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Saddle Up For The Pacific Northwest Lineman Rodeo - 07/25/19

WHAT: The 26th Annual Pacific Northwest Lineman Rodeo, hosted by Portland General Electric, is this Saturday, July 27.

The Pacific Northwest Lineman Rodeo will gather teams of journeyman linemen, apprentices and pre-apprentices from across the West to test and showcase their trade skills on Saturday, July 27. The crews will be tested in high-wire events highlighting their speed, safety, skill and strength, including hurt-man rescues and pole climbing while carrying a raw egg.

The Pacific Northwest Lineman Rodeo is considered one of the most challenging lineman rodeos in the country, as contestants are judged on safety, precision and technique.

All proceeds from the rodeo will help support the Legacy Oregon Burn Center, and this year’s fundraising goal is $30,000. The rodeo also serves as an opportunity for families to see their linemen in action and for line crews from different areas to learn from each other by comparing gear and techniques.

The event is family-friendly, open to the public and admission is free. There will be a raffle and an auction as well as food and beverages available for purchase.

WHEN: Saturday, July 27, 2019, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Opening ceremonies begin at 8 a.m. and are scheduled to include remarks by Portland General Electric, Pacific Power and Clark Public Utilities. Competition starts at 8:30 a.m.

WHERE: PGE’s Linneman Substation, 3450 W. Powell Loop, Gresham, OR 97030

WHY: Friendly competition to demonstrate and reward the highest standards of safety and quality in the lineman profession while raising money for the Legacy Oregon Burn Center.

For more information about the event, visit pacificnorthwestlinemanrodeo.org.

ABOUT PORTLAND GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY: Portland General Electric (NYSE: POR) is a fully integrated energy company based in Portland, Oregon, serving approximately 887,000 customers in 51 cities. For more than 130 years, PGE has been delivering safe, affordable and reliable energy to Oregonians. Together with its customers, PGE has the No. 1 voluntary renewable energy program in the U.S. With approximately 3,000 employees across the state, PGE is committed to helping its customers and the communities it serves build a clean energy future. For more information, visit portlandgeneral.com/cleanvision.

Saddle Up For The Pacific Northwest Lineman Rodeo - 07/25/19

WHAT: The 26th Annual Pacific Northwest Lineman Rodeo, hosted by Portland General Electric, is this Saturday, July 27.

The Pacific Northwest Lineman Rodeo will gather teams of journeyman linemen, apprentices and pre-apprentices from across the West to test and showcase their trade skills on Saturday, July 27. The crews will be tested in high-wire events highlighting their speed, safety, skill and strength, including hurt-man rescues and pole climbing while carrying a raw egg.

The Pacific Northwest Lineman Rodeo is considered one of the most challenging lineman rodeos in the country, as contestants are judged on safety, precision and technique.

All proceeds from the rodeo will help support the Legacy Oregon Burn Center, and this year’s fundraising goal is $30,000. The rodeo also serves as an opportunity for families to see their linemen in action and for line crews from different areas to learn from each other by comparing gear and techniques.

The event is family-friendly, open to the public and admission is free. There will be a raffle and an auction as well as food and beverages available for purchase.

WHEN: Saturday, July 27, 2019, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Opening ceremonies begin at 8 a.m. and are scheduled to include remarks by Portland General Electric, Pacific Power and Clark Public Utilities. Competition starts at 8:30 a.m.

WHERE: PGE’s Linneman Substation, 3450 W. Powell Loop, Gresham, OR 97030

WHY: Friendly competition to demonstrate and reward the highest standards of safety and quality in the lineman profession while raising money for the Legacy Oregon Burn Center.

For more information about the event, visit pacificnorthwestlinemanrodeo.org.

ABOUT PORTLAND GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY: Portland General Electric (NYSE: POR) is a fully integrated energy company based in Portland, Oregon, serving approximately 887,000 customers in 51 cities. For more than 130 years, PGE has been delivering safe, affordable and reliable energy to Oregonians. Together with its customers, PGE has the No. 1 voluntary renewable energy program in the U.S. With approximately 3,000 employees across the state, PGE is committed to helping its customers and the communities it serves build a clean energy future. For more information, visit portlandgeneral.com/cleanvision.