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Scheduled arrival: June 10, 2010
Scheduled departure: June 12, 2010
Moorage location: OMSI floating dock
Portland Partner:
Public events during the Portland port call:
Event: Dockside open house
Details: Meet the crew, tour S/V Ocean Watch, learn about onboard research and participate in hands-on marine science activities led by the Around the Americas Education Team from the Pacific Science Center. All ages welcome, no cost to attend.
Date: Friday, June 11th
Time: 12:00pm – 6:30pm
Location: Oregon Museum of Science and Industry floating dock (adjacent to the USS Blueback), 1945 SE Water Ave, Portland, OR 97214
Event: Public presentation featuring David Thoreson’s images from throughout the Expedition
Details: Led by Ocean Watch Captain Mark Schrader and Photographer David Thoreson. All ages welcome, no cost to attend.
Date: Friday, June 11th
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Location: Oregon Museum of Science and Industry auditorium, 1945 SE Water Ave, Portland, OR 97214
Background on Portland:
The Port of Portland, located in the Northwestern United States, is the third largest on the West Coast. Not only is the port the largest U.S. shipper of wheat, but it is also the second largest wheat port in the world. Over 13 million tons of tons of cargo pass through the terminals each year. Portland has a reputation for being one of the most environmentally friendly cities in the country; a reputation which is shared by the port. The port works closely with government agencies and environmental groups to make sure it operates in way to minimize its impact on air and water quality and to improve conditions for local wildlife populations.
Background websites:
Portland Business Alliance: http://www.portlandalliance.com
Port of Portland: http://www.portofportland.com
