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Busy week ahead

by Richard Uhlhorn

Rally Alley in Don Morse Park.

Tuesday – 6.18.24
The visiting Paraglider pilots competing in the OZONE Chelan Open through Friday will continue to fly a variety of aerial tasks starting from the top of Chelan Butte. Look to the sky between noon and 1 p.m. to see the gaggle form above the Butte before the start of each day’s task set forth by the organizer.

At 6 p.m. there will be a major meeting of organizations and agencies at Manson’s Grange Hall. This community forum will include representatives from the Manson Community Council, Manson Parks, Manson Chamber of Commerce and Chelan County Fire District No. 5. The hope is that the community will be able to come together and have more of a say in what happens. Councilmember and Fire Commissioner Chris Willoughby (candidate for Chelan County Commissioner Position 3) will moderate.

A public meeting will be held at 5 p.m. Tuesday June 18 at the North Cascades National Park Golden West Visitor Center near Stehekin to discuss and update the community on the Pioneer Fire burning south of the community.

A great place to grab a beer and food.
Paddle boards are available from Lakerider Sports in Don Morse Park

Wednesday – 6.19.24
A major meeting concerning the disturbing increase and, in some cases, cancellation of homeowners insurance will take place at the Chelan Fire Hall beginning at 3 p.m. This meeting brings State Representatives Michael Steele and Keith Goehner to discuss how the State Legislature can bring change to the way the insurers decide on massive rate increases and/or cancellations.

Thursday – 6.20.24
It is Ladies Night at Lakeside Surf. Lakeside Surf General Information. Spectators are always free. It is a great spot to get an early morning coffee from the Vine Coffee Kiosk and watch the dawn patrol surf the largest standing wave in the United States. Lunch is available at the Taco Truck and Two-Can Jenny’s offers soft drinks and beer. No Cash accepted…only Cards.

Ladies night a Lakeside Surf

Friday – 6.21.24
The annual Lake Chelan Art Show begins in Riverwalk Park and will continue through Sunday, June 23.
The OZONE Chelan Open Paragliding Competition ends.

Saturday – 6.22.24
The U.S. Open of Paragliding begins with a practice day on Saturday with the professional competition beginning on Sunday, June 23 through Friday, June 28. This year’s annual competition has 128 pilots confirmed from 24 different countries. US Open of Paragliding – 2024 (airtribune.com)

Cycle Chelan begins at 8 a.m. from Don Morse Park as bicyclist ride out to their chosen ride.

The annual Rotary event, Cycle Chelan begins at 8 a.m. as hundreds of cyclists hit the roads in and around Chelan, Manson and the South Shore. Be aware and careful while driving.

Other fun stuff:
Just visiting Chelan for some well earned vacation time. Check out these amenities that make memories while you visit:

  • Lakerider Sports – Paddleboard and kayak rentals. Rent Kayaks and Paddleboards – LakeRider Sports Chelan
  • Shoreline Watercraft & Boat Rentals in Chelan, Manson and Wapato Point. www.shorelinewatercraft.com
  • Chelan Mini Golf and Rally Alley at Don Morse Park
  • Lake Chelan Golf Course
  • Echo Ridge Trail System – great family hike and bike friendly trails
  • Visit a winery. My favorites – Vin du Lac Winery; Hard Row to Hoe; Karma; Benson; and Lake Chelan Winery, all of which are AVA estate wineries.
  • There are plenty of restaurants to tickle your taste buds.