2023 CAMM Conference at Astoria, Oregon
In April, Maritime Hawai‘i attended the Council of American Maritime Museums’ (CAMM) 2023 conference, which was held at the Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria, Oregon from April 19 to 21.
Astoria sunrise overlooking Pier 14, taken from Pier 12. Foss Maritime’s pilot boat, Connor Foss, is tied up at the pier. 19 April 2023.
The view east along the Astoria Riverwalk, which is a great way to see the sights along the waterfront. The historic Astoria Riverfront Trolley runs on the tracks at right. 19 April 2023.
Some of the old pilings that stand along the shore of the Columbia River at Astoria. They are interesting remnants of canneries and other waterfront buildings. 19 April 2023.
Ships at anchor in the Columbia River and old pilings. 19 April 2023.
This building, currently known as “Big Red,” was once the net loft of the Union Fishermen’s Cooperative Packing Company. It was badly damaged during a storm in 2007. 19 April 2023.
The sun sets beyond the Astoria-Megler Bridge. The bridge crosses the Columbia River and connects Astoria to Megler, Washington. 19 April 2023.
Columbia River Maritime Museum sign. 19 April 2023.
The pilot boat Peacock on display on the grounds of the Columbia River Maritime Museum. 19 April 2023.
Columbia River Maritime Museum’s dramatic display depicting a United States Coast Guard rescue at sea. It features the 44-foot USCG Motor Lifeboat 44300. 19 April 2023.
Connor Foss at the Pier 14 pilot station. 19 April 2023.
More to come from Astoria!
