Women’s Escape at Mission Ridge
2026-04-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-21 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-19 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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.

Wenatchee Run Club
2026-04-08 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-15 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-22 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-29 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-06 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-13 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-20 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

WenOut Kids Thursday's
2026-04-09 15:30 - 16:30
Due to changing spring weather conditions, event details may change. Please be sure to check our website and social media channels for the most up-to-date information, updates, or cancellations before attending.
Date: 4/9/2026
Time: 3:30
Location: Wenatchee River Institute, 347 Division St, Leavenworth, WA 98826
Guest: Join Angela as she leads the kids through the WRI Story Walk on campus! 📖🌳 Fun stories, fresh air, and outdoor adventure await!
Details: The Wenatchee River Institute Story Walk offers a charming way for families to engage with nature and literacy simultaneously along the Leavenworth waterfront. Located on the WRI campus, this self-guided activity features deconstructed pages of a children’s picture book installed on signposts along a gentle, shaded trail. The walk covers a distance of 0.25 to 0.4 miles, making it an easy, accessible loop for strollers and young children. With stories that rotate seasonally to reflect the changing environment, it provides a fresh and educational outdoor experience that is free and open to the public year-round.
*Children must be accompanied by an adult*

Washington BHA & WRI-Black Bear Bonanza
2026-04-11 09:00 - 20:00
Bring the whole family out for a hands-on, community-focused day centered on black bears, conservation, and living responsibly in bear country.
The Washington Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers is teaming up with the Wenatchee River Institute, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, the U.S. Forest Service, and the City of Leavenworth to host an all-ages educational event rooted in safety, stewardship, and collaboration.
The Black Bear Bonanza will feature practical bear conflict-prevention education, bear biology and population insights from local experts, live demonstrations, youth activities, and conversations about the cultural, ecological, and conservation role of regulated bear hunting. Whether you’re a hiker, hunter, parent, or simply curious about the wildlife we share this landscape with, there’s something here for everyone.
Join neighbors, educators, and conservation partners to learn, connect, and help reduce bear-human conflict while building a better understanding of Washington’s black bears.
More info and RSVP at the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers page.

Trail Tales at Icicle Brewing
2026-04-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Icicle Brewing Company, 935 Front Street, Leavenworth, 98826, United States
We are thrilled to announce a fresh partnership with Icicle Brewing to help keep our local trails thriving! Throughout the months of April, May, and June, our “wild backyard” gets a little extra love with every pour. For every pint of Enchantments beer purchased at the brewery, Icicle Brewing will donate $1 directly to Wenatchee Outdoors. It is a fantastic way to enjoy a local favorite while contributing to the community resources, maps, and advocacy that keep us all moving through the beautiful terrain of North Central Washington.
To kick off this collaboration, we invite you to join us this Wednesday for “Trail Tales,” an open-mic storytelling night dedicated to our shared outdoor adventures. Whether you have a legendary story of being humbled by the Enchantments, a hilarious account of a gear failure, or a memory of a perfect morning in the North Cascades, we want to hear from you. This is your chance to grab the mic for a five-minute highlight, share a drink with fellow hikers and bikers, and vote for your favorite story of the night. (Storytelling encouraged yet optional)
This gathering is about more than just swapping post-run reports; it’s about turning our collective experiences into “trail magic” for WenOut. Every dollar raised during the evening goes right back into supporting the trails you love. Come ready to toast to the upcoming season, connect with the outdoor community, and share the stories that make our region so special.
We hope to see you there!

WenOut Kids Thursday's
2026-04-16 15:30 - 16:30
Due to changing spring weather conditions, event details may change. Please be sure to check our website and social media channels for the most up-to-date information, updates, or cancellations before attending.
Date: 4/16/2026
Time: 3:30
Location: Rocky Reach Dam, 5000 State Hwy 97A, Wenatchee, WA 98801
**We will meet at the lower park shelter area**
Guest: Kristin Lodge from Rocky Reach Discovery Center
Details: We will have representatives from the Rocky Reach Dam helping us learn about salmon for our nature and conservation inspired learning! This will take place in the lower sheltered area at the Rocky Reach Discovery Center. Kids can play on the playground following the salmon activities or explore around the Discovery Center.
*Children must be accompanied by an adult*

American Red Cross- Wildfire Preparedness Community Event
2026-04-18 09:00 - 14:00
The American Red Cross is hosting a Wildfire Preparedness Community Event in Wenatchee on Saturday, April 18 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and we’re looking for volunteers to help us share simple, actionable preparedness information with nearby households.
Wildfire season moves fast — and preparation saves lives.
Volunteers will:

