Jason Waicunas facebook/PacificCrestTrailDays2013 Dates: 9/6/2013 - 9/8/2013 Time: 12:00 am - 4:00 pm Location: Thunder Island, Cascade Locks, Oregon The 7th annual Pacific Crest Trail Days will take place in Cascade Locks, Oregon, which is bordered by the Columbia River and surrounded by the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area; an area where the Pacific Crest Trail and other trails offer access to some of the most beautiful scenery in Pacific Northwest. PCT DAYS will be a great time for people to check out the latest outdoor products and gear, participate in classes and activities, listen to music, watch a documentary movie, see a photo slideshow, go for a hike or bike ride, and to relax and enjoy the setting. The event is family-friendly and there will be activities for everyone to enjoy throughout the weekend. PCT DAYS raises revenue via sponsor/exhibitor packages, raffle ticket sales, a silent auction, and attendee donations. All proceeds are donated to the Pacific Crest Trail Association, who manages the protection, preservation, and promotes the future of the trail. The event is free to the public and although not enforced, attendee donations are encouraged, which are donated to the non-profit PCTA. Raffle tickets cost $2.00/each for 1-5 tickets, $1.00/each after 5 tickets have been purchased. For those who wish to camp on Thunder Island, free space is available on a first come, first serve basis. Attendees may bring a small cook stove, but no open flame grills are permitted. For those who don’t wish to camp, there are hotels in town and an RV campsite is available in the Marine Park, (reservations are encouraged by calling 541.374.8619.) Services and accommodations in town include restaurants, gas stations, and a grocery store, all within walking distance of the event site. Cascade Locks, Oregon is 42 miles east of Portland and 20 miles west of Hood River and is located just off I-84. From I-84, take the Cascade Locks exit, Thunder Island/Marine Park is a left just off of WaNaPa (Main) Street. Parking at the event site is free. To plan your visit or for more information on Cascade Locks, visit: cascadelocks.net/
Posted on: Wed, 04 Sep 2013 00:57:22 +0000
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