August 17-18, 2023 | 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 generous giving at last year’s event raised over $320,000 for the CWOA’s community development. With the establishment of an endowment fund, the CWOA seeks to expand emergency support, service member advocacy, educational aid, and legal assistance to community members in need. Nearly a quarter million of last year’s charitable donations will launch our 2023 efforts in reaching a target goal of $1M+ to ensure long-term sustainability and continued support of service members.
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 17, 2023
Lunch Excursion, Welcome Reception & Charity Dinner
10:00 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
10:00 AM – PDX > Barbey Maritime Center, Astoria
10:00 AM – STACK POR02A > Barbey Maritime Center, Astoria
12:00 PM – PDX > Cannery Pier Hotel, Astoria (Guests on this shuttle would not arrive in time for lunch event.)
12:30 PM – Lunch at Barbey Maritime Center, Astoria
1:30 PM – USCG Cutter Steadfast Tour/Curator Tour/Helicopter Water Rescue
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
7:30 PM – Heroes of the Sea Charity Dinner at The Loft at The Red Building
Friday, August 17, 2023
Fishing Derby & Awards Dinner
5:00 AM – Leave Cannery Pier lobby and head to the 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
9:30 AM – Lines in the water - Late Risers begins!
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 19, 2023
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 18.
ATTENTION: It is recommended that anglers purchase their 2023 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.