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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180610
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SUMMARY:LandWatch Spring Hike
DESCRIPTION:LandWatch is excited to offer a series of spring walks to some of the most spectacular field sites in Central Oregon as part of our Rivers & Springs program. These trips include beautiful springs\, pristine riparian corridors\, and dramatic stream and river confluences. We will explore some of the region’s fascinating hydrology\, including the connection between ground water and surface springs\, while engaging in restorative walks\, including guided reflection on our connection to the natural environment. \nJoin us for this walk around Fall River Springs\, Big Tree/Dead Slough\, and the confluence of the Fall River with the Upper Deschutes River. \n\nSunday\, June 10\, 10:00am to 3:00pm\nEasy\, mostly level trail\nForested and shady to open and (hopefully) sunny\nNote that the trail can get a little muddy\n\nHike leaders:\n\nNathan Hovekamp\, naturalist and LandWatch Wildlife Program Director\nJeff Perreault\, retired USGS hydrologist and LandWatch board member\n\nSuggested equipment: comfortable hiking shoes\, sack lunch\, plenty of water\, sunscreen\, binoculars\, and field guides. You will receive an email with more details closer to the date of the hike \n 
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/landwatch-spring-hike/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180611
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SUMMARY:Women's Mountain Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Nancy Chaffee for a 6-8 mile beginning/intermediate mountain bike ride at the Metolius Preserve. Visit all three sections of the forested 1\,240-acre Metolius Preserve following singletrack trails and dirt roads. Along the way we’ll stop in various locations and talk about the many hidden qualities of the Preserve\, including its diverse plant and wildlife communities\, new trail system\, and other interesting tidbits. \nRide Rating: This is a beginner/intermediate\, 6-8 mile mountain bike ride on dirt roads and trails. You should be comfortable riding singletrack\, but be ready for fun stops to smell the roses. Riders should be able to ride over loose gravel and small obstacles in the trail such as roots and vegetation. This ride does not take place on smooth\, well-packed trails. It is a mix of logging roads and trails with some climbs and descents. \nFree. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/womens-mountain-bike-ride/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180611
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SUMMARY:Kids' Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Mary Yanalcanlin of East Cascades Audubon Society for a bird walk just for kids! Wander around Hindman Springs looking for birds and nests while learning about bird behavior and habitat. Explore the changing of the seasons as birds prepare for summer. Perfect for kids ages 4-10 with a grown-up in tow. \nHike Rating: This is an easy ~1 mile walk on a gravel trail for kids. \nFree. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/kids-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180611
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
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SUMMARY:Chimney Rock Family Nature Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Grab 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\, draw in a nature journal\, and play a few fun games while hiking to the top of Chimney Rock. A free copy of “50 Hikes with Kids: Oregon and Washington” will be raffled at the end of the hike. \nDifficulty: Moderate – At 2.8 miles out and back\, 566 feet elevation gain\, this is considered a challenging hike for little ones but very do-able with plenty of stops and water! \nChimney Rock is about a 35 drive east of Bend. Hikers will meet at ONDA’s Bend office.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/chimney-rock-family-nature-adventure/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180610
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
CREATED:20180606T015432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T200724Z
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SUMMARY:Puddlestompers: Wildlife is Everywhere
DESCRIPTION:Spark 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. \nAges 3-5 with family.  Free!
