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It is a heck of a music venue

Sports teams at state

Harvest time

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ith dozens of volunteers and supportive local businesses, hundreds of cashcontributing members, and thousands of music lovers attending the shows since 1982, Pistol River has become one of the most interesting concert venues on the West Coast, says Mark Lanier. An intimate venue that hosts top-notch musicians, paired with a family-friendly atmosphere, makes the experience more than just special, judging by the concert attended by The Pilot last month when blues musicians David Jacobs-Strain and Bob Beach performed for a packed house. Earlier this year, shockwaves rocked the Pistol River Concert Association when founders and longtime promoters, Les and Mary Stansell, announced their decision to retire from producing shows. That prompted a serious, soul-searching question for the board of directors. After 37 years and almost 400 performances at the Pistol River Friendship Hall, was it time to put the successful endeavor and its music to rest? “Yes, it was apt to end things with the departure of those that began it,” was More Music on Page A5

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ubscribers found their issues of The Pilot in their mailboxes on Tuesday - rather than on their doorsteps - following the newspaper’s change from carrier to postal delivery that began this week. In addition, previously The Pilot had arrived on Wednesdays and Saturdays, but beginning this week it will be published a day earlier, on Tuesdays and Fridays. Meantime, a select number of features will reappear in the twice-weekly newspaper beginning with Friday’s edition, in response to readers’ requests after syndicated puzzles, cartoons and puzzles were discontinued several weeks ago in favor of freeing up more space for local news. Readers were given the opportunity starting a month ago to lobby for their favorite features, with the resulting consensus being Sodoku, the crossword puzzle, Dear Abby, and Marmaduke and Garfield cartoons. Those selections will be appearing in each issue starting Friday, and throughout each week on The Pilot’s website, www. currypilot.com.

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The cranberries are lassoed with handmade wooden booms, then pushed toward a conveyor belt that loads them into a truck. Photo by Linda Pinkham.

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n near-total darkness, two points of light illuminate a large white transport truck, as the chuffing sound of a conveyor belt breaks the surrounding nighttime quiet. They’re harvesting at Cape Blanco Cranberries, just north of Port Orford. Two men have been out in the flooded cranberry bed since 4:30 a.m. The bed is under water, up to their knees, from when the floodgates were opened at the terraced bed just above, harvested days before. The berries have floated to the top, after being gently persuaded to let go of their vines by a harrow specially designed for cranberries that’s attached to a tractor. The harrow is gentler than the beaters used in some cranberry fields. The transport truck is parked on the downwind side of the pond, because the wind helps to gather the cranberries since they float once they have come loose. The berries are rounded up using a series of hinged, handmade wooden booms arranged in a loop that lassoes the berries. The L-shaped booms are designed to float on the water, while

providing an edge to gently push the berries toward the conveyer belt. A man in waders wields a handpushed boom on the water, like one would use a push broom, to guide them more quickly to the conveyor belt. He then tightens the circle of booms to keep the berries in a tight formation. A second man keeps track of loading the berries into the truck, moving the vehicle back as needed. The rest of the time, he’s shoveling the leaves that have dropped by using a funnyshaped leaf rake. Cranberries drop about 20% of their leaves each year, but they keep the remainder of their leaves yearround. The discarded leaves are removed to maintain the health of the field. Once the first truck of the day was filled, it headed to the company’s processing plant, just south of Bandon. The berries there are sanitized with a water, hydrogen peroxide and vinegar solution; color sorted by machine; dried; then rolled onto an inspection table for hand sorting before being packaged in 12-oz. plastic clamshells and refrigerated. The procedure from field to shipment all happens within a day.

Ron and Mary Puhl, owners Cape Blanco Cranberries, have been in the business since 1990, when they began building their farm. When the pair moved here shortly after getting married, they wanted to stay and were hunting for ways to make a living. Ron started out as a commercial fisherman. For a while, the couple ran sheep on a portion of their property. “We realized that this property, which had been in my family for a long time, was basically being unused,” Mary Puhl said. “It was covered in gorse and brush, but it was the right type of soil for growing cranberries.” The soil is Blacklock clay loam. Curry County’s soil survey describes Blacklock soils as “nearly level to gently sloping, dark-colored soils that are poorly drained… A few small areas are used intensively for cranberries or are seeded to pasture.” The only areas of Blacklock clay loam soil mapped in Curry County are in tracts that extend from north of Port Orford to Langlois. “There hadn’t been a price drop in cranberries for a good 20 years, so More Cranberry on Page A2

our Brookings-Harbor High School teams - football, cross-country, and boys’ and girls’ soccer made in to the state playoffs this fall. The Brookings boys’ soccer team advanced to the quarterfinals by beating St. Mary’s of Medford 4-0. Brookings is playing the private Oregon Episcopal School of Portland at 2 p.m. Tuesday. The Bruins dismantled St. Mary’s Crusaders, 4-0, taking control of the match early, said coach Jess Beamon. “The boys played hard and pressured the St. Mary’s defense,” he said. “I don’t think anybody had done that to them all year long and I think it kind of rattled them.” Indeed. When Brookings wasn’t stealing the ball and blocking shots, it was blasting the nets with scores of its own. Fabian Villa led the way with three goals, the second coming on an assist from Rylan Bruce. Jair Valdoninos converted the fourth goal to get the win. Now, the Bruins are in the final four and face Oregon Episcopal, which beat Riverside. Beamon thought the match would be held in Brookings, but the time had yet to be determined. Girls’ soccer The Brookings-Harbor High School girls’ soccer team was eliminated in the first round of the state playoffs after falling to the private Blanchet Catholic School in Salem, 2-0, on Nov. 5. “Our girls were tough and played really hard,” coach Kyla Siri said. “They are young, so that means we will come back next season strong. I am very proud of them!” Football The 2019 Bruin footMore State on Page A6

America’s spirit is kept alive in Brookings Jeremy C. Ruark Pilot Editor

community tradition continued this Veteran’s Day with Brookings decked out in 300 American flags, plus those representing the U.S. Coast Guard, Merchant Marines, Navy, Army, Air Force, Marines, prisoners of war, and service men and women missing in action (POW-MIA). Members of the Brookings Cub and the Boy Scouts, parents and other community volunteers placed the flags for Monday up and down each side of U.S. Highway 101. Mary Fox has been involved with the Scouts since 1989. “This project started originally with Businesses for a Better Brookings,” she said. “They passed it on to Vietnam Vets, who passed it on to us in about 2004. “The Scouts put out these flags on 10 holidays throughout the year.” More Spirit on Page A3

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• Cranberries are commercially grown in just five regions of the U.S. Commercial cranberry farming was started in Coos County by Charles McFarlin in 1885. • Oregon was the No. 3 producer of the berries this past year, even though they grow only in a narrow coastal band over a 60mile stretch along U.S. Highway 101 between Port Orford and Hauser. • Other regions that grow cranberries in the U.S. are Wisconsin and surrounding areas, Massachusetts and surrounding areas, New Jersey and the state of Washington. • Wisconsin is the country’s largest producer of cranberries, at 5,271,545 bushel barrels on 20,700 acres. Oregon produced 544,464 bushel barrels in 2018 on just 2,800 acres. • In the scheme of Oregon’s agricultural production, cranberries are ranked No. 23 of the 50 crops grown in the state. Oregon has a higher yield per acre - 194 bushel barrels - than every region that grows them except Wisconsin. • Nationwide, about 19% of America’s crop is exported.

n Cranberry Continued from Page A1 we thought that was a really stable industry,” Puhl said. The couple enlisted someone to teach them how to grow cranberries, then began constructing their beds, which are slightly crowned like football fields so as to stay drained in the center. With a few exceptions for pest and weed control, the only time the fields are flooded is during harvest. The beds are terraced, so water from rainwater

catchment reservoirs can be reused. “Our cranberries are not grown in actual bog lands,” Puhl said. “They grow in what are technically upland fields that we call beds. ‘Bogs’ has a connotation that wetlands are being used for the cranberries, which is not the case. “When the beds are constructed, the land is leveled, dikes are built and the bed is sealed with a layer of clay to hold water during harvest. Then, a layer of sand or fine gravel is placed on top of that. The vines grow in the sand/gravel layer.” The Puhls have 78 acres

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in production. They’re growing Stevens, Demoranville, Grygleski, Sundance, Haines, Pilgrim and HyRed varieties. They chose those varieties based on the berry size, color of the berry and their keeping quality. “Cranberries are perennial plants,” Puhl said. “In some places, there are 100-yearold beds. They’re basically like a vineyard, once you plant them. “They are a low-lying vine that grows along the ground. As long as you take care of them properly, they will survive. During the summer season, the plants are watered with sprinklers

and school permitting - on Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Fourth of July, Patriot Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Columbus Day, Martin Luther King Day and President’s Day. “This is important, so that our

every other day. Cranberries like a moist climate, which is one reason they do well on the Oregon coast. Because of the longer growing season here, the berries develop to a desirable deep red color and can be harvested through midDecember. Most cranberry growers are done with their harvest by mid-October because of freezing temperatures and snow. The farm has six full-time employees, and an additional 12 during harvest, Mary Puhl said. Their annual harvest totals about a million pounds.

kids learn about the flag and their county and how to respect it, how to treat it and what’s important,” Fox said. The Scouts offer subscriptions at $35 per year to have each of the flags positioned at various points

The vines are pruned in January, weeds removed in February, and frost control begins in March. During June and July, fertilizer is applied. In September, frost control begins if needed. Harvest starts in October. The Puhl family eats cranberries several times a month. Their favorite ways to eat them are as cooked cranberry sauce, or ground cranberries mixed with ground apples and oranges for a fresh, uncooked sauce on turkey sandwiches. Locally, the Puhls’ cranberries are available through OtterBee’s Market. Probably one of the more

along Highway 101 in Brookings. The money collected through the subscriptions is used to help fund the operations and program costs for the local Scouts. Fox said she enjoys placing the flags and keeping the tradition alive.

surprising visits to their cranberry farm was when it was featured on Mike Rowe’s TV show, “Dirty Jobs: Cranberry Farmer,” in 2008. At the time, Puhl said to the producer, “This isn’t a dirty job. Why are you interested?” The producer had been in the area and thought people would like to see the process. Reruns of the episode usually appear about this time of year, Puhl noted. For cranberry recipes and information about health benefits, visit capeblancocranberries.com.

