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For Immediate Release
JETBOAT RIVER RIDES TO FOLLOW RIVERWALK
ON SATURDAY, JUNE 23RD
June 18, 2007 -- VANCOUVER,
Wash. - Early explorers often had their first view of the West Vancouver
waterfront from the Columbia River. Community members are invited
to tour the present-day Port of Vancouver waterfront from a similar
perspective on a jetboat tour of the local docks Saturday, June
23.
Jetboat rides, provided by Willamette Jetboat Excursions, will
depart from the lower dock at Vancouver Landing each half-hour from
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $5 per person.
A Port of Vancouver guide will share highlights of port facilities
visible from the river in between the spins and thrills of the ride.
The tours are being held in conjunction with the annual RiverWalk
fundraiser, which follows a scenic three-mile route along the beautiful
Columbia River to Beaches Restaurant and then back to Esther Short
Park. Vancouver Landing is just south of the park at Port of Vancouver's
Terminal One, the original location of trade operations for the
95-year-old port.
Jetboat riders are advised that there is a strong chance of getting
wet. Children under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. No advance
reservations will be taken; the 62-passenger boat will be filled
on a first come basis at the dock.
For additional information, visit www.portvanusa.com or call (360)
992-1129.
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The Port of Vancouver, USA, created by Clark
County taxpayers in 1912, is one of the major ports on the Pacific
Coast. Its competitive strengths include available land, versatile
cargo handling capabilities, vast transportation networks, a dependable
labor force and an exceptional level of service to its customers
and community.
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Contact:
Nelson Holmberg, Communications Manager
direct: 360.992.1107 or mobile: 360.518.2553
email: nholmberg@PortVanUSA.com
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