The U.S. Coast Guard has a presence on the Olympic Peninsula. Their base is located on Ediz Hook in Port Angeles. Most boaters hope they never have to see them, but it’s comforting to know they’re there. They displayed one of their boats, above, at last year’s Lavender Faire. At another event, in Port Angeles, we saw a demonstration of a sea rescue using a helicopter.
These guys don’t scrimp on power. When they get in the water they can really move!
Impressive engines.
Although we made fun of the Coast Guard when I was in the Navy, we knew and know they do a fantastic job of guarding our coasts, patrolling our waters, and rescuing those in trouble on the seas. Nice shots!
I second Steffan, those engines look really powerful.
Neat photos. I must remember to take photos of the Canadian Coast Guard on the Great Lakes. Very cool idea.
Having lived in peninsula states for almost my entire life, I have a tremendous amount of respect for those who serve in the Coast Guard. Going out in 20-30 foot waves to rescue a distressed sailor? It makes me queasy just to think about it! God bless ’em.
Motors or engines? Whatever they’re called they must be very powerful!