“Both my boys are Eagle Scouts and my dad was a veteran,” she said. “So, doing this is a win-win for me.” To find out more about the Scout flag subscriptions, call 541-4698939 or 541-469-4529.

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Emergency Dispatch Logs The police blotter is a public record of incidents as reported by law-enforcement agencies. All individuals arrested or charged with a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty. The information printed is preliminary and subject to change. Excerpts from the call logs of the Brookings Police Department: Monday, Nov. 4 At 12:03 a.m. Suspicious conditions reported at Allen Lane. At 12:43 a.m. Fire personnel responded to South Coast Lumber on Railroad Avenue for a tree on fire, which was extinguished before the fire spread. At 9:00 a.m. Juvenile was observed riding scooter on Pioneer Road without a helmet, after being given a helmet by the school resource officer. He was warned for no helmet AND disorderly conduct, and was counseled on safety and traffic laws. At 1:11 p.m. Transient who has been excluded from all city parks told officer he didn’t realize that included Azalea Park. At 1:34 p.m. Intoxicated subject reported at Railroad Avenue at Malot Street. Business owner was concerned about transients in the area leaving garbage behind and loitering. At 4:17 p.m. Criminal trespass reported on Hemlock Street. At 5:22 p.m. Officer investigating report of theft from private residence on North Hazel Street. At 7:19 p.m. Dispute/fight reported on Court Street. Tuesday, Nov. 5 At 10:11 a.m. Forgery/fraud/ bad check reported on Dawson Road. At 12:21 p.m. Theft reported on Bluejay Road.

n State Continued from Page A1 ball team ended one of its better seasons in recent memory when the fourthranked ranked Amity Warriors outdistanced the Curry County squad, 4418, on Saturday in the first round of the 3A state playoffs. Thar game was closer than the score revealed.

At 2:11 p.m. Criminal trespass reported on Matot Street. At 2:13 p.m. Dispute/fight reported on Court Street. At 2:51 p.m. Patient was warned for disorderly conduct at a clinic on Railroad Avenue. At 3:01 p.m. Disorderly conduct reported at U.S. Highway 101 and North Bank Chetco River Road. At 3:10 p.m. Suspicious conditions reported on Oak Street. At 3:31 p.m. Dispute/fight reported in the 16200 block of U.S. Highway 101 South. Wednesday, Nov. 6 At 8:44 a.m. Threats reported in the 15900 block of U.S. Highway 101. At 9:21 a.m. Officers mediated a heated verbal dispute between parties at Hassett Street. They agreed to separate and stay separated for the day. At 9:25 a.m. Telephone harassment reported at Dusty Road. At 11:28 a.m. Theft of a food stamp card reported on Fern Avenue. At 11:52 a.m. Camping equipment valued at about $500 was stolen from a church storage shed on Fifield Street. At 12:25 p.m. Suspicious conditions reported on 5th Street. At 12:46 p.m. Suspicious conditions reported in the 1100 block of Chetco Avenue. At 5:43 p.m. Parties having a dispute over child custody on Ransom Avenue were referred back to civil courts. At 6:334 p.m. Dispute/fight reported on Court Street. At 11:15 p.m. Fire reported on DeMoss Road. Thursday, Nov. 7 At 6:16 a.m. Unlawful entry motor vehicle on Pioneer Road. Purse and other personal belongings were stolen from unlocked vehicle by unknown suspect.

Coach Shaun Bavaro’s players didn’t let up or let down, pressing the Warriors at every turn. Bavaro was heavyhearted at the game’s conclusion, indicating he thought the game was winnable. “We really shot ourselves in the foot several times and it cost us the ability to climb back into the game,” said Bavaro Amity advances to play Rainier next week in the quarterfinal round, as Cascade Christian and Hidden

At 12:35 p.m. Criminal mischief reported on Hemlock Street. At 3:51 p.m. Criminal trespass reported on the 1000 block of Chetco Avenue. At 4:34 p.m. Menacing reported on Railroad Street. Citizen is referring report to DA regarding charges of one neighbor menacing another. At 8:28 p.m. Disorderly conduct reported on the 800 block of Chetco Avenue. At 10:16 pm. Criminal trespass reported on Oak Street. Excerpts from the call logs of the Gold Beach Police Department: Friday, Oct. 25 At 5:20 p.m. Report of a hitand-run in the area of Strahan Street. At 7:33 p.m. Report of suspicious conditions in the area of Turner Street. At 8:00 p.m. Report of theft in the area of Moore Street. At 10:00 p.m. Report of a minor in possession of alcohol in the area of 29600 block of Ellensburg Avenue. Saturday, Oct. 26 At 2:28 a.m. Report of a deceased subject in the area of 4th Street. At 11:24 a.m. Report of a disorderly subject in the area of the 400 block of Ellensburg Avenue. At 12:29 p.m. Report of a suspicious subject in the area of the 29500 block of Ellensburg Avenue. Male cited for possession of speed and meth, and another male cited for possession of meth. At 5:20 p.m. Report of theft in the area of Seventh Street. At 5:52 p.m. Report of suspicious conditions in the area of Port Drive. At 8:16 p.m. Report of suspicious conditions in the area of

Valley go at it in their next round. Boys’ cross-country Also on Saturday, the Brookings boys’ crosscountry squad took to the hills and flatlands of Lane Community College near Eugene, the selfproclaimed track capital of the U.S., to test themselves against the best 3A runners the state has to offer. After winning backto-back gold medals at district, Bruins coach Terry

Seventh Street. Sunday, Oct. 27 At 2:32 a.m. Report of a disturbance in the area of the 29200 block of Ellensburg Avenue. At 10:17 a.m. Report of a disorderly subject in the area of Moore Street. Monday, Oct. 28 At 9:35 a.m. Report of an abandoned vehicle in the area of Buffington Park. At 12:23 p.m. Report of a disorderly subject in the area of the 29600 block of Ellensburg Avenue. At 12:58 p.m. Report of trespassing in the area of the Port of Gold Beach. At 12:59, p.m. Report of an accident in the area of the 29500 block of Ellensburg Avenue. At 10:08 p.m. Report of a disorderly subject in the area of the 29700 block of Ellensburg Avenue. Tuesday, Oct. 29 At 11:06 a.m. Report of trespassing in the area of Eleventh Street. At 4:11 p.m. Report of a scam in the area of Gold Beach. At 7:15 p.m. Report of an abandoned vehicle in the area of Hunter Creek Loop. At 9:18 p.m. Report of trespassing in the area of First Street. Wednesday, Oct. 30 At 10:57 a.m. Report of trespassing in the area of Fifth Place. At 1:03 p.m. Report of a disabled dump truck in the area of Jerry’s Flat Road. At 1:46 p.m. Report of fraud in the area of the 29700 block of Ellensburg Avenue. At 2:47 p.m. Report of criminal mischief in the area of Weber Way. At 8:14 p.m. Report of

Axel said, “We gave it everything we had, but my No. 1 and No. 5 runners came down sick and it definitely affected our times.” Brookings, even hampered by illness, finished ninth as a team, just behind Taft and Creswell, which Brookings had beaten last

The Brookings-Harbor High School boys’ soccer team began its run to the Oregon State Athletics Association state championships after beating Western Christian/Perrydale 3-2 at home in the first round of the playoffs. Photo by Jeremy C. Ruark.

