2013 Southwest Washington Tourism Guide — The Chronicle by Lafromboise Communications, Inc.

Southwest Washington Tourism Guide

2013-2014

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Chili Championship & BBQ Cook-Off

$5 General Admission $4 Seniors 65+ & Military Kids 7 & under FREE

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WASHINGTON STATE CHILI COOK-OFF Tolbert Sanctioned Championship Trophies & Ribbons

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Stay and Explore Volcano Country The three mountains on the cover — Mount Rainier on the left, Mount St. Helens center, and Mount Adams — form what some call Volcano Country. It is within that triangle of mountains and the lands to the west that emerges an area full of splendid nature — lush lands filled with forests, prairies, lakes, rivers and the critters that inhabit this pristine country. Beyond our great by Michael Wagar Regional outdoors you can find Executive Editor what civilization has brought forth — an indoor waterpark, car racing track, ski resort, wineries, farmers markets, community celebrations filled with parades and contests, art studios, outlet malls, scores of antique shops, a tulip farm and even a wolf preserve. Too many PROOF NO.1travelers know us only by driving through on Interstate 5; just a few small towns and cities along the way. We encourage travelers to slow down

and get off the interstate. Go east into the mountains and take in the Packwood flea market that brings in thousands of visitors on Memorial and Labor Day weekends. A can’t miss is the annual Morton Logger’s Jubilee with its mountain men (and women) contests. Go west and you’ll discover some of the finest cheeses made along the farmlands that roll along the Chehalis River. Head north to view a sandstone rock quarry outdoor swimming pool and the mysterious Mima Mounds. South offers the largest egg known to man and an old-fashioned May Day celebration, along with the heart of the Cowlitz River and the gateway to Mount St. Helens. In the center of Lewis County — the Twin Cities — stop by for a history lesson or two involving the railroad, early settler life and don’t miss the Veterans Memorial Museum which houses one of the finest collections found on the West Coast. So, get off the interstate and explore what might be the best tourist secret of Western Washington — Volcano Country.

Table of Contents Go Play Outside • White Pass and Volcano Country— p. 4 • Fire Lookouts — p. 5 • Hikes, Walks and Climbs — p. 8-9 Shop • Centralia Factory Outlets — p. 8-9 • Downtown Twin Cities — p. 8-9 Sleep • Hotels, Bed-and-Breakfasts — p. 12-13 See Local History • Get in Your Car and Discover Local History — p. 16-17 Fishing and Hunting • Fishing Guide — p. 18-19 • Fishing Map — p. 20-21

Eat, Drink and Be Merry • Wineries — p. 22 • Brewpubs — p. 23 • Farmers Markets — p. 23 Have Fun With My Kids • Great Wolf Lodge — p. 26 • Bowling — p. 26-27 • Swimming — p. 27

Have a Night Out on the Town • Twin Cities night life — p. 28-29 See the Sights • Oddities and unusal sights — p. 30-31 Experience the Culture • Events Guide - Best Bets — p. 32-33 • Complete Events Guide — p. 34-38

Celebrating 36 years Serving Lewis County Stop in and see our complete line of ATV’s, motorcycles and scooters!

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September 21-22 & 28-29 Studios Open 10am to 5pm Start your tour with the Gala Reception Friday, September 20, 2013 – 4pm to 8pm

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Historic Train Depot • 210 Railroad Ave Centralia, Washington 98531 Gallery Open Daily 10 to 5 • Sept 21–29, 2013

We’re No Ordinary Dealer www.powersportsnorthwest.com

300 S. Tower, Centralia • 736-0166 • 1-800-962-6826

Regular Store Hours Tue.-Thur. 9:30-6:00 Friday 9:30-8:00 Sat. 9:30-5:00 Closed Sun. & Mon.

Suzuki QuadRunner® ATVs may be used only by those aged 16 and older. Suzuki highly recommends that all ATV riders take a training course. We’ll even pay for it. For safety and training course information, see your dealer or call the SVIA at 1-800-852-5344. ATVs can be hazardous to operate. For your safety, always wear a helmet, eye protection and protective clothing. Always avoid paved surfaces. Never ride on public roads. Never carry passengers or engage in stunt riding. Riding and alcohol or other drugs don’t mix. Avoid excessive speeds. Be extra careful on difficult terrain.

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Windy Ridge, Mount St. Helens

The Sky is the Limit as You Explore the State’s Highest Peak and Some of Its Grandest Old Trees

rom an active volcano to gorgeous high-country lakes surrounded by virgin forests, the greater Lewis County area is nature’s playground. Even the area’s biggest city, Centralia, is nestled amongst greenery and boasts natural areas that could — and has — kept scientists busy year after year. Here are some places to visit to experience the adventure, beauty, biodiversity and spiritual richness of wild Washington.

Old Fire Lookouts A network of manned fire lookouts once dotted many of the peaks of the Cascades. Most are gone now, but two remain and beckon to visitors who want to experience an afternoon of gorgeous solitude. Getting to Burley Mountain From the Twin Cities: Head south on Interstate 5. At Exit 68, go east on U.S. Highway 12 for about 50 miles to Randle. Turn south on Forest Road 23 for 10 miles. Turn right on Forest Road 28 and

Mount Rainier Washington’s tallest mountain has opportunities for climbers — you’ll need to go with a guide, available in the mountainside hamlet of Ashford — hikers or day-trippers who want to visit an area so gorgeous that it’s called Paradise.

Best Bets: • Ohanapecosh — An island of oldgrowth trees on a family-friend hiking trail • Paradise — Glacier hikes and a historic lodge • Wonderland Trail — for an afternoon or a week, hike around the mountain • Ashford and Longmire — These two charming communities are along the route from Morton and Mineral to Paradise.

Find Out More: www.visitrainier.com has maps, sample itineraries and all you need to know to plan your excursion

Mount St. Helens

Getting to High Rock The High Rock Trail 266 begins on Forest Road 8440. To get to there from the north, take state Route 706 from Elbe to Ashford. Proceed east past Ashford for

Best Bets: • For those who want to get out of their cars and tromp through the ash: Approach from the north via Randle on U.S. Highway 12 for a surreal experience as you drive through a canopy of old-growth forest and round a corner to a scene of absolute devastation. Be sure to stop and see the “miner’s car,” which sits ravaged where it landed after being hit by the eruption. Hike to the top of Windy Ridge and stare into the awe-inspiring crater. Take in the surreal scene of a mat of logs floating on Spirit Lake. This highway closes during the winter. • For a quick and rewarding drive: Approach from the west via Toledo on state Routes 504 and 505 for an easy drive to a handful of interprative centers that are open year-round, and a summer-only center at Johnston Ridge that is so close to the volcano that it seems almost within reach. • To go underground: Approach from the south and take tours of the Ape Caves, the longest lava tube in the continental United States. • To hike to the top: A limited number of climbing permits are available to hike along the “Monitor Ridge” route on the south flank of the volcano, allowing you to hike to the very top of the crater.

about two miles and turn south on Forest Road 52 (Skate Creek Road). Continue for about five miles to Forest Road 84. Go south for about seven miles to Forest Road 8440. Turn right and drive just under three miles to the trailhead on the right. From the south, take Forest Road 52 north from Packwood and go about four and a half miles to Forest Road 47. Turn left and continue for about seven and a half miles to Forest Road 84. Turn right and proceed for about seven and a half

miles to Road 8440. Turn left and go two and a half miles to the trailhead. Forest Road 84 can also be reached from Randle via Forest Road 47, which begins just east of White Pass High School on Silverbrook Road. The junction with Forest Road 84 is about 14 miles from Randle. From there, proceed as if driving from Packwood. * All of the roads listed can be driven using most passenger cars, but a truck or SUV is a better option.

activities at the pass include hiking, bird watching, fly fishing at Leech Lake, lake fishing at Dog Lake, mountain biking, swimming, wildlife viewing, driving tours and huckleberry picking.

• Winter Carnival, held the first weekend in March, includes a noholds-barred ice sculpting competition that has included a fire-breathing dragon made with a welding torch.

