Miss Oregon Pageant Camp!

Miss Oregon Pageant Camp, May 17-19, 2013, Seaside - What a surreal experience! I have competed for the past seven years and this past weekend I was on the other side. It was a pleasure watching our local title holders grow over the few days while in Seaside. It will be an amazing year for whoever is the next Miss Oregon. I am so proud of all the contestants and can't wait to see them again in just five short weeks! 

Miss America by Catalina

Catalina Swimsuit Launch, Wood Village, May 19, 2013 - It was a privilege to be apart of this amazing  partnership between Miss America, Catalina and Walmart! The new swimsuit line is now released just in time for summer! The swimsuit that I wore at Miss America is just one design! Check out your local Walmart for all the new looks! 

Armed Forces Day

Armed Forces Day, Salem, May 16, 2013 - What an honor to be invited to such a special event honoring our brave men and women!

MHRC Hall of Fame Dinner

MHRC Hall of Fame Awards Dinner, May 10, 2013, Vancouver, Washington - So many well deserved awards to commemorate the hard work these people put into restoring such beautiful cars which are a part of our history.  Thank you for letting me be a part of this!

Paralyzed Veterans of America Golf Tournament

Paralyzed Veterans of America Annual Golf Tournament, May 6, 2013, Keizer - This group is dedicated to serving those catastrophically injured veterans who have gave so much. Thank you for letting be apart of this event!

American Red Cross Volunteer Appreciation Day

American Red Cross Volunteer Appreciation Day Breakfast, May 4, 2013, Portland - This group does so much to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies. This was a great way to celebrate our volunteers who give so much!

Miss Cascade

Miss Cascade, May 4, 2013, Oregon City - Miss Cascade was the last local of the season and as the show ended three new Miss Contestants were added to the Miss Oregon Class of 2013! It was an exciting night and a packed house! Thank you to everyone who came to support this local and a special thank you to my local directors who made me feel so honored to be their first Miss Oregon!

Lincoln City Community Days

Lincoln City Community Days Celebration, April 23-28, 2013, Lincoln City -  An amazing week full of food drives, pony rides, radio shows, Kiwanis pancake breakfast, kayaking on Devils Lake and events with the Lions, Eagles & Rotary Clubs.  This was a fun filled week with a community that gives so much.  Thank you for letting me be a part of this!.  

Miss Marion-Polk

Miss Marion-Polk, April 19-20, 2013, Salem -  Congratulations to Miss Marion-Polk County Scholarship Program new titleholder, Nicole Crane! 

Keynote Speaker at Lions Club

Keynote Speaker at Lions Club, April 17, 2013, Gresham - I was honored to be the Keynote Speaker at the Gresham Breakfast Lions Club which honored the academic excellence and volunteerism of students from Gresham, Sam Barlow and Springwater Trail high schools with scholarships.  Since its inaugural event 27 years ago, the Lions Club has presented a total of $219,750 in scholarships to students.

One Fine Day

One Fine Day, April 17, 2013, Eugene -  So honored to be a part of the ninth annual One Fine Day Luncheon.  A unique, elegant, and fun luncheon featuring an auction of unique packages, home decor, and signature high-end handbags and luggage to benefit VIM (Volunteers In Medicine Clinic).  VIM provides high-quality, compassionate medical care to low-income, uninsured adults in Lane County.

Oregon Military Museum

Oregon Military Museum, April 11, 2013, Clackmas - A great tour  of the Brig. Gen. James B. Thayer Oregon Military Museum at Camp Withycombe. Joining me were State Defense Force Brig Gen. James B. Thayer, former Oregon Governors Ted Kulongoski and Vic Atiyeh, Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs Director Cameron Smith, President of Emmert International Terry Emmert, and John, Jim and Mike Thayer. The group was also able to watch the old Camp Withycombe guard shack being moved off the premises.

Portland Roadster Show

Portland Roadster Show, March 15-17, 2013, Portland - The Multnomah Hot Rod Council does more than just hold a roadster show.  The council awards Automotive Scholarships to students in high school and community colleges in the Portland and southwest Washington area, contributes to the Randall Legacy Emanuel Hospital for children with cancer, the Ronald McDonald House, and is a sponsor of the Miss Oregon Organization for young women.  Thank you not only for letting me be a part of these wonderful events but for all that you do within the community!

Lines For Life Dinner Auction

Lines For Life Dinner Auction, March 14, 2013, Portland -  Night at the Museum was the theme for Lines for Life’s annual Gala Dinner & Auction.  Lines for Life which helps prevents substance abuse and suicide has an anonymous Military Helpline which is unique in the country and a YouthLine which offers confidential teen-to-teen counseling on bullying, substance abuse, self harm and suicide.  This was a fun night for such an amazing group.  Thank you for letting me be a part of it!

IHOP Fundraiser

IHOP Fundraiser, February 5, 2013, Gresham - What an early morning! I started the day at 3:45 A.M. to support our local IHOP's and Children's Miracle Network Hospitals! I loved flipping pancakes, meeting local customers and of course raising money for our Children's Hospitals!  

Lions Club Guest Speaker

Lions Club Guest Speaker, January 31, 2013, Gresham - It was an early morning, but I was happy to wake up before the sun came up to speak to the Gresham's Lions Club about the Miss Oregon Program and my experience at Miss America 2013! Thank you so much for having me at your breakfast this morning!

Bridal Gallery Bridal Show

Bridal Gallery Bridal Show, January 26-27, 2013, Salem - The Bridal Gallery has been such an amazing sponsor throughout this past year! I was so excited to exchange my pageant gowns for wedding dresses and walk down the runway in the Bridal Gallery's gorgeous apparel!

Angel Hair Foundation "Shall We Dance"

Angel Hair Foundation "Shall We Dance", January 25, 2013, Eugene - What a fun night of dancing and judging! I had a fantastic time supporting this amazing organization and of course raising money for the Angel Hair Foundation, and organization that provides hair systems to children with hair loss. Congratulations to all the dancers that worked so hard!