Convention News
- An Adventure Waits in Portland, Oregon in 2009
- The Oregon State Elks Association, sponsor PGER James W. Damon and local Chairman Lowell E. Hootman, extend to all Elks, their spouses and families an invitation to attend the 145th Grand Lodge Convention being held in Portland, Oregon, from July 6 to 10, 2009. It will be an adventure you'll want to be present for!
- Housing Maps
- Hotel maps in PDF format are now available for central and metro Portland.
Things To Do
We've put together a guide of things to see and do around Portland for when you're not on the convention floor.
Getting Around
A quick and efficient light rail system, plentiful buses and myriad pedestrian walkways and bicycle paths mean that you don't need to stay close to the convention center. Here's how to get out and see all that Portland has to offer.
The Hosts
Portland Lodge #142 is the nearest lodge to the convention center, and is just a short trip away on public transportation or by car.