City Club of Central Oregon Forum: Building Resiliency into Living with Wildfire
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesYou will hear about the steps taken over the past 30 years to help our communities combat fire at the urban interface and what steps are being taken going forward. Whose responsibility is fire protection in our neighborhoods? How do we develop new housing and remodel in fire-safe ways? Registration Options Virtual Option In-Person Luncheon
Whys and Hows of Food Waste Reduction and Composting
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesLearn why food waste matters, how to reduce food waste, strategies for composting, and pros and cons of various at home compost bins About this event Did you know that wasted food makes up over 25% of waste at Knott Landfill by tonnage - making it the largest category of waste in the landfill? Yet,…
Letting Trees Grow for Wildlife
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesHundreds of threatened and endangered wildlife species rely on mature and old-growth forests. The northern spotted owl, marbled murrelet, and Coho salmon are some of the most high-profile cases, but there are many other species that also call these forests home across the country and are imperiled by commercial logging and other development. Join Oregon…
Bend COTA Work Events
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesWhen: 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…
How to Go Solar + Storage
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesAt this workshop, you'll learn everything you need to know to feel confident adding solar or energy storage to your home or business.
Epic Journeys: The Lives of Baby Birds
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesBaby birds are endearing, their cuteness and antics bring smiles to our faces. But, make no mistake, being a baby bird is the most dangerous, vulnerable stage of their lives. From hatchling to their final launch as fledglings, each species is unique in its development, challenges, and paths to adulthood. Join Elise Wolf of Native…
Deschutes River Corridor Weed Pulls
Join the Deschutes National Forest and Coalition for the Deschutes to pull invasive weeds along the Deschutes River. You'll mostly be pulling knapweed and possibly some other invasives such as cheatgrass. With a small group of people spending two or three hours on the job, significant areas can be cleared and kept free of knapweed. And it's fun…
Lend a Helping Hand: Pull Invasive Plants along Whychus Creek
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin Pine Meadow Ranch and Coalition for the Deschutes to pull invasive weeds along Whychus Creek as it flows through the ranch. Never doubt that a small group of people can clear an area of knapweed! Plus, it's fun and greatly appreciated. When: Next Wednesday! Wednesday, June 1, 9:00 am - noon Where: Pine Meadow Ranch, Sisters For more information, send an email to Inge@CoalitionfortheDeschutes.org
Central Oregon Signature Trails Forum
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin to: Create a shared understanding of what Signature Trails mean Identify existing or planned trails/ trail systems in the region that could meet the criteria of Signature Trails Surface local priorities for investment Contact Steph at steph.noll@oregontrailscoalition.org with questions or to request accommodations.
In Search of the Belted Kingfisher
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin for an evening of storytelling about the belted kingfisher, the patroller of our rivers and shorelines with Oregon author Marina Richie.