Upcoming Events

Do you have an iPad that still works fine, but that you no longer use? We would love to take it off your hands to use for stewardship mapping and student education! We are particularly interested in iPads from the last 3-4 generations. Please email Olivia Schilling or phone 509-667-9708.

Controlling over 20 species of noxious weeds is one of our toughest stewardship duties. The timing of weed control treatments depends on the stage of plant growth and favorable weather conditions so we keep a flexible schedule. Projects may include backpack spraying, mowing with string-trimmers and hand-pulling - contact us to let us know which method you are willing to do.

UPDATED March 17, 2020: 

Because of the current need for social distancing during the spread of coronavirus, we will not be holding a guided Hike for Health event on April 11. However, we can all find a little solace in nature during these challenging times.

This event has been canceled due to Covid-19.

Join us at Horse Lake Reserve to help finish building the new shortcut trail between Homestead and the Old Ranch Rd! This is challenging, but rewarding and fun physical work outside.

What do scentless mayweed, yellow star thistle, and jointed goatgrass all have in common?  All are noxious weeds we don’t want to find in our Wenatchee Valley! CDLT has teamed up with Chelan County Weed Board to offer a training workshop for the community. The workshop is free and open to the public

Celebrate the beauty of springtime during Native Plant Appreciation Week! Join us for a weeknight wildflower walk at Jacobson Preserve, lead by Susan Ballinger of CDLT, ecologist and creator of the Wenatchee Naturalist class. We will explore what's blooming, and learn about what we can do to encourage native plants in our area. Leave with a list of plants found at Jacobson Preserve.

Mountain Home Preserve eBird Monitoring Project

Learn the safe and effective use of backpack weed sprayers. This one-hour workshop with CDLT's Neal Hedges, will be held at a trail in the Foothills. If you haven’t sprayed weeds with us before, you need this workshop. CDLT is seeking volunteers to join on staff-led weed spray projects, targeting noxious species that are county-required to be controlled.

Join us for trail maintenance and brush removal at Horse Lake Reserve. This work will likely be light to moderate and involve hiking 2-5 miles and using hand tools such as loppers, hand saws, and McLeods along the way.

This event is full - please contact Hillary to ask about the waitlist. Thank you!

Enjoy the start of wildflower season and great views at the Horse Lake Reserve while helping to remove hazardous fencing. Work involves cutting brush that has grown through the fences, removing and rolling rusty barbed wire, and pulling out fence posts. Wear sturdy shoes, tough clothing, and leather gloves. Bring a water bottle, fence pliers, loppers, and a small pruning saw if you have them.

In honor of the Leavenworth Earth Day Fair, join Connie McCauley to explore the Ski Hill area, looking at wildflowers, birds, and wildlife. Depending upon interest and conditions, participants will explore both ski trails and bike trails during this 3 hour walk. Connie has explored these hills for 40 years and enjoys sharing her local knowledge with all ages and backgrounds.

Enjoy the start of wildflower season and great views at the Horse Lake Reserve while helping to remove hazardous fencing. Work involves cutting brush that has grown through the fences, removing and rolling rusty barbed wire, and pulling out fence posts. Wear sturdy shoes, tough clothing, and leather gloves. Bring a water bottle, fence pliers, loppers, and a small pruning saw if you have them.