Online event

This talk will present both surprising and not-so-surprising information on the science behind happiness. What role do money, marriage, friends, children, weather, age and religion play in making us feel happier? Is happiness stable over time? How can happiness be increased? How has COVID-19 changed this? Professor Sanderson will describe cutting-edge research from the field…

What's At RIsk? With unprecedented recreation use, how do we care for the places we love? Join to explore worst case scenarios, the good news and the actions you can take in your region. Hear from land agencies, businesses, local organizations and government including Eric White, social scientist from the Forest Service on how the…

The wild landscapes of Utah offer breathtaking vistas, an incredible array of wildlife, recreation opportunities, and the preservation of irreplaceable cultural practices and artifacts. In recent years, much of the debate over American public lands has centered on Utah, focusing on the unjustified shrinking of the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments. But there…

Whether you’re a new member of the desert conservation community, or want to be introduced to the vast beauty of Central and eastern Oregon, you’re invited to join Oregon Natural Desert Asssociation to get to know the High Desert Wonders. Their team will share stunning imagery, tips to plan your next visit, and provide ways…

Join Representative Jason Kropf and Representative Dacia Grayber for a virtual town hall to discuss issues relevant to Bend, Tigard, and our state. Topics will include wildfire recovery and preparedness, climate change action, and more! Community members will also have the opportunity to ask questions about the legislative session and local issues. We hope to…

A COBKA Online Community Event featuring Andony Melathopoulos-OSU Assistant Professor of Pollinator Health Extension. Ever wonder how honey bees and native bees get along in Oregon? You'll hear from the state's pollinator health extension specialist to talk  about the interactions between European Honey Bees & Native Bees!  

Wild rivers and wild fish. Is there anything better? Join Oregon Wild & the Native Fish Society for a discussion on flyfishing Oregon’s Wild & Scenic Rivers and the role protected rivers play in maintaining healthy native fish populations.