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Open for business again Swimming Parks First hike More hikes, lots more hikes... Wine Map of Quincy Valley More wine, lots more wine.... Beverly Bridge Fishing Places of Worship Calendar of events Golf Camping and biking
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The Quincy Valley: Open for business once again
It’s been a long, hard road, filled with postponements, cancellations, closures and their respective share of long faces and last-minute scrambles. But after months, if not years of waiting, our beloved Quincy Valley is ready to welcome you once again, and invites you to discover its beauty, its secrets, its captivating corners and magnificent vistas, its friendly people and superb wines, its new hotspots and longtime traditions. Nestled between thousand-year-old cliffs and the ageless shores of the mighty Columbia, the Quincy Valley offers something for everybody, and we are delighted to offer you a glimpse of all the ways you and your loved ones can have a good time by visiting our community. Within these pages, you will find information on where to bike, hike, swim, sip or fish. Where to learn more about our past, and where to swing a golf club or eat a fine meal. In our calendar of events section, you will also find that the Quincy Valley is open for business year round, not just when the sun is glistening off the river and the fruit is ripe on our many orchards. It is our privilege to open the Valley’s door to you and share with you some of the many reasons why once you come to the Quincy Valley it’s hard to leave and even harder to not come back to it once more. Enjoy, Sebastian Moraga, editor, 2022 Quincy Valley Recreation Guide 2022 • Sunshine and Sights • Quincy Valley Rec Guide
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Looking for a place to cool down and enjoy some summer sun? Look no further than one of the many swimming locations in the Quincy Valley. Crescent Bar Recreation Area
Crescent Bar is the obvious choice if you are looking for swimming in Quincy Valley. Crescent Bar has plenty of sandy beaches and areas that have been marked off as safe for swimming. Other amenities include restroom facilities, a playground for the kids, picnic and camping areas and
plenty of walking trails. Rattlesnake Cove Recreation Area
Rattlesnake Cove has a swim beach, restroom facilities and a picnic area. It is located at 1422 Sunland Rd., Quincy. Wanapum Lake
Vantage. A reservoir of the Columbia River, Wanapum Lake features more than 27,000 feet of shoreline, and offers both camping spots and day-use spots for a dip in the water. Sand Hollow Recreation Area
Sand Hollow is Although technically located just outside of not in the Quncy Valley, Vantage, about 20 miles this one is close enough south of Quincy. It has to it that we could not a designated swimming leave it out. Locatarea, covered picnic ed just a short drive shelters with grills, a southwest of George, restroom facility and 40 Wanapum Lake is one campsites. of the many attractions When swimming in of the Ginkgo Petrified the river, remember that Forest State Park in river levels can change
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without warning. Many of these places also require a Washington State Discover Pass. For safety reasons, the Grant County Public Utility District recommends staying far back of the dams at Wanapum and Priest Rapids. Furthermore, there are no lifeguards on duty at either Crescent Bar or the Cove.
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Swim, from page 7 Quincy, check out the Quincy Aquatic Center, (see photo above) located at 724 F St. S.E., The center is in East Park, on the eastern edge of town. It features two large slides, a zero-depth wading pool, fountains, a deeper wading pool and a traditional lap pool. It also has changing 8
rooms, a concession stand, picnic shelter and plenty of green grass for lounging and enjoying down time. The aquatic center is open through August. It opens at 1 p.m. daily to the public. A team of welltrained lifeguards and concession workers operates the center. Single-day admission is
reasonable, and punch cards and season passes are available. Opening Day for the 2022 pool season is June 17. To learn about lessons, daily rates, season passes and the many othe featuresof the center, check out www.quincywashington.us,, then click on Departments, See Swim, on page 23
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Parks offer a chance to relax, reflect or recharge soccer field, a community stage and a softball/baseball field.
Whether you are looking for a grassy area to set up a picnic or a playground to let the kids run, you are sure to find what you are looking for in one of the many parks in the Quincy Valley.
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at 724 F St. S.E. in Quincy. The park is 11 acres Parks, from page 9 and features a bike track, play structure, a newer two large play structures, swing set, a soccer field covered picnic areas and a and a basketball court. softball field. City of Quincy, O’Connell Park
O’Connell park is a small, half-acre park located at the corner of B Street and 3rd Ave. N.E. The park offers grassy areas and a play structure for children. East Park
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land and features a beach, a 1.5-mile walking trail, restroom facilities and a playground structure. Quincy Rotary Park
The Rotary Park is located on the corner of D Street S.W. and Central Ave. S. in the heart of downtown Quincy. The park offers a tranquil place to sit next to a large water fountain made of antique farming equipment.
The Crescent Bar Recreation Area has two parks for visitors to enjoy. Chinook Park (see photo on page 9) features plenty of grassy areas, 6 beaches, covered picnic spaces and a 1-mile walking trail. South Park South Park is located Riverbend Park is located on the Crescent Bar Is- near Pioneer Elementary
School and is home to the Little League Fields. The park is just under 2.5 acres and sits on the corner of L Street S.E. and 2nd Ave. S.E. in Quincy Memorial Park
Quincy Memorial Park (see photo above) is located on the corner of F Street and 2nd Ave. S.E. in Quincy. It is home to the Veterans’ Memorial Wall, which is engraved with the names of local military veterans. Simmons Park
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Parks, from page 10 Simmons Park is a 1.5acre park that is part of the Quincy Valley Historial Society & Museum. The park offers plenty of grass and shade to relax in, as well as a climbing structure for kids. The park is located at 415 F Street S.W. in Quincy. City of George Park
This Park, seen at right, features plenty of large shade trees and grassy areas, perfect for enjoying an afternoon picnic. The park also has picnic tables and a playground for the kids. The park hosts a 4th of July event each year.
