The Environmental Center

SheJumps | OR | Empowering Women Through Adventure Speaker Series
2023-02-08 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
SheJumps, AdventurUs Women, & Crow’s Feet “Empowering Women Through Adventure” Bend Women’s Speaker Series featuring Janel Spilker with “Women in Cycling: Riding into a Female Future”
Dec 14th – Chelsey Magness – “Adventure Racing: Empowering Women to Embody Adventure”
Jan 11th – Janel Spilker – “Women in Cycling: Riding into a Female Future”
Feb 8th – Ingrid Granlin – “Women Who Ski: Exploring the Joy of Winter on Nordic Skis”
March 8th – Jennifer Miles – “Your Pelvic Floor: Strengthening Your Adventures from Within”
April 12th – Kirin Stryker – “The Oregon Timber Trail, Cog Wild, and Life on Two Wheels”

Bend Central District Celebration
2023-02-09 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Central Oregon Landwatch at Open Space Event Studios for the Bend Central District Celebration!
You’ll get to explore the BCD and discover what’s in the works – from safer bike paths to bustling new businesses.
Enjoy food, drinks, and music while learning all about what’s next for Complete Communities in Bend. All are welcome – just be sure to register. Register here!

Bend COTA Work Events
2023-02-09, 2023-02-16, 2023-02-23, 2023-03-02 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
When: 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 helped build and maintain the trails you love.
Please bring a hydration pack with water and a snack.
Be sure to bring appropriate layers to accommodate whatever the weather may be.
Questions? contact@cotamtb.com
All COTA trail work events require the following safety measures:
All participants are required to have the following protective clothing and equipment:

Sturdy shoes or boots
Gloves
Eye protection with clear or light colored lens
Long pants

Due to COTA’s insurance requirements and the inherent dangers of trail work, we must implement the following policy regarding children at work events:

For anyone 14 years of age or younger, we require one parent, guardian, or responsible adult for supervision of every four kids attending any COTA trail work events.
All minors under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian available to sign our waiver.

Anyone who arrives for a work event may be turned away if he/she cannot meet the above requirements.

OSU-Cascades Screening of The Story of Plastics
2023-02-09 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Story of Plastic is a searing exposé revealing the ugly truth behind plastic pollution and the false solution of plastic recycling. Register here!
1500 Southwest Chandler Avenue Bend, OR 97702
Tykeson Hall 111

Seed Sowing & Transplanting
2023-02-11, 2023-02-16 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Learn how to get a head start on the growing season by planting seeds indoors and transplanting them later.
Feb 11th: Register Here
Feb 16th: Register Here

Black Excellence Art Showcase
2023-02-11 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
COCC students and community will be able to showcase their many talents through monologues, spoken word, poetry, performance art, comedy, singing, and dancing, in celebration of Black History Month. If students or the community want to participate please contact Marcus LeGrand, at mlegrand2@cocc.edu or call (541) 330-4376
COCC Bend Campus, Pinckney Center, Pence Hall

Bend Environmental Town Hall
2023-02-12 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
OLCV Environmental Town Hall – Bend
Join OLCV, our partners in the Oregon Conservation Network (OCN), and Representatives Kropf and Levy for an in-person town hall to learn about OCN’s Priorities for a Healthy Oregon.

Resilient Buildings Bill Package
Toxic-Free Bill Package
Factory Farm Moratorium
Zero Waste Bill Package
Natural Climate Solutions
Budget

Our panel of speakers will provide brief presentations on each of our priority bills, and discuss some of the political dynamics in the Capitol. Then we’ll wrap up the event by taking questions from the audience.
Who: OLCV, OCN, Representatives Jason Kropf & Emerson Levy
What: OLCV Environmental Town Hall – Bend
Where: Broken Top Bottle Shop (Bend, OR)
When: Sunday, February 12th from 12:30 – 2:00 PM