Best Bets:

Find Out More:

• Hogback Basin — This new 750acre expansion area is friendly to intermediate-level skiers and features a midmountain lodge.

www.skiwhitepass.com — weather conditions, rates, services and more Continued on page 8

Find Out More: www.fs.usda.gov/mountsthelens

White Pass Resort After a recent expansion doubled its size, the White Pass Resort is a haven for people seeking the glories of powder during the winter. Late spring, summer and early fall

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Until 1980, this mountain was known for its perfect conical shape. That all changed on May 18, 1980, when an explosion with the force of a nuclear bomb blew the top off this volcano, killed more than 50 people and decimated a huge area. A network of visitor centers and roads approaching from different sides allow you to experience an active landscape of change and rebirth.

go 1.3 miles. Turn right on Forest Road 76, past the Cispus Learning Center, and go about 3.5 miles. Turn left on Forest Road 7605 and drive 7.5 miles over rough terrain. Turn left on Forest Road 7605-086 and travel one final mile to the lookout.

Go For Shopping & Dining In Lewi o T e c a l P e h T s I s County! Centralia

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The Bath Depot , Inc. We have over 40 lines of bath & body essentials, home fragrance, and decor. Local soaps available as well

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Event Catering Packages Lunch Tues-Sat 10am-4pm • Full Dinner Service Wed-Sat 5pm-9pm

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Every Friday May 3rd - October 11th 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Kid’s Fun! Crafts & More 1:30-2:30 Every Friday! • Garden Produce • Rustic Garden Furniture • Flowers • Hand Crafts • Plants • Jewelry • Bakery Goods • Wood Turnings • Yakima Fruits and Veggies

Located across from The Chronicle 401 N. Pearl St., Centralia We accept WIC/Senior Nutrition Coupons

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108 W. Pine, Centralia

Voted Best Lunch & Breakfast in Lewis County!

110 South Tower Ave., Centralia, WA

360-736-2229 Family Owned & Operated Since 1984

Visit Us and See What You Can Find!

➜ Breakfast Served All Day ➜ Covered Beer Garden

Wine Tasting

➜ Outdoor Wood Fired Pizza Oven & BBQ

Wine & Beer Related Gifts

➜ Happy Hour 12-6 Daily ➜ House Smoked Meats ➜ Fresh Oysters

Wine Making Supplies

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Wine For Every Occasion • Gift Certificates Available

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Desserts that delight...made from scratch • Sandwiches • Soups • Salads Fresh pecan Sticky buns & Cinnamon rolls on Saturday mornings!

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Johnston Ridge Visitor’s Center

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Find Out More

www.whitepassvillageinn.com — The White Pass Village Inn, which remains open year round.

www.fs.usda.gov/activity/giffordpinchot/recreation/hiking for more information and maps

High-Country Lakes

Pacific Crest Trail

For fishing or hiking, car-camping or a far-away retreat, there are many alpine lakes in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.

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Best Bet: • The trail crosses U.S. Highway 12 at White Pass, making access to this hiking opportunity very easy. Hikers can plan a long camping trip, or any number of short day trips. A variety of scenic lakes can be accessed from Lewis County via the Pacific Crest Trail.

Find Out More: www.fs.usda.gov/pct

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• Packwood Lake — Just a short drive and four-mile hike from the East Lewis County community of Packwood, this 42-acre lake is on the edge of the untrammeled wilderness. The view of an island in the middle of the lake is unforgettable, and the late-summer water is the perfect temperature for swimming. The trailhead is located on Forest Road 1260. Contact the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District at Randle (360-4971100) for advice on trails in the area.

The world-famous Pacific Crest Trail winds through huckleberry patches and opens into several areas in this welltraveled stretch of the trail that runs from Mexico to Canada.

Take a Walk in the Woods

Seminary Hill Natural Area

There’s no reason to stay inside when nearby trails await. Check out these hikes or explore more online at www. lewiscountytrails.org

Seminary Hill Natural Area This 72-acre hillside is dense with second-growth trees and carefully tended hikes. Even in the heat of summer, the canopy of fir, maple and cedar keeps the trails cool as trillium. Maidenhair ferns and other natural wonders flourish around you. Enter on the eastern edge of downtown Centralia at the corner of Locust Street and Barner Drive.

Chehalis River Discovery Trail

The DeGoede family, devout Catholics who settled in Lewis County and raise tulips, made a trail on a hillside near Mossyrock leading from a humble chapel to a grand 50-foot-tall cross built on a bluff overlooking Lake Mayfield. The trail is adorned with painting depicting the 12 Stations of the Cross. Directions are available at DeGoede Bulb Farm and Garden, 360-983-9000.

Packwood Lake

Willapa Hills Trail Known locally as the “rails to trails,” this 56-mile-long path runs from Chehalis to the Pacific Coast town of South Bend. Partially paved, the trail runs through farmland and winds up the Chehalis River Valley and into the namesake Willapa Hills. The trail is popular with bikers, joggers and even Scout troops that take on the entire hike as a week-long excursion.

Enjoy riverview dining on your way to Mt. St. Helens 19 miles from I-5 via exits 49...63 on Spirit Lake Hwy. (504)

• Elk Burgers • Gourmet Burgers • Soups and Salads • Baskets & Sandwiches • Homemade Cobbler • Chicken & Dumplings • Beltie Brew Organic Coffee • Gifts and Souvenirs

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This trail is actually northwest of Centralia, but it contains a beautiful stretch of the Chehalis River. Watch for bald eagles overhead and plan to pick blackberries if you visit in late July. Enter from Goodrich Road off Old Highway 99.

Stations of the Cross

Twin Cities: A Shopping Destination F

rom a factory outlet mall with more than 30 stores, to numerous antique shops in downtown Centralia or unique boutiques in historic downtown Chehalis, visitors can find plentiful shopping in the Twin Cities.

Centralia Factory Outlets Directions: Take Exit 82 off of I-5, stores are located on both sides of the freeway

Centralia Factory Outlets Offer Discounts for Shoppers By The Chronicle

Centralia offers more than 30 outlet stores on both sides of Interstate 5 just off of the Harrison Avenue exit. The outlet mall includes Chico’s, Coach, Eddie Bauer, Helly Hansen, Polo Ralph Lauren, Under Armour and Nike. “We have a lot of big deal stores and a lot of great names,” said Renate Johnson, the marketing and property manager for the outlets. “An outlet mall has name brands at discounted prices,” Johnson said. Manufacturers sell merchandise directly to outlet stores, rather than going though a buyer like regular stores, making them able to offer 25 to 65 percent off.

Centralia Factory Outlets Location: on both sides of Interstate 5 off off Exit 82 Hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday thrrough Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday Info: www.centraliaoutlets.com

Downtown Centralia Directions: From I-5 take exit 82, and take a right at the end of the offramp onto Harrison Ave. Keep right at fork and follow signs for City Center.

Downtown Centralia Has More Than Just Antiques Downtown Centralia has long been a destination for antique lovers, but it also

Downtown Centralia Antique Walk Directions: Walk north from Locust Street along Tower Avenue and Pearl Street

Centralia Factory Outlets

Centerville, For the Classic Styles of the American West!

North End of the Centralia Factory Outlet

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draws in customers with its numerous specialty shops. One of those long-standing businesses is HUBBUB, located at 505 N. Tower Avenue. For more than seven years, the unique storefront has offered contemporary crafts and gifts ranging from jewelry, hats and housewares to toys and home decorations. “Mostly it is practical everyday things that you use,” owner Rebecca Staebler said. “That’s my passion, to support and celebrate people who make and sell their art.” Colorful sculptures by local artist Bill Wilson were recently added to form the Hub City Art Park just outside the HUBBUB. The goal was to create “green space” in downtown Centralia, something other than an asphalt parking lot, Staebler said. “I’m just thrilled that people are using it and appreciating it,” she said. Another popular stop is Tegarden’s Chocolates, Pastries and More, which is located inside the historic Fox Theatre near the corner of East Locust Street and South Tower Avenue. Owner Bruce Tegarden offers gourmet chocolates not readily available elsewhere. Across the street, visitors can find competing coffee shops that each offer their own brand of caffeinated bliss. At 202 S. Tower Ave., Santa Lucia Coffee offers a relaxed setting and serves up speciality coffee, drinks and meals. Recently opened just across the street at 120 S. Tower Ave., Brownstone Coffee Lounge offers an alternative for visitors. With comfortable seating, a pool table and street-side tables, the business has become a popular destination. Dozens of other shopping options line Tower Avenue and Pearl Street, including the antique shops that have become a draw for visitors outside the area.

