Learn to prepare and preserve bird study skins. This in-depth class will cover all the aspects of taxidermy such as skinning, cleaning, preserving and mounting birds. Gain a greater understanding of keeping scientific data of the specimen. Importance of safety and health considerations will be covered. You will complete a preserved bird in class, but it will remain the property of WVC due to permits with the State of Washington. Instructor: Dan Stephens M, W 6-9pm April 16-June 4 CED […]

Date: Tue, 04/17/2018 Time: 2:00 to 5:00 PM Location Leavenworth Ski Hill Chelan Douglas Land Trust Presents-Join Connie McCauley to explore the Ski Hill area, looking at wildflowers, birds, and wildlife. Depending upon interest and conditions, participants will explore both ski trails and newly constructed mountain bike trails during this 2-3 hour walks. Connie has explored these hills for 40 years and enjoys sharing her local knowledge with all ages and backgrounds. Meet at the Ski Hill Parking lot on […]

When: Tuesday April 17th 7pm. Presentation is 48 minutes Where: Wenatchee Valley Museum Cost: Free with a $5 suggested donation Beavers are one of nature's most industrious critters and their hydro-engineering activities transform the landscape. Nearly trapped to extinction for their fur and hunted as pests, a growing number of scientists and resource managers are looking to beavers to reverse water shortages and restore fish and wildlife habitat. Trout Unlimited is excited to host an evening dedicated to beaver history, […]

The Chelan-Douglas Land Trust and Columbia Valley Community Health invite you to hike for your health! Join us for the 2018 Foothills Hiking Challenge. Improve your health, be part of a team, take home prizes and be entered to win one of many grand prizes at the end of the hiking season. You can complete the hike on your own, or join us for our Third Saturday hikes. At the Third Saturday, we'll be stationed at the bottom of the […]

The “Sustainable Wenatchee Earth Day Fair” is Saturday, April 21st from 10am until 2pm outside the west entrance to Pybus Market. Celebrate our planet and learn about how to protect it! The fair will feature educational booths from a variety of local organizations. Kids can meet “Mother Earth” from Joyful Scholars Montessori and enjoy activities provided by TEAMS Learning Center. Learn about the NCW EcoChallenge coming up in May and get registered. Practice putting a bike on the front of a […]