The Wahkiakum County Eagle - Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891

Before the Coast Guard, there was the Life-Saving Service. Join Stephen Wood, Interpretive Specialist at Cape Disappointment, Washington State Park, on May 3, 6:30 p.m., for a Salty Talks presentation, as he discusses the early origins of the United States Coast Guard. The program will include a history of the United States Life-Saving Service, focusing on the local significance of this short-lived federal agency. With historical photos and anecdotes, Wood will provide a glimpse into the lives of “surfmen” as they served at the Cape Disappointment and Klipsan Beach Life-Saving Stations.

The Salty Talks presentation takes place upstairs at the Salt Pub. The event is free and open to the public. Come early or stay late for those wanting to purchase dinner or beverages.

Salty Talks are hosted by Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum in partnership with the Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, the Lewis & Clark National Park Association, and the Salt Hotel & Pub, located 147 Howerton Ave. on the Ilwaco waterfront.