Astoria has an eclectic collection of historic homes that I never get tired of viewing. Some are grand old ladies and others are a patchwork of various architectural eras.
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Old Homes
Monday, February 25, 2013
Alley oops!
Downtown Astoria ~ February 2013
I love this little alley and have visions of seeing it painted fun colors or perhaps create a tiny garden walkway from Commercial to Duane. The fun of daydreaming is to see where it goes!
Sunday, February 24, 2013
Slice of life -- commercial fishing
Guest Blog by Elizabeth McMaster, F/V Lady Laura
The crew of the F/V TNT offload a lively bunch of Dungeness Crab bound for the global live markets. Their catch arrives at the dock ready for a ride by truck to Seattle, WA and then onto planes bound for as far away as Korea and China. Great care must be taken to keep the water they are in at the right temperature and salinity, and to make sure that the crabs' legs and claws stay intact. The TNT is owned and operated by Karl Travenshek of Astoria. January, 2013 photo.
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Saturday, February 23, 2013
Just for Fun -- a special post
Friday, February 22, 2013
Lime Green
There is a storefront downtown that has painted its pipes and exterior trim a colorful lime green. I love the bright colors. They pop through the gray!
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Timber!
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Secret Garden
Does anyone recognize this "Secret Garden" in Astoria and where it is?
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Life Along the River
Astoria River Walk ~ February 19, 2013
The sun was out making a perfect day to hit the River Walk. Love this view from the railroad tracks. Lots of locals spend time along the River Walk. Young people have their first kiss here; families make it an outing; dog walkers show of their pooches here while old couples share a few smooches here. There was a make-shift memorial near the Museum where a family mourned the loss of a loved one. There have been wedding photos taken along the walk and celebrations enjoyed here. Tourists enjoy the barking sea lions while fishermen climb over their lumpy bodies to get to their vessels.
Do you have a special moment on the River Walk to share?
Monday, February 18, 2013
Aleutian Ballad
Welcome Guest Blogger Liz McMaster who along with husband own the F/V Lady Laura. Her posts will primarily focus on the commercial fishing community here in Astoria-Warrenton. For those not familiar with the reagion, Warrenton is a close neighbor of Astoria where many of the local fishing boats docks. Cyndi Mudge
Captain David Lethin and crew are preparing the Aleutian Ballad (also a
tour boat with the Bering Sea Crab Fishermen's Tour) to make the trek to
Alaska and fish for Brown King Crab. The dome shaped pots will be
dropped to the ocean floor in hopes of securing a healthy load of the
highly sought after crustaceans. The Aleutian Ballad was also featured
in the popular Discovery Channel series: "Deadliest Catch."
Liz McMaster
Guest Blogger
Sunday, February 17, 2013
Sunflower Dairy
The rear of this building honors the past while the front is the entryway to the new. Sunflower Dairy was at one time a staple business of Astoria and its glass bottles are sought by collectors. Today, two other iconic businesses operate out of this building. Paramount Drug Co. and JC Penny have their storefronts of this building on Commercial Street. Anyone have more information about Sunflower Dairy?
Cyndi Mudge, Guest Blogger
Who had difficulty accessing her web pages yesterday...
Friday, February 15, 2013
Warrenton Dike ~ February 15, 2013
Yes, that is a hoof. Anyone who lives here recognizes that hoof. There is a herd of them that regularly visit the Warrenton Dike Trail. In fact, there are all sorts of animal activity on this trail: Elk, blue heron, bald eagle, coyote, ducks -- many varieties and geese, among other winged and non-winged critters. The Dike Trail is covered with animal tracks and their scat. The geese seem to leave the biggest calling card after their visits.
What have you seen out on the trails?
Thursday, February 14, 2013
The Columbia River Pilots renovated this historic pier at the end of 14th Street where their boats are berthed. The upper floor is an amazing private suite for rent. Nothing more exciting than watching the River Pilots head out to meet cargo ships!
Cyndi Mudge, Guest Blogger
Astoria, Oregon, Daily Photo is sponsored by Tapir and Friends Animal Store.
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Gone
Fort Clatsop, Netul River ~ June 2007
Some people view the pilings scattered throughout our rivers and bays as eye pollution. Others view them as historic markers of what once filled the space. Wildlife views them as resting places. How do you view them? Do you know the story of these pilings? Did someone you know work here?
