My Unforgettable Trip

I had a good time during the Portland trip. I could learn about the culture and history in Portland. There are a lot of marvelous places to learn about history and culture. Dring this trip, I was especially interested in the Columbia Gorge discover Center, McLaughlin House and Reed college.

First, my favorite place is the Columbia Gorge Discover Center. I could learn about Lewis and Clark. They traveled with the Corps of Discovery. They brought many things such as compass, sexten and medicine. I could see and touch the tools. Also I could learn about the owl. It was the most precious experience for me on this trip. The specialist told us about the owl's sense of smell. Owls can see and hear but it can't smell. Thus, the owl can eat the skunk, even though it smells bad. It was an interesting fact for me. Also, I could learn about medical treatment in the 1800s. I couldn't believe the way. The way was unreasonable, such as sweating, boiling and bleeding. These ways were common at that time. i could learn about the some history which I didn't know. Thus, the Columbia George discover center was really interesting for me.

Next, I could enjoy learning history about McLaughlin House. McLaughlin was a good person. He helped a lot of emigrants. I could see the inside of his house and listen to the lecture. There is a lot of interesting information. He had 22 grandchildren. He moved his house by one horse. He was a really big man. Also, I could learn about McLaughlin's lifestyle . For example, there were no lights. Therefore, He used candles.This information were interesting for me. I could enjoy learning about history about the Oregon trail.

Finally, I was really surprised at Reed college. Reed college has a strong characteristic. This college doesn't have a grading system. I couldn't believe it. Also, the students of Reed college have a graduate research project. The students make a book about research project. We could read it at the library. I was surprised at the thickness of the books.Moreover, I listened to the characteristic about Reed college. There are Lady's pie society, Chocolate tour and Art gallary. I was interested in this college.

In conclusion, I had a really good time with my friends and teachers during this trip. I learned a lot of interesting history and culture. This trip is an unforgettable memory in my life.

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