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E.G.D.It’s National Lighthouse Day!
Posted by Jody on August 7, 2014
I can think of no other edifice constructed by man as altruistic as a lighthouse.
They were built only to serve. They weren’t built for any other purpose…
~ George Bernard Shaw
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Inside the Lighthouse
It’s not at all a scary climb in this historic lighthouse!
Yaquina Bay Lighthouse View
Here’s a look at the lovely view from the Yaquina Bay Lighthouse to the sandy beaches below.
“A piece of Oregon history sits atop a bluff at the mouth of the Yaquina River. It is the Historic Yaquina Bay Lighthouse, built in 1871 and decommissioned in 1874. It was officially restored as a privately maintained aid to navigation on December 7, 1996. It is believed to be the oldest structure in Newport. It is also the only existing Oregon lighthouse with the living quarters attached, and the only historic wooden Oregon lighthouse still standing.” Source: Friends of Yaquina Lighthouses
Helpful links: American Lighthouse Foundation
The Association of Lighthouse Keepers
The United States Lighthouse Society
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PigLove said
This is an awesome day!! XOXO – Bacon
Jody said
Yes, it is! 😉
Enchanted Seashells, Confessions of a Tugboat Captain's Wife said
LOVE lighthouses!
Jody said
Me too!!
anotherday2paradise said
I love lighthouses. How nice that they have their own special day. 🙂
Jody said
Me too! And the kids love them. It’s a family affair! 😉
Educationsupportuk said
Reblogged this on Educationsupportuk and commented:
I think we should also have national beach hut day.
Jody said
You bet! I’m a total beach hut nut! We don’t have them here in the US, but someday we’ll place one in our yard in a house near the sea. 🙂
Women in Poetry said
Thank you Jody for posting this. I used to live near there. I miss that place so much! Brings back memories. 🙂
Jody said
Oh, how lucky for you! The Oregon Coast is a favorite of ours!