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2011-2012 FALL & WINTER VISITORS GUIDE

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2011-2012 FALL & WINTER VISITORS GUIDE ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Wendy DalPez dalpez@wenatcheeworld.com DESIGN & PRODUCTION Jared Johnson johnson@wenatcheeworld.com Arius Elvikis elvikis@wenatcheeworld.com Debbie Sphar sphar@wenatcheeworld.com PICTURES FROM WENATCHEE WORLD PHOTOGRAPY DEPT. ARCHIVE Don Seabrook seabrook@wenatcheeworld.com Mike Bonnicksen bonnicksen@wenatcheeworld.com

World photo/Don Seabrook

A rower cruises past a palette of color near the mouth of the Wenatchee River on the Columbia River as seen from Confluence State Park.

WELCOME TO OUR AUTUMN AND WINTER WONDERLAND.

ARTICLES BY WENATCHEE WORLD STAFF & CONTRIBUTING WRITERS. Sources include area visitors bureaus and community websites.

ON THE COVER (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP) Ryan Cox Skiing on Saddlerock World file photo/ Don Seabrook Jacob Nichols, Leaf Jumper World file photo/ Don Seabrook Ken Toevs Picks a Pumpkin World file photo/ Kathryn Stevens Tony Burts at Mission Ridge World file photo/ Don Seabrook

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Tired of traffic? Drizzly day after te er day got you down? Well here’s ’s y your our chance to get away from the he e crowds and congestion and experience per eriience a side of Washington that’ll lll ta take your breath — and your worries riies — away.

We’ve put to together ogether an easy-to-use guide highlighting hli lig ghting some of our spectacular cu ula lar scenery and abunda abundance dance da of goo good ood d fun and festivals fo for or the fall and an nd winter season. We have ha plenty of bright sunny days aand nd wide open spaces to share, as as well as many of the comforts available availlab able to big-city dwellerss — fantasticc re shows rrestaurants, staurants, first-rate sh how o s and conc concerts, ne ncerts, specialty shops, fin nc e lodging lodg gin ing — it’s all here.

So So bring your friends an and d family, or just bring yourself, and nd escape to North Central Washington Washington. on. We hope you’ll on stay awhile.

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THE INSIDE GUIDE Table of Contents Wenatchee Valley

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Fall and Winter Calendar 12-15 Autumn Hikes

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Cross Country Ski Trails

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Snowmobile Trails

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Entiat River Valley

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Leavenworth

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Lake Wenatchee

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Lake Chelan

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Road to Mission Ridge

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Okanogan River Valley

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Methow River Valley

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NCW Winery Tour

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And, of course, since this is the “Apple Capital of the World,” be sure to sample the fruit that’s made us famous. Fall means it’s harvest time, and we have dozens of varieties to choose from.

So settle in for an inviting stay that’s sure to create lasting memories and cherished moments. Enjoy!

Art on the Avenues is a collection of 60-plus outdoor Grant Rd sculptures, mostly in downtown Pangborn Wenatchee Memorial M rial i and along A Airport the loop photos/Don Seabrook th St SE 8World trail. The exhibit features the works of many nationally acclaimed artists. Some of the pieces are on loan while others have been purchased by28The Wenatchee Arts Commission as part of the permanent collection.

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The Wenatchee foothills trails to the west of Wenatchee are a natural treasure, ideal for wildlife viewing in a native shrub-steppe environment.

The trails are maintained by the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust, which provides access points at several locations. One of the more popular hikes is to Saddle Rock, the prominent rock formation southwest of Wenatchee.

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tretching along a wide bend of the mighty Columbia River, this vibrant valley really does have it all. You’ll enjoy big-city comforts — fine restaurants, treasure-filled shops and first-rate lodging — and still have time to take in a peaceful stroll along the riverfront.

Explore our historic downtown and spot our famous Art on the Avenues sculptures, savor a relaxing dinner and local wine

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Wenatchee Valley Medical Center’s fully accredited Sleep Center offers the services of fellowship trained pulmonologists and neurologists specializing in sleep disorders.

Our comprehensive and innovative team of doard/certiÞed doctors is supported dy certiÞed sleep technologists and advanced practitioners with extensive experience in sleep studies.

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Town Toyota Center, the valley’s 4,500-seat indoor arena, is the home of The Wenatchee Wild hockey team as well as a popular venue for concerts and other community events. But that’s not all. The campus includes a community ice arena featuring a East full schedule of public skating.

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The Performing Arts Center of Wenatchee has a full slate of events this fall and winter season, including “The World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre” on Nov. 2, which features an amazing cast of housecats, dogs, parrots and even geese and mice. The Moscow Ballet returns to perform “The Great Russian Nutcracker” on Nov. 11 and Nov. 12. The show band Arrival takes us back 30 years when it performs “The Music of Abba” on Jan. 25, with the Wenatchee Valley Symphony Orchestra accompanying. And the amazing Nanda Acrobatalists are in Wenatchee Feb. 8.

