This is a test event (but could become a real event) Help keep The Enchantments enchanting! Note: Participation in this event require arduous physical activity and requires a certain level of fitness. Prior to the event, an organizer will reach... Read More...
Editors Note: This article was originally published on NCW Life here. It was published on 8/20/2024 and is by Jefferson Robbins. Seeing as how this article highlights a rare plant in our region, we feel sharing it is appropriate. Read... Read More...
Sage Fest is Back! The foothills to the west of Wenatchee are a special place, protected from future development over the years by land purchases and preservation efforts. The trails are used by horseback riders, mountain bikers, hikers, trail runners,... Read More...
In this slideshow presentation, Andy Dappen discusses his year-long Seventy Project. In the year between his last and his next June birthday, Andy plans to mountain bike 70 days, ski 70 days, paddle 70 days, summit 70 peaks, lead 70... Read More...
Public Comment Period for Restoring Grizzlies to the North Cascades by Gordon Congdon The National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service have released new draft plans to both restore and actively manage grizzly bears in the North Cascades... Read More...
Editors Note: Although this list is from 2021, they are still considered books our team recommends related to nature, science or geography. Feel free to post a comment at the end of our post to share with us your favorite... Read More...
Wenatchee Naturalist course instructor Susan Ballinger has started writing articles about creatures in our area. A very interesting read about our local Thatching Ants can be found here on the Wenatchee Naturalist website. Why do Thatching Ants build those mounds... Read More...
Wenatchee Naturalist course instructor Susan Ballinger writes articles about plants, habitats and creatures in our area. She has a wealth of knowledge and expertise which make her articles true gems of information pertinent to those living in Central Washington. Check... Read More...
by Ray Birks I drive up Number Two Canyon a lot, usually on my way to ride the trails on Twin Peaks. More often than not on my way up I’ll pass one or more cars parked in a gravel... Read More...
Editors Note: This article was written by Brian Patterson, Chelan Basin Conservancy President to discuss the latest preservation efforts of Chelan Butte located above Lake Chelan. The Chelan Basin Conservancy (CBC) continues their efforts to preserve the Chelan Butte on... Read More...