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Seed Starting with Seed Blocks

White Salmon Wildflower Festival – Educational Workshops

Seed Starting with Seed Blocks
Sarah Owens of Sown by Sarah
Who: Beginner to Advanced Gardeners
When: May 26th at 5:30 PM
Where: The Underwood Conservation District Tool Library (behind the Mt View Grange)
Cost: Free

Whether you are an advanced or beginner gardener, you can take your seed-starting skills to the next level using soil blocks. They reduce single-use plastic, save space, and grow healthy seedlings. Not to mention they are simple and fun to make!

Underwood Conservation District Farm Tool Library

Underwood Conservation District will have the Tool Library open for people to see all of the wonderful tools they offer and answer any questions the public might have about our program.  You may also want to enjoy the Wildflower Summit happening at the Mt View Grange on May 26th from 5-9!


Sarah Owens

My gardening adventure all started with a small packet of sunflowers seeds when I was a child. As an adult, my first garden was on a second-story patio; then I graduated to a small backyard plot. For the past eight years, I have lovingly watched our one-acre piece of earth grow into a thriving homestead garden that includes vegetables, fruits, grains, flowers, mixed borders, and more. My garden has taught me many lessons that I’d like to share with you.

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White Salmon is lighting up for the holidays 🎄 Ma White Salmon is lighting up for the holidays 🎄

Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 5th, when downtown White Salmon transforms into a festive celebration of community, creativity, and holiday cheer!

From twinkling lights and local makers to wine tasting, live music, and family-friendly festivities, VILLAGE LIGHTS brings together everything we love about the holiday season in our little mountain town ✨

Make SIP & SPARKLE part of your holiday celebration! Gather your friends, grab your tickets, and enjoy a festive wine walk through downtown White Salmon from 4–7 PM. Discover local wines, explore participating businesses, and soak up the holiday atmosphere as you sip, stroll, and shop.

🎟️ Get your Sip & Sparkle tickets now and make it a holiday outing to remember!
But, there's plenty more happening 🥳

📌 Ugly Sweater Fun Runs for kids and adults

📌 Holiday markets, local shopping, and hands-on workshops

📌 Live music, carolers, and festive entertainment

📌 Photos with Santa! Bring the kids, share your holiday wishes, and capture a special holiday memory.

📌 Alpacas and family-friendly activities

📌 S’mores, cocoa, cider, and cozy fire pits

📌 Community Tree & Menorah Lighting at 5 PM at Riverview Bank

💃 AND, an evening dance party to keep the celebration going!

Make a day | weekend of it! Shop downtown, discover one-of-a-kind gifts, enjoy a meal at a local restaurant, and celebrate the season with friends and neighbors.

Shop local. Sip local. Celebrate together.

📍 Saturday, December 5th 
📍 Downtown White Salmon, Washington

Find the full VILLAGE LIGHTS schedule at the link in our bio!
The 2026 White Salmon Holiday Gift Guide is here! The 2026 White Salmon Holiday Gift Guide is here!

Looking for gifts that go beyond the ordinary? From handcrafted treasures and locally made wines to memorable experiences and cozy getaways, White Salmon has something for everyone on your list!

Swipe through for a little holiday inspiration ✨

🏡 Ruby June Inn – Give the gift of a relaxing Columbia Gorge getaway at this charming boutique inn, or treat someone to one of their Chef Collective dinners, a unique culinary experience that makes a wonderful gift!

🍽️ Henni’s Kitchen & Bar – Treat someone special to a delicious night out and a memorable dining experience.

💎 TruDesign – Discover beautifully handcrafted jewelry with a unique, artistic touch.

🍷 LDT Wines – Share the flavors of the Columbia Gorge with locally crafted wines and tasting experiences.

🎨 Gorge MakerSpace – Spark creativity with hands-on workshops, classes, and memberships for curious minds of all ages.

Our 2026 White Salmon Holiday Gift Guide is packed with local shops, delicious experiences, creative adventures, and thoughtful gift ideas.