Centralia Square Antique Mall Location: 201 S. Pearl St. Phone: 360-736-6406 Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily

Up the Creek Antiques Location: 209 N. Tower Ave. Phone: 360-330-0427 Hours: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Daily

The Shady Lady Location: 216 N. Tower Ave. Phone: 360-736-4333 Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday

Abundance Vintage Location: 109 N. Tower Ave. Phone: 360-807-4831 Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily

Catty Wampus Location: 208 N. Tower Ave. Phone: 360-807-1244 Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Daily

Northwest Tub Co. Location: 113 N. Tower Ave. Phone: 360-330-2882 Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday

Simply Collectables Antiques and Gifts Location: 216-218 N. Tower Ave. Phone: 360-736-1330 Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Tuesday

Timeless Treasures Location: 314 N. Tower Ave. Phone: 360-736-3898 Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thrrough Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday

Downtown Chehalis Directions: From I-5 take Exit 77. Travel East to Market Boulevard Make a Left on Market Boulevard.

Historic Downtown Chehalis Provides a Hub for Quilters By The Chronicle

Historic downtown Chehalis offers many shops for out of town visitors to browse including fabric and quilting stores. “Quilters drive from all over for our fabric and quilt shops,” said Mitch Moberg, a member of the Chehalis Business Association. “It’s a quilting hub.” In addition to quilting, shoppers can find a variety of shopping including clothing boutiques, eateries, a museum and even a homebrew store on Market Boulevard in downtown Chehalis. In the summertime, Chehalis also offers a farmers market on Tuesdays. The vendors set up on Boistfort Street between Pacific Avenue and Market Street. “The quality of bang for the buck is awesome,” Moberg said. Moberg encourages out of towners to visit historic downtown Chehalis. “It’s a great place to stop, people in Chehalis have a lot to be proud of,” he said.

Sister’s Fabric Shop Location: 476 N. Market Blvd., Chehalis Phone: 360-748-9747 Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday

Billie’s Designer Fabrics Location: 510 N. Market Blvd., Chehalis Phone: 360-748-3295 Hours: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday

Brownstone Coffee Lounge

Northwest Dance Festival3 201

Southwest Washington Dance Center

Quality Dance Training for the beginner through advanced Fall of 2013 Classes offered in: Call the Creative Movement, Parent/Toddler, Pre-Ballet, Ballet, Pointe, Modern, Jazz, center for the Tap, Tumbling, Acro and Summer 2013 Rhythmic Gymnastics schedule Resident Performing Company by audition

Home of Lewis County’s

Looking for more information? If you’re looking for additional information, or to learn more about some of these locations, visit www.seesouthwestwa.com.

Tourist Information Centers

View schedule on the web at: www.swwdance.org First class FREE for new students! Upstairs at 455 N. Market Blvd., Chehalis (360) 748-4789 SWDC is a non-profit school that gives service without regard to race, religion, sex, color or ethnic origin.

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There are two tourist information centers — one in Chehalis, located at Chamber Way (www.chamberway.com), and another at The Centralia Factory Outlets in Centralia.

December 13, 14 & 15

Lodging in Lewis County CENTRALIA: McMenamins Olympic Club Hotel and Theater 112 N Tower Ave. Centrailia, WA 98531 360-736-5164 Amenities: Wifi, free parking, pets allowed for $15 per pet, free movie tickets Historic Hotel: Fully restored European style hotel, rooms include sink, bed, and table with shared bathrooms Americas Best Value Inn 1325 Lakeshore Dr. Centralia, WA 98531 360-736-9344 866-736-9344 Amenities: Wifi, continental breakfast, lakeview, free parking, dogs allowed, in-room refrigerator and microwave Ferrymanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Inn & Suites 1003 Eckerson Rd.

Centralia, WA 98531 360-330-2094 Amenities: Wifi, continental breakfast, pool, workout room, free parking, pets allowed, in-room refrigerator and microwave Peppermill Empress Inn 1233 Alder St. Centralia WA 98531 360-330-9441 Amenities: Wifi in lobby, rooms have wired DSL, continental breakfast, free parking, in-room refrigerator and microwave Travelodge 702 Harrison Ave. Centralia, WA 98531 360-330-9844 Amenities: Wifi, continental breakfast, pool, free parking, pets allowed, in-

room refrigerator and microwave King Oscar Motel 1049 Eckerson Rd. Centralia, WA 98531 360-736-1661 Amenities: Internet access, continental breakfast, pool, free parking, pets allowed, in-room refrigerator and microwave Motel 6 1310 Belmont Ave. Centralia, WA 98531 360-330-2057 Amenities: Internet access for $3.23, pool, free parking, pets allowed, inroom refrigerator and microwave for $3 Peppertree West RV Park & Motel 1208 Alder St. Centralia, WA 98531 360-736-1124

Amenities: Wifi in office, free parking, in-room refrigerator and microwave

CHEHALIS: Holiday Inn Express 730 NW Liberty Plaza Chehalis, WA 98532 360-740-1800 Amenities: Wifi, continental breakfast, pool, workout room, free parking, pets allowed for $35, in-room refrigerator and microwave Best Western Parkplace Inn and Suites 201 SW Interstate Ave. Chehalis, WA 98532 360-748-4040 Amenities: Wifi, continental breakfast, pool, workout room, free parking, adult dogs under 80 pounds allowed, inroom refrigerator and microwave

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13 Chehalis Inn 122 SW Interstate Ave. Chehalis, WA 98532 360-740-5339 Amenities: Wifi, continental breakfast, pool, free parking, pets allowed for $10, in room refrigerator and microwave in delux rooms Relax Inn 550 SW Parkland Dr. Chehalis, WA 98532 360-748-8608 Amenities: Wifi, continental breakfast, free parking, pets allowed for $6 to $15, in-room refrigerator and microwave

GRAND MOUND: Great Wolf Lodge 20500 Old Highway 99 S.W. Grand Mound, WA 98531 360-273-7718 Amenities: Wifi, waterpark, workout room, free parking, in-room refrigerator and microwave

GLENOMA: Lodge At The Glen 8598 U.S. Highway 12 Glenoma, WA 98336 509-877-3651 Amenities: Vacation rental triplex: two fully furnished units, full kitchens, sleeps up to seven

SALKUM: The Shepherd’s Inn Bed and Breakfast 168 Autumn Heights Dr. Salkum, WA 98582 800-985-2434 Amenities: Wifi, full breakfast, free parking, refrigerator and microwave provided

MOSSYROCK:

Mineral Lake Lodge 195 Mineral Hill Rd. Mineral, WA 98355 360-492-5253 Amenities: Wifi, continental breakfast, free parking, guest kitchen Mineral Lake Resort 148 Mineral Hill Rd. Mineral, WA 98355 360-492-5367 Amenities: cabins, fishing dock, free parking, pets allowed, in-room refrigerator, microwave and kitchenettes

MORTON: Roy’s Motel and RV 161 N. 2nd St. Morton, WA 98356 360-496-5000 Amenities: Wifi, free parking, pets allowed, in-room refrigerator and microwave Season’s Motel 200 Westlake Ave. Morton, WA 98356 360-496-6835 Amenities: Wifi, continental breakfast, free parking, pets allowed for $10, in-room refrigerator and microwave

RANDLE:

Crest Trail Lodge 12729 U.S. Highway 12 Packwood, WA 98361 360-494-4944 Amenities: Wifi, continental breakfast, free parking, pets allowed, in-room refrigerator and microwave Packwood Inn 13032 U.S. Highway 12 Packwood, WA 98361 360-494-5500 Amenities: Wifi, pool, free parking, pets allowed, in-room refrigerator and microwave Moon Mountain 694 Cannon Rd. Packwood, WA 98361 360-494-4949 Amenities: Wifi, hot tub, free parking, pets allowed, in-room refrigerator and microwave Mountain View Lodge & Motel 13163 U.S. Highway 12 Packwood WA 98361

360-494-5555 Amenities: Wifi, continental breakfast in summer, free parking, in some rooms refrigerator, microwave and kitchenette Peters Inn 13051 U.S. Highway 12 Packwood WA 98361 360-494-4000 Amenities: Wifi, free parking Tatoosh Motel 12880 U.S. Highway 12 Packwood, WA 98631 360-494-7379 Amenities: Wifi, continental breakfast, free parking, pets allowed $10, in room refrigerator and microwave

WHITE PASS: The Village Inn 48933 U.S. Highway 12 White Pass, WA 98937 509-672-3131 Amenities: Wifi, pool, free parking, in room refrigerator and microwave, basic kitchen and full kitchens avaliable

Spring Color Show

Good Selection of Farm Grown Perennials

Tall Timber Restaurant Lounge and Motel 10023 U.S. Highway 12 Randle, WA 98377 360-497-2991 Amenities: free parking, pets allowed in some rooms, in-room refrigerator

