KPOV Youth Radio Camp
2017-06-26 09:00 - 2017-06-30 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | KPOV, 88.9FM, Bend, OR, United States
Want to learn how to create a radio show at a radio station and have a blast making it happen? At the KPOV Youth Radio Camp, KPOV will teach participants how to be a DJ, interview a friend, talk live on the radio, and tell a story with sound effects, music, and humor. They will produce a one-hour radio show that will be broadcast on KPOV 88.9. At the Bend Parks and Recreation registration page, run a keyword search for KPOV.
Who: Youth ages 10-14
When: The week of June 26-30 from 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Registration: Bend Parks and Recreation — https://register.bendparksandrec.org//wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/wbsplash.html?wbp=1. This is a free camp.
Contact – 541-322-0863; bruce@kpov.org

Happy Hour in the Garden
2017-06-27 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join us in our Kansas Avenue Learning Garden for our ongoing volunteer work party series. In 2022, volunteers contributed over 200 hours to help keep our learning garden maintained over the growing season. We couldn’t do it without you!
This event is open to all ages and gardening abilities! No experience or tools required. Beer and non-alcoholic beverages are provided for all who volunteer. Each event includes seasonal ongoing tasks as well as special projects as needed throughout the growing season. Volunteers are welcome to pop in for an hour or stay the whole time. No need to RSVP or commit ahead of time. (Pro tip – put the following dates in your phone calendar now – then when it pops up you can decide if it works out for you or not!)
In 2023, Happy Hour in the Garden will once again run twice a month from March through October. This schedule throughout the extent of the growing season offers meaningful volunteer experiences for all who come, and deeper care for the garden when it needs it.
For Spring 2023, our Happy Hours will be 4-6pm, on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month.
March & April Happy Hours sponsored by Wild Ride Brewing

March 7 & 21
April 4 & 18

May & June Happy Hours sponsored by Worthy Environmental

May 2 & 16
June 6 & 20

Stay tuned for confirmation of dates for July through October, as these might switch to the 2nd & 4th…)
Contact Denise, Garden Program Manager, if you have any questions about getting involved.

Oregon Wild - Wild Wednesday
2017-06-28 17:30 - 19:00 | Crow’s Feet Commons, 875 NW Brooks St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Thinking about hiking some or all of the Pacific Crest Trail in Oregon? Join Oregon Wild and guidebook author Eli Boschetto at Crow’s Feet Commons in Bend for an evening of inspiring imagery and trail beta to help you start planning your own PCT adventure.
On June 28, Eli Boschetto, author of Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: Oregon, will break down the state’s 455 miles of PCT into manageable sections—each with stunning routes that can be hiked in a long weekend, a week or more. Details include trail accessibility, choosing campsites, finding water and getting the right permits for hiking from the rolling grasslands of the Soda Mountain Wilderness to the volcanic plains of the Central Cascades to the doorstep of Oregon’s tallest peak, Mount Hood. Bring your questions, your appetite for adventure, and your thirst for great, local beer!

Bend COTA Work Events
2017-06-29, 2017-07-06, 2017-07-13, 2017-07-20, 2017-07-27 | 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.

Stand for the Land
2017-06-30 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
A community celebration of conservation activism 30 years in the making.
This year marks Oregon Natural Desert Association’s 30th year working to protect, defend, and restore Oregon’s high desert! To celebrate this milestone, we’re throwing two parallel parties, one in Bend and one in Portland.
Join us in Bend on June 30th to party with purpose and get the inspiration, information, and tools you need to take action on behalf of your public lands!
This party is free, family-friendly, and open to the public. Enjoy a beverage in great company with us as we look back at 30 years of conservation success and forward to the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Want to volunteer at this event? Email Lisa.

Central Oregon Wildflower Show
2017-07-01 - 2017-07-02 | Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory, 57245 River Rd, Sunriver, OR, 97707, United States
Join us July 1st & 2nd, 2017 for a fabulous, colorful weekend!
The Central Oregon Wildflower Show and Native Plant Sale exhibits hundreds of native wildflower species bursting with color. The show also provides a glimpse of Central Oregon’s native grasses, shrubs, sages, fungi, mosses and lichen. Exciting lectures at SHARC, vendors, wildlife hikes, and more! This pass is good for both days.
Pick up your wristband at the Nature Center day of the event!
Adult: $6
Child: $4 (ages 4 and up)
SNCO/Second Tern Volunteers: $5

Power Past Paris Rally
2017-07-07 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Bring your signs, wear green and blue to this peaceful nonviolent protest of US Withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement.
Meet at Peace Corner, Wall and Greenwood in Bend. At 6:30pm, there will be a social hour at McMenamins.
RSVP please.

Bike Safety Basics
2017-07-09 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Do you want to ride your bike more often but feel unsure about contending with traffic, crossing Third Street or navigating roundabouts? We’re listening – and we want you feel confident, safe and have fun riding your bike. Join us for a small, casual bike safety workshop made possible with help from Commute Options, one of our favorite community resources! We’ll meet at the shop, then get out on our bikes and learn to master the roads of Bend in a fun, safe and relaxed setting. The ride will end at Crux for a short Q&A. You’ll leave with more knowledge, more support and more motivation to go ride your bike. This is a free event and is limited to 6 participants. Bring your bike, helmet and water. Please reserve your spot and empower yourself!

