Our first full day on the Columbia River started in Astoria, Oregon. The skies were dry, and it was a perfect day for exploring and being outside. We investigated the trails and exhibits at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center. Two garter snakes were found crossing our pathway as Pacific tree frogs chirped and Pacific wrens sang in the dense forest canopy.
Up at the Astoria Column, two gentlemen were making large, magnificent bubbles. Yes, bubbles! The calm breeze sailed their ephemeral creations across the landscape.
We ended our day back onboard sharing drinks and stories on the deck with a warming late afternoon sun. It was a lovely ending to our day of exploration.