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Getting started Here is a great way to put your feet on a trail in Quincy’s Ancient Lakes Story and photos by Dave Burgess
You get close to the volcanic rock outcroppings typical of central Washington. It is important, for your safety to stay on the paths.
Instead of seeing central Washington’s desert-like landscape from a car window only, why not get out into it for an easy hike and
discover the shrub-steppe. Quincy’s Ancient Lakes area has a variety of trails to try, but for beginners there is one easy walk that
is an especially good way is easy to find, and can be to get oriented and ready hiked in a roundtrip time to explore other trails in of just 30 minutes. the future. This trail starts It gives the walker an in the upper lakes level, See First hike, page 13
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Desert flowers decorate a hiker’s path
First hike, from page 12 up-close experience on an easy-to-follow trail – a beginner is not likely to get lost, yet it is not wide like
a road – and it leads to a big bonus: a clifftop view over Dusty Lake in the lower lakes level. The trail is short, about 2,000 feet, or about four-
adds to the sense of desert solitude. To find this trail in the upper lakes level, it is best to check a map. Drive on State Route 28 west of Quincy and turn south on White Trail Road, aka Road U NW. Travel 5.8 miles, signal, slow down, and turn right onto a gravel road. The gravel road heads south to the gated entrance of the Quincy Lakes Unit of the Columbia Basin tenths of a mile one way. Wildlife Area, managed The up and down of this by Washington state Deroute amounts to a flight or partment of Fish and Wildtwo of stairs – not much. life (wdfw.wa.gov/placesThere are no signs mark- to-go/wildlife-areas). The ing the trail, but that just See First hike, page 14
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First hike, from p. 13 road is a north-south axis useful for starting a mental map of the area. On Google Maps, this road is labeled Road T NW. Shortly, in just 0.8 miles from the turnoff from White Trail Road, there is a large parking area on the right, which is the trailhead for the Ancient Lake The trunks and branches of the shrubs can be twisted into fantastic shapes. Trail. This trail is an option for those who turnoff from White Trail the road from the Burke vehicle. dislike gravel roads. The Keep going to reach the Road, past Stan Coffin Lake public access point, parking area is also nice Dusty Lake overlook trail. Lake and then Quincy See First hike, p. 16 and level, suitable for any Travel 1.9 miles from the Lake on the left. Across
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First hike, from p. 14 is a vault toilet on the right. It marks a small parking area sometimes used for camping. A vehicle with little ground clearance may be better off parked in the smooth turnaround circling the vault toilet, because there are some jagged rocks in the parking area. The trail starts in the middle of the western side (away from the road) of the parking area. Put one foot in front of the other, take it slow, and watch your step. Stop frequently to take in the scenery and get your bearings. And, stay on the trail. In this rugged terrain, a hiker who has veered off the trail for, say, 20 paces, can look back and not see the trail. Also, know to the south is a cliff about 300 feet away. There are no warning signs or railings. Approaching the destination viewpoint, if hiking with young children, hold their hands. The clifftop view is fantastic: Dusty Lake framed by basalt walls and opening up to the basin beyond. Return to the parking area on the same path. If See First hike, p. 18 16
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First hike, from p. 16 this trail inspires future explorations, take a minute to walk up the road, to the left, about 50 feet and see the start of another trail. This one starts out in similar terrain but is much longer. It goes a couple of miles down a ravine and all the way down to the lower lake level. There are steep parts. Some of the trails scattered around the Ancient Lakes are easy to see and follow, while others that get less foot traffic may fade out of sight. Most are unmarked – there are few See First hike, p. 19
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First hike, from p. 18 signs telling hikers where they are or how long a trail is. The upper area is closer to paved road, but the lower level has miles and miles of trails laced through the brush. To reach the lower lakes level, drive west on Road 9 NW. It curves south, descends, and becomes Ancient Lake Road NW. It is 4 miles on a good gravel road to reach the trailhead. This level is fantastic for hiking, trail running, biking, horseback riding and camping. It has great views of basalt walls and mountains to the west. A Discover Pass is required to park in this area.
