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SUMMARY:Special Olympics
DESCRIPTION:Special Olympics \nLocation: Icicle Trail at Fish Hatchery \nBack loop of the Icicle River Trails will be closed for all trail users except for those participating\, volunteering or spectating at the Special Olympics Event.\nMore than 1\,500 Special Olympics athletes will represent Washington hometowns ranging from Bellingham to Vancouver and Seattle to Spokane at the 2020 Special Olympics Washington Winter Games in Wenatchee\, Feb. 28 – March 1\, 2020\nOpening Ceremonies will be held at the Town Toyota Center in Wenatchee on Friday\, Feb. 28. All events are FREE to the general public.\nAthletes from across the state will converge on Wenatchee\, Mission Ridge Ski Resort and Leavenworth to compete in six sports during the three-day event: Alpine Skiing\, Cross Country Skiing\, Figure Skating\, Snowboarding and Basketball. The 1\,500 athletes will be supported by nearly 300 coaches and 700 volunteers.\nSpectators are always welcome! \nMore info here \nFriday\, Feb. 28th / 12:30pm – 2:30pm / Leavenworth Sports Club – Fish Hatchery (Preliminaries)\nSaturday\, Feb. 29th / 9:00am – 4:00pm / Leavenworth Sports Club – Fish Hatchery\nSunday\, March 1st / 9:30am – 3:30pm / Leavenworth Sports Club – Fish Hatchery
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/special-olympics/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200228T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200228T190000
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SUMMARY:Wild Ideas with C.D.L.T.
DESCRIPTION:Date: Fri\, 02/28/2020\nTime: 5:30-7:00 pm\nLocation: Pybus Event Center \nRSVP appreciated but not required \nCatch 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: \nBeer & wine available for purchase ($5 cash only)\, complimentary non-alcoholic drinks and finger foods provided by CDLT and Land Trust members\,\nthree short\, inspiring 8-minute talks that give you a taste about interesting topics about our local land and water. \nThis year\, we have:\nContinuing Adventures of Bat Boy with an Introduction to Local Bats with Neal Hedges\nChelsea Murphy of @she_colorsnature’s 5 Favorite Hikes in the Area for Kids \nAn update from CDLT Executive Director Curt Soper on What’s Happening in Conservation in 2020 \nWhether you’re a long-time Land Trust member or just want to hear more\, join us for Wild Ideas. Afterwards\, grab dinner in Pybus Market and check out the Friday night music!\nRSVPs appreciated but not required. RSVP either online or by calling (509) 667-9708. \nFinger foods to share welcome! Sign up here\, or contact Hillary for details at (509) 667-9708 or hillary@cdlandtrust.org.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/wild-ideas-with-c-d-l-t/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200229T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200229T210000
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SUMMARY:Ski & Ride for a Cure at Stevens Pass
DESCRIPTION: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. \nParticipants of all ages and skills engage in friendly competition for prizes in two categories:\nTop Fundraiser Individual & Top Fundraisers Team \nParticipants who raise $250+ dollars by February 25\, 2020 will be invited to a VIP luncheon. \nThis year’s event will also include a bunch of fun activities throughout the day\, including a 5-card draw run\, on-mountain scavenger hunt\, costume contest\, raffle\, music\, and more! \nJoin your fellow skiers & boarders and enjoy a day on the mountain with friends and family.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/ski-ride-for-a-cure-at-stevens-pass/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200229T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200229T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001643
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SUMMARY:Mountain Music Series at Mission Ridge
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThe Mission Ridge Mountain Music Series is an all ages event. \nAbout: Take it to Space will a rich\, bold tasty blend of Funk\, Soul\, R&B\, Disco\, Dance and World Music. We are infectiously committed to high quality live performances and sophisticated music making and blasting you with our hypnotic grooves all night long!
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/mountain-music-series-at-mission-ridge/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200229T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200229T220000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001643
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SUMMARY:Chelan County Volunteer Search & Rescue-Dinner & Auction
DESCRIPTION:Location: Pybus Public Market \nPlease join us for an evening of fun\, food and excitement at our benefit silent and live auction. \nFunds raised from the auctions will be used for training and equipment to keep our teams prepared for their missions! \nThere 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. \nWe would not be able to do what we do without support from our community! We sincerely appreciate all of the fantastic support that we continue to get from our local community! \nFor more information click here.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/chelan-county-volunteer-search-rescue-dinner-auction/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200303T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200303T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001643
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SUMMARY:Fly Tying Series with W.R.I.