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/puddlestompers-wildlife-is-everywhere/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180610
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T200713Z
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SUMMARY:Sunriver Nature Center Open House
DESCRIPTION:Help 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 Astronomers will be hosting activities throughout the day. Activities will include raptor presentations\, reptile encounters\, nature crafts\, guided trail walks\, rocket launches\, solar viewing\, a native plant sale\, and much more. \nWhether it’s your first time visiting or you are a long-time member\, all are welcome! \nAdmission is waived for day-time admission (9am – 5pm) only. Carpooling and biking is strongly recommended as parking is limited. Food trucks will be available throughout the day.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/sunriver-nature-center-open-house/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180610
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
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SUMMARY:Todd Lake Trail Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Help 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 boardwalk\, trim overhanging vegetation\, remove illegal fire rings\, decommission trail sections\, rebuild trail\, trim conifers\, and build 150 feet of beautiful boardwalk to protect the wet meadow and keep feet dry.  No serious boardwalk building until September 15 and 16 when the meadows dry out—550 more feet to do. \nDiscover Your Forest is accepting tax deductible donations for materials for the project at the following link:  http://discoveryourforest.org/donate. \nDirections:  Drive 24 miles from Bend west on Cascade Lakes Highway (46)\, then 0.5 mile north on Forest Road 4600-370 to Todd Lake Trailhead.  Walk through the gate and hike 1/4 mile to the lake.  Bring what you’ll need for a day outside including sturdy hiking or rubber boots\, long pants and sleeves\, work gloves\, hats\, and sunglasses.  Bring water\, snacks and rain gear.  Lunch will be provided.  Because of limited parking\, carpool if possible. \nPlease RSVP (and any questions) by emailing ToddLakeTrailTeam@gmail.com.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/todd-lake-trail-work-day/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180609T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180609T110000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Bird Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join 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\, there is always something exciting to see through your binoculars! \nEarly registration is strongly encouraged and participation is limited to 12 birders. Expect to walk approximately three to four miles along various trails. Please no strollers or dogs. Wear sturdy and water-resistant footwear and bring a bottle of water and a pair of binoculars with you. Bird walks are geared toward adults\, however children with a serious interest in birding are welcome with a parent/guardian.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/saturday-bird-walks-2/2018-06-09/
LOCATION:Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory\, 57245 River Rd\, Sunriver\, OR\, 97707\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180610
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SUMMARY:Springs to Sprouts: River to Farm
DESCRIPTION:A day-long field trip to explore the Upper Deschutes River and learn about the farmers who depend on it. \nWe’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 Bend where we’ll have lunch\, go for a hay ride to see the farm\, keep up our learning and chatting\, and have fun! \nTransportation and food will be provided. \nSprings to Sprouts is a collaborative effort of the Coalition for the Deschutes\, the High Desert Educational Agricultural Tours\, High Desert Food and Farm Alliance\, irrigation districts of Central Oregon\, and Central Oregon Seed\, Inc.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/springs-to-sprouts-river-to-farm/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180608
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
CREATED:20160803T235848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T200442Z
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SUMMARY:Bend COTA Work Events
DESCRIPTION:When:  Thursday Aug 11\, Tuesday Aug 16\, Tuesday Aug 23 and Tuesday Aug 30\, 5:15 to Dusk \nWhere:  Meet at the old Ray’s parking lot\, NE corner of Simpson Ave and Century Drive in Bend \nWorksite:  Varies \nThere’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. \nPlease bring a hydration pack with water and a snack. \nBe sure to bring appropriate layers to accommodate whatever the weather may be. \nQuestions?  contact@cotamtb.com \nAll COTA trail work events require the following safety measures: \nAll participants are required to have the following protective clothing and equipment: \n\nSturdy shoes or boots\nGloves\nEye protection with clear or light colored lens\nLong pants\n\nDue to COTA’s insurance requirements and the inherent dangers of trail work\, we must implement the following policy regarding children at work events: \n\nFor 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.\nAll minors under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian available to sign our waiver.\n\nAnyone who arrives for a work event may be turned away if he/she cannot meet the above requirements.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/bend-cota-work-events-2016-08-11/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180606
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
