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A supplement to The Leavenworth Echo Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009

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3 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Contents Herzlich Willkommen Welcome to Leavenworth. We are pleased that you are visit- Welcome...... 4 ing with us. Our community has embarked on some wonderful and exciting improvements for our residents and visitors, while Leavenworth FAQs...... 5 maintaining the beauty and charm that is Leavenworth. During Next stop, Leavenworth...... 6 your visit you will notice ongoing improvements to downtown Leavenworth that include the replacement of our roads, side- The History of Leavenworth.7 walks, public spaces, street lighting and downtown amenities. The Magic of Leavenworth... 9 This is a truly exciting time for our community, and I invite you to learn more about our project at www.cityofleavenworth.com/ Festivals...... 10 masterplan.htm Leavenworth is a city accustomed to visitors from all over the Valley Arts...... 15 world. Cradled in the eastern foothills of the Cascade Mountains, Family Fun...... 18 Leavenworth’s scenic beauty offers each visitor a truly unique experience. Enjoying all four seasons. There are activities for all throughout the year, including golfing, horseback riding, Outdoors...... 21 hayrides, tubing, white water rafting, kayaking, birding, indoor/outdoor theaters, hiking, enjoying the autumn colors of the surrounding mountains and parks, snowshoeing, cross- Camping...... 24 country skiing, snowmobiling and downhill skiing. Ag Tourism...... 26 On most days Leavenworth’s world famous Bavarian Village is filled with the sights, sounds and smells of old world Bavaria. Leavenworth has over 100 retail/service businesses, Shopping Guide...... 29 45 restaurant/food establishments, three banks, and over 45 lodging facilities ranging from Dining Guide...... 35 RV parks to quaint B&Bs to full service hotels. We will be able to accommodate all your needs during your stay with us. Lodging Guide...... 40 As you tour our village be sure to stroll through Front Street Park, which is a delight year round. During the winter months try our world famous sledding hill, and during the Real Estate...... 49 summer enjoy Friday through Sunday Village Art in the Park, where local and regional Businesses and Services...... 50 artists show their work. To change the pace, you may want to take a walk along our many park trails, especially along the river, and make sure you visit the Upper Valley Museum and Barn Beach Reserve. Thank you again for joining us in Leavenworth. As you relax, explore and create memories for you and your family, we hope you enjoy the spectacular scenery and old word hospitality 2009 Edition of our village that makes Leavenworth unique. Copyright© 2009 NCW Media, Inc. — Mayor Rob Eaton A guide to Washington's Bavarian Village Publishers: Bill and Carol Forhan, Jeff and Audrey Walter A Royal Welcome Advertising Manager & Sales: Carol Forhan Advertising Sales: Lindsay Timmermans As the 46th Royal Lady of the Autumn Leaves I want to Editor: Ian Dunn welcome you to the Bavarian Village of Leavenworth. I know Design & Production: Annette Shacklett you will be thrilled with the wealth of activities we have in store Writers/Photographers: for you. Whether you are looking for a quiet stroll through Sebastian Moraga, Ian Dunn, Chelsea Gorrow, downtown, shopping and browsing boutiques or your revved Bill Forhan, Carol Forhan, Diana Martinez, for some whitewater rafting, hiking or skiing, there is no end Icicle Valley Photography/Reed Carlson, Terry Loss, Icicle Creek Music Center, to the possibilities for having a spectacular visit here. Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery and Come in the spring when the hillsides and mountains are Jacqueline Biedl (U.S. National Forest) ablaze with hundreds of thousands of balsamroot flowers. NCW Media, Inc./The Leavenworth Echo Photo by Terry Loss Come back in the summer for a sunny day on the river, and 215 14th Street • P.O. Box 39 • Leavenworth, WA 98826 (509) 548-5286 • fax: (509) 548-4789 an evening under the stars watching our Summer Theater’s classic production of The www.leavenworthecho.com Sound of Music. Play outside, dine outside, the weather is so accommodating, there is [email protected] sunshine galore. Surely you will want to visit us in the fall, as we host Washington State’s Autumn Leaf Festival in September, followed by three weekends of Oktoberfest. Winter will dazzle you with our snow frosted mountains and town twinkling with Publishers of: The Leavenworth Echo, Cashmere Valley Record, millions of lights, making our Christmas Lightings one of the most magical weekends Lake Chelan Mirror, Quad City Herald and Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune you will experience. Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth is a special publication of NCW Media, Inc. Reproduction of any part of this publication From shopping, to theater, from wineries to restaurants, from lodging to music, to in any form, including, but not limited to all printed and the great outdoors of climbing, skiing and rafting ‑ Leavenworth offers all these world electronic media is expressly prohibited and unlawful without prior written permission of the publisher. class experiences wrapped up in our own Bavarian hospitality. Cover Art: Like Renee Zellweger’s famous line from Jerry McGuire,” You had me at Hello”, we Cover design by Annette Shacklett are hoping Leavenworth will have you at Herzlich Wilkomen. with photographs by The Leavenworth Echo staff and advertisers. — Pat Rutledge 4 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Leavenworth FAQs Where are the restrooms? is usually available downtown along Front What is there for kids to do? You’ll find public restrooms in Front Street and Commercial Street. Leavenworth is one giant playground Street Park on the corner of Eighth and If you’re visiting during one of Leav- for kids of all ages. The Enzian Falls Put- Commercial streets, in the Festhalle on enworth’s many great festivals or on a ting Course, Icicle Junction Activities Front Street and 10th Streets and in the weekend, parking close to downtown may Center and the Nutcracker Museum are Obertal Mall on Ninth and Commercial be a challenge. If possible, we recommend just a few. streets. During festival weekends, portable parking a few blocks away and walking to For more ideas check out our Family restrooms are visibly placed around town the village. It’s great exercise and gives you Fun section and have a blast! for your convenience. a chance to see some beautiful scenery. Most lots are free or charge only a small Where are the cash machines? daily fee. We advise against parking in private, Three banks on the north side of High- restricted or reserved lots, however. Those way 2 have cash machines and there is one places are visibly marked, so you shouldn’t located on the outside of the Obertal Mall have any problems avoiding them. on Ninth Street. Where is a good place to eat? Where is the information center? We are asked this question most of The Leavenworth Chamber of Com- all and our response is always the same: merce is in the Liberty Station Building What do you like? An authentic Bavarian next to the post office on Highway 2. experience? A great burger? Pizza? Vegetar- ian? If you’re not sure, just turn to our Where can we park? Dining Guide. Wherever you choose to Parking in Leavenworth has its good days go, we’re sure you’ll enjoy a great dining and its bad days. During the week parking experience.

Leavenworth’s Royal Bavarians announce the start of another festival with a blast from their Bavarian Böllers (hand cannons). 5 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Next stop, Leavenworth

Construction of Leavenworth’s new Amtrak station is expected to be completed by the fall of 2009.

The Bavarian Village of Leavenworth takes a step into the past Once that approval was granted, the way was paved for Eaton to this year with the addition of the Icicle Station train stop. The begin raising funds for the future Icicle Station. station draws on Leavenworth’s roots as a one-time train depot in The train stop will be located just outside of town on North the early part of the last century. Icicle Station is the pet project Road, where presently the Christmas Lighting trains stop. The of Leavenworth Mayor Rob Eaton, who has championed project Christmas Lighting trains annually bring thousand of visitors for the past seven years. from the west side of the state. The train service has proven Eaton pitched Icicle Station to anyone who would listen, from very popular, as each year the Christmas trains are almost always the courthouse steps in Wenatchee to the halls of Congress in sold out. Washington, D.C. His dogged persistence finally bore fruit with The Amtrak train that will stop in Leavenworth runs along the local and national pledges. Now, it appears that Icicle Station Empire Builder route, which operates daily between Chicago and will become a reality. Seattle. The Empire Builder stops daily in nearby Wenatchee. Key to getting approval for Icicle Station was convincing West side travelers can catch the train at the King Street Station Amtrak and Burlington Northern Santa Fe to sign off on the in Seattle. Daily rates are approximately $30 each way, less than deal. From Amtrak, Eaton needed an agreement that the passen- a tank of gas in many cases. ger only train would stop in the Leavenworth. From Burlington When the mountain passes are closed in the winter due to Northern Santa Fe, permission was needed to use the tracks. inclement weather, the train still provides an excellent way to visit Leavenworth in style. And the route over the mountains on the train provides the most beautiful views of the picturesque Cascade Mountains. Truly, it is a wonder to behold. Eaton feels the Icicle Station will open Leavenworth’s doors even wider, allowing more and more people to enjoy the delights of the Bavarian Village. The Leavenworth mayor thinks the Leavenworth stop will rival even Whitefish, Montana, on the Empire Builder route. Construction on Icicle Station is slated to begin this spring, with an official grand opening this fall. Regular Amtrak train service should begin sometime after that. The longtime fundrais- Leavenworth’s original train station as it appeared in the early ing effort to build the Icicle Station is commemorated this year 1900s. with the theme, Next Stop, Leavenworth. 6 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 The history of Leavenworth The story of Leavenworth’s first 100 years starts and ends with Icicle Ridge and the towering mountain range that shelters the town. The majestic landscape has remained the only constant. Its beauty and abundance drew in eras of eclectic characters who reinvented Leavenworth time and time again.

The Early Years, mid-1800s The first people to roam Icicle Valley were the P’squosa, or the Wenatchi, as the settlers called them. They survived by fishing, hunting, picking berries, dig- ging camas roots and other native plants. The salmon runs brought thousands of American Indians from all around the inland Northwest to harvest these great fish all along the Wenatchee River and Icicle River. The gatherings lasted weeks and included ritual dancing, trade, stories and contests. Mining brought an influx of people to the area after gold was discovered in the Blewett in 1860. Of the hundreds of mines “The Hummingbird” continued production until 1975. The mining camps housed miners of all nationalities including Irish, Scandinavian, Chinese, German and English. Those in the camps depended on a small settlement in the Early proposals to make it easier for travelers to cross the formidable Cascades included valley, present-day Leavenworth, for ship- a 28-mile-long tunnel underneath the mountains to the West side. ping, supplies and liquor. LaFayette and Chauncery Lamb, broth- instead. The pullout was a heavy blow to The settlement was named Icicle, from ers from Iowa, arrived in 1903 to build the town’s economy. the American Indian word “nasikelt” or the state’s second largest sawmill. The The sawmill closed a year later. Most “narrow-bottom canyon.” Lamb-Davis Lumber Company brought of the river-accessible logs had been har- Railroad, lumber boom, in a $2 million fortune after two years vested and shipping was difficult with of business. At one point the company the loss of the railroad. The sudden loss 1890-1920s employed over 1,000 men. of Leavenworth’s two driving industries, The first route across Stevens Pass was Leavenworth’s streets were abuzz with in addition to the first and second world built by The Great Northern Railway saloons, brothels, a general store, a wars, caused a mass exodus. Those who Company (GNRC) in 1892. The townsite school and an opera house. The town were able to find work depended on the was across the river from Icicle and was was lawless until 1906 when an official U.S. Forest Service, schools, the hospital, named Leavenworth the same year rail city government and sheriff’s office were small businesses or logging operations. construction began. Captain Charles established. Life remained slow for 30 years. Leavenworth, president of the Okanogan The area’s population exploded to Leavenworth area residents enjoyed light- Investment Company, purchased the eight times its original number, from 300 ing the Christmas tree in the City Park land in present-day downtown and laid in 1900 to 2500 in 1915, which is approxi- and also baseball leagues, town dances streets parallel to the new tracks. mately the population in Leavenworth and church events. The railroad was completed in the today. Between 1910 and 1920, the first A world-famous ski hill shook up the dead of winter 1893. It was the valley’s hospital, library, cemetery, orchard, mod- quiet times. A group of Norwegian settlers first connection to the west coast and ern water system and irrigation district built a toboggan run and a ski jump in everything east. Leavenworth became were created. the late ’20s. Skiing became the new buzz railroad central. Seven sets of tracks were Industry leaves, depression sets in town, bolstered by the Leavenworth laid downtown where Highway 2 is now. Winter Sports Club established in 1929. GNRC also built a roundhouse for turn- in 1920s-1960s Spectators in waves of 10,000 a weekend ing engines where the present-day Enzian In 1925 the GNRC announced its came to watch the international jumping Inn is located. plans to relocate its headquarters to competition, which several locals won. The riverfront at the present-day En- Wenatchee and move its tracks away The events stopped when international chantment Park was the staging point for from Tumwater Canyon’s dangerous ski jumping standards changed in the the area’s second biggest industry, timber. avalanches through Chumstick Canyon mid-1970s. 7 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009

