Wenatchee Outdoors

Ohme Gardens 90th Celebration Concert!
2019-06-14 18:30 - 20:00 UTC
Date and Time
Fri, June 14, 2019

6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Location

Ohme Gardens County Park
3327 Ohme Road
Wenatchee, WA 98801

Ohme Gardens is celebrating their 90th year with a rockin’ performance by the Seattle band The Dusty 45s. Taking place on June 14th, attendees will be able to listen to a soulful performance while enjoying the breathtaking views and gorgeous landscape of the nine-acre garden. Overlooking the Columbia River with tranquil pools and blooming flowers, there is no better place for an intimate and lively summer concert.
The Dusty 45s is a Seattle band full of energy and heart. Their two albums, “Live & On Fire” and “Fortunate Man” offer a unique style that is sure to captivate a crowd. Drawing off rock, rhythm & blues, jazz, and honkytonk as the inspiration for their Americana style and sound, The Dusty 45s are sure to bring a one-of-a-kind performance to Ohme Gardens.
This concert is even more special for Ohme Gardens. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit the Gardens and go towards their goal of raising $90,000 for their 90th year. The capital campaign will renovate the historic Ox Yoke Lodge and build a new, combined office and gift shop. RLS productions™ will be putting on this special evening.
Tickets can be purchased at www.ohme90.eventbrite.com
RLS Productions™ will also present several live music experiences as part of the Concerts in the Gardens series. (Tickets and info at: www.RLStickets.com)

Wenatchee Swinging Big Band (June 27)
Infinity Project, a Journey cover band (July 11)
Hysteria, a Def Leppard cover band (July 18)
Invisible Touch, a Phil Collins/Genesis cover band (July 25)
Blaze of Glory, a Bon Jovi cover band (August 1)

About Ohme Gardens:
Herman and Ruth Ohme slowly began developing their Gardens in 1929 with the intent of creating a private family retreat. Over the years, they transformed the rocky bluff into a nine-acre flourishing oasis, eventually opening up the Gardens to the public. Now owned and operated by Chelan County, it is the County’s goal to maintain, preserve and improve this regional treasure for generations to come.
Located near the junction of Highways 2 & 97A, just north of Wenatchee, the Gardens are open daily April 15 – October 15. A small admission fee goes towards the cost of maintaining the grounds. Parking is free and there is a small gift shop on site. Be sure to wear good walking shoes and be prepared to be amazed! For more information: www.ohmegardens.org.

Night Birding in Camas Meadows
2019-06-13 18:30 - 21:30
Night Birding in Camas Meadows
Thursday, June 13, 2019
Limit 12
Leader: Joe Veverka
Meet at 6:30 PM at the Bif Y Park-n-Ride at the junction of Hwy 2 and Hwy 97.
We will carpool to Camas Meadows where we will bird the roads around the meadows from 7-9pm, then sit and listen from 9-10pm with hopes of hearing nighthawks, poorwills, owls and snipe. To register, contact joe_veverka@yahoo.com
This event is hosted by the North Central Washington Audubon Society
For more information click here.

