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June 17, 2006 Workday at Fort Washington

Chapter volunteers returned to Ft Washington Lighthouse to continue their maintenance and preservation efforts. With a new supply of lumber, volunteers focused on replacing rotten boards to stabilize the exterior. Thanks to Hobie and Robert for taking the lead on this effort.

Sound like fun? The Chapter's next workday at Ft Washington is scheduled for July 22, 2006. To learn more about the Chapter's Volunteer Program, visit the Volunteer page on this site.

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Photos courtesy of Alma Pasek.

Ft Washington:
Removing rotten wood.
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Volunteers Tony and Lawrence removed a section of rotten wood on the exterior of the light.
Scraping paint.
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Volunteers work on removing rotten wood on the opposing side of the light and remove debrit.
Tony scrapes.
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Volunteer Ray primes the sub layer of wood in preparation for the new lumber.
Painting ceiling.
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Volunteer Robert cuts section of the siding with assistance from Barbara.
Painting windows.
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Volunteers Ray and Robert work to fit the new siding into the proper placement.
Team work.
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Volunteers work on putting on the finising touches before calling it a day.
Team work.
Photo courtesy Hobie Statzer
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The work crew pose for a photo at the end of a good day!
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