TheProject LIFE history rescues town Onof a summer Leavenworth evening in 1965 at the Autumn Leaf Festival in 1964 the town By the ’50s it was clear that outdoor Tumwater Inn, the Project LIFE commit- learned to develop new events every year. recreation was not enough for the town tees unanimously agreed to “go alpine” Leavenworth will host 16 festivals this to make a living. Businesses were failing. and officially commit to a Bavarian year, as well as summer theater, art shows Leavenworth was dubbed a welfare town theme and by 1968, 14 buildings had and outdoor recreation events that keep and jobs were hard to come by. A group been remodeled. Leavenworth will always visitors coming back year after year. of residents banded together to find a way be a work in progress. Beginning with the to end the 30-year depression. They were determined not to let their Leavenworth die with the ages. They looked to the alpine mountain scenery for inspiration. New owners of the Squirrel Tree Restaurant at Coles Corner, introduced the alpine theme in 1960 and constructed their neighboring motel in a Swiss alpine style. Others also began to facilitate the change. Townsfolk began Project LIFE (Leavenworth Improvement for Every- one) dedicated to create a community plan of action. In 1964 the Vesta Junior Women’s Club of Leavenworth won a $10,000 national prize for improvements in Leavenworth. That and the savvy promotions of Leavenworth residents brought new attention and helped sus- tain the change. It was done without In the middle of the 1900s Leavenworth was a bustling little town whose economy coercion and without government aid. depended on the railroad and logging.

8 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 The Magic of Leavenworth Making Leavenworth memorable: Cast of thousands Leavenworth’s magic wouldn’t be possible without the hard work and dedication of an incredibly diverse group of people and organizations. In order to make sure that the magic never dies in our Bavarian Village, these people and organizations spend thousands of hours each year to make sure it all comes together. As always, it’s impossible to give all the credit where it’s due, but these select groups are truly the foundation of our village. Royal Bavarians Our Royal Bavarians are the official hosting group of Leavenworth. The Royal Bavarians are tasked with making sure that visiting groups, performers and keynote guests are given food and lodging while in Leavenworth. Also, the Royal Bavarians escort the Royal Lady and the Autumn Leaf Festival float to festivals throughout the Northwest dur- Local residents routinely appear in traditional alpine dress to welcome visitors and ing the year. The Royal Bavarians are make them feel like they have truly entered a different world. also a member of the Northwest Hosting Association. msn.com or visit the Web site at www. Leavenworth—the town band, and also projektbayern.com. Autumn Leaf Festival helped costume Edelweiss Tanz Gruppe— Association the town’s German dance group. They Bavarian Design Review Board The association is responsible for Leav- are responsible for erecting the Maibaum Ever wonder how Leavenworth main- enworth’s own “Granddaddy of Them (May pole) used in various celebrations tains its Bavarian character in its build- All,” the Washington State Autumn Leaf throughout the year. They also funded ings and signs? Leavenworth’s Design Festival. Held in September the Autumn the paintings on the Festhalle and helped Review Board assists designers, builders Leaf Festival is Leavenworth’s longest build the town bier wagen and the town and businesses in order to promote Leav- running festival, still strong after 45 fountain on Eighth Street. enworth’s Old World Bavarian theme years. The association is responsible for Perhaps the largest contribution Projekt through the review of new building plans, choosing the Royal Lady of the Autumn Bayern is responsible for is Oktoberfest, substantial remodels and signs in the Leaves every year. the annual celebration of the harvest and business district. beer. With Projekt Bayern’s help, Okto- The board is comprised of five mem- Projekt Bayern berfest has grown from a lightly attended, bers who are appointed by the City If you ever wondered who is be- one-weekend festival to a three-weekend Council and mayor and act as an official hind most of the Bavarian tradition event that attracts thousands. advisory board to the city. Members in Leavenworth, look no farther than Projekt Bayern is also behind another are carefully chosen because of their Projekt Bayern. Formed in 1996 Projekt of Leavenworth’s festivals, Christkindl- knowledge of Bavarian architecture and Bayern is now one of the mainstays of markt (Christmas market), which is experience. They volunteer their time Leavenworth and all the town has to held Thanksgiving weekend. The group for the betterment of Leavenworth. offer. always welcomes new members and new For more information about the board Projekt Bayern’s contributions to the ideas to keep the Bavarian theme strong. members and Leavenworth’s design and Bavarian Village are many and varied. Those interested in helping may contact sign codes, visit www.cityofleavenworth. The group helped form Musikkapelle President Larry Meyer at larrymeyer1@ com/design. 9 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Festivals Life in Leavenworth is a festival. In keeping with German tradition, the little Bavarian Village nestled at the foot of the Cascade Mountain Range holds Maifest, Oktoberfest and Christkindlmarkt every year. These events, along with exclusive festivals such as the Spring Bird Fest, Ale Fest, Bavarian Bike and Brews, Kinderfest, the International Accordion Festival, the Washington State Autumn Leaf Festival and Icefest give the Bavarian Village its rich character. The variety of activities and educational experiences at these events make visiting Leavenworth truly unique. There is something to celebrate during every season in Leavenworth, so bring the whole family and let the scenery, parades, music and food lift your spirits, and don’t forget to check our Web site for updates—www.leavenworthecho.com. Al e Fe s t Ap r i l 18 The third annual fund-raising event, from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m., is for the Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum. It is becoming a popular event with locals and tourists, with more than 20 mirco-brews on tap, and delicious food and entertainment by local Northwest bands to enjoy throughout the city. The proceeds from the beer tasting fund-raiser support the nonprofit entity and its educational projects. For information call 548-5807 or visit the Ale Fest or museum web site. www.leavenworthalefest.com. www.nutcrackermuseum.com. Ma i f e s t Ma y 8-10 A wonderful spring tradition, this will be the 39th Maifest in the Bavarian Village of flowers. Enjoy the Old World celebration with great live entertainment, including traditional German dancing, the intricate Maipole dance and a street dance. The Looking Good in Lederhosen contest is open to all. The Grand March and Procession is one of the highlights of the weekend as glossy horses, carts, carriages, Bernese mountain dogs, townspeople in their colorful trachten (traditional Bavarian garb), bands, musicians and the Leavenworth bier wagen parade through town. Stroll through the Bavarian Village of flowers, tapping your toes to oompah music. www.leavenworth.org Le a v e n w o r t h Sp r i n g Bi r d Fe s t Ma y 14-17 Celebrate birdsong and explore the natural world during the seventh annual Leavenworth Spring Bird Fest. The Leavenworth area features spectacular The Maipole dance is an annual favorite at Maifest as dancers skillfully twist and then habitats, attracting a wide variety of birds. unwind their colored ribbons around the Maipole. Festival-goers may spot anything from 10 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Festivals Le a v e n w o r t h Wi n e of concerts, attend workshops and free performances in the Gazebo. Not to be Wa l k missed is the accordion parade through Ju n e 6 the village, where accordion musicians of Enjoy entertainment at the Gazebo all ages stroll along, filling the summer all weekend. Take a summer stroll and air with their festive harmonies. sample wines from many of the premier Ki n d e r f e s t Northwest wineries in Leavenworth’s tasting rooms or in special tasting sites Ju l y 4 scattered around town. Face painting, hands-on exhibits, art www.leavenworth.org, projects, giant inflatable playgrounds www. visitwashingtonfarms.com and surprises along with popcorn, snow cones, balloons and beverages are free Le a v e n w o r t h for all children. This is the fest for young In t e r n a t i o n a l families and children as Front Street Park is transformed into a child’s dreamland Children of all ages line up to make Ac c o r d i o n Ce l e b r a t i o n for a day. masks, eat ice cream and have their face Ju n e 18-21 painted by local artists during the annual Le a v e n w o r t h Wi n e Kinderfest. Accordions like you’ve never ex- Ta s t i n g Fe s t i v a l perienced them Au g u s t 22 the tiniest calliope hummingbirds to the before! Some of This festival, sponsored by the Cascade most majestic eagles. While birding is the the best players heart of the weekend, activities also in- Foothills Farmland Association, features from around the wines cultivated by some of the premier clude “edu-tainment” science programs, world interpret wildflower walks, conservation displays, Washington state vineyards. Learn about a wide range of the art of regional winemaking while and arts events. Professionally guided music for this daz- trips and activities, many of them free, browsing art booths, listening to great zling instrument, including jazz, popular, live music and savoring gourmet foods range from leisurely strolls to active hikes. classical, ethnic and everything in be- Fun for experienced and novice birders and refreshments. This year’s event is at tween. Visitors and players can enjoy free beautiful Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort of all ages! daytime jam sessions, watch daily compe- www.leavenworthspringbirdfest.com at 7375 Icicle Road. titions on the main stage, three nights www.visitwashingtonfarms.com Ba v a r i a n Bi k e a n d Br e w s Fe s t i v a l Ju n e 6 Racing up and down the mountain bike trails in Freund Canyon can be exhausting. Drinking ice cold beer at the finish line and listening to live music is a great way to end the day. Partici- pants in this 12th annual IMBA- sanctioned cross-country race can savor the flavors from a number of Washington micro-breweries. The course is a rigorous 8.6 miles with 1,800 feet per lap, four creek crossings and spectacular views Musikkapelle Leavenworth is the official town band. They play traditional German along the way. songs for all of Leavenworth’s major festivals including the always popular Chicken www.dasradhaus.com Dance! 11 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Festivals

Children attending Salmonfest dress up in colorful costumes and learn about their environment through science, art and storytelling at the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery.

Me a n d e r Th r o u g h Qu i l t s in t h e Vi l l a g e Se p t e m b e r 9-13 From folk art to fine art, quilting has experienced rejuvenated interest in re- cent years. From personalized patterns to stylized geometry, the array of designs is remarkable. Visitors to Leavenworth during this 14th Annual Quilt Fest can experience the artistry and dedication to craftsmanship evident in fine quilts with demonstrations and featured artists. More than 40 local shops will have everything from vintage to modern quilts on display. The finale is held in the Festhalle. www.quiltersheaven.com

Edelweiss Tanz Gruppe, Leavenworth’s own dance group, entertains the festival crowd with their flying dance.

