Adventure Women Winter Program 2025
2025-01-28 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-01-30 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-04 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-06 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
PVAW Ski Program

PVAW’s ski instructors volunteer their time and talents to create a fun and healthy environment for local women to learn cross country skiing at all levels! This allows for all the net proceeds of PVAW programs to go towards serving our youth ski education program, the Plain Valley Nordic Team (PVNT) Ski Education Program, a 501c(3) nonprofit public charity.

WE HAVE SWITCHED THINGS UP A BIT THIS YEAR!
We will break up the 6 weeks into two 3 week sessions:
Session #1 – $110
Classic Ski Technique
1-3PM, Tuesday and Thursday
January 7th- 23rd
Session #2 – $110
Skate Ski Technique
1-3PM, Tuesday and Thursday
January 28th- February 13th
The cost to participate in both sessions is $200!
“DROP-IN” day option registration fee $40/day
Rentals
Available for $40/session and $65 for both sessions.
Wax Clinic included in registration fee for both sessions
Classic Wax Clinic
January 14th 12-12:45pm
Skate Wax Clinic
February 4th 12-12:45pm
PVST Season Pass
All participants need a valid PVST Ski Trails Pass.
If you don’t already have it, purchase your Season Pass HERE. You will receive your PVAW 20% discount code with your confirmation email.
OR
PVST Day Pass is $25. Your Day Pass can be purchased at the Trailhead via QR code.

Click here for Website to Register

NWAC Avalanche Awareness Class
2025-01-28 18:30 - 20:00 | WA
Red Barn @ Wenatchee River Institute, 347 Division St, Leavenworth, WA 9882
This is a free class with registration. Follow the Registration link below to attend.
As winter “settling with snow, we need to be cautious of avalanche danger when recreating outside. Join the Northwest Avalanche Center for an introductory class in avalanche safety. Whether you ski, snowshoe, snowboard, or snowmobile, recognition of avalanche danger is an essential and potentially lifesaving skill. This class provides a basic approach to managing risk. NWAC instructors will explain how to access avalanche and mountain weather forecasts and recognize basic signs of avalanche danger.
This is a presentation in the Red Barn with no fieldwork.
Event Link

Wenatchee Run Club
2025-01-29 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-05 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

Mountain Skills Series-Tour Planning 101
2025-01-30 18:00 - 20:00 | WA
At Riverfront Rock Gym with IFMGA guide Adam Butterfield
Travel with confidence
What: Tour Planning 101
When: January 30th
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Where: Riverfront Rock Gym, 1319 Walla Walla Avenue, Wenatchee
Cost: $10
For questions email: info@riverfrontrockgym.com or butterfieldguiding@gmail.com

Red Barn Event - Our Valley, Our Light Pollution
2025-01-30 19:00 - 20:00 | WA
Wenatchee River Institute Presents
Streaming link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DokEhIoAKOQ
Doors open at 6:30pm for a community social with beer, wine, sparkling water, and tea available for purchase. The presentation will start at 7:00pm.
Light pollution affects more than just the natural dark sky and star visibility, it affects our local ecosystems and wastes money. Join Paul Tomas with the Wenatchee Valley Astronomy Club and learn how our communities are lighting up the valley – and not in a good way. Paul will discuss what light pollution is, different ways to reduce our light pollution, and how to talk with others that may be unintentionally lighting the dark sky.
Today over 80% of the world lives under sky glow. Paul will discuss ways we can collect data through a citizen scientist program. These programs help others understand how our valley and the world around us is changing and show how light pollution is on the rise due to lack of awareness.
About the Presenter:
Paul Tomas is an avid environmental educator with a passion for astronomy. For over 8 years, he has worked as a Park Ranger organizing and conducting interpretive programs covering various subjects from Snowshoe nature hikes to Astronomy Programs. During his work as a Park Ranger, he has worked to change local parks into dark sky havens by advocating for Dark Skies and retrofitting exterior lights in parks. Paul Tomas is the founder of the Wenatchee Valley Astronomy Club. This local club gives local astronomers of all experience levels a place in this valley to come together to form new connections, friendships, and share with each other all things astronomy.
Event Link

