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Staff Spotlight on Mike Riley
Get to know The Environmental Center staff, board members, and volunteers! We’re kicking off a new series…
Affordable, Sustainable Housing in Bend
Bend’s rapid growth is contributing to a problem which many people are familiar with – a lack…
Less Is More in the New Year!
Each new year offers us all another bright chance to start fresh. Make this the year you…
Recycle Right at Your Gift Exchange
Hopefully, you’ve chosen gifts well suited for the recipient, bought them an experience, or made them something…
Rubbish Renewed
You won’t want to miss out on the upcoming “Rubbish Renewed” Eco Fashion Show on January 15th….
10 Ideas For Eco-Friendly Gift Giving
Now that we’re in the thick of the busiest time of year for shopping (and hence, waste…
Less Stuff, More Joy: The Gift of Experience
With the gift of experience, you give memories that contribute to happiness way more than just accumulation…
Outdoor School Statewide Public Engagement Gatherings
The Oregon Forest Resources Institute (OFRI) and the Oregon Outdoor Education Coalition (OOEC) are hosting a series…
10 Post-Thanksgiving Activities To Avoid Black Friday
Ironically, Black Friday – the day that has come to symbolize our culture’s obsession with more…
Green Drinks at The Gear Fix
Be sure to come by The Gear Fix this Thursday, November 20th from 5pm-7pm for Green Drinks,…
Paper: Recycle Vs. Landfill Photo Cheat Sheet!
Recycle Paper, Paperboard & Cardboard: But no coated paper – meaning no paper cups, paper plates,…
Recycle Right for America Recycles Day!
America Recycles Day, the only nationally recognized day dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the…