Bavarian Bulletin - April 7,  2026 Edition

Back for its 6th year, the Recreation Ambassador volunteer program will once again place nonprofit teams at River and Trailhead locations.  The volunteer program is now fully funded by the Chamber's Funding it Forward Program.

The Recreation Ambassador program aims to provide consistency in staffing and messaging at some of the most heavily used—and, at times, abused—resources, trailheads, and river access locations. If your nonprofit or team would like to learn more, check out the web page at LeavenworthChamber.org.  

At the banquet last month we presented the following awards to the following members. We just wanted one more chance to say congrats!

2025 Ambassadors of the Year 
This award is for a nonprofit group that went above and beyond expectations in our Ambassador Programs by greeting guests and locals with a positive attitude, providing consistent information, and representing our commitment to a sustainable future.

Upper Valley Historical Society

2025 Emerging Business
For a new Chamber member whose activities creatively enhance the visitor’s experience while also providing a great new asset for our community. 

Bavarian Bagel Co.

2025 Outstanding Visual Design & Display  
In recognition of outstanding visual design in building decorations, or window and shop displays, throughout the year.

Alpenglö Living

2025 Bavarian Gold

To the member whose activities have honored the old-world Bavarian theme that Leavenworth strives to achieve

Greater Leavenworth Museum

It is that time of year again and after this past March, we couldn't be more ready for spring breaks!  

This week:  Yakima, Wenatchee, Eastmont, Spokane, Bellingham, Cashmere

Next Week:  Seattle

We are having a "Shred It" event happening on Saturday April 25th.  Click here for more details on what are appropriate items to bring. More details coming soon!

Inspiring Travel: Our Print Media Strategy

Leavenworth invests in select travel guides and regional magazine placements to support inspiration, trip planning, and year-round visitation. 

Key placements include:

• Cascade Loop Association Travel Guide
• State of Washington Tourism Visitor Guide
• Visit Seattle Travel Guides
• Regional lifestyle and road trip publications

These reach high-intent travelers in our core drive markets (Puget Sound, Portland, Spokane/CDA, Tri-Cities, Boise) and help position Leavenworth as a must-visit destination. Print builds credibility, extends our reach beyond digital channels, and remains visible for months in homes, hotels, and visitor centers.

These placements are aligned with our seasonal campaigns and reinforce messaging delivered through digital and TV. 

They are designed to:

• Inspire early trip planning
• Keep Leavenworth top of mind year-round
• Encourage overnight and multi-day stays
• Support overall visitation trends

While print is not a direct conversion tool, it plays a critical role in the inspiration and planning phase and strengthens the performance of our broader marketing efforts.

_{*Remember, these are footfalls counted by five cameras locations on Front Street. The numbers are NOT individual people counts, those numbers would be lower.}  

Event Highlight this weekend:  BEZIRKFEST!

Websites
Leavenworthchamber.org
Leavenworth.org

Our mailing address is:
Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce

PO Box 327
940 Highway 2 Suite B
Leavenworth, WA 98826-0327

If you have questions, please call us at (509)548-5807

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