Events

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Affordable Housing Public Info Session #2

When: Mon, Jan 29, 2024, 5:30-7pm

The Methow Conservancy invites you to join us at our second public information session about the potential for an affordable neighborhood on the Sunny M property near the Town of Winthrop. As we work on a vision for the neighborhood, we want to hear from you about what matters to the community. If you attended the first session, please continue with us and attend this meeting. We have new questions for you!

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Sunny M Work Party: Barbwire Removal #2

When: Fri, Oct 20, 10am-2pm

Help us remove a section of derelict barbwire on the Patterson Hillside area of the Sunny M Ranch to allow for free movement of wildlife. This area is steep and rugged and will require good fitness and steady footing to access.

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Affordable Housing Public Info Session

When: Mon, Oct 30, 6-7:30pm

The Methow Conservancy invites you to join us at our first public information session about the potential for an affordable neighborhood on the Sunny M property near the Town of Winthrop. We will share some basic information about the site, explore data about existing housing needs and inventory, and gather input from you that will help determine how the Sunny M Ranch can best serve as a piece of the solution to our Valley's affordable housing crisis.

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Sunny M Work Party: Barbwire Removal #1

When: Thu, Oct 12, 10am-2pm

Help us remove a section of derelict barbwire on the Patterson Hillside area of the Sunny M Ranch to allow for free movement of wildlife. This area is steep and rugged and will require good fitness and steady footing to access.

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Sunny M Work Party: Collapsed Shed Clean Up

When: Thu, July 13, 8-10am

Join us for our first volunteer work party on the Sunny M Ranch since we have taken over ownership! We will be cleaning up the debris from an old woodshed that collapsed under last winter's heavy snow.

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Next Generation: Bikes, Beverages, and a Work Party on Sunny M

When: Friday, July 21 @ 4:30pm
Where: Meet at Winthrop National Fish Hatchery

This event is offered in partnership with Methow Trails for the Next Generation of Methow Valley conservationists (ages 18-40). It's a chance to connect with other young people in the Methow, enjoy a bike ride, a beverage, and help clean up historic dumpsites left on Sunny M. Cold drinks will be provided. We will bike approximately 7 miles total, partially on dirt paths and partially on the road. If you would like to join but don't have a bicycle, please reach out and we'll find one for you to ride!

Free RSVP at this link
. Contact Bridger with any questions about the event.

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The Sunny M Ranch Story with Methow Conservancy Associate Director Ashley Lodato

Wednesday, July 5, 2023, 9-10am

Meet at the Winthrop National Fish Hatchery - Directions HERE

Learn about the Sunny M Ranch property and ranch buildings as well as the incredible community effort that will result in the Methow Conservancy owning and holding the land on behalf of the community, both human and wild. This is a walking tour of a portion of the property that is generally flat and fairly even, but it is not a paved trail. Wear sturdy walking shoes and bring: water, sun hat, sunscreen, bug protection if desired. Carpool to the Winthrop National Fish Hatchery parking area if possible.

Registration required - REGISTER HERE

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The Sunny M Ranch Story with Methow Conservancy Executive Director Sarah Brooks

Monday, July 3, 2023, 9-10am

Meet at the Winthrop National Fish Hatchery - Directions HERE

Learn about the Sunny M Ranch property and ranch buildings as well as the incredible community effort that will result in the Methow Conservancy owning and holding the land on behalf of the community, both human and wild. This is a walking tour of a portion of the property that is generally flat and fairly even, but it is not a paved trail. Wear sturdy walking shoes and bring: water, sun hat, sunscreen, bug protection if desired. Carpool to the Winthrop National Fish Hatchery parking area if possible.

Registration required - REGISTER HERE

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The Wildlife of the Sunny M Ranch with Wildlife Biologist Scott Fitkin

Sunday, July 2, 2023, 4-5:30pm

Walk some of the wildlife habitat of the Sunny M Ranch property and learn about the animals who call it home. The walking will be moderately strenuous. It's on a double-track trail, but the surface is not entirely even and there are some moderate uphills. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring: water, sunscreen, bug spray or bug shirt, sunhat.

Registration required - REGISTER HERE

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A Night for Sunny M

On Saturday, May 6th, Arrowleaf Bistro, East 20 Pizza, Twisp River Tap House, 1908 BBQ & Bourbon, and all three Old Schoolhouse Brewery locations in Twisp, Winthrop, and Mazama will provide information at your table about the Sunny M Ranch project.

There won't be an official presentation or donation request. It's simply an opportunity for you to read information about a conservation opportunity on 1200 acres of land near the Town of Winthrop--land that is widely used and loved by the community, land that supports wildlife, farming, and recreation. You could even watch our 6-minute campaign video over appetizers.

Big thanks to our local business sponsor restaurants for helping us share the story of the Campaign for Sunny M Ranch. Collaborations like this are one of the many ways that businesses and non-profit organizations support each other for community benefit.

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Interested in learning more about Imagine the Methow: the Campaign for Sunny M Ranch? Join us at one of our upcoming community information sessions. We'll present the project, answer your questions, and listen to your memories of and hopes for this beautiful piece of land. All community information sessions are free and open to the public.

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Zoom sessions & recordings about the Sunny M project

Watch a recorded info session presentation HERE.

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Mazama Imagines:

Information session & social
Sunday, January 15, 2023 3-5pm

Mazama Community Club, Mazama
Free & open to the public

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Twisp Imagines:

Information session & social
Friday, February 10, 2023 6-8pm

Twisp Grange, Twisp
Free & open to the public

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Winthrop Imagines:

Information session & social
Sunday, February 12, 2023 1pm

Winthrop Barn, Winthrop
Free & open to the public

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Wenatchee Imagines:

Information session & social
Wednesday, March 22, 2023 6pm

Pybus Market Boardroom
Free & open to the public

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Seattle Imagines I:

Information session & social
Sunday, April 23, 2023 4pm

REI, 22 Yale Ave North, Seattle
Free & open to the public

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Seattle Imagines II:

Information session & social
Monday, April 24, 2023 7pm

The Bush School, 3400 East Harrison St, Seattle
Free & open to the public

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We’re excited to launch Imagine the Methow: A Campaign for Sunny M Ranch. We have until June 15, 2023 to preserve these possibilities for our community. To join us and to learn more about the Campaign for Sunny M Ranch, visit methowconservancy.org/sunnym. To make a multi-year pledge, contact Executive Director Sarah Brooks to schedule a meeting: email Sarah Brooks or call 509-996-2870. Or click here to access a pledge form.

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