Wenatchee Outdoors

Women’s Escape at Mission Ridge
2026-03-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-03 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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.

Mission Ridge Tour de Blues
2026-03-15 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-14 09:00 - 16:00
Tour de Blues
Embark on a weekend adventure with the Tour de Blues, presented by PEPSI! This family-friendly event invites skiers and snowboarders of ages 17 and under to explore every blue square run at Mission Ridge.
How It Works:

Pick Up Your Punch Card: Begin at the Guest Services desk inside the Hampton Lodge to receive your Tour de Blues punch card.
Hit the Slopes: Ski or snowboard as many blue runs as you can from 9:30 AM on Saturday until 2:00 PM on Sunday.
Submit Your Card: Turn in your completed punch card to the Guest Services desk in the lower level of the Hampton Lodge by 2:00 PM on Sunday.
Prize Drawing: Attend the prize drawing at 3:00 PM on Sunday in the Ka Wham Cafe, where we’ll randomly select winners for exciting prizes.

Gather your friends and family for a weekend of fun, exploration, and the chance to win prizes. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or new to the slopes, the Tour de Blues offers a unique way to experience all that Mission Ridge has to offer.
Full schedule with more details Click Here!

WRI Wildlife Tracking: Searching for Nature's Stories
2026-03-15 09:00 - 15:00
Join local tracker Kirk Beckendorf and WRI Community Programs Educator Virginia Shoup for a beginner and family-friendly introduction to wildlife tracking!
Join generations of trackers who have learned to tell the stories of our animal neighbors by studying the signs they leave behind. Even when we don’t see the critters that move through the landscape, their tracks, scat, scratch marks, and more can tell us what they’re doing. Throughout the day we will learn about tracks, gait, and other wildlife signs as we journey through the local area to see what stories wildlife signs can tell us. Our day will be mostly spent outside, with a couple of lessons inside. We will walk around the Wenatchee River Institute campus as well as travel to a couple of other local spots. Depending on group size, there will be the option to ride in the WRI van or carpool to other locations. Locations will be determined closer to the event to allow for the best opportunities, but will be within a 30 minute drive.
Ages: Second grade and up. Adults without kids welcome too!
Children 15 and younger must be accompanied by a participating adult. Please note that we welcome children and recognize that you know your child best. We will spend much of the day outside moving at a slow pace. Children should be able to stay with the group and be comfortable outside in variable weather, as well as be respectful of instructors and learning time.
Registration for this event is required. Limit 20 participants.
Cost is Pay What You Can
$60/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.
$45/person
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.
$30/person
This option may be for you if your budget is tight, but you still really want to attend this program and support WRI.
Click here for more information and to Register.

CONTACT INFO
Virginia Shoup
vshoup@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org
509-548-0181, x5

Cascadia Conservation District Conservation Fair
2026-03-14 10:00 - 14:00
Join Cascadia Conservation District for a Free Conservation Fair at the LocalTel Center at Pybus, Saturday March 14 from 10:00-2:00.
For more information click here.

WRI Family Bird Walk
2026-03-14 10:00 - 12:00
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.
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 frequent stops. Bathrooms available at the start and end of the walk
Meet at Walla Walla Point Park Playground. Parking available at the North parking lot near the bathrooms.
This is a FREE event and no registration is needed.
Click here for Event Link

Carve Club at Mission Ridge
2026-03-13 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-06 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-27 09:30 - 12:00
Mission Ridge hosts, Friday Carve Club, where strong all-mountain skiers go to hone their craft.
In these sessions, we break down and break out the mechanics of high-performance skiing with our best, most qualified coaches at Mission Ridge. We’re here to amplify the conditions of your day both off-piste and on!
We start from the feet and work up with the goal of building efficient, effective expert performance skiing.
Choose the day you’d like to join. We encourage you to come multiple Fridays throughout the season to keep dialing things in and get even more reps.
After your 5th lesson, your next one is FREE.
Lift Access
Lift access not included. If you do not have a Season Pass, please purchase the Carve Club All Mountain Lesson Day Ticket ($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.

Click Here for more Mission Ridge Events information and to register.