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Know Justice: The Future of Water in Oregon at Sisters Firehouse
2023-02-13 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
How can we balance competing needs to have water for all?
This is an in-person program. Masks are optional at all in-person library events.
Access to safe, sufficient water is designated as a fundamental human right by the United Nations, yet thousands of Oregonians do not meet that standard right now. Oregon’s identity is closely tied to water: it grows the food we eat, it’s the snow we ski on, the rivers we raft, and the provider of First Foods for Indigenous peoples. It’s also the basis for our most charismatic and biodiverse ecosystems. As water demand increases across the state and water supply dwindles when we need it the most, how can we balance competing needs to achieve an equitable water future for all? Join to learn more about water availability under current and future climate conditions, impacts to vulnerable communities, and what you can do to modernize water management in Oregon.
Zach Freed is the Sustainable Water Program Director for The Nature Conservancy in Oregon as well as the Chair of the Global Groundwater Group, an international community of practice for hydrogeologists in nonprofits. He is a hydrologist with more than a decade of experience in science-based collaborative water management throughout the Pacific Northwest. When he isn’t at work, you can find him searching for springs in central Oregon, paddling on the Deschutes, or skiing in the Cascades.
Sisters Firehouse Community Hall:
301 S Elm St, Sisters, OR 97759

Strategies to Accelerate Electric Micromobility
2023-02-14 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Forth’s New Webinar Series.
Mark your calendars – Forth’s 2023 webinar lineup is live! Forth’s free monthly webinars take a deep dive into the most relevant themes in clean transportation.

States are Breaking Up with Plastic
2023-02-14 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Roses are red, violets are blue, states are working to break up with plastic and you should too.
Let’s face it — our relationship with plastics is toxic. Plastic lasts forever, which sounds romantic until you consider that virtually every plastic bag, straw, utensil, or wrapper that has ever escaped into the environment is still out there, infiltrating waterways, being ingested by hundreds of different species, and contributing to global litter. This Valentines Day, listen to speakers from Tennessee, California, Oregon, Washington, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Washington, DC, discuss how States are leading the charge in ending our toxic relationship with plastic.
Register here.

Downtown Bend: Know Justice - The Future of Water in Oregon
2023-02-15 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
How can we balance competing needs to have water for all?
This is an in-person program. Masks are optional at all in-person library events.
Access to safe, sufficient water is designated as a fundamental human right by the United Nations, yet thousands of Oregonians do not meet that standard right now. Oregon’s identity is closely tied to water: it grows the food we eat, it’s the snow we ski on, the rivers we raft, and the provider of First Foods for Indigenous peoples. It’s also the basis for our most charismatic and biodiverse ecosystems. As water demand increases across the state and water supply dwindles when we need it the most, how can we balance competing needs to achieve an equitable water future for all? Join to learn more about water availability under current and future climate conditions, impacts to vulnerable communities, and what we can do to modernize water management in Oregon.
Zach Freed is the Sustainable Water Program Director for The Nature Conservancy in Oregon as well as the Chair of the Global Groundwater Group, an international community of practice for hydrogeologists in nonprofits. He is a hydrologist with more than a decade of experience in science-based collaborative water management throughout the Pacific Northwest. When he isn’t at work, you can find him searching for springs in central Oregon, paddling on the Deschutes, or skiing in the Cascades.

Snake River Salmon and the Race Against Extinction
2023-02-15 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Nez Perce Tribe are leaders in the fight to breach the four lower Snake River dams and restore salmon populations. On February 15th, join special guest Chairman Samuel N. Penney of the Nez Perce Tribe to learn about their incredible work to save the endangered Snake River salmon!
Register here.

Building Resilience Campaign Kick-Off
2023-02-15 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Oregon Just Transition Alliance is helping lead the Building Resilience Coalition! This coalition is made up of a broad group of climate and environmental justice organizations dedicated to making sure Oregon builds healthier, more affordable, and resilient communities that are not reliant on dirty fossil fuels.
We’re excited to announce the official Building Resilience Campaign Kick-off on Wednesday, February 15th from 6:00 – 7:00 PM on Zoom. Join the Kick-Off to learn more about Building Resilience, our priorities and goals, and how you can get involved. Can we count on you to join us?
Who: Building Resilience Coalition
Where: Zoom (link will be provided upon RSVP)
When: Wednesday, February 15th from 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Spanish and ASL translation will be available.
Hear from climate policy experts and key lawmakers about the bills we’re working to pass in the 2023 Legislative Session.
RSVP HERE
Speakers: Special guest: Senate Majority Leader Kate Lieber
For questions about this event please contact Ana Molin (ana@ojta.org), Becca Phelps (becca@uniteoregon.org), or Britney VanCitters (britney@olcv.org). We hope to see you there!

