Cascade Bicycle Club 2008 Group Health
Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic
Centralia College...Official Midpoint of the STP
Housing/Overnight
Centralia College has the following options:
1. Private Housing
Private housing is available through the Chamber of Commerce, will be limited and is on a first come basis. Please complete their housing form and return with your payment of $55 per person. Your fee will include one nights lodging and dinner provided by your host family.As the event gets closer, you will receive a letter from the Chamber with updated information regarding your host family, transportation to their home and luggage pick up. Click Here to access the registration form.
2. RV parking
RV’s must be self-contained. RV spaces are available without hook ups for $10 per night. To reserve your spot, please send in the RV Registration form with your payment. (Check the map for RV spots!) Go to intersection of Washington and Pear, parking attendants will guide you into stalls.
3. Indoor overnight
Due to gym renovations floor spaces for indoor overnight stays will be offered in other campus facilities. You may register for floor space at the campus through the Chamber of Commerce lodging reservation form. Pre-registration is $25 or $30 at the door (day of event). This includes showers & towel rental. Please bring your own sleeping bags! To check availability or for questions not answered by the registration form, please contact the Chamber by email (TheChamber@Chamberway.com) or by phone:
(360) 748-8885.
5. Semi-Private Indoor Overnight
The college has two semi-private spaces available. The first has a an adjoining full kitchen and a maximum capacity of 8 people. It is available for the night at a rate of $400. Click here to see photos of this space. The second space has a maximum capacity of 6 and offers a refrigerator micro-wave and sink, along with two sofas and a television. It is available for $250. Click here to see photos of this space. Interested parties should contact the college's events coordinator, Candy Layman at (360) 736-9391 ext. 605.
4. Tent camping
Tent camping is free and is on a first-come-first-served basis. Due to campus construction projects space will be limited. The college will assist tent campers in finding space on the day of the event. You can check out the Campus Map to get an idea of the expected noise levels in the major tent camping areas. This map will also be posted on the large sandwich board at the info booth on the day of the event. (Note- it may be noisier near the beer garden!)
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Overnight Lodging and Services Q&A
If it looks like rain. Can I still get an overnight indoor spot?
Yes, check in at the information booth.
How much for a shower only?
$5, includes use of a towel.
Where can I pitch a tent?
Any grassy spot on campus that is not being used by a vendor. Tent camping is free and is on a first-come-first-served basis. You can check out the Campus Map to get an idea of the expected noise levels in the major tent camping areas. This map will also be posted on the large sandwich board at the info booth on the day of the event.
I’m staying with a host family, how do I get there?
Please make prior arrangements with your host family for pick up. Remember you are on your own to return your luggage to the check point on Sunday. The deadline is 7:45AM on Sunday morning.
Where can I store my bike?
Next to your tent if sleeping outdoors. Otherwise bike corral is behind the library ($5). Bikes are not allowed in the classrooms.
Can I wash my bike off?
A hose is setup in the alley between gym and Hanson Hall.
Where can I get massage/medical help?
Minor assistance on the steps of Washington Hall, otherwise call 911 (or contact Info booth). Beer garden is also open for aches and pains requiring minor medication.
Can you fix my bike?
Probably not a good idea, but a repair service sponsored by Cascade Bike Club is set up across from the Info booth. By the way, the beer garden is open while you wait.
Where are the Restrooms (Sanicans)?
Next to Info booth and food vendors.
Where is my luggage?
If it was delivered to the college, then it is next to library. Please remember: You must return your luggage to the check point by 7:45AM on Sunday morning.
What if my luggage is lost?
See the info booth for details on locating your clean underwear. After a few rounds in the beer garden, you will forget about the itching burn in your seat area.
Where can I park my car?
Portions of the Library lot are open for parking and picking up riders. Parking is also available in the Centralia College Blvd lot. Besides, wasn’t this supposed to be a bike ride?
Can I wash my clothes?
You are welcome to use the showers to hand wash your gear.
