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Rides at the Clark County Fair in Vancouver, WA

Clark County Fair in Vancouver, WA

Clark County Fair While it's actually held in nearby Ridgefield, the folks in Vancouver, WA, feel as much a part of the Clark County Fair. It is their county afterall, and Vancouver is the original location of the fair. You can count on Clark County to deliver a fun fair. It's been a hit since 1868. The Comcast Kids Park and Radio Disney will keep kids busy, while foodies will flock to various culinary contests such as the Cheesecake Contest, the Hershey's Cocoa Classic Contest and the... Read More »

Natural Beauty Lures Anglers and Hunters

Despite its proximity to the bustling urban center of Portland, residents of Vancouver and Clark County have just as convenient access to nature, making hunting and fishing a booming pastime. “It is a unique opportunity in an urban setting,” says Guy Norman, the regional director of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 5. “The people of Clark County have the best of both worlds.” A significant draw for outdoorsmen and women is the area’s spectacular scenery, which includes... Read More »

Mount St. Helens, Mount Hood Are Challenging For Climbers

Now that Mount St. Helens is calm‚ try climbing it. It was May 18‚ 1980‚ when the volcano had its famous eruption‚ spewing volcanic ash and lava for nine hours. In 1982‚ President Ronald Reagan established the 110‚000-acre National Volcanic Monument‚ and the envi­ronment has responded naturally from that point forward. Fresh‚ green and newly ready to explore‚ the mountain is again open for climbers. Those interested must apply for a climbing permit before scaling the renowned volcano. Mount St... Read More »