To build a light-house at this place an appropriation of fifteen thousand dollars is recommended. Congress appropriated the requested $15,000 on March 2, 1867, and efforts began to secure a title to the desired parcel on Sturgeon Point. Plans for the lighthouse were approved July 6, 1868, and after a deed for just over sixty acres on the point ...
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Turn Point Light Station on Stuart Island is a lovely 3-mile hike from Prevost and Reid Harbors on Sucia Island Turn Point Light Station — adjacent to Stuart Island Marine State Park. To reach the Turn Point Light Station, dock at Prevost or Reid Harbor on Stuart Island Marine State Park and hike 3 miles to the western tip of the isle. The ...
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The Turn Point Lighthouse Restoration Society announced the opening of their museum at Turn Point on July 4, 2008. TPLPS, a non profit group, dedicated it to one of Turn Point Light keepers, Louis A. Borchers (1902-1923), who left a legacy of photographs, not only of Turn Point, but of various lighthouses throughout the northwest.
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Turn Point Lighthouse, accompanied by all the other buildings of this bygone era, are a popular attraction for visitors. Second only to the wild beauty of this island and the pods of resident Orcas that swim by almost daily. In fact, according to the Bergquists, over 3,000 tourists sign the guestbook each year but they think the actual …
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Go Hiking Trip Reports Turn Point Lighthouse Turn Point Lighthouse Wonderful little hike from Prevost or Reid Harbor. Walk up from the docks on either harbor, and along the Reid side is a trail going up along the hill.
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Nestled on the northeastern corner of Campbell Island along the picturesque Inside Passage of British Columbia's central coast, Dryad Point Lighthouse marks the junction of Lama Passage and Seaforth Channel. Originally named "Turn Point" by the Admiralty surveyors because of the sharp turn needed to continue along the Inside Passage ...
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Patos Island Lighthouse sits on Alden Point, the western tip of the island, but this wasn't the island's first navigational aid.. In 1888, the Lighthouse Board recommended a light and fog signal be established on the island to complement one just established at East Point on Canada's Saturna Island, situated on the opposite side of Boundary Pass.
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The light is not seen in the picture because it is on the opposite side of the lighthouse. The light keeper's house, built in 1893, has historical photos. There was a volunteer from the Turn Point Lighthouse Preservation Society who told us about the history of the light and provided a tour of the keeper's house.
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The Turn Point Lighthouse Preservation Society (TPLPS) has been formed to educate the public about the lighthouse and to aid in its preservation. In 2012, the BLM and TPLPS signed a Cooperative Management Agreement for looking after Turn Point Light Station. TPLPS has led efforts to create a museum in the barn, restore the oil house, and erect ...
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Turn Point Lighthouse Preservation Society members have been very busy through the years in partnership with the Coast Guard, BLM, Bellingham Corinthian Yacht Club, and …
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The Turn Point site is open YEAR ROUND and a small interpretive museum operated by the Turn Point Lighthouse Preservation Society is open daily from July to September. ... Turn Point is on the western most end of Stuart Island and is only accessible by water. The Roche Harbor Resort boat ramp, located on San Juan Island is the nearest launch site.
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The Turn Point Lighthouse was built in 1893, and began its operation in November of that year. In 1895, before becoming the lightkeeper at Patos Island, Edward Durgan was the lightkeeper of Turn Point, although Ms. Glidden was not yet born. Turn Point was automated in 1974, and the lightkeeper's house has more recently been used …
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The Turn Point Lighthouse Preservation Society (TPLPS) uses docents to open the museum, greet visitors, and conduct tours of the station. NOTE: There is currently a 1 to 2 year waiting list to be a docent. If you would like to be considered for docent duties, please send an email to info@tplps with your name, address, and contact info.
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Turn Point Lighthouse, Stuart Island, San Juan County, WashingtonBuilt in 1893.TURN POINT LIGHTLocation: PREVOST HARBOR/STUART ISLANDStation Established: 1893Year ...
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The Turn Point Lighthouse was built in 1893. This lighthouse provided light for ships traveling from the Strait of San Juan de Fuca to Vancouver. More recently, the Turn Point Lighthouse Preservation Society has been educating locals and visitors about the lighthouse and the importance of preserving structures like lighthouses.
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The lighthouse is owned by the Coast Guard and managed by the Bureau of Land Management. Grounds open, dwelling/tower closed. Turn Point Lighthouse, …
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Makapuʻu Point. What: A moderately easy hike to a scenic viewpoint Where: Eastern most point of Oʻahu overlooking the Windward Coast More Info: Parking lot, no restroom facilities On the eastern most point of …
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It is part of the San Juan Islands National Monument, which was created in 2013.[6] Volunteers through the Turn Point Lighthouse Preservation Society offer seasonal docent-guided tours of the original 1893 Keepers House and a first-class exhibit of historic photos.
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The total cost, including the lantern and lighting apparatus, came to $5,966.80. The wooden Saturna Island Lighthouse consisted of a square pyramidal tower, sixty feet high, with an attached dwelling and was built on land obtained from the well-known Gulf Island pioneer, Warburton Pike. A revolving white light, whose flashes attained their ...
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Turn Point Lighthouse Preservation Society members have been very busy through the years in partnership with the Coast Guard, BLM, Bellingham Corinthian Yacht Club, and Lighthouse Environmental …
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Go Hiking Trip Reports Turn Point Lighthouse Turn Point Lighthouse Wonderful little hike from Prevost or Reid Harbor. Walk up from the docks on either …
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Turn Point Lighthouse on Stuart Island, near Sidney on Vancouver Island and Friday Harbor on San Juan Island. Stuart Island is where vessels turn when traveling north. Orcas follow the same path as boats on the water and can often be spotted from the lighthouse. A historic lighthouse which is being gently restored and preserved.
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The Turn Point Lighthouse Preservation Society is a 501 (c) (3) group dedicated to restoring and maintaining this lightstation for all present and future generations. Our …
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Turn Point Lighthouse — Monday, Sep. 2, 2019. Puget Sound and Islands. Trip Report By. Tailfeather Lou. Type of Hike Day hike. Trail Conditions Trail in good condition. Road Road suitable for all vehicles. Bugs Bugs were not too bad. Snow Snow free. Trails Hiked. Turn Point Lighthouse; Love this hike.
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The stunning backdrop of nearby islands, the Olympic Mountains, and the Salish Sea make the Cattle Point Lighthouse one of the most photographed lighthouses in Washington State. ... The Turn Point …
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About Us. News & Announcements. Field Guide Blog. Washington's Coastal And Island Lighthouses. Washington's coastal and island lighthouses. Picture yourself …
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Turn Point Lighthouse Preservation Society. Light Station established 11/30/1893. Stuart Island, San Juan Islands, Washington, U.S.A. Enter to learn about preserving this historic lightstation -----
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The nearby Canadian and Olympic Mountains provide wonderful scenic backdrops to this special area. The Turn Point Light Station, built in 1893, stands on the western most …
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