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					<description><![CDATA[Cooper DuBois Portland Events 2022 here are some great events. The Portland International Raceway hosts different events, like drag racing, motocross, GT cars and sports car racing, IndyCars, and motorcycle road racing. During winter, the raceway hosts the biggest light show in the North West. Cooper DuBois Portland Events 2022 &#160; SCCA Road Racing Hoosier [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cooper DuBois Portland Events 2022 here are some great events. The Portland International Raceway hosts different events, like drag racing, motocross, GT cars and sports car racing, IndyCars, and motorcycle road racing. During winter, the raceway hosts the biggest light show in the North West.</p>
<h2>Cooper DuBois Portland Events 2022</h2>
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<h3>SCCA Road Racing Hoosier Super Tour &#8211; 14th and 15th May 2022</h3>
<p>This is one of the top racing events in Oregon. It hosts racers from the west who compete for two days. The race will feature open-wheel cars, ground-pounding sedans, and a full range of GT classes. Some of these cars have earned the biggest names in all of motorsport.</p>
<p>The Hosier supersport racing event offers a heightened experience for racers and fans. A team of announcers also provides consistent insight into the tracks. The cars should have a sound limit of 103 Dba.</p>
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Oregon trace rally &#8211; May 20-22</h3>
<p>The Oregon Trace Rally offers a unique viewing experience for racing machines before they head to the woods. This event is designed to challenge teams on varying road surfaces.</p>
<p>The event starts at Portland International Raceway on asphalt and then proceeds on gravel surface roads. Since the cars start at short intervals, the fans can take photos to preserve their memories. After the PIR stages, the team will head for closed county roads. Oregon Trace Rally is made for the most extreme and daring people in racing.</p>
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<h3>ET Drags and Opener (Beaches Cruisin&#8217;) &#8211; 25th May 2022</h3>
<p>The ET drag racing will give the participants a chance to win the track championship. After completing the 1/8-mile racing, the winners will represent PIR at the finals.</p>
<p>The gates will open at 4.00 pm, with the eliminations set at 7 pm. However, this will not be a traditional racing event. It will feature iconic machines like vipers, corvettes, motorcycles, and pre-1974 cars.</p>
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<p>Thursday Night Motocross &#8211; 14th July 2022</h3>
<p>Racing at PIR on Thursday nights remains the greatest show on dirt. It will feature nearly 200 riders competing under the lights. This event dates back to the early 1970s, after Jim Rockstead watched the flat track races. Since then, the event has gained both local and international recognition.</p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-371" src="https://i0.wp.com/cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Events-2022-4.jpg?resize=1080%2C513&#038;ssl=1" alt="Thursday Night Motocross - 14th July 2022" width="1080" height="513" srcset="https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Events-2022-4.jpg 1600w, https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Events-2022-4-1280x608.jpg 1280w, https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Events-2022-4-980x466.jpg 980w, https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Events-2022-4-480x228.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1600px, 100vw" /></p>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;">Rose cup race &#8211; 9th and 10th July 2022</h3>
<p>The Rose Cup Race was the first major event held in 1961. Fans across the world gather for high-speed racing in different groups. The event showcases both amateur and experienced racers. You expect to see large displacement engine cars like Mustangs, Cobras, Corvettes, Shelby GT 350s, and Porsches.</p>
<p>The Rose Cup Race is never complete without vintage cars. It features iconic models that many racing fans loved when growing up. The spec racer ford is dedicated to the highly competitive group. This year&#8217;s amateur group will also feature small displacement engine cars like Alfa Romeo, Honda, Austin Healy, MG, Nissan, etc.</p>
<p>Fans can look forward to a qualifying race on the 9th of July. The celebrations will be on 10th July.</p>
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Portland speed tour featuring Trans AM and SVRA &#8211; 15th to 17th July</h3>
<p>This race features a 12-turn, 1.9-mile circuit destroyed by floods in 1948. It was later acquired by the city of Portland and rebuilt in the 1960s. The speed tour offers three days of racing &#8211; it&#8217;s one of the best <a href="https://cooperduboisportland.com/">Cooper DuBois Portland</a> Events 2022 offers.</p>
<p>The Trans AM and SVRA championship is prevented by Pirelli and has a rich history in the American Racing series.</p>
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Xtreme Experience supercars &#8211; 18th August 2022</h3>
