About Skamania County, WA

Here are some events and activities happening in Skamania County this May.

Saturday, May 10, 2008-Martin's Hike and Bike is now offering a wildflower discovery hike at Columbia Hills/Horse Thief Lake State Park. Transportation, snack, beverage and trailhead fees are all included in the $40 per person price. The tour bus leaves the front entrance of Skamania Lodge at 9:00 am and returns around 1:00 pm. Space is limited to 20 people per trip so register in advance at Skamania Lodge's front desk. For more information visit http://www.martinshikeandbike.com/ .

Sunday, May 11, 2008-2nd Annual Carson to Stevenson Ridge Trail Run The race begins at 8:00 am (registration is at 7:30 am) at the Legion Building parking lot in Carson. Cost is $15 including a t-shirt or $10 without a t-shirt. Call 509-427-3980 to register or for more information. You can also register online at http://www.skamaniacountyparks.com/. Pre-registered participants are guaranteed a t-shirt. T-shirts will be available while supplies last the day of the race.

Saturday, May 17, 2008-Columbia Gorge Health Expo & Fitness Fair 2008 9:00 am - 2:00 pm at the Skamania County Fairgrounds There will be demonstrations of Turbo Kick and Tae Kwon Do classes, an exercise circuit, Red Cross Blood Drive, blood pressure check ups, and you can enjoy a healthy and delicious breakfast courtesy of Curves. Many health and wellness vendors who will be here to share knowledge and answer questions. For more information, call 509-427-3979. If you wish to donate blood call the Red Cross at 1-800-GIVE-LIFE to schedule an appt. time.

Saturday, May 17, 2008-Free Admission as The Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center Museum will be celebrating their 13^th Anniversary. Visit the museum between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm There will be demonstrations of traditional handcrafts, new exhibits, and live music. At 2:30 p.m. there will be a presentation on David Douglas's botanical explorations in the Pacific Northwest. Check http://www.columbiagorge.org/ for the Interpretive Center’s full schedule of events and exhibits.

Sunday, May 18 , 2008- 3^rd Annual Pop Golf Scramble hosted by the Skamania Lodge. Starts at 8:00 a.m. This 4 person scramble benefits the Bridge of the Gods Little League. $50 per player if you register before May 16 or $60 per player after May 16. The price includes 18 holes with cart, sleeve of golf balls, one raffle entry and chances to win some great prizes.

Sunday, May 18, 2008-The Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center Museum At 2:00 p.m. there will be presentation by the US Geological Survey scientists with dramatic pictures of the Mt. St. Helens eruption which happened May, 18, 1980 taken by Ed McLarney. This event is free with paid admission.

Sunday, May 18, 2008- Skamania Performing Arts Foundation welcomes Grammy Award winning Tingstad and Rumbel to Bonneville Hot Springs Resort and Spa at 7:00 pm. Tickets are available for $24 per adult and $10 per student. Discounts are offered on subscriptions as well as for seniors, AAA, SPAF and Chamber members. Visit http://www.skamaniaarts.org/ to purchase tickets or to find out more about the Guest Artist Series and the performers.

Saturday, May 24, 2008-Martin's Hike and Bike is offering a guided tours to Tom McCall Point. Transportation, snack, beverage and trailhead fees are all included in the $40 per person price. The tour bus leaves the front entrance of Skamania Lodge at 9:00 am and returns around 1:00 pm. Space is limited to 20 people per trip so register in advance at Skamania Lodge's front desk. For more information visit http://www.martinshikeandbike.com/ .

Here's the latest sales data from the RMLS for Skamania County. In April 2008 there were 4 total sales. There are currently 4 sale pendings in Skamania County- 1-Stevenson, 1-Carson, 2-Skamania

The four homes that sold April 2008 in Skamania County were:

Stevenson- 2 single family homes- Listed-$249,000 Sold-$215,000 DOM-332 and Listed-$394,200 Sold-$344,200 DOM-1

North Bonneville- 1 sale Listed-$359,900 Sold-$329,900 DOM-172

Unincorporated North- 1 sale

Things are quite slow in Skamania County. Let's hope the market picks up here soon.

Here are some sights out and about in Stevenson Washington which is located about 45 miles East of Portland, Oregon in Skamania County in the Columbia River Gorge. The population in the city of Stevenson is about 1200 with a total of 10,833 population in all of Skamania County. The communities in Skamania County are Stevenson (County Seat), Skamania, North Bonneville, Carson, Hemlock, Stabler, Home Valley, Mill A, Willard, Cook, & Underwood.

This Friends of the Gorge hike will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2008 This now landlocked island known as Strawberry Island or more commonly known now as "Hamilton Island" was visited by Lewis and Clark. You will stroll through grassy meadows and rolling hills and enjoy river level views. Wildlife you may see are eagles, osprey, deer, and California sea lions. The hike is considered Easy, with a 50 ft. elevation gain.

First Meeting Place- 9:00 am at Fisher's Landing Transit Center, WA I-205 north to WA SR 14; east to Exit 8 at 164th Ave; turn left/north at exit, transit center is on left.

Second Meeting Place- North Bonneville, WA I-84 east to Exit 44 Cascade Locks, cross Bridge of the Gods and turn left on WA SR 14. Continue west until you see signs for North Bonneville on left. Once in North Bonneville; turn right on Cascade Dr., meet in parking lot across from Chevron gas station.