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menacing in the area of Hunter Creek Loop. At 8:40 p.m. Report of trespassing in the area of Eleventh Street. At 10:36 p.m. Report of trespassing in the area of Eleventh Street. Thursday, Oct. 31 At 10:07 a.m. Report of suspicious conditions in the area of Caughell Street. At 10:34 a.m. Report of a dispute in the area of Hunter Creek Road. At 5:05 p.m. Report of a dispute in progress in the area of the 29300 block of Ellensburg Avenue. At 7:30 p.m. Report of a dispute in the area of Pacific Street. Friday, Nov. 1 At 1:30 p.m. Report of theft in the area of a business in the 29600 block of Ellensburg Avenue. Male arrested for theft II. At 2:51 p.m. Report of theft in the area of a business in the 29500 block of Ellensburg Avenue. At 8:20 p.m. Report of a disturbance in the area of Pacific Street. Saturday, Nov. 2 At 6:44 p.m. Report of harassment in the area of June Street. At 9:11 p.m. Report of gunshots in the area of Mateer Road. At 9:43 p.m. Report of illegal camping in the area of the Visitors Center. At 11:11 p.m. Report of an intoxicated female in the area of the 29400 block of Ellensburg Avenue. Female issued citation for minor in possession of alcohol. Sunday, Nov. 3 At 9:55 a.m. Report of trespassing in the area of the 29200 block of Ellensburg Avenue.

week to earn the district title. Enterprise/Joseph/ Wallowa would lay claim to the top spot. The Bruins’ top runner was Kaleb Barnes (17:25.6), who took 22nd in a field of 68. Next were the Abblitt brothers, Everest and Zachary, who finished 38th and 39th,

At 12:45 p.m. Report of theft in the area of 4th Street. At 1:41 p.m. Report of disorderly subjects in the area of Buffington Park. At 2:26 p.m. Report of a disorderly subject in the area of Fifth Place. At 8:14 p.m. Report of a dispute in the area of Shore Pine Lane. At 9:09 p.m. Report of a dispute in the area of Caughell Street. Monday, Nov. 4 At 5:36 p.m. Report of a dispute in progress in the area of Mateer Road. At 7:19 p.m. Report of a suspicious subject in the area of 4th Street. At 8:15 p.m. Report of a possible minor in possession in the area of the 29600 block of Ellensburg Avenue. Tuesday, Nov. 5 At 7:09 a.m. Report of an alarm at the Sea Star Bar and Grill. At 11:07 a.m. Report of a disorderly subject in the area of Fourth Street. Wednesday, Nov. 6 At 11:58 a.m. Area check at the Curry County Fair Grounds. Male issued citation for a warrant out of Benton County. At 3:55 p.m. Report of a disorderly subject in the area of the Rush Building. At 5:33 p.m. Report of threats in the area of Caughell Street. Thursday, Nov. 7 At 11:22 a.m. Report of illegal parking in the area of Leith and Fourth Street. At 3:03 p.m. Report of a disturbance in the area of Sixth Street.

respectively, in times of 18:41.5 and 18:42.1. Daniel Strom was four places back at 44th (19:10.2), with Robby Rowe in 49th (19:49.7) and Dane Steendahl 59th (21:48.0), followed by Branko Briggs in 60th (22:18.3).

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Construction begins on elevated walkway in Jedediah Smith Redwood State Park

Construction began Nov. 6 on a 1,300-foot elevated walkway through the Grove of Titans in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, part of Redwood National and State Parks in Del Norte County. This work is phase one of a three-year, $3.5-million project organized and implemented by California State Parks, Save the Redwoods League, Redwood Parks Conservancy and the National Park Service. The project, first announced in November 2018, was conceived to provide environmentally sensitive access to the Grove of Titans and adjacent forest. Thousands of visitors have been finding their way on “social trails” or unofficial pathways since the location of the grove was first shared online in 1998, which has caused considerable damage over time, according to a California State Parks press release.

“Instead of looking like a prehistoric and pristine forest, it’s been looking increasingly like the L.A. freeway system,” said Brett Silver, deputy district superintendent of California State Park’s North Coast Redwoods District. “I know it will be frustrating for people not to have access during this extended construction period. We ask all visitors for their patience and cooperation, as we work to preserve and protect this incredible place for future generations to enjoy.” The renovation project will establish official, safe access to the Grove of Titans; provide ecosystem protections for the trees; and provide visitor services and amenities, including a new restroom facility where the Mill Creek Trail meets Howland Hill Road, said the state parks agency. During construction, the area around the

Grove of Titans will be fenced and closed. Park visitors in violation of the posted closure will be subject to a citation, according to the parks system. Mill Creek Trail will be closed from Howland Hill Road to the Smith River through the anticipated completion date of May 2021. Park visitors may use the nearby Boy Scout Tree, Nickerson Ranch, Little Bald Hills or Stout Grove trails, which are accessible from Howland Hill Road. For more recommendations on trail alternatives to avoid the potentially hazardous construction area, go to the California State Parks website at www.parks.ca.gov. The Grove of Titans was identified deep in the old-growth forests of Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park in 1998. Following the unofficial publication of its location, in print and online, visitation increased dramatically

over 20 years, with peak summer travel of 13,000 cars per month along Howland Hill Road, often resulting in gridlock. The parks agency said that over the years, a complex web of “social” trails has formed, with the resulting influx of foot traffic destroying understory plants and compacted soil. California Parks said the unsupervised foot traffic has inhibited the uptake of water and nutrients by the shallow roots of the redwoods threatening the long-term survival of the Grove of Titans itself. Additionally, unplanned trails can cause soil erosion and corresponding runoff affecting streams where coho and steelhead live, feed and spawn. For more information, go to SaveTheRedwoods.org/Titans or GroveofTitans.org.

Harpists delight Curry, Del Norte county residents Jessica Goddard Staff Writer The sun gleamed through the library windows, resting on fraying book covers and catching dust midair. Soft sounds tickled listeners’ ears as Lisa Lynne’s fingers picked the harp strings. For one afternoon, the Del Norte County Library was transformed into an ethereal concert hall, as musician Lynne led two free harp workshops. Groups of residents young and old came to hear the music on Monday and take a curious look at the strings themselves. Lynne and her husband, Aryeh Frankfurter, are a multiinstrument musical duo based in Oregon. They took the week to tour three different libraries – in Crescent City, North Bend and Gold Beach

– before performing at the Yachats Celtic Music Festival last Friday. In an intimate performance at the Crescent City Cultural Center, hosted by Friends of the Del Norte Library, the couple played original and historic Swedish and Irish tunes on an array of instruments, including the nyckelharpa, a traditional Swedish instrument. Before the evening performance, Lynne lead two harp workshops at the library in which she taught the basics of playing the instrument. “I’ve been doing it for such a long time, I know exactly how to get people to feel comfortable right away,” she said. Harp workshops are her specialty, especially those for healing purposes. Not that that was always the case. In the 1990s, she traveled the country street performing, and

making her way in the competitive world of music, before signing with a record label. It wasn’t until 1999 that her focus switched to music as an avenue of healing. In April, she received a phone call from a family in Colorado, the Hocchalters. The shooting at Columbine High School in Colorado had just occurred, the first mass school shooting of its kind. The Hocchalters called her asking for more of her music – it was the only sound that could soothe their daughter, Anne Marie, a Columbine student who had survived two gunshots Lynne did more than offer more music. She played for Anne Marie in person and ended up giving her a harp of her own. This experience inspired Lynne to help others heal through music. She tried it

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next at her grandmother’s retirement home, then at hospitals, schools and mental health facilities. The more places she visited, the more press she got. The more press she got, the more people donated harps. Now, her trailer carries about 20 harps that she takes with her to workshops. She likes teaching others the harp because it sounds good as soon as one begins to play, unlike, say, the violin. With her collection of harps, she believes she can “show everyone that they have music in them “My goal is just to show everybody, just remind everyone, of the universal language [of music] and to use music in your life. We don’t want to lose touch with how important music is,” Lynne said. She and her husband, who also has an extensive musical history, now live on a farm in Monroe, Oregon, where they play music together and where she continues to provide healing services through music. “All of these programs, all of this music … it’s all because of [Anne Marie Hoc-

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n Music Continued from Page A1 a view expressed by some of the board. Other trustees thought it worth continuing, and possibly even expanding beyond the concert series’ original mission and scope of bringing quality, live, acoustic music to their community. Current organization president Dave Manzella summed up the majority opinion: “We have organically fallen into a formula that works in bringing wonderful musicians to the area for our community to be enriched by,” he said. “It’s too good a thing to stop!” The board has since reorganized, with renewed enthusiasm and an eye to plugging the holes left by the Stansells’ departure. What has emerged is a board that combines the institutional knowledge of some longtime members with a fresh enthusiasm and views of some new, younger trustees. Longtime board members Manzella and Linda Elfman, the secretary/treasurer, have been with the organization from day one, and lend their experience to booking and promoting the bands. Other long-term board members are Philip Smith, who designs and prints posters and tickets for the shows, and Hap Freiberg, who serves as the Brookings connection and heads up the post-show clean-up crew. Laura Middleton, the Stansells’ daughter, literally grew up with the shows. She works with booking the bands, keeping her family tied to the concert series. The board is rounded out by newer board members such as Corey Simonson and Lanier. Simonson, a Gold Beach Junior High School science

teacher, has overseen the purchase, installation and overall upgrade of the sound system. He and Dylan Vila share sound production and mixing duties for the shows. Lanier tries to get the word out about the Pistol River group and its upcoming shows through newsletters and press releases to various media outlets in the area. Visiting musicians are treated like family, which is one of the unusual aspects of the Pistol River shows that has bands asking to be booked. Meals, beds and privacy in actual homes are part of the deal, a welcome change from hotels and restaurants that are the norm on tour. The bulk of that hospitality in recent years was supplied by the Stansell family. Another board member, Eric Nyman, and his wife, Adele, have taken over meal duties, hosting pre-show dinners for the bands this summer and fall. Scott Thiemann works to find folks in the community willing to open their homes to weary musicians after their shows. The two other critical ingredients that are part of the mix for the winning formula are Pistol River’s location on the map and the venue for the shows there. The south coast is known for being hard to get to from anywhere. Les Stansell once described Pistol River as “conveniently isolated along the West Coast.” But if you’re a band touring the area, the spot has some advantages. Roughly halfway between San Francisco and Seattle, Pistol River offers a good place to fill in a show while traveling between those two big cities. The Pistol River Friendship Hall may seem an unassuming and unimpressive place. But what the smallish, older building lacks in outer appeal is made up for with the intimacy it offers for live

