The Environmental Center

Introduction to Growing Vegetables Class
2015-04-14 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
An introductory class given by OSU Master Gardeners™ on growing vegetables including climate, site selection, soil preparation, season extension, and how to grow the most common vegetables for the area.
Location: Ridgeview High, Skybox Room

Cougar Management in Central Oregon
2015-04-14
Brooks Fahy, Executive Director of Predator Defense, will speak to a Bend audience at a free event at the downtown Bend library, 601 NW Wall St, on Tuesday evening, April 14 at 6 P.M. His appearance is prompted by recent officially sanctioned killings of two cougars within the city limits of Bend.
In his talk, Mr. Fahy will debunk myths that greatly exaggerate the danger that cougars pose to humans. He will expose fallacies, such as claims that cougar populations are exploding and that increased hunting is needed to ensure public safety and livestock protection. He will cite California’s successful nonlethal cougar control program as a model worth adopting in Oregon. He encourages a clear-headed and science-based approach in dealing with human/wildlife interactions.
Bend City Councilor Barb Campbell will introduce Mr. Fahy and will participate with him in a community discussion on steps the City of Bend might take to help change official attitudes and reform cougar management in Central Oregon.
The first half hour of this event will be devoted to a screening of Brooks Fahy’s newest film, “Exposed: USDA’s Secret War on Wildlife.” This documentary short has already received numerous awards at film festivals and acclamation from Jane Goodall, who said, “It should be watched by millions.”
Brooks Fahy, in working to expose our ill-advised and tax-dollar-wasting war on wildlife, has been featured on and served as an adviser to Animal Planet, Outdoor Life network, Fox News, BBC, CNN, TBS, CBS, ABC, and Men’s Journal and Orion magazines. From animal rescue and service in wildlife sanctuaries as a boy to his current work with officials such as Rep. Peter DeFazio, Mr. Fahy informs his talks with a lifetime of compassionate and public-spirited advocacy for animals.

Rethink Waste Presentation
2015-04-15
Join us at The Gear Fix for a Rethink Waste Community presentation. This free event is a helpful overview on ideas to prevent waste, tips for choosing reuse, how to recycle right in Bend, and all the options available to compost locally.
RSVP here.

Beyond Forest Hardball, Can Enviros and Loggers Get Along in the Deschutes?
2015-04-15
Learn how the Forest Service, local government, enviro groups and the logging industry are working together on the Deschutes NF Collaborative to create a healthy forest. Find out what we’ve learned about the role of fire and about the upcoming West Bend restoration project.

Open to the Public.
Contact: Gretchen Valido, 541-389-0785
Collaborative Member Panelists:
David Stowe, Sierra Club; Moderator
Kevin Larkin, District Ranger, Deschutes Nat’l Forest
Alan Unger, Deschutes County Commissioner
Erik Fernandez, Oregon Wild
Ruth Williamson, Recreation Chair, Steering Committee
Chuck Burley, Timber Manager, Interfor

Natural Resources High School Career Fair
2015-04-16
Join Deschutes National Forest & Discover Your Forest as a Natural Resources Partner! The first annual Natural Resources High School Career Fair will take place April 16th from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at New Hope Church Bend.
We are looking for:

Natural Resources Organizations, from all Education, Recreation, Non-profit, Federal and State Agencies to host booths highlighting volunteer, internship, and job opportunities for youth.
Leaders for Focus Sessions related to natural resource and outdoor careers

Please RSVP by March 20th to Karen Gentry, Education Program Director, at 541-383-4771 or karen.gentry@discovernw.org.

Protecting Whychus-Deschutes at Pints and Politics
2015-04-16
Special guest Gena Goodman-Campbell, Central Oregon Wilderness Coordinator for the Oregon Natural Desert Association, joins us to give an update on the community driven process to permanently protect the Whychus-Deschutes area. Learn about what makes this stunning area so special and find out how you can help protect it.
Join OLCV and fellow community members who care about protecting Oregon’s natural legacy for Pints and Politics on the third Thursday of the month.

