January 17 Outhouse Races For a quarter of a century outhouse racing has taken place annually in Conconully. The event features head-to-head races within stated divisions with champions being crowned by the day's end. The race course is on the snow-covered Main Street of Conconully. Each Outhouse must be equipped with a toilet seat and toilet paper on a hanger and have three members: two “pushers” and one rider. For a fun exciting day join the folks of Conconully for this unique event. Location: Downtown Conconully Website: www.conconully.com Phone: 877-826-9050 January 10, 11 Methow Valley Pursuit MVSTA’s signature Nordic skiing event, with courses spanning the length of the Methow Valley from Sun Mountain to Mazama, and a salmon dinner Saturday evening. An event for all levels of racers. Part of the Nordic Cup Series. Location: 15K classic at Sun Mountain on the 10th, followed by a 30K freestyle Mazama to Winthrop on the 11th Website: www.mvsta.com January 24, 25 Snow Dog Super Mush Mushers come from all over the country, including the North Pole, for these exciting sled races for six and twelve dog teams. Location: Peacock Meadow Sno Park, SW of Conconully, WA Website: www.conconully.com Phone: 877-826-9050 or 509 826-3226 February 12, 13, 14 8th Annual Grand Coulee Dam Area's "Balde" Eagle Festival Eagle watching , art, poetry contests, entertainment; programs, food, a family fun weekend! Location: Grand Coulee Dam Area Website: www.eaglefestival.com Phone: 800 -268-5332 February 14 4th Annual NW Ice Fishing Festival Experience the warmth, culture & history of the Okanogan Highlands with a Fishing Derby, games, dog sledding demonstrations, lots of fun for families. Pancake breakfast (7 a.m. – 10 a.m) & Arts & Crafts booths in Grange Hall (8 – 4). Linda’s Mobile Food & Beverages at the Lake and an all-you-can eat Spaghetti Dinner by Sitzmark Ski Area Volunteers in the Grange Hall from 4 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Location: Sidley Lake, Molson Email: info@edenvalleyranch.net Phone: 509 485-4002 February 15 Doggie Dash A 6 legged ski race for humans and their best canine friend Location: Winthrop Town Trailhead Time: 7:30 – 8:45 registration, 9:00 AM race Website: www.mvnordic.com Phone: 509-996-8080 March 6 - 8 Winthrop Balloon Roundup Over a dozen hot air balloons from around the NW converge upon Winthrop for three days of flying amidst the snow covered hills and peaks. “Balloon Glow” in downtown Winthrop Saturday 6:30pm. Great photo opportunities! Location: Winthrop, WA Contact: Winthrop Chamber Website: www.winthropwashington.com Email: info@winthropwashington.com Phone: 888 463-8469 March 23 - 24 Okanogan County Spring Fair & Home & Garden Show Free admission. Location: Okanogan County Fairgrounds Time: Friday 12pm to 8pm, Saturday 9am to 9pm Phone: 509 422-1621 Website: www.okanogancountyfair.org January 23 Methow Arts Presents Rouge French cabaret music, dance, joie de vivre! Location: The Winthrop Barn Time: 6:00 PM on the 18th and 2 PM on the 21st Website: www.methowvalleyarts.com Phone: 997-PLAY January 23 Sagebrush Celebration A Festival of Western Music, Art and People encompassing an entire evening of music, cowboy poetry, an art show, food with a Western tang, and an opportunity to purchase Western memorabilia, jewelry, clothing, and CDs. Music features Horse Crazy, a rock cowgirl bank with a beat as steady as a good working cow horse! Poetry by Mike Puhallo, British Columbia Cowboy poet of the year. Location: The Omak Performing Arts Center Website: www.omakpac.com Phone: 509-826-0797 February 16 In The Mood Take a retro look at the life & time of America’s “greatest generation”. This show is part of the official entertainment for the World USO’s 50th commemoration of the World War II events. Location: The Omak Performing Arts Center Website: www.omakpac.com Phone: 509-826-0797 March 27 Gilligan’s Island: The Musical An original stage show based on the popular TV sit-com and starring Barry Williams, an iconic actor from another legendary television classic, “The Brady Bunch.” Over 20 original songs. Location: The Omak Performing Arts Center Website: www.omakpac.com Phone: 509-826-0797