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Board members of Pistol River Concert Association are determined to keep the organization going for another 37 years. Left to right are Eric Nyman, Philip Smith, Dave Manzell, Linda Elfman, Hap Freiberg and Mark Lanier. Photo courtesy Pistol River Concert Association.

music. The front-row seats are less than 10 feet from performers and with seating limited to 125, there are no bad seats in the house. Add to that audiences that are appreciative and quiet – except for any band-encouraged clapping, dancing or singalongs. With all of that, the Friendship Hall becomes a quaint and cozy venue where musicians love to perform. With the small stage and close audience, the genre of choice over the years has been acoustic folk. But plenty of bluegrass, blues, country, and swing bands

have had their music echoing through the hall. Past-president Glenn Elfman helped broaden the musical spectrum during his tenure, recruiting New World sounds found in international acts from Ireland, China, Peru and Africa. The quality of the music and professionalism of the musicians that grace the Friendship Hall stage never ceases to amaze. Many of the players who have performed in Pistol River have gone on to make big waves in the musical world, several becoming Grammy winners. Past acts include Dar

Williams, Greg Brown, Tony Rice and Peter Rowan, Mike Seeger, Chris Smither, Robin and Linda Williams, and Garnett Rogers, to name but a few. “Thirty-seven years is a long time to keep anything going, especially an organization reliant on volunteers and contributions,” Lanier said. “But as long as the mission keeps being about the music, there’s no reason to think (we) won’t be around for 37 more.” The next artists, appearing at 8 p.m. Nov. 16 at the Pistol River Friendship Hall, will be Ryan McKasson,

Eric McDonald and Jeremiah McLane, who combine vocals with fiddle and accordion to “purposefully explore the dark corners floating on the edges” of traditional mastery, according to the group’s publicity materials. Tickets are $20 and available online, or at Gold Beach Books and Wright’s Custom Framing in Brookings. The Friendship Hall is at 24252 Carpenterville Rd., south of Pistol River. Visit pistolriver.com or call 541-247-2848 for more information.

Help sought in bald eagle killing Oregon State Police Fish and Wildlife troopers are asking the public’s assistance after a bald eagle was illegally shot and killed on Lower Cow Creek Road near West Fork Cow Creek Road in Douglas County. At approximately 9 a.m. Nov. 7, Fish and Wildlife troopers said they responded to reports of a bald eagle that had been shot. Examination by the troopers and personnel from Umpqua Wildlife Res-

cue determined the protected bird had been killed by a firearm a day or two earlier. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to a criminal conviction of the person(s) responsible for the shooting. The bird is protected by the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Killing or possessing a

bald eagle, or its parts, is a violation of both measures, punishable by imprisonment of up to one year and a fine of up to $100,000. Anyone with pertinent information has been asked to contact Senior Trooper Kyle Bachmeier or Senior Trooper Curtis Weaver through the Turn in Poachers hotline at 1-800-452-7888, or *OSP (mobile).

Brookings realtor Vandermeer honored Jeremy C. Ruark Pilot Editor

The Curry County Board of Realtors has presented Cy Vandermeer of Brookings with the group’s Lifetime Achievement Award on Oct. 17. The award recognizes an individual who has significantly contributed to the board of realtors and the community. According to guidelines for the award, the recipient has demonstrated high principles, faithfulness to laws and regulations of

the board’s code of ethics, and admirable service to clients and the board. “He conducts business with the utmost professionalism and is always looking out for his clients,” said Blue Pacific Reality administrative assistant Renee Pletcher. Vandermeer is a residential, commercial and raw-lands realtor who has been conducting business in Brookings for the past 17 years. He has served as board treasurer, president and state director to the

Oregon Association of Realtors, and was elected by his peers as Realtor of the Year in 2006, 2007 and 2015. Vandermeer also is a bus driver for the BrookingsHarbor School District. He said he began that duty several years ago. “The regular route drivers get full benefits, and being a self-employed realtor, it was a good way to cover my wife and myself with full benefits,” Vadermeer said. “But also, since all my 14 grandchildren live out of

town, it’s a good way for me to see children aging and see how my grandchildren would be growing in a similar situation.” Vandermeer is a worship leader at Calvary Assembly of God Church and sings from time to time in the community. He relocated to Brookings in 1997 after growing up in a small community in the Santa Cruz Mountains. He said he plans to retire as a realtor on Nov. 30.

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Rene and Dick Braden have quite the view from their home in Smith River. On a beautiful day, like Nov. 3, they can even see the St. George Reef Lighthouse. “I can see the lighthouse from my kitchen window. I’ve long wanted to go,” Rene Braden said. “A neighbor asked if I’d ever been out there. I told him I had not.” Now, the Bradens can say they have been. The two paid to take a tourist helicopter flight to the historic lighthouse that’s sponsored by the St. George Reef Lighthouse Preservation Society. “I’m really glad I went. It was awesome. It was really beautiful,” Rene Braden said. “I want to stress that the guys work really hard out there. They’ve done a ton to update it,” Dick Braden added. The St. George Reef Lighthouse Preservation Society has been ferrying volunteer craftsmen out to renovate the lighthouse since 1988.

The St. George Reef Lighthouse was built in the wake of the crash of the Steamer Brother Jonathan in 1865, when 209 seamen lost their lives to the “Dragon Rocks.” It took 10 years to construct, located 7 1/2 miles off the coast of Crescent City, at an estimated cost of $704,634. The U.S. Lighthouse Service manned it with keepers until 1939, when it merged with the U.S. Coast Guard during wartime. The Coast Guard decommissioned the lighthouse in 1975. The original 6,000-pound lens, crafted in France with its 504 hand-cut prisms, is now on display at the Del Norte County Museum in Crescent City. In the years after the Coast Guard left, the St. George Reef Lighthouse fell into deterioration from disuse, before the preservation society took up its renovation efforts. However, the society is allowed to access the lighthouse only via helicopter, in November through April, according to founder Guy Towers. “Why did (the renovation)

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November 12 UPCOMING Chetco Activity Center EVENTS: Tuesday Weekly Regular Events: Beginning Ukulele - 1-2pm in the dining rm Games - 12:30pm in the lounge Bridge - 11am - 4:30pm Yoga Fit - 5pm Menu: Beef Ravioli, Garlic Bread, Normandy Vegetable Blend, & Butterscotch Pudding

SWOCC & Beyond - Community Speakers - Office Ray Marrington: Protecting yourself from Cyber Crime - Just the Basics - 6pm @ Curry Campus Krieger Community Rm, 96082 Lone Ranch Parkway, Brookings - For more info call: 541-813-1667 Overeaters Anonymous meets Tues. @ 1pm Annex building next to the library. Questions call: Colleen @ 541-469-9790 Vietnam Veterans Gen. Mtg. @ 6pm for current/ prospective members. All Vets/Spouses Welcome!! For more info call: 541254-1002 - Lower Lvl. Brookings Elk Lodge Masonic Lodge: Meets in Brookings @ 7:30pm - All Masons Welcome! For more info call: 541469-3454 - Sidney Croft Masonic Lodge

November 13

Chetco Activity Center Wednesday Weekly Regular Events: Tai Chi - 9am & 10:30 am Walk with Ease - 10:30am (Azalea Park - cancel if rain) Pinochle - 12:30pm in the lounge Yoga - 3:30pm in room B Menu: Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Green Bean Almandine & Guardians Cake & Ice Cream Coast Orchid Club meets @ 12pm - Evergreen Bank Conference Rm.

