CWC Symposium
CWC – ACBS Spring Symposium
(Formerly known as the “Garage Tour”)
Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Who’s Invited: Members of the Columbia Willamette and Pacific Northwest ACBS Chapters
Morning Session – Schooner Creek Boat Works
3255 N. Hayden Island Dr., Portland, OR 97217
Kick off the day at 8:30 AM with coffee and conversation before diving into two informative presentations:
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Sheffield Propeller – “Shaft – it’s not just a movie.”
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Laser Focus Restorations – “Laser finish removal system”
Following the talks, enjoy a guided tour of Schooner Creek’s production floor, featuring current and ongoing boat construction projects.
Afternoon Session – PT 658 Heritage Center
5556 N. Lagoon Ave., Gate 18, Portland, OR
After the morning session, head to the PT 658 Education and Heritage Center where lunch will be provided by CWC.
Activities include:
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Guided tours of the WWII Patrol Torpedo Boat PT-658
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A look inside LCI-713, an authentic WWII Landing Craft Infantry vessel
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Limited PT-658 rides available (weather permitting) – two cruises, 12 people each, selected by lottery among attendees at lunch
Important! RSVP by April 19
Even though this is a free event, registration is required.
Please email Don Cameron with the names of those attending to reserve your spot.
️ Print the attached flyer for full details and share with fellow chapter members.
Let me know if you’d like a formatted flyer or digital version to go with this!
