I think some of you might be interested in this so I'll share it. I wont' have to make it but if you can go drop me a note and let me know how it was.
2008 Port of Seattle Lunch Bus Series
Duwamish River Industry and Habitat Tour - Thursday, June 26
The Port has been working on environmental restoration projects along the Duwamish River for many years including the public access park at Terminal 107, the largest combined shoreline and aquatic habitat restoration site in the Duwamish River estuary. The park offers 2,200 linear feet of shoreline and 2,500 feet of improved pathways.
Carnitech, Cityice and Terminal 91 Tour - Thursday, July 10
The piers at Smith Cove, built in 1913, were one of the Port's first facilities. Today, Terminal 91 is a 152-acre facility with deep water piers that are home to the North Pacific at-sea processing industry. Learn about this vital industry and tour Carnitech, a major manufacturer of seafood processing equipment, and Cityice, a cold storage facility for seafood. Guests will also view the construction of the new cruise ship terminal, scheduled to open in 2009.
Containerized Cargo Tour - Thursday, July 17
Seattle's seaport is a major gateway for two-way trade with Asia. Learn about the Port's cargo operations, trading partners and jobs on the docks. Containers, cargo cranes, trucks and rail comprise a billion dollar business that generates 20,000 jobs and benefits our entire region. Tour will stop at Jack Block Park for a bird's eye view of Terminal 5 and a look at how a terminal expansion program benefited the West Seattle community.
Fishermen's Terminal Tour - Thursday, July 24
Fishermen's Terminal, homeport of the North Pacific fishing fleet since 1913, features moorage and a variety of services for large and small fishing and work boats. In addition to restaurants, retail shops and public access, the Terminal also is home to Fishermen's Memorial, which commemorates those who have lost their lives while fishing. Guests will learn about today's fishing fleet and the $22 million upgrade underway to service one of Seattle's oldest industries.
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