Getting outside into nature enhances the well-being of both pets and people. Take Jester for example, a dog who arrived as a stray at Wenatchee Valley Humane Society. Alone and lost, he was confused about where he was and where his family had gone. Thanks to donors like you, Jester had a second chance at a loving forever home. While Jester waited for a new family, he had shelter, food and access to medical care, and volunteers who took him out for walks on local trails to keep him healthy in body and mind.

Pets & people need exercise to stay healthy in body and mind. Access to the outdoors is an important part of that health and wellness. It's thanks to donors like you that Chelan-Douglas Land Trust is able to secure and protect land and trails for generations to come. The Land Trust oversees 33 miles of dog-friendly trails in the Wenatchee Foothills alone, and everyone (and their dogs) is always welcome.

The Wenatchee Valley Humane Society and the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust's collaborative endeavor — Pets & People Outdoors — aims to build community by creating opportunities for people and their dogs to come together and experience the beauty of the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust's protected trails. Each event will showcase a dog-friendly trail with hiking opportunities for all fitness levels. Attendees will share trail etiquette tips and learn about the health benefits of experiencing nature alongside beloved canine companions.

"By embarking on this partnership, the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society and Chelan-Douglas Land Trust honor the cherished connection between pets, individuals, and the breathtaking land preserved for future generations. Pets & People Outdoors is a collaborative partnership spotlighting dog-friendly trails, conservation efforts, and the advantages of embracing nature while spending quality time outdoors with our faithful companions," remarked James Pumphrey, Executive Director of WVHS.

Recognizing that pets are indeed family, the collaboration between Chelan-Douglas Land Trust and the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society promotes community engagement by encouraging families to relish our natural spaces.

“As of this spring, all of the Land Trust trails in the Wenatchee Foothills are dog friendly,” said Eunice Youmans, Executive Director at the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust. “This Pets & People Outdoors partnership with the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society is an opportunity to create more opportunities for folks to come together and enjoy our beautiful trails.”