In the throes of an endless summer, it's hard to believe another year is coming to a close. But the the new year is on its way and it's time to party! Mark your calendars for an evening of revelry in the name of another year of high desert conservation success.

Temperatures are rising this weekend, and we are putting on a work event at the Maston. We'll be working on rerouting Lost Dream Trail. Meet at Juniper Trailhead on Cline Falls Hwy at 10am. This is a joint effort with COCC students. Sandwiches provided by New York City Sub Shop! Please RSVP to rzimmerler@cocc.edu.  …

Celebrate the season at the Land Trust's fun and festive annual Tree Hunt! Find your perfect tree while restoring the native forests of the Metolius Preserve. The Tree Hunt will take place from 10am-2pm on Saturday, December 6th. **The Tree Hunt is held at the Land Trust's Metolius Preserve, weather permitting. Please check our website…

The children and youth of the First United Methodist Church (downtown Bend) are hosting a Toy Sale on Saturday, December 6th & Sunday, December 7th.  We are collecting gently used toys, games, and books. All proceeds from the sale will go to two great causes: The First United Methodist Church Special Project: Imagine No Malaria…

Bend Area Habitat for Humanity is celebrating their 25th Anniversary by moving our ReStore to a new location, 224 NE Thurston Ave.  Join us for a week of Grand Opening Festivities Dec 9-13. Our Ribbon Cutting, Habitat style, will take place Dec 9 at 8:45 a.m.  ReStore is an incredible way to purchase needed items…

REGISTER: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/759015944 Join the U.S. Dept. of Energy’s Better Buildings Residential Network on Thursday, December 11, from 3:00-4:30 PM Eastern Time for a peer exchange call on the topic of Combining Solar and Home Performance Services. The call will explore how to deliver cost-effective solutions for homeowners to increase comfort and reduce energy bills. For…

The 5th annual Locavore Holiday Gift Faire to help make your holidays local. Crafts, foods, clothing, and more.

  From our member group, the High Desert Food and Farm Alliance, learn how social media and websites can draw in customers, and get the word out about your farm, product or business. We will provide basic and advanced concepts to meet everyone's needs. Please visit the High Desert Food and Farm Alliance website for…

The Oregon Forest Resources Institute (OFRI) and the Oregon Outdoor Education Coalition (OOEC) are hosting a series of vibrant community discussions across the state to hear what YOU think about Outdoor School and how it can best serve the needs of your community and children.  Oregon’s outdoor school programs have a rich history dating back to the…

Remember the annual Ten Friends Himalayan Holiday on Saturday, December 13th at the Belfry in Sisters. You’ll find unique holiday gifts for friends and family, or for yourself! Shopping begins at 2:00. Also live music from Brad Tisdel and a slide show highlighting the scenery of Nepal and Ten Friends’ projects. We’ll have a fantastic…