Jun
7
7:00 AM07:00

Show & Shine Car Show

Sponsored by the Paralyzed Veterans of America Tri-State Chapter



FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY IN 2025


We will be Flying our Flag Proudly.

There will be a Color Guard presentation as well as a live performance our our National Anthem.

This is a fun and FREE event for the public to attend!

Come for the cars, look at the museums and support your local Paralyzed Veterans of America!

BIG FUN FOR ALL

          7:00am – Gates Open

          9:00am – Show Begins

          2:00pm – Awards Presentation

Awards and Raffle

VEHICLE REGISTRATION

PRE-REGISTRATION $20

DAY OF EVENT $25

For more information contact our office at tristatpva@tristatepva.org • 503-362-7998.

More information on their website

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Jun
14
8:30 AM08:30

Powerland Volunteer Work Day


APMA is holding Powerland

Saturday Volunteer Work Day on:

Sat. June 14

Join us Saturday, June 14th to prepare for

the upcoming Powerland Hertiage Park events in June!

We will be working in all corners of the park for facility and grounds upkeep, etc.

Mowing

Weed whacking

Weeding

Trimming

Cleaning

Organizing



Are you talented in any of these areas?

Are you interested in driving a zero turn Mower because we have one!?

Come see old friends and make new friends!

What to bring: Yard tools, gloves, yard implements (weed whackers, chain saws, trimmers, clippers, etc.), weather appropriate attire, and a smile!

8:30am - 3:00pm

Lunch is on us!!!!

Please pass along this email to other members of your organization

To make this a success, we need your help!

 

 

Thank you for all you do to make Powerland a better place!

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Jun
15
9:00 AM09:00

Father's Day Firehouse Fun

The Oregon Fire Service Museum presents

“Father’s Day Firehouse Fun” at Powerland Heritage Park

on June 15, 2025


🚨 Exciting Activities Include (subject to Change):

  • Explore our OPEN museum!

  • Bucket Brigade, Challenge Course, Hose House, and More!

  • Kids – Bring your Power Wheels to drive around the park!

  • Tour apparatus from Marion Co. Fire 1 (Subject to availability)

  • Listen to our old firetrucks startup!

  • Visit our partner museums at Powerland Heritage Park.

  • Merchandise for Sale

  • Food carts, and more!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦  Everyone is invited to join our Father’s Day Firefighter Celebration & Fundraiser.

Let’s come together and support the Oregon Fire Service Museum!

Explore INSIDE our beautiful building, as well as visit with our partner museums at Powerland Heritage Park (including PNW Truck Museum, Oregon Electric Railroad, and more!) 

Marion County Fire 1 will be on-site with their apparatus (subject to availability). They would love to give you a tour!

Ever hear a 100+ year old engine start? Come hear a couple of our old fire trucks roar to life!

KIDS, bring your Power Wheels! Just like the “big kids” at the Steam-Up and Truck Show, bring your Power Wheels and drive around Powerland Heritage Park!



ADMISSION Information: FREE


  • Donations Gladly Accepted!

More info on OREGON Fire Museum website

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Jun
21
to Jun 22

Branch 15 - 45th Annual Antiques and Collectables Swap Meet at Powerland

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From 7 a.m. - 6 p.m on Saturday

and

From 7 a.m. - 1 p.m on Sunday

Saturday, June 21 General Admission : $8 per person - Children 12 and under FREE

Free Admission on Sunday, June 22!


Information and Pre-register on Branch 15 Website at: https://branch15edgeta.org/html/swap_meet.html

Branch 15 Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Branch15SwapMeet/

Registration Form: Pre-registration is available for vendors at the Swap Meet and in order to be pre-registered you must also pay either by PayPal or submit a check with your Swap Meet Registration Form.  To pay with PayPal, choose from the dropdown the number of swap stalls you’ll need and then mail the registration form to the address listed on the form or email the form to:                                      swapmeet@branch15edgeta.org

the Swap Meet Vendor Registration Form for 2025

Complete the Swap Meet Registration Form including the payment method and mail to the address on the form.  There are two options:  1) pay by check and enclose the check, or 2) use PayPal.  Please place in mail by 6/8/2025 to ensure it arrives in time.  If registering online, please do so by 5 pm on 6/16/2025.
Vendor Stall fees are $45.  If you choose to not pre-register, please complete the registration form and bring it with you to save time during check-in at the gate.

