Closing Bend's Housing Gap
2021-04-22 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
We all agree housing in Bend is a big challenge.
Join New Deal Housing they introduce you to some new housing concepts designed to help Bend’s essential workers (teachers, nurses, public safety workers) live in the communities where they work. You really don’t want to miss this!

Virtual April Town Hall/Reunión Municipal Virtual de abril
2021-04-24 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Representative Kropf and Bend City Councilor Melanie Kebler for a town hall discussion about state and local issues. Live Spanish interpretation will be available.
Únase al Representante Jason Kropf y la Concejala de la ciudad de Bend, Melanie Kebler, para una discusión en la reunión municipal sobre problemas estatales y locales. Habrá interpretación en español disponible.

Oregon Active Transportation Summit
2021-04-27 - 2021-04-30 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
During the summit you will examine how our transportation investments, programs and plans can leave us all with clean, equitable solutions for the future of our planet and community.
The summit will highlight the kinds of transportation decisions being made in the face of the climate crisis. The summit will highlight the change-makers and thought-leaders who can guide us into a sustainable future.

Monuments: A Moment of Recalibration
2021-04-27 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
What purpose do monuments serve? And whose story do they tell? Join Confluence for a conversation to explore ways to elevate and amplify a broader version of history. This program centers on tensions over monuments to missionary Marcus Whitman, at Whitman College and representing WA State in the US Capitol. This panel includes leading thinkers and leaders from NW Tribes who will consider historical narratives and power dynamics, symbolic representation and the evolving understanding of our history.

Behind the Lens
2021-05-05 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Do you appreciate the beauty of Oregon’s high desert and wish your photos matched up with what you experience? Meet a few of the photographers who make ONDA’s Wild Desert Calendar so damn beautiful each year and learn tips and tricks for shooting in the desert from them. You’ll learn how you can contribute to the 2022 edition of the calendar and come away with a few desert places to put on your bucket list.

Greater Hells Canyon Council virtual fundraiser
2021-05-08 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Greater Hells Canyon Council invites you to A night of fundraising and advocacy for a wild greater hells canyon region. This year’s event will be virtual.
Don’t miss the Live Auction and an inspiring presentation from keynote speaker Renee Patrick, Oregon Desert Trail Coordinator from ONDA, who recently completed the first solo thru-hike of the Blue Mountains Trail.

Our Evolving Relationship with History: A Conversation with Sarah Vowell
2021-05-11 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
America’s relationship with history is changing and, with it, our views of public monuments. Debates are raging in towns and cities across the nation. Some monuments have come down, others defaced. Join Confluence for a virtual conversation with writer Sarah Vowell to explore the national recalibration that’s underway over how America expresses its stories and values in public spaces.

Webcast: Oregon as Bygone Bison Range & Grizzly Country
2021-05-12 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Oregon’s incredible wildlands are inhabited by an abundant diversity of fish and wildlife. But some of the heftiest members of the state’s native megafauna club no longer range its forests, hills, and valleys. Naturalist Ethan Shaw explores the history of two of the West’s most iconic species – the mighty American bison and grizzly bear – and their relationship to Oregon. Ethan dives into some of what we know about the where and the when of these big beasts in the Beaver State and how they may have once integrated into local ecosystems and touches a little on what possible future the bison and grizzly could have here.

Deschutes River Basin Habitat Conservation Plan
2021-05-13 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Deschutes River Habitat Conservation Plan, what you need to know.
The Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) has been a 12-year collaboration among a large group of Deschutes River Basin stakeholders – irrigators, municipalities, recreationists, federal and state agencies, and Tribes.
The HCP will protect and restore habitat in 340 miles of rivers and streams. The area covered by the HCP is massive, encompassing around 10,700 square miles of watershed in Central Oregon. Boundaries are the north to the Columbia River, west to the Cascade Mountains, and east to the Ochoco Mountains. The Deschutes River basin includes six major tributaries upstream of Lake Billy Chinook in Jefferson County.
Bridget Moran, Field Supervisor, US Fish and Wildlife Service, will talk implementation and status of the Habitat Conservation Plan in our basin.