If theater is your forte, check out a play performed by the Music Theater of Wenatchee. This year’s production is the suspense thriller “Wait Until Dark,” playing Oct. 13-29 at the Riverside Playhouse, 233 N. Rock Island Wenatchee Ave. Celebrating its 65th season, the Wenatchee Valley Symphony presents a series of five concert Sperformances to tat eR ute be held Oct. 15, oDec. 28 17 and Dec. 18, March 3, April 14 and May 19. All performances are at the Performing Arts Center of Wenatchee.

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Historic Downtown Wenatchee includes a walking tour featuring the 11-story Cascadian Hotel, one of the earliest formal medical clinics, the first Chelan County Courthouse and Wenatchee Jail, a hardware store and The Wenatchee World newspaper building. Several of the 17 buildings on the tour are listed on the Register of Historic Places.

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The East Wenatchee Bridge of Friendship Garden is a symbol of celebration between the sister cities of Misawa, Japan and East East Wenatchee Wenatchee. The two communities have a shared history after the first trans-Pacific 8th St N NE flight was made from Misawa to East Wenatchee in 1931.

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Fall & Winter Events Calendar Wenatchee Valley Oct. 31: Halloween on the Avenue 3-5 p.m. Trick or treat at downtown merchants www.wendowntown.org 509-662-0059 Halloween in Cashmere Enjoy the community events and small town trick or treating in Cashmere. www.cashmerechamber.com 509-782-7404 Nov. 11: 20th Annual Central Washington Hospital Foundation A.Z. Wells Gala: “The Black and White Gala” Honoring Marc Heminger 6 p.m., Wenatchee Convention Center Grand Ballroom 509-665-6030 Nov. 12: Holiday Wine Walk and Open House Noon to 5 p.m., downtown Wenatchee www.wendowntown.org 662-0059 Nov. 18-20: Festival of Trees Annual community festival to benefit the Performing Arts Center of Wenatchee, Red Lion Hotel www.wenatcheefestivaloftrees.com 509-663-2787 Nov. 19: Sip and Savor in Cashmere Enjoy the flavor of Cashmere while getting your holiday shopping started. www.cashmerechamber.com

Dec. 1: East Wenatchee Community Tree Lighting 6:30 p.m., East Wenatchee City Hall 509-886-6108 Dec. 3: Christmas Train Ride The miniature train makes a Christmas run at Wenatchee Riverfront Railway.

Noon to 4 p.m., Wenatchee Riverfront Park 509-888-6240 Dec. 3: Wenatchee Community Tree Lighting Stanley Civic Center Fountain Plaza, downtown Wenatchee Come for the free photos with Santa and the tree lighting. Free Santa photos are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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509-662-0059 Dec. 10: Christmas Tree Lighting in Cashmere Gallery night, live music, wine and food, and more. www.cashmerechamber.com 509-782-7404

Leavenworth Oct. 28-30: Sankusem African Music and Dance Festival Icicle Creek Music Center www.icicle.org Oct. 29: Pumpkin Run You’re encouraged to wear your Halloween costume to this annual cross country run/walk.

10 a.m., Leavenworth Ski Hill www.skileavenworth.com Nov. 22: Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour The film festival will feature some of the best films from the Banff Mountain Film Festival.

6:30 p.m., Festhalle in Leavenworth www.skileavenworth.com

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Dec. 2-4, 9-11, 16-18: Christmas Lighting Festival Downtown Leavenworth 509-548-5807 www.leavenworth.org

Jan. 14-15, 2012: Bavarian Ice Fest Come for the contests, snow sculpting, smooshing, entertainment and ďŹ reworks. Two days of family fun.

Downtown Leavenworth www.leavenworth.org

Dec. 17: Celtic Christmas An evening of contemporary Celtic music celebrating the season of Christmas.

2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Icicle Creek Music Center www.icicle.org Dec. 24: Traditional Christmas Eve Music Service Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort 800-574-2123 www.sleepinglady.com

Feb. 4-5, 2012: Bavarian Cup The Bavarian Cup is a two-day Nordic race in classic and skate techniques. All ages compete.

7:30 a.m., Leavenworth Ski Hill www.skileavenworth.com

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Dec. 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17 at 8 p.m.; Dec. 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18 and 19 at 1 p.m.: It’s a Wonderful Life Leavenworth Festhalle/Front St. www.leavenworthsummertheater.org

Jan. 29, 2012: Chicks On Sticks 9:30 a.m., Icicle River Trails, Leavenworth Hatchery Join us for this WOMEN’S only event, sponsored by the Leavenworth Winter Sports Club. Half of the proceeds will be donated to Breast Cancer Research.

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Dec. 8, 9, 12, 13: Christmas in the Mountains Choral Festival Village Voices (Leavenworth’s community chorus) present their 29th Annual Holiday Concerts Church of the Nazarene, 7:30 p.m. www.leavenworthvillagevoices.org

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Chelan Oct. 29-30: 19th Annual Halloween Women’s Fly-In Pilots launch from Chelan Butte and land in the Chelan Falls soccer field park. georges@nwlink.com Nov. 11: Veteran’s Day parade Sponsored by Chelan VFW Post 6853 Starting at 11 a.m. in downtown Chelan Nov. 25-27: Fall Barrel Tasting Try barrel samples at various wineries in the Lake Chelan Valley www.lakechelanvalley.com Nov. 25 Christmas Activities and Holiday Lighting Santa arrives in downtown Chelan at 2 p.m.; lighting ceremony starts at 5:45 p.m. at Community Christmas Tree.

