General Topics and Announcements
Celebrate Earth Month
April is sometimes labeled “Earth Month,” as the Earth Day holiday falls on April 22nd each year. During these 30 days, people across the globe participate in activities that help…
Read MoreThe Environmental Center Endorses Outdoor School for All
The Environmental Center recently endorsed Outdoor School for All, an initiative of the Oregon Outdoor Education Coalition.
Read MoreRegister For The 27th Annual Salmon Run
The 27th Annual Salmon Run will take place this year on Sunday, April 12. This popular race will once again help raise funds for The Environmental Center’s sustainability programs throughout…
Read MoreTelluride Mountainfilm On Tour Returns To Bend
Telluride MountainFilm Festival is back in Bend, and proceeds from this popular event will benefit The Environmental Center. Join us for two nights of high quality, thought-provoking films that celebrate mountain people,…
Read MoreBend Advances in $5 million Georgetown University Energy Prize
On January 14th, Bend officially advanced to the Semifinal round of the Georgetown University Energy Prize, a national competition that is challenging communities across the U.S. to rethink their energy…
Read MoreStaff Spotlight on Mike Riley
Get to know The Environmental Center staff, board members, and volunteers! We’re kicking off a new series of TEC profiles in order for you to meet the people behind our…
Read MoreAffordable, Sustainable Housing in Bend
Bend’s rapid growth is contributing to a problem which many people are familiar with – a lack of affordable housing. Half of Bend’s households earn the area median income (AMI)…
Read MoreRubbish Renewed
You won’t want to miss out on the upcoming “Rubbish Renewed” Eco Fashion Show on January 15th. The event is “rooted in a love of fashion, an appreciation of art…
Read MoreOutdoor School Statewide Public Engagement Gatherings
The Oregon Forest Resources Institute (OFRI) and the Oregon Outdoor Education Coalition (OOEC) are hosting a series of vibrant community discussions across the state to hear what YOU think about Outdoor School…
Read MoreGreen Drinks at The Gear Fix
Be sure to come by The Gear Fix this Thursday, November 20th from 5pm-7pm for Green Drinks, the bi-monthly networking and inspirational gathering for Central Oregon.
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