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three in length, all of which can be
seen at a single glance. Around it
are lofty mountain peaks, some as high
as 11,000 ft.

The color of the lake is wonderful.
It changes from day to day. In no part
is the water the same. It may be green,
blue, purple, or silvery grays.

After passing Rubicon Point, our in-
terest was turned on Emerald Bay, an in-
let from the lake with a charming little
island in the center. It is believed to
have once been a separate lake. The water
is remarkable for its superb emerald
hue and its tansparency.

Tallac was the next of interest. There
we landed and were allowed time for
purchasing cards, gathering flowers, or
strolling under the tall pines near by.

Here we separated from our instructors
who were to spend several days at Fallen
Leaf Lake.

About 5 o'clock we were again at Tahoe
ready for the journey homeward, the tedium
of which was lessened by happy songs and
lively conversation.