Patriotism on display

On Saturday, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Schick-Ogle Post 4278 joined with Boys Scouts and Cub Scouts to offer the Camas-Washougal community its first public flag retirement ceremony in many years.

Held at Marina Park, the event was, as one might expect, poignant and emotional. Under the VFW’s guidance and watchful eye, the scouts conducted the burning of 10 American flags, retiring them with a level of dignity and respect that was palpable.