Capt. Jeremy Smith, commander Coast Guard Sector Columbia River, Cmdr. Sean Cashell, chief of reponse Sector Columbia River and Coast Guard Auxiliary personnel discuss Buoy 10 enforcement and safety operations at the boat ramp near the Port of Ilwaco, Wash., Aug. 17, 2018.
Coast Guard Auxiliary members, in conjunction with other Coast Guard units and local law enforcement, are increasing their operational posture in preparation for the thousands of recreational boaters who come to the Columbia River and Pacific Ocean for the annual Coho salmon run, commonly known as Buoy 10.
U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Trevor Lilburn.