Grand Fir Brewing is planning a second location near the Clackamas River, with a larger outdoor setting for food, drinks and gatherings in the Damascus and Happy Valley area.

The proposed Grand Fir Outpost would occupy an existing property at 15252 SE Highway 224, Suite A, in Damascus.

The location is along a familiar route toward Carver Park and river recreation areas.

Grand Fir's first brewpub and supper club opened in Southeast Portland in 2022.

Co-founders Whitney Burnside, a brewmaster, and chef Doug Adams are taking a different approach with the new space.

As of reporting on October 22, Burnside said the team was awaiting permits and completing light renovations.

The brewery has discussed opening this fall, but no firm opening date has been announced.

A beer garden with room to gather

The owners envision a large outdoor beer garden as the centerpiece rather than a simple duplicate of their Portland dining rooms.

Plans describe covered seating, a heated solarium, a stage for music, a fire pit and places for casual gatherings.

The venue's operators have also talked about games and activities so families can spend time together while visiting.

Those features are planned amenities, and details may change as work continues.

Food from the smoker

Adams is developing a menu built around outdoor cooking and a smoker.

The food plans include barbecue-style options, sandwiches and other rotating dishes.

Permanent food trucks already operating at the property are expected to add more choices.

The overall idea is a flexible place where neighbors can stop for a meal, meet friends or spend an afternoon outside.

For residents of Happy Valley, Damascus and surrounding Clackamas County neighborhoods, an additional gathering place could make local dining and recreation more convenient.

Still, there is an important difference between a planned opening and an open business.

Visitors should not make a special trip expecting the Outpost to be serving customers until Grand Fir confirms the opening.

The brewery's own announcements will be the best source for a firm date, hours and event details.

Once a specific public opening event is scheduled, it can be listed separately in the Milwaukie Current events calendar.

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