Fly Fishing Film Tour
2026-03-12 17:00 - 20:00
Join Cascade Fisheries March 12 at the Numerica Performing Arts Center, Wenatchee, WA for the 2026 Fly Fishing Film Tour.
Doors open at 5:00pm
Show starts at 6:00pm
Tickets are $15
Experience the best fly fishing films from around the world. Adventure, conservation, and unforgettable stories for the water. Raffle and Giveaways will be available and all raffle proceeds benefit Cascade Fisheries.
Presented by Wenatchee Fly Co. & Guide Service.
Click here for event link

Wenatchee Run Club
2026-03-11 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-04 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Pybus, 3 N Worthen St, Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
This event is hosted by the Wenatchee Run Club

Event Summary: Wednesday night weekly

Description: Come join us from 5-7 pm at the Taproom by Hellbent at Pybus for check in. We will have a 5k group start run at 5:30pm or you can run on your own.
Stay and hang out! Hellbent will be offering 10% off after the run for all participants.
Location: The Taproom at Pybus
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556162716960

PVAW Snowshoe Community Group
2026-03-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-04 10:00 - 12:00
2026 Plain Valley Adventure Women’s Snowshoe Community Group
10AM-12PM, Wednesdays

January 7th through March 11th 2026
PVAW Mission Statement
Plain Valley Adventure Women (PVAW) seek to bring women together to explore, connect, improve their outdoor skills and enjoy the diverse activities our community offers, in a fun and supportive environment. All the net proceeds of PVAW programs support the Plain Valley Nordic Team (PVNT) Ski Education Program.
PVAW Snowshoe Community Group is led by volunteers. They donate their time to create a fun and inclusive outdoor experience for local women.
This 10-week program offers fun snowshoe hikes while exploring our beautiful surrounding area, encouraging physical activity, and nurturing relationships with local women. These snowshoe hikes are rated easy to moderate with a pace that allows all ages and abilities to participate.
Please register here and you will receive a weekly email that contains the location for that weeks snowshoe and any other specifics you need to know before the event.
There is no registration fee for this program, but a donation would be greatly appreciated! All PVAW net proceeds go directly to support Plain Valley’s Youth Ski Education Programs! Plain Valley Ski Trails is a 501c3, nonprofit public charity.
Questions?

Contact PVAW@SkiPlain.com

WRI Science on Tap: Weather Whiplash
2026-03-10 19:00 - 20:00
This event is hosted at Ground Control in Wenatchee. No registration required, but RSVP to receive email reminders and updates about this event!
Come join Wenatchee River Institute for Science On Tap! This casual, free event is a great opportunity to gather, socialize, and learn about an exciting science topic from a member of our community. No prior science knowledge necessary! Speakers will give a talk on their latest research or a science topic they are passionate about, with some time afterwards for discussion or Q&A. Presentations start at 7pm – arrive early to grab a drink and get a seat!
Presentation: Weather Whiplash – Decoding Chelan County’s Wild Weather
Description:
Chelan County went from drought to wildfire to flooding in 2025, seeing extreme variations in temperature, wind, and precipitation that managed to surprise even seasoned meteorologists with its wild weather. This talk explains why our region is prone to weather whiplash, what atmospheric patterns drive our extreme swings, and what it means for anyone trying to plan anything outdoors here.
Presenter:
Brock Burghardt (he/him) is a PhD meteorologist and Certified Consulting Meteorologist who’s spent his career decoding mountain weather patterns and helping communities understand the atmospheric chaos that comes with living in places like Chelan County.
Ground Control offers a small discount for folks who bring their own reusable cup for on tap orders. Outside food is also welcome, as Ground Control does not sell food or snacks.
Click here for more information and to RSVP

CONTACT INFO
Virginia Shoup
vshoup@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org
509-548-0181, ext 5

Mission Ridge Rails & Ales
2026-03-07 12:00 - 22:00
Rails & Ales
Experience one of the Wenatchee Valley’s most iconic events, Rails & Ales! This highly legendary winter festival brings together skiers, snowboarders, and mountain fans for an evening of stoke, style, and good brews, right in the heart of downtown Wenatchee. Centered around a rail jam and beer garden, Rails & Ales features some of the best skiers and snowboarders from across the country competing for a spot on the podium.
Before the main action gets underway, check out our on-snow experience: beginner skiing & snowboarding lessons right here in town! There will also be plenty of hot food and beverages from an array of vendors, along with live music.
Where
1 Orondo Ave, Wenatchee WA 98801
What to Expect

A custom rail setup right in downtown Wenatchee
Local riders throwing down their best tricks for prizes and bragging rights
On snow experience: introductory snowshoeing, skiing and snowboarding lessons
A lively beer garden featuring regional breweries
Music, food, and all the mountain vibes brought down to the heart of Wenatchee

Grab your crew, raise a glass, and get ready for Rails & Ales, where winter stoke is brought to the valley by the truckload.
Full schedule with more details can be found HERE.

