Friday, July 24, 2015

Monday, July 27 -- Rowena Crest Viewpoint

Hello, everyone!

I apologize for this late update on next Monday's location...but I've been busy painting outdoors.  What can I say?  It is such a good thing to paint outdoors, and to paint often.  

Monday's venue is a change from our original calendar plan; the Friends of the Gorge property in Mosier just isn't going to work out.  So, I've chosen another location that will provide basically the same experience in a similar location.  The Rowena Crest Viewpoint can provide a fabulous selection of views for plein air painting...BUT...pray for no wind on Monday!  If it is windy, it could be very difficult to keep easels from tipping over to their deaths on the concrete walkway all around the viewpoint.  It is possible to see both north and south through the Columbia Gorge from there, with particular views of Lyle and the bridge in Washington, or farther down toward The Dalles, or west toward Bingen.  There are also some nice territorial views on the surrounding terrain near the Tom McCall nature preserve.  So bring your easel weighting system and come enjoy the scenery!

Driving Directions:  Head east on I-84 to the Mosier exit, #69.  Driving through the main street in Mosier (which is old Hwy 30), you will notice a little business called Route 30 Classics and Roadside Refreshments, and it has half of a red Porsche stuck onto the side of the exterior.  Using this as a mileage marker, continue on along Hwy 30 for approximately 5 miles.  It is a lovely winding road.  At about the 5-mile point you will see the Rowena Crest Viewpoint pullout.  Bring the usual water, snacks, sunscreen, etc.  There are no restrooms and few areas of screening shrubbery, but the view is worth it.  Let's start between 8:30 - 9:00.

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