🎁 Explore the full guide by visiting our link in bio!

❤️ Shop small. Support local. Give something meaningful.

What’s on your White Salmon wish list this year? Tag a local business you’d love to receive a gift from 👇🏻

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WIN A $1,000 WHITE SALMON WINE WEEKEND GETAWAY! 🍷 WIN A $1,000 WHITE SALMON WINE WEEKEND GETAWAY! 🍷

Your next White Salmon getaway could start with a $5 raffle ticket!

Enter for a chance to win a wine-filled weekend during our Wildflower Wine Walk, the second weekend in May! 🌸

Your getaway package includes:

🏡 2-Night Stay @innofthewhitesalmon | $550 value

🍷 2 Tickets to the Wildflower Wine Walk | $90 value

🍽️ Wine & Dine @socawineshop | $100 value

🥂 Wine Tasting Gift Certificates | $250+ value

🎟️ RAFFLE TICKETS: JUST $5!

How to enter:
📍 Raffle tickets can be purchased ALL MONTH LONG, Friday through Sunday from 12 to 5 @marcel.good.goods—our Sip & Sparkle check-in location—AND, on December 5th!

🎉 Drawing: December 5th, 2026, at 8 PM, following the Sip & Sparkle Wine Walk.

The best part? Your raffle ticket supports public art projects in downtown White Salmon, helping make our community even more beautiful!

Sip, sparkle, and take a chance on your next wine country escape! Get your Sip + Sparkle holiday wine walk tickets through link in bio!

Raffle sponsored by our fiscal partner, Northshore Community Foundation. Must be 18 or older to purchase tickets. Winner need not be present to win. All raffle proceeds benefit downtown White Salmon public art projects.
Get ready, because WHITE SALMON IS ABOUT TO SPARKL Get ready, because WHITE SALMON IS ABOUT TO SPARKLE ✨

Mark your calendars for December 5th when downtown White Salmon transforms into a festive holiday wonderland for our SECOND ANNUAL VILLAGE LIGHTS CELEBRATION!

We’re bringing together everything we love about the holidays. Think twinkling lights, local shopping, community traditions, festive music, and plenty of holiday cheer! AND, new this year, our first Sip & Sparkle event!

HERE’S WHAT’S HAPPENING 👇🏻

📍 Holiday tree lighting & downtown luminaries

📍 Sip & Sparkle Wine Walk featuring 10 Washington Columbia Gorge wineries 

📍 Winter Wonderland Market & holiday shopping

📍 Santa photos & an alpaca petting zoo

📍 Festival of Making at Gorge MakerSpace 

📍 Carolers, holiday treats & family activities

📍 Ugly Sweater Fun Run

📍 DJ & Dance Party to keep the celebration going into the night 

👉🏻 Sip & Sparkle presale tickets are $35 and include a souvenir tasting glass, tote, and passport, PLUS, a chance to WIN a White Salmon Wine Getaway VALUED AT MORE THAN $1,000! We promise you'll  want to get in on this 👀

Make a day of it if you're a local, or a weekend if you're just visiting! Come early, shop local, stay for dinner, enjoy the holiday lights, and celebrate the season with us.

📍 Saturday, December 5
📍 Downtown White Salmon, WA

👉🏻 Find Sip & Sparkle tickets through the link in our bio, and stay tuned for our full Village Lights schedule!

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Something new is brewing in White Salmon ☕️ @nati Something new is brewing in White Salmon ☕️

@nativ_cafe is introducing WABI * SABI, their very first house roast!

This special blend brings together washed coffees from Rwanda and Indonesia, roasted exclusively for Nativ Café by their friends at @upperleftroasters 

We love seeing our local businesses create something uniquely their own ❤️

Next time you’re exploring downtown White Salmon, stop in, grab a cup, and give this new blend a try. Better yet, make it a coffee date and stay awhile!

📍 Native Café | Downtown White Salmon
White Salmon has a NEW mural, and this one tells a White Salmon has a NEW mural, and this one tells a story of community, creativity, and connection!

