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Snowshoe Stroll at the Hatchery

Snowshoe Stroll at the Hatchery

Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery Presents Begin the year with new discoveries! Starting from the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery, join Wenatchee River Institute naturalist guides on a one-mile snowshoe trail along beautiful Icicle Creek. We will learn about native wildlife and ecology along the way. What signs do we see along the trail that tell us what animals were there? How do the plants and animals survive winter? Even if this is your first time on snowshoes, come along and enjoy […]

WRI Astro on the River

Wenatchee River Institute 347 Division St, Leavenworth, WA, United States

About Join WVAC members at Wenatchee Rover Institute near the Red Barn in Leavenworth. The WVAC team will talk about the different types of telescopes and how they work. We will have multiple telescopes out showing some of the seasons' best and brightest celestial objects, connecting you to your natural heritage, the night sky. Bring your deepest cosmological questions! This program is almost entirely telescope based. This program may be held in the red barn if weather is inclement. Should […]

Earth Day Fair Fun Run

Sign up ($10.00) Join us for a 5 km or 1 mile Fun Run to celebrate Earth Day. Race starts at 9:30am near the Smith Gym, along 5th Street on the campus of Wenatchee Valley College (WVC). 1 mile is 1 lap and 5 km is 3 laps. There is preregistration here, and day of registration and bib pick up starts at 8:30am. If you are a WVC student, you receive FREE registration and you need to register on the […]

International Dark Sky Week

This week is International Dark Sky Week. While this is not an event be sure to observe the week by enjoying the night sky. Remember to look up! You can learn more at: https://idsw.darksky.org/

Hatchery Star Party

Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery(12790 Fish Hatchery Rd)

This is WVAC's flagship event. This event is for the whole community; members and non-members; those just curious and advanced amateurs. No registration is required, come on out and show up. Have a telescope but don't know how to use it? or want some pointers? this is an opportunity to get to know your telescope. No telescope? No problem! Astronomy is for sharing. Members will have red lanterns below their telescope. Come on up and see what we are looking […]

Wildflower Walk on Ski Hill – WRI Bird Fest

Leader:  Don Schaechtel, Connie McCauley, Nancy Dunn Trip Difficulty: Easy Limit: 24 Spend an afternoon walking the trails at the historic Leavenworth Ski Hill. You will discover an amazing diversity of wildflowers and flowering shrubs, with the possibility of a visit by a white-headed woodpecker. We will see camas, lupines, tiger lilies, false Solomon's seal, Mariposa lilies, and many others. If that is not enough, you will learn how to tell the difference between arrowleaf balsamroot and mule's ears. Handouts […]

Hatchery Star party

Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery(12790 Fish Hatchery Rd)

This is WVAC's flagship event. This event is for the whole community; members and non-members; those just curious and advanced amateurs. No registration is required, come on out and show up.Have a telescope but don't know how to use it? or want some pointers? this is an opportunity to get to know your telescope.No telescope? No problem! Astronomy is for sharing. Members will have red lanterns below their telescope. Come on up and see what we are looking at. Every member will […]

Lake astro program

Lake Wenatchee State Park 201 Washington St, Cashmere, WA, United States

About the Program Grab a blanket or a chair and lay out under the stars on the beach of Lake Wenatchee South Park where WVAC members will answer your deepest cosmic questions, dive into the depths of the cosmos, explore our small harmonious Solar System, and massive chaotic celestial objects. Every program is different in this series and is catered to the curious and imaginative. So, bring your deepest cosmic questions and let’s blast off into space! This program is subject […]

Lake Astro Program

Lake Wenatchee State Park 201 Washington St, Cashmere, WA, United States

About the ProgramGrab a blanket or a chair and lay out under the stars on the beach of Lake Wenatchee South Park where WVAC members will answer your deepest cosmic questions, dive into the depths of the cosmos, explore our small harmonious Solar System, and massive chaotic celestial objects.Every program is different in this series and is catered to the curious and imaginative. So, bring your deepest cosmic questions and let’s blast off into space!This program is subject to cancellation or […]

Hatchery Star party

Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery(12790 Fish Hatchery Rd)

This is WVAC's flagship event. This event is for the whole community; members and non-members; those just curious and advanced amateurs. No registration is required, come on out and show up.Have a telescope but don't know how to use it? or want some pointers? this is an opportunity to get to know your telescope.No telescope? No problem! Astronomy is for sharing. Members will have red lanterns below their telescope. Come on up and see what we are looking at. Every member will […]

Lake Astro Program

Lake Wenatchee State Park 201 Washington St, Cashmere, WA, United States

About the ProgramGrab a blanket or a chair and lay out under the stars on the beach of Lake Wenatchee South Park where WVAC members will answer your deepest cosmic questions, dive into the depths of the cosmos, explore our small harmonious Solar System, and massive chaotic celestial objects.Every program is different in this series and is catered to the curious and imaginative. So, bring your deepest cosmic questions and let’s blast off into space!This program is subject to cancellation or […]

Backpacking Class- Outdoor for All Ages

  Join our all-ages backpacking class! Discover the essentials for a safe and enjoyable adventure: learn about gear, Leave No Trace principles, trail etiquette, top destinations, and everything else you need to hit the trail with confidence. We’ll also guide you through workouts tailored to every fitness level, so you’re fully prepared for your next hike. We can’t wait to help you build the skills and confidence to explore the outdoors! Location: Leavenworth Ski Hill, 10701 Ski Hill Dr, Leavenworth, […]

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