Natural History of Oregon’s Lake Abert in the Great Basin

Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic & Recreation Center Overlook Road, Sunriver, OR, United States

Hear 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.

Art and Wine in Nature!

Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory 57245 River Rd, Sunriver, OR, 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…

Free

AdvenTours: Deschutes River Trail and Benham Falls

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…

Día de Las Monarcas, Celebrating the Magic of Migration

Pioneer Park Northwest Wall Street, Bend, OR, United States

Join us on a special day dedicated to the astonishing migratory journey of monarch butterflies with Indigenous performances, a Mayan writing workshop, a butterfly reflection walk, and storytelling. Transportation is available upon request. Food and educational resources are provided.  No registration is required. For transportation needs you can email priscilla@envirocenter.org or call/text at (541) 508-5410 Únete a nosotros en…

Free

Fall Social and Seed Swap

Worthy Brewing 495 Northeast Bellevue Drive, Bend, OR, United States

Welcome to the Fall Social and Seed Swap! Join us on Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024 at 5:30 PM at Worthy Brewing Company for a fun evening of mingling, swapping seeds, and sharing garden stories. Whether you're a seasoned native plant gardener or just starting out, this event is perfect for connecting with fellow native plant enthusiasts . We'll provide some light refreshements.…

Free
Event Series Livable Future Forum

Livable Future Forum

Open Space Event Studios 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend, OR, United States

How 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…

$10 – $25

AdvenTours: Tumalo Creek Scenic Hike

Shevlin Park 18920 Shevlin Park Road, Bend, OR, 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 experience a magnificent ecosystem…

Event Series Livable Future Forum

Livable Future Forum

Open Space Event Studios 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend, OR, United States

How 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…

$10 – $25

Event Series Livable Future Forum

Livable Future Forum

Open Space Event Studios 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend, OR, United States

How 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…

$10 – $25

OSU-Cascades Science Pub: Mapping War Zones via Satellite

OSU Cascades - Edward J. Ray Hall, Atrium 1500 SW Chandler Ave, Bend, OR, United States

Join Jamon Lee Van Den Hoek, Associate Professor in OSU's College of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences, for a guest lecture on mapping conflict zones with satellite at the November Science Pub. In war torn areas, physical damage can be immense and reporting of it inconsistent or worse, unreliable. Learn how Jamon Van Den Hoek…

$22