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Jun
28
9:00 AM09:00

Brooks Historical Society Depot Day

Brooks Historical SOCIETY DEPOT Day is held on the Last Saturday in June.

In 2025, We plan to CELEBRATE two important railroads that affect our local area.

Campus Admission Fee that day: $15. Children ages 3 to 12: $7. Age 2 and under: Free.

in conjunction with the 2nd annual train and trolley fest the same day!

See Brooks Historical Society website and Facebook Page for more information.

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Jul
12
to Jul 13

Vintage Datsun Swap Meet

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Our SIXTH year!

July 12-13, 2025 with Friday (July 11) camping.

 

$20 Admission Fee, which is good for one or both days. 

+$10 additional If you will be camping with us.

 More information at the organization’s website

Free to swap meet area with admission fee.

Access to the open Powerland Heritage Park museums with admission to event!

There are showers and restrooms on the property at our disposal for participants and campers.

 

 The collective store for snacks and beverages will be open again this year, a breakfast and lunch sit-down style restaurant will be returning for this years event. 

 

We are going to have T shirts this year, prices and design TBD

 

 

Looking forward to seeing lots of new faces and rides this year, come on out and enjoy the weekend and support your community, weather should be amazing just like last years event.

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Aug
2
to Aug 3

55th Annual "The Great Oregon Steam-Up"

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  • Google Calendar ICS

55th Annual The Great Oregon Steam-Up

7:00 am to 6:00 pm

The Great Oregon Steam-Up has been voted “Best Annual Event” three years straight! Come see why…




CELEBRATING Logging Equipment in the Pacific Northwest


ARMED SERVICE MEMBER APPRECIATION weekend

The second weekend of this year’s show will again feature Armed Service Member Appreciation for members of the Military and National Guard. Current and prior service members will be admitted for free on August 2nd & 3rd, 2025 if they show their Military I.D. card. The family members will be required to pay admission.

The second weekend will also again feature a display by members of the Military Vehicle Collectors Club of Oregon.

SENIOR DAY on Sunday August 3, 2025

Admission price is $3 off for Seniors (65 years old and older) on Sunday August 4th!

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Aug
15
to Aug 16

7th Annual: No BS OBS Truck Show n' Swap

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  • Google Calendar ICS

One of the largest 1980-97 Ford F-Series and Bronco Events in the country, don't wait! We want you here!

With over 500 trucks (and and the occasional rad van) and thousands of people attending, there's no better way to connect and show off.

Vendors, Raffle, Food and More!

More information on OBS Facebook and WEBSITE

Show Event Info:

OBS Trucks and Bronco's
Both Days - $20
Spectator Parking - $20 Per Vehicle, No Walk-In Spectator Fee.

CAN I STILL COME TO THE SHOW EVEN THOUGH I DIDN'T PRE-REGISTER?

YES!!! You can still show up. You will need to buy a parking hang tag at the entry gate. $20 per vehicle for the whole event. Bring as many friends as you want. Once inside you can find us at the pre-registration tent and buy a Shirt, Hat, Sticker, Sunglasses, and the Raffle Tickets. We hope you come and have an amazing time enjoying all the museums and meet all the amazing vendors that help put this event on every year. Don't forget to bring your $1 bills to help support the museums of Powerland Heritage Park that are donation only.

You never know what you're going to see at the No BS OBS Truck Show!

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Aug
22
to Aug 23

32nd Annual Brooks Truck Show

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Admission: $15 each day. Kids 12 & Under Free

OPEN Friday, August 22nd 10am - 10pm (Night Glow starts at 9pm)

OPEN Saturday, August 23rd 9am - 5pm

Featured Trucks for 2025

Swap Meet Friday Aug. 22 and Saturday Aug. 23

Food Concession onsite on Saturday Aug. 23

Bring a Teddy Bear Donation

Swap Meet, Commercial Vendor, and Truck for Sale space available; Inquire at: office@pacificnwtruckmuseum.org or 503-463-8701

Truck Registration: Friday Aug. 22 from 8 AM to 6 PM, Saturday Aug. 23, from 6 AM to 12 NOON

2025 Truck Show Onsite Camping Registration will be available.

All Truck Show Camping Registration Forms and signed Camping Rules and Payment must be returned as soon as possible to APMA Office. (3995 Brooklake Rd NE, Brooks, OR 97303)

Please view the MAP to see Field camping spaces.

