Events

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.

Volunteer Registration

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.

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

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

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

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.

MORE INFO

Zoom sessions & recordings about the Sunny M project

Watch a recorded info session presentation HERE.