Red Barn Event-Our Valley, Our Light Pollution
2025-01-30 19:00 - 20:00 | WA
Streaming link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DokEhIoAKOQ
Red Barn at Wenatchee River Institute, 347 Division St, Leavenworth, WA 98826
Doors open at 6:30pm for a community social with beer, wine, sparkling water, and tea available for purchase. The presentation will start at 7:00pm.
Light pollution affects more than just the natural dark sky and star visibility, it affects our local ecosystems and wastes money. Join Paul Tomas with the Wenatchee Valley Astronomy Club and learn how our communities are lighting up the valley – and not in a good way. Paul will discuss what light pollution is, different ways to reduce our light pollution, and how to talk with others that may be unintentionally lighting the dark sky.
Today over 80% of the world lives under sky glow. Paul will discuss ways we can collect data through a citizen scientist program. These programs help others understand how our valley and the world around us is changing and show how light pollution is on the rise due to lack of awareness.
About the Presenter:
Paul Tomas is an avid environmental educator with a passion for astronomy. For over 8 years, he has worked as a Park Ranger organizing and conducting interpretive programs covering various subjects from Snowshoe nature hikes to Astronomy Programs. During his work as a Park Ranger, he has worked to change local parks into dark sky havens by advocating for Dark Skies and retrofitting exterior lights in parks. Paul Tomas is the founder of the Wenatchee Valley Astronomy Club. This local club gives local astronomers of all experience levels a place in this valley to come together to form new connections, friendships, and share with each other all things astronomy.
Event Link

2025 Tour De Plain
2025-01-31 08:00 - 2025-02-03 17:00 | WA
Click here for registration link

2025 Tour de Plain Event # 2 Course Description

The event offers 3 race options: There are two timed events with a short (5 KM) and long (18 KM) tour of the Beaver Creek Trail and Meadow/Sprint loops area. You can opt for classic or freestyle technique. The 3rd option is untimed/noncompetitive with no time record for the short or long course. The events begin and finish at the Meadow loop trailhead in Plain.

For the 5 km short course, begin from the Meadow loop parking lot and scan the START QR code there. Ski clockwise on Meadow Loop trail to the Sprint loop. Continue clockwise on the Sprint Loop back into the Meadow Loop. Backtrack counterclockwise on Meadow loop to the finish at the Meadow Loop parking lot. Scan the short course FINISH QR code to complete the event. There are 3 QR codes scanned on the short course -START, top of Sprint Loop and FINISH. All QR codes for the short course are on red signs.

The 18 km long course starts at the Meadow Loop parking lot. Scan the long course QR code and proceed up valley on the Beaver Creek Trail (BCT). Remain on the BCT to the Swamp Creek loop. Go right to enter the Swamp Creek loop counterclockwise. Scan the QR code at the top of Swamp Creek hill and continue through the loop. When you rejoin the BCT, turn right and continue to the Chiwawa Road crossing. Scan the QR code there and turnaround to return on the BCT to the Meadow loop (Do not return via the Swamp Creek loop). Turn left on Meadow Loop and then ski to the Sprint Loop trail, proceed counterclockwise on the Sprint Loop and return to the Meadow Loop trail and go left on the Meadow Loop trail to the finish at the Meadow Loop Parking Lot. Scan the long course QR FINISH to complete the event. There are 5 QR codes scanned on the long course – START, top of Swamp Creek, Chiwawa Road turnaround, top of Sprint loop and FINISH. All QR codes for the long course are on blue signs.

The course will be open from Friday, January 31, 2025 starting at 8 AM through Monday, February 3, 2025 completing the race by dusk.

You can ski the course as many times as you’d like. Your times will be recorded and your fastest time counts. Enjoy the skiing!

Self-timing
Timing will be managed by each racer’s smart phone with Webscorer Race Timer app scanning QR codes. The QR codes are marked visibly and scanning can be done without internet connection. Timing instructions will be sent to each racer in their confirmation email. Your race registration fees support the youth ski education programs of the Plain Valley Nordic Team!

Snowshoe Stroll at the Hatchery
2025-01-31 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-01 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-08 13:00 - 15:00 | WA
Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery Presents
Begin the year with new discoveries! Starting from the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery, join Wenatchee River Institute naturalist guides on a one-mile snowshoe trail along beautiful Icicle Creek. We will learn about native wildlife and ecology along the way. What signs do we see along the trail that tell us what animals were there? How do the plants and animals survive winter? Even if this is your first time on snowshoes, come along and enjoy this fun outdoor winter program! Bring your enthusiasm for the wonders of winter and nature, and make sure to dress in warm layers.
Meeting location – Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery visitor center.
Difficulty level – Beginner level, all skill levels are welcome. Not ADA accessible due to non-plowed trails.
Provided – Snowshoes, gaiters, and poles.
Limit of 12 participants per group – Registration required for everyone in the party.
Free for children 5 and under (only 2 spaces available per trail group): there are no snowshoes available at this size.
Cost – Pay What You Can:
We offer the Pay What You Can model in recognition that paying for education programs looks different for different people.
These price suggestions are based on the costs to WRI to put on this program. If you want to attend this program, we want you to be there. Use the below discount codes to adjust the total cost of tickets:
$20/person
This option may be for you if you are excited to support WRI, and attending this program doesn’t put a strain on your weekly budget.
$10/person
This option may be for you if your budget is tight, but still really want to attend this program and support WRI.
$5/person
This option may be for you if your budget is very tight, but still really want to attend this program and support WRI.
Additional donation option to add a little extra so others can attend at a lower cost.
Click here for the link to register