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Just in case you want more Hiking opportunities abound when you visit the Quincy Valley
Top row, Douglas Creek and Palisades. Bottom row, Frenchman Coulee. File photos
There’s no better way to enjoy the breathtakingly rugged, desert landscape of the Quincy Valley than an afternoon hike. A pair of good boots is all you need to hit the trails — pull them on and explore deep coulees, sheer cliffs, gushing waterfalls and sweeping views of the Columbia River and 20
Gorge. Most trails are open year-round. In the spring, wildflowers dot the terrain while fall and winter offer relief from the desert sun. Make sure you watch out for rattlesnakes on the trails, as well as poison oak near water sources. Many of the trails in the area offer little in way
of shade, so bring along your sunscreen, a widebrimmed hat and plenty of water. There’s no shortage of trails to choose from in the Quincy area. Check out the Quincy Lakes Wildlife Area and the Beezley Hills Preserve for some of the best spots. Not sure where to start? Here are
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a few of the many great trails Quincy has to offer. Ancient Lakes trail
Ancient Lakes Trail is a popular trail located in the North Columbia Basin State Wildlife Recreation Area. The 4.6-mile trail is an easy hike and offers opportunities for wildlife See More hiking, p. 21
More hiking, from p. 20 viewing and camping. Enjoy stunning basalt cliffs, desert landscapes, colorful flowers, and a number of small waterfalls. A Discover Pass is required to access the trail. Frenchman Coulee
a gushing waterfall at the end of your hike. Dusty Lake trail
Dusty Lake is a 3.3-mile loop trail in the Ancient Lakes area. The trail itself is mostly flat and only moderately challenging. Bring your fishing gear to catch Rainbow Trout in Dusty Lake or a pair of binoculars to watch local birds and wildlife. This trail allows dogs to run off-leash. A Discover Pass is required to park at the trailhead. (See story on page 12)
Frenchman Coulee is a 4.8-mile, out-and-back trail just outside of Quincy. The trail is moderately challenging and is popular for rock climbers and campers. Frenchman Coulee is located at the bottom of a flat canyon and though the terrain is Cave B waterfall trail rocky, the elevation gain If you are looking for a is minimal. You can enjoy
longer hike, the Cave B waterfall trail is a great option. Sitting at 8.8 miles, this out-and-back trail is mostly easy with a few challenging sections. The trail is located in the Quincy Lakes Wildlife Area, and features beautiful views of the Columbia River Gorge. Echo Basin Loop
This 2.7-mile loop is an easy hike, perfect for beginners and hikers with children in tow. The Echo Basin Loop is one of the less popular trails in Quincy, making it an ideal hike for hikers looking to escape the crowds. The trail
is in the Quincy Lakes Wildlife Area and features views of the Columbia, a waterfall, and sand dunes. Monument Hill trail
Monument Hill trail is a 1.2-mile hike in the Beezley Hill Preserve. The terrain is moderately challenging, with very little elevation gain. Douglas Creek and Palisades
Douglas Creek is the land of natural waterslides, lichen spotted basalt, and wide open desert; While Palisades may not be so secret today, it is a
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At left, Dusty Lake. At right, Frenchman Coulee. File photos
More hiking, from p. 21 beautiful attraction worthy of a visit for a good part of the year. The area is great not only for summer days in the sun but it’s also a beautiful spot for viewing wildlife and hiking. And, while Palisades will probably always enjoy a reputation as a getaway for partying, it’s 22
relatively clean and wellkept thanks to the efforts of many people that have volunteered their time to clean it up. As always, remember that if you pack it in, pack it out. Douglas Creek can be accessed either by driving through Palisades, off of Highway 28, or from the opposite side, accessing the area from Wa-
terville. As always, it’s recommended checking local conditions if possible before heading out as the road has been closed in the past. The road coming from Palisades is primitive and involves a stream crossing, so go at your own risk and be prepared to take it slow if necessary. Keep an eye out for
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wildlife when you visit Douglas Creek. You may spot trout, marmots, magpies, a kestrel, and signs of beavers. Also known to frequent the area are porcupines, mule deer, rattlesnakes, and coyotes as well as a variety of birds. (Information on Palisades courtesy of www. icicle.tv)
Swim, from page 8 and then click on Aquatic Center. The cities of Ephrata and Moses Lake also have public pools. Of course, this being Eastern Washington, the folks around here have fiercely independent streaks, and sometimes a pool or a nice, cordoned lake just won’t do. We do not endorse swimming in any of these spots as a safe thing to do, just letting you know that the choice is there.
officially designated as a swim area, swimming in Ancient Lakes is common. Just make sure you watch out for rattlesnakes in the water and along the shore, as well as poison oak. And don’t forget to pack dry clothes so you don’t have to hike back to your car soaking wet. Crescent Bar. File photo
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Quincy Valley is oenophile’s paradise
From Amigne to Viognier, the wineries in the Quincy Valley produce an astounding variety of high-quality wines. The following is a list of the nearest wineries who have set up stakes in the vicinity of Quincy and George. Cave B Estate Winery
The Cave B Estate Winery is an award-winning winery located near Ancient Lakes. All of Cave B’s wines are produced using grapes grown at their own local vineyards. The Cave B Quincy Tast24
ing Room is located at 348 Silica Rd NW, right next door to the Gorge Amphitheatre. Reservations are encouraged, but not required.
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Owned by a husband-wife duo and with their son Chris Daniel Stewart as the winemaker, Chris Daniel Winery seeks to implement traditional winemaking practices on a micro-scale. The winery pays great attention to detail, hand-sorting grapes and fermenting the whole
berries in oak barrels. The Chris Daniel Tasting Room is located at 2743 Highway 283 N. in Quincy.
inner potential of every grape through minimal processing and skillfully meticulous growing practices. Beaumont’s Quincy Tasting Room is located Beaumont Cellars in the heart of their 120At Beaumont Cellars, acre ranch. Find it at 8634 it’s all about the grapes. Road U N.W., Quincy. “The way we see it, wine is food,” the winery’s Errant Cellars website said. “Good chefs Errant Cellars is a smalland winemakers know batch, boutique winery who the stars of the show that sources its grapes really are — the raw in- from vineyards across gredients, and how and Central Washington. Erwhere they are grown.” rant Cellars focuses on Beaumont Cellars prides See Wineries, p. 28 itself in bringing out the
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Clockwise from top left: Megan Couture of Errant Cellars, Mike Stewart of Chris Daniel Wines, his son Chris Daniel Stewart, the winemaker; the tasting room of Jones of Washington, Cameron Fries of White Heron Cellars. File photos, except for Chris Daniel Winery photos submitted by Dianne Stewart.