<p>This event allows you to get behind the wheel. Portland international raceway offers a fleet of exotic race cars and a world-class race track. For a unique driving experience, you can choose supercars like Lamborghinis, Ferraris, and Porsches. The professional instructors will teach you how to drive the racing line.</p>
<p>This facility was built in World War 2 and has stood the test of time. The best part is that the 1.97 miles will give an unforgettable experience.</p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-372" src="https://i0.wp.com/cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Events-2022-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C699&#038;ssl=1" alt="Cooper DuBois Portland Events 2022  2" width="1080" height="699" srcset="https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Events-2022-1.jpg 1600w, https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Events-2022-1-1280x829.jpg 1280w, https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Events-2022-1-980x635.jpg 980w, https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Events-2022-1-480x311.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1600px, 100vw" /></p>
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Taste of Motorsports &#8211; 27th and 28th Aug 2022</h3>
<p>The taste of motorsports features the latest automotive offerings &#8211; from the latest SUVs and sedans. Guests have an opportunity to experience high G-thrill rides and short course blasts. There&#8217;s no better way to experience the latest automotive offerings.</p>
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Columbia River Classic SOVREN &#8211; 10-11th Sept 2022</h3>
<p>This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Columbia River Classic. The two-day event will feature iconic British machines like Jaguars, MGs, and Bentleys. There will also be a particular sprite challenge attracting racers from the west.</p>
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Sunshine Division Bike the Lights &#8211; 28th November 2022</h3>
<p>Sunshine Division allows fans to enjoy a night with the bicycle community. This car-free evening offers you the chance to be the first to see Winter Wonderland lights. Bike the lights happen every 28th to 30th November.</p>
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		<title>Cooper DuBois Portland Travel Suggests A Trip To Niagara Falls</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2021 14:03:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Cooper DuBois Portland Travel knows that Niagara Falls is one of the most romantic destinations of nature on earth. People who live inside and outside of the USA love to watch these stunning wonders of nature again and again. It can also be a one-of-a-kind wedding location. If you are interested in going somewhere different and [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cooper DuBois Portland Travel knows that Niagara Falls is one of the most romantic destinations of nature on earth. People who live inside and outside of the USA love to watch these stunning wonders of nature again and again. It can also be a one-of-a-kind wedding location. If you are interested in going somewhere different and seeing remarkable sights, then Niagara Falls is somewhere you must go and see. So, make a plan to go with your family to see this natural wonder. There is so much more to see and explore, as will find.</p>
<h2>Cooper DuBois Portland Travel Suggests Best time to visit Niagara Falls</h2>
<p><a href="https://cooperduboisportland.com/">Cooper DuBois Portland</a> Travel Suggests understands that the best time to visit Niagara Falls is in the wintertime. However, if you are also interested in checking out nearby theme parks and other attractions, spring or summer will work best. Niagara Falls is a year-round destination and has become very popular with people from all over the world as Canada&#8217;s largest city Toronto is only a few hours away.</p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-335" src="https://i0.wp.com/cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Travel-Suggests-A-Trip-To-Niagara-Falls-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C851&#038;ssl=1" alt="Spectacular rainbow near tourist boat at Niagara Falls" width="1080" height="851" srcset="https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Travel-Suggests-A-Trip-To-Niagara-Falls-1.jpg 1600w, https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Travel-Suggests-A-Trip-To-Niagara-Falls-1-1280x1009.jpg 1280w, https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Travel-Suggests-A-Trip-To-Niagara-Falls-1-980x772.jpg 980w, https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Travel-Suggests-A-Trip-To-Niagara-Falls-1-480x378.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1600px, 100vw" /></p>
<h3>Hotels and Restaurants and More</h3>
<p>Cooper DuBois Portland Travel Suggests that there are various hotels and restaurants located in the area. Most of them are made for tourists, and they offer reasonable prices, so don&#8217;t worry about a Niagara Falls vacation breaking the bank. The area restaurants also provide a variety of cuisines to fit any palate, dietary restrictions, or picky children. A family vacation to Niagra Falls will truly captivate and inspire your imagination.</p>
