Penstock Pipeline Hike

Lori and I started by driving over to the Moser area to do a flower hike but found the wind a bit over powering so we went for a plan B and returned once again to hike the Penstock Pipeline. This is a short and rather unconventional hike a top a historic old pipe that supplies water to one of the first hydroelectric plants built in Oregon. On the top of the pipe you get some great views of the Hood River. I like seeing the evolution of out industrial age as the pipe changes from steel banded wood to riveted iron to more modern welded steel. After our short adventure along the pipe we went to lunch at Thunder Island Brewery.

Scappoose Dike Photo Shoot

I went out for a photo shoot this morning. This was to test gear, practice shooting technique, work with the camera and get some images. I am finding I like this Scappoose Dike walk with a great verity of subject matter and ever changing conditions. With in a couple of miles walk I can go from an old pier to farm to harbor to nursery and more. Plus it is only a 20 minute drive from my house.

Kelley Point Park

I had some new photo gear to test and it was a beautiful morning so I stayed close to home and went out to Kelley Point Park. There was new green on the trees, the lighting was low, big cargo ships docked, all made for good conditions to play with some cameras for a few hours.