AVDA Events

SAVE THE DATE
FOR THESE UPCOMING EVENTS!

AVDA ANNUAL MEETING
MAY 4-6,2012
PORTLAND, OREGON

Hotel reservation deadline is April 12, 2012

RIVER PLACE HOTEL, a Larkspur Collection Hotel
1510 SW Harbor Way
Portland, OR 97201
503-228-3233
800-227-1333

$145/night + tax
Includes complimentary access to River Place Athletic Club

This beautiful hotel is located at the base of Portland’s city center and overlooks the Willamette River. It’s removed from the noise of the city, yet is just a short walk or streetcar into the heart of downtown where you’ll find lots of shopping, cultural sites, and exciting exploring. There will also be some Cinco de Mayo celebrations throughout the city.

ITINERARY

Friday, May 4	6:00pm	Cocktail Reception
	7:00pm	Dinner at the Hotel
Saturday, May 5	7:00am	Continental Breakfast
	8:00am	Meeting
	10:00am	Break
	Noon	Lunch
	1.15pm	Meeting Resumes
	3.30pm	Closing Remarks
	6:00pm	Depart for River Cruise & Dinner aboard Willamette Star
	10:00pm	Return to Hotel
Sunday, May 6	8.30am	Bus trip to Multnomah Falls Lodge for Brunch
	11:30am	Return to Hotel or drop at Airport

Download 2012 Meeting Registration Form (pdf)

Download 2012 Itinerary (pdf)

Additional Information

Multnomah Falls is the 2nd largest continual flowing waterfall in the nation. You’ll see the lacy sheet of water dropping 620 feet before a natural amphitheater of dark basalt. Multnomah Falls Lodge was built in 1925 to serve the throngs of tourists who came to view the spectacular sights of the Columbia Gorge. This historic structure is made of every type of rock found in the gorge. http://www.oregon.com/attractions/multnomah_falls

City of Portland: Order your complimentary copy of “Travel Portland”. It’s a great resource for understanding the city. This is a big/little city with lots of shopping, cultural sites, great bars and restaurants. You don’t need a car as this is a city which can be accessed by the streetcar – jump off/jump on. There is no sales tax in Oregon. http://www.travelportland.com/things-to-see-and-do/request-the-travel-portland-magazine

River Cruise: Portland is known as the “City of Bridges”. Cruise down the Willamette River on the Willamette Spirit while enjoying dinner and cocktails. See such sights as Ross Island Eagle Habitat, Dunthorpe Homes (prestigious Portland metropolitan area), Elk Rock, Lake Oswego. This will be a plated dinner and entrée selections can be made from the menu. http://www.portlandspirit.com/startech.php

HOTEL: River Place Hotel. This beautiful hotel exudes the character of the Pacific Northwest and is located at the base of Portland’s city center, overlooking the Willamette River. It’s removed from the noise of the city, yet is just a short walk or streetcar into the heart of downtown where you’ll find lots of shopping, cultural sites, and exciting exploring. The Hotel also offers complimentary access to the River Place Athletic Club. www.riverplacehotel.com

SHUTTLE: It is a 30-minute shuttle ride from the airport to the hotel. You’ll find the vans outside of baggage claim on Island #2. Price is approximately $14. Taxi is approximately $35.