Pollinating a Dynamic Economy: Prioritizing Pollinators for Better Food Systems
2021-05-20 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
On World Bee Day, join FAO North America and the Embassy of Slovenia for a dynamic webinar examining the vast challenges facing pollination efforts and the potential for creative development methods.

Deschutes County Town Hall
2021-05-25 16:00 - 17:00 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Senator Jeff Merkley is hosting his 18th digital town hall of the year — and 450th since first being elected to the Senate. In these uncertain times, it’s more important than ever to hear directly from our community. But it’s also important to respect the health and safety of every member of our communities while there is still a very real risk of spreading COVID-19 through in-person gatherings. Senator Jeff Merkley, invites all Deschutes County residents to join online, on mobile devices, or on the telephone to discuss what we need to do to strengthen our state and our nation.
On a computer, smartphone or tablet: click here
On the phone:
Call 669-254-5252
Enter meeting ID: 160 544 9836
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The Science of Happiness with Catherine A. Sanderson, Ph. D.
2021-05-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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 of positive psychology on the factors that do (and do not) predict happiness, and provide practical (and relatively easy!) ways to increase psychological well-being.

Virtual Workshop: Looking Out for Neonatal Wildlife
2021-05-25 18:00 - 19:30 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
One of the most exciting parts of spring is the arrival of baby season. Baby birds, squirrels, rabbits, deer and other wildlife can be easily observed in the landscape. Some animals are fiercely independent within a few days of life while others need longer term care by a parent. This virtual workshop will review the development and behavior of commonly encountered wildlife in our area to help you better recognize when a baby animal may need help and intervention from humans.

Gorge Outdoor Recreation & Tourism Summit
2021-05-26 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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 Gorge might look in the next few decades if we do nothing.

Webcast: Visions of Wild Utah
2021-05-26 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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 is much more to the story and importance of Utah’s wild landscapes. Join three adventurers from Oregonians for Wild Utah (OFWU) as they take you on a virtual tour of some of these breathtaking natural wonders. You’ll explore how the conversations about our public lands – where they came from, why they’re important, and how they should be managed for future generations – can bring us together and help us advocate for them.

High Desert Wonders
2021-06-08 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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 to advocate for this special landscape.

June Town Hall with Representative Jason Kropf & Representative Dacia Grayber
2021-06-13 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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 see you there!

How to Go Solar webinar
2021-06-29 13:00 - 14:00 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
As we enjoy some extra warm and sunny weather here in Oregon, learn more about how to start your journey towards solar energy!
At the How to Go Solar workshop, you’ll learn everything you need to know to feel confident adding solar to your home or business.
Lauren Williamsenviro

Betwixt the Bees: Honey Bee & Native Bee Interactions
2021-06-30 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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!

Flyfishing Oregon's Wild & Scenic Rivers
2021-06-30 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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.

Flowing North: Rewilding the Deschutes
2021-07-21 18:00 - 19:00 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Deschutes River holds a distinct past, an iconic present, and a precarious future. This river story meanders through time as its flows rise and fall. The river today is not the same river of yesteryear. At LandWatch, their mission is to improve and restore critical habitats for fish and wildlife in our rivers and wetlands.
In this event, you’ll dive into the ecological story of the Deschutes, the ongoing drought, and what’s next for the river.

Lampreys of Oregon
2021-07-28 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Don’t judge a book by its cover – lampreys may simultaneously be Oregon’s most misunderstood and most important fish species! If you look beyond their boneless bodies and slightly terrifying disc mouth, you’ll find there’s a lot to respect. These fish (yes, they are fish!) are some of the Columbia River Basin’s most ancient inhabitants, with origins dating back several hundred million years. That means they pre-date dinosaurs!

Fair Housing for Educators - Central Oregon
2021-07-29 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Home life and family circumstances can have an effect upon student achievement. As a result, educators have long included in their role the need to provide a listening ear and sometimes helpful counsel to students and families.
The Fair Housing Council of Oregon is here to help educators better understand and be effective advocates for housing rights so that all families can enjoy equal access to housing.
This online Fair Housing for Educators training includes:

basic knowledge on fair housing laws (federal, state and local)
the history of housing discrimination
how to provide fair housing information to families
and how to refer families to resources to help enforce their housing rights.

