Wenatchee River Institute
Words for the More-Than-Human World
Wenatchee River Institute 347 Division Street, Leavenworth, WA, United StatesIn this workshop, we'll do some deep, collaborative reading of sample works before we turn to making our own poems that honor the natural world. Toward this endeavor, we will make use of the beautiful grounds and waters around the Wenatchee River Institute. All reading material will be provided by the instructors. Bring paper and… Continue Reading Words for the More-Than-Human World
Sunset and S’mores
Wenatchee River Institute 347 Division Street, Leavenworth, WA, United StatesCome gather with us at WRI for an evening of food and s'more fun! Jump into fall with us as the evening light fades and the stars come out. Join us for a camp meal, drinks, live music with local musician, Corban Welter, and an exciting raffle (details below)! Socialize with fellow WRI supporters, board… Continue Reading Sunset and S’mores
Leavenworth Mayoral Forum at WRI
Wenatchee River Institute 347 Division Street, Leavenworth, WA, United StatesConnecting people and communities is a core part of WRI's mission. We are proud to be a gathering space welcome to all. It's for this reason that we are giving the community an opportunity to learn about how the two Leavenworth mayoral candidates want to distinguish themselves around issues that matter to our community and… Continue Reading Leavenworth Mayoral Forum at WRI
Red Barn Event – Cascadia Field Guide: Art, Ecology, Poetry
Wenatchee River Institute 347 Division Street, Leavenworth, WA, United StatesThis is a FREE event with a donation basket at the door. Doors open at 6:30pm for a community social with beer and wine available for purchase. The presentation will start at 7:00pm. Red Barn Events are now hybrid, you may join us in person in the Red Barn or livestream virtually via Zoom. Poet,… Continue Reading Red Barn Event – Cascadia Field Guide: Art, Ecology, Poetry
Wednesday Wenatchee Birding
Walla Walla Point Park At the swimming pond, Wenatchee, WA, United StatesGo birding with knowledgeable WRI staff around Walla Walla Point Park and the Horan Natural Area in Wenatchee! All birding skill levels are welcome. Need binoculars? We have loaner binoculars that you can borrow. This is a great opportunity to learn about eBird, the largest biodiversity-related community science project in the world, and utilize it… Continue Reading Wednesday Wenatchee Birding
Make a Difference Day with WRI
Wenatchee River Institute 347 Division Street, Leavenworth, WA, United StatesMake a difference in your neighborhood and community! WRI will be participating in this year's Make a Difference Day. WRI's project will be working in the E. Lorene Young Community Garden. We will work together to dismantle original planter boxes that have reached the end of their useful life and replace them with new cedar… Continue Reading Make a Difference Day with WRI
Autumn Amble
Wenatchee River Institute 347 Division Street, Leavenworth, WA, United StatesJoin the Wenatchee River Institute for a two-hour autumn amble with one of our knowledgeable naturalists. Walk with us through Waterfront Park as the air begins to cool and the leaves turn gold. You will learn about the natural and cultural history of Leavenworth with many scenic views along the way! What are plants and… Continue Reading Autumn Amble
Red Barn Event: Stevens Pass – Season Update
Wenatchee River Institute 347 Division Street, Leavenworth, WA, United StatesThis is a FREE event with a donation basket at the door. Doors open at 6:30pm for a community social with beer and wine available for purchase. The presentation will start at 7:00pm. Red Barn Events are now hybrid; you may join us in person in the Red Barn or livestream virtually. Ellen Galbraith, a… Continue Reading Red Barn Event: Stevens Pass – Season Update
Naturalist Trivia with Wenatchee River Institute
Bushel & Bee Taproom 900 Front St C, Leavenworth, United StatesThink you know about the Wenatchee River watershed? How about the amazing geology of Central Washington? Local native plants? It's time to test your nature knowledge with a fun evening of Naturalist Trivia with WRI! This event will be held at Bushel & Bee Taproom in Leavenworth. Bring your friends to form a team of… Continue Reading Naturalist Trivia with Wenatchee River Institute
Wednesday Wenatchee Birding
Walla Walla Point Park At the swimming pond, Wenatchee, WA, United StatesGo birding with knowledgeable WRI staff around Walla Walla Point Park and the Horan Natural Area in Wenatchee! All birding skill levels are welcome. Need binoculars? We have loaner binoculars that you can borrow. This is a great opportunity to learn about eBird, the largest biodiversity-related community science project in the world, and utilize it… Continue Reading Wednesday Wenatchee Birding