Mission Ridge Snowshoe Trek
2025-01-31 16:30, 2025-02-01 16:30, 2025-02-07 16:30 | WA
Twilight Snowshoe Trek

This fun, informative, guided snowshoe trek leaves from the Mission Ridge Base Area and heads up to the Midway Lodge. Each trek’s pace fits the group’s interests and abilities. Great for first-time snowshoers and those looking for a unique, non-skiing, on-snow experience. Twilight Snowshoe Treks are approximately 1.5 miles long, with an elevation gain of roughly 550 feet, and take around 2 hrs.
Suggested Gear: Boots that fit well and offer good ankle support, goggles, gloves, a winter hat, coat, snow pants & headlamp.
Creature Comforts if you have them: backpack, gaiters, and facemask.
Groups will meet at 4:30 PM in front of the Hampton Lodge Rental/Retail Shop and departs promptly at 5:00 PM.
Tours are available by reservation every Friday and Saturday evening from December 27th to March 1st.
Price
$10 to register, $30 to rent snowshoes.
Register Here

Winter Track and Sign Evaluation with David Moskowitz
2025-02-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-02 08:00 - 17:00 | WA
Wenatchee River Institute Presents
Spend two full days in the greater Leavenworth area, with professional wildlife tracker, naturalist, educator and author, David Moskowitz. This wildlife track and sign evaluation is offered through CyberTracker North America. David’s approach to this class is highly interactive, engaging participants in identification and interpretation of tracks and signs. There is lots of time for questions and discussion is built in. The style of this class is an excellent way to learn about animal sign and investigate real life tracking scenarios. Participants have the chance to achieve a certificate are awarded on three levels.
CyberTracker courses provide an opportunity for quality, focused learning with some of the best trackers in the country. Courses are designed to further participant’s tracking knowledge, as well as to rigorously test and document their current tracking skill set. Originally designed to help African Bushmen gain employment on game preserves, these courses also provide an internationally recognized certification of tracking ability. Certifications are an important credential for wildlife researchers and environmental educators as well as for people who want to test and push their own ability. Evaluations are entirely field based, striving to expose participants to the widest range of tracks and signs as possible. Discussions are encouraged, giving participants a chance to air their thoughts and receive individualized instruction.
Cost: $425 non-members, $375 members
Food and lodging not included.
Limit of 10 participants
Trail difficulty, some off-trail travel, up and down ridgelines.
To make these programs more accessible, TCNA has made funds available for individuals from historically marginalized communities. Find the link below for the Financial Aid Application. The deadline for the initial review has already passed but you can still apply for the December 15th review.
If cost is still a barrier, please fill out our Financial Access Form below.
Event Link to Register

Create a resilient vegetable garden plan (Mary Fran McClure)
2025-02-01 10:00 - 11:00 | WA
WENATCHEE — The WSU Chelan-Douglas Master Gardener Program will offer four gardening classes at Pybus Public Market in January and February. The winter classes series titled “Productive Winter: A Garden Planning Series” will take place in the market’s Board Room, which has its own entrance on the southeast corner of the building.
All classes begin at 10 a.m., will last 45 minutes to 1 hour, and are free to the public. Advance registration is not required but is appreciated to ensure enough printed materials are available. Web links to register for classe can be found below.
“Winter offers a chance to figure out what worked in your garden this past year and what didn’t; that information will help you shape a plan for the next growing season,” said WSU Chelan-Douglas Master Gardener Program Coordinator Marco Martinez. “The class series our program is offering will further inform your decisions and contribute to the best possible outcomes. The information covered in these classes will prove useful whether you’re a beginning gardener or an experienced gardener.”
Saturday, Feb. 1: Create a resilient vegetable garden plan (Mary Fran McClure)
Raised beds are popular for growing a wide range of plants. Get ideas of what works best for your situation, including best location, various types of raised beds, preferred sizes and heights, plus the importance of soil, irrigation and accessibility.