Wineries, from p. 24 the art and science of winemaking, and believes in “using choice grapes picked at the ideal time and gently processed and aged into quality wines.” The Errant Cellars Tasting Room is located at 15 B Street S.E., in Quincy. Jones of Washington 28
A family-owned winery, Jones of Washington sources its grapes from its own estate vineyards located in the Ancient Lakes and Wahluke slope areas. Jones of Washington was chosen as the Washington Winery of the Year in 2012 by Wine Press Northwest Magazine. The Quincy Public Market Tasting Room is located at 1004 F
Street S.W., Quincy. White Heron Cellars
Located in the heart of Mariposa Vineyard, White Heron Cellars focuses on red wines — particularly Syrah and Bordeaux varieties. The wines at White Heron are produced using Central European wine-making methods. The Tasting Room is lo-
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cated at 23832 Fine Wine Road N.W., Quincy. Milbrandt Vineyards
Milbrandt Vineyards has three vineyards located in the Ancient Lakes area: Ancient Lakes, El Castillo and Spanish Castle. Milbrandt does not have a local tasting room, but See Wineries, p. 29
its wines are available throughout Quincy Valley. Winchester Estate
Winchester Estate Winery is a small, family-owned operation. Every grape is handpicked and grown in the estate vineyards. The Winchester Estate grows 15 varietals, plenty for blending unique wines to satisfy every palate. The Estate is open by appointment. Find it at 7907 Road 11.5 N.W., in Ephrata. Burke Vineyard Estate Family Winery
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Burke Vineyard is a ery located just south of self in producing big, bold S.W., Royal City. small family estate win- George. Burke prides it- wines. Burke Vineyard is located at 16236 Road 10
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Jaclyn Wyena, Velma Wyena and Marie Wyena of the Wanapum Tribe during the dedication and reopening of the Beverly Bridge, which crosses the Columbia River and which sits within the confines of the tribal land. Photo by Tammara Green.
Beverly bridge opens a path to the past and present Story and photos by Tammara Green, with contributions by the Post-Register staff
Editor’s note: fragments of this story were published in the Quincy Valley Post-Register in April of 2022. The Beverly bridge on Highway 243 opened to the public for foot, horse and bike traffic Friday, April 8. 30
Built in 1909 as part of the expansion of the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul railroad system, the bridge spans 3,000 feet and sits just over 85 feet above the Columbia River, providing for many different views as tourists cross it. The bridge, which has suffered fire
damage to its wooden planks, still stands structurally sound long since the last train crossed it in 1980, according to experts. Last April, roughly 1,000 people attended the dedication ceremony for the bridge, which opened with an introduc-
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tion from John Floberg of the Washington State Parks Foundation. “This bridge is only possible because so many people came together,” Floberg said. Three members of the Buck family, from the See Bridge, p. 33
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Come wet a hook in our Valley Just about five miles outside of Quincy, you will find the Quincy Lakes area hosted by Washington State Fish and Wildlife. At the entry to Burke Lake, there is a Boat launch and trails on either side of the lake. In Burke Lake, you will find rainbow trout. The opening day for fishing there is March 1. Evergreen reservoir contains bluegill, bass, crappie and other fish. If neither spot fits your fancy, other lakes in the area are Stan Coffin, Quincy Lake, H Lake and Dusty Lake. Quincy Lake has rainbow trout. Stan Coffin has bass and blue gill. If you are up to a hike, you need to travel down to Dusty Lake. This hike is steep and a little challenging for some, plus, rattlesnakes have been spotted in the area. Dusty Lake has rainbow trout and has German Brown trout. Martha Lake, just north of George, is good early during the summer. The lake is a little shallow and there definitely are some big fish there. Make sure to use bait like worms or crayfish. The fish on Martha Lake don’t seem to bite much on store-bought 32
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bait. This is what WDFW says about Martha Lake on their website. “Martha Lake is located just north of George. This lake is one of Region 2’s most popular March 1st Opener lakes. Anglers fishing Martha Lake experience excellent fishing during
tasting. It is best to make Martha Lake an early season fishing stop rather that late in the season. Upper Caliche Lake is just south of George. Upper Caliche Lake contains rainbow trout, and the lake offers access to boat and shore fishing..
the first month of the season. After the opener fishing is good to fair. Both boat and shoreline fishing are very effective at Martha Lake”. It is true fishing is not great after May or early June at Martha. The water level goes down and the fish can be a bit muddy
In addition, there are three lakes within the Winchester Wasteway system. Winchester Lake #1: This lake is does not have ADA facilities, nor does it have a restroom. Camping is allowed, 2022 Trout Derby though. Winchester Lake #2 See Fish, p. 35
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There are no ADA facilities nor restrooms. Camping is allowed here. There is no boat launch, but you may launch your fishing boat by hand. Winchester Lake #3 There is parking and restrooms here. There is an aging boat launch. Camping is allowed. Overnight camping is allowed at the fishing lakes unless otherwise noted. Of course, remember that fish tend to bite very early in the morning or at sunset and after. Nunnally Lake in South Grant County: Two-pole fishing is allowed here. According to the rules, the daily limit is 1. Minimum size is 18 inches. Merry Lake Merry Lake is near Nunnally Lake. The same rules apply. No internal combustion motors are allowed in the lake. Daily limit of 1 at 18 inches is allowed Lenice Lake: Popular with fly fishers, this is a high-quality lake with large rainbow trout. Limit is 1 fish over 18 inches.
