Vacationland: Official visitors’ guide to
2010
A supplement to The Omak-Okanogan County Chronicle www.okanoganvacation.com
Your visit to Rawson’s will be a rare experience. You’ll find an entire block of family and western apparel, shoes and boots. There’s not another store quite like us.
RAWSON’S In the heart of the Sunny Okanogan Downtown Okanogan • 1-509-422-2760
Established 1950
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Guide to adventure Okanogan Country offers big, beautiful, scenic vistas, friendly people and plenty of wide open spaces for you and your family to explore. Okanogan Country stretches from the craggy, snow-capped peaks of the North Cascades to the golden, rolling wheat fields of the northern Columbia Basin and from the lower Okanogan's apple country to the tree-covered peaks of Ferry County. Come rendezvous with our friendly, hard-working people. Shop at a leisurely pace in our well-stocked stores. Revel in our beautiful scenery and diverse recreational opportunities. Sample our fine fruit, wines and beef. We welcome visitors to Okanogan Country and know you'll enjoy the area as much as we do. Brenda Starkey/The Chronicle
Inside Vacationland Quick guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Border crossing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 What’s happening in Okanogan Country . . . . . . . . . 3 Brewster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Bridgeport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Conconully . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Grand Coulee Dam Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Nespelem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Okanogan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Omak. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Oroville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Pateros . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Republic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Riverside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Tonasket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Twisp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Winthrop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Communities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 © 2010 The Omak-Okanogan County Chronicle Published by Eagle Newspapers, Inc. Roger Harnack, Editor and Publisher Dee E. Camp, Managing Editor Lynn Hoover, Advertising Manager P.O.Box 553, Omak, WA 98841 618 Okoma Drive, Omak, WA 98841 509-826-1110 • 800-572-3446 509-826-5819 fax www.omakchronicle.com
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Okanogan Country Vacationland online www.okanoganvacation.com
Ferry County www.ferry-county.com (county government) or www.ferrycounty.com (tourism)
www.okanogancounty.org (county government) or www.okanogancountry.com (tourism)
Border crossing U.S. Customs Service: 509-476-2955, www.cbp.gov/, www.customs.gov or www.travel.state.gov
U.S. Forest Service • Okanogan and Wenatchee National Forests: www.fs.fed.us/r6/oka • Okanogan Valley office: 1240 S. Second Ave., Okanogan, WA 98840; 509-826-3275 • Tonasket Ranger District: 1 W. Winesap, Tonasket, WA 98855; 509-486-2186 • Methow Valley Ranger District: 24 West Chewuch Road, Winthrop, WA 98862; 509-996-4000 • North Cascades Smokejumper Base: 23 Airport Road, Winthrop, WA 98862; 509-997-9750 • Colville National Forest: www.fs.fed.us/r6/colville • Headquarters: 765 S. Main St., Colville, WA 99114; 509-684-7000 • Republic Ranger District: 650 E. Delaware Ave., Republic, WA 99166; 509-775-7400
Colville Confederated Tribes • Information: www.colvilletribes.com • Fish and Wildlife: 509-634-2110 • Parks and Recreation: 509-634-3145
Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area • Water levels: U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, 800-8244916 • Recreation area: 509-633-9441 or 509-738-6366; www.nps.gov/state/WA/laro/index.htm
North Cascades National Park General information: 360-854-7200; www.nps.gov/noca
Washington State • Sno-Parks: www.parks.wa.gov/winter/ vendor.asp • Park reservations: 888-CAMPOUT (226-7688); www.parks.wa.gov/reserve.asp • State parks information: 360-902-8844, TDD 360664-3133; www.parks.wa.gov/parks Emergencies: 911
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Turtles sun themselves on the shore of an Okanogan Country lake.
International travel Whether you live in the Okanogan or the Okanagan, visiting your international neighbors will require identification and a little bit of time for border crossing. U.S. and Canadian citizens crossing the border at land and sea ports of entry need to present a government-issued proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate, and a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license or ID card. A passport or other comparable document is required for entry, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection said. The exception is for some state or province residents with an enhanced driver’s license, available through the respective state licensing or provincial departments, which can be substituted for a passport. Travelers 19 years and older also should carry government-issued photo ID, Customs said. Children will need a birth certificate or other proof of citizenship. The Oroville-Osoyoos border facility is the area’s only 24-hour crossing and features a building shared by U.S. and Canadian officials. A traffic camera and report can be viewed at www.wsdot.wa.gov/Traffic/us97border/ default.aspx. Crossings with limited hours are located at Nighthawk-Chopaka (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily), Ferry-Midway (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily), DanvilleGrand Forks(8:30 a.m. to midnight daily) and Laurier-Cascade (8 a.m. to midnight daily). Information about Canadian campgrounds, trails, outdoor recreation, activities, accommodations, festivals and maps is available at www.hellobc.com. More information on border crossing is at www.customs.gov or www.travel.state.gov.
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Quick Reference
Okanogan County
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What’s happening in Okanogan Country April 2010 April 21 Open Merc; www.mercplayhouse.com April 22-May 31 "Methow Aviary" exhibit at Winthrop Gallery; www.winthropgallery.com, 509-996-3925 April 23-25 Nespelem Junior Rodeo; www.ctjra.org April 23-25 Methow Valley Backcountry Horsemen spring ride, Beaver Creek Campground, www.mvbch.com April 24 Enameling with Jean Tudor, Confluence Gallery, Twisp; www.confluencegallery.com April 24 Stonerose Fossil Center membership dig, Republic; 509-775-2295 or www.stonerosefossil.org April 24 Stonerose Fossil Center Antique and Collectibles Auction, Ferry County Fairgrounds, Republic; 509-7752295, www.stonerosefossil.org April 24 4-H Cleanup Day, Patterson Park, Republic April 24 Opening day of fishing; www.omakchronicle.com/fishrapper or www.wdfw.wa.gov April 24 Native garden workshop, Methow Valley; www.methowconservancy.org April 24 Wild Riders 4-H Club, Omak Stampede Arena April 24-25 Trout derby and spaghetti feed, Conconully; www.conconully.com April 25 Boots and Saddles Barrel Racing Club, Omak Stampede Arena April 25 Stonerose Fossil Center annual membership meeting, K Diamond K Ranch; www.stonerosefossil.org April 25 Springtime plein air painting with Kathy Meyers, Confluence Gallery, Twisp; www.confluencegallery.com April 25 Stonerose Fossil Center membership dig, Republic; www.stonerosefossil.org April 27 Stonerose Interpretive Center's Art and Collectibles Auction, 509775-2295 or www.stonerosefossil.org April 30 Twisp Rural Roots Film Festival, Methow Valley; www.methowconservancy.org
May 2010 May 1 Jewelry Making for Adults and Kids with Cathy Stern, Confluence Gallery, Twisp; www.confluencegallery.com May 1 Stonerose Interpretive Center opens, Republic, 509-775-2295 or www.stonerosefossil.org May 1 Everett Merritt Memorial Race at Eagle Track Raceway, Republic May 1 Community Yard Sale, Malo
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Grange; 509-775-8997, www.ferrycounty.com May 1 Okanogan Valley Farmers' Market opens for season, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, Okanogan Legion Park May 1 Oroville Farmers' Market opens for season, 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays, Oroville Public Library May 1 Consignment Auction and Flea Market, Tonasket May 1 Sunflower Relay and Iron Event, Methow Valley; www.mvsta.com May 1 Cowboy Song Camp/Hank Cramer, Merc Playhouse, Twisp; www.mercplayhouse.org May 3-7 Ride to Rendezvous, Methow Valley; www.woga.org/14 May 5-June 9 Acrylics Refresher with Kathy Meyers, Confluence Gallery, Twisp; www.confluencegallery.com May 7 Curlew Civic Club bingo; 509779-4716, www.curlewcivicclub.org May 7 Dollar Watch Cowboy Jamboree, Winthrop; www.fireside-lodge.com or www.horsecrazycowgirlband.com May 7-8 May Festival, bass tourney, fun run, parade and 3-on-3 basketball, Oroville; www.orovillewashington.com May 7-9 Colorama Festival and ProWest Rodeo, Grand Coulee; www.grandcouleedam.org May 7-9 "Annie Get Your Gun," Omak Performing Arts Center; www.omakpac.com, 509-826-7688 May 7-9 Winthrop 49er Days and outfitters rendezvous, Winthrop; info@winthropwashington.com May 7-9 Friendly OK Car Club 17th annual swap meet, flea market and car show, Omak; http://clubs.hemmings.com/ clubsites/friendlyok/ May 8 Depot Museum opens for season, Okanogan Borderlands Historical Society, Oroville; www.orovillewashington.com May 9 Boots and Saddles Barrel Racing Club, Omak Stampede Arena May 9 Car show, Oroville; www.orovillewashington.com May 9 Oroville Chamber of Commerce barbecue; www.orovillewashington.com May 9 Grand Coulee Cowboy Poetry Festival, Grand Coulee; www.grandcouleedam.org May 9 Stonerose Fossil Center free Mother's Day dig, Republic; 509-775-2295 or www.stonerosefossil.org May 9-10 Mixed Chapman Golf Tourney, Oroville; www.orovillewashington.com May 13-15 "Annie Get Your Gun," Omak Performing Arts Center; 509-8267688, www.omakpac.com May 13-16 Spring Naturalists' Retreat,
Methow Valley; www.methowconservancy.org May 14-15 Relay for Life fund-raiser for American Cancer Society, Okanogan May 14-16 Okanogan Junior Rodeo, Omak Stampede Arena; www.ctjra.org May 15 Run for the Border Motorcycle Rally, Wenatchee to Oroville; www.orovillewashington.com May 15 Community Yard Sale, Wauconda Community Hall; http://waucondahall.org May 15 Race of Champions, Eagle Track Raceway, Republic May 15-16 Hydro Boat Races at Sunbanks Resort, Electric City; 800-8227195 May 15-16 Spring Walleye Classic, Coulee City; www.bigwallysfishing.com May 20-24 Sunbanks Rhythm and Blues Festival, Electric City; www.sunbanksfestival.com May 21-23 Pateros Days/Business Appreciation Day, Pateros; www.pateros.com May 22 Silk Scarf Painting with Sarah Bradburn, Confluence Gallery, Twisp; www.confluencegallery.com May 22-23 Primitive Weaving for Young People with Sarah Bradburn, Confluence Gallery, Twisp; www.confluencegallery.com May 23 Boots and Saddles Barrel Racing Club, Omak Stampede Arena May 23-25 Veterans' Breakfast, Electric City; www.grandcouleedam.org May 23-25 Coulee City PRCA Last Stand Rodeo; www.couleecity.com May 23-25 Watchable Wildlife Weekend, Oroville-Tonasket area; www.orovillewashington.com May 23-31 Laser Light Show on Grand Coulee Dam, 10 p.m.; www.grandcouleedam.org Memorial Day to Labor Day Okanogan Historical Museum open, Okanogan; http://okanoganhistory.org May 27 Husky Antique Car and Truck Museum season opening; open Friday through Sunday, plus Monday holidays; 509-775-3304. May 28 Sunflower Festival, Paschal Sherman Indian School; www.psischiefs.org May 29 Molson Schoolhouse Museum and Old Molson Museum open for season through Labor Day, Molson; http://okanoganhistory.org May 29 Shafer Museum opens for season, Winthrop; www.shafermuseum.com May 29 Mazama 5K/10K Fun Run and Breakfast, Mazama; www.mvsta.com May 29 Imagine the Methow Campaign
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Celebration, Methow Valley; www.methowconservancy.org May 29 Canadian Appreciation Day sprint car racing, Eagle Track Raceway, Republic May 29-30 Conconully Arts and Crafts Festival; 509-826-4308 May 29-30 Conconully Museum opens for season; 509-826-1221 May 29-30 Methow Valley Rodeo; http://methowvalleyrodeo.com May 29-30 Republic Volunteer Fire Department's annual Memorial weekend breakfast, Republic Fire Hall May 29-31 Washington State BASS Jamboree, Electric City; www.grandcouleedam.org May 30 Jet Ski races at Sunbanks Resort, Electric City; www.grandcouleedam.org May 30-31 Isle of Flags at Spring Canyon Cemetery, Grand Coulee; www.grandcouleedam.org
June 2010 June-August Roller skating every Friday night, Molson Grange June 1-30 Laser Light Show on Grand Coulee Dam, 10 p.m.; www.grandcouleedam.org June 3-5 Tonasket Founders' Day, downtown festival and rodeo; 509-4864297 (rode0), 509-486-4543 (downtown events), www.tvbrc.org June 3-July 12 "Featured Artists" exhibit at Winthrop Gallery; www.winthropgallery.com June 4 Bingo at Curlew City Hall; www.curlewcivicclub.org, 509-779-4716 June 4 Culpepper and Meriweather Circus, Omak; www.omakchamber.com June 4 through September Tonasket Farmers' Market, Triangle Park; 486-1328, www.tvbrc.org June 4 Curlew Civic Club bingo, Curlew; 509-779-4716 June 4-5 Sunbanks Motorcycle Rally and Music Festival, Electric City; 1-888822-7195 June 5-July 24 "Harvesting the Light" exhibit, Confluence Gallery, Twisp; www.confluencegallery.com June 5 Fly-in breakfast, Brewster Airport; www.brewsterchamber.org June 5 Okanogan Days and all-class school reunion, Okanogan June 5 Bridgeport Daze June 6 Barrel Derby Days, Curlew; curlewcivicclub.org June 6 Ansorge Artists Affair, Curlew, sponsored by the Ferry County Arts Council; 509-779-4823 or 509-775-1086 June 9 Boots and Saddles Barrel Racing Club, Omak Stampede Arena June 11-13 Prospectors Days, Republic; www.prospectorsdays.com