CREATED:20220503T060232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T201445Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:This 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 experience or tools necessary. \nContact Denise Rowcroft\, Garden Program Manager\, if you have any questions about getting involved. \n\nMarch 1 & 15 (March & April beer sponsored by Worthy Garden Club)\nApril 5 & 19\nMay 3 & 17 (May & June beer sponsored by Boneyard Beer)\nJune 7 & 21\n\nDue to summer trips\, please note that summer dates (July & August) are the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month! \n\nJuly 12 & 26 (July & August beer sponsored by Deschutes Brewery)\n*August 9 & 23* (Note\, this is the 2nd & 4th Tuesday\, rescheduled due to planned time off)\nSeptember 6 & 20 (Sept & Oct beer sponsored by 10 Barrel Brewing Co)\nOctober 4 & 18
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/happy-hour-in-the-garden-10-2022-05-03/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180604T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180604T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
CREATED:20180521T192034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180521T200838Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Educator Network Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please 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 to in your school garden projects this spring\, as well as your plans for (or questions about) summer maintenance. Plus\, we will hear from the Three Rivers Wellness Committee and see their new small indoor garden made out of shopping carts! \nThe Environmental Center has taken on a new role as Regional Education Hub Lead for the Oregon Farm to School and School Garden Network for Central Oregon.  In this role\, we’ll provide region specific resources and ongoing responsive technical assistance\, work to address region-specific challenges and networking opportunities including Regional Gatherings.  For questions or support contact Denise Rowcroft\, denise@envirocenter.org\, 541-385-6908 x14
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/garden-educator-network-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Three Rivers Elementary School\, 56900 Enterprise Dr\, Sunriver\, OR\, 97707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden,Youth Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180605
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T200714Z
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SUMMARY:Invasive Weed Pull on the Deschutes River
DESCRIPTION:Juniper 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. \nParks & 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 a moderate\, easy pace with time for photos\, and end with lunch overlooking the canyon. \nBring plenty of water\, sun and rain protection\, and lunch/snacks; wear layers and comfortable boots. Free but registration required. Please email the leader\, Mia\, and she’ll send you meet-up details and where to meet. \nTeens 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult. We love dogs\, but this will not be an appropriate trip for four legged friends.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/invasive-weed-pull-on-the-deschutes-river/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180605
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
CREATED:20180531T045254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T200719Z
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SUMMARY:Fir Trail Walk\, Metolius Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Carol Wall for a late spring walk at one of our flagship Preserves–the Metolius Preserve. Explore the South Trailhead portion of the Preserve and the beautiful new Fir Trails that take visitors into the middle section of the Preserve. Meander along Lake Creek and up into the mixed fir and pine forest while learning about the natural and human history of the Preserve. Enjoy this quiet section of the Preserve while getting to know our new trail system. \nHike Rating: This is an easy ~2 mile hike on trails.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/fir-trail-walk-metolius-preserve/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180602T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180602T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
CREATED:20180515T141613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180515T143216Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday Bird Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join 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\, there is always something exciting to see through your binoculars! \nEarly registration is strongly encouraged and participation is limited to 12 birders. Expect to walk approximately three to four miles along various trails. Please no strollers or dogs. Wear sturdy and water-resistant footwear and bring a bottle of water and a pair of binoculars with you. Bird walks are geared toward adults\, however children with a serious interest in birding are welcome with a parent/guardian.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/saturday-bird-walks-2/2018-06-02/
LOCATION:Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory\, 57245 River Rd\, Sunriver\, OR\, 97707\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180601
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SUMMARY:Bend COTA Work Events
DESCRIPTION:When:  Thursday Aug 11\, Tuesday Aug 16\, Tuesday Aug 23 and Tuesday Aug 30\, 5:15 to Dusk \nWhere:  Meet at the old Ray’s parking lot\, NE corner of Simpson Ave and Century Drive in Bend \nWorksite:  Varies \nThere’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. \nPlease bring a hydration pack with water and a snack. \nBe sure to bring appropriate layers to accommodate whatever the weather may be. \nQuestions?  contact@cotamtb.com \nAll COTA trail work events require the following safety measures: \nAll participants are required to have the following protective clothing and equipment: \n\nSturdy shoes or boots\nGloves\nEye protection with clear or light colored lens\nLong pants\n\nDue to COTA’s insurance requirements and the inherent dangers of trail work\, we must implement the following policy regarding children at work events: \n\nFor 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.\nAll minors under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian available to sign our waiver.\n\nAnyone who arrives for a work event may be turned away if he/she cannot meet the above requirements.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/bend-cota-work-events-2016-08-11/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180604