<p>The tiny tourist town is designed for tourists to enjoy the falls and has other excursions like taking a boat ride on the bottom of the falls on a boat that has been there for decades called Maid of the Mist. With different attractions like Ripley&#8217;s Believe, it or Not and many others, this little town has something for all ages. So next time you feel like taking a trip near the Buffalo, NY area or visiting our neighbors to the north in Canada, try Niagara Falls. This is one destination that rates as one of the many wonders of the world.</p>
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		<title>Cooper DuBois Portland CEO Reviews New York City Highlights</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:50:33 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Cooper DuBois Portland CEO of Truly Social Games enjoys traveling and exploring new places with his family. Although he is originally from California and now resides in Portland, Oregon, New York City is one of his favorite places. There is so much to do and see in the city that visitors and residents can always [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cooper DuBois Portland CEO of Truly Social Games enjoys traveling and exploring new places with his family. Although he is originally from California and now resides in Portland, Oregon, New York City is one of his favorite places. There is so much to do and see in the city that visitors and residents can always find something interesting and exciting to discover.</p>
<p>However, according to Cooper DuBois Portland resident, a trip to the Big Apple is much more enjoyable when it is well planned out in advance. One of the best reasons to plan ahead is that New York City is a favorite destination for many travelers, and first-time visitors may not understand how large an area the combined five boroughs are. For that reason, most residents and repeat visitors suggest trying to stay within a predetermined area each day, so time and money are not wasted traveling back and forth to different corners of the city on the same day.</p>
<p>For example, Midtown Manhattan is an excellent place to spend an entire day. Some of the most popular tourist attractions in this area include the iconic Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building. While most everyone is familiar with the Empire State Building, the photo opportunities from its observation decks are one-of-a-kind. The nearby Chrysler Building is a remarkable example of the 1930’s Art Deco style of architecture and also has a very intriguing history that many will find interesting.</p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-219" src="https://i0.wp.com/cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-CEO-Reviews-New-York-City-Highlights-4.jpg?resize=1080%2C608&#038;ssl=1" alt="Empire State Building" width="1080" height="608" srcset="https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-CEO-Reviews-New-York-City-Highlights-4.jpg 1920w, https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-CEO-Reviews-New-York-City-Highlights-4-1280x720.jpg 1280w, https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-CEO-Reviews-New-York-City-Highlights-4-980x551.jpg 980w, https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-CEO-Reviews-New-York-City-Highlights-4-480x270.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></p>
<p>Other well-known New York City landmarks in the same area include Rockefeller Center and Times Square. Rockefeller Center is fun to visit any time of the year but is especially beautiful over the holidays when the ice skating rink is open and their famous Christmas tree is lit and in its full glory. And although most people can picture what Times Square looks like, to be there on New Year’s Eve when the big ball drops is an experience that will be remembered for a lifetime.</p>
<p>For those looking to shop while on vacation, there are plenty of places to choose from in this area. According to Cooper DuBois Portland CEO, the Manhattan mall plus all the additional stores in the area offer something for everyone. From the most expensive luxury items to simple souvenirs, shoppers of all ages will find whatever they are looking for in this popular area.</p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-217" src="https://i0.wp.com/cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-CEO-Reviews-New-York-City-Highlights-1.jpg?resize=1080%2C723&#038;ssl=1" alt="Times Square is featured with Broadway Theaters by Cooper DuBois Portland" width="1080" height="723" srcset="https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-CEO-Reviews-New-York-City-Highlights-1.jpg 1600w, https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-CEO-Reviews-New-York-City-Highlights-1-1280x857.jpg 1280w, https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-CEO-Reviews-New-York-City-Highlights-1-980x656.jpg 980w, https://cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-CEO-Reviews-New-York-City-Highlights-1-480x321.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1600px, 100vw" /></p>
