Letter to Editor: Hardy, Tardy Thank You

— from Michel Vekved, Friends of Moran —

A hardy thank you is due to our community and beyond, albeit somewhat tardy.

Before the February rain shadow runners descended upon Moran State Park in awe of our forests and trails, even 12 hours later when they were tired but still in awe of our magnificent hills, valleys and views, there were the extraordinary efforts of volunteers.

These volunteers were local, Paul Kamin, Michael Alley and youthful, the Orcas Christian School. Some were even on the mainland, like Mike Morris and his moving team at the University of Washington.

Whittling away logistics, ferry schedules and an enormous task, a multifaceted group enabled not only the acquisition and transportation but as well, the assembly of 144 bunk beds for the camp Moran vacation house, cabins and group retreat.

Timing was everything. Friends of Moran along with park staff shall sincerely shout our thanks to all of you that made it happen-before those outdoor running enthusiasts arrived to relish in their 25 and 50k trail race at Moran State Park.

Thank you to everyone who volunteered! You made a huge difference.