Woodland’s 92nd annual community celebration hosts its biggest events today with the Woodland Planters Days Parade at 11 a.m. Visitors also can explore the carnival and Saturday Market; visit the firemen’s barbecue from noon to 3 p.m.; cheer on the participants of the 47th annual frog jump competition at 1:30 p.m.; enjoy the 12th annual bed races at 4 p.m.; and attend a car cruise-in at 7 p.m. followed by a concert. The festivities continue Sunday with all-day car shows and a talent contest at noon. The carnival will be open from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.
When: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. today and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
Where: Downtown Woodland, Fifth Street and Davidson Avenue; Horseshoe Lake Park, Goerig Street and Park Road; Woodland Moose Lodge, 133 Davidson Ave., Woodland.
Admission: Free.
Telephone: 360-225-9888.
Planters Days are among many options for getting out and about this weekend.
2) Discover adventure
The Vancouver Summer Adventure program will kick off with nature activities in Marshall Park. Children can learn about insects and backyard wildlife, plant a vegetable start and do nature crafts. Vancouver Summer Adventure is a partnership of numerous local organizations to provide children activities throughout the summer.
