Name: D.B. CooperCon 2026
Start: 2026-11-13
End: 2026-11-15

Camp Hope of Southwest Washington is an outdoor youth camp and education center in Battle Ground, WA, offering summer camps, outdoor school programs, group camping, and community events. Set along the East Fork Lewis River, Camp Hope provides opportunities for hiking, archery, team activities, nature exploration, and outdoor learning.

Camp Hope

The Black Pearl is an open concept industrial space that can be customized and decorated to fit your needs for your event. The venue is located in the Washougal neighborhood, sitting on the Columbia River with the most beautiful view of Mt. Hood. The Black Pearl is the perfect space for weddings, fundraisers, art and auto auctions, retreats or trainings, parties or to just gather together in a spectacular location. With floor to ceiling windows and concrete floors, the venue is a blank canvas allowing any kind of theme or design.

Black Pearl on the Columbia Event Center

Rezabek Vineyards is a small artisan winery located in the western foothills of the Cascade Range. They are dedicated to making memorable, high quality wine in small lots to ensure that each batch has true varietal character and balance. Their wines have won several awards, with more to come.

Rezabek Vineyards

This site includes various parcels on lower Washougal River between Sandy Swimming Hole and Lacamas Creek. There is extensive shoreline access and facilities include a half-mile walking trail and boat launch. Additional property located on the Washougal River upstream of Vernon Road Bridge provides opportunities for picnicking and fishing.

Washougal River Greenway

Battle Ground Lake Park is a beautiful park with a crystal-clear lake formed by volcanic upliftings and depressions in the earth. The park has 50 campsites, and day visitors can enjoy swimming, trout fishing, picnicking, hiking and boating.

Battle Ground Lake State Park

Summit Grove is tucked away on five acres of private, beautifully wooded tranquil property situated just above the Lewis River near La Center, Washington. The lodge has been meticulously renovated preserving the integrity and character of the original structure, while updating the property to offer all imaginable modern-day amenities. The main hall area inside the lodge is approximately 2,300 square feet. Features include the original cedar-log walls, Douglas Fir beams and flooring, a 20-foot vaulted ceiling, and majestic rock fireplace. The room can accommodate a seated dinner for up to 170 or a standing reception up to 375 - 400.

Summit Grove Lodge

Clark County built the first segment of the Chelatchie Prairie Rail-with-Trail in 2011. Primary access to this multi-purpose trail is from Battle Ground Lake State Park and NE Palmer Road. The county’s long-term plan is to provide a trail along the entire 33-mile-long railroad corridor between Vancouver (Burnt Bridge Creek Trail at Stewart Glen) and the end of the rail line at Chelatchie Prairie. Photo from Washington Trails Association by Susan Saul

Chelatchie Prairie Rail with Trail

Alderbrook Park is 63 acres, nestled in the forest with it's own private lake, pool, creek and other amenities. An outdoor destination for both public and private events, they have four covered pavilions for use, along with pedal boats, train rides, miniature golf, 18 acres of lawn and hiking trails, a pirate ship, bounce houses, and the famous Pink Lemonade fountain.

Alderbrook Park

Vancouver WA provides the perfect blend of [outdoor adventure](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/ "outdoor recreation"), [urban activities](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/trip-planning/neighborhoods/downtown/ "Downtown Vancouver WA"), and [accessibility](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/trip-planning/community-profile/accessible-travel-vancouver/ "Accessible Travel"). Conveniently located between the picturesque Cascade Mountains and the mighty Columbia River, Vancouver is a sports lover's playground.

Whether it’s indoor or outdoor sports, Vancouver WA has the advantage! Your athletes will compete with pride at our amazing natural [venues](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/sports/venues/ "Sports Venues") and diverse sporting facilities. Vancouver offers boundless options for teams of all sports and sizes, which is why past events run the gauntlet from the NAIA Cross Country National Championships at [Fort Vancouver National Historic Site](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/things-to-do/historic-sites-and-museums/fort-vancouver/ "Fort Vancouver") and the Lucas Oil National Motocross Series at [Washougal MX Park](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/listing/washougal-motocross-park/2139/ "Washougal Motocross Park") to the US Rowing Northwest Junior District Championships at [Vancouver Lake](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/vancouver-lake-park/ "Vancouver Lake").

We also work with local sports leagues to grow their programming, raise awareness for events, and assist with securing venues and hotel rooms. Some of our many sports partners include Columbia Premier, Ridgefield Raptors, HoopSource Basketball and the Vancouver Lake Rowing Club.

Visit Vancouver Washington

Visit Vancouver WA and The Kiggins Theatre are pleased to welcome back the annual D.B. Cooper Con produced by Vortex Events, LLC and taking place from November 13th through the 15th.

Experience one or all of three full days of entertainment, presentations, panel discussions, and Q & A sessions and local food and beverage features and events. While air piracy is no laughing matter and the hijacker committed a capital crime, $6,000 of his loot was found right here in Vancouver on the banks of the Columbia River. We look to again celebrate that find, share the latest case information, and embrace the folklore with true celebration.

STAY TUNED FOR A COMPLETE SCHEDULE!

Take off on a three-day uplifting experience, jump into a movie seat for a day or two, or spread your wings throughout the town to find where attendees are flocking for fun, food, and froth.  
  
A Three-Day Pass is $75 and is limited to 200 passes total. Daily tickets can be purchased for $35 for Friday and Saturday or $30 for Sunday only. Available online or at the box office day of show.

Visit [D.B.COOPERCON](https://www.dbcooperconference.com/) for more information and special hotel rates.

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