Adult Trips & Travel

Love to travel near and far? The Juanita Pohl Center offers one-day, lunchtime and overnight trips throughout the year, from whitewater rafting and covered bridge tours to boat cruises in the Gorge. Bring along a friend or make a new one! We have a friendly group who always welcomes a new traveler. Trips are for Ages 21 & Up.

Pre-registration is required for all Active Adult Day Trips and Day Trekker Hikes. Call: 503.691.3061.

Active Adult Day Trips

Pizza & Powells
Visit Portland’s iconic independent bookshop then walk across the street for lunch at another local staple, Sizzle Pie. Optional: walk a little further for a unique dessert. Fee includes lunch, gratuity and transportation.
Wednesday, May 1 | 10am-3pm
CLICK HERE to Register
$42 resident/$53 non-resident

Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler Brunch
All aboard a replica sternwheeler for an impressive cruise on the Columbia River and a catered brunch featuring fresh, local culinary pairings. Fee includes ticket, brunch, escort and transportation.
Sunday, May 19 | 8:30am-2pm
CLICK HERE to Register
$115 resident/$144 non-resident

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SUMMER DAY TRIPS - Registration opens May 7 at 9am!

Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad
Enjoy a relaxed ride and a step back in time on an authentic steam or vintage diesel locomotive followed by lunch, ocean views and a scenic return trip. Fee includes ticket, lunch, gratuity, escort and transportation.
Thursday, June 6 | 8am-5:30pm
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$84 resident/$105 non-resident

Radio Room
Travel back in time to this remodeled, converted gas station in the King neighborhood, now a 1960s style diner and lounge. Fee includes lunch, gratuity, escort and transportation.
Wednesday, June 12 | 11am-2pm
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$39 resident/$49 non-resident

Stand Up Paddleboard Lessons
Learn something new or refresh your skills! This lesson in Hood River is designed to teach you the basics of paddle boarding, safety principles and even self-rescue techniques. Fee includes SUP lesson, gear, lunch, gratuity, escort and transportation.
Tuesday, June 25 | 8am-4pm
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$124 resident/$155 non-resident

Mississippi Food Carts & Shops
Explore one of the most vibrant and diverse neighborhoods in Portland! Start with lunch at Mississippi Marketplace food carts then check out unique shops, vibrant bars, and more. Fee includes escort and transportation.
Wednesday, July 17 | 11:30am-4:30pm
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$24 resident/$30 non-resident

Giant Dune Buggy Tour
Experience the Oregon Dunes up close during a scenic, fun and safe guided dune buggy tour covering 8 miles of dunes and 2 miles of beach. Fee includes tour, lunch, gratuity, escort and transportation.
Sunday, July 21 | 7am-5pm
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$89 resident/$111 non-resident

Lan Su Chinese Garden
Take a relaxing stroll through Lan Su Chinese Garden and experience a 2,000-year-old tradition that melds art, architecture, culture, and nature in perfect harmony. Fee includes private tour, escort, and transportation. Purchases at the Teahouse are on your own.
Thursday, July 25 | 9am-1pm
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$28 resident/$35 non-resident

Willamette Jetboat Lunch Excursion
Get ready for a thrilling adventure through the Portland waterfront with magnificent views of downtown Portland and exciting jetboat spins! Then enjoy lunch on a floating dock on the Columbia River. Fee includes tour, lunch, escort and transportation.
Tuesday, July 30 | 10am-2:30pm
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$79 resident/$99 non-resident

Froyo at Eb & Bean
Enjoy seasonally inspired gourmet frozen yogurt (froyo) with unique made-from-scratch toppings and creative sauces! Fee includes dessert, gratuity, escort and transportation.
Thursday, August 8 | 1:30-3:30pm
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$23 resident/$29 non-resident

Caves, Canoes & Meteors (overnight)
Discover the hidden underground world beneath the High Desert, canoe a mountain lake under the peak of the Perseids meteor shower and enjoy the culinary delights of Bend, Oregon! This is an active two-day, one-night trip featuring guided tours of ancient lava tubes, caves used as both dwellings and storage, desert walks, late night canoeing across a serene high elevation lake and spectacular views of the night sky. Register by June 7 to receive $25 off! Rooms are double occupancy. Roommates may be assigned if needed.
Depart: Sunday, August 11 at 8am
Return: Monday, August 12 at 4pm
CLICK HERE to Register
$489 resident/$612 non-resident

Oregon Zoo
Come visit the oldest zoo west of the Mississippi! The Oregon Zoo is home to over 2,600 animals from more than 215 species. See elephants on parade, the new Polar Passage, Primate Forest, and so much more! Fee includes zoo admission, escort, and transportation. Lunch will be on your own.
Thursday, August 15 | 9:30am-3pm
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$45 resident/$56 non-resident

Feral Plant-Based Restaurant
Entertain your taste buds at this plant-based restaurant specializing in foraged and wild food and seasonally-inspired dishes and sharing plates. Fee includes dinner, gratuity, escort and transportation.
Wednesday, August 21 | 4-8pm
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$46 resident/$57 non-resident

Mt Hood Adventure Park
Get your adrenaline pumping at this Mt Hood area playground! Ride the unique alpine slide, scenic sky chair, pedal karts and more or try your hand at the batting cages, mini golf or even a rock wall! Fee includes action pass, escort and transportation.
Thursday, August 29 | 9:30am-3:30pm
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$77 resident/$96 non-resident
 

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Domestic & International Travel Program (Collette Tours)
The trips listed below are being highlighted by the Juanita Pohl Center through Collette Tours. Collette has more trip offerings all over the US and the world, with more dates available. Click HERE to browse their website! Anyone can travel anywhere through the Pohl Center & Collette Tours! If you are interested in traveling to a destination that isn't highlighted here, please call 503.691.3061.