KPOV's Spring Drive
2015-04-17
KPOV’s 10th Anniversary Spring Membership Drive Starts Friday, April 17!
KPOV turns 10 years old this year and we are still working hard to bring you the best radio in Central Oregon. We want to keep bringing it strong and true for another 10 years. Like any 10-year old, we need lots of nurturing — from our listeners and members.
We also need volunteers to answer phones or just generally help out around the studio. It’s a great way to help KPOV and also a lot of fun. We’ll have coffee. We’ll have great local food. We’ll have super fun people. And KPOV on the speakers. To sign up to volunteer, email Amy at volunteer@kpov.org.
Reasons to Donate NOW
Early Bird Prize Drawing: If we receive your pledge or donation by April 17 at 5:00 p.m., you will be entered into:
An Early Bird Drawing for a great prize — a $50 gift card to Zydeco Restaurant.
The Mid-drive Special Drawing on April 22 for two free Mountain Bike rentals from Pine Mountain Sports.
The Grand Prize Drawing on April 27 for two tickets to the Lyle Lovett Show at Les Schwab Auditorium this July.
Plus, all of our daily prize drawings during the on-air drive. See kpov.org for more details on prize drawing entries.
Shorter Drive: One way we are celebrating our ten years of broadcasting is to shorten our drive. Less asking means more of the programs you love.
So hurry and donate because you don’t have as much time to raise our $22,000 goal. Only you get us there.
Thank you so much for supporting KPOV! We could not do this without you!

Bird Walk
2015-04-17
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!

Solve It Central Oregon- Juniper Park Clean Up
2015-04-17
Volunteers will be raking planting areas, cleaning up plant debris and freshening up bark mulch at Juniper Park.
Be prepared to work outdoors and to get dirty. Closed toe shoes are recommended and volunteers are encouraged to bring work or garden gloves and water bottle. If volunteers bring their own tools, please make sure they are labeled with name and phone number. We will provide tools and supplies that are needed for the project.
Registration Required.
Project takes place from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Meet near the tennis courts.
Diane Adams, Volunteer Connect Coordinator.
541-385-8977
diane@volunteerconnectnow.org

Wildflower Hike
2015-04-17
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Carol Moorehead at the end of the day for a wildflower hike at Whychus Canyon Preserve. Enjoy the best of the spring season as you search for balsamroot or pale blue flax, and the elusive chocolate lily. Then, take in panoramic views of mountain peaks as the sun begins to slip below the horizon. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes
Rating: This is a moderate, 3-mile hike.
What to bring: Flashlight/headlamp, snacks, water, sturdy hiking shoes. Dress for the weather.

The Bee Scene: Community Costume Workshops
2015-04-17
The Bee Scene: A community collaboration in celebration of Earth Day 2015
Bee Seen, Bee Heard, Bee Informed—Bee Ready!
JOIN US!
Bring your children to one of three COMMUNITY COSTUME MAKING DAYS, hosted by the Waldorf School of Bend and Base Camp Studio! You will create a bee costume during crafting dates (see below). Then, on April 25th, 2015 you will become part of “The Hive” as we swarm Bend’s “Procession of the Species” Earth Day parade.
Crafting dates: 4/17, 4/22 & 4/24
Time: 3:30-5:00 pm
Place: Waldorf School of Bend, 2150 NE Studio Rd. Ste. 2 (N. side of the building)

Please bring: An old t-shirt to modify and or any Bee inspired materials, we will provide the rest. We will have materials on hand to REUSE and REPURPOSE.
Note: Parents are required to stay with their children during these workshops. You can create your own adult-size bee (or bee keeper!) costume too!
LET’S MAKE A BUZZ IN BEND!
**Can’t make the workshops? **
Get your children/school/group together for your own Bee costume making days and join us at “The Hive” on April 25th at 10:30 am. You can still come swarm with us!!

