Samish Healing Pole ceremony Saturday

But, after 7 workers died in a fire and explosion at the Tesoro Refinery, the decision was made to help those grieving for the workers who died.

One of the 2 main carvers, Tsul-ton (Bill Bailey) considered auctioning the pole as a fundraiser for the trestle rebuilding project, but decided it would be a gift to the community.

The public is invited for the 10 am ceremony this Saturday and for a lunch that follows at noon at the Fidalgo Bay Resort Clubhouse. The events are part of Samish Cultural Day.