Gorgeous Hanging Baskets

Woodland Motel 11890 U.S. Highway 12 Randle, WA 98377 360-494-6766 Amenities: Wifi, free parking, pets allowed, in-room refrigerator and microwave, some kitchenettes

* Floral Arrangements * Pottery & Gift Shop

* Blooming Nursery * Berries, Fruit Trees * Roses, Shrubs

PACKWOOD: Cowlitz River Lodge 13069 U.S. Highway. 12 Packwood, WA 98361 360-494-4444 Amenities: Wifi, continental breakfast, free parking, pets allowed, in-room

Show Garden Open Daily • Retail Store Hours 9am - 6pm Closed Sundays (360) 983-9000 • I-5 Exit 68, east on Hwy 12 in Mossyrock

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This 101-acre park includes the 1860s Borst Home, a one-room schoolhouse replica as well as the Fort Borst blockhouse. Admission is $2 for adults, $1 for children aged 5 to 12 years and $10 for families (Borst Home admission). Head west on Harrison Avenue in Centralia. Turn left on Johnson Road, go past the middle school and swimming pool. Follow the signs to the Borst Home. 360-330-7688

Built in 1858, the Claquato Church is thought to be the oldest Protestant church in the Pacific Northwest and it’s included on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s located off state Route 6, west of Chehalis. 360-748-4551

Railroad depot in downtown Chehalis, the Lewis County Historical Museum is dedicated to the preservation of the history and heritage of Lewis County. 599 N.W. Front Way, Chehalis 360-748-0831, www.lewiscountymuseum.org

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Olympic Club McMenamin’s Olympic Club remains one of Centralia’s most popular destinations — that’s not surprising since it comprises a restaurant and bar, a hotel and even a movie theater. If you go, be sure to pick up some locally brewed beer to go. 112 N. Tower Ave. 360-736-5164 www.mcmenamins.com/451-olympic-club-home

Lewis and Clark State Park, a popular camping destination, comprises 621 acres, including one of the last oldgrowth forests in the state. http://tinyurl.com/lewisandclark-wash

The Veterans Memorial Museum showcases the personal histories of veterans from Lewis County. 100 S.W. Veterans Way, Chehalis 360-740-8875, www.veteransmuseum.org

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Tenino Depot Museum

The 1845 Jackson House was the first pioneer home built north of the Columbia River. It’s located near the Lewis and Clark State Park. 360-864-2643

Lewis County Historical Museum Housed in a 1912 Northern Pacific

The museum, built in 1914 as a railroad depot, houses the history of Tenino, a town of 1,600. Visit the museum to see American Indian artifacts from the Nisqually and Chehalis tribes, logging and quarry tools or the printing press used to make wooden money during the great Depression. 399 Park Ave W. Tenino, WA 98589

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The Vintage Antique Motorcycle Museum This private collection includes original and fully restored pre-1916 Indians, HarleyDavidsons Excelsiors and other vehicles and bicycles. It’s a stunning testament to America’s love of horsepower. The museum is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on weekdays or by appointment. Admission is $5. http://antiquemotorcycles.net 545 N. Market Blvd., Chehalis, WA 360-748-3472

White Pass Country Museum Learn about the rich history of the East Lewis County and the eastern slope of the Cascades at the White Pass Country Historical Museum in Packwood. Cost is $2 for adults and $1 for children and it is open by appointment. 12990 U.S. Highway 12, Packwood (360) 494-4422 www.whitepasscountrymuseum.com

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Opportunities for Fishing Abound in Volcano Country

hose who want to include sportfishing in their travel or vacation plans can find some of the best in and around Lewis County. The Cowlitz River has a great spring chinook run every year, provides hundreds of fall coho for anglers, is one of the Northwest’s best streams for summer and winter steelhead, and continues to build a reputation as one of the finest sea-run cutthroat fisheries in the country. The Cowlitz River from the Barrier Dam near Salkum to the mouth of the Toutle above Castle Rock constitutes at least five of the best fisheries anywhere, often providing near record catches for hundreds of happy anglers. Mineral Lake, at the town of Mineral north of Morton, is perhaps the best trout water in the western half of Washington. It is a rich lake in natural feed, growing huge rainbow and brown trout, some of which reach the 10-pound class every year.

The unique experience of fishing Washington’s high mountain lakes is enough to name them among our best places to fish. The biggest alpine lake in the region, Walupt Lake, may surrender naturally-spawned trout as large as salmon, but the smaller, incredibly beautiful alpine waters, especially Takhlakh and Council lakes, should be on everyone’s list to at least visit, if not to fish. Back on the Cowlitz watershed, three impounds rate mention as prime destinations for the traveling angler. Those include Mayfield Lake, Riffe Lake and Lake Scanewa, each with a unique personality and each delivering its own kind of fishery. Mayfield, for example, holds thousands of husky rainbow, largemouth bass and legendary hybrid tiger muskies. In recent years, the lake has built a population of landlocked coho, fish that were naturally spawned in the Tilton River (also a great fishing experience) and took up residence in the lake instead of migrating to the ocean. Riffe Lake is a huge impound that is

managed for planted landlocked coho; delicious pink-meated trophies that splendidly grace a dinner table. It also holds rainbow, cutthroat, catfish and a burgeoning population of smallmouth bass. The latter is so abundant these days that many anglers catch and release dozens in a day’s fishing. Lake Scanewa, the uppermost lake on the river system, is becoming justifiably famous for the migrating salmon and steelhead that are transported there over the river’s three-dam hydroelectric structures. Along with a fine population of native and hatchery trout, it’s possible to catch giant king salmon, feisty coho, and both summer and winter steelhead in the relatively small confines of the lake. There are dozens of smaller lakes and ponds, streams of every size and character, and even hidden mountain streams best suited for the catch and release of small native trout and salmon smolts, many of which haven’t been fished more than once or twice a year for decades. It

is the experience, rather than a potential trophy, that draws angling purists to the high country. Whatever your fishing objective, the waters in and around Lewis County have great treasures to offer. Please come join us.

Lewis County Hunting Offers a Wide Variety of Choices Visitors who come to hunt in Lewis County have a wide variety of choices of wildlife and game birds, super waterfowl opportunities, small game, and the big trophy animals to seek. Some of the more exotic animals in the county will require special permits available only by a random drawing. Among those is an annual hunt for one of the county’s plentiful mountain goats. Tops in early hunting are the open wild turkey season in mid-April of each year — and a general spring black bear hunt on selected game management units in the area. For many local hunters, the true

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hunting season begins in early fall when the especially generous forest grouse season opens. That popular choice lasts for four months and gives a hunter the chance to experience the lower and midelevation forests during the brilliance of autumn and the chill of winter. Ducks and geese are plentiful at certain times of each winter season, while earlier hunters may seek ringneck pheasants, doves, quail, and even bandtailed pigeons, again plentiful enough to allow a general hunt. The primary sport of hunting among locals and visiting trophy hunters is centered on the blacktail deer and the elk populations. Lewis County boasts large segments of both the South Rainier elk herd and the burgeoning Mount St. Helens herd of huge elk. Wildlife biologists report the elk herds, coupled with more than a hundred smaller bands of elk in lowland valleys and in the west half of the county, may number as many as 20,000 individual animals. Hunting is the preferred management option to reduce the elk population to optimum habitat levels. Deer hunters will find the bulk of the blacktail deer population at lower eleva-

tions, generally along the river valleys and increasingly near farmlands, towns, and suburban areas. There are fewer local deer to be found in the traditional foothills and high country because a general lack of permitted logging has reduced the available brush and shrubs — the “browse” on which deer and elk prosper — and the deer have moved to greener pastures, quite literally. Elk still find their favored leaves and forbs in the high country, but migrate to low elevations in late fall, just as seasons begin. Hunters in and around Lewis County may choose to use modern rifles, primitive firearms (muzzleloaders) or archery equipment for their big game adventure, and there are separate areas and seasons for all three choices. Visitors and residents alike may apply for any of the hundreds of special area/season hunting permits awarded each year to lucky hunters. Those coming to the area to hunt should contact the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife at wdfw.wa.gov for preliminary information on licenses, species, and seasons, and then choose their hunting preference and quarry.

