Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Jen Zalewski for an 8-12 mile mountain bike ride in Skyline Forest. This ride is open to experienced* riders who want to explore the crowd-free trails of Skyline Forest while learning about the potential trail network that could connect Bend and Sisters. From fresh water springs to historic lumber…

Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Mary Crow for a wildflower hike around a conserved private ranch outside of Prineville. We’ll hike along Mill Creek and enjoy scenic views of unique rock formations while learning more about the springs and wetlands the ranch protects. Then, we’ll head up into the hills to search for a…

Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Daniele McKay for a hike along the Summit Loop Trail at Smith Rock State Park. This gorgeous 7-mile hike follows the Burma Road up to a ridge overlooking famed peaks like Monkey Face. On the descent, the trail crosses a private property protected by the Land Trust for its…

A true "Wilderness Stewardship Trip". Come help us monitor and take care of two Wilderness Study Areas (WSAs) close to home here in Central Oregon. We'll spend the weekend hiking, driving, biking, and exploring these two WSAs to ensure that they maintain their unique wilderness character. - See more at ONDA's event page.

Join us at Green Drinks, the bi-monthly gathering to learn about local businesses and their sustainability efforts while enjoying an Eco-conscious drink or two! This month we'll be learning about Bloom Well, a safe-access medical marijuana dispensary right here in Bend (1814 NE Division Street) from 5-7pm.

A Community Conversation Led By Professors Ethan Seltzer & Michael Hibbard Every state has a legacy of truths—stories residents tell to explain why things are how they are. When those truths conflict, as they inevitably do, the result is political, social, and cultural tension. In Oregon, tensions manifest themselves as wet versus dry, the valley versus the east side, and, perhaps most fundamental, urban versus rural.…

Join local birders every Wednesday for birding trips in Central Oregon. Meet at 7:00 AM at Nancy P’s at 1054 Milwaukee in Bend. The group car pools, sharing expenses for gas, and taking turns driving. Plans may vary due to weather or rare birds spotted prior to the meeting. To keep up to date on…

Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Jan Rising for a bird walk at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve. Enjoy spring bird migrations to the fullest as you watch for songbirds and hummingbirds in the willows, warblers along the restored Whychus Creek, and woodpeckers working the pine groves. Explore this Sisters-area Preserve that is considered a birding…

Join the Deschutes Land Trust and David Miller for a hike at Whychus Canyon Preserve. Soak up spring as you wind down wildflower-studded slopes to the bright green aspen along Whychus Creek. Scan the canyon for colorful native blooms, like balsamroot or pale blue flax, and watch for songbirds and signs of wildlife. Explore boulder…

When: 9:00 A.M., Saturday, May 31, 2014 Meeting place: Old Mount Bachelor Park & Ride, NE corner of SW Columbia and SW Simpson Light breakfast and coffee will be provided. Lunch, beer, and raffle: 2:00 P.M. at Crowsfeet Commons, 875 NW Brook Street Beer provided by Deschutes Brewery. Lunch by Yo Mama’s Food Cart and Big Troys BBQ Music…