The Environmental Center

Book Presentation & Signing with William L. Sullivan
2023-05-12 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Pine Mountain Sports, 255 SW Century Dr., Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Author and hiking guru William L. Sullivan takes us on a tour of new or dramatically changed trails in the area between Bend, Salem, and Eugene, featured in the newly released edition of his guidebook, “100 Hikes: Central Oregon Cascades.” Included are reopened trails impacted by fires, alternatives to trails requiring permits, and new hikes near Sisters, Springfield, and Albany. Along the way, expect anecdotes about local history, plants, and outdoor lore.
Sullivan is the author of six novels and a dozen books about Oregon, including the popular “100 Hikes” series, “Exploring Oregon’s History,” and “Oregon Favorites.” His journal of a 1000-mile hike he took across Oregon, “Listening for Coyote,” was chosen by the Oregon Cultural Heritage Commission as one of Oregon’s “100 Books,” the 100 most significant books in the state’s history.
This event is Free. But space is limited so RSVP is required to attend. You will receive a e-ticket from Evenbrite…no need to bring it to the event.
Copies of the books will be available for purchase at the event.
Doors open at 6:30 PM, Presentation starts at 7:00 PM.
Register here!

COTA Trail Love
2023-05-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Embark, 2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Trail Love is a community event that COTA hosts to gather folks to come out for a day of collective trail work. The riding season has just started and the moisture in the soil allows for great trail work conditions. Our goal is to get 100+ volunteers who are passionate about trails get a ton of trail work done to keep the trails riding great!
Everyone is welcome to this event, and no previous trail work experience is necessary! We encourage all trail enthusiasts to join us for a day of trail work, camaraderie, and celebration. It’s a perfect opportunity to learn about trail maintenance and contribute to the community. Youth are welcome with a parent/guardian.
The much-awaited riding season is finally here, and what better way to kick it off than by coming together as a community to improve our mountain bike trails?
If you plan on attending, please signup on Meetup here!
Event Details:
We will meet at 9am at the Embark Co-working Community parking lot (2843 NW Lolo Dr. Bend, OR). We ask that people park on the street so we don’t overcrowd the lots of adjacent businesses.
Event Agenda:
9a: COTA intro and safety talk
9:30a: Present Crew Leader pairs and projects – split into crews
10a – 1p: Trail WORK!
1p: Lunch and beverages at Embark
What to bring:

Water
Snacks

All tools and safety equipment will be provided!
What to wear:

Long sleeve shirt
Long pants
Closed toed shoes
Sunglasses, or you can borrow our eye protection

*Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty*

Flat Tire / Tubeless 101 Clinic
2023-06-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Good Bike Co., 284 NE 3rd St., Prineville, OR, 97754, United States
Learn why tubeless tires are superior to tubes and how to make the switch. This clinic is FREE. All are welcome to attend. Click the button below or call 541-903-0509 to pre-register.
RSVP is required to attend.

33rd Annual Wildflower Show and Pollinator Festival
2023-06-24 09:00 - 15:00 | Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory, 57245 River Rd, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
This amazing festival showcases the diversity of flowering plants found throughout Central Oregon as well as vendors and partners who work with flowers or native pollinators. This is a great family event, with activities, special guest lectures, partners in education, as well as hundreds of native flowers on display.
If you are interested in volunteering or in being a vendor please e-mail info@snco.org.

Science Pub: Fungi in the Forest
2023-09-28 17:30 - 19:30 | OSU Cascades – Edward J. Ray Hall, Atrium, 1500 SW Chandler Ave, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Explore the variety of fungi in Central Oregon and the surprisingly important role they play in forest health. You’ll discover the vast fungal communication networks in forests at boot-level and beneath, how fungi are adapted to our fire-dependent environment, and how they can help forests recover from fire.
You’ll also learn about the largest fungus in the world, located nearby in the Malheur National Forest.
About the Presenter
Ariel Cowan is an assistant professor of practice and regional fire specialist with the OSU Extension Service in Deschutes County. Cowan’s experience in mycology began at the State University of New York’s College of Environmental Science & Forestry. Since then, as a biologist, researcher, stewardship forester and wildland firefighter her work has focused on fungal ecology and forest health. She is a member of the Central Oregon Mushroom Club.
Register here!

