Family festival celebrates multi-faceted river systems

Tom Kammerzell of the Port of Whitman County, Scott Yates of the Washington Grain Commission and Senator Mark Schoesler take a break for a photo opportunity.

Jennifer Riddle of Tide Water Barge Line shows off her display.

Jacob DeClue of Endicott poses in the giant salmon that was a popular attraction for youngsters.

Senator Schoesler and representatives Mary Dye and Joe Schmick all attend the Snake River Family Festival.

“Fin the Migrating Salmon,” an interactive salmon display, came from the North Olympic Salmon Coalition.

Port Executive Director Joe Poiré takes a moment to sign passports for two young attendees.

A youngster makes her way around the “wheat box” while her mom looks on.

Photos courtesy Debbie Snell and Beth Hegde.