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Scott McKinlay, Editor                               Vol. 10, Number 9            September  2013
  
Current Events 
Event Summary

 

 

For late breaking events in Prosser or events  that didn't make the newsletter
 
Catch the Crush
October 12 & 13
Each winery offers
it's own celebratory
events
  
  
  
   Princess Theatre  
Monthly Movies
Friday September 20th
People's Choice

 
The Great Prosser
Balloon Rally
Sept. 27,28, and 29th
6:15 am
Prosser Airport
  
  
 
Columbia Crest Winery
October 6, 2013
26th Annual Mustang Car Show
10:00 AM -3:30 PM
  
  
 
 

 

 

Prosser Farmers Market

Open Each Saturday

8am-12

Beginning May 4th

 

Prosser Farmers Market

 

 

 

  

Princess Theatre Schedule 

 
Tickets to many of these great events are available at the Prosser Chamber of Commerce 

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 The Great Prosser Balloon Rally
  
Welcome to September one of the most exciting months that Prosser has to offer.
  
Balloon Rally is so exciting that we are booked for at least a year in advance.  Get your name in early and you might just catch a cancellation. Our annual BBQ is sure to be an amazing one. So call and reserve your tickets today with us. We will be having drawings as everyone chows down on some great food from Country Gentleman Catering. We also will be selling t-shirts and some other souvenirs. So checkout our flyer on the Facebook tab of this newsletter.
  
Hot Air Balloons take to the sky at The Great Prosser Balloon Rally.
The balloons are scheduled to launch at sunrise from the Prosser Washington Airport on September 27, 28, 29, 2013 (weather permitting) .
Balloon Pilots from all over the Northwestern United States will converge on Prosser Washington to participate in The 24th Annual Great Prosser Balloon Rally.
Spectators are encouraged to arrive early (about 6:15 a.m.) at the Prosser Airport to watch the pilots prepare the giant balloons. Some lucky spectators are even asked to assist the balloon pilots inflate, chase, and recover the Hot-Air-Balloons.  www.prosserballoonrally.org

 

Catch the Crush Annual Event
10/12/2013 - 10/13/2013
Join the Yakima Valley wineries to celebrate the harvest at the annual Catch the Crush event. Each winery offers its own celebratory events, including grape stomps, harvest and crush activities, tours, free-run juice, hors d'oeuvres, live music, and of course, wine tasting. 
  
Taste the columbia valley. We're Brix & Bitter, a small business specializing in custom wine and brew experiences in Southeastern Washington's Columbia Valley. Our winery and brewery tours celebrate the unique flavors of the region. We are currently touring the Yakima Valley, Horse Heaven Hills / Prosser, Red Mountain, Tri-Cities and Walla Walla.
  
Brix & Bitter offers custom wine and brew tours, with a fresh, modern spin. We make sure you have a story to tell when you get home. Just show up and enjoy!
  
  
National Alpaca Farm Days
  
Open House at
Sage Bluff Alpacas
8401 S. Steele Road, Prosser  
Sat & Sun, Sept. 28-29th
11am to 4pm
Tour the farm, talk with breeders, shop luxurious alpaca retail!
Enjoy fiber arts demonstrations, refreshments and more.
Free admission, appropriate for all ages, and great fun!
509-786-4507
  
  
Red Mountain Block Party Sept. 28
BENTON CITY,WA - Red Mountain AVA Alliance and Trysk Print Solutions present the second annual Red Mountain AVA Block Party on Sept. 28, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Last year's inaugural event brought 475 wine explorers who learned about everything from the vineyard life cycle to different vintages on Red Mountain to grape-stomping. Attendees traveled from New York, New Jersey, Chicago, LA, San Francisco and all over the Pacific Northwest.
Tickets are $40.00 each and available at the link below.
  
  
  
 Saturdays September 21st and 28th, 10am-5pm 
 
All Fridays and Saturdays in October, 10am-5pm
 
  
  
What is fall without a trip to the farm with your family, friends or small group to enjoy the bounty of the harvest? If you are looking for clean, wholesome fellowship and harvest fun... then we're the farm for you! With two venues- our Berry Farm Park, and our Fall Park- we have a variety of activities that all ages will enjoy.
  