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Bridge, from page 33 the occasion. “Remember, as you cross that bridge and you go down those trails that you are on Indian land,” said Lela. “The Wanapum of Priest Rapids gathered and occupied the land up and down this river.” Former Secretary of State, Ralph Munro (who served between 1980-2001) spoke on the history of the Beverly Bridge. “This is an important segment,” Monroe added. “The idea is a trail to the Pacific Ocean, an Idaho line to the Pacific
Wahluke High School’s Marching Band during the reopening of the Beverly bridge. Photo by Tammara Green
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The Quincy Valley offers you many chances to
take a moment to worship Faith Community Church
1005 10th Ave SW · (509) 787-1229 Opens 10 a.m. on Sundays. Website: www.quincyfcc.com Pastors: Kyle and Melodi Slusher Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m, with a live feed available Sundays, and can be seen on Facebook, by visiting www.facebook.com/ quincyfcc. Bridge, from p. 34 may park there. Crossing the 3,000 ft long bridge take a little time. Enjoy the fantastic views. If you are an avid bicyclist, consider making a Fish, from p. 32 Deep Lake, and Park Lake, north of Soap Lake, are participants in this year’s WDFW Trout Derby, which runs until October. 13 Prizes are waiting to be claimed. If you catch a tagged fish, that means it is a derby fish, and you need to keep the tag and fill out the claim form on-
526 H St SE Website: qfmc.org/ (509) 787-1773 There is a live feed on 707 J St SW · (360) 460Reverend Kathleen S Facebook at 10:30 a.m. 5159/ (509) 787-3492 Jingling Sunday Services: 10:45 Sunday mornings. Sunday service: 10:30 a.m.Sunday School: 9:30 Quincy Church of The a.m. a.m. Nazarene Pastor: Jeremy Fodge, Christian Reformed 625 Central Ave N with associate pastor Juan Church (509) 787-2047 Carlos Magallanes. Services 11 a.m. on Sun420 H St SE Website: quincyfbc. day. (509) 787-2641 weebly.com Website: QuinSunday Services: 10:30 c y n a z a r e n e . o r g a.m. Quincy Free Methodist Church Pastor John Hardiman. Website: quincycrc. com. 301 I St SW · (509) 787Quincy First Assembly 4491 of God See Worship, p. 36 Pastor: Shaun McNay First Baptist Church
weekend of the trip, riding into Ellensburg and back. Enjoy what beauty Central Washington and the Columbia Basin have to offer. Thanks to the Wash-
ington Society for Historic Preservation, The Palouse to Cascades Trail Coalition, Washington Parks and Recreation and many other government entities, the
bridge was beautifully restored, and connects yet one more piece of the puzzle of the Palouse to Cascades Trail.
line at wdfw.gov. to get your prize. A couple of tips for summer fishing: Wear comfortable hiking shoes or boots when walking in the area. Although it is hot in the summer, it is a good idea to cover arms and legs when in the area near the lakes, which are full of mosquitoes. Wearing good boots will
help if you accidentally step on a snake. In recent years Washington State has required a Discovery Pass for access to wildlife lands and parks. Discovery Pass-restricted lands also include many of the lands that surround or overlap Washington State fishing lakes. To order a Discovery Pass, go to www.parks.
wa.gov. This year, there is another option. If you are a library card holder in the state of Washington, you can check out and even reserve a Discovery pass. Contact your local library for details. Get your fishing license locally, at either Ace Harddware or QHL.
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Worship, from p. 35
Quincy. Worship services 218 1st Ave SW. in at 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Quincy Church of Christ on Sundays and 7 p.m. on 715 Central Ave N · Quincy 25 A St NE, Quincy, WA Wednesday. Pastor Jona(509) 787-2718 (509) 787-9633 98848 than O’Harra. Email: qcysecty@nwi. Phone: (509) 787-4738 The Church of Jesus Phone: (360)367-1651. net. Services at 10:30 a.m. Website: QuincychurChrist of Latter-day on Sundays. Christ The Savior chofchrist.com Saints Lutheran Church Gospel Meetings: Sun- St Paul Lutheran Church Address: 1101 2nd Ave (Missouri Synod) days 11 a.m. SE, Quincy, WA 98848 716 3rd Ave SE George, WA. (509) AdPhone: (509) 787-2521 (509) 787-2824 St Pius X Catholic dress: 1101 2nd Ave SE, Sunday Services: 9 a.m. Church Quincy, WA 98848 Iglesia Metodista Libre in person or online 805 Central Ave N · Phone: (509) 787-2521 Service live-streamed “El Jardín” de Quincy (509) 787-2622 Address: 1101 2nd Ave (Methodist church) on YouTube, and the link Website: stpiusxquincy. SE, Quincy, WA 98848 815 2nd Ave SW is also available on Facecom Phone: (509) 787-2521 (509) 787-4491 book. English Mass: 9 a.m. 785-4530. Sunday worPastor Ann Murphy. Spanish Mass: 11 a.m. Bible Missionary Church ship at 9:30 am. Rev. Mario A. Salazar Address: 201 N St. SW. Spanish Foursquare 36
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Sunshine galore… and so much more 12-month calendar of events
After two years of the pandemic, every moment spent with friends or an public entertainment venue of some sort feels like a bonus. Well, you’re in luck, here come twelve months worth of bonuses. Not every event is guaranteed to occur, of course, but just in case it happens, and you’re planning a trip to our Valley, we would not want you to miss out on it. Here is our calendar of events for the Quincy Valley and nearby areas.