Curry County American Legion Post 76, Port Orford - Invite ALL Veterans to dinner mtg. - Nov. 19 @ 6pm - Port Orford American Legion Hall, 421 11th St. - Dinner followed by POW/MIA Ceremony & Meeting - Please RSVP to Linda Nelson, Adjunct @ 541-290-8169

November 14

The Friends of Chetco Community Public Library - Book sale - Nov. 14-17 @ 10am -4pm on Thurs., Fri. & Sat. and 12-3pm on Sun (for the $2 bag sale) - For more info: Chetco Library 541-469-7738 Chetco Activity Center Thursday Weekly Regular Events: Mah Jong - 12:30pm in the lounge Bridge - 11am - 4:30pm Yoga Fit - 5pm Menu: Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Seasoned Corn & Jell-O SWOCC & Beyond - Invites you to learn about the world around you FREE of charge - November Series will feature: MUSHROOMS - W/Kathleen Dickson - 2:30-4pm - Curry Campus, 96082 Lone Ranch Parkway, Brookings - Lecture - Field Trip Food Demonstration - For more info call: 541-8131667 Cookbook Club Meetup: The Theme is Pumpkin - Curry Public Library, 94341 Third St., Gold Beach - 5:30pm - For more info call the library @ 541247-7246 TOPS OR 0432 - 8-9:30 am - 2nd floor Activity Rm @ Seaview Senior Center - For more info: Call 541469-4457 or 541-251-3775 Cribbage - Thursdays @ 5:30pm @ the Grange ACC Grass Roots Club

November 15 Chetco Activity Center Friday Weekly Regular Events: Popcorn in the dining rm Tai Chi - 9 am & 10:30am Walk with Ease - 10:30am (Azalea Park - cancel if rain) BINGO - 12pm in the dining rm Rummy - 12:30pm in the lounge Tai Chi - 1pm in room B Menu: Herb Baked Fish, Turmeric Rice, Prince William Vegetable Blend, & Assorted Desserts

Brookings-Harbor Lions Club 1st Annual Scholarship Fundraiser - Turkey BINGO - Sat., Nov 16 @ Chetco Activity Center, 550 Chetco Lane. Doors open @ 3:30pm - 14 games start 4pm

Friends of Unitarian Universalist Fellowship - 10:30 am @ Anchor Gallery, 615 Chetco (next to Pacific Sushi). Join us for a meaningful hour followed by coffee and lively conversation.

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Del Norte Senior Center Activities: Boon Dock Band @ 12am -12pm Karaoke @ 1pm Craft & Coloring @ 1-2:30pm Menu: Eldorado Chili, Tossed Salad w/tomatoes & peppers, Cornbread & Fruit

Del Norte Senior Center Activities: Crochet & Knitting @ 2-4pm Menu:Spinach Quiche, Rosemary Potatoes, Harvest Muffin & Spicy Fruit Compote Salad Bar Lighthouse Quilt Guild - Open Sewing from 10 am - 4pm (as well as the Apprentice Program from 10 am - noon) Pregnancy Care Center offer FREE pregnancy tests from 10-3pm - 110 W Washington Blvd - Walkins Welcome - Call 707464-3233

HOG Meeting: All Harley Riders Welcome! We meet at the Spot Restaurant @ 6-8pm. For more info contact Dale Baker: 541412-7435

November 16

Stagelights Presents! Women in Music Showcase - 4-7pm @ The Chetco Grange Hall, 97895 Shopping Center Ave, Brookings - Hosting a Spaghetti Dinner for $10 - For more details check out the website @ stagelights.us

Pregnancy Care Center will offer free pregnancy tests from 10-3 Tues. - Thurs. Walk-ins Welcome. CallL 707-464-3233

Del Norte Senior Center Activities: Yoga @ 8:30am Chair Exercises @ 1011am Cards @ 12:30pm Turkey Bingo @ 1-3pm Menu: Chicken Marsala, Italian Mix, Pineapple Coleslaw & WW Pasta

TOPS - DN Quilt Guild, 201 Del Norte - 8-10am - weigh in @ 8-8:45am Meeting 9-10am.

November 15 Del Norte Senior Center Activities; Yoga @ 8:30am Chair Exercises @ 1011am Cards @ 12:30pm Legal Workshop by appt.

Hootenanny! Come join a singalong group second Sundays at the Second Street Gallery, 2-4pm -

Stagelights Presents! Women in Music Showcase - 4-7pm @ The Chetco Grange Hall, 97895 Shopping Center Ave. Brookings - Hosting a Spaghetti dinner for $10 - Check the website for details: stagelights.us Del Norte Senior Center Activities: Belly Dancing @ 10 am 12pm Mindfulness Mediation Group: 10-11:15am - Learn to lower stress, focus & relax - Yoga Studio at F & Second St. For questions, call Robin at 707-9519420. Del Norte Association of Cultural Awareness (DNACA) is pleased to announce its 37th Performance Series: Sat., Nov. 16 - Welcome back California Guitar Trio, a Del Norte audience favorite.

Lighthouse Quilt Guild Sewing on Veteran’s Quilts - Materials are provided by the Guild - For more info contact Karen @ 707-2186333

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50th Annual Brooking Harbor Community Christmas Bazaar will be held from 9am - 5pm at Azalea Middle School gym & BHHS cafeteria. This is the BIG one!! 100+ vendors of only handmade, original arts and crafts. BUY LOCAL BUY HANDMADE!!

November 16

Upcoming Music at Port O’ Pints: Nov. 14 - Shawn & Luke Nov. 15 - SPUNJ Nov. 16 - The Mighty Steelheads Nove. 21 - Marc Holyoak Nov. 22 - Jason Dea West Nov. 23 - Bob, Al, Justin & Ross Nov. 29 - Spence Bros. Nov. 30 - Coast Countrymen

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Holiday Bazaar - Nov. 15-16 from 9am -2pm Smith River Methodist Church (1st & Beckstead) Homemade Soup & Bread Luncheon - 5 kinds of soup - Baked Good, Crafts, Assorted Treasurers

Pregnancy Care Center offer FREE pregnancy tests from 10-3pm - 110 W Washington Blvd - Walkins Welcome - Call 707464-3233

Brookings-Harbor Community Christmas Bazaar from 9am -5pm at BHHS & Azalea gym

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Sunrise Garden Club Wed. Nov 13 @ 12pm at the Harbor Art Gallery. - Christmas Craft project after mtg. - Bring hot glue gun if possible - Bring garden related item for raffle. More info call: 707457-3920

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Brookings Harbor Community Theater Presents: On Golden Pond - Weekends Nov. 8th - 17th - Fri & Sat @ 7pm - Sun. @ 2pm - Cost $15/Senior & Student $ 13 - Tickets @ Wright’s Custom Framing & Art, New Wave Video, and Brownppapertickets. com - 15542 Hwy 101 S. Brookings - For more info: 707-218-4324

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Nov. 10. Everyone Welcome - Bring an instrument or just your voice.

- 10 am - 3pm. For more info call: 541-661-3860

Del Norte Short Lines Railroad Club - 9am @ Apple Peddler - Looking for new members - For info call: 707-954-8009 Integral Yoga - 9-10am Beginning to intermediate yoga @ integral life practice - Yoga Studio @ F & Second - More info: Tedd @ 707-954-0953 Overeaters Anonymous - 10:30 -11:30 am @ St. Paul’s Espicopal Church, 220 E. Macken in Crescent City,CA. For more info call: Barbara 707-951-3341

November 17

Beginning Dance Lessons - The Crescent City Elks lodge is hosting beginning dance lesson in West Coast Swing - Nov. 10 & Nov. 17 from 3-5pm - Cost $7/ person - For more info call Carol at: 559-741-3601

WILD RIVERS COAST 5-DAY FORECAST Elkton

60/46 Coos Bay

TODAY

Clouds and breaks of sun

TONIGHT

WED

THU

Partly cloudy

Mostly cloudy

Brookings Comfort Index™

Crescent City

Comfort Index™

45 10

FRI

SAT

A shower in the morning; cloudy

Roseburg

Mostly cloudy

57/46

60/45

Bandon

56/46

45 8

RIVER LEVELS

Statistics through Sunday

TEMPERATURES

Sunday High Low Normal high/low Record high Record low Saturday High Low Normal high/low Record high Record low

PRECIPITATION Brookings Crescent City Eureka Gasquet Grants Pass Medford North Bend Redding Ukiah

Brookings 64 45 59/44 76 in 1969 34 in 1936 Brookings 56 47 59/44 78 in 1955 36 in 2005

Last 24 hours 0.00” 0.00” 0.00” 0.00” 0.00” 0.00” 0.00” 0.00” 0.00”

Crescent City 59 42 57/43 71 in 1950 20 in 2000 Crescent City 54 45 58/43 74 in 1996 33 in 1998

Season to date 6.68” 2.51” 1.51” 2.91” 0.23” 0.65” 2.40” 0.09” 0.05”

Normal to date 9.71” 7.35” 3.77” 9.96” 4.16” 1.97” 7.67” 3.34” 3.47”

Chetco (Brookings) Klamath (Klamath) Rogue (Agness) Smith (Jed. Smith) Smith (Dr. Fine Br.)

Sunrise Sunset Moonrise Moonset Full

Nov 12

Today 7:03 a.m. 4:59 p.m. 5:29 p.m. 7:00 a.m. Last

Nov 19

Wed. 7:04 a.m. 4:58 p.m. 6:04 p.m. 8:04 a.m. New

Nov 26

Thu. 7:05 a.m. 4:57 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 9:09 a.m. First

Dec 3

Current -0.01 -0.46 -0.01 -0.01 -0.03

Flood Stage —— 38.0 17.0 29.0 33.0

MARINE FORECAST Brookings Today: Wind north at 4-8 knots today. Seas 3-6 feet. Visibility clear. Wind northeast 4-8 knots tonight. Seas 4-8 feet. Partly cloudy. Tomorrow: Wind from the south at 4-8 knots tomorrow. Seas 4-7 feet. Visibility clear. Wind south 6-12 knots tomorrow night. Seas 3-6 feet. Clouds.

