Invasive Weed Pull on the Deschutes River
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJuniper Group is partnering with Bend Parks and Recreation to remove some invasive plant species that are making inroads into the South Canyon section of the Deschutes River Trail. Parks & Rec staff will provide all tools and instruction. We’ll hike up to a mile on a sometimes-rocky trail to the worksite. We’ll go at…
Garden Educator Network Meeting
Three Rivers Elementary School 56900 Enterprise Dr, Sunriver, OR, United StatesPlease join us at Three Rivers School in Sunriver for an end of year Regional Gathering for farm and garden based educators in Central Oregon. The purpose of the Gathering is to share resources, provide networking opportunities, and address region-specific challenges. Our focus for this June event is to share what you have been up…
Happy Hour in the Garden
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesThis year, Happy Hour in the Garden will run from March through October. Instead of weekly, this volunteer event will be on the *1st & 3rd Tuesdays*, kicking off Tuesday, March 1st. Stop by anytime between 4-6 on the following dates to help out in the garden and enjoy a bubbly beverage. Family friendly, no…
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…
Springs to Sprouts: River to Farm
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesA day-long field trip to explore the Upper Deschutes River and learn about the farmers who depend on it. We’ll begin our exploration of the Deschutes River at Dillon Falls and the Ryan Ranch wetlands. Our next stop will be at one of the canals in Bend. From there we'll visit a farm east of…
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,…
Todd Lake Trail Work Day
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesHelp build and restore the Todd Lake Trail to reduce erosion and impacts on wetlands, wildlife and wildflowers, in memory of Carol Swift who loved Todd Lake and all those taken by cancer too soon. Two trail work parties this year, June 9th and September 15-16. Over 35 volunteers came last year to help build…
Sunriver Nature Center Open House
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesHelp celebrate Sunriver Nature Center's 50th anniversary this year! Enjoy free admission on Saturday, June 9th from 9am - 5pm during an Open House. Come see why the Nature Center remains a Central Oregon destination for discovery and fun. The Nature Center and Observatory will be open for exploration and our team of Naturalists and…
Puddlestompers: Wildlife is Everywhere
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesSpark a sense of wonder for nature through imaginative play, exploration, songs and stories. This week’s program is Wildlife is Everywhere with Wildheart Nature School. Ages 3-5 with family. Free!
Chimney Rock Family Nature Adventure
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesGrab the kids and join author Wendy Gorton for a hike through a juniper doorway, catch views of the Crooked River, holler down below at Echo Bench, and feel the satisfaction of making it all the way up to Chimney Rock. Mini scavenger hunt sheets will be handed out as families join Wendy to spot species,…