Pets and People Oudoors

PETS AND PEOPLE OUTDOORS
Chelan Douglas Land Trust and Wenatchee Valley Humane Society launch new partnership

WENATCHEE, WA – The Wenatchee Valley Humane Society and the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust are
thrilled to announce their collaborative endeavor — Pets & People Outdoors. This initiative aims to build
community by creating opportunities for people and their dogs to come together and experience the
beauty of the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust’s protected trails, together. Each Pets & People Outdoors event
will showcase a dog-friendly trail with hiking opportunities for all fitness levels. Attendees will share
trail etiquette tips and learn about the health benefits of experiencing nature alongside beloved canine
companions. Dogs are integral members of our families and sharing our preserved natural landscapes
enhances the well-being of pets and people.
"By embarking on this partnership, the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society and Chelan-Douglas Land
Trust honors the cherished connection between pets, individuals, and the breathtaking land preserved for
future generations. Pets & People Outdoors is a collaborative program spotlighting dog-friendly trails,
conservation efforts, and the advantages of embracing nature while spending quality time outdoors with
our faithful companions," remarked James Pumphrey, Executive Director of WVHS.
This partnership celebrates the joy and vitality people discover outdoors alongside their canine friends,
companions, and loved ones. The Land Trust oversees 33 miles of dog-friendly trails in the Wenatchee
Foothills alone and everyone (and their dogs) are always welcome. Committed to fostering a pet-friendly
community, the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society encourages activities that include our furry friends.
Recognizing that pets are indeed family, the collaboration between Chelan-Douglas Land Trust and the
Wenatchee Valley Humane Society promotes community engagement by encouraging families to relish
our natural spaces.
“As of this spring, all of the Land Trust trails in the Wenatchee Foothills are dog friendly,” said Eunice
Youmans, Executive Director at the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust. “This Pets & People Outdoors
partnership with the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society will create more opportunities for folks to come
together and enjoy our beautiful trails.”
About the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust
Founded in 1985, the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust protects land with high conservation and recreation
value in North Central Washington. CDLT has protected forty miles of recreational trails and twenty-six
thousand acres of forest, shrub steppe, wheat fields, and riparian landscapes across Chelan and Douglas
counties. CDLT is a membership organization and relies upon the support of the community to continue
to protect and care for the landscapes that make the Wenatchee Valley special. Everyone is welcome on
CDLT properties. For more information: www.cdlandtrust.org
About the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society
The Wenatchee Valley Humane Society is committed to supporting the companion animals of North
Central Washington. Our purpose is to keep & bring families together. For more information:
www.wenatcheehumane.org
This historic partnership commences with its inaugural dog hike event at the Saddle Rock Natural Area
on Saturday, May 18. Save the date!
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