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Old Posted Jan 29, 2018, 11:15 PM
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There's something about that aqua blue FRESH water that adds to the exotic look. It looks Caribbean or Gulf Coast (Alabama - Florida), but it's salt free.
it's all shark-free as well!

the waters of the great lakes have actually been getting bluer and clearer over the past several decades thanks to invasive species of mussels.

ecologists say it's a pretty big problem for the lakes' ecosystem, but it sure makes for some pretty postcards.




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Also those cool winter storm pictures with the huge wind driven waves --and ice--are really very unique.
the extreme seasonal nature in these parts combined with the lakes is one of my favorite aspects of the great lakes region.

they're not just beautiful and majestic inland seas, they really do take on different attitudes and moods as the seasons change.
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