The Environmental Center

Madras Vigil for George Floyd
2020-06-06 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Peaceful gathering in Madras, Oregon to honor George Floyd and stand for justice for #BLM.
Where: 222 NW 4th St

Black Lives Matter Community Vigil
2020-06-06
Please join us to remember and honor every person of color who has lost their lives at the hands of brutality. This will be an evening of community and coming together in peace for all of Central Oregon.
Social distancing guidelines and masks are recommended throughout the event.
Please bring any candles, signs and pictures. That you would like for the evening.
Keep in mind that this is a peaceful event. Do not incite violence or harm! Let’s set an example as a community.

Bend for Black Lives Matter
2020-06-07
Join a peaceful sit down protest in solidarity with the lives lost and the ones we must fight for. Bring masks, signs, and pictures.
Keep in mind that this is a peaceful event. Do not incite violence or harm! Let’s set an example as a community.

RISE UP FOR JUSTICE BLACK LIVES AND OUR COLLECTIVE FUTURE
2020-06-08
Please join Rise Up for Justice Monday for a critical discussion they’re hosting on the history and impact of police violence and inequality on the Black community, the current context of white supremacy and Black resistance, and the possibilities and strategies for a racial justice future.

Nature Journaling Workshop Series
2020-06-09, 2020-06-16, 2020-06-23
Nature Journaling Workshop Series: This series starts on June 2nd and continues on Tuesdays in June.
Nature journaling is the practice of drawing and writing in response to observations of nature. Enjoy a “conversation with nature” by slowing down to notice and record what you see in our natural surroundings. Due to the nature of this virtual class, the instructor will bring various items from the natural world to a virtual classroom for viewing. With prompts and guidance from the instructor, students will be able to draw what they see and write “field notes” about their accompanying thoughts and observations. This series is offered by OSU Extension in Washington County and taught by artist Elizabeth Higgins. Register today. Space is limited.
Contact for questions and requests for accessibility-related accomodations: Alice Phillips alice.phillips@oregonstate.edu

The Story of Plastic Film Screening with Discussion Panel
2020-06-09
Description

Join the Newport Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation for a moderated live discussion with this amazing and knowledgable panel:

Charlie Plybon of Oregon Policy Manager, Surfrider Foundation
Megan Ponder, accomplished public policy expert, researcher, and a producer of the award-winning documentary The Story of Plastic
Pete Chism-Winfield, past chair of AOR and Program Coordinator at the City of Portland’s Bureau of Planning and Sustainability

Moderated by Rosalynn Greene, AOR’s Legislative chair, we’ll examine the movie, take audience Q&A, and learn how Oregonians can #BreakFreeFromPlastic.

Public Lands Pop Quiz
2020-06-09
Ready for a pop quiz on public lands? Study up and join Oregon Natural Desert Association for a fun presentation that will use trivia-style questions while teaching you more about how public lands are designated and managed across the United States! All participants who join this live event will be entered to win a raffle prize package.
This is an interactive digital event, which you can live-stream from the comfort of your home. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to join, so sign up now:

Webcast: Hiking the Wonders of Mount Hood
2020-06-10
The Wonders of Mount Hood

Mount Hood is home to some of Oregon’s most jaw droppingly beautiful trails, old-growth forests, wildflowers, and streams. Eli Boschetto, author of the brand new Day Hiking Mount Hood guide, will take you on a virtual tour of some of the more off-the-beaten-path trails where you’ll be able to enjoy the mountain safely as we temporarily adjust our hiking habits in light of current health concerns.
Of course, it isn’t enough just to enjoy Mount Hood. These precious public lands deserve and need protection. Oregon Wild’s Erik Fernandez will discuss efforts to chart a new vision for recreation and conservation around Mount Hood, it’s carbon rich old-growth forests, rivers, trails, and wildlife.

