Since 1999, the Yamhill Valley Visitors Association has led the effort to develop tourism as an economic generator for the entire community. Close to 100 businesses from throughout the valley have joined forces with the association to make both their individual businesses and the local tourism industry stronger.

Why we're here
Our mission is to increase visitor spending in the Yamhill Valley. We do this by developing and implementing marketing and promotion strategies that fit our unique experience for visitors.

Our tourism is growing
Tourism in Oregon increased by $7.4 billion from 1999 to 2005. Locally, Yamhill County tourism generated $73.8 million in 2005, a $23.3 million increase over 1999. Tourism is a growth industry throughout the Yamhill Valley. Our goal is help our members and the community at large benefit from the popularity of our valley.

Our history
The Yamhill Valley Visitors Association (YVVA) grew from a task force formed by the McMinnville Area Chamber of Commerce. The Association was formed in 1999 and now is a private 501(c)6. Our members include the McMinnville and Newberg Chambers, the McMinnville Downtown Association, county tourist oriented businesses and many other professionals with an interest in our developing a tourist economy.

Why you should join
Membership is a practical and inexpensive investment in your business and in the future of our area. As you select your membership level, you will have to opportunity to take advantage of these benefits:

Yamhill Valley Visitors Guide - Members share a two-page spread, full-color directory page in the guide produced by the News-Register. More than 40,000 copies are distributed at valley businesses, tourism centers throughout the state and in mailings to individuals across the United States who request information. Members are also given an early bird discount on advertising.

You will receive copies of the Visitors Guide for your use and distribution to your clients.

Our Web Site - You will have an individual business page and a business directory listing on this web site. Business and sustaining members receive links to their own web sites and e-mail addresses. The site attracts more than 17,000 visitors each month.

Business Referrals - Our members receive priority referrals to requests from visitors, event planners and tour operators.

Networking Events - You have the opportunity to attend networking events throughout the year, which can lead to increased marketing for your business.

Cooperative Advertising - We provide opportunities arise for greater visibility through group ad purchases.

Here's How You Join
Please look at the membership benefits in this brochure to determine the right level of membership for your business and complete the application. It's that simple. If you'd like to discuss your options, please call us at at 503-883-7770.

Advertising On This Site
Advertising on this web site is not accepted. All businesses represented here are members of the Yamhill Valley Visitors Association. Presentations are based on levels of memberhship.

Here's How You Join
Please look at the membership benefits in this PDF to determine the right level of membership for your business and complete the application.

How to Contact the YVVA

By Mail
Yamhill Valley Visitors Association
P.O. Box 774
McMinnville, OR 97128

By Phone
(503) 883-7770

By E-Mail
info@yamhillvalley.org

Questions Concerning the Web Site
info@yamhillvalley.org