Any of you folks who plan to spend time in the Willamette Valley of Oregon this summer may want to factor in a river ride on one of the ferry crossings near Salem. Today was lovely as I boarded the Buena Vista ferry after witnessing osprey returning to nest above yarrow and teasel. The river reflected the blue sky while showing off flowers along the bank.
A steady stream of paddlers with all forms of flotation devices were out risking getting wet. Fishermen, picnickers and hikers dotted the underbrush and shores of the river. The farm roads were well used by cyclists who were out for a spin broken up by a river crossing that did not require peddling. Google the ferries of Salem for more information.
