Before the fire - a photo on Flickriver

Before the fire

            Yes, this is the Columbia River Gorge, no, its not a fire shot, or an after the fire shot.  We were out in the Gorge the minute they opened I-84.  It was actually still very much on fire when we were there.  The damage was evident, it seems the hikers who go back into the Gorge will be most effected, back there its all just gone.  Near the road they did a good job maintaining a lot of the green.  They intentionally set a lot of back fires to burn up the fuel but maintain the tree story above.  That means it should grow back fast.  The Mayor of Hood River was on the radio up here begging people not to stay away.  He said the best way to help is to come spend money at the small towns up and down the Gorge as soon as you can get in there safely.  He made a great point.  He said there will new trails, and new views, for new experiences.  Yes, it will be different, but not destroyed.  Guess there is some merit to that optimistic view.  

We certainly.  The view in this picture should be largely unchanged for everyone after the fire.   I wanted to post this image to share that with all of the non-Portland folks who share a love for this fantastic resource.

Taken in: United States / Oregon / Multnomah (show map)

Taken on: December 29, 2016

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