Wenatchee River Institute

My husband and I snowshoed this past weekend with WRI at Icicle River. It was our first time snowshoeing (as we are new to the area) and had the best time! The group was 13 in size and such a great mix of folks, some local, some traveling in for the weekend. Our guide Joshua was wonderful and made us right at home as we connected to the beautiful land surrounding us. I would highly recommend signing up for an adventure with WRI - perfect for all abilities!

— Kim

This was our first time snowshoeing and it was so fun! The weather was beautiful and we got to learn about the land. I would say this tour is mostly informative, you get to learn more about your surroundings and the history of the land. It's less active and more so a casual walking tour. Our tour guides were great! Highly recommend if you have never done this before

— Emily

One of the standout aspects of WRI is their field trips which provide Hands-On experiences that inspire curiosity for the natural world. My granddaughter had an incredible time exploring, learning about the ecosystem, and engaging in activities that made science and conservation come alive. I also had the pleasure of attending "Bird Fest" this weekend. The event was beautiful, organized, offering guided nature trips and community gatherings that celebrated the beauty of migratory birds and local wildlife. It was a perfect blend of education and enjoyment. Highly recommend checking out their programs and events.

— Karin Kolrud

Great snow-shoe tour! Our guide, Joshua, did an amazing job of acknowledging the land’s history and the indigenous people who call it home as well as engaging kids of all ages and teaching the group about local plants and animals. The bald eagle sighting was by far my favorite part of the day with the hot cocoa coming in a close second :) Highly highly recommend this tour if you’re in the Leavenworth area.

— Laura Shaheen

I really enjoyed the Waterfront Park snowshoe stroll! Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. We learned a lot about the area’s native and natural history and it felt like a beginner-level adventure. They even added hot chocolate and tea at the end which was really sweet. Amazing value for the small price, I highly recommend.

— Marissa Nicole