Events
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ThinkBike Ride & Learn #1
Juniper Swim and Fitness Center 800 NE 6th St, Bend, OR, United StatesDuring a two-day workshop, local and Dutch experts will exchange ideas for how to include walking, biking, and rolling in Bend’s transportation systems. This workshop is invite only but we want to keep the conversation going with the community! Join us for a bike ride after the workshop to learn about the activities and explore…
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2023 Legislative Session Debrief
FeaturedPlease join OEC for a virtual webinar with OEC's very own Executive Director, Jana Gastellum, and Legislative Director, Thomas Baker, for a closer look at this year's state legislative session. Together, you will discuss the ins and outs of this session's major environmental wins, how they will impact Oregonians, and how these victories set the…
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ThinkBike Ride & Learn #2
Mirror Pond Plaza downtown off Brooks St., Bend, OR, United StatesDuring a two-day workshop, local and Dutch experts will exchange ideas for how to include walking, biking, and rolling in Bend’s transportation systems. The ThinkBike workshop is invite only but we want to keep the conversation going with the community! Join us for a bike ride after the workshop to learn about the activities and…
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ThinkBike Public Presentation
Open Space Event Studios 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend, OR, United StatesWant to learn about Dutch urban and street design philosophy and how Bend can increase ridership through intentional planning? Join cycling and infrastructure expert, Sjors Van Duren, and colleagues, as well as other ThinkBike Workshop participants for a public presentation. The presentation will recap the workshop activities and share some of the concept designs in…
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Weed Warriors at Whychus Canyon Preserve
Whychus Canyon Preserve Sisters, OR, United StatesJoin the Weed Warriors to battle invasive weeds at our protected lands! Weed Warriors is a volunteer group that meets several times a month to remove invasive weeds like mullein,…
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CIF Info Session (In Person/Virtual)
Featured CIF Info Session (In Person/Virtual)The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, ORDo you have an idea for reducing waste in your neighborhood, workplace, school, your favorite park or restaurant, or other community space, but aren’t sure how to get started? Apply for the Rethink Waste Community Innovation Fund! The Environmental Center’s Rethink Waste Project will provide a total of $40,000* awards to individuals, businesses, or community…
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Happy Hour in the Garden
The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, ORJoin 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! This event is open to all ages and gardening abilities! No experience or tools required. Beer…
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E-Bikes Will Change Your Life
Find out how and why to get an electric bike to increase your mobility while helping our communities and the planet. Register here!
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Stream Sampling on Whychus Creek
Whychus Creek Sisters, OR, United StatesDo you have an interest in supporting the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council as a community scientist? They invite you to join them for their annual Stream Sampling Days on Whychus…
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Our Disrupted Learning Environment: Schools and Student Behavior
Riverhouse on the Deschutes 2850 Rippling River Court, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin City Club and The Bulletin for a discussion about the current state of student behavior in schools, the consequences, and how schools are responding. More information available soon as…
$49 – $275