Science
Science Pub: Fungi in the Forest
OSU Cascades - Edward J. Ray Hall, Atrium 1500 SW Chandler Ave, Bend, OR, United StatesExplore 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…
The West is Burning Film Screening – La Pine
La Pine Activity Center 16450 Victory Way, La Pine, OR, United StatesDiscover Your Forest, in partnership with the Deschutes National Forest and the Upper Deschutes River Communities, is hosting a public screening of The West is Burning followed by a panel discussion with specialists in land management, forest/fire ecology, fire management, and adaptive communities. The free community event will be held at the La Pine Activity Center, 16450…
Sunriver Fungi Fest & Mushroom Show
Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory 57245 River Rd, Sunriver, OR, United StatesCelebrate the fantastic world of fungi with the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory and the Central Oregon Mushroom Club Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory Saturday, October 7, 2023 - 10am-3pm Coming October 7th from 10 am 3 pm join us as we celebrate our 7th annual Fungi Fest and Mushroom Show! This incredible event takes place at…
Hands on Habitat – Beaver Works Volunteer Opportunity
This is a one-day project to plant beaver and other wildlife habitat in Tetherow Crossing Park in Redmond, Oregon Difficulty level: Easy/Medium Itinerary: Planting will take place between 9AM and 4PM on Saturday, October 21st. Tasks will include: Digging in somewhat-rocky soil, assessing survival, growth rate, and recruitment of existing plants, planting potted native riparian…
Interpretive Beaver Walk
Shevlin Park 18920 Shevlin Park Road, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin 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!…
Our Knowledge is Power – Climate Change and Indigenous Communities
OSU Cascades - Edward J. Ray Hall, Atrium 1500 SW Chandler Ave, Bend, OR, United StatesArtist Talk and Film Screening: OUR KNOWLEDGE IS POWER: THE CULTURES OF BEAUTY AND SURVIVAL IN ISLE DE JEAN CHARLES, LA AND SHISHMAREF, AK NOTE DATE CHANGE: Sunday, November 12, 2023 | 5 to 7 p.m. Edward J. Ray Hall, Charles McGrath Family Atrium, OSU-Cascades FREE. REGISTRATION REQUESTED (REGISTER HERE)
Intentional Hiking Webinar with Adventure Scientists
Online EventTopic: 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…
Is the Drought Over? Comparing the Deschutes and Crooked Rivers
Worthy Brewing 495 Northeast Bellevue Drive, Bend, OR, United States +1 moreRaise the Deschutes - Is the Drought Over? Is the drought over? Comparing the Deschutes and Crooked Rivers Despite the nearly average precipitation last year, the drought persists. Learn how hydrology and geology affect these two rivers in completely different ways. Speaker: Jason Gritzner - Hydrologist - USDA Forest Service Moderator: Lisa Seales - Program…
OSU Science Pub: The Roller Coaster of Hemp in Oregon
OSU Cascades - Edward J. Ray Hall, Atrium 1500 SW Chandler Ave, Bend, OR, United StatesOSU’s agronomist Gordon Jones has been following the wild ride of the state’s hemp industry since its legalization in 2018. Shifting regulations, farming challenges, an untested market and even nefarious actors caused the industry to grow exponentially, then suddenly decline. Learn about uses for hemp and research being conducted by OSU’s Global Hemp Innovation Center…
Dive into the Hive: Explore the World of High Desert Bees
ZoomJanuary 23, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Online, Free Discover Oregon's high desert bees in a captivating online presentation by Lincoln Best where he’ll explore their diversity, habitats and crucial ecological roles. Register here. --- We are pleased to announce Oregon Natural Desert Association’s 2024 High Desert Speaker Series! The Speaker Series fosters a deeper understanding of ecology,…