Our Berry Park is home to everyone's favorite fall farm activity... Squeeze-your-own Apple Cider! It is the absolute yummiest, and you will love the process of making it yourself! Enjoy with a fresh hot donut, or stop at the BBQ for hamburgers, hot dogs, and warm chili. Let the kids play on the playgrounds while you tap your toe to live music, or learn something new with one of our how-to demonstrations. The kids love riding the Barnyard Train, and you'll love shopping in our outdoor farm store for we pick apples, pears, pumpkins, and gourds. Make sure you visit the petting zoo, and ride the ponies before you head out the Fall Park for more farm fun!
For more information on this event and upcoming events visit
  
  
Columbia Crest Winery
October 6, 2013
26th Annual Mustang Car Show
10:00 AM -3:30 PM
 
Columbia Crest Winery just up the road in Patterson
Washington is excited to continue their tradition of hosting more than 100 Mustang Cars. Vote for your favorites while you enjoy wine tasting and music. Food will be available for purchase.
  • Hwy 221, Columbia Crest Dr.
  • Paterson, WA 99345
  • Telephone (509) 875-4227
  • columbia-crest.com
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    While you are here don't forget to go check out the I-82 wineries just a few minutes up on Lee Road.
    Also, if you haven't made the trip out north of Prosser to visit Vineheart Winery and Pontin del Roza Winery you are missing out on a true experience. The vineyards are right next to the tasting rooms. We promise you won't be disappointed. www.vineheart.com   www.pontindelroza.com
      
     
    Make sure you read the winery section of this newsletter for many more upcoming events including, Catch the Crush Weekend in October.
      
     
    Remember we do have an online reservation system, so if you wake up in the middle of night wondering where you could go for a quick weekend, enjoy the sunshine, play a round of golf, wine taste and then have an awesome evening around the fire pit with friends!  This is the place!!  You can log onto www.winecountryrvpark.com and make your reservation for up to 2 years in advance !!!
      
    Happy September and as always Safe Travels, 

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    Good Eatin' by Nick


     

     

    Low-Carb Lobster Boat

     

    Don't rock the boat with this easy, low calorie lunch or dinner option!

    Ingredients

    Directions

    1. Remove lobster meat from shell and cut or tear into chunks. Place meat in a bowl.
    2. Add diced vegetables to the lobster then mix in the mayo, lemon juice, and spices.
    3. Fill the Romaine heart leaves with lobster salad.
    4. Enjoy!

     

    Nutrition Facts
    Serving Size 2

    Amount per serving

    Calories 260

    Total Fat6g

    Total Carbs8g

    Protein42g

     

     

     

     

    Manager's Corner  

     

     

     

    Hey Everyone!

     

     

                   Whew! August was a hot month, and now as September approaches, we are seeing some cooler temperatures. As you all know, September is a very busy month for us here at Wine Country RV Park. We have The Great Prosser Balloon Rally going on September 27-29. We are completely booked up here at the park. As mentioned previously in the newsletter, we are having a BBQ catered by The Country Gentleman and tickets will be $15.00 per plate. So for all you with confirmed reservations, please contact our office to purchase your tickets. We need a count by Sept. 21st.

     

                    As we are approaching the fall months, there is still plenty of things to do here in Prosser. We encourage all of you to come out and stay with us in the beautiful weather. Catch the Crush, the weekend of October 12th, is fantastic experience. Bill's Berry Farm also has many fun activities for the whole family. Visit www.tourprosser.com for more information on these events.

     

                    Snowbirds! Yes, the ones that head south for the winter. Our park is open year round and we would love to see all of you stop with us on your way to your warmer destination. Remember, we are located within walking distance of some fantastic wine tasting rooms and many more within our local community. So come stay and stock up your wine cellar before heading south!

     

                    I would also like to thank those who came by our booth at the FMCA rally at the Albany Expo Center in Albany, OR this past month. It was great to meet you and we look forward to accommodating you and or your groups here with us!

     

     

    Happy Travels!

