Youth Education

Join Tom Lawler, expert local birder and nature photographer, to discover the rich bird habitats of Sunriver. With Tom’s keen eye and guidance, you will spot and learn to identify a variety of species found in the wetlands, meadows, and forests surrounding the Nature Center. Whether you are new to birding or an experienced birder,…

Discover Nature Festival is a fun and action-packed event that engages families in outdoor recreation and learning. The 4th Annual Discover Nature Festival is a free community event to be held on Sunday, September 9th, 2018 at Riverbend Park in Bend, Oregon. The event will feature: Over 35 hands-on outdoor activities presented by more than…

Walk on the wild side! Join Tom Lawler, expert local birder and nature photographer, to discover the rich bird habitats of Sunriver. With Tom’s keen eye and guidance, you will spot and learn to identify a variety of species found in the wetlands, meadows, and forests surrounding the Nature Center. Whether you are new to…

Presented by the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon, Discover Nature Festival offers over 30 outdoor activities for the whole family to enjoy! FREE event. Gear Repair Station with The Gear Fix, Presenting Sponsor Climbing Wall Wild Side Play Area Fire Fighter Challenge Bat Cave Read with a Ranger Bike Obstacle Course Fly Casting Practice Story Walk…

Spark a sense of wonder for nature through imaginative play, exploration, songs and stories.  This week’s program is Watery Wonders with Upper Deschutes Watershed Council. Free! PuddleStompers is a special series just for ages 3-5 and family.  Spark a sense of wonder for nature through imaginative play, exploration, songs and stories. Each event features a…

Beautiful Butterflies presented by Children’s Forest of Central Oregon. Butterflies are important pollinators with a fascinating life-cycle. Come learn about their stages of life, and some of the fascinating journeys of our beautiful butterfly friends. Ages 5-10! Free