CDLT Member Event: White River Snowshoe Tour
2026-03-07 08:00 - 15:00
Join Chelan-Douglas Land Trust for a Snowshoe tour of the White River led by Elisa Lopez and Ayla Medina Ulloa. The trip leader will discuss the importance of this special area to forests, birds, mammals, salmon, and water resources.
Stops on the tour will highlight conifer diversity, animal tracks, conservation projects, and the historical use of the land. We’ll have a chance to warm up at Tall Timber Ranch Lodge halfway through the day.
Snowshoers should be able to walk over difficult terrain on snowshoes for 3 hours in winter weather. Snowshoes will be provided, although we encourage you to bring your own if you have some. Please specify when you register if you will need snowshoes.
Carpooling will be available. Please let us know in the comments below if you are interested.
Limited space available. REGISTRATION WILL OPEN IN FEBRUARY 2026.
This is a members-only event. If you’re not yet a member of the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust, we warmly invite you to become a member by making a donation of any amount here.
Accessibility: The Land Trust is working to make all of our events as accessible as possible. Please let us know at least one week in advance if there is something we can do or provide to support you in participating in this outing to the fullest, and we will accommodate as possible.
Questions? Contact Ayla, Community Inclusion Coordinator, at 509-667-9708 or ayla@cdlandtrust.org if you have questions.
Click Here for more information

CDLT Member Event: White River Snowshoe Tour
2026-03-07 08:00 - 15:00
Join Chelan-Douglas Land Trust for a Snowshoe tour of the White River led by Elisa Lopez and Ayla Medina Ulloa. The trip leader will discuss the importance of this special area to forests, birds, mammals, salmon, and water resources.
Stops on the tour will highlight conifer diversity, animal tracks, conservation projects, and the historical use of the land. We’ll have a chance to warm up at Tall Timber Ranch Lodge halfway through the day.
Snowshoers should be able to walk over difficult terrain on snowshoes for 3 hours in winter weather. Snowshoes will be provided, although we encourage you to bring your own if you have some. Please specify when you register if you will need snowshoes.
Carpooling will be available. Please let us know in the comments below if you are interested.
Limited space available. REGISTRATION WILL OPEN IN FEBRUARY 2026.
This is a members-only event. If you’re not yet a member of the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust, we warmly invite you to become a member by making a donation of any amount here.
Accessibility: The Land Trust is working to make all of our events as accessible as possible. Please let us know at least one week in advance if there is something we can do or provide to support you in participating in this outing to the fullest, and we will accommodate as possible.
Event Link
✨Questions? Contact Ayla, Community Inclusion Coordinator, at 509-667-9708 or ayla@cdlandtrust.org if you have questions.

WRI Red Barn Event: Wolf Land Film Screening (in-person ONLY!)
2026-03-06 19:00 - 20:30
Friday, March 6, 2026
7:00 pm8:30 pm

Location: WRI’s Red Barn 347 Division Street, Leavenworth, WA 98826
Wenatchee River Institute LIVE EVENT ONLY! This Red Barn Event will NOT be streamed or recorded.
No registration required, but RSVP to receive email reminders and updates about this event!
Doors to the Red Barn open at 6:30pm for a community social with beer and wine available for purchase. The film will start just after 7:00pm. Run time is 71 minutes and will be followed by a Q+A with producer Sarah Hoffman.
Wolf Land is a film about finding common ground in unlikely places. The team spent 2.5 years documenting the lives of “wolf protecting cowboy” and range rider Daniel Curry and rancher Jerry Francis in the remote wilderness of northeast Washington. Washington has had its share of conflict on this issue, and human/wildlife conflict is a story that’s typically told in polarizing extremes. This film’s goal was to document two people in the middle of this conflict working together to protect what’s most dear to each of them. For Daniel, that is endangered wolves and for Jerry, his cattle and way of life.
We hope that this hyperlocal film, produced in the Northwest, has themes of coexistence that can touch audiences with a range of perspectives on this issue. Courtesy Cascade Public Media.
Sarah Hoffman (she/her) is an Emmy award winning documentary filmmaker who focuses her work on human stories in the realm of science and environment. Her work has appeared in the Seattle International Film Festival, BendFilm, Friday Harbor, Local Sightings and Tacoma Film Fest. She was awarded Best Short at the Portland Ecofilm Festival in 2020. Wolf Land is Sarah’s first feature film. She is currently a Senior Video Producer at Cascade PBS. Prior to joining the company, she worked as a photojournalist and video producer at newspapers around the country including The Dallas Morning News and the Omaha World-Herald.
Photo by Sarah Hoffman/Cascade PBS.
Film Copyright 2025 Cascade Public Media. All Rights Reserved.
Click here for more information and to RSVP.

