Crow’s Feet Commons and Oregon Wild have teamed up to educate and share tales of epic backcountry adventures told by members of our local community. On December 13th, international ski guide and local adventurer extraordinaire - David Marchi - will share his story of backcountry skiing in Kashmir, India. From the unique “curry powder” snow, to exhilarating encounters…

The Deschutes National Forest, Discover Your Forest and OSU-Cascades are partnering to offer educational opportunities for OSU-Cascades Students and the public. A lecture series called “The Greatest Good” will feature presentations from land managers and specialists from the Deschutes National Forest on a variety of topics in natural resources. The lecture Series begins October 2017…

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…

Celebrate the holidays with Central Oregon’s vegan community! Eat, socialize, and participate in a New Year’s game. Please bring a vegan dish (no animal products, including honey) to serve 6-8 people, a card listing ingredients, and your own cup, plate, and utensils. If you can, please also bring a donation for Bethlehem Inn: store gift…

Take time out to give thanks, step back from the intensity of news, and enjoy the company of others who like you care deeply about Oregon and our planet. Live lively music by the Appaloosa three-some, a few fun get-to-know-you activities, slides of hikes-camp outs-treasures, tasty dishes of your favorite recipes and door prizes.  Wear…

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…

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…

The Mid Oregon section of the PCT was hit hard by wildfires this year so we're preparing for a busy trail maintenance season next year. Trails in the burned areas will need our help! Pacific Crest Trail Association and other trail maintenance groups will need new volunteers, and we'll also need experienced volunteers ready to…

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…

Join Oregon Wild for a presentation on how and where to snowshoe in central Oregon. We'll have tips and suggestions regarding everything from safety to gear to picking the most scenic trails. We'll include some "Snowshoeing 101" for those new to the activity as well as some tips on locations that would be applicable to…