The Salmon Way, an Alaskan State of Mind
2019-06-12 18:30 - 20:30
WRI Red Barn Speaker Event, Wed. June 12, 2019, 7PM (doors open 6:30PM)
The Salmon Way, an Alaskan state of mind, award winning nature photographer and writer Amy Gulick
Wednesday, June 12th, join us in the Wenatchee River Institute’s Red Barn for The Salmon Way, an Alaskan state of mind, by Amy Gulick. Doors open at 6:30pm for community social and no-host refreshments, presentation begins at 7pm.
Alaskans have deeply personal relationships with salmon. These remarkable fish provide a fundamental source of food, livelihood, and identity, connecting generations and communities throughout the state. Yet while salmon are integral to the lives of many Alaskans, the habitat they need in which to thrive is increasingly at risk as communities and decision makers evaluate large-scale development proposals. Gulick reminds us that long before Alaska was an oil state, Alaska was a salmon state.
The Salmon Way celebrates and explores the relationships between people and salmon in Alaska. Through story and images, author Amy Gulick shows us that people from wildly different backgrounds all value a way of life that supports healthy, wild salmon populations.
While researching for her new book, Gulick spent time with individuals whose lives are inextricably linked with salmon: Commercial fishermen take her on as crew, Alaska Native families teach her the art of preserving fish and culture, and sport fishing guides show her where to cast her line –as well as her mind. Each experience expands our understanding of the “salmon way” in Alaska.
“Only one species views my images, so my photographs have to connect people with nature and help them see why it all matters,” writes Gulick.
Gulick is an award-winning nature photographer and writer, with images and stories featured in Audubon, Outdoor Photographer, National Wildlife,Sierra, and many other publications. Her work has received numerous honors including the prestigious Daniel Housberg Wilderness Image Award from the Alaska Conservation Foundation, the Voice of the Wild Award from the Alaska Wilderness League, and a Lowell Thomas Award from the Society of American Travel Writers Foundation. She is also the recipient of a Philip Hyde Grant for her work in Alaska’s Tongass National Forest, and a Mission Award, both presented by the North American Nature Photography Association. Her book, Salmon in the Trees: Life in Alaska’s Tongass Rain Forest, is the winner of two Nautilus Book Awards and an Independent Publisher Book Award.
Learn more about Gulick and Pacific salmon by visiting www.thesalmonway.org
357 Division Street in Leavenworth | (509)548-0181 | info@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org
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Hike Prep Program for Grades 5-8
2019-06-12 17:30 - 18:30, 2019-06-10 17:30 - 18:30, 2019-06-05 17:30 - 18:30, 2019-06-03 17:30 - 18:30, 2019-05-29 17:30 - 18:30, 2019-05-27 17:30 - 18:30, 2019-05-22 17:30 - 18:30
The Wenatchee YMCA Presents-Hike Prep Program for Grades 5-8
May 20-June 28, Mon/Weds 5:30-6:30 pm
Come join our specialty small group training program and get prepared for exploring our area trails! This program covers strength and cardiovascular endurance specific to hiking trails, equipment suggestions, a permit list, and a list of trails with varying levels of difficulty.
12 one hour sessions
Accountability, comradery and fun
Lead by a Certified Personal trainer
Group HIKE at the completion of the program
Member $60 // Community Member $90

Learn to Row Class
2019-06-12 05:30 - 07:30, 2019-06-08 09:00 - 11:00
Wenatchee Row and Paddle Club Presents-

Learn to Row Class
6 weeks from June 8th to July 17th, 2019
Meets twice weekly
Saturdays 9-11am and Wednesdays 5:30am-7:30am
$150 per person (no refunds)
For participants 18 and older, Men and Women
Limited to 10 total individuals. Early sign-up is strongly encouraged.
Register here.

Reducing Plastic Use & Waste
2019-06-10 19:00 - 20:00
Reducing Plastic Use and Waste with Jana Fischback, Executive Director of Sustainable Wenatchee
Come out to Wenatchee River Institute’s Red Barn Mon., Jun. 10th, 7pm to 8pm, and learn how we can reduce the use of plastic and contributing to plastic waste in our day-to-day lives. Fishback will empower us to make even the small changes that can translate into making big differences.
Sustainable Wenatchee helps to promote a culture of environmental stewardship in the Wenatchee Valley through education and inspiration. To achieve their mission, stories are shared of other community members making a difference, classes and workshops are made available, and motivation is offered so that practical changes can be made in daily lives.
This is the third of four classes in WRI’s sustainability series wherein topics have ranged from the hidden realities of recycling, zero-waste and sustainability, and DIY shampoo and deodorant –no harmful ingredients, no plastic containers!
Join us in the Red Barn on the 10th and become motivated to make a change, to make a difference, and to tread more lightly! Doors open at 6:30pm for community social and no-host refreshments. For more information, please contact Rachel at rbishop@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org or call (509)548-0181, x3.
Wenatcheeriverinstitute.org | sustainablewenatchee.org