JUNE Dru Gimlin 3-on3 Street Basketball Tournament
After a three-year hiatus, this tournament, which celebrates the memory of a former Quincy High School basketball standout who passed away in 2003, returned this year. Of course, by the time this guide reaches your hands, you will probably have read all about the outcome of this year’s edition of the tourney in the Quincy Valley Post-Register, but we did not want you to forget that this unofficial start to the summer in the Quincy Valley is back, and hopefully for good. JUNE-AUGUST
from June 23-Aug. 4. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams in both divisions. Two players allowed per team, either all-male, all-female or mixed. For more information, please contact recreation@quincywashington.us. JUNE-SEPTEMBER B Street Market
Speaking of summer staples, the B Street Market has become one of the go-to places for Saturdays in the summer. With food nearby, entertainment on site and a variety of vendors, the B Street Market offers something for everyone. Check out thebstreetmarket.com Summer Lauzier
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This year’s season of Games for the Quincy free movies at LauziCornhole League will er Park begins on June take place at East Park Thursday nights 6-8 p.m. See Calendar, p. 39 Cornhole League
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trips around the Quincy valley as well as weekly trips to the pool for swimming. Breakfast and lunch will be provided by the Quincy School District. To learn more, contact recreation@quincywashington.us. This year’s season of free mo
25 at dusk, around 9:30 p.m. There will be movies playing on July 9 and 23 and Aug. 6. To learn more, contact recreation@quincywashington.us. This year’s movies are, on the first night, The Mitchells Versus The Machines, on the second Aquatic Center opens night Monsters Inc., on The city pool opens the third night Addams June 17 at 1 p.m. for the Family 2, and on the season, and in addition to fourth night Encanto. providing a welcome respite from the high heat of Day Camp the Quincy summer, pro- contact recreation@quinWeekly summer day vides lifeguard lessons cywashington.us camps for children ages and swimming lessons 5-13, from 7:30 a.m. to throughout the warmer JULY 5:30 p.m. Children will months. To learn more, be taking weekly field
George (Wash.) Fourth of July Celebration
This patriotic celebraSee Calendar, p. 40
Chart a course for SAFETY!
Sheriff Tom Jones encourages everyone to take a boating safety course to make our waters safer. Boaters in Washington born after January 1, 1955, need to have their Washington State Boater Education Card with them when operating a boat 15 horsepower or greater.
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Calendar, from p. 39 tion of all things America starts with the Cherry Bomb Run early in the morning, and ends with a fireworks display. Events include live performenrs, a grand parade, entertainment, vendors and food, including the annual “World’s Largest Cherry Pie,” (see photo at left). To learn more, visit www.georgecommunityhall.com.
will run Monday, July 11 through Saturday, July 16, with a 10 a.m. performance on Saturday, July 16. After five days of rehearsals, the children will put on a full-length show: Golly Gee Whiz! by Eric Rockwell and Joanne Bogart, directed by Clifford Bresee, of Coulee City.
Ordinary Days, by Quincy Valley Allied Arts
The last three days in July draw some of the biggest names in contemporary country music to the Gorge Amphitheatre. Go to www.gorgeamphitheatre.net to purchase day passes and to learn about the performers, whose names include Miranda Lambert, Morgan Wallen, and Kane Brown this year.
Watershed Festival at the Gorge Amphitheatre
Quincy Valley Allied Arts will offer three performances of “Ordinary Days” their summer theater productions. Performances will be on July 7 at George, on July 8 at Lauzier Park in Quincy and July 9 at White Heron Winery near Crescent Bar. For more details AUGUST about the performances, visit QVAA’s Facebook Bass Canyon Festival page. at the Gorge AmphiGolly-Gee-Whiz Children’s Theater Camp, by Masquers
theatre
A three-day event featuring nothing but bass music comes to the This week-long theater Gorge Amphitheatre becamp for children invites tween Aug. 19 and 21. To Quincy, the Grant County auction (see photo at top youths to spend their learn more visit basscan- Fair attracts visitors from right). mornings out at the Mas- yon.com This year’s edition, all over Central Washingquers Theater in Soap ton, as well as children held as always at the FairLake. The Masquers Grant County Fair from around the region See Calendar, p. 42 Summer Youth Theatre A few miles east of showing their animals at 40
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Central Washington and South Grant County’s Best Kept Secret … ….a vast sweep of water, hills and sky
Live….Play….Explore…..Everything Under the Sun
Welcome to the rural village of Desert Aire— a 3,200 acre planned community nestled along the eastern bank of the Columbia River, just 20 miles south of I90! Home to full-time residents, recreational enthusiasts, and visitors from around the state, country and world, DA’s location in the rain shadow of the Cascade and Umtanum Mountains, boasts over 300 days of sunshine and some of the state’s hottest temperatures. Public play on DA’s three star rated , 18 hole golf course and tennis/pickle ball courts is welcome. Boaters, skiers, fishing and hunting enthusiasts are attracted to an 8,000 acre water playground reservoir created between the Wanapum & Priest Rapids hydroelectric dams. Camping and river access at the marina with the 3.1 mile walking trail are part of the Priest Rapids Recreation Area. DA’s RV Resort accommodates the largest units all-year round, with full hookups. “Stay and Play” packages are available. Explore nearby attractions including Saddle Mountain ORV park, Priest Rapids Wildlife Refuge, Wanapum Heritage Center, Hanford Reach National Monument, Ginko Petrified Forest, Wild Horse Wind Farm, Wild Horse Monument to name just a few. DA is a base for concert lovers to enjoy the nearby Gorge Amphitheater and the “hub” to reach other amenities in Tri Cities, Yakima, Ellensburg or Moses Lake. Driving to DA includes seeing more than 5,000 acres of vineyards on the Wahluke Slope. Tasting rooms are in abundance, as the region currently produces about 25% of the total grapes grown in the state, and outside processing and bottling has helped local wineries produce 11% of Washington’s wine production.
