FLIGHT CANCELLED

[finbarrio]

Hey Robert-

Please check your PM's if you haven't already. Our flight got cancelled , so we (more accurately United Airlines) re-booked us on the same flights, but for Friday. More details in the PM.

It SUCKS that we have to miss the big dinner 2nite. But we'll hopefully catch up to everyone at some point.

Best,

Finn and Kristy

[Matt]

AARGH!

[robert]

Hey Finn,

 

Thanks for the call today, just 5 minutes after Daywalker came in to say Guten Morgen to wake em up. So if I sounded a big groggy, that is why.

 

Man, that sucks! Sorry to hear it got cancelled. The dinner tonight will not be quite as cool without you guys, but we have a week-long list of activities, dinners, sports, trips, etc.

 

And Velodrome!!!!

 

See you tomorrow, again...sorry to hear about the cancelled flight

[loveliberate]

Finn and Kristy,

That definitely sucks... We'll just have to have more fun when you get here to make up for the lost time!

[finbarrio]

Thanks y'all. Airlines are weird - they said they cancelled that flight because of a power outage from a t-storm that went through last night. Ok, yet how do they explain every other plane that managed to make it through?

 

 

Anyway, we REALLY look forward to getting there tomorrow and making up for lost fun!

 

Kristy's dying to try the velodrome.

[yogita chiquita]

Kristy's dying to try the velodrome.

 

The velo-who?

 

The funniest part was when we tried to leave. We took a shuttle back to our car (it's the cutest little airport, we could've easily walked) and tried to leave the long-term parking lot, which you have to pay $3 for if you even enter it in the first place.

 

We get up to the booth and nobody's there. We're backing up, looking around, pressing the "assistance" button - nothing. Alright, not only do we not have a flight, but now we can't even get out of the frickin' airport!

 

Finn was just about to ask me to get out and try to lift the gate thingy myself (because my pythons are vicious and all) and out of nowhere, a guy appears in the booth! He's all bleary-eyed and disoriented. Weird.

 

We make the transaction and get the farg out of dodge, then look at eachother and go "where did THAT guy come from?" Like, is there a secret hatch under the booth or something?

 

Finn's theory - he was ASLEEP in the BOOTH!

[Guest]

You guys would have had a great time today but don't worry...there's alot of fun in store for us...we can still ride on the track if we can get down there...its open during the day and if your carefull you can ride road bikes on it...you've just gotta watch your pedals and not break if someones behind you

[robert]

I plan on picking you up in 5 hours which means you have already left by this point. But anyway, it will be great to have you join us!

[madcat]

so many vegans in one place......

i love it.

[robert]

You should join us! Or were you there last night and didn't introduce yourself....or I didn't introduce myself? I was a little frazzled last night, trying to be everywhere all over the building.

 

Come join us!

 

 

There will be sign-up sheets for ALL events at each event. For events requiring registration, everyone is encouraged to sign-up via e-mail or phone as soon as possible. Space is limited for 3 of the events. Contact [email protected] or 541-231-6269 to get on the list for select events, or to be added to any of the events we offer.

 

Thursday, August 3rd

 

Welcome Dinner

Date: Thursday, August 3rd

When: 7PM-9:30PM

Where: Veganopolis 412 SW Fourth Avenue (between Stark & Washington Streets 503-266-3400)

Why: To meet up with other participants of the Vegan Vacation and kick off the week with a fun gathering and great food!

Location and Directions: Downtown Portland on 4th and Washington. From the East side of Portland, come over the Burnside bridge and find 4th. There are one-way streets and no South turns off of Burnside so you may need to go north for one block and then west, then south to get on a one-way street heading south over to the restaurant. Parking will be free after 7PM. Park anywhere close by.

What to bring: Money for dinner, there should be a fairly low-cost Vegan Vacation “special” offered. Also it might be a nice idea to bring a camera, as this will be the first big get together.

What will be provided: Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: Regular menu items, $5-$10 per person should be sufficient.

Registration Required: No, but encouraged. E-mail [email protected]

 

Friday, August 4th

 

Hike/Picnic/fitness contests (pull-ups, push-ups)

Date: Friday, August 4th

When: 9AM-12PM

Where: Mount Tabor (SE Portland)

Why: To burn off the calories from the night before! To enjoy nature, view the city from Mt. Tabor, chat and get to know other vegans, enjoy a picnic, and participate in some fun fitness contests, taking advantage of the pull-up bars and other equipment at the park. Other attractions include bike trails, basketball court, kid's playground, etc.

Location and Directions: Mount Tabor: Take SE Belmont street up, heading east to about 60th Ave. and follow the signs. Park in the main parking lot, we'll have a Vegan Vacation table there.

What to bring: Water bottle (it will be hot), sunscreen, some personal snacks such as energy bars, etc.