Kids Mountain Bike Race at Echo Ridge!
2019-06-08 09:30 - 12:30
Join Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance and NW Epic Series Saturday, June 8 at Echo Ridge Ski Area just outside of Chelan. Kids, ages 3-12 years old, are encouraged to join the kid friendly race. Day of registration only, beginning at 9:30am. Races will follow at 10:30. There will be 4 race options for kids to choose from: balance bike course, short course (about 1 mile), long course (around 2 miles) and extra long (3+ miles). The cost is $10 per person. All race proceeds from the kid event will be donated to Evergreen Mountain Bike Education Program to help promote youth mountain biking. Come join the fun!
This kids race is in conjunction with the Echo Valley Race, an NW Epic Race Series event. Check out their website, nwepicseries.com, for more information regarding the Echo Valley Race. For questions regarding the kids race, please email education@cwevergreenmtb.org

Bike N Juice 2019!
2019-06-08 09:00 - 12:00
Date and Time

Sat, June 8, 2019
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Location

Ski Hill Lodge
10701 Ski Hill Drive
Leavenworth, WA 98826

Description

Tickets online soon!
Weyerhaeuser,Strode Construction and Tall Timber presents the 9th annual Bike n’ Juice festival on Saturday June 9 from 9AM-Noon. Join us for a morning of bike racing, obstacle courses for all ages, juice, cookies, lunch, raffles, face painting, bike decorating and more!! We have bike events for all kids up to age 12, including push bikes (no pedals), training wheels, and all levels of mountain bike courses. The races are followed by a BBQ lunch, so bring a chair or picnic blanket!
Schedule of Events:
9:00 AM
Registration / Check In
Face Painting & Bike Decorating Opens (FREE!)
Bike Maintenance tent Opens (FREE!)
9:30 AM
Meet at starting points for pre-ride of courses with advanced riders.
10:00 AM
Races start! Homefires Bakery cookies for all finishers!
*Sprocket’s Course (no age limit)
Parents on kid’s bikes (no age limit)
X-Short Course (up to age 7)
Short Course (up to age 8)
Medium Course (up to age 10)
Long Course (up to age 12)
*Push-bikes, training & little 2-wheeler
10:30 AM
BBQ Lunch with Salad & Chips from Mountain Springs, CMI Apples
Juice for all Racers! Register here.

Sole 2 Soul Storybook 5k
2019-06-08 08:30 - 10:30
Sole 2 Soul Storybook 5k will be family-friendly fun run/ walk. We encourage participants to come dressed as their favorite storybook character. This is a fundraiser for The King’s Garden preschool. There is also a free mini kids race prior to the 5k.
Location: Pybus Public Market
For more information click here.

Movie Night at Ohme Gardens!
2019-06-07 20:30 - 23:00
Come enjoy your favorite movies in the serenity of Ohme Garden!

Location

Ohme Gardens County Park
3327 Ohme Road
Wenatchee, WA 98801
Date and Time

Fri, June 7, 2019
8:30 PM – 11:00 PM

-2 and under FREE $3 per person
-Concessions Available
-20ft Inflatable Screen
-BYO Chairs or Borrow a chair from Us
Ever since he was a kid monster, Mike Wazowski (Billy Crystal) has dreamed of becoming a Scarer. To make his dream a reality, he enrolls at Monsters University. During his first semester, he meets Sulley (John Goodman), a natural-born Scarer. Sulley and Mike engage in a fierce rivalry that ultimately gets them both kicked out of MU’s elite Scare Program. To make things right, Mike and Sulley — along with a bunch of misfit monsters — will have to learn to work together.

Buy tickets here.

Shrub Steppe Rocks: First Fridays Art Walk
2019-06-07 17:00 - 19:00
Date: Friday June 7th
Time: 5pm-7pm
Location: 115 Orondo Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801
The Nature Conservancy invites you to our Wenatchee office to experience the unique environment and geology of the Moses Coulee through the eyes of 12 local Plein Air artists.
Roughly 36 works, completed in the shrub-steppe ecosystem of the Moses Coulee and McCartney Creek Preserve will be on display from artists such as Jan Cook Mack, Ron McGaughey, Steven Reddy, Donna Keyser and more.
Special guest, Brent Cunderla from the Ice Age Institute will be sharing is knowledge of the geologic formations we see in these works of art. Join us for light refreshment as we discuss the wonders of the Shrub Steppe.
For more information click here.