<p>After a hard day of sightseeing, shopping, and just exploring the area places, Midtown Manhattan also offers a long and varied list of dining options. Located on East 37th Street within four blocks of the Empire State Building is one of the favorites of <a href="https://cooperduboisracing.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cooper DuBois Portland CEO</a>. Fine and Rare offers a complete dining experience that will make you feel like you have slipped back in time. The impeccably furnished restaurant has a menu offering classic American fare. The bar specializes in hard-to-find spirits and offers fantastic hand-crafted cocktails. Add to that the excellent service, raw-bar items, and live jazz music on most evenings, and Fine and Rare is the perfect place to experience the charm that abounds in midtown Manhattan.</p>
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		<title>Cooper DuBois Portland Native Discusses How to Prospect for Gold as a Hobby</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2021 16:06:18 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cooper DuBois Portland Native enjoys many hobbies; one is searching for gold. Here are some tips to help a novice get started</p>
<p>If you have ever wondered whether you can prospect for gold as a hobby, the answer is that with a bit of patience, luck, and an appreciation of the natural world, you probably can! Gold prospecting is a fantastic hobby for getting out into nature, learning about a historical activity that partly shaped the international popular image of the American Wild West, and, hopefully, finding small pieces of gold. One of the great things about this hobby is how easy it is to get started. While specialized equipment can help make the task more accessible, the only two things you need to prospect for gold as a hobby are a gold pan and a riverbank to mine on.</p>
<h2>Before You Start, According to Cooper DuBois</h2>
<p>A critical piece of preparation you need to carry out before trying to prospect for gold is to ensure that you follow all the regulations of the area where the river bank is situated. Essential points you might need to consider include whether you have permission from the landowner, or the person who owns the rights to the gold, to prospect in the area. You may also want to find out whether you own any of the gold you find if you are permitted to use the tools that you want to work with and whether your gold prospecting could have an environmental impact. To minimize the chances of not finding anything, you may also want to research whether the area you are considering prospecting in is known to be a place where gold can be found. Consider speaking to members of the prospecting community about where you can find the best river banks.</p>
<h2>Cooper DuBois of Portland The Principles of Gold Prospecting</h2>
<p>When you think of gold prospecting, you probably imagine somebody kneeling by a river, moving a pan full of dirt, and lifting out pieces of gold. This image is close to the truth. However, to be more precise, the gold prospector is combing the dirt with river water to allow any gold present to sink to the bottom of the pan. The larger stones within the dirt begin to dislodge themselves and fall back into the river water, and the amount of dirt left in the pan starts to decrease. Eventually, if there are small pieces of gold in the dirt, they should begin to appear.</p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-198 aligncenter" src="https://i0.wp.com/cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Cooper-DuBois-Portland-Native-Discusses-How-to-Prospect-for-Gold-as-a-Hobby-1.jpg?resize=800%2C534&#038;ssl=1" alt="More Specialized Equipment Can Help Gold Prospecting" width="800" height="534" /></p>
<h2>More Specialized Equipment Can Help to Make the Process More Efficient.</h2>
<p>Cooper DuBois, who lives in Portland, travels extensively, always looking for new spots. Once you have familiarized yourself with pan, you can consider purchasing more specialized gold prospecting tools that will hopefully help you find pieces of gold more quickly.</p>
<p>One example is a sluice, which is a filter contained within a box. The sluice is placed in the flowing river, and dirt is collected using a shovel and a bucket. As you transfer some of the dirt to the sluice&#8217;s top, the flowing water will push the dirt through the filter. This will have a similar effect to the early stages of the gold panning process while reducing the manual work required. Whether you choose to work with a pan or decide to use these additional tools, gold prospecting is an easy and enjoyable way to spend more time outdoors.</p>
<p><img data-recalc-dims="1" loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-200 aligncenter" src="https://i0.wp.com/cooperduboisportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Gold-panning-and-prospecting-using-sluice-box.jpg?resize=800%2C530&#038;ssl=1" alt="Gold panning and prospecting using sluice box" width="800" height="530" /></p>
<p><a href="https://cooperduboisportland.com/">Cooper DuBois</a>, a Portland Native that is also the CEO of Truly Social Games.</p>
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