Inspired to Ride - Bend Premiere
2015-04-17
Inspired to Ride is coming to Bend!
Get your tickets early – our past films Ride The Divide & Reveal The Path have sold out this cozy intimate theater.
In attendance for live Q&A:
– Mike Dion – Director
– Mike Hall – Race winner
– Juliana Buhring – Race winner women
$2 of every ticket goes to Central Oregon Trail Alliance. (cotamtb.com)
INSPIRED TO RIDE follows a handful of cyclists, from all over the world, as they race unsupported in the inaugural year of a 4,233 mile race across the USA. This race is the antitheses to events like Tour de France and Race Across America. There will be no teams, no support vehicles, no special jerseys and not a dime in prize money.
This race happens in your own backyard – McKenzie Pass through Sisters. Oregon is a star in this film!
Please share this event page with the adventure cyclists in your life.
Tickets available here: http://inspiredtoridebend.eventbrite.com/
See you there!

Spring Gardening Seminar
2015-04-18
Gardening Basics for the High Desert taught by OSU Master Gardener Vickie Minor
If you are new to Central Oregon and do not know what to plant in your landscape (other than vegetables – check the gocomga.com website for those classes), or if you have lived here for a few years but don’t think you can grow anything here, this class is for you. This class focuses on research-based information that is essential to getting your landscape growing including what you need to know about climate and the other key issues that impact the types of perennials, shrubs, trees and annuals you should plant and what will thrive here. This webinar is also great for anyone who just wants basic information on gardening in the area.

Miller Landing Community Garden Opening
2015-04-18
The Miller Landing Community Garden (MLCG) will be opening it’s gates on Saturday, April 18th!
For those interested in gardening, we are asking that you show up Saturday, April 18th between 9:00 and 10:00 am to choose your plot.
Please read, sign and return the Miller’s Landing Community Garden Agreement with the corresponding dollar amount to the size of plot you are requesting ($25 for large, $15 for small). Plots will be allotted on a first come first serve basis. Please bring exact cash or a check.
We will have volunteers from the MLCG Steering Committee on hand to meet with you, answer any questions you may have, and discuss the functioning of the garden space.

SOLVE IT
2015-04-18
SOLVE is excited to announce that volunteer registration is now open for volunteers and groups to be part of Oregon’s largest volunteer Earth Day event, SOLVE IT presented by Portland General Electric. Over 100 SOLVE IT events will take place across the state on Saturday April 18th 2015 from 9am-1pm (times may vary by project).
SOLVE IT provides an opportunity for Oregonians to come together to take care of our parks, waterways and neighborhoods by picking up trash, pulling invasive plants, planting native trees and shrubs, and other watershed enhancement activities. This is your opportunity to join forces with over 6,000 volunteers from across the state at your favorite local volunteer project as part of Earth Day.
Click on the project links below to register.
Crook County Cleanup – Prineville
Earth Day Spring Clean – Sisters

SOLVE IT Central Oregon
2015-04-18
Volunteer Connect is excited to partner with SOLVE for Oregon’s largest environmental service event, SOLVE IT. We’re encouraging youth in Central Oregon to join the over 6,000 volunteers working on environment-focused projects across the state on Saturday, April 18, 2015.
SOLVE IT Central Oregon seeks to empower young people under the age of 18 to volunteer at one of several local projects designed to care for and enhance our natural environment. The event also coincides with Global Youth Service Day, celebrating the efforts of hundreds of thousands of young people in more than 130 countries to improve their communities through volunteering.
Registration required. Click on the project links below.
Dry Canyon Cleanup – Redmond
Steelhead Falls Restoration- Terrebonne
Trout Creek Restoration – Ochoco National Forest

