The Jones Falls Jig

Scottish Country Dance Instruction

1- 8 1s dance down below 2s, cast up to top, lead down RH joined, cross to 2nd place opposite sides and face out. 2s move up on 5-6. All take hands and set
9-16 1s dance RSh Reels of 3 on opposite sides to end 1s pass RSh to face 1st corners
17-24 1s dance DoSiDo with 1st corners, 1s set to 1st corners, 1s dance RSh round each other to face 2nd corners
25-32 1s repeat bars 17-24 with 2nd corners and end passing RSh to 2nd place own side

(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)

Keith Rose's Crib Diagram

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Dance Information

It flows through Baltimore and ultimately feeds into the Inner Harbor, which is part of the Patapsco River system. The stream originates in Baltimore County and travels roughly 29 kilometres before reaching its endpoint. Along its course, it passes through a mix of suburban, parkland, and urban areas.

Much of the lower section of Jones Falls has been heavily modified. In central Baltimore, portions of the stream run through culverts and tunnels beneath the city, especially near the downtown area. This section includes the Jones Falls Expressway, a major roadway that runs parallel to the stream for several kilometres. Efforts have been made over time to manage flooding and urban runoff, both of which are ongoing concerns due to the stream's route through developed areas.

The Jones Falls has historically influenced the development of the region. In the 18th and 19th centuries, its water power supported local industry, including mills and factories. In modern times, restoration projects have aimed to improve water quality and ecological health, addressing pollution and habitat disruption caused by urban infrastructure.

The stream is part of a larger watershed, and its condition affects not only the local environment but also the health of the Chesapeake Bay downstream. Environmental monitoring and planning continue to play a role in maintaining and improving the state of Jones Falls and its surroundings.

Jones Falls, Maryland, United States

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