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FOOD

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Local Restaurants Adapt

Social Distancing on Echo Ridge Trail

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Farmers Markets & Entertainment

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Lakeview Drive-In has been offering to-go food since 1957.

LOCAL RESTAURANTS FIND WAYS TO THRIVE DESPITE DIFFICULT CIRCUMSTANCES

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Local Wineries Cover Photo: One of the wonderful masked waitresses at Wapato Point Cellars & the Winemaker’s Grill on the patio with well spaced tables and drinks!

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Lakeview Drive-In offers traditional American fast food made with quality ingredients.

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uring the COVID-19 pandemic much of our attention has been focused on the negative repercussions of the pandemic to the economy, and especially to local businesses. Yet whether they had to scramble to adapt, or whether their original business model naturally fit the situation, some Chelan-area restaurants and wineries have been weathering the pandemic storm well.

One example is Siren Song Winery. Manager Nolan Weber said he would describe the experience of adapting the business to the reality of the pandemic as challenging, but also fun.

“Creativity pushes us through this whole scenario,” Weber said.

Weber said that Siren Song staff members are making it their mission to give customers some-

thing of the winery experience in each takeout box.

For Siren Song, takeout is a completely new direction. They had to revisit their menu and come up with options that do well as takeout items.

Some of their most popular have been the herb roasted salmon caesar and the chicken cobb salad. Their artisan pizzas have also been a hit.

The winery helps customers choose wines that match well with their orders.

Weber said that business has remained quite steady since the winery closed one week before the statewide order. The winery has expanded its marketing tools and tapped into some new customer demographics, Weber said.

April Williams, owner and manager of Lake Chelan Trading

Company, which runs Lake Chelan Winery and Wapato Point Cellars, said that restaurants at the two wineries moved to five days a week from seven during the first few months of the pandemic.

They recently have been able to open back up seven days a week.

The Winemaker’s Grill, which is located at Wapato Point Cellars, began to provide dine in options beginning with the announcement that the county had moved to Phase 1.5 of the governor’s phased opening plan.

She said the staff members have been supportive and adaptable to all of the changes and regulations, and the customer response has been enthusiastic.

“If we were allowed to hug, we would be hugging,” Williams said.

Both wineries are offering wine tasting kits, with glasses and

FOOD tastes for two people. Lake Chelan Winery also has a cheese shop that offers a signature plate in a to-go container. Wine and cheese tasting can be enjoyed on the premises or at home.

Madison Mackenzie, manager of Local Myth Pizza, said that the restaurant has been able to remain open throughout the pandemic, though they did close on Sundays for a period of time. Now they are back open from Tuesday through Sunday.

They started online ordering, and that has worked very well. Mackenzie said she thinks it is something that the restaurant will keep in place even after the pandemic.

People love to get their orders and then walk over to Riverwalk Park to eat them on picnic tables or blankets. The restaurant provides all of the paper plates and utensils.

Mackenzie said that Local Myth had to lay off a few employees at first, and reduce employee hours, but now they are getting back to normal staffing.

According to Amy Mack, owner of the Lakeview Drive In, COVID-19 has actually sped up business

somewhat. The drive in, located next to Don Morse Park, has been open since 1957, and has been in Mack’s family for 36 years. The drive-in is all takeout, so it was perfectly placed for this epidemic.

Lakeview is a great place to pick up all-American fast food made from high quality ingredients.

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Dinner at Lake Chelan Winery’s BBQ in the Vineyard is available on the tables in the middle of the vineyard.

coldwell banker has served north central washington for over 40 years with offices in wenatchee | chelan | winthrop At Lake Chelan Winery’s Cheese Shop there are delightful cheese plates you can eat onsite or take out to the vineyard.

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SOCIAL DISTANCING THE NATURAL WAY These are photos of biking the Echo Ridge Trail system courtesy of Chelan Ranger District, Paul Willard.

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re you running out of things to do in and around your home? Are you looking for some fresh scenery? Fortunately, opportunities for outdoor recreation in the Chelan area abound. Why not try a local outing to explore the natural beauty of this area?

Hikes are great because you need nothing more than a good pair of tennis shoes or hiking boots, sunscreen and a picnic lunch.

As for every activity nowadays, there are some special precautions to keep in mind as you enjoy the wilderness. The Washington Trails Association website outlines some of these. Go with your own family group. Don’t forget your face mask, so you can cover up if you end up in a situation where you are close to other hikers. Give people plenty of room when you pass and avoid crowded areas, such as popular viewpoints. Bring along your hand sanitizer.

