Heathy Food: Healthy Planet
2018-06-21 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Come taste some of the best vegan food in Central Oregon. You’ll be in great company. Professionals will have a short educational panel. Beverages provided. Try to bring your own plate, utensils and beverage cup, although we’ll have extras.
Gluten free options will be available.
This event is cosponsored by 350 Deschutes and VegNet. Suggested $5 donation.
Kids are welcome, and are free, along with Students up to age 20, with valid ID.

Saturday Bird Walks
2018-06-23 08:30 - 11:00, 2018-06-30 08:30 - 11:00, 2018-07-07 08:30 - 11:00, 2018-07-14 08:30 - 11:00, 2018-07-21 08:30 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory, 57245 River Rd, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
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!
Early 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.

Discover Nature Day: Riparian Zones
2018-06-23 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Discover Nature Days are free family programs offered by Children’s Forest partners.
Join Trout Unlimited on June 23 from 10:00 am-11:30am at 7th Street Park for Riparian Zones. Riparian areas are important habitats for countless species, and are critical for stream health. Come learn about what sets them apart, and how to care for them in order to improve our waterways.
Recommended for ages 5-10 with family. Free!

Hike with the Eds: Tumalo Mountain
2018-06-24, 2018-06-26 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Where does our water come from and how is it used?
Join Eddie Kula and Ed Weiser this summer to explore the Deschutes River, from the urban corridor to its headwaters in the Cascade Mountains. Each hike will be held twice, once on a week day and once on the weekend.
Registration now open!
Tumalo Mountain: Sun, June 24, and Tues, June 26
What does our watershed look like from the air? Well, we aren’t going to rent a plane but a hike up to the top of Tumalo mountain on a clear day will give us a birds-eye view of the source of the Deschutes River and its tributaries.

KPOV Summer Youth Radio Camps
2018-06-25 - 2018-06-29 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Do you know an aspiring DJ between the ages of 10-14? Or someone who wants to have fun creating radio spots and a show? If so, KPOV’s Summer Youth Radio Camps are just for them!
This camps will teach our community’s youth how to DJ, interview friends, talk on live air as well as tell a story with sound effects, music, and humor. What’s more, KPOV will help this group produce a one-hour radio show that will be broadcast on 88.9! Students will even be able to take home a copy to share with friends and family.
Sign up through Bend Parks and Rec (keyword search for “radio”).
KPOV’s summer camp dates:
Ages 10-14
Dates: June 25-29, 9am – noon;
Day/Time: M-F 9:00 am to noon
Dates: July 16-20, 9am – noon;
Day/Time: M-F 9:00 am to noon
Dates: August 6-10
Day/Time: M-F 9:00 am to noon
To sign up for one of KPOV’s summer youth camps visit Bend Parks and Rec!

Happy Hour in the Garden
2018-06-26 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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.
Contact Denise Rowcroft, Garden Program Manager, if you have any questions about getting involved.

March 1 & 15 (March & April beer sponsored by Worthy Garden Club)
April 5 & 19
May 3 & 17 (May & June beer sponsored by Boneyard Beer)
June 7 & 21

Due to summer trips, please note that summer dates (July & August) are the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month!

July 12 & 26 (July & August beer sponsored by Deschutes Brewery)
*August 9 & 23* (Note, this is the 2nd & 4th Tuesday, rescheduled due to planned time off)
September 6 & 20 (Sept & Oct beer sponsored by 10 Barrel Brewing Co)
October 4 & 18

Bikes + Blooms
2018-06-27 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Kelly Madden for a mellow, 4-5 mile mountain bike ride in Skyline Forest. This ride is open to beginner-level riders who want to explore the crowd-free riding of Skyline Forest at a mellow pace, while learning about the wildflowers that bloom every summer in Skyline Forest. From freshwater springs to historic lumber mills, riders will experience firsthand why the Land Trust is working to protect Skyline Forest, Bend’s backyard.
Ride Rating: This is a beginner, 4-5 mile mountain bike ride on old logging roads and some trails. You should be comfortable riding singletrack, but be ready for fun stops to smell the roses. Be ready to ride over loose gravel and small obstacles in the trail on a mix of logging roads and trails with some climbs and descents.
Free. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes

Jackson's Corner (West) 10% Give-back Day
2018-06-28 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Eat local food, support local school gardens! Here’s a great excuse to enjoy a delicious meal at Jackson’s Corner this summer.
On…
Thursday, June 28th (West)
Thursday, July 19th (East)
… 10% of your purchase will be donated to The Environmental Center to facilitate MORE school gardens in Central Oregon.
Show your support for garden education in our local communities! The money raised during these two give-back events will help us provide schools with garden grants, technical expertise through a FoodCorps service member, and will strengthen our garden educator network.
Learn more here: http://envirocenter.org/schoolgardens
See you there!

