Howard Perkins and son with their traditional dory, Miss Kiwanda , July 18, 1999. In the background is Haystack Rock, launching site for traditional dories. Photo: Laura R. Marcus
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Pacific City Dorying Traditions
Each year, during the third weekend in July,
dorymen from the Pacific City area celebrate the Cape Kiwanda,
Oregon, dorying tradition.
Early or traditional-style Cape Kiwanda dories are
flat-bottomed, double-ended boats, pointed at the bow and stern, so
that they can easily ride the waves. Fishermen, who practice the
dorying tradition, go out in pairs, and row with long spruce oars
in synchronized motions. Most contemporary dories are powered with
motor engines. Dorymen still go out in pairs, but the traditional
rowing skill is practiced by few, on rare occasions.
During the festival, called Dory Days, a parade kicks
off the celebration wending through Pacific City. The parade
comprises individuals on horseback or foot, floats and dorys, both
traditional and motorized. As traditional dories pass by, they
receive loud applause from the crowd and are lauded by the parade
emcee.
During the festival, members of the Traditional
Dorymen's Association meet to share stories and to discuss
preservation of the skill and trade; and new members are inducted
into the Oregon League for the Deification and Protection of
Historic and Rare Dories. Other festival activities include a dory
race, arts and crafts booths, and a fish fry.
Documentation includes a six-page report, essay, 14
slides, a newspaper clipping, and an Oregon Folklife brochure.
Originally submitted by: Ron Wyden,Senator.
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