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Eat, Drink and Be Merry in Lewis County

Between the Chehalis Valley Wine Tour, historic brew pubs and various farmers markets, Lewis County offers tourist many ways to eat, drink and be merry. Wineries

Eight wineries around Lewis County participate in the bi-annual Chehalis Valley Wine Tour. This year the wine tour is May 4 and 5. Presale tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the wineries or at the door $20. The wine tour will also run the last weekend in September. Here is a sampling from the wineries that will be in the tour and are also open for business throughout the year in Lewis County.

Agate CreekCellars Where: 105 Agate Creek Lane, Chehalis Contact: 360-740-1692 Tastings: Every Saturday from noon to 5 p.m

Agate Creek Cellars, which opened

in May 2011, specializes in “big reds”, which include Cabernet Sauvignon and Barbera. Their marionberry fruit wine is also popular.

Bateaux Cellars Where: 288 Jackson Hwy S., Toledo Contact: 360-607-0774 Website: bateauxcellars.com Tastings: By appointment, May through October noon to 5 p.m.

Bateaux Cellars focuses on the heratage of the area. Bateaux is the name for flatbottom cannons used by fur traders to discover the Pacific Northwest. The cellars is known for their traditional wine blends, including the Voyageur Bordeaux Blend made from Yakima Valley grapes.

Heyman Winery is known for their award-winning cranberry and apricot wines.

Birchfield Winery Where: 921 Middle Fork Road #A, Onalaska Contact: 360-864-5500 Tastings: By Appointment

Scatter Creek Winery

Birchfield Winery, which started in 1993, specializes in oak barrel aged full body red wine, which includes merlot, cabernet franc and Syrah.

Where: 3442 180th Ave. SW, Tenino Contact: 360-273-8793 Website: scattercreekwinery.com Tastings: Varies by appointment over two weeks each month

Heymann Whinery

Scatter Creek Winery is known for their soft white wines, bold red wines and fine dessert wines.

Where: 212 N. Tower Ave., Centralia Contact: 360-623-1106 Website: heymannwhinery.com Tastings: Monday through Thursday 11a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Weatherwax Cellars Where: Brim Road, Onalaska Contact: 360-736-7027 Tastings: By appointment

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23 Weatherwax Cellars is a familyowned winery on a Christmas Tree farm in Onalaska.

namins Ales on draft, which includes Hammerhead, an intense hopped blend and Ruby, a raspberry ale.

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Where: 140 Eschaton Road, Onalaska Contact: 360-978-6254 Website: wellswinery.com Tastings: Sundays from noon to 5 p.m.

Well’s Winery is known for using only naturally grown fruit and berries from the Northwest and raw organic sugar.

Widgeon Hill Winery Where: 121 Widgeon Hill Road, Chehalis Contact: 360-520-2919 Website: widgeonhill.com Tastings: By appointment

Widgeon Hill’s favorite wines are Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Syrah and Chenin Blanc. The reds are aged in French, American and Hungarian oak.

Brew Pubs Those looking for a unique atmosphere to drink a locally-made microbrew can find it in Lewis County at Northwest Sausage and Deli or the McMenamins Olympic Club.

Northwest Sausage & Deli Where: 5945 Prather Road SW, Centralia Contact: 360-736-7760 Website: dicksbeer.com Hours: Monday, Tuesday Wednesday 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday and Friday 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 9:30 to 5 p.m.

The deli is the main retail outlet for Dick’s Brewing Company (which is open on 3516 Galvin Road in Centralia Friday and the third Saturday of the month from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.). The deli has 11 Dick’s Beers on tap, including the most popular Danger Ale.

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Where: 719 N. Tower Ave. Centralia Contact: 360-736-1033 Website: www.facebook.com/ezracoxdistillery.centraliawa Hours: Tuesday-Friday, noon to 5 p.m.; Saturday, noon to 6 p.m.

Ezra Cox Distillery offers visitors a look inside the distillery process. The business recently rolled out its signature Ezra Cox Moonshine, which is available for purchase along with other merchandise at the downtown Centralia tasting room.

Farmers Markets Community Farmers Market (Chehalis) Where: Boistfort Avenue, Downtown Chehalis When: Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 11 - October 29 More Info: www.communityfarmersmarket.net Contact: Jackie Rose, 360-870-5824

The Historic Lewis County Farmers Market (Centralia) Where: Corner of N. Pearl and Maple (across from The Chronicle) When: Friday, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., May 3 through Sept. 27 More Info: www.lewiscountyfarmersmarket.org Contact: Derrill Outland, 360-736-8977

Tenino Farmers Market Where: 301 Old Hwy. 99 N., Tenino Elementary School When: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., June 1 through Sept. 28 More info: www.teninofarmersmarket.org Contact: market@teninofarmersmarket.org

Winlock Farmers Market Where: Winlock Events Plaza on Kerron St., Winlock When: Wednesday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., April through October Contact: Jeanie Emmeneger, 360-785-4817

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Where: 112 N. Tower Ave., Centralia Contact: 360-736-5164 Website: mcmenamins.com Hours: Sunday–Thursday, 7 a.m. to midnight, Friday and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 1 a.m., Breakfast served: 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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Family-Friendly Fun Awaits

If you’re traveling with children, there are plenty of places offering adventure or an easy-going afternoon. From Great Wolf Lodge off Exit 88 a few miles north of Centralia to Victory Lanes, a Morton bowling alley, you’ll have no trouble keeping the kids entertained while you’re in town. Tenino Quarry Pool Victory Lanes Great Wolf Lodge Bowling The Great Wolf Lodge in Grand Mound, which opened in March 2008, offers more than the average hotel stay. The lodge features an enormous indoor water park, various restaurants, an arcade, a gym and much more for toddlers, teens or the entire family. Check out these amenities: Fun for Children and Toddlers • Cub Paw Pool, a safe pool where toddlers can explore the spray-and-play features or wade into the zero-depth entry kiddie pool with a maximum depth of 18 inches. • Slap Tail Pond, a wave pool with three feet tall waves. • Fort Mackenzie, a four-story treehouse in the center of the indoor water park. Fun for Teens • Howlin’ Tornado, a three-person water ride that drops down a six-story funnel and swirls people 30 feet up the side of the funnel before safely landing at the bottom. • River Canyon Run, a signature raft ride down a waterslide. • Scoops Kids Spa, a spa designed for kids offers oversized banana splits while getting a pedicure among other experiences. Fun for the Entire Family • Hot Springs offers relaxation in a jumbo warming pool. • Northern Lights Arcade, a familyfriendly arcade with over 100 games designed for everyone in the family. • Iron Horse Fitness Room, a 24-hour fitness room with a variety of workout equipment.

If You Go

Centralia Lanes This eight-lane alley offers Rock N Bowl Saturday night from 9:30 to midnight.

IF YOU GO Where: 827 N. Tower Ave., Centralia Contact: 360-736-3815 Winter Hours: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 5 p.m. to midnight Summer Hours: Tuesday 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 5 p.m. to midnight

Victory Lanes is a 12-lane bowling alley that also offers an arcade, go karts and mini golf.

IF YOU GO Where: 834 Westlake Ave., Morton Contact: 360-496-6797

Swimming Pools Those looking to cool off in the water or get a workout in can find the opportunity at different swimming pools around Lewis County. Outdoors pools open in the summertime and Thorbeckes Fitlife Aquatic Center in Centralia offers swimming indoors year round.

Along with Rock N Bowl, Fairway Lanes, an 18-lane alley, hosts Monte Carlo bowling Saturday night from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Where: 410 S.W. Parkland Dr., Chehalis Contact: 360-740-8097 Hours: Opens June 22, swim lessons begin June 27 Swim Lesson Registration: June 23 and 24 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Where: 2020 Borst Ave. #2, Centralia Contact: 360-736-1683 Website: thorbecks.com Hours: Monday - Thursday, 5:30 a.m. - 8 p.m., Friday 5 a.m. - 9 p.m.,Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday Noon - 5 p.m. Open year round.

Children’s Museum Discover! Children’s Museum Opened in the Twin City Town Center just this year, the Discover! Children’s Museum has educational offerings for all ages. The pilot project is set to continue through August as organizers gauge interest in the community and discern how the project is working.

May 1 - Sept. 30

If You Go Where: 1501 S. Gold St., Centralia Contact: 360-736-4100 Website: fairwaylanes.net Prices: Winter rates are $3.50 per game. Summer rates are $2 per game. On Friday and Saturday Rock N Bowl takes place from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Winter Hours: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. Summer Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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Where: 319 Park Ave. W., Tenino Contact: 360-264-2368 Hours: Opens Fourth of July, Wednesday through Sunday noon to 7 p.m.