Nov. 26 Holiday Fest in Manson Downtown lighting and arrival of Santa at 5 p.m.

Dec. 2: First Friday: Rockin’ Jingle Bell Open House Participating merchants offer specials and family activities.

5-8 p.m., downtown Chelan Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve Family Celebration Echo Valley Ski Hill Come for the night skiing, board and tubing and the Torchlight Parade at 9 p.m.

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Jan. 13-15, 2012 Fire and Ice Festival Snowmobile racing, ice sculpting and a torchlight parade www.lakechelanwinterfest.com Feb. 11-12 & 18-19, 2012 Red Wine & Chocolate Event Various Chelan and Manson wineries www.lakechelan.com

The Okanogan Nov. 17-Jan. 3: Holiday Gift Show Prepare for holiday giving at the Winthrop Gallery’s annual gift show, featuring area artist and crafters.

Winthrop Gallery www.methowvalleyarts.org Nov. 25: Holiday Lighting Ceremony Kick off the holidays in Conconully with a town lighting, hot cocoa and a bonfire. www.conconully.com Dec. 10: Santa Days Have you ever seen a Santa snowmobile parade?

509-826-9050 Nov. 25-26 Christmas at the End of the Road www.winthropwashington.com Jan. 14, 2012: Outhouse Races Downtown Conconully www.conconully.com Jan. 21-22, 2012: Snow Dog Super Mush Sled dog races Conconully 509-826-9050 www.conconully.com

2011-2012 FALL & WINTER VISITORS GUIDE 15 March 2-4, 2012: Winthrop Balloon Roundup Quite possibly, North Central Washington’s most colorful event! Mark your calendar to be in Winthrop for this weekend, when hot air balloons decorate the sky over the beautiful Methow Valley.

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Autumn hikes

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he transition to fall starts high in the Cascade range, as sprinklings of yellow and orange appear among the emerald leaves. The change then sweeps into the valleys below, and, like a well orchestrated fireworks display, builds to a momentous explosion of spectacular color.

The Icicle River Valley is a delight any time of the year, but during fall it’s simply magnificent.

Just turn south at Leavenworth and follow the road to colorful treasures.

We have a vast landscape, all of which offers a front-row seat to this incredible annual show. Some of the best hiking of the year can be found in the fall. Besides the foliage, keep an eye out for wildlife, including migrating birds.

Plus the cool air means you will have an easier time on the trail.

Hidden Lake is an easy, familyfriendly trek to a little lake surrounded by big pines in a nook above Lake Wenatchee. This is a wonderful place for an early morning stroll. Enjoy views of Dirtyface Peak and Lake Wenatchee through the trees.

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A red-winged blackbird flies over a marsh in the Horan Natural Area.

A favorite for fall is the Silver Falls Trail, a 30-mile drive west of Entiat. It’s a loop trail along a tumbling creek and a few waterfalls. You can also check out a second trail in the nearby campground.

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You don’t have to head for the hills to find fall colors. Just wander through the Horan Natural Area, located on the north side of Wenatchee. This wetland preserve is home to herons, eagles, osprey and even a few deer.

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Amanita muscaria mushrooms pop out of the ground in the Icicle Valley during October.

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South Summit Sno-Park, on Highway 20 between Twisp and Okanogan, has 28 miles of groomed trails available.

You’ll need a parking permit to park at a Sno-Park.

One-day and seasonal permits are available. For details, visit www.parks.wa.gov/permits/ Additionally, Leavenworth and Lake Chelan nordic clubs maintain a series of groomed trails in both communities.

Lake Wenatchee has three Sno-Parks in the area: Chiwawa, Lake Wenatchee State Park, and Nason Ridge.

There are an abundance of groomed trails for skiers and even a few separate trails for snowshoers.

The Echo Ridge Nordic Area, near Lake Chelan, has more than 25 miles of groomed trails for skiers of all levels. These trails, maintained by the Lake Chelan Nordic Club, are not part of the Sno-Park program. Enjoy spectacular views of the Chelan valley followed by a cozy stay in the warming hut.

Leavenworth has its own cross country ski trail system maintained by the Leavenworth Nordic Trails Club. Make your tracks along the Icicle River, at the golf course, on Blackbird Island (just a block from downtown) or at the Leavenworth Ski Hill just north of town.

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Snowmobile Trails

THROTTLE THRILLS When it comes to snowmobiling, an adventurous escape into the heart of the North Central Washington wilderness awaits.

You’ll discover dazzling views and non-stop opportunities to play in the area’s

deepest powder-filled bowls and high alpine meadows.

Remember, you’ll need a parking permit to park at a Sno-Park. One-day and seasonal permits are available.

For details, visit www.parks. wa.gov/permits/

There are many trails near Lake Wenatchee. While snowmobiling is not allowed in Lake Wenatchee State Park itself, over 200 miles of accessible trails lie nearby. By way of the trails at the Sno-Park, located at the Lake Wenatchee Air Strip and Chiwawa River Road, snowmobilers have several exciting options. Blast through the river valley, speed along the airstrip straightaways or climb the hills of the Snowcone area. Whether you’re traveling to the Entiat Valley or feasting your eyes 5,800 feet up at Sugarloaf Lookout, you’re sure to spread the word about Lake Wenatchee.

