This is Part two of our conversation with Shannon Applegate, in Yoncalla at the Applegate House, built by Shannon's ancestors in 1852 and still occupied by the Applegate family. We also talk with Christopher Ruiz, University of Oregon anthropologist, about his research on the Applegate grounds. Chris works with the Museum of Natural and Cultural history. We talk about the archeological finds from both Native Americans and the European settlement. Shannon talks about the Native Americans history before the arrival of the Applegate's, how disease impacted the tribes, and some of the wildlife present when the Applegate's first arrived and are no longer here.

The Applegate House Heritage Arts and Education, a 501(c)3 organization, is accepting donations to help fund the Applegate House archaeological work. Donations can be sent to 512 Old Applegate Road, Yoncalla, OR 97499.