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Newsletter
Winter 2015
From a Volunteer’s Perspective by Barry Storer
W
hat do you do when you find yourself around
these parts with some unfilled time and a
love of outdoor exercise, preferably with like-minded
companions?
Well, you could round up some friends and spend
a few hours hiking or biking the many miles of
trails that the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust (CDLT)
manages, just minutes from any part of town…
OR…you could join a CDLT volunteer work party
and help build and maintain those same trails,
getting good outdoor exercise with a group of likeminded companions!
My first volunteer work party was at Saddle Rock in
the Fall of 2013. Hanne Beener, CDLT trails and
stewardship coordinator, handed out tools and work
gloves and explained the task for the day: breaking
up the hard-packed dirt on some of the undesirable
“social trails” that were candidates for restoration,
so that they could be reseeded with native grasses
later in the fall when the ground was moister. This
was hard work – some of the dirt was almost as hard
as concrete! But with perseverance and patience,
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Timber
legacy
6 eagle
rock
each person doing their part, the pick-mattocks and
Macleod tools did their jobs. Possibly, some of us
were a little sore the next day…
Undeterred, I have joined a dozen or more work
parties since then, building and maintaining trails
throughout the CDLT trail network, including Castle
Rock, Sage Hills, and Horse Lake. For me, building
new trail by hand is perhaps the most enjoyable.
This takes a lot of teamwork – each person or group
of people adding a little more to the process. The
first few in the work crew break up the ground and
remove brush if necessary, the next few establish the
basic tread profile, and the final group smoothes the
trail surface and spreads the excavated soil.
. . . If you are working at the head of
the line, the most amazing thing at
the end of the day is to walk back to
the starting point – where a new trail
has appeared as if by magic!
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Donors
& annual
report
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10 upper
valley
38,000
acres
11 outings
events
volunteer
Our
bond
with
nature
Bob Bugert
Executive Director
“What I see
in Nature is
a magnificent
structure that we can
comprehend only
very imperfectly,
and that must fill a
thinking person with
a feeling of humility.
This is a genuinely
religious feeling that
has nothing to do
with mysticism.”
–Albert Einstein
O
n one of these long winter nights, I pulled myself
from the comfort of my home woodstove to
climb a ridgeline which I just knew was above the valley
fog. I was awestruck on that clear moonless night to see
the Milky Way strewn with stars as thick as sand on a
beach. I reveled in the beauty of Nature and the night
sky, and wondered at their mystery and power.
My relationship with the natural world is my own, but
it could be very much like yours. That I do not know.
…what I do know is that
there are immeasurable ways
we see this overwhelming
power of Nature.
Under the leadership of Board Member Steve Milner, we have
been exploring the diversity of our membership’s perception
of this land we call home, and our intrinsic and extrinsic
connection with our natural world. Our Cosmos. Our Gaia.
Those of you who attended our Annual Dinner last fall
participated in a facilitated discussion about our bond with
Nature, using notable quotes from prominent conservationists,
from Aldo Leopold to Gifford Pinchot. As to be expected,
Land Trust members are diverse and relate to our natural world
in many ways.
Many find a spiritual side to Nature, an emotional elicitation
that is part of what it means to be human. Some feel wonder
and reverence when beholding a sunset or grasping a glimpse of
an owl; others find joy when working the land and sensing that
satisfaction of stewardship. Some enjoy Nature best alone; others
love to share their natural world with friends. It is all good, all
correct, all part of the natural world of which we are part.
We are witnessing a change in our region. Conservation
has become one of the keystones of our community. The
commitment to conservation is embraced by a broad spectrum
of people. As in Nature, our diversity strengthens us.
Thank you for your generosity and commitment to our work
to enhance our livable community in this beautiful corner
of the world.
Photo by Frank Cone
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Found on many Land
Trust properties, this
northern pygmy owl
has eye-shaped
markings on the back
of its head to ward off
predators.
