JETBOAT RIVER RIDES TO FOLLOW RIVERWALK ON SATURDAY, JUNE 23 (6/18/07)

For Immediate Release

VANCOUVER, Wash. - Early explorers often had their first view of the West Vancouver waterfront from the Columbia River. Community members are invited to tour the present-day Port of Vancouver waterfront from a similar perspective on a jetboat tour of the local docks Saturday, June 23.

Jetboat rides, provided by Willamette Jetboat Excursions, will depart from the lower dock at Vancouver Landing each half-hour from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $5 per person.

A Port of Vancouver guide will share highlights of port facilities visible from the river in between the spins and thrills of the ride. The tours are being held in conjunction with the annual RiverWalk fundraiser, which follows a scenic three-mile route along the beautiful Columbia River to Beaches Restaurant and then back to Esther Short Park. Vancouver Landing is just south of the park at Port of Vancouver's Terminal One, the original location of trade operations for the 95-year-old port.

Jetboat riders are advised that there is a strong chance of getting wet. Children under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. No advance reservations will be taken; the 62-passenger boat will be filled on a first come basis at the dock.

For additional information, visit www.portvanusa.com or call (360) 992-1129.

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The Port of Vancouver, USA, created by Clark County taxpayers in 1912, is one of the major ports on the Pacific Coast. Its competitive strengths include available land, versatile cargo handling capabilities, vast transportation networks, a dependable labor force and an exceptional level of service to its customers and community.

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