President's Osprey Design T
he Osprey is a significant animal for the people in Grays Harbor and especially in Lake Quinault. During the winter osprey make nests in
the bends of the upper Quinault. He carries the stripes of honor on his wings and tail which is similar to our fish nets and fishing weirs of the early times. In the center of the bird on its chest is a salmon egg, which symbolizes the rejuvenation and revitalization. Our salmon have been going through adversity since its beginning and knows nothing else, except to overcome for the next generation. On the lower abdomen is two hands that symbolize healing and intercessory divine restoration. The hands are depicted with the thumbs medially oriented as a gesture of giving thanks to the creator and prayer. The design is traditional coastal salish with a mixture of different inspiration from up and down the western states.
- Ezekiel (Zeke) Serrano, Artist
Special thanks to Ron Rogers, board chair, for this commissioned artwork inspired by our new osprey mascot. 17