Franklin's Corner Community Garden Work Day
2015-04-18
Celebrate Earth Day! Head to Franklin’s Corner Community Garden! Garden sign ups at 9 a.m. with a work party to follow at 10 a.m. Help get the garden beds ready for the season, plants some native grass seed, and putting mulch down over the landscaped areas.
Tools and gloves provided. If you have a wheel barrow and pitchfork, please feel free to bring it.
Roundabouts Available for adoption!
Please visit our website for information on how to adopt:

Shevlin & Mt. Washington
Reed Market & Bill Healy Bridge, Artwork: Centennial Planter
15th & Bear Creek, Artwork: Evolution
18th & Cooley

Special thanks to Millsite Landscape Services for your recent contributions (read: heavy lifting) on several of our roundabouts and to Complete Irrigation Services for adopting Laurel Pocket Park’s irrigation management needs once again!

"Field of Flowers" Costume Workshop
2015-04-18
Get ready for the Earth Day Parade on April 25th!
Artist Debra Fisher will host a “Field of Flowers” themed costume workshop. Choose your favorite flower or insect for the Earth Day Parade! There will also be wolf mask-making for adults wishing to join “the pack.”

Gala de Oro
2015-04-18
Empowering our Latino families to thrive!

The Latino Community Association’s annual GALA DE ORO is a special opportunity to engage in our mission to empower our Latino families to thrive. Above all, it is an important fundraising event that makes it possible for us to provide critical, life-changing services for families while building bridges across cultures and class lines to unite and strengthen our communities. It’s also a fantastically fun cultural celebration!

We combine great local food with refreshing margaritas, locally-crafted beer, wine, live music and dancing, local dance performances, and opportunities to win great prizes and contribute to our mission.
Buy tickets here.

Drinks and a plated dinner from 5:00 – 7:30 pm. Sponsors and dinner guests will enjoy a cocktail hour including a complimentary drink, a delicious dinner, live music and entertainment, and exciting raffles and auctions. Tickets $125 or two for $225.
Dance party from 8:00 pm – 12:00 am. Featuring delicious Latin American-inspired appetizers, a no-host bar, raffles, and a live Latin social band accompanied by dance instructors to teach the basics of salsa, cumbia, merengue and bachata. Tickets $55 or two for $100.

Birders' Night
2015-04-19
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, designed to transform any yard into a bird friendly sanctuary.
April 16:
“Birding Every Corner of Alaska” Crooked River Ranch locals John and Marilynne Keyser recount their Alaska birding trip with stories and photographs from St. Paul Island (a part of the Pribilofs,) Nome, Barrow, the Kenai Fjords National Park and Denali National Park. Highlights of the trip were seeing thirteen alcid species and all four eiders. Close encounters with a northern hawk owl, a “flaming” ruff and a huge polar bear were magical moments!
May 21:
“Oregon 2020: A Benchmark Survey of Our Birds”
Douglas Robinson, Mace Professor of Watchable Wildlife at OSU and Director of the Oregon 2020 birds project, will discuss this collaboration of professionals and citizen scientists who are dedicated to compiling a high quality, state-wide measurement of the abundance and distribution of Oregon’s birds and their response to habitat change. Doug will talk about how local birders can be involved in this landmark study, which promises to leave a legacy for future generations. Website: http://oregon2020.com/
June 18:
“Where the Heck are the Falcons? Phylogenies and Changing Field Guides: An Evolutionary Tale.” COCC Biology Professor Jim Moodie will entertain us with some up to date science about bird phylogenies (read: relationship trees) and how they have changed (e.g. Falcons are now grouped with Parrots!) and why they have changed (e.g. DNA and genome comparisons.)
October 15
“Nerdfest III” A hands-on program for Birders’ Night participants to share and experience an array of the latest birding technology and media opportunities including websites, software and apps such as eBird, COBOL, I Bird Pro, and ABA. A sequel to Nerdfest I and Nerdfest II this interactive program will further explore how birders are using technology to enhance the enjoyment of birding.
November 19
“eBird” Tom Crabtree provides hands on instruction on how to use eBird, Cornell University’s Laboratory of Ornithology’s online data base program which has revolutionized the way that birders maintain and access information about birds, track bird sightings and contribute to science and conservation. Tom will walk you through setting up an account, entering sightings and using the data in eBird to enhance your birding experiences.

