Hike With the Eds: Bridge Creek
2018-08-14 | 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!
Bridge Creek: Sat, August 4 and Tues, August 14
This final hike provides another perspective on how our water is used and where it comes from…this time our drinking water. The out-and-back route takes us to a beautiful meadow where we’ll eat lunch and get a better sense of Bend’s water supply.

Juniper Group Program Night
2018-08-15 | 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.

Bend COTA Work Events
2018-08-16, 2018-08-23, 2018-08-30, 2018-09-06, 2018-09-13 | 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.

Saturday Bird Walks
2018-08-18 08:30 - 11:00, 2018-08-25 08:30 - 11:00, 2018-09-01 08:30 - 11:00, 2018-09-08 08:30 - 11:00, 2018-09-15 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.

Dr. Jerry & The Bugs
2018-08-18 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Check out the bugs that call the Deschutes River home. We know that fish eat insects and that those insects live in the water where the fish live. Our display will feature live insects (and crustaceans!) from local waters for you to look at under the microscope.
Dr. Jerry Freilich, a retired aquatic entomologist, will help you become better acquainted with the mayflies, stoneflies, caddisflies, and a bunch of other aquatic invertebrates that live in our nearby waters. Please join us for this fun and fascinating event!
No registration required.

Public Lands Trivia Night
2018-08-23 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
How much do you know about your public lands?
Join Oregon Natural Desert Association and Advocates for the West at Worthy Brewing in Bend to test your public lands knowledge! Doors open at 5 p.m. and registration begins at 5:30 p.m.
Food will be available to order from a special menu before the event. Orders will need to be placed at the bar, so please arrive early if you wish to order food.

Waldo Lake Campout
2018-08-24 - 2018-08-26 | Waldo Lake, OR, United States
Spend a few days exploring Waldo Lake. One of the most beautiful places in Oregon, Waldo Lake is motor-free and remains beautiful because of it. From our group camp we will take day hikes to explore the surrounding the area, and provide information about the geology and natural systems that keep this lake pristine. Kayaks and canoes are welcome!

Stream Sampling on Whychus Creek
2018-08-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Sampling benthic macroinvertebrates, the aquatic life form of insects including mayflies and stoneflies, provides important insights into the health of Whychus Creek. Volunteers will meet at Creekside Park in Sisters for a sampling training, then, in teams of two to four, collect macroinvertebrate samples from sites along Whychus. This event is a great opportunity to learn about restoration and reintroduction of steelhead and salmon on Whychus Creek, see less-visited reaches of the creek, and contribute to knowledge about how restoration actions are changing stream conditions.

Endless Summer Bash
2018-08-30 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Come celebrate the last days of summer with Camp Fire Central Oregon.
What?
A Camp Fire PARTY!

Games
Crafts
Robots (seriously!)
Giant bubbles
Free popcorn
Ice cream
Giveaways – visit each of our fun booths, get your “Camp Fire Passport” stamped, get a free throwback t-shirt (while supplies last)!

When?
August 30th, anytime between 3-5pm
Where?
Pioneer Park,1525 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97701
Who?
Anyone and everyone! Bring your friends, family, neighbors and dogs. All ages welcome, no previous Camp Fire involvement required.