Foothills Wildfire Preparedness
2019-06-04 17:30 - 18:30
Location: Jacobson Trailhead
Hosted by the Chelan Douglas Land Trust
Come see how a little elbow grease can transform a piece of land from overgrown to beautifully wildfire-ready.
When we think about wildfire preparedness in our natural lands here in Chelan and Douglas Counties, we often think of our forests. But what does wildfire preparedness mean in the shrub-steppe habitat close to our lower-elevation communities? At Jacobson Preserve, the Land Trust has spent the last two years improving habitat and reducing wildfire risk by clearing overcrowded shrubs and planting fire-resilient native grasses and wildflowers.
Join Susan Ballinger, Conservation Fellow, and Al Murphy, WSU Chelan Master Gardener, for this short trailhead talk to explore the work that has been done at Jacobson and ways that local homeowners can use the same techniques to prepare their own shrub-steppe landscapes. Afterwards, attendees will be invited to stay for a Q&A or may take a self-guided walk at Jacobson.
RSVP online. Contact susan@cdlandtrust.org or call (509) 667-9708 for more information.

Number 2 Canyon S.A.S. Hike
2019-06-02 09:30 - 13:00
Description

WOMEN, GIRLS AND NON-BINARY FOLX ONLY! You can hike with us…
We host monthly hikes around Central WA between May – October. All hikes are (will be) posted on Eventbrite, FB, and SAS Event Calendar. If weather is poor or hike leads are not available, we will cancel hikes at least 24 hours in advance. Check Eventbrite / FB / SAS Event Calendar prior to hike to ensure it has not been cancelled.
SAS Hike Leads: Marisol and Ana
Date: Sunday, June 2, 2019
Time: 9:30 am
Trail Name: Number Two Canyon-Stairway to Heaven
Directions: Go south on Western Ave (in Wenatchee) until it veers right. Continue straight and shortly you will be on Number Two canyon road. Follow the paved road about 4 miles until it ends at a dirt road. The dirt road is steep and rocky. Carpooling is highly recommended. Parking is limited at the end of the paved road and at the trailhead.
Round-Trip Distance: 6 miles
Estimated Duration: 3.5 hours
Difficulty: Moderate-Challenging
What to Bring: Water, light snacks and proper trail shoes.
Other Helpful Info: Hiking poles optional, but not necessary. Weather can be cooler in upper elevations. Dress appropriately to keep warm.
While our hikes are open to all ages, please pay attention to the DIFFICULTY listed on each hike post to ensure it’s appropriate for you and/or those with you.
SAS waiver MUST be signed at trailhead to participate.
See you at the trailhead!

Grand Coulee Geology Tour
2019-06-01 08:00 - 17:00
Grand Coulee Geology Tour

June 1 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
$40 – $45

Brent Cunderla will take you on a tour of the Grand Coulee Ice Age Floods tour loop which begins in Soap Lake and continues north to Lake Lenore Caves, Dry Falls Interpretive Center, Sims Corner, Electric City, Banks Lake, Northrup Canyon, Coulee City, Summer Falls, and Ephrata.
Tour goers will meet at the Wenatchee Valley Museum to board a tour bus that will depart at 8 a.m. An overview of the catastrophic Ice Age Floods and Soap Lake’s unique waters will be given. Two stops in the lower Grand Coulee will include Lenore Caves and Dry Falls. A brief stop will be made to overview Dry Falls and the mouth of the upper Grand Coulee before driving up onto the Waterville Plateau. Crown Point will be the last stop before lunch. The afternoon tour will stop near Northrup Canyon and travel south through Coulee City to Summer Falls. The last stop will be at “Monster Rock”.
For more information click here.