Grit Clinics X COTA
2023-10-07 - 2023-10-08
Join us in Bend, OR for a full day of MTB skills with Grit Clinics ​& a trail work party with the Women of COTA
COTA and Grit Clinics are here for the same reason– Education and Empowerment. We invite you to join us for a weekend of tires and shovels on the trails. Further your mountain biking skillset with Grit Clinics on Saturday and then learn what it takes to build and maintain trails with the Women of COTA on Sunday (optional, but encouraged). With every entry, Grit Clinics will donate a one-year COTA membership to the participant or their friend of choice (if the participant already has a membership).
DETAILS:
Calling all riders, all levels, 18+
October 7, 2023 – Skills Clinic – 9am-4pm | Meet at 7th Mountain Resort
October 8, 2023 – Trail Work Party – 10am-12pm | Meet at the Welcome Center
Cost: $225 ​
Includes 6 hours of professional MTB instruction, coffee, snacks, and a healthy lunch on Saturday.
Also includes a 2 hour trail-work party on Sunday.
*A one-year COTA membership will be donated by Grit Clinics to every participant.
Register here!

Puffy Grass to Benefit COTA
2023-10-07 16:00 - 22:00 | LOGE Camp Bend, 19221 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Come out to LOGE for their Puffy Grass event on October 7! The festivities kick off at 4pm and include live music, drinks, food trucks, a raffle, lawn games and more! Tickets are $20 and include 2 drink tickets and 1 raffle ticket. Click here to buy your tickets!

The Outdoorist Oath Workshop
2023-10-24 14:30 - 16:00 | Zoom
The Outdoorist Oath workshop is an up to two-hour, ZERO-BS, interactive experience that teaches a model to approach allyship for planet, inclusion, and adventure. During the workshop, you’ll reflect and create a unique action plan to help you take action, unlearn, learn and be in community with other aligned outdoorists, culminating in the opportunity to take The Outdoorist Oath with everyone. www.outdooristoath.org
REGISTER HERE!

Central Oregon - Beer:Thirty! at Goodlife Brewing (rescheduled from 10/25)
2023-11-01 17:00 - 19:00 | GoodLife Brewing, 70 SW Century Dr suite 100-464, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Join OOA’s Central Oregon Chapter at Goodlife Brewing in Bend!
We will be hearing from Oregon Adaptive Sports Equipment Manager, Jared Apjoke along with their Education and Training Manager Melodie Buell about what they do and how they impact the outdoor community. We will also hear from Geoff Babb inventor of AdvenChair that allows people with mobility challenges to experience the serenity and grandeur of wild places with family and friends.
All Beer:Thirty! events are FREE for OOA members and $10 for non-members.
Register here!

2024 Wild Desert Calendar Release Party
2023-11-04 17:00 - 20:00 | Immersion Brewing, 550 SW Industrial Way, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Join us in celebrating the release of ONDA’s Wild Desert Calendar at Immersion Brewing Barrel Room!
Meet photographers featured in the 2024 calendar and pick up desert tips and know-how. Calendars and drinks will be available for purchase. This event is free and open to all. We hope to see you there!

The Blackcountry Journal film screening
2023-11-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Broken Top Bottle Shop, 1740 NW Pence Ln #1, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Oregon Wild in Bend and get stoked for ski season with an in-person screening of the film The Blackcountry Journal!
Where: Broken Top Bottle Shop & Ale Cafe (1740 NW Pence Ln # 1, Bend, OR 97703)
When: Tuesday, November 7 at 6pm
About the film: A skier contemplates his connection to skiing and the mountains. As he hurries through the streets of L.A., his path takes a turn after bumping into a jazz musician who helps him discover the correlation between jazz and skiing–an expression of art, skiing, and black culture.
We’ll also be joined by the filmmaker and star of The Blackcountry Journal, Mallory Duncan, and our friends from Vamonos Outside for a discussion after the film on skiing, public lands, and representation in the outdoors.
Mallory Duncan is a skier and filmmaker based in Bend, Oregon.
Vamonos Outside is a grassroots movement to engage Central Oregon Latinx and BIPOC communities with the outdoors. Primarily utilizing partnerships, public lands, and outdoor recreation activities such as skiing/snowboarding, mountain biking, climbing, hiking, canoeing, rafting, and others. Their goal is to foster a sense of connection and integration between marginalized communities and green spaces.

