Leavenworth Chamber Newsletter  

Chicks On Sticks     February 8

Join us for this women's only event.  This 8km ski event is great for skiers of all abilities.  Half of the proceeds will be donated to Breast Cancer Research.   Food will be provided along with door prizes.  Don't miss this fun event!
Start Time: 9:30 am
Location: Icicle River Trail
Cost $22  Members $20

 

Ski Jumping Tournament    February 8

Leavenworth Winter Sports Club was founded in 1928 and ski jumping has been part of the club life from the beginning.  The best known jumper from Leavenworth is former United States Olympic team member Ron Steele, who was the best placed American jumper in the 1972 Sapporo, Japan Olympics.
 
Come test your skills at a classic venue!
Registration
12:00-1:00 p.m.
$10, includes LWSC logo item.
Start Time: 1:00 PM
Awards to follow in lodge.
Helmets are required. Prior jumping experience is strongly recommended.  Come join the fun or cheer on the jumpers!

 

Carnival Days   February 21

This is a Leavenworth Ski Hill tradition that celebrates the  "last" weekend of the season.  Fun activities include: Kids Obstacle Course, Face Painting, BBQ, Fireworks and a Torchlight Parade. 

Location: Ski Hill

Time: To Be Announced

Hog Loppet   February 28

 Hog Loppet is Swedish for "citizen's high country ski trek". The route begins at the top of the Mission Ridge ski area after a chairlift ride from the base. After a short bit of backcountry touring (ungroomed), the route follows a groomed trail (roads 9712 & 9716) to Blewett Pass. Spectacular views north and south make the journey across Trondsen Ridge to Haney Meadows one of the most delightful in the Northwest. The route ends with a long descent to Blewett Pass.  We strongly recommend using the shuttle bus service provided.  Parking at Blewett Pass will be used by event organizers and requires a sno-park permit.

 

Mariachi Chula Vista      February 13
Mariachi Chula Vista has performed at more than 800 events and has earned a reputation as one of the best student Mariachis in the country. In April 2005 they were the subject of an extended front-page article in the New York Times.

Price: $10.  Ticket Sales: 509.548.6347 x400

 

Music and Romance    February 21

Level 1 Avalanche Course: Decision Making in Avalanche Terrain    February 14-16

This course takes place in Leavenworth, WA and in the backcountry around Stevens Pass Ski area. The course is designed to give students a basic understanding of why avalanches occur and to develop a framework for making decisions while traveling in avalanche terrain. Additionally the course provides instruction in beacon use and companion rescue should an avalanche occur. Students who successfully complete the course will be given an AIARE level 1 certificate.

Cost $275

Red Wine & Chocolate Tasting February 14 & 15

 

Bavarian Cellars

Succulent Sangiovese/Sweet Dreams Swiss Chocolate 

 

D'Vinery

Tronsen Meadows

by AndyDappen  

  This non-motorized winter recreation area is just a few miles from the Tronsen Meadow Non-Motorized Winter Recreation Area, located just north of Blewett Pass. It is a fabulous resource for skiers, snowshoers, and sledders. This is not a "groomed" skiing area but Nordic skiers on light-touring gear can explore many miles of snowed over roads (and five to six square miles of woods) without the distractions of throngs of people or snowmobiles. Backcountry skiers will find several peaks to climb with excellent powder slopes to descend. Finally, there's good scenery to enjoy--you'll get many views of Diamond Head to the south; Miller Peak, Navaho Peak and the Enchantments to the west.
--This particular loop offers many variations. Beginners or families with younger kids can ski the road at the start and turn around at any point.

DISTANCE:
5.5 to 7.5 miles depending on the variations followed

ELEVATION:
Start: 3,890. High point: 4,400. Gain 500 feet

ACCESS:
From the Y Junction at the intersection of Highway 2 and Highway 97 east of Leavenworth, drive south on Highway 97. Pay attention to the milepost signs and, about a mile before Blewett Pass (milepost 164.8), park on the east side of the highway along the plowed shoulder. Forest Road 7240 intersects from Blewett Pass has miles of snowed over roads for skiing and snowshoeing, slopes for sledding, and peaks for powder turns on backcountry ski gear.