DESCRIPTION:Fly Tying Series with Wenatchee Valley Fly Fishers’ Bruce Merighi and the Wenatchee River Institute \nDo 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. \nEnjoy small-group instruction by Merighi and the Wenatchee Valley Fly Fishers\, assisted by the Trout Unlimited Icicle Valley Chapter. Learn about fly-fishing equipment\, philosophy and the basic entomological connections between aquatic food sources and local fish -with minimal Latin. Each student will come away with an understanding of beginning fly tying techniques\, including the use of tools and various fly tying materials enabling the independent tying of diverse patterns. \n“Tying a fly is more than bringing together materials to create a lure. It’s realizing you must learn so much more in order to fish correctly with a fly. Its not just randomly trolling\, casting with large lures\, or chucking a glob of fish food out from shore in hopes a fish might randomly swim by and take the bait. It’s first understanding why a fish would take your offering and then bringing together those materials to create an appealing fly\,” tells Merighi. \nMerighi received his first fly-fishing outfit for his 8th birthday. After losing most of the flies from the kit amongst tree branches and between deep rocks\, he bought a few hooks\, gathered a few strands of Christmas tinsel and together with dust bunnies collected from under his bed\, he tied his first flies. From then on\, Merighi was hooked! \nFind out more about observing the natural habitat of the fish species you are perusing to determine the best appearance and action of your entomological creation. You will then be able to experience the satisfaction of catching fish with your own hand tied flies. \nAll materials and tools are provided. Students will leave with 6-8 flies to begin new fly-fishing adventures. Class size is limited to 12\, is designed for ages 15 and up with skill levels from beginner to Intermediate. Please contact Rachel Bishop with questions\, rbishop@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org or 509-548-0181 x5. \nSeries cost is $60 for WRI-members and $70 for non-members\, including all five evenings with materials and tools provided. \nEvent link: https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/event-calendar.html/event/2020/02/11/fly-tying-series/274359\nAdditional Links: http://wenatcheevalleyflyfishers.com/ and https://iciclevalley.tu.org/
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/fly-tying-series-with-w-r-i-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200305T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200305T193000
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SUMMARY:Tell El Sendero Your Backcountry Thoughts
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by El Sendero Backcountry Ski & Snowshoe Club \nLocation: Wenatchee Valley Museum \nDate: Thursday March 5th 5:30-7:30pm \n  \nHello fellow backcountry user! \nYou’ve probably heard of the proposed development pertaining to the Mission Ridge Ski Area. It is a big project with a new road traversing into a village area\, 873 homes and condo units\, a 50 room hotel\, and new lifts giving easier access to some of the surrounding backcountry. This private development will impact how we all access and experience our public lands in the Greater Mission Ridge Backcountry which includes Mission Peak\, Stemilt Basin\, Lake Clara\, and Squilchuck Park environs. \nHere is a link to the proposed phasing map which will give you an idea of the scale of the project. \nEl Sendero Backcountry Ski and Snowshoe Club advocates for quiet wintertime backcountry users\, but has not yet taken a position on the proposed development. We are now wanting to talk to backcountry enthusiasts so that we can understand and appropriately advocate for your values\, desires and concerns. \nWhether you hike\, bike\, snowshoe\, backcountry ski\, cross-country ski or snowboard in the greater Mission Ridge backcountry\, we want to hear from you. \nPlease join us for a moderated community conversation at the Wenatchee Valley Museum on Thursday\, March 5 (5:30 to 7:30 pm). \n• Learn about the proposed changes at the Squilchuck headwaters\n• Share your thoughts on how the proposal might affect your backcountry experience\n• Hear what others are thinking\n• Help El Sendero develop a public position on the proposal
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/tell-el-sendero-your-backcountry-thoughts/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200306T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200306T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001643
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SUMMARY:Landscapes & Landforms of the Okanogan Highlands
DESCRIPTION:Where: Community Cultural Center of Tonasket\, 411 S. Western Ave\nWhen: Friday\, March 6\, 2020\n• 5:15 – Dinner benefitting the CCC\n• 6:30 – Presentation by Karl Lillquist\, free to the public\nCost: Presentation is free; dinner is $10 per plate; desserts by donation (benefit for the CCC) \nLandscapes and Landforms of the Okanogan Highlands\, with Karl Lillquist \nEvent Description: Okanogan Highlands Alliance (OHA) and the Okanogan Land Trust (OLT) are excited to announce a three-part series of educational events focused on geology. OHA is hosting the first event on Friday\, March 6th\, when Dr. Karl Lillquist returns to Tonasket. “This landscape has been shaped by various tectonic\, weathering\, landslide\, stream\, glacier\, and wind-related processes\,” Lillquist says. “Most important of these was glaciation by the Okanogan Lobe of the Cordilleran Icesheet. With a focus on glaciation\, we will explore the origins and evolution of landscapes and landforms in the Okanogan Highlands.” Karl’s special interest in geomorphology\, a field focusing on landforms and how they originated\, has intriguing application to the Okanogan Highlands. We hope that you will join us in looking at the Highlands landscape through geologic time — you might never look at our highland hills and valleys the same way again! \nMarch 6\, Event Schedule:\n5:15: Dinner Benefitting the CCC ($10/plate)\n6:30: Presentation\, Free to the Public\, Donations Welcome \nSecond Event: Ice Age Floodscapes of the PNW with Bruce Bjornstad on Wednesday\, March 18 at the PUD No. 1 of Okanogan County \nThird Event: Geology Tour of the Okanogan Highlands on Saturday\, July 18 \nMore Information:\n• Clock hours are available for educators. Please be sure to sign in the day of the event.\n• Donations are always welcome!\n• Questions? Contact Jen at jen@okanoganhighlands.org or 509-429-4399\n• https://okanoganhighlands.org/education/highland-wonders/
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/landscapes-landforms-of-the-okanogan-highlands/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200310T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200310T200000
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SUMMARY:Fly Tying Series with W.R.I.