"Empowering Women Through Adventure Speaker Series" with Elyse Kopecky
2023-11-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Embark, 2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, OR, 97703, United States
SheJumps, AdventureUs Women, & Crow’s Feet’s “Empowering Women Through Adventure Speaker Series” with Elyse Kopecky
Join us for an evening with 3x New York Times Bestselling author Elyse Kopecky to learn about her journey as an athlete, a mom, and author. Not only will she cover the importance of nutrition for female athletes and talk about the creation of her three incredible cookbooks – she’ll take us along on the circuitous path she took to her dream career and share with us her tips to balancing work, motherhood and adventure. Entry is free and complimentary beverages will be provided! Come ready to buy raffle tickets in support of SheJumps and AdventurUs Women scholarships!
SIGN UP HERE

Interpretive Beaver Walk
2023-11-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Shevlin Park, 18920 Shevlin Park Road, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Think Wild and Beaver Works staff on an Interpretive Beaver Walk on Saturday, November 11th from 2-4 pm at Shevlin Park. This walk will be led by Sadie Pollock, Education and Volunteer Manager, and Maureen Thompson, Beaver Works Program Manager. Learn to identify beaver evidence, understand the critical role that beavers play in our ecosystem, and more! We will meet in front of Aspen Hall.

SheJumps Get Stronger, Play Harder, Adventure Longer - Online
2023-11-15 17:30 - 18:30 | Online Event
As women-identifying (femme, trans, women) outdoor athletes we play hard, which means we have to recover hard & take care of our bodies after long days on the trail. This workshop will cover some day-to-day and week-to-week body maintenance (mobility work) plus some strength training techniques that you can incorporate from home to get strong & stay strong through the seasons! Donation-based event.

Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shejumps-get-stronger-play-harder-adventure-longer-online-registration-727864752067?aff=oddtdtcreator

Intentional Hiking Webinar with Adventure Scientists
2023-11-20 16:00 - 17:30 | Online Event
Topic: Collect Scientific Data While You Hike
Hear from Adventure Scientists about how you can collect scientific data on your next hike.

Have a chance to win giveaways from Trails Magazine

Have a conversation with other intentional hikers about the topic

Non-profit Partner: Help raise money for the Adventure Scientists by leaving a donation when you register.
All donations will be split evenly between the guest expert, the non-profit partner, and your host. Because Adventure Scientists will be both the guest expert and non-profit partner, they will receive 2/3 of the donations. *Donations will appear as a second “ticket” in your order
REGISTER HERE

High Desert Hootenanny
2023-12-08 17:00 - 19:30 | Aspen Hall, 18920 NW Shevlin Park, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Oregon Natural Desert Association board, staff and supporters in celebrating the many high desert conservation successes you achieved in 2023! Come to Aspen Hall in Bend on Friday, December 8 to hear highlights from this year’s habitat restoration, advocacy and community-building initiatives and learn about what’s to come in the year ahead. Enjoy complimentary beverages from Immersion Brewing, Soter Vineyards, Crater Lake Spirits and Polar Seltzer, as well as light appetizers. We’ll have music from Honey Don’t an old-time bluegrass band and great door prizes from REI, Lake Creek Lodge, Crater Lake Spirits, and more.
This event is free and open to the public, so invite a friend to join the celebration and come build community with other desert lovers! No registration necessary.

SheJumps Beacon Bash - Wanoga Sno Park, Bend OR
2023-12-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Wanoga Sno Park, XFM3+CX, Sunriver, OR 97703
Please join us for the First Annual Beacon Bash Event at Wanoga Sno Park! Please use this time to meet other women-identifying (Femme/Trans/Women) backcountry partners, grab a cup of coffee and practice your beacon drills. Women of Search & Rescue, Oregon Ski Guides, Central Oregon Avalanche Center and Between Evergreens will have booths (and vans!) to check out upcoming events in the area related to backcountry touring. We have a sweet raffle of prizes (A HUGE THANK YOU to Thump Coffee, Trew, Karakoram, Mountain Supply etc. for their donations)!
$20 per person to run beacon drills, free to just attend and hang!
REGISTER HERE

