The Environmental Center

The Urgency Of Climate Change: Moving Towards A Green New World
2019-04-12 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Climate Change 2020: Science and Policy Solutions
Friday, April 5th from 10am – 12:30pm
Features Dr. John Perona, JD, Professor of Environmental Biochemistry, Portland State University and Oregon Health Sciences University.
How Oregon and the Nation are Responding to Climate Change
Friday, April 12th from 10am – 12:30pm
Features Dr. Gregory Dotson, JD, Assistant Professor of Law, University of Oregon. Learn about Juliana v United States, the landmark constitutional climate lawsuit, featuring Coreal Riday-White, JD, Community Engagement Manager Our Children’s Trust.
Both programs are held at:
Tykeson Hall 111 (TYKH 111), OSU-Cascades – 1500 SW Chandler Ave, Bend, OR 97702
Check-in begins at 9:15 a.m.; doors open at 9:30 a.m. Lectures and parking are free, but advanced registration is required. Register today at osher.uoregon.edu/friday or call 800-824-2714.
These programs are offered to the public at no cost, thanks to the Bernard Osher Foundation Capacity Grant to the University of Oregon.

2019 Furniture Flip & Festival
2019-04-12 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Re-imagine a world of less waste and more creative homes with the 2019 Furniture Flip & Festival, featuring the return of Trashformations!
The 5th Annual Furniture Flip Design Challenge, sponsored by DIY Cave, has returned to the Bend ReStore. This year, the popular community event — during which creative Central Oregonians transform discarded furniture, home accessories and/or building materials into something new and noteworthy — is expanding: Known as “Flip Festival 2019,” it spans two weeks and includes a live construction event and artist demonstrations.
The Fest kicks off on Saturday, April 6 with the rebirth of the beloved community event “Trashformations,” originally held at Pak-it Liquidators. During this one-day marathon arts project, local artists, welders, DIY’ers, crafters and curious folks will gather at the Bend ReStore and convert leftover, broken, discarded or otherwise unloved items into one-of-a-kind sculptures, artworks, furniture and garden art. You’re invited to come watch the creativity unfold!
On Friday, April 12, the Furniture Flip and Trashformations masterpieces will be revealed and sold during a reception and awards event from 6-8 pm.
On Saturday, April 13, the Flip and Trashformations pieces will be on display and for sale (minus the items snapped up on Friday night) during regular ReStore hours (10 am-4 pm). From 11 am-3 pm, a rotating line-up of local artists will offer inspiring and novice-friendly demonstrations for anyone interested in tackling their own upcycle projects.
In a world where TV design shows and internet shopping have all but eliminated any sense of individual personality from home improvement, we could all use some inspiration!
When you shop Flip Festival at the ReStore, you support the arts, the environment and families in our community. This year, Bend Area Habitat for Humanity celebrates 30 years and the dedication of 128 homes for local families and individuals.
Event Schedule:
Saturday, April 6 from 10 am–4 pm: Trashformations Live Construction Event
Friday, April 12 from 6–8 pm: Furniture Flip Reception and Awards Show
Saturday, April 13: Furniture Flip and Trashformations Show (10 am-4 pm)
Artist Demonstrations (11 am–3 pm)

Monarch Wing Making - Open Studio
2019-04-14, 2019-04-17 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Deschutes Land Trust + Base Camp Studio as we craft our very own Magnificent Monarch Wings!
Use your creativity to bring awareness to a cause! Western monarch butterfly populations are in decline. As an important breeding ground for monarchs, Central Oregonians are working together to bring the monarchs back!
Help get the word out by making and wearing your own monarch butterfly wings!
Use fabric, paint, and other materials to make your own monarch wings then join Deschutes Land Trust, Base Camp Studio, and The Environmental Center to walk in a kaleidoscope of butterflies at the Earth Day Fair & Parade.
This drop-in wing making session will led by Base Camp Studio and Land Trust staff to help us on our journey to create and protect our butterflies.
Bring the whole gang or plan some quality time with a parent, child, grandparent, niece, friend… you get the idea! The studio is open for all ages to connect with others doing, creating, and protecting what we love. No art experience necessary. We will have all the materials you will need and a facilitator to help you get started in our journey!