Discover Nature Day - La Pine
2017-07-11 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Presented by the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon partners, Discover Nature Days are free family events throughout Central Oregon that connect children and families to the wonder of nature.
Bring your family to a different park each week for an interactive experience and learn, play and have fun in nature! Recommended for ages 5-10, with family, but all ages are welcome. Free!
This event:
What’s all the BUZZ About? presented by Discover Your Forest. Meet and greet the local buzzing, burrowing, and creeping bugs of our forests through science activities, stories, and games.

Happy Hour in the Garden
2017-07-11, 2017-07-18, 2017-07-25 | 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

Chipotle Fundraiser for TEC
2017-07-12 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join us for some great food and a fundraiser at Chipotle!
Come in to the Bend Chipotle to show your support on July 12th. Bring in the flyer, (posted here) show it on your smartphone or tell the cashier you’re supporting TEC to make sure that 50% of the proceeds will be donated to The Environmental Center.
Can you help spread the word? We encourage you to post a flier at the office, or bring a few to an upcoming event that you’ll be attending. You can download fliers here: https://envirocenter.org/wp-content/uploads/flyer-1.pdf
This would also be the perfect day to cater from Chipotle for your meeting or other event! If placing an order online, please note you must choose the pay in-store option and inform our cashier of your participation before paying.

Let's Talk about Wolves
2017-07-12 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Are wolves protected in Oregon? Where? Can you hunt wolves in Oregon? What’s the current state of wolves in Oregon? Get the answer to these questions and more at Oregon Wild’s educational presentation “Let’s Talk about Wolves”.
Join us Wednesday, July 12th at Broken Top Bottle Shop from 5:30 to 7:30pm for an evening presentation and conversation around the gray wolf in Oregon and its tumultuous history and perilous future.
With wildlife poaching on the rise, mounting pressure to allow wolf hunts in Oregon, and efforts to further strip wolves of protections, now is a critical time for the future of Oregon’s wolves. Learn about how to get involved and influence decisions currently underway in regards to protecting the gray wolf in Oregon.

Summer Discover Nature Days - Bend
2017-07-13, 2017-07-20, 2017-07-27 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Presented by the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon partners, Discover Nature Days are free family events throughout Central Oregon that connect children and families to the wonder of nature.
Bring your family to a different park each week for an interactive experience and learn, play and have fun in nature! Recommended for ages 5-10, with family, but all ages are welcome. Free!
Bend Events
Thursdays, July 13-August 17, 11 am – 12 noon

July 13: Hillside Park
Special Ops Survivors presented by Wildheart Nature School. Learn to navigate the world of unpredictability while playing team games and practicing survival skills in nature.
July 20: Ponderosa Park
What’s all the BUZZ About? presented by Discover Your Forest. Meet and greet the local buzzing, burrowing, and creeping bugs of our forests through science activities, stories, and games.
July 27: Pine Ridge Park
Birds of Prey presented by High Desert Museum. Experience an up close encounter with a raptor, learn about its amazing adaptations, and play a game about bird migration.
August 3: Larkspur Park
Predators and Prey with The Environmental Center. Have fun learning about the diverse animals that call Central Oregon home through exciting games and interactive science activities!
August 10: Shevlin Park
Watery Wonders presented by Upper Deschutes Watershed Council. Explore the watery wonders of Tumalo Creek, collect and identify stream critters, and learn about what makes a healthy stream.
August 17: Sawyer Park
Amphibious Adventure! presented by Sunriver Nature Center. Jump into the wet and wild world of your favorite amphibian! We’ll explore the life of frogs and their relationship with wetland ecosystems.

Green Drinks at Stemach Design & Architecture
2017-07-13 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join us for a fun Green Drinks this summer, hosted by Stemach Design + Architecture, featuring Bend Area Habitat for Humanity and ReStore.
Stemach Design + Architecture, located in the Box Factory in downtown Bend, is dedicated to projects that embody careful, coordinated design with a positive impact to each project’s surroundings. Owners Stacey and Rachel Stemach, along with the entire team, are dedicated to economic, environmental and equitable sustainability. You’re probably familiar with the firm’s impressive work around Central Oregon – including Spoken Moto, Immersion Brewing, 10 Barrel, The Bite (in Tumalo), and the ReStore.
Bend Area Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to building affordable homes for income challenged families and individuals in Bend. Bend Habitat also operates ReStore, a home improvement resale center that sells building materials, furniture and appliances to the community. The ReStore offers a great place for the community to donate their items, keeping more than 3.6 tons from the landfill each year. Proceeds from ReStore directly benefit Bend Area Habitat. (In fact, ReStore covers 100% of Bend Habitat’s operating expenses!) Two years ago, with the help of generous sponsors, Bend Habitat was able to install a large solar system on the ReStore. And currently, they’re expanding to create an even better experience for the community
Join us for an evening of mingling and learning in a really neat, new space (which, fun fact, was designed by Stemach!) – and we have a feeling you’ll walk away with an appreciation for thoughtful, sustainable design.
PLEASE REGISTER IN ADVANCE.