The Blewett Pass Sno-Park offers more than 70 miles of groomed trails networking through the 4,000-foot plus peaks southwest of Wenatchee.

Enjoy breathtaking views from Table Mountain, Naneum Meadow and Lion Rock.

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The Chelan trail system can be accessed from the Echo Valley Sno-Park, the Antilon Lake Sno-Park and the Black Canyon Sno-Park on the Methow River side of the north shore trails system. Breathtaking views of the Lake Chelan Valley are a constant on the north shore trail system and off-trail play areas are available at Oss Peak and Fox Peak at elevations up to 6,214 feet. The Lake Chelan Snowmobile Club not only maintains the groomed trail system but also has a warming hut at the top of the system. On the South Shore of Lake Chelan, the 25-Mile Creek Sno-Park offers riders the opportunity to ride all the way to the Entiat Valley on groomed trails over Shady Pass. For more information, visit the Lake Chelan Snowmobile Club website at www.lkchelansnowmobileclub.com

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Try the Lost Lake Trail to a small three-acre subalpine lake surrounded by lodge pole pine and subalpine ďŹ r.

A trip to Box Canyon is a fun classic cross country ski and groomed snowmobile route that follows along the Entiat River. Although skiers share this route with snowmobilers, there’s plenty of quiet time to enjoy the beautiful scenery of ice falls high up among the rock cliffs or snowy ice sculptures along the slow-moving, meandering river.

From the Entiat River Road Sno-Park, it’s about 3 miles to Box Canyon, a chiseled rock formation that took millions of years for the Entiat River to carve.

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It’s accessible by car before snowfall, and by snowmobile in the deep winter months. Enjoy a picnic lunch and a panoramic view of the great outdoors. Take the Mad River turnoff and Tillicum Roads to French Corrals for a 30-mile trip through pine and ďŹ r forests to the top, located at 5,800 feet. Once surrounded by high-elevation forests of lodgepole pine and gnarled sub-alpine forest, the 1994 Tyee Fire made a drastic change in the scenery. All of the adjacent buildings were destroyed, but the lookout building itself survived.

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If you’re looking for night-time entertainment, the Cashmere Community Coffeehouse attracts some of the biggest names in bluegrass from around the region. The monthly performances are held at the Riverside Center in Cashmere. But if it’s funk you’re looking for, head over to Club Crow in downtown Cashmere. The Crow, as locals call it, brings in entertainment twice a month.

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The Ingalls Creek Trail, located off the Blewett Pass highway, meanders along a roaring creek deep into the back country. The trail gently ascends up the tributary and offers great views of the Stuart Range.

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AWAY Peshastin Pinnacles State Park features sandstone slabs and spires reaching 200 feet high. Rocks and trails provide views of surrounding orchards, the Enchantment Mountain Range, and the Wenatchee River valley.

Spend those chilly fall and winter days exploring Cashmere’s antique malls. Apple Annie’s Antique Mall, with 70,000 square feet, is said to be the largest antique mall in the Northwest.

Just across the highway is the Antique Mall at Cashmere, which is just as impressive.

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The biggest event each winter is Leavenworth’s annual Christmas Lighting Festival, held the first three weekends of December.

Visitors return year after year to see the hundreds of twinkling lights fill the town on beautiful snowy nights.

Don’t miss the opportunity to taste our excellent local wines at any of the wine centers or wineries. And be sure to enjoy the local sounds of the Leavenworth Village Voices, or special musical events at the Icicle Creek Music Center.

The Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce’s web site offers information about all different kinds of wonderful winter activities in the area at www.leavenworth.org.

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For an easy, enjoyable hike that offers great views of the Leavenworth area and surrounding mountains, head to the Ski Hill Loop Trail.

Turn north off Highway 2 at Ski Hill Drive near Kristall’s Restaurant and drive one mile to the trail. Several switchbacks gradually increase the elevation as the trail rolls up and down through the woods. In winter, the Ski Hill offers sledding and skiing.

Fall and winter in Leavenworth are breathtakingly beautiful. But besides its natural beauty, Leavenworth offers an authentic Bavarian experience and plenty of outdoor activities.

Snowshoeing, downhill skiing, Nordic skiing and tubing are popular winter fun in Leavenworth. The Leavenworth Winter Sports Club offers lessons and rental packages for all types of activities.

If you’d just like to hang out in downtown Leavenworth, there are several fall and winter festivals held each year.

Come October, it’s time for – what else?

– Oktoberfest! The festival takes place the first three weekends in October and offers live music, German food and beverages, arts,

Check out the 5,000 nutcrackers, some dating back 500 years, at the Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum.

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Lake Wenatchee tour

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Take a trek through the vast network of trails or sit for a long while along the quiet shoreline, keeping an eye open for varied wildlife. This is beauty at its best.

