Uploaded: August 22, 2009 07:54:13
In Alden, MI. On beautiful Torch Lake. Torch Lake at 19 miles long is Michigan's longest inland lake and at approximately 18,770 acres is Michigan's second largest inland lake.
The name of the lake is not due to its shape, rather, is derived from translation from the Ojibwa name Was-wa-gon-ong meaning "Place of the Torches", referring to the practice of the local native American population who once used torches at night to attract fish for harvesting with spears and nets. For a time it was referred to by local European settlers as "Torch Light Lake", which eventually was shortened to its current name.
According to local legend, Torch Lake was recognized as the third most beautiful lake in the world by National Geographic Magazine. The lake is noted for its exceptional beauty; its waters are unusually clear and exhibit a bright turquoise hue.
Janice Mezzacappa August 22, 2009
Wow I can see why it is recognized by NGM it is stunning! The capture is superb Heather, such clarity and beautiful change of tones and colours in the water!! Great work! #1171175Tammy J. Russotto August 22, 2009
This is such a wonderful image. Everything about it is perfect. #7877861Dick W. Wyatt August 22, 2009
Great capture. #7878313Chris Schlosser August 24, 2009
Beautiful, Heather. #7883274Roxana H. McRoberts September 08, 2009
Another beautiful capture. Great comp and details. #7926716Linda Blair September 20, 2009
Beautiful finalist...congratulations!!!!! #7959494Tiia Vissak September 20, 2009
Congratulations! #7962226Nancyj E. Hovey September 20, 2009
C O N G R A T U L A T I O N SBob D. Hall September 21, 2009
Beautiful shot and thanks for the info! Best of luck in the next round! #7966090Graeme yew Chow September 25, 2009
Beautiful lake and reminded me when I was there in Michigan. Thanks ! and congrats Heather. #7983929Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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