Support Event

Wreathes Across America

December 16, 2017

12:30 PM - 04:00 PM PST

Portland Platoon

Event overview

Willamette National Cemetery 11800 SE Mt Scott Blvd Portland, OR 97086 Each December on National Wreaths Across America Day, Wreathes Across America's mission to Remember, Honor and Teach is carried out by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as over 1,100 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea, and abroad. This year, the Portland 1st Platoon will join in, and be a part of this amazing tradition. Remember. Honor. Teach. REMEMBER our fallen U.S. veterans. HONOR those who serve. TEACH your children the value of freedom. On 12/16/2017, we will place wreaths on veteran gravestones at Willamette Cemetery . We are happy that you are willing to help with the Wreath Across America ceremony at the Willamette National Cemetery. Here are some things to remember about the ceremony: - Everyone of all ages and backgrounds is welcome. - Ceremonies around the world will be starting at the same moment, so please be on time. - The most important thing to remember is to have a wonderful experience participating in the ceremony and thank you so much for help Wreaths achieve our mission to remember, honor and teach. We look forward to seeing everyone there.

Type

Support Event

What To Wear

TMC Blue Shirts - Along with comfortable and weather appropriate attire

What to Bring

Respect

Inclement Weather

None... It is the PNW :-) Please dress accordingly. Contact information for any last minute changes (like 2016 and the snow/ice). You can email Melissa at MMcPartland@missioncontinues.org

Event Contact

When and where

Date

December 16, 2017

Time

12:30 PM - 04:00 PM (PST)

Location

Willamette National Cemetary

11800 SE Mt Scott Blvd
Portland, OR 97086

Parking Information

Plenty

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