Awesome Bend Pitch Night
2015-04-21
AWESOME BEND: Making Bend more awesome, $1000 at a time. Our mission is to inspire & support ideas that can make Bend an even better place to live, work and play. Think live crowdfunding — Shark Tank style — for community good. $1000 awarded on the spot! Join us for a free feel-good evening of Ideas & Inspiration.
Next Pitch Night: AWESOME BEND PITCH NIGHT April 19th, 2016 6-8:30pm Deschutes Brewery Tap Room 1044 NW Bond St (Upstairs)

Summit Loop Hike
2015-04-22
Join the Deschutes Land Trust, Daniele McKay, and Carol Moorehead for a hike along the Summit Loop Trail at Smith Rock State Park. This gorgeous loop follows the Burma Road up to a ridge overlooking famed peaks like Monkey Face. On the descent, the Summit Loop connector trail crosses a private property protected by the Land Trust before joining the Park’s river trail. Enjoy native wildflowers and learn about how volcanoes and water shaped the area on this fun and challenging 7 mile loop. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event.
Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/events.
Rating: Difficult, ~7 mile hike.
What to bring: Snacks/lunch, water, sturdy hiking shoes. Dress for the weather.

For a full list of Walk+Hike Series events, visit: www.deschuteslandtrust.org/events.

Earth Day Hike
2015-04-22
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Mary Crow for an Earth Day hike at Whychus Canyon Preserve. We’ll follow a trail through juniper forests down to Whychus Creek, hike along the creek and then back up again. Along the way we’ll watch for birds and early spring wildflowers, look for signs of wildlife, and take in the scenic views. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event.
Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/events.
Rating: Challenging, ~6 mile hike.
What to bring: Snacks/Lunch, water, sturdy hiking shoes. Dress for the weather.

For a full list of Walk+Hike Series events, visit: www.deschuteslandtrust.org/events.

Bee Scene: Community Costume Workshop
2015-04-22

Sustainability No Rant Chat Session - Bend Energy Challenge
2015-04-22
Four different chat sessions are scheduled throughout spring term to encourage discussion around various aspects of sustainability.
Join us on April 22nd for a presentation on the Bend Energy Challenge from The Environmental Center.
Brought to you by COCC Sustainability. Questions? Contact Emily Garland – egarland@cocc.edu.

Project Ponderosa Tree Plantings
2015-04-23
Volunteers needed to plant!
What: These events are part of “Project Ponderosa”, a 9 year effort promoting student environmental awareness and ponderosa pine restoration in Sunriver and the Upper-Deschutes ecosystem.
Our Goal: To plant 2,000 bare-root Ponderosa Pine seedlings.
Thanks to: Sunriver Water & Environmental and the Oregon Community Tree Foundation for their sponsorship and generous support.
Thursday, April 23, 8:30am-11:30am @ Three Rivers School (Sunriver Business Park – North Side)
Friday, April 24, 9:00am-11:30am @ Penhollow Compost Site & Nursery (Cottonwood Rd.)
RSVP to: Lee Stevenson at lstevenson60@gmail.com
Park in the ‘Faculty Lot’ – first or second left turn- at the school. Then walk around the left (west) side of the building. The potting event will be behind the Gymnasium.

