"Wind Turbine Blades" Ronnie arrived in Duluth 04/30/2024

Ronnie arrived in Duluth this afternoon loaded with large wind turbine blades for somewhere in the Midwest.

"Memorial Service" for Coast Guardsman Edgar Culbertson in Duluth 04/30/...

The Story: On Sunday, April 30, 1967, Three young men, 16-year-old twins Nathan and Arthur Halverson and their older brother Eric Halverson, they embarked on an adventure after attending a church event at First United Methodist Church, showcasing their youthful bravery. Little did anyone at the church suspect that the brothers, in a moment of youthful exuberance, had embarked on a playful challenge. They were hopping from light pole to light pole along the pier, unaware that this innocent fun was about to take a tragic turn. Two of the three had made it to the end when the third one got hit by a rogue wave. The first two safe brothers went back to help their brother, and as the waves swept all three brothers away, local heroes stepped up. Edgar Culbertson, Richard Callahan, and Ronald Prei served in the U.S. Coast Guard stationed in Duluth. Undeterred by the treacherous conditions, Edgar Culbertson, Richard Callahan, and Ronald Prei, U.S. Coast Guard stationed in Duluth, demonstrated unparalleled bravery. They tied themselves together, forming a human chain, and embarked on a daring rescue mission, their hearts filled with the determination to save lives. During the rescue mission, Edgar Culbertson, the husband and father of two, lost his life. We dedicate this memorial ceremony and plaque to Edgar Culberson for his heroic effort in saving the boys who also ended up perishing.

Edgar Culbertson Memorial

This Tuesday, 04/30/2024, there will be a memorial service at 11:00 along the canal.

On Sunday, April 30, 1967, Three young men, 16-year-old twins Nathan and Arthur Halverson and their older brother Eric Halverson, they embarked on an adventure after attending a church event at First United Methodist Church, showcasing their youthful bravery.

Little did anyone at the church suspect that the brothers, in a moment of youthful exuberance, had embarked on a playful challenge. They were hopping from light pole to light pole along the pier, unaware that this innocent fun was about to take a tragic turn.

Two of the three had made it to the end when the third one got hit by a rogue wave. The first two safe brothers went back to help their brother, and as the waves swept all three brothers away, local heroes stepped up.

Edgar Culbertson, Richard Callahan, and Ronald Prei served in the U.S. Coast Guard stationed in Duluth.

Undeterred by the treacherous conditions, Edgar Culbertson, Richard Callahan, and Ronald Prei, U.S. Coast Guard stationed in Duluth, demonstrated unparalleled bravery. They tied themselves together, forming a human chain, and embarked on a daring rescue mission, their hearts filled with the determination to save lives.

During the rescue mission, Edgar Culbertson, the husband and father of two, lost his life. We dedicate this memorial ceremony and plaque to Edgar Culberson for his heroic effort in saving the boys who also ended up perishing.

The plaque was placed there in honor of Ed Culbertson, a Coast Guardsman who gave his life, 57 years ago, trying to save three young brothers who became trapped on the pier during a fierce storm.

Ed Culberson Memorial Plaque

The words on the plaque read:

EDGAR A CULBERTSON

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THIS PLAQUE IS DEDICATED BY THE PEOPLE OF DULUTH TO THE MEMORY OF A FELLOW CITIZEN, COAST GUARD BOATSWAINS MATE FIRST CLASS, EDGAR A. CULBERTSON, WHO ON THE NIGHT OF APRIL 30TH 1967 GAVE HIS LIFE ATTEMPTING TO RESCUE THREE TEEN-AGE BROTHERS STRANDED ON THIS PIER DURING A SEVERE STORM, HIS GREAT SACRIFICE IS AN ENDURING EXAMPLE OF HIS DEVOTION TO DUTY AND COMPASSION FOR HIS FELLOW MAN.

