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Fly through the trees with the greatest of ease at these zip lines and ropes courses
People wearing harnesses traverse swinging bridges while hooked into ropes up in the trees at Pumpkin Ridge Zip Tours.
Afraid of heights? Don’t look down — instead, look all around. | Photo via @pumpkinridgeziptour + @ruthsweetmanphoto
Do you ever dream of running away to the forested moon of Endor to live among the Ewoks? No, just us?

Well, how about a suggestion more grounded in reality (but still up in the trees)? There are zip lines and ropes courses across the Portland region where you can climb into the canopy for a bit of adventure and camaraderie.

Pumpkin Ridge Zip Tour | North Plains
On this two-hour excursion, guides will lead you across seven zip lines and several suspension bridges, ranging from 15 to 120 ft off the ground. Along the way you’ll learn about the area’s history and ecology. Make sure to wear appropriate clothing because tours run rain or shine.

A group of kids poses in their harnesses and orange safety gear at Tree to Tree Aerial Adventure Park.

Kids ages 10 and up can access all of Tree to Tree’s aerial obstacle courses.

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Photo via Tree to Tree Aerial Adventure Park

Tree to Tree Aerial Adventure Park | Gaston
Bird’s eye views of Hagg Lake await you at this park, where highlights include a 1,280-ft-long zip line (that’s almost a quarter mile) and self-guided obstacles like Tarzan swings, balance beams, ladders, wobbly bridges, tight ropes, and more. The company also facilitates team bonding programs with scenarios that encourage growth and communication.

Skamania Lodge Adventures | Skamania
Make a day trip or book a stay at this resort on the Washington side of the Columbia River. This experience is “Swiss Family Robinson meets American Ninja,” so don’t be afraid to show off your skills.

Tree Climbing at Silver Falls | Sublimity
Movement is purely vertical with this tour operator, which equips you to climb 300 ft up into towering old growth trees. There are half-day climbs, as well as excursions with sunset views (and nighttime rappelling) added on. This is also the only place in the country permitted to provide tree camping in the boughs of these ancient giants.
Asked

Would you be willing to try tree camping?

A. No way, I’m terrified of heights
B. Absolutely, bring on the adventure
C. Maybe, I might need encouragement
Hold on to your hammock
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Events
Wednesday, Aug. 14
  • On the Ledge Art Show | Wednesday, Aug. 14 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Lloyd Center | Free | See works from local artists and help raise funds for Blanchet House’s support efforts with the houseless community.
  • Music on Main: DJ Anjali and the Incredible Kid | Wednesday, Aug. 14 | 5 p.m. | Southwest Main Street between Broadway and Park Avenue | Free | This group will get you on your feet with music that transcends borders and language; the Gulabi Gang Dancers will also perform.
  • Yo La Tengo + Built To Spill | Wednesday, Aug. 14 | 7 p.m. | Pioneer Courthouse Square | $45 | Looking for something to spice up your week? Look no further than this concert in Portland’s Living Room.
Thursday, Aug. 15
  • Pittock Garden Tours | Thursday, Aug. 15 | 10-10:30 a.m. | Pittock Mansion | Free | Wander the immaculate arrangements of flowers and trees on the mansion grounds.
  • Portland Plage | Thursday, Aug. 15-Sunday, Aug. 25 | Times vary | 100 SE Alder St., Portland | $15-$100 | This Central Eastside pop-up is a sun deck by day and sunset beach club by night; rent a space in the sand and relax.
Friday, Aug. 16
  • Comedy in the Park | Friday, Aug. 16-Friday, Sept. 6 | 6:30 p.m. | Laurelhurst Park | Free | Lay out a blanket and get comfortable as local and national comics crack their best jokes; content can be R-rated, so parent discretion is advised.
Saturday, Aug. 17
  • PDX Adult Soapbox Derby | Saturday, Aug. 17 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Mt. Tabor Park | Free | The line between crashing into a bale of hay and eternal glory is a thin one, but either way, you won’t want to miss it.
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News Notes
Real Estate
  • The Montgomery Building has sold for $33 million — far short of the $255 million transaction when it last changed hands in 2019. The new owners, Menashe Properties, recently purchased additional downtown office space, like the J.K. Gill Building and American Bank Building, at a steep discount. (The Oregonian/Oregon Live)
Plan Ahead
  • Are you having obscure sports withdrawals following the Olympics? Check out the Rose City Open, which will bring 80+ pétanque players to Westmoreland Park on Saturday, Sept. 7-Sunday, Sept. 8. There will be prizes ($2,000 for first place) and spectators are welcome.
Try This
  • Do you love coffee and poetry? City Editor Ben recently stumbled upon a flier for Joe by Joe, a local roaster that sources specialty beans from around the world to bring them straight to your cup in bags adorned with caffeine-inspired verses and illustrations. Pro tip: Central Portland residents get free shipping.
Sports
  • Todd Vogt — a rower with Parkinson’s disease who trains in Portland — will represent Team USA in Paris at the Paralympics in the Mixed Double Sculls event. Qualifications begin Friday, Aug. 30 with medal rounds two days later. (KGW)
Arts
  • Portland Art Museum’s quest to restore Claude Monet’s “Water Lilies” is underway. Chief conservator Charlotte Ameringer will spend the next six months using her organic chemistry knowledge to meticulously remove a synthetic varnish with a Q-tip and a blend of special solvents. See “Monet to Matisse: French Moderns” until Sunday, Sept. 15. (OPB)
Listen
  • It’s a familiar question for the residents of Rip City — “When will the Portland Trail Blazers start trying to win?” Mike Richman of Locked On mulls over when the rebuild might lift off.
    Finance
    • Good news: Rates are expected to go down soon. Compare fixed-rate loans and HELOCs to find your best way to borrow — calculate your payment.*
    Shop
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    Biz

    📈 Portland companies on the Inc. 5000 list

    Meet the Portland companies on the Inc. 5000 list
    A corgi reaches up to a bowl on the counter filled with Portland Pet Food's beef n' rice.
    Portland Pet Food Company has grown 359% over the last three years. | Photo by Henry Cromett/Portland Pet Food Company
    $317 billion in revenue. 874,940 new jobs.

    These are the numbers from this year’s Inc. 5000 list, the annual ranking of the country’s fastest-growing private companies (based on 2020-2023 revenue). As always, the Portland metro area is well represented with 31 firms that made the cut.

    Here are some of the highlights.

    No. 140 — Boulder Care
    • Est.: 2017
    • Industry: Health services
    • Growth: 2,461%
    • What it does: Offers online addiction care with methods that emphasize kindness, respect, and unconditional support.
    No. 377 — Danielhouse Club
    • Est.: 2015
    • Industry: Business products + services
    • Growth: 1,166%
    • What it does: Provides a virtual marketplace for interior designers to meet any project’s needs, from furniture to lighting and decor.
    No. 1,430 — Portland Pet Food Company
    • Est.: 2014
    • Industry: Consumer products
    • Growth: 359%
    • What it does: Prepares human-grade treats and meals for dogs and cats with ingredients entirely sourced in the US.
    See the full list
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