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Head on up Stevens Pass for a spectacular display of fall foliage and a trip to any number of alpine lakes, including Lake Valhalla, Lanham Lake, Merritt Lake, and Minotaur Lake. Of course, once the snow comes, Stevens Pass Ski Resort offers big downhill thrills and plenty of powder.

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In the winter months, Lake Wenatchee State Park is a winter wonderland of hiking, crosscountry skiing, snowshoeing, sledding and lake-side camping, complete with hot showers.

The state park has 40 km of groomed Nordic trails, including full skate lanes, several marked and maintained snowshoe trails, and the thighburning Nason Ridge, which some believe is the most challenging and rewarding trail in the region. Families come for the super popular sled hill, while the brave take a dip every New US Hig ighwa y2 Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day in the lakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bone-chilling waters.

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Lake Chelan tour

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Autumn is also an opportunity to boat on the lake, fish for trout including the monster lake trout and salmon or smallmouth bass that hide near the shoreline.

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Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a boat? Take the Lady of the Lake to Stehekin and enjoy this remote community nestled in the Stehekin Valley with rugged, snowcapped mountains rising over 7,000 feet from the lake shore.

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Enjoy the cozy fireplace, lodge and eatery while viewing the slopes.

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You can see the Columbia River Valley stretch away to the north, the mighty Cascade Range and Mount Rainier to the west, and a large swath of Central Washington to the east and south.

And after you’ve taken in the view, the real thrill begins.

Mission Ridge has some of the best downhill skiing terrain in the state. And with its expanded snowmaking system, it’s also one of the first resorts to open.

Just a short 12 miles from Wenatchee and just three hours from most major cities in Washington, Mission Ridge is a snow enthusiast’s dream come true.

In addition to the main restaurant at Hampton Lodge, you can grab something to eat at the Midway Café.

On the hill, you’ll have plenty of room to roam, with 2,000 acres of groomed runs and open slopes. There are generous, gentle and slower-paced runs for children, beginners, families and infrequent skiers and riders. Higher up, the mountain offers a challenge for the most demanding skiers and snowboarders.

Many hotels and lodging properties throughout North Central Washington provide discounted lift tickets, too.

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Okanogan River Valley Tour

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snowshoeing and dog sledding. The county has plenty of rural charm from the world famous Methow Valley to the border with Canada. The wide-open spaces offer a diverse blend of small western towns with art galleries, museums, live theatre, farmers markets, produce stands, music festivals, rodeos, and county fairs.

People love the laid back style of life and join the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 40,000 residents who enjoy the four seasons including the beautiful fall colors and white snowy winters.

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Outhouse Races ~ Saturday ~ Jan. 14th Sled Dog Races Sat. & Sun - Jan. 21 & 22 And other great events throughout the year!

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Only 4 miles south of the busy Canadian Port of Entry, Oroville has two parks on the shores of Lake Osoyoos, where you can take a swim or set sail for some first class fishing. From the lake, kayakers and canoe enthusiasts can paddle down the Okanogan River.

Conconully, located in a mountain valley in the North Cascades, is bounded by two lakes and embraced by state and national forests with two wildlife management areas nearby. It is one of the state’s more popular hunting areas. Conconully has a number of lodging and RV sites available with food, beverages, gas, diesel fuel, groceries and hunting supplies. Hunting licenses are available at the Conconully General Store. As the winter months roll in, the snowmobilers hit the town in force. There are also opportunities to go dog sledding.

Stop by Brewster and see the 1952 T-33A Shooting Star fighter jet, located in Legion Park.

Diehard birders bundle up warmly to view winter species at the confluences where the Methow and Okanogan rivers meet the mighty Columbia. Grassy estuaries and easy shore access make these favorite birding spots.

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Methow River Valley Tour

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2011-2012 FALL & WINTER VISITORS GUIDE 37 Located up the Methow Valley at the confluence of the Twisp and Methow Rivers, the town of Twisp offers abundant sunshine, lots of snow and plenty of wildlife including bald eagles, deer, cougars, bear and even the occasional moose. Twisp is a popular base for cross-country skiers accessing the 200 kilometers of groomed cross-country ski trails maintained by the Methow Valley Sports Trails Association.

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Snowmobilers also use Winthrop for their adventures into the North Cascade Mountains. One popular ride is between Winthrop and Conconully over Baldy Pass. Both towns allow snowmobiles on their city streets.

Other popular Winthrop activities include rock climbing, hiking, mountain biking, river rafting, horse-back riding, hunting and fishing, birding, golfing, and sight-seeing.

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NCW Winery Tour

SAVOR THE FLAVORS Wenatchee & East Wenatchee Bella Terrazza Vineyards Sample hand-crafted award-winning wines in a vineyard tasting room at Sleepy Hollow Nursery in Lower Sunnyslope just off Highway 2/97.

1260 Lower Sunnyslope Road, Wenatchee 509-662-9141 www.bellaterrazzavineyards.com.

Chateau Faire Le Pont Chateau Faire Le Pont is a state-of-the-art winery that does weddings and special events and features the Chateau restaurant. Enjoy live jazz by the Confluence Jazz Band every Thursday.

1 Vineyard Way, Wenatchee 509-667-9463 or 888-874-9463 www.fairelepont.com

Fielding Hills Winery A small winery that produces a small amount of a very good wine every year.