12 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Festivals Le a v e n w o r t h Fa l l Mu s i c Fe s t i v a l Se p t e m b e r 5 Come to the spectacular Ski Hill Amphitheater for an afternoon of fantastic music brought to you by high- spirited performing bands. This special fund-raising event, now in its fifth year, benefits the Leavenworth Winter Sports Club. Immerse yourself in the music and atmosphere in this intimate open air facility built in the forest overlooking the valley. The surrounding Cascade Mountains provide a dramatic backdrop to the stage. www.skileavenworth.com We n a t c h e e Ri v e r Sa l m o n Fe s t i v a l Washington State’s Autumn Leaf Festival Float represents the city at parades Se p t e m b e r 19-20 throughout the Northwest including appearances in Canada, Portland, Spokane, and Celebrate the annual return of the Seattle every year. salmon to the Wenatchee River with where visitors can peer into the world of of crimson and gold, Leavenworth cel- numerous hands-on activities, educa- salmon and other native fish. ebrates the changing of the seasons. This tional exhibits, entertainment, arts and www.salmonfest.org festival, a popular tradition in the Bavar- crafts and more. This award-winning ian Village for the past 45 years, attracts environmental education event, cel- Wa s h i n g t o n St a t e bands, floats and parade participants ebrating its 19th year, is hosted by the Au t u m n Le af Fe s t i v a l from around the U.S. Northwest and Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery and British Columbia. Concerts, dancing, the Okanogan and Wenatchee National Se p t e m b e r 25-27 entertainment for the whole family at Forest. Highlights of the festival include a As September winds to a close and the the Gazebo and around town, ethnic 3,200-gallon aquarium and the fish maze leaves on the trees turn to lovely shades foods, arts and crafts are just some of the events taking place throughout this busy weekend. Enjoy the Grand Parade at noon on Saturday. www.autumnleaffestival.com

Ok t o b e r f e s t Oc t o b e r 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17 No place in the U.S. is better for celebrating “Oktober” than Leavenworth with plenty of live music including award-winning bands from Germany, fun activities for children, dancing, German food and beer, arts and crafts, a used Bavarian clothing sale and traditional procession through town. Now in its 12th year, Oktoberfest has expanded to three weekends with the Festhalle as the center of activities Come join in the fun and don’t forget to do the chicken dance at least once! www.oktoberfestleavenworth.com The ceremonial tapping of the keg by the Bürgermeister (mayor), opens the Oktoberfest celebration. 13 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Festivals Ch r i s t k i n d l ma r k t Ch r i s t ma s Li g h t i n g No v e m b e r 27-29 Fe s t i v a l Feel the Old World spirit of Christmas De c e m b e r 4-6, 11-13, 18-20 as Leavenworth is transformed into a Visitors flock like falling snowflakes market full of holiday festivities. This to town every year for this special event. Christmas market for the whole family of- There is no better place for children and fers continuous entertainment, children’s adults to discover the Christmas spirit activities, lantern decorating and writing than at Leavenworth’s most popular letters to Santa. This festival is sponsored festival. Fridays the town is in darkness by Leavenworth’s Projekt Bayern, which awaiting the Saturday and Sunday light- helps maintain the village’s authentic ing festivities. Everyone gathers at the Ga- Bavarian atmosphere. Children love winter in Leavenworth where www.christkindlmarkt.projektbayern.com zebo to greet Saint Nicholas. On Saturday the aroma of food booths and roasting they can try their hand at “curling” with a broom and a Frisbee during Icefest. chestnuts fills the air; holiday music from the Gazebo encircles the village while youngsters sled in the park, and holiday personalities stroll the streets. At dusk everyone gathers to sing “Silent Night” and witness the lighting of the village when it is transformed into a magical wonderland of lights, twinkling against a backdrop of majestic mountains. The lighting ceremony on Sunday completes the weekend festivities. www.leavenworth.org Ic e f e s t Ja n u a r y 16-17, 2010 A fantastic snow sculpture competition, smooshing, snowshoe events, dogsledding, weight pulling and more are followed by a spectacular fireworks display. That’s Icefest, an unconventional winter play weekend for all ages. Did we mention smooshing? Find out how much fun it is to watch a team of people trying The Christmas Lighting Festival has become known nationwide after being named the to slide in unison along the snow-covered best Holiday Town in America by A&E television. It has also been featured on Good street with 2 x 4s strapped to their feet. Morning America, the Travel Channel and Home & Garden TV. www.leavenworth.org

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14 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Valley Arts Leavenworth provides entertainment opportunities practically every weekend of the year. Each festival includes its own entertainment schedule, which is often themed to that festival. (See Festivals Section.) In addition to the events covered here, new programs are added on a regular basis. For an up-to-date list of entertainment events call the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce, (509) 548- 5807, or check out our Web site at www.leavenworthecho.com Village Art in the Park Fridays through Sundays from May through mid-October artists display their works in Front Street Park. This is the longest running annual outdoor art show in the state that features professional and amateur artists, many of them demonstrat- ing their skills or producing custom-made works. Village Art in the Park, a nonprofit organization, is a unique addition to the Leavenworth experience. Information is available at (509) 548- 5809 or www.villageartinthepark.org.

Icicle Arts Icicle Arts is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to build a sustainable and vital arts community in the Upper Wenatchee Valley by promoting the arts and insuring that the arts are integrated into the community through education and Leavenworth’s own Village Voices bring beautiful harmony to many of the Leavenworth presentation of public art and events. Festivals. Icicle Arts envisions a future where the maximize the resources available to North Upper Wenatchee Valley. For information arts can thrive and prosper in the Upper Central Washington arts organizations. call (509) 668-4663 or look on the Web Wenatchee Valley, where the arts will Our intent is to help connect artists with at iciclearts.org. positively impact our local economy, and residents and visitors who appreciate, where joint partnerships and programs value and actively support the arts in the The Village Voices Leavenworth’s community chorus pres- ents an annual Christmas in the Moun- tains Concert Dec. 4, 5, 10 and 11 with talented guest artists and friends. For more information call 509-548-9233 or visit www.leavenworthvillagevoices.org. Sonnenspatzen Girls Choir Leavenworth’s own girls choir and folk dance group under the direction of Glenn Holmes participates throughout the year performing in the festivals and parades. The girls sing and folk dance to the music of Bavaria, delighting their audiences with the culture of Bavaria, their youth and enthusiasm. Visit the Web site to learn more at www.sonnenspatzen.org. Marlin Handbell Ringers A Leavenworth tradition since 1979, Art in the Park provides artists from around the Northwest with an opportunity to the ringers are one of the most popular sell their work while providing visitors the chance to find just that right piece for their groups in town. Eleven members perform home. with 108 handbells. The bells, weighing 15 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Valley Arts guest artists share the stage with talented resident performers, delighting audiences with their virtuosity. Weekend concert dates, July 17-Aug. 1. For information call 509-548-6347 or 877-265-6026 or visit the Web site at www. icicle.org.

Canyon Wren Concert Series April 4: Music and Art Performances by Icicle Creek Piano Trio and Marcollvia Duo, award winning viola and violin duo. Location: Canyon Wren Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m. Featured Winery: Martin-Scott May 16: Music and Dance Performers: Icicle Creek Piano Trio featuring guest artists Elisa Barton, violin; Diana Garcia-Snyder, dancer & media artist Location: Canyon Wren Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m. The award winning internationally diverse Icicle Creek Piano Trio offer many concerts Featured Winery: Cascadia during the spring and summer at Icicle Creek Music center. Edelweiss Tanz Gruppe as much as 25 pounds with others that Icicle Creek Music Center can fit in the palm of a hand, provide an- Leavenworth’s official Volkstanz Grup- other musical backdrop for Leavenworth Icicle Creek Chamber Music pe, or people’s dance group, Edelweiss The ringers perform holiday concerts in Festival Tanz Gruppe is a familiar fixture at many of Leavenworth’s festivals. The meaning December and a concert series in the Come celebrate the diversity of intimate spring. The group is available for special of “dancing as a language” will become music of many genres rooted in the clas- clear after you see them perform. For performances and workshops. Visit online sical tradition at the Chapel Theater at at www.marlinhandbells.com or call (509) information visit www.edelweisstan- Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort, 7375 zgruppe.org. 548-4319 for information. Icicle Rd. Each summer, international Bronn Journey Christmas Concert Renowned harpist Bronn Journey’s holiday concert is a delight for all ages. His wife Katherine adds her exquisite voice to the program for a Christmas concert that will warm your heart. The concerts are held at the Leavenworth Methodist Church. Information: (509) 548-5807. Musikkapelle Leavenworth The official town band, Musikkapelle Leavenworth, provides the musical backdrop for Leavenworth. You’ll be hard pressed to visit Leavenworth throughout the year without hearing at least a few notes from these talented local musicians. For information visit www.musikkapel- leleavenworth.org. The Marlin Handbell Ringers have been offering their unique blend of musical entertainment since 1979 at community events.

16 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Leavenworth Summer Theater The Leavenworth Summer Theater increases the sense of fantasy and wonder for visitors and residents. With its flagship show “The Sound of Music” LST attracts top performers from around the Northwest to entertain full-house audiences under the stars or at the Festhalle. This year’s summer lineup includes “Singing in the Rain” and “Pirates of Penzance.” Live, Outdoors and Under the Join us for theater in Leavenworth! $28. Stars… and Downtown in the An experience worth sharing. For tickets call (509) 548-2000 begin- Festhalle www.leavenworthsummertheater.org ning June 5. Summer Tickets Infants and children under 5 are not The 2009 Leavenworth Summer The- admitted. ater season kicks off July 3 with “The Summer Reserved Seating: $14, $22, Sound of Music” high above Leavenworth at the spectacular Ski Hill Amphitheater. 2009 SUMMER SEASON Join us for the magic that makes the hills “The Sound of Music” come alive. A Bavarian Village classic! July 3, 4, 10, 11, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 30, August 1, 4, 7, 11, 14, 19, 21, 26, 29, 30, 8:00 p.m. Ski Hill Amphitheater, Wenatchee National Forest. “Singin’ in the “Pirates of Rain” Penzance” July 15, 17, 22, July 29, August 24, 31, August 5, 13, 20, 25, 28 6, 8, 12, 15, 18, at 8:00 p.m., Au- 22, 27. 8:00 p.m. gust 1, 8, 15, 22 Hatchery Park, - 2:00 p.m. mati- Leavenworth Na- nees, Festhalle, tional Fish Hatch- downtown ery Leavenworth.

A holiday Favorite • “A Christmas Carol” The classic Dickens Christmas story returns for an “Singin’ in the Rain.” You remember encore performance at our spacious new location at the the plot. You love the characters. You Leavenworth Festhalle, just 2 blocks from the Christmas know “the song.” It’s no less than the stage lighting ceremony! Watch the lights come on, grab a bite to adaptation of one of the most celebrated eat, then stroll down to the Festhalle. It’s the perfect family and beloved films of all time at Hatchery treat to complete your Leavenworth Christmas holiday. Park in the beautiful Icicle Valley. The December 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21 at 8:00 p.m romantic musical comedy is set in the days A Christmas Carol tickets are $20 and $16, reserved of Hollywood’s transformation from the seating. Purchase at the summer box office June 6 through silent era to the advent of the talkies. It’s August 31 or by phone order only (no walk up sales) begin- a singing, dancing spectacular with a hit ning again on Nov. 4. parade score of Hollywood standards, all topped off with spirited tap dancing and the famous rain scene. Get ready for “Pirates of Penzance.” Laugh along on this rollicking tale of pirates on the high seas and damsels in distress. In spite of being accidentally apprenticed to a pirate king as a child, Frederic has led a very sheltered life. So when he arrives on shore with his boister- ous shipmates, there are a few surprises in store for him! Swashbuckling pirates, bumbling bobbies, and a modern major general make for great entertainment in the air-conditioned Festhalle! 17 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Family Fun No matter what you and your family like, there’s certainly something for everyone to do in Leavenworth and the Upper Valley. From the numerous possibilities for outdoor adventure to the diverse array of shops in Leavenworth, you’ll be hard-pressed not to find something everyone likes. Here’s a guide to some of the more interesting activities available to visitors and residents of Leavenworth. Upper Valley Museum at a site on the southwest corner of Front and Leavenworth Eighth streets. Inside the museum you will find over 5,000 nutcrackers, some dating Managed by the Upper Valley Historical back to the 14th century. The collection Society, the museum houses displays and includes pieces made of porcelain, silver, offers heritage presentations related to spe- bronze, stainless steel, ivory and wood. cific topics. Winter hours are 11 a.m. to 4 One old nutcracker even includes a papier- p.m., Thursday through Sunday; summer mâché face of Napoleon. hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Located on the The museum was started by Arlene and Barn Beach Reserve site at 347 Division George Wagner in 1995. They have been St., the museum teems with historical lore, collecting nutcrackers since the 1960s and much of it published. You can buy a trea- are adding new pieces all of the time. sure in the gift shop. Call (509) 548-0728 Nutcracking shoes made in France are The museum is known around the displayed at the Nutcracker Museum. or write to POB 2189, Leavenworth, WA world as one of the finest collections, and 98826 for information or www.upperval- artists come regularly to the museum to ers, Santa nutcrackers, Disney character leymuseum.org. sign and show some of their latest works. nutcrackers - in all shapes and sizes from The Nutcracker Museum Every member of the family will find the tiniest to some that are 6 feet tall. Take something to enjoy at the Nutcracker a break and stop in to see the nutcrackers; One of Leavenworth’s unique treasures it’s worth the time. is The Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum, Museum - traditional toy soldier nutcrack- Icicle Junction Resort Activities Center Opportunities for fun are unlimited at Icicle Junction. When the sun is shining, the miniature golf course is the place to be. If being outdoors isn’t for you, the air- conditioned video arcade will keep you pleased for hours. If miniature golf and video games aren’t your thing, then stop in at Icicle Junction Cinema to catch the latest movie. Call 509-548-2400 or visit the Web site at www.iciclejunction.com for information. Enzian Falls Championship Putting Course The Upper Valley Museum offers visitors a look back at the colorful history of Located a short distance from Leaven- Leavenworth before it was the Bavarian Village.

