Phone ills being remedied for Chateau guitar concerts
From our weekly issue dated May 28, 2008
Although there are telephone problems due to vandalism affecting The Chateau at Oregon Caves National Monument, as well as the monument itself, steps are under way to fix the situation.
Some persons have commented recently in connection with making reservations for free guitar concerts at The Chateau on Friday and Saturday, June 13 and 14. A story in last week’s issue provided phone numbers for making reservations for dinners and concerts.
Click here to learn more about how you can tell us what you think
But the phone system for The Chateau has temporary technical problems. Said Bob Schumacher, executive director of Illinois Valley Community Development Organization (IVCDO):
“Unfortunately the telephone system is not yet working at the Caves. This is
a result of the cable being stolen last fall. A new microwave system is being installed by the National Park Service, but it won’t be operational until Tuesday, June 10. We have tried using Internet phones, but they are unreliable.
“Therefore, the toll-free number (877) 245-9022, as well as The Chateau main number, (541) 592-3400, are bring routed to I.V. Visitor Center, and calls are answered only during regular business hours during the week.
Advertisement:
“The Chateau staff,” continued Schumacher, “also is checking for messages on weekends. People can leave a message and someone will phone them back, but it may not be until the next day. (This is all mentioned in the message when the number is called). People also can email caves@cavenet.com
and someone will return their message.”
It also is noted that there has been a light dusting of snow at Oregon Caves National Monument. Because it is at 4,000 feet, this is not unusual for May. Chateau staff say that they will be ready to welcome the public for dinner, lodging and the classical guitar concert on June 13 and 14.
Those wishing to have dinner and attend the classical guitar concert either day can phone (877) 245-9022, (541) 592-3400 or (541) 592-4440 between noon and 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays.
~ Linda Corey-Woodward
