Events

PVST Clinic for Classic Ski Saturday, February 3, 2024 10AM-3PM Cost: $99 Includes a ski in catered lunch at Mountain Springs Lodge   Important Clinic Information: This is an all ski level clinic, there will accommodations for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. We will meet at the Meadow Loop Trailhead of Plain Valley Ski Trails, there will be free parking available. All skiers need a 2023-24 Season or Day Pass. If you need to purchase your pass, it needs to be purchased before your lesson at skiplain.com/passes. Use "PVSTClinic" for 20% discount on your 2023-24 season pass! Rentals are not included in your clinic. Rentals are available across the street at Plain Hardware. If you are renting gear please arrive at least an hour before the start of the clinic to provide adequate time. Please dress for the weather, lessons are snow or shine and dressing in layers is key. Clinics are non-refundable, if cancelled within 24 hours. Questions? If you have any questions regarding the clinic please contact PVST Lesson Coordinator, Izzy Clark at PVST@SkiPlain.com. Plain Valley Ski Trails Mission: Create and sustain a high-quality ski trail system that serves the community and funds barrier-free ski educational programs that motivate individual and team achievement. Plain Valley Ski Trails is a community supported 501 (c)(3) non-profit public charity. For more information and to register […]

Hosted by Mission Ridge This fun, informative, guided snowshoe trek leaves from the Mission Ridge Base Area and heads up to the Midway Lodge. Each trek’s pace fits the group’s interests and abilities. Great for first-time snowshoers and those looking for a unique, non-skiing, on-snow experience. Twilight Snowshoe Treks are approximately 1.5 miles long, with an elevation gain of roughly 550 feet, and take around 2 hrs. Suggested Gear: Boots that fit well and offer good ankle support, goggles, gloves, a […]

Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/MiiQcs9UB3k?feature=share Join the Wenatchee River Institute, Greater Leavenworth Museum, Northwest Ski Museum, and the Leavenworth Winter Sports Club for an evening with John Lundin to learn about the history of ski jumping in our mountain town. Copies of his book, "Ski Jumping in Washington State: A Nordic Tradition," will be available for purchase at the event. This is a FREE event with a donation basket at the door. Doors open at 6:30pm for a community social with beer and […]

The Environmental Film and Speaker Series presents Skiing Uphill: A Story of Strength and Perseverance Join the Wenatchee Valley Museum for a book reading with local author, Pat West Turner, as she details her life as a woman with one leg. On Thursday, February 8, 7-9 PM, guests are invited to a meet and greet with the author, followed by a book presentation and a Q&A to wrap up the event. Pat West Turner was raised seven and a half […]

Location: Leavenworth Fish Hatchery Join the Wenatchee River Institute for a two-hour nature walk with one of our knowledgeable naturalists. Our walks are seasonally-based and offered throughout the year! You will explore the outdoors, learn about the natural and cultural history specific to Leavenworth with many scenic views along the way! You will learn about many topics including local plants and animals, geology, and the p'squosa (Wenatchi) people. Difficulty level: a ‘walk in the park’ (beginner level) Not fully ADA […]

Join Methow Trails and the Methow Valley Nordic Ski Education Foundation February 10, 2024 for the sixth annual Ski to the Sun Marathon and Relay. The course travels through North America's largest ski trail network and takes skiers from the tranquil banks of the Methow River to the beautiful mountain vistas at Sun Mountain Lodge. Ski the marathon as an individual or as a relay with up to five other friends or family members (details below). The relay is freestyle technique - racers […]

Hosted by Wenatchee River Institute Go birding with knowledgeable WRI staff around the WRI campus! All birding skill levels are welcome. Need binoculars? We have loaner binoculars that you can borrow. This is a great opportunity to learn about eBird, the largest biodiversity-related community science project in the world and utilize it to record our observations of local wild birds. Total walking distance is ½ mile, over a gravel path with two moderate hills. Come prepared for the weather. These […]

Hosted by Mission Ridge Are you looking for a change of pace this Valentine’s Day? Well then, Mission Ridge has the answer for you. Join us for our annual Valentine’s Day Dinner at Midway Lodge. The evening starts with a guided romantic scenic snowshoe walk up to the Midway Lodge. Take in the mountains as music greets you upon you and your special someone’s arrival. Enjoy a wine-tasting (included) in the Igloo before your fine-dining experience begins. Check-in will be […]