Thursday, August 30, 2012

Rodeo Time

This Saturday and Sunday is the 41st annual Methow Valley Labor Day Rodeo.  A $6,000 jackpot awaits the winners in ranch saddle bronc, bull riding, barrel racing, saddle bronc riding, ranch rodeo events and much more.  The fun begins each day at 1 PM.  Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for kids 7-12 and free for children 6 and under.  The rodeo grounds are located on Twin Lakes Road between Winthrop and Twisp.  Let 'er buck!

Monday, August 20, 2012

Covington Cellars/Two Vintners

This Saturday night Morgan Lee, the owner and winemaker, of Covington Cellars/Two Vintners from Woodinville, WA will be in The Sun Mountain Lodge Dining Room from 5:30 to 8pm pouring some of his finest wines.  Call to make reservations at 509 996 4707.

Thursday, August 16, 2012

Interesting Weekend Activities in the Methow Valley

This weekend is the first Mazama Festival of Books at the Mazama Community Center.  Nine guest authors will pair up with hosts Katherine Lanpher or Lauren Cerand for on hour conversations about life, inspiration and work.  There will be three sessions:  Saturday morning and afternoon and Sunday morning.  Each session is $5.  And in Twisp, the 10th Heart of the Methow Powwow will take place beginning on Friday at 7pm and running through Sunday afternoon in the Twisp Park.  This celebration of reconciliation will feature dancing, drumming, feasting and a talk circle.

Thursday, August 2, 2012

Special Needs Travel Mom on Sun Mountain Lodge

Karin Sheets writes Special Needs Travel Mom.  Linked here is an article she wrote about her family's recent horseback riding experience at Sun Mountain Lodge: