COTTAGE GROVE — At 70, Doug Kindred says he’s the junior member of the Oregon Aviation Historical Society’s board of directors.
So it pleased him greatly to see youngsters roaming the grounds of Jim Wright Field at Cottage Grove’s airport this morning, checking out vintage aircraft and automobiles during the historical society’s first-ever Wings & Wheels event.
“We’re always trying to get younger people interested,” Kindred said.
The historical society formed in 1983, and has since collected Oregon-related aviation artifacts that highlight the history of flight in the state.
The group, which is headquartered at the airport, has also been involved in the restoration of a number of airplanes built in the first half of the 20th century. Proceeds from today’s event will be applied to three restoration projects already in progress.
The event continues until 6 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, and free for children ages 16 and younger.
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