June 12 Coulee Medical Center Guild fifth annual golf tournament, Banks Lake Golf Club; 1-800-266-5332 June 12 National Fishing Day, Winthrop National Fish Hatchery; 509996-4003, www.winthropwashington.com June 12-13 Prospectors Days Rodeo and Races, Ferry County Fairgrounds, Republic. June 13 95th annual Flag Day Celebration, potluck and barbecue, Wauconda; http://waucondahall.org June 13 Prospectors Days Race, Eagle Track Raceway, Republic June 13 Free kids' dig, Stonerose Fossil Center, Republic; 509-775-2295 or www.stonerosefossil.org June 13 Corpus Christi Pig Roast, Inchelium June 13-14 Methow Valley Tour bicycle event; www.mvsta.com June 13-14 Hydro boat races on Banks Lake, Sunbanks Resort; 1-888-822-7195 June 16-18 Pateros Apple Pie Jamboree; www.pateros.com June 17 4-H Shooting Sports Jamboree, Republic Gun Club June 19 Winthrop Wine Festival, www.winthropwine.com June 19 North Country Car Club Show, Tonasket; www.orovillewashington.com June 19 Lions Club Barbecue, Grand Coulee; www.grandcouleedam.org June 19 Coulee Cruizers Car Club Best Rod Run by a Dam Site, Grand Coulee; www.grandcouleedam.org June 19 Koulee Kids Fest, Grand Coulee Dam area; www.grandcouleedam.org June 19 Fathers Day Fly-in, Tonasket Airport; 509-486-4502, www.tvbrc.org June 19 Cowboy Caviar Fete and Western Crafts Show, Conconully; www.conconully.com June 19 Mill Pond Days and all-class reunion, Nespelem June 19-20 Hydroplane Northwest Water Competition Races on Banks Lake; 1-888-822-7195, www.grandcouleedam.org June 19-20 Molson Mid-Summer Fest, Molson June 19-20 Northwest Water Competition Boat Races, Electric City; www.grandcouleedam.org June 19-20 Pot of Gold Shoot, Coulee City; www.couleecity.com June 19-20 North Country Classic horse show, Okanogan County Fairgrounds, Okanogan; www.okanogancountyfair.org June 19-20 Art in the Park, Omak; 509-826-1036 June 20 Stonerose Fossil Center free Father's Day dig, Republic; 509-775-2295 or www.stonerosefossil.org June 21-24 Pioneer Art Camp for kids, Patterson Park, Republic; 509-779-4823 or
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509-775-1086 June 23 Boots and Saddles Barrel Racing Club, Omak Stampede Arena June 24-26 Washington State Mounted Sheriff's Posse Association, Okanogan County Fairgrounds, www.washeriffsposse.org June 25-27 Republic Motorcycle Rally with music, dance, other activities; www.republicrally.com June 25-July 11 "Star Spangled Girl," Merc Playhouse, Twisp; www.mercplayhouse.org June 26 Native Planet Outdoor Club, Winthrop Barn; 206-618-3214 June 26 Husky Antique Car and Truck Museum Swap Meet, Curlew; 509-7753304 June 26 Heritage Days and Airport Days in Oroville; 509-476-2476 June 26-27 Country Western Jam Session, Coulee City; www.couleecity.com
July 2010 July through September Oroville Farmers Market 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays, Oroville Public Library July 1 Canada Day, Cherry Festival with parade and fireworks, Osoyoos, B.C July 1-31 Laser Light Show on Grand Coulee Dam, 10 p.m.; www.grandcouleedam.org July 2-3 Inchelium Days, Inchelium July 3. Mid-Season Championship Race, Eagle Track Raceway, Republic July 3 Conconully Independence Day Celebration, Conconully; 509-826-9050, www.conconully.com July 3-4 Festival of America Fourth of July celebration at Grand Coulee Dam; www.grandcouleedam.org July 3-10 Colville Confederated Tribes Powwow and Encampment, Nespelem; www.grandcouleedam.org July 4 Chesaw Rodeo, Chesaw July 4 Round Lake Fireworks and Picnic, Inchelium July 4 Fireworks and Lighted Boat Parade on Curlew Lake, Republic; 509-7752704 July 4 Oroville Independence Day Fireworks, Deep Bay Park, Oroville; www.orovillewashington.com July 4 Brewster Fourth of July Celebration, city park; www.brewsterchamber.org July 4 Twisp Fourth of July parade July 4 Methow Arts Festival, Twisp River Park; www.methowartsalliance.org July 6-10 Kids' Drama Camp, Merc Playhouse, Twisp; www.mercplayhouse.org July 9-11 Northwest Firefighters Bike Rally and Street Dance, Republic July 11 Run the Sun Trail Run, Winthrop; www.mvsta.com
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July 12 Greater Columbia Water Trails River Run, Oroville to Tonasket July 12-13 Northwest Water Competition, Sunbanks Resort; 1-888-8227195 July 14 Boots and Saddles Barrel Racing Club, Omak Stampede Arena July 15-Aug. 23 "Featured Artists" Exhibit, Winthrop Gallery; www.winthropgallery.com July 16-18 Winthrop Rhythm and Blues Festival, Winthrop; www.winthropbluesfestival.com July 16-18 Pateros Apple Pie Jamboree and Dragon Boat Races, Pateros; www.pateros.com/events.html July 16-18 Northwest Firefighters Motorcycle Rally, Republic July 17 Pateros Dragon Boat Races; www.pateros.com/events.html July 17 Wauconda's Fabulous '50s Sock Hop and Car Show, Wauconda; http://waucondahall.org/sockhop, 509486-0109 July 17 Rick Martin, Flip Hougland and Buck Strauch Memorial Race, Eagle Track Raceway, Republic July 17-18 Wild Riders 4-H Club, Omak Stampede Arena July 18 Summer Street Dance, Osoyoos, www.tvbrc.org July 24-25 Tumbleweed Run, Winthrop; www.methowdata.net/ winthropbarn July 24-25 Back Country Horsemen third annual Lambert Creek trail ride and steak dinner, Republic; 509-779-4244 July 24-26 Coulee City Canyon Run, Coulee City; www.couleecity.com July 28-Aug. 1 AA Powwow, Inchelium July 28 Boots and Saddles Barrel Racing Club, Omak Stampede Arena July 29-Aug. 7 Methow Valley Chamber Music Festival, Winthrop; www.methowmusicfestival.org July 31 Toast of Oroville wine tasting event, Oroville; 509-476-3437 July 31 Tribute to American Heroes Race, Eagle Track Raceway, Republic
August 2010 Aug. 1 Suicide Race elimination races, Suicide Hill and Omak Stampede Arena; www.omakstampede.org Aug. 1-31 Laser Light Show on Grand Coulee Dam, 9:30 p.m.; www.grandcouleedam.org Aug. 2-5 Ferry-Okanogan 4-H Natural Resource Camp, Bonaparte Lake Aug. 5 Fifth annual BudweiserLowrance King Salmon Derby, Brewster; www.brewstersalmonderby.com Aug. 6 Bulls and Barrels, Tonasket
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Aug. 6 Mountain Music Festival jam session, Ferry County Fairgrounds, Republic; 509-680-7404 Aug. 6 Tonasket Junior Rodeo, Tonasket Rodeo Grounds Aug. 6-7 Miners Days, Conconully; www.conconully.com Aug. 6-7 Town-wide Yard Sale, Conconully; www.conconully.com Aug. 6-8 Brewster Salmon Derby Aug. 6-22 "Tuesdays With Morrie," Merc Playhouse, Twisp; www.mercplayhouse.org Aug. 7 Kids' Day with sprint car racing, Eagle Track Raceway, Republic Aug. 7 Mountain Music Festival, Ferry County Fairgrounds, Republic; 509-6807404 Aug. 7 Riverfest, Riverside; 509-8267161 Aug. 7-8 North Ferry Wranglers and Lucky Horseshoe 4-H and Open Horse Show, Ferry County Fairgrounds, Republic; 509-779-4736 or 509-779-4077 Aug. 10-12 Tribal Youth Camp for ages 9-13, Twin Lakes Campground, Inchelium Aug. 11-15 Omak Stampede Indian Encampment, Omak Aug. 11-15 Omak Native and Western Art Show, Omak Aug. 12-15 Omak Stampede and World-Famous Suicide Race, Omak; www.omakstampede.org Aug. 13-15 Desert Drifters Motor Cross campout, Okanogan County fairgrounds, Okanogan Aug. 14-15 Can-Am Apple Cup Boat races, Lake Osoyoos; www.orovillewashington.com Aug. 14-15 Ground Hog Open Golf Tournament, Oroville; www.orovillewashington.com Aug. 16 Ferry County 4-H Official PreFair Shoot, Republic Gun Club and Rifle Range, Republic Aug. 16-20 Tribal Youth Camp for ages 13 and up, Twin Lakes Campground, Inchelium Aug. 16-21 Kids' Drama Camp, Merc Playhouse, Twisp; www.mercplayhouse.org Aug. 18 Boots and Saddles Barrel Racing Club, Omak Stampede Arena Aug. 20-21 Okanogan River Garlic Festival, Tonasket History Park; 509-4861328, info@cccoftonasket.org Aug. 21 Grubstake Open, sponsored by Conconully Chamber of Commerce at Okanogan Valley Golf Club; www.conconully.com, 509-826-6780 Aug. 21-22 Shakespearean Dinner Theater, Ferry County; 509-779-4823 or 509-775-1086. Aug. 27-28 Katie Mae Leader Charge basketball tournament, Inchelium Aug. 27-29 Wings Over Republic Fly-
in, Merritt Field, Republic; www.wingsoverrepublic.com, 509-7753911 or jjsmith@rcabletv.com Aug. 28 Cutthroat Classic Run, Rainy Pass; www.mvsta.com Aug. 28 North Cascades Old-time Fiddlers Contest, Methow Valley; www.methownet.com/fiddle Aug. 28 Eagles Lodge Charity Golf Tournament, Electric City; 509-633-0162, www.grandcouleedam.org Aug. 28-29 Hydroplane races, Pateros; www.pateros.com Aug. 28-Sept. 6 Country Music Festival, Conconully; www.conconully.com Aug. 31-Sept. 5 Ferry County Fair, Republic; 509-775-3146
September 2010 Sept. 1 Boots and Saddles Barrel Racing Club, Omak Stampede Arena Sept. 1-30 Laser Light Show on Grand Coulee Dam, 8:30 p.m.; www.grandcouleedam.org Sept. 3-5 Rendezvous Rhythm and Blues Festival, Oroville Sept. 4 Country music concert, Tonasket Rodeo Grounds Sept. 4 Labor Day Rodeo Dance, Winthrop Barn Sept. 4-5 Methow Valley Rodeo; http://methowvalleyrodeo.com Sept. 5 Winthrop Kiwanis Duck Race, Winthrop; 509-996-3631 Sept. 5 Barn dance at Winthrop Barn; www.winthropbarn.com Sept. 5 Winthrop Rodeo Days, Winthrop; 509-996-2439 Sept. 5 Demolition Derby, Tonasket Sept. 5 Stonerose Fossil Center, Republic, closes for the season Sept. 6 Okanogan County Pioneer Picnic, Conconully State Park; 509-4223723 Sept. 9-12 Sunbanks Rhythm and Blues Festival, Electric City; www.sunbanksfestival.com Sept. 9-12 Okanogan County Fair, Okanogan; www.okanogancountyfair.org Sept. 11 Dollar Watch Cowboy Jamboree, Winthrop; www.horsecrazycowgirlband.com Sept. 11 Harvest Market and Community Yard Sale, Malo Grange, Malo; 509-775-8997 Sept. 11-12 Winthrop Auto Rallye, Winthrop; info@winthropwashington.com Sept. 18 Grand Columbian Triathlon, Grand Coulee Dam area; 360-325-0715, www.thegrandcolumbian.com Sept. 18 Winthrop Golf Tournament, Bear Creek Golf Course; info@winthropwashington.com Sept. 18 Peace Festival, Tonasket
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Sept. 19 Boots and Saddles Barrel Racing Club, Omak Stampede Arena Sept. 24-25 Square dance, Winthrop Barn Sept. 25 Cancer Relay Walk for Life, Coulee Dam; 509-633-2860 Sept. 25-26 Square dancing, Winthrop Barn; 509-238-2020 Sept. 25-26 Fall Mountain Bike Festival, Swan Lake Campground, Republic; Republic Ranger District, 509775-3305
October 2010 TBA Harvest Festival, Tonasket TBA Okanogan Family Fall Faire, Tonasket area; www.okanoganfamilyfaire.net Oct. 1-3 Fall Bike Festival, Methow Valley; www.mvsta.com Oct. 2 Autumn Leaf Run, Okanogan; www.autumnleafrun.com Oct. 2 Harvest Fest, Okanogan Oct. 2 Stew and Brew, Conconully; www.conconully.com Oct. 2 Omak Stampede Queen tryouts for 2011, Omak Stampede Arena; www.omakstampede.org Oct. 3 Boots and Saddles Barrel Racing Club, Omak Stampede Arena Oct. 4 Wauconda's Annual Pie Auction and Chili Feed, Wauconda; http://waucondahall.org Oct. 7-Nov. 15 "New Work by Gallery Artists"; www.winthropgallery.com Oct. 9 Soup Dinner fund-raiser, Winthrop Barn Oct. 10 Hunters Breakfast, Wauconda Hall, Wauconda; http://waucondahall.org Oct. 16 Opening day of hunting holiday bazaar, Conconully; 509-826-4308, www.conconully.com Oct. 16 Curlew Duck Derby, Curlew Civic Hall; 509-779-4716 Oct. 23 Loup Loup Ski Education Foundation "Taste of Two Valleys," Okanogan County fairgrounds, Okanogan Oct. 30 Hallelujah Carnival, Okanogan County Fairgrounds Oct. 30 Oroville Business Halloween Contest and Decoration Contest, community trick or treat; 509-476-3437 Oct. 31 Merchants' Trick or Treat and Halloween Costume Contest, Oroville and Tonasket; www.orovillewashington.com, www.tvbrc.org Oct. 31 Main Street Halloween Trickor-Treat Parade, Brewster
November 2010 November-December City of Lights, Grand Coulee Dam area; www.grandcouleedam.org
Nov. 1 Dance at the Depot, Oroville; www.orovillewashington.com Nov. 6 Loup Loup Ski Patrol Ski Swap, Okanogan County Fairgrounds Agriplex, Okanogan Nov. 6 Methow Valley Sport Trails Association Sports Swap, Winthrop Barn Nov. 6 Holiday bazaars at senior center and Eagles, Grand Coulee; 509-633-2321, 509-633-0162 Nov. 13 Okanogan-Omak Rotary Club wine and cheese tasting, Okanogan County Fairgrounds Agriplex, Okanogan Nov. 13-Jan. 3 Confluence Gallery 23rd annual holiday gift show and sale, Twisp; www.confluencegallery.com Nov. 13 "Harvest Hoedown" potluck; www.ferrycounty.com Nov. 18-Jan 3 Holiday gift exhibition and sale; www.winthropgallery.com Nov. 20 Holiday craft show, Okanogan County Fairgrounds Agriplex Nov. 25 Community Thanksgiving Dinner, Eagles Aerie 68, Republic; 509775-3927 Nov. 26 Holiday lighting ceremony, Conconully; www.conconully.com Nov. 27 Get Lit in Okanogan and lighting ceremony, Okanogan Nov. 28-30 City of Lights Displays, Grand Coulee
December 2010 Dec. 1-31 Grand Coulee Dam Visitors Center open daily; 509-633-9265 Dec. 1-31 Christmas at the Confluence, Pateros; www.pateros.com Dec. 3 Winterfest and caroling contest, Tonasket; 509-486-4543, www.tvbrc.org Dec. 4 Christmas Tree lighting and caroling, Oroville; www.orovillewashington.com Dec. 4 Grand Coulee Dam Area Chamber of Commerce "Christmas Elegance in the Coulee"; 509-633-3074 Dec. 4 Christmas bazaars, Grand Coulee Dec. 4 Sixth annual Christmas tea and Christmas tree lighting, Oroville Dec. 4 Omak Twilight Christmas Parade, Omak Dec. 4 Confluence Gallery dinner and auction, Winthrop Barn; www.confluencegallery.com Dec. 4 Booster Club Christmas Bazaar, Republic Elementary School, Republic Dec. 4-10 Gingerbread house contestants on display, Tonasket Visitors and Business Resource Center, 509-4864543 Dec. 5 Oroville Tree Lighting, Centennial Park; 509-476-3437 Dec. 5 Booster Club Christmas Bazaar, Republic Elementary School Dec. 5-7 Okanogan Borderlands
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Historical Society Christmas social, The Oroville Depot; 509-476-2476 Dec. 8-21 Christmas on the Columbia, Brewster, www.brewsterchamber.org Dec. 11 Santa Days and Santa Parade, Conconully; www.conconully.com Dec. 11 Holiday bazaar, Winthrop Barn Dec. 12 Shop with a Cop, OrovilleTonasket Dec 13 Community Holiday Potluck, Malo Grange, Malo; 509-775-8997, www.ferrycounty.com Dec. 14-16 Santa visits, Omak; www.omakchamber.com Dec. 15 Christmas tree lighting and Santa Claus visit, Pateros; www.pateros.com Dec. 18-20 Methow Valley Nordic Ski Camp, Methow Valley; www.mvnordic.com Dec. 19 Okanogan Valley Orchestra and Chorus holiday concert, Omak Performing Arts Center; www.omakpac.com Dec. 24 Community Christmas Dinner, Eagles Aerie 68, Republic; 509-775-3927 Dec. 27 Ski Rodeo, Mazama; www.mvsta.com