Crescent City Today: Wind north at 6-12 knots today. Seas 3-6 feet. Visibility clear. Wind north-northeast 4-8 knots tonight. Seas 4-8 feet. Low clouds. Tomorrow: Wind southwest at 3-6 knots tomorrow. Seas 4-7 feet. Visibility clear. Wind south 4-8 knots tomorrow night. Seas 3-6 feet. Overcast.

TIDES SUN & MOON

24 hour Change -0.85 8.30 2.64 4.78 11.70

Brookings Today Wednesday Thursday Friday

High a.m. p.m. 10:48 --12:07 --12:50 --1:36 12:27

Low a.m. p.m. 4:50 5:41 5:24 6:18 6:00 6:57 6:38 7:39

Crescent City Today Wednesday Thursday Friday

High a.m. p.m. 10:47 --12:06 --12:49 --1:35 12:26

Low a.m. p.m. 4:46 5:37 5:20 6:14 5:56 6:53 6:34 7:35

Port Orford

REGIONAL FORECAST

61/50

City

Today Hi Lo W

Wed. Hi Lo W

Thu. Hi Lo W

Astoria Bend Boise Burns Corvallis Elgin Eugene Hermiston Hood River Imnaha John Day Joseph Kennewick Medford Oakland Olympia Portland Salem Santa Rosa Smith River Ukiah Walla Walla

56 65 57 59 56 53 57 49 56 58 61 55 47 66 61 54 54 54 77 59 80 48

58 62 58 61 58 55 59 50 54 58 61 53 48 65 61 55 60 58 73 60 77 48

57 57 58 59 57 54 58 48 53 61 60 55 46 65 60 56 58 57 63 57 69 44

44 34 35 26 38 30 40 31 39 36 40 32 33 41 44 35 46 39 45 45 42 31

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Shady Cove

67/41

Grant Pass

Eagle Point

71/47

Gold Beach

57/48

Jacksonville

65/39

69/44 Medford

66/37

Brookings

Ashland

60/45

67/42

Cave Junction

66/42

Harbor

58/45 Yreka

Happy Camp

67/35

70/43

55/44

REGIONAL CITIES

Rogue River

66/39

Crescent City

r c c c c c c c c c c pc c pc c r sh r pc c pc c

67/46 Glendale

57/49

Brookings: Clouds and breaks of sun today. Partly cloudy tonight. Mostly cloudy tomorrow. Crescent City: Mostly cloudy today into tomorrow. Partly to mostly cloudy tomorrow night. Gasquet: Mostly cloudy today, but the afternoon will be comfortable. Partly cloudy tonight. Gold Beach: Variable cloudiness today. Partly cloudy tonight. Mostly cloudy tomorrow. Klamath: Mostly cloudy today. Partly to mostly cloudy tonight. Mostly cloudy tomorrow. Port Orford: Cloudy this morning, then becoming partly sunny. Partly cloudy tonight. Smith River: Rather cloudy today. Partly to mostly cloudy tonight. Mostly cloudy tomorrow.

44 36 34 25 43 37 43 33 39 38 37 34 31 37 42 39 43 43 46 45 44 35

Canyonville

Powers

66/49

Comfort Index takes into account how the weather will feel based on a combination of factors. A rating of 10 feels very comfortable while a rating of 0 feels very uncomfortable.

ALMANAC

63/44

Coquille

Montague

67/31 Shown is today’s weather. Temperatures are today’s highs and tonight’s lows.

Etna

70/39

Trinidad

56/46

McKinleyville

56/44 Arcata

Eureka

57/44

57/45

Weaverville

72/40 Fortuna

60/44

Weather(W): s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy, c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms, r-rain, sf-snow flurries, sn-snow, i-ice

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Misc Services Contractor Carpenter Wayne Baker No job too small or big Licensed in Oregon CCB#99945 541-661-9062

James Elmer Schauer Tree Service Licensed, bonded & insured. CCB # 215967 541-373-9273

302

Personals

Does Someone’s Drinking Bother You?? Call Al-Anon/Alateen 707-951-6759.

502

Help Wanted

Alber Seafood is looking for a maintenance person with working knowledge of refrigeration, electric, mechanics, construction and plumbing. Must be able to multi-talk & work well in a fast paced environment. No calls. Apply at 161 Starfish Way, Crescent City, CA Alber Seafoods is currently taking applications for the 2019 crab season. Looking for crew members, crew leader & support management. Must enjoy a fast aced work environment and be able to work as a team. No phone calls. Apply in person at 161 Starfish Way, Crescent City, CA

AQUATICS SUPERVISOR (FULL-TIME $39,124 $47,569 annual salary). The job announcement describing qualifications, a City application and supplemental questions are available at www. crescentcity.org or City of Crescent City, Human Resources Department, 377 J Street, Crescent City, CA 95531 (707) 464-7483, ext. 233. Application Deadline Monday, December 2, 2019, at 5:00 p.m. Experienced Jewelry Sales Persons. Must have knowledge of all types of gold & silver jewelry - wedding sets, etc. Must be bondable, have computer experience, no criminal record, & reliable transportation required. Excellent Salary + Commissions on all sales. Year round, part time & full time available. Please send resume & references to: leenickel@yahoo.com Integrated Case Worker I/II Department of Health and Human Services For more information, visit Del Norte County’s Employment Opportunities site at www.dnco.org. All applications must be submitted to CalHR via the online application system at: https://www. governmentjobs.com/ careers/mss. Applications accepted until 11:59 p.m. on November 22, 2019. EOE Alber Seafood is looking for a maintenance person

502

602

Help Wanted

Boats & Motors

with working knowledge of refrigeration, electric, mechanics, construction and plumbing. Must be able to multi-task & work well in a fast paced environment. No calls. Apply at 161 Starfish Way, Crescent City, CA Alber Seafoods is currently taking applications for the 2019 crab season. Looking for crew members, crew leader &support management. Must enjoy a fast paced work environment and be able to work as a team. No phone calls. Apply in person at 161 Starfish Way, Crescent City

BC FISHERIES is hiring for plant workers. starting pay $15 an hr, looking for morning and evening. Contact office for further information 541412-7368 MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST Local non-profit agency is looking to hire a full time MFT, LCSW and or interns to provide mental health services for children and their families. Apply on our website remivistainc.org REHABILITATION SPECIALIST Local non-profit agency is looking to hire PT staff to provide mental health rehabilitation services to work in a mental health setting with children and their families. BA or AA Required. Apply at: www.remivistainc.net

The Del Norte Child Care Council is hiring for the following positions: Full-Time First 5 AmeriCorps/Wonder Bus Children’s Programming Part-Time Wonder Bus Driver. Applications are available at 212 K Street. Position to remain open until filled

600

Autos/Trade 2011 Toyota Sienna. Low mileage of 15,000 miles. Driven by disabled veteran in wheelchair. Complete automatic ramp, drivers swivel seat for easy access from wheelchair. Exc cond, gold color. Must sell, owner deceased. $29,000 OBO. Call 541-469-2016 to see.

1989 Challenger Alum. Boat. 302 Ford inboard/9.9 Merc. kicker. $13,000 OBO 541-247-2721

604

Recreational Vehicles

2003 Roadtrek Popular 190 camper, 71k miles full kitchen & bath. Sleeps 3, seats 3, awing, 2 tables, heat and air. $25,000. 559250-8616 Please leave message.

606

Campers & Trailers

2019 Toy hauler/ Camper Like New 7x16’ Tandem axle, quality cargo, trailer conversion, approx. 600 miles, LED lights, Elec. brakes, central heating $10,000 541-251-1151

608

Motorcycles

2000 HD 1200 Sportster. 14,000 orig. miles. $4,500. 541-661-3024

618

Domestic Autos

1994 Saturn 4 door, Sedan, 5 spd, 4 cyl., 1.9L, SOHC, fuel inj., 93330 miles, radio, p/b, Very clean, no rust, glass, paint, tires, body good! Oregon title, $2450. 541-412-8945

2005 Infiniti G35 Coupe with 80,000 miles, SMOG ready w/Carfax $6,000 OBO, 707-954-4252

700

Misc/Trade

Beige recliner, very good condition. Non-smokers. $99 Brookings 541-2544609 Organic Apples & Asian Pears $5 for 10lbs Call 707-218-7505

Shipping Containers for sale. Available in both 20’ and 40’ used and new condition. For pricing and available inventory please call. Delivery is included. 541-254-1903

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700

RV Space for Rent

Schwinn mountain bike. Aluminum 15” w/ front shock. $90. 541-709-0101

Two Cuiro Cabinets, 1. $40 and 1 $75. Lighted, mirror and glass. 707-954-4078 Wooden Dining Room Table-Oval 5x3.5 in. in good condition $50 707-487-6027 or 707-218-6543

736

1 pet allowed upon approval. River Bend Terrance97864 Payne Rd. off So. Bank Chetco Call: Ralph@ 541-251-3334

832

Commercial Space

Storefront for rent in a great location in downtown Brookings. 1200 sq. ft with w/s paid. Contact: 541-469-1899

880

AKC yellow lab puppies, 5 males, 2 females, $1050 males, $1100 females. Hip Penn on Dam, OFA hips sire excellent, lots of championships in sire’s pedigree. Accepting $200 deposit now. 707-458-5187 call or text.