Photo by Peter Bauer
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Leaving a Legacy at
Tall Timber Ranch
T
hirty-five years ago, a young couple fell in love
with Tall Timber Ranch, a Christian camp
nestled at the confluence of the Napeequa and
White Rivers and surrounded by lush meadows,
massive cedars and towering peaks. Becky and Stan
Fishburn retired this month as directors of the camp
– but not before they and the board made sure that
the land along the rivers would always be preserved
in their pristine form for generations to come.
Tall Timber and the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust
recently completed the second phase of a project
that protects over two miles of riverfront and crucial
salmon habitat from future development.
Becky Fishburn says that protecting the future
of the camp gives her comfort and a sense of
accomplishment and she is thankful that the camp
will continue to be able to inspire people to love and
steward the land. “It provides Tall Timber Ranch
a financial settlement that will help us accomplish
our goals, while allowing us to keep the land in our
ownership … it is a legacy of security for the camp
as a camp, for the future.”
Ray Birks, a Wenatchee School District employee,
says that holding Foothills Middle School’s 6th
Grade Camp at Tall Timber for the last 15 years has
been a special experience for many students because
it’s their first time out in the woods and away from
the city. “Having the rivers nearby is a major benefit
for students as it gives them the opportunity to study
the salmon habitat and learn why protecting natural
places is important.”
The Chelan-Douglas Land Trust has enjoyed
working with Tall Timber Ranch throughout this
process, and is grateful to be a part of preserving this
beautiful place forever.
Tall Timber has been introducing people –
especially kids – to nature since the 1960s.
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Photo by Peter Bauer
Welcome New
Members
Richard & Katherine Acosta
Anne & David Barnett
Stanley Bastian & Alicia Nakata
Ann Baye
David Bentsen
Bob & Casey Bockoven
Barbara Bonifaci
Katherine Bremer Breda
Leesa Broker
Scot Brower
Russ & Kally Bryan
John & Ann Callahan
Rita Campbell
Krista Chase
Shannon Claeson
Chris Clark
Gary & Ann Colley
Devon Comstock
Bill Deters
Ted Dodge
James Elwyn
Guy Evans
Eugene & Kathleen Fairchild
Jay & Laura Fulbright
Ramiro & Celia Garcia
June 2014 through January 2015, these individuals have
joined the Land Trust. Thank you for your generous support!
David & Ellen Graybill
Dolores Halstead
Karl Halupka
Tim Hollingsworth
Carolyn Hudson
Michelle Jensen
Alex Johnston
Mark & Dorothy Johnston
Jock Kinne
Sonja Kniep
Scott Kreiter & Amy Lewis
Terry Leverenz
Daniz Lopez
Cindy Luksus
Lani & Abigail Lynch
Beth Macinko
James & Kathy McKenna
Heather McPherron
Bill Miller
Kelly Millman
Kenneth Morgan
David & Irene Morrow
Nancy Navarro-Ortiz
Elizabeth Neff
James Norland
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Helen Osborne
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Greg Stewart
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Kate Tollefson
Ami VanderSluis
Jon & Joyce Vognild
Colleen Walsh Neely
Patrick & Donna Wendt
Walter & Shirley Wittgow
Mary Woods
Lance Wyman
Eagle Rock
Conservation
EasemenT
that is surrounded on three sides
by the Swakane Wildlife Area. The
land remains privately owned, and
will be managed for wildlife and is
not open to the public.
T
hanks to the vision and
generosity of a local family, over
one square mile of open space and
wildlife habitat above Sunnyslope is
now permanently protected for mule
deer and other wildlife.
We appreciate the spectacular views of the open foothills
and mountains surrounding Wenatchee but as the
population of the valley continues to grow, more of
these wild lands are being converted to other uses. A few
exceptional landowners however have a different vision
for their land and take extraordinary actions to protect
our natural areas.