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Calendar, from p. 40 grounds in Moses Lake, runs from Aug. 16-21. To learn more, please visit www.gcfairgrounds.com (no joke). SEPTEMBER Dave Matthews band at Gorge Amphitheatre
Washington native Dave Matthews brings back his annual Gorge residency with a series of performances in early September. To learn more, visit gorgeamphitheater.net Farmer-Consumer Awareness Day
If there’s an event that showcases everything good about our Valley, this is it. A one-day extravaganza meant to symbolize the relationship between the community and the orchards and farms that surround it, FCAD (commonly referred to as Eff-cad), is one of the valley’s most popular events. Held the second weekend of September, it includes a fun run, an antique tractor pull, a grand parade (see photo on page 40), ty of activities for chil- Quincy Valley Veter- ty gathers to recognize a fresh produce sale, a dren. To learn more, vis- ans Recognition Wall its veterans with a spequilt show, a car show, it quincyfcad.com Every year during (see photo at right), live See Calendar, p. 43 FCAD, the communientertainment and plen42
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Calendar, from p. 42 cial ceremony, around 9 am. at Memorial Park in Quincy, the second Saturday in September. George (Wash.) Bluegrass Festival
A free, seven-day event celebrating this genre of music, with workshops, outdoor stage performances, amateur jams, and much more. Monday Sept. 12-18. To learn more visit georgecommunityhall.com Pioneer Day at GC Historical Museum
Saturday Sept. 24 at
the Grant County Historical Museum, 742 Basin St. NW, in Ephrata. For more information, call 509-754-3334. OCTOBER Downtown Quincy Trick-or-treating
The downtown core of Quincy closes off its streets once a year to welcome all kinds of ghoulish creatures, superheroes, police officers (see at right) pint-sized athletes and princesses, all united in the quest of gathering as much candy as possible from local reSee Calendar, p. 44
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Calendar, from p. 43 tail shops. To learn more, visit quincyvalley.org Harvest maze pumpkin patch
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Saturdays and Sundays during October at Becerra Gardens. Go to www. becerragardens.com during the fall to learn more. NOVEMBER Quincy Valley Lions Club Turkey Bingo
A community tradition that gives participants a chance to win a turkey for their Thanksgiving top right.) dinner. To learn more, FEBRUARY visit e-clubhouse.org/ sites/quincyvalley
QVAA musical
Quincy Valley Allied Arts presents an annuOld Fashioned Christ- al musical at the high mas school. To learn more, The Quincy Valley His- visit QVAA’s Facebook torical Society hosts this page. event at the restored Pioneer Church, off F Street. Waypoint chess tourGo to www.qvhsm.org to ney in Ephrata A longtime tradition learn more. returned in 2021 after a QVAA Community pandemic-fueled hiatus, Christmas Concert and young players from Quincy Valley Allied all around central WashArts hosts the annual free ington showed up to show event, traditionally at the off their skills, and earn a high school, and usually bit of cash in the process. The Waypoint Chess in the second Sunday of December, (see photo at See Calendar, p. 46 DECEMBER
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Calendar, from p. 44 Tournament is open to any student who attends school in a school district in Grant County. There’s no entry fee and players can sign up as late as the day before the tourney. The tournament also hosts a class to explain the rules and notation on the days prior to the tournament. Participation is limited to the first 100 players to sign up.
every spring, much to the delight of the community. Check out the QHS Theathre’s Facebook page for more details as the month of the performance grows closer. Spaghetti feed
The annual spaghetti feed fundraiser helps pay for a longstanding tradition in Quincy education: the fourth-graders’ trip to Seattle. To learn more about the fundraiser, contact one of the elementaMARCH ry schools in the QSD. Their contact information QHS musical ner at senior center The talented students at is available at www.qsd. After reopening in April Quincy High School put wednet.edu 2021, the Quincy Senior on a tremendous show Saint Patrick’s Day din- Center got right back
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you want to know more, contact the senior center next year, by email qseniorcenter@outlook.com. APRIL Egg hunts
Quincy and George hold separate egg hunts, giving your children the chance to collect twice as many Easter eggs. Contact the George Community Hall, georgecommunityhall. com for the George hunt, and the Quincy Parks and Rec Department for the Quincy version of the event. Also, you might want to ask around and see if other private businesses in town are hold-
ing their own hunts. Before the pandemic, The Cambridge used to hold one, too. You can never have enough chocwit. MAY Pikeminnow derby
The Northern Pikeminnow derby takes place on the Columbia River from Rock Island Dam to Wanapum Dam. It helps reduce the population of this predator, and it makes for a pretty good time, especially if the weather cooperates. Visit the Quincy Valley Chamber of Commerce’s website for registration dates and fees or call 509-787-
2140. The goal of the derby is to remove as many pikeminnows as possible during the course of a few days. Memorial ceremony
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The Memorial Day ceremonies in Quincy include a service and a flag-raising at the Quincy Valley Cemetery (see photo above). For more information, visit www. quincywashington.us.