18 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Family Fun worth’s downtown core, Enzian Falls is Leavenworth National Fish offers naturalist-guided snowshoe walking a sure-shot destination for those in your Hatchery tours to demonstrate survival techniques family who love the links. Designed for and the local wildlife. Tours are free and With all the concerns these days about beginners or advanced players, Enzian’s open to children over 8, but reservations climate change and the environment, the 18-hole, natural bent grass course is sure are required. Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery pro- The hatchery is open from 8 a.m. to 4 vides an excellent opportunity to experi- p.m. daily. For information call 509-548- ence firsthand nature and all it holds. 7641. Exhibits include stock pens full of finger- lings, and in the late spring visitors might Living Nativity be lucky enough to witness adult salmon One of Leavenworth’s longstanding returning to spawn. It’s a great way to learn Christmas traditions, the Living Nativity about the important niche salmon play in performances takes place Dec. 21-24 from our ecosystem and what kind of efforts are 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Nazarene Church at needed to make sure they stay around. 111 Ski Hill Dr. A Christmas Eve service During the winter months, the hatchery

Enzian Falls Putting Course.

to please. While on the course, players are treated to amazing views of the surrounding mountains and wilderness, and also the occasional bleat from the course’s resident goats, Snowball, Brigitta and Snowhopper. Call 509-548-5269 for information or www.enzianfalls.com. 13th Annual Lantern Parade Create your own lantern, and then join the procession from the gazebo in Front Street Park to the Festhalle.The parade is part of Christkindlmarkt, a Projekt Bayern event, and gets underway Friday and Saturday, Nov. 27 and 28 at 5:30 p.m. For information call 548-5807, or visit the Web site at www.christkindlmarktleaven- Oooh! Children learn about life under the rocks at the bottom of the creek during worth.com Salmonfest.

19 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Family Fun at 9 p.m. will follow the last performance. Center at Rocky Reach Dam, which is For more information call 548-5292. surrounded by 18 acres of landscaped grounds. Watch a movie in the theater, Liberty Orchards look a salmon in the eye through the fish viewing windows or see history come alive in the Museum of the Columbia in the dam’s powerhouse. It’s all free! Go at your own pace or ask for a guided tour. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or a snack at Alexandria’s Café. The Visitor Center is open from March 14 to Halloween. Call 509-663-7522 or visit www.chelanpud.org. about our daily specials. Your Family Name Ohme Gardens County Park Learn the origin of your family name. This nationally acclaimed 9-acre alpine Our specialists have researched the begin- garden was created on a barren hilltop Home of the world famous Aplets and ning of over 1 million sir names. Discover overlooking the Columbia River by the Cotlets, Liberty Orchards in Cashmere if you have a family crest or motto. It only Ohme family 80 years ago. Pronounced as is just a short drive down U.S. Highway takes a few minutes. It’s fun and best of all, it’s written, (oh-me), the gardens provide 2 from Leavenworth. Liberty Orchards’ it’s absolutely free. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. a maze of stone paths which lead to fern- friendly employees will guide you through daily. Call 509-293-6776. every step of the process that produces the bordered pools with trickling waterfalls, renowned candy from the hand-sorting of Studio 1890 rustic shelters, secluded hideaways and a the walnuts to the hand-packed boxes. Of Have some fun! Many outfits and sizes to wishing well. All these wonders are set with course, samples are provided! Call 509- choose. Walk-in 635 Front St. Large groups a view of the Columbia River and the val- 782-4088 for information. are encouraged to make an appointment, ley below. The park is open from April 15 to October 15. Call 509-662-5785 or visit Rocky Reach Hydro Project call 509-548-3035. Photographs developed in seconds with our digital system. Ask www.ohmegardens.com for information. There’s fun for everyone at the Visitor Electrifying fun Come once, come again to Rocky Reach Dam Visitor Center

Learn, lunch, run, jump, look a salmon in the eye. Bring the family. Seven miles north of Wenatchee on Highway 97A. Open March 14 to Oct. 31. Free.

Call 509.663.7522 or visit www.chelanpud.org for information.

20 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Outdoors Visitors and outdoor enthusiasts will be overjoyed by the abundance of outdoor activities and natural beauty the area has to offer. You can go rafting, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking and tubing during the summer, while downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and snowmobiling opportunities abound in winter.

Hiking The Okanogan and Wenatchee Na- tional Forest provides over 2,600 miles of trails for those who like to experience nature at a leisurely pace. Between early spring and late fall, it’s doubtful you can cover all those trails, but you can have fun trying. The Leavenworth Ranger Station (open year ‘round) and Lake Wenatchee Ranger Station (summer only) have trail maps and other information to guide you. It’s always a good idea to check with the ranger stations so you are aware of conditions before heading out on a day trip. A valid recreation pass is required at several trailheads. The Forest Service offers a $30 annual recreation pass, which is good for one year from the month of purchase, or a $5 daily pass. These passes allow the bearer to park at various recreation sites Through conservation and habitat management efforts salmon and steelhead are and visitors centers in Oregon and Wash- returning to the streams around Leavenworth in record numbers. ington national forests. An interagency and proceed about two miles to the top of ful views of the lake and surrounding annual pass is also available, $80 adults, the hill. Leave your rig in the parking lot woods. $10 seniors. The pass provides access to and head out into nature. and is honored at sites charging fees for Twin Lakes entrance into federal recreation areas. If Old Pipeline Bed in Tumwater Twin Lakes has two legs. The first you’re more adventurous and want to get Canyon 3.5-miles of the trail take you to your first into some truly pristine wilderness, be lake, and then another 3/4 of a mile takes sure to check with the ranger station so This trail in Tumwater Canyon offers a you to the second. Both lakes are closed you know about permits and permission 2-mile round trip, views of the Wenatchee to fishing. To find your way to these twin you may be required to have or visit www. River and sandy beaches for tired hikers to jewels, follow Hwy. 207 north parallel fs.fed.us/passespermits.Check with the rest their feet. From Leavenworth travel 1.7 to Lake Wenatchee until it banks left. Leavenworth office for the Alpine Lakes miles west on Hwy. 2 and turn left at the Take a right on the White River Road. Wilderness permit. public fishing/picnicking area. Hike across Follow signs for the Napeequa Crossing the bridge there and head upstream. Campground and immediately after, park Icicle Ridge Trail on the right hand side. Blackbird Island A bit of a steep climb, Icicle Ridge trail offers nice views of the surrounding val- Not a national forest trail but an excel- leys. An excellent choice for an early season lent family choice. The Waterfront Park orth Out trail meanders along the Wenatchee River. nw fit hike, as this trail’s snow cover doesn’t e t v e Go west on Hwy. 2 from the Ranger Sta- a r

linger. The trailhead is approximately 1.5 e NATURE s miles out Icicle Rd. on the right hand side. tion, turn left at Ninth Street (intersection L SAFARIS The trail proceeds through a burn area. A with traffic light), turn left at the end Since 1981 (50 recreation pass is required. of Ninth and drive down the unpaved 9) 548-0368 road to the parking area. Signs are at the Ski Hill Loop trailhead. The Ski Hill Loop provides great views Lake Wenatchee Area of the valley on a 2-mile or 5-mile journey. Go west on Hwy. 2 from the Leavenworth Dirtyface Mt. Trail Ranger Station. Turn right on Ski Hill A 9-mile round trip, the Dirtyface Drive (You’ll see a sign with a skier on it) trail offers the adventurous hiker beauti- 21 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Outdoors Cashmere Area local ranger stations for information on As the sunny, dry temperatures persist the best mountain biking experiences in throughout the summer, water levels even Devils Gulch Trail the area and pick up one of their brochures out and the Wenatchee offers incredible For a great early season trek, hikers can on biking trails in the Upper Valley. slightly less white-knuckle rides. Mid-July expect 17 miles of cliffs and hillsides, as Rafting and Kayaking through October many local area outfitters they head up and over Mission Ridge and offer class III rafting trips as well as scenic, wind across Mission Creek three times. For those who enjoy water sports, a educational 1- to 3-hour journeys, recom- Leave Hwy. 2, go over the bridge at Aplets number of outdoor outfitters in the area mended for children, seniors and anybody Way in Cashmere and turn right on Pio- will help get you gear up for some thrill- looking to enjoy a relaxing day soaking up neer Avenue. After two blocks on Pioneer, ing, exciting, wet, wild unbelievable fun! sun on the river. To check out the plentiful turn left on Mission Creek Road and fol- The Wenatchee River at the foothills of wildlife, fish, birds and majestic country- low it until it becomes a dirt road. When the towering Cascades reflects all the land side while listening to stories and history you hit the dirt, travel on for another 2.7 around it, extreme and powerful in some of the area, bring binoculars. Inflatable miles to the turnout. The trail will be on areas, smooth and placid in others. Rafting kayak outings are also offered mid-July your right. season takes off in April and runs through through September. Many outfitters re- October. Snowpack runoff ramps up the Biking quest payment and reservations 30 days in river’s water volume providing thrilling advance in addition to signing a release, If you prefer to move through the back- white water rafting adventures with class as rafting involves an element of inherent country quicker than your feet allow, you’ll IV, III and II rapids April through mid- risk. For inexperienced rafters, kayakers or be happy to know Leavenworth and the July. Several outfitters provide their guests those not familiar with the Wenatchee, the surrounding area provide excellent oppor- with all the necessary gear a 17- to 20-mile, use of one of the outfitting companies is tunities for mountain biking. Consult the 4- to 5-hour journey requires. highly advised before tackling the river’s various twists and turns. Costs for outings range from $40 to $90 per person. Prices vary depending on which trip you take, the day of the week and the size of your group. Area companies you can contact are RiverRiders.com, Osprey Rafting Co., and Leavenworth Outfitters. Tubing Not much of an adrenaline junkie seek- ing the white-knuckled thrills of rafting and kayaking? Would you rather spend a summer day floating down the river and towing your favorite dog and cooler along behind you, getting sunburned? Then don’t worry, because there are plenty of tubing opportunities around Leavenworth. Several local rafting companies also offer tubing equipment and guide services, ca- Rafting can be exhilarating or peaceful depending on the time of year. tering to the mellow adventurer in us all. Perfect for kids and families. Rock Climbing Washington is renowned for its excellent rock climbing options throughout the state. The Leavenworth area is no different, and your best bet to be like Spider Man probably comes at Peshastin Pinnacles State Park, a couple of miles east •Rentals of Leavenworth on Hwy. 2. Or discover •Repairs the many rock walls ideal for climbing by • Sales traveling up Icicle Canyon. Some climbs have safety systems already in place. For complete information on climbing in the Upper Valley consult the ranger station

