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The Belonging in the Outdoors initiative identified a model accessible trail as one of 17 actionable steps toward making the outdoors in NCW more accessible and welcoming to all. The Chelan Douglas Land Trust is currently developing a conceptual design plan for an accessible trail at the Saddle Rock Natural Area and they need your feedback. Your input is crucial in shaping this trail to ensure it meets the needs of all community members. ⏰ Follow the link below to learn more about the project and share your thoughts by August 16, 2024!
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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

🔥 EDITED to include more wildfire & smoke related resources.

is underway and TREAD would like to take a moment to thank the nearly 22,000 firefighters currently working to fight fires in our own backyard and across the nation.

According to Your Northwest Forests 14 large wildfires are currently burning on national forest lands in the Pacific Northwest. "Lack of precipitation, higher than normal temperatures, and dry lighting, as well as human-caused fire starts, have all contributed to an unusually large number of wildfires" and additional fires expected. "Smoke is and will continue to impact air quality in the region for the foreseeable future."

Stay up to date on wildfire status and plan your trips around smoke conditions with these resources. Have a resource to add? Include it in a comment below.

National
National Interagency Fire Center

Local & Regional
Your Northwest Forests

U.S. Forest Service - Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest

Pioneer and Easy Fires Information

Smoke / Air Quality
AirNow Fire and Smoke Map
https://fire.airnow.gov/

Washington Smoke Blog:
https://wasmoke.blogspot.com

Washington’s Air Quality Index:
https://ecology.wa.gov/.../Monitoring.../Air-Quality-Index
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As temperatures soar and dry conditions persist, it’s crucial to be mindful and use caution when you head outdoors. This includes being aware of your vehicle. Fire danger is Very High and firefighting resources are already spread thin across the PNW. Let’s all do our part to prevent fires.
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Have you checked your vehicle? Before heading this weekend, check your vehicles and trailers for these common issues that could spark a wildfire. Any spark in these dry conditions could cause a wildfire. Make memories, not fires this weekend.

🌞🍻 There is nothing better than a cool, crisp TREAD IPA at the end of a hot day! Pick one up after your next adventure. Now available at select drinking establishments and vendors throughout the area. (If you don't see it - request it!)

A portion of the proceeds from every sale will be donated to TREAD in support of our mission to enhance and protect sustainable outdoor recreation in central WA. Help us show Hellbent Brewing Company some love by snapping a photo with your TREAD IPA, posting it to social media, and tagging it .

📅 SAVE THE DATE 📅
Join us at 4 PM on 7/31 for the 2024 TREAD IPA Beer Release Luau with our friends from The Taproom By Hellbent Brewing in the Pybus Public Market Event Center!
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Did you know it is ! It's a little toasty to get out and celebrate in central WA but you can share your love for our National Forests and Grasslands by entering the National Forest Foundation photo and video contest. Entries are due by Sunday, July 14.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/JjaXg2CbTzqG9tA1/

You don’t have to be a professional photographer to enter the photo and video contest! We want to know through your photos how YOU experience the beauty of our National Forests and Grasslands.

Submit your entries at nationalforestweek.org. The first 2,000 entrants will receive 40% off AllTrails+!

Great reminders from our friends at Visit Wenatchee Valley and Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce. Show your love for this place by respecting and protecting the Wenatchee Valley’s natural beauty, environment, and resources. Check out the campaign website for more tips and a useful list of local resources to help you recreate safely and responsibly. And be sure to submit your photo entry to their photo contest by July 31!

Wenatchee Valley contains a unique ecosystem of arid desert climate, wild waterways, and pristine forest. We must sustain these natural systems to ensure the outdoors remains a viable playground for all who live and visit here.

Six Ways to Show Love For This Place
1. Prepare & Stay Aware
2. Be A Caring Camper
3. Recreate Respectfully
4. Keep Wildlife Wild
5. Be Fire Savvy
6. Be Water Wise

📷 Check out our photo contest to win a one-night stay paired with an adventure experience. Learn more: https://www.visitwenatchee.org/showlove

Attention trail enthusiasts! Please note that wildfires in our area may impact trail access. Before heading out, we recommend checking with local land managers and adhering to any advisories in place both during and after a fire. Protect yourself and our trails!

