http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/ en Copyright 2009 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:11:43 -0800 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss TSA Team Oregon received seven awards for 2008 at the Transportation Security Administration's national honorary awards ceremony. The seven awards were the highest number given to any airport operation in the country. The ceremony is an annual event that recognizes TSA employees and stakeholders from across the nation for their accomplishments, commitment, innovation and creativity. Terry Coleman, National Deployment Office area coordinator at PDX, received the Leadership Award; James Esse, PDX behavior detection officer manager, received the Heroism Award; Christina Urbach, Oregon customer service coordinator, received the Customer Service Award; David Garcia, supervisory transportation security officer at Rogue Valley International - Medford Airport, received the Transportation Security Officer of the Year Award; Tina Burke, Oregon stakeholder and customer service manager, was selected as the TSA Employee of the Year; and the Oregon Advisory Council received the Team Award. Click here to read the entire story from pdxaminer]]> http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/executive_operations/tsa_team_oregon_receives_seven.php http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/executive_operations/tsa_team_oregon_receives_seven.php Executive Operations awards executive tsa Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:11:43 -0800 Designing Projects for Successful Grants Workshop will be offered in Portland on July 1 from 1-3 p.m. The workshop will be held at the Washington County Historical Society and Museum on 17677 NW Springville Rd. The workshop is free to all who are interested. It will cover how to plan your project and write a successful grant application. The workshop will emphasize the Oregon Heritage Grants, the Oregon Museums Grants and the Historic Cemeteries Grant offered by Heritage Programs of Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, but the information can be applied to any grant. Contact Kuri Gill at Kuri.Gill@state.or.us or 503.986.0685 for more information.]]> http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/tourism_development/free_grant_writing_workshop_of.php http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/tourism_development/free_grant_writing_workshop_of.php Tourism Development grants heritage tourism development Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:57:49 -0800 Oregon 150 Challenge. Are you one of them? If not, prove your love for our beautiful state and sign up today at: http://www.iamoregonian.com/content You can become a "Certified Oregonian" while visiting all those places you've been meaning to see for years. Make sure to post pictures of your adventures once you complete the challenge. And, don't forget to leverage this campaign to benefit your business. We have all the tools you need at: http://traveloregon.mediaroom.com/index.php?s=68]]> http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/consumer_marketing/i_am_oregonian_are_you.php http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/consumer_marketing/i_am_oregonian_are_you.php Consumer Marketing i am oregonian marketing Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:17:49 -0800 British Airways is now serving Oregon's A to Z wine on its international flights. A to Z Wineworks began in 2001 as a partnership of two winemaking families. The background of the owners and staff come from well known Oregon wineries. Owner Bill Hatcher managed Domaine Drouhin and his wife, Debra, worked at Eyrie Vineyards. Vintners Cheryl Francis came from Chehalem Winery and Sam Tannahill from Archery Summit. When A to Z grew and expanded, the families partnered with others including Gregg Popovich (head coach of the NBA's San Antonio Spurs) and had the incredible good fortune to acquire Rex Hill Vineyards in December 2006.]]> http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/international/british_airways_serves_oregon.php http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/international/british_airways_serves_oregon.php International british flights international wine Thu, 18 Jun 2009 13:47:35 -0800 Oregon advertising section that will run in the August 2009 issue of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air magazines. While Travel Oregon does not have an ad scheduled to run in the issue, the special advertising section will include branded Travel Oregon elements and two dedicated Oregon features focusing on: Food & Wine the Oregon Way and Oregon Adventure in the Outdoors. The Oregon co-op has 1/4-page (3.5" x 4") four-color ads for $2,450 and includes August placement in both Alaska Airlines Magazine, Horizon Air Magazine and a free reader service listing. Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air average 2.1 million passengers per month, with the largest share in Washington, Oregon, and California. The Oregon Travel Section deadlines have been extended to June 22, 2009. For further details and to reserve your space, contact Alaska Airlines Magazine/Horizon Air Magazine sales rep, Clay Schurman, at 206.441.5871 ext. 33 or cschurman@paradigmcg.com]]> http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/consumer_marketing/special_oregon_advertising_sec.php http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/consumer_marketing/special_oregon_advertising_sec.php Consumer Marketing advertising alaska air magazine marketing Thu, 18 Jun 2009 13:30:48 -0800 Pacific Fishery Management Council (PFMC) recommended that commercial ocean fishing for chinook salmon three miles off the Oregon coast, from Cape Falcon to the Oregon/California border, be closed to protect salmon returning to the Sacramento River in California. Those recommendations were adopted by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) Commission May 15. Current ocean salmon fishing regulations can be viewed at: www.dfw.state.or.us/MRP/salmon How Do The Restrictions Affect Sport Fishing in Oregon? The regulations are primarily for commercial fishermen. The only recreational fishing limit is for ocean chinook salmon. Anglers may still fish for salmon in select rivers and bays. And, ODFW reports recreational coho salmon fishing in the ocean will be abundant this