Elsie Stuhr Center
| 5550 SW Hall Blvd Beaverton, OR 97005 phone 503/629-6342 fax 503/629-6347 |
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Trips & Tours
PLEASE NOTE: Requests to drop or change a trip must be made at least two business days prior to the date of the trip. No credit will be applied if it is requested less than two business days in advance. Any and all expenses that have been incurred by the Stuhr Center/THPRD (admissions, transportation, etc.) are not refundable if a trip is canceled by the participant.
Trips & Tours
The Receptionist/Portland Center Stage
The Receptionist was the hit of Portland's fringe scene at CoHo Theatre in the Fall of 2008, and Portland Center Stage is thrilled to bring the production to reach an even larger audience. Be sure and have your lunch before we arrive for the play...we'll be going out for dessert upon conclusion of the play. Cost includes; transportation, admission, dessert, gratuities and escort. (Linda )
Thursday, March 4 11 am-5 pm ES37614 $45
Whale Watching along the Oregon Coast
Join the Stuhr Center and Naturalist Elaine Murphy on an adventure to the coast to watch for whales on their spring migration north. Trip includes; lunch, of course, as well as transportation, guide, escort, use of spotting equipment (Binoculars and scopes) and grauities. (Ann)
Thursday, March 11 9 am-4:30 pm ES37603 $53
Ticket To Ride, Kell's
Our annual trek to Kell's by way of MAX. We'll enjoy a bit o' the Irish and celebrate St. Paddy's a little early this year. Bring $2 for bus fare and money for your lunch. Trip fee includes escort. (Ann)
Tuesday, March 16 10 am-2:30 pm ES37610 $5
Spring Break Party at the Beach
Today we will celebrate SPRING and a BREAK at the Oregon Coast! We will head down to a quaint little town south of here, Waldport. This little place has a couple small restaurants and also the Waldport Seafood Company. It's quite a drive but we will go one way (through Albany) and come home Hwy 101; a lot of beach for our break! Let's go sunshine girls and boys and think sun for our fun!! (Linda Jo)
Thursday, March 25 9 am-6 pm ES47608 $35
Tillamook Cheese Factory
If you're interested in how cheese is made then this is the trip for you! Come with us today as we head to Tillamook and visit the cheese factory. They have a wonderful gift shop and lots to enjoy. We'll have lunch together prior to visiting the factory. Cost includes; transportation, lunch, gratuities and escort. (Linda)
Wednesday, March 31 10 am-5 pm ES37615 $45
April Fools Mystery Trip
Join us today for soem April fools fun...a prize will be awarded to one person who can guess our lunch location...good luck! Cost includes; transportation, lunch, gratuities and escort. (Linda)
Thursday, April 1 10 am-4 pm ES47615 $40
Bird Watching at Cooper Mountain Nature Park
This new nature park in South Beaverton offers amazing woodland habitats that provide homes to a variety of birds - from bluebirds to birds of prey. Join Elain Murphy on a bird watching trip to check out this beautiful park and the diverse inhabitants. We'll take an approximately one-mile hike, with a little slope on the return. After we have worked up an appetite, we'll stop for lunch before heading back to the center. Trip includes; lunch, gratuities, transportation, guide, escort, and use of spotting equipment (binoculars and scopes). (Ann)
Wednesday, April 7 9:30 am-2 pm ES47603 $40
May Day Downtown Surprise Dinner
Enjoy the surprise of downtown at a small and quaint eatery that will delight you with their NW cuisine. This little gem will be hard to guess bu fun to try so please do so if you can. Dinner includes main course, salad, beverage and dessert. Trust me you won't be sorry you did.
Tuesday, April 13 5-9 pm ES47609 $65
Simon's at the Columbia Gorge Hotel
Let's check out the Columbia Gorge Hotel...we'll see what's the same and what has changed. Trip includes; lunch, transportation, escort and gratuities. (Ann)
Thursday, April 15 10:30 am-3:30 pm ES47602 $60
Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens
Join us today as we visit Hulga Klager Lilac Gardens...this is a spring favorite. The historic house, the gardens and Hulda's story is worth the trip. We'll enjoy a nice lunch prior to arriving at the gardens. Cost includes; transportation, admission, lunch, gratuities and escort. (Linda)
Friday, April 23 11 am-5 pm ES47616 $42
Red Onion Thai Cuisine
We are headed to Willamette Week's Restaurant Of The Year Runner Up 2009: Red Onion Thai Cuisine. This is how Thai food should taste. Trip includes; brunch, gratuities, transportation and escort. (Ann)
Tuesday, May 4 11 am-2 pm ES47605 $36
Lunch for you at Tippy Canoe
Come with us today for a nice drive and a good meal at Shirley's Tippy Canoe on the Sandy River. Cost incldues; transportation, lunch, gratuities and escort. (Linda)
Friday, May 7 11 am-3 pm ES47617 $38
Yamhill County Vineyards and Lunch
Yamhill County has some great wines for your tasting (and a good lunch, too). Trip includes; tasting fees, lunch, transportation, gratuities and escort. (Ann)
Thursday, May 13 10:30 am-4:30 pm ES47601 $52
Lunch at the Vineyard
If you missed this trip last summer now's your chance to go...join us today as we head back to Pheasant Valley Vineyard for a wonderful lunch in the wine room. This is a trip not to miss...the folks that went last summer are still talking about it. Sign up early so you don't miss your chance! Cost includes; transportation, lunch, gratuities and escort. (Linda)
Thursday, May 20 10:30 am-4:30 pm ES47618 $57
Marrakesh Moroccon Restaurant
This evening we will go to a place that will take us from our little space in the world and transport us to Morocco. Marrakesh will delight you with the tastes from this region and fun filled visuals of sight plus sounds of this exciting country. Step out of your element and have fun with us. (Linda Jo)
Thursday, May 27 5-9 pm ES47610 $65
Wetlands Bird Watching at Jackson Bottom
We're off for a trip to this 725-acre wetland perserve to observe migrating birds in the wetlands and hopefully get a glimpse of the resident nesting eagles. Naturalist and bird enthusiast Elaine Murphy, will accompany us. We'll hike approximately one-mile, which includes some stairs down into the wetland, then head into town for lunch. Trip includes; lunch, gratuities, transportation, guide, escort and use of spotting equipment (binoculars and scopes). (Ann)
Thursday, June 10 9:30 am-2 pm ES47604 $38
Extended trips
COPPER CANYON ADVENTURE (May 2 – 10, 2010)
Four times larger than the Grand Canyon, Mexico’s sprawling Copper Canyon is an untouched land of rugged beauty, where indigenous people live as they have for centuries. Board the scenic Chihuahua-Pacifico Railroad for a 400 mile journey, from sea level to almost 8,000 feet, past thrilling gorges and expansive canyonlands. You’ll get to know the region’s Tarahumara Indian culture as tribal members perform traditional dances and games. Highlights…Tucson, San Carlos, El Fuerte, Chihuahua-Pacifico Railroad, Creel, Chihuahua, El Paso.
Cost: $2,499 double; $2,999 single; $2,469 triple
SHADES OF IRELAND, September 28- October 7, 2010
Highlights...Dublin, Irish Evening, Kilkenny, Waterford Crystal, Blarney Castle, Jaunting Car Ride, Ring of Kerry, Killarney, Farm Visit, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway Castle Stay. * Included in Price: Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges of $100 (subject to increase until paid in full), Hotel Transfers, Round Trip Air from Portland Intl Airport Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $200 per person available.
Cost: Double $3,399; Single $3,849; Triple $3,369
