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Kick Your Sticks For Cancer Time: 8:30am-11:00am Come join us for a fun-filled day for all ages on Sunday, January 26th, 2020 at the Kick Your Sticks for Cancer fundraising event at the Leavenworth Fish Hatchery. Families of all ages can raise funds for cancer care and treatment in the Wenatchee Valley for the Wellness Place while classic, skate or snowshoeing their way through the amazing Icicle River Trails behind the Leavenworth Fish Hatchery. This is a friendly race for […]

Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at 7 PM – 9 PM Location: Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center 127 S Mission St, Wenatchee, Washington 98801 Join us for “The Eagle Huntress”, a part of the Environmental Film & Speaker Series, exploring topics important to our community. This film is presented at the Museum in the Performance Hall. These family-friendly events feature a no-host bar, free popcorn, and treats. The film series is sponsored by Hay Canyon Ranch and the Nature […]

Leavenworth Waterfront Park Trail Snowshoe Tours with Wenatchee River institute Leavenworth– Every Thursday in January and February from 10am to 12noon, local naturalist guides will lead free snowshoe strolls on the Waterfront Park Trail along the beautiful Wenatchee River. Enjoy the feeling of being in the wilderness while remaining in close proximity to the bustling downtown area. “These strolls are all about giving people a chance to try snowshoeing for the first time or to just come out and enjoy […]

Science on Tap! Human Genomes with Sean Mooney, PhD and Wenatchee River Institute at Badger Mountain Brewing Every human on earth has a unique genetic code that helps determine who we are, what we look like, and our overall health and well-being. This genetic code, the human genome, is unimaginably large, consisting of more than three billion letters when written out. Learn more about the human genome on Thur., Jan. 30, 6-7PM at Badger Mountain Brewing, 1 Orondo Avenue in […]

Date: Sat, 02/01/2020 Time: 10:00 AM -12:00 PM Location: Squilchuck State Park Sign up online here. This is you and your family's chance to try out one of winter’s most popular activities: snowshoeing! We'll learn the basics of walking with snowshoes on, the go on an easy snowshoe walk. We'll stop and read a snow-themed book and learn about winter animals. Then we'll enjoy hot chocolate back at our cars. Adults: $8.00/$8.50 (City of Wenatchee resident/non-resident) Children: 12 & under […]

Join Lake Wenatchee State Park staff every Saturday in January & February at 1pm as park staff guide you on a snowshoe hike through scenery along the Wenatchee River, the shore of Lake Wenatchee, and surrounding forest. Participants can enjoy a well-packed route through parts of our park that are not always accessible in summer. Expect some historical talking points about the park and views of Nason Ridge, Dirty Face, and South Beach. When: 1 Pm Where: North Entrance by […]

Environmental Film & Speaker Series: The True Cost February 4 @ 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Join us for “The True Cost”, a part of the Environmental Film & Speaker Series, exploring topics important to our community. This film is presented at the Museum in the Performance Hall. These family-friendly events feature a no-host bar, free popcorn, and treats. A documentary about the clothes we wear, the people who make them, and the impact the industry is having on our […]

Leavenworth Waterfront Park Trail Snowshoe Tours with Wenatchee River institute Leavenworth– Every Thursday in January and February from 10am to 12noon, local naturalist guides will lead free snowshoe strolls on the Waterfront Park Trail along the beautiful Wenatchee River. Enjoy the feeling of being in the wilderness while remaining in close proximity to the bustling downtown area. “These strolls are all about giving people a chance to try snowshoeing for the first time or to just come out and enjoy […]

Pray 4 (more) Snow Party Location: Stein- 108 Front Street, Leavenworth WA 98826 A Fundraiser supporting The Northwest Avalanche Center @ Stein Leavenworth with Icicle Brewing and Independent Cider Co Tap Takeover! Event From 5-9PM, Live music with The Fun Police from 6-9PM. Raffle with awesome swag and a silent auction with great items from Habitual Snowboard Co, Northwest Mountain School, Cascade Powder Guides and Leavenworth Winter Sports club in support of NWAC! A portion of all Icicle and Independent […]