DESCRIPTION:Fly Tying Series with Wenatchee Valley Fly Fishers’ Bruce Merighi and the Wenatchee River Institute \nDo 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. \nEnjoy small-group instruction by Merighi and the Wenatchee Valley Fly Fishers\, assisted by the Trout Unlimited Icicle Valley Chapter. Learn about fly-fishing equipment\, philosophy and the basic entomological connections between aquatic food sources and local fish -with minimal Latin. Each student will come away with an understanding of beginning fly tying techniques\, including the use of tools and various fly tying materials enabling the independent tying of diverse patterns. \n“Tying a fly is more than bringing together materials to create a lure. It’s realizing you must learn so much more in order to fish correctly with a fly. Its not just randomly trolling\, casting with large lures\, or chucking a glob of fish food out from shore in hopes a fish might randomly swim by and take the bait. It’s first understanding why a fish would take your offering and then bringing together those materials to create an appealing fly\,” tells Merighi. \nMerighi received his first fly-fishing outfit for his 8th birthday. After losing most of the flies from the kit amongst tree branches and between deep rocks\, he bought a few hooks\, gathered a few strands of Christmas tinsel and together with dust bunnies collected from under his bed\, he tied his first flies. From then on\, Merighi was hooked! \nFind out more about observing the natural habitat of the fish species you are perusing to determine the best appearance and action of your entomological creation. You will then be able to experience the satisfaction of catching fish with your own hand tied flies. \nAll materials and tools are provided. Students will leave with 6-8 flies to begin new fly-fishing adventures. Class size is limited to 12\, is designed for ages 15 and up with skill levels from beginner to Intermediate. Please contact Rachel Bishop with questions\, rbishop@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org or 509-548-0181 x5. \nSeries cost is $60 for WRI-members and $70 for non-members\, including all five evenings with materials and tools provided. \nEvent link: https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/event-calendar.html/event/2020/02/11/fly-tying-series/274359\nAdditional Links: http://wenatcheevalleyflyfishers.com/ and https://iciclevalley.tu.org/
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/fly-tying-series-with-w-r-i-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200310T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200310T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001643
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SUMMARY:Envir. Film & Speaker Series: Albatross
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Albatross”\, 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. This event features a no-host bar\, free popcorn\, and treats. \nA documentary that reveals the extent to which plastics are damaging our environment reaching even the most remote places on Earth. \nThis is an adult film with strong emotional content\, so we recommend it for viewers age 12 and above. \nSpecial thanks to the North Central WA Audubon Society for sponsoring this event.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/envir-film-speaker-series-albatross/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200311T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001643
CREATED:20200128T033141Z
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SUMMARY:Tech for Trade: New Tools & Rules for Water Use Efficiency in Ag and Beyond
DESCRIPTION: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). \n3/11/2020 Dr. Claudio O. Stockle WSU Professor and Department Chair\, Biological Systems Engineering\, WSU\n“Technology for trade: new tools and new rules for water use efficiency in agriculture and beyond”\nDr. Claudio Stöckle’s research is in the Land\, Air\, Water Resources and Environmental Engineering (LAWREE) research emphasis area. His focus is on the development and application of analytical tools to study\, understand and manage the interaction between soil\, weather\, and crops. He is particularly interested in modeling the environmental impact of agricultural production at the field and water shed levels and in further enhancement and support of the Agricultural Crop Systems Modeling Software (CROPSYST) he developed.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/tech-for-trade-new-tools-rules-for-water-use-efficiency-in-ag-and-beyond/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200312T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200312T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001643
CREATED:20200224T124130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200224T124130Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Health-What's Eating the Trees?
DESCRIPTION:Wenatchee River Institute Red Barn event\, Forest Health – what’s eating the trees \nWhat does the term forest health really mean? Are insect damage and tree death part of a healthy forest? Find answers to these questions and learn about the amazing ways insects and fungi interact with host trees\, as well as forest tree responses and adaptations\, in Wenatchee River Institute’s (WRI) Red Barn\, 347 Division St.\, on Thu. Mar. 12\, 7-8:30PM. \nConnie Mehmel\, USDA Forest Service Entomologist and Silviculturist (foresters specially trained to care for and cultivate forest trees) will talk about how wildfires and insects can benefit forests and that overstocking and changes in species composition are primary factors contributing to poor forest health in eastern WA. During the presentation\, Mehmel will also explain why increased thinning and managed fire are the most useful tools for improving overall forest health. \n“Large portions of our eastern Washington forests are currently considered in an unhealthy state. An analysis by the Nature Conservancy and the USDA Forest Service identified 2.7 million acres of forest in Central and Eastern Washington that require either natural disturbance or active management to change forest structures to make them more resilient to damaging insects\, pathogens and wildfire\,” said Mehmel. \nA simple love of forests and wildlands sparked Mehmel’s interest in natural resources\, and she enthusiastically pursued her career from there. “The most interesting project I worked on was using pheromones to affect the behavior of bark beetles. I loved the opportunity to work with chemical entomologists\,” reminisced Mehmel. \nThis Red Barn event is in partnership with the Wenatchee Valley Chapter of the WA Native Plant Society. Doors open at 6:30PM for community social\, with beer and wine available for purchase. While this is a free event\, donations are gratefully accepted to benefit WRI youth and adult programs. For more information\, contact Rebecca Ryan at (509)548-0181 x2 or rryan@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org \nEvent link: https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/event-calendar.html/event/2020/03/12/red-barn-event-forest-health-what-s-eating-the-trees/277308
