Start off your Conference week with a round of golf at the "Yakima Elks" course at the Yakima Elks Golf & Country Club facility in Selah, Washington. Yakima Elks is a private club open to Elk members and their guests. The golf course plays to a par 71 for the men ranging in yardage from 5,796 yards from the forward tees to 6,640 yards from the back tees. It plays to a par 74 for the ladies at 5,796 yards. The course rating is 71.2 and it has a slope rating of 122 on blue grass. This private club claims that this is the oldest course in the State of Washington. The fairways are somewhat open, but they are all tree lined. The greens are flat, small, and medium speed. There is water that comes into play on four holes, and there are some sand bunkers positioned throughout the course. The signature hole, nicknamed "Lake Grabenstien" is #14, a 452-yard, par 4, which requires a tee shot over water to the fairway. Come and spend the day swinging in the sun! You can check out the course at: www.yakimaelksgolf.com
There are only 60 spots available so get your registration in early to ensure your space.
Start your conference off this year with a fun-filled, and exciting Tieton River Whitewater Rafting Trip on Tuesday, September 16th. Your trip will be guided by Blue Sky Outfitters with 21 miles of non-stop whitewater on the Tieton River 50 minutes west of Yakima. September 16th will be the day the most water is released from the dam the entire year so you won't want to miss this exciting adventure.
All rafting gear for the trip will be provided by Blue Sky, including wetsuits, life jackets, and helmets.
The trip will start at 9:00 A.M. and be about 3 to 4 hours long. At the end of the trip you will be shuttled back to the starting area for a grilled top sirloin steak dinner.
There are only 24 spots available so get your registration in early to ensure your space.
Rafting Trip Contact: Mike Madison Yakima County 128 N. 2nd St Rm 232 Yakima, WA 98901 mike.madison@co.yakima.wa.us
Winery-hopping in the Yakima Valley is an unforgettable journey of delightful discovery for those seeking the good life and great wines. Across this sun-soaked WA wine region, in the same latitude as the great wine-producing regions of France, magnificent vineyards feature trellises laden with rich grape varietals. Local vintners invite you to savor their prized harvests and collect their handcrafted, award-winning wines.
Mineral-rich soil and entrepreneurial spirit have created a Washington State wine growing culture serious about its product but festive in its presentation. Whether a major producer or limited production, the character each vineyard portrays is as varied as the region's varietals.
Join friends and colleagues as you tour several of the many wineries that call the Yakima Valley home. Enjoy a special luncheon at one of the local wineries and leave the driving to us.
There are only 32 spots available so get your registration in early to ensure your space.
Wine Tour Contact: Connie Willman Yakima County 128 N. 2nd St Rm 232 Yakima, WA 98901 connie.willman@co.yakima.wa.us
Rediscover Yakima as you walk or run through the completely renovated downtown area complete with renaissance lighting, park benches, drinking fountains and beautiful foliage. Go back in time as you walk through the Historic District of Yakima.
Follow your map as you take a stroll through Yakima's Downtown, enjoying time with your friends and colleagues!
Starting time is 6:30 a.m. at the Yakima Convention Center's south-east corner. Refreshments will be provided and each participant will receive a t-shirt! Remember to bring your comfortable walking shoes.
Wellness Walk Contact: Carmen Hayter Yakima County 128 N. 2nd St Yakima, WA 98901 carmen.hayter@co.yakima.wa.us
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