Bounty of Oregon Celebrations

Festivals, Special Menus, Artisan Products, Getaway Packages

(OREGON) – Oregon takes two full months to celebrate its bounty – the prize and produce of its fields, orchards, vineyards, ocean, and culinary artisans. October and November are the official months for the Oregon Bounty Celebration, and the state offers almost too many opportunities for fun and feast-ables to list.

The event takes the whole idea of agri-tourism to another level, offering culinary tourism packages meshed with unique lodging and scenery. Promotions for the event urge you to: sample the latest vintages and artisan products at local wineries; take part in harvest festivals around the state; dine at fine restaurants featuring distinctive Oregon Bounty menu items and meals; enjoy one-of-a-kind overnight stays; and, meet the growers, producers, chefs, winemakers and brewmasters who make it all happen.

They have even put together a booklet of recipes for you to enjoy with your friends and family: http://www.traveloregon.com/pdfs/oregon_bounty_recipes_2006.pdf

Last year more than 60 Oregon wineries, nearly 75 lodging establishments and 70 restaurants were involved in Oregon Bounty, featuring Oregon’s wines, cheeses, hazelnuts and pears. This year, more producers and purveyors are on board. Oregon Bounty happens throughout the state—eastern, central, and southern Oregon, the Columbia River Gorge, Mt. Hood territory, the Willamette Valley and the coast.

Wineries in all of the state’s wine growing regions will feature complimentary samplings of Oregon products in their tasting rooms Special Oregon Bounty packages, rates and activities are available at a variety of lodging establishments, from sleek hotels in downtown Portland to rustic and romantic wine country inns. Restaurants throughout the state will feature Oregon Bounty products on their menus and during special events. Oregon Bounty retail partners will also feature in-store specials and tastings of the featured products.

Free travel guides can be ordered by calling 800-547-7842 or visiting www.traveloregon.com/bounty.

Start your bountiful trip in Portland.