¡Oregon Just Transition Alliance está ayudando a liderar a Building Resilience Coalition! Esta coalición está formada por un amplio grupo de organizaciones de justicia ambiental y climática dedicadas a garantizar que Oregón construya comunidades más saludables, asequibles y resilientes que no dependan de combustibles fósiles contaminantes.
Nos complace anunciar el lanzamiento oficial de la campaña Building Resilience el miércoles 15 de febrero de 6:00 p. m. a 7:00 p. m. en Zoom. Únase al lanzamiento para obtener más información sobre Building Resilience, nuestras prioridades, objetivos, y cómo puede participar. ¿Podemos contar contigo para unirte a nosotros?
Quién: Building Resilience Coalition
Dónde: Zoom (se proporcionará un enlace al confirmar su asistencia)
Cuándo: miércoles 15 de febrero de 6pm a 7pm
Habrá traducción al español y ASL disponible.
Escuche a expertos en políticas climáticas y legisladores clave sobre los proyectos de ley que estamos trabajando para aprobar en la Sesión Legislativa del 2023.
RSVP AQUÍ
Altavoces: Invitada especial: líder de la mayoría del Senado Kate Lieber
Si tiene preguntas sobre este evento, comuníquese con Ana Molina (ana@ojta.org), Becca Phelps (becca@uniteoregon.org) o Britney VanCitters (britney@olcv.org). ¡Esperamos verte ahí!

Plastic-Free Pet Care: Safeguarding the Health of Our Furry Friends
2023-02-16 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Did you know that plastic can be harmful to your pet’s health? From plastic toys to disposable food containers and poop bags, plastic pet care items are everywhere. Science has established links between exposure to plastic chemicals and a range of diseases in humans—and many of the same risks apply to our furry, feathered, and scaly friends!
During this webinar, you will hear about the health hazards of plastics used in pet care products. You’ll also get tips and tricks for finding plastic-free alternatives and explore the impacts of plastic waste on the environment and how we can reduce our plastic footprint as we care for our animal friends. Whether you’re a new pet owner or a seasoned pro, this webinar is for anyone who wants to learn more about how to provide the best possible care for their furry, feathered, or scaly pals, while also taking better care of our planet.
Register here!

Storytelling and Conversation with Harry Slickpoo Jr.
2023-02-17 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Listen to traditional Nez Perce Storytelling from Harry Slickpoo Jr., followed by conversation exploring the art, history, and science embedded in traditional stories and their ability to hold and perpetuate living culture.
Harry Slickpoo Jr. is an enrolled member of the Nez Perce Tribe. A Language Instructor for Northwest Indian College and Lewiston High School teaching nimiipuutimt (Nez Perce language), Harry is also the Collections Specialist for the Nez Perce Tribe’s hitéemenwees Research Library. He is a Cultural consultant to Nez Perce Tourism, a Nimiipuu owned company enriching Nimiipuu cultural identity and providing a bridge for non-Native people to think more deeply about our connection to the Land.
Register here.

Bill "Banter" - Chat About Our Legislative Priorities
2023-02-20 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Beyond Toxics for a Zoom meeting to learn about their priorities for the 2023 Oregon Legislative session and how you can help support these bills on Monday, Feb. 20 at 6 p.m. There will be ample time for Q&A during the last half of the meeting!
They are sponsoring three bills: Toxic Free Schools, Natural Climate Solutions, and the Medical Waste Incineration Act. These bills will promote environmental justice and they need your help to get them passed!
The meeting will include a brief introduction of Beyond Toxics and staff members, an overview of each of their bills, ways to get involved and time for Q&A.
What: Bill Banter – 2023 Legislative Priorities
When: Monday, February 20th at 6:00 p.m.
Where: Zoom meeting (virtual attendance only)
Register: https://beyondtoxics-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0uf-iuqjIoE9KtyF4eCmkUGvNIX1Yu-HY0
Registration is required.

How to Go Solar + Storage
2023-02-21 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
In these free recurring webinars, Solar Oregon will answer your questions about how solar energy and battery systems work, share information about incentives available, and help you take the first step to add solar to your home or business. This webinar is free and open to everyone.
Register here!

