Totem Island A novel set in the mythical town of Evergreen
Today , you can visit Gig Harbor, Washington and view the ship exactly the same as the Osprey in the book. The Shenandoah is a perfect example of the Osprey in the book.
Totem Island
Discover the Story of Totem Island
Immerse yourself in the captivating tale of a young girl caught in an international incident during the late 1950's in the Pacific Northwest. Follow her journey as she navigates the challenges of her community's preparations for commercial fishing in the southern waters of Alaska. Take the trip north to Alaska on a small boat with 6 men.
Immerse yourself in the captivating tale of a young girl caught in an international incident during the late 1950's in the Pacific Northwest. Follow her journey as she navigates the challenges of her community's preparations for commercial fishing in the southern waters of Alaska. Take the trip north to Alaska on a small boat with 6 men. Watch her make a gallant attempt to save the family in the wilds of Totem Island.
Gig Harbor; The town of Evergreen in the Novel
The Shenandoah is currently undergoing reconstruction in Gig Harbor, Washington.
Built here in 1925,
The sand spit at the entrance of the harbor. I lived in the sandy colored cabin on the waters edge on the left of the picture
Gig Harbor as seen in 1958 from the back of the bay
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Any proceeds will go to a fund for individuals with reading deficiencies . Memorial for Lauren Banasky who worked at the reading clinic.