22 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Outdoors and local outdoor sports outfitters for time with our equine friends. Two camp- updated conditions, supplies and local grounds to check out while in the area rock climbing guide books. are Blackpine Campground and Chiwawa Golf Horse Camp. Always check with the ranger district before embarking on a trail ride. For the golf lover who visits Leavenworth, Call Eagle Creek Ranch for guided trail there are numerous opportunities to per- rides at 1-800-221-7433. fect your swing. Regulation golfers can play at the Leavenworth Golf Club or Volkssport Kahler Glen Golf and Ski Resort near The Bavarian Volkssport Association Lake Wenatchee. They offer challenging is the Leavenworth branch of an interna- courses nestled in amazing mountain tional organization that sponsors walks scenery. Enzian Falls in Leavenworth offers and events around the world. a professional level putting course. This is Fall Walk, Oct. 10-11, begins both days not a miniature golf course, but rather a at Osborn Elementary School at 7 a.m. highly specialized course to help the golf- with options to walk in Leavenworth or ing enthusiasts with their short game. Real Peshastin. The Volkssport Assn. will also grass, sand and water traps make this a have a number of other skiing, walking true learning experience for putting. After and biking events throughout the year, a few rounds, you’ll feel like you could www.ava.org/clubs/bva/bva.html. For make a 25-footer on the 17th at Augusta. information, contact Pat Russell at 548- The Icicle Junction Activity Center in 4084 Leavenworth provides excellent miniature Cross-country skiing golf opportunities for families. The Leavenworth area is a cross-country Horseback Riding skier’s Eden. The Leavenworth Winter Leavenworth’s ski hill offers downhill and Leavenworth and the surrounding area Sports Club provides and maintains a cross-country skiing, ski jumping and even provide an ample opportunity to enjoy number of trails. Stevens Pass also has a a tubing run. Nordic skiing area, as do Lake Wenatchee State Park and Kahler Glen. In fact, Leav- enworth’s Torin Koos represented the United States at the 2006 Turin Olympics. For information about the LWSC visit www.skileavenworth.com. Snowmobiling If you like to have a little machine power underneath you as you explore the vast winter wonderlands in the area, then you’re in luck. Miles upon miles of trails are open for exploring, from those that a beginner can navigate to those that take an expert touch. For information on snowmobiling opportunities in the area, visit the Leavenworth Ranger Station. Snowboarding and Downhill Skiing The Leavenworth area is becoming well-known for producing top level winter sports competitors. The Leavenworth Ski Hill. Stevens Pass, and Mission Ridge are all less than 50 miles from Leavenworth. If you have little ones who aren’t coordi- nated enough to handle skis or a board, Peshastin Pinnacles State Park offer climbers an opportunity to practice their then take them to the ski hill for a thrill- skills. ing day of tubing, which provides fun for all ages. 23 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Camping The Wenatchee River Ranger District maintains approximately 33 camping sites on national forest lands around Leavenworth. Facilities range from rustic to modern including flush toilets. Some sites are paved to accommodate RVs up to 50 feet long. Some of the rustic campgrounds cannot accommodate large trailers or motor homes, so it is always wise to check with the Leavenworth or Lake Wenatchee Ranger Station before you find yourself in a campground with no room to turn around. Fees for campgrounds vary depending on the services available. For more information about campgrounds in the Okanogan and Wenatchee National Forest contact the Leavenworth Ranger Station at (509) 548-2550.

Cam p g r o u n d s a n d RV Pa r k s Number of Sites Credit Cards Accepted Showers Water Disposal Waste Laundromat Outdoor Pool Playground Internet/Wi-Fi Cable TV Convenience Store Welcome Pets Picnic Area Barbecues /Fire Pits

ALPINE VIEW RV PARK AND CAMPGROUND (888) 548-8439 9825 Duncan Rd., Leavenworth (509) 548-8439 30 • • • • • • • • www.alpineviewrvpark.com BLU-SHASTIN RV PARK (509) 548-4184 3300 Highway 97, Peshastin (888) 548-4184 85 • • • • • • • • • • • • www.blushastin.com ICICLE RIVER RV RESORT (509) 548-5420 7305 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 117 • • • • • • • • • • • www.icicleriverrv.com PINE VILLAGE K.O.A. RESORT/CAMPGROUND (509) 548-7709 11401 River Bend Drive, Leavenworth (800) 562-5709 135 • • • • • • • • • • • • • www.KOA.com

Thirty-three public and private campgrounds surround Leavenworth, so if you enjoy communing with nature in breathtakingly beautiful surroundings there is a spot for you.

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Cam p Si t e s * ELEVATION UNITS MAXIMUM RV SIZE FEE FACILITIES

LAKE WENATCHEE

Lake Wenatchee State Park** 1800' 155 40 ft $19 FT, G, RR

Lake Wenatchee State Park (RV sites)** 1800' 42 40 ft $25 + $10 per additional vehicle W,FT,G, RR Nason Creek 1800' 73 40 ft $16 + $11 per additional vehicle W,FT,G Glacier View 1900' 23 Cars/Vans/ $13 + $9 per additional vehicle / $4 picnic W,VT,G Pickups

HIGHWAY 2

White Pine 2300' 5 Anything None VT Tumwater 2050' 84 50 ft $16 + $11 per additional vehicle R,FT,G

LITTLE WENATCHEE

Soda Springs 2000' 5 No turnaround None VT Lake Creek 2300' 8 Anything None VT Rainy Creek 2000' 10 30 ft None VT

WHITE RIVER

Napeequa 2000' 5 30 ft None VT Grasshopper Meadows 2050' 5 30 ft None VT White River Falls 2100' 5 No turnaround None VT

CHIWAWA

Goose Creek 2200' 29 Anything $8 W,VT,G Meadow Creek 2400' 4 30 ft None VT Grouse Creek 2400' Group Anything Call (877) 444-6777 VT Finner Creek 2500' 3 30 ft $8 W, VT Riverbend 2500' 6 30 ft $8 VT Rock Creek 2500' 4 30 ft $8 VT Chiwawa Horse Camp 2500' 21 7 pull through $8 W,VT Schaefer Creek 2500' 10 30 ft $8 VT Atkinson Flats 2550' 7 30 ft $8 VT 19 Mile 2600' 4 30 ft $8 VT Alpine Meadows 2700' 4 20 ft $8 VT Phelps Creek 2800' 7 30 ft $8 VT Phelps Creek (Equestrian) 2800' 6 30 ft $8 VT

ICICLE

Eightmile 1800' 45 50 ft $15 + $10 per additional vehicle WW, VT,G Bridge Creek 1900' 6 19 ft $13 + $9 per additional vehicle WW, VT,G Johnny Creek (upper campground) 2300' 65 50 ft $13 + $9 per additional vehicle WW, VT,G Johnny Creek (lower campground) $15 + $10 per additional vehicle Ida Creek 2500' 10 30 ft $13 + $9 per additional vehicle WW, VT,G Chatter Creek (closed)*** 2800' 12 22 ft $13 + $9 per additional vehicle WW, VT,G Rock Island (closed)*** 2900' 22 22 ft $13 + $9 per additional vehicle WW, VT,G Blackpine Creek Horse Camp (closed)*** 3000' 10 Max 60 ft $12 + $8 per additional vehicle WW, VT,

*Additional fees may apply for extra vehicles or large groups. **Operated by Washington State Parks and Recreation, call (509) 763-3101 for information. ***Closed due to road closure. W = Tested drinking water, R = Running water, WW = Well water, RR = Restroom, FT =Flush toilets, VT = Vault toilets, G = Garbage service 25 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Ag Tourism Twelve years ago who could imagine that Washington would become the next breathtaking wine-touring country to rival Napa Valley? With serene vineyards stretching over rolling hills similar to a Bavarian Alps backdrop, it’s no wonder the area is one of the fastest-growing wine regions in the world. The wine industry in the entire state is roaring. Six years ago, the state had about 125 of them. Today, Hank Manriquez, ex- ecutive director for the Cascade Foothills Farmland Association, said that number now surpasses 500, with half a billion dollars in sales In Chelan County and the Upper Val- ley, the growth as been proportionally identical. From the handful of wineries 10 years ago, now more than 40 wineries, tasting rooms and vineyards dot the county’s landscape. Most wineries are located in loose clus- ters in Leavenworth, Lake Chelan and Wenatchee, in a region famous for four beautiful seasons of recreation. Leavenworth alone houses 12 wine tasting rooms, Manriquez said. “They’re the people who really bring the people into the area,” he added. “As far as the economy and the selling of the Many local growers have converted their fruit orchards to wineries. They offer great wine, they do more than all the rest put local wine, friendly smiles and some will even let you help them crush the grapes! together.”

Tech CASHMERE Wenatchee Center 9th Street PESHASTIN 9th St. LEAVENWORTH Chumstick Hwy. Highway 2 Main St. Foster Rd.

Seattle Peshastin & Wenatchee LEAVENWORTH Highway 97 Highway 2 Easy St. Penny Rd. Front St. Front Street Motteler Leavenworth Gazebo Seattle Stage Rd. Building Dempsy Highway 2

E. Leavenworth Rd.

Festhalle N. Wenatchee Ave. WENATCHEE

Commercial Street 4 miles to Wenatchee

Malaga-Alc W. Malaga Road

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Three Lakes y. Golf Course Hamlin Road

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Ice wine is made by leaving the grapes on the vine until after the first freeze. This raises the sugar content and makes a very sweet flavored dessert wine.

Our wine region specializes in handmade boutique wines. Most wineries are family operations, making 500 to 800 cases a year. The largest wineries make nearly 5,000 cases a year, including Lake Chelan Winery and St. Laurent in Wenatchee. The county turns out nearly 60,000 cases a year altogether, Manriquez said. The area shares the same latitude as premier wine regions such as northern France. The grapes thrive here under the 17 hours of sun per day, two more hours than California’s prime growing region. Washington state is the second largest wine producer in the nation. The area’s fall freezes allow winemakers to produce a sweet, rich ice wine that few regions can accommodate. What makes Chelan County wines unique when compared to French, Chil- ean, California wines and wines from Walla Walla is the industry’s newness when compared to its competitors, Man- riquez said. “It’s in development stages,” he said. “And people are always looking for something new.” Valley winemakers experiment with both white and red varieties with equal curiosity and passion. It’s too early to 27 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009

Apples and pears are still the primary fruit grown in the Wenatchee River Valley. Early fall is the best time to get them fresh from the trees.

say which kinds of wines will establish vineyards continue to expand. Grapes a reputation in our region. Each variety need a third of the water of tree fruit and continues to garner awards and high marks require little, if any, chemical sprays. at international wine competitions. Don’t miss the wine stomping during Historically, this region has always grown the summer crush period or the wine- grapes. The first recorded winemaker was and-chocolate winter tastings. Wine tast- John Galler, a Dutch trapper. Galler was ings are scheduled year ‘round and many traveling through the area when he fell wineries are open seven days a week. The in the river and was rescued by a young most popular times to tour the vineyards American Indian woman, whom he later are in early summer when the buds begin married. He settled and began planting to break and in late summer when the grapes circa 1870. In 1921 the newspaper grapes are at their fullest. reported that Galler produced 15 to 20 You don’t have to leave the kids at home barrels of wine a year and earned over to enjoy area wineries. Orchards and farms $2,000 a year in wine sales. are always nearby, offering hayrides, pet- Several of the area’s vineyards are con- ting zoos and tours of an old fruit packing verted orchards. Apple and fruit prices line. drove orchardists to innovate. Louie Wag- A complete list of wineries and tasting oner’s neighbors thought he was crazy rooms in Chelan, Douglas and Grant when he replaced 10 acres of pears with Counties can be found at visitwashing- wine grapes. SEVEN years later Wagoner’s tonwineries.com or visitwashingtonfarms. Icicle Ridge Winery is thriving and his com.