Where: Community Cultural Center of Tonasket, 411 S. Western Ave When: Friday, February 7, 2020 • 5:15 - Dinner benefitting the CCC • 6:30 - Presentation by Jim Hepler Cost: Presentation is free; dinner is $10 per plate; desserts by donation (benefit for the CCC) Native Stink Bugs and their Plant Hosts, with Jim Hepler Event Description: Come and learn more than you ever thought you would about eastern Washington’s local, native stink bugs and the plants they rely on. […]

The biggest event of the winter is right around the corner, Numerica Rails and Ales. Mission Ridge, Numerica Credit Union and Badger Mountain Brewing are once again teaming up to bring one of the Wenatchee Valley’s legendary events, Rails and Ales, back for year six! We're closing down Orondo Ave and Mission Ridge is bringing the mountain to you… literally. Snow and terrain park features form the mountain will be brought down for an epic evening of skiing, snowboarding, music, […]

Presented by the North Central Washington Audubon Society Saturday Feb 8th from 8am-5pm Join us for a birding trip to the Waterville Plateau, Bridgeport Bar, and Columbia River. Meet at 8:00 am at 208 West Nixon Street in Chelan. We will spend the day birding a variety of habitats where we expect to find a nice mix of resident and migrant species that winter in our area. Please bring a lunch, snacks, liquids, and dress for the weather. Carpool cost: […]

Hosted by Special Olympics Washington Location: Walla Wall Point Park in Wenatchee. 1351 Walla Walla Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801 The cold is temporary, the impact is not Register: https://impact.sowa.org/PolarPlungeWenatchee2020 Grab your friends, get your costumes, and make a splash to make a difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities -- anyone with a little courage, a warm heart, and a desire to support a worthy cause is welcome to join us in Freezin' for a REASON! The Polar […]

Event to be held at the following time, date, and location: Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM (PST) Location: Echo Ridge Recreation Area Trailheads Registration is open for the 2020 Echo Ridge Loppet! Click the link below to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2020-echo-ridge-loppet-tickets-90572435593 The Lake Chelan Nordic Club will be hosting the 5th annual Echo Ridge Ski Loppet on February 8th, 2020 at the Echo Ridge Nordic Area.  A loppet is a great gathering of skiers who ski on a […]

Skirennen Nordic Race What: Classic Cross Races for all ages and abilities! When: Sunday, February 9th Where: Leavenworth Ski Hill Lollipop race Free For those who do not want to be in a timed event 1.5 km race Free U6, U8 and U10 (born in 2010 or later) 3.0 km race Free U12 and U14 (born in 2006-2009) 4.5 km race Free U16, U18, U20 (born 2000-2005) 4.5 km race $15 Open (born in 1999 or earlier) Online registration closes […]

Fly Tying Series with Wenatchee Valley Fly Fishers’ Bruce Merighi and the Wenatchee River Institute Do you fly fish or would you like to fly fish? Then you need flies! Learn the basics of fly tying from Wenatchee Valley Fly Fishers’ Bruce Merighi. This is a five-Tuesday series Feb. 11 - Mar. 10, 6-8PM in Wenatchee River Institute’s Red Barn, 347 Division St. in Leavenworth. There is nothing like catching a fish with a fly you hand tied. Enjoy small-group […]

Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at 7 PM – 8:15 PM Location: Pybus Public Market 7 N Worthen St, Wenatchee, Washington 98801 Have you ever wanted to learn more about the salmon we have right here in our backyard? Where to see them, fish for them, or just want to know more about them? In this class we will teach you everything you want to know about this iconic species and it’s importance to our streams, forests, and communities. We will […]

Canoeing the Hood River, an adventure to the vanishing Arctic, Wenatchee River Institute Red Barn Event In July 2019, Wenatchee Valley residents Gordon Congdon, Paul Hessburg, Gary Womeldorff, and Andy Dappen spent 23 days canoeing the Hood River, a river flowing northeasterly from the lakes of Nunavut in northern Canada to the Arctic Sound. On Wed., Feb. 12, 7-8:30pm, come hear tales of their trip in WRI’s Red Barn, 347 Division St. in Leavenworth. The combination of abundant wildlife, challenging […]

