The Oregon Natural Desert Association, along with our Presenting Sponsor Patagonia, partners and supporters, is thrilled to bring the 2014 Wilderness Weekend to Bend, Oregon from September 19-20. Over the course of three days, we’ll celebrate the wonders of Wilderness, the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act and our incredible wild deserts. Oregon Natural Desert Association’s…

Join us September 19th to spend a day collecting and identifying aquatic insects with a staff member from DEQ. Aquatic insects are vital to the health of river systems. They serve as indicator species for ecosystem health. We will spend the day collecting and identifying these creatures. Please contact Darek Staab or Paul Burton, if you want…

Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Jane Meissner for a walk back in time to explore the Santiam Wagon Road at Whychus Canyon Preserve. Picture life as a pioneer in Oregon, moving from the crowded Willamette Valley to the wide open spaces and unsettled lands of Central Oregon. Walk the route followed by wagon trains…

JG Hike - Tumalo Creek Headwaters When Saturday, Sep 20, 2014 Where Skyliners Road, Bend, OR, United States (map) DescriptionExplore the land that supplies Bend with drinking water as we ramble through high mountain meadows and lakes taking in wild flowers and scenic vistas along the way. We’ll visit the springs that supply most of…

The Future of Food looks at unlabeled genetically engineered foods and the globalized food industry’s impact on human lives  Depending on BigAg to produce our food results in using more toxic chemicals and less nutritional food.  Sustainable farmers say the future of humanity is determined by the future of food.  Q&A afterwards. 2pm, Redmond Public…

Let’s get wild! Join wilderness advocates, desert lovers and community members for the grand finale of Wilderness Weekend! Enjoy live entertainment, conservation and art vendors, delicious food and local beer. MUSIC: Truck Stop Gravy, Pitchfork Revolution and Wilderness BEER: Worthy Brewing Company WHERE: ONDA's Parking Lot | Near Strictly Organic | 50 SW Bond St. | Bend ADMISSION:…

Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Jim Hammond for an exploration of the summer night sky at protected Rimrock Ranch. Jim and friends will set up powerful telescopes and help folks identify constellations, planets and far-away galaxies. Explore astronomy and get a rare chance to enjoy the dark skies of this privately-owned ranch. Registration opens…

Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Derek Loeb for a geology hike at Whychus Canyon Preserve. Enjoy the panoramic view of the Cascade crest while learning about the forces of nature that formed the cliffs surrounding Whychus Creek. Explore ancient juniper groves and native grasslands and learn a little about the human history of this…

As part of the People's Climate March happening in New York City, join in the local Central Oregon Climate March to help influence others on climate change. Bring family and friends to have fun, march, and influence others on climate change! Group will begin at Humm Kombucha, 1125 NE 2nd St, street, continue through downtown…

OREGON BOARD OF AGRICULTURE MEETING in Enterprise.  The Board advises the Dept. of Agriculture on policy, makes recommendations on key issues, and provides advocacy for the state’s diverse agricultural industries.  This quarterly meeting is open to the public and there’s time allotted for public comment.  There will be a number of board openings in the…