Summit Loop Hike
2015-04-22 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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!!

Sustainability No Rant Chat Session - Bend Energy Challenge
2015-04-22 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
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.

Educational Symposium on Lake Abert
2015-04-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Educational symposium dedicated to past and present knowledge of the High Desert saline lake ecosystem and Lake Abert.
Location: Black Butte Ranch, Administration Building conference rooms
Ron Larson, PhD, retired US Fish and Wildlife Service biologist, and Dr. Frank Conte, president of the High Lakes Aquatic Alliance Foundation Inc., are organizing this symposium.
Sponsors: High Lake Aquatic & Alliance Foundation, Sisters School District, Lake Creek Resort, Black Butte Ranch, Salem Audubon Society, Metolius Culinary Club, Ray’s Foods, North American Lake Management Society, and Portland Audubon Society
**The Environmental Center has several tickets for purchase and schedules here in our office. Please stop by or contact lauren@envirocenter.org if you’d like to purchase a ticket.**

Bend Bikes Community Ride
2015-04-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join us Saturday, April 25th for a fun morning ride to unite with the The Environmental Center Earth Day Parade. Dress up as your favorite species and decorate your bikes, it’s time to ride!
We will begin our adventure near the south entrance to Juniper Swim & Fitness Center and then enjoy a family friendly ride throughout beautiful Bend to finish in time for the parade. See the schedule below.
9am meet at Juniper Swim and Fitness Center
9:15am we ride!
10:30am community ride ends at Louisiana Ave next to McMenamin’s
11:00am Earth Day Parade begins
Our ride will be cruising at a relaxed pace for good community fun. Basic ride etiquette is always followed on our great community bicycle rides.Check out our website on How We Roll for more details:http://www.bendbikes.org/?page_id=353.

Native Plant Workshop
2015-04-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
On Saturday, April 25th, at 9:00 am FANs is offering a two-hour native plant workshop with Marilynne Keyser. We will meet at the Juniper room in the Crooked River Ranch administration building for a slide presentation on the most common native shrubs, bunchgrasses and wildflowers in the local sagebrush community. After the presentation, Marilynne will give a tour of the new Crooked River Ranch Native Plant Interpretive Garden, created by FANs in conjunction with staff of Crooked River Ranch. Over 500 plants of 36 native species were planted by volunteers in May and June of 2014. Interpretive signs and plant labels will be added in 2015. The garden is located by the tennis courts, near the administration building.
FANs will be selling native bunchgrasses in one or two gallon pots at the garden immediately following the workshop.
This workshops will provide valuable material, including color photographs to take home. FANs is requesting a $15 donation for the workshop to cover printing costs and to support the native garden. We need to know how many people are coming so that we have enough materials available. Please contact Marilynne Keyser at 541-923-0558 or mtkeyser@gmail.com for more information and to register for the workshop. You can pay on the day of the workshop with either cash or a check made out to FANs. Your contributions are tax-deductible as FANs is a 501c3 nonprofit organization.

Hollinshead Community Garden Opening Day
2015-04-25 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hollinshead Community Garden, 1237 NE Jones Road, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Registration for a vegetable garden plot is done in-person at Hollinshead Park on a 1st-come, 1st-served basis. The line forms early and is outdoors, so dress for the weather. A waiting list will be taken as well.
Call 541-383-3905 or 541-977-7661 for more info.

2015 Earth Day Fair & Parade
2015-04-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Earth Day Fair
The Earth Day Fair is a community celebration of sustainable living that will include live music, local food, activities and games for children, non-profit organizations and green businesses.
Earth Day Parade
This colorful, creative procession filled with children and adults costumed as their favorite species will kick off the day. There are three parade rules: no written words, no motorized vehicles, and no live pets.
Participants should gather at 10:30am on Louisiana Avenue by McMenamin’s to parade through downtown Bend starting at 11:00am.
Costume, drumming and art workshops will be offered to help children of all age prepare for the big day!
Keep checking our event page for up-to-date information!

Voluntary Simplicity Panel
2015-04-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Simplify your life with tips from experts.
Downtown Bend Public Library, Brooks Room

Contact: Nathan Pedersen, 541-617-7092

Exploratory Meetings: Green Co-housing Community in Bend
2015-04-25, 2015-04-28 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Lawrence is setting up some exploratory meetings at the end of April to share ideas on creating a new, super-green, co-housing community in Bend.

