The 22nd annual Eagle Watch Celebration is on February 25-26 at Round Butte Overlook Park near Madras. The celebration focuses on the eagles and other raptors that live in the Lake Billy Chinook area. This is a family-friendly event that includes live birds of prey, wild eagle viewing, raptor education, kids activities, and a special presentation…

Chef workshop On the table - developing a Chef's Collaborative. Join the discussion! Chef-Farmer Workshop One-on-one time with farmers and chefs.  Bring your foodie desires and price sheets.  Food & Bevie included Farmer Workshop What's the difference between direct and wholesale markets? From farmer's markets to CSA and restaurant to institution, each market has distinct…

Whatever our outer work, our effectiveness in it depends on how well we are sustaining ourselves on the inside. The practical tools of mindfulness help to reconnect our attention and intention with values and wisdom, that alignment that often gets watered down or lost altogether, as we face the challenges and stresses of our lives.…

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…

Oregon’s hiking expert will take you on a slideshow tour of a dozen new trails he found while researching the third edition of his book, “100 Hikes/Travel Guide: Eastern Oregon.” Hear about a colorful badlands on the Owyhee River, a stunning wilderness with cactus flowers on the John Day, and a viewpoint hike to a…

Join Earth Advantage for this 4-hour class intended for real estate and building industry professionals looking to increase their knowledge about ADU development in the City of Bend, OR. * TEC members get a discounted registration fee.

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…

Discover Your Forest is hosting the Deschutes National Forest Volunteer Information Night this Thursday, March 9th.  The event will be taking place at the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District Office at 63095 Deschutes Market Road from 6:00 - 7:30 PM.  Come and learn about how you can get involved on the Forest, plus maybe win some…

Support Affordable Housing in Bend By Attending the Kôr Community Land Trust Annual Fundraising Dinner Is affordable, sustainable housing something you can get passionate about? If so, please join Kôr Community Land Trust for their annual fundraiser in the Tetherow Basalt Room Thursday, March 9 from 6:00 pm to 9 pm. What better way to…

Plan to attend this informative annual conference held on March 10, 2018 at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center in Redmond. Improve your knowledge and acquire new skills by taking courses taught by experts in a variety of subjects. There is something for everyone, from urban gardeners and hobby farmers to ranch and farm business owners. This educational…