Youth Unstoppable, a documentary
2019-04-15 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
At age 15, filmmaker Slater Jewell-Kemker began attending environmental summits, camera in hand, wide-eyed and ready to make a difference. What began as a single journey evolved into an intimate and challenging documentary shot behind the front lines of the largely unseen and misunderstood global youth climate movement. Seen through the lens of Slater’s camera, Youth Unstoppable documents the struggles, events, and first hand effects on the youth fighting to be heard at home and within the frustrating and complex process of UN Climate Change negotiations. Youth Unstoppable shows us a powerful vision for the future of our planet and the young people who will lead us there.
Tickets can be purchased here.

Public Scoping Meeting: Arnold Irrigation District
2019-04-17 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
You are invited to attend a public scoping meeting to learn about a proposed project in Arnold Irrigation District and provide your feedback. Arnold Irrigation District and project partners propose to modernize aging infrastructure to conserve water, reduce energy use, improve operational efficiencies, and enhance fish and wildlife habitat in the Deschutes River.
More details and project documents are available at oregonwatershedplans.org.

Living in the Future’s Past, the film
2019-04-17 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Producer Jeff Bridges narrates this beautifully photographed, thoughtful film which looks at issues we face as an interconnected world on the brink of a devastating future. Thought leaders and scientists challenge us to broaden our thinking about the true connection among all Earth’s inhabitants. With a focus on the currency of life—energy—the film looks at human impacts on the Earth and what that means going forward.
Ingenuity is in our DNA, and could the solution be inside us? Can we move into the future wisely? What kind of future do you want to see?
Open to the public; $5 donation welcome.

Whole Foods 5% Day
2019-04-18 08:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Whole Foods Market, 2610 U.S. 20, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Shop at Whole Foods Market in Bend on Thursday, April 18th and 5% of the store’s net sales will be donated to our school gardens program! Hope to see you there. Please spread the word.

Bend COTA Work Events
2019-04-18, 2019-04-25, 2019-05-02 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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.

SOLVE it for Earth Day
2019-04-20 09:00 - 13:00 | OR
Take part in Oregon’s largest Earth Day service event! As the number of people visiting and moving to our beautiful state continues to grow, it has become more important than ever to keep it clean and healthy! Let’s come together to make this Earth Day the largest ever, picking up litter, removing invasive plants, and planting native trees and shrubs across Oregon. Together we can make sure Oregon can remain the amazing place we all love.
View all the Central Oregon volunteer opportunities, and sign up for a project today.

Patagonia Worn Wear Tour
2019-04-20, 2019-04-21 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Do you have any fly fishing gear that isn’t keeping you dry? Do you have leaks or seams in your waders that are leaving you soggy after a day on the water? Worn Wear will be fixing ANY brand of waders and ANY brand of clothing, for free!
One item per person on a first come, first served basis. Waders must be dry.

Earth Day Fair & Parade
2019-04-20 11:30 - 15:00 | Downtown Bend, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
FOR FULL EVENT INFO, VISIT OUR EARTH DAY WEBPAGE.
Join The Environmental Center for a fun and festive celebration of the natural world! Our day of festivities kicks off with a colorful, creative parade and with tunes from B Side Brass Band. You’re sure to feel the energy at one of Bend’s best parades!
11:00 am: Assemble on Louisiana Avenue next to McMenamin’s
11:30 am: Parade starts (about 8 blocks through downtown Bend)
No motorized vehicles in the parade. Well-behaved dogs on leashes are allowed. Costumes encouraged!
The fair takes place on Kansas Avenue in front of The Environmental Center (downtown Bend) from 12pm – 3pm. Featuring live music from Maxwell Friedman Group and a street fair with local businesses, nonprofits, and a variety of food carts. Head over to Troy Field for the Kid’s Zone to enjoy interactive activities and games for all ages.
Big thanks to local artist Megan Marie Myers for creating this year’s original Earth Day artwork! Her design is a beautiful interpretation the interconnectedness of humans and the natural world. Be sure to visit Megan’s booth during the fair!

