Oregon through the Seasons See for yourself the bounty of the Willamette Valley’s farm country throughout the seasons of the coming year. This spring enjoy a tour of Kraemer Farms’ lambing barns on the slopes of Mt. Angel Abbey, then tiptoe through the tulips with a season pass to the Wooden Shoe Festival in Woodburn, Oregon. This summer, spend a day touring one of the Willamette Valley’s largest diversified farms with one of the family farmers and take a ride in a GPS controlled John Deere tractor – it can fi t up to eight! Oregon strawberries are the word’s best, make sure to pick some for the ride home nd to make jam later. When fall comes, visit Domaine Margelle Vineyards in Scotts Mills, Oregon. Delight in a private wine tasting for eight and don’t miss out on picking fresh, juicy blueberries down the lane at the Schmitz-Buchholz blueberry farm. Stop by Oktoberfest with your four passes and keep the Germany theme going with a $50 gift card to the Glockenspiel Restaurant and Pub in Mt. Angel. Finally, rest your head at the Oregon Garden Resort and Spa with a $200 voucher. Thank you Barb & Tom Buchholz, Christiane and Tom Kraemer, Kraemer Farms, Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm, Mt. Angel Oktoberfest
Wicked Wine Cellar Turn your next party into an epic one with over a dozen unique wines. These fabulous wines have been expertly chosen by those who really know and love their vintages. What a great way to fill up your wine rack with some truly exceptional finds! Albertina Kerr Foundation Trustees and Renaissance Wines What could be Suite-er? Want to see a Portland Trail Blazers game in style? Watch the game from the comfort of a private suite along with 15 of your favorite Portland Trail Blazers fans. You’ll get a birds-eye view. Oh, and did we mention that you’ll get paid a surprise visit by some special guests? Valid for the 2012-13 season. Date to be mutually agreeable. Comcast SportsNet and Portland Trail Blazers Home Landscape Amusement Let the pros make your outdoor leisure dreams come true, right in your own backyard! Included in this package: 16 hours with a landscape architect courtesy of Beighley & Associates. (Certifi cate valid until February 17, 2013.) In addition, you’ll receive four hours of site consultation and 40 hours of labor from Andersen Construction. Labor can include carpenters and/or laborers. All tools, equipment, excluding heavy machinery, will also be provided. (Certifi cate valid through July 2013.) Thank you Andersen Construction and Beighley & Associates Golfing with the pros at the Safeway Classic You and your best buddy will have the golf rounds of a lifetime at the Kraft Pro-Am. The Safeway Classic attracts the best women golfers in the country and you’ll get to play right along side them at Pumpkin Ridge. Here is just a preview of what you’ll enjoy: first the pairing’s party at The Nines Hotel where you fi nd out your pro, then two days of golf, and the awards dinner afterwards. Breakfast and lunch for each of the days is just the icing on the cake! Dates: Pairings party on August 14, Golf on August 15 and 16, 2012. Thank you Tournament Golf Foundation
Splendor of Hawaii Spend seven days of pure bliss at the beautiful Kiahuna Plantation Resort on the lush island of Kauai. Relax with your family in this tropical paradise next to the white sandy shores of Poipu Beach, one of the world’s best. Step out to calm, clear turquoise waters, perfect for swimming or spying on fi sh. Play some tennis and golf. Shop and dine nearby or wander through historic Koloa Town. When you’re out exploring, you can visit a natural lava tube where water sprays high into the air. Too much action? Relax all day on the beach! This instant vacation is a great way to make sweet memories. Your one-bedroom condo sleeps two adults and two children. Condo available June 1 to 15, 2012, September 15 to December 15, 2012, April 15 to June 15, 2013. Thank you Jack and Ginny Wilborn
Groovin’ in San Fran Enjoy a two-night stay at the Courtyard Marriot in downtown San Francisco, centrally located near Union Square, Moscone Center and the Waterfront. You’ll also have four lower box seats at a San Francisco Giants game during the 2012 season. On your last night delight in dinner at one of San Francisco’s best restaurants, Cotogna, with your $100 gift card. Cotogna celebrates rustic Italian cuisine and offers a daily-changing menu of spit-roasted or grilled meats and fi sh, wood-oven pizzas and house-made pastas. Thank you Courtyard Marriott, Bill Lawrence, Mariel Combs and Jason Yamamoto Wine Country Weekend Sneak away for a romantic weekend in the lush beauty of Oregon’s wine country. Enjoy a two night stay in a luxury guestroom at the beautiful Allison Inn & Spa overlooking the rolling hills of the Willamette Valley. As the winner of this package, you’ll dine at Jory, the Allison’s signature restaurant where tribute is paid to Oregon’s agricultural bounty, acclaimed wines, microbrews and hand-crafted distilled spirits. The indulgence doesn’t end there–relax and unwind with full-scale pampering at the spa. Massage? Facial? So much to choose from. Make sure to get in dinner at The Painted Lady as well, one of Newberg’s best, with your gift card. Also included are tours and tastings at Sokol Blosser and De Ponte Cellars. Allison vouchers expire October 31, 2012. Thank you Angela Hult, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon, The Allison Inn and Spa, The Painted Lady Restaurant, Sokol Blosser Winery and De Ponte Cellars Romantic Central Oregon Retreat Enjoy a relaxing getaway for eight in sparkling Central Oregon. This fully-equipped townhome is located in the Points West development at the Seventh Mountain Resort and comes with full use of all resort amenities. The home is located seven miles west of Bend and features four bedrooms and bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen, a spectacular great room and a two-person hot tub on the deck. Sleeps four couples, or plenty of room for two. Enjoy all the resort amenities: three swimming pools, sauna, three spas, fitness center, tennis courts and more!
While there, enjoy a round of golf for four on the Jack Nicklaus Signature Course at the Pronghorn Club in Bend. This 18-hole course is intertwined with ancient lava rock ridges and boasts magnifi cent views of nine snow-capped mountain peaks.
Home: Available midweek, up to five nights (Sunday through Thursday night) or a three-night weekend outside of holidays. Expires February 13, 2013. Subject to availability. Golf expires September 2012. Golfers responsible for additional bag and cart fees that apply. Thank you Jerry and Donna Baysinger and Kim Thale
And much more! Including a signed and framed Brandon Roy jersey, beach homes, and the chance to have one of Portland's most famous authors attend your book club!