East of the Divide
Editors Note: We recently received an email from the author of East of the Divide, Chester Marler, that his book is now free to the public on his new website. What an impressive resource and it is so nice of hi... Read More...
Expansion of Saddle Rock Natural Area
The Chelan-Douglas Land Trust (CDLT) and the City of Wenatchee have completed a partnership project that expands the Saddle Rock Natural Area and establishes a legal route between Jacobson Preserve and Saddle R... Read More...
Grizzly Bears Re-Introduction to North Cascades National Park?
by WenOut Staff
Should grizzly bears return to the North Cascades?
For the second time, a debate is taking place about whether the grizzly bear, once a resident of the state, should be reintroduced to its h... Read More...
Snow Buckwheat
By Marc Dilley
Snow Buckwheat (Eriogonum niveum)
Close up of the delicate flower. Photo by WenOut.
Family: Polygonaceae
Developing slowly in late summer and fully formed as Delicious apples are picke... Read More...
Wildlife Viewing at Crescent Bar
Wildlife Viewing at Crescent Bar
By Jaana Hatton
The Crescent Bar Recreation area is mostly considered to be a watersports and golfing spot. However, there is another aspect to it: wildlife viewing. While mos... Read More...
Consider Becoming a Wenatchee Naturalist in 2022!
Consider becoming a Wenatchee Naturalist!
If you are looking for a way to deepen your connection to both the natural and human aspects of our collective home, consider becoming a Wenatchee Naturalist! Registra... Read More...
Ladybugs-The Prim and Proper Beetle
by Alix Whitener
While it may seem startlingly bizarre to come across a sea of red ladybeetles up in the Cascade foothills, this observation of insect behaviour has a logical explanation. Quite a few of Peter ... Read More...
Ready to Add “Worm Farmer” to Your Resume?
Editors Note: We recently read an article that was published on Sustainable NCW website written by Jana Fischback about composting using a specific type of worm. This is a sure way to be able to compost success... Read More...
Rattlesnake Encounters-Central Washington
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...
Crazy Robin & the Gun
by Andy Dappen
It is difficult believing one crazed bird could vacate its bowels with such vulgarity and regularity that each square foot of the porch and every square inch of the window sills have been blotte... Read More...