Stream Sampling on Whychus Creek
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesSampling benthic macroinvertebrates, the aquatic life form of insects including mayflies and stoneflies, provides important insights into the health of Whychus Creek. Volunteers will meet at Creekside Park in Sisters for a sampling training, then, in teams of two to four, collect macroinvertebrate samples from sites along Whychus. This event is a great opportunity to…
Endless Summer Bash
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesCome celebrate the last days of summer with Camp Fire Central Oregon. What? A Camp Fire PARTY! Games Crafts Robots (seriously!) Giant bubbles Free popcorn Ice cream Giveaways - visit each of our fun booths, get your "Camp Fire Passport" stamped, get a free throwback t-shirt (while supplies last)! When? August 30th, anytime between 3-5pm…
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,…
Upper Deschutes Kayak Trip: Paddle with the Pros
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesGot questions about the Deschutes? What better way to learn about the river than to paddle it with the pros? Join the Coalition for the Deschutes and Tumalo Creek Kayak and Canoe (TCKC) for a water-based exploration of the Upper Deschutes. TCKC will provide transportation, guides, and the all the gear. Two local water experts, Lisa Seales and Kyle Gorman, will…
Wild Wednesday – Paddle Boarding the John Day River
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesLater this year will mark the 50th anniversary of the Wild & Scenic Rivers Act, which has protected 59 sections of our incredible Oregon rivers for recreation, fish and wildlife, clean water, scenic beauty, and cultural significance. On September 5th, local writer, Oregonian and outdoors woman Krystal Marie Collins (AKA K.M. Collins when featured in…
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,…
Discover Nature Festival
Riverbend Park Bend, OR, United StatesDiscover 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…
Electric Tailgate Party
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin electric vehicle drivers and enthusiasts for an "Electric Tailgate" party hosted by Midstate Electric Cooperative to highlight the clean-air benefits and cost-savings of electric cars. Plug-in vehicles will be on display for attendees to "kick the tires" and find out more about electric transportation. This FREE event is part of the fifth annual National…