Truck Show Website Link

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May
17
9:00 AM09:00

5th Annual S.T.E.A.M.'d Up for Kids

What is S.T.E.A.M.'d Up for Kids at Powerland Heritage Park?

S.T.E.A.M.'d Up for Kids is a playful and engaging twist on our award-winning annual Great Oregon Steam-Up event. Tailored specifically for our younger explorers, some might say it's even more fun! This unique family event offers an array of exciting activities. From miniature train rides and a scavenger hunt, to hands-on craft building and a Steam Traction Engine transporting guests in an wagon, the fun never ends. Children and adults alike will be mesmerized by our steam tractors, creating a memorable family day out that combines entertainment and learning. Come and join us for an unforgettable STEAM experience at Powerland Heritage Park!

Download the 2025 Program Here

Tickets are now available to purchase online

Join us for S.T.E.A.M.’d Up for Kids on Saturday, May 17, at Powerland Heritage Park!


This event is sponsored by ASM

Where else can kids climb on tractors AND explore awesome STEAM activities? Only at S.T.E.A.M.'d Up for Kids!

S = Science

T = Technology

E = Engineering

A = Arts

M = Math

Plan Your Visit

S.T.E.A.M.'d Up for Kids is fun for the entire family! Children of all ages will delight in learning through S.T.E.A.M. activities about Oregon’s rich agricultural heritage. Rain or shine, wear walking shoes and prepare to explore our grounds.

Activities for 2025 🎉 Download the Program Here

  • Build-it Workshop

  • Unleash you inner artist with creative projects

  • Make Ice Cream (then eat it)

  • Make Rope (then take it home)

  • Hands-on STEM activities!

 

Returning Favorites ❤️

🚂 Trailer rides pulled by Steam Traction Engine

🚎 Trolley Rides (just an extra $5 for adults, $3 for kids – unlimited rides!)

🏗️🏛️ ALL museums are open, including the Miniature Train Rides! (weather permitting)

🕵️🚚 Toy Truck Play Area

🍔 Country Store (for your food and merchandise needs!)

🚜 Steam Tractors and Traction Engines on display

📸 Picture opportunities (tractors, children’s trolley, and more!)

Tickets are available online and on-site on the day of the event.

Admission Fee $10 for Adults and those over age 12.

Admission is FREE for children 12 and under.


Parking is FREE!

Follow and Like our Facebook Page to learn more: S.T.E.A.M.’d Up for Kids Facebook Page.

Details

This event showcases the partner museums at Powerland Heritage Park’s 62 acre campus. Attendees will learn about the technology, equipment and innovation that contributed to developing Oregon. Fun for all ages that includes hands on activities, demonstrations, trolley and train rides, and much more!

Powerland Heritage Park is committed to ensuring that future generations have an opportunity to learn and discover the heritage of early day machines and better understand the history of technology upon which modern machines, vehicles and farm equipment are based.

Notice of Filming and Photography

When you attend S.T.E.A.M.’d Up for Kids or Powerland Heritage Park, you enter an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. By entering the premises, you consent to such recording media and its release, publication, exhibition or reproduction.

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Apr
19
9:00 AM09:00

FNRL State Convention Skills Contest - PNW Logging Museum

The 2025 Future Natural Resource Leaders (FNRL) State Convention Skills Contest will be held at the Pacific Northwest Logging Museum at Powerland Heritage Park on April 19th.

Show your support of Oregon high school students who are participating in a student leadership association dedicated to personal growth and career success in natural resources by attending their annual State Convention Skills Contest. Open to the Public!

𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑠𝑡 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑖𝑐𝑖𝑝𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑜𝑛𝑙𝑦 𝑜𝑝𝑒𝑛 𝑡𝑜 𝑠𝑡𝑢𝑑𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑠 𝑤ℎ𝑜 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡 𝑜𝑓 𝑎 𝐹𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑁𝑎𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑎𝑙 𝑅𝑒𝑠𝑜𝑢𝑟𝑐𝑒 𝐿𝑒𝑎𝑑𝑒𝑟𝑠 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑚.

