Events

1. Zoom presentation: The FunDiS West Coast Rare Fungi Challenge by Tiffany Theden January 17, 2023 7:00PM https://www.wnps.org/wv-events/calendar/1785 Learn about the West Coast Rare Fungi Challenge created by the Fungal Diversity Survey (FunDiS) as presented by Tiffany Theden. The Challenge covers 20 rare, under-documented or potentially threatened fungi species found from California to Alaska. These intriguing species are found in a variety of habitats, from coastal areas, to the desert, to the subalpine. Eight of the species have been found […]

Red Barn Event: Leavenworth Mill Dam Rehabilitation and Recreation Improvement Project Wednesday, January 18th from 7-8pm @ WRI’s Red Barn OR Zoom Location: Wenatchee River Institute Come learn about Chelan County Natural Resource Department’s rehabilitation and recreation improvement plan for the Leavenworth Mill Dam site near Barn Beach in Leavenworth. More info: https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/event-calendar.html/event/2023/01/18/red-barn-event-leavenworth-mill-dam-rehabilitation-and-recreation-improvement-project/407898

Hosted by the Wenatchee River Institute Thursdays (and select Sundays) in January & February @ 10am-12pm Join the Wenatchee River Institute for a two-hour snowshoe stroll with our knowledgeable naturalists. Walk with us through Waterfront Park as the land turns white and the temperatures drop. You will learn about the natural and cultural history of Leavenworth with many scenic views along the way! What signs do we see along the trail that tell us what animals were there? How do […]

Fridays @ 1-3pm and Saturdays @ 10am-12pm and 1-3pm in January and February Begin the year with new discoveries! Starting from the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery, join Wenatchee River Institute naturalist guides on a one-mile snowshoe 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? All skill levels are welcome, […]

This fun, informative, guided snowshoe trek leaves from the Mission Ridge Base Area and heads up to the Midway Lodge. The pace of each trek is fitted to 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 in length, with an elevation gain of roughly 550 feet, and take approximately 2 hrs. Suggested Gear: Boots that fit well and offer good ankle support, goggles, gloves, […]

This event is hosted by the Numerica Performing Arts Center New feature length documentary by Charley Voorhis of Voortex Productions, presented by Goodfellow Bros. A skateboarder, a mountain biker and a rock climber are dropped into each other's sport to discover what drives them, what scares them, and what they all have in common. Doors open at 5:30. (1:40 runtime) Show time 6pm Stay afterwards for a chance to win prizes and meet the cast at the after party. Additional […]

Fridays @ 1-3pm and Saturdays @ 10am-12pm and 1-3pm in January and February Begin the year with new discoveries! Starting from the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery, join Wenatchee River Institute naturalist guides on a one-mile snowshoe 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? All skill levels are welcome, […]

Bundle Up Run hosted by Columbia Valley Community Health 1k and 5k $35 per person. Starts and ends at the loop trail behind Pybus Public Market. For more information click here.  The Wenatchee Valley Parks & Recreation Department is holding its annual Bundle Up Festival and Youth Sports & Activities Fair later this month at Pybus Public Market. Recreation Coordinator Sarah Fitzgerald says the event will feature plenty of things to see and do both inside and outside Pybus. "We'll […]

Hosted by Riverfront Rock Gym in Wenatchee The Brit Rock Film tour will be shown on Jan 21 at Riverfront Rock Gym at 7pm. Bring your family and friends!  Tickets are available online at riverfrontrockgym.com and at the gym.  Food and beer will be available at the cafe.  There's also a raffle. Here's the trailer:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPzfzV-1IWU

Red Barn Event: Grizzly Grub - Bear Habitat in the North Cascades Location: Wenatchee River Institute Wednesday, January 25th from 7-8pm @ WRI’s Red Barn OR Zoom Join WRI and Dr. Bill Gaines, of the Washington Conservation Science Institute, as he discusses the characteristics that make for diverse habitats primed for grizzly bear recovery – particularly the North Cascades. More info: https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/event-calendar.html/event/2023/01/25/red-barn-event-grizzly-grub-bear-habitat-in-the-north-cascades/407003

Hosted by the Wenatchee River Institute Thursdays (and select Sundays) in January & February @ 10am-12pm Join the Wenatchee River Institute for a two-hour snowshoe stroll with our knowledgeable naturalists. Walk with us through Waterfront Park as the land turns white and the temperatures drop. You will learn about the natural and cultural history of Leavenworth with many scenic views along the way! What signs do we see along the trail that tell us what animals were there? How do […]

Thursday, January 26th from 5-7:30pm at WRI Travel through space and time while exploring our solar system, and beyond! Witness the night sky during different seasons throughout the year, learn winter constellations and get to know our sun, moon and stars like never before. We will start our evening by entering our dome shaped planetarium for a realistic view of our night sky before heading out on snowshoes to see the real thing! More information and registration: https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/event-calendar.html/event/2023/01/26/night-sky-planetarium-and-snowshoe-stroll/409192