This sign is located along the Astoria River Walk west of the Maritime Museum.
Marker Name: At Play on the River
Marker Text: People have always turned to the river for enjoyment and just plain fun. Today you may see recreational sailboats, motorboats, jet-skis, kayaks, cruise ships, windsurfers, or kiteboards sharing the river with huge commercial ships.
In the past, the Columbia River offered similar relaxations: boating under sail and oar, fishing, and even swimming - despite swift currents and cold water. Hunting for waterfowl, cruising, and camping on the islands and riverbanks were popular activities then as well as now.
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