Chelan Douglas Land Trust

🍦What better way to end a hot summer day than with ice cream? Join CDLT for a fun-filled gathering with yummy treats and games.

-Vegan and dairy-free options will be available.
-This event is FREE, and everyone is welcome!
-Optional 1 mile guided hike starting at 6:30 pm.
-Registration is appreciated, and walk-ins are welcome.

🔗register here: https://www.cdlandtrust.org/outings-events/events/ice-cream-socialfiesta-de-helados

CDLT is currently developing a conceptual design plan for an accessible trail at Saddle Rock Natural Area and we want your feedback!
⏰Input needed by August 16, 2024
🔗Learn more here: https://www.cdlandtrust.org/saddle-rock

We are halfway through our Hike for Health series👏
Everyone is welcome to attend this free morning hike. Get the benefits of hiking & enter a raffle to win awesome prizes!🎉 Register here: https://www.cdlandtrust.org/outings-events/events/july-hike-health

👏A huge THANKS to those who helped pull 20 bags of Knapw**d at Nason Creek over the weekend 👏
We hope you enjoyed the beautiful views of Nason Creek and the delicious treats!

Chelan PUD is currently working on Mountain Home Road: Beginning July 1 M-Th the road will be closed completely with access allowed for 15 min at the top of the hour during their working hours. Working hours are Monday-Friday from 7am to 5pm.
TRAFFIC IMPACTS - July-September. More information in the comments.

📸: Dave Masuda

We have been given the all-clear to reopen most of the Foothills trails that were closed during the Balsamroot Fire.

Se nos ha dado el aviso para reabrir la mayoría de los senderos de Foothills que estuvieron cerrados durante el incendio Balsamroot.

Check out our website for updates | Visite nuestro sitio web para obtener actualizaciones
https://www.cdlandtrust.org/trails-access/trail-conditions

Join us at Nason Creek for a fun morning that includes invasive w**d removal, an educational hike, and a picnic near the creek. Light lunch will be provided.

Únase a nosotros en Nason Creek para pasar una mañana divertida que incluye quitar maleza invasiva, una caminata educativa y un picnic cerca del arroyo. Se proporcionara almuerzo ligero.

Register here | Regístrese aquí
https://www.cdlandtrust.org/outings-events/events/caring-nason-creek-cuidando-el-arroyo-nason-0?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR22ZQz0fHmDc8g4XDtb_jf_PmNNjmS2JjQvpAuDb9Cwam1NazRp1LoIOTQ_aem_m7fVEW-KRQkHWC9ue-qV-A

All trailheads and trails North of Number 1 Canyon Road and 5th Street (Sage Hills, Day Drive, Kenzie’s Landing, Balsamroot and Horse Lake) are closed until further notice due to a fire.

Todos los senderos al norte de Number 1 Canyon Road y 5th Street (Sage Hills, Day Drive, Kenzie’s Landing, Balsamroot y Horse Lake) están cerrados hasta nuevo aviso debido a un incendio.

Join the CDLT team! This position will help implement on the ground land management actions such as habitat restoration, w**d control, trail maintenance, site monitoring and data collection, and hosting community engagement events.
https://www.cdlandtrust.org/who-we-are/employment/field-technician

Check out this short video, "Morning on a Greater Sage-Grouse Lek." This simple video shows what being on a sage-grouse lek is like.
https://rockies.audubon.org/sagebrush/greater-sage-grouse-lek

A Morning on a Greater Sage-Grouse Lek Greater Sage-Grouse are one of the most iconic birds of the American West. Each spring across the sagebrush steppe, they gather at mating grounds, called lek...

Check Out Nick on the Rocks to learn about the volcanic history of the 44-million-year rocks at Saddle Rock Natural Area located here in the Wenatchee Foothills🪨🌋

Saddle Rock Above Wenatchee, spires reveal volcanic history in 44-million-year-old rock. Special thanks to Central Washington University as the original creator and collaborator for Nick on the Rocks.

