Wenatchee Outdoors

CDLT Member Event: White River Snowshoe Tour
2026-03-07 08:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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.

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

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.

Women’s Escape at Mission Ridge
2026-03-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-24 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.

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

PVAW Snowshoe Community Group
2026-03-11 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

Wenatchee Run Club
2026-03-11 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-18 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-25 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

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

Carve Club at Mission Ridge
2026-03-13 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-20 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-27 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.

Mission Ridge Tour de Blues
2026-03-14 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-15 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 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

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 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

BHA Bios on Tap-Upper Columbia Spring Chinook and Steelhead
2026-03-19 18:00 - 19:30
The Washington Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers and the Upper Columbia Salmon Recovery Board are partnering to host a casual “Bios on Tap” evening focused on Upper Columbia Steelhead and Spring Chinook at Watercore Cider on March 19 at 6:00 p.m.
The interactive event will feature Ryan Niemeyer of UCSRB will be providing an overview of the current status of these ESA-listed fish and key recovery efforts in the region, followed by a Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife biologist who will share insights on regional angling regulations and opportunities along with additional ecological and biological context.
Attendees are invited to enjoy cider, conversation, and an engaging discussion about the science, management, and future of these iconic fish in a relaxed community setting.
RSVP and let us know you’re coming HERE!

WRI Red Barn Event: Taking Better Plant Photos
2026-03-19 19:00 - 20:00
Livestream the event or watch it later on YouTube at this link.
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 presentation will start at 7:00pm.
Jack Mynatt, Tracy Maynard, and Mike Power are avid, long-time hikers, skiers, and amateur photographers. Jack and Tracy are on the board of the Wenatchee Valley chapter of the Washington Native Plant Society (WNPS). They have been annoying their hiking companions for decades with lengthy stops to take pictures, and now it’s your turn to slow down with them to look and listen.
Jack and Tracy will focus (so to speak) on iPhone photography; Mike uses a DSLR. In addition to showing some pretty pictures, they will discuss a few technical issues, problems and solutions, and make suggestions for taking better shots so you too, can have your photos accepted to the WNPS Calendar.
Photo by Jack Mynatt.
Click here for more information RSVP

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

Taking Better Native Plant Photos: Three Photographers Talk About How They Try to Do It
2026-03-19 19:00 - 20:00
Date: March 19, 2026 7:00PM
Location: Wenatchee River Institute Red Barn, Leavenworth
This will be an in-person presentation and livestreamed and recorded on the WRI YouTube channel; to get the link, prior to the event visit https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/programs/community/red-barn-events.html
Jack Mynatt, Tracy Maynard, and Mike Power will talk about native plant photography. They have been annoying their hiking companions for decades with lengthy stops to take pictures and have had several of their photos accepted for the WNPS Calendar. All three are avid, long-time hikers, skiers, and amateur photographers. Jack and Tracy are on the board of the Wenatchee chapter of the WNPS.
Jack and Tracy will focus (so to speak) on iPhone photography; Mike uses a DSLR. In addition to showing some pretty pictures, they will discuss a few technical issues, problems, and solutions, and make suggestions for taking better shots.

Claim The Cliffs Freeride Competition at Mission Ridge
2026-03-21 07:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-22 07:00 - 17:00
Claim The Cliffs Freeride Competition
Get ready for heartpounding skiing & snowboarding action at Claim the Cliffs, part of the IFSA Freeride Series! Young athletes from across the Northwest will flock to The Ridge to take on the imposing Bomber Cliffs.
The event will take place in the Bowl 5 region of the Bomber Cliffs. The Bomber Cliffs will be closed on the day of the event. Catch all the action from the viewing areas located skier’s left of the Bomber Bowl run, below the Cliffs.
Registration and additional info will be available on the IFSA website.
Full schedule with more details can be found here.

Leavenworth Mountain Film Festival
2026-03-21 17:00 - 19:00
A Celebration of Independent Cinema

The Leavenworth Film Festival showcases the finest independent films from around the world against the stunning backdrop of the Cascade Mountains. Now in its 9th year, we bring together filmmakers, industry professionals, and cinema lovers for a night of culture celebrating the outdoors through the lens of an inspired community.

