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Get Out of Town Tours

pam — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 02:42:40 +0000

We are a sustainable company focused on fun tours and events that let you experience the wonders and beauty of Oregon…at a leisurely pace!

**DAY TOURS **SENIOR FIELD TRIPS

**WILDLIFE VIEWING **SCENIC DRIVES

Our Signature Tours include:

WATERFALLS TO WILDFLOWERS: Our signature day tour to enjoy the beautiful Columbia River Gorge from its Waterfalls to Wild Flowers.

GORGE GEOLOGY TOURS: We’ll take you on a trip through time with a knowledgeable guide. This tour shows off the beauty of the Columbia Gorge with a fun, educational, geological twist. You will learn a lot while having a great time! (Geology tours around the Portland Metro region too!)

SENIOR DAY TRIPS/FIELD TRIPS: Join us for fun, relaxing day trips to view wildlife and wild flowers, enjoy the beautiful Oregon countryside, attend events and enjoy the company of other seniors on the go!

Talk to us about our many OPTIONS!

Full day or Half day Tours

Plenty of destinations

We can even design a tour around your specific interests

Our tours are all inclusive: You’ll have an experienced and engaging guide, snacks, water and lunch (full day tours only), as well as transportation! OR, if you already have your own coaches and driver, let us help you plan your day or provide one of our many tours. This is an inexpensive alternative that still includes lunch, water, snacks and a guide! NEW! Personal tours for 1-3 people – Great for those that just want to wander with a few friends but don’t want to drive themselves or have access to a car.

**If you have a guaranteed 25-30 passengers, you’ll receive a discounted per person rate!

This is just a sample of what we offer. For more information check out our website and contact us with any questions!

Contact: Darcie Hildreth

Phone: (503)709-8458

Email: getoutoftown@yahoo.com

Website: getoutoftowntours.com

Oregon Zoo Speakers Bureau

pam — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 04:56:04 +0000

Learn more about the Oregon Zoo, its residents and its efforts to save rare and endangered species! FOR NO CHARGE, A Zoo representative will visit your meeting place with a visual presentation and share the latest information from the zoo. We offer talks on several topics and effort will be made to include specific information that may be interesting to your group of adults.

Current topics include:

21st Century Zoo– Zoos have change rapidly in the last 50 years. Gone are the days of having one of everything in sterile artificial environments. Today’s zoos are modern facilities that provide naturalistic exhibits for our animals that are living in natural social groups. Learn how zoo professionals care for the mental and physical well-being of our animals and develop an appreciation for all creatures through our education programs.

Conservation at the Oregon Zoo– The Oregon Zoo actively participates in the conservation of species around the world. See how our zoo is supporting conservationists working in the field around the world. Closer to home the Oregon Zoo is raising species native to the Pacific Northwest to ensure they continue into the future.

We will come to your meeting location (within 50 miles of the Zoo) OR you can have your meeting at the zoo, include a presentation and a catered meal then tour the zoo! Click on the link to learn more and to schedule a speaker!

http://www.oregonzoo.org/Groups/speakers.cfm

Contact: Tracy Modde

Phone: (503)220-2781

World Forestry Center

pam — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 23:01:19 +0000

The World Forestry Center Discovery Museum is a hands-on and interactive experience that takes visitors around the globe focusing on the forests of the world and environmental sustainability. Traveling exhibits rotate throughout the year and offer visitors a more in depth look at culture and humanities. The World Forest Center also offers many popular special events. Group guided tours and cabin rentals are available for Magness Tree Farm. Please visit our website for more information!

Phone: 503-228-1367

E Mail: mail@worldforestry.org

Website: www.worldforestry.org

Mount Hood Railroad-Excursions

pam — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 02:35:43 +0000

Welcome to the Mount Hood Railroad! Enjoy the splendors of the scenic Columbia Gorge while climbing through the spectacular Hood River Valley. Our train rides include special events throughout the year such as Murder Mystery Dinner Trains, Autumn Fest ride, Christmas Tree trains, and even Western Train Robberies! Sunday brunch and Dinner trains. 2 and 4 hour excursions. Create an event! Restroom equipped.

Group Discounts.

Check out our website for details.

Phone: 1-800-872-4661

Website: www.mthoodrr.com