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/forest-health-whats-eating-the-trees/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200313T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200313T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001643
CREATED:20200220T051426Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Shrub Identification Class
DESCRIPTION:Winter Shrub and Twig Identification classes with Jennifer Hadersberger and Wenatchee River Institute \nIf you have ever wondered how to identify trees and shrubs during the winter\, join Wenatchee River Institute and local botanist Jennifer Hadersberger to explore Barn Beach Reserve and Blackbird Island learning about plant identification along the way. \nFri.\, Mar. 13\, 9-11am\, learn to tell plant species apart from one another without the presence of leaves. “[Trees and shrubs] are living through the winter because of seasonal adaptations. They look dead\, but they are alive\,” explains Hadersberger. \nDuring this class\, you will also discover species distribution\, which tells a big part of the landscape’s story. If you are visiting an area for the first time during the winter months\, you will then be able to understand more about the local flora. \nHadersberger is a Professional Wetland Scientist with and MS in Botany from Oregon State University\, and has over 20 years’ experience in natural resources management. Since 2000\, she has been teaching botany and biology classes for various community colleges and through Portland State University’s Environmental Professional Program.\nPlease register soon as class size is limited to 15. Cost is $30 for WRI-members and $35 for non-members. Coffee and tea are provided\, please bring a snack and dress for colder temperatures. Bringing a notepad and pencil is encouraged. \nOn Fri.\, Mar. 20\, 9am-1pm\, Hadersberger will be offering a Winter Twig Identification professional development class for those in the field of wetland delineation. “Because a lot of work doesn’t stop in the winter and site plans are busily being developed\,” said Hadersberger. \nIf you have any questions about either of the two classes\, contact Rachel Bishop\, WRI community education lead\, (509)548-1818 x5\, or rbishop@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org\nEvent link Winter Shrub Identification: https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/event-calendar.html/event/2020/03/13/winter-shrub-identification/274426\nEvent Link Winter Twig Identification professional development class: https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/event-calendar.html/event/2020/03/20/winter-twig-identification-professional-development-class/274431
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/winter-shrub-identification-class/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200316
DTSTAMP:20260410T001643
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SUMMARY:Arlberg Sports Squirrel Cup Invitational
DESCRIPTION:Dates: March 14th & 15th\, 2020\nEvents:\nGS (Men/Women) Saturday\, 3/14/2020\nSuper G – Age Appropriate for U8 – U14 (Men/Women) Sunday\, 3/15/2020\nRace Run – Skookum. Race is accessed by Chair 1 and 3 or Chair 4.\nAges: U8\, U10\, U12\, U14\nRegistration: 7:30 am to 8:30 am each morning prior to the race. Upper level of the Hampton Lodge.\nBibs: Issued in team packets to a coach/parent. Bibs issued on Saturday will be turned in at the end of the day and will be reissued Sunday morning. All racers receive 2 runs each day\, regardless of their first run results. Racers who DSQ or DNF the first run will not be included in the overall results for the day.\nRace Registration: Enter online at https://mrst.us/squirrel-cup-registration/\nEntry Deadline: Friday\, March 6th\, 12:00 pm (Noon) (Entries Received). $25.00 late fee for entries received after that date. Late entries will run at the end of the field. NO phone\, FAX\, or e-mail entries accepted. NO Day of Race Entries accepted.\nCost: $45.00 for 1 day\, or $65.00 for 2 days. Entries received without payment will be considered late entries.\nLifts: $47.00 + tax for competitors 10 & older; 9 and under $10 + tax\, purchase at the Mission Ridge Ticket Office. All competitors must purchase a Racer Ticket from Mission Ridge on the day of the event. Online ticket purchases or\nany other discounted tickets will not be valid for competitors. Checks\, cash or credit card accepted. No other discounts apply.\nBib Deposit: $50 charge for lost or damaged bibs.\nWaiver: All athletes must complete the MRSSA Competition waiver. http://bit.ly/MRST-Race\nCoaches Meeting: Saturday 8:15 am in the upper level of the Hampton Lodge\, near fireplace. Sunday 8:15 am in the upper level of the Hampton Lodge\, near fireplace.\nLift for Competitors: TBD based on field size.\nCourse Inspection:\nSaturday (3/14): Course Inspection 9:15 am – 10:00 am.\nCourse closed at 10:00 am.\n1st Forerunner at 10:05 am. \nSunday (3/15): Course Inspection 9:15 am -10:00 am.\nCourse closed at 10:00 am.\nTraining run followed by race run.\nAwards: Presented 45 minutes after each day’s race\, at the base area podium near the lodge.\nLodging: The Red Lion Hotel – A block of rooms has been arranged for $124.00 + taxes (for 2 people) per night with breakfast included. Ask for the Mission Ridge – Squirrel Cup Invite room block and the dates of the race to receive the special rate. Reservations can be made by calling the hotel direct at 509-663-0711 or click here for the booking link.\nMission Ridge RV Parking Policy: Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort has an RV Parking Policy that can be found here: https://www.missionridge.com/rv-parking-policy-2016-17.\nHELMETS ARE REQUIRED. ABSOLUTELY NO DOGS ALLOWED ON THE HILL.\nPlease make parents and spectators aware that access to the finish arena requires the use of a lift or a 20 minute walk via the summer road behind the lodge. Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort does not allow foot traffic on its ski runs or lifts nor do they provide any form of transportation to the race arena. A Chair #1 only ticket may be purchase for $30.\nQuestions: Contact Cheri Peterson at RaceAdmin@mrst.us or Lindsay Davisson at ysl@mrst.us. No phone calls please.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/arlberg-sports-squirrel-cup-invitational/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200314T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001643
CREATED:20200130T030446Z
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SUMMARY:White River Snowshoe Tour