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SUMMARY:8th Dean Hale Woodpecker Festival
DESCRIPTION:Registration will open on April 2 for the 8th annual Dean Hale Woodpecker Festival taking place in Sisters\, Oregon from May 31- June 3.    Festival participants have a choice of 20 guided tours in search of 11 different species of woodpeckers and 200 other birds that make the forests\, burn areas and diverse habitat of Sisters and Central Oregon a birding hot spot.  The East Cascades Audubon Society (ECAS) sponsors the Festival. Each trip\, guided by two ECAS volunteers\, includes a limited number of fellow birders and tour registration fills up fast. \nFull day trips are $35 while half-day trips and the Night Owl Prowl are $25.  Tours include an all day trip to Summer Lake on Thursday.  On Friday there will be a birding tour to the Crooked River Country and a different trip to the Shevlin Park/Awbrey Hall Burn. \nBirding trips are all day on Saturday and mornings on Sunday.  The tours go to places such as Three Creeks\, Pole Creek\, Cold Springs\, the Milli Burn\, Camp Sherman\, Glaze Meadow\, Indian Ford\, Suttle Lake and Bridge 99\, as well as several other excellent birding areas.  Both weekend days also provide limited mobility birding tours for folks who would like a leisurely pace\, use a wheelchair or prefer to walk short distances. \nIn addition to the birding tours\, the festival offers a native plants/birding tour on Saturday and\, on Sunday\, an opportunity to experience the bird banding of kestrels and bluebirds.  The festival will sponsor an Owl Prowl on Saturday night as well as a social gathering at the Belfry in Sisters. Tours take place under a special use permit with the Deschutes National Forest.  Participants provide their own transportation and carpooling is required.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/8th-dean-hale-woodpecker-festival/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180531
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T200714Z
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SUMMARY:Wildflower Wild Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:On May 30th\, local photographer and wildflower expert M.A. Wilson will share her knowledge of the best hikes and the best wildflowers to see here in central Oregon.  From the slopes of the Cascade mountains to high desert sage brush country\, we’ll cover the best spring and summer hikes in central Oregon. \nM.A. is a long time Bend resident who has extensive knowledge on hiking\, wildflowers\, and photography. She’s been photographing flowers for 30 years\, learning lots of new tricks and tips along the way. M.A. moved to Bend from Seattle 26 years ago which opened up a new world of photographic possibilities! Her passions are wildflowers and hiking\, and photography has allowed her to record those pursuits.  M.A. has a fabulous website that covers many local hikes\, the best times\, and the flowers one may see:  www.mawillson.com.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/wildflower-wild-wednesday/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180531
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T200708Z
UID:10002972-1527700500-1527703200@envirocenter.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Electric Vehicles-PRINEVILLE
DESCRIPTION:Here’s your one-stop shop to get all your electric vehicle questions answered with a short presentation and Q&A with an EV owner and the Nissan dealership. You’ll get the low-down on what it’s like to drive an EV for everyday living–yes\, in the snow and ice–and for adventures and travel. \nThis workshop will also cover available tax credits and rebates that total up to $13\,000 right now due to our partnership with Smolich Nissan to create a great group-buy program! Learn more about electric vehicles on The Energy Challenge website. \nCome grab a glass of kombucha compliments of Humm Kombucha and find out if an electric vehicle might just be in your future!  Stick around from 6:15-7:00 to learn how you can power your electric car with a solar system on your roof! \nPlease RSVP to let us know you’re coming!\nThank you to our beverage sponsor
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/electric-vehicle-workshop-prineville/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Energy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180531
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
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SUMMARY:Santiam Wagon Road Walk\, Whychus Canyon Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Kelly Madden to explore the 150-year old Santiam Wagon Road at Whychus Canyon Preserve. Hike back in time and imagine traveling west in a wagon train to transport wool from Eastern Oregon to the Willamette Valley\, or east to graze livestock on the grasses of the desert. Explore the site of an early homestead and the signs and symbols still visible along the trail today\, helping to tell the story of travel and commerce in the high desert. \nHike Rating: This is a moderate ~3 mile hike on old roads and through juniper forest. \nFree. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes \n 
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/santiam-wagon-road-walk-whychus-canyon-preserve/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180531
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
CREATED:20180501T083426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T200708Z
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SUMMARY:Solar Workshop-PRINEVILLE
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will follow an Electric Vehicle Workshop from 5:15-6:00. \nJoin The Energy Challenge to get an idea of costs and available incentives for going solar. You’ll learn about current technology and get to meet the qualified contractors who can help you get the job done! \nCome grab a glass of kombucha compliments of Humm Kombucha and find out if your home is a good fit for solar! \nPlease RSVP to let us know if you’re coming to this event.\nThank you to our beverage sponsor\nPhoto credit: Elemental Energy \n 