This training is designed for teachers, educational administrators, school board members, educational non-profit staff, and others who interact with students and families.

Webcast: Exploring Wilderness by Water
2021-08-04 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
She’s going the distance!
Join ultra-distance swimmer Jessica Kieras as she recounts her impressive 13-mile swim at Waldo Lake, and shares tips on how to get started in swimming in Oregon’s lakes.

Facing the Heat: The Reality of Climate Change for Forests and Wildlife
2021-08-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
In the past several years, Oregon has faced historic wildfires which have devastated people and communities, heat waves that harmed wildlife and overwhelmed animal care centers, and severe drought, which is only predicted to get worse. After experiencing this summer’s heat dome across the region, it is no wonder that climate change remains the biggest threat to our environment, wildlife, and communities.
So where do we go from here? How do we turn our care and concern into action?
Together with experts Dr. Erica Fleishman, Director of the Oregon Climate Change Research Institute, and Lynn Tompkins, Executive Director of Blue Mountain Wildlife, they’ll discuss the recent heatwaves, how they impacted forests and wildlife, and what we can do to combat climate change, restore fragile ecosystems, and support wildlife care centers and their incredible work to protect injured animals.

Salmon 101: Understanding the Lifeblood of the Pacific Northwest
2021-09-01 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Without a doubt, salmon is one of the most iconic species of the Pacific Northwest. Its significance is far-reaching, and for thousands of years, has been at the center of cultural practices, rituals, and economic activities. Salmon are also an indicator species, in that they serve as a key measure of ecosystem health and vitality.
Unfortunately, and in large part due to the disturbance of stream habitat from dams, logging, and mining, many salmon species — of which, Oregon has five– are facing significant declines. Now more than ever, we need all Oregonians to speak up for this incredibly important species before it’s too late.
Whether you are new to Oregon or a seasoned salmon expert, join the team at Oregon Wild as they welcome spokesperson Jeremy FiveCrows of the Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission. In this webcast, he will give an overview of the various salmon species in the state and discuss the cultural and ecological importance of restoring them and their fragile habitat.

Intro to the Art and Science of Wildlife Tracking
2021-09-14 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join ONDA for an introductory exploration into the world of wildlife tracking with expert and educator Marcus Reynerson. During this virtual presentation, Marcus will share knowledge about identifying and interpreting the subtle signs wildlife leave in their high desert habitats. Come away with a new appreciation for and ability to see the multitude of stories from the living world around us that can be found in Oregon’s desert wildlands.

The Mysterious World of Spotted Bats
2021-09-15 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
On September 15th, welcome Sara Rose from OSU’s Northwestern Hub for Bat Population Research and Monitoring to learn about the elusive spotted bat and how community science is contributing to our understanding of this important species.

Indigenous Perspectives on Earth and Sky, Featuring Dr. John B. Herrington
2021-09-23 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
John Herrington is a retired US Naval Aviator, test pilot, and former NASA astronaut. As a mission specialist, he made history becoming the first Native American in space aboard the shuttle Endeavour in 2002. During the mission, he conducted three spacewalks totaling nearly 20 hours. To honor his Chickasaw heritage, Herrington carried a Chickasaw Nation flag on his 13-day trip into space. Commander Herrington earned a PhD in Education from the University of Idaho in 2014. His research investigated the factors that motivated and engaged Native American students on the Duck Valley Indian Reservation following a NASA Summer program.

Wild & Scenic Film Festival
2021-10-01 18:00 - 20:00 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Oregon Natural Desert Association presents the Wild & Scenic Film Festival! Join for an evening of short films showcasing our earth’s natural wonders and the amazing stories of activists working to conserve the environment.
The Wild & Scenic Film Festival is fully virtual this year. Enjoy ONDA’s lineup of the year’s best conservation films, screened in HD, from the comfort of your home. Closed captioning will be available during the live event. The virtual waiting room will open at 5:30PM, and the livestream will start at 6:00PM.
A captioned recording of the film festival will be available for 5 days following the event for all registrants.