    Nick

     

     

    Monthly Riddle Corner
    The answer to last month's riddle was:
    I am Wine
     

     

    Here is this months riddle -

     

     

    A magician is standing on a concrete floor holding a raw egg with his hand outstretched. Without the aid of any objects, he is able to drop the egg two feet without breaking it's shell. How does he do it?

     

     

     

     

    How does he do it?

      

     

    The riddles will be collected for 24 hours, to make it fair to our clients that don't get home from work until later in the day.  One name will be drawn from those who entered within 24 hours of the newsletter.  Email your answer to:  Riddle@WineCountryRVPark.com with RIDDLE in the subject line and the correct answer drawn from the entries to the riddle will receive a free one night stay.      

      

     

     

     

     Featured Winery: Hogue Cellars

     

    Hogue Cellars

    2800 Lee Rd

    Prosser, WA 99350

    (509) 786-6108

    Tasting Room Hours: Daily 10am-5pm December 1st-March 1st 11am-4pm

    www.hoguecellars.com

     

     

     

    THE HOGUE CELLARS, founded in 1982 by Mike and Gary Hogue, is located in Eastern Washington's Columbia Valley, the premiere grape growing region of the state. The climate and soils of the Columbia Valley produce grapes with intense fruit flavors and high natural acidity. The wines have a liveliness and ripe, zesty fruit flavors that make them ideal complements to a wide range of food. Hogue Cellars is located in the Prosser Wine & Food Park and is one of the valley's oldest and premier wineries. Wine Country RV Park highly recommends that you take the time to visit Hogue Cellars tasting room while you are in town!

     

     

     

     

     

     

    On the Wine Front 

     

      Upcoming Events

     

     

     

    Willow Crest Wine Estates

    590 Merlot Drive, Prosser

    509-786-7999

    August 31-September 2  10-5 Warehouse Sale

    Labor Day Warehouse Sale! Great deals on all kinds of wine! Up to 70% off select labels, case specials, volume discounts, and more!

    October 12-14 Catch the Crush

    October marks the annual Catch the Crush weekend where local wineries celebrate harvest season. Extended Patio Café hours throughout the weekend will allow visitors to sample all the goods reaped from the cornucopia that is the Yakima Valley. Premier pass holders and wine club members will have free access to food pairing and tasting as well as discounts on wine purchases. A $5 tasting fee will be charged to non pass holders. The kitchen will also be open extended hours serving seasonal fare to enjoy on both our indoor and outdoor patios.

     

    Catch the Crush Annual Event

    10/12/2013 - 10/13/2013

    Join the Yakima Valley wineries to celebrate the harvest at the annual Catch the Crush event. Each winery offers its own celebratory events, including grape stomps, harvest and crush activities, tours, free-run juice,

    hors d'oeuvres, live music, and of course, wine tasting. 

     

     

    Desert Wind Winery

    2258 Wine Country Rd. Prosser

    509-786-7277

    Wednesday 04 September 2013, 06:00pm

    Join the MOJAVE chefs for an interactive evening of culinary education. Limited seating available; $55 per guest ($45 for wine club members) includes interactive meal prep, dinner, wine and recipes.

    Advance reservations required. Please call 509.786.7277 to book

    Friday, September 27 - Pre-dinner social begins at 6:00 p.m.
    Friday Night Supper Club: Falling for Fondue, featuring wines by Heaven's Cave
    Join us for an evening of food and fun at our monthly supper club. Communal seating and a three-course, family-style dinner encourage lively conversation and new friendships. $55 per guest ($45 for Desert Wind wine club members and wine club members of the featured winery) includes dinner with wine pairings, plus a pre-dinner social. Advance reservations required. Please call 509.786.7277 to book. Menu coming soon.

    Wednesday - October 02, 2013 

    Cooking Class @ Desert Wind Winery

    Start: 6:00pm End: 8:00pm

    Join the MOJAVE chefs for an interactive evening of culinary education. Limited seating available; $55 per guest ($45 for wine club members) includes interactive meal prep, dinner, wine and recipes. Advance reservations required. Please call 509.786.7277 to book.