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From birthday parties to league events, Lewis County has bowling available for everyone looking for a night on the lanes.

Come To Discover! Open Wednesday - Saturday 10-5 • Sundays 11-5

1461 NW Louisiana Ave. Chehalis, WA 98532 (located in the Town Center Shopping Center)

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If you Go Where: 1461 NW Louisiana Ave., Chehalis Contact: (360) 996-4011 Visit: www.discovermuseum.org Hours & Admission: Wednesday through Saturday: 10 a.m. -5 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Tuesday: Closed Admission: $4 per person

Seasonal Fruit Stand Open May - October Fresh • Local • Produce

Fruit Stand Opens End of April!

Mon. - Fri. 7am to 3pm Sat. & Sun. 8am to 3pm

576 W. Main, Chehalis WA 98532

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The museum offers a variety of exhibits including one titled “Power of Air” in which air blows through a maze of flexible tubing. There is a veterinarian clinic where kids can “treat” stuffed animals, a weather studio with a green screen and a farmers market with plastic produce to teach children commerce and healthy living. The museum also houses a paleontology fossil dig, a Lego building exhibit, a train table, a toddler area with building blocks and a music room.

Paninis, Sandwiches, Burgers, Wraps, Soups, Salads, Smoothies

Enjoy a Night on the Town in the Twin Cities By The Chronicle

hether you’re stepping out for a drink, looking for a late meal or enjoying a full-fledged night on the town, the Twin Cities have you covered. In Centralia, McMenamins Olympic Club has for years been a staple outlet for microbrews, hearty meals and lodging. It also includes the largest pool hall in Lewis County and a theater. Located at 112 N. Tower Avenue, the Oly Club — as locals call it — can be reached at (360) 736-5164. Just down Tower Avenue, visitors will find O’Blarney’s Irish Pub, which opened its doors in the Gibson House building in 2011. Along with a full menu of drinks and food, this increasingly popular establishment also offers several pool tables. It’s located at 221 N. Tower Ave. and can be reached at (360) 807-4581. Like its twin, Chehalis is also rife with late-night options for enjoying adult beverages or late-night meals. One of the newest additions is the Devilfish Public House. It bills itself as a mix of “old world maritime charm, good food and laughter.” Patrons can crowd around a fire inside the Devilfish to share stories, food and friendship. The Devilfish is located at 289 N.W. Chehalis Ave. and can be reached at (360) 996-4682.

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Only a couple of blocks away is The Shire Bar and Bistro. At The Shire, customers can enjoy steaks, seafood, pasta and cold drinks in a relaxing atmosphere. Stop in for a meal or stay for a few hours The Shire also frequently provides live entertainment for its guests.

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Other Options in Centralia: Hub Bar and Grill 110 S Tower Ave, Centralia (360) 736-2229

Dick’s Brewing Company 3516 Galvin Rd, Centralia (360) 736-7760

The Tower Tavern 114 S. Tower Ave., Centralia (360) 736-9049

The Limit Bar and Grill 1500 S. Gold St., Centralia (360) 330-8049

Joe’s Tavern 537 N. Tower Ave., Centralia (360) 736-8024

The Junction 21000 Old Highway 99 S.W., Centralia (360) 273-7586

Morton General Hospital offers you a level of care that is very difficult to find - we treat you like family! We strive to be the best community hospital we can be by providing professional, personal and high-quality health care. Our patients tell us that nowhere else are they treated with the same compassionate, attentive and personalized care as they receive at Morton General Hospital.

32-Minute Average ER Wait Time • Diagnostic Imaging • Laboratory • Outpatient Services • Surgery Department

Other Options in Chehalis: Market Street Pub 523 N. Market Blvd., Chehalis (360) 748-6777 Paradise Restaurant and Lounge 337 N.W. Chehalis Ave., Chehalis (360) 748-7513

Rumors 543 N.W. Pacific Ave., Chehalis (360) 748-1957 Garbe’s Bar and Grill 313 N.W. Chehalis Ave., Chehalis (360) 996-4279

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Explore the Unusual and Extraordinary Mima Mounds

Take an idyllic Sunday drive through Lewis County’s rural pastures. While you take in the scenery, consider checking out some of the area’s most unique roadside attractions. Start in the Twin Cities and then go... North

Take I-5 north and take exit 88 for Tenino. Take a right onto Old Highway 99. Take a left onto 183rd Ave. SW and the South Sound Speedway will be on the right.

South Sound Speedway and Its Million-Dollar Toilets

South Sound Speedway owner Butch Behn bought four self-cleaning toilets from the city of Seattle after they became havens for drug abuse. He paid $13,000 for them through eBay — Seattle originally paid $1 million. You also may want to check out a race while you’re there. 3730 183rd Ave. S.W., Rochester, WA 98579 360-273-6420

Tenino, Home of Wooden Money From the South Sound Speedway,

head back onto Old Highway 99 and go 5½ miles east into Tenino, a town famous for its sandstone quarries and its creation of wooden money during the banking crisis of the Great Depression. Head north from Tenino on Old Highway 99 for 3 miles, then take a right onto Offut Lake Road.

Wolf Haven

Hear the real call of the wild at this sanctuary for captive-born wolves, which is also home to a nationally recognized breeding program for two species of highly endangered wolves. Tour the facilities to meet the wolves and unleash your inner wild animal at a “Howl-in” 3111 Offut Lake Road S.E. 800-448-WOLF www.wolfhaven.org Head back into Tenino, go east on Old Highway 99 and back to I-5, then go Wolf Haven

north to exit 95. Take a left and go under the freeway, then take a quick right onto Maytown Road. Go 3 miles to Littlerock and through the community until the road Ts. Turn right onto Waddell Creek Road and look for the “Mima Mounds Natural Area,” sign on the left

Mima Mounds

This state preserve shows off the unique geographic formation known as Mima Mounds. Their origin is a mystery and their ecology is equally fascinating, as they offer a home to rare prairie flowers, grasses and lichen. Keep an eye out for butterflies and the elusive Mazama pocket gopher. www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/mimamounds

Cowlitz Falls Parks The Bud Allen Campground located along the banks of the Cowlitz River offers a quiet, natural environment and is a great place to stay while visiting Mt. St. Helens or Mt. Rainier.

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Visit the “world’s largest egg,” located in Winlock. The egg is a tribute to the town’s history when it was considered the egg capital of the world. If possible, visit June 22 through 24, during the city’s annual Egg Days celebration, which features a car show and royal court. First Street, Winlock, WA

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Little Crane Cafe

This popular restaurant this winter became known less for its tasty food than for the fact that a small spring is now flowing underneath it. While that problem is likely temporary, the quality meals are here to stay. Stop by this diner for some homemade food at good prices. Menu choices include pancakes, burgers, and roasted turkey and roast beef. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all available any time of the day. 110 7th St, Vader, WA 98593

East From Chehalis, take I-5 south toward Portland. Look for the proudly conservative Uncle Sam billboard on your left. A mile later, take Exit 71 for state Route 508. Turn left (east) onto 508 and continue straight until you hit the lumber town of Onalaska. You’ll see a giant smokestack on the left, the only remnant of what was once the largest inland timber mill in the world.

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Gospodor Monument Park

The Gospodor Monument Park was built by the late Dominic Gospodor, a millionaire from Seattle. The enormous statues pay tribute to Mother Theresa, Jesus, American Indians and Holocaust victims. Stay on Camas Road south until it turns into Drews Prairie Road. Turn left onto Telegraph Road. Turn right onto state Route 506 and follow it into the town of Vader (where the name predates “Star Wars”). You’ll see Little Crane Cafe on the right.

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Justice General Store, Onalaska

Step back in time when you visit the quaint Justice General Store, with its wooden floors and old-fashioned ambiance. It is said to be the oldest continually running grocery store in Washington. 116 Main St. Onalaska, WA 98570 360-978-4194 Head south on Leonard Road toward Railroad Avenue. Turn left onto U.S. 12 and turn right onto Birley Road. Turn right onto Mossyrock Road, and the farm will be on your left.

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Underwater Ghost Towns

The towns of Mayfield, Riffe and Kosmos are located under Riffe Lake — a result of building the Mayfield and Mossyrock dams in the 1960s. You can see the towns if the water level is low enough.

