Community makes Bald Eagle a success

To The Eagle:

Well, another Bald Eagle completed and unfortunately there are too many to thank personally so I will just say thanks to all who helped and participated. There is so much to do behind the scenes and most have no idea of the time committed to soliciting vendors, getting permits, right down to getting the garbage cans placed. It is overwhelming.

That is why I want to mention three people who every year around this time, give every waking moment to make sure this event is enjoyed by all and goes off without a hitch. Lynda Gerlach and Linda Barth, you two are the greatest and you both work so hard. Without you, it would not get done. And then of course, there is Sandi Benbrook Rieder, how do you do it? You are truly amazing. You give so much of your time to this community in so many ways and never ask for even a simple thank you. I think it is time you get at least that! Thank you! We all love you.

One more honorable mention needs to go out to my friend Bill Coons, who stands out in the sun from 9 a.m. till 5 p.m. every year manning the microphone. Thanks, Bill.

Bill Wilkins,

Cathlamet