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Article: The winds of change: the decline of extractive industries and the rise of tourism in Hood River County, Oregon.
- Article from:
- Oregon Historical Quarterly
- Article date:
- September 22, 2007
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THE STORY OF THE CITY AND county of Hood River is the story of much of the rural Pacific Northwest. Originally built around the logging and horticulture industries, the town in the 1970s increasingly became identified with tourism and recreation. Older residents, often with roots in the traditional extractive industries, saw Hood River transformed before their eyes, and they were left wondering if the new town would remain true to their memories. The rise of tourism also brought new people to the region, often with outside money, while many long-time residents saw their employment opportunities shrink and housing prices escalate. Tourism, especially the sport of ...
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