WINCHESTER BAY, Ore. — The Coast Guard hosted a reception at the Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum in Winchester Bay, July 18, 2012, to honor the continued tradition of keeping the lighthouse going since the Coast Guard officially transferred responsibility of its maintenance and operation to Douglas County, Ore., Apr. 12, 2012.
The Umpqua River Lighthouse marks the river’s entrance in Winchester Bay, July 18, 2012, just as it has since 1894. The Coast Guard held a reception at the lighthouse, July 18, 2012, to thank the many people who continue to work to keep it going since the Coast Guard transferred responsibility of its maintenance and operation to Douglas County, Ore., Apr. 12, 2012. U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Nate Littlejohn
During the reception, city, county, and state officials and volunteers as well as several Coast Guard senior leadership officials, spoke formally about the rich history and continued tradition of keeping the lighthouse going.
Rear Adm. Keith A. Taylor expressed his gratitude for the many hardworking people who have continued to keep the Umpqua River Lighthouse alive.
To read about the history of the lighthouse and the recent transfer of responsibility, please click HERE
Source: US 13th Coast Guard District