Dana Kimbell, visitor services information assistant at the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Chelan Ranger District had some specific recommendations for trailheads that are close to Chelan and easy to access.

The Echo Ridge area is a great place to explore by foot or mountain bike. This trail system offers a large range of lengths of excursions and there are maps of the trails at the trail heads and junctions along the way.

One especially fun trail at Echo Ridge is the Outback Trail, which starts from the North Junction Trailhead. This is a loop around a small mountain, with the option of hiking up a spur trail called Mallory’s to reach the highest point of the Echo Ridge system. Total length is about 6 miles round trip if you hike to the top. Elevation gain to the summit is about 700 feet.

Maps of the Echo Ridge Area can be downloaded on the Okanogan-Wenatchee Na-

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tional Forest website at www. fs.usda.gov/recarea/okawen/ recarea/?recid=57199.

From Chelan take Highway 150 west 1.5 miles to Boyd Road. Follow the signs to Echo Ridge, which is located seven miles from the turnoff.

There is no charge during the summer months.

Another easy and close hiking or walking option is the Riverwalk Loop, a one-mile paved loop in downtown Chelan. The Chelan River Reach Trail continues from the Riverwalk Loop, dropping down next to the Chelan River. The total trail length is three miles, with the last 1.1 mile being a gravel trail.

There is parking for this gravel portion at Gorge Road.

If you are looking for a good workout, the Pot Peak Trail may be a good option. This trail is 9.5 miles roundtrip, with a steep elevation gain on the way up. You will have a good view of Lake Chelan along the way. Pot Peak is also good for advanced mountain bikers.

To access the trailhead take Forest Service Road 5900 for about three miles before taking a left onto Forest Service Road 8410. The trailhead is on the right about one-half mile from the junction.

If you are interested in cycling, you may also want to check out The Lake Chelan Chamber of Commerce map of Lake Chelan area bike routes available at LakeChelan.com. Suggested routes range from a one-mile downtown route to an 18-mile Manson route.

The routes were designed by people who bike regularly in the Lake Chelan area. The longer routes reflect the challenging terrain, changes in topography and changes in elevation of the Century Challenge, an event that usually takes place in June. All of the routes have been tested for safety and good road conditions.

More information about the trails is available through the Chelan Ranger District.

EVENTS

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FARMERS MARKETS JUNE 18-25 SATURDAY, JUNE 20 CHELAN SATURDAY FARMER’S MARKET Sat 8:00 AM · 112 E Johnson Ave, Chelan A place to socialize with locals, purchase locally grown organic food and support local artists! The produce and crafts available change from market to market which provides for a new experience every Saturday! Location 112 East Johnson Avenue, kitty corner from Safeway.

MANSON FARMER’S MARKET JESSE JAMES AND THE MOB AT WINEGIRL WINES Fri 7:00 PM · Winegirl Wines · Lake Chelan · Manson 222 E Wapato Way, Manson (509) 293-9679 www.winegirlwines.com Come to a great outdoor venue and social distance with the MOB! Don’t miss the return of Jesse James and the MOB to Winegirl Wines! Join us for a night of blues, rock, and more! Also featuring Seattle Guitarist: Mason Turner, his first time at Winegirl!

Sat 8:30 AM · Manson Grange Community Center · Manson 157 E Wapato Way, Manson

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ou can find the Market spread out in the Y Manson Grange parking lot with vendors selling all kinds of items including vegetables, fruit, pies, soaps and all kinds of one of a kind items. Market organizers will be following guidelines to keep everyone safe. So whether you are a local or a visitor to our community be sure to put the Manson Farmer’s Market high on your list of things to do as there is something for everyone.

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Sun 2:00 PM · Succession Wines · Manson 78 Swartout Rd, Manson (509) 888-7611 www.successionwines.com Jazz is rich in chords, rhythms, and melody, and because so much of it is made up on the spot, it is like a conversation; between us musicians, and between me and you. I hope you enjoy the freedom and celebration of life that is my music!

Wed 8:30 AM · Manson Grange Community Center · Manson 157 E Wapato Way, Manson

THURSDAY, JUNE 25 CHELAN EVENING FARMER’S MARKET

Thurs 4:00 PM · Riverwalk Park · Chelan Chelan Evening Farmer’s Market takes place every Thursday evening from 4-7pm at Riverwalk Park, Chelan.

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