Pacific Northwest Essays

Interaction and the Salmon of the Pacific Northwest The Pacific Northwest is home to a wide variety of species. Its ocean, forests, streams, and rivers allow for vast amounts of animals to reside in the area. A particular inhabitant, the salmon, is unique in that it not only lives in both salt water and freshwater, but that it also returns to its own birthplace to spawn. Because of these unique characteristics, the salmon has become a symbol of the Pacific Northwest. The salmon has lived in the waters

The history of the Pacific Northwest is an intriguing time period for the United States and the expansion of the country. Many individual contributed to the growth and transformation of the region, however, several particular leaders created insurmountable adjustments to the region, that their names have gone done in history. Long before becoming President of the United States, Thomas Jefferson was committed and captivated with western exploration, believing that America had the sovereign right to

World War II had big impact for development in the history of Pacific Northwest. America has contact with Asia between the years 1931-1945 and Europe between the years 1939-1945. Moreover, America became officially neutral with the war until 1941 but in fact, they have been supporting their allies since 1940 and become ally with the British in August 1941. However, the Japanese had attacked Pearl Harbor, Hawaii in December 7 1941 which created some hostility between them. America had war with Japan

Michael Boydstun ENVS 101-1998 Environmental Impact of deforestation In the Pacific Northwest The first people to explore the wilderness in what is now Oregon and Washington documented beautiful forests of mesmerizingly large trees as far as the eye can see. The explorer’s initial reports brought in people who came to make a profit off the forest and the vast amounts of lumber it could provide. Lumber mills were built before the area was even added to the union. The environmental footprint started

This past month, the Pacific Northwest has been on fire. Wildfires in this area have been devastating to families, firefighters, ranchers, animals, and so many others. While firefighters fight viciously to contain these fires, there is another war that is going on at the same time; integrity in media. During these fires, newspapers and various news stations supplied the public with half-truths and exaggerations. For example, the Soda fire on the Idaho and Oregon border burned over 280,000 acres

The Pacific Northwest region has turned from a small town into a huge urban city. It is a land once occupied by the Native, unknown to the rest of the world. As time passed, it has developed and it reached to the point where different types of people and cultures gushing in to start a new life in the Pacific Northwest. From the mid-1840s into the 1900s, the growth of Pacific Northwest splurge with no indication of stopping. The introduction of industrialization and mechanization in the Pacific Northwest

In recent news, there has been discussion about a large earthquake that could happen in the Pacific Northwest in the near future. It is estimated that we are due for an earthquake due to tectonic plate movement that could destroy everything west of I-5 and affect over 7 million people (Schulz np: 2015). I live east of I-5 but the risk is still imminent for a damaging earthquake. There are some predictions as to when this could happen, but there is no real clue of just how devastating this type of

The Women Suffrage movement is a very interesting topic in the United States. In the Pacific Northwest the movement of the women 's suffrage has a long in the history of good and bad time. This movement is very important in American history and its is important to the Pacific Northwest as it would shape not only the culture of the country, but change the way of life in Northwest even if some of the State did not want to give women the rights to vote. These women really want their freedom in the United

countries. Throughout my travels I have never found myself in a more beautiful place then being in the Pacific Northwest. We have an amazing environment around us with wildlife, mountains, lakes, oceans, rivers, and trees. Yet it might not be like this forever. With global climate change the environment as we know it, will change; but I want to do everything in my power to keep the Pacific Northwest the way I love it. Being an environmental science major I would be able to peruse many different types

By 1896, the Lewiston-Clarkston Improvement Company founded and laid out the town of Clarkston. The town is one of the earliest examples of urban planning in the Pacific Northwest. Life in Clarkston Clarkston, boasting the warm climate of a river valley, is often referred to as the 'Banana Belt.' The mild seasons of the river valley town enable residents to enjoy year-round outdoor recreation. Activities, such as fishing

the landing of Europeans. After contact, Chinook Jargon kept on serving both Native and European objectives, however the majority of its vocabulary was from Nootka. At its peak in 1860, Chinook Jargon secured immeasurable territories of the Pacific Northwest. It was the most widely used language for Indians and merchants as well as for Indians and preachers. Before the end of the nineteenth century, English had started to supplant Chinook Jargon as the most widely used language of the