January 2011 Jan. 8-9 Snowmobile racing, Eagle Track Raceway, Republic Jan. 9-10 Methow Valley Pursuit, Winthrop; www.mvsta.com Jan. 15 Outhouse races, Conconully; www.conconully.com Jan. 15-17 Winterfest, Republic; 509775-2704 Jan. 22-23 Snow Dog Super Mush sled dog races, Conconully; www.conconully.com Jan. 22 Rendezvous Mountain Tour, Mazama; www.mvsta.com Jan. 29 Aero Methow Rescue Service fund-raising auction with live band, Winthrop Barn
February 2011 Feb. 5 Tonasket Kiwanis Club Ground Hog Dinner, Tonasket Feb. 5-6 Race of the Methow, Winthrop; www.mvsta.com Feb. 12 Tour of the Methow, Methow Valley; www.mvnordic.com Feb. 13 Lions Club Valentine Breakfast, Grand Coulee Feb. 13-14 Molson Ice Fishing Festival, Sidley Lake Feb. 14 Doggie Dash, Methow Valley; www.mvnordic.com Feb. 17-19 Balde Eagle Festival, Grand Coulee Dam area; www.eaglefestival.com Feb. 19-20 Winthrop Snowshoe Softball; www.winthropwashington.com
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Swimmers take a dip in the calm waters of a cove off the Columbia River in Brewster.
Water provides an angler’s dream The Columbia River, the Methow and Okanogan rivers and Lake Rufus Woods (behind Chief Joseph Dam) are an angler’s dream. Brewster offers a public boat launch and dock in Columbia Cove Park where anglers can drop a line for salmon, steelhead, trout, sturgeon and smallmouth bass. The annual Budweiser Lowrance King Salmon Derby is held during the first weekend of August; participants can win both prizes and money. People who want to take a boat or personal
watercraft out for a spin will find plenty of open water on the Columbia, Okanogan and Methow rivers. Columbia Cove Park offers a beach for swimming and splashing, a playground, picnic areas, basketball hoops and a soccer pitch. The municipal pool has a waterslide and diving boards, and Columbia Cove Recreation Center offers an open gym and a game room. Brewster offers a city RV park. The hills around town provide plenty of
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opportunities for a nice afternoon walk, and experienced birdwatchers know that Brewster is a prime spot to observe feathered friends, from eagles to quail. The back roads are good for long or short afternoon drives, and there are opportunities on public lands for fourwheeling, motorbikes and horseback riding. Two golf courses – Alta Lake and Lake Woods – are within a dozen miles of town. Visitors can stroll in Brewster’s retro downtown — pick up a roll or cookie at one of the bakeries or check out the bolillos and other specialties. Dining fare ranges from Mexican to burgers and other choices. Shoppers will find a variety of stores. The Fourth of July brings a parade and other events, plus one of the biggest fireworks shows in the area. Brewster owes its name to a decision made by U.S. Post Office worker who, in the 1890s, changed the spelling from Bruster.
Originally the town followed the steamboat landing. The old threestory Gamble Hotel was moved from one Main Street to another with a horse team and logs, and legend has it that the hotel owner kept the fire in the kitchen stove burning the entire time. The city became a crucial part of Washington’s apple industry. Tours of some local apple processing facilities may be available by appointment. Nearby is Fort Okanogan State Park and Interpretive Center, site of one of the first non-Indian settlements in Washington. The fort was established in 1811 by David Stuart of the Pacific Fur Co. and later purchased by the Hudson’s Bay Co.
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Elevation: 820 feet Population: 2,200 Incorporated: 1910 Location: On U.S. Highway 97 near the confluence of the Okanogan and Columbia rivers, about seven miles north of Pateros and 26 miles south of Okanogan.
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Fishing, hiking and water sports await
Bridgeport
Nestled beside the mighty Columbia, Bridgeport sits just downstream from Chief Joseph Dam. The dam, one of the largest hydropower projects in the world, has a visitor center detailing some of the history of the project and the surrounding area, and how the hydropower system works. Bridgeport boasts great fishing and boating on Lake Rufus Woods, hiking around the dam, golfing at Lake Woods Golf Course and camping at Bridgeport State Park. Some of the hiking trails are paved. Anglers know Bridgeport for Lake Rufus Woods and its trout fishing and the Columbia River downstream for salmon, steelhead, trout and various sport fish populations. Nearby is the Okanogan River. Water skiers, paddlers and personal watercraft also can be seen on the waters, and wildlife watchers will find eagles, otters, beavers, badgers, quail and other fowl. There's a boat launch and places to fish from the shore above the dam and a boat launch below the dam at Bridgeport Marina Park, which is a popular spot for RV users as well. Horseback, motorbike and ATV riding opportunities also exist. For those who like their water in a pool, Bridgeport offers a pool in Berryman Park, which also is a good place for a picnic and has lots of swings and slides. There's also the exhibit of military equipment, including a helicopter. Downtown Bridgeport offers cafes, grocery stores, a laundry, liquor store and a couple of places that are happy to provide plenty of free fishing advice. Foster Creek Avenue is lined with animals carved from tree trucks. The annual celebration, Bridgeport Daze, is the first weekend in June. There's a parade, music, softball and plenty of visiting. This year marks the 100th anniversary of Bridgeport's incorporation as a town, although the community is older than that. It was platted in the 1890s, and its backers originally named it Westfield. The townsite was purchased by a group of investors from Bridgeport, Conn., and the new name stuck even after the investors moved on. Bridgeport was the last stop on the steamboat run; the old flour mill down by the river is a reminder of the days when wheat and apples were loaded from the bluff. Apples, cherries, wheat and cattle play a big part in the town's economy. Elevation: 835 feet Population: 2,250 Incorporated: 1910 Location: On state Highway 17, 13 miles southeast of Brewster.
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A picnic shelter and playground equipment are part of the Chief Joseph Dam amenities.
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Cherries, a crop grown in the Bridgeport area, ripen in the summer sun.
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Take a step into history and enjoy the great outdoors in Conconully. Tucked in a mountain valley and surrounded by parks and lakes, the hamlet is home to many kinds of wildlife. Drive slowly: Deer use the paved roads just as much as cars. And bird-watchers can get their fill keeping an eye on the skies. Conconully State Park borders Conconully Reservoir (lower lake) and offers camping sites with playground equipment, a nature trail, picnic and barbecue areas, restrooms with showers, a boat launch and plenty of room to run. Conconully Lake (upper lake) also has a boat launch, restrooms and handicap accessible fishing dock. Boats and motors can be rented at various local businesses. The area, surrounded by national and state forests with two wildlife management areas nearby, is ideal for hunters and anglers. Lodging and RV sites are abundant with early breakfasts, trail lunches, snacks, fuel, supplies and more to make the experience. Both lakes are stocked annually by the state Department of Fish and Wildlife, with the town and chamber
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A musher guides his dogs during the Snow Dog Super Mush. of commerce pitching in to purchase larger fish. Each year also features a trout derby for families shortly after fishing season opens in April. For nature enthusiasts, the area has hiking trails such as the Mutton Creek Trail, good for all ages, just a mile north of Conconully on County Road No. 2361. Peacock Meadows Sno-Park is a jumping-off point for hiking and winters sports, including snowmobiling. Conconully allows snowmobiles and ATVs on designated streets. The Independence Day Celebration brings the Old West back to life with a parade, children’s games, firefighters’ competitions, antique car show and the infamous Berney Gang gunfight. Each January, the snow-covered streets are turned into the Outhouse Race field, an event that has lasted a quarter century. January also brings the Snow Dog Super Mush, a two-day, middistance sled dog race through the forests around Conconully. The event attracts mushers from throughout the Northwest, California and Canada. Originally known as Salmon City, Conconully began as a boom town in the 1800s by miners seeking silver and gold. Their unsuccessful efforts gave way to farming and ranching. In 1887, the town became part of Washington Territory. In 1889, its central location within Okanogan County made it the county seat, a designation that lasted until 1914. Japanese photographer Frank S. Matsura arrived in Conconully in 1903 and chronicled the area with hundreds of pictures.
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A youngster displays his opening day catch from Conconully Lake.
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The Frank Matsura Park now takes a look at his vision and genius with a historical building dedicated to him. The Conconully Museum, operated by the Conconully Area Historical Association, is open Memorial Day to Labor Day at 217 N. Lottie Ave. Web site: www.townofconconully. com Incorporated: 1908 Elevation: 2,300 feet Population: 190 Location: On county Conconully Highway about 15 miles west of U.S. Highway 97 and 18 miles northwest of Omak
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A sign marks the historic U Bar U Ranch.
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Grand Coulee area
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Banks Lake stretches out beyond Steamboat Rock.
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A white wall of water flows down the dam’s face.
At the Coulee: A trio of towns Experience the wonders of nature coupled with man-made wonders in the Grand Coulee Dam area. Grand Coulee Dam, one of the largest concrete structures in the world, attracts viewers and tourists each year with tours, history, the Laser Light Show and fireworks displays. The dam is 550 feet tall, from the 500-foot polished granite base to the 30-foot wide crest that supports a paved two-lane road. Including the Third Powerhouse, Grand Coulee Dam is almost one mile long. There is enough concrete in the dam to build a four-lane highway the 3,000 miles from Los Angeles to New York City. Construction began in 1933 as a Depression relief project. Eight years later, the dam was complete, leaving behind a monumental sand pile still visible today. It is the largest producer of hydroelectric energy in the U.S. and generates about $500 million worth each year. The dam also irrigates more than 500,000 acres of farms through Lake Roosevelt, its reservoir. The dam's visitor center overlooks the downstream dam wall. It is open year-round just off state Highway 155. Tours take place in summer, including one in a glassenclosed elevator down the dam's face. Laser Light Shows run from May through September after dark, with about 36 minutes of music and narration about the history of the dam and the Columbia River. Catch some great vistas from Crown Point, about two miles west of Coulee Dam off state Highway
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174. The area is known for geological wonders; prehistoric floods carved out the coulee, showing its layers of basalt rock. A walking tour of Coulee Dam shows historic buildings from the dam's construction era. For the angler, hunter, swimmer, boater, camper and picnic lover, visit one of the many lakes and campsites spread throughout the area. Lake Roosevelt itself, kept back by the dam, has many boat docks, fishing spots, campsites and more. Spring Canyon, about two miles east of Grand Coulee on state Highway 174, features a grassy park, sandy beaches, designated swimming space, playground equipment, restrooms, barbecue pits and more. The lake is stocked with kokanee (land-locked salmon), walleye, silvers, rainbow trout, lake whitefish, white sturgeon and yellow perch. With more than two dozen boat ramps, the lake stretches 152 miles up the Columbia River from the dam to the Canadian border. It is the largest man-made body of water in Washington. Banks Lake, with the centerpiece of Steamboat Rock, is about one mile wide and 30 miles long. Near Steamboat Rock State Park is Northrup Canyon, a beautiful shelter for flora and fauna. At the top of the canyon is a five-acre, stream-fed lake stocked with trout and reachable by walking trail. From mid-November through midMarch, the area is home to many bald eagles. Downstream from the dam is Lake Rufus Woods, the pool formed
by Chief Joseph Dam. It stretches 40 miles, with a boat launch on the east side. The area also boasts many hiking trails from the handicappedaccessible to the difficult. Big events include the Colorama on Mother's Day weekend, with a parade, carnival, arts and crafts vendors, health walk, live music, cowboy breakfast and more. More: www.grandcouleedam.org/ colorama/index.htm. Sunbanks Blues Festivals hit every May and September at Banks Lake. More: www.sunbanks festival.com. You can see car shows, powwows, golf tournaments, visit a tribal casino and get to know more about the Colville Confederated Tribes and visit museums. More: www.grandcouleedam.org or www.grandcouleedam.com. • Coulee Dam Incorporated: 1959 Elevation: 1,140 Population: 1,025 Location: On the Columbia River at the junction of state highways 155 and 174. • Elmer City Incorporated: 1947 Elevation: 1,200 Population: 245 Location: Two miles north of Grand Coulee Dam on state Highway 155. • Grand Coulee Incorporated: 1935 Elevation: 1,702 Population: 925 Location: On the Columbia River at the junction of state highways 155 and 174.