750

Misc For Sale

Wilson golf clubs and bag, $30. 541-469-4948

804

Apts Unfurnished

Upstairs apartment downtown Brookings. $600/mo. + $1000 deposit, W/S pd. NO PETS OR SMOKING Call: 541-469-1899

819

RV Space for Rent

RV Space for Rent in 55 or older park. Unit must be clean and well kept. Full laundry, facilities, pet area, 50-amp hookups, elec. prorated, $335/mo., incl. wireless & cable.

Crescent City 3 bed/1bath, garage, fenced yard, pellet & electric heat. Clean, move in Ready. No dogs/HUD $1275/mo 707-218-5815

937 Chetco Ave., Suite A Brookings

541-469-7400

311 Birch St. 4bd, 1.5 ba, bonus rm, garage, pets negotiable, Rent determined by length of lease.................Please call or check our website for pricing. 735 2nd St. 2-story Duplex, 3bd, 1.5ba, garage, W/S/yard care pd.............$1325/mo. COMMERCIAL 1240 J Chetco Ave. 220 sq ft, great for retail/office, has loading area, water/sewer included....$1250/mo.

STORAGE UNITS AVAILABLE Assorted Sizes Available For more listings see our website: www.PremierProperties Brookings.com Yvonne Dunn Rigotti Principal Broker Licensed in the State of Oregon

880

Misc for Rent Crescent City Apt-3bd/1.5ba $845 Apt-1bd/1ba $675 Cottage-2bd/1.5ba $785 House-5bd/1.5ba $1100 No drugs/smoking 55 & older preference Call Stephanie 707-954-9473

902

Homes for Sale

1340 Sandman Rd. Stunning home with all the amenities & situated in a serene & private Redwood Setting. Quality built & well appointed throughout, this home features an updated kitchen with granite counter-tops, stainless appliances, lg downstairs master ensuite with walk-in closet, livingroom

Misc for Rent

Pets

2 Story 3bd/2.5bth on Northbank Rd $1350/mo Call 707-357-1223

Electric lift chair, blue, large, overstuffed, good condition. FREE. 541-813-1200 FREE - Upright Piano 541-469-4939

Free moving boxes, in Gold Beach. 541-280-5513

Port of Brookings Harbor is requesting contractor proposals for Port Security Camera System. The work associated with this project will consist of, but is not limited to, the furnishing of all labor, material, equipment and supervision to install the security camera system. Questions or scheduling site visit regarding this work or proposal, please contact Gary Dehlinger or Travis Webster at 541-469-2218. Request for Proposals Proposals must be submitted to the Port Office located at 16330 Lower Harbor Road, Brookings Oregon on or before 2:00 p.m. on November 18, 2019. Note: The Port of Brookings Harbor reserves the right to waive or reject any or all proposals and reserves the right to negotiate with any terms with any selected proposer. Publish Nov. 9, 12, 13, 2019 2019 P265371

PUBLIC LEGAL NOTICE

$2,000 $500 $8,000

Under applicable law, the County will be authorized to sell these parcels on or after November 28, 2019, at a private sale, at such price as the Board of County Commissioners deems reasonable.

Publish November 12, 2019 P265593

902

Homes for Sale

has slate fireplace & access to outdoor deck, den (currently 4th bedroom. Hardwood floors/carpet. Attached garage is 796 sq ft and detached garage/ shop, 352 sq ft, dog run & well maintained natural landscape with lots of redwoods.MLS 20190323 $479,000 Donna Zorn, Agent Ming Tree Real Estate 1000 Northcrest Dr., Crescent City Ph: 707-951-0857 or 4649741, #01221233 “TOP PRODUCER” DNC OVER 20 YEARS

The kitchen has a large island, dining area, built-in desk and huge pantry. Master suite w/ tray ceiling, recessed lights, large walk-in closet, en suite w/ jetted tub, shower & double vanity. Split floor plan offers plenty of privacy. Close to the stunning Smith River & Redwood National Forests! MLS 20190420 $469,000 Donna Zorn, Agent Ming Tree Real Estate 1000 Northcrest Dr., Crescent City Ph: 707-951-0857 or 4649741, #01221233 “TOP PRODUCER” DNC OVER 20 YEARS

165 Storm Way This light & bright 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home features hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings & a second story bonus room w/ half bath.

261 Church Tree Stunning home with all the amenities & situated in a serene

Proposals will be accepted up to November 29, 2019. No proposals will be accepted past 5:00 p.m. on November 29, 2019, no exceptions. Bidders may be required to comply with the Prevailing Wage Rate and the Davis-Bacon Act. ORCCA will not consider any proposal unless the contractor is licensed by the Construction Contractors Board in Oregon. Contractors must not be debarred or suspended to do business in the State of Oregon, or be federally debarred or suspended. An optional pre-bid conference will be held November 18, 2019 at 1 pm at the main offices of ORCCA. Specifications for the work and a full RFP packet may be reviewed at the ORCCA offices between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. or information can be mailed or emailed upon request. Small and minority businesses and women’s business enterprises are encouraged to apply. A full RFP will be posted to the ORCCA web site located at https://www.orcca.us/ under the RFP section. All questions and comments must be in writing and directed to: Ashley Horath Energy Services Coordinator Oregon Coast Community Action Essential Services Department (541) 435-7750 1855 Thomas Ave. Coos Bay, OR. 97420 www.orcca.us

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Cabinet - 82x36x19 2 lights, mirrored back, 4 glass doors. Excellent condition $99 541-661-4944

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Oregon Coast Community Action (ORCCA), a non-profit corporation located in Coos Bay, OR is seeking proposals for independent licensed contractors to provide weatherization services in Coos and Curry Counties.

Has applied for an Oregon Title V Operating Permit Renewal

Publish November 12, 2019 P265540

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Request for Proposals – Weatherization Services

Pacific Wood Laminates’

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Pursuant to ORS 275.225, the Board of Curry County Commissioners has announced its intent to conduct private sales on parcels of real property in Curry County. The parcels are assessed at less than $15,000 and are unsuitable for the construction or placement of a dwelling under applicable zoning ordinances and building codes.

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To place an ad call: 902 To place an Visit us 999 at: 902 902 902 902ad online: 902 999 Placing a Homes Homes for Sale for Sale 541-813-1717 Homes for Sale Homes for Sale Homes for Sale Homes for Sale 15957Public Public Notices US Notices Hwy 101., Harbor, OR www.CurryPilot.com Classified ad is 707-460-6727 501 H. St., Crescent City, CA description available & private Redwood has vaulted ceilings. A many beaches and Cell: 541-813-9261 â€˘ sliding door opens up CRESCENT CITY Garage still under www.Triplicate.com EASY andbigFAST at thep.m. Harbor Office, Setting. Quality built fenced yard, deck Mon.-Fri. all Brookings 8:30 has to a.m.-5 Office: 541-412-9535 to a deck with views Mon.-Fri. HARBOR DISTRICT construction Certificate p.m. 8:30 a.m.-5 Anytime & well appointed throughout, this home features an updated kitchen with granite counter-tops, stainless appliances, lg downstairs master ensuite with walk-in closet, livingroom has slate fireplace & access to outdoor deck, den (currently 4th bedroom. Hardwood floors/carpet. Attached garage is 796 sq ft and detached garage/ shop, 352 sq ft, dog run & well maintained natural landscape with lots of redwoods. MLS 20190578 $579,000 Donna Zorn, Agent Ming Tree Real Estate 1000 Northcrest Dr., Crescent City Ph: 707-951-0857 or 4649741, #01221233 â€œTOP PRODUCERâ€? DNC OVER 20 YEARS BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM HOME! 857 Jodee Lane, Brookings, OR Outstanding neighborhood close to beaches and shopping! Beautiful custom home with new carpets throughout and freshly painted inside and out. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, with a generous master bdrm, bath and walk in closet. Nice Granite kitchen has double ovens, island, eating bar, lots of storage, walk in pantry and a kitchen nook. Formal dining room. The spacious living room

and a green house too! MLS 19506247 $429,000 Jude Hodge, Broker RE/MAX Coast & Country Cell: 541-813-9261 â€˘ Office: 541-412-9535 www.HomeWithJude .com Text OREGON COAST to 90210 for more listings!!

BROOKINGS GEM! 520 Redwood Street A Jewel in the Heart of Brookings, OR, with Ocean Views to boot. This truly charming home has been well-maintained; pride of ownership with a lot to offer. Main floor has huge master bedroom and bath, bright, spacious kitchen with ample cabinets, and beautiful living and dining room with original hardwood floors. Upstairs has 3 bedrooms, Ocean Views, bath with clawfoot tub, and den. Garden, front porch, decks, and so much more! MLS# 19624580, $385,000 Stephanie Lent Brookings Realty Group Brokered by EXP Realty 831-331-5543 â€˘ Licensed in Oregon GREAT OPPORTUNITY! 222 Del Norte Lane #4, Brookings, OR Bright and spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in a convenient location, close to

offer. Scenic river, harbor and mountain views from upstairs deck. Well laid out, upstairs has nice open concept living area, a master bedroom with ocean view and bath. Downstairs has large bed and bath, secure entry from 2-car garage. Lots of closets/ storage. New siding on NW side and SW side. Must see! MLS# 19041385, $184,500 Stephanie Lent Brookings Realty Group Brokered by EXP Realty 831-331-5543 â€˘ Licensed in Oregon

NEW CONSTRUCTION! New Construction, 1512 Sq ft, 3 bedroom 2 bath home with an attached 2 car garage. Private corner flag lot, located in Harbor in a nice quiet location. Gorgeous Granite countertops throughout, Stainless Steel appliances, beautiful cabinetry, abundant storage and great finishes! Close to The Port of Brookings, local beaches and shopping.

of Occupancy will be issued prior to closing. MLS 19532236 $339,900 Jude Hodge, Broker RE/MAX Coast & Country Cell: 541-813-9261 â€˘ Office: 541-412-9535 www.HomeWithJude .com Text OREGON COAST to 90210 for more listings!!

NEW UNDER CONSTRUCTION! 7164 Vista Ridge Dr, Brookings New Under Construction! 9 foot high walls and vaulted ceilings. Open concept floor plan, gourmet kitchen with gorgeous soapstone countertops, high end SS appliances and a pantry. Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, beautiful fixtures and details in this 3 bedroom 2 bath home located in a nice neighborhood just minutes from Harris Beach. Master suite has a large walk in closet and a spa inspired bathroom. Completion before 2020. MLS 19625555 $457,000 Jude Hodge, Broker RE/MAX Coast & Country

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE BROOKINGS PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held before the Brookings Planning Commission on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers of Brookings City Hall, 898 Elk Drive, Brookings, OR 97415.

www.HomeWithJude .com Text OREGON COAST to 90210 for more listings!!

OCEANVIEW CUSTOM HOME 15696 Upper Benham Ln, Brookings, OR Oceanview custom home situated in a beautiful neighborhood! 3 bedroom 2 bath home with fine amenities! Spacious kitchen has tile flooring, quartz countertops, induction cooktop, built in convection oven, warming drawer and high end appliances. The master suiteâ€™s FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Pelican Beach Suites

The public is invited to attend and participate in the public hearing. All persons wishing to address this matter will have an opportunity to do so in person at the hearing or by submitting written evidence to the Brookings Planning Department at the address above. If you wish to speak at the hearing, you will be asked to sign in and afforded five (5) minutes to speak. Failure to raise an issue accompanied by statements or evidence sufficient to afford the Planning Commission and parties an opportunity to respond to the issues precludes appeal to the Oregon Land Use Board of Appeals (LUBA).

The following person/s is/are doing business as: Pelican Beach Suites 16855 US Hwy 101 N Smith River, CA 95567 This Business is conducted by: married couple The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: 04/01/2019

Signed: Sandra Dawood Younan Dawood This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 10/18/2019

A copy of the application, all documents and evidence submitted on behalf of the applicant is available for public inspection at no cost at the Brookings Planning Department, 898 Elk Drive, Brookings, OR. The staff report prepared in this case will be available seven days prior to the hearing. Copies of documents may be obtained at reasonable cost.

All public meetings are held in accessible locations, auxiliary aids will be provided upon request with advance notification. Please contact 541-469-1103 to make appropriate arrangements or for additional information. TTY 800-735-1232.

Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder Claire Landay, Deputy File No. 20190106 Publish: 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/12/19 11/13/19

Publish: November 12 P265550

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Is accepting applications for PT/ FT Maintenance worker. This will be 40 hours per week. The starting pay varies with experience. Position requires working weekends and holidays. Applicants must have a valid California Driving license and be eligible (min. age 21) to be covered on the Districtâ€™s Auto Insurance. Must pass: Drug Test, Physical and Background Check. Applications and Job

101 Citizens Dock Rd, Crescent City, Ca 95531 or online at www.ccharbor.com Weekdays: 8am to 5pm. EOE Publish Nov 2,6,9,13, & 16, 2019 P264419 HARBOR WATER P.U.D.The Regular meeting of the Harbor Water P.U.D. Board of Directors is scheduled for Thursday November 14, 2019 at 6:30 pm in the Administrative Building 98069 W. Benham Lane-Harbor , Oregon. Publish: Nov 9, 2019 P.265423 NOTICE OF LIEN SALE Benner Mini Storage 1600 Breen Street Crescent City, CA 95531

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT F/V Patricia

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Redwood Coaching

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

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The following person/s is/are doing business as: Redwood Coaching 355 Forks Placer Mine Road Gasquet, CA 95543 This Business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: 11/28/2019 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). Signed: Judith Ramsey This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 10/28/2019 Alissia D. Northrup County Clerk-Recorder Damon Fletcher, Deputy File No. 20190108 Publish: 10/30, 11/6, 11/12, 11/19/19 11/13, 11/20/19 T264246

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The following person/s is/are doing business as: F/V Patricia 105 Lakeside Loop Crescent City, CA 95531

Household & Misc. Items Unit No. 032 David Burr 1224 Jordan St. Crescent City, CA 95531

This Business is conducted by: an individual

Household & Misc. Items Unit No. 305 Connie Burns 2355 Morehead Rd. Crescent City, CA 95531

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on: Not applicable

Household & Misc. Items Unit No. 322 Stephen McKinney 9825 Hwy 199 #9 Gasquet, CA 95543 Household & Misc. Items Unit No. 429 Alma Gonzalez 1661 Northcrest Dr.Spc 33 Crescent City, CA 95531

Household & Misc. Items Unit No. 1004/1091 Cynthia Stuart 1045 E. Condor St.#306 Crescent City, CA 95531 Household & Misc. Items Unit No. 1062 Terry Lewis 1224 Jordan St. Crescent City, CA 95531 Household & Misc. Items Unit No. 1136 Charles Richard King 2051 Low Divide Rd. Crescent City, CA 95531

Signed: Frank Dowd III This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Del Norte County on: 9/18/2019

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(top left) St. George Reef Lighthouse. (top right) A solar-powered lantern now runs non-stop at the St. George Reef Lighthouse. (left) A volunteer shows a historical display. (bottom) Helicopter tourist flights to the St. George Reef Lighthouse are hosted by the St. George Reef Lighthouse Preservation Society. (bottom right) A visitor takes a tour of the inside of the lighthouse.

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n Lighthouse Continued from Page A1 Terry McNamara has been volunteering since the beginning, and recruited his son to join the team of about six to eight at a time. “This place has always been interesting,” said Nick McNamara, a carpenter by trade, born and raised in Crescent City. “I saw it out there. It was always kind of a mystery. I thought would be cool to go out there. “You get here and actually see it, the craftsmanship is amazing. Not only do they not build it like this anymore, you couldn’t even find somebody to do this kind of work. All this stonework is a lost art.” Marilyn McLaughlin, who checks in tourists before they fly out to the lighthouse, used to cook meals for the renovation crews. She said the galley wasn’t an ideal workplace

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when she first began. “When the Coast Guard left in 1974, they just walked off. They left it a mess, with food and garbage everywhere. Our guys have done so much work out there. I would cook for a week at home, freeze it, then bring it to the lighthouse and cook it there.” These days, she leaves the cooking to Sal Hernandez. He’s been working on replacing the woodwork, cabinets and broken windows in the galley. “It’s a fully functioning kitchen. Everything except the refrigerator still works. We bring everything on ice,” Hernandez said. He also pulls double duty as a docent, playing a loop a video of “Last One Out Turn Out the Lights,” a documentary about the Coast Guard leaving the lighthouse. Towers said there is still an endless list of renovations to go. Nothing is finished. “The most complete jobs are lights installed and functioning utilities. The toilets work, lights work in all the rooms, and that’s major.

“You come out here and there’s no power, you’re in a world of hurt. Especially at night, these rooms are like a darkened cave,” Towers said. The preservation society gets nearly all of its renovation funding through the tours, with the occasional donation. Such as the $23,000 Towers said someone paid to cover the cost of moving the original lantern to the museum. Today, the light is solar powered. But the lantern room itself needs additional work. Towers said the replacement plexiglass corroded over the years. Now, they’re looking at replacing that with plate glass found in large homes that can withstand winds up to 80 mph. First-time visitor Felise Hart of Crescent City pitched a fundraising idea to Towers in between his historical tales. “I had some ideas to help raise more funds by promoting it at the farmers market with an information booth,” Hart said. “You’ve got all these tourists coming through there. Get them

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