The Oakridge/Westfir Area has teamed with Travel Oregon and Travel Lane County to develop an exciting new program that will help visitors enjoy the area more.
The "We Speak" program is all about having accurate information from locals who know the area well and who are specialists in a given recreational category. "We Speak" Ambassadors will be screened for thorough knowledge of the field they specialize in and trained in Travel Oregon's Q Care customer service skills.
Because nothing can kill a vacation experience like discovering your favorite trail is closed or similar disappointment, the "We Speak" Ambassadors will help you find an alternative location that suits your interests and skill level. They will be able to help you discover the best places to fish, where the elk are hanging out, which trails are closed, Oakridge history, and provide a variety of other information designed to make your visit a successful and memorable one.
When the program is up and running, you'll be able to request assistance in locating the correct "We Speak Ambassador" through this website. That person will wear a special button denoting his or her expertise, and if ambassadors can be found in a business there will also be a decal on their door.
Watch this space for more information as it becomes available.
Meanwhile, your Oakridge/Westfir Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking local specialists in the following "We Speak" disciplines:
- ATV
- Birding
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Events
- Fishing
- Hiking
- History
- Hunting
- Mountain Biking
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Whitewater Rafting
- Winter Sports
If you're a local resident who specializes in one of these recreational areas and are willing to volunteer your time to help visitors to the area enjoy their experiences more, please contact Randy at 541-782-4146.