GONE
A floating heirloom
Set adrift
Once pulsing with pride
Forecasting good fortunes ahead
Now these timbers
Moss soaked, lean-to
Another tide
A floating heirloom
Set adrift
Once pulsing with pride
Forecasting good fortunes ahead
Now these timbers
Moss soaked, lean-to
Another tide
Cyndi Mudge, Guest Blogger
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Work is Our Joy
This is the Hanthorn Cannery on Pier 39. Many Astorians spent time working in the old Cannery before it closed in 1980. Have any stories of working here?
The exterior of the building now shows part of a quote from an old fisherman, "Work is our joy." Here is the rest of the quote:
The beginning is always hard,
Industry overcomes bad luck,
Work is our Joy.
Industry overcomes bad luck,
Work is our Joy.
Today, the Hanthorn Cannery at Pier 39 features the Fishermen's Suites --- these are wonderful high end luxury suites in a most unique and beautiful setting. Rogue Public House, the Coffee Girl and a scuba and kayak rental company are among the tenants that now occupy the cannery space. There is also a small museum about the history of the cannery.
Cyndi Mudge, Guest Blogger
Monday, February 11, 2013
Window Gazing
Astoria ~ 2006
This image was pulled from my archives. I like views from windows. They tell their own story about a house and a neighborhood. It's also fun to guess where the viewer is standing. This is taken from an old Sears' model home. You see them dotted around town. When you look out your window, what do you see? Cyndi Mudge, Guest Blogger
Sunday, February 10, 2013
Hiking in Astoria
Anyone recognize this tree? It's taller than the Column, which is where the hiking trail leads to! A tad muddy in parts, the trail is a great way to get to the Column on a lazy weekend afternoon. Ran into a lot of locals today! We love our trails. Cyndi Mudge, Guest Blogger
Saturday, February 9, 2013
Carving a Place in Astoria
Do these birdhouses look familiar? Zola Bokor can often be seen in the parking lot at 6th and Marine selling his carvings out of his familiar van and trailer. Today he was at Clatsop County Fairgrounds at the Timber Fest and is also a regular at Astoria Sunday Market. One of Astoria's many wonderful personalities. Cyndi Mudge, Guest Blogger
Friday, February 8, 2013
6th Street Pier
Cyndi Mudge, Guest Blogger
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Hello! (Oops, posted on the wrong blog!)
I wasn't expecting this. A ship's hull loomed almost out of nowhere and peered like an eager dog over the tops of buildings as we continued our coastal drive from Rome to Naples.
Astoria, Oregon, Daily Photo is sponsored by Tapir and Friends Animal Store.
International Flavor
Astoria has an interesting variety of International cuisine. Drina Daisy is the only Bosnia restaurant serving traditional food from Sarajevo on the coast. Including the East Coast! People come from all over to eat at this tiny but mighty restaurant. Astoria also has traditional food from India plus Thai food, Mexican food (traditional and American influenced), Japanese, Chinese and British! Cyndi Mudge, Guest Blogger
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
British Flag in Astoria?
15th & Exchange, Astoria ~ Feb. 6, 2013
No, this isn't Fort Clatsop. It's a replica of Fort George (aka Fort Astoria). But why is it flying the British Flag?
Located behind Fort George Public House and the Blue Scorcher Bakery is the site commemorating the establishment of Fort Astoria by the Pacific Fur Company, who followed closely on the heels of Lewis & Clark. A bunch of historical stuff happened and long story short: The men of Fort Astoria decided to sell the Fort to the British rather than surrender or be taken over by their military. The Brits renamed it Fort George and was in control of the territory for about 33 years before Astoria was finally turned over to the United States.
Cyndi Mudge, Guest Blogger
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Who Knows Where This Is?
"Secret Beach" at the South Jetty near Astoria, Oregon. Can you find this?
Where to look: Go to the South Jetty at Fort Stevens State Park. There is a wide walkway that heads north parallel to the Jetty. At low tide you can cross a creek bed and continue North where eventually you'll find the ocean and Columbia River. The driftwood teepee can be found tucked into the sandy dunes to the right, though weather and time may eventually sweep it away.
Where to look: Go to the South Jetty at Fort Stevens State Park. There is a wide walkway that heads north parallel to the Jetty. At low tide you can cross a creek bed and continue North where eventually you'll find the ocean and Columbia River. The driftwood teepee can be found tucked into the sandy dunes to the right, though weather and time may eventually sweep it away.
Cyndi Mudge, Guest Blogger
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