Bend COTA Work Events
2020-06-11, 2020-06-18
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 helped build and maintain the trails you love.
Please bring a hydration pack with water and a snack.
Be sure to bring appropriate layers to accommodate whatever the weather may be.
Questions? contact@cotamtb.com
All COTA trail work events require the following safety measures:
All participants are required to have the following protective clothing and equipment:

Sturdy shoes or boots
Gloves
Eye protection with clear or light colored lens
Long pants

Due to COTA’s insurance requirements and the inherent dangers of trail work, we must implement the following policy regarding children at work events:

For anyone 14 years of age or younger, we require one parent, guardian, or responsible adult for supervision of every four kids attending any COTA trail work events.
All minors under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian available to sign our waiver.

Anyone who arrives for a work event may be turned away if he/she cannot meet the above requirements.

The Story of Plastic Documentary: Panel and Screening
2020-06-11
Join the Newport Chapter of Surfrider Foundation, Oregon Sea Grant, Hatfield Marine Science Center Green Team, and Thompson’s Sanitary for a free virtual screening of The Story of Plastic, followed by a Q&A panel discussion at 6:30 pm.

The Story of Plastic brings into focus an alarming, man-made crisis and the heroes who are working every day to rise up against big plastic. After the film, learn more from our panelists about efforts underway here in Newport and statewide to reduce plastics and ways that you can get involved.
Our panels will include:

Cait Goodwin, Oregon Sea Grant
Aimee Thompson, Thompson’s Sanitary
Brandon Trelstad, Oregon State University (invited)
Facilitated by Charlie Plybon, Oregon Policy Manager, Surfrider Foundation

Attendees will receive a link to stream the film from the event host 48 hours before the event start time. The link will be delivered to you at the email address you use to RSVP here. In that same email, you will also receive zoom info for the panel discussion.

InFARMation: The Great Oregon Bake Off
2020-06-11
Join Friends of Family Farmers for their next virtual InFARMation: The Great Oregon Bake Off – Growing, Milling, and Baking Local Grains. From growing, to milling to baking, there are plenty of opportunities to support local farms and businesses along the way. Join for an informational evening on the ins and outs of growing grains, baking with Oregon-grown flours, and get some tips on sourcing flour and achieving loaf perfection.

Native Plant Sale - 2020 Annual Event
2020-06-13
Clearwater Native Plant Nursery has decided to go ahead with the annual “Open to the Public” event this season. However, they ask that folks be patient and practice physical distancing while at the nursery. They also ask that you limit the number of people in your party to those shopping for plants. Masks would be greatly appreciated.

Environmental Justice Youth Art Debut
2020-06-15
Environmental Justice Pathways is featuring 4 young local artists who are leading the way in addressing environmental injustices using creative solutions to inspire positive change in their communities. These artists use storytelling, photography, and cinematography to imagine relevant and accessible solutions to environmental, climate, and racial justice. There will be an “open mic” style poetry slam at the end. All are welcome!

Farmers Connecting with Other Farmers
2020-06-15
FoFF’s warmly invites producers to join their Virtual Farmer Chats, July 13th and 27th from 7:30 to 9:00pm, where they will continue to discuss Racial and Food Justice. FoFF’s creates a space for farmers to talk with each other about how we can dismantle the mechanisms that oppress our fellow farmers, neighbors, and friends. All farmers, ranchers and farmworkers are welcome.

Toward Belonging Digital Dialogue with john powell, Catherine Fieschi, Mathieu Lefevre, and Jeremy Perelman
2020-06-16
Beginning June 16, Professor powell will be part of a series of monthly digital discussions called Toward Belonging. This first digital dialogue will feature a live conversation about the opportunities and threats to social inclusion and belonging in Europe and the US, how COVID-19 is shaping new community responses and dynamics, and where we can go better, together.

Ask a Pair of Experts: Environmental Policy
2020-06-16
Oregon Natural Desert Association’s Senior Attorney Mac Lacy and Program Director Mark Salvo will cover the history of ONDA’s legal work, share thoughts on how Covid-19 might impact conservation policy, and take your questions.