"Empowering Women Through Adventure Speaker Series" with our winter panel on "Finding Joy & Adventure in Winter"
2023-12-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Embark, 2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, OR, 97703, United States
We are celebrating all things winter on December 13th with a panel discussion on “Finding Joy & Adventure in Winter.” Our panelists represent a variety of women who LOVE winter and dedicate a lot of their lives to spending time in cold, snowy environments, finding joy! Learn more about adaptive skiing with Anna Soens (we promise you don’t have to ski huge lines in Alaska like she does), learn about becoming an AMGA-certified ski guide from Alli Hartz, daydream about your own future adventure at Anna Tarlen’s cozy huts and yurts in the Three Sisters backcountry, and cross your fingers that Patti Lynch is in the neighborhood with her SAR snowmobile if you ever need a winter rescue! We hope their stories will inspire you to explore more this winter! Entry is free and complimentary beverages will be provided. Come ready to buy raffle tickets in support of SheJumps and AdventurUs Women scholarships! ⁠
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EDCO January Central Oregon PubTalk
2024-01-25 16:30 - 19:00 | Worthy Brewing, 495 Northeast Bellevue Drive, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
EDCO’s Central Oregon PubTalk is a happy hour aimed at bringing together different facets of the business community in one place to network, share ideas and further local businesses.Agenda:
Community Spotlight: Oregon Outdoor Alliance (OOA)
Tyson Perkins, Operations Manager, OOA
Company Pitch: Broke Supply Co.
Anne Price, Founder, Broke Supply Co.
Ryan Price, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer, Broke Supply Co.
Company Update: SnoPlanks Academy
James Nicol, Founder, SnoPlanks
Todd Laurence, Business and Entrepreneurship Adjunct Faculty, OSU-Cascades
Keynote: Navigating Changing Tides in the Outdoor Industry
John Evons, Former President, KEEN
Russ Hopcus, Former President, PrAna
Ellen Sheedy, Head of Legal – Americas, On
Phyllis Grove, Board Member, Outdoor Industry Association
We look forward to seeing you at 4:30 PM on January 25th, 2024 at Worthy Brewing Company, 495 NE Bellevue Dr, Bend, OR 97701.
Questions? Contact Megan Kantrim at EDCO: megan@edcoinfo.com or 541-388-3236 x3.

REEL ROCK 18
2024-03-13 18:30 - 21:00 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Presented by Mountain Supply. A benefit for Bend Endurance Academy and Vámonos Outside!
General admission, doors open at 6:30 PM.
Follow the philosophical journey of Japanese climbing phenom Sachi Amma, as he evolves from three-time world champion to traditional climbing purist, culminating in a visionary first ascent on the mythical Mt. Mizugaki. (30 min)
ANGIE SCARTH-JOHNSON & HAZEL FINDLAY IN – YEAH BUDDY
Australian climber Angie Scarth-Johnson, who first made her mark setting records at a young age, teams up with veteran adventure climber Hazel Findlay to explore the best of Mallorca’s deep-water soloing. (25 min)
JOSH WHARTON & VINCE ANDERSON IN – JIRISHANCA
Renowned alpinists Josh Wharton and Vince Anderson attempt a free ascent of the Jirishanca, an epic 20,000-foot peak in the Peruvian Andes. The duo will have to tackle 5.13 face climbing, horizontal ice roofs, technical mixed terrain and treacherous snow mushrooms as they reconcile the inherent risk of climbing with their love of alpine adventure. (40 min)
MATT GROOM & DANYIL BOLDYREV IN – CLIMBING NEVER DIE
Climbing journalist Matt Groom journeys deep into war-torn Ukraine to discover a community held together by climbing and patriotism, but indelibly changed by war. (35 min)
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March Green Drinks: DREAM BOLDLY The Grand AdvenChair
2024-03-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Wille Hall, Coats Campus Center, Central Oregon Community College, Bend, 2600 Northwest College Way, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
If you truly want to see how the all-terrain wheelchair AdvenChair holds up under the rigorous environment of four days down and back up the Bright Angel Trail in the Grand Canyon, then come see the premiere showing of DREAM BOLDLY The Grand AdvenChair, the new 48-minute documentary of Geoff Babb and his expedition team currently in review by film festivals from coast-to-coast, and even Cannes, France. Then, stick around for a moderated panel discussion featuring Geoff Babb, members of his team, and Marcia Volk, the filmmaker, as well as the opportunity to ask questions you may have.
WATCH THE TRAILER HERE!
Learn about Geoff’s arduous journey to realize his dream as a survivor of two strokes, taking years to perfect an all-terrain human-powered wheelchair, culminating in a rigorous 4-day expedition down and back out of the Grand Canyon, with a ripple effect on others from its creation—access to nature previously out of reach. Sometimes one bold dream can change the world for many.
In partnership with Outback Film, The Onward Project, and COCC, we’re honored to present a debut showing of DREAM BOLDLY The Grand AdvenChair.
REGISTER HERE!
In advance of College events, persons needing accommodation or transportation because of a physical or mobility disability should contact Caitlyn Gardner at 541-383-7237. For accommodation because of other disability such as hearing impairment, contact Disability Services at 541-383-7583.