Deschutes River Cleanup
2018-06-28 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Upper Deschutes Watershed Council is hosting the 24th annual Deschutes River Cleanup! Cleanup activities will take place at five different sites on the Deschutes river where volunteers will help pull invasive weeds and remove litter from the stream banks. The cleanup sites are: Meadow Camp, Riverbend Park, Miller’s Landing, First Street Rapids Park, and Sawyer Park.
You will register for a specific site when you sign up. This year we are limiting each site to 20 volunteers in an effort to enforce social distancing. On the morning of the cleanup, you will meet your volunteer host at 10:00 a.m. at the site you selected. We encourage all volunteers to come prepared with sturdy shoes, a hat and sun protection, gloves, a water bottle, and snacks.
The Deschutes River Cleanup is an opportunity for us to come together to steward the Deschutes River and its riparian areas. Recreation in and around the Deschutes River has led to significant impacts to river health. In order to keep our river beautiful and protect water quality for fish and wildlife, the Watershed Council coordinates the Deschutes River Cleanup every year.

Bend COTA Work Events
2018-06-28, 2018-07-05, 2018-07-12, 2018-07-19 | 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.

Ochoco Forest Campout
2018-06-29 - 2018-07-01 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Spend a few days exploring the Ochoco National Forest. From our group camp we will take day hikes to some wonderful sights in this National Forest and have evening programs about the history and issues affecting the area. If you have not been here, there are geologic wonders, great trees, amazing wildflowers.
Experience the stillness of a ponderosa hillside, piney forest scents, Ochoco Creek’s gurgles, the shining infinity of a night-time sky, new friends. Isn’t it time to recharge winter’s Nature deficit?
Friday evening we’ll have a short welcoming and orientation. Saturday we’ll offer different levels of hikes, including at least one to the top of iconic Lookout Mountain. That evening we’ll have a potluck group dinner in the Pavilion, a geology talk, and learn about forest conservation work.
Registration is now open and required. Suggested donation is $22/person for the weekend to cover campground, food, equipment and expenses. Children under 18 are free. You must register at the Eventzilla link to reserve a spot. You can pay by credit card or, after you register, mail your check made out to “Juniper Group Sierra Club” and mail to Sierra Club, c/o Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas, Bend, OR 97703 and be sure to include your email address so we can confirm your spot and send more details.

The Green Burial Guidebook
2018-06-29 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Presented by a seventh generation mortician who owns and operates Cornerstone Funeral Services in Boring, Oregon.
The Green Burial Guidebook is the first book on the market to really break down all the natural burial choices we have available to us in North America. With a friendly, empowering tone, this book is perfect for someone in grief during the sudden loss of a loved one, or who might be thinking about their own burial choices. It’s a must-read for those that want their environmentalism to reach beyond their lives into death, as well as being thoughtful of the economic well-being of their surviving loved ones.

Storytime Stroll: Wandering the Woods
2018-06-30 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Laurie Danahy for a children’s storytime stroll through the Metolius Preserve. We’ll share nature-focused books and activities and enjoy the simple pleasures of exploring the woods together. Discover how children’s books develop our wonder and appreciation for the natural world. Perfect for kids ages 3-5 with a grown-up in tow.
Hike Rating: This is an easy ~1 mile walk on established trails for kids.
Free. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes

Every River Tells a Story
2018-06-30 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
2018 marks the 50 year anniversary of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. Our public land agencies and local nonprofits are coming together to raise awareness for a cause that’s important to all of us, our rivers.
During this family friendly celebration, families will have an opportunity to learn about our local rivers, water and its importance to people and our natural environment. Hands on activities will include, how scientists measure quality of water, how tiny bugs can serve as indicators of water quality, importance of wetlands and basic water science fun.
Program is free and open to all ages.
RSVP to karen.gentry@discovernw.org

Green Drinks at The Humble Beet
2018-07-12 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Please register for this event in advance.
Register

