Climate
Natural History of Oregon’s Lake Abert in the Great Basin
Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic & Recreation Center Overlook Road, Sunriver, OR, United StatesHear about Oregon's culturally and ecologically extraordinary hypersaline lake. Registration recommended. Register here. Ron Larson, PhD shares why Lake Abert is so extraordinary - both culturally and ecologically, and that it urgently needs our ongoing attention so that it remains an essential part of the Great Basin ecosystem.
Film Screening: Crown Jewels The Mission To Save America’s Oldest Trees
Embark 2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, OR, United StatesJoin Central Oregon LandWatch and Oregon Wild for a special screening of the documentary “Crown Jewels” to learn more about the value of mature and old-growth forests, and the fight to protect them. The event will feature a panel discussion with Q&A and an opportunity to write a letter to the US Forest Service calling…
Energize Bend Happy Hour
Broken Top Bottle Shop 1740 NW Pence Ln #1, Bend, OR, United StatesLet's build a cleaner, safer Bend! Grab a refreshment and hear from Energize Bend and Solarize Deschutes on how we can help decarbonize Bend.
The Power Of Food Sovereignty: Diane Wilson And Spring Alaska In Conversation
Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture 68467 Three Creeks Rd, Sisters, OR, United StatesRenowned author of The Seed Keeper, Diane Wilson (Dakota), and founder/CEO of Sakari Farms, Upingaksraq Spring Alaska Schreiner, will discuss the transformative power of literature and food sovereignty work in creating positive change. This event is free and open to the public. Space is limited so registration is required. REGISTER HERE
Bend Celebration: 50 years of keeping Oregon wild
Worthy Brewing 495 Northeast Bellevue Drive, Bend, OR, United StatesThis year, Oregon Wild celebrates 50 years of protecting wildlands, wildlife, and waters and we are planning events all over the state to invite our members, supporters, partners, and lovers of the wild in all corners of the state to join us for gatherings of celebration and community. Join us in Worthy Brewing’s Hop Mahal…
Green Building Tour 2024
OSU Cascades 2600 Northwest College Way, Bend, OR, United StatesREGISTER HERE! The Green Building Tour is a showcase for real-world solutions that address the climate impact of buildings in Central Oregon. From architects and contractors to DIYers, the tour’s sites illuminate how high performance structures can be healthy, cost effective, and impactful options for all. Green buildings’ benefits are often invisible to both consumers…
2024 Go Clean Energy Conference
COCC 2600 NW Collge Way, Bend, OR, United StatesDiscover opportunities and solutions in building, clean energy, efficiency, sustainability, EV charging and electric vehicles. For individuals, businesses, & government. REGISTER HERE!
Livable Future Forum
Open Space Event Studios 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend, OR, United StatesHow do we meet our community's needs without compromising the environment and all that makes Central Oregon so incredible? Through our Livable Future Forum, we'll explore that question and more as LandWatch program directors chat with knowledgeable local leaders about land use and livability topics. From the fascinating life and times of mule deer to the reality of…
Wild & Scenic Film Festival
Tower Theatre 835 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, United StatesOregon Natural Desert Association presents the Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Friday, October 4, 2024 — an unforgettable evening of captivating short films that address pressing environmental issues, highlight incredible work being done by activists around the world, and celebrate the beauty of our planet. Our carefully curated lineup will take you on a breathtaking…
Go Zero! Tour 2024
Residential buildings account for almost a quarter of all energy usage in the state of Oregon, and zero energy home design is an important strategy in climate adaptation. Join Solar Oregon for an open house tour of zero energy and "path to zero" homes across the state: the Go Zero! Tour 2024 presented by Energy…