NEW!! Shades of Ireland (featuring Northern Ireland)
Trip Dates: October 24-November 5, 2024
Experience Ireland in all its vibrant shades as you travel from the lively city of Dublin to the untamed natural beauty of Northern Ireland. Explore Dublin with a local guide. Kiss the Blarney Stone at historic Blarney Castle. See Killarney National Park on a boat ride. Experience the world-famous beauty of the Ring of Kerry. Marvel at the stunning 700-foot Cliffs of Moher. Enjoy tea and scones on a traditional family farm. Tour the walled city of Derry. Stand on the awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway. Uncover the legend of the Titanic at Belfast’s famed Titanic Experience. From breathtaking nature and stunning coasts to a captivating culture and friendly locals – this is Ireland.
Domestic and international trips led by Collette staff. For more information, please click HERE or call 503.691.3061. Seat Reduction Date: 4/25/24

NEW!! Explore the French Riviera
Trip Dates: October 31-November 8, 2024
Uncover the chic resorts, sun-soaked beaches and elegant allure that attracts the rich and famous to the exquisite French Riviera. Unpack for a leisurely multi-night stay, embracing the luxury and breathtaking beauty of the French Riviera, or Côte d’Azur. Spend time in the fairy-tale principality of Monaco. Discover the opulence of Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and Gardens. Get a glimpse into the lives of the rich and famous in Cannes. Watch artisans create fragrant perfumes. Enjoy leisure time to explore on your own. It’s time you lived a little bit of the good life.
Domestic and international trips led by Collette staff. An informational presentation for this trip will be held on Monday, April 29 @ 1pm at the center. Pre-registration for the info session is encouraged. For more information, please click HERE or call 503.691.3061. Seat Reduction Date: 5/1/24

Christmas on the Danube
Trip Dates: December 2-10, 2024
On a boat cruise along the Danube, explore charming Christmas markets and see Europe dressed in its holiday best. Join a local expert and explore historic Vienna. Float through the Wachau Valley dotted with castles and hillside houses. Visit the 900-year-old Benedictine Melk Abbey, one of Europe’s largest Baroque monasteries. Enjoy a Glühwein Party – a German holiday party with mulled wine. Explore Nuremburg, home to one of the oldest and largest Christmas markets in the world. Discover Würzburg, an ancient Franconian wine town. Relax as you are transported to beloved riverside towns and delve into local holiday traditions.
Domestic and international trips led by Collette staff. An informational presentation for this trip will be held on Monday, April 29 @ 1pm at the center. Pre-registration for the info session is encouraged. For more information, please click HERE or call 503.691.3061.

NEW!! Discover South Pacific Wonders
Trip Dates: January 29-February 12, 2025
See what life is like “Down Under” on this incredible journey through Australia and New Zealand. Discover the wonders of Aboriginal culture. Cruise Sydney Harbour and Milford Sound. Cruise Lake Wakatipu and enjoy a lakeside BBQ. Experience Queenstown, the “Adventure Capital of the World.” From the tropical splendor of Australia's Great Barrier Reef to the ethereal beauty of New Zealand's glacial fjords, enjoy the best of the South Pacific.
Domestic and international trips led by Collette staff. An informational presentation for this trip will be held on Monday, April 29 @ 1pm at the center. Pre-registration for the info session is encouraged. For more information, please click HERE or call 503.691.3061. Seat Reduction Date: 7/30/24

Colors of Morocco
Trip Dates: February 6-20, 2025
Get to know the vibrant culture and colorful backdrops that are distinctively Morocco. Explore Fes, one of the holiest cities in the world, on a walking tour in the Medina, where donkeys and mules laden with goods still walk the ancient market. Make your way to your desert camp by 4x4 jeep and spend a full day exploring the Sahara Desert. Travel the rugged “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs” to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Kasbah Ait-Ben-Haddou. In Marrakech, get a true taste of Moroccan hospitality during an interactive cooking class at a women’s cooperative. Experience Morocco's deep history, unique atmosphere and welcoming people on an unforgettable journey.
Domestic and international trips led by Collette staff. An informational presentation for this trip will be held on Monday, April 29 @ 1pm at the center. Pre-registration for the info session is encouraged. For more information, please click HERE or call 503.691.3061. Seat Reduction Date: 7/7/24

Spotlight on New York City
Trip Dates: April 10-14, 2025
Experience the best of “the Big Apple” in this spectacular tour. From Rockefeller Center to Greenwich Village, New York City is a destination that will dazzle even the most seasoned traveler. Spend four nights in the heart of Midtown close to Central Park and Times Square. Take your seat and watch the curtain rise for an exciting Broadway show. Ferry to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. See the Empire State Building and Central Park. Visit the poignant 9/11 Museum and 9/11 Memorial. Enjoy plenty of free time to shop and explore this fabulous city on your own. Get ready to “start spreading the news!”
Domestic and international trips led by Collette staff. An informational presentation for this trip will be held on Monday, April 29 @ 1pm at the center. Pre-registration for the info session is encouraged. For more information, please click HERE or call 503.691.3061. Seat Reduction Date: 10/10/24

Domestic & International Travel Program (Premier World Discovery)
Premier has trip offerings all over the US and the world. Click HERE to browse their website! If you are interested in traveling to a destination, please call 503.691.3061.