¡Atención entusiastas de los senderos! Tenga en cuenta que los incendios forestales en nuestra área pueden afectar el acceso a los senderos. Antes de salir, recomendamos consultar con los administradores de tierras locales y seguir las advertencias vigentes tanto durante como después de un incendio. ¡Protégete a ti y a nuestros senderos!

Shoofly Fire - July 8, 2024

Firefighters are responding to a new incident located on the Wenatchee River Ranger District, on the southeast slope of Shoofly Mountain. The Shoofly Fire is estimated to be around 40 acres in size and is roughly 25 miles west of Lake Wenatchee, WA.

Air and ground firefighting resources are implementing a full suppression strategy to control the fire as efficiently and safely as possible.

Top Lake and Heather Lake Trails, accessed via Forest Service Road 6701 off of Rainy Creek Road, are currently threatened. The Pacific Crest Trail is not currently threatened but is about 2 miles west of the fire.

Recreationists are asked to avoid this area to allow firefighters to work safely.

Happy fourth! Just a reminder that fireworks are illegal not only on public lands, but in Chelan County and many areas in Douglas County as well. Play it safe this Independence Day and focus on friends, family and fun. Leave the fireworks to professionals (there is a great show in Wenatchee) and leave your fireworks at home.

Don't let fire spoil your Fourth of July. While fireworks might be pretty to watch, please remember that they are prohibited on the Forest. Even a spark could result in a wildland fire that threatens the well-being of humans, wildlife, natural resources, and property. Stay safe and leave fireworks and pyrotechnics properly stored at home where they belong.

For more information about prohibited and restricted activities on the Forest, visit: https://www.fs.usda.gov/list/wayne/alerts-notices/public-notices?ss=110914&navtype=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&cid=FSEPRD1008274&navid=120000000000000&pnavid=null&position=Notices*&ttype=list&pname=Wayne%20National%20Forest%20-%20Alerts%20amp;%20Closures.

U.S. Forest Service Photo.

The Washington State Trails Coalition is pleased to open nominations for the fourth Washington State Trails Awards. These biennial awards recognize the efforts and achievements of exceptional individuals, organizations, and land managers who are working to make Washington’s trails the best in the nation.

Nominations are due by August 16. Winners will be announced at the 2024 Washington State Trails Conference Awards Reception in Wenatchee, WA on the evening of Friday, October 4, 2024.
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Make a WSTC Trails Award Nomination Now! Winners will be announced at the 2024 Washington State Trails Conference Awards Reception in Wenatchee, WA on the evening of Friday, October 4, 2024.

Good reminder from Northwest Motorcycle Association that applies to us all regardless of how we enjoy the outdoors.

"Outdoor recreation and the use of public lands is a valuable right that should not be taken for granted. By being dedicated stewards of the trails and lands we enjoy, we can help preserve access to public lands for future generations. This week, we will highlight various ways that you can become better riders and stewards for our sport."

THIS WEEK, WE BRING YOU A 5-DAY SERIES ON STEWARDSHIP

Outdoor recreation and the use of public lands is a valuable right that should not be taken for granted. By being dedicated stewards of the trails and lands we enjoy, we can help preserve access to public lands for future generations. This week, we will highlight various ways that you can become better riders and stewards for our sport.

Stewardship is important to NMA President Marc Toenyan “because I love the feelings experienced while recreating outdoors. My favorite outdoor activity is riding a dirt bike in the woods and mountains. You can explore so many places on a single ride! I also enjoy fishing, hunting, and hiking. When we take the time to care for the lands we recreate on, we minimize our impact on the resources we appreciate. This helps ensure kiddos can experience these things as they grow and then pass along to their little ones. I’ll never forget my father’s words when we’d be packing up after a weekend of camping and riding. He’d say, ‘leave it better than we found it’. That’s like paying it forward...to all the things that exist in our state’s natural settings “

Save the date! The Washington State Trails Coalition biennial conference is coming to Wenatchee October 3-5. As the chair of the local host committee and Trail Awards banquet we look forward to welcoming trail managers and enthusiasts from throughout the state. Stay tuned for more information on the exciting keynote speaker and engaging lineup of presentations planned for this year's event. Early bird registration opens July 8.
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Indigenous Roots and Reparation Foundation is presenting “Fish War” next Thursday June 27, 2024 at 7pm at the Numerica Performing Arts Center Fish War is a new feature documentary film from North Forty and Northwest Treaty Tribes Media. It recently premiered two sold out screenings at the Seattle International Film Festival in May and we feel so fortunate to have the opportunity to view it here in Wenatchee. Tickets are $15 and all proceeds from the screening will go to benefit IRRF.

