Rattlesnakes | Wenatchee Outdoors

Confessions of a Former Snake Murderer

April 29, 2019

Adventure, Things to know, What's Happening

When my husband and I moved over the pass from North Bend to Malaga, I had an established fear of snakes. In my defense, I come from a long line of snake detractors. My grandma kept strategically placed hoes th... Read More...

Slithering Fauna

April 3, 2019

Things to know

Written by Timothy Hohn, pictures provided by Ian Garrison “Snake!” someone suddenly cries. There’s a momentary paralysis among all who are nearby, now alert to a perceived danger. In the next few seconds, an ... Read More...

Sun Lakes-Dry Falls Trips

January 23, 2019

Guidebook

Cliffs, talus and erratics on the hike around Umatilla Rock at Sun Lakes - Dry Falls State Park. Sun Lakes - Dry Falls Trips by Andy Dappen Hiking, biking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, … and cliff jumping?... Read More...

Rattlesnake Encounters-Central Washington

July 19, 2018

Things to know

Rattlesnake Encounters - Central Washington This rattlesnake was found up Swakane Canyon in years past, sunning himself on a rock. These tips will help keep both you and the rattlers safe if you cross... Read More...

Ancient Lakes-Loop to Loop

April 17, 2018

Guidebook

Ancient Lakes-Loop to Loop by Andy Dappen The November shoulder season has descended like rain from heaven. Actually, it has descended because of the rain from heaven. A frigid and unpleasant mixture of ra... Read More...

Northrup Canyon

March 23, 2018

Guidebook

Northrup Canyon in shoulder season. This canyon near Banks Lake and Steamboat Rock State Park offers interesting human history, geology, and natural history. It also offers beautiful rubber necking as you loo... Read More...

Palisades Sagebrush Steppe

March 12, 2018

Guidebook

by Glade and Andrea Brosi The frozen waterfall. Photo taken by Sarah Shaffer. Last Sunday we decided to explore the Palisades and were rewarded with the first wildflowers of the spring season. They wer... Read More...

Ancient Lakes-Shiggy’s Route

February 11, 2018

Guidebook

Map. EMTBA Map Recommended Use. Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running Recommended Season. Late Fall - Spring Skill. 2 Fitness. 2 Access (Adapted from Evergreen Mountain Biking Association). ... Read More...

Rattlesnake Avoidance for Dogs

December 29, 2017

Things to know, What's Happening

A class teaching dogs to avoid rattlesnakes As of May of 2012, occasional weekend a classes will be offered in Wenatchee to train dogs to detect and avoid rattlesnakes. It is estimate... Read More...

Twin Peaks-East Ridge

July 21, 2016

Guidebook

When my family saw the special about Steve Irwin (aka the Crocodile Hunter) in the Galapagos Islands, we all laughed when, just before jumping in the drink to harass some new animal, he looked at the camera and... Read More...

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