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Crossroads: Explore the reservation
A young dancer moves to the drumbeat at the Nespelem Fourth of July powwow.
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The Columbia River (left) winds through gleaming snow-covered hills. The historic Skolaskin Church (above) sits near the Colville agency headquarters.
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Nespelem, on the Colville Indian Reservation, sits at the crossroads of state Highway 155 and Cache Creek Road, which heads east through the mountains to the Twin Lakes-Keller area in Ferry County. Numerous Bureau of Indian Affairs roads radiate outward, taking travelers to treecovered mountains and scenic lakes. (Some camping, hunting and fishing areas are closed to those who are not tribal members.) Nespelem and the BIA agency, which lies two miles south of town on the highway, offer ball fields, celebration grounds, rodeo arena and a school. Columbia River Road, which leaves Nespelem near the agency, takes the traveler along the Columbia River and past Omak Lake and northwest to Okanogan and Omak. A roadside marker on state Highway 155 commemorates Chief Joseph and the Joseph Band of Nez Perce, who were pursued into Montana by the U.S. Army from their home in Oregon's Wallowa Valley in 1877. The Joseph Band eventually resettled in Nespelem. Chief Joseph's grave is nearby in the Nez Perce Cemetery, which is administered by the Colville Confederated Tribes and is not open to tourists. Those wishing to pay their respects are asked by members of the Nez Perce Band to visit the marker instead. The sites are part of the Nez Perce National Historic Park, made up of 38 geographically separate sites on the Nez Perce (Nimiipuu) National Historic Trail. Information: www.nps.gov/nepe. Nespelem lies on the Coulee Corridor Scenic Byway, which runs between Othello and Omak. The Colville Confederated Tribes holds a number of cultural events, including the weeklong Fourth of July Encampment. Executive Order Day, July 2, marks the creation of the Colville Indian Reservation on July 2, 1872, by President U.S. Grant. Other events include a spring junior rodeo and Mill Pond Days the third weekend in June. An all-class school reunion is planned for June 19, 2010. Nespelem and the nearby Colville Indian Agency offer service stations, food services and groceries. Incorporated: 1935 Elevation: 1,900 feet. Population: 210 Location: On state Highway 155, 17 miles northwest of Grand Coulee area and 50 miles east of Omak.
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Okanogan
The Okanogan County Commandos play in Okanogan.
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Racers barrel down the stretch during the Okanogan County Fair.
Okanogan offers history and a picturesque setting Okanogan offers a range of shopping and amenities in a picturesque setting of historic brick buildings surrounded by sage- and tree-covered mountains. The city is a gateway to the Colville Indian Reservation, Loup Loup Ski Bowl off state Highway 20 west of town, the OkanoganWenatchee National Forest, and various outdoor activities including fishing, cross country skiing, hiking, bicycling and snowmobiling. The Okanogan Gun Club maintains a shooting range southwest of town off B&O Road. The city allows off-road vehicles on all streets except for state highways 20 and 215 and U.S. Highway 97. Snowmobiles are not
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allowed. A free Internet wireless “hot spot” is located in Legion Park on North Second Avenue. Camping is allowed in the park. The Okanogan County Historical Society Museum, Okanogan Fire Hall Museum and Wilson Research Center (history and genealogy) are at the north end of the park, which also features a farmers’ market Saturday mornings from May through October. Residents and visitors alike can take a dip in the city’s summer-only pool in Alma Park, 601 S. First Ave. There’s also a picnic shelter, basketball court and playground equipment. Across Salmon Creek, but still part of the park, are a boat ramp and river observation deck at the foot of Tyee Street. Central Valley Sports Complex on Rodeo Trail offers baseball, softball and soccer fields, a children’s climbing toy and a paved fitness trail. Public fishing and a nature trail are on the city island off South First Avenue. Okanogan Days, the first Saturday in June, includes a parade, street fair, live music and more. The event usually coincides with Okanogan High School graduation. An all-class reunion is planned
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Hispanic dancers perform during Okanogan Days. during the 2010 Okanogan Days. October brings Harvest Fest, a celebration of the area’s bounty. The Get Lit in Okanogan Christmas celebration comes right after Thanksgiving. Okanogan High School’s field is home to the Okanogan County Commandos minor league football team. The Okanogan County Fairgrounds are northeast of town on Rodeo Trail. A Spring Fair Home and Garden Show is held in March and the county fair is the weekend after Labor Day. The city offers shopping, restaurants and bars, medical and dental clinics, motels, a casino, Washington State Patrol and Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office. It is the county seat. Incorporated: 1907 Elevation: 835 feet Population: 2,495 Location: At the junction of state Highway 20 and U.S. Highway 97, straddling the Okanogan River.
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Horses hit the water in the World-Famous Suicide Race.
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Omak Lake offers varied water fun.
A small town full of amenities Omak, the economic center of Okanogan Country, is a small town chock full of amenities. The city, which celebrates its centennial in 2011, is home to the Omak Stampede and World-Famous Suicide Race. This year, 2010, marks the race's 75th anniversary. A new Omak Stampede Arena debuted last year, replacing the aging arena that dated to the event's early days. But rodeo isn't the only event in town. Omak offers dozens of sporting events in East Side Park and at local schools, plus a just-for-fun Mardi Gras Gala in March, Art in the Park in late June and a Twilight Christmas Parade that hit the quarter-century mark in 2009. A farmers' market runs from June through October in Civic League Park. Omak's parks are many and varied. East Side Park, the largest,
not only is home to the Omak Stampede, but also offers a fullservice RV park, baseball and softball fields, swimming pool, tennis courts, a skate park, playground equipment and walking trail to downtown along the dike. Civic League Park offers a bandshell, picnic area and playground equipment, with the Omak Public Library next door, and there are several neighborhood parks. The Omak Performing Arts Center, owned by the Omak School District, hosts dozens of school, community and professional productions. Visitors will find three main commercial areas in Omak: The south end, specializing in automotive needs; historic downtown, with a variety of shops, and the north end shopping area. Omak straddles the Okanogan River, with the eastern portion on the 1.4-million-acre Colville Indian
Reservation. Besides commerce, Omak's economy relies on tree fruit, forest products and cattle. Wineries press local grapes to produce top-quality wines. You'll find plenty to do. You can try a leisurely float along the Okanogan River, or put your boat or personal watercraft into the warm waters of nearby Omak Lake. Each Halloween, divers trek to the lake for an underwater pumpkin carving contest. Opportunities abound for hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, bird watching, hiking, biking and stargazing — the sky's the limit.
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Incorporated: 1907 Elevation: 835 feet Population: 2,495 Location: At the junction of state Highway 20 and U.S. Highway 97, straddling the Okanogan River.
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A horse prevails at the Stampede. www.OkanoganVacation.com
The Okanogan Valley Orchestra and Chorus calls the Omak Performing Arts Center home.
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Anglers try their luck in the Okanogan River.
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Lake Osoyoos offers varied water sports opportunities.
A vintage tractor rolls along the May Fest parade route.
Oroville
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Hydroplanes send up rooster tails during the Can-Am Hydroplane Races.
Raccoons stroll along the shore of Palmer Lake.
Agriculture, recreation abound Oroville is located in a high desert area with agriculture and recreation among the area's livelihoods. Numerous streams, lakes and proximity to the Cascade Mountains make the area a favorite for swimming, boating, waterskiing, hiking, hunting, fishing, bicycling, skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and wildlife viewing. There is a growing trail system and the Osoyoos Lake Veterans Memorial Park which offers a beach, camping and RV spaces. Four nearby wineries produce unique local wines. The area also produces a variety of tree fruit, from apples and pears to apricots. The Depot Museum, located at 1210 Ironwood St., features displays depicting area history. It also serves as the city's visitor information center. Oroville celebrates an annual
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May Festival, complete with oldfashioned May Pole dance, plus Heritage Days and Airport Days in July. August brings the Can-Am Hydroplane Races to Deep Bay Park on Lake Osoyoos. In September, Oroville hosts the annual Rendezvous Rhythm and Blues Festival, also on the lake. Along with hiking, boating, fishing and other outdoor recreational activities, Oroville features a nine-hole golf course on Loomis-Oroville Road three miles west of town. The city's general aviation airport is named for a World War Two Women Airforce Service Pilot, Dorothy F. Scott. It's also a port of entry for international air travelers. The Oroville-Osoyoos, B.C., border station is Okanogan Country's only 24-hour crossing. East of Oroville in Molson,
visitors can tour the old ghost town and the red brick schoolhouse museum. Also east of town is Chesaw, a once boom town, that now hosts a popular Fourth of July Rodeo. West of town is Palmer Lake, home to varied wildlife and fish. Oroville was first settled by whites in the late 1850s. The settlement was first known as "rag town," but renamed Oro, Spanish for gold, in 1892. It was named Oroville in 1909. Web site: www.OrovilleWA.com Incorporated: 1908 Elevation: 912 feet Population: 1,715 Location: On U.S. Highway97 at the confluence of the Similkameen and Okanogan rivers and adjacent to the Canadian border.
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A boat zooms along the glassy-smooth Lake Pateros — the Columbia River — at Pateros.
Anglers know Pateros — the Columbia and Methow rivers are home to varied species of fish. Both rivers are open for some kind of fishing year-round. The Okanogan River, with more good fishing, is only a short drive or boat ride away. There are two public boat launches in Pateros, accessible in all water conditions, along with three public docks for people who’d rather stay on shore. There’s plenty of open water for canoeing and kayaking, skiing and personal watercraft, too, and personal watercraft rentals are available in Pateros. Nearby Alta Lake offers boating and swimming. Lake Pateros – the Columbia River backed up by Wells Dam – is the site of dragon boat races, part of the July Apple Pie Jamboree, and hydroplane races in August. The jamboree offers a parade, games, arts fair and its namesake pies. Alta Lake offers a state park and an 18-hole golf course. Private companies offer trail rides during the summer, and the Pateros area has plenty of public property with off-road potential for motorbikes and four-wheelers. Pateros is well known to bird watchers, and watchable wildlife abounds in the hills around town. Bargain hunters get their own weekend each year for the all-town yard sale in late May. Camping enthusiasts will find plenty of room at Alta Lake; there
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are four motels in and around town. Downtown Pateros boasts restaurants and a specialty bakery, along with businesses that offer a lot for anglers — including plenty of free advice. As downtowns go, Pateros’ is relatively new, about 45 years old, because the town was relocated during the construction of Wells Dam in the early 1960s. Pateros started as Ives Landing, named for the man who purchased the land and laid out the original townsite in the late 1890s. He sold out – at the insistence of his wife – and the town was renamed by a Spanish-American War veteran, who remembered a town he’d encountered on his tour of duty in the Philippines. The town’s history will be the subject of a new museum, scheduled to be open by summer 2011.
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Dragon boat racers ply the mighty Columbia (above); a parade participant waves to the crowd.
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Fishing and water sports abound
Elevation: 812 feet Population: 625 Incorporated: 1913 Location: On U.S. Highway 97
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Planes zoom along during the Wings Over Republic Flyin. At right, kayaker cools off on the Kettle River.
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Republic
Republic’s roots are in gold Republic, at the junction of State Routes 20 and 21, is the only incorporated city in Ferry County. Originally called Eureka Gulch, the town was born during the gold rush. It is thought that the population may have reached 20,000 at the height of gold fever when the northern part of the Colville Indian Reservation was opened for prospecting. Home to administrative offices for area Kinross Gold activities, the town still is involved with gold mining. Prospectors Days, the annual town celebration the second weekend in June, pays homage to that early heritage. Can-can girls, a staged Old West shootout, parade, rodeo and other activities are featured. Ranching, logging, cottage industry and tourism are among other businesses in the area. The breathtaking views of the
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Colville National Forest, which surrounds Republic, lend themselves outdoor enthusiasts. Numerous nearby lakes also make the area attractive to visitors. Hunting, fishing, bird watching, bicycling, hiking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, boating, motorized recreational sports and fossil digging bring people to the area. Republic is home to the Stonerose Fossil Interpretive Center and Boot Hill Fossil Site, located across the street from the city’s Patterson Park. Car racing can be found during the summer on a three-eighths mile dirt oval at Eagle Track Raceway south of town off Pendry Road. In January, the track hosts a day of snowmobile racing. Nearby Curlew Lake is a popular destination, especially in the summer when numerous fishing resorts, a state park and a Fourth of July fireworks display and lighted boat parade are regular features.
Republic hosts a Motorcycle Rally in June that features a motorcycle rodeo, demonstrations, shows and entertainment. In July there is a Mountain Music Festival. August features the Wings Over Republic Fly-in at the county airport near Curlew Lake. The old-fashioned Ferry County Fair is held over Labor Day weekend near Republic. September brings an annual Honky Tonk Petanque Tournament, and the city’s Winterfest is featured in January. Petanque is a game similar to bocce. The area’s history is displayed through a collection of historical photos and exhibits at the Republic Historical Center. Web site: www.republicwa.org Incorporated: 1900 Elevation: 2,659 Population: 975 Location: At the junction of state highways 20 and 21.
