See firsthand how molten glass is shaped into decorative and functional objects.
We invite you to watch off-hand glassblowing demonstrations by Craig and Jori at our studio Boulder Bend Glassworks.
Free of charge.
The Leavenworth Spring Bird Fest, put on by the Wenatchee River Institute and North Central Washington Audubon Society, occurs every 3rd weekend in May. The annual Leavenworth Spring Bird Fest promotes conservation through educational and recreational activities about birds, wildlife, and their environments.
Come bird with us, discovering the natural beauty and wonders of North Central Washington! Celebrate the return of migratory birds in the midst of peak wildflower season. Enjoy the excitement of birding field trips and workshops. Take part in speaker events, music, visual arts, picnics, and activities for all ages and abilities. All of this is happening in beautiful Leavenworth, WA and throughout the Wenatchee River Valley.
2024 Bird Fest Schedule is now live! Click here.
For all updates on Bird Fest, check out the website here!
This year, we are bringing back one of our favorite Bird Fest traditions – Family Day! Family Day is an opportunity for families, youth, and adults to gather and take part in a variety of activities focusing on birds, wildlife, and their environments. Join us for Bird Fest Family Day on Saturday, May 18th 2024.
Attendees can expect a plethora of learning (and fun) activities throughout the whole afternoon. From art and nature activities, to guided nature walks, and even live music from local musicians, Family Day has something for everybody. Keep an eye out for our featured vendors and activities as the date approaches.
Stay tuned for any further details on our website linked below.
See firsthand how molten glass is shaped into decorative and functional objects.
We invite you to watch off-hand glassblowing demonstrations by Craig and Jori at our studio Boulder Bend Glassworks.
Free of charge.
Wild Stories from the History of Bird Migration Research. This event is hybrid! Attend in-person or via livestream. Register for either version at the event website!
We’ve all heard amazing facts about bird migration—the long distances that birds travel, the ways that they navigate, etc. But did you ever wonder how we figured all of this out? While working for the American Ornithological Society, Rebecca Heisman became fascinated with the varied and creative techniques that scientists have used to study bird migration, and this eventually became the basis for her book Flight Paths: How a Passionate and Quirky Group of Pioneering Scientists Solved the Mystery of Bird Migration.
This event is supported by A Book For All Seasons. Heisman’s book will be available for purchase at the event.
Registration for the Keynote, as well as field trips, will open on March 26th.
Design your own glass fusing in a variety of shapes using colorful hand-pulled cane and murrine made at our studio. No plate glass used here!
Come to the Boulder Bend Glassworks studio and start your fusing workshop anytime between 10 am to 3 pm. No reservations required. Generally, participants take 40 to 90 minutes to design their glass piece.
Available for ages 7 and up. Participants under 18 require a parent or guardian.
For groups of 6 or more, please inquire regarding a private workshop.
See firsthand how molten glass is shaped into decorative and functional objects.
We invite you to watch off-hand glassblowing demonstrations by Craig and Jori at our studio Boulder Bend Glassworks.
Free of charge.
See firsthand how molten glass is shaped into decorative and functional objects.
We invite you to watch off-hand glassblowing demonstrations by Craig and Jori at our studio Boulder Bend Glassworks.
Free of charge.
All materials and instruction provided by Beth at Down by the River Lavender. Family friendly event where you make 3 sugar scrubs while learning a little bit about lavender farming and lavender essential oil.
Design your own glass fusing in a variety of shapes using colorful hand-pulled cane and murrine made at our studio. No plate glass used here!
Come to the Boulder Bend Glassworks studio and start your fusing workshop anytime between 10 am to 3 pm. No reservations required. Generally, participants take 40 to 90 minutes to design their glass piece.
Available for ages 7 and up. Participants under 18 require a parent or guardian.
For groups of 6 or more, please inquire regarding a private workshop.
Design your own glass fusing in a variety of shapes using colorful hand-pulled cane and murrine made at our studio. No plate glass used here!
Come to the Boulder Bend Glassworks studio and start your fusing workshop anytime between 10 am to 3 pm. No reservations required. Generally, participants take 40 to 90 minutes to design their glass piece.
Available for ages 7 and up. Participants under 18 require a parent or guardian.
For groups of 6 or more, please inquire regarding a private workshop.
See firsthand how molten glass is shaped into decorative and functional objects.
We invite you to watch off-hand glassblowing demonstrations by Craig and Jori at our studio Boulder Bend Glassworks.
Free of charge.
See firsthand how molten glass is shaped into decorative and functional objects.
We invite you to watch off-hand glassblowing demonstrations by Craig and Jori at our studio Boulder Bend Glassworks.
Free of charge.
Join WRI for our Plant Foraging Series.
Nettle is a highly nutritious plant with a history of uses for traditional medicine, food, tea, and as a material for textiles. Known as “stinging” nettle it has small stinging hairs that inject a chemical which can lead to a rash or stinging burn if touched. These hairs can be neutralized when soaked or cooked allowing for the many uses of this plant.
Registration required.
Space is limited, so sign up fast! Class size: 15
See firsthand how molten glass is shaped into decorative and functional objects.
We invite you to watch off-hand glassblowing demonstrations by Craig and Jori at our studio Boulder Bend Glassworks.
Free of charge.
Design your own glass fusing in a variety of shapes using colorful hand-pulled cane and murrine made at our studio. No plate glass used here!
Come to the Boulder Bend Glassworks studio and start your fusing workshop anytime between 10 am to 3 pm. No reservations required. Generally, participants take 40 to 90 minutes to design their glass piece.
Available for ages 7 and up. Participants under 18 require a parent or guardian.
For groups of 6 or more, please inquire regarding a private workshop.
See firsthand how molten glass is shaped into decorative and functional objects.
We invite you to watch off-hand glassblowing demonstrations by Craig and Jori at our studio Boulder Bend Glassworks.
Free of charge.
Join us to learn how to turn denim and cloth scraps into a functional basket and reduce textile waste! Cost: $5-$10 sliding scale
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/7pYyyrmDaeDBUjoy5
Join Wenatchee River Institute, in partnership with Leavenworth Outdoor Center, on a relaxing evening paddle down the Wenatchee River. This is a guided trip that will introduce you to the plants (flora) and animals (fauna) of our diverse river area (riparian zone). You will learn how to be a better observer of nature and be introduced to river safety and navigation. This is a great way to build your naturalist skills and confidence on the river.
Included: Kayak or paddle board, Life vest (PFD), transportation from WRI
Cost: $60 non-member, $50 member. Not a member? Find our “Membership” page on our website.
Limit: 10 participants
Ages: 8 and older, an adult must accompany anyone 15 and younger.
Streaming link: https://youtube.com/live/yi-1k113bWU?feature=share
This is a FREE event with a donation basket at the door.
Doors open at 6:30pm for a community social with beer and wine available for purchase. The presentation will start at 7:00pm.
Pacific Northwest forests face catastrophic losses from wildfire, drought, extreme temperatures, and insect mortality. This is largely as a result of climate change and historic land management practices. On top of that, these forest ecosystems now face a crisis of biodiversity loss, which threatens their integrity and the services they provide.
This presentation will be accompanied by a field trip to one of the ponderosa pine dry forest sites that is managed.
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