Without the permanent land
protection agreement, development
could occur on the property
making it and the adjoining
public land much less valuable for
wildlife. While some animals become habituated to people
and use our backyards, parks, and pastures (think urban
deer), most animals including migratory mule deer stay
away from people, pets, and traffic. On Burch Mountain
the effect of this displacement could push deer and other
wildlife back another half mile and effectively reduce the
habitat value on hundreds of additional acres.
In December the Nelson family donated a conservation
easement to the Land Trust on 750 acres of wildlife
habitat on the lower slopes of Burch Mountain. This
remarkable gift permanently protects this private land
Now, as you drive north out of Wenatchee and look
toward the grass and sage covered hills, remember that a
big chunk of this stunning view is protected forever by this
remarkable donation from a conservation-minded family.
From a Volunteer’s
Perspective
the less strenuous work might involve putting up signs,
removing noxious plants, trail maintenance, taking
photos, or making lunches for the party. Whatever
the work, you will meet some great people, and can
take satisfaction in contributing to the mission of the
CDLT, whether you are a member or not. The CDLT
is an incredible organization, and I am pleased to play
even a small role in all that it has accomplished and
will continue to accomplish for our community. I plan
to be back on the trail this year.
(continued from p. 1)
I should note that the oxymoron “work party” is
right on target. There’s a lot of work, but there’s also
a lot of camaraderie and conversation among the
group – usually a combination of some “regulars” and
newcomers. The pace is unhurried, and there are breaks
whenever needed for water, snacks, or even lunches on
some of the longer outings (all supplied by the CDLT).
You also get to stop to admire the view, identify
flowers or birds or bugs, and tell stories: “…we were
building the new trail at Castle Rock and I uncovered a
rattlesnake in its burrow” (that’s a true story of mine I
enjoy sharing). Did I mention there are snacks?
For more information about volunteering please contact
Hanne Beener, Trails & Stewardship Coordinator at
[email protected]. You can also check out upcoming
volunteer opportunities at cdlandtrust.org/whats-new.
Barry Storer was one of two CDLT Volunteers
of the Year in 2014. A recent Wenatchee
transplant, Barry telecommutes as a statistician
at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research
Center in Seattle.
Although most of the work is outdoors and entails
at least some physical exercise, there are work parties
and tasks to suit just about any fitness level, and
volunteers range in age from teens to 80’s. Some of
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Thank You For Your Support!
We are very grateful to the following individuals, businesses, and grantors whose generous contributions were received
in 2014. Your support is key to our ability to protect our land, our water, and our future - Thank You!
$300,000 and above
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Judy Jensen • Margaret Kerr • Judith & Richard Milner • John &
Deanna Oppenheimer • Barbara Smith • Jane & Fred Van Sickle •
Jesse Wolff
Abbreviated Summary of Financial Activities as
of December 31, 2014
2014 Annual Report
Support & Revenue
Abbreviated Statement of Financial Position
Assets
12/31/2013
Unrestricted donations & grants
12/31/2014
Cash & other current assets
$671,889
$536,189
Pledges & other receivables
599,097
169,658
Endowment Fund
3,679,655
3,695,626
Stewardship Fund
1,257,591
1,588,833
192,146
211,827
Property
16,573,091
16,529,500
Total Assets
22,973,469
22,731,633
190,484
212,932
22,782,985
22,555,225
$22,973,469
$22,768,157
Liabilities & deferred revenue
Net Assets
Total Liabilities & Net Assets
16%
1,622,515
72%
Investment Income
305,308
13%
Unrealized gains (losses) on investments
(35,495)
-2%
$2,257,375
100%
