Samuel H. Boardman - Brookings, Oregon, USA
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N 42° 07.090 W 124° 21.174
10T E 388162 N 4663781
Memorial plaque at House Rock Viewpoint
Waymark Code: WM7XYQ
Location: Oregon, United States
Date Posted: 12/20/2009
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The text of the Samuel H. Boardman (1874-1953) plaque at the House Rock Viewpoint follows.
Samuel H. Boardman, first superintendent of Oregon State Parks, dedicated twenty years of public service to conserving the best of Oregon’s scenic and wilderness areas. The park lands he acquired throughout the diverse regions of the State between 1929 and 1950 are the foundation of today’s State Park System.
Acquisition of this rugged coastal preserve successfully negotiated on the eve of Mr. Boardman’s retirement, was one of the memorable achievements of his career. In 1956 the State Highway Commission named Samuel H. Boardman State Park to honor the vision and personal commitment of the man who has come to be known as “The Father of Oregon State Parks.”
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Location: Samuel H. Boardman State Park at House Rock Viewpoint.
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