Share basic wildfire safety tips door‑to‑door
Help residents sign up for local emergency alerts
Provide evacuation and defensible space information
Receive all needed training (about 2 hours)

This is a light‑lift, high‑impact way for outdoor‑minded community members to support their neighbors before wildfire season. It could be a great fit for Wenatchee Outdoors members, volunteers, outing leaders, or anyone who enjoys supporting safe outdoor living in the valley.
I’ve attached a flyer with full details. If it feels like a good fit, we’d be grateful if you could share it in your newsletter, on social, or with any groups who might be interested.
If anyone has questions or wants to sign up, they can email us at
NW.Preparedness@redcross.org

International Dark Sky Celebration
2026-04-19 15:30 - 22:00
Join Wenatchee Valley Astronomy Club and Wenatchee River Institute for a Dark Sky Celebration to close out International Dark Sky Week.

If you’ve been to the Red Barn Events, this is like a Red Barn Event Plus- with two fantastic speakers, trivia, family-friendly crafts, and star-gazing!

Join us for all or part of the festivities. BYO Snacks. Beer, wine, and sparkling water will be sold throughout the afternoon.

Event Link

Earth Day Trash Pick-Up
2026-04-22 09:00 - 11:00
Come on down to the Wenatchee River Institute to participate in a community cleanup of all the litter that accumulated over the winter along the riverfront trails.

It’s a great time to get outside to enjoy the beautiful spring wildflowers and birds and to work together to help out our natural areas. We will have gloves and bags available for volunteers! Meet at the WRI parking lot. We will walk along the trails and pick up any trash that we find. Extra points for microplastics!

Tell us you’re joining by heading to the event link below and RSVP!

Event Link

WenOut Kids Thursday's
2026-04-23 15:30 - 16:30
Due to changing spring weather conditions, event details may change. Please be sure to check our website and social media channels for the most up-to-date information, updates, or cancellations before attending.
Date: 4/23/2026
Time: 3:30
Location: Old Butte via Jacobson Trail head
Guest: Jenise Coates a Wenatchee Outdoors volunteer
Details: We will be hiking the Old Butte trail while reading the story boards along the way. We will start at the Jacobson Trailhead. This hike will be about 1.6 miles round trip with about 200-400 feet elevation gain. Jenise Coates will join us for a discussion about nature journaling during the hike. *Please bring a blank journal or notebook to practice nature journaling* (if possible)
*Children must be accompanied by an adult*

WRI 5th Annual Trashion Show
2026-04-24 17:30 - 19:30
Registration for teams is open! Click here or look for the link below to sign up to design and model your outfit!
Save the date for Wenatchee River Institute’s 5th Annual Trashion Show! This fashion show will showcase wearable art made from recycled and repurposed materials. Come check out the creative pieces built by your neighbors! Team categories this year include: adult, youth, and family. Prizes are available for each category, plus a People’s Choice Award where audience members will get to vote for their favorite outfit.
This event is held outside on the WRI River Haus Lawn. Bring snacks, a picnic blanket, or camp chair to make yourself comfortable. We will have some chairs available as well. Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages will be for sale during this event.
No registration is required to attend this event as an audience member. Just show up and enjoy the fun!
This is a free event in partnership with the Wenatchee River Institute, Sustainable NCW, Eastside Rebuild, and wonderful volunteers. If you wish to contribute to offset the costs of staff time and supplies used for this loved community event, you can donate at the link below.
Click here for Event Link

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

WenOut Kids Thursday's
2026-04-30 15:30 - 16:30
Due to changing spring weather conditions, event details may change. Please be sure to check our website and social media channels for the most up-to-date information, updates, or cancellations before attending.
Date: 4/30/2026
Time: 3:30
Location: Pybus Public Market, 3 N. Worthen St., Wenatchee, WA 98801
**Meet in the grass near the boat parking lot on the North East corner of the market**
Guest: Jenise Coates, Wenatchee Outdoors volunteer
Details: This will be a wheels outing! Plan to bike, scooter, roller blade, etc. We will start at Pybus and bike for about 30 minutes. Jenise Coates will be back to lead a discussion about nature journaling following the ride. *Please bring a blank journal or notebook to practice nature journaling* (if possible)
*Children must be accompanied by an adult*

