Science
January Green Drinks: Learn About Wildfire in the Deschutes National Forest
Cascade Lakes Pub 21175 SE Reed Market Rd, Bend, OR, United StatesDiscover Your Forest's Wildland Fire Education Coordinator will host an evening of conversation and trivia focusing on wildland fire and Central Oregon's forest ecosystems. The conversation will highlight Discover Your Forest's partnership with the Forest Service and other local organizations to create public education opportunities supporting the Forest Service's Wildfire Crisis Strategy. REGISTER HERE!
A Journey Through the Owyhee Canyonlands
ZoomFebruary 8, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Online, Free Embark on a journey with ONDA board and staff through Oregon's awe-inspiring Owyhee Canyonlands. They’ll highlight this region’s natural landscapes, cultural significance, wildlife habitats and ONDA’s conservation efforts. Register here. --- We are pleased to announce Oregon Natural Desert Association’s 2024 High Desert Speaker Series! The Speaker Series fosters…
Gardening for Native Pollinators
Moonfire and Sun Garden Center 61944 27th St, Bend, OR, United StatesPollinator Pathways and Moonfire and Sun Garden Center have teamed up to present a free class on gardening for pollinators. Registration is required and space is limited. Register by calling 541-638-6155 Moonfire and Sun Garden Center: 61944 27th St. Bend, OR 97702
Power Hour: Fumes in Focus with Beyond Toxics
The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, ORPlease not the change of venues to The Environmental Center (formerly COCC). Attendees can now also attend virtually. Please use the same link to register and you will receive an email with the Zoom link. What’s in the air we breathe inside of our own homes? The Fumes in Focus film helps us visualize the…
Science Pub: Klamath Dam Removal and Beyond
OSU Cascades - Edward J. Ray Hall, Atrium 1500 SW Chandler Ave, Bend, OR, United StatesThe largest dam removal in U.S. history is underway on Oregon's Klamath River. Come hear from OSU's biological engineer Desiree Tullos and anthropologist Bryan Tilt about the complex issues involved in the project including the hopeful impacts for ecosystems and Native peoples. When: Tuesday, March 19, 2024 5:30 p.m. - 6 p.pm, Networking 9 p.m.…
Cultivating Partnerships: Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Science in Land Stewardship
Tower Theatre 835 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, United StatesExperience an enlightening evening with Dr. Cristina Eisenberg as she delves into ecocultural restoration and the fusion of Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Western Science in land stewardship. ONDA Stewardship Director Gena Goodman-Campbell will explore current ONDA initiatives to restore Oregon's high desert and foster partnerships with the region’s tribes. Buy tickets in Bend. --- We are…
Wild Wednesday Event: What’s With All The Stumps?
Worthy Brewing 495 Northeast Bellevue Drive, Bend, OR, United StatesHave 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…
A Discussion on Environment and Well-Being with Minal Mistry
Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture 68467 Three Creeks Rd, Sisters, OR, United StatesMistry will employ a holistic approach, using systems thinking to unravel the environmental complexities shaping our lives in Oregon. Gain insights into the environmental burdens sustaining the unique Oregonian lifestyle and the nuanced interplay with our collective wellbeing. This engaging talk will transcend local boundaries, shedding light on our global reliance and the far-reaching impact…
Tracing Geological History Through Rocks and Minerals in Oregon’s Desert
Tower Theatre 835 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, United StatesImmerse yourself in the world of Oregon’s desert rocks and minerals as Alison Jean Cole explores the region’s geological history through rock collecting in balance with conservation. Buy tickets in Bend. --- We are pleased to announce Oregon Natural Desert Association’s 2024 High Desert Speaker Series! The Speaker Series fosters a deeper understanding of ecology, encourages well-informed…
Plastics and Your Health (Webinar)
ZoomA troubling study published in the New England Journal of Medicine in March found that the presence of microplastics particles in heart tissue caused a measurable increase in people's risk of heart attack, stroke and premature death. With each new study published, plastics’ negative impacts on human health are becoming clearer and more widespread. What does this mean…