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Printable 2009 Daily Schedule (PDF)
"Everyone mingles. Your tablemate at lunch may be a winemaker from Burgundy, or a grape grower from New Zealand, or a high school principal from Chicago." - Frank J. Prial, The New York Times
THURSDAY, JULY 22
3 to 6 pm - Early Registration On the north side of Riley Hall at the main entrance
Early registration is strongly encouraged as the IPNC begins early in the morning on Friday with the Vineyard Tour and Winery Lunch at 9 am.
FRIDAY, JULY 23
7:30 to 8:30 am - Registration On the north side of Riley Hall at the main entrance
If you didn't register on Thursday, join us on the north side of Riley Hall to register Friday morning.
7:30 - 9:00 am - Breakfast on the Patio On the patio of Riley Hall
Begin each day with an array of locally baked breads and pastries, Oregon's legendary berries, cured meats, and additional savory items.
8:30 to 9 am - Opening Ceremonies The Riley Hall Lawn
The IPNC Master of Ceremonies welcomes you to the Celebration and the Featured Winemakers are introduced.
9 am - Group Activities
Immediately following the Opening Ceremonies, guests will divide into two groups: Group A and Group B. See the "Group Activities" box below:
| Group Activities: Guests will be divided into two groups until 3:00pm each day, reuniting for the Afternoon Activities, Alfresco Tastings, and dinners. On Friday, Group A will go on the Vineyard Tour and Winery Lunch, while Group B will remain on campus for the morning and afternoon seminars as well as the Alfresco Lunch. On Saturday, the groups will switch so that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy every part of the program. If you would like to be teamed with friends, please notify the IPNC office by May 30, 2010. |
9 am to 3 pm - Vineyard Tour and Winery Lunch (more info)
Group A boards the buses on Memorial Fountain Lawn promptly at 9 am
A perennial favorite of IPNC guests, the Vineyard Tour and Winery Lunch offers a one-of-a-kind experience at each unique destination. Travel through the vine-covered countryside to a nearby Willamette Valley winery where you will engage in several activities and conclude your experience with an array of wines paired with a multi-course meal created by one of our talented guest chefs.
9:30 am to 11:45 am - On-Campus Grand Seminar (more info)
Group B remains on campus for the on-campus Grand Seminar and the Alfresco Lunches.
3:30 to 5:30 pm - Afternoon Activities (more info) Various locations around the Riley Lawn - refer to your Program for details
At 3 pm, all guests will be reunited on campus to enjoy a selection of activities.
6 to 8 pm - Alfresco Tasting (more info) On the Patio of Murdock Hall
The first of two grand tastings in which 30 winemakers pour their Featured Pinot noir wines for you.
8 to 11 pm - The Grand Dinner (more info) On the Intramural Field
See for yourself what has foodies and critics alike raving about the Northwest's farm-to-table cuisine. Join our guests chefs as they each combine forces with a local farmer to create a series of inspired courses for you to savor with an outstanding collection of wines poured by IPNC MaÎtres d'Hôtel.
SATURDAY, JULY 24
7:30 to 9 am - Breakfast on the Patio On the Patio of Riley Hall
Begin the day with an array of locally baked breads and pastries, Oregon's legendary berries, cured meats, and additional savory items.
9 am - Group Activities
Today, Group A and Group B switch team events (refer to the Group Activities box above).
9 am to 3 pm - Vineyard Tour and Winery Lunch (more info)
Group B boards the buses on Memorial Fountain Lawn promptly at 9 am
A perennial favorite of IPNC guests, the Vineyard Tour and Winery Lunch offers a one-of-a-kind experience at each unique destination. Travel through the vine-covered countryside to a nearby Willamette Valley winery where you will engage in several activities and conclude your experience with an array of wines paired with a multi-course meal created by one of our talented guest chefs.
9:30 am to 11:45 am - On-Campus Grand Seminar (more info)
Group A remains on campus for the on-campus Grand Seminar and the Alfresco Lunches.
3:30 to 5 pm - Afternoon Activities (more info) Various locations around the Riley Lawn - refer to your program for details
At 3 pm, all guests will be reunited on campus to enjoy a selection of activities.
5:30 to 7:30 pm - Alfresco Tasting (more info) On the Patio of Murdock Hall
The second of two grand tastings in which an additional 30 winemakers pour their Featured Pinot noir wines for you.
7:30 to 11:30 pm - Northwest Salmon Bake (more info) In the Oak Grove
A long-standing tradition of the IPNC, the Salmon Bake dramatically showcases wild salmon roasted on alder stakes over a huge custom-built fire pit. Bask in the warm glow of a lantern lit Oak Grove where cellared Pinot noir and wines from around the world will accompany an extravagant outdoor buffet designed by local chefs, followed by an extraordinary assortment of hand-crafted desserts. After dinner, relax to music and dancing under the stars.
SUNDAY, JULY 25
10 am to noon - Sparkling Finale (more info) On the Intramural Field
Raise your glass in a festive toast as you bid farewell to the IPNC weekend at our sumptuous buffet brunch paired with fine sparkling wines. Our guest chefs will prepare a final meal to send you off in style and prepare you for the next year's Celebration.
Please note: the Sunday afternoon Passport to Pinot tasting is not included in the Full Weekend ticket. You may purchase tickets to both the full three-day event and the Passport to Pinot, however, all wines served during the Sunday afternoon Passport to Pinot tasting will have been served during the Alfresco tastings throughout the Full Weekend.