28 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Shopping Guide Leavenworth offers a variety of truly unique local shops and delicatessens. You can find some of the best German sausage, fine cheese, quality local wines and fresh baked breads for a truly memorable picnic in Riverfront Park or for a mountain hike. You can shop for beautiful art work in one of our many galleries, gorgeous clocks, European nutcrackers or Russian nesting dolls in one of our old world gift shops. Of course there are a number of shops that specialize in traditional German items, cuckoo clocks, beer steins and Hummels, but there are also shops that specialize in gifts from around the world as well as traditional American made items. So shop till you drop or just browse between the beer gardens and wine tasting shops that keep our visitors coming back year after year! Check our Web site, www.leavenworthecho.com, for exciting shopping opportunities. An Australian Store Agape Outback LLC 929 Front Street (509) 548-3088 Awesome Australian hats, dusters, food, sheepskin boots, stuffed animals, signs, merino wool bed socks. Body cooling neck wraps, “Cobber” and Neck Buddy. Great selection of knives and swords, including Lord of the Rings. Great Family Suite upstairs. See ad Page 29. Cascadia Winery 10090 Main St. Peshastin (509) 548-7900 Cascadia Winery’s tasting room offers unique and practical items, including Leavenworth’s collection of gift shops provide shoppers an opportunity to find a truly Rothschild Farm food line, eco-friendly unique gift for friends and family. candles, wine racks, bottle openers, stoppers, wine journals, books, cards, art and more. See ad Page 28. Custom Woodwork and Gift Shop 7530 Icicle Road, 2.8 miles (509) 548-4465 If you’re looking for that truly unique gift, take the short drive up Icicle Road, where you will find a traditional German craftsman at work in his shop making wooden tree ornaments, birdhouses, jewelry boxes, kaleidoscopes, walking sticks, bowls, platters, pens, perfume pens,

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30 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Shopping Guide The Candle Connection Come celebrate our 23rd anniversary. The 725 Front Street Pacific Northwest’s source for Christmas (509) 548-5768 collectibles, and holiday home decor. We feature Yankee Root and Tyler scented Department 56 Premier Dealer and candles, Wood Wick, quality dripless Washington State’s only Christopher tapers, pillar and Birthday name candles. Radko Starlight Store. Fine European You will find soy candles, potpourri oils, ornaments, nativities, nutcrackers, burners and much more. We offer a Christmas Krinkles and the latest in large selection and variety of candles and Christmas decorating ideas. See ad Page accessories. See ad Page 33. 56. The Hat Shop- Wood Shop 721 Front Street Kris Kringl (509) 548-4442 We specialize in men’s and women’s hats It’s a celebration of life here in the Great GIFTS & CANDY and costume novelty hats from around Northwest. We feature contemporary k55 Flavors of Taffyk the world. The Wood Shop features clothing and accessories for men and Homemade Fudge handmade wooden toys and puzzles made women, including Pendleton sportswear k k in Leavenworth, along with toys and and blankets. Also unusual gifts and kSpecialty Foodsk Christmas ornaments from around the distinctive home accents. We’re across Aplets & Cotlets world. See ad Page 30. from the Gazebo. See ad Page 30. k k DOLLS GALORE! The Haus of Angels, Etc. Kris Kringl kDragons kFairies 906-G Front Street-Motteler Village 907 Front Street Shops (888) KKRINGL, (509) 548-6867 kDolphins kCowboys (509) 548-5484 Where it’s Christmas all year ‘round! k�k�k�k�k� 725 Front Street kCrystals kKnives (509) 548-0989 (866) 548-5484 Souvenirs We feature angels of every kind! Willow k Tree, Foundations, Angels Among Us, k�k�k�k�k� Sarah’s Angels, jewelry, garden angels, Something for everyone tree toppers, fiber optics, and year ‘round at prices you can afford! Christmas including an assortment of nativities. We have some handcrafted items made exclusively for our shop. In two locations to serve you. See ad Page 54. Icicle River Clothing Company 827 Front Street, downstairs Alpenhof Mall-217-9th St. (509) 548-8090 509-548-2039

31 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Shopping Guide Leavenworth Tattoo & Mainz Haus of Rock, Etc. food treats, even for your pets. Cards, Piercing Haus 220 Ninth Street stationery, and gift items. You can even 210 Division St. (509) 548-1078 mail your items right there at Das Copy Shoppe. See our ads Page 54. (509) 548-INKU (4658) Washington’s finest rock shop offers Leavenworth Tattoo & Piercing Haus collectible rocks including fossils and Nussknacker Haus petrified wood, bookends, stone lamps, offers the largest art selection and most 735 Front Street relaxing atmosphere in the Wenatchee hand blown glass, Black Hills gold and (800) 892-3989, (509) 548-4708 region. State of the art sterilization and jewelry made by local artists, books and A visit to Leavenworth just isn’t complete attention to detail insures our clients will supplies on rocks. See ad Page 32. until you’ve seen one of the largest receive the finest tattoo! See ad Page 31. Motteler Village Shops selections of nutcrackers and smokers in Liberty Orchards Co., Inc. On the corner of Ninth and Front the world. The Nussknacker Haus has Streets something for everyone. For information Aplets & Cotlets visit our Web site at www.nussknackerhaus. (509) 548-4141 117 Mission Avenue, Cashmere, WA. com for monthly news. See ad Page 3 (509) 782-4088 A collection of Leavenworth’s finest shops Just a few miles east of Leavenworth it under one roof. Find the perfect angel for Östling and Brooks, Designer is worth the stop to the sweetest spot your special angel at the Haus of Angels, Goldsmiths Etc. Unique treasures of beautiful glass in Cashmere. Stop by the Aplets and 905 Commercial Street Cotlets Country Store for free tours and and porcelain, Icons, jewelry, something for the whole family at Gifts from Russia. (509) 548-4456 samples of their famous Liberty Orchards Designers and makers of fine jewelry. candies. Sugar free, plus other gourmet Decorate your home with fine lodge furniture and accessories from Das Oak Unique collections of wedding rings, treats, Washington state specialties, Apple diamond and color gemstone jewelry Kitchen gifts and more! See ad Page 2. Haus, Order custom designed pearl jewelry at the Pearl Haus, and get your beautifully and pieces with a local theme. Designs by framed pictures of nature at its best from national and international award winner, the New Pelican Photo Gallery. Also Margaret Östling. Established 1982. See ad Page 32.

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34 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Dining Guide Whether you crave bratwurst at a sidewalk cafe or an elegant fireside feast, every dining experience can be found in the Leavenworth area. Food choices range from standard American fare, including hamburgers, pizza, steak, seafood and home-style cooking to Italian, Mexican and, of course, German. The dining is casual, but the food and service are often world class. So take your time, enjoy one of our local wines, some robust German ale or your favorite cup of gourmet coffee while you savor some of the finest food in the Pacific Northwest. And as they say in Bavaria, Guten appetit! Andreas Keller Restaurant 829 Front Street, Downstairs (509) 548-6000 This year Andreas Keller is celebrating 20 years of excellence in the Bavarian tradition. Considered one of the most authentic Bavarian restaurants in town, our Old World gast-haus features wooden barrel booths, hand painted murals and more live music than any place in town and has plenty of room for dancing. The roasted scheweinshax’n are famous, as well as the rotisserie-chicken, huge pretzels and excellent Bavarian beer and wine. Homemade soups are served daily. Banquet facilities and party arrangements are available by reservation. On Front Street across from the Gazebo. See ad Page 37. Bratwurst is always a favorite at Leavenworth Festivals. Area restaurants offer Bavarian favorites and a host of delicious fare.

35 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Dining Guide The Bären Haus specials, friendly service, homemade pies The Cheesemonger’s Shop 208 Ninth Street and cinnamon rolls will bring you back to 819 Front Street, basement level (509) 548-4535 The Y, where friends go to meet friends! (509) 548-9011, (877) 888-7389 “The finest family dining experience in See ad Page 39. Leavenworth” since 1981. Enjoy our famous Café Christa reubens made from fresh homemade 801 Front Street, Upstairs bread, authentic German dishes or our (509) 548-5074 hand tossed pizzas. You’ll be pleasantly The soul of central Europe in the heart satisfied. Complement your generously of Leavenworth located on the corner of portioned meal with a German beer or fine Eighth and Front. Experience authentic wine. Are you comfortable and relaxed in central European cuisine complemented your hotel? We have an outstanding To Go by Northwest specialties, while enjoying Menu available! See ad Page 38. our village view and outstanding service. Cheesemonger’s Shop Bavarian Bakery We serve your favorite German beers, wines 1330 Highway 2 and desserts. Children’s menu and banquet facilities are available. See ad Page 35. Leavenworth’s No. 1 gourmet shop has (509) 548-2244 expanded! Our new location is in the heart Authentic German Laupenpretzels, Cafe Mozart of town, across from the Gazebo. We now Danish, cakes, rye breads and Broetchen. 829 Front St. , Upper level offer an even bigger selection of imported Made daily from scratch! Guten appetit! (509) 548-0600 and artisan cheeses and speciality meats. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. See ad Voted # 1! Downtown city park views, Whether you want to stock your condo, Page 36. outside balcony, cozy, and romantic pack a picnic or create the perfect hotel The Big Y Café European dining. Live piano and harp room snack. European foods, imported music. Unbelievable lunches, dinners, and chocolates as well as memorable local Junction of Highway 2 and 97 desserts to top off your dinner. Choose wines and Leavenworth’s largest selection (509) 548-5012 from a large selection of beer, wine or of German beers, Belgian and English ales. At the Big Y Café you’ll get fantastic home- cocktails. Reservations preferred. See ad See ad Page 36. style cooking for a great price! Our daily Page 37. Cured 636 Front Street (509) 888-0424 Leavenworth’s only producer of authentic Bavarian and Italian fresh and cured meats and artisan cheeses. See ad Page 39. Ducks and Drakes Restaurant and Lounge 633-B Front Street (509) 548-0270 Leavenworth’s premier cocktail bar, with a veranda overlooking the river and mountains. A comfortable and friendly

36 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Dining Guide atmosphere featuring a variety of German, gingerbreadfactory.com. See ad Page American, Mexican and ethnic cuisine, 37. micro brews and a full bar with free pool, arcade games and foosball. Families J.J. Hills Restaurant and Wine welcome. See ad Page 39. Bar 505 Highway 2, inside Icicle Inn The Gingerbread Factory (800) 558-2438, (509) 548-8000 828 Commercial Street J.J. Hills restaurant captures Leavenworth’s (509) 548-6592, (800)-296-7079 beginnings as a railroad town, complete Celebrating over 20 years of gingerbread with a running model train! Dine in a goodness! Serving lattes, fresh soups, relaxed atmosphere and select from BBQ salads and legendary desserts to young ribs, steaks, German favorites, cocktail and old alike. Enjoy grilled panini service and children’s menu. Inquire Kahler Glen sandwiches, home-style quiche and baked about our special occasion BBQ garden, our restaurant. Located just 18 miles up goods including German apple strudel, indoor ballroom and catering for up to the Tumwater Canyon at beautiful Lake cookies, and of course, gingerbread. 200 people. See ad Page.41. Wenatchee. See ad Page 47. Family atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating. On the web at www. Kahler Glen Restaurant King Ludwig’s Restaurant 20700 Clubhouse Drive 921 Front Street (509) 763-8004 (509) 548-6625 Kahler Glen Restaurant and Lounge is Located on the east end of Front Street, located on the beautiful Kahler Glen Golf our restaurant is famous for its pork hocks Course. Providing fine dining and spirits and Bavarian specialties prepared by our and featuring certified black Angus beef. international kitchen staff. Enjoy music Enjoy a challenging game of golf and the and dancing at Leavenworth’s favorite fun breathtaking views from every seat in spot. Named Leavenworth’s Restaurant of