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Sand traps and pro shops and tee times, oh my An abundance of sunshine means Quincy Valley and golf go hand in hand, and the area’s scenic courses are ready for players in a range of skills. Colockum Ridge Golf Course
Located at 17056 Road 5 NW in Quincy. Phone: 509-787-6206. Website is www.colockumridgegolf.com. This 18-hole course, with tee placements for beginning, intermediate and advanced golfers,
offers a restaurant, pro shop and a full slate of summer events and tournaments. Men’s 5,966 yards (par 71); women’s 5,150 yards (par 73). With its central location at the intersection of Highway 281 and White Trail Road, this public course, operated by the Port of Quincy, is not to be missed. Crescent Course
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cy. (509) 754-5002. For more information, go to www.crescentbarrecreation.com. A mostly level, ninehole, public course with open-play policy. Men’s 6,068 yards (par 70); women’s 5,788 yards (par 72). Sunserra at Crescent Bar
Located at 23572 NW Sunserra Loop, west of Quincy near Crescent Bar Recreation Area. (509)787-4156. Information at www.sunserra.com. Nine-hole, par 27, executive course, owned by the Sunserra homeowners association and open to the public, family friendly, open play. Clubhouse, pro shop, general store, restaurant, bar, ice cream and coffee shop. Views from the slopes overlooking
the Columbia River. Rock Island Course
Located at 314 Saunders Ave. in Rock Island, 22 miles northwest of Quincy. Phone: 509884-2806, information at rockislandgolfcourse. com. An 18-hole course that’s more than 7,000 yards in length. Open play policy; tee times preferred. Men’s 6,487 yards (par 72); women’s 5,937 yards (par 72). Driving range, restaurant and pro shop. Oasis RV Park & Golf
Located at 2541 Basin St. SW, Ephrata. Phone: 877-754-5102 or 509754-5102; oasisrvandgolfcourse.com. A nine-hole, 27-par public course that’s heavily wooded with water hazards. Oasis
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RV and Golf Park has an 18-hole mini-golf course on-site as well. Desert Aire
Located 43 miles south of Quincy, at 504 Clubhouse Way W., Mattawa. Phone: 509932-4439. Information at www.daoa.org. An 18-hole, public course. Men’s 6,243 yards (par 72); women’s 5,287 yards (par 72). Full-service pro shop, snack bar, putting green, driving range. RV hookups for overnight stay.
Colockum Ridge Golf Course. File photo
Discover Learn Engage mons Reiman-Sim e Hous urch Pioneer Ch y Heritage Communit Barn
• Interactive exhibits for all ages • Year round programming, festivals, speakers and more • Hometown Harvest Fest weekend of October 14-16 Festival on grounds Saturday 11-3
Free Admission ~ Open most Fridays and Saturdays 1-5 pm Please check the calendar of events at qvhsm.org or on Facebook for closures due to private rentals
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Looking for an intense in-tents experience? We’ve got you covered The Quincy Lakes area offers public, dry camping with portable toilets. The Quincy Lakes area offers around 20 lakes to visit. To get to the lakes from Quincy, take Highway 281 south five miles to County Road 5 NW. Turn west and drive three miles to Road T Northwest. Turn south on that gravel road. Pro-
ceed south a half mile to the gate at the main entrance of the wildlife area. The east side of the wildlife area can be accessed via Highway 281 from Road 3 Northwest. Grant PUD manages several year-round campgrounds on the Columbia River. Visit Crescent Bar Recreation Area, Priest Rapids
Recreation Area Campground, Sand Hollow Campground, Jackson Creek, Rocky Coulee and Buckshot. Some of these campgrounds have very specific rules, so be sure to visit www. grantpud.org/visit-us to learn more about each spot. Some of these campgrounds may have fees, quiet hours, allow no pets or larger camp-
ers, or have a limit on the number of days you may stay, depending on the time of year. Gorge Amphitheatre Campground, Wildhorse Campground, as well as a variety of camping options are available for visitors to the amphitheater. Go to www.tourgrantcounty. com.
Biking and rock climbing Many of the trails around the Quincy Valley are suitable for off-road bicycles. Road racers can enjoy cycling through Quincy Valley’s variable farmland on the many paved county roads. We advise that you remain alert to passing traffic, given the high number of sizeable vehicles that travel around and across the Valley every day. The Quincy Valley has hundreds of miles of trails for biking, many of which are open year-round. Some of the best trails are found at the Quincy Lakes Wildlife Area, where trails meander through the same landscape that was formed 50
by ancient floodwaters that carved breathtaking vistas and valleys. Its variety of wildflowers and plentiful sunshine make a ride through the Quincy Lakes Wildlife Area a unique experience. Another prime spot for you and your mountain bike is the Nature Conservancy’s property north of Quincy, at the 4,788-acre Beezley Hills Preserve. To reach Beezley Hills Preserve from Quincy, head east on Highway 28. Near the eastern edge of town, turn north on Columbia Way, which curves into Road P NW, also known as Monument Hill Road. Go 7.1 miles
and park next to the access road for a communications tower at the top of the hill. On the south side of the road, there is a gate into the Beezley Hills Preserve. According to the Washington Trails Association, the terrain is best suited for beginners and intermediate bikers. The terrain is easy, but there is no signage. Motorized vehicles are not allowed on the trail, but mountain bikes are OK. Visit www.wta. org for more information and trip reports. You may also visit Trailforks.com. The Feathers near Vantage, amazing basalt columns formed
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millions of years ago, draw rock climbers year-round. Described by the climbing website Mountain Project (www. mountainproject.com) as “Beginner Central,” The Feathers are climbable on both the north and south ends, allowing for most weather conditions. The Feathers, (elevation; 1,115 feet) are off of Interstate 90 at exit 143. Take the old Highway 10 down toward the Columbia River. The Feathers are adjacent to the first parking and camping area found in the Frenchman Coulee area.
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