2011 David Thompson Brigade Welcoming Celebration
Join the crowd in welcoming the international brigade that is re-enacting the 1811 journey of Canadian surveyor David Thompson as they land in Wenatchee for a two-day visit. Thompson was the first man in recorded history to travel the entire length of the Columbia, stopping at native villages along the way. In June and July 2011 about 200 people in voyageur (10-person) canoes will paddle from Invermere, B.C. to Astoria, Oregon to commemorate this important bicentennial. Wenatchee's brigade welcome will include fancy canoe maneuvers, a coming-ashore ceremony, live old-time music by Hank Cramer and All Strings Considered, voyageur canoe rides, interpretive programs, and a no-host Country Boys barbecue and baked potato dinner ($12 in advance; reserve at www.wenatcheepaddle.org). Brigade info at www.2011brigade.org.
Date and Time
Sunday Jun 26, 2011
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM PDT
Sunday, June 26, 4-8 p.m.
Location
Wenatchee Confluence State Park, 333 Olds Station Road
Fees/Admission
Free
Contact Information
Chris Rader
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