Time-Space Continuum:
Don't be left behind

Time marches ever closer to June 7, when BearTown 17: Bearpocalypse begins.
Space is running out fast, though. If you'd like to have a space among the hot and friendly bears of BearTown, and especially if you'd like a space in the Jupiter Hotel, where all the magic begins and ends, act now.

Because once time and space run out, things will get hairy.

Starfleet: No. Fleet Week: Yes!

Ahoy! BearTown 17 coincides with Fleet Week and the Portland Rose Festival. Naval vessels from the United States Navy, U.S. Coast Guard and the Royal Canadian Navy arrive from around the world for a four-day visit to the City of Roses. Say "hey, sailor" to some guys who might need a furry bear to join them as they watch the dragon boat races on the Willamette River.

As always, sailors in uniform who are in town for Fleet Week (21+) get in free to our dances on Friday and Saturday nights.

Mr. Oregon Bear, Mr. Oregon Cub 2013

BearTown marks the introduction of the candidates for Mr. Oregon Bear and Mr. Oregon Cub 2013. Get an application here and make sure to return it by May 31. Don’t pass up this opportunity to represent the Oregon Bears and give back to our community. John Mead (Mr. Oregon Bear), Dalin McClellan (Mr. Oregon Cub)

Save hundreds of $$$ by buying a
Full Pass NOW...Register today!

Registering for a full pass is cheaper than going to all the events a la carte. But more importantly, some events are only available to BearTown 17 registrants, so if you don't register, you'll be left out of the fun. Check this page to see how much money you can save today. And register for BearTown 17 today!

Take our frequent Shuttle Bus

If you're a BearTown 17 registrant, you can use the frequent shuttle buses transporting bears to all events for free by presenting your pass. Others may purchase a transportation pass at the host hotel for a nominal fee.

Accent on Good Food

Portland is known for its fine and inventive food, and BearTown 17: Bearpocalypse will showcase the talents of our local chefs. From lunch at the largest of Portland's food cart pods to brunch in the Columbia Gorge, and several meals in between, you'll be rubbing your furry belly with delight.

Jupiter Hotel: Epicenter of the Action

Location, location, location! The Jupiter Hotel in the heart of Portland is the center of the BearTown 17 universe, and they are offering a reduced room rate to BearTown 17 registrants through our registration page. Many events will take place at the Jupiter, and all buses to off-site events will depart and return here. We're even planning a special, Jupiter guest-only BearTown 17 swag bag with discounts and special offers, but you can only get it if you book your room through BearTown's link to the Jupiter.

Celebrate the End of the World with the Oregon Bears!

The current year is the end of the Mayan calendar, and some say the end of civilization itself. What better way to celebrate the occasion than to spend a beautiful summer weekend in Portland with the friendliest bears on Earth?

Join us for BearTown 17: Bearpocalypse! We have more parties, more men, and more activities to choose from. Your weekend package includes more activities and entitles you to more privileges and discounts. It’s all bigger and better than ever. But we are still limiting numbers so that we maintain the warm and friendly atmosphere the Oregon Bears are so famous for.

Participants of last year's BearTown 16: Bears in Bridgetown participated in a survey of what they liked the most and provided valuable feedback for this year’s planning committee. We took the suggestions seriously and have organized an amazing weekend.

Some of the favorite events of past years are returning (Cheers, Cheese & Chocolates; Shed the Shirt T-Shirt Exchange). Some events have new venues (Bears at the Baths moves to Hawks, Portland’s new bathhouse; the UnderBear Dance moves to a new venue that's more private). New activities include a tour of local distilleries, a walk across the river to Portland’s Saturday Market with its arts and crafts and great food, and an exotic and erotic after-hours Mayan-themed party where a virgin may be sacrificed. (Wish us luck finding a bear who’s a virgin, right?)

"The Little Bear Run with the Big Bear Run Feel" Has a Charitable Purpose

BearTown is sponsored by the Oregon Bears, a social, fraternal, and charitable organization and the largest bear club in the United States. This year the BearTown committee selected the Oregon Safe Schools and Communities Coalition (OSSCC) as beneficiary of the funds raised from our BearTown events.

OSSCC “seeks to create safe schools and communities where every family can belong, every educator can teach, and every child can learn regardless of actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity.” This wonderful community-based group prepares people from rural, suburban, and urban areas of Oregon to put together and present workshops that address bullying and other health and safety needs of LGBT youth and families. Visit their web site, www.OregonSafeSchools.org, to learn more about their activities.

Watch for opportunities throughout BearTown weekend to help us raise funds for this fine organization: raffle ticket sales, direct donations, silent auction, a massage therapist, the Bear Market, and many more events contribute directly to OSSCC and its work.