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Sarah Shaffer
Executive Director
Sarah is fortunate to have her dream job as the Executive Director for Wenatchee Outdoors. Her interests include people, nature, wildlife and getting her sweat on outside. Alpine rock climbing, mountain biking and skate skiing are her outdoor passions. Sarah enjoys gardening, baking and home remodel projects. She is the mother of one, which keeps her busy and happy on a daily basis. Activities she would like to pursue that would be new to her are kayaking and backcountry skiing.

Sage Fest is Back!

Things to knowWhat's Happening
Sage Fest is Back! The foothills to the west of Wenatchee are a special place, protected from future development over the years by land purchases and preservation efforts. The trails are used by horseback riders, mountain bikers, hikers, trail runners,... Read More...

Peavine Pinnacle Trail

GuidebookThings to know
by Ray Birks Local trail users in the greater Devils Gulch and Mission Ridge Trail System may find a new surprise when traveling on Mission Creek Road now that the road is closed above the junction with Peavine Canyon. In... Read More...

First Street Bikeway-Riverwalk to Miller Street

Guidebook
For the past quarter-century, Charles Hickenbottom has been a fervent participant in our local bicycle advisory boards and committees. His contributions to Wenatchee Outdoors have previously guided cyclists from East Wenatchee and from the western areas into downtown Wenatchee. In... Read More...

Squilchuck-Wheeler Reservoir Loop

Guidebook
Squilchuck – Wheeler Reservoir Loop  Journey to Somewhere by Andy Dappen Over the past decade, Squilchuck State Park has emerged as a locally appreciated mountain biking center with many miles and styles of nested trails where cyclists can hone their... Read More...

Best Last-Minute Outdoor Gifts-2023

Gear
Best Last-Minute Outdoor Gifts – 2023  by Andy Dappen Is the clock still ticking on getting an outdoorsy family member or friend a Christmas present that will be highly valued?  If so, we can help with these last-minute suggestions that... Read More...

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