The Environmental Center

Betwixt the Bees: Honey Bee & Native Bee Interactions
2021-06-30 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
A COBKA Online Community Event featuring Andony Melathopoulos-OSU Assistant Professor of Pollinator Health Extension.
Ever wonder how honey bees and native bees get along in Oregon? You’ll hear from the state’s pollinator health extension specialist to talk about the interactions between European Honey Bees & Native Bees!

Flyfishing Oregon's Wild & Scenic Rivers
2021-06-30 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Wild rivers and wild fish. Is there anything better?
Join Oregon Wild & the Native Fish Society for a discussion on flyfishing Oregon’s Wild & Scenic Rivers and the role protected rivers play in maintaining healthy native fish populations.

Bend COTA Work Events
2021-07-01, 2021-07-08, 2021-07-15, 2021-07-22, 2021-07-29 | 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.

Madras Farm-to-Table Market
2021-07-02, 2021-07-09, 2021-07-16, 2021-07-23, 2021-07-30 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
This Market is a new opportunity for Jefferson County farmers and ranchers to sell products directly to consumers in a convenient Downtown location. Buy local and reap the health benefits of consuming farm fresh products while helping our local agricultural community! They’ll be open every Friday between Memorial Day and Labor Day from 2-6 pm.

Happy Hour in the Garden
2021-07-06, 2021-07-13, 2021-07-20, 2021-07-27 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
This year, Happy Hour in the Garden will run from March through October. Instead of weekly, this volunteer event will be on the *1st & 3rd Tuesdays*, kicking off Tuesday, March 1st. Stop by anytime between 4-6 on the following dates to help out in the garden and enjoy a bubbly beverage. Family friendly, no experience or tools necessary.
Contact Denise Rowcroft, Garden Program Manager, if you have any questions about getting involved.

March 1 & 15 (March & April beer sponsored by Worthy Garden Club)
April 5 & 19
May 3 & 17 (May & June beer sponsored by Boneyard Beer)
June 7 & 21

Due to summer trips, please note that summer dates (July & August) are the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month!

*July 12 & 26* (July & August beer sponsored by Deschutes Brewery)
*August 9 & 23* (Note, this is the 2nd & 4th Tuesday, rescheduled due to planned time off)
September 6 & 20 (Sept & Oct beer sponsored by 10 Barrel Brewing Co)
October 4 & 18

Fire-wise Landscaping
2021-07-13 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
As the Western United States population continues to grow, more and more homes are creeping into forest and rangeland areas called the wildland urban interface. The number of wildfires in combination with this urban sprawl can potentially increase the number of fire-prone landscapes. Learn more about creating a fire-wise landscape. In this class you will learn about fire behavior basics, ways to reduce the fuel load, ways to design your landscape in the home ignition zone, characteristics of fire-resistant plants, and plant selection for your fire-wise design.

Ductless Heat Pumps - The most efficient heating solution
2021-07-14 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join the Electrify! Coalition as we do a deep dive on ductless heat pumps – the most efficient systems available for home heating and cooling. They’ll interview some of the leading experts on this all-important heating and cooling technology and answer questions like:
What is the best application for ductless heat pumps?
Do heat pumps work in my climate zone?
Will a ductless heat pump lower my carbon footprint?
How do I choose a contractor?
How do I choose a brand or model of heat pump?
What is a SEER rating and why should I care?
Can ductless augment my current heating system so I use less gas?
What are the costs and incentives to purchase a ductless heat pump?
Can ductless heat pumps provide air conditioning?
What are the options for multiple room heating and cooling?

2021 Bend Young Professionals Summit
2021-07-16 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Bend Young Professionals Summit is a targeted educational conference located here in Central Oregon that offers in-demand keynote speakers, participation in deep learning breakout sessions for professional and personal growth while fostering lasting connections.

Good Trouble for Democracy
2021-07-17 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
On July 17th, marking one year since the passing of US Rep. John Lewis, activists across the country will make good trouble by hosting and attending Good Trouble for Democracy candlelight vigils to demand that Congress act to protect our freedom to vote and our democracy.
The League of Women Voters of Deschutes County will host a vigil at 7 p.m. Saturday, July 17 at the Peace Corner in downtown Bend: the corner of Wall and Greenwood. Join and bring a friend or two to show support for the passage of the For The People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Act.
In the interest of fire safety, leave your candles at home, but how about a small flashlight or a candle app on your smartphone*? Also wear red, white, and blue!

Back to School Commutes Webinar
2021-07-20 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Fall 2021 return to school presents a crucial opportunity to encourage students and families to use wellness-boosting ways to get to and from school, while helping reduce traffic congestion around schools.
Join the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) and the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) for “The Back to School Commutes Webinar”
What to expect:

Education and transit leaders throughout Oregon will share examples of ways they are innovating on SRTS.
Participants will have the opportunity to connect with coordinators to learn more about new resources to share with educators and school familes.