The Humble Beet is a wonderful place to support local, enjoy fresh food, celebrate sustainability, and build community here in Central Oregon.
The Humble Beet, which officially opened for business in June 2018 after nine months of renovations, offers a deli, local coffee by Still Vibrato, 100% organic and non-GMO to-go items, and 100% organic produce – locally grown in Oregon whenever possible. The new owners, Aaron and Hailey Talbot, purchased the business from organic produce pioneers Bob and Mary Devore. Their team has beautifully remodeled the store while still honoring its historic past on Newport Ave.
The interior was re-imagined to include a coffee café, which roasts ethically-sourced beans through Still Vibrato Roastery. There’s local art on the walls and a sitting area built from Oregon salvaged wood, mostly from the Bend area and the store itself. Future plans include a full service organic deli and partnerships with local brands.
We’re excited that The Humble Beet is paving the way for sustainability on Newport Ave. You’ll soon be able to take deli foods, desserts, and breakfast burritos to-go in reusable and durable bowls and plates. Plus they’ve launched a “bring your own mug” program to encourage less single-use cups, and have started to utilize a deposit-based system on all cutlery. (Thus eliminating the need for plastic cutlery and straws.) The space also boasts a new energy efficient ductless heating/cooling system, 100% LED lighting, and more efficient produce coolers.
There’s a lot more to share – so come enjoy a healthy snack and celebrate a new gathering place in town. In the meantime, check out photos of the store and all its local goodness on Facebook and Instagram.

Go Clean Energy Conference
2018-07-13 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The second annual Central Oregon Energy Conference where businesses, government, organizations and individuals will connect on new issues and opportunities about energy and efficiency. Join the innovators in Central Oregon and be a part of it! Whether you’re from a nonprofit, small business, property owner, real estate, restaurant, industry, cannabis grower, or just an individual — you’ll find a way to plug in.
New Oregon policies will provide incentives for everyone: from low to moderate income to small and large businesses.
Join Roger Worthington, Worthy Brewery, along with Ashley Hammond, Sunriver Brewing. They will share their tips on training your staff to reduce waste, plastics, vending, and a bulk buy to save money. Small & large businesses can learn strategies to reduce energy use, along with low cost/no cost tips to save money and the planet.

Hike With the Eds: Broken Top
2018-07-17 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Where does our water come from and how is it used?
Join Eddie Kula and Ed Weiser this summer to explore the Deschutes River, from the urban corridor to its headwaters in the Cascade Mountains. Each hike will be held twice, once on a week day and once on the weekend.
Registration now open!
Broken Top: Tues, July 17 and Sat, July 28
This hike has a lot to offer: a beautiful lake and meadow, forest paths, mountain streams, and stunning views. We will take some time exploring the century-old “ditch” that funnels water to one of central Oregon’s irrigation districts.

Juniper Group Program Night
2018-07-18 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Social 6:30, Program 7:00
An informative program about environmental issues, every third Wednesday of the month.

Jackson's Corner (East) 10% Give-back Day
2018-07-19 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Eat local food, support local school gardens! Here’s a great excuse to enjoy a delicious meal at Jackson’s Corner this summer.
On Thursday, July 19th 10% of your purchase at the East location will be donated to The Environmental Center to facilitate MORE school gardens in Central Oregon.
Show your support for garden education in our local communities! The money raised during these two give-back events will help us provide schools with garden grants, technical expertise through a FoodCorps service member, and will strengthen our garden educator network.
Learn more here: http://envirocenter.org/schoolgardens
See you there!

Discover Nature Day: Beautiful Butterflies
2018-07-21 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Beautiful Butterflies presented by Children’s Forest of Central Oregon. Butterflies are important pollinators with a fascinating life-cycle. Come learn about their stages of life, and some of the fascinating journeys of our beautiful butterfly friends.

Ages 5-10! Free

Race to the Finish: American Solar Car Challenge 2018
2018-07-22 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
See solar cars competing in the American Solar Challenge 2018 cross the finish line at the Museum!
Beginning on July 14, collegiate solar car teams will race more than 1,700 miles, following portions of the Oregon National Historic Trail and other trails starting in Nebraska and ending at the High Desert Museum. Watch the solar cars complete their historic journey, meet the teams behind the cars, explore the power of the sun and contrast stories from the past with the possibilities of the future.
The solar cars are expected to arrive between 11:30 am and 4:00 pm, depending on traffic, weather and energy management decisions made by each team.

Summer Repair Cafe
2018-07-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Our Rethink Waste Project is organizing a Summer Repair Cafe at The Environmental Center in downtown Bend. Volunteers will be on hand to attempt to repair your broken items, for FREE! Items to bring include: Clothes, outdoor gear, electronics and small appliances, jewelry, small furniture and household goods. You may bring multiple items, but only one item will be repaired at a time.
For more information on what a repair cafe is, check our the Rethink Waste Project webpage: Dare To Repair.
