Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Gary Gustafson to learn more about the mammals of the Metolius Preserve. Search the forest floor for signs of elk, bears, cougars, and more as you learn about these fascinating creatures. Hike through old growth ponderosa pines and follow game trails as you look for clues from the critters…

Head down to Savory Spice on May 15th from 2-6pm to celebrate Food Revolution Day - Fighting for Food Education for Every Child.  HDFFA will be celebrating the release of the 2015 Food & Farm Directory! Other tables include our partners Juniper Jungle, Schoolhouse Produce, Central Oregon Seed Exchange and more!

After many months of hard work from volunteers, staff, and The Bulletin the 2015 Food & Farm Directory is hitting the stands on May 15. With over 100+ farmers, ranchers, restaurants, retailers and value-added producers and articles dedicated to food in Central Oregon the new Directory is a whopping 32 pages! Celebrate & Get the…

Long before breweries and boarding, what brought people to the unique landscapes of Central Oregon? Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Leslie Olson to explore the history of Central Oregon in Skyline Forest. Mill about near the site of a 1916 lumber mill and explore Bend's early logging history. Then, hike along the Columbia Southern…

Outdoor classes on planning and starting a raised bed garden. 20 minute presentations by OSU Master Gardeners™ on topics such as cold and frost protection, amending your soil, planning your garden, and planting seeds and starts.

Willing Workers On Local Farms (WWOLF): WWOLF is a project of Central Oregon Locavore Non-Profit. Our mission is to lend a helping hand to small farms while educating the community about the true nature of local food. The farm: Hope Springs Dairy is a family-run raw milk dairy located near Tumalo. They provide year-round Jersey…

Kids Free Day; 10am-4pm; At SNCO; Kids FREE, Adults: $4.

Two Day Plant Identification and Preservation Workshop! Join local plant expert Karen Gentry for a two-day plant identification and preservation workshop! This class will go over botanical identification skills, responsible collecting techniques, the making and use of a plant press, and will help you start your own herbarium! Course includes a field trip. Saturday and…

Scheduled 9 times a year, 3rd Thursdays of month. Social gathering time is from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Programs begin at 7:00 p.m. and usually last until 8:30 p.m. March 19: “Bird Friendly Native Landscaping."   Birders Karen Theodore and Rick Martinson of WinterCreek Restoration will share identify native plants, and share tips about landscaping,…