June 14th, 2015
Miles of beach, up and down the Delaware Coast, the surfmen were the keepers of our shores. They patrolled the desolate and dangerous beaches, looking for shipwrecks and warning vessels of the imminent dangers along the coastline.
The years were 1876 – 1915.
The Indian River Life Saving Station is located south of Dewey Beach, Delaware, and a mile north of the Indian River Inlet.
Built in 1876, it is the only station in Delaware still standing in its original location.
The U.S. Flag flew over the station and this particular flag has 38 stars and was the official Flag of the U.S. from 1877 – 1890.
Today is Flag Day, dedicated to celebrating the adoption of the American Flag by the Second Continental Congress in 1777.
It is believed Flag Day originated in 1885. More info.? Please visit http://www.usflag.org/flag.day.html.
The Indian River Lifesaving Station has many fun and educational programs throughout the year. When visiting us, here, in Southern Delaware, it is definitely a must stop. More info? Please visit http://www.destateparks.org.
Have a great day!!
August 30th, 2010
This unique event, the first one in Delaware will take place on Monday, September 6th, starting at 3:00 p.m. It will be held on the seaside grounds of the Historic Indian River Life Saving Station, located 3 miles south of Dewey Beach or 1 mile north of the Indian River Inlet on Rt. 1.
If you are not familiar with this historic site, then please check my post written on 8/29. All you have to do is scroll down to that date.
Chef Matt Haley is the Host and Chef for Outstanding in the Field (OITF).
This organization started in 1998. OITF travels the world to find exceptional chefs to showcase the local food culture and salute area farmers, growers, and fishermen.
Fish On, Betty’s Pure & Simple, Lupo di Mare, Bluecoast, Northeast Seafood Kitchen and Catch 54 are the restaurants that feature the farm-to-table concept. These restaurants have available local farmers’ products, and their proximity to Sussex Country farms and farm markets, make it so much easier.
And should I ask , what would be on the menu? The freshest the area can provide that day; maybe crab, rockfish, sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, peaches or locally raised beef. Each course is going to be paired with an appropriate wine. You will have to attend and see.
The price is $200 per person. To order tickets and for more information about Outstanding in the Field, please visit www.outstandinginthefield.com.
See you there….maybe, if I can get tickets….
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