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sat\, 03/14/2020\nTime: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nLocation: White River (various locations) \nSign up online here. \nJoin Team Naturaleza’s Elisa Lopez and CDLT’s Susan Ballinger for a naturalist’s snowshoe tour of the White River. \nThis trip will explore this special area’s importance to forests\, birds\, mammals and salmon. Stops on the tour will also highlight the American Indian and historical use of the land and current conservation projects. We’ll have a chance to warm up at Tall Timber Ranch Lodge halfway through the day. \nSnowshoers should be able to walk for 4 hours on snowshoes in winter weather over difficult terrain. Please bring snowshoes and poles\, layers\, safety gear\, hat\, gloves\, sunglasses\, snacks and water. Some loaner snowshoes may be available. Binoculars and field guides would be very helpful. No dogs\, please. \nParticipants should bring their own sack lunch. We will warm up in Tall Timber Ranch’s lodge for lunch\, where hot drinks will be available. \nTrip is limited to 10 and is free for Land Trust members. We are reserving and additional 10 slots for Team Naturaleza. Call 509-667-9708 or email hillary@cdlandtrust.org if you have questions.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/white-river-snowshoe-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200318T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200318T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001643
CREATED:20200228T073031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200228T073031Z
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SUMMARY:Up Close & Personal with Bears & Cougars
DESCRIPTION:Wenatchee River Institute Red Barn event\, Up Close and Personal with Bears and Cougars \nOver the past twenty years\, long-term focused research in WA State has resulted in a more complete understanding of the complex world of the area’s carnivore ecology and management. On Wed. Mar. 18\, 7-8:30PM in Wenatchee River Institute’s (WRI) Red Barn\, Rich Beausoleil\, Bear & Cougar Specialist and Karelian Bear Dog Program lead for the Washington Dept. of Fish and Wildlife\, will share research specifics. \nDuring the presentation\, Beausoleil will talk about how bears and cougars live\, interact with each other\, and orient themselves on the landscape. He will discuss carnivore-human interactions and offer needed perspective into what frequently appears to be sea of conflicting interpretations. \n“These animals are often feared and misunderstood. It is my hope to provide scientific facts during the presentation so those attending can understand and appreciate Washington’s apex carnivores\,” said Beausoleil\, who has worked with WA carnivores for more than 22 years. \nDuring 2019 in Leavenworth\, there were significant wildlife-human interactions. Beausoleil wants to stress\, “These interactions were entirely preventable\, but it takes a community-wide commitment to address the root cause of the problem.” This Red Barn event will provide participants with the necessary education and preventative solutions that work to address these causes –and they may not be what you would expect! \nDoors open at 6:30pm for community social with local beer and wine available for purchase. The event is free with donations are gratefully accepted to benefit WRI youth and adult programs. For more information\, contact Rebecca Ryan at (509)548-0181 x2 or rryan@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org \nEvent link: https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/event-calendar.html/event/2020/03/18/red-barn-event-up-close-and-personal-with-bears-and-cougars/274355
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/up-close-personal-with-bears-cougars/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200320T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200320T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001643
CREATED:20200220T051532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200220T051847Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Twig Identification
DESCRIPTION:Winter Shrub and Twig Identification classes with Jennifer Hadersberger and Wenatchee River Institute \nIf you have ever wondered how to identify trees and shrubs during the winter\, join Wenatchee River Institute and local botanist Jennifer Hadersberger to explore Barn Beach Reserve and Blackbird Island learning about plant identification along the way. \nFri.\, Mar. 13\, 9-11am\, learn to tell plant species apart from one another without the presence of leaves. “[Trees and shrubs] are living through the winter because of seasonal adaptations. They look dead\, but they are alive\,” explains Hadersberger. \nDuring this class\, you will also discover species distribution\, which tells a big part of the landscape’s story. If you are visiting an area for the first time during the winter months\, you will then be able to understand more about the local flora. \nHadersberger is a Professional Wetland Scientist with and MS in Botany from Oregon State University\, and has over 20 years’ experience in natural resources management. Since 2000\, she has been teaching botany and biology classes for various community colleges and through Portland State University’s Environmental Professional Program.\nPlease register soon as class size is limited to 15. Cost is $30 for WRI-members and $35 for non-members. Coffee and tea are provided\, please bring a snack and dress for colder temperatures. Bringing a notepad and pencil is encouraged. \nOn Fri.\, Mar. 20\, 9am-1pm\, Hadersberger will be offering a Winter Twig Identification professional development class for those in the field of wetland delineation. “Because a lot of work doesn’t stop in the winter and site plans are busily being developed\,” said Hadersberger. \nIf you have any questions about either of the two classes\, contact Rachel Bishop\, WRI community education lead\, (509)548-1818 x5\, or rbishop@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org\nEvent link Winter Shrub Identification: https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/event-calendar.html/event/2020/03/13/winter-shrub-identification/274426\nEvent Link Winter Twig Identification professional development class: https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/event-calendar.html/event/2020/03/20/winter-twig-identification-professional-development-class/274431
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/winter-twig-identification/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200324T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200324T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001644
CREATED:20200130T033340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200130T033340Z
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SUMMARY:Envir. Film & Speaker Series: Canoeing the Vanishing Arctic
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Canoeing the Vanishing Arctic: Down the Hood River to the Arctic Sound”\, 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. This event features a no-host bar\, free popcorn\, and treats. \nThis presentation by Andy Dappen will cover a canoe trip that local Wenatchee residents embarked on in order to explore the rapidly-changing Arctic. \nFor more information click here.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/envir-film-speaker-series-canoeing-the-vanishing-arctic/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200325T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200325T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001644
CREATED:20200224T124502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200224T124502Z
UID:10000905-1585162800-1585168200@wenatcheeoutdoors.org
SUMMARY:Chehalis River at a Crossroads with W.R.I.
