A small, moody stretch of stream near Florence in Oregon.

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This section of the Deschutes River near Dillon Falls is one of my favorite to shoot. I had a hint this sunrise was going to be a winner from the Clear Outside app. It didn't disappoint.

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I stumbled on this joyful light on my way back to my car from a sunrise hike to Tumalo Falls. These moments make me feel lucky to be alive.

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Deschutes River ducks at sunrise.

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This little offshoot from Panther Creek in Washington caught my eye as I drove by. I'm glad I stopped to soak-in this peaceful creek and it's mossy stones.

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