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.
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~ Pacific Foundry Furnace ~
These are the hatch doors of the furnace inside the Mother Lode Mining Company. The crushed cinnabar is mixed with charcoal or coke fuel and charged to the top of the furnace. Combustion of fuel by a blast of hot air at the bottom produces hot gases, which, at about 570 °F, pass upward through the falling ore and vaporize the mercury.
Lgood
on July 22, 2020I love your POV here and the obvious use of this furnace. The textures and colors are wonderful! Bravo!!! Great info too. Thanks for your recent comments, they made me happy. Have a great evening!
fotoeffects
on July 2, 2020Beautiful detail and texture of the old door and furnace!