Click here for the web link to register for this class.

Plain Valley Ski Trails-Beginner Clinics
2025-02-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-08 10:00 - 12:00 | WA
Click Here for Winter Schedule Poster
PVST Weekend Cross Country Ski Clinic for either Classic or Skate Technique
Plain Valley Ski Trails Clinic Overview
The clinic is designed for beginners and will focus on either skate or classic. Skiers will work through progressive techniques, with the goal of independently skiing gentle terrain by the end of the clinic.
Clinic Includes

2 hours of ski instruction on Saturday (10 AM – 12 PM)

Clinic Prices

$90.00 Adult
$50.00 Child

Not Included

Trail Pass- $28/day or 20% off a 2024/25 PVST Seasons Pass. There will be a link in your confirmation email to purchase passes.
Ski Rentals: Both classic and skate ski packages are available at Plain Hardware, conveniently located across from the ski trails in Plain. Please Note: If you are renting gear, plan to arrive at least one hour early to allow time for proper sizing.

Important Clinic Information

Location: We will meet at 10:00 AM at the Meadow Loop Trailhead by the Welcome Hut on the Plain Valley Ski Trails. Parking is free.

Lodging and Food Options
Mountain Springs (ski in/out lodging and lunch) https://www.mtsprings.com/
Thousand Trails (ski in/out lodging) https://thousandtrails.com/washington/leavenworth-rv-campground
Beaver Valley Lodge (across the street from ski trails) https://beavervalleylodge.com/
Squirrel Tree (Coles Corner-lodging and meals) https://www.thesquirreltree.com/
59er Diner (Coles Corner-lodging and meals) https://www.59erdiner.com/index.html
Old Mill Cafe (Plain, meals) https://www.oldmillcafeplain.com/
Headwaters Pub (lunch, dinner) headwaters-bar.edan.io
Wildflour (Kahler Glen, dinner) https://www.wildflourleavenworth.com/
Plain Valley Ski Trails Mission: Create and sustain a high-quality ski trail system that serves the community and funds barrier-free ski educational programs that motivate individual and team achievement.
Plain Valley Ski Trails is a community supported 501 (c)(3) non-profit public charity.
For more info about our programs, go to SkiPlain.com.

EMBA Leavenworth & Squilchuck 2025 Fat Biking Classes
2025-02-01 10:00 - 12:00 | WA
Winter Fat Biking Classes

No dirt, no problem! Evergreen Central Chapter is offering Winter Fat Biking Classes on snow at both Squilchuck State Park and the Leavenworth Golf Course, with rentals available as an add on to your registration. We will set you up with your fat bike, teach you tricks for riding through snow, and guide you on a 2-hour ride.
Here are some upcoming clinic dates for Fatbiking 101: An Introduction to Riding on Snow:

Saturday, January 25th | 10am – Noon | Squilchuck State Park
Saturday, February 1st | 10am – Noon | Squilchuck State Park
Saturday, February 15th | 10am – Noon | Leavenworth Golf Course

Snow is falling, trails are getting groomed, and the riding is great! We hope to see you in our winter wonderland soon!

Click here for Registration

Mountain Sports Expo @ Festhalle
2025-02-01 10:00 - 16:30 | WA
Come visit us along with a handful of other outdoor representatives for a fun and informative afternoon at the Leavenworth Mountain Sports Expo. On Saturday, February 1st from 10-4:30pm we’ll be posted up at the Leavenworth Festhalle with maps of our newest trails and some stuff to buy and share. Or just stop by and chat about events, trails, membership and a whole lot more.
We are joining advocates from all mountain sports; skiing, climbing, backcountry horsemanship, and hiking, and sharing a short presentation about the history of the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance. There is a raffle for ski day passes for Mission Ridge, Ski Hill, and Stevens Pass as well. This event is sponsored by Der Sportsmann and is in memory of Donald White and Kjell Bakke, founders of the Ski Hill Heritage Foundation.