"Wet & Wild Entry" Joseph L Block arrived in Duluth 04/28/2024

Joseph L Block arrived in Duluth last night during the peak of the Nor'easter with winds gusting over 40 MPH.

"Tug Work" Coe Luisa departed Duluth 04/27/2024

Coe Luisa departed Duluth this evening with a little help for the harbor tugs.

"Slipping Into Port" Presque Isle arrived in Two Harbors 04/26/2024

Presque Isle arrived in Two Harbors this morning to load iron ore pellets.

" First Light" Sunrise Time-lapse 04/26/2024

Fresh air, fresh water, and the first light of the day! It doesn't get any better!

American Integrity arrived in Duluth 04/25/2024

American Integrity arrived in Duluth this morning to load coal.

"Passing Showers, Passing Ship"John G Munson departed Duluth 04/23/2024

John G Munson departed Duluth this afternoon loaded with iron ore pellets.

"Good Morning" Hon James L Oberstar departed Superior 04/23/2024

Greeting with a beautiful sunrise, the Hon James L Oberstar departed Superior.

"Jessica B" Jessica B arrived in Duluth 04/22/2024

Jessica B arrived in Duluth this morning to load grain.

"Sunday Boats" Coe Luisa, Jamno, Joseph L Bloc & American Century. 04/2...

Coe Luisa, Jamno, Joseph L Bloc & American Century traversed the Duluth Canal on Sunday.

"Triple Bridges" Arthur M Anderson departed Duluth 04/20/2024

After unloading dolomite at C Reiss Dock, the Arthur M Anderson departed Duluth for Two Harbors to load taconite pellets.

"Pit Stop" Arthur M Anderson arrived in Duluth 04/20/2024

Arthur M Anderson arrived in Duluth loaded with limestone with a pit stop for shore services at the Port Terminal.

"First Light Departure" Burns Harbor departed, CGC Spar arrived in Dulut...

Burns Harbor departed with iron ore pellets while the CGC Spar arrived in Duluth from buoy tending.

"Surf's Up!" Edwin H Gott arrived, CGC Spar departed Duluth 04/17/2024

With left over rollers coming into shore, dozens of surfers took advantage of the waves as the Edwin H Gott arrived &CGC Spar departed Duluth.

Munson's Melody" John G Munson departed Duluth 04/15/2024

John G Munson departed Duluth Monday evening loaded with iron ore pellets.

"Canada Steamship" Rt Hon Paul J Martin departed Duluth 04/11/2024

Rt Hon Paul J Martin departed Duluth this afternoon loaded with iron ore pellets.

"Pushing Calcium Chloride Brine" Candace Elise arrived in Superior 04/11...

Candace Elise arrived in Superior pushing a tanker full of Brine used for dust control at construction sites.

Great Republic arrived in Duluth 04/10/2024

The Great Republic arrived in Duluth this morning to load iron ore pellets.

"Big Boy" American Integrity arrived in Duluth 04/09/2024

American Integrity arrived in Duluth this morning to load iron ore pellets.

"Iron Lady" Lee A Tregurtha departed Duluth 04/05/2024

Lee A Tregurtha departed Duluth this afternoon loaded with iron ore pellets.

"Classy Lady" Lee A Tregurtha arrived in Duluth 04/04/2024

Lee A Tregurtha arrived in Duluth this afternoon to load iron ore pellets.

"A Little Help Form My Friends" Indiana Harbor departed Duluth 04/04/2024

Indiana Harbor departed Duluth this evening escorted by tugs by request of captain.

"Pushing Along" Joyce L Vanenkevort departed Duluth 040124

Joyce L Vanenkevort departed Duluth this afternoon heading to Silver Bay.

"First Saltie" Barbro G arrived in Duluth 04/01/2024

Barbro G arrived in Duluth this afternoon as the 1st Saltie of the 2024 Shipping Season. The Barbro G left Egypt 6 weeks ago and will be loading grain.