DESCRIPTION:Wenatchee River Institute Red Barn event\, Chehalis River at a crossroads \nThe Chehalis River is at a crossroads – will a proposed flood control dam bring the river’s Chinook Salmon to extinction? On Wed. Mar. 25\, 7-8:30PM in the Wenatchee River Institute’s Red Barn\, Lee First of Twin Harbors Waterkeeper\, will present on the lesser-known Chehalis River located in southwest WA. \nThe Chehalis River is the homeland of the Confederated Tribe of the Chehalis\, who have lived with the river and its flooding for thousands of years\, it is also the largest watershed located entirely within the state of Washington. And while the Chehalis produces more salmon than any other river in WA\, its salmon resources are now less than 80% of what they once were. \nAlthough the era of dam building is behind us\, flooding increased by climate change\, aggressive logging\, and construction\, now threatens businesses\, farms and communities. Because the Chehalis River is flood-prone\, the Chehalis River Basin Flood Control Zone District and Lewis County commissioners aspire to dam the river’s headwaters. Yet should a dam be constructed\, the Spring and Fall Chinook that spawn upstream of the proposed site will suffer severe blows to their numbers. \nA lifelong canoeist\, in May of 2019 First paddled the length of the Chehalis River\, from its headwaters to the ocean. He will tell the story of the river’s amazing resources\, the threats posed by a dam\, development and forestry\, as well as describe how restorative alternatives should be given full consideration before dam building is planned. \nA member of the International Waterkeeper Alliance\, Twin Harbors Waterkeeper’s mission is to protect water quality in the Chehalis River\, Grays Harbor and Willapa Bay Watersheds so that its local waterways remain swimmable\, fishable and drinkable for future generations. For the past 13 years\, First has also worked as\, and alongside\, the North Sound Baykeeper and the Spokane Riverkeeper. \nDoors open at 6:30pm for community social with local beer and wine available for purchase. While this is a free event\, donations are gratefully accepted to benefit WRI youth and adult programs. For more information\, contact Rebecca Ryan at (509)548-0181 x2 or rryan@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org \nEvent link: https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/event-calendar.html/event/2020/03/25/red-barn-event-the-chehalis-at-a-crossroads/283465
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/chehalis-river-at-a-crossroads-with-w-r-i/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200326T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200326T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001644
CREATED:20200130T030740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200130T030740Z
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SUMMARY:eBirding at Mnt. Home Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Date-Thu\, 03/26/2020\n\n\nTime-7:30am-11:00am\n\n\nLocation\nMountain Home Preserve\n\n\n\n\nMountain Home Preserve eBird Monitoring Project \nWould you like to spend a weekday morning hiking\, viewing wildlife\, wildflowers\, and snow-capped mountains\, while being part of a small team collecting bird species data?  Community Science Projects are collaborations between scientists and volunteers that expand opportunities for scientific data collection and help answer real-world questions. Learn more about becoming a CDLT citizen scientist volunteer by contacting Conservation Fellow\, Susan Ballinger at susan@cdlandtrust.org or call 509-667-9708. \nDates: March 26\, April 23\, May 21\, June 25\, July 30\, August 20\, September 24\, October 22\, November 19 \nMeeting at 7:30 am at the Safeway store in Leavenworth\, or Susan will pick up carpoolers in Wenatchee at 7 am at the Penny Road Park and Ride. We walk a 2.2-mile route\, stopping at 5 points to conduct 10-minute counts. \nPlease note: contact Susan by cell phone 24-hours ahead (509-669-7820) to confirm\, because changing weather conditions can result in canceling the route.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/ebirding-at-mnt-home-preserve/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200326T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200326T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001644
CREATED:20200307T220847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200307T220928Z
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SUMMARY:Jacobson Preserve-Trail Maintenance with E.M.B.A.
DESCRIPTION:Jacobson Preserve – trail maintenance with Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance \nDate: Thu\, Mar 26\, 2020\nTime: 3pm – 6pm\nWork Party Lead: Al Murphy\nMeetup Location: Jacobson Preserve \nWhat to expect\nNo experience necessary\nAll tools will be provided\nExpect to be physically active and to work at your own pace\nUneven terrain of all types \nWhat to Wear\nClothing for all weather conditions\nSturdy Footwear\, boots recommended\nLong pants\nWork gloves if you have them\nLong-sleeved shirt recommended\nEye protection recommended (glasses\, sunglasses or safety glasses) \nWhat to Bring\nA backpack to carry your personal gear\nA jacket or coat in case of cold weather\nSnacks/Lunch\nWater \nFor more information click here.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/jacobson-preserve-trail-maintenance-with-e-m-b-a/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200326T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001644
CREATED:20200307T230046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200307T230046Z
UID:10000553-1585242000-1585252800@wenatcheeoutdoors.org
SUMMARY:2020 RunWenatchee Trails in Motion Film Fest
DESCRIPTION:The Ledlenser Trails In Motion Film Festival is an annual international film tour for the community\, by the community\, bringing a collection of the finest trail and ultra running films to passionate audiences around the world. Join like-minded trail runners and adventure sports enthusiasts at engaging film festival-styled events as they come together to celebrate the diverse culture of the sport. \nPresenting four richly unique films\, the 8th edition of the world tour sets out to highlight the lives of some of trail and ultra running’s most prominent characters\, and in the process\, sharing not only their deep connection with their local community\, but also the challenges they face as they continue to pursue a life guided by the trails. Join thousands of like-minded trail and outdoor enthusiasts at more than 200 screenings around the world\, as they come together to celebrate the community and culture of the sport. \nDoors open at 5pm for the opportunity to meet Trail Running Industry Vendors from Altra\, Salomon\, HOKA\, Hammer Nutrition and others from our Local trail running community will be in attendance as well\, showcasing new gear\, nutrition\, and local races. Light snacks and beverages will be available to attendees. \nFilms start at 6:15pm. \nLocation: Pybus Public Market in Wenatchee \nCo Sponsored by Performance Footwear\, Cascade Subaru and RunWenatchee. \nFor more information click here.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/2020-runwenatchee-trails-in-motion-film-fest/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200326T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200326T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001644
CREATED:20200229T224139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200229T224139Z
UID:10000910-1585245600-1585249200@wenatcheeoutdoors.org