What makes this mural extra special? It all started with the imaginations of local students! 

White Salmon middle and high school students were invited to share their ideas and artwork inspired by health, wellness, and community. Their creativity helped shape the vision for this beautiful new addition to White Salmon!

From there, the team at Community Roots Wellness Hub collaborated with talented muralist Nancy Guzman, who brought those ideas to life through a thoughtful creative process.

The result is a colorful celebration of what makes our small town so special—people coming together, sharing ideas, and creating something meaningful for everyone to enjoy.

🌿 A big thank you to Community Roots Wellness Hub, Nancy Guzman, and all the students, educators, and community members who helped make this possible!

📍Next time you’re exploring White Salmon, keep an eye out for this newest piece of public art!

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It’s that time of year 🎁 The season of giving is h It’s that time of year 🎁 The season of giving is here, and we’re making it easy to shop small, support local, and give a little piece of White Salmon this holiday season!

From locally crafted goods and delicious dining experiences to wine, wellness, and unforgettable adventures, there are so many ways to shop small and give big this year!

Our 2026 White Salmon Holiday Gift Guide is packed with thoughtful ideas to help you find something special for everyone on your list, all while supporting the local businesses that make our mountain town so unique ❤️

A little holiday inspiration from some local favorites, in order of appearance 👇🏻

🍷 Soča Wine Shop | Discover unique wines and gifts for the wine lover in your life.

🌮 Pixán | Treat someone to a delicious dining experience in downtown White Salmon.

🛹 SkateSpace | Give the gift of movement, creativity, and community.

🧘 Yoga Samadhi | Share a little peace, mindfulness, and wellness this season.

🍸 Gander & Goose | Give the gift of a night out with craft cocktails, good company, and a cozy atmosphere!

🏡 Inn of the White Salmon | Give someone a cozy Gorge getaway and a reason to explore our beautiful corner of Washington.

This holiday season, skip the ordinary and give something with a little more local love!

📍 Read our full 2026 White Salmon Holiday Gift Guide [ link in bio ] for even more shopping, experiences, and gift ideas 😎 

🎄 Now we want to know… what White Salmon gift or experience would YOU love to unwrap this holiday season? Tell us in the comments 👇🏻

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Harvest has officially wrapped up in the Columbia Harvest has officially wrapped up in the Columbia Gorge, but wine tasting season is far from over!

Fall is one of the most beautiful times to explore Gorge wine country, where golden vineyards, dramatic landscapes, cozy tasting rooms, and incredible wines make for the perfect autumn getaway!

A few fun facts about the Columbia Gorge AVA—the westernmost appellation in eastern Washington and perhaps the most diverse winegrowing region in the state 👇🏻

Named for the spectacular stretch of the Columbia River that cuts through ancient basalt bedrock, creating towering cliffs and dramatic ridgelines, this unique wine region spans both Washington and Oregon.

What makes it so special? The incredible diversity of climate, soils, and elevation, with dramatic changes in rainfall and temperature as you travel from west to east.
To the west, cooler, wetter conditions favor Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
Head east and the landscape transforms into warmer, drier terrain, ideal for bold reds and Rhône varieties.
Some vineyards are even planted on the slopes of an extinct volcano!

Established in 2004, the Columbia Gorge AVA encompasses approximately 191,000 acres and 1,300 planted vines, with 30+ vineyards and nearly 20 wineries on the Washington side! 

And the best part? You can experience this incredible wine region right here in White Salmon and the surrounding Gorge communities!

Make a weekend of it! Explore downtown White Salmon, visit local tasting rooms, meet the winemakers behind the bottles, enjoy delicious local food, and take in some of the most spectacular scenery in the Pacific Northwest.

Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or simply looking for a beautiful fall escape, there’s no better time to sip your way through the Gorge. 

👉🏻 Ready to plan your wine country getaway? Head to the link in our bio and read "Wine, Wander, and Stay: Discover the Columbia Gorge AVA" for wineries to visit, places to stay, and inspiration for your next adventure!

Photo taken at Foxley Farms

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