Worthy's Earth Day Celebration Party
2019-04-20 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Worthy Brewing is launching new cans, new merchandise, and a serious yet playful mantra – ‘Earth First. Beer Second.’ Each can portrays Worthy’s mantra on the label, along with Worthy’s commitment, ‘Worthy donates a % of sales to Earth-friendly non-profits,’ which speaks to Worthy’s dedication to environmental stewardship.
On Saturday, April 20, 2019, Worthy Brewing is hosting an Earth Day Celebration party at its east side location to celebrate the release of its new cans and mantra. Following The Environmental Center’s Earth Day parade and fair, Worthy invites you to head on over for a full afternoon and evening of entertainment!
Here’s the schedule:

12-2PM, Solar viewings
3-4PM, 30-minute brewery tours
3:30-4:30PM, selling succulents in Worthy’s new cans (all proceeds donated to The Environmental Center)
3:30-5PM, Worthy’s community partners will be set up on Worthy’s patio to share their mission ,
5:30-7:30PM, Precious Byrd takes the stage
8-8:30PM, Worthy & The Environmental Center will select and announce the 3 raffle winners [prizes include: REI lounge basket, Brasada Ranch 2-night staycation, and a wheelbarrow full of Worthy’s new cans of beer]

Worthy chefs will be offering a special patio menu, featuring vegetarian/vegan menu options.

Earth Day at Tentsile
2019-04-22 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Tentsile to celebrate Earth Day, drink free beer, and listen to live bluegrass music – all while benefiting the Deschutes Trails Coalition. We’re excited to host The Pitchfork Revolution, a true blue Northwest band!
This free, all-ages event will feature Trail Beer courtesy of 10 Barrel, kombucha by Humm, and tacos for purchase by El Sancho taco cart. Buy a raffle ticket for $5 to support the Deschutes Trails Coalition: grand prize giveaway is a two-person tree tent, the Connect ($450 value).
Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot at this spring kickoff and locals-only party!

Feathers, Fur, and Feelers: Deschutes River Residents
2019-04-22 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Globe-trotting photographer, Dave Rein, keeps it mostly local in this upcoming presentation. Dave will share some of his most endearing photos of wildlife as well as scenic shots of Central Oregon rivers and beyond. Along the way, he’ll offer photographic tips and tell tales about his encounters and adventures. Dave has an affection, and a keen eye, for river otters!
Doors open at 6:00 pm. Please RSVP. Suggested donation $2-$5 at the door.

10 Barrel Charity Night
2019-04-23 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
10 Barrel Eastside Pub is stepping up to support The Environmental Center this month! Join us on Tuesday, April 23rd to enjoy some great food and beer in support of local sustainability. 10 Barrel will donate all proceeds between 5-9pm to The Environmental Center. Plus, our team will be hanging out in the pub to help you find ways to connect with our work. Stop by our table to chat!
Thank you, 10 Barrel Brewing Co. for supporting sustainability in Central Oregon.

2019 Oregon Active Transportation Summit
2019-04-24 - 2019-04-26 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
On April 24-26, summit attendees will join leaders from across Oregon and beyond for networking, sharing best practices, and shaping the future of transportation.
Transportation, planning, tourism, and health professionals; policymakers; advocates; researchers; and visionaries will come together to share the latest and greatest on what investing in biking, walking, and transit means for our communities. Check out the complete overview of the summit and register today!
**Prices will increase on March 22.