SUMMARY:Science on Tap! The Cosmic Crisp Apple
DESCRIPTION:Wenatchee River Institute’s Science on Tap! the Cosmic Crisp Apple\, at Badger Mountain Brewing \nOn Thu. Mar. 26\, 6-7pm at Badger Mountain Brewing\, 1 Orondo Ave.\, learn about the Cosmic Crisp® apple that took more than 20 years to develop by the WA apple industry. Presenter Kate Evans\, a pome fruit breeder\, is one of the WSU researchers who helped to develop this delicious fruit. Evans will discuss and offer insight into the process and background of the Cosmic Crisp® project. \nThis is a free event with donations gratefully accepted benefiting Wenatchee River Institute (WRI) youth and adult programs. $1 raffle tickets will also be sold for Badger Mountain Brewing and WRI goods. For more information\, contact Rachel Bishop at (509)548-0181 x5 rbishop@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org \nEvent link and registration here: https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/event-calendar.html/event/2020/03/26/science-on-tap-cosmic-crisp/281943
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/science-on-tap-the-cosmic-crisp-apple/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200404T063000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200404T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001644
CREATED:20200107T130516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200404T123912Z
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SUMMARY:Ancient Lakes Trail Run 50M\, 50k\, 25k\, 10k
DESCRIPTION:A note from the WenOut Staff: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, please contact the organization hosting the event or check their website or Facebook page to verify if the event is continuing to take place. Thank you. \nHosted by Run Super Series \nExperience the Magic of Ancient Lakes! 50 Miler\, 50k\, 25k\, 10k \nCome experience the magic of the Ancient Lakes in the heart Washington Desert in this unique trail race! These trails are truly spectacular and will allow you to experience the best the desert has to offer\, taking you on a journey through canyon-like gorges\, along the shores of ancient desert lakes and to the base of cascading waterfalls. You will feel like you are in the desert southwest but with a Washington flare. With a distance for everyone\, and the same great support and swag you have come to expect from Run Super Series events\, this is an event you won’t want to miss at this exciting new venue! \nCourse Description\nWith a unique cloverleaf design\, our scenic course will allow you to experience the best of the Ancient Lakes area. The larger 25k loop features 3 smaller loops\, each beginning and ending at a common aid station. The 25k loop features about 2\,800’ of rolling up and down\, with no single climb or descent more than 400’. The trails are primarily single track. The first loop will take you to the a spectacular waterfall and then run along the shores of the Ancient Lakes. The green loop will run out to yet another lake and feature a return trip through some canyon like desert terrain. The blue loop will drop you down into the Columbia River Gorge\, and have you run along the river before climbing back out and rolling to the finish line. The 50k will run the 25k course twice and the 50M will run the 25k course three times with an additional red loop. The 10k course will run on portions of the red and green loop and will have about 1\,000’ of elevation gain. Trails are primarily single track. \nFor tickets and more information click here.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/ancient-lakes-trail-run-50m-50k-25k-10k/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200404T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200404T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001644
CREATED:20200307T221248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200404T123955Z
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SUMMARY:Work Party at Sage Hills with E.M.B.A.
DESCRIPTION:A note from the WenOut Staff: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, please contact the organization hosting the event or check their website or Facebook page to verify if the event is continuing to take place. Thank you. \nDate: Sat\, Apr 04\, 2020\nTime: 9am-2pm\nRiding Area-Sage Hills\nWork Party Lead: Al Murphy \nProject Description\nWho: All the great folks that enjoy using the beautiful trails in the Wenatchee Foothills\nWhat: Enjoy a great day of out-of-doors activity with a great group of trail users and enthusiast\nWhy: Accomplish early season trail maintenance of all of the foothill trails.\nTools and supervision will be provided\, wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Snacks\, lunch and drinks will be provided by a special out of town chef who will be providing exquisite cuisine. Bring your water bottle\, gloves and be ready for a wonderful day of rewarding work and fun!\nMeetup Location\nHorse Lake Trailhead\nDirections\nFrom Wenatchee Avenue\, head uphill (west) on Horse Lake Road. Follow the road 3/4 of a mile past residential neighborhoods. At this point the road will turn to dirt. After 3 miles\, the trailhead will be on the right \nFor more information click here.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/work-party-at-sage-hills-with-e-m-b-a/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200411T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001644
CREATED:20200304T025227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200404T121454Z
UID:10000917-1586595600-1586613600@wenatcheeoutdoors.org
SUMMARY:E.M.B.A. Work Party at Sage Hills!
DESCRIPTION:A note from the WenOut Staff: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, please contact the organization hosting the event or check their website or facebook page to verify if the event is continuing to take place. Thank you.  \nDate: Sat\, Apr 11\, 2020\nTime: 9am-2pm\nRiding Area: Sage Hills\nWork Party Lead: Al Murphy\nProject Description\nWho: All the great folks that enjoy using the beautiful trails in the Wenatchee Foothills\nWhat: Enjoy a great day of out-of-doors activity with a great group of trail users and enthusiast\nWhy: Accomplish early season trail maintenance of all of the foothill trails.\nTools and supervision will be provided\, wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Snacks\, lunch and drinks will be provided by a special out of town chef who will be providing exquisite cuisine. Bring your water bottle\, gloves and be ready for a wonderful day of rewarding work and fun!\nMeetup Location: Horse Lake Trailhead \nFor more information click here.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/e-m-b-a-work-party-at-sage-hills/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200414T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200414T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001644
CREATED:20200130T033957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200404T121724Z
UID:10000872-1586890800-1586898000@wenatcheeoutdoors.org
SUMMARY:Envir. Film & Speaker Series: The Beaver Believers