1401 Fielding Hills Drive, East Wenatchee 509-884-2221 www.fieldinghills.com

Martin-Scott Winery This winery in the hills above East Wenatchee produces quality, awardwinning wines. Mike Scott is owner and vintner.

3400 S.E. 10th St., East Wenatchee 509-886-4596 www.martinscottwinery.com

Saint Laurent Winery With grapes from its vineyards on the Wahluke Slope of the Columbia River, this Malaga winery produces quality whites and reds.

4147 Hamlin Road, Malaga 509-888-9463 www.saintlaurent.net

Stemilt Creek Winery Stemilt Creek Winery, located on Stemilt Hill, has a tasting room in downtown Wenatchee. Jan Mathison is the winemaker. Please contact the winery for current hours and special wine-tasting events.

Tasting Room: 110 N. Wenatchee Ave. 509-665-3485 www.stemiltcreekwinery.com

Swakane Winery A family owned boutique winery overlooking the Columbia River, Swakane Winery produces small lots of handcrafted white, red and fruit wines.

7980 Highway 97A, Wenatchee 509-881-5022 www.swakanewinery.com

Wenatchee Valley Tasting Room & Visitor Center Sample a selection of some of the finest wines in the area at the visitor center’s own tasting room. Winter hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

5 S. Wenatchee Ave., Wenatchee 800-572-7753 www.wenatcheevalley.org

Snowdrift Cider Co. This family operation has been growing fruit in the Wenatchee Valley since the 1940s. In 2008, the Ringsrud family set out to produce finecrafted, artisan hard cider. Tastings are by appointment; visit the website for more information.

277 Ward St., East Wenatchee Snowdriftcider.com

Columbia Valley Brewing New to Wenatchee, Columbia Valley Brewing is up and brewing its unique blend of microbrews.

538 Riverside Drive, Wenatchee 509-264-0800 www.columbiavalleybrewing.com

Saddle Rock Pub and Brewery Another newbie to the valley, Saddle Rock Pub is in the Grand Central Building in downtown Wenatchee.

25 N. Wenatchee Ave., Suite 107, Wenatchee

Leavenworth, Plain & Peshastin Napeequa Vineyards Established in 2003. Fruit for the Napeequa wines come from the Yakima Valley, nationally recognized for quality and variety.

18820 Beaver Valley Road, Plain 509-763-1600 www.napeequa.com

Bergdorf Cellars Specializing in small lot, hand-crafted wines from the Columbia Valley, the winery’s tasting room is open daily except major holidays.

939 Front St., Leavenworth 509-548-7638 www.bergdorfcellars.com

Boudreaux Cellars Nestled in the Cascade Mountains near Leavenworth Washington and totally off the grid, this small winery produces beautiful wines that adore food.

4551 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 509-548-5858 www.boudreauxcellars.com

2011-2012 FALL & WINTER VISITORS GUIDE 39 Cascadia Winery Alan Yanagimachi is the winemaker owner of one of the newest wineries in North Central Washington. Cascadia Winery makes a new cherry merlot dessert wine called Sakura.

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Eagle Creek Winery A winery styled in the old-world tradition and located next to its own vineyards.

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Okanogan Estate & Vineyards Tasting Room Located in the gold-mining town of Oroville, Okanogan Estate is the only winery found on the U.S. side of the Okanogan Valley.

703 Hwy 2, Leavenworth (below Starbucks) 509-548-9883 www.okanoganwine.com

Ryan Patrick Vineyards Winery â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rock Island Redâ&#x20AC;? has become one of this wineryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature wines.

636 Front St., Leavenworth 509-888-2236 www.ryanpatrickvineyards.com

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8977 North Road, Peshastin 821 Front St., Suite B, Leavenworth 509-548-7019 www.icicleridgewinery.com

Swakane Winery Swakane Winery has a tasting room in Wenatchee as well as in Leavenworth. The Leavenworth tasting room and bistro features work by local artists.

725 Front St., Leavenworth 509-662-1928 www.swakanewinery.com

Stemilt Creek Winery Sample winemaker Jan Mathisonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wines at Stemilt Creek Wineryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tasting room in Leavenworth.

617 Front St., Suite 4A, Leavenworth 509-888-5357 www.stemiltwinery.com

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Dinner ~ 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Cooking Classes Available.

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Prime Rib Night ~ Every Friday Yappy Hour ~ Every Sunday Cooking Classes ~ First Saturday of Every Month Call 667-WINE for more information.

Try us for Business Meetings & Lunches Weddings & Rehearsal Dinners Combining the natural Northwest beauty of the outdoors & the luxury of the winery in a harmonious blending of the best of both worlds. Call 667-9463 for details.

Bella Terrazza Vineyards The Wenatchee winery also has a tasting room in downtown Leavenworth.

837 Front St., Suite A, Leavenworth 509-662-9141 www.bellaterrazzavineyards.com

Kestrel Vintners Opened in 1999 in Prosser, this Washington winery is known for its award-winning red wines.

