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The Columbia and its tributaries have been central to the region's culture and economy for thousands of years. They have been used for transportation since ancient times, linking the many cultural groups of the region. The river system hosts many species of anadromous fish, which migrate between freshwater habitats and the saline waters of the Pacific Ocean. These fish—especially the salmon species—provided the core subsistence for native peoples.
The climb down to the river level was quite steep and not easy ... no real 'trail' ... but I think it was worth it. That rock there in the flow was about the size of a large car.
Astoria Column hill view of the mighty Columbia River, Oregon across the bridge to Washington State. Beyond up river the ships run to the mouth of the Pacific Ocean, and Warrenton, Oregon. It was a lovely day!
Thank you for your warm visits, greatly appreciated.
I've driven by so many times in the last 20 years on the way to Cannon Beach. I finally stopped to take some photos. I would've liked a few more clouds in the sky for the long exposure, but ... you can't always get what you want.
Astoria, Oregon, the last bridge over the Columbia river before it empties into the Pacific ocean, evening shoot under an umbrella in the soaking rain. A stray raindrop on the lens already ruined this. These are the first uploads from last weekend's excursion, it was a disappointment mostly, so there won't be many uploads from that trip.
Sunset view of the waters of the Columbia River and the Astoria-Megler Bridge in Astoria, Oregon.
Thanks to everyone for stopping by to view, fave, and comment.
The sun is starting to break through the clouds after a stormy day in Astoria, Oregon. Happy Monochrome Monday! HMM!
Thanks as always to everyone who stops by to view, fave, and comment on my photos - it is much appreciated.
On October 28th, 1906, the four mast Peter Iredale and its crew of 27 and two stowaways ran aground near the mouth of the Columbia River at what is now Stevens Point State Park in Oregon.
Pier39-Astoria is a Historical Landmark located on the Columbia River in Astoria, Oregon. Its Mission is to preserve the working waterfront and maintain the Hanthorn Cannery, built in 1875. The Cannery was the foundation of the Columbia River Packers Association, the same company that created Bumble Bee Seafoods. Here it is viewed from our room at the Hampton Inn.