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Cars vie for position at Eagle Track (left). Horses gleam on the historic carousel at the Ferry County Fairgrounds (above). Golden Tiger Pathway beckons cross-country skiers near Republic. Page 16 – Okanogan Country Vacationland 2010-2011
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Riverside: A place to get away from it all
Riverside
Get away from it all in Riverside, a tiny town with a lot of history. In the early 1900s, Riverside was a blossoming town, peaking at a population of 350 and making Omak and Tonasket look tiny. Its success was largely due to its place as the head of riverboat navigation on the Okanogan River. Because of its booming qualities, it hosted the first county fair in 1905. That success didn’t always come without troubles – its new $3,000 drawbridge collapsed in 1905. It lost its bid to be county seat in 1908. Two fires leveled much of the business district in 1916. Once the railroad came through in 1914, it spelled the end for riverboats and Riverside became a quiet town. The town now includes a general store, gas station, city park, public fishing, a Western store, tattoo parlor, antique store, bar and grill, RV park, pawn shop and a few other amenities. Some historic buildings still stand, such as the old schoolhouse. The 1912 school bell stands in a school park. Every first weekend in August, the town holds Riverfest, with family games, music, a parade, firefighter water battle and more. Several miles outside town, explorers can visit nature in the Scotch Creek Wildlife Area to the northwest and, to the east, in Tunk Valley. Hunting, fishing, camping, horseback riding, photographing, bird watching and hiking await. A bit farther up Tunk Creek Road, Crawfish Lake boasts a campground and many privately-owned cabins for fishing and otherwise enjoying the woods. Half the lake is bordered by U.S. Forest Service land, and the other by the Colville Indian Reservation. Elevation: 853 feet Population: 350 Incorporated: 1913 Location: Adjacent to U.S. Highway 97, about seven miles north of Omak.
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Contestants hop along in the Riverfest sack race.
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Mist covers Alkali Lake (above) during winter. The lake is northwest of Riverside. The historic Riverside School bell has a place of honor in one of the town’s parks. Okanogan Country Vacationland 2010-2011 – Page 17
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Swans stroll on frozen Forde Lake, part of the Many Lakes Area west of Tonasket.
Tonasket
A land for all four seasons Tonasket is situated in the land for all seasons, halfway between Omak and the Canadian border on U.S. Highway 97. It is named for Chief Tonasket of the Okanogans, who became grand chief of the American Okanogan after the U.S.-Canadian border was established in 1846. The city is in an agricultural and forestry area, home of three major fruit storage and processing facilities and the Tonasket Ranger District of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Tonasket is a jumping-off point for many recreational activities: Hunting, fishing, wild animal observing, horseback riding, boating, bicycling, skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling and many others. The Many Lakes Area lies to the west and several lakes, including Bonaparte, are to the east. Many campgrounds are nearby. In town are several parks that offer soccer and baseball fields, a skate and BMX bike park, swimming pool, riverside salmon
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Tonasket sits in the verdant Okanogan River valley.
viewing platform, picnicking and more. The Kiwanis offer an annual Ground Hog Dinner in February on the first Saturday after Groundhog Day. It features sausage made fresh from an old German recipe. A flea market and consignment auction follow in May and a farmers’ market opens in June and runs through the summer and fall months. The first weekend in June brings the Founders Day Rodeo and downtown celebration and a fishing celebration follows the second weekend in June. The next weekend brings the Father’s Day Fly-in at the Tonasket Airport and the North County Car Club Car Show. Tonasket Junior Rodeo is the first weekend of August, with the annual Garlic Festival the second weekend and the Comancheros Demolition Derby on Labor Day weekend. The Okanogan
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Motorcyclists perform at the Tonasket Founders Day parade. Page 18 – Okanogan Country Vacationland 2010-2011
Family Faire, a local barter fair and harvest celebration, is held east of town in the fall. Tonasket’s Winterfest is celebrated the first Friday of December. Nearby Wauconda, east of town on state Highway 20, holds an annual sock hop and car show in mid-July. Sitzmark Ski Area, 20 miles northeast of Tonasket in Havillah, offers skiing and snowboarding activities. Web site: www.tonasketcity.org Incorporated: 1926 Elevation: 900 feet Population: 1,000 Location: On U.S. Highway 97 25 miles north of Omak.
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A creek tumbles into a frothy waterfall (left) in the Methow Valley. Pipestone Canyon northwest of Twisp (top) is a favorite destination for mountain bike riders. A rafter (above) negotiates the churning Methow River.
It’s the place for arts, scenery Twisp is the place to be for those who love the arts and beautiful scenery. Its origins date from two shortlived gold booms in 1858 and 1880. Now, its nearly 1,000 permanent residents provide the commercial center of the Methow Valley population of more than 4,000. Tourists triple the population several times a year, especially in the summer, as folks flock to the beauty of the valley on the east slopes of the Cascade Mountain range. You can fly in at the Twisp Airport, just a mile out of the city. Many community events are held each year and the airport is continually being upgraded with the support of local volunteers. Events are posted at www.twisp airport.com. Once in the valley, you can enjoy time on some trails, such as the Twisp River Trail for bikers and/or the handicapped-accessible Blackpine Lake Trail.
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Or if you hit Twisp in the summer, relax in the Wagner Memorial Pool in the Twisp Park. To get closer to nature, plan an adventure with Washington Outfitters and Guides Association on one of its horseback, sleigh, wagon, hiking, rafting or fishing trips throughout the year. Trips are listed on www.woga.org. The Methow Wilderness School can teach wildlife tracking, wilderness survival and other trainings either by private class, workshop or seminar out in the great outdoors of the Methow Valley. You can sign up at www.methowwilderness school.com. If your idea of getting close to nature is in sampling local foods, visit the Methow Valley Farmers’ Market at the community center in season and get all sorts of fruits, vegetables, jams and more. For the art enthusiast, there are beautiful works at Confluence Gallery and Art Center on North
Glover Street, where professionals and students show various forms of artwork. The center also holds classes and special events for those wanting to try their hand at a new art form. Schedules are available at www.confluencegallery.com. To catch the latest live theater, hit the Methow Valley Theater or Merc Playhouse, both featuring live performances throughout the year. Upcoming events are listed at www.methowvalleytheater.org and www.mercplayhouse.org. Twisp hosts a Fourth of July celebration, Christmas events and a variety of activities all year.
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Web site: www.townof twisp.com Incorporated: 1909 Elevation: 1,500 feet Population: 985 Location: On state Highway 20, nine miles south of Winthrop, 29 miles west of Okanogan and 31 miles north of Pateros via state Highway 153.
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Scenery and an old-time atmosphere
Winthrop
Whether you’re a historian, outdoor enthusiast or just enjoy getting close to nature, Winthrop holds many charms. The town is known for its Old West design of all buildings in town. The design dates back to a 1972 decision and is upheld by town ordinance. The first white settlers arrived as trappers in the 1800s, some staying permanently after 1883 when dreams of gold mining brought more. Winthrop’s founders came at that time. In 1891, Guy Waring built the two oldest buildings, both of which still stand. One was his home, known as The Castle — now the Shafer Museum — and the other the original Duck Brand Saloon, now town hall. An 1893 fire took out the rest of the town. Winthrop’s board sidewalks lead visitors to gold panning activities, museums, parks, Old West photo studios, putt-putt golf, multiple murals, the oldest legal saloon in Washington and more. Aside from the aesthetics of the town itself, Winthrop is picturesque in its proximity to the North Cascades, surrounded by forests and wilderness. Visitors can enjoy crosscountry skiing, rock climbing, hiking, mountain biking, river rafting, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, golfing, ice skating in winter and sight-seeing. The area also has multiple lodges and resorts where all these activities and more can be found, including a little rest from adventures. For those who like to sleep in the great outdoors, Winthrop also has multiple campgrounds, such as Big Twin Lake Campground and Pearrygin Lake State Park. Want a wilder ride? Rafting trips and other outdoor adventures await. Maybe you’d like to join them on the Ride to Rendezvous on horseback and wagons for a few days, passing through the Methow Valley forests and wilderness like the old-time ‘49ers did. Businesses also offer horseback riding lessons and rentals. Visitors can get a bird’s eye view
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An inviting trail (above) leads the hiker in the Cutthroat Lake area. A rider (top right) sets out on the Ride to Rendezvous. A giant snow blower (right) clears North Cascades Highway near Liberty Bell Mountain. Visitors examine cars at the Winthrop Auto Rallye (below).
of the scenery in a hot air balloon; the annual Winthrop Balloon Roundup is held each March. Winthrop also is a great jumping-off point for hanggliders and paragliders. Multiple scenic drives will also take your breath away on the Chewuch Road to Falls Creek Falls, state Highway 20 up to the North Cascades or nearby Hart’s Pass, the highest point in the state to which you can drive. Winthrop is known for a few of its events, too, such ‘49er Days,
Winthrop Rhythm and Blues Festival, Methow Valley Chamber Music Festival and Christmas at the End of the Road. For schedules and other events, visit www.winthropwashington.com. Web site: www.townofwinthrop.com Incorporated: 1924 Elevation: 1,765 feet Population: 400 Location: In the Methow Valley at the foot of the Cascade Mountains on state Highway 20
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A youngster (above) pulls a fish out of Sidley Lake near Molson. Curlew’s historic Ansorge Hotel is home to a museum.
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Campers can find solitude (top) in the mountains above Mazama. Tug of war (lower) is part of the Chesaw Rodeo.
Friendly locales out in the country Okanogan Country is dotted with unincorporated communities filled with friendly businesses, museums and civic halls. Carlton — On state Highway 153 between Pateros and Twisp, it features a general store/fly fishing shop, restaurant, RV park, cabin rental. Area amenities include fishing, skiing, rafting, hiking and other outdoor activities. Chesaw — On Chesaw Road in the Okanogan Highlands east of Oroville — Myers Creek Road leads east to Republic — features a store, tavern and Buckhorn gold mine. Area amenities include fishing, hunting, snowmobiling and other outdoor activities, Chesaw Fourth of July Rodeo. Curlew — On state Highway 21 north of Republic and about 10 miles south of the U.S.-Canadian border, it features a store, antique car museum, historic bridge, century-old Ansorge Hotel Museum,
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Job Corps camp, Curlew Lake State Park and camping. Area amenities include boating, water sports, hiking, winter sports, Barrel Derby Days and Ansorge Artists Affair. Havillah — On Havillah Road in the Okanogan Highlands, east of Tonasket, it features historic Immanuel Lutheran Church and community-operated Sitzmark Ski Hill. Area amenities include fishing, snowmobiling, cross country and downhill skiing. Loomis — On Loomis-Oroville Road northwest of Tonasket, it features a small business district. Area amenities include fishing at Chopaka, Palmer and other lakes (Many Lakes Area), boating, hunting, camping, winter sports. It’s close to the Nighthawk international border crossing. Malott — On Old Highway 97 between Okanogan and Brewster and close to U.S. Highway 97, it features small business district,
park, grange hall and Malott Improvement Club. Area amenities include fishing, downhill and cross country skiing, hunting, camping. Mazama — On state Highway 20 northwest of Winthrop, it features small business district, lodging, heli-skiing and bike rentals. Area amenities include hiking, biking, camping, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, hot air ballooning. Methow — On state Highway 153 north of Pateros, it features a store and post office. Amenities include river rafting, tree fruit, hiking, winter recreation. Molson — At the intersection of Nine Mile and Molson roads in the Okanogan Highlands east of Oroville, it features small business district and grange hall. Amenities include fishing, winter recreation, ice fishing tournament in February, Old Molson and Molson Schoolhouse Museum.
Rural Communities
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SERVICES AND ATTRACTIONS The following listings are paid advertising
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Morning Glory Balloon Tours Daily flights over the Methow Valley. www.balloonwinthrop.com
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Hidden Treasures • 31580 N. Hwy. 97 509-486-4496
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Calendar from 6 March 2011 TBA Best for Women Fair, Okanogan First weekend Winthrop Balloon Roundup; www.winthropwashing ton.com, 888-463-8469 March 5 Winter Triathlon, Winthrop; www.mvsta.com March 19 Okanogan Alumni Basketball Game, Dawson Gym; 509-422-3770 Third weekend Okanogan
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Brewster 509-689-3215
Twisp 509-997-2026
Oroville 509-476-3902
Republic 509-775-3355
Grand Coulee 509-663-3090
County Spring Fair and Home and Garden Show, Okanogan County Fairgrounds; www.okanogancountyfair.org
April 2011 April 23-24 Conconully Trout Derby, www.conconully.com Note: All dates subject to change; check with group organizers to confirm dates
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Retreat to the Magic of the Mountains
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New Upscale Luxury Lodging • 2 and 3 Bedroom Lodges • Fully Equipped • Satellite TV • High Speed Internet • FREE Local Calls • Washer and Dryer (509) 826-0108 • (888) 805-3337 • 117 “B” AVE., CONCONULLY • WWW.2DEERHAVEN.COM CONCONULLY
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North Fork Lodge Conconully, WA
Fishing • Biking • Birdwatching Spring flowers • Fall foliage Hunting plus winter sports
PO Box 205 1-800-555-1690 • 509-826-1475 www.gibsonsnorthforklodge.com www.OkanoganVacation.com
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CABINS • GUEST RANCHES
LIAR’S COVE RESORT
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1835A Conconully Hwy. • Conconully 509-826-1288 • 1-800-830-1288 www.liarscove.com A variety of lodging options: • The Country Suites • Wilderness Cabins
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Your Peaceful Lakeside Retreat
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Shady Pines Resort on the lower lake West Fork Rd., Conconully www.shadypinesresort.com • 509-826-2287 1-800-552-2287
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Eden Valley Guest Ranch
Affordable Fully Furnished Cabins with Views. Trail Rides, Horse Hotel and Catering in Lodge. Wireless Internet.