WenOut Kids Thursday's
2026-05-07 15:30 - 16:30 | Castlerock Trailhead, 1963 Castlerock Ave, Wenatchee, 98801, United States
Due to changing spring weather conditions, event details may change. Please be sure to check our website and social media channels for the most up-to-date information, updates, or cancellations before attending.
Date: 5/7/2026
Time: 3:30
Location: Castlerock Trailhead, 1963 Castlerock Ave, Wenatchee
Details: We’ll meet at the Castlerock Trailhead and hike the lower Castlerock Loop. Hike is approximately 1 mile. *We practice Leave No Trace at Wenatchee Outdoors, and will do our best to leave the trailhead and area as we found it.*
*Children must be accompanied by an adult*

Entiat Watershed Community Meeting
2026-05-13 16:00 - 18:45
Entiat watershed community meeting will be held Wednesday, May 13th, Entiat Fire Station, 4-6:45 pm, Zoom as backup participation option, food and soft drinks provided.
Please email me with any speaker/topic requests as we still have a few open times available for the May meeting.
As a reminder, please report storm damage to forest service roads you may encounter: Matt Maher at matthew.maher@usda.gov.
Field tours: Please email me if you would like to join us for Entiat habitat project tours, the morning of May 12th (informal signup/rsvp).

WRI 24th annual Leavenworth Spring Bird Fest
2026-05-14 - 2026-05-17
The Leavenworth Spring Bird Fest, put on by the Wenatchee River Institute and North Central Washington Audubon Society, occurs every 3rd weekend in May. The annual Leavenworth Spring Bird Fest promotes conservation through educational and recreational activities about birds, wildlife, and their environments.
Come bird with us, discovering the natural beauty and wonders of North Central Washington! Celebrate the return of migratory birds in the midst of peak wildflower season. Enjoy the excitement of birding field trips and workshops. Take part in speaker events, music, visual arts, picnics, and activities for all ages and abilities. All of this is happening in beautiful Leavenworth, WA and throughout the Wenatchee River Valley. Bird Fest happens in association with World Migratory Bird Day. Bird Fest contributes a list of all birds seen during the festival to eBird, the world’s largest biodiversity-related community science project.
For all current Bird Fest info, click the link below.
Click here for more information

CONTACT INFO
programs@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org
509-548-0181

WenOut Kids Thursday's
2026-05-14 15:30 - 16:30 | Squilchuck State Park, 2805 Mission Ridge Road, Wenatchee, 98801, United States
Due to changing spring weather conditions, event details may change. Please be sure to check our website and social media channels for the most up-to-date information, updates, or cancellations before attending.
Date: 5/14/2026
Time: 3:30
Location: Squilchuck State Park, 2805 Mission Ridge Road, Wenatchee
Guest: Thom Schroeder, Wenatchee Outdoors President
Details: Come ride the pump track at Squilchuck State Park! BYOB- bring your own bike. Discover Pass required to park at Squilchuck!
*Children must be accompanied by an adult*

WRI Bird Fest Community Fair
2026-05-16 10:00 - 15:00
Join Us for the Annual Bird Fest Community Fair!
A highlight of the festival season is back! We invite you to the Bird Fest Community Fair—a gathering for families, youth, and adults to celebrate birds, wildlife, and the beautiful Wenatchee Valley.
Continuing our tradition of an extended schedule, the fair remains open later into the afternoon so you can head over straight from your morning birding field trips. Enjoy a full afternoon of art and nature activities, guided walks, and live music from local musicians. With a wide variety of artists and vendors on-site, there is truly something for everyone to enjoy.
Are you interested in being a vendor? Please contact Angela Crampton at acrampton@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org.
For more information click here

CONTACT INFO
Angela Crampton
acrampton@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org
509-548-0181 ext. 7

WRI Birders' BBQ
2026-05-16 17:00 - 18:30
Come join us to celebrate Bird Fest and enjoy a dinner! Socialize with your fellow birders before the Keynote Address begins.
*Please RSVP for this event no later than May 9th*
Location: Wenatchee River Institute, 347 Division St, Leavenworth, WA 98826
Dinner will be provided by Ravenous Catering. Menu coming soon.
Your ticket includes an entree which must be selected on registration, sides, and 1 free drink. Beer from Icicle Brewing Company and wine will be available for purchase.
The BBQ will take place outside on the lawn at Wenatchee River Institute. Register by May 9th to reserve your ticket. Buy your BBQ ticket and find all other Bird Fest trip registrations in mid-March.
Come back to this page for a full menu once it becomes available.
Click here for more information and to Register.