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/solar-workshop-prineville/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Energy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180530
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
CREATED:20230223T062215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T210603Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join 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! \nThis event is open to all ages and gardening abilities! No experience or tools required. Beer and non-alcoholic beverages are provided for all who volunteer. Each event includes seasonal ongoing tasks as well as special projects as needed throughout the growing season. Volunteers are welcome to pop in for an hour or stay the whole time. No need to RSVP or commit ahead of time. (Pro tip – put the following dates in your phone calendar now – then when it pops up you can decide if it works out for you or not!) \nIn 2023\, Happy Hour in the Garden will once again run twice a month from March through October. This schedule throughout the extent of the growing season offers meaningful volunteer experiences for all who come\, and deeper care for the garden when it needs it. \nFor Spring 2023\, our Happy Hours will be 4-6pm\, on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month. \nMarch & April Happy Hours sponsored by Wild Ride Brewing \n\nMarch 7 & 21\nApril 4 & 18\n\nMay & June Happy Hours sponsored by Worthy Environmental \n\nMay 2 & 16\nJune 6 & 20\n\nStay tuned for confirmation of dates for July through October\, as these might switch to the 2nd & 4th…) \nContact Denise\, Garden Program Manager\, if you have any questions about getting involved.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/happy-hour-in-the-garden-18/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food|Garden|Volunteer|Youth Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180526T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180526T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
CREATED:20180515T141613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180515T143216Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday Bird Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join 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\, there is always something exciting to see through your binoculars! \nEarly registration is strongly encouraged and participation is limited to 12 birders. Expect to walk approximately three to four miles along various trails. Please no strollers or dogs. Wear sturdy and water-resistant footwear and bring a bottle of water and a pair of binoculars with you. Bird walks are geared toward adults\, however children with a serious interest in birding are welcome with a parent/guardian.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/saturday-bird-walks-2/2018-05-26/
LOCATION:Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory\, 57245 River Rd\, Sunriver\, OR\, 97707\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180525
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
CREATED:20180329T030617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T200702Z
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SUMMARY:Writing About (this) Place
DESCRIPTION:8-week class in place-based writing\nREGISTER: 541- 408-4509 or email esantasiero@gmail \nInspired by the natural\, cultural\, and figurative landscapes of central Oregon and by select prose and poetry from our region\, we develop and invigorate our own writing in all genres. Let’s see where an exploration of this particular place takes us as writers! Emphasis on place-based writing technique and form. \nWriter Ellen Santasiero loves living\, writing\, and teaching right here in central Oregon. She teaches literature and creative writing at OSU-Cascades in Bend. Her writing has appeared in Northwest Review\, The Sun\, thestayproject\, Oregon Humanities\, and High Desert Journal\, among others.   \n\n\n 
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/writing-about-this-place-2018-04-05/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180525
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
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SUMMARY:Solar Workshop-MADRAS
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will follow an Electric Vehicle Workshop from 5:15-6:00. \nJoin The Energy Challenge to get an idea of costs and available incentives for going solar. You’ll learn about current technology and get to meet the qualified contractors who can help you get the job done! \nCome grab a glass of kombucha compliments of Humm Kombucha and find out if your home is a good fit for solar. There will be lots of time for Q&A to get all of your solar questions answered! \nPlease RSVP to let us know you’re coming!\nThank you to our beverage sponsor\n  \n  \nPhoto credit: Elemental Energy
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/solar-workshop-madras/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Energy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180525
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T200713Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling\, Whychus Canyon Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning how to combine outdoor writing and sketching with your joy of exploring nature? Join the Deschutes Land Trust and hiker and passionate journaler\, Kolby Kirk\, for an evening of learning tips and techniques for keeping a journal while exploring nature! We’ll spend the evening exploring Whychus Canyon Preserve and discussing ways of seeing and recording the landscape and sketching flora/fauna for later identification. No journaling experience needed. \nHike Rating: This is an easy ~2 mile hike on Whychus Canyon Preserve hiking trails. \nFree. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/nature-journaling-whychus-canyon-preserve/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180525