Leavenworth Waterfront Park Trail Snowshoe Tours with Wenatchee River institute Leavenworth– Every Thursday in January and February from 10am to 12noon, local naturalist guides will lead free snowshoe strolls on the Waterfront Park Trail along the beautiful Wenatchee River. Enjoy the feeling of being in the wilderness while remaining in close proximity to the bustling downtown area. “These strolls are all about giving people a chance to try snowshoeing for the first time or to just come out and enjoy […]

Join us for a day trip to ski at Echo Ridge Nordic Center, enjoying the scenic beauty of the Chelan Valley, with an Apres Ski at Tsillan Cellars! Echo Ridge Trail - Upper Trailhead Chelan, Washington 98826 www.skiplain.com/pvaw/winter $30 PVAW Members/$40 non-members (trail pass and gear not included) We will carpool to Echo Ridge Nordic Center from Beaver Creek Trailhead of Plain Valley Ski Trails with estimated return by 5 pm. Skate or classic, your choice! Or ski a bit […]

Join Lake Wenatchee State Park staff every Saturday in January & February at 1pm as park staff guide you on a snowshoe hike through scenery along the Wenatchee River, the shore of Lake Wenatchee, and surrounding forest. Participants can enjoy a well-packed route through parts of our park that are not always accessible in summer. Expect some historical talking points about the park and views of Nason Ridge, Dirty Face, and South Beach. When: 1 Pm Where: North Entrance by […]

Location: Mission Ridge Ski and Board Resort Were you busy on the 14th? Don’t worry, we’re offering Valentine’s Day Dinner on Saturday, February 15th as well! Looking for a change of pace this Valentine’s Day? Mission Ridge has the answer. Join us for our annual Valentine’s Day Dinner at Midway Lodge. The evening kicks off with a scenic snowshoe up to the Midway Lodge. Take in the mountains as live music greets you upon you and your special someone’s arrival. […]

CVCH CLIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES- Footholds and Columbia Valley Community Health are providing the opportunity for youth who have limited access or funds to experience rock climbing. Join us for a day at the gym to learn to climb and have fun on a school holiday, Presidents' Day! RESERVATIONS NEEDED in order to best serve our community. PLEASE CONTACT footholdscorp@gmail.com TO REGISTER. Limited spots available. Priority to CVCH clients and families first. ONCE REGISTERED, a gym climbing pass, rock climbing […]

Date: Monday Feb. 17th 7pm-8:30pm Location: Riverfront Rock Gym Join NWAC's Conrad for a free avalanche awareness class. Spots are limited so show up early to get a chair! For more information click here.

Fly Tying Series with Wenatchee Valley Fly Fishers’ Bruce Merighi and the Wenatchee River Institute Do you fly fish or would you like to fly fish? Then you need flies! Learn the basics of fly tying from Wenatchee Valley Fly Fishers’ Bruce Merighi. This is a five-Tuesday series Feb. 11 - Mar. 10, 6-8PM in Wenatchee River Institute’s Red Barn, 347 Division St. in Leavenworth. There is nothing like catching a fish with a fly you hand tied. Enjoy small-group […]

All events are open to the public, and run from 4 to 5 p.m. and will be held at the WSU Tree Fruit Research & Extension Center on Wednesdays from 4-5 P.M. (1100 N. Western Ave., Wenatchee).  2/19/2020 Dr. Audrey Huerta, Assoc. Professor, Dept. of Geology, Central Washington University “Geology of Antarctica: Hot Science on a cold Continent” Professor Huerta has been studying the Geology of Antarctica for the past 15 years. Her primary interests is understanding the Geologic Evolution […]

Moonlight Snowshoe Stroll at Wenatchee River Institute On Fri., Feb. 21, take a guided snowshoe stroll along the whispering Wenatchee River on Leavenworth’s Riverfront Park Trail and Barn Beach Reserve property. The tour will start at 5PM from the Wenatchee River Institute (WRI), 347 Division St. in Leavenworth. Experience the natural world at dusk and then ambient-lit darkness, while on snowshoes. WRI naturalists will guide the tour talking about the night sky constellations and waterscape along the way. Snowshoes provided […]

This is a women/girl-specific event. All ages and abilities. All sisters welcome! Sisters in Action Sports (SAS) is partnering with Stevens Pass Mountain Resort to welcome women/girl skiers/snowboarders for a "SNOW DAY" on the mountain! This is an inclusive, safe, and community-building event for girls and women of all ages and abilities. We aim to encourage, empower, and increase participation in action sports at all levels. There will be vendors, ski/snowboard demos, raffles, two group rides, and FUN for all! […]