VegNet Tropical Potluck & Speaker
2017-07-15 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Come hear one of our summer speakers (TBA) at VegNet’s monthly potluck!
Bring a tropical-themed vegan dish (no animal products, including honey) to serve 6-8 people, a card listing ingredients, and your own cup, plate, and utensils. Think tropical fruit and sweet BBQ flavors. Wear your Hawaiian shirt! This is a family-friendly event.
Suggested donation $2-5 to help cover room rental. See you soon!

Climate Reality Presentation
2017-07-16 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The environment sorely needs our defense these days!
How can we help? Come to a Climate Reality presentation by A.J. and Caroline Skidmore
“My older son A.J. and I recently returned from an intensive 3 day Climate Reality Leadership Training given by a variety of leaders in the area of sustainability and climate change. We obtained an incredible amount of new information on climate change and solutions to address the situation we are in. We were both trained as Climate Leaders and have been asked to share our presentation on climate change and renewable energy to people in our community. My son Jack has done presentations at Cascade Middle School (all 8th graders) and Pacific Crest Middle School (6th graders). I have received excellent feedback from both schools” – Caroline Skidmore
Questions? Call or e-mail Thiel Larson 541-388-4895 tlarson@bendbroadband.com

Discover Nature Day - Madras
2017-07-18 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Presented by the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon partners, Discover Nature Days are free family events throughout Central Oregon that connect children and families to the wonder of nature.
Bring your family to a different park each week for an interactive experience and learn, play and have fun in nature! Recommended for ages 5-10, with family, but all ages are welcome. Free!
This event:
Watery Wonders with Middle Deschutes Watershed Council. Check out stream critters, learn about what makes a healthy stream, and get your hands dirty designing the perfect stream.

Discover Nature Day - Redmond
2017-07-21 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Presented by the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon partners, Discover Nature Days are free family events throughout Central Oregon that connect children and families to the wonder of nature.
Bring your family to a different park each week for an interactive experience and learn, play and have fun in nature! Recommended for ages 5-10, with family, but all ages are welcome. Free!
This event:
Habitat Heroes with Children’s Forest of Central Oregon. Learn about what makes healthy habitat for wildlife and how you can help.

The Unusual Flora of Pine Mountain
2017-07-23 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Savor the views along the open crest of Pine Mountain while exploring the mountain’s distinctive flora, which is more closely affiliated with the Blue Mountain region than Central Oregon’s typical volcanic soils. Charmane Powers, who has worked as a botanist on the Deschutes National Forest since 1990, and LeeAnn Kriegh, author of “The Nature of Bend,” will lead the hike. Along with taking a close look at the remarkable adaptations of species like mountain mahogany that line the trail, we’ll have fun scouting for the rare green-tinged paintbrush (Castilleja chlorotica).
Register here for the hike.
Difficulty: Moderate – 2-3 miles. The trail is rocky in places, with moderate elevation gain. Some off-trail excursions may be included.

Picnic lunch provided by: El Sancho

Discover Nature Day - Prineville
2017-07-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Presented by the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon partners, Discover Nature Days are free family events throughout Central Oregon that connect children and families to the wonder of nature.
Bring your family to a different park each week for an interactive experience and learn, play and have fun in nature! Recommended for ages 5-10, with family, but all ages are welcome. Free!
This event:
Birds of Prey presented by High Desert Museum. Experience an up close encounter with a raptor, learn about its amazing adaptations, and play a game about bird migration.

Long and Winding River Field Trip
2017-07-26 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Have you wondered where the water in the Deschutes River comes from and where it goes? If so, then join Dr. Daniele McKay and Dr. Lisa Seales on an exploration of the headwaters of the Deschutes.
Explore the Upper Deschutes River and learn about its geology and hydrology, dip a toe into water rights and policy, and delve into how water is used in the basin. We’ll spend the day visiting places like Sparks, Devils, and Little Lava Lakes along with Crane Prairie and Wickiup dams. Discover how volcanoes have shaped the geology and the hydrology of our area, and how the water that comes from these sources is used by all of us in Central Oregon.
Registration required. $10

Rally for Public Lands
2017-07-27 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
In Central Oregon, public lands like the Oregon Badlands Wilderness, Mt. Bachelor, and the Deschutes River, are central to our way of life and our outdoor recreation economy. On July 27th, people nationwide will celebrate public lands by gathering at the same time in solidarity with hundreds of outdoor industry businesses, catalyzed by the summer Outdoor Retailer Show in Salt Lake City, Utah. Oregon Natural Desert Association is pleased to partner with other nonprofits and local businesses to bring this celebration to Bend!
This event is FREE and open to the public. Please RSVP here if you plan to attend!
