Photo gallery: Woodland turns out for 100th Planters Days celebration

Date: Monday, June 20, 2022

Miss Woodland Brooklynn Donald is shown here during the Planters Days parade. Princess Kate Miller was the other member of the 2022 Planters Days Court. Photo courtesy Mike Schultz

Community event returns to in-person activities for the first time in two years

For the first time in two years, area residents had the opportunity to participate in a full schedule of events as part of the annual Planters Days celebration this weekend. The 100th anniversary of Planters Days took place Thursday-through-Sunday

The theme for this year’s event was, “Celebrating 100 years of community.’’

Clark County Today reporter Paul Valencia and photographer Mike Schultz attended Thursday’s events and provided this report and video. Schultz also offered a number of photographs from a number of other activities throughout the weekend.

Past Planters Days princesses were also featured in this year’s parade. Photo courtesy Mike Schultz

There was a military display during this year’s Planters Days parade. Photo courtesy Mike Schultz

Dale Boon shows off his Gibson tractor. Photo courtesy Mike Schultz

These children had a nice log bench to ride through the parade, courtesy of Chilton Logging. Photo courtesy Mike Schultz

Kevin Saari and Alex Cranke remove the beef from the fire pit for the Fireman’s BBQ. Photo courtesy Mike Schultz

Some attendees got a little wet, thanks to Cowlitz Fire District 1 Captain Justin Huff, who assisted Ella Williams on the nozzle at the Fireman’s Muster. Photo courtesy Mike Schultz

Team Wake & Race was one of the many teams that participated in the Planters Days bed races. Photo courtesy Mike Schultz

Eli Starkey got all dressed up for the 55th annual Frog Jumping Contest. Photo courtesy Mike Schultz

Also read:

Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony set for Monday at Vancouver Barracks Parade Ground
A Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony will take place Monday, May 26, at the Vancouver Barracks Parade Ground, honoring service members with speakers, tributes, and musical performances.
Battle Ground to host annual Memorial Day Ceremony, May 26
A Memorial Day ceremony honoring fallen service members will be held on May 26 at the Battle Ground Veterans Memorial, featuring special tributes and performances.
Brian Munson announces bid to return to Battle Ground City Council
Former Battle Ground City Council member Brian Munson has announced his candidacy for Position 6, highlighting a platform focused on efficiency, transparency, and community-first leadership.
POLL: Should fireworks be banned in unincorporated Clark County?
Should fireworks be banned in unincorporated Clark County?
Them Before Us founder gives passionate speech at Clark County Republican Women dinner
Katy Faust, founder of Them Before Us, urged attendees at a Republican Women’s dinner in Battle Ground to prioritize children’s rights over adult desires.
CCSO completes investigation of suspected suicide, allegations of sex abuse involving a juvenile
The Clark County Sheriff’s Office has completed two investigations involving the April death of Charles Gardiner and allegations of sex offenses against a juvenile.
Skyview’s softball leader inspires on and off the field
Skyview standout Maddie Milhorn is celebrated not only for her softball skills but for her leadership and inclusivity across campus as she leads her team into the state tournament.