DREAM BOLDLY: The Grand AdvenChair at Open Space
Open Space Event Studios 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend, OR, United StatesLocal Bend adventurer Geoff Babb, a survivor of two strokes, takes years to perfect an all-terrain human-powered wheelchair, culminating in a rigorous 4-day expedition down and back out of the Grand Canyon, with a ripple effect on others from its creation—access to nature previously out of reach. Sometimes one bold dream can change the world for…
“Shark Heart” in Real Life – The Science of Studying Sharks
Downtown Bend Library 601 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, United StatesLearn about sharks and current research with Dr. Alexandra McInturf. Sharks play a critical role in maintaining vibrant ecosystems in Oregon and around the world. Yet, considered "dangerous" by popular media and threatened by human activity worldwide, these organisms have faced global population declines. Dr. Alexandra McInturf has been studying shark species worldwide for the…
“Shark Heart” in Real Life – The Science of Studying Sharks-Sisters Library
Deschutes Public Library - Sisters 110 N Cedar St, Sisters, OR, United StatesLearn about sharks and current research with Dr. Alexandra McInturf. Sharks play a critical role in maintaining vibrant ecosystems in Oregon and around the world. Yet, considered "dangerous" by popular media and threatened by human activity worldwide, these organisms have faced global population declines. Dr. Alexandra McInturf has been studying shark species worldwide for the…
Free Home Energy Assessment Program Community Launch
The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, ORRSVP HERE! Do you work with a Community Organization in Central Oregon? Are you a local elected official in Central Oregon? Come learn about how your constituents can benefit from The Environmental Center's brand new Free Home Energy Assessment Program. We are teaming up with Energy Trust of Oregon to provide free home energy assessments…
Vision Roadshow: Drake-to-Juniper Event
The Commons Cafe and Taproom 875 NW BROOKS ST., Bend, OR, United StatesSince the release of the five-year Vision Action Plan, Envision Bend has been working with vision lead partners to align efforts, spark action, and track collective progress. In the coming months, Envision Bend will be hosting a Summer Vision Roadshow at various coffee shops and breweries around town for the community to learn more about…
Volunteer at Native Plant Giveaways
June 1, 9:00-12:00 PM at Caldera High School (60925 SE 15th St, Bend) June 8, 9:00-1:00 PM at Hollinshead Park (1235 NE Jones Rd, Bend) Volunteer to hand out plants or staff the info table by completing this form. We will give away plants to 560 households this year thanks to the City of Bend, Wintercreek Nursery and…
SheJumps x USFS | WILD SKILLS | Junior Wildland Firefighter Day Camp | OR
Join SheJumps & USFS Junior Wildland Firefighter for a day camp at Scout Lake Campground on Saturday, June 1st in Sisters, Oregon!
Bend Pride
Drake Park 777 NW Riverside Blvd, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin in the ongoing fight for equality and celebrate love, diversity, and resilience at Central Oregon's largest annual 2SLGBTQIA+ Pride event! Hosting a booth at Summer Pride festival, in Drake Park, not only offers an unparalleled opportunity to showcase your organization, business, or cause to a wide and targeted audience but also symbolizes your commitment…
Happy Hour in the Garden
The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, ORJoin us in our Kansas Avenue Learning Garden for our ongoing volunteer work party series. In 2022, volunteers contributed over 200 hours to help keep our learning garden maintained over the growing season. We couldn't do it without you! This event is open to all ages and gardening abilities! No experience or tools required. Beer…
Eggshell Garden Starts at The Environmental Center’s Happy Hour in the Garden
The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, ORMake cute garden starts in eggshells and explore a garden! Stop by the Environmental Center's Happy Hour in the Garden to plant some eggshell starts, and feel free to volunteer in the Environmental Center's learning garden afterwards (optional). This is a family friendly event - no experience or tools necessary. Beer and bubbly will be…