Restricted contributions & grants for land
acquisition, stewardship, endowment & other
Investments
Reserve Fund
365,047
Total Revenue
Expenses and Acquisitions
Program (easement & land acquisition,
land conservation, stewardship,
education)
Management and General
Fundraising
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$2,339,594
92%
120,303
5%
75,928
3%
Total Expenses
2,535,825
100%
Net increase in Assets*
($278,450)
*Assets reduced due to transfer of ownership of foothills property
to City of Wenatchee
2014 Contributors
Sarah & Travis Knoop • Pat & Don Koehler • Sean Koester • Thomas &
Victoria Kohr • Mike & Barb Kolk • Scott Kreiter & Amy Lewis • Jim
Krieger & Kim Wickland-in honor of James • Chuck & Lou Largent •
Sue Lawson • Bill Layman & Susan Evans • William & Carol Lehmann
• Rachel Leisso • Sarah Leyrer • Nancy & Dave Lill • Kathy & Jake
Lodato • Kim Lohse & Phil Archibald • Grace Lynch • Mike Lynch &
Deb Carlson • Beth Macinko • Christine Mallon • Jody & Clarence
Marquardt • Lynn Maser • Amy & Dayle Massey • Ruth E. May &
Margee Laney • Connie McCauley • Terri & Charles McKay • Heather
McPherron • Connie Mehmel • Jan Meredith-Evans • Robert Meshew
• Jeff & Chy Mettler-in honor of Hannah • Judith & Richard Milner •
Yuna Min & Phil Venditti • James & Karen Mollander • Alan Monek
• Deborah Kay Moore • Kenneth Morgan • Cheryl & Steve Morris •
Joe & Kristi Morrison • Connie Mulholland • Mary Murphy & Larry
Hibbard • Bill & Susan Murray • Michael Muscari & Mary Fran Joseph
• Peter Musland • Paul Myhre • Ron & Barbara Myles • Janet Nazy •
Mike & Pam Newman • Gayle Northcutt • Virginia O’Kelly • Ray &
Sue Oliver • Christine & Scott Olson • Monte & Judith Olson • Joyce
O’Neal • Charlie Osgood & Julie Mitchell • Patty Ostendorff • Debra
& James Palmason • Joe & Natalie Palmer-in honor of Lauren Reynolds
& Sam Dilly’s marriage • Lindsey Paxton • Betsy Peirce • Doug & Ann
Pelton • Paul Phillips • Patricia Plumb • Barbara & Donald Pool •
Port of Chelan County • Anne & Leon Preston • Mark Price • Patricia
Quinn-Williams • Chris Rader • Geoff & Tina Richardson • Larry &
Laurie Riegert • Robert & Florence Robinson • Jim Rosenau • Barbara
Rossing & Lauren Johnson • Robert Rowe • Matias & Sarah Rudback
• Carla Ruhs • Nick & Diana Runions • Joanne & Alex Saliby • Susan
Sampson • Linda Sarratt • Larry Savage & Angela Morris • Hillary
Schwirtlich • Robert Scott • Rachel & Arnie Scown • Richard Scranton
• Larry & Priscilla Selden • Mary Sue Senseney • Shelley & Gordon
Seslar • Marilyn Sherling • Mel Shiley • Robert & Jeanette Shores •
Emily & Vitek Siroky • Hans Slette & Ellen Gass • Chuck Slowe •
Barbara Smith • Grace Smith • Robert Smith & Marcia Rivers Smith
• Ross Snyer • Richard Solazzi & Maude Anderson • Craig Soper •
Jean & Russ Speidel • Richard & Kathryn Spencer • Jacob Sperati-in
honor of Seahorse • David & Mary Ann Spies • Hugh Spitzer & Ann
Scales • Kelsay & Ben Stanton • Linda & Richard Stearns • Betsy &
Michael Steele • Craig & Patrice Stevenson • Teresa Summers • John
Taylor & Annette Jouard • Patricia Taylor • Judy & Jim Terry • Lisa
Therrell & Richard Haydon • Gwyneth Thorsen • Michelle & Eric
Tiegel • Kerry & Michael Travers • Pat Vetter & Marshall Brown •
T
he Land Trust is pleased to announce the Upper
Wenatchee Community Lands Plan (UWCLP),
a major visioning project for the Upper Wenatchee
River community. Over the next 16 months we will
work with The Trust for Public Land and Chelan
County to gather input from citizens, community
leaders and landowners to develop a shared vision and
priorities to guide future ownership and management
decisions, primarily of large-scale forested land but also
other conservation and recreation lands. This effort is
modeled after two similar highly successful initiatives to
gather community values and develop a landscape level
plan – the Wenatchee Foothills Community Strategy
and the Stemilt-Squilchuck Community Vision. A shared
vision for
38,000 acres
...a major visioning project for
the Upper Wenatchee River
community.
