was a kid.
Big Water just terrifies me.
Same here! I always thought of myself as having a healthy respect for waters such as these; I now recognise it as terror! 😅
Kenneth Knight: I subscribed, view #15, subscriber #91. Impress me! I'm ready!!!!!
I hope you enjoy future videos. They may not have as grand natural features as this one did.
Do they ever suffer from damp?
A small drop of God's infinite power and wisdom.
Looks like a bad crack in the left hand side of the wall! Should we be concerned? NAH! Don't want to disturb the monetary income of this attraction!
Ssshhhh, not too loud. Trudeau will find a way to tax you if he thinks you’re enjoying yourself!
I wasted my time going there in 91.
Bahahahaha awesome thanks for sharing …miserable ‼️🤣
I just remember the American side being kind of a hole.