Central and Eastern Oregon
The wild landscape of Central and Eastern Oregon runs deep with history and diversity.
To the north, the mighty Columbia River meanders her way through 4,000 ft canyons. In 1986 it was signed into law as a National Scenic Area. In the central part of the state, lies the high desert and scenic Three Sisters Wilderness, Ochoco and Deschutes Mountains. To the south are the Steens Mountains. They too, have stunning carved gorges, wild rivers and are home to an abundance of wildlife. It is some of the most rugged and remote land still left in Oregon. My adrenaline continues to be fueled by adventure and exploring new places of historical significance that shaped the landscape. This gallery takes me back into our forgotten past of what we did, or didn't do to build our future.
Read MoreTo the north, the mighty Columbia River meanders her way through 4,000 ft canyons. In 1986 it was signed into law as a National Scenic Area. In the central part of the state, lies the high desert and scenic Three Sisters Wilderness, Ochoco and Deschutes Mountains. To the south are the Steens Mountains. They too, have stunning carved gorges, wild rivers and are home to an abundance of wildlife. It is some of the most rugged and remote land still left in Oregon. My adrenaline continues to be fueled by adventure and exploring new places of historical significance that shaped the landscape. This gallery takes me back into our forgotten past of what we did, or didn't do to build our future.
~ Tommy ~
This is the Eight Mile Cemetery established in 1877.
I found a small headstone inside this family plot which was surrounded by a wrought iron fence and gate in the middle of the cemetery. I thought the twisted wire and patterns of the fencing were quite interesting along with all of the small crosses on the rails.
The snow covered part of the headstone and I was curious to know what year Tommy died. I left the snow undisturbed and later discovered he was only 1 year old (1881 - May 26, 1882). Info on findagrave.com did not give a day or month when he was born. His full name was Tommy Doyle. The mortality rate for children under 5 in the 1800's was 46%.
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on May 28, 2021Excellent b/w winter comp!