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T200442Z
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SUMMARY:Bend COTA Work Events
DESCRIPTION:When:  Thursday Aug 11\, Tuesday Aug 16\, Tuesday Aug 23 and Tuesday Aug 30\, 5:15 to Dusk \nWhere:  Meet at the old Ray’s parking lot\, NE corner of Simpson Ave and Century Drive in Bend \nWorksite:  Varies \nThere’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. \nPlease bring a hydration pack with water and a snack. \nBe sure to bring appropriate layers to accommodate whatever the weather may be. \nQuestions?  contact@cotamtb.com \nAll COTA trail work events require the following safety measures: \nAll participants are required to have the following protective clothing and equipment: \n\nSturdy shoes or boots\nGloves\nEye protection with clear or light colored lens\nLong pants\n\nDue to COTA’s insurance requirements and the inherent dangers of trail work\, we must implement the following policy regarding children at work events: \n\nFor 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.\nAll minors under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian available to sign our waiver.\n\nAnyone who arrives for a work event may be turned away if he/she cannot meet the above requirements.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/bend-cota-work-events-2016-08-11/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
GEO:44.0593984;-121.3113079
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180525
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
CREATED:20180501T110700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T200709Z
UID:10002979-1527182100-1527184800@envirocenter.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Electric Vehicles-MADRAS
DESCRIPTION:Here’s your one-stop shop to get all your electric vehicle questions answered with a short presentation and Q&A with an EV owner and the Nissan dealership. You’ll get the low-down on what it’s like to drive an EV for everyday living–yes\, in the snow and ice–and for adventures and travel. \nThis workshop will also cover available tax credits and rebates that total up to $13\,000 right now due to our partnership with Smolich Nissan to create a great group-buy program! Learn more about electric vehicles on The Energy Challenge website. \nCome grab a glass of kombucha compliments of Humm Kombucha and find out if an electric vehicle might just be in your future!  Stick around from 6:15-7:00 to learn how you can power your electric car with a solar system on your roof! \nPlease RSVP to let us know you’re coming!\nThank you to our beverage sponsor
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/introduction-to-electric-vehicles-madras/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Energy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180525
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
CREATED:20180521T230405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T200715Z
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SUMMARY:Public Meeting - Regional Public Transit Advisory Committee
DESCRIPTION:There will be a public meeting of the Regional Public Transit Advisory Committee. Agenda topics include: \n\nA public comment period\nCity of Bend planning project updates\nCascades East Transit’s (CET) proposed service modifications (effective July 1\, 2018) which may result in reductions in some fixed-route services.\n\nThe agenda\, meeting materials\, and information about how to provide comments will be posted at http://cascadeseasttransit.com/about/rptac/
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/public-meeting-regional-public-transit-advisory-committee/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Transportation
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180525
DTSTAMP:20260403T160543
CREATED:20180524T041039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T200718Z
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SUMMARY:Hike with "the Eds"
DESCRIPTION:The first hike in the series begins with an overview of the many ways the Deschutes River is used by our community. It’s an interpretive hike along the Deschutes River in Bend\, with several stops that observe changes to the river over time. Stops include the canal diversions on the northern edge of town and the hydro power station on the southern edge of town. \nThis is a 6-mile hike using the Deschutes River Trail. 200 feet of elevation gain. Meet near the canals on NE Division\, approximately across the street from the Riverbend Brewing Sports Pub. \nFor more hike details\, email Eddie Kula at: eddie@coalitionforthedeschutes.org \nGeneral Participant Information \n\nBe capable of walking/hiking several hours in some cases with elevation gains of 1500 feet on uneven ground in all weather conditions\nProvide your own hiking/walking pack\, food\, water and gear (Consider the 10 essentials.)\nSorry\, humans only; no critter friends\nSign a waiver for participation\nLimited spots available. Pre-registration required\n\nEddie Kula: \nEddie loves hiking in the Oregon Cascades and sharing his knowledge about our area. He is a former hike leader for the Seattle Mountaineers and includes Mt. Rainer\, Mt. Adams\, and Mt. St. Helens as his favorite climbs. Eddie is the Treasurer for the Coalition for the Deschutes. He has been coming to Bend since the 80’s and now lives here permanently. \nEd Weiser: \nEd moved to Bend in 2013 after retiring from a 35-year business career. In the 1970s\, he was a sailing instructor and wilderness guide in Maine. Ed continued his outdoor trips over the years with his wife and 3 daughters\, and then with friends and family in Utah\, Wyoming\, and Oregon. Ed now participates and teaches in Search And Rescue\, provides volunteer mentoring for small businesses\, and does interpretive talks for Deschutes National
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/hike-with-the-eds-hike-1/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Water
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