843 Front St., Leavenworth 509-548-7348 www.kestrelwines.com

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40 NORTH CENTRAL WASHINGTON ESCAPE Baroness Cellars

Waterville Winery

Baroness Cellars focuses on old-world winemaking methods, producing European-inspired wine varietals.

939 Front St., Leavenworth 509-548-7600 www.baronesscellars.com

Started in the garage of Matt and Lisa Wareham, Waterville Winery today has a tasting room in the Mission District of Cashmere. When visiting, make sure you try one of the winery’s popular wine coolers, too.

207 Mission Ave., Cashmere 509-630-8851 www.watervillewinery.com

Pasek/Willow Crest A Mount Vernon winery, Pasek Cellars has teamed up with Willow Crest Winery of Prosser to open a tasting room in Leavenworth.

939-B Front St., Leavenworth 509-548-5166 www.pasekcellars.com www.willowcrestwinery.com

Icicle Brewing Company While experiencing downtown Leavenworth and the wine-tasting rooms, stop in at Icicle Brewing Company and enjoy one of its refreshing brews.

The tasting room overlooks the craft brewery.

935 Front St., Leavenworth 509-548-2739 Iciclebrewing.com

It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere The only artisan-craft distillery in the Wenatchee Valley, It’s 5 O’Clock uses fruits and grains grown in Washington to produce a blend of ‘moonshine’ that delivers a punch to the palate. Its tasting room is among the wine-tasting rooms of the Mission District in Cashmere.

207 Mission Ave., Cashmere 509-860-0102 5oclocksomewheredistillery.com

Devil’s Gulch Drinkery A quaint place to drink and a fun place to socialize, Devil’s Gulch Drinkery also hosts live entertainment.

215 Mission Ave., Cashmere 509-886-2838

Silvara Vineyards

Cashmere Cider Mill

Built above the popular attraction Smallwoods fruit stand, Silvara Vineyards has quickly grown to become known not only for its great wines but also its beautiful mountainside venue.

77 Stage Road, Peshastin 509-548-1000 www.silvarawine.com

If you need a break from the wine tasting, try the Cashmere Cider Mill, creator of gourmet, nonalcoholic artisan cider.

5420 Woodring Canyon Road, Cashmere 509-782-3564 www.washingtonapplecountry.com

Wedge Mountain Winery This small family-owned winery near Leavenworth specializes in Bordeaux-style varietals and blends.

9534 Saunders Road, Peshastin 509-548-7068 www.wedgemountainwinery.com

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Lake Chelan & Manson Benson Vineyards Estate Winery The Benson family operates this Mediterranean-inspired estate winery overlooking beautiful Lake Chelan.

754 Winesap Avenue, Manson 509-687-0313 www.BensonVineyards.com

Chelangr’La Winery La Toscana Winery Warren and Julie Moyles planted the La Toscana vineyard in 1993.

Licensed since October 2000, La Toscana produces a variety of handmade reds and whites each year. Call ahead for a tour and tasting.

9020 Foster Road, Cashmere 509-548-5448 www.latoscanawinery.com

Dutch John’s Private Reserve This family-owned Wenatchee Valley Winery is dedicated to the passion of winemaking. 207-H Mission Ave., Cashmere 509-782-3845 www.dutchjohnwines.com

Horan Estates Winery This winery released its first wine in 2001. Today, its popular HVH Red Blend has won numerous awards many times over.

207-D Mission Ave., Cashmere 509-860-0662 www.horanestateswinery.com

Crayelle Cellars Wine Press Northwest calls Craig Mitrakul, who owns Crayelle Cellars with wife Danielle, one of the up-and-coming winemaking stars in Washington. 207-A Mission Ave., Cashmere 509-393-1996 www.crayellecellars.com

Chelangr’La Winery is one of the smallest wineries in the Chelan Valley, concentrating on fine quality above quantity.

3310 Manson Blvd., Manson 509-687-9746 Gotastewine.com

Chelan Ridge Winery This family-operated winery is surrounded by a 10-acre vineyard.

900 Swartout Rd., Manson 509-667-4455 www.chelanridgewinery.com

Four Lakes Winery One of Chelan’s newest wineries, it has already won medals for its wines.

4491 Wapato Lake Road, Manson 509-687-0726 www.fourlakeschelanwinery.com

Hard Row to Hoe Owned and operated by Don and Judy Phelps. The high quality, handcrafted wines are made on site.

300 Ivan Morse Rd., Manson, WA 98831 509-687-3000 hardrow.com

2011-2012 FALL & WINTER VISITORS GUIDE 41 Tildio Winery

Chelan Estate Winery

Owners Milum and Katy Perry invite you to visit their small winery and vineyard estate.

70 E. Wapato Lake Road, Manson 509-687-8463 www.tildio.com

Winemaker Bob Broderick produces 2,200 cases of premium estate wine yearly.

755 S. Lakeshore Road, Chelan 509-682-5454 www.chelanestatewinery.com

Wapato Point Cellars

Karma Vineyards

Located next to Manson’s Wapato Point Resort, Wapato Point Cellars features wine tasting and the Winemaker’s Grill restaurant.

200 Quetilquasoon Road, Manson 509-687-4000 www.wapatopointcellars.com

Tour the wine cave with owners Julie and Bret Pittsinger.