Sleeping Lady Bird Walk
2019-06-01 08:00 - 09:30
May 1 and 18, June 1 and 15, 8:00 – 9:30 am – Sleeping Lady Bird Walk – Join retired wildlife biologist, nature journalist and artist, Heather Murphy for our free, informative walk; and earn your Sleeping Lady Birder patch. Over the past 31 years she has recorded 109 species of birds in the Sleeping Lady area, which is documented in the Citizen Science eBird program at Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Tour is free to the public. Meet at 8:00 am at the gazebo in the organic garden at Sleeping Lady. Don’t forget your binoculars! https://www.sleepinglady.com/event-calendar.php?page=may

Apple Century Bike Ride!
2019-06-01 07:00 - 17:00
The Apple Century Bike Ride is fully supported recreational ride with water/food stations and sag wagons. We will start in Wenatchee at Pybus Public Market, then follow along the scenic Wenatchee River as it winds through Monitor, Cashmere, Dryden and Peshastin until you reach Leavenworth. The 100-milers will continue on, to the Lake Wenatchee Fire Staton where they will turn around for the trip back to Pybus Public Market. Scenery includes high sage desert, lush orchards and vineyards, cool and clear river valleys, and tall ponderosa pine forests.
On-site registration and pre-registration ride packet pick-up will be available on Friday afternoon, May 31st at Cycle Central in Downtown Wenatchee, and Saturday, June 1st prior to the start at Pybus Public Market.
Pre-registered riders will recieve a commemorative pint glass from Wenatchee Valley Brewing Company featuring our ACBR logo, as well as have the opportunity to purchase a custom ride jersey. Online jersey sales have closed, however, you can still purchase jerseys on the day of the ride. Cost will be $75. Sizing will be unisex, and while we will have a limited quantity on hand for purchase and immediate pickup, any orders beyond that inventory will be shipped to the purchaser.
Proceeds from our ride help support our Challenge Scholarship Program, focusing on at-risk high school students. We challenge these students to finish and graduate high school with the incentive of a two-year scholarship to the college or trade school of their choosing. We also fund several local projects such as Rotary Park, our elementary school Passport Club, and Shelter Box program to name a few. www.wenatcheesunriserotary.org
Details:
Date: Saturday, June 1, 2019 7:00 AM
Location: Pybus Public Market
Address: 3 N. Worthen StreetCity:Wenatchee, WA
Fees: $75 ea. through 11:59 PM PST 5/26/19 & $80 ea. thereafter via localraces.com. $85 Day-of.
Online Reg. Closes: May 30, 2019 11:59 PM Pacific Time

Red Devil Trail Run
2019-06-01 06:30 - 13:30
Come join the iconic Red Devil Challenge Trail Runs — distances of 50K, 25K and 10K — on June 1 in the Wenatchee National Forest south of Cashmere. The three runs are held on well-maintained trails, with excellent course support from a cadre of volunteers and course marshals.
Proceeds benefit Chelan County Mountain Rescue.
Each Red Devil participant will receive an eco-friendly finishers shirt; discounts at a post-race party at Milepost 111 Brewing Co. in Cashmere; and other goodies.
A free shuttle service is available before and after the race between Milepost 111 in Cashmere and the Sandcreek Trailhead in the Wenatchee National Forest.
For more information click here.

A History of Salmon Decline in the Columbia River
2019-05-29 18:30 - 20:30
WRI Red Barn Speaker Event, May 29, 2019, 7PM (doors open 6:30PM)
Red Barn speaker event, A History of Salmon Decline in the Columbia River with Jason Lundgren
On Wed., May 29thin the Wenatchee River Institute’s Red Barn, Cascade Columbia Fisheries Enhancement Group’s (CCFEG) Executive Director Jason Lundgren, will present A History of Salmon Decline in the Columbia River. Doors will open at 6:30pm for community social and no-host refreshments, with the presentation beginning at 7pm.
Human activities, including salmon canneries operating along the Columbia during the last half of the 1800’s and the construction of large dams during the 1900’s, as well as environmental factors such as climate change, have all contributed to the massive decline in salmon populations.
Lundgren’s presentation will include a slideshow and offer ideas for how salmon in the Columbia River can be protected, how to mitigate the fish’s population loss and how healthy populations can be restored.
A graduate of the Evergreen State College in Olympia, Jason has been involved in fisheries and natural resources for many years. An avid angler, Jason previously worked for the South Puget Sound Salmon Enhancement Group, CCFEG’s counterpart in Olympia, before moving on to a role with the Salmon Recovery Funding Board. As the Executive Director of CCFEG, Jason is very excited to be involved in salmon recovery in such a vibrant area. He is also on the board of directors for Trout Unlimited. Lundgren lives in Leavenworth with his wife, three children and George, the family dog.
This Red Barn Event speaker event is co-sponsored by Wenatchee River Institute, Trout Unlimited, and CCFEG.
Wenatchee River Institute, 347 Division St. in Leavenworth | (509)548-0181 www.wenatcheeriverinstitute.org