year. Typically, due to fish behavior and depth, charter fishing boats go for coho salmon, not chinook, which means visitors taking fishing charter boats can anticipate a plentiful catch! The Oregon Coast also offers excellent fishing for halibut, rockfish and tuna, while inland rivers and lakes offer anglers the occasion to fish for trout and warm water species such as bass, crappie and bluegill. Click here to view a map identifying Ocean Sport Salmon Seasons Fishing Opportunities Are Abundant in Oregon This Year! Learn More... To find local guides and fishing opportunities, and for the most recent information about fishing permissions and restrictions pertaining to the area of Oregon you plan to visit, please contact: • Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) at 1.800.720.ODFW or www.dfw.state.or.us (includes a weekly fishing report for waters throughout the state) • Oregon Coast Visitors Association at 1.888.628.2101 • Oregon Guides & Packers Association at 1.800.747.9552 • Oregon State Marine Board at 1.503.378.8587 • Travel Oregon at 1.800.547.7842 - Fishing Updates for Visitors, Tourism Industry, Media at www.traveloregon.mediaroom.com - Guide Info at www.traveloregon.com/Experiences/Outdoor-Recreation/Fishing/Search.aspx - Water Sports at www.traveloregon.com/Experiences/Outdoor-Recreation/Water-Sports/Search.aspx - Coast Info at www.traveloregon.com/Explore-Oregon/Oregon-Coast.aspx The complete 2009 Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations and information may be obtained at: ODFW Headquarters, 3406 Cherry Ave. NE, Salem, OR 97303, or online at dfw.state.or.us]]> http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/executive_operations/update_on_2009_chinook_salmon.php http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/executive_operations/update_on_2009_chinook_salmon.php Executive Operations coast executive fishing marketing Wed, 17 Jun 2009 09:26:03 -0800 National Park Service helps its partners plan outdoor recreation and natural resource conservation projects in local communities. August 1 marks the deadline for the next round of assistance from the National Park Service's Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance (RTCA) Program. RTCA staff provide technical assistance to community groups and local, state, and federal government agencies so they can conserve rivers, preserve open space, and develop trails and greenways. Click here for a copy of the application guidelines]]> http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/tourism_development/rivers_trails_and_conservation_1.php http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/tourism_development/rivers_trails_and_conservation_1.php Tourism Development conservation assistance tourism development Fri, 12 Jun 2009 10:02:53 -0800 Mercy Corps Northwest has a pair of seminars available in June that may be helpful to those planning to start a business or for those who are self-employed. Payroll Taxes for New Business Start-ups will be offered on June 22, 2009 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. while E-Commerce for Your Business, Resources and Tools will be offered on June 23, 2009 from 6:30-8 p.m. The seminars will be held in Portland at the Mercy Corps Northwest office at 2069 NE Hoyt Street. Cost is $5 for Mercy Corps Northwest clients and $10 for the general public. RSVP to Erica at estrachan@mercycorpsnw.org or 503.236.1580 ext. 209 Click here for more information on the seminars]]> http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/tourism_development/mercy_corps_northwest_offers_s.php http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/tourism_development/mercy_corps_northwest_offers_s.php Tourism Development seminar small business tourism development Thu, 11 Jun 2009 15:00:48 -0800 Oregon Tourism Commission unanimously adopted the 2009-2011 Strategic Plan & Budget at its June 9 meeting held at Crater Lake Lodge. Click here to download The Authenticity Advantage: Effective Tourism Strategies for Oregon]]> http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/executive_operations/travel_oregon_20092011_strateg.php http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/executive_operations/travel_oregon_20092011_strateg.php Executive Operations commission executive strategic plan Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:44:25 -0800 Oregon Main Street Program recently announced the designation of 10 additional Oregon communities for their successful efforts to revitalize their downtown commercial districts. The cities of Corvallis, McMinnville, and Salem were selected as 2009's designated Oregon Main Street programs. The cities of Bandon, Dayton, Hillsboro, Klamath Falls, Medford, Philomath and Portland's St. John's Town Center have also been selected for inclusion in the Transforming Downtown Program. The selection represents both state and national recognition of efforts to revitalize traditional downtown commercial districts using the Main Street Approach. Currently, there are 60 cities and communities in Oregon participating in one of the three programs coordinated by Oregon Main Street and Clackamas County Main Street programs. Beginning last year, these communities participated in regional training workshops and were assisted in starting, organizing, and planning their local program. Technical assistance has been provided for historic surveys, community assessments, resource team visits, market analysis, and architectural design. Contact Gary Van Huffel at 503.986.0134 or click here for more information about the Oregon Main Street Program]]> http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/executive_operations/oregon_main_street_program_add.php http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/executive_operations/oregon_main_street_program_add.php Executive Operations executive main street Mon, 08 Jun 2009 10:08:26 -0800 Travel Oregon is pleased to announce the opening of the 2009-10 Matching Grants Program for investment in travel and tourism organizations across the state. The grant program is part of Travel Oregon's tourism development mission to assist Oregon communities and organizations in the creation, enhancement and implementation of quality tourism plans and products. The mission of the Oregon Tourism Commission (OTC), doing business as Travel Oregon, is to "encourage economic growth and to enhance the quality of life in