DESCRIPTION:A note from the WenOut Staff: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, please contact the organization hosting the event or check their website or Facebook page to verify if the event is continuing to take place. Thank you.  \nEnvironmental Film & Speaker Series: The Beaver Believers\nApril 14 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM \nJoin us for “The Beaver Believers”\, 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. This event features a no-host bar\, free popcorn\, and treats. \nThis documentary tells the story of restoring beavers to the watersheds of the American West by a most unlikely group of activists. \nFor more information click here. \nSpecial thanks to Trout Unlimited for sponsoring this event.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/envir-film-speaker-series-the-beaver-believers/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200415T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001644
CREATED:20200128T033331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200404T121944Z
UID:10000506-1586966400-1586970000@wenatcheeoutdoors.org
SUMMARY:Native Bees of WA
DESCRIPTION:A note from the WenOut Staff: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, please contact the organization hosting the event or check their website or Facebook page to verify if the event is continuing to take place. Thank you. \nAll 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). \n4/15/2020          Dr. Don Rolfs\, Lifelong Naturalist\, Retired Periodontist\, Community Member \n“Native Bees of Washington State” \nFormally trained in Native Bee biology\, Dr. Don Rolfs has\, for more than a decade\, focused his field work\, laboratory work and photographic skills on the 600+ species of Native Bees of Washington State. While Honey Bees have a place in agriculture\, it is our Native Bees who are the primary pollinators\, responsible for the flowers of our mountain meadows and remote wild places. Dr. Rolfs’ profusely illustrated lecture is an introduction to the variety and to the stunning beauty of these essential pollinators
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/native-bees-of-wa/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200415T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200415T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001644
CREATED:20200304T023918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200404T121851Z
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SUMMARY:Clark's Nutcrackers\, Pivotal Players in WA Mnt. Habits
DESCRIPTION:A note from the WenOut Staff: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, please contact the organization hosting the event or check their website or Facebook page to verify if the event is continuing to take place. Thank you. \nClark’s nutcrackers\, pivotal players in Washington’s mountain habits -a WRI Red Barn Event \nClark’s nutcrackers and whitebark pines have a fascinating relationship. The trees provide fatty seeds with more calories per pound than chocolate\, and the birds plant the seeds by caching them for winter calories. A single bird may bury up to 98\,000 seeds in a year! Learn more about this interspecies relationship from ornithologist Taza Schaming by attending Wenatchee River Institute’s (WRI) Red Barn Event on Wed.\, Apr. 15 at 7PM\, 347 Division St. in Leavenworth. \n“Everything is connected. Not only are Clark’s nutcracker and whitebark pine intimately intertwined because the trees depend completely on nutcrackers for dispersal of seeds\, but whitebark pine is a keystone and foundation species impacting hundreds of other species\,” said Schaming. “Fewer nutcrackers leads to fewer cached seeds\, which could lead to even fewer whitebark pines\,” she continued. \nThe decline of whitebark pine will likely have a cascading effect on numerous species and watersheds. These trees live in remote\, high elevation\, often road-less areas and are dying because of fire suppression policies over the last century. Additionally\, climate changes from human activities –leading to warming temperatures– give way to nonnative white pine blister rust and outbreaks of voracious mountain pine beetles. \nNutcrackers travel over large areas dispersing the seeds of more than a dozen other conifers along the way\, with leftovers from their winter caches growing into new trees. Schaming followed nutcrackers for days at a time and noticed they each had very different personalities. Said Schaming\, “Some were very shy and some would join you for lunch. I had never thought about that aspect and really got to know birds up close and personal. Whenever I lost the birds (while radio tracking) I just had to keep hiking higher!” \nLimited information has been collected about Clark’s nutcracker populations and behavior\, and that’s where Schaming comes in. Beginning in 2009 as a PhD student at Cornell University\, and continuing as a research associate with Northern Rockies Conservation Cooperative\, Schaming has been investigating the resilience of whitepine’s and the nutcracker’s obligate mutualism (wherein one organism cannot survive without the other). The ultimate goal of this research is to suggest management strategies ensuring the persistence of Clark’s nutcrackers and their important seed dispersal function. \nWanting to combine her passions for conservation ornithology\, snowboarding\, and working in mountain habitats\, Taza found a fascinating species she could tie to conservation issue. She began working in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem monitoring nests\, trapping\, surveying\, and tracking Clark’s nutcrackers to study their movement\, habitat selection\, and social behavior. \nIn 2018\, she expanded into Washington’s Cascades to focus on evaluating habitat use and selection\, seed dispersal\, and long distance emigration patterns to help inform whitebark pine management plans and identify areas for pine conservation and restoration. In spring 2020\, Taza will be satellite-tagging nutcrackers and working with Central WA University students to begin a community science nutcracker monitoring project.\nDoors open at 6:30PM for community social and with local beer and wine available for purchase. This is a free event with donations gratefully accepted to benefit WRI youth and adult programs. \nInformation: Rebecca Ryan (509)548-0181\, rryan@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org\nEvent Link | https://wenatcheeriverinstitute.org/event-calendar.html/event/2020/04/15/red-barn-event-clark-s-nutcrackers-pivotal-players-in-whitebark-pine-habitats-of-washington-s-cascades/282904
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/clarks-nutcrackers-pivotal-players-in-wa-mnt-habits/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200416T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200416T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T001644
CREATED:20200307T221616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200404T122251Z
UID:10000545-1587049200-1587060000@wenatcheeoutdoors.org
SUMMARY:Horse Lake Reserve Work Party with E.M.B.A.
DESCRIPTION:A note from the WenOut Staff: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, please contact the organization hosting the event or check their website or Facebook page to verify if the event is continuing to take place. Thank you. \nWork Party at Horse Lake Reserve with Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance \nDate: Thu\, Apr 16\, 2020\nTime: 3pm – 6pm\nWork Party Lead: Al Murphy \nProject Description\nHorse Lake Reserve – New trail finish work \nMeetup Location\nHorse Lake Trailhead \nDirections\nFrom Wenatchee Avenue\, head uphill (west) on Horse Lake Road. Follow the road 3/4 of a mile past residential neighborhoods. At this point the road will turn to dirt. After 3 miles\, the trailhead will be on the right. \nFor more information click here.
URL:https://wenatcheeoutdoors.org/event/horse-lake-reserve-work-party-with-e-m-b-a/
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