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"101 Things To Do" | | Lake Chelan abounds with activities for families and children of all ages. The favorite, of course, is playing in the lake!
But for those who enjoy more challenging play, there is everything from golf, fishing, bike riding, rollerblading, and bowling!
Summer Fun Program for Kids 2009
by Chelan Valley Independent School
www.cvis.org
Science Adventures(tm) for 6-12 year olds:
Fabulous Physics (June 22-26)
Gizmos Robot Factory (July 13-17)
Powerful Planets (July 27-31)
Space & Rocketry (August 3-7)
Monart(tm) Art Classes for 3-18 year olds:
Session 1 June 15-19
Session 2 July 20-24
Day Camp for 3-12 Year Olds: Starts June 15th
Our Sponsors
Banjo Creek Farms
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Green Avenue, Manson
(509) 630-7679
The farm has a variety of attractions to please young and old alike. A 7000+ sq. ft. antiques and gift shop area provide shopping for the adults while the kids (and adults) can enjoy gold panning, a petting zoo, a corn maze and other family-style attractions. We also have hayrides, ranch-style Bar-B-Q, horseback riding, horse boarding, winter sleigh rides and many other fun things to do.
Chelan Bicycle Adventures
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(509) 888-6904
Want to do something fun and healthy with your friends and family? Try a
bicycle tour and get the insiders perspective. Local tour guides are knowledgeable
about the history and landscape of the area and love to share.
Whether you are an experienced rider or a beginner you will enjoy fully supported
casual bicycle adventures in Chelan Valley and beyond. Choose from
classic half day tours or let them assist you in planning the perfect
customized outing for your club, business, family or friends. Experience Lake
Chelan up close, there is no better way than by bike.
Slidewaters
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102 Waterslide Drive
Chelan, WA 98816
Summer Phone: (509) 682-5751
Open Memorial Day to Labor Day
Winter Phone; (206) 821-1796
Hours: Open Memorial Day weekend 10a-7pm until Labor Day. Waterslides: 'Purple Haze' (420' of darkness), Thunder Rapids, Tube Blaster, downhill racer and more. 60 person spa, arcade, volleyball, food, group area and a kiddies aqua zoo.
Don Morse Park
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Along Manson Highway, Chelan
Walking distance from downtown.
Picnic tables and covered picnic area, basketball court, playground equipment, swings, protected swimming and beach areas with a dock, restrooms and pop machines.
Hours: Daily until 11pm
Parking: $3
"The Green" Championship Putting Course
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Our 18 hole Championship Putting Course overlooks beautiful Lake Chelan. It features bent grass greens, sand bunkers, water hazards and gentle slopes. Whether you are a novice player or the most skilled putter, you will find fun and challenge on our course. A great activity for the whole family.
If you are interested in a tournament for your business, company picnic, service organization, church group or fundraiser please call us at 509-682-8023 so we can help you set it up.
Bowling
Chelan Lanes
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518 West Manson Highway, Chelan
Hours: 1pm to 10pm Daily
(509) 682-2251
Lake Chelan's Fun Bowling Center. Updated with the newest in equipment from the lanes and automatic scorers to bumpers for the little ones! Thunder Alley Bowling on selected nights with Laser Lights! - Music! - Fun for everyone! Food, beer and wine served on-site at Mr. J's casual dining restaurant.
Rollerblade
Riverwalk Park allows rollerbladers on its' one-mile loop trail.
Mural Walk
Downtown Chelan
A Self-directed tour. Each of the 14 murals in this —Pathway through Lake Chelan Mural Project” must contain the image of an apple in some form - can you find them all? Pick up a mural map at the Visitor Information Center.
Fishing
Riverwalk Park
Riverwalk Park is a one-mile loop trail which features many great fishing holes for the kids. Check the Washington Department of Wildlife Game Fish Regulations for restrictions and catch limits.
Contact: Wenatchee District Office, 662-0452.
Mother's Day Kid's Fishing Derby
Every Mother's Day - Lake Chelan Municipal Golf Course.
Kids fish for free - fun, fishing tips and prizes
Parks
Riverwalk Park
Picnic areas and restrooms on site
Located between the two city bridges, downtown.
A one-mile trail is a popular with walkers and rollerbladers.
Don Morse City Park
Picnic areas, swimming hole, boat docking, miniature golf, restrooms and RV and tent camping.
Located in Downtown Chelan
Lakeside Park
Picnic area, swimming hole, restrooms Located on Highway 97 road just west of Chelan.
Public Parks in Chelan Falls, Lakeside and Manson offer:
- Volleyball
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Swing, Slide & Climb
Manson Parks & Recreation
There are several parks for swimming, picnics, and playing in Manson.
Click Here for more information
Interpretive Center
Field's Point Landing is 16 miles from Chelan along the south shore. It is the farthest uplake place to catch a ride on a Lady of the Lake Boat. It offers extended parking for visitors to uplake destinations.
The National Parks Department has created an interpretive center about the Lake Chelan Valley, it's geographic origins and information about native peoples of the area. There are picnic tables, benches and a paved pathway offering a pleasant scenic walk around the "point".
Holden Village manages Field’s Point. There is a kiosk at the site with some information about the lake. There is someone in the office at Field’s Point from 8-10am and 4-6pm for people taking the boat otherwise no one is there. The office phone number is 509-687-3019. There is also a nice picnic area. Since cars are parked overnight, the gates are locked at 6pm.
Concessions are open in conjuction with boat landings.
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