To view the trailer or purchase tickets visit: https://numericapac.org/events/fish_war_a_documentary_by_north_forty_2024/.

We hope to see you there!
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Confluence Health's next adaptive cycling event is THIS SATURDAY, JUNE 22 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Walla Walla Point Park. These events are FREE and open to everyone in our community ages 5 to 105+ with cognitive, physical, and/or sensory disabilities. Outdoors for All Foundation will be providing a variety of adaptive bikes including handcycles, trikes, recumbents and tandems for participants to ride on the Loop Trail. These events are made possible by the generous donors to the Confluence Health Foundation and are part of Confluence Health's new adaptive cycling program. For more information contact [email protected]
ConfluenceHealthFoundation.org.
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🥁 Drum roll, please! 🥁 We are thrilled to announce that Shelby Pothier's original watercolor and ink artwork has won the 2024 Hellbent Brewing Company TREAD IPA label design contest! 🎉 The judges selected it for its eye-catching design, seamless integration with other label elements, and representation of TREAD's mission.

We also want to extend a huge thank you to all the incredibly talented artists who participated—your creativity and hard work made this a tough decision. Cheers to all the contestants! 🍻

SAVE THE DATE and see the artwork in action! Plan to join us for the 2024 TREAD IPA Beer Release Luau at The Taproom By Hellbent Brewing at Pybus Public Market on 7/31. Stay tuned for details.
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Huge congratulations to TREAD board member Jeff Ostenson and the entire team at North Forty for winning a Northwest Emmy for their outstanding documentary 'Saving the Icicle'! Well deserved!

North 40’s ‘Saving the Icicle’ wins regional Emmy CHELAN COUNTY — It’s not every day a video production from a Wenatchee studio wins a Northwest Emmy Award. But North 40 Productions has done it, winning their trophy earlier

National Get Outdoors Day AND Free Fishing Weekend means FREE access to day-use sites in the U.S. Forest Service - Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest on Saturday, June 8 and FREE fishing for certain species on June 8-9!
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Forest Service day-use sites in Oregon and Washington will be open to the public free of charge on Saturday, June 8th, in celebration of National Get Outdoors Day. By waiving fees on this day, we hope to encourage people to take advantage of the many recreational opportunities available in their national forests.

The fee waiver applies to day-use fees at trailheads, picnic areas, visitor centers, and other recreation sites. Keep in mind though, fees for camping, cabin rentals, or special permits, will remain in effect.

This works out well for Washington State residents as June 8th and 9th is Free Fishing Weekend, when fishing licenses are not required to fish for certain species in Washington. So, while your out enjoying free day-use sites in the national forest you can also enjoy free fishing. Be sure to check the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife website (https://wdfw.wa.gov/) for more information about free fishing weekend.

Also, June 1st through the 9th is National Fishing and Boating Week. When recreating on the water, be sure to wear the appropriate safety floatation device and dress correctly for the air and water temperatures. Remember, most rivers and streams are running high with spring melt-off, be aware of fast currents, and the water is very cold.

We urge visitors to plan their adventure carefully by checking their local forest or public land websites for specific information on recreation opportunities, trails, safety guidelines, and any additional regulations.

TWO DAYS LEFT! Artists interested in entering the label design contest for the 2024 release of Hellbent Brewing Company's TREAD IPA must submit their artwork by Wednesday, June 5. The winner not only gets to see their design on the can, they will also receive two cases of TREAD IPA, $100 gift card and swag from The Taproom By Hellbent Brewing at Pybus Public Market, and an invitation to the 2024 TREAD IPA Beer Release Luau at the Taproom on 7/31. For more information or to submit your entry visit: https://www.tread-cw.com/label-design-contest.
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Randy Embernate
Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Central Washington Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Chelan Douglas Land Trust
NCW Arts Alliance
Wenatchee Outdoors
The Wenatchee Row and Paddle Club
Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce

Today was American Hiking Society ! We hope you had the opportunity to get out and we invite you to take the pledge and join the nationwide movement to build an inclusive trails community, engaged in advocacy and trail service. Let's all work towards the goal of leaving trails and the outdoor community better than we find them. Visit http://bit.ly/3Ksc21Q and take the pledge by June 8 to be entered to win awesome outdoor gear prizes!