Join Lake Wenatchee State Park staff every Saturday in January & February at 1pm as park staff guide you on a snowshoe hike through scenery along the Wenatchee River, the shore of Lake Wenatchee, and surrounding forest. Participants can enjoy a well-packed route through parts of our park that are not always accessible in summer. Expect some historical talking points about the park and views of Nason Ridge, Dirty Face, and South Beach. When: 1 Pm Where: North Entrance by […]

Fly Tying Series with Wenatchee Valley Fly Fishers’ Bruce Merighi and the Wenatchee River Institute Do you fly fish or would you like to fly fish? Then you need flies! Learn the basics of fly tying from Wenatchee Valley Fly Fishers’ Bruce Merighi. This is a five-Tuesday series Feb. 11 - Mar. 10, 6-8PM in Wenatchee River Institute’s Red Barn, 347 Division St. in Leavenworth. There is nothing like catching a fish with a fly you hand tied. Enjoy small-group […]

We all want to reduce our waste, but is “zero waste” really achievable? Join us in a discussion about ways to produce less garbage. What can really be recycled in NCW? What can be avoided entirely? And should “zero waste” really be the goal? We’ll take a virtual walk through the typical home, talking about practical ways to reduce waste in each area of our lives. There will be an emphasis on items we use in the kitchen and “on-the-go,” […]

Science on Tap! Avalanche Cycles and Atmospheric Rivers- the winter of 2019-20 in the Central Cascades On Thu. Feb. 27, 6-7pm, learn life-saving information during Wenatchee River Institute’s (WRI) Science on Tap! at Badger Mountain Brewing, 1 Orondo Ave. in Wenatchee. Matt Primomo, avalanche specialist for Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) will talk about this season’s snowpack, weather, and avalanche events, exploring the correlation between avalanche cycles and atmospheric rivers. Whether you backcountry ski, snowboard, snowshoe, snowmobile, winter camp, or just […]

Location: Milepost 111 Brewing Company-407 Aplets Way Cashmere WA 98815 Want to try out a few pages of your recent inspiration? Eager to read from your just-published memoir? Got poems? Plan on a fun and casual evening sharing original work at Write On The River’s open mic, “Four Minutes of Fame.” We start gathering at 6:30, and readings start at 7:00. Food and beverages are available all evening. “Four Minutes of Fame” is free to the public, and anyone may […]

Date: Fri, 02/28/2020 Time: 5:30-7:00 pm Location: Pybus Event Center RSVP appreciated but not required Catch up with friends and meet new people interested in our land, water and trails. Please join us for Wild Ideas, a fun, free event at Pybus Event Center featuring: Beer & wine available for purchase ($5 cash only), complimentary non-alcoholic drinks and finger foods provided by CDLT and Land Trust members, three short, inspiring 8-minute talks that give you a taste about interesting topics […]

Ski & Ride for a Cure is a team and individual ski and snowboarding event benefiting local cancer related charities. The day is filled with food, music, games, swag, fundraising challenge while making every run more meaningful. Participants of all ages and skills engage in friendly competition for prizes in two categories: Top Fundraiser Individual & Top Fundraisers Team Participants who raise $250+ dollars by February 25, 2020 will be invited to a VIP luncheon. This year's event will also […]

Saturdays are all about live music up at Mission Ridge. Whether you ski under the lights or come up just for a rockin' show, Mission Ridge is the place to be! All the excitement goes down inside the Hampton Lodge and can be enjoyed from either the Chair 5 Pub or the KaWham Cafe. Dinner and drink specials will keep you fueled up and dancing the night away! The Mission Ridge Mountain Music Series is an all ages event. About: […]

Location: Pybus Public Market Please join us for an evening of fun, food and excitement at our benefit silent and live auction. Funds raised from the auctions will be used for training and equipment to keep our teams prepared for their missions! There will be a barbeque buffet provided by Mama D’s Kitchen featuring chicken, beef and pork barbeque, salads, sides, desert and house baked breads. Beer, wine and spirits are available for purchase. We would not be able to […]