KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – The 75th quilt block on the Lake County Quilt Trail is “KFD.”

The 8-foot by 8-foot quilt block is located at Kelseyville Fire District Station 55 at 4020 Main St.

“KFD” is sponsored by the James (Jim) Alexander family – Janet, Michele and Eric.

Jim Alexander moved his family to Kelseyville in 1972 to own and operate Jim’s Arco Station. The station was next door to the fire department.

He became very involved with the fire department and served on the board of directors for
many years.

In 2006 the new modern fire house was built on the site of Alexander’s station.

The Kelseyville Fire Protection District has served the community since 1925. “KFD” is intended to honor all volunteers – past, present and future.

This quilt block’s design is inspired by the Maltese cross.

The legend of the Maltese cross grew as it became associated with the admirable qualities of loyalty, bravery and defender of the weak.

Today, firefighters across the country wear the time-honored Maltese cross on their uniform and apparatus.

The Lake County Quilt Trail is an agricultural and tourism project designed to promote community pride.

The quilt block was drawn and painted by the Lake County Quilt Trail team, a group of dedicated quilters, graphic artists, painters, writers, carpenters and a videographer.

For more information about the Lake County Quilt Trail visit www.lakecountyquilttrail.com or check out the group's Facebook page.