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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The average salary for mining mercury was 4.00 - 5.00 dollars per day in 1930. In 1933, the Great Depression reached its lowest point, some 15 million Americans were unemployed. The Independent Mining Company employed several workers throughout the depression until it finally shut down in the early 50's.
Rick Willis
on October 21, 2020Great Color and Texture in this old Log Cabin 😃...
Lgood
on July 14, 2020What a great old cabin!!!! I love how the old wood has aged. This is wonderful. Those times were so very difficult in the great depression. So, I'm sure they were grateful for the $4-$5 a day . This is a wonderful image!