Algy could hear the distinctive sound of a waterfall nearby, so he flew over to investigate. A vigorous burn was rushing down through the glen with considerable force, roaring over the rocks and stones with a din that filled his ears. Algy was fascinated by the sight of the water surging through the wee gorge it had carved out beneath the overhanging bushes and ferns, but it was hazardous environment for a fluffy bird. Fortunately, there was an old relic of rotting fence jutting out across the rocks beside the waterfall, so he perched on the safe side of the fence post, and held on very tightly, just in case…

Listen to the roar of the burn rushing over the rocks in the glen.

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