August 8-9, 2024 | Cannery Pier Hotel | 10 Basin Street | Astoria, Oregon
Space is very limited. Register ASAP!
Climb aboard and help toss a line to veterans in need.
Thank you for your RSVP to Heroes of the Sea 2023, our annual charitable fundraiser and salmon derby supporting active-duty, reservist, and retired service members!
STACK Infrastructure and the Pacific Northwest Chief Warrant Officers Association (CWOA), a 501(c)(3) non-profit representing members of the U.S. Coast Guard, are looking forward to welcoming you to this annual event where you can fish side-by-side with some of its beneficiaries whose diligent protection of the coastline and its thousands of miles of submersed cabling help the data center industry thrive. Your philanthropy is greatly valued by STACK, the CWOA, and veterans everywhere.
The CWOA established an endowment fund to support initiatives in emergency aid, service member advocacy, educational assistance, and legal guidance to community members in need. Last year, STACK surpassed $1.3 million in lifetime proceeds and so far, has committed $600,000 from those donations towards the Heroes of the Sea Endowment Fund for 2024.
We've prepared two full days of fishing, food, and fun for our guests. Please see the important details below to prepare you for the event and complete the registration form as soon as possible so we can ensure we have all the information needed to support you during your stay.
Schedule of Events
Thursday, August 8, 2024
Lunch, Activities, Welcome Reception, Cocktail Hour, and Charity Dinner
9:30 AM – Shuttle services will be provided to guests for the day
Drivers will pick up guests & depart from greater Portland to the U.S. Coast Guard Air Base near Astoria
9:30 AM – STACK POR02A > Cannery Pier Hotel (pick up Guests) > Cape Disappointment
10:00 AM – PDX > Cape Disappointment
1:00 PM – PDX > Cannery Pier Hotel, Astoria (Guests on this shuttle would not arrive in time for lunch event.)
12:30 PM – Lunch at U.S. Coast Guard Training Facility, Cape Disappointment
1:30 PM – Boat rides on the National Motor Lifeboat 47's
Lighthouse hike/vista point
Search and Rescue Gear "Petting Zoo"
3:15 PM – Shuttle to Cannery Pier Hotel
4:00 PM – Guests check-in at Cannery Pier Hotel
5:00 PM – Wine reception at Cannery Pier Hotel Lobby & Patio
6:00 PM – Cocktail Hour at The Loft at The Red Building
7:00 PM – Heroes of the Sea Charity Dinner at The Loft at The Red Building
Friday, August 9, 2024
Fishing Derby & Awards Dinner
5:30 AM – Breakfast at Cannery Pier
6:00 AM – Meet at pier for Early Risers fishing - Pack boat & cruise to starting spot
6:30 AM – Lines in the water - Tournament begins!
8:30 AM – Meet at pier for Late Risers fishing - Pack boat & cruise to starting spot
10:00 AM – Opening of pier lawn activities (Games, Music, Food, & Drinks)
2:30 PM – Tournament fishing concludes (fish cleaning, packing, & shipping)
3:30 PM – Awards banquet at Cannery Pier Hotel lawn (2 hours)
5:30 PM – Evening Shuttle service to PDX will be available for those departing
Evening: Multiple reservations will be made around town for more networking opportunities for those staying overnight
Saturday, August 10, 2024
Depart
6:30 AM – Shuttles depart for PDX
FISHING GEAR & LICENSE
Fishing guides, boats, and gear will be provided.
To participate in the salmon fishing derby, everyone must have the following, in hand: a $23 "One Day Angling & Shellfish License" and a $1 "Daily Columbia River Basin Endorsement" for Friday, August 9.
ATTENTION: It is recommended that anglers purchase their 2024 fishing license in advance of the event.
- Purchase via the website, print the license, and be sure to bring the printed license with you the morning of the tournament.
- Download the free "myODFW" app via the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, purchase the license, and have the app ready the morning of the tournament.
Please note: If you purchase via the website, you cannot then load your license via the app on your smartphone.
Please email heroes@stackinfra.com if you have questions.
LODGING
STACK has reserved several guest rooms at hotels within proximity of the events and will cover all lodging expenses for guests. Room confirmation numbers will be sent to you via email once we receive your completed registration.
If you are subject to a corporate gift-giving policy, please email heroes@stackinfra.com if you prefer to cover event-specific expenses.
TRANSPORTATION
STACK will provide pre-scheduled shuttles to and from the Portland airport (PDX) and Astoria and HOTS-specific events.
Any transportation beyond STACK’s provided shuttles will be at individual’s expense.
FOOD & DRINK
All meals associated with event will have food and beverages provided.
PACKING LIST
- Rain gear
- Seriously, rain gear (you will get wet!)
- Water-resistant shoes or boots
- Light jacket
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Chapstick
- Camera
- Dramamine
REGISTRATION
When registering, we ask that you provide the name of your +1 guest. Since this is an invite-only event, your +1 guest is intended to share your room. If you would like to request another invite for an individual who would need a separate room, please reach out to heroes@stackinfra.com for consideration. Availability is extremely limited and cannot be guaranteed.
Space is very limited. Register ASAP!
If you have any questions, please email heroes@stackinfra.com.