Wenatchee Outdoors

Mission Ridge Shred-it Sisters Meet-up
2026-02-08 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
What to expect
Mission Ridge has partnered with SheJumps and Shred-it Sisters to bring you another opportunity to create your mountain community.
Shred-it Sisters’s goal is to build connections and create space where you can bond over pow and share adventures. We are excited to welcome Shred-it Sisters to the mountain for monthly member-led mountain meetups. Based out of the PNW, Shred-it Sisters is a group for ALL women looking to get outside and enjoy the slopes.
Come on out to shred snow with us and Shred-it Sisters, and make some new mountain friends throughout the day! The group will hit the chair lift 30 minutes after the meet-up time, so please check in by 8:30am and be ready with equipment on by 9am. Please note these meet-ups are hosted by our friends at Shred-it Sisters, and they are not guided or teaching days.
Registration coming soon!
Click Here for more information.

Women’s Escape at Mission Ridge
2026-02-10 10:00 - 12:00
Women’s Escape is your gateway to a better ski day.
Working in small groups with our best women coaches, you’ll build skills, confidence, and flow while having a blast doing it. You could come up early for a coffee and then meet us at Ka Wham Café. We’ll take it to the snow from 10:00 am–12:00 pm, leaving you plenty of time for afternoon laps with friends new and old.
Choose the day you’d like to join. We encourage you to come multiple Tuesdays throughout the season to keep progressing and keep the stoke rolling.
After your 5th lesson, your next one is FREE. Bonus: Participation in our Friday Carve Club also counts toward your five.
Lift Access
Lift access not included. If you do not have a Season Pass, please purchase the Women’s Escape All Mountain Access Day Pass ($45) for the day of your session.
What to Bring / Know Before You Go

Please arrive a little early to get settled and ready to head out on time.
Dress for mountain conditions, bring water, and consider a snack for after your session.
Helmets are strongly recommended.

Find more information on Mission Ridge Events Page.

CDLT Do Good, Drink Beer
2026-02-11 10:00 - 21:00
Come out and drink a pint while supporting your community!
All day long, The Taproom will donate $1 for every pint and $2 for every “Pint to go” (glassware included, availability limited) to Chelan-Douglas Land Trust.
Stop by, enjoy a pint and support a great cause!
Learn more here: Do Good Drink Beer | Taproom By Hellbent Brewing Company
Accessibility:

Pybus Public Market is ADA accessible, including restrooms.
There will be chairs to sit at.

The Land Trust is working to make all of our events as accessible as possible. Please let us know at least 1 week in advance if there is anything we can do or provide to support you in participating in this outing to the fullest, and we will do our best to accommodate.
Questions? Contact Ayla Medina Ulloa, Community Inclusion Coordinator, at ayla@cdlandtrust.org or (509)667-9708.
Click here for event link.

Entiat Watershed Meeting
2026-02-11 16:00 - 18:45
Wednesday, Feb 11th, from 4:00-6:45pm we have our next Entiat Watershed meeting. We have an interesting lineup of watershed topics and speakers. We will have pizza and soft drinks break in the middle of the meeting. I’ve attached the meeting agenda as well as the notes from our last meeting. Our topics will include:

Forest health and roads, USFS
Stage 8 Restoration Project Example from the Lower Columbia, LCFEG
Spring Chinook & Steelhead Status, WDFW
Beaver dam analog benefits to amphibians and bats, WSU

Please mark your calendars for the remaining meetings of the year, May 13th, August 12th, November 18th.
Entiat Project Field tours: Tuesday, May 12, 2026. As always, please feel free to send me the topics and speakers you’d like to have for upcoming meetings.
For questions email MarkI@cascadiacd.org

PVST TOUR de PLAIN 2026
2026-02-13 - 2026-02-16
Plain Valley Ski Trails Presents TOUR de PLAIN 2026
The Tour de Plain is our annual, family-friendly race series that brings community together for a fun race series including 4 rave events. Each event welcomes skiers of all ages and abilities to Tour the Plain Valley Ski Trails Nordic Team’s barrier-free ski education program. Join us on the snow!
For more information and to register click here.
Register for Race #1 (Jan. 16-19)
Register for Race #2 (Jan. 30 – Feb. 2)
Register for Race #3 (Feb. 13-16)
Register for Race #4* (Feb. 22) *A Master’s event has been added to the Washington Nordic Cup

WRI Talk Trash With Us: Riverfront Cleanup!
2026-02-13 09:00 - 11:00
Date: Friday, February 13, 2026
Time: 9:00 am-11:00 am