Wild Wednesday Event: What's With All The Stumps?
2024-03-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Worthy Brewing, 495 Northeast Bellevue Drive, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Have you noticed all of the logging happening near the Phil’s trail complex and other favorite nearby trails in central Oregon? If you’re like us, you might have thought some of it looked fine and some looked too aggressive. Join Oregon Wild in Bend on March 27 for a discussion about what’s going on with all the logging on the Deschutes National Forest. How do these forest management decisions impact recreation, wildlife, climate change, and fire risk? We’ll explore what’s happening in our local forests, its impacts, and how you can engage to influence what happens in the future.

Author Event: To The Gorge with Emily Halnon
2024-05-16 19:00 - 20:30
Dudley’s Bookshop is thrilled to host Emily Halnon in celebration of the release of her new book, ‘To the Gorge: Running, Grief, and Resilience & 460 Miles on the Pacific Crest Trail’ on Thursday, May 16th from 7 – 8:30pm.‘To the Gorge’ is a riveting narrative of love and loss, grief and joy, as one woman embarks on a quest for a record on the Pacific Crest Trail. When Emily lost her beloved mother to a rare cancer at just 66 years old, she wanted to do something monumental to honor the person her mother had been: adventurous, courageous, inspiring.Join us for a discussion, Q&A and more! The event is free and open to the public with an RSVP, and will be held at a venue in the Old Mill District so there is room for everyone! Attendees will be notified of the precise location prior to the event. Head to the link in our bio to claim your spot.
RSVP HERE!

DREAM BOLDLY: The Grand AdvenChair at The Belfry
2024-05-23 17:30 - 19:30 | The Belfry, 302 E Main Avenue, Sisters, 97759, United States
Local Bend adventurer Geoff Babb, a survivor of two strokes, takes years to perfect an all-terrain human-powered wheelchair, culminating in a rigorous 4-day expedition down and back out of the Grand Canyon, with a ripple effect on others from its creation—access to nature previously out of reach. Sometimes one bold dream can change the world for many.
Currently in review by film festivals across the country and in Cannes, France, DREAM BOLDLY The Grand AdvenChair will leave you inspired by human resilience, moved by first-hand accounts of an amazing adventure, and believing in the power of dreams to make the world a better place.
DOORS OPEN AT 5:00 PM
Run time: 48 minutes, followed by a Q&A with the AdvenChair visionary, Geoff Babb, other members of the Grand AdvenChair, and Director Marcia Volk.
The Belfry will be hosting their bar. After the show and Q&A, you can hang out with Geoff and the gang until 7:30 pm.
GET TICKETS HERE!

DREAM BOLDLY: The Grand AdvenChair at Open Space
2024-05-28 17:30 - 19:30 | Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Local Bend adventurer Geoff Babb, a survivor of two strokes, takes years to perfect an all-terrain human-powered wheelchair, culminating in a rigorous 4-day expedition down and back out of the Grand Canyon, with a ripple effect on others from its creation—access to nature previously out of reach. Sometimes one bold dream can change the world for many.
Currently in review by film festivals across the country and in Cannes, France, DREAM BOLDLY The Grand AdvenChair will leave you inspired by human resilience, moved by first-hand accounts of an amazing adventure, and believing in the power of dreams to make the world a better place.
DOORS OPEN AT 5:00 PM
Run time: 48 minutes, followed by a Q&A with the AdvenChair visionary, Geoff Babb, other members of the Grand AdvenChair, and Director Marcia Volk.
Open Space Event Studios will be hosting their bar. After the show and Q&A, you can hang out with Geoff and the gang until 7:30 pm.