What will be provided: Food for picnic; and Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: Free

Registration Required: No

 

Weight Training session

Date: Friday, August 4

When: 5PM -7PM

Where: West Coast Fitness (Alberta) (2640 NE Alberta St. 503-288-4500)

Why: To train with lots of other vegan athletes, push some iron around, and have fun.

Location and Directions: From MLK and Burnside, head North. Turn east on Alberta. Follow Alberta until you get to 27th and then park. You have arrived.

What to bring: $5 to get into the gym as a guest of Robert Cheeke, gym clothes (shorts and t-shirt *Vegan Bodybuilding t-shirt if you have one*), water bottle, etc.

What will be provided: Sweaty men and women pushing heavy weights! And good times, oh…and Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: $5 to get in (as a guest of Robert Cheeke)

Registration Required: No

 

Movie Night: "Eating" 2nd Edition "A mind-blowing video experience that will forever change the way you think about food." Joel Fuhrman, M.D., author of Eat to Live

Date: Friday, August 4

When: 8PM-10PM

Where: Special Host Location, RSVP for directions (22-person limit so register early). In NE Portland, approximately 30th and Alberta.

Why: To hang out, relax after working out, enjoy company of other vegans and watch an educational film.

Location and Directions: In NE Portland, approximately 30th and Alberta. RSVP by contacting Robert Cheeke via phone or e-mail to sign up (22-person limit)

What to bring: Yourself

What will be provided: Chef Al's Vegan Snacks, beverages, and of course: Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: Free

Registration Required: Yes, limited to 22 people only. E-mail [email protected] or call to get on the list.

 

Saturday, August 5th

 

Morning Running or cycling

Date: Saturday, August 5

When: 9AM-11AM

Where: Mount Tabor

Why: To get out in the crisp/warm morning and exercise outdoors with fellow vegans

Location and Directions: Mount Tabor: Take SE Belmont street up, heading east to about 60th Ave. and follow the signs. Park in the main parking lot, we'll have a Vegan Vacation table there.

What to bring: Running shoes, bike, bike gear, water bottle, etc.

What will be provided: Cycling leader and running leader, Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: Free

Registration Required: No

 

Cooking Demo by Vegan Chef Al!

Date: Saturday, August 5

When: 11:30AM-1:30PM

Where: Special Host Location, RSVP by Tuesday August 1st by contacting Robert via phone or e-mail to register. (22-person limit, so register early!) Located in NE Portland, approximately 30th and Alberta.

Why: Learn from one of the world's best vegan chefs! Learn about creating local, seasonal, organic, vegan cuisine.

Locations and Directions: RSVP Robert for details. Located in NE Portland, approximately 30th and Alberta.

What to bring: Your wonder and curiosity, notepad, pen, camera, and small donation to cover cost of food for demonstration and samplings.

What will be provided: Cooking demonstration by the one and only Chef Al Chase! Tasting and vegan food samples, and... Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: Small donation to cover cost of food for demonstration and sampling ($2-$5)

Registration Required: Yes, limited to 22 people only. Email [email protected] or call to get on the list.

 

Trip to Farm Sanctuary in Salem

Date: Saturday, August 5

When: 2PM-6PM

Where: Salem, OR (State Capitol). Meet at The Daily Grind on 40th and Hawthorne in SE at 1:45-2PM to carpool. Or meet at Farm Sanctuary at approx 3PM. We will depart between 5-6PM. We'd like to depart as close to 2PM as possible so come a little early. We will officially be visiting from 3-5PM, so we'll head back to Portland shortly after 5PM.

Why: To visit the animals and people and donate our love and our time.

Location and Directions: Contact Robert Cheeke for directions or meet at the Daily Grind to carpool and get directions there.

What to bring: Your love (also carrots and apples are the foods we've been encouraged to bring to feed the residents of the Lighthouse Farm Sanctuary).

What will be provided: An opportunity to have a very rewarding time with your fellow vegans and animals. And… Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: For those who carpool, a small donation to the driver, $2-$5.

Registration Required: No, but encouraged so we can plan # of vehicles for carpool.

 

Night Out in Portland!

Date: Saturday, August 5

When: 9PM-Whenever you go to bed, just remember to meet at 9AM the next morning to go to the coast!

Where: Meet downtown outside of Veganopolis (4th and Washington) We'll go from there.

Why: To hang out, have a night out, catch some of Portland's night life on a Saturday evening.

Location and Directions: Meet downtown at Veganopolis: Downtown Portland on 4th and Washington. From the East side of Portland, come over the Burnside bridge and find 4th. There are one-way streets and no South turns off of Burnside so you may need to go north for one block and then west, then south to get on a one-way street heading south over to the restaurant. Parking will be free after 7PM. Park anywhere close by.