    Saturday - October 12, 2013 -Sunday - October 13, 2013

    Catch the Crush at Desert Wind Winery

    Join us for a valley-wide harvest celebration. Tasting fee waived for Catch the Crush pass holders, plus the opportunity to try a library wine and participate in a 30-minute educational tasting class comparing a barrel or tank sample with a bottled current release and a library wine all of the same varietal. (Class offered Saturday only at noon and again at 3:00.) 

    Pass holders will also receive a 10% dining discount in Mojave on Friday, Saturday and Sunday if they present their pass to their server prior to checkout.
     

    Columbia Crest Winery
    October 6, 2013
    10:00 AM -3:30 PM
    Columbia Crest Winery just up the road in Patterson
    Washington is excited to continue their tradition of hosting more than 100 Mustang Cars. Vote for your favorites while you enjoy wine tasting and music. Food will be available for purchase.
  • Hwy 221, Columbia Crest Dr.
  • Paterson, WA 99345
  • Telephone (509) 875-4227
  • columbia-crest.com
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    Airfield Estates

    560 Merlot Drive

    Prosser, WA 9935

    509-786-7401

    VINEYARD RUN, GRAPE STOMP, LUNCH, & WINEMAKER'S DINNER! (PROSSER)Friday, October 11th - Saturday, October 12th

    Help us celebrate the 2013 Harvest Season!  Enjoy a delicious Winemaker's Dinner on Friday, October 11th followed by a 5K Vineyard Run, Lunch, and a good old-fashioned Grape Stomp on Saturday, October, 12th.

    For more information Login to www.airfieldwines.com and go to events.

     

     

     

    Lounging at the Loft

    Summer Music Events

    Winemakers Loft

    357 Port Street

    Prosser, WA 99350

    Friday, September 06, 2013; 6 PM - 9 PM

    Lounging at the Loft: Summer Music Event - Music, Food and Wine Winemakers Loft, 357 Port Avenue, Prosser, WA 99350

    Featuring: Vicky and the Velvetones

    Doors open at 6:00pm for seating and light tapas for purchase.

    This is a 21 and over event.

    Saturday, September 14, 2013; 6 PM - 9 PM

    Lounging at the Loft: Summer Music Event - Music, Food and Wine Winemakers Loft, 357 Port Avenue, Prosser, WA 99350

    Featuring: Joachim Nordensson

    Doors open at 6:00pm for seating and light tapas for purchase.

    This is a 21 and over event.

    Saturday, September 21, 2013; 6 PM - 9 PM

    Lounging at the Loft: Summer Music Event - Music, Food and Wine Winemakers Loft, 357 Port Avenue, Prosser, WA 99350

    Featuring: Cruise Control   

    Doors open at 6:00pm for seating and light tapas for purchase.

    This is a 21 and over event.

    Saturday, September 28, 2013; 6 PM - 9 PM

    Lounging at the Loft: Summer Music Event - Music, Food and Wine Winemakers Loft, 357 Port Avenue, Prosser, WA 99350

    Featuring: Shawna Boast Trio   

    Doors open at 6:00pm for seating and light tapas for purchase.

    This is a 21 and over event.

     

     

     

     

     

    Featured Wineries and Breweries 

     

    Please click on websites below for updated Winery Events

     

     

     

     

    Airfield Estates   Alexandria Nicole Cellars   Apex Cellars

     

    Coyote Canyon Winery  Cowan Vineyards  Desert Wind Winery 

     

    Gamache Vintners  Heavens Cave  Hogue Cellars 

     

    Kestrel Vintners  Martinez & Martinez Winery  Mercer Estates 

     

    Milbrandt Vineyards  Thurston Wolfe Winery  Willow Crest Winery

     

    Wine O' Clock Wine Bar & Bistro  Yakima River Winery

     

     Vineheart Winery  Pontin del Roza

     

     

     

       

    These are just a few of the wineries we hope you will visit while you are here this coming year!!

     

     For the beer drinkers who might be coming along too, we have something for you too!!

     

     

     

     

    Horse Heaven Hills Brewery    Located Downtown Prosser

     

     

           Whitstran Brewery                  Located on Wine Country Road

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Or contact us at WineCountry@WineCountryRvPark.com