DeGoede Bulb Farm

If strolling through 30 acres of tulips sounds like a nice way to spend an afternoon, consider visiting the familyowned DeGoede Bulb Farm and Gardens, located just off U.S. Highway 12. The family first grew flowers in Holland, then later moved to Mount Vernon, Wash., and finally to their current location in Mossyrock. There are also 100 greenhouses, a garden center and a show garden with a pond and waterfall. 409 Mossyrock Road West Mossyrock, WA 98564

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The park is popular for camping and fishing. Nearby Dog Mountain is a mecca for hang-gliders. More than 4,000 years ago, the Cowlitz and Yakama tribes inhabited the area — an interpretive display is at the park with more information about the location’s history. www.mytpu.org/tacomapower/parksrec 360-295-3711

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May 2013

Memorial Day Flea Market, Packwood — May 24-27, 2013

Vader ‘May Day’ Celebration & Parade — Saturday, May 3-4, 2013

Packwood Flea Market

Spring Youth Fair, Southwest Washington Fairgrounds — May 3, 4 & 5 2013 Spring Youth Fair

The Packwood Flea Market is one of Lewis County’s biggest and best-attended events. From antiques and oddities, to power tools and housewares, you’ll find something unique and interesting at this famous gathering of merchants and vendors. Deals extend for miles outside this picturesque town. For more info: 360-494-2223 or www.destinationpackwood.com.

June 2013 Father’s Day Dinner Steam Train Ride — Sunday, June 16, 2013

The Spring Youth Fair showcases local youth agricultural achievements and provides great family fun, including events, rides, and traditional food fare. For more info: 360-736-9758 or southwestwashingtonfair.net. 31st Lewis County Historical Bike Ride — Saturday, May 11, 2013 Grab your bike and get ready to tour picturesque Lewis County and see some of our more historical locations. There are several route options to choose from that include rural farmland and historical markers. Routes all start from Stan Hedwall Park in Chehalis. For more info: 360-262-9647.

Taking place at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds, this isn’t your average car show with shiny cars and fresh wax jobs. This show features cars primarily known as “Rat Rods.” You don’t have to have a nice coat of new paint for this show — a coat of grey primer will do just fine. For more info: 360-736-6072.

July 2013

Vader May Day

Vader May Day Festival and Parade takes place in Vader, about 20 minutes south of Chehalis. The parade begins in downtown Vader at 10 a.m. For more info: 360-295-3011

Billetproof Car Show — Saturday, June 22, 2013

What better way to celebrate Father’s Day than with a train ride on the historic Centralia-Chehalis Steam Train? Hop on the train with dad and travel through rural West Lewis County, starting in Chehalis and going as far as Ruth, a former community in the Boistfort Valley. For more info: 360-748-9593 or www.steamtrainride.com Winlock Egg Days & Parade — June 21-23, 2013 Visit historic Winlock, home of the World’s Largest Egg. Once home to a handful of booming industries, Egg Days celebrates days gone by with a car show, parade, and many additional events over the weekend. It’s family fun for all. For more info: 360-785-3606.

Summerfest, Parade & Demolition Derby — July 4, 2013 Summfest Demolition Derby

Summerfest is one of Lewis County’s best-attended events. From free events at Fort Borst Park including a fishing derby, games, and performances, to the evening events including a Demolition Derby at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds Winlock Egg Days

and a giant fireworks display that can be seen for miles in the Centralia and Chehalis area. For more info: 360-330-7674 Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic — July 13-14, 2013

Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic

The Centralia-Chehalis area is the midpoint for this famed bicycle ride through Washington into Oregon. Riders and support crew spend the evening in our area to relax, sleep, and to be entertained. You’ll often find live performances and specialty events that occur in conjunction with this famous bicycle tour. For more info: 360-748-8885. Toledo Cheese Days — July 13-14, 2013 One of the gateways to Mount St. Helens, Toledo celebrates its historic

September 2013

Morton Logger’s Jubilee

ARTrails Studio Tours — September 20-22 & September 28-29, 2013 ARTrails of Lewis County

33 making. For more info: 360-978-4018. Pumpkin Steam Train Ride — October 26-27, 2013 A new twist on harvest time, get your pumpkin and ride the Steam Train! For more info: 360-748-9593 or www.steamtrainride.com.

November 2013 Meet dozens of local artists and see their workplaces on the annual ARTrails studio tour. From traditional oil and canvas to modern photography and sculpture, you’ll be amazed at what our locals create. For more info: 360-8642621 or www.artrailsofsww.org. community heritage every year with various events including a parade and several cheese-themed events. For more info: 360-864-4391. Antique Festival — July 20-21, 2013 Visit and tour historic downtown Centralia during its Antique Festival. You’ll be impressed by the unexpected items you can find. There are businesses that specialize — of course — in antiques, but there are also businesses that specialize in specific goods such as art, antique fixtures, antique home furnishings and more. For more info: 360-623-1106.

August 2013 Mossyrock Blueberry Festival — August 2-3, 2013 The town of Mossyrock, near Mayfield Lake, is home to the famous DeGoede Bulb Farm and the annual Blueberry Festival. This festival includes a car show, live events, and a parade in downtown Mossyrock. For more info: 360-983-3880. 70th Morton Loggers’ Jubilee — August 8-11, 2013

Southwest Washington Fair — August 13-18, 2013 For over 100 years, the Southwest Washington Fair has showcased Lewis County’s rich agricultural history. From livestock markets, to live shows and performances, to traditional fair food, activities, and rides, there’s something for everyone. For more info: 360-736-6072. Chehalis Garlic Festival — August 23-25, 2013 The Chehalis Garlic Festival has become a trademark of the Centralia-Chehalis area and has grown exponentially over the past two decades. The festival features a large craft show, garlic themed food fare, and several live music performances and various activities. For more info: 360-748-6848.

Chehalis Valley Wine Tour — September 28-29, 2013 The Chehalis Valley Wine Tour features a handful of our local wineries who are very proud of their craft. It’s a great way to see Lewis County and taste what we have to offer — but remember, drive safely. For more info: 360-6231106 or chehalisvalleywinetour.com.

October 2013 Apple Harvest Festival — Saturday, October 5, 2013 One of the newest festivals to our area, the Onalaska Apple Harvest Festival celebrates harvest time in Lewis County with harvest themed events and apple cider

Be a part of the community and join us in celebrating our annual tree lighting in George Washington Park (Centralia). For more info: 360-330-7674.

December 2013 63rd Santa Parade — Saturday, December 7, 2013 For over 60 years, every first Saturday in December, the Santa Parade has delighted hundreds of local residents with family fun and Holiday cheer. And, after being flown in via helicopter, Santa joins the parade! Parade at 11 am. For more info: 360-748-8885. Santa Steam Train Rides — December 17-8 & December 14-15, 2013 Another twist on an old tradition — ride the train with Santa! For more info: 360-748-9593 or www.steamtrainride.com.

Hub City Car Show — August 24, 2013 Hub City Car Show is one of those car shows that women tend to enjoy just as much — if not more — than the men who have cars in the show. Why, you ask? Shopping of course! Situated in historic downtown Centralia, patrons of the car show can see beautiful classic cars while walking up and down the blocks visiting all of the best best antique and specialty stores Centralia has to offer. 9am to 4pm. For more info: 360-748-8885.

AUGUST 10 & 11 2013 Gates open at 9:00 a.m. OLYMPIA REGIONAL AIRPORT

$12 Online $15 At the door • Get tickets now at www.olympicflightmuseum.com

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The historic timber town of Morton, in the shadow of the mighty Mount Rainier, celebrates its heritage with lawn mower races, logging games, events, demonstrations and a parade through downtown

Morton. For more info: 360-496-6362.