For Event link click here

WRI Red Barn Event- Enchantments: What Comes Next?
2026-03-24 19:00 - 20:00
Livestream the event or watch it later on YouTube at this link.
No registration required, but RSVP to receive email reminders and updates about this event!
Doors open at 6:30pm for a community social with beer and wine available for purchase. The presentation will start at 7:00pm.
After a summer of overcrowding and understaffing in The Enchantments, the issue of day use management has reached an inflection point. Will this offseason present an opportunity to make changes along the Icicle Creek corridor, and if so, what will they entail? Hear from Seattle Times outdoors reporter Gregory Scruggs, who covered the issue closely this summer and traveled to Colorado to learn how another mountain town grappled with a similar challenge, along with Mat Lyons, Executive Director of TREAD, who has been working with Chelan County stakeholders on a proposal for alternative transportation options to Enchantments trailheads, and Sarah Shaffer, Executive Director of Wenatchee Outdoors, who will share insights on the on-the-ground work with over 40 volunteers in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, packing out pounds of trash from the Enchantments Wilderness area.
About the presenters:
Gregory Scruggs (he/him) is the outdoors reporter at The Seattle Times, where he writes about the intersection of recreation, land management and the outdoor industry in Washington. His coverage takes him deep into the Cascades and out on the Salish Sea. In 2022, he won the President’s Award in the newspaper category from the Outdoor Writers Association of America.
Mat Lyons (he/him) is the Executive Director of TREAD, a nonprofit that collaborate with all partners to drive sustainable outdoor recreation initiatives in North Central Washington.
Sarah Shaffer (she/her) is the Executive Director of Wenatchee Outdoors, a nonprofit focused on engaging volunteers and the community in stewardship and recreation in North Central Washington.
Click here for more information and to RSVP

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

CDLT Member Event: Lunch & Learn
2026-03-25 12:00 - 13:00
We are excited to invite you to the February CDLT Lunch & Learn session on Stories of Salmon in the Columbia Basin, presented by Abby Sak from Save Our Wild Salmon
Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 12:00PM to 1:00PM.
Location Options:
• In-person
• Via Zoom
Food: Snacks provided, or feel free to bring your own lunch!
This is a members-only event. If you’re not yet a member of the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust, we warmly invite you to join us at one of our events and become a member with 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 Medina Ulloa, Community Inclusion Coordinator, at ayla@cdlandtrust.org or (509)667-9708.
MORE DETAILS TO COME!
Click Here for the event link.

WenOut Kids Thursday's
2026-03-26 15:30 - 16:30
Wenatchee Outdoors is looking forward to offering kids outings this spring each Thursday. Activities will include hiking, biking, birding, story time, and more. Details and locations will vary each week. Dates include: March 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28.
Due to changing spring weather conditions, event details may change. Please be sure to check our website for the most up-to-date information, updates, or cancellations before attending.
Time: 3:30pm
Location: Horan Natural Area
Details: Join us for a bird watching walk through Horan Natural Area. We will look for different birds throughout the walk, and hopefully see the eagles nest! We will start at Confluence Park, walk to the end of Horan Natural Area and back. This should be about a 2 mile mostly flat walk. Bikes are not allowed in Horan, strollers are ok.
*Children must be accompanied by an adult*

Bomber Banked Slalom at Mission Ridge
2026-03-28 08:00 - 17:00
Bomber Banked Slalom
The 13th Annual Bomber Banked Slalom returns March 28th – 29th. This surfy slalom course built by the Mission Ridge Parks Department rests on Katsuk at the summit off of Chair 2. The Bomber Baked Slalom offers 14 different categories competitors will compete in based on age, and complete one run per day. Open to 250 snowboarders, you won’t want to miss this community-driven event.
Registration
Registration emails for legacy riders will be sent at 9:00AM on March 2nd, 2026
Registration for new riders will go live at 9:00AM on March 7th, 2026
Pricing
Riders 17 & under – $40
Riders 18 & up – $65
Check-In Details
We will be hosting an early check-in on Friday, March 27th, at Timberline Brewing from 5:30PM – 7:30PM. Check-in early for a seamless Saturday morning and catch up with old friends!
Saturday, March 28th, check-in will be in the Hampton Lodge between 7:30AM and 8:30AM. There will be no option to check-in after this time.
Reminders
Book your RV spot early to secure your spot!
For questions or interest in volunteering during the course build reach out to events@missionridge.com.
Want to become a sponsors?! Fill out this form and we will be in touch!