What to bring: Yourself, perhaps dressed in Night-out clothes. Some places require a dress code. We're not sure where we'll go, we'll play it by ear and probably go to various locations, possibly splitting up into groups based on interests and desired locations.

What will be provided: A fun time. No Vega bars, and dining guides this time. We'll just hang out and keep it real.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: Unsure. Some places may have a cover charge, some won't. It depends on if you want to eat, drink, etc. So bring cash and your ID just incase it is required.

Registration Required: No

 

Sunday, August 6th

 

Trip to the Oregon Coast

Date: Sunday, August 6

When: Meet at 9AM at the Daily Grind (40th & Hawthorne in SE Portland) for carpool to the Oregon Coast, or meet at Cannon Beach at approximately 11AM. We will depart around 6PM and many of us will go out to dinner afterwards at a location most likely decided while at the Coast. It depends on when we actually get around to leaving, traffic, etc. so we don't want to set a time back in Portland and then be late. Again, if you don't go to the Coast but want to join us for a dinner just call the contact info number and you'll get updates.

Where: Cannon Beach

Why: To explore the Coast along the Pacific Ocean, spend a day with vegan friends and families.

Location and Directions: Cannon Beach from Portland: Get onto I-5 N toward SEATTLE, Merge onto I-405 S via EXIT 302B toward ST. HELENS. 2.3 miles, Merge onto US-26 W via EXIT 1D toward BEAVERTON. 73.9 miles. Merge onto US-101 S / OREGON COAST HWY toward CANNON BEACH / TILLAMOOK. Then Follow the signs to Cannon Beach. There will be a Vegan Vacation Table there. Call the contact number if you can't find us.

What to bring: Family, friends, camera, food for lunch/snacks, swimming trunks or bathing suit, sunscreen, donation suggested if you are carpooling

What will be provided: Coordinators will provide a fun environment with some activities for those who wish to participate in, such as beach volleyball, sand castle making contest, picnic, relay races, photo ops, etc. And Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: For those who carpool, a small donation to the driver, $2-$5

Registration Required: No, but encouraged so we can plan # of vehicles for carpool.

 

Movie night at Dave's house (Vegan Vacation Headquarters)

Date: Sunday, August 6

When: 10PM-midnight

Where: 12th and Ainsworth in NE Portland, call for specific address

Why: To hang out together, we if can still stand each other after all day at the beach. To wind down and watch a comedy movie, or perhaps the movie Pumping Iron.

Location and Directions: 12th and Ainsworth, call for house number

What to bring: Yourself.

What will be provided: Vegan Snacks, good times, most likely laughter and people snoring, and of course… Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: Free

Registration Required: No, but encouraged so we know who to expect.

 

Monday, August 7th

 

Weight Training Session

Date: Monday, August 7

When: 11AM-1PM

Where: West Coast Fitness (Lombard) (7522 N. Lombard 503-283-5404)

Why: To train with lots of other vegan athletes, push some iron around, and have fun.

Location and Directions: 7522 N. Lombard. Located on Lombard street near St. Johns area. From MLK, go west on Lombard until you get to the 7500 block and it is on the left.

What to bring: $5 to get into the gym as a guest of Robert Cheeke, gym clothes (shorts and t-shirt *Vegan Bodybuilding t-shirt if you have one*), water bottle, etc.

What will be provided: Sweaty men and women pushing heavy weights! And good times, oh…and Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: $5 to get in (As a guest of Robert Cheeke)

Registration Required: No

 

Post-workout lunch at Proper Eats!

Date: Monday, August 7

When: 1:30PM-3:00PM

Where: Proper Eats in St. Johns, just minutes from the gym on Lombard (8638 N. Lombard Avenue 503-445-2007)

Location and Directions: From West Coast Fitness, head west approx. 10 blocks and you're there. From MLK, take Lombard west until you come to North Alta Street. Then park because you're there. Buses should get you there very easily as well.

What to bring: An empty stomach

What will be provided: Some of the awesomest food in Portland made by some of the coolest people! And, Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: Regular menu, plus a Vegan Vacation Special, $5-$10 per person should cover it.

Registration Required: No

 

Nutrition talk on the healing properties of exotic fruits.

(Complimentary samples included. Vegan Snacks provided.)

Date: Monday, August 7

When: 7-8PM

Where: Dave's house (Vegan Vacation Headquarters) on 12th and Ainsworth

Why: To learn about natural foods that could dramatically improve your health.

Location and Directions: Dave's House, 12th and Ainsworth, call for specific house number.

What to bring: A notepad and pen,

What will be provided: Complimentary samples of nature's powerful healing foods, vegan snacks, good company, and Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: Free

Registration Required: No, but encouraged so we can plan on how many to expect.

