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  • Mission Peak Area Plant Walk

    Who: Washington Native Plant Society Leaders: Tracy Maynard Difficulty: Moderate, 6 miles with 1,400 ft of elevation gain Limit: 10 The primary goal of this hike is to see Anemone patens, prairie-crocus, but there are many other plants to be seen as well. Although common throughout the Rockies and western Canada, A. patens in the Wenatchee Mountains is disjunct and is the only population in Washington. For over forty years it had not been seen but has recently been “rediscovered” […]

  • Becoming A Better Photographer 4-Part Series

    Foothills Middle School 1410 Maple St, Wenatchee, United States

    This is a WenOut MEMBER ONLY 4-part Educational Series. Become a member now. Looking to level up your photography game?? We have an opportunity waiting for you to join a professional photographer and WenOut board member Thom Schroeder for a fun, hands-on series all about capturing the beauty of the outdoors. Location: Foothills Middle School Details: Photography is a lifelong journey, and the great news is that anyone can improve their craft. In this four-part series, we’ll explore the development […]

    Free
  • Tronsen Ridge

    Who: Washington Native Plant Society Leader: Ted Alway Difficulty Level: Easy/Moderate; 3.5 miles with net elevation gain of 500’ Limit: 10 This walk showcases the great diversity of species found here, with many in flower that time of year.  Expect to find over one hundred species, including many wild buckwheats, penstemons, phlox, paintbrushes, bitterroot and more.  In addition, the views and geology on display are spectacular! Participants will meet at the Peshastin Park-n-Ride to carpool to the trailhead near Haney Meadows, […]

  • Birding by the River

    Birding by the River

    Go birding with staff from the Wenatchee River Institute at our campus by the Wenatchee River! All birding skill levels are welcome. Need binoculars? We have loaner binoculars that you can borrow. We will enjoy birding this spring in Wenatchee on the second Thursday and in Leavenworth on the last Thursday of April, May, and June. Trail difficulty level: beginner Trail is wide enough for ADA access, but trails are gravel Bathrooms available at the start and end of the […]

  • WRI Paint and Stroll

    WRI Paint and Stroll

    Most Thursdays and Fridays at Village Art in the Park Meet at the gazebo at 1:30pm. Paint and Stroll will last ~1hour Free! Donations are appreciated Get inspired by the amazing artists at the outdoor market, then join us for a short walk down to the river and take some creative time for yourself. Join the Wenatchee River Institute for this free program suitable for children and adults! What's provided? -Guided nature walk to the Wenatchee River, 0.3 miles from […]

  • Step Into Nature

    Step Into Nature

    Do you want to take your family hiking or camping but feel unsure where to start, or wonder whether your family is even ready for outdoor adventures? Join friendly local experts from the Wenatchee River Institute & Wenatchee Outdoors for a low-pressure, fun-filled workshop series designed to help you explore the beauty of the Wenatchee area. Each indoor session will offer hands-on activities, games for kids, and tips for adults. Bring the whole family to one or all of the […]

    Free
  • WRI Paint and Stroll

    WRI Paint and Stroll

    Most Thursdays and Fridays at Village Art in the Park Meet at the gazebo at 1:30pm. Paint and Stroll will last ~1hour Free! Donations are appreciated Get inspired by the amazing artists at the outdoor market, then join us for a short walk down to the river and take some creative time for yourself. Join the Wenatchee River Institute for this free program suitable for children and adults! What's provided? -Guided nature walk to the Wenatchee River, 0.3 miles from […]

  • De Roux Creek Trail (North Fork Teanaway River)

    Who: Washington Native Plant Society Leaders: Don and Ann Schaechtel Difficulty: Moderate, 6 miles with 1,400 ft of elevation gain Limit: 8 The De Roux Creek trail starts in open forest, soon passes a beautiful meadow, then follows De Roux Creek before climbing to reach an upper meadow.  There is a lot to see on this trail--the plant list names over 200 species List.  Highlights include elephants head, cliff penstemon, and Columbia lewisia.  We will go midweek to avoid  the crowds.  Sign […]

  • Step Into Nature

    Step Into Nature

    Do you want to take your family hiking or camping but feel unsure where to start, or wonder whether your family is even ready for outdoor adventures? Join friendly local experts from the Wenatchee River Institute & Wenatchee Outdoors for a low-pressure, fun-filled workshop series designed to help you explore the beauty of the Wenatchee area. Each indoor session will offer hands-on activities, games for kids, and tips for adults. Bring the whole family to one or all of the […]

    Free
  • WRI Wenatchee Bird Walk

    WRI Wenatchee Bird Walk

    Go birding with staff from the Wenatchee River Institute by the Columbia River! All birding skill levels are welcome. Need binoculars? We have loaner binoculars that you can borrow. We will enjoy birding this spring in Wenatchee on the second Thursday and in Leavenworth on the last Thursday of April, May, and June. Trail difficulty level: beginner. Walk will be on paved and grassy level pathways. We will travel up to 1 mile round trip at an easy-going pace with […]

  • WRI Paint and Stroll

    WRI Paint and Stroll

    Most Thursdays and Fridays at Village Art in the Park Meet at the gazebo at 1:30pm. Paint and Stroll will last ~1hour Free! Donations are appreciated Get inspired by the amazing artists at the outdoor market, then join us for a short walk down to the river and take some creative time for yourself. Join the Wenatchee River Institute for this free program suitable for children and adults! What's provided? -Guided nature walk to the Wenatchee River, 0.3 miles from […]

  • WRI Paint and Stroll

    WRI Paint and Stroll

    Most Thursdays and Fridays at Village Art in the Park Meet at the gazebo at 1:30pm. Paint and Stroll will last ~1hour Free! Donations are appreciated Get inspired by the amazing artists at the outdoor market, then join us for a short walk down to the river and take some creative time for yourself. Join the Wenatchee River Institute for this free program suitable for children and adults! What's provided? -Guided nature walk to the Wenatchee River, 0.3 miles from […]

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