In late October, 2011, the White Salmon River in Washington flowed again as the nearly 100-year-old Condit Dam was disabled with explosives. See this spectacular video of the dam’s lake draining, and find out how the end result is affecting habitat for salmon spawning. Further dam demolition is scheduled in 2012. The event was a significant milestone for river restoration and dam removal nationwide. This video is by Andy Maser.
Condit Dam Removal
On Wednesday October 26th, 2011, Condit Dam on the White Salmon River was dramatically breached with explosives. This was the first step in a year-long project to remove the 100 year-old dam and restore spawning habitat for threatened salmon. This video is by Andy Maser.
Only in Bend, OR
Two locals discuss their weekend plans.
Source: resqswim
Landmarks
This video from Deschutes Brewery features scenes from around Oregon and the Old Bend Neighborhood. Look for Drake Park, Mirror Pond, and some homes in the Old Town Historic District. There is very brief nudity, which is strange for a American beer commercial.
Thank you, Fate. Karma. Destiny. Cascade peaks out the front door. The Deschutes swirling out the back. Everywhere we turn, nature tosses something epic, jaw-dropping or downright spiritual our way. We take inspiration, and pay tribute, with intense, pioneering, namesake beers. In fact, a person could carve out a damn fine adventure careening from Black Butte to Mirror Pond to Green Lakes and the far reaches of our High Desert home. Not that we’d ever suggest that or anything. That would be crazy. Or Bravely Done.
Got the van packed yet?