The catalyst for this effort is the potential
transition of about 38,000 acres of
forested land recently sold by Longview
Fibre to Weyerhaeuser. Much of the
Weyerhaeuser land is adjacent to U.S.
Forest Service lands and may be for sale
in the not too distant future. The way that this forested
checkerboard is managed will affect many public
priorities, including an economy supported by local
jobs and businesses, vibrant recreation opportunities,
thriving populations of fish and wildlife, and reduced
threat of catastrophic wildfire. We want to take a
proactive approach to collecting the community’s
values for these lands and creating a vision that will
guide future land uses within the watershed.
Weyerhaeuser Land
on Nason Ridge
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These lands are clustered in three areas: Peshastin
Creek/Blewett Pass, the Chumstick Valley, and Nason/
Coulter Creek. There will be a major public meeting in
each of these areas, a survey for community members
to provide input in writing or online, and outreach to
existing community groups in each area. Values such as
wildlife, recreation, water resources, working lands, fire
hazard, and development potential will be mapped for
each area. Members of a diverse Steering Committee
will provide input at several points in the process. In
the end, we will have a vision and an implementation
plan to make it happen. We will keep you updated,
and you can watch for dates and documents on the
Chelan County Natural Resources’ webpage: http://
www2.co.chelan.wa.us/nr/planning/upper_wenatchee_
community_lands_plan/default.htm
outings
Events &
VOLUNTEER
Opportunities
VOLUNTEER
Join us for outings, learning opportunities and work
parties. For details, updates, and to sign-up, go to:
cdlandtrust.org/get-involved or call 509-667-9708.
Outings
events
Trail
Thursdays
GEOLOGY
WALK
Film
Series
Afternoon
restoration work:
• Mar 12 Foothills,
3-5:30pm
• Mar 26 Jacobson
or Castle Rock,
3-6pm
• Apr 9 Sage
Hills, 3-6pm
Saddle Rock
Natural Area
• Apr 17
11:30am-2:30pm
“Birders – the
Central Park Effect”
• Mar 17 7-9pm
@ Wenatchee
Valley Museum
SATURDAY
Work Parties
Trail & restoration
projects.
• Mar 21
Castle Rock,
9am-3pm
• Apr 4
Broadview /
Maiden Lane,
9am-3pm
Shrub
steppe’n up
Help students
explore nature
@ Saddle Rock
• Apr 14, 15, 16
8am-2pm
Earth Day
Walk
mule deer
summit
Evening walk
@ Jacobson
Preserve
• Apr 22
6-7:30pm
Learn more about
these graceful
creatures
• Mar 5 6:30pm
@ Pybus Public
Market
wildflower
Walk
SPRING
SOCIAL
Wildflowers &
stunning views
@ the Sam Hill
property
• Apr 25 1-4pm
Come for fun &
bring a friend!
• Apr 10 7-9pm
@ Cashmere
Riverside
Center
Naturalist
walk
Film
Series
Butterflies, Bugs
& Blooms
@ Entiat Stormy
Preserve
• May 16
9am-12pm
“Mother
Nature’s Child”
• Apr 21 7-9pm
@ Wenatchee
Valley Museum
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P.O. Box 4461
18 N. Wenatchee Ave.
Wenatchee, WA 98807
(509) 667-9708
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Save
the Date!
SPRING SOCIAL
cashmere riverside center
April 10, 2015, 7-9pm
meet new friends, connect with old friends