Upper Deschutes Kayak Trip: Paddle with the Pros
2018-09-05 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Got questions about the Deschutes? What better way to learn about the river than to paddle it with the pros?
Join the Coalition for the Deschutes and Tumalo Creek Kayak and Canoe (TCKC) for a water-based exploration of the Upper Deschutes. TCKC will provide transportation, guides, and the all the gear. Two local water experts, Lisa Seales and Kyle Gorman, will edify and entertain you with stories about how the Deschutes River works and is managed. Read their bios below.
Kyle Gorman is Region Manager for the South Central Region, which includes the Deschutes, Klamath and Lake Basins, for Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD). Kyle has BS in Geology from the University of Oregon. He worked as a geologist in Nevada before coming to Bend in 1990 to work for OWRD. Kyle says, “I didn’t know that I was going to be in Water management but while working for Bob Main [Kyle’s predecessor], I realized this was a really important, challenging but rewarding job and that you will never be bored or run out of things to do or address. And most of all that there is much work to be done in restoring streams in the Basin back to a more natural and improved state.”
Lisa Seales is an educator, social scientist, editor, and writer with nearly 20 years of experience in the environmental field. Lisa has a BS in Geography and Environmental Studies from the University of Oregon, and a PhD and MS in Interdisciplinary Ecology from the University of Florida, with a focus on water resource management as well as tourism and outdoor recreation. Lisa has been researching, teaching about, and working on water issues in the Deschutes Basin for nearly a decade now. She currently works for Farmers Conservation Alliance in their Irrigation Modernization Program, where she helps pursue water management solutions that benefit both agriculture and the environment.

Wild Wednesday - Paddle Boarding the John Day River
2018-09-05 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Later this year will mark the 50th anniversary of the Wild & Scenic Rivers Act, which has protected 59 sections of our incredible Oregon rivers for recreation, fish and wildlife, clean water, scenic beauty, and cultural significance.
On September 5th, local writer, Oregonian and outdoors woman Krystal Marie Collins (AKA K.M. Collins when featured in the Source Weekly) will recount her paddle boarding trip along the John Day River. She will read her May article “50 Miles For The Wild And Scenic Rivers Act’s 50th Anniversary” accompanied by select video and photographic footage. During the reading she will expand on topics from the original article such as access to public lands for underserved populations and challenging popular narratives in outdoor culture from the perspective a female and survivor of child abuse.
Krystal Marie Collins is a local writer, Oregonian, and outdoors woman. She is a current contributor to many local publications and is employed as the Marketing Director of Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe. Krystal Collins has over 15 years of experience as a professional in the outdoor industry.

Discover Nature Festival
2018-09-09 11:00 - 15:00 | Riverbend Park, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
Discover Nature Festival is a fun and action-packed event that engages families in outdoor recreation and learning. The 4th Annual Discover Nature Festival is a free community event to be held on Sunday, September 9th, 2018 at Riverbend Park in Bend, Oregon. The event will feature:

Over 35 hands-on outdoor activities presented by more than 20 organizations
Recreation activities including climbing wall, archery, fly casting practice, Leave No Trace activities, survival skills, and a bike rodeo
Nature education activities including birding, wildlife tracking, live birds, and volcano demonstrations
Health and wellness activities highlighting the benefits of staying active, getting outdoors, and healthy eating

Discover Nature Festival provides kids and families a fun day to try new outdoor activities, learn about the natural world, challenge themselves, and spend time together!

Electric Tailgate Party
2018-09-10 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join electric vehicle drivers and enthusiasts for an “Electric Tailgate” party hosted by Midstate Electric Cooperative to highlight the clean-air benefits and cost-savings of electric cars. Plug-in vehicles will be on display for attendees to “kick the tires” and find out more about electric transportation.
This FREE event is part of the fifth annual National Drive Electric Week.

Friends & Family Night at McMenamins
2018-09-11 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Bring everyone you know out for burgers, beers, wine, cocktails, salads, sandwiches, tater tots, and more – because at the end of the night, 50% of the evening’s total sales are donated to The Environmental Center! The more you order, the more is earned to support our work in Central Oregon.

National Drive Electric Week Event - Bend
2018-09-12 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Interested in owning an electric car?
Got questions about home charging, maintenance, costs, energy savings, and winter driving? Come see, and ask the owners questions about these electric vehicles:

Kia Soul Electric
Nissan Leaf
BMW i3
VW e-Golf
Chevrolet Bolt
Arcimoto SRK
Tesla Model 3, Model S, and Model X
Zero FXS Electric Motorcycle

The event is part of National Drive Electric Week. Find out more at DriveElectricWeek.org.

