Deschutes River Corridor Volunteer Weed Pull
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin the Coalition and the Deschutes National Forest for a morning pulling invasive plants. We'll start with an overview of logistics and safety protocols, and talk about the what and why of pulling invasive plants. Participants will be required to sign a release waiver with the US Forest Service. Why pull invasive weeds: Noxious weeds…
Power Hour: Community solar in Central Oregon
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesThis will be an informative session for those who are interested in participating in the program whether for their residence, business, nonprofit or government building, community members who want to help build momentum for a local project, and/or those who are just curious to learn more!
Fir Trail Wander
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin the Deschutes Land Trust and Carol Wall for a late spring walk at one of our flagship Preserves--the Metolius Preserve. Explore the South Trailhead portion of the Preserve and the beautiful new Fir Trails that take visitors into the middle section of the Preserve. Meander along Lake Creek and out into pine forest while…
Bend COTA Work Events
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesWhen: Thursday Aug 11, Tuesday Aug 16, Tuesday Aug 23 and Tuesday Aug 30, 5:15 to Dusk Where: Meet at the old Ray's parking lot, NE corner of Simpson Ave and Century Drive in Bend Worksite: Varies There's only one thing better than mountain biking in Bend, OR and that's riding in Bend, knowing that you…
Saturday Bird Walks
Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory 57245 River Rd, Sunriver, OR, United StatesJoin 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,…
Women’s Mountain Bike Ride
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin the Deschutes Land Trust and Nancy Chaffee for a mellow 6-7 mile mountain bike ride in Skyline Forest. This ride is open to beginner/intermediate-level riders who want to explore the crowd-free riding of Skyline Forest at a mellow pace, while learning about the potential trail network that could connect Bend and Sisters. From freshwater…
Let’s Pull Together (Weed Pull)
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesBring your weeding tool of choice, your friends, and family, and join in! Sites are family friendly for children of all ages and for all physical ability levels. Mobile/Walking groups will depart the meet-at location after orientation 9:00 a.m. Meet us at our weed pull locations and our site coordinators and noxious weed experts will…
Bend Trail Love Spring – Trail Work Day
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesThis is COTA's big dig trail workday! Join them for a large work day focused on new trail construction. We will be doing finish work behind the machines on Ticket to Ride along the 4604 road closing that loop and adding another 1.5+ of trail. Work will include: raking out spoils, some limited rock work,…
Storytime Stroll: Be a Nature Detective
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin the Deschutes Land Trust and Laurie Danahy for a children's storytime stroll through the Metolius Preserve. We'll share nature-based books and become nature detectives, discovering how rocks, plants and animals tell their own stories. Who left those tracks? Where did these pine cones come from? What's that sound? Perfect for kids ages 4-8 with…
Special Kick-Off Event: Happy Hour in the Garden
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesWe’re throwing an extra special Happy Hour in the Garden to kick off our summer fundraising campaign. It’s time to replenish our School Garden Grant fund so that MORE local kids can get outside and reap the benefits of learning in a garden. Volunteer for an hour or two (fun, easy gardening tasks), and we'll provide cold beverages and live music!