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37 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Dining Guide the Year. See ad Page 38. Follow an exhilarating outdoor experience O’Grady’s Pantry and with sumptuous Northwest dining at Mercantile Los Camperos Mountain Springs Lodge, located on the 7375 Icicle Road 1895 Burgess Homestead in Plain Valley, 200 Eighth Street, upstairs in the alley (509) 548-6344, (800) 674-2123 (509) 548-3314 14 miles northwest of Leavenworth. We serve Mexican food at its best! Our Combine fine dining with our horse great atmosphere, super service and drawn wagon, sleigh rides, or snowmobile incredible margaritas will keep you coming tours through miles of pristine wilderness. back for more. Open daily for lunch and Reservations required. Open year ‘round. dinner. Enjoy outdoor terrace dining See ad Page 48. in season. Credit cards accepted. See ad Page 35. München Haus 709 Front Street Mountain Springs Lodge (509) 548-1158 19115 Chiwawa Loop Road Your senses will awaken as you enjoy (800) 858-2276 (509) 763-2713 premium, mouth-watering sausages cooked on an open grill. Served with our O’Grady’s Pantry famous apple cider kraut and numerous specialty mustards. Enjoy a German beer Where the locals eat! Located under the or glass of wine in the outdoor courtyard Sleeping Lady mountain profile, O’Grady’s where the entire family can enjoy the serves breakfast, lunch and espresso. beautiful outdoors and tap their toes to Northwest wines, micro brews and spirits. German music. It’s a Leavenworth dining Open 7 a.m. daily with extended summer experience. See ad Page 37. hours. See ad Page 45. Mountain Springs Lodge

38 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Dining Guide Sandy’s Waffle and Dinner Haus 894 Highway 2 in the Clocktower Building (509) 548-6779 Breakfast served all day. Homemade soup. Daily specials. Great service and friendly faces. Open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Winter hours 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. See ad Page 38. Soup Cellar 815 Front Street (Below Village Visconti’s Pharmacy) favorite pastime. We serve Caffe Vita (509) 548-6300 coffee, a Fair Trade roaster. Open daily 6 Casual family dining with a friendly a.m. See ad Page 39. atmosphere, and big screen TV. Enjoy five soups daily, two chilis, quality sandwiches, Visconti’s of Leavenworth a garden fresh salad bar, German sausages, 636 Front Street beer, wine and, of course, our Friday and 509-548-1213 Saturday night all-you-can-eat prime rib Featuring applewood-fired ovens, rotisserie, buffet. See ad Page 39. and broiler. Always prepared in the Italian tradition, USDA prime grade steaks, The Tumwater Inn Fresh seafood, Wine Spectator award 219 Ninth Street winner since 1999. Evening reservations (509) 548-4232 recommended. See ad Page 39. Leavenworth’s oldest operating restaurant and lounge. Serving authentic Bavarian, steaks, prime rib and seafood. Our dining room is cozy and has antique and European decor. Full service lounge with spirits, beers and wines. Open year ‘round for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Friendly service and great food! Local checks only, Credit cards accepted. See ad Page 35. Viadolce! 636 Front Street 509-548-6712 Italian gelato and sorbetto made fresh daily. Understand why it is Europe’s

39 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Lodging Guide Whether your idea of “roughing it” means a rustic campground or a world class suite with a Jacuzzi, fireplace and room service, Leavenworth can accommodate your needs. And all of our facilities come with a view. But be sure to plan ahead because many of these facilities fill up fast!

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ALPINE RIVERS INN (800) 873-3960 1505 Alpensee Strasse, (509) 548-8888 89- Y 27 0 ALL Leavenworth 149 • • • • • • www.alpineriversinn.com

ALPS ROMANCE SUITES (877) 548-3335 125- 225 Prospect Street, Leavenworth (509) 548-0918 N 2 2 V, MC 245 • • • • • www.alpsromance.com

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THE BAVARIAN RITZ HOTEL (800) 854-6365 89- 633 Front Street, Leavenworth (509) 548-5455 Y 9 7 ALL 269 • • • • • • • • www.bavarianritz.com

BINDLESTIFF’S RIVERSIDE (509) 548-1685 CABINS 89- N 8 V, MC 1600 Highway 2, Leavenworth 119 • • www.bindlestiffcabins.com

ENZIAN FALLS HUTTE (800) 223-8511 330- 311 Highway 2, Leavenworth (509) 548-5269 Y 1 1 ALL 370 • • • • • • • • • • www.enzianinn.com

ENZIAN INN (800) 223-8511 115- 590 Highway 2, Leavenworth (509) 548-5269 Y 105 8 ALL 235 • • • • • • • • www.enzianinn.com

THE EVERGREEN INN (800) 327-7212 79- 1117 Front Street, Leavenworth (509) 548-5515 Y 30 10 ALL 139 • • • • • • • • • • www.evergreeninn.com

Gasthaus Wunderbar (509) 548-0745 Suites (800) 845-8638 175- 940 Highway 2, Suite D, N 9 9 ALL 295 • • • • • Leavenworth www.gasthauswunderbar.com

HOWARD JOHNSON (800) 423-9380 70- 405 W Highway 2, Leavenworth (509) 548-4326 Y 40 1 ALL 270 • • • • • • • • www.leavenworthhojo.com

ICICLE Village INN (800) 558-2438 99- 505 Highway 2, Leavenworth (509) 548-7000 Y 93 6 ALL 229 • • • • • • • • • • • • www.icicleinn.com

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LINDERHOF INN (800) 828-5680 86- 690 Highway 2, Leavenworth (509) 548-5283 Y 35 ALL 269 • • • • • • • • • www.linderhof.com

PENSION ANNA (800) 509-2662 926 Commercial Street, (509) 548-6273 135- Y 13 4 ALL Leavenworth 275 • • • • • • www.pensionanna.com

QUALITY INN AND SUITES (800) 693-1225 69- 185 Highway 2, Leavenworth (509) 548-7992 Y 78 12 ALL 295 • • • • • • • • • • www.leavenworthqualityinn.com (877) 424-6423

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Built by local craftsmen the Leavenworth Bier Wagon has become a recognized Leavenworth icon.

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Alpenhorns appear regularly during festivals and can be heard It seems there is always an opportunity for a smile in almost every morning echoing through the Valley. Leavenworth.