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Family Reunions • Retreats • RV Hookups • Hiking Wildlife Viewing • Birding • Perennial Gardens • Fishing • Swimming Star Gazing • Bonfires • Full Horse Facilities for Your Horse or Use Ours The McLaughlins, 474 Cape LaBelle Road, Tonasket, WA Polish Arabians for sale www.canaanguestranch.com 1-866-295-4217 • 509-486-1191
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Spectacle Lake Resort A unique family resort • Groups welcome RV Park • Cabins • Store • Boat Rentals • Play Area • Free Wi-Fi
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Our Savior Lutheran Church 2262 Burton Ave., 509-422-2652 First Presbyterian Church of Omak 9 S. Birch, 509-826-1290 New Hope Chapel Pentecostal Church of God 118 W. Bartlett, 509-422-2402
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Omak Seventh-Day Adventist Church • 425 W. 2nd Ave. Prayer & Praise 9:30 a.m. Prayer & Praise 9:30 a.m. 509-826-1770 • www.omakadventist.org Church 11:30 a.m. Church 11:30 a.m.
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Omak United Methodist Church 130 N. Cedar, corner of Cedar & Bartlett • 509-826-1660
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St. Anne’s Episcopal Church • 639 W. Ridge Dr. 509-826-5815 • www.episcopalomak.org
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Lighthouse Chapel Assembly of God 102 Tower Street • 509-826-4082
Sunday 7 p.m., Wed. Bible Study 7 p.m. Sabbath School 10:20 a.m.
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Stampede Sunday 5 p.m. Evening Service 6:30 Wed. Family Night 6:30
Information — when you need it! The Chronicle offers directory information weekly to help you find the information you need — now! • Church Directory • Business and Service Directory • Health Directory Pick up your copy of The Chronicle or contact us to order a subscription. 618 Okoma Drive, Omak • 509-826-1110 • 800-572-3446 • www.omakchronicle.com www.OkanoganVacation.com
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EMERGENCY • MEDICAL SERVICES ✔ Please see ad on page number listed CITY/TOWN
NAME/ADDRESS/TELEPHONE/FAX
BREWSTER ✔ Brewster Medical Office • 520 West Indian Ave. 509-689-2525. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday. See ad on this page. OKANOGAN
Family Health Centers • 716 1st Ave. S. • 509-422-5700, 800-660-2129 Additional locations: Brewster 509-689-3455. Brewster Dental 509-689-3789. Tonasket 509-486-0114. Okanogan Dental 509-422-6705.
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✔ Omak Clinic • 916 Koala. 509-826-1800 Clinic hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday; 8:30 a.m.-noon Saturday. Lab: 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday-Friday .See ad on inside back cover.
OROVILLE
✔ North Valley Family Medicine • 1617 Main 509-476-3631 Walk-in Clinic: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays. See ad on inside back cover. ✔ Ferry County Memorial Hospital • 36 Klondike Road 509-775-3333, 509-775-3153 Clinic 24-hour Emergency Room. See ad on this page.
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TONASKET ✔ North Valley Family Medicine • 17 S. Western Ave. 509-486-2174 Walk-in Clinic: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays; 8:30 a.m.-noon Saturday. See ad on inside back cover.
BREWSTER
Brewster Medical Office “Hometown care away from home” 520 West Indian Avenue • Brewster • 509-689-2525 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday • 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday Walk-in patients welcome • Se habla espanol • Most insurance plans accepted
“Count on us to care”
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• 24-hour Emergency Service • Acute Care • Rehab Therapy • Clinics
Ferry County Memorial Hospital: 509-775-3333 Republic Clinic: 509-775-3153 • Curlew Clinic: 509-779-4049 • Rehab Therapy: 509-775-8400 36 Klondike Road, Republic
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NAME/ADDRESS/TELEPHONE/FAX ✔ Hammond Collier Wade Livingstone • 83 Copple Road 509-826-5861. See ad on this page.
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OTHER
RACES
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Aug. 12, 2010Aug. 15, 2010
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Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010
RIVERSIDE
✔ Omak Stampede • Eastside Park, P.O. Box 2028, Omak, WA 98841 509-826-1002, 800-933-6625. www.omakstampede.org. See ad on this page. Riverfest • Downtown Riverside 509-826-7161.
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Saturday, June 19, 2010 TONASKET
North Country Car Club 21st Annual Car Show • Registration starts at 8 a.m. Tonasket Rodeo Grounds. Terry: 509-486-2777, Dan: 509-486-2098.
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OKANOGAN ✔ Okanogan Valley Farmers’ Market • Okanogan Legion Park, Saturdays 509-826-1259, Stephanie. See ad on this page.
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Tuesday Market June-October, 3:30 p.m.-7 p.m., Omak Civic League Park Debbie: (509) 826-5845
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✔ Lucky D’s • Downtown Conconully 509-826-2573. See ad on on this page.
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CONCONULLY
Lucky D’s
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✔ Dairy Queen • 611 Omache Drive 509-826-2570. See ad on this page.
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KFC and Taco Bell • 620 Omache Drive 509-826-4414.
DINNER
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✔ Peerless Restaurant and Lounge • 1401 Main 509-476-4585. See ad on page 32.
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✔ Rivers Restaurant at the Pateros Super Stop • 245 Lakeshore Drive 509-923-2200 ext. 103. Please see ad on page 32.
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✔ Tonasket Natural Foods Co-op • 21 W. 4th 509-486-4188. Please see ad on page 32.
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✔ Twisp River Pub • 201 Hwy. 20 509-997-MVBC. Please see ad on page 32.
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Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Dessert • Drinks 509 Bar & Grill just off Hwy. 97 in Okanogan, about 1/4 mile south of the Okanogan Casino, the place to go for great food, drinks and entertainment.
1-509-422-0509 • 1-877-411-0509 OMAK
Open 7 days a week 611 Omache Drive • Omak • 509-826-2570
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Koala Street Grill and Neighborhood Bar
• Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Family Dining Room • 6 a.m.- 9:30 p.m. Daily • 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday • Aussie Bar- 11 a.m.- 9:30 p.m. Banquet Room Seats 50 • Meeting Room Seats 15 • koalastreetgrill.com • Check us out on Next to Best Western and Omak Inn — 1/2 mile north of Wal-Mart on Hwy. 97 • 509-826-6375 • 914 Koala Ave., Omak
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Mickey’s
Cafe opens at 7 a.m. 7 days a week Breakfast served all day Lounge open Tuesday-Sunday Lots of parking in the back!
Restaurant and Lounge
509-826-1401 • 15 N. Main St., Omak
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• Casual and fine dining • Large club atmosphere with live music every Friday and Saturday • Nightly specials featuring local wines and foods
OROVILLE
1401 Main, Oroville • 509-476-4585
PATEROS Casual dining in the area’s newest steak house. Double R Ranch beef • Seafood View of Lake Pateros at the confluence of the mighty Columbia and scenic Methow Rivers Open daily at 6 a.m. • 509-923-2200 ext. 103 • www.paterosriversrestaurant.com
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Indoor Seating . . . Featuring hot food and sandwiches made with natural and organic ingredients
Organic food and produce • Bulk foods • Books • Vitamins • Organic Coffee • Supporting local producers • Wi Fi • Beer and Wine
21 W. 4th, Tonasket • 509-486-4188 • Open seven days
TWISP
Real Food
TWISP RIVER PUB Fresh Brews
Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner and Sunday brunch
Family Atmosphere ~ Riverside Patio & Beer Garden ~ Free wireless internet
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DeLap Orchards & Fruit Stand
CERTIFIED ORGANIC by Washington State Department of Agriculture
blueberries and red & black raspberries
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TWISP CHEVRON FOOD MART
24 HOUR FUELING
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SUB SHOP 997-3181
Featuring Paoli’s Pizzas and Daily Lunch Specials. 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Call ahead and have your lunch ready when you get here!
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Cariboo Inn • 223 Queen St. 509-422-6109.
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Klondike Motel • 150 N. Clark, PO Box 614 509-775-3555, 800-213-2812 ✔ Prospector Inn • 979 S. Clark, PO Box 957 509-775-3361, 888-844-6480. See ad on page 36. Red Apple Inn • 20 S. Whitcomb. (Hwy. 97) 509-486-2119
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COULEE DAM
877-999-0355 • 10 Lincoln Street • Coulee Dam, WA www.columbiariverinn.com • info@columbiariverinn.com • 3 Diamond AAA Motel • Fitness Center and Sauna • Several In-Room Amenities • Corp. and Govt. Rates • Outdoor Pool and Spa • High Speed Fiber Optics Approved
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MOTELS • HOTELS COULEE DAM
OKANOGAN
2 bedroom suites Free wireless Internet
Ponderosa Motor Lodge Clean • Comfortable • Friendly
Newly remodeled • Kitchenettes • Coffee in rooms • Micros/Refrigs • Cable TV • Free HBO • Air conditioning • Senior discount • Pets welcome
1 (800) 732-6702
1034 S. 2nd Ave., Okanogan, WA
The first motel East of Twisp on Hwy. 20
(509) 422-0400
www.ponderosamotorlodge.com
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Motel Nicholas • High Speed Internet • Refrigerator, Microwave and Coffee Maker • HBO and Cable TV • Air Conditioning • Senior Discounts • Smoking Rooms Available 509-826-4611 • Fax 509-826-2402 527 East Grape, Omak, WA • www.motelnicholas.com
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MOTELS • HOTELS OMAK
Omak Inn Omak, Washington
HIGH SPEED INTERNET • MICROWAVES and REFRIGERATORS • INDOOR POOL and SPA Conveniently located off Highway 97 in beautiful Omak
(509) 826-3822 1-800-204-4800
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912 Koala Dr. • Omak • www.omakinnwa.com
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Stampede Motel
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215 W. 4th Ave., Omak • 509-826-1161 • 800-639-1161
REPUBLIC Your home away from home!
979 S. Clark • Republic (509) 775-3361 • 1 (888) 844-6480
• Continental Breakfast • Jacuzzi • Conference Center • FREE Wireless Internet •King Suites www.theprospectorinn.com
MUSEUMS ✔ Please see ad on page number listed CITY/TOWN
NAME/ADDRESS/TELEPHONE/FAX
COULEE DAM
Colville Tribal Museum and Gift Shop • 512 Mead Way • Call for hours of operation, 509-633-0751. Email: ctmuseum@couleedam.net Newly renovated museum and exhibits featuring 12 Colville Confederated Tribes. Gift shop with locally crafted items.
MOLSON
✔ Old Molson Outdoor Museum; Molson School Museum • Molson • Schoolhouse: Memorial Day-Labor Day, Outdoor: April-November. 509-485-3292. Experience some of Okanogan County’s early history. See ad on page 37.
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✔ Okanogan County Historical Museum • 1410 2nd Ave. • Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, 7 days a week. 509-422-4272. Visit our award-winning museum. ochs@ncidata.com. See ad on page 37.
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✔ Okanogan Borderlands Historical Society and Depot Museum • 1210 Ironwood • May 2-Sept. 12. 509-476-2739. Old depot, railroad and fruit label display, McDonald Cabin. See ad on page 37.
Okanogan County History Two great books filled with great pictures and fun information.
On Sale $25 ea.
While supplies last. Limited to stock on hand. Offer good through June 2010. Regular price $39.95. 618 Okoma Drive, Omak • 509-826-1110 • 800-572-3446 www.omakchronicle.com
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MUSEUMS MOLSON
Visit the Molson Museums Enjoy a scenic drive and experience some of Okanogan County’s early history.
Molson Schoolhouse Museum
Old Molson Ghost Town Museum
Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Many floors of memorabilia.
Open daylight hours April through November Nearly five acres of historic townsite with full-scale buildings and exhibits.
For information telephone (509) 485-3292 or email a volunteer at info@edenvalleyranch.net
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Visit our award-winning Okanogan County Historical Museum
Open 7 days a week Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Air Conditioned (509) 422-4272 1410 2nd Ave., Okanogan ochs@ncidata.com Now hosting the Oroville Visitor Information Center
Visit our museums in 2010. See our new exhibits, Find out about our ‘Gossip’ Tours.
Old Depot Museum Open May 1-September 11
1210 Ironwood Oroville, WA 509-476-2739 E-Mail: info@borderlandshistory.com Website: borderlandshistory.com
You will find vacation, relocation, economic development and community information. Also local and state maps, brochures, history, camping and RV information, hotels, motels, directions and much, much more.
OKANOGAN
RELOADING SUPPLIES
COINS
NAME/ADDRESS/TELEPHONE/FAX ✔ Neal’s Gun and Pawn, LLC • 105 W. Oak St. 509-422-4123. See ad on this page.
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CARDS/BALLOONS
NAME/ADDRESS/TELEPHONE/FAX ✔ Gross Drug • 2520 Foster Creek Ave. 509-686-5191, 877-554-DRUG (3784). See ad on this page.
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REAL ESTATE ✔ Please see ad on page number listed CITY/TOWN
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✔ All Points Realty • PO Box 3850 509-826-1225 • allpointsbillie@hotmail.com Billie Holden, Broker/Owner. See ad on this page.
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✔ ReMax Welcome Home • 215 N. Main, 509-826-5555 • www.Remax.com Monica Giovacchini, Broker. Kory Heindselman, Robert Butler, Associates. See ad on page 39.
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✔ Windermere Real Estate/Methow Valley • Omak/Okanogan branch: 540 Riverside Drive. 509-826-5906 Robert Monetta, Broker. See ad on page 39.
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ReMax Lake and Country • 1510 Main 509-476-4444 • www.remaxlakeandcountry.net • Cindy DeVon, Broker.
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✔ Desert Lake Realty • 65 N. Clark Ave. • 509-775-2400, 877-240-7464. www.dirt-cheap-dirt.com. Ric Gerig, owner/broker. Dana Gerig, owner/agent, David Watson, assoc. broker, Rodney Cain, agent. See ad on page 39.
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✔ Century 21 Exclusively • Tonasket • Email: windyma@bossig.com. 509-486-4373. Cell: 509-322-4875 • Howard Syria, Broker. Mary Alice Robinson, Agent. See ad on page 39.
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Okanogan Properties, LLC • 317 Whitcomb Ave. S., P.O. Box 1378 509-486-0507 • Tami Tatom, Broker. Pam Criswell, Associate. ✔ Upper Valley Realty • 415B S. Whitcomb Ave. 509-486-2295. www.uppervalleyrealty.com. Email: dbrothers@ncidata.com. Dennis Brothers, Broker. See ad on page 40.
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Real estate sales and service for buyers and sellers. PO Box 3850, Omak, WA 98841 • (509) 826-1225 allpointsbillie@hotmail.com
Over 40 years in beautiful Okanogan Country with 18 years in real estate.