Leavenworth Winter Sports Club Bakke Cup
2025-02-02 08:30 - 16:00 | WA
ALL CHILDREN ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE AND ALL PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE LWSC SKI TEAMS.
THE BAKKE CUP IS A 3-WAY RACE. RACERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO DO AT LEAST 2 OF THE 3 EVENTS.
The event is open to any youth ages 6 through 17.
Race categories by gender and age: U8 (6-7), U10 (8-9), U12 (10-11), U14 (12-13), U18 (14-17).
Race category based on on racer age as of 1/1/2025 (US Ski & Snowboard Age Rules)
Getting kids out on the snow and having fun is the idea behind the day – we want kids to leave with good memories and lots of smiles.
Bakke isn’t just a name– Kjell Bakke, for whom the race is named, was a constant supporter of the LWSC and kids programs. He witnessed the North American Distance Records set at the Leavenworth Ski Hill and was a descendant of the men that constructed Bakke Hill in the 1920’s. Bakke Hill was the site of the National Ski Jumping Championships in 1941, 1959, 1967, 1974 and 1978. Kjell was also instrumental in getting the “D” jump behind Ski Hill Lodge built.
EVENT BASICS
Alpine Race:

GS course on the big hill. Places based on combined time for 2 runs.

Ski Jump:

2 jumps per competitor. Distances added for the two jumps.
All kids under 12 will jump on small hill unless they have practiced on the big jump.
Kids 12-17 will have option to jump from the small hill or the big jump.
All kids must have jumped at least one time on the jump prior to the competition. (Practice jumping has been happening during Wednesday and some Friday night Alpine training- Reach out to Alpine Team head coach to confirm). Kids will be allowed one practice jump before the event that day.
A small jump next to the Lodge will be constructed for the kids who have not jumped before (or younger kids not ready for the D jump) and will earn a set minimum score regardless of distance.

Nordic Race:

Racers can either skate or Classic ski.
The Nordic stage is pursuit fashion, based on the results of the first two events. If kids are only doing the Nordic, they will be started after the other competitors.
1K for 11 & under, 2K for 12+.
Starts behind Ski Hill Lodge, loops by ski jump, big tow, back to lodge. 2k is twice around.
Two way competitors will start 20 seconds after the last 3-way racers.

TIMELINE
Check-in/ Bib pick up: 8:30am – on the Ski Hill Lodge patio
Alpine Race: 9:30 – First racer starts (Warm up/course slip only (no racing) – 8:45-9:30am).
Ski Jump Competition: Following completion of the Alpine Race (time dependent on how many racers we’ve got)
*Competitors will have a short break between jump and Nordic to change gear and refuel before the Nordic Pursuit while results are being calculated for Nordic start times.*
Nordic Race: After Ski Jump
Fees: Donation based (donate what you can – all donations benefit the LWSC Ski Team!)
*ALL EVENTS, TIMES AND LOCATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE* We appreciate your patience as details may change, and as always events may run late or early depending on weather, participants and other factors.
Helmets are required for Alpine and Ski Jump for all participants.
REGISTER
Event Link

Leavenworth Winter Sports Club Under The Lights
2025-02-06 18:30 - 20:00 | WA
Thursday, February 6th & Thursday, February 20th
6:30pm start
Ski Hill
A fun race series geared for adults, designed for fun, and hosted by the LWSC Ski Team Coaches. Proceeds benefit the Ski Teams. No need to register ahead of time, just show up!
Link to Leavenworth Winter Sports Club

Basics of a viable vegetable garden (Connie Mehmel)
2025-02-08 10:00 - 11:00 | WA
WENATCHEE — The WSU Chelan-Douglas Master Gardener Program will offer four gardening classes at Pybus Public Market in January and February. The winter classes series titled “Productive Winter: A Garden Planning Series” will take place in the market’s Board Room, which has its own entrance on the southeast corner of the building.
All classes begin at 10 a.m., will last 45 minutes to 1 hour, and are free to the public. Advance registration is not required but is appreciated to ensure enough printed materials are available. Web links to register for classe can be found below.
“Winter offers a chance to figure out what worked in your garden this past year and what didn’t; that information will help you shape a plan for the next growing season,” said WSU Chelan-Douglas Master Gardener Program Coordinator Marco Martinez. “The class series our program is offering will further inform your decisions and contribute to the best possible outcomes. The information covered in these classes will prove useful whether you’re a beginning gardener or an experienced gardener.”

Saturday, Feb. 8: Basics of a viable vegetable garden (Connie Mehmel)
When it comes to planting vegetables, timing is everything. All plants have a minimum and maximum soil temperature for seed germination, as well as a minimum and maximum air temperature to grow. Whether you start your vegetables from seeds or purchase plants from a nursery, learn how to keep them healthy and productive throughout the growing season.
Click here for the web link to register for this class.