UP North Loop Talks
2019-04-24 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Imagine walking out your front door one day in May and not coming back until early November, covering more than 2,600 miles on foot between those two days.
That’s just what Ras and Kathy Vaughn did last year when they embarked on a journey through the Pacific Northwest, stitching together portions of several long trails in order to create one massive loop hike.
Ras and Kathy – also known as Team UltraPedestrian – were the first people to ground-truth a possible cross-country connection between the Idaho Centennial Trail and the Oregon Desert Trail, a route which also includes extensive cross-country travel. With a bit of shimmying through canyons and a few twists and turns, they made it work.
This adventurous thru-hiking duo will be presenting near you soon:
UP North Loop Talks

April 11, 7 p.m. | Footzone, Bend, OR
April 24, 7 p.m. | Mountain Supply, Bend, OR
May 7, 6 p.m. | Deschutes Public Library, Downtown Bend, OR

Garden Educator Network: Spring Lessons in the School Garden
2019-04-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Our Spring Garden Educator Network Event will be a short workshop with local gardener and author, Kaci Rae Christopher, whose first book, The School Garden Curriculum, will be published in April! This workshop will go over some of her favorite spring garden lessons with kids, and you’ll leave with hands on ideas to do in your classroom or garden this spring. We are going to pre-order a handful of her books to be able to pass on a discount to our local garden educators at this event. Be sure to let us know if you are interested in purchasing one!
After the workshop, we’ll tour around the OSU Extension demonstration gardens and enjoy beverages while we share more informal ideas among each other for getting kids involved in garden based education this spring.

Screening of "The Age of Consequences"
2019-04-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Bend Senior High School Environmental Club will offer a free public viewing of the movie, “The Age of Consequences”. Doors will open at 5:30pm if you want to meet our team and learn more about the background of the movie.
“The Age of Consequences” is a feature-length bipartisan documentary released in 2016 that investigates the national security and global security concerns exacerbated by climate change. Many veterans, government personnel from our department of state or defense, and current military personnel.
Watch the trailer here.

Bend Bike Swap
2019-04-26 - 2019-04-28 | Thump Coffee, 549 NW York, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Buy and Sell Used Bikes and Gear!

Bend Bike Swap will be organized by the Bend Endurance Academy and hosted by Thump Coffee in Northwest Crossing. The Bend Endurance Academy will continue the tradition of offering an assortment of gear for mountain biking, road cycling, cyclocross while making customer service a high priority. Commissions from sales raise important funds to support BEA’s Youth and Junior Development Programs.
Friday April 26:

All pre-checked items are transported to the Swap site at Thump Coffee
Online registration ends at Noon
Final chance to register your items on-site at Thump Coffee 3 – 7 PM

Saturday April 27:

Swap is OPEN 10 – 6 PM

Sunday April 28:

Swap is OPEN 9:30 – 3 PM
Sellers must collect all unsold items 4 – 6 PM

Central Oregon’s Water Resources in a Changing Climate
2019-04-26 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
What impacts will a changing climate have on our rivers, communities, and water supplies? Come learn about how water works in the Deschutes Basin and the strategies available to create resiliency in the face of a changing climate.
Speakers will share their expertise and findings from the Basin Study that will help solve legacy water issues in the basin, and that can also be used to adapt to changing water supplies predicted for the future.
Jonathan La Marche, Hydrologist with the Oregon Water Resources Department, will discuss the unique hydrology of the Deschutes Basin and the changes we might expect under climate change.
Kate Fitzpatrick, Program Director of the Deschutes River Conservancy, will explain how water is currently managed in the Deschutes Basin and what kind of strategies partners are implementing to meet needs into the future for our rivers and communities.