Commerce and Coffee
2021-07-21 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Commerce and Coffee is the Bend Chamber’s newest event in 2021! This gathering is dedicated to connecting members and community business professionals after over a year of Zoom fatigue and isolation. This monthly event is the perfect opportunity to reconnect, socialize and gain meaningful contacts within the Bend business community.
Enjoy coffee, a light morning snack and extend your professional network. The best part? It is free to attend for members! Non-member pricing is $10.00 per person.
Registration is required for this event and there’s a capacity of 85 attendees. Make sure to get yourself signed up today!

Womxn in Conservation Gatherings
2021-07-21 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Central Oregon Womxn in Conservation hosts professional development events, social outings, and full group meetings. They hope to resume these offerings once pandemic conditions improve.
In the meantime, as the weather warms, Central Oregon Womxn in Conservation invites you to join at Juniper Park in Bend (near the tennis court entrance) for an informal monthly gathering. There will be no agenda. Simply be connecting with one another and catching up!
All gatherings will take place at Juniper Park at 800 NE 6th St in Bend.
The fine print: Even though we’ll be together outside, we ask that people wear masks to this gathering. Also, please bring your own snacks, beverages, and chair.

Flowing North: Rewilding the Deschutes
2021-07-21 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
The Deschutes River holds a distinct past, an iconic present, and a precarious future. This river story meanders through time as its flows rise and fall. The river today is not the same river of yesteryear. At LandWatch, their mission is to improve and restore critical habitats for fish and wildlife in our rivers and wetlands.
In this event, you’ll dive into the ecological story of the Deschutes, the ongoing drought, and what’s next for the river.

Gala de Oro
2021-07-23 17:00 - 23:30 | OR
The LCA team is excited to host this event this year and celebrate the successes they’ve achieved with immigrant families across Central Oregon.
Doors open at 5:30 pm
Seating for dinner at 6:30 pm, dinner served at 6:45 pm.
Dance starts at 8:30 pm.
Tickets are limited so please visit our website and buy your tickets TODAY. https://galadeoro.org/
DISCOUNTED EARLY BIRD TICKET PRICES END June 30.
$40 Baile/Dance $100 Cena/Dinner
Please note -> this event will be following the guidelines from the CDC and Oregon Health Authority to ensure the safety of guests.
Early Bird Dinner (through midnight June 30): $100 per person
Early Bird Dance (through midnight June 30): $40 per person
Dinner /Dance regular pricing (July 1 – July 18): $125 per person
Dance Only regular pricing (July 1 – July 18): $50 per person
Dinner will be catered by Marcos Rodriquez of ¡Hola! The dinner portion of the evening will include an educational component and presentation.

OLCV Youth & State Legislator Round Table 2021
2021-07-28 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join OLCV’s virtual Youth Round Table to meet legislators, learn more about state politics, and discuss recent climate action.
There will be opportunities to ask questions about what it’s like to be a state legislator, what it takes to become a state legislator, and opportunities for YOU to respond to questions from legislators.
The event will also feature a special discussion on the passage and future of 100% Clean Energy for All (HB 2021).
This event is geared toward ages 13-24.
If you have questions about the event, please contact OLCV’s Engagement Organizer Tia Hatton at tia@olcv.org.

Bend Young Professionals Social
2021-07-28 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join The Environmental Center staff for a fun evening in our beautiful garden. Connect with other young professionals and learn about sustainability in Central Oregon — there may even be a game or two!

The cost to attend this Bend Chamber event is $25. If this cost is a barrier and you’d like to attend, please email Priscilla. The Chamber considers young professionals to be those between the ages of 21 and 40 who are looking to launch or develop their careers.

Lampreys of Oregon
2021-07-28 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Don’t judge a book by its cover – lampreys may simultaneously be Oregon’s most misunderstood and most important fish species! If you look beyond their boneless bodies and slightly terrifying disc mouth, you’ll find there’s a lot to respect. These fish (yes, they are fish!) are some of the Columbia River Basin’s most ancient inhabitants, with origins dating back several hundred million years. That means they pre-date dinosaurs!

Fair Housing for Educators - Central Oregon
2021-07-29 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Home life and family circumstances can have an effect upon student achievement. As a result, educators have long included in their role the need to provide a listening ear and sometimes helpful counsel to students and families.
The Fair Housing Council of Oregon is here to help educators better understand and be effective advocates for housing rights so that all families can enjoy equal access to housing.
This online Fair Housing for Educators training includes:

basic knowledge on fair housing laws (federal, state and local)
the history of housing discrimination
how to provide fair housing information to families
and how to refer families to resources to help enforce their housing rights.

This training is designed for teachers, educational administrators, school board members, educational non-profit staff, and others who interact with students and families.

BIPOC Climbing night
2021-07-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Bend — The Circuit Bouldering Gym, 63051 NE Corporate Pl, Bend, 97701, United States
Join Latinos Outside, Vamonos Outside and the Circuit Bouldering Gym for their monthly BIPOC Climb Night. It is a place to come together and connect with other BIPOC folk in Central Oregon who are interested in climbing. All levels of experienced climbers welcomed.
First time visit is free. After that, it is half off regular day passes during these climb nights. Regular prices are $19 (adults), $17 (Students), $15 (youth). Free rentals for any one who needs them. Prizes will be given away as well. Sign waiver here!
