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!