Saying that the Pacific Northwest is in trouble would be an understatement. There have been rumors that Seattle is going to take a huge hit in the near future. This upcoming earthquake may be news to most Washingtonians or others may just be in denial of the whole situation. The seismologists have been doing research on the Cascadia subduction zone, which is a convergent plate boundary that runs for 700 miles off the Pacific Northwest, and starts from northern California and goes all the way to Vancouver

Located in Jackson County, the tiny community of White City is pampered by nice weather, great quality of life and ample education opportunities! Positioned in southern Oregon, White City and nearby cities like Central Point and Eagle Point have always been a preferred destination for growing families. This region provides affordable land, an amazing community and an escape from the big cities! In recent years White City’s has seen rapid economic growth due to its strong agricultural base, along

Cultural Analysis: Rural Pacific Northwest Culture Dale Fenters Oregon Institute of Technology dale.fenters@oit.edu Nature and Circumstances The urban Pacific Northwest is famous for its one of a kind culture, which is shaped by a number of things, like its geography, history, and demographics. A strong emphasis on environmentalism and sustainability is one of the characteristics of the culture in the urban Pacific Northwest that sets it apart. Some of the country's most

Alexander Ross’ Account of the Fur Trade In the Pacific Northwest Alexander Ross spent much of his adult life working in the Pacific Northwest in the fur trade for both the Pacific Fur Trade Company and later the Northwest Company. Ross played a pivotal role in the establishment of Fort Astoria at the mouth of the Columbia River for the Pacific Company. After the War of 1812 Ross witnessed the collapse of the Pacific Company and began to work for the Northwest Company where he continued to work for the

Background The Pacific Northwest is home to many native species of plants. Two of those plants are the Big Leaf Maple and the Trailing Blackberry. These plants have an effect on more than just the wildlife around them, they also have uses that Native Americans discovered. Using plants to help further human life has been a critical stepping stone to get to where we are today. This paper will explore the background and information of the two native plants and specify the uses that Native Americans

Salmon play a vital role in the economy, culture, and environment of the Pacific Northwest. They form an important part of Native Alaskan tradition and are a traditional food staple in many communities. Salmon are also the base of one of Alaska’s three primary industries, commercial fishing. Commercial fishing is one of Alaska’s largest industries, the others being the tourism and oil and gas industries. Salmon also have a big impact on the environment, supporting many different types of wildlife

The rise of cities and large towns altered the culture and economy of the Pacific Northwest in tremendous ways. At that time, there was a new type of economic and social development emerged in the town of Portland and around Puget Sound. Therefore, Portland had suddenly became the most important city in the Pacific Northwest. Farm products from the Willamette Valley, minerals from Idaho, and wheat from around Walla Walla are all transported to Portland’s market through Columbia and Willamette rivers

Olivia Forslund Susan Casey English 101 March 13, 2023 Culture and Perseverance Within Pacific Northwest Tribes Given various class materials, the theme of native people persevering through adversity while staying true to their roots and culture appears often. The theme is specifically shown in Joy Harjo's book ‘Crazy Brave', Melanie King's article ‘What Should Be Displayed? Native Arts in Museums and on the Runways’, and The Lummi Nation in the video ‘Not For Any Price’. Melanie King also touches

Abigail Scott Duniway Woman’s suffrage in the Pacific Northwest is something taken for granted these days. Women were not always able to vote; at least, not before a select group of women stood up for what they thought was right. Abigail Scott Duniway was one of those women. She was a suffragette for the West, specifically Oregon State. She gained Oregon the right for women to vote but also was a writer and an American pioneer of the West. On October twenty-second, eighteen thirty-four, Abigail