Youth Education
Virtual Program: Growing Up Owl
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesLuna, the Eurasian Eagle-owl, will soon turn 6 months old and she’s done a lot of growing up during that time. Join Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory for a family-friendly virtual program that takes a look back at all the exciting milestones in her first half year through stories, photos, and a live appearance by…
Family Birding Adventure
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin a naturalist as they explore the botanic garden, nature trail, and shore of Lake Aspen in search of Sunriver’s birds. You’ll learn how to spot, identify, and count common birds in the area. This family-friendly program is suited for all ages. Bring your binoculars if you have them. Additional binoculars will be available to…
Sunriver Nature Hike
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesSpring is in the air, so gather your family and explore! During this naturalist guided hike you'll journey through forest and meadow habitats to the river looking for signs of wildlife awakening with spring. This family-friendly excursion requires walking along muddy trails. Appropriate footwear is recommended. Masks and social distancing are required for this hike.…
Sunriver Nature Hike
Spring is in the air, so gather your family and explore! During this naturalist guided hike you'll journey through forest and meadow habitats to the river looking for signs of wildlife awakening with spring. This family-friendly excursion requires walking along muddy trails. Appropriate footwear is recommended. Masks and social distancing are required for this hike.…
Harney County Migratory Bird Festival
Spend an amazing weekend witnessing the spectacular spring migration in the Harney Basin of Southeast Oregon. View thousands of migratory birds as they rest and feed in the open spaces of Oregon's high desert. Held annually in April in Harney County. The Harney County Migratory Bird Festival was first held in 1981 to celebrate the…
Family Birding Adventure
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin a naturalist as you explore the botanic garden, nature trail, and shore of Lake Aspen in search of Sunriver’s birds. You’ll learn how to spot, identify, and count common birds in the area. This family-friendly program is suited for all ages. Bring your binoculars if you have them. Additional binoculars will be available to…
Bird Walk
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…
Family Birding Adventure
Join a naturalist as you explore the botanic garden, nature trail, and shore of Lake Aspen in search of Sunriver’s birds. You’ll learn how to spot, identify, and count common birds in the area. This family-friendly program is suited for all ages. Bring your binoculars if you have them. Additional binoculars will be available to…
Virtual Workshop: Looking Out for Neonatal Wildlife
One of the most exciting parts of spring is the arrival of baby season. Baby birds, squirrels, rabbits, deer and other wildlife can be easily observed in the landscape. Some animals are fiercely independent within a few days of life while others need longer term care by a parent. This virtual workshop will review the…
Farm Kids Spring 2021
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesFarm Kids! is an educational program that collaborates with teachers to educate school-aged children about where their food comes from through experiential, curriculum-based activities including field-trips to local farms and classroom presentations. Spring Field Trips will be held at Windy Acres Dairy in Prineville, DD Ranch in Terrebonne, and Golden Eagle Organics and Juniper Jungle Farm…