Admission is Free!

For more information see their Facebook page

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Oct
26
to Oct 27

Powerland Halloween 2024

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Powerland Halloween 2024 is a non-scary and kid-friendly Halloween Adventure for families! 

It takes place the last three weekends in October at Powerland Heritage Park in Salem, Oregon.


The cost ($18 adults, $14 kids)

Includes the Saving Neverland adventure, a pumpkin to decorate, a Kids’ Activity Center, and a wagon being pulled by a Steam Traction Engine as you hunt for skeletons that are wreaking havoc at Powerland Heritage Park!


See Powerland Halloween WEBSITE for more details

Saving Neverland!

A magical power crystal that powers Neverland has been stolen by a gnome! You are tasked with traveling on a Pirate Trolley to find the crystal and bring it back to Neverland before the land disappears forever! 

After your 25-minute Saving Neverland adventure, you’ll find lots of fun things to do! Ride behind a Steam Traction Engine on a “Skeleton Hunt!” Find them all and spin our prize wheel in the Kids Activity Center! Grab a pumpkin from our pumpkin patch and decorate it too! 

There are many scary haunted houses, but few fun Halloween adventures for kids. We are changing that with a new adventure every year! 

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Oct
19
to Oct 20

Powerland Halloween 2024

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Powerland Halloween 2024 is a non-scary and kid-friendly Halloween Adventure for families! 

It takes place the last three weekends in October at Powerland Heritage Park in Salem, Oregon.

The cost ($18 adults, $14 kids)

Includes the Saving Neverland adventure, a pumpkin to decorate, a Kids’ Activity Center, and a wagon being pulled by a Steam Traction Engine as you hunt for skeletons that are wreaking havoc at Powerland Heritage Park!


See Powerland Halloween WEBSITE for more details

Saving Neverland!

A magical power crystal that powers Neverland has been stolen by a gnome! You are tasked with traveling on a Pirate Trolley to find the crystal and bring it back to Neverland before the land disappears forever! 

After your 25-minute Saving Neverland adventure, you’ll find lots of fun things to do! Ride behind a Steam Traction Engine on a “Skeleton Hunt!” Find them all and spin our prize wheel in the Kids Activity Center! Grab a pumpkin from our pumpkin patch and decorate it too! 

There are many scary haunted houses, but few fun Halloween adventures for kids. We are changing that with a new adventure every year! 

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Oct
12
to Oct 13

Powerland Halloween 2024

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Powerland Halloween 2024 is a non-scary and kid-friendly Halloween Adventure for families! 

It takes place the last three weekends in October at Powerland Heritage Park in Salem, Oregon.


The cost ($18 adults, $14 kids)

Includes the Saving Neverland adventure, a pumpkin to decorate, a Kids’ Activity Center, and a wagon being pulled by a Steam Traction Engine as you hunt for skeletons that are wreaking havoc at Powerland Heritage Park!


See Powerland Halloween WEBSITE for more details

Saving Neverland!

A magical power crystal that powers Neverland has been stolen by a gnome! You are tasked with traveling on a Pirate Trolley to find the crystal and bring it back to Neverland before the land disappears forever! 

After your 25-minute Saving Neverland adventure, you’ll find lots of fun things to do! Ride behind a Steam Traction Engine on a “Skeleton Hunt!” Find them all and spin our prize wheel in the Kids Activity Center! Grab a pumpkin from our pumpkin patch and decorate it too! 

There are many scary haunted houses, but few fun Halloween adventures for kids. We are changing that with a new adventure every year! 

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May
11
9:00 AM09:00

Powerland Volunteer Work Day

APMA is holding Powerland

Saturday Volunteer Work Day on:

May 11

Join us Saturday, May 11th for our Powerland wide volunteer work day. We will be working in all corners of the park for facility and grounds upkeep, etc.

Come see old friends, and make new friends!

What to bring: Yard tools, gloves, yard implements (weed whackers, chain saws, trimmers, clippers, etc.), weather appropriate attire, and a smile!

8:30am - Coffee

12:00pm - Lunch

To make this a success, we need your help!

Thank you for all you do to make Powerland a better place!

‘A‘ohe hana nui ke alu ‘ia

 No task is too big when done together by all

Sincerely,

APMA

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