December 1st 2024.
According to Alan McKenna, there may be a logical explanation for the numerous sightings of the infamous Loch Ness Monster. As the founder of Loch Ness Exploration, he believes that the phenomenon of "standing waves" could potentially clarify the alleged sightings of the mythical creature.
McKenna explains that a standing wave occurs when two boat wakes with the same frequency and amplitude move in opposite directions on the surface of the loch. When these two wakes intersect and interact with each other, they have the potential to create a standing wave. These waves, rising above the otherwise calm waters, could easily be mistaken for the distinctive humps of the Loch Ness Monster.
In fact, McKenna has captured footage of this phenomenon occurring at the southern shore of the loch, where a river meets the water at Fort Augustus. However, he admits that capturing a standing wave caused by boat wakes on the open water is a much more difficult task. The waves and the boat wakes must be identical, which takes into consideration factors such as the size, direction, and speed of the boat. It is a complex process, but it is not impossible.
McKenna hopes to one day record the standing waves happening in the deep center of the loch. He mentions that Ali Matheson, skipper of Deepscan, often reports these waves, but mostly in the small marina at Urquhart Bay. The real challenge lies in capturing them in the open water. Despite these difficulties, McKenna is determined to obtain footage of a natural standing wave in motion.
As a daily follower of reports from locals, McKenna helped launch LNE, a research group focused on Loch Ness, its environment, and its ecology. However, when it comes to the existence of the elusive beast, he remains open-minded.
The 37-year-old recognizes that Loch Ness is the perfect habitat for a shy animal, with its vast expanse of cold, dark water, and depths of up to 750ft. He points out that it is possible to swim next to a 200ft submarine without even realizing it due to the darkness of the water.
Over the years, various theories have been proposed to explain the sightings of the Loch Ness Monster, from giant eels and long-necked seals to Greenland sharks and large sturgeons. However, McKenna acknowledges that the mystery remains unsolved and that is what makes it so intriguing.
In conclusion, McKenna and LNE continue to search for answers and explore the secrets of Loch Ness, both its natural wonders and the elusive creature that has captured the imagination of generations. As for the truth behind the sightings, it remains a mystery, but as McKenna says, that is what keeps the intrigue alive.
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