AdvenTours: Scenic Hike at Smith Rock State Park
2024-07-13 08:30 - 12:30 | Smith Rock State Park, Terrebonne, OR, 97760, United States
Adventure: Wanderlust Tours is excited to bring more access to the outdoors by partnering with AdvenChair to help those with mobility challenges get into the outdoors and explore beautiful areas that initially may not seem accessible. With the AdvenChair off-road wheelchair and the incredible team of volunteers at AdvenChair, we will enjoy the reward of stunning views and learn about the incredible geologic history of Smith Rock State Park!
Naturalist Guided Experience: Arriving at the awe-inspiring Smith Rock State Park, we. will begin our descent into the Crooked River canyon and hike along the spectacular riparian habitat. From here our options are many, from a beautiful and flat wander along the river scouting for otters and osprey to a steeper hike up a ridge for stunning views of the Cascade Mountains! Both hikes will enliven the senses and spark wonder at the fantastic geology that shapes this incredible canyon.
Learn more and register here!

Nature Journaling at Whychus Canyon Preserve
2024-07-14 09:00 - 12:00 | Whychus Canyon Preserve, Sisters, OR, 97756, United States
Interested in learning how to combine outdoor writing and sketching with your joy of exploring nature? Join Deschutes Land Trust volunteer and passionate journaler, Kolby Kirk, for a morning of learning tips and techniques for keeping a journal while exploring Whychus Canyon Preserve’s hiking trails! We’ll discuss ways of seeing and recording the landscape, explore reasons for keeping a trail journal, and learn tips for quickly sketching flora/fauna for later identification. No journaling experience needed. Registration is required.
REGISTER HERE

AdvenTours: Lava Lands National Monument Hike and Stargazing
2024-08-03 19:30 - 23:00 | Lava Lands Visitors Center, https://www.google.com/maps/place/4354'34.5N+12121'32.9W/@43.909578,-121.359151,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d43.909578!4d-121.359151?entry=ttu, Bend, OR, 97707, United States
Adventure: Wanderlust Tours is excited to bring more access to the outdoors by partnering with AdvenChair to help those with mobility challenges get into the outdoors and explore beautiful areas that initially may not seem accessible. With the AdvenChair off-road wheelchair and the incredible team of volunteers at AdvenChair, we will explore Lava Lands National Monument, gaining an understanding for Central Oregon’s volcanic history and immersing ourselves under the night sky!
Naturalist Guided Experience: This adventure will take us to Lava Lands, an amazing 10 square mile lava field just south of Bend. We will hit the trail and head towards the incredible Kipuka, an island of trees that thrive amongst a sea of ancient lava flows. Your guide will share stories and wisdom about Central Oregon’s uncanny geology as we search for inspiring vistas as the sun descends behind the mighty Cascade Mountains. Once the sun’s glow has waned, we will turn our attention skyward, as your guide will impart their knowledge of the twinkling heavens above!
Learn more and register here!

Art and Wine in Nature!
2024-09-07 15:00 - 19:00 | Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory, 57245 River Rd, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory is home to Central Oregon’s only botanic garden, showcasing the diversity of plant life in the Great Basin ecosystem. Come wander the garden in the cool of the evening and explore local artists who use nature as their inspiration. This evening event will include wine, appetizers, and the sweet sounds of the Obsidian Jazz group.
Featured artists include Copper Moon’s sculpture, Betti Butler’s digital art, Jim Gilmore’s steel sculpture, and Michelle Adam’s photography.
This event is in memory of Harry Hamilton, a long time supporter of Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory’s mission to inspire present and future generations to cherish and understand our natural world.
Admission is free to this incredible display.

AdvenTours: Deschutes River Trail and Benham Falls
2024-09-08 08:30 - 12:30 | Benham Falls
Adventure: Wanderlust Tours is excited to bring more access to the outdoors by partnering with AdvenChair to help those with mobility challenges get into the outdoors and explore beautiful areas that initially may not seem accessible. With the AdvenChair off-road wheelchair and the incredible team of volunteers at AdvenChair, we will enjoy the reward of stunning views and learn about bask in the serene beauty and power of the Deschutes River.
Naturalist Guided Experience: This serene trail will take us through a forest of Ponderosa Pine among spectacular lava flows where vistas of Oregon’s backbone, the Cascade Range, stand tall in the distance. We’ll witness the seemingly placid Deschutes turn torrid as it careens over ancient lava rock falls while aspen groves sweep along the river’s edge. During our adventure, your guide will impart their knowledge of the Deschutes River’s hydrology as well as local flora and fauna.
Learn more and register here!