Photo: Ancient Lakes/Sarah Rudback
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Pavement repair work continues along the Apple Capital Loop Trail. Crews will be working just south of the 27th Street Trailhead tomorrow, Wednesday, May 29, starting at 7 a.m.

On Wednesday, May 29, starting at 7 AM Douglas County crews will be working south of the 27th Street Trailhead on the Apple Capital Loop Trail to repair a section of pavement with significant tree root damage.

If you plan on using the trail, please watch for signage and use caution around where crews are working. There may be minimal delays getting through the area, so thank you for your patience! We hope to wrap the work up by early afternoon.

This trail work is funded in part by a grant from the Complete the Loop Coalition. We wish to thank them for their support!

Last call for Trail School this Saturday! It's time to get your registration in. Join seasoned pros from Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance from 9am-4pm for a two part Intro to Trail Maintenance workshop. Start in the conference room at Pybus Public Market for the classroom component and then move to No. 2 Canyon to put your new skills to work. For details and to RSVP visit https://www.evergreenmtb.org/index.php?option=com_civicrm&task=civicrm/event/info&Itemid=2252&reset=1&id=2506.
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We love trails and we love NCW Libraries! What a great way to get out on our local trails.

Starting today, our Wenatchee Public Library will be offering Summer Hiking Bingo for all ages! Pick up a bingo card at the library, start hiking, and for each bingo earn a raffle ticket for prizes to be awarded later in the summer.

While you're at it, reserve a Washington State Discover Pass from the library for FREE to access many great hiking trails in NCW. Find a pass at your community library or reserve one online here https://catalog.ncwlibraries.org/Record/517939

The WA State Rec & Conservation Office is seeking input on proposed changes to the Nonhighway and Off-Road Vehicle Activities (NOVA) grant program. Comments are due by 8am on May 29.

We’re thinking about making changes to the Nonhighway and Off-Road Vehicle Activities (NOVA) grant program and want your comments.

NOVA pays for improvement to outdoor recreation opportunities and law enforcement in the backcountry areas of the state. We’re proposing increasing the grant amounts available and streamlining the application process.

Review the proposed changes and then complete the survey to let us know what you think. Comments are due by May 29 at 8 a.m.

Review proposed changes: https://rb.gy/vg4dyd

Tell us what you think about the changes: https://rb.gy/1g1yp2

Hellbent Brewing Company is brewing up something special for TREAD and we need your help! Artists of all levels - ages 21 & over - are invited to participate in a label design contest for the 2024 release of Hellbent Brewing Company’s TREAD IPA. As a part of Hellbent's “Do Good, Drink Beer” commitment to community, a portion of the proceeds from the sale of the TREAD IPA will be donated to TREAD in support of our mission to enhance and protect sustainable outdoor recreation in the region. Contest entries must be received by Wednesday, June 5, 2024. For more information or to submit your entry visit: https://www.tread-cw.com/label-design-contest.
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The Taproom By Hellbent Brewing
Randy Embernate
Pybus Public Market
Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Central Washington Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Chelan Douglas Land Trust
NCW Arts Alliance
Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce

Are you passionate about outdoor recreation in the region? TREAD is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join our board! As a board member, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing and protecting sustainable outdoor recreation for all who live, work and play in Chelan and Douglas counties.

Why Join Our Board?
✅ Make a positive impact in the community.
✅ Collaborate with like-minded individuals passionate about the outdoors.
✅ Gain valuable experience and leadership skills.

Whether you enjoy hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding or dirt biking - members of all outdoor user groups are encouraged to apply.

If you're ready to contribute your time and talents we want to hear from you! Start the conversation by filling out our survey for prospective board members at: https://www.makerble.com/projects/tread-board/story_categories/7302/stories/new
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Passing this along for our partner Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance. They're looking for a Trail Builder I for backcountry maintenance in th e Colville NF.