Public Lands
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…
Deschutes Land Trust Open House
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 61980 Skyline Ranch Road, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin the Deschutes Land Trust at our annual Open House! October 8, 2024, 5-7pm (Remarks will begin at 6pm) Join us at our annual Open House on October 8th at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon in Bend. Celebrate an outstanding year of land conservation, community, and caring for the land! Learn about current Land…
AdvenTours: Tumalo Creek Scenic Hike
Shevlin Park 18920 Shevlin Park Road, Bend, OR, United StatesAdventure: 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 experience a magnificent ecosystem…
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…
Happy Hour & Instream Collective Launch Party
Confluence Fly Shop 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, United StatesCome to enjoy a beverage and talk fishing, rivers, and conservation with the DRC crew and supporters. Join fellow river enthusiasts in learning about our work and how YOU can help us Raise the Deschutes. Become a supporting member and help steward this precious resource that makes Central Oregon such a special place to call…
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…
Winter Bird Walk with Think Wild
Hatfield Ponds McGrath Road 22395, Bend, Oregon, United StatesInterested in learning more about bird migration and our feathered friends who overwinter here in Central Oregon? Join us for a morning winter bird walk led by our passionate youth volunteer and bird expert, Mason! We will learn to identify different Central Oregon bird species and discuss some of their winter adaptations and habits. Meet…
Beneath the Surface: Navigating Oregon’s New Groundwater Rules and Their Impact in Central Oregon
Open Space Event Studios 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend, OR, United StatesUnderstanding the largest change in Oregon's water policy in decades. What changed? Why did it change? And what does it mean for the future of water in Central Oregon? Register here!
Wolves in Central Oregon
Tower Theatre 835 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, United StatesWolves are one of North America’s most iconic animals, occupying a unique and complex role in the natural world. Join Deschutes Land Trust and wildlife biologist Aaron Bott to take a closer look at wolves and how they interact with the landscape of Central Oregon. In the last few decades, Oregon has experienced the gradual…