Billie Holden, Owner/Broker
Find the perfect home — we’ll help! Check out The Chronicle’s classifieds for local real estate agencies and listings. Page 38 – Okanogan Country Vacationland 2010-2011
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65 N. Clark Ave. Republic, WA 99166 877-240-7464 or 509-775-2400 www.dirt-cheap-dirt.com
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215 Main St. N. PO Box 4370 Omak,WA 98841 Monica Giovacchini Broker
Kory Heindselman Associate
Bob Butler Associate
509-826-5906 540 Riverside Dr., Omak Email: omak@windermere.com www.windermereomak.com
Ric Gerig Daria Gerig Owner/Broker Owner/Agent
David Watson Assoc. Broker
Rodney Cain Agent
TONASKET
A Gem of a Find (Chesaw aka Okanogan Highlands) Like new triple wide, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bath, 2 decks, new roof, 2 wells, 2 car insulated garage and shop. Beautiful park-like yard with creek running through all parcels with 5 bridges. Seven stall barn with 35-ton hay storage. 21 miles to Oroville, adjoins county road. Greenhouse with overhead sprinkler system. 57.82 acres. $482,225 • Tonasket-Oroville Area • Great views within 1/2 mile of Hwy. 97 on paved county road. Fantastic building sites with views of river, mountains and meadows. Road runs through entire property. 20 acres at $65,000.
Exclusively www.OkanoganVacation.com
• Chesaw Area • Well treed, great spot for a solar home, good access, 2 springs, close to national forest. 2 20-acre parcels. $34,500 each.
Mary Alice Robinson, Agent in the North County area. windyma@bossig.com 509-486-4373; cell 509-322-4875 • Howard Syria, Broker Okanogan Country Vacationland 2010-2011 – Page 39
REAL ESTATE TONASKET
Upper Valley Realty, LLC 415B S. Whitcomb, Tonasket 509-486-2295
www.uppervalleyrealty.net email: dbrothers@ncidata.com Dennis Brothers, Broker; Dale Duchow and Tina Holan, Sales Associates
✔ Okanogan County Fairgrounds RV Park and Horse Stalls • Hwy. 97, 2 miles north of Okanogan Bingo-Casino, 509-422-1621. See ad on this page.
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✔ Winchester’s RV Park and Campground • 8 West Curlew Lake Round 509-775-1039. www.winchesterrvpark.com. See ad on this page.
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✔ Spectacle Lake Resort 10 McCammon Rd. 509-223-3433. See ad on page 26. ✔ Riverbend RV Park • 19961 Hwy. 20 509-997-3500. See ad on page 41.
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63rd Annual Okanogan County Fair Sept. 9-12, 2010 www.okanogancountyfair.org Just off Hwy. 97, two miles north of Okanogan 509-422-1621
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Winchester’s RV Park and Campground Open Year Around 33 Full Hook-Up Sites, Unlimited Tent Sites, All Well-Groomed www.winchesterrvpark.com • relaxing@winchesterrvpark.com 8 West Curlew Lake Road • Republic, WA • 509-775-1039
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RV PARKS • CAMPGROUNDS TWISP
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QUIET, RELAXING, BIG RIG FRIENDLY 19961 Hwy. 20 • Twisp, WA 98856 • 6 miles south of Winthrop 1 (800) 686-4498/(509) 997-3500 reservations@riverbendrv.com • www.riverbendrv.com
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Open 8 a.m.- 8 p.m. A family tradition since 1900 www.OkanoganVacation.com
711 S. Clark • Republic • 509-775-3378 Okanogan Country Vacationland 2010-2011 – Page 41
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Loup Loup Ski Area • Hwy 20 between Omak and Twisp PO Box 768 Okanogan, WA 98840 • 509-557-3401.
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Alpine Veterinary Clinic 741 Riverside Drive, Omak • 509-826-5882 “Quality care for large and small animals since 1977”
Al Camp/The Chronicle
A father and daughter hike in to a fishing hole. Page 42 – Okanogan Country Vacationland 2010-2011
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Water pours over Falls Creek Falls in the Chewuch Valley. www.OkanoganVacation.com
VISITOR INFORMATION CITY/TOWN BREWSTER BRIDGEPORT
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✔ Conconully Chamber of Commerce • 315 Main 877-826-9050. www.conconully.com. See ad on page 44.
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✔ Grand Coulee Dam Area Chamber of Commerce • In City Hall, Midway Ave. 509-633-3074. www.grandcouleedam.org. See ad on page 45.
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✔ City of Okanogan • 120 3rd Ave. N. 509-422-3600. See ad on page 48.
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✔ Okanogan Chamber of Commerce • P.O. Box 1125 www.okanoganchamber.com. See ad on page 48.
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✔ Okanogan County Tourism Council • 888-431-3080. www.OkanoganCountry.com. See ad on page 45.
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✔ City of Omak • 2 N. Ash St. 509-826-1170. www.omakcity.com. See ad on page 50.
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✔ Omak Chamber of Commerce • 401 Omak Ave. 509-826-1880, 800-225-6625. www.omakchamber.com. See ad on page 51.
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✔ Omak Visitor Information Center • 401 Omak Ave. 509-826-4218, 800-225-6625. omakvic@northcascades.net. See ad on page 45.
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✔ Oroville Chamber of Commerce • PO Box 2140 509-476-2739. www.orovillewashington.com; orovillewashington@gmail.com. See ad on page 46.
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✔ Pateros Chamber of Commerce • 113 Lakeshore Drive 509-923-2687. See ad on page 47.
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✔ City of Republic • 987 S. Clark Ave. 509-775-3216. See ad on page 46.
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✔ Republic Chamber of Commerce/Regional Visitors and Convention Bureau • 979 S. Clark Ave. 509-775-3387. www.republicwa.com. See ad on page 52. ✔ Tonasket Chamber of Commerce • 215 S. Whitcomb, PO Box 523 509-486-4429. www.tonasketchamber.com. See ad on page 53.
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WINERIES • BREWERIES Experience the Beauty of North Central Washington
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With a FREE Ag-Tourism Driving Map! • Fruit Stands • Wineries • Festivals and Events
Cascade Foothills Farmland Association www.visitwashingtonfarms.com • info@visitwashingtonfarms.com P.O. Box 462, Peshastin, WA 98847 • 509-433-1054
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HANDCRAFTED WINES GROWN IN WASHINGTON STATE’S OKANOGAN VALLEY
SUMMER WINE TASTING 12-5 daily or by appointment
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Sponsored by the Conconully Chamber. For a list of events go to:
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Omak V isitor Information Center “The best little information center in the west!” Gift Shop • Souvenirs • Local Products We can provide you information on everything there is to do in the Beautiful Okanogan Country! Open summers 7 days a week. Winters: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Located at Omak East Side Park (Near the Stampede Grounds) 401 Omak Ave., Omak, WA 98841
1-800-225-6625 or 509-826-4218 Email: omakvic@northcascades.net www.OkanoganVacation.com
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Oroville Chamber of Commerce
OROVILLE
Northern Gateway to the Okanogan Trails Scenic Byway and the Columbia River Water Trail http:\\orovillewashington.com
2010 Calendar of Events Feb. 13 May 8 May 8 May 15 May 23-25 July 4
6th Annual Northwest Ice Fishing Festival 76th Annual May Festival Chamber Barbecue 8th Annual Run for the Border Watchable Wildlife Weekend Chesaw Family Rodeo
July 4 July 24 Aug. 14-15 Sept. 3-5 Oct. 29 Dec. 4
Fireworks at Deep Bay Park Annual Heritage and Airport Days CAN-AM Hydroplane Races Annual Rendezvous Rhythm and Blues Festival Annual Trick or Treat & Costume Contest Christmas Tree Lighting & Caroling
Oroville Visitor WELCOME Center Now located at the Oroville Depot Museum 1210 Ironwood Street • 509-476-2739 REPUBLIC
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• Enjoy year round outdoor recreation • Discover Stonerose fossil site where you can participate in a fossil dig and keep a souvenir • Modern hotels, excellent dining and unique shops • See schedule of events on page 52.
987 S. Clark Avenue, Republic (509) 775-3216 • cor@rcabletv.com
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You Could Be Here Brewster Chamber of Commerce www.brewsterchamber.org • 509-689-3464 July: Bonanza Days 4th of July Celebration August: 5th Annual Budweiser/Lowrance King Salmon Derby December: Christmas on the Columbia
Pateros Chamber of Commerce www.pateros.org • 509-923-2571 May: Pateros Days • Business Appreciation • Safety Day • City-Wide Garage Sale July: Apple Pie Jamboree • Dragon Boat Races August: Hydro Races December: Christmas at the Confluence
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Come join us in Okanogan for quality shopping and a friendly downtown experience. In Legion Park, you can visit the Farmer’s Market from late spring through fall. Okanogan is proud to host this Saturday market, where neighbors can visit and buy local fresh produce, baked goods and handmade items. Free Hi-Fi wireless internet also available. Our historic downtown offers the finest in unique shopping and dining. For shoppers we offer everything from Western wear to fine furniture to one-of-a-kind gifts. Stop and eat at our restaurants, or grab an espresso or ice cream cone and admire our Frank Matsura murals as you walk through our friendly historic downtown. Travel into the past as the Okanogan Historical Museum showcases the history of Okanogan County, including the famous Frank Matsura photos. Stroll over to the Fire Hall Museum, an exact replica of the original 1910 building, and see the antique fire equipment. Enjoy the museums’ beautiful, shaded setting of Legion Park, where you can camp for the night.
So, come visit the City of Okanogan and enjoy the many activities available. We’re sure you’ll want to visit again!
City Hall 509-422-3600 • Sports Complex 509-422-3600 Museum 509-422-4272 (Visitor Information Center)
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The City of Okanogan boasts a variety of activities to interest everyone. Whether you live in Okanogan County or are just visiting, Okanogan is the place to stop!
Bridge back in time to historical downtown Okanogan
Sunny Okanogan Okanogan Events for 2010: • Farmers’ Market — May to October • Okanogan Days — First Saturday in June • Okanogan County Fair — Second weekend in September
• Harvest Festival & Autumn Leaf Run — Saturday, Oct. 9 • Get Lit in Okanogan — Friday after Thanksgiving
Okanogan Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center located at the Harvest Fest
Okanogan County Historical Museum
P.O. Box 1125, Okanogan, WA 98841 www.okanoganchamber.com okchamber@communitynet.org Get Lit in Okanogan
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Gateway to Adventure in Frontier Country Calendar of Events: January: Winterfest April: Stonerose Art Auction and Membership Dig May: Season Opens- Stonerose Fossil Center, Ansorge Hotel Museum, Husky Antique Car & Truck Museum, Ferry County Historical Museum, Eagle Track Raceway, Eureka Shoot June: Barrel Derby Days, Prospector Days, Republic Motorcycle Rally, Pioneer Art Camp, Prospector Shoot, Car and Truck Museum Swap Meet July: Curlew Lake Fireworks, Inchelium Days, NW Firefighters Motorcycle Rally August: Mt. Music Festival, Shakespearean Play, Wings Over Republic Fly-in, Memorial Shoot September: Swan Lake Mt. Bike Festival, Honky Tonk Petanque Tournament, Ferry County Fair October: Duck Derby & Chili Feed November: Backcountry Horsemen Harvest Dance
www.ferrycounty.com for event dates! Republic (Area) Chamber of Commerce 65 N. Clark Ave., Republic 509-775-2704 www.republicchamber.org • email info@republicchamber.org
Republic Regional Visitors and Convention Bureau 979 South Clark Ave., Republic • 509-775-3387 rrvcb@rcabletv.com • www.republicwa.com
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• Car Show, June 19 and 20 • Chesaw Rodeo, July 4 • Okanogan River Garlic Festival, Aug. 27 and 28 • Demolition Derby, Sept. 5 • Winterfest, Dec. 3
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PO Box 523,Tonasket,WA 98855 • 509-486-4429 • info@tonasketchamber.com
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Republic sweeps distance races
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Oroville track meet produces top times By Al Camp The Chronicle
North Sound responded with a 24-yard touchdown pass in the first quarter. Justin Koepke blocked the extra point kick. He finished with two sacks, too. In the second quarter, Carter Coates (2-28) caught a 42-yard touchdown pass. A faked extra point led to a two-point conversion pass from Ian Ashley (15-24, 179, 2 TD, 1 INT) to Taylor Horner (3-25) put the Commandos in front 15-6 at the half. After no one scored in the third quarter, Shawn Townsend (5-106) rambled over the middle and caught an Ashley pass. He got a big block from Coates and scooted for a 65yard touchdown.
OROVILLE – Republic swept the Top 3 finishes in the 1,600- and 3,200-meter runs at the Hornets Invitational track meet March 20. Nik Michel led the way winning the 1,600 in four minutes, 38.0-1 seconds. He won the 3,200 in 10:38.58. Soap Lake’s 4x100 relay team finished first in 44.94, Michel which is the best in the state for 2B athletes. The team included David Coreas, Cody Foster, Brian Williams and Billy Overall. Okanogan’s team finished second in 46.57, the sixth best for 1A schools. The team included Jovan Lopez, Enver Figueroa, Jerid Peterson and Connor Tupling. Lopez is 10th best in the state in the 300-meter hurdles in 45.27. Omak’s Rachael Kraske won the 400 in 1:04.73, which is fourth best in the state so far. She is 10th in the 1,600 at 6:01.31. Lake Roosevelt’s Kim Barry is seventh in the 3,200 in 13;11.49 and tied for sixth in the pole vault at 7-6. Chelan’s Sarah Waszkewitz won the javelin at 125-1, which is the best mark in the state. Okanogan’s Jameka Townsend was second at 112-4, which is third best in the state. Boys team scores: 1, Republic 84. 2, Cascade 80. 3, Okanogan 74. 4, Chelan 49. 5, Soap Lake 44. 6, Omak 42. 7, Curlew 34. 8, Tonasket 30. 9, Lake Roosevelt 23. 10-11, Bridgeport and Waterville 16. 12, Oroville 15. 13, Pateros 10. 14, Manson 3. 100 – 1, Matt Peterson, Chelan, 11.79. 200 – 1, C.J. Lockwood, Omak, 25.22. 400 – 1, Mark Blank, Republic, 56.27. 800 – 1, Victor Hernandez, Bridgeport, 2:16.87. 1,600 – 1, Nik Michel, Republic, 4:38.01. 3,200 – Michel, 10:38.58. 110 hurdles – 1, Ryan Rosenau, Cascade, 16.05. 300 hurdles – 1, Rosenau, 44.35. 4x100 relay – 1, Soap Lake, 44.94. 4x400 relay – 1, Republic, 3:50.29. Shot put – 1, Connor Tupling, Okanogan, 39-10. Discus – 1, Cody Foster, Soap Lake, 110-06. Javelin – 1, Matt Pittsinger, Chelan, 152-03. High jump – 1, Joseph LaGrou, Omak, 5-10. Pole vault – 1, DJ. LaPlante, Lake Roosevelt, 8-6. Long jump – 1, Mason Minter, Okanogan, 18-9. Triple jump – 1, LaGrou, Omak, 38-7. Girls team scores: 1, Cascade 88.5. 2, Okanogan 81. 3, Chelan 57. 4, Republic 56. 5, Omak 53.5. 6, Curlew 51.5. 7, Oroville 42.5. 8, Pateros 36. 9, Lake Roosevelt 32. 10, Bridgeport 29. 11, Tonasket 10. 12, Northport 8. 13, Waterville 5. 14, Manson 4.