Available meeting times are as follows:
Saturday April 25th from 3 to 4:30 pm
Saturday April 25th from 7 to 8:30 pm
Tuesday April 28th from 7 to 8:30 pm
If you are interested in participating in one of these meetings, please contact Lawrence for location information and further details:
Lawrence@Schechterarchitect.com
(541) 408-3638
Clustered Eco Housing showcases the beauty, simplicity, and sustainability of dense urban development. If you would like more info on the Clustered Eco-Housing design inspiring these meetings, please click this link for more info –> Clustered Eco-Housing

ReStore’s Furniture Flip Design Challenge Public Viewing
2015-04-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Think HGTV’s “Flea Market Flip”! Individuals and pairs of designers will compete by redesigning 3 pieces of furniture and home accessories in a one month time period. The final designs will be on display for the public at Armature at 7pm on April 25, 2015. They will be for sale to benefit Bend Area Habitat for Humanity to further their efforts in affordable housing.
Hope you see you there! This will be a fun event to attend to celebrate Earth Day!

Volunteer Fair and Happy Hour Social
2015-04-27 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Volunteer Connect invites you to a Volunteer Fair and Happy Hour!
Come meet over 16 community organizations needing volunteers, plus a chance to win prizes from Solstice Brewing Company. Extended Happy Hour specials!

UGB: Why should I care?
2015-04-29 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
This isn’t going to be your traditional real estate forecast from the Bend Chamber!
We will dive into: What is the Urban Growth Boundary? Why is it significant? How does it impact me and my business? How will an expansion affect the future of Central Oregon? How will it influence our commercial and residential real estate markets? Why should I care? Read more
Moderated by:
Tammy Baney, Deschutes County Commissioner
Panelists include:

Bill Duffey, Hayden Homes
Andy High, Central Oregon Builders Association Inc
Brian Fratzke, Fratzke Commercial Real Estate Advisors
Brian Rankin, City of Bend
Ron Ross, Compass Commercial Real Estate Services

Seats are filling up fast. Get your tickets today!
Tickets: $49 | Table Sponsors (10 seats) $640

Walk+Bike Challenge
2015-05-01 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
MAY 2015
The Walk + Bike Challenge is a friendly competition aimed at encouraging more kids and families to walk and bike to and from school and throughout their neighborhoods. The Challenge is hosted by the Bicycle Transportation Alliance (BTA) with support from the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), our sponsors (Grouptrail and Chipotle), and other partners.
Register here!
Once you register your school for the Walk+Bike Challenge, be sure to order your free incentives! Incentives include: stickers, temporary tattoos, prize ribbons, and helmets. Check out the website for various tips, curriculum, and for your free coordinator packet that includes: tips and resources for promoting the event, organizing parent volunteers, procuring local prizes, and how to track active transportation trips taken by students.
New this year: Tracking all participants’ trips is even more important! For every child that participates in the Walk+Bike Challenge, Grouptrail will donate 10 cents to BTA’s Walk+Bike program. You can track on a weekly basis or for the whole month. The BTA will hold weekly prize drawings for schools that log trips each week to win extra incentives, gift certificates, and other great prizes

Sustainable Homes Professional (SHP); Module 4
2015-05-01 - 2015-05-02 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
SHP is an interactive six-month accreditation program that provides participants with the opportunity to develop the technical skills and knowledge required to design and build highperformance homes. Each two-day module integrates lecture and discussion, hands-on exercises and tours of certified homes.
Module 4: Mechanical Systems & Performance Testing
Two day Module Friday & Saturday from 9-5pm
This module provides an overview of load reduction and an exploration of many design and product options for conditioning systems within a home. Just as performance testing is necessary to verify the envelope’s construction, performance testing and verification of systems are also key components to creating high-performance sustainable homes.
Individual modules cost $295 each and can be taken in any order to achieve SHP accreditation.
More information and sign up
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NorthWest Crossing Community Garden Opening Day
2015-05-02 09:30 - 23:30 | NorthWest Crossing Community Garden, NW Crossing Dr. & Charbonneau St., Bend, OR, United States
Registration for a raised bed garden plot is done in-person at NorthWest Crossing Community Garden on a 1st-come, 1st-served basis. The line forms early and is outdoors, so dress for the weather. A waiting list will be taken as well.
Location: Corner of NW Crossing Dr & Charbonneau St near Summit H. S., Bend
For more info, call 541-318-5759 or 541-678-5949.

Introduction to Growing Vegetables Class
2015-05-02 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
OSU Master Gardeners™ give an introductory class on growing vegetables including climate, site selection, soil preparation, season extension, and how to grow the most common vegetables for the area.

Annual Art & Wine Auction
2015-05-02 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join us on Saturday, May 2 at 5:30pm at the Art & Wine Auction as we celebrate Deschutes Children’s Foundation’s 25th Anniversary! The event takes place at the Riverhouse Convention Center and welcomes 400 prominent community members, art collectors, and wine aficionados. Deschutes Children’s Foundation creates a remarkable guest experience at the Art & Wine Auction:

luscious wines, craft beers, and appetizers begin the evening
live entertainment from Todd Haaby and Sola Via
over 100 silent auction packages
seated dinner with wine on each table and a souvenir wine glass for each guest
live auction boasting a showcase of artwork from the region’s top artists, a paddle raise to support Deschutes Children’s Foundation, world class wines, and one of a kind experiences including private dinners and getaways.