Tree Lighting Ceremony & Visit with Santa — Saturday, November 22, 2013

Complete Lewis County-Area Events Guide APRIL

27 Girls Night Out Downtown Centralia, (360) 623-1016 27 Centralia Ballet Academy Sock Hop Oakview Grange, Centralia, (360) 623-9010 27 Lions Club Fishing Derby Borst Lake, Centralia, (360) 748-7583 27 Spring Wine & Brew Festival Lions Grand Tasting Hall, Ashford, www.road-to-paradise.com 27 Veterans Memorial Tree of Life Veterans Memorial Museum, Chehalis, (360) 740-8875 28 Side Street Strutters Jazz Band Corbet Theatre, Centralia College, (360) 6230-8100

MAY 3 Spring Bling Courtyard Salon & Spa, Centralia, (360) 623-1940 3-5 Lewis County Spring Youth Fair SWW Fairgrounds, (360) 736-9758 3-5 Packwood Mountain Festival White Pass Country Museum, (360) 494-4031 3-5, 7, 10 Disney’s “The Jungle Book Kids” Roxy Theater, Morton, (360) 4960541 3-4 Vader May Day & Parade Downtown Vader, (360) 295-3559 4-5 Spring Wine Tour Chehalis Valley Locations, (360) 6231106 9 Taste of Home Cooking School Great Wolf Lodge, Grand Mound, (360) 740-5499

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11 31st Annual Lewis County Historical Bike Ride Stan Hedwall Park, Chehalis, (360) 262-9647 12 Mother’s Day Brunch & Dinner Steam Train Rides Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, (360) 748-9593 18 CDA Walking Tour Downtown Centralia, (360) 304-9608 19 Master Gardeners Plant Sale SWW Fairgrounds, Chehalis, (360) 740-1212 24-27 Memorial Day Packwood Flea Market Downtown Packwood, (360) 494-2223

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Mossyrock Blueberry Festival

Orchestra Corbet Theater, Centralia College, (360) 748-4785

14-16, 20-23, 28-30 “The Underpants” Evergreen Playhouse, Centralia, (360) 736-8628

35 16 Father’s Day Dinner Steam Train Ride Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, (360) 748-9593 21-23 Winlock Egg Days Downtown Winlock, (360) 295-3626 22 Billetproof Car Show SWW Fairgrounds, (360) 736-6072 22 Chef’s Night Out Lucky Eagle Casino, Rochester, (360) 748-8100 24-July 13 OnStage Children’s Theatre Day Camp Roxy Theatre, Morton, (360) 4960541 29 Desert War Era Veterans Remembrance Day Veterans Memorial Museum, (360) 740-8875 29 Murder Mystery Dinner Train Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, (360) 748-9593 Southwest Washington Fair

JULY All Month 60th Anniversary of Babe Ruth Baseball Exhibit Lewis County Historical Museum, (360) 748-0831 4 Summerfest, Parade & Demo Derby Centralia Locations, (360) 330-7674 4 Pe Ell 4th of July Parade Downtown Pe Ell, (360) 291-3543 6-7 Cascade Country Cookoff and Cascade Car Show Stan Hedwall Park, Chehalis, (360) 748-6836 9-11 Fastpitch NW Championships Borst Park, Centralia, (360) 330-2255 13 Kids Day Steam Train Ride Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, (360) 748-9593 13-14 Toledo Cheese Days Downtown Toledo, (360) 864-8567 13-14 cycle Classic

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13-14 Gun & Knife Show SWW Fairgrounds, (503) 363-9564 14 Pioneer Pie Social Claquato Church, Chehalis, (360) 748-0831 14 Senior Day Dinner Train Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, (360) 748-9593 20-21 2nd Civil War “Battle of Chehalis” Veterans Memorial Museum, (360) 740-8875

Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

20-21 AntiqueFest Downtown Centralia, (360) 807-4831

Pastries • Pies & More

20-21 Napavine Funtime Festival Downtown Napavine, (360) 262-3887 26-28 Planes, Trains & Automobiles Festival Chehalis locations, (360) 748-8885 26 Pacific Mobile Golf Tournament Riverside Golf Club, Chehalis, (360) 748-0121

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Restaurant & Bakery

Sunday - Thursday 5:30 am - 10:00 pm Friday - Saturday 5:30 am - 11:00 pm

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27 Murder Mystery Dinner Train Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, (360) 748-9593

13-18 Southwest Washington Fair SWW Fairgrounds, (360) 736-6072

27-28 Packwood Summer Rod Run Ricks’ Chevron, (360) 494-4275

14-18 Baseball NW Senior Championships Borst Park, Centralia, (360) 748-3744

29 - Aug. 3 Babe Ruth Regional Tournament Borst Park, Centralia, (360) 736-2267

23-25 Chehalis Garlic Fest & Craft Show SWW Fairgrounds, (360) 748-6848

AUGUST 2-3 Mossyrock Blueberry Festival Downtown Mossyrock, (360) 9833880 3 Vietnam War Era Veterans Remembrance Day Veterans Memorial Museum, (360) 740-8875 3 Toledo Riverfest Toledo, (360) 864-4564 3,4,6,7,10 “The Ties That Bind” Roxy Theatre, Morton, (360) 496-0541 8-11 71st Annual Loggers’ Jubilee Morton, (360) 496-6362 8-11 Baseball NW Junior Championships Borst Park, Centralia, (360) 748-3744 9-11 26th Annual Mount St. Helens Bluegrass Festival Toledo High School, (360) 866-2601

24 Hub City Car Show Downtown Centralia, (360) 748-8885 24-25 Cowlitz Prairie Grange Threshing/Gas Show Robert Herron Farm, Toledo, (360) 864-8844 30-Sept. 2 Labor Day Packwood Flea Market Downtown Packwood, (360) 494-2223 31 Murder Mystery Dinner Train Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, (360) 748-9593

SEPTEMBER 20-22, 28-29 ARTrails Gala & Studio Tours Locations Lewis County Wide, (360) 864-2621 21 Korean War Veterans & POW/ MIA Remembrance Day Veterans Memorial Museum, (360) 740-8875

21 Cowlitz Indian POW WOW Toledo High School, (360) 577-6962 22-23 Harvest Swap Meet SWW Fairgrounds, (360) 273-6961 28 Murder Mystery Dinner Train Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, (360) 748-9593 28 Fall Community Garage Sale SWW Fairgrounds, (360) 740-2655 28-29 Fall Wine Tour Chehalis Valley Locations, (360) 6231106

OCTOBER 5 Apple Harvest Festival Downtown Onalaska, (360) 978-4018 5-6 Gun & Knife Show SWW Fairgrounds, (503) 363-9564 12 Girls Night Out Downtown Centralia, (360) 623-1016 12-13 Model Train Show & Swap Meet Yard Birds, Chehalis, (360) 985-7788 26-27 Pumpkin Steam Train Ride Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, (360) 748-9593

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The Nisqually Lodge 31609 S.R. 706 • Ashford, WA 1-888-674-3554 (360) 569-8804 Conveniently close to the Sunrise, Paradise, and Longmire facilities - three of the most popular attractions on one of the tallest mountains in the lower 48 states. 24 Mountain Size Rooms • Private Baths • TV • Wireless Internet Air Conditioning • Guest Laundry • Hot Continental Breakfast

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Crest Trail Lodge “A Home Away from Home” Hot Continental Breakfast • Flat Screen T.V. Wireless Internet • Refrigerators & Microwaves

Gateway to White Pass Ski Area, Mt. Rainier & Mt. St. Helens 1.5 Miles West of Packwood on US HWY 12

360.494.4944 • 800.477.5339 www.lodgingmtrainier.com

Onalaska Apple Harvest Festival

27 Murder Mystery Dinner Train Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, (360) 748-9593 31 Trick -or-Treat Trolley Downtown Chehalis, (360) 748-8885

Veterans’ Day Tribute

Stay in comfort as you visit Mt. Rainier, Northwest Trek, Pioneer Farm, Alder Lake, Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad and more!

22 Tree Lighting Ceremony & Visit With Santa Washington Park, Centralia, (360) 330-7688

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29 Polar Express Steam Train Ride Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, (360) 748-9593

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NOVEMBER

Variety Show Roxy Theatre, Morton, (360) 4960541

38 29 Evening with the Authors Lewis County Historical Museum, (360) 748-0831

Chehalis Santa Parade

DECEMBER 1, 6-8, 13-15 Polar Express Steam Train Ride Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, (360) 748-9593 7 Christmas in the Mountains Morton, (360) 496-6086 7 64th Annual Santa Parade Downtown Chehalis, (360) 748-8885 7 Napavine Christmas Parade Downtown Napavine, (360) 262-3887 7 Dickens, Christmas Home Tours Visiting Nurses, Centralia, (360) 6231560 7-8, 14-15 Santa Steam Train Rides Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, (360) 748-9593 8 Pearl Harbor/WWII Veterans Remembrance Dinner Veterans Memorial Museum, Chehalis, (360) 740-8875 13-15 Annual Nutcracker Ballet Corbet Theatre, Centralia College, (360) 748-4789 14 Lighted Tractor Parade Downtown Centralia, (360) 807-4056 14-24 Fort Borst Park Christmas Lights Fort Borst Park, Centralia, (360) 3307674

Lookng for more? Visit www.seesouthwestwa.com for more tourism information and an updated events calendar. Find coverage of these events and more at www.chronline.com You can also visit the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at www.chamberway.com for additional information.

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