Green Drinks at Evolutionary Medicine
2018-09-13 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Please register in advance.
REGISTER
Evolutionary Medicine is an alternative healthcare clinic that recently opened in Bend’s Midtown, and they’re inviting us to take a look around! The clinic offers Chinese Medicine, Naturopathic Medicine, and Massage Therapy. They focus on treating traumatic injury and musculoskeletal pain, in addition to many other common ailments: insomnia, digestive disorders, pre- and post-surgery, fertility, and women’s & men’s health.
As a business, Evolutionary Medicine is dedicated to helping all their patients strive to the highest and healthiest potential as humans.
“We understand that humanity is in the midst of a crisis of global proportion and strive to be a positive influence in this world,” said their Practitioner.
As such, they have woven their own values and sustainability practices into their clinic. They work to be not only an example of better resource management, but of better business practices, which they believe is not only good for their employees, but for the community and Earth as a whole.
“We love Bend and all that it has to offer! We serve the community in which we live, by offering affordable & effective healthcare, available at a discounted rate to those most in need.”
Bring your own cup to enjoy a drink, big thanks of Crux!

Welcome Week Launch Celebration
2018-09-14 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
As a Welcoming City, we join other welcoming communities around the country in celebrating Welcoming Week, Sept. 14-23, 2018. Welcoming Week is a series of events in our community that raise awareness about our status as a Welcoming City and the benefits of welcoming everyone in Bend.
Hear from community members and City staff, view Borderless Stories and watch the documentary film Harvest of Empire. Snack and drinks are provided.
View the full list of events here.

Latino Fest
2018-09-15 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
A community celebration honoring the heritages of our immigrant Latinx friends and neighbors with music, dance, food, education, community resources and kids activities. Featuring live mariachi music.

DREAMERS: Story and Art
2018-09-15 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join us for a very special Welcoming Week Story Time at Roundabout Books! We will be reading Dreamers by Yuyi Morales. Following the story, we will talk about our own dreams, and use paint to create a collage of our own dreams on a canvas banner. Event is open to kids of all ages, though the target age for the book is probably Pre-K – Grade 3. Parents are very welcome to come help with the art project.

Second Annual Fall Harvest Feast
2018-09-15 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Central Oregon Locavore proudly presents the Second Annual Fall Harvest Feast
Please join us for this ever-popular event that will tickle your palate and delight your senses. From the beautiful views of Smith Rock, alluring scent of fall in the air, and the delicious taste of the 6 course fall harvest feast featuring the best of Central Oregon fare. Your senses will thank you!
This year we are adding what we believe will become a famous tradition. The great Pig Kiss! There will be a donation fund for each nominee, and she/he who has the most donations must kiss a pig at meals end. Com’on folks! Who doesn’t love to see a big ol smooch?
This event directly benefits Central Oregon Locavore and all of our tireless work to bring you fresh, nutrient dense, locally grown and raised food.
Wagonrides begin at 4pm, courtesy of Farmer Jeff of DD Ranch. Dinner begins at 5pm.

Solidarity Celebration & Vespers
2018-09-16 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Representatives of faith communities in Bend will lead us in a public gathering of celebration of immigrants and refugees in our community and prayers for peace and justice in our neighborhoods and world. People of all faith backgrounds and perspectives warmly welcomed. Attendees are invited to bring signs expressing welcome, peace and justice. Upon conclusion, all are welcome to participate in Allyship in Action.

Allyship in Action
2018-09-16 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
In these uncertain times, communities of color, immigrants, and other marginalized groups need support they can count on. But how can well-meaning folks move from good intentions to concrete actions of solidarity? This workshop — facilitated by a diverse group of equity facilitators including liliana cabrera, Kerani Mitchell, and Erin Rook — will explore the social systems that shape how we interact with race and other differences; engage participants in meaningful reflection on how they interact with these systems; and provide tools and strategies for supporting people of color, immigrants, and others with marginalized identities.
This workshop is designed for those who have already engaged in some education and/reflection on racism, but all are welcome. Donations accepted to offset materials, preparation, and food costs. Suggested donation $5-$50.