View Live Auction packages and preview Silent Auction artwork in our event catalogue! And, you can support the event even if you can’t attend with an absentee bid!
Buy your tickets today! ​
Corporate sponsorship opportunities are available. Corporate sponsors enjoy a wide range of media benefits including television, radio, print, and online promotion valued at over $20,000. Sponsors also have access to over 400 prominent Central Oregonians at the event. Levels of participation can be viewed here: Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities.
For more information, please contact Amy Ward at 541-388-3101 or amy@deschuteschildrensfoundation.org.

Spring Up Community Supper
2015-05-02 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Central Oregon Locavore is moving! Come celebrate our final days at our current location with our “Last Supper” community meal.
Community Supper Registration and Menu: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=htntlqdab&oeidk=a07ecgzc1s28ee8eff1
This gourmet meal proudly prepared and presented by our long-time friend and supporter, Chef Bethlyn of Bethlyns Global Fusion Restaurant.

The Market for High Performance Homes
2015-05-04 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Lose the jargon – Learn how to talk with clients about “energy” and “green”!
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
What Buyers Want
Gain important insights into the latest consumer research about what people look for when making sustainable choices.

Learn about the latest consumer research into buying behaviors
Get an overview of green building certifications, energy labels, and what makes a home ‘green’
Find out how EPS® is changing the way green homes are being recognized and valued
Learn the best ways to explain the benefits of advanced home products & features

You’ll also walk away with our comprehensive Home Features Guide!
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Green Home Site Visit
Learn how green certified homes save energy and resources while creating a more healthy and durable home.

Learn about key sustainable features in one of the city’s greenest developments
Understand how green home features can be explained as health, comfort and savings benefits to clients

Learn more >>
Questions? Contact Heather Kendall at hkendall@earthadvantage.org or (503) 968-7160 x20

Appraising Residential Solar PV Systems
2015-05-04 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Valuing the Sun – Appraising Residential Solar PV Systems

Through this hands-on workshop you will gain valuation tools that can be integrated into real world practice.
The number of solar PV (photovoltaic) system installations has increased substantially while the costs have decreased dramatically. As solar PV becomes more common in the residential housing market, so does the need for competent appraisers that are equipped to accurately appraise these unique types of properties.
Join our expert instructor, Taylor Watkins, as he teaches you how to apply adjustment techniques to a residential solar PV case study using three approaches to value. Through this hands-on workshop you will gain valuation tools that can be integrated into real-world practice.
Learning Objectives
Understand solar PV language
Understand and apply net present value calculations to solar PV installations.
Recongnize the impact of incentives and credits for solar and how they relate to the cost approach.
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Course Fee
$35 | Earth Advantage Professionals (EA Broker, SHP, AGA or EA Builder)
$45 | General Admission
Instructor
Taylor Watkins has been a certified residential appraiser in the Portland and Southwest Washington region for over 20 years. He owns one of Portland’s first net-zero homes, the “Rose House.” Taylor frequently serves as a consultant and expert around the country on green home valuation issues, including a study he conducted for Energy Trust of Oregon on the impact of photovoltaic panels on a home’s appraised value. He created and instructs the Appraising Green Homes courses that comprise EA’s Accredited Green Appraiser designation, as well as teaches the Earth Advantage Broker (formerly S.T.A.R. – Sustainability Training for Accredited Real Estate Professionals) course in Oregon, Washington, Alabama, and Virginia.

Questions? Contact Heather Kendall at hkendall@earthadvantage.org or (503) 968-7160 x20.

Full Moon Hike
2015-05-04 20:00 - 21:00 | Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory, 57245 River Rd, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
The full moon provides an excellent opportunity to explore the night under the natural light of the moon! Come out to enjoy the beauty of the lake and meadow bathed in the moon’s reflected light. Keep eyes and ears active, and maybe you will spot some of the wildlife that is awake when we are normally inside for the night.
This walk will be led by a knowledgable Nature Center Naturalist, and will take participants over potentially uneven ground on and around Nature Center grounds. Bring warm clothes, comfortable walking shoes, a flashlight if available (red light is best to keep your eyes adjusted to the dark!), and a sense of adventure!
Meet at the Nature Center 15 minutes early, event runs from 8pm – 9pm.
Event fee: $6 adults & $4 kids.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! Call to reserve your spot at 541-593-4394.
