GENERAL EVENT INFORMATION

WHERE : Shaniko, Oregon,the historic "Wool Capital of the World",  is on Highway 97, 40 miles north of Madras and 56 miles south of the Columbia River from Biggs Junction.

PURPOSE :

To inform the public about varieties of wool, and the processes involved in creating beautiful, useful products from different wools;

To help maintain the Ranching culture and tradition of the north-central Oregon area, by reviving the historic marketplace for wool growers to sell their wares;

To provide the opportunity for fiber artists of the Northwest region to find new sources here, and to show their products and services as well.

VENDORS : Vendors of any fiber-related service or product are invited, plus those who have raw fleeces, prepared fibers, pelts, yarns, art wearables, dyes, books, tools and equipment. Vendors from the '07 event have first choice at spaces for 2008. After February first, however, there automatic reservation ends if a participant has not contacted Judith to commit for space. The space will then go to someone on the waiting list and opens to newcomers. Send a $30 check to "judith Drew/SWG" for space revervation ($25 space, $5 ad in program). If your business card is different from last year, enclose your new one for the '08 program. If you are sharing a booth enclose $5 for each additional business card you want printed in the program.

Set up in the Wool warehouse Friday afternoon and evening. Park and unload close to the main door.  Steps and handicap ramp access.

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Your space (approx. 10' by 10') is to be furnished by you. Some electricity is available and you may use commercial white twinkle lights to light your booth. You must provide tables, chairs, lamps (in low wattage), extension cords and other props. All exhibitors will be inside the warehouse so there is no need for breaking down at night. Building will be locked at night for your security.

Parking for vendors will be in the immediate area of the warehouse. Ample parking close, on the streets, for customers and tourists.

 Non-fiber  vendors set up on Shaniko's designated downtown areas, for $10 a day, contact the City of Shaniko at 541-489-3226.