LAKE CHELAN ELDERHOSTEL
Program #: 7064RJ
10/16/2011

From Farms to Vineyard, From Apples to Grapevines
The world’s best apples and grapes are grown in Chelan! Study the climate, fine-tuned warehouse operations and natural freshwater irrigation with horticulturist. Guided field trips to Tunnel Hill Winery and Chelan Fruit Plant. Visit the vineyards.
      Expert-led walking exploration with staff from Chelan Fruitpacking plant on grated walkways above the floor activities; steps have handrail guards. Wine tasting and tour at various local wineries. Explore the local orchards and groves and pick-your-own-fruit.
Lake Chelan's Geological Ice Age: Fire And Floods
Learn the impact of Ice Age floods and fires. Lake Chelan is linked from glaciers to orchards and vineyards. Enjoy a scenic uplake boat trip to Stehekin on this glacier-carved lake, 3rd deepest in US. View surrounding 9000' peaks and Rainbow Falls.
     On the Lady of the Lake Express, enjoy the boat trip to Stehekin from Chelan
Columbia River Indians & Hydroelectric Power
Examine the history of local tribes at the Chelan Historical Museum. Guided tour with Edu. Director at Rocky Reach Dam for informative overview. View fish window and salmon ladder with a fish biologist. Enjoy Native American exhibits at their museum.

Stay and study at a turn of the century 1901 landmark hotel, Campbell's - A Resort on Lake Chelan, operated today as a premier resort with spectacular views of the lake, beautiful rolling hills and mountains from each room.

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