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Hosted by the North Cascades Institute Class Tuition: $15 The outdoor scene presents an opportunity for all people to connect with our shared earthly home. However, the conservation and recreation fields in the U.S. have been disproportionately shaped by white, able-bodied figures and the trail has not been a welcoming place for diverse people. While Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) have always been out on the trail despite this history, we're now seeing a welcome increase in participation, […]

This film is hosted by the Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center Join us online Thursday, November 4 for a family friendly presentation and film “Why Bears?” with Dr. Chrisheen Servheen. Dr. Servheen is one of the leading grizzly experts in the United States and one of the leading experts on bear conservation in the world. This presentation is about the worldwide efforts focused on black bear and grizzly conservation in the Cascades.   REGISTER HERE Register in advance for this webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email […]

Date: Wed, 11/10/2021 Time: 12 PM - 3 PM Location: End of Maiden Lane, access to Balsamroot Trail south TH Chelan-Douglas Land Trust invites you to plant over 300 native big sagebrush seedlings in the Wenatchee Foothills, within the footprint of both the 2012 and 2015 wildfires. The seeds were collected nearby in 2020 by CDLT volunteers.  Derby Canyon Natives in Peshastin grew the seedlings.  The planting area is important mule deer wintering habitat. Our efforts to return woody sagebrush […]

Join the Wenatchee Valley Museum on Wednesday, November 10 at 7 PM for an evening with Randy Lewis and Bill Layman to mark the release of their new book “Sunset and Moonrise on the Great Chief- The Ruling Spirit of the Columbia.” Come hear the authors talk about the book which is their third book collaboration. In this publication, Bill and Randy offer a glimpse into the life and times of adventurer artist James Everett Stuart. More importantly, they speak […]

Location: Saddle Rock Trailhead Shelter You are warmly invited to join CDLT and artist-conservationist Jeanne Dodds for a two-hour workshop exploring local native Columbia Basin plants, wildlife and places. You will explore Wenatchee area ecology through the visual arts, learning about natural science illustration techniques including graphite drawing and watercolor. We'll reference a range of species and objects for our illustrations, combining imagery to produce color artworks reflective of place. This workshop is suitable for those of you who identify […]

Event hosted by Class with a Glass Location: 134 North Mission Street Wenatchee, WA 98801 Create this new original with acrylics (Autumn's Path) on canvas while enjoying a relaxing evening in our spacious art studio. Beginners are welcome! Beverages from the bar are available for an additional purchase. For more information click here.

Date: Sat, 11/13/2021 Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Location: Spiva Butte Chelan-Douglas Land Trust and Conservation Northwest invite you to join a Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, work party to help collect big sagebrush seeds.  We welcome families and volunteers of all ages and abilities, who will enjoy spending a day in the sagebrush grasslands of rural NE Douglas County where it is usually windy and cold.  The location is 1-1/2 hour drive from Wenatchee, 2-1/2 hours from Spokane, and 1-1/2 […]

Red Barn Event: Orca - Shared Waters, Shared Home Tuesday, November 16th 7:00PM-8:30PM @ WRI Red Barn In Orca: Shared Waters, Shared Home journalist Lynda V. Mapes explores the natural history of the orca and the unique challenges for survival of the Southern Resident group that frequents Puget Sound. These whales are among the most urban in the world, a focus of researchers, tourists, and politicians alike. Once referred to as "blackfish" and still known as "killer whales," orcas were for […]

Hosted by Inspirations Ceramic & Art Cafe Design your own fall inspired fused glass! Beginners welcome! Our sample is meant to inspire you, we have tons of fall images printed out to help plan your design. We will teach you how to all of the glass tools, along with sharing tips and tricks on layering and designing. $60 ticket includes: - 10" round glass base - instruction and all supplies - reserves your seat - FUN Info: - This class […]

The Lake Chelan Nordic Club will be having a work day at Echo Ridge on November 20th at 10:00 a.m. to prepare for Nordic season. The focus of the work day will be to prune and brush the "Pops" trails. Meet at the lower lot (the lot right before the upper lot). Bring gloves and pruners if you have them. For more information click here.

Location for Gear Swap: Riverfront Rock Gym at 1319 Walla Walla Avenue Wenatchee, WA 98801 Join Riverfront Rock Gym to support the Washington Anchor Replacement Project (W.A.R.P.) at a gear swap event! It is going to be a great day to purchase some great gear, to support W.A.R.P., to meet with your local climbing and outdoor community and to have some fun indoor climbing! W.A.R.P. is a non-profit organization through Washington Climbers Coalition with a core mission to replace aging […]

Hosted by Wenatchee River Institute Embrace the coming winter season by joining Wenatchee River Institute and artist, florist and event planner Amy Wall, of Cashmere’s Salt of The Earth, to craft a festive wreath and cheer up chilly days. There are two dates available for the in person wreath class --- Friday, Dec. 3rd and Saturday, Dec.4th, from 10:00AM to 12:30PM. We are also offering the option to pick up a DIY packet with all materials to build your wreath […]

Hosted by Wenatchee River Institute Embrace the coming winter season by joining Wenatchee River Institute and artist, florist and event planner Amy Wall, of Cashmere’s Salt of The Earth, to craft a festive wreath and cheer up chilly days. There are two dates available for the in person wreath class --- Friday, Dec. 3rd and Saturday, Dec.4th, from 10:00AM to 12:30PM. We are also offering the option to pick up a DIY packet with all materials to build your wreath […]