🚧 Trail Maintenance Alert🚧 Sage Hills Trail from Maiden Ln Connector Junction to PUD boundary near Day Drive closed: 6/20/24 – 6/28/24
more info: https://www.cdlandtrust.org/trails-access/trail-conditions

📣CDLT proudly announces the acquisition of a new 221.6-acre conservation easement on high-quality habitat land overlooking Wapato Lake near Manson, Washington. This land will now be protected FOREVER🤍

This monumental achievement was made possible through the collaborative efforts of CDLT, the Chelan County Public Utility District (Chelan PUD), and the generosity of landowners Denis and Irmi Atam.

Read More: https://www.cdlandtrust.org/outings-events/news-press/news/land-trust-secures-atams-conservation-easement

CDLT is working to improve trail drainage and long-term sustainability. These upgrades are crucial for keeping our trails safe and enjoyable for EVERYONE!

More info here: https://www.cdlandtrust.org/trails-access/trail-conditions

☀️Celebrate the longest day of the year in nature's beauty! Join us for this enchanting walk & enjoy some delicious watermelon! 🍉🍉🍉

SIGN UP TODAY: https://www.cdlandtrust.org/outings-events/events/summer-solstice-walk
*transportation is available by request

🚧 Trail Maintenance Alert🚧 Sage Hills Trail will be closed from the "Little Moab" to the PUD boundary to Maiden Ln Connector from 6/3-6/20.
Updates here: https://www.cdlandtrust.org/trails-access/trail-conditions

Do you have a favorite Foothills trail or do you like to switch things up depending on how you're feeling? Let us know in the comments! 👇

🚧 Trail Maintenance Alert🚧 Sage Hills Trail will be closed from the "Snakebite Crossing" to "Little Moab" from 5/29-5/31.
Opens up 6/1-6/2 and could possibly close back up on 6/3-6/4.
https://www.cdlandtrust.org/trails-access/trail-conditions

Discover Jacobson Preserve, part of the Wenatchee Foothills. This well-maintained trail offers stunning views of the Wenatchee Valley and connects to Saddle Rock. Thanks to the generous 35-acre donation from the Jacobson family, we can now enjoy this beautiful hike!

Fun fact: First-graders from the Wenatchee School District visit this area in the spring to learn about the shrub-steppe that includes native flora and fauna.

Join CDLT & artist Allison Teal Lewis for foothills-inspired art, wine and socializing and live music with Grace Young. 🍷🎼
🗻Learn how the Wenatchee foothills and our natural surroundings inspire us all.

Reason #104 to get out and enjoy the Wenatchee Foothills Trails - Connecting with and meeting new friends in the great outdoors. PC - Jody and Josh Eiffert

Saddle Rock-Jacobsen Traverse Trail is now open! 🏁 Enjoy the trail, but please note that the edges are still under recovery! 🌾
You might spot us hauling bark, seeding, and more as we work on site restoration.

🌿Are you looking for a hands-on way to positively impact our lands? Join CDLT's W**d Warrior Knapw**d pulls events!
Sign up here: https://www.cdlandtrust.org/outings-events/events

🚧 Trail Maintenance Alert🚧 Sage Hills Trail will be closed from the Canyon Overlook loop to "Snakebite Crossing" 5/20-5/24. Opens up 5/25-5/26 and could possibly close back up on 5/27-5/31. Stay up to date here: https://www.cdlandtrust.org/trails-access/trail-conditions

Three of our favorite things: People, Pets & the Outdoors! Thanks to everyone who came out today - what a wonderful event!

Last event of the AUTUMN PLANTING PARTIES🌿 Join us in spreading native grass seeds at Horse Lake Reserve (Glacier view area) this November 1st from 11:00am to 3:00pm!
RSVP HERE: https://www.cdlandtrust.org/outings-events/events/planting-seeds-glacier-bowl-upper-horse-lake