Location: Wenatchee River Institute, 347 Division St, Leavenworth, WA 98826

That December storm gave it its best shot, and while the snow is staying away, we aren’t! We’re pivoting our plans to give our campus and riverfront the deep clean they need.
Note: We are partnering with the Cascadia Prescribed Burn Association to reschedule our wood chipping work for a later date. In the meantime, we’re focusing all our energy on reclaiming the waterfront from the debris left behind by the rising river.
Change your Friday the 13th karma to “gold” by helping us clear out the litter and drift-waste that the river moved through our beautiful trails. Come hang out, get your hands a little dirty, and help us restore the campus!
We provide the gloves and trash grabbers; you provide the muscle (and the banter). Let’s show this riverfront some love!
Before You Head Over:
To make check-in a breeze, please RSVP and fill out our volunteer waiver at the link below before you arrive. It’s quick, easy, and gets you to the fun parts faster!
Click here for more information and to RSVP

CONTACT INFO
Brandon Hughes
bhughes@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org
509-548-0181 ext. 6

WRI Winter Wander at the Hatchery
2026-02-13 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-14 13:00 - 15:00
Begin the year with new discoveries! Starting from the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery, join Wenatchee River Institute naturalist guides on a one-mile 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 a trail, come along and enjoy this fun outdoor winter program! Bring your enthusiasm for the wonders of winter and nature, and make sure to dress in warm layers.
Provided – Gaiters and poles (snowshoes if weather/snowpack permits).
Limit of 12 participants per group – Registration required for everyone in the party.
Difficulty level – Beginner level, all skill levels are welcome. Not ADA accessible due to non-plowed trails.
Meeting location – Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery visitor center.

Cost – Pay What You Can:
We offer the Pay What You Can model in recognition that paying for education programs looks different for different people.
These prices are based on the costs to WRI to put on this program. If you want to attend this program, we want you to be there. Use the below discount codes to adjust the total cost of tickets. If these costs are not realistic for you but you are still excited to attend, please fill out our Financial Access Form.
$25/person
This option may be for you if you are excited to attend this program and are able to pay the market rate so WRI can offer future programming at affordable rates, including our free events.
$20/person (use code 20percent)
This option may be for you if you are excited to support WRI, and attending this program doesn’t put a strain on your weekly budget. This covers the break-even cost for WRI to put on this particular program.
$15/person (use code 40percent)
This option may be for you if your budget is tight, but you still really want to attend this program and support WRI.
$10/children 5-12 years old (20% and 40% discount codes will also apply to child tickets, making them $8 or $6).
This option is for any children you may be strolling with. There are 4 tickets per group for children. If you are interested in a date when the child tickets are sold out but there are still adult tickets, please give us a call and we can check if there is extra space!
Free/children 5 and under
Only 2 spaces available per stroll. Please note there are no snowshoes available for most children of this size.
Click here for WRI Calendar, more information and to Register.

CONTACT INFO
Fern Lopez Cruz
flopezcruz@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org

509-548-0181, ext. 5

Mission Ridge Valentine's Dinner
2026-02-14 17:00 - 20:00
Valentine’s Dinner
Where: Midway Lodge
Time: 5:00 pm-8:00 pm
Join us for a romantic winter evening on The Ridge. Valentine’s Dinner at Mission Ridge is a one-of-a-kind experience that combines stunning mountain views, cozy ambiance, and an unforgettable dinner shared with that special someone.
What to Expect

The evening begins with a scenic guided snowshoe walk up to the Midway Lodge
A warm, inviting atmosphere complete with soft lighting, beautiful décor, and fresh mountain air
A curated, multi-course dinner
Live acoustic guitar to set the mood
Wine tasting – you can also add a bottle of wine at check-out and choose your favorite to take home!
Toast to love with delicious drinks
Views that set the mood: snow-capped peaks, candlelight, and the crisp night sky

Tickets & Reservations
Seating is limited to maintain the intimate feel of the evening. Make sure to reserve your spot in advance. Tickets go on sale January 14th. Don’t wait! We only accept 40 reservations.
Menu
Enjoy tasty appetizers when you arrive to Midway, then dive into your delicious multi-course meal.
Starter:
Fresh romaine layered with creamy avocado, roasted corn, red onion, and vine-ripened tomatoes, lightly tossed in a zesty chimichurri vinaigrette and topped with cotija cheese. Accompanied by warm tortilla chips.
Entree:
Chile-Braised Short Ribs: Slow-braised short ribs infused with smoked chilies and aromatic spices, resting on a citrus-bright lime and cilantro polenta cake. Topped with a deep, savory chipotle–ancho sauce with roasted poblanos and fire-roasted tomatoes.
OR
Oven-Roasted Salmon: Tender oven-roasted salmon served alongside a classic ratatouille of seasonal vegetables, finished with a silky vodka cream sauce.
Dessert:
Chocolate Bundt Cake: Rich, moist chocolate bundt cake finished with a bright raspberry sauce.
Price
$110 per person; this includes a delicious multi-course meal, wine tasting, liquor samples, and 2 drinks with dinner. During check-out, you can also add a bottle of wine with dinner!
Suggested Gear

Boots that fit well and offer adequate ankle support
Goggles
Gloves
Headlamp
Proper outdoor clothing
Snowshoes are available to rent for $35. If you have a ticket to ski or ride, you can take Chair 1 up, but you must ski back down. You’ll miss the ice bar though!

Click Here for more information.
