Michael,
My wife and I would REALLY like to join you on the trip to Portland, but my niece picked July 18 for her wedding, so .... It's good to hear that Kathleen and Suzy in Detroit are going ahead with their car shipping plan -- that should liven up the West Coast for sure
. I hope you find a way to drive out, and I'm sure you wont be disappointed. We flew to the last Portland convention, and had a great time in many ways. Probably the best collection of cars in any chapter in the States, and the tours in the Mt.Hood / Columbia River area will not disappoint.
Have fun,
Jim