A Day at Oregon’s Water Park
August 6th, 2009 by natalie
Today, Nicole and Andy planned a suprise destination for me. All the others were in on the little secret, but I was left guessing until we arrived at Steelhead Falls…a cliffjumper’s paradise!
Andy, Nicole, Noelle, and Joey pose at the entrance to the “water park.”
It was a half-mile trek back through the canyon to the final destination point.
The swirling falls, surrounded by crags that served as a perfect launch pad for the cliffjumpers.
We got warmed up on the easier jump. Andy led the way and most of the rest of us followed. (Sorry, you’ll have to turn your head sideways to watch this clip…)
We were all impressed when Dad made the jump! And look at the beautiful form, to boot! 
Andy, Noelle, Joey, and I made our way over to the falls and had a blast climbing up and jumping off the edge several times.
Noelle prepares for her entry into the rapids below.
It took her a while to work up the nerve, but Naomi eventually made the plunge. We were all so proud of her!
Next, Joey and I set our sights on the big jump on the other side of the river.
It was a good bit higher than the other cliffs, but oh, what an adrenaline rush! I’d say God definitely has the corner on creating the best water parks, don’t you think? Too bad He didn’t put a few in Kansas, though… 
Wow, Oregon looks like an amazing place to visit (or live)! Yes, you all are brave…I get wimpy on some of those steep waterpark slides at a regular waterpark. It does look like a blast. Thanks for sharing!
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That looks like SO much fun!!! I’m so JEALOUS!