Still wondering what to do for Presidents Day Weekend? How about enjoying the Wallowa Mountains and the great snow we have here in Eastern Oregon? And while you're at it, start the weekend really early, support a good cause, and see a spectacular film. (That's the teaser from the 2008 movie "The Fine Line" posted above and one of the movies that'll be shown at the event)
The Wallowa Avalanche Center Fundraiser is scheduled for Thursday, February 11, 2010. Here are the details:
Who: Wallowa Avalanche Center
What: Fundraiser featuring "entertaining & educational" avalanche films. Terminal Gravity beer and Embers Brewhouse pizza. Drawings for some great raffle prizes.
When: Thursday night, February 11, 2010, starts at 6 pm.
Where: OK Theater on Main Street in Enterprise, OR
Why: Teach & entertain about ways to be safe in the snow, plus raise funds for a group dedicated for this purpose.
Price: $5 per person (such a deal!) Kids 6 and under are free.
And here's a preview of some of the raffle prizes:
- Backcountry Safety Package worth ~$700 from BackCountryAcccess: (New backpack, shovel, probe, and Tracker Transceiver)
- Black Diamond 165 Kilowatt Skis from Wallowa Alpine Huts
- 2 nights/2 skiers at Wing Ridge Ski Tours Huts from Wing Ridge Ski Tours
- And, of course, more prizes too numerous to mention
Our Eastern Oregon lodging is completely booked for Sunday night, February 14th (it is Valentine's Day), but come early for an impromptu Eastern Oregon vacation. Hey, maybe even start your vacation at our bed and breakfast, head out to the backcountry for a day or two, and stay with us again before returning home! We're flexible! Call us toll-free at 1-866-520-9769 and we'll help figure out what works best for you.
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