 

Tuesday, August 8th

 

Morning Yoga/Pilates

Date: Tuesday, August 8

When: 9AM-11AM

Where: Mount Tabor (SE Portland)

Why: To stretch and be limber and hang out with the crew.

Location and Directions: Take SE Belmont street up, heading east to about 60th Ave. and follow the signs. Park in the main parking lot, we'll have a Vegan Vacation table there.

What to bring: A yoga mat if you have one, or a towel, athletic clothes (shorts and t-shirt, sweats, etc.), water bottle, and your enthusiastic selves.

What will be provided: Yoga and Pilates instruction, vegan snacks, and Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: Free

Registration Required: No

 

Outreach, passing out vegan literature downtown Portland

Date: Tuesday, August 8

When: 1PM-2:30PM

Where: Pioneer Square, 6th and Yamhill

Why: To impact our community and educate the citizens about the vegan lifestyle

Location and Directions: 6th and Yamhill, downtown at Pioneer Square

What to bring: Yourself, literature will be provided. Wear a vegan shirt if you want.

What will be provided: Vegan literature (supplied by Peta , Vegan Outreach, and Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness. We'll also have Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: Free

Registration Required: No, just show up and help out

 

Tour of Portland, hosted by vegan residents

Date: Tuesday, August 8

When: 3PM-5PM

Where: After outreach downtown, we'll swing by vegan hotspots in downtown Portland including, Veganopolis, Blossoming Lotus, and the vegan bike shop, Veloshop. Those interested, can continue on tour across the river back over to SE and tour the SE area before the Vegan Parenting discussion. SE hot spots include Food Fight! Vegan Grocery, The Daily Grind, Kalga Café, Vegan Food Cart, and other vegan friendly locations.

Why: See the vegan hot spots in the #1 Vegan-friendly city in America!

Location and Directions: Meet downtown at Pioneer square around 2:30PM. We'll be finishing up passing out literature and talking to people about veganism and then we'll start our downtown tour of vegan hot spots.

What to bring: Your camera, some spending cash if you want, and your happy self!

What will be provided: A tour of our great city, good company, and Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: Free

Registration Required: No

 

 

Vegan Parenting talk/discussion

Date: Tuesday, August 8

When: 7-9PM

Where: The Daily Grind 40th and Hawthorne

Why: It is an important topic to discuss

Location and Directions: From Burnside and MLK, go south on MLK. Do not go over the Hawthorne Bridge! Just beyond the Hawthorne bridge exit, turn left on Clay street. Hawthorne is one street North of Clay street, so whenever you feel like it, go north to the next street and head east (take a right). Follow Hawthorne all the way down, beyond the light at 39th and The Daily Grind will be on your right on 40th and Hawthorne.

What to bring: Notepad and a pen, and open mind and your questions

What will be provided: A panel of vegan parents and other cool vegans chatting about raising vegan families. And….Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: Free

Registration Required: No

 

Wednesday, August 9th

 

Strongman/strongwoman competition/kids fitness contests

Date: Wednesday, August 9

When: 10AM-1PM

Where: Dave's house (Vegan Vacation Headquarters).

Why: To see who is the strongest, of course! And to have fun!

Location and Directions: 12th and Ainsworth in NE Portland, call for specific house number

What to bring: Attitude, pure attitude, plus anything else you feel like you'll need to be stronger that day. We suggest Spinach, Vega, and more Vega.

What will be provided: A fun atmosphere and awards for the winners of this fun challenge. And…. Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: Free

Registration Required: Yes, if competing. No, if watching.

 

Date: Wednesday, August 9

When: 1:30-3PM

What: Post-strong man/woman lunch

Where: Vita Café, 3024 NE Alberta (503-335-8233)

Why: To get some good vegan food close to our venue

Location and Directions: 3024 NE Alberta (503-335-8233) From MLK, head east on Alberta until you get to about 30th and start looking for it on your right hand side. Park and come join us.

What to bring: Yourself, money for food, camera if you like.

What will be provided: Veg Dining Guides, Vega bars, itineraries for the rest of the week, vegan literature, and other various pieces of useful information.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: $5-$10 a person

Registration Required: No

 

 

Closing, farewell dinner and silent auction

Date: Wednesday, August 9

When: 7PM-10PM

What: Final farewell dinner

Where: Bay Leaf Vegetarian Restaurant (4768 SE Division St.) 503-232-7058

Why: To say goodbye, spend one final day with everyone from the week.

Location and Directions: SE Portland, from MLK and Burnside, head South on MLK, take a Right on the Powell exit and it will put you on Division (follow the signs), take Division up to approx 48th and it's on the right.

What to bring: Yourself, tissues to wipe away “goodbye” tears.

What will be provided: A great time, a great party, and a lot of photo opportunities.

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

Cost: $5-$10 per person

Registration Required: Yes, so we can plan for how many to expect.