Virtual Conversation with Kim Johnson, author of This is My America
2023-02-21 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join author Kim Johnson and Afrocentric Program Coordinator Marcus LeGrand in a conversation on this year’s Season of Nonviolence book discussion selection, This is My America.
Participants will have an opportunity to engage in Q & A with the author. Registration required: Conversation with Kim Johnson

Civic Conversations for a Sustainable Future: An Oregon Legislative Event
2023-02-21 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Central Oregon LandWatch for an evening of meaningful conversation and knowledge-sharing with your local legislators. Learn about what’s in the works at the Oregon State Capitol during the 2023 Legislative Session, and have the opportunity to ask questions and share your thoughts on important issues affecting our community.
Register to attend this virtual event.

A History of Trees—Fire, Old-Growth, and Forest Restoration in Central Oregon: 2023 Nature Nights series
2023-02-21 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Save the date! The Land Trust is pleased to present its 2023 Nature Nights series.
The magnificent ponderosa pine and mixed conifer forests of Central Oregon provide wildlife habitat, clean water, and outstanding outdoor experiences for many people. But these forests are changing rapidly and may not provide the same benefits in the years to come. Join the Deschutes Land Trust, Dr. James Johnston, and Dr. Andrew Merschel of Oregon State University as they share the results of ongoing tree ring research that describes 500 years of change in forests of Central Oregon. They’ll show how they look at old-growth trees as living time capsules that document fire, insect attacks, and birth and death. Learn about the future of Central Oregon’s old-growth forests as they face the challenges of climate change and fire. This presentation is free and ticket sales open one month prior to the event.

HVAC of the Future - Solving the home electrification challenge
2023-02-22 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Learn how progressive HVAC contractors are offering multiple integrated services to simplify home electrification and save homeowners money.
Register here!

Mountainfilm on Tour-Bend
2023-02-24 18:00 - 22:00, 2023-02-25 18:00 - 22:00 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Each year, The Environmental Center brings Mountainfilm on Tour to Bend to showcase incredible documentary films, thoughtfully curated for our Central Oregon audience. This film event features stories of adventure, climate change, culture, and resilience from around the world.

Bringing the Fish Home: Fish Reintroduction and River Restoration in the Upper Deschutes Basin
2023-02-28 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Sixty years after the construction of the Pelton Round Butte Dam Complex, migrating salmon and steelhead are returning to the Upper Deschutes Basin. This seminar will focus on the history of the reintroduction and ongoing restoration efforts to support these fish, which also benefit resident fish and other wildlife.
Speakers:
Megan Hill – Natural Resources Manager, Portland General Electric
Kris Knight – Executive Director, Upper Deschutes Watershed Council
Jacob Kimiecik – Program Manager, Deschutes River Conservancy
Lisa Seales (Moderator) – Program Director, Deschutes River Conservancy
Learn More and Register.

RiverFeast 2023
2023-03-04 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
River lovers, it’s time to gather again to celebrate this beautiful watershed we call home. On Thursday, May 4th, join the Deschutes River Conservancy to learn about their latest restoration initiatives, uplift diverse perspectives, and spend quality time with fellow river champions.
Enjoy passed appetizers and a signature cocktail as you mingle in the beautiful Great Hall, followed by a three-course dinner with fine wine and a carefully selected offering of live auction items. They also have a few new elements planned throughout the evening to engage donors of all levels, so bring your colleagues, family, and friends to show your support for the river we all love!
Buy tickets here!

Community Conversations: Emerging From Our Homes with Facilitator LeeAnn O'Neill
2023-03-06 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Conversation Project Programs are sponsored by Oregon Humanities. They bring people together to talk about their beliefs and experiences around timely and important issues and ideas.
For most, the pandemic meant spending more time in our homes. As we emerge from our homes, our sense of safety and vulnerability moving through our communities may be different if we are walking, biking, rolling, taking public transit, or driving. Join facilitator LeeAnn O’Neill in a conversation that asks, how does the way you move through your community affect your sense of safety and vulnerability? What else affects your sense of safety and vulnerability? How might you change the way you interact with others as you move through your community to create a greater sense of safety for everyone? This conversation is a chance to reflect on our personal roles in creating greater safety for all as we move through our communities.
Madras COCC
Room 117
Monday, March 6
5:30-7:00 p.m. PST
Registration: Madras-Emerging From Our Homes