CONTACT INFO
Virginia Shoup
vshoup@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org
509-548-0181, ext 5

WRI Science on Tap: Pacific Lamprey, Your Ancient Neighbor
2026-03-03 19:00 - 20:00
This event is hosted at Ground Control in Wenatchee. No registration required, but RSVP to receive email reminders and updates about this event!
Come join Wenatchee River Institute for Science On Tap! This casual, free event is a great opportunity to gather, socialize, and learn about an exciting science topic from a member of our community. No prior science knowledge necessary! Speakers will give a talk on their latest research or a science topic they are passionate about, with some time afterwards for discussion or Q&A. Presentations start at 7pm – arrive early to grab a drink and get a seat!
Presentation: Pacific Lamprey, Your Ancient Neighbor
Location: Ground Control Bottle Shop and Taproom 10 N. Wenatchee Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801 US
Description:
Dive into the fascinating world of lampreys—jawless fish that have survived for over 400 million years! Learn about our local Pacific lamprey, their epic life cycle, their cultural significance to Indigenous tribes, and the critical role they play in our local ecosystems. We’ll even have a live lamprey to see up-close! Discover why this incredible fish might just be your new favorite animal.
Presenters:
Sophia Troeh (she/her) is the interpretive Park Ranger for the Leavenworth Fisheries Complex, sharing her passion for salmon and lamprey with thousands of people every year. Prior to her current position, Sophia was a fellow for the National Fish Passage Program at US Fish and Wildlife Headquarters in Washington, DC.
Ann Grote is a Fish Biologist at the Mid-Columbia Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office in Leavenworth. Ann’s work focuses on native lampreys and mussels, and she loves sharing the good work that is happening locally to support Pacific Lamprey.
Ground Control offers a small discount for folks who bring their own reusable cup for on tap orders. Outside food is also welcome, as Ground Control does not sell food or snacks.
Click here for more information and link to RSVP

CONTACT INFO
Virginia Shoup
vshoup@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org

509-548-0181, ext 5

CDLT Munchen Haus Benevolent Nights
2026-03-03 16:00 - 20:00
Come out and give back to your community while enjoying delicious food and drinks!
Dine at the München Haus in Leavenworth on Tues, March 3rd, and support the Land Trust! Takeout or dine-in options are available, with outdoor seating available. München Haus will donate 25% of all sales from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to Chelan-Douglas Land Trust!
Support this generous local business and the Land Trust at the same time!
Location: München Haus 709 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA
Learn more about them here! München Haus Bavarian Grill and Beer Garden – Leavenworth Washington
Event Link

Mountain Music Series at Mission Ridge
2026-02-28 18:30 - 20:30
Mountain Music Series
Time 6:30pm-8:30pm
Where: Hampton Lodge
There’s nothing quite like live music in the mountains! Join us for the Mountain Music Series at Mission Ridge, where crisp alpine air, great tunes, and good company come together for an unforgettable experience.
What to Expect

Live performances from talented regional and local artists
A laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere perfect for après-ski or a night out
Food and drinks available from the Chair 5 Pub and KaWham Cafe
Cozy outdoor firepits and unbeatable mountain views

Whether you’re wrapping up a day on the slopes or just coming up for the vibes, the Mountain Music Series is the perfect way to enjoy the best of Mission Ridge.
Free and open to all ages. Grab your crew, your dancing shoes and join us for a night of great music under the stars.

WRI Winter Wander at the Hatchery
2026-02-28 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-27 10:00 - 12:00
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

PVST Kids Clinics
2026-02-28 10:00 - 12:00
Plain Valley Ski Trails offering ski clinics.
Every Saturday, Dec-13- Feb 21, 10am-12pm
These clinics are designed for kids between the ages of 6-12 yrs old. It is modeled after our midweek Devo Program (first layer ski clinic for elementary age kids).

Clinic Cost: Children 6-12yr $60 for 2 hours of FUN on skis Saturday’s 10am-12pm. Season $500
All KIDS SKI FREE on Plain Valley Ski Trails, BUT still need Trail Passes for Liability! Please be sure to secure your ticket prior to the clinic at SkiPlain.com
What’s Not Included: Ski Rentals: Both classic and skate ski packages are available at Plain Hardware, conveniently located across from the ski trails in Plain. Please Note: If you are renting gear, plan to arrive at least one hour early to allow time for proper sizing.
Important Clinic Location Information: We will meet at 10am at the Meadow Loop Trailhead by the Welcome Hut on the Plain Valley Ski Trails. Parking is free.
For more information or to register click here.

Skookum Kooker at Mission Ridge
2026-02-28 09:00 - 16:00
The Skookum Kooker – Represent your Ridge makes its debut this season, inviting local mountains to Ride for their Ridge. This non-banked snowboard race is all about smooth riding, speed, and celebrating the local snowboard community. Riders will take on a fast, flowing course designed to test skill and control. No banks, just turns and timing.
Will you take home the Represent your Ridge trophy and bragging rights for the next year?
What to Expect

Open to snowboarders of all ages and abilities
Timed two-run format with categories for boys and girls
The fastest women’s and men’s riders earn free entry into the Bomber Banked Slalom
Music, prizes, and good vibes in the Hampton Lodge afterwards

Registration
Registration will go live January 18th, and the registration fee is $35 per rider. Be sure to fill out the questionnaire to choose which mountain you will be representing.
Click here for the event page which includes schedule, Rider Groups, and Running Order.
