September 4th E-Newsletter |
Get ready for an exciting lineup of programs at WRI this September and October! From hands-on workshops like painting, beading, and outdoor photography to guided walks, there’s something for everyone. September marks the final month of Paint & Stroll, so don’t miss your chance to join us for this unique experience. Bird lovers can enjoy two more months of Birding by the River in Leavenworth and the Wenatchee Bird Walk. We hope to see you at an event soon and share the beauty of the season together!
Our educators are also transitioning from a busy summer of camps to a full season of school-year youth programs. From Field Days to After School Programs and more, we’re excited to welcome students back for another year of hands-on learning. Check out all the youth programming we offer here. |
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Red Barn Event: The Trees are Speaking TONIGHT, September 4th 7:00PM-8:00PM |
Join author and journalist Lynda V. Mapes for a discussion about changing our relationship with forests. Lynda will share examples of sustainable forestry practices underway in our region and beyond that take care of people, forests, and wildlife, drawing from her new book, The Trees Are Speaking: Dispatches from the Salmon Forests. Her books will be available for sale at the event. Thanks to A Book for All Seasons. |
| Paint and Sip: Red Barn Style!
TOMORROW, September 5th 6:20PM-8:30PM |
Join us for a Paint and Sip in the Red Barn. Our painting will be inspired by the book, The Trees are Speaking: Dispatches from the Salmon Forests by Lynda V. Mapes, which she will be presenting about on Thursday, September 4th. Art supplies, instruction, and one beverage are included in registration, and you will take home your masterpiece at the end of the night!
Register now or show up and pay when you arrive. |
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Volunteer Open House & Youth Training Tuesday, September 9th
5:00PM-7:00PM |
Come connect with the WRI community, enjoy light snacks and drinks, and meet our new Outreach Coordinator, Angela Crampton! From 5:00PM-6:00PM, we’ll mingle and share all the exciting ways you can support WRI as a volunteer. If you’re interested in working with our Youth Programs, stay for the second half of the evening from 6:00PM-7:00PM for our Fall Youth Program Volunteer Training. Let us know you're coming by clicking the link below! |
| Outdoor Photography Workshop: Lake Wenatchee
Sunday, September 28th 9:00AM-12:00PM |
Step outside and into the natural world—ready to see, frame, and capture! This outdoor photo field trip will train your eye and spark your creativity. Learn how to observe your environment like a photographer, compose dynamic shots using natural light, and create a mini nature photo story.
These workshops are geared toward beginner or intermediate level photographers, but all are welcome to enroll. Any type of capture device may be used including cell phone, point and shoot, mirrorless and DSLR cameras. |
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4th annual Sunset & S'mores Wednesday, October 1st 5:00PM-7:30PM |
Come gather with us at WRI for an evening of food, drinks, and s'more fun! Included with your ticket is a delicious meal from Ravenous Catering, a beverage of your choice, and participation in fun camp activities with WRI Field Educators (including the planetarium!). We look forward to gathering together and celebrating our special WRI community! |
| Astronomy along the River
Thursday, October 2nd 7:30PM-9:00PM |
Join the Wenatchee Valley Astronomy Club on a family friendly journey through space. Using a variety of telescopes, we’ll gaze up into the Milky Way and learn about some of the best night sky objects to view. During this program we’ll also explore the basics of telescope use, the different types of telescopes, and some helpful tricks to enhance your experience in star gazing.
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Fall Fungi Field Trip
Saturday, October 4th 8:30AM-4:00PM |
Join Wenatchee River Institute and Puget Sound Mycological Society for our Fall Fungi Field Trip! PSMS guides will take groups of people out to different locations for fungi foraging and collection. There is no guarantee you'll find good edible mushrooms, but you will learn the basics of foraging and get an idea of habitats to explore in the future. The guided trips will be out foraging for about 3-4 hours.
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| Mini Fringe Beaded Earring Workshop
Sunday, October 5th 12:00PM-3:00PM |
Join us for a day filled with creativity and learning. Local Indigenous artist and owner of Mystic North Jewelry, Amanda Keewatinawin, will be leading a workshop on the Indigenous art form of beading. She will be sharing knowledge on the history of Indigenous beadwork and how to create your own mini beaded fringe earrings.
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Bead-Your-Own Lanyard Workshop Monday, October 6th 5:30PM-8:00PM |
Join us for an evening filled with creativity and learning. Local Indigenous artist and owner of Mystic North Jewelry, Amanda Keewatinawin, will be leading a workshop on the Indigenous art form of beading. She will be sharing knowledge on the history of Indigenous beadwork and how to create your own beaded lanyard. |
| Outdoor Photography Workshop: Icicle Gorge
Sunday, October 12th 8:30AM-1:30PM |
Step outside and into the natural world—ready to see, frame, and capture! This outdoor photo field trip will train your eye and spark your creativity. Learn how to observe your environment like a photographer, compose dynamic shots using natural light, and create a mini nature photo story. |
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We are bidding farewell to Joshua, who has been part of the WRI team since December 2021. During his time with us, Joshua developed the River Discovery Tour and served as the head WRI organizer for Bird Fest for the past two years. His contributions have left a lasting impact on our programs and community.
We are so grateful for all the energy and passion Joshua brought to WRI and wish him the very best in his next adventure! |
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Wenatchee River Institute is looking for passionate leaders to join our Board of Directors! As a board member, you’ll help guide our mission, support environmental education, and strengthen connections between people, community, and the natural world. We welcome applications and nominations from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. |
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Lost something? Our Lost & Found is full of treasures waiting to go home! Stop by WRI River Haus during open hours to look through items and claim anything that belongs to you. If anything in the photo above looks familiar, please email us to arrange pickup. Unclaimed items will be donated after September 30th, so be sure to check soon!
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Thank you to our donors from the past 2 weeks! |
Steve and Betsy Backstrom in honor of Arne Backstrom - Sustaining Gro Buer and Bruce Williams - Sustaining Patrick English Sophia Troeh and Victor Magana Susan Plummer and Doug Gann Orin and Lisa Melvin - Sustaining
Joan Frazee and Jim Haberberger Forrest and Nancy Allard Lynn Dickinson - Sustaining Heather and Patrick Murphy Karen and Curt Haire - Sustaining
Gerald Gibbons Laura and Greg Reichlin - Sustaining Mall Boyd - Sustaining Christine Emmel - Sustaining
Melissa Roe - Sustaining Wendy and Ryan Flanagan Diane and Herb Young - Sustaining MaryCarol Nelson - Sustaining Orin and Lisa Melvin - Sustaining Mandy Maxwell and Bill Riedel - Sustaining Mark Weick and Carole Ann Borshard - Sustaining Randy and Marge Zerger Lisa and Brian Koblenz - Sustaining Cheryl and Tom Phillips Martha Bean and Ralph Haugerud - Sustaining |
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