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Taylor scores in NCAA tournament A benefit spaghetti feed and auction will still be held to assist an Omak graduate despite her husband passing away March 17. Items continue to be sought for the auction to help Jill Allen (Sewell) help pay expenses associated with her husband, Eric, whose severalyear battle with a brain tumor depleted the couple’s finances. Jill was at his side when Eric, 43, passed away last Wednesday. Eric was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor in September 2001, a little more than a year after Allen the couple’s marriage. The benefit is planned for 5 p.m. Saturday, May 1, at Okanogan Eagles Aerie No. 3004, 1820 Second Ave. N. He was a popular football coach and teacher at Lincoln High School and Olympic in Silverdale. Jill is attending the University of Washington MEDEX physician’s assistant master’s degree program. She’s promised Eric that no matter what, she will finish the program, her mother Mary Daley (Sewell) said. ◆◆◆◆◆ Michael Taylor, Brewster, scored two points for University of Montana in its 62-57 loss to New Mexico in the first round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament March 19. Taylor also played for the Grizzlies in Taylor their improbable 66-65 win over Weber State to win the Big Sky Conference championship March 10 and earn a berth to the national tournament. Taylor, a three-sport start for the Bears, averaged 4.2 points a game while playing in 29 of Montana’s 32 games this season. In the March Madness opener, the 6-4 junior guard went 1-for-3 from the field and was 0-for-2 shooting free throws for the Grizzlies. He was the state class 1A player of the year in 2006 before playing at Eastern Washington University. Taylor was a redshirt in the 2007-2008 season under NCAA transfer rules after moving to Missoula, Mont. He is the son of Tim and Sonya Taylor. An international business major, Taylor said his career goal is to “work on a family farm.” ◆◆◆◆◆ Cierra Silverthorn, Tonasket, came off the bench to score four points for the Walla Walla Community College women’s basketball team in its 75-73 win over Yakima in the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges tournament March 9 in Kennewick. The 5-7 Silverthorn went 1-4 on field goals and pulled down two rebounds in 9:30 of play. She produced 11 points (3-6 fg, 2-3 3pt) and two rebounds in the tournament opener, a 71-58 thumping of Umpqua on March 6. In the quarterfinals, Silverthorn finished with six
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Commando Ryan Cate picks up yardage against the North Sound Sting in Okanogan’s 25-20 win March 20.
Commandos swat Sting Late rally makes for close game By Al Camp The Chronicle OAK HARBOR – The Okanogan County Commandos minor league football team started relaxing a little too soon in its game with the North Sound Sting last Saturday. The Commandos hung on for a 25-20 win to open play in the Washington Football League on March 20. After all, the Commandos were leading 25-6 with four minutes to go in a game where they could have been ahead by two more touchdowns. The Sting, behind their
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I was getting, I should not say agitated, I was getting a little nervous. Coach Malcolm Townsend
scrambling quarterback, stung the Commandos with a quick touchdown and then another fast score after recovering an onside kick. “We were expecting an onside kick,” coach Malcolm Townsend said. “The ball was lopped over the top of our nine guys up front and the two guys
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in back could not get to it.” Townsend made sure that someone got to the ball on the second onside kick try before his team picked up a first down and ran out the clock. The Commandos struck first with Ryan Cate (23-128) running 16 yards and Andy Clark kicking the extra point for a 7-0 lead.
Omak softball smacks tourney foes By Al Camp The Chronicle HANFORD – The Omak High School fastpitch team took first place at the Tri-Cities Prep tournament March 20 at Hanford High School. The Pioneers and Cashmere both went 3-0, but the Pioneers were awarded the trophy because they scored more runs 43-32 than the Bulldogs. Coach Rick Duck said he was very impressed that his team won the sportsmanship trophy, too. “The team that wins a tournament usually does not win the sportsmanship trophy, too,” he said. “That was real cool.” Shirlee Ramos showed she will be a workhorse this season, pitching in the three games. “Shirlee threw strikes every game, giving us a chance to play defense,” Duck said. Omak finished with 39 hits in the three games. The Pioneers opened with a 12-1 win over Dayton in five innings.
Ramos went the distance, striking out two and giving up only two hits. Hannah Thomason went 3-4 with two triples and 6 RBIs. Ramsi Marchand was 2-4 and Ramos 2-4. Omak topped Dayton 15-1 in five innings in the second game as Ramos gave up five hits while striking out three. Leicie Ables went 3-4, Marcy Harris 2-4, Thomason 2-4, Marchand 2-4, Ramos 2-4, Mariah Morris 2-4, Kamille Sachse 4 RBIs. Omak secured a trophy with a 16-0 blasting of host Tri-Cities Prep, which was limited to two hits. Ramos pitched the first four innings followed by Morris for the final inning. Ables went 2-3, 3 RBIs, Thomason 2-4 with a double, Marchand 2-2, 2 RBIs, 2 walks, Ramos 3-4 with a double and Kristin Roberts 2-2 with 2 RBIs. Omak opens league play with a doubleheader against Brewster on Saturday, March 27, at home.
Debbie Harris
Omak High School’s fastpitch team celebrates victory in Kennewick. The team included (front row, from left) assistant coach Mike Ables, Kristin Roberts, Ramsi Marchand, Shirlee Ramos, Marcy Harris, Brooklyn Velasco, (back ) Hannah Thomason, Leicie Ables, Mariah Morris, assistant coach Pat Harris, Taylor Nicholson, Tara Bleau, Kendra Aleck, coach Rick Duck, Kamille Sachse, Jenna Henderson and Hailey Hauso.
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Museums • Ansorge Hotel Museum, Ferry Street, Curlew. Furnished as it was in its heyday in the early 20th century. 509779-4961. • Antique Car and Truck Museum, three miles south of Curlew on state Highway 21. Antique cars, machinery, blacksmith shop. 509-779-4961, 509775-3521. • Bruce and Merilynn Wilson Research Center, 1410 N. Second Ave., Okanogan. Houses reference materials and historical documents of the Okanogan County Historical Society and Okanogan County Genealogical Society. 509422-4272. • Colville Tribal Museum and Gift Shop, 512 Mead Way, Coulee Dam. Exhibits of tribal history and artifacts. 509633-0751. • Conconully Museum, Lottie Avenue next to Conconully post office. Historical artifacts. 509-422-4272. • Ferry County Historical Center, 15-2 N. Kean St., Republic. Features an extensive collection of Republic's historic photographs. 509-779-4412. • Fort Okanogan Interpretive Center, off state Highway 17, Brewster. Overlooks Columbia River and site of the fur-trading fort, one of the first non-Indian settlements in Washington. 509-9232473. • Molson School Museum, Molson Road, Molson. Features early day school and household artifacts. 509-485-3292. • Old Molson "ghost town," Molson Road, Molson. Old Molson town is one of the best-preserved authentic ghost towns in the Northwest; showcases an array of pioneer-era farm implements. 509-4853292. • Okanogan County Historical Museum, 1410 N. Second Ave., Okanogan. Includes old-fashioned main street display, apple industry history display, farm implements and a settler's cabin. 509-422-4272. • Okanogan Fire Hall Museum, 1410 N. Second Ave., Okanogan. Replica of historic Okanogan Fire Hall. Located in Okanogan's Legion Park, adjacent to Okanogan County Historical Museum and Wilson Research Center. 509-422-4272. • Old Customs House, Oroville. Displays in 1896 Customs House. 509476-2570 or 509-476-2303. • Old Oroville Depot, 1210 Ironwood St., Oroville. Historical displays. 509-476-2570 or 509-476-2303. • Shafer Museum, 285 Castle Ave., Winthrop. Early day cabin, outdoor exhibits. 509-996-2712. • Stonerose Interpretive Center and Eocene Fossil Site, 15-1 Kean St., Republic. Dig for fossils of plants, insects and fish in a 50-million-year-old historic lakebed that filled with volcanic ash and sediment. 509-775-2295.
INDEX OF SERVICES AND ATTRACTIONS Adventures, Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Antiques, Collectables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Art Galleries, Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Automotive Services, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 ATVs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Building Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Cabins, Guest Ranches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Casinos, Gaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Churches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Emergency, Medical Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Engineering, Testing and Inspecting . . . . . . . . . . 28 Fairs, Festivals, Events, Rodeos . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Farmers’ Markets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Food, Drink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Fruit Stands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Fuel, Quick Stops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Motels, Hotels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Museums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Pawn and Gun Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 RV Parks and Campgrounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Ski Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Veternarian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Visitor Information Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Wineries, Breweries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
INDEX OF PAID AVERTISERS Loup Loup Hwy. Loup Loup Ski Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 North Central Washington Cascade Foothills Farmlands Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 43, 44 Brewster Brewster Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . 43, 47 Brewster Church of Christ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Brewster Marketplace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Brewster Medical Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Grover’s Building Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Bridgeport Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Gross Drug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Nell’s Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Conconully Conconully Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . 43, 44 Conconully Community United Methodist Church . 27 Conconully Lake Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Deer Haven Lodges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Gibson’s North Fork Lodge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Liar’s Cove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Lucky D’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Shady Pines Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Tamarack Saloon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Coulee Dam Columbia River Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Colville Tribal Museum and Gift Shop . . . . . . . . . . 36 Coulee Dam Casino & Coyote Cafe . . 27, back cover Shaw’s Fruit and Produce. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Curlew Curlew Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Grand Coulee Grand Coulee Center Lodge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 35 Grand Coulee Dam Area Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 45 Malott Bunny Laine Fruit Co.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 DeLap Orchards and Fruit Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Manson Mill Bay Casino . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27, back cover Molson Eden Valley Guest Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25, 26 Molson Museums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36, 37 Okanogan Autumn Leaf Run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Cariboo Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 34 City of Okanogan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 48 Family Health Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 509 Bar and Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Neal’s Gun and Pawn, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Okanogan Bingo Casino . . . . . . . . . . 25, back cover Okanogan Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . 43, 48 Okanogan Church of Christ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Okanogan County Fairgrounds . . . . . . . . . 29, 40, 41 Okanogan County Historical Museum . . . . . . . 36, 37 Okanogan County Tourism Council . . . . . . . . . 43, 45 Okanogan Valley Alliance Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Okanogan Valley Farmers Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Our Savior Lutheran Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Ponderosa Motor Lodge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 35 Rawson’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41, inside front cover Xtreme Power Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Omak All Points Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Alpine Veterinary Clinic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Best Western Peppertree Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 35 City of Omak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 50 Corner Shelf, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Dairy Queen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 First Presbyterian Church of Omak. . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Hammond Collier Wade Livingstone . . . . . . . . . . . 28 KFC and Taco Bell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Koala Street Grill and Neighborhood Bar . . . . . . . 31 Les Schwab Tire Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Magoo’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Mickey’s Restaurant and Lounge . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Motel Nicholas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 35 New Hope Chapel Pentecostal Church of God . . . 27 Okanogan Valley Farmers Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Omak Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 51 Omak Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, inside back cover Omak Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 36 Omak Seventh-Day Adventist Church . . . . . . . . . . 27 Omak Stampede . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Omak United Methodist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Omak Visitor Information Center . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 45 Pepsi-Cola of Omak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Remax Welcome Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 39 Shell-Omak and Taco Time Express . . . . . . . . 33, 34 St. Anne’s Episcopal Church. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Stampede Motel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 36 Windermere Real Estate/Omak . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 39 Oroville Alpine Brewing Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 44 Esther Bricques Winery and Vineyard, LLC. . . 43, 44 North Valley Family Medicine . . 28, inside back cover Okanogan Borderlands Historical Society and Depot Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36, 37
Okanogan Estate and Vineyards Wine and Gift Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Oroville Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 46 Remax Lake and Country. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Peerless Restaurant and Lounge . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Pateros Pateros Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 47 Rivers Restaurant at Pateros Super Stop . . . . 31, 32 Republic Anderson’s Grocery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 City of Republic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 46 Desert Lake Realty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 39 Ferry County Memorial Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 K Diamond K Guest Ranch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25, 26 Klondike Motel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Les Schwab Tire Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Prospector Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 36 Republic Chamber of Commerce/Regional Visitors and Convention Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 52 Winchester’s RV Park and Campground . . . . . . . . 40 Riverside Lighthouse Chapel Assembly of God . . . . . . . . . . 27 Riverfest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Tonasket Canaan Guest Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25, 26 Century 21 Exclusively . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 39 Community Cultural Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Hidden Treasures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 North Country Car Club Car Show . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 North Valley Family Medicine . . 28, inside back cover Oberg Brothers Ranch Homestead Vacations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25, 26 Okanogan Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Okanogan River Garlic Festival. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Red Apple Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Spectacle Lake Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25, 26, 40 Tonasket Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . 43, 53 Tonasket Farmers’ Market. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Tonasket Natural Foods Co-op . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 32 Upper Valley Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 40 Twisp Riverbend RV Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40, 41 Twisp Chevron/Sub Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 34 Twisp River Pub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 32 Winthrop Methow Cycle and Sport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Morning Glory Balloon Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22