Okanogan Country's 2015 Travel Guide - page 7

FAIRS & RODEOS
The
Okanogan County Fair and Rodeo
in
September is a “don’t-miss” event. Enjoy music, food, rodeo, horse racing
and carnvial. Before you leave, stop by the 4-H and FFA barns to see
animals proudly shown by local youngsters.
ARTS & CULTURE
Omak Performing Art Center
in
Omak is a county-wide destination for the performing arts. The
Okanogan County Historical Museum and Firehall Museum
Complex
in Okanogan take you back in time with an old-fashioned
main street, settler’s cabin, and a display of apple industry history.
In Omak’s
Eastside Park
a sculpture collection depicts the American
Indian legend of
“How the Animals Got Their Names.”
A variety
of artists participated in this installment made possible by the
Colville
Tribal Artists’ Association.
In January, enjoy Conconully’s famous
Outhouse Races.
The three-
person teams consist of a ‘rider’ and two ‘pushers,’ and the results are
guaranteed hilarious.
UNIQUE PEOPLE & PLACES
In 1903,
Frank Matsura
, a
Japanese immigrant, arrived in the area as a cook’s helper. He became a
beloved member of the community and world-renowned photographer,
recording the frontier era and Native American heritage.
The
Okanogan County Historical Society
houses many of Matsu-
ra’s photographs and a replica of his studio.
The historic
CaribooTrail
runs from southern Canada to the Columbia
River.A major trade route throughout its history, it first was used for fur
trade, then later for the Canadian gold rush.
KIDS & PETS
The
Eastside Park
in Omak has playground equipment,
ball courts, dog parks, sports fields, camping and RV park, trails and a
swimming pool. In
Okanogan
,
Alma Park
has a swimming pool, picnic
area, playground equipment and sports field.
Visitor Information
OmakVisitor Information Center
401 Omak Avenue, Omak • (800) 225-6625
Omak Chamber
• (509) 826-1880
omakchamber.com
Okanogan Chamber of Commerce
(509) 422-4034
Conconully Chamber of Commerce
(877) 826-9050 • conconully.com
UnexpectedTreasures
Omak Stampede &World Famous
Suicide Race
Omak • (800)933-6625 • omakstampede.org
Loup Loup Ski Area
Okanogan • 1,240 vertical feet with 10 cut runs
(866) 699-5334 • skitheloup.com
Okanogan County Historical Museum
Okanogan • Recreated Main St. & Frank Matsura
studio • (509) 422-4272 • okanoganhistory.org
PaintedWooden Barn Quilts
Conconully • Throughout town, outdoor displays
on stores, house, and buildings in town.
(877) 826-9050 • conconully.com
New 12Tribes Resort & Casino
Omak • (888) 298 7193
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