RRG-Geezer Gathering!
2019-05-28 06:30 - 11:00
Tuesday 6:30am-11am
$12 day pass with gear included (Harness & Shoes).
A great way to meet new climbing partners!

Spring Saunters
2019-05-24 10:00 - 12:00
Spring Saunters

Friday, May 24, 2019
10:00 am 12:00 pm

Waterfront Park Trail

Join area naturalists from the Wenatchee River Institute for a FREE guided spring tour along the Waterfront Park Trail in Leavenworth. Learn about local and migratory birds, flowers, cultural history and more.
Meet at 347 Division St. 10AM. Drop-Ins Welcome
Reservations appreciated and required for groups of 8+

Contact Info
Rachel Bishop
rbishop@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org
509-548-0181 x5

Leavenworth Rockfest!
2019-05-24 - 2019-05-26
May 24 at 5 PM – May 26 at 8 PM
The Leavenworth Mountain Association (LMA) would like to personally invite you to the 20th annual Leavenworth Rockfest. With daytime clinics, gear demos, and competitions and an evening raffle, speaker, and other entertainment, our goal is to bring our community together and raise money to clean up Icicle Canyon. This grassroots climbing festival is our largest fundraiser of the year. If you care about this place as much as we do, come celebrate the beginning of the climbing season with us.

Thirsty Thursday Squilchuck Ride & BBQ
2019-05-23 18:30 - 20:30
Join us on Thursday, May 23rd for a special Thirsty Thursday at Squilchuck State Park. We’ll meet at 6:30 pm in the parking lot – be sure to bring your Discover Pass.
We’ll have two groups – 1st group will do 2 laps, 2nd group will do 1 lap. Be sure to bring a helmet, bike, hydration and an appetite.
After the ride we’ll meet in the parking lot for brats, beers and sodas. Kids are welcome! Please RSVP to this event or by calling the shop at 509-663-7401 so we know how much grub to bring with us. Let’s ride, chill and grill!
This event is hosted by Arlberg Sports. For more information click here.

Sage Hills S.A.S. Mnt. Bike Ride
2019-05-23 18:00 - 20:00
Description

WOMEN, GIRLS AND NON-BINARY FOLX ONLY! You can ride with us…
We host free weekly MTB rides around Central WA between May – October. All rides are (will be) posted on Eventbrite, FB, and SAS Event Calendar. If weather is poor or ride leads are not available, we will cancel rides at least 24 hours in advance. Check Eventbrite / FB / SAS Event Calendar prior to ride to ensure it has not been cancelled.
Date: Thursday, May 23rd
Time: 6:00pm
Trail Name: Homestead to Glacier View loop
Directions: Meet at the Horse Lake Trailhead Sage Hills
Round-Trip Distance: 4.5 miles
Estimated Duration: 2 hours
Difficulty: Intermediate
What to Bring: Working/maintained mountain bike, helmet, gloves, proper bike shoes, water and snacks
Other Helpful Info: Leave with enough time to drive up the hill to parking, can be windy at the top, no drop ride
While our rides are open to all ages, please pay attention to the DIFFICULTY listed on each ride post to ensure it’s appropriate for you and/or those with you.
SAS waiver MUST be signed at trailhead to participate. Helmet and working / maintained bike are required for rides.
See you at the trailhead!