Desert Naturalist Hike Series: Chimney Rock Family Scavenger Hunt
2019-05-01 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
On Saturday, June 1st, celebrate the 10th year of the Oregon Badlands Wilderness by exploring the surrounding area on a family adventure with author Wendy Gorton of 50 Hikes with Kids: Oregon and Washington (a National Outdoor Book Award prizewinner)! We’ll explore one of the hiking routes and scavenger hunts from her book — kids will receive their own nature journal, learn how to stop and try to identify species, do nature photography with camera phones, and “power up” by stopping at switchbacks and playing nature games.
Difficulty: Moderate. At 2.8 miles round trip with 566 feet elevation gain, this is considered a challenging hike for little ones but very do-able with plenty of stops and water! Bring layers, water, a hat, sunscreen, first aid kit and any other items your child needs to have a good time outdoors.
Plenty of mid-day snacks will be provided by Newport Avenue Market. Attendees are welcome to pack additional lunches.
Please note that space is limited and pre-registration via Eventbrite is required. If the trip is filled when you go to register, we encourage you to sign up for the waitlist as spaces do open up on these hikes. Click here to register.

Mythic Wolf Stories
2019-05-01 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Central Oregon Chapter of Great Old Broads for Wilderness and Oregon Wild are sponsoring a conversation and presentation by Susan Strauss. Susan will present ancient stories from world cultures that pre-date the Dark Ages of Europe and the advent of such misleading tales as “Little Red Riding Hood”.
The purpose of the evening is to be inspired by this ancient wisdom to write letters objecting to the Trump Administration’s proposed delisting of the wolf from the Endangered Species List. All letters will be collected at the end of the evening and mailed in bulk to the Center for Biological Diversity. This will support the Center’s legal efforts to thwart the wolf’s delisting.
Please register in advance.

National Historic Preservation Month Kick-Off Party
2019-05-03 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Every May, Deschutes County Historical Society and our partners celebrate the myriad of ways that historic preservation enhances our quality of life. With a full schedule of events, it is easy to understand why This Place Matters.
What is historic preservation? Historic preservation means saving the story of us—the communities we cherish, the parks we love, the buildings we admire, the little stories we always share with visitors. From ancient cultures through the growth of our communities among the sagebrush, it is about saving the places, buildings, artifacts, stories, and memories that preserve and enhance our story.
Sponsored by the Deschutes County Historical Society, the Bend Chamber of Commerce, Deschutes County Historic Landmarks Commission, City of Bend Landmarks Commission, City of Redmond Landmarks Commission, and the Deschutes Land Trust.
A full schedule of events for the month is now available on the Deschutes Historical Museum website.

2019 Food & Farm Directory Release
2019-05-03 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The 8th Annual Food & Farm Directory from High Desert Food & Farm Alliance is a 48-page comprehensive community resource and guide to Central Oregon food. The directory is full of information to connect High Desert citizens and visitors with food that is grown, raised and produced in our region. It will introduce you to the local family farmers, ranchers, and businesses that are committed to producing, purchasing, and providing local food to Central Oregon communities.
The directory is FREE, and can be found first in The Bulletin’s May 3rd edition or at FootZone Bend downtown during First Friday on May 3rd, from 5-7 p.m.

4th Annual Faces of Farming Gala
2019-05-03 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Central Oregon Locavore presents:
Innovation in Farming
4th Annual Faces of Farming Gala, Silent Auction and Farm to Table Feast
Do you love fresh, nourishing food and the hard-working souls who make it possible?
Join Central Oregon Locavore on Friday, May 3rd, at The Tetherow Resort Event Pavilion for an evening of artful and delicious surprise, designed to honor the hardy and dedicated people who grow and raise our food in Central Oregon.
This event will include a photograph narrative of our local farmers and ranchers, a silent auction, local wine, beer and cocktails, and an extensive menu showcasing the bounty of local farms and ranches brought to you by Chef Miguel and the culinary team at Tetherow.
This years theme is Innovation in Farming. As casually observed by many, and truly noticed by few, farmers are the ultimate innovators. From fixing broken machinery, to crafting complex security systems for curious livestock, to gently tricking plants to a higher yield, an extra month of production, or an early germination, farmers and ranchers are the ultimate craftsman. It takes a certain type of ingenuity, or mad genius, to contend with nature. And farmers have just that type of genius it takes. After all, necessity is the mother of creation. Faces of Farming serves to connect those passionate about our sustainability, cultivates strong relationships and celebrates the potential in all of us.