Galveston Corridor Public Meeting
2015-04-23
Bend Park and Recreation District Office – 799 SW Columbia Street, Bend
Presentation at 6 p.m.
The City of Bend is asking for public input to select a preferred Galveston Avenue design concept to present to the Bend City Council for final approval.
The concepts represent this project vision from the Galveston Task Force and City of Bend: Northwest Galveston will reflect the small-town character of Bend while providing a model for how mixed-use and multi-modal transportation corridors can provide the foundation for a richer quality of life for corridor users and adjacent neighborhoods. Galveston will be an attractive place to live and travel, will be environmentally-sensitive and will be a prosperous setting for business.
Included with the concepts are options to improve safety and reduce congestion at the intersection of Galveston and Harmon Boulevard and to provide a location for additional on-street parking to alleviate parking in front of residences.
Updated documents that will be presented and reviewed at the public meeting will be available on Monday, April 20, at: www.bendoregon.gov/galveston
For more information or questions contact Nick Arnis at narnis@bendoregon.gov or 541-388-5542.

Project Ponderosa Tree Plantings
2015-04-24
Volunteers needed to plant!
What: These events are part of “Project Ponderosa”, a 9 year effort promoting student environmental awareness and ponderosa pine restoration in Sunriver and the Upper-Deschutes ecosystem.
Our Goal: To plant 2,000 bare-root Ponderosa Pine seedlings.
Thanks to: Sunriver Water & Environmental and the Oregon Community Tree Foundation for their sponsorship and generous support.
Thursday, April 23, 8:30am-11:30am @ Three Rivers School (Sunriver Business Park – North Side)
Friday, April 24, 9:00am-11:30am @ Penhollow Compost Site & Nursery (Cottonwood Rd.)
RSVP to: Lee Stevenson at lstevenson60@gmail.com
Penhollow Compost Site & Nursery:
Directions from Bend – take Exit 151 (after Lave Butte) go West about 2 miles and take the first left turn, (where there is waterline construction) then through the gate, staying on the paved/ gravel winding road heading South. The Nursery site (obvious) will be where the road makes a hard left turn.
Directions from Sunriver – From the North Store & Gas station, go East on Cottonwood Rd. ½ mile. Take the first right turn (after the RR overpass) then go beyond the parking area – through the gate, staying on the paved/ gravel road heading South. The Nursery site (obvious) will be where the road makes a hard left turn.

Bee Scene: Community Costume Workshop
2015-04-24
The Bee Scene: A community collaboration in celebration of Earth Day 2015
Bee Seen, Bee Heard, Bee Informed—Bee Ready!
JOIN US!
Bring your children to one of three COMMUNITY COSTUME MAKING DAYS, hosted by the Waldorf School of Bend and Base Camp Studio! You will create a bee costume during crafting dates (see below). Then, on April 25th, 2015 you will become part of “The Hive” as we swarm Bend’s “Procession of the Species” Earth Day parade.
Crafting dates: 4/17, 4/22 & 4/24
Time: 3:30-5:00 pm
Place: Waldorf School of Bend

Please bring: An old t-shirt to modify and or any Bee inspired materials, we will provide the rest. We will have materials on hand to REUSE and REPURPOSE.
Note: Parents are required to stay with their children during these workshops. You can create your own adult-size bee (or bee keeper!) costume too!
LET’S MAKE A BUZZ IN BEND!
**Can’t make the workshops? **
Get your children/school/group together for your own Bee costume making days and join us at “The Hive” on April 25th at 10:30 am. You can still come swarm with us!!

Sustainability No Rant Chat Session - Bike Workshop
2015-04-24
Four different chat sessions are scheduled throughout spring term to encourage discussion around various aspects of sustainability.
4-5pm
Meet in MAZ 222 for a presentation on rules of the road. Spend the second half of the event outside learning how to change a flat tire and other basic bike maintenance and safety tips!
5-5:30pm
Bring your own bike to join in the group ride around College Way, including roundabouts, ending at Broken Top Bottle Shop.
5:30pm
Chat on alternative transportation at Broken Top Bottle Shop
Brought to you by COCC Sustainability. Questions? Contact Emily Garland – egarland@cocc.edu.
