Although shooting Martens Rapids in a rubber raft took less than a minute, the exhilaration lasted much longer as we viewed the excellent frame-by-frame digital images taken by Lily (lillian@westcoastactionphotos.com and www.westcoastactionphotos.com). As you can see in the four photos we purchased, we are surrounded by churning white water as Frank, our river guide, appears quite gleeful, skillfully negotiating the raft through the tight spots on the McKenzie River. (www.rivertrailoutfitters.com) Another special Eugene experience was grilling a whole rock fish that Stephen and Judy purchased at a local market the day it was caught. Stephen baked it to perfection on the deck and served it with a flourish, accompanied by grilled vegetables, roasted potatoes and Judy's freshly made aioli. This stunning meal was topped off by poached pears served with a reduction sauce of port and
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