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Salmonberry Trail Foundation’s reception at Oregon Rail Heritage Center had an outstanding turn out, last evening. Exciting things are happening with the project with three segments advancing to active trail development. Explore Tualatin Valley | WCVA is an active partner with this destination development project.

Late last month, Next Level Pinball Museum and Arcade--voted "World's Favorite Pinball Location" for three years in a row--opened its 7,000 square-foot expansion, adding about 150 games to its total inventory. The new space will also add more collectibles and toys to its museum. The new expansion opened March 21, just in time for Spring Break. https://lnkd.in/grPpGise

Congratulations to the Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals for earning a coveted Guinness World Record! In its collection, the museum's L’Heure Bleu gem was recently verified as the largest cut tanzanite in the world. The blue-violet gem weighs 703.4 carats and was hand-carved by renowned jewelry artist Naomi Sarna. https://lnkd.in/gFZmpvY7

Explore Tualatin Valley is raising a glass to spring with Spring Sips, a week-long celebration of the region's renowned wineries and mouth-watering cuisine. Spring Sips will take place May 10-19, during Oregon Wine Month. This 10-day event kicks off with Flight Week, where participating restaurants will showcase hand-selected flights of three Tualatin Valley wines for $20, inviting guests to discover new favorites. Winery tasting rooms are also getting into spring with events that will be held at winery estate vineyards and tasting rooms. Whether it’s a vineyard tour, something special for Mom or a chef’s tasting menu - there’s something for every type of wine lover. Learn more at https://spring-sips.com

🌍 Celebrate Earth Day! 🌱 Join us as we honor our planet and work together for a greener future. Don't miss out on exciting Earth Day events happening in our area. Learn more, get involved, and start making a difference today! 👉 Check out all the details here: https://lnkd.in/ghzpGNsK #EarthDay #TualatinValley #GoGreen

Tualatin Riverkeepers Celebrates Earth Day It’s Earth Month, and Tualatin Riverkeepers is excited to be hosting more than a dozen events – volunteer projects, lectures, and river trips – to both celebrate the planet and to help restore the Tualatin River watershed. Highlights of Tualatin Riverkeepers’ Earth Day celebration include restoration projects at Browns Ferry Park City of Tualatin and at Rood Bridge Park in City of Hillsboro. On April 21, the Riverkeepers will hold our annual Boat Show and Yard Sale, featuring more than two dozen used kayaks, canoes and standup paddleboards for sale, along with associated gear. On April 24, we host a free public event, “Tualatin River: It’s Past, Present, and Future”, as part of our Watershed Science Series, sponsored by Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District. John Fervia, Tualatin River historian, will share some of the fascinating history of the river and Bob Baumgartner, Clean Water Services Regulatory Affairs Director, will discuss current threats to the river and watershed, and what the community can do to help protect it into the future. We're also honored to participate in Earth Day celebrations with the City of Tigard and City of West Linn, and to be the recipient of events with Oakshire Brewing and Binary Brewing. Complete information on Earth Day events, as well as boat rentals and guided river trips, can be found at tualatinriverkeepers.org. ##### About Tualatin Riverkeepers   Tualatin Riverkeepers is a community-based organization that protects and restores the Tualatin River watershed. We build watershed stewardship through engagement, advocacy, restoration, access, and education.

Today is Hillsboro Hops opening day! Last night, we celebrated with an Explore Tualatin Valley | WCVA Tap Season “meet the mascots” promotion at Breakside Brewery Beaverton. Go Hops!

Explore Tualatin Valley (ETV), the destination marketing organization (DMO) for Washington County, Ore., announced a new strategic plan designed to solidify the region’s position as a leading Oregon destination. The plan, approved by the Explore Tualatin Valley Board of Directors on Thursday, March 21, outlines a comprehensive vision for attracting visitors and fostering a thriving tourism industry. The strategic plan is anchored by a clear vision: to position Tualatin Valley as a diverse and inspiring Oregon destination where urban sophistication and rural authenticity meet. Explore Tualatin Valley’s mission remains to cultivate a thriving destination through approachable and inclusive visitor experiences, sustainable economic impact and exceptional quality of life. https://lnkd.in/g7dRRjD5

We're excited to announce that Explore Tualatin Valley is looking for a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) to join our team! This is a unique opportunity to lead our marketing and communications efforts, crafting strategies that enhance our brand and drive visitation to Tualatin Valley. We seek a visionary leader with a passion for destination marketing and a track record of success in similar roles. If you're ready to make a significant impact, learn more and apply here.