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49 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Businesses & Services Ap p a r e l Ba k e r i e s Cab i n s , Lo d g e s , Co n t r a c t o r s , An Australian Store Bavarian Bakery Re s o r t s , Ex c a v a t i n g (509) 548-3088 (509) 548-2244 Va c a t i o n Re n t a l s Rayfield Brothers See ad Page 29 See ad Page 36 Mountain Springs Lodge Excavating, Inc. Fashion for Twelve The Gingerbread Factory (800) 858-2276, (509) 548-5135 (509) 548-6175 (800) 296-7079, (509) 763-2713 See ad Page 28 See ad Page 32 (509) 548-6592 See ad Page 48 Icicle River Clothing See ad Page 37 NATAPOC Lodging Cu s t o m Bu i l d e r s Company (888) NATAPOC (628-2762) Fred Dowdy Company Inc. (509) 548-8090 Be d , Br e a k fa s t s , (509) 763-3313 Builders See ad Page 30 Pe n s i o n s See ad Page 47 509-548-1079 Wenatchee Valley Mall Abendblume Pension Sleeping Lady Mountain o o d s a n d (509) 884-6645 (800) 669-7634, Resort F See ad Page 33 (509) 548-4059 (800) 574-2123 Sp e c i a l i t i e s See ad Page 45 (509) 548-6344 Fudge Hut and Espresso An t i q u e s See ad Page 45 All Seasons River Inn (866) 204-4438, Snowgrass Lodge Apple Annie Antique Mall (800) 254-0555, (509) 548-0466 (509) 548-9290, (866) 504-8460 (509) 548-1425 See ad Page 29 Off Hwy. 2 in Cashmere (877) 548-9290 Liberty Orchards, Aplets See ad Page 47 See ad Page 46 Antique Mall of Cashmere Autumn Pond Bed and and Cotlets (509) 782-4088 & Wenatchee Breakfast Cam p g r o u n d s (509) 782-1519 See ad Page 2 (800) 222-9661, a n d RV Pa r k s Munchen Haus (509) 548-4482 As s i s t e d Li v i n g Alpine View RV Park and See ad Page 45 (509) 548-1158 Campground See ad Page 37 Mountain Meadows Beecher Hill House Assisted Living Open year ‘round Rocky Mountain Chocolate (866) 414-0559, (509) 548-8439, (509) 548-4076 Factory (509) 548-0559 (888) 548-8439 See ad Page 48 (509) 548-6525 See ad Page 46 Blu-Shastin RV Park See ad Page 33 At t r a c t i o n s Inn Vienna Woods (888) 548-4184, The Cheesemonger’s Shop (509) 548-7843 (509) 548-4184 Icicle Junction Activities See ad Page 24 (877) 888-7389, Center (509) 548-9011 Cab i n s , Lo d g e s , Icicle River RV Resort See ad Page 36 (509) 548-2400 Re s o r t s , (509) 548-5420 Viadolce See ad Page 41 See ad Page 24 Va c a t i o n Re n t a l s (509)548-6712 Leavenworth Summer Pine Village KOA Resort/ Theater 1227 House See ad Page 39 Campground Village Alps (509) 548-2000 (509) 548-8042, (800) 562-5709 leavenworthsummertheater. (509) 548-7221 (509) 548-2039 (509) 548-7709 See ad Page 31 org See ad Page 46 See ad Page 24 See ad Page 18 A Chalet at the River Ch u r c h e s Gi f t s a n d Liberty Orchards, Aplets (866) 731-8418 and Cotlets Check the church section Co l l e c t i b l e s See ad Page 46 in The Leavenworth Echo www.libertyorchards.com Destination Leavenworth Der Tier Shoppe (509) 782-4088 weekly newspaper, 215-14th St. (509) 548-5286, weekdays (509) 548-4305, See ad Page 2 (866) 904-7368, (800) 980-8669 (509) 548-4230 8:30a.m.-5:30 p.m. or contact Nutcracker Museum See ad Page 29 See ad Page 46 the Chamber of Commerce on A non-profit entity Hwy. 2, (509) 548-5807 Die Musik Box (509) 548-4573 Jerry and Carolyn’s Place (800) 288-5883, See ad Page 3 (509) 548-4324, Co n f e r e n c e (509) 548-6152 Ohme Gardens (866) 888-7896 Ce n t e r s a n d See ad Page 29 (509) 662-5785 Kahler Glen Golf and Ski Re t r e a t s Gifts from Russia See ad Page 18 Resort Mountain Springs Lodge (509) 548-2388 Your Family Name (800) 440-2994, (509) 763-2713, See ad Page 54 (509) 548-0942 (509) 763-2121 (800) 858-2276 Inside and Out See ad Page 19 See ad Page 47 See ad Page 48 (509) 548-5719 50 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Businesses & Services Gi f t s a n d Go l f a n d Ho t e l s , Mo t e l s , Je w e l r y Co l l e c t i b l e s Pu t t i n g Co u r s e s Su i t e s Östling and Brooks Fine Kris Kringl Kahler Glen Golf and Ski Enzian Falls Hutte Jewelry A Radko Starlight Store Resort (800) 223-8511, (800) 548-1458, Where Christmas is all year (866) 872-5089, (509) 548-5269 (509) 548-4456 long! (509) 763-4025 See ad Page 43 See ad Page 32 (888) KKRINGL, See ad Page 47 Enzian Inn Pearl Haus (509) 548-6867 Leavenworth Golf Course (800) 223-8511, (509) 888-2785 See ad Page 56 (509) 548-7267 (509) 548-5269 See ad Page 54 Liberty Orchards, Aplets See ad Page 43 and Cotlets He a l t h Se r v i c e s Gasthaus Wunderbar Suites Ma s s a g e (509) 782-4088 Village Pharmacy (800) 845-8638 Alpenglow Massage Therapy See ad Page 2 See ad Page 46 (509) 548-7622 (509) 548-0541 Mainz Haus of Rock, Etc. See ad Page 30 Howard Johnson 15 years experience-65/ hr. (509) 548-1078 (800) 423-9380, Eden Salon and Day Spa See ad Page 32 Ho m e Fu r n i s h i n g (509) 548-4326 See ad Page 47 (509) 548-EDEN (3336) Motteler Village Shops a n d Ac c e s s o r i e s Icicle Village Inn See ad Page 34 (509) 548-4141 Das Oak Haus Rustic Living See ad Page 54 (800) 961-0162, Solstice Spa and Suites Lodge and Rustic Furniture (509) 548-7000 (888) 548-4SPA, Nussknacker Haus Showroom See ad Page 41 (509) 548-7515 (800) 892-3989, (509) 548-4141 Leavenworth Village Inn See ads Pages 34 & 45 (509) 548-4708 See ad Page 54 See ad Page 3 Luxury Suites And Deluxe Kris Kringl Guestrooms Mo v i e Th e a t e r Tannenbaum Shoppe (888) KKRINGL, (800) 343-8198, Junction Cinema at Icicle (877) 548-7014, (509) 548-6620 (509) 548-6867 Junction Activity Center (509) 548-7014 See ad Page 56 Linderhof Inn See ad Page 3 (509) 548-2400 (800) 828-5680, See ad Page 41 The Candle Connection Ho t e l s , Mo t e l s , (509) 548-5283 See ad Page 44 (509) 548-4096, Su i t e s Mu s e u m s (509) 548-5768 Alpen Rose Inn Pension Anna See ad Page 33 (800) 509-2662, Leavenworth Nutcracker (800) 582-2474, Museum The Hat Shop, Wood Shop (509) 548-3000 (509) 548-6273 (509) 548-4442 See ad Page 46 Quality Inn and Suites www.nutcrackermuseum.com (509) 548-4573, See ad Page 30 Alpine Rivers Inn (800) 693-1225, The Haus of Angels, Etc. (509) 548-7992 (509) 548-4708 (800) 873-3960 See ad Page 3 (509) 548-5484, See ad Page 41 See ad Page 45 Rocky Reach Dam Visitors (509) 548-0989 Alps Romance Suites Solstice Spa and Suites See ad Page 54 (888) 548-4SPA, Center (877) 548-3335 The Obertal Mall (509) 548-7515 (509) 663-7522 See ad Page 46 See ads Pages 34 & 45 See ad Page 20 Commercial & 9th Sts. Australian Outback Suite See ad Page 31 The Evergreen Inn Upper Valley Museum at (509) 548-3088 Victorian Simplicity (800) 327-7212, Leavenworth See ad Page 29 (509) 548-5515 (509) 548-4840 (509) 548-0728 Bavarian Lodge See ad Page 45 See ad Page 18 (888) 717-7878, Go l f a n d Valley Cottage Motel (509) 548-7878 (509) 548-5731 Ou t d o o r Pu t t i n g Co u r s e s See ad Page 44 See ad Page 47 Re c r e a t i o n Enzian Falls Putting Course Bavarian Ritz Hotel (509) 548-5269, (800) 854-6365, In f o r ma t i o n Das Rad Haus (The Bike (800) 223-8511 (509) 548-5455 Leavenworth Chamber of House) See ad Page 19 See ad Page 40 Commerce (509) 548-5615 See ad Page 22 Icicle Junction Miniature Bindlestiff’s Riverside (509) 548-5807 Golf Course Cabins See ad Page 5 Eagle Creek Ranch (509) 548-2400 (509) 548-1685 (800) 221-7433, See ad Page 41 See ad Page 45 (509) 548-7798 51 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Businesses & Services Ou t d o o r Re a l Es t a t e Re s t a u r a n t s a n d We d d i n g Re c r e a t i o n Century 21/The Realty Ca t e r i n g Mountain Springs Lodge Leavenworth Outfitters Co.,Team Hess Los Camperos (509) 763-2713, (509) 548-0368 (509) 421-4377 (509) 548-3314 (800) 858-2276 See ad Page 21 See ad Page 49 See ad Page 35 See ad Page 48 Mountain Springs Lodge Lake Wenatchee Properties, O’Grady’s Pantry and Passages Retreat Center (509) 763-2713, Inc. Mercantile (509) 548-6363 (800) 858-2276 (509) 763-3578 (800) 574-2125 Snowmobile and Sleigh rides See ad Page 49 See ad Page 45 Wi n e r i e s , Ce l l a r s See ad Page 48 Prudential Mike West Real Sandy’s Waffle and Dinner a n d Ta s t i n g Osprey Rafting Co. Estate Haus Ro o m s (800) 743-6269 (800) 962-7359 (509) 548-6779 Cascadia Winery (509) 548-6800 (509) 548-5802 See ad Page 38 See ad Page 23 (509)548-7900 See ad Page 49 See ad Page 28 RiverRider.com Soup Cellar Windermere Real Estate/ (509) 548-6300 Cascade Foothills Farmland (800) 448-RAFT (7238) NCW See ad Page 22 See ad Page 39 Association (509) 548-4663 The Big Y Café (509) 548-6784 (866) 548-7364 (509) 548-5012 See ad Page 27 Ph o t o g r a p h y See ad Page 49 See ad Page 39 Icicle Ridge Winery Icicle Valley Photography (509) 548-7019 Reed Carlson, The Tumwater Inn Re s t a u r a n t s a n d See ad Page 27 (509) 548-0606 Ca t e r i n g (509) 548-4232 Portrait, wedding and See ad Page 35 Ryan Patrick Vineyards commercial imagery Alley Café and Catering Co. Visconti’s (509) 888-2236 www.iciclevalleyphotography. Intimate Italian cuisine (509) 548-1213 See ad Page 28 com (509) 548-6109 See ad Page 39 Wineries, Cellars & Tasting See ad Page 18 Andreas Keller Restaurant Rooms PADH Photography at (509) 548-6000 Sp a a n d Be a u t y (509) 548-6784 AngelHair & Heirlooms See ad Page 37 Ca r e See ad Page 26 (509) 548-0882 Bären Haus Eden Salon and Day Spa Pelican Photo Gallery (509) 548-4535 Wo o d w o r k (509) 548-EDEN (3336) (509) 548-1200 See ad Page 38 See ad Page 34 Custom Woodwork and See ad Page 54 Gift Shop Café Christa Solstice Spa and Suites Studio 1890 Old Time (509) 548-5074 (509) 548-4465 (888) 548-4SPA Photos See ad Page 35 See ad Page 33 (509) 548-7515 (509) 548-3035 Cafe Mozart See ads Pages 34 & 45 a r n h o p See ad Page 20 (509) 548-0600 Y S Step Back In Tyme Photo see ad Page 37 Ta t t o o a n d Wooly Bully Yarns Parlor Cafe Verona and Bakery Pi e r c i n g (509) 548-0895 (866) 44WOOLY (509) 548-4249 (509) 548-1677 See ad Page 31 Leavenworth Tattoo & See ad Page 32 Cured Piercing Haus Pu b l i s h i n g (509) 888-0424 210 Division St. See ad Page 39 NCW Media, Inc. / The (509) 548-4658 See ad Page 31 Leavenworth Echo Ducks and Drakes (509) 548-0270 Bringing the community to e d d i n g s your door. See ad Page 39 W (509) 548-5286 J.J. Hills Restaurant The Wedding Haus (509) 548-4789 fax (509) 548-8000 (509) 548-1501 Visit us on the web at www. See ad Page 41 See ad Page 34 leavenworthecho.com Kahler Glen Restaurant Eden Salon and Day Spa Email us at echo@ leavenworthecho.com (509) 763-8004 (509) 548-EDEN (3336) See our ads on Pages 8, 14 See ad Page 47 See ad Page 34 and 47 King Ludwig’s Restaurant Icicle Ridge Winery (509) 548-6625 (509) 548-7019 See ad Page 38 See ad Page 27 52 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Area Map

Local agency Leavenworth Driving Distances contact numbers at a glance Location Miles Bellingham 162 Cascade Medical (509) 548-5815 Elevation 1,180 • Population 2,179 Center (Hospital) Cashmere 12 Chamber of Commerce (509) 548-5807 Founded 1892, incorporated 1906 Ellensburg 59 Named after land developer Chelan County Sheriff (509) 667-6851 Captain Charles F. Leavenworth Everett 101 City Hall (509) 548-5275 Olympia 232 Fire Department (509) 548-7711 Climate (Fahrenheit) Min. Max. Med. Pangborn Airport U.S. Forest Service (509) 548-6977 January 17.9 33.6 25.8 (East Wenatchee) 30 Library (509) 548-7923 March 27.4 52.5 40 Portland 311 Lake Wenatchee State (509) 763-3101 May 40.5 72.5 56.6 Park July 50.8 87.6 69.2 Port Angeles 257 September 42.5 78.6 60.5 Richland 143 Municipal Pool (509) 548-4142 November 27.6 43.8 35.7 Upper Valley Museum (509) 548-0728 Year 34.4 61.4 48 Seattle 153 Washington State (509) 663-9721 Average days with temperature SeaTac Int'l Airport 138 Patrol Below 32 degrees - 24 days Spokane 192 WSDOT (509) 667-2815 Above 90 degrees - 33 days Tacoma 186 Average days with precipitation Local Churches Snowfall (1" or more) - 31 days Vancouver, B.C. 276 See Church Directory in the Leavenworth Rain (.01" or more) - 19 days Wenatchee 21 Echo newspaper or call the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce, (509) 548-5807. Growing season - 140 days Yakima 86 53 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 Motteler Highway 2 Motteler Village Village 9th Street Shops

Experience some of the most unique images of beautiful scenery and wildlife of the great Western States.

Pelican900 Photo Front St., Suite Gallery B Gi & Gallerie Leavenworth, WA 98826 • (509) 548-2100 www.PelicanPhotoGallery.com The Haus of Angels Etc.

Two locations in Leavenworth OUR MAIN SHOP 906-G FRONT STREET Features: Willow Tree Angels, Figures, Boxes, Ornaments & Plaques, Kneeded Angels, Sarah’s Angels, Foundations, Angels Among Us, Dreamsicles, and much more! (509) 548-5484 VISIT OUR SPECIALTY SHOP 725 FRONT STREET Where we have: Jim Shore Angels, Seraphim Angels, Jewelry, Nativities, Christian Books and Plaques, Manual Weaver Inspirational Banners, all unique to this shop! (509) 548-0989 Toll free (866) 548-5484

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55 Sonnenschein auf Leavenworth 2009 CELEBRATING 23 YEARS OF CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS IN 2009!