Cooking Matters Family Meal Workshops
2020-06-17, 2020-06-24
Cooking Matters is a nutrition and cooking course delivered virtually by OSU Extension Service Nutrition Educators. Learn how to plan and prepare healthy, budget-friendly snacks and meals for your family.
Cooking Matters es un curso de nutrición y cocina impartido virtualmente por OSU Extension Service Nutrition Educators. Aprenda a planificar y preparar meriendas y comidas saludables y económicas para su familia.

Diversity and Bias Thinking Webinar
2020-06-17
What is implicit bias? Where does bias come from? Why do we believe the things we believe, and how do we change as we grow?
Register for this important training and conversation, led by Erika Preyer McCalpine, an expert in equity and inclusion work, co-founder of the Love Your Neighbor forums and OSU-Cascades Business Instructor and Degree Program Lead.
Erika will cover a wide range of topics, including implicit bias, the difference between equality/equity/justice, and a review of academic studies on who is most impacted by bias.

Systemic Racism in Outdoor and Urban Spaces. How Do We Move Forward?
2020-06-17
Where do we go from here?
The challenges that Black, Indigenous, and people of color face outdoors and in life are undeniable. For many of us, reckoning with that means confronting some uncomfortable truths. Join Oregon Wild for a panel discussion on race, the outdoors, and more.

JUNETEENTH PEACEFUL PROTEST
2020-06-19
Through all forms of adversity, our communities organize in purpose, power, and action. Celebrate Juneteenth with Peaceful Protesting, Music, Peace, Love and Joy!
What is Juneteenth?

Take Back The Butte
2020-06-19
On June 19th African Americans will once again be celebrating the slaves being freed by Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation. Known as Juneteenth, it is a time to celebrate our freedom as Americans. In honor of this day, and in order to silent the ghosts of Bends past, we will have a march and a ceremony to “Take the Butte Back” and claim it in the name of peace and equality.

Black Lives Matter Rally - Prineville, Oregon
2020-06-20
Join us on Saturday, June 20th in Prineville for a Black Lives Matter event. This is a gathering for peace, education, friendship, and Justice! We will spend time together as a community discussing the problems of brutality and white supremacy running nationwide through our law enforcement and education system.
Keep in mind that this is a peaceful event. Do not incite violence or harm! Let’s set an example as a community.

OUTSPOKEN: Virtual Spoken Word + Space for LGBTQ+ Expression
2020-06-21
Join Out Central Oregon for OUTSPOKEN: Virtual Spoken Word and space to LGBTQ+ expression.

All LGBTQ+ identifying individuals are welcome but priority will be put towards the amplification of voices within the BIPOC community.

Feel free to dress up, get creative, and show up in this loving virtual space via zoom on June 21 4:30pm.

Buzzing and Beautiful: Designing Pollinator Gardens
2020-06-22
A virtual tour with two OSU guides to help you garden for pollinators, plus time for Q&A. We’ll cover everything from what shrubs to plant, how to use mason bees, shrubs and trees that bloom in winter and some garden designs that look great, attract a wide array of pollinators, but use plants that are readily available in local nurseries. Kick National Pollinator Week off with us in your garden!
Register here: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/events/buzzing-beautiful-designing-pollinator-gardens-osu-extension
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/585599728760168/
Submit questions in advance: https://beav.es/4Vd

Nowheres Wolf: A Stop Motion Film
2020-06-23
Oregon’s most famous wolf made history after traveling thousands of miles across Oregon and into California. OR-7, also known as Journey, became the first confirmed wolf west of the Cascades since gray wolves had been eradicated in 1947. His welcome return brought inspiration and hope that his species could once again thrive on their ancestral lands.

Join Oregon Wild for a special work-in-progress screening of NOWHERES WOLF and take a deeper dive into the fascinating world of stop-motion animation. Hear from Suzie Moulton on her inspiration for creating the film and how you can help finish it. There will also be a panel discussion on the role of art in activism with Portland EcoFilm Fest and Crag Law Center.

How do we dream a new normal?
2020-06-23
As we continue to navigate these times of uncertainty, we find ourselves searching for answers. The questions vary and range from what happens next, to how do we move forward?