Oregon through a strengthened economic impact of tourism throughout the state." As such, OTC has established a program to make grant awards to eligible applicants for projects that contribute to the development and improvement of local economies and communities throughout the state by means of the enhancement, expansion and promotion of the visitor industry. Cities, counties, port districts, federally recognized Tribes and non-profit entities located in Oregon and involved with tourism promotion and development are eligible for grants from the Matching Grants Program. Applicants must equally match the amount of the awarded grant; up to 50% of the match may be in-kind. Each applicant may request up to $10,000 in grant funds with a limit of one grant project request per cycle. The deadline for completing the online electronic application is August 18, 2009. Click here to find out more about the 2009-10 Matching Grants Program Please direct questions to Michelle Woodard, Industry Relations Liaison at Grants@TravelOregon.com]]> http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/tourism_development/travel_oregon_announces_200910.php http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/tourism_development/travel_oregon_announces_200910.php Tourism Development funding grants tourism development Fri, 05 Jun 2009 10:45:06 -0800 U.S. Travel Association's 4th annual Travel Leadership Summit (TLS) is scheduled to be held September 16-17 in Washington DC. The top issues during the Summit include improving the environment for companies planning meetings and events and passing the Travel Promotion Act of 2009, TPA (S. 1023). TPA is already moving through the Senate with 18 co-sponsors, including Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, and has been approved by the Senate Commerce Committee. Click here to learn more about the TPA TLS delegates will meet face-to-face with Members of Congress, receive legislative briefings and hear from policymakers and guest speakers. Click here to learn more and to register The Early Bird registration fee of $95 is available through July 31.]]> http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/executive_operations/travel_leadership_summit_to_be.php http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/executive_operations/travel_leadership_summit_to_be.php Executive Operations executive register Travel Leadership Summit U.S. Travel Association Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:02:11 -0800 Travel Oregon seeks a contractor for the production of travel information content - whether in print, online, video or combination of all media - about the state of Oregon. The content and media vehicles designed to deliver the content will fulfill the information needs of travelers in each stage of their trip planning cycle, from inspiration to travel decision, itinerary development to booking. This content should serve visitors considering Oregon as a destination as well as those already in the state seeking ideas and information about where to stay, eat, play, etc. It should be compelling and comprehensive to inspire visitors to explore more Oregon destinations and, ultimately, extend their stay. Click here for more information and instructions on submitting proposals The deadline for submittal of proposals is June 26, 2009 at 2 p.m. Questions about the RFP should be directed to Michelle Godfrey at 503.378.8861 or Michelle@TravelOregon.com.]]> http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/consumer_marketing/travel_oregon_seeks_content_pr.php http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/consumer_marketing/travel_oregon_seeks_content_pr.php Consumer Marketing marketing media RFP Wed, 03 Jun 2009 09:00:31 -0800 June 6 marks the 17th annual National Trails Day. People can join the celebration by enjoying a hike at a favorite trail or by participating in a planned volunteer activity such as a trail work project or dedication. The United States has about 200,000 miles of community, state, and federal trails, according to the American Hiking Society's website. People use these trails to exercise, experience scenic views, escape the stresses of daily routine, access a favorite spot, and enjoy the company of fellow hikers, bikers or horse riders. Click here for more information or to find a National Trails Day event near you The Pacific Northwest Region of the Forest Service will help celebrate National Trails Day by waiving fees at all National Forest recreation day-use fee sites operated by the Forest Service on June 6. These sites normally require a $5 fee per vehicle or recreation pass. Revenue from recreation fees are used to maintain the facilities and services associated with trails and other outdoor recreation sites. In 2008, recreation fee sites, including campgrounds and cabin rentals, generated approximately $8 million in the Pacific Northwest for the Forest Service in Washington and Oregon. Many of these dollars funded trail maintenance and other recreation projects completed by youth crews or were combined with money from grants or partnerships to fund larger projects. To see how these funds were used, please click here to visit the Forest Service website]]> http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/executive_operations/forest_service_celebrates_nati.php http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/executive_operations/forest_service_celebrates_nati.php Executive Operations executive forest service trails Mon, 01 Jun 2009 17:39:16 -0800 "drum roll, please," Central Oregon again gets national recognition in the world of cycling! In its May 2009 issue, Mountain Bike Action magazine salutes Bend as "America's Top Mountain Biking Town." Learn why some of the nation's "big name" locations aren't as attractive as Bend for mountain biking. Cog Wild Tours gets particular kudos for its great service and friendliness - way to go! Click here to read the article - or just check out the great pix. Looks like a great way to discover Central Oregon and add an outdoor activity to your "Dream List" with the Oregon 150 Challenge.]]> http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/consumer_marketing/americas_top_mountain_biking_t.php http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/consumer_marketing/americas_top_mountain_biking_t.php Consumer Marketing bend biking marketing Oregon 150 Wed, 27 May 2009 10:45:45 -0800