1681 S. Lakeshore Road, Chelan 609-682-5538 www.goodkarmawines.com

C.R. Sandidge Wines

Lake Chelan Winery

A quarter of a century of winemaking experience in Europe and Washington are represented in wines crafted by C.R. Sandidge.

145 Wapato Way, Manson 509-682-3704 www.crsandidgewines.com

The Lake Chelan Winery is located in one of the valley’s oldest apple packing sheds, five miles west of Chelan, on the way to Manson. It was the first winery to open in the valley.

3519 SR 150, Chelan 509-687-9463 www.lakechelanwinery.com

The Blending Room by Wine Girl Wines

Nefarious Cellars

The Blending Room prides itself on doing things a little differently.

Operating from a remodeled garage, this is an authentic Lake Chelan nano-winery.

222 East Wapato Way, Manson 509-293-9679 www.winegirlwines.com

Owned by winemakers Dean and Heather Neff, at Nefarious Cellars Dean handles the reds and Heather is the white winemaker.

495 S. Lakeshore Road Chelan 509-682-9505 www.nefariouscellars.com

42 NORTH CENTRAL WASHINGTON ESCAPE Rio Vista Winery on the River

Jones of Washington

The grapes for Rio Vista’s award-winning wines are grown and fermented along the banks of the Columbia River, about 10 minutes from Chelan.

24415 Highway 97, Chelan 509-682-9713 riovistawines.com

Jones of Washington is committed to small-batch artisan wines, crafted with love and attention.Tasting room hours: Friday, Saturday and Sunday 12-5, or by appointment.

2101 S.W. F St., Quincy 509-787-3537 www.jonesofwashington.com

Tsillan Cellars

Sunset Vineyards

Tsillan Cellars overlooks beautiful Lake Chelan on the south shore, just one mile from Chelan. Designed in the style of an Italian country retreat, this spacious winery (named after an old spelling of Chelan), offers a unique destination experience.

3875 Highway 97A, Chelan 509-682-9463 www.tsillancellars.com

This new winery in the north Columbia Basin near Ancient Lake began producing wine in November 2005.

9224 Road S, Quincy 509-787-3671

Tunnel Hill Winery Located 3.5 miles west of Chelan on Highway 97A at the stone house.

Come in for an old world wine experience.

37 Highway 97A Chelan 509-682-3243 www.tunnelhillwinery.com

Vin du Lac Winery Vin du Lac boasts 7 acres of vineyard on land that has been an orchard since the 1920s. Proprietor and winemaker is Larry Lehmbecker. The winery was voted the 2010 Pacific Northwest Winery of the Year.

105 Highway 150, Chelan 509-682-2882 www.vindulac.com

Mellisoni Vineyards Inspired by a trip to Italy in 2002, Rob and Donna Mellison pride themselves on making their wines to their own personal tastes and then sharing it with others. Open by appointment only.

3155 Alt. Highway 97, Chelan 509-293-1891 www.mellisonivineyards.com

Columbia Basin Orondo Cider Works Enjoy the views of the Columbia River while sipping on unique blends of hard cider at the Cider Works.

1 Edgewater Drive, Orondo 509-784-1029 www.orondociderworks.com

Cave B Estate Winery On the cliffs above the Columbia River near George, this winery has more than 100 acres of vineyard. Also on site are an inn, a restaurant and a spa.

348 Silica Road, Quincy 509-785-3500 www.sagecliffe.com

Fox Estate Winery Surrounded by 30 acres of vineyard on the Wahluke Slope, with views of the mountains above the Columbia River.

24962 Highway 243 S., Mattawa 509-932-5818 www.foxestatewinery.com

White Heron Cellars Founded in 1986, White Heron Cellars is owned and operated by Phyllis and Cameron Fries, and was one of the first wineries in the region.

10035 Stuhlmiller, Quincy 509-797-9463 www.whiteheronwine.com

The Okanogan Copper Mountain Vineyards A family owned and operated winery in the Okanogan Valley, located just two miles from the Canadian border. They grow 10 varieties of grapes.

33349 Highway, Oroville 509-476-2762 Coppermountainvineyards.com

Okanogan Estate & Vineyards This winery produces wines from grapes grown in the northern Okanogan Valley.

1205 Main St./Highway 97, Oroville 509-476-2736 www.okanoganwine.com

Lake Crest Winery & Vineyards Located in the fertile North Okanogan Valley, the winery is owned and operated by Ken and Boni Mathews. It also has a tasting room in Leavenworth.

718 Apple Way, Oroville 509-476-2347 lakecrestwinery.com

Lost River Winery This family-owned winery is located on the banks of its namesake river in Mazama.

26 Highway 20, Winthrop 509-996-2888 www.lostriverwinery.com

RockWall Cellars This family owned and operated vineyard and winery was the very first to open in the heart of the Okanogan.

110 Nichols Road, Omak 509-826-0201 www.RockWallCellars.com

Old Schoolhouse Brewery This small brewery creates its microbrews from water flowing from the pristine North Cascade Mountains. Come in for the microbrews and stay for lunch or dinner.

155 Riverside, Winthrop 509-996-3183 Oldschoolhousebrewery.com

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