Green Lakes Hike, Three Sisters Wilderness
2015-09-19 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 8.4 miles round trip
Elevation Gain: 1,100 feet
Leader: Pam Hardy
Location: Three Sisters Wilderness (carpools depart from Bend)
A classic Central Cascades hike in the Three Sisters Wilderness, this trail passes waterfalls, wildflowers, and large old trees en route to a set of gorgeous alpine lakes. We’ll have lunch at the lakes, possibly take a swim if it’s warm, and head back down.
RSVP here!
**Due to the popularity of our hikes we urge you to only sign up if you are sure you will be attending. If you do not have access to e-mail please contact Pam Hardy with any questions: (541) 382-2616 or ph@oregonwild.org. If signing up more than one person, please use the guest feature on the next page. Minors must be accompanied by adults. Hike leaders will provide more details as the hike date approaches.
Help Oregon Wild continue to provide high-quality, guided hikes into Oregon’s spectacular wildlands by making a small donation with your hike sign-up. Your support helps offset the costs of our hikes program, and ensures we can all continue to explore and enjoy Oregon’s natural heritage. Suggested donation of $5 (Oregon Wild members) and $10 (non members). If you are unsure if your Oregon Wild membership is current, please call 503.283.6343 x 200. To join, please click here.

C.R.O.P. Farm Tours: Brasada Ranch
2015-09-19
The Crooked River Open Pastures (C.R.O.P) Events are ways for you and your family or friends to experience the farm and ranch life in Central Oregon. The High Desert Food & Farm Alliance along with a dedicated group of farmers and community members in Crook County are offering these FREE farm tours and rotating Farmer’s Market throughout the summer. Each farm host will have vendors from 10am-2pm on the listed dates and offering free tours and other family friendly activities.
Saturday’s 10am-2pm
Haven’t been to Brasada before? Now’s your chance to see this award winning resort.
Brasada Ranch – See Address

Class - End of the Season Gardening Issues
2015-09-19
Information from OSU Master Gardeners™ about composting, seed saving, dividing plants, mulching, pruning and care of bulbs.

Birders' Night
2015-09-19
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.

Stars Over Newberry
2015-09-19
On Friday, August 11th, 2017, Discover Your Forest will play host to hundreds of guests at our 3rd Annual Stars Over Newberry fundraiser. The event will take place atop Lava Butte in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument and will feature stargazing, live music, a silent auction, fabulous local beer, wine and cuisine. This year, festivities will span from 7:30 – 11:00 PM, giving visitors an unparalleled vista of the night sky and a chance to glimpse the early hours of the Perseid Meteor Shower.
Stars Over Newberry is the largest annual fundraising event for Discover Your Forest which supports stewardship, conservation education and volunteer programs in Central Oregon’s National Forests.

Pledge to Lighten Up - New LED Deal! (while supplies last)
2015-09-21 - 2015-10-31
Pledge to lighten up by swapping your light bulbs for super efficient LED bulbs. During Bend Energy Challenge Week, you can buy one LED bulb, and get one free at the Bend Area Habitat for Humanity ReStore. Buy a 4-pack of bulbs for $12.99 and get 4 more bulbs free!
This promotion will run until October 31st or while supplies last – don’t miss this great deal!

Dramatic Savings are Around the Corner
2015-09-21
Save dramatically on your home’s energy consumption while increasing the comfort, safety, durability and value of your most important investment, your home. You will be invited to shadow the crew as they move through your home performing a series of inspections and tests.
Guest Presenter:
Neil Kelley Home Performance Professionals

Camp Fire Open House
2015-09-22
Drop in anytime on Thursday, September 29th between 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm at The Environmental Center in downtown Bend for Camp Fire’s Fall Open House! We’ll be playing simple games, eating yummy snacks, and discussing the many opportunities your kids will have to explore service learning projects, learn new things, meet new friends, set goals, and have a ton of fun this school year.
Some of the topics we will cover include:

After School Clubs

What are they?
How much do they cost? Is financial aid available?
How to become a Leader / what being a leader looks like for your schedule

No-School Day Camps

Learn about the fun themes this year
Learn about teen Leadership opportunities at No-School Day Camps

Teens In Action

What is it?
How can you get involved
What exactly is service-learning and how does it apply to my life?

Teen Leadership Opportunities

How do these look on a resume or college application?

Growth Mindset & Camp Fire Culture

What does Camp Fire stand for?
How does Camp Fire help young people to thrive?

Volunteer Information

How much of a time commitment is it to volunteer?
What do volunteer tasks look like?
How old do you have to be to volunteer?

And More!

So come on down and talk with us, or just come say “hi” if you’re already a seasoned Camp Fire family! We would love to see you all there!

Bend Energy Challenge Week Kick-Off
2015-09-22
In this exciting event, you will learn what the Bend Energy Challenge is and why it’s important for our community.
Guest Presenters:

Eric Corey Freed, VP Global Communications, The International Living Future Institute
Local Youth

Bend Energy Challenge Week
2015-09-22
This year the Green Tour will be organized by The Environmental Center as part The Bend Energy Challenge Week—a week of energy education and inspiration for the whole family and building community. The Green Tour is a natural fit to inform and educate Central Oregon homeowners on ways that they can use less energy and expose the building and real estate industry to the latest trends in green building.
As always, the tour is a free, public event. This year we are adding education for homeowners and professionals alike leading up to the Tour.
Tuesday, September 22nd

Kick off event!
@ the Bend Area Habitat for Humanity ReStore
6:00 – 8:00pm
Beer, food carts, booths full of energy gurus to help you start saving energy
Keynote featuring Eric Corey Freed, VP of Global Communications @ the International Living Futures Institute.

Monday – Saturday, September 21st – 26th

Workshops for multiple tracks: residential and professional development presented by various speakers and organizations

Saturday, September 26th, 2015

15th Annual Green Tour
10:00am-5:00pm
Energy passport—participants will be entered to win prizes for visiting sites
Hands-on energy activities for kids
Get a full listing of the sites, features, and addresses on the Green Tour page

September Green Drinks
2015-09-22
**PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS ON TUESDAY FROM 6-8PM, NOT THE USUAL THURSDAY EVENING!**
This month, we’re combining Green Drinks with the kickoff of Bend Energy Challenge Week! Come check out the BEC Week Kickoff event at the new Habitat ReStore, featuring beer from Deschutes Brewery and food from Dump City Dumplings & Bend Soup Company. Come peruse information at various sponsor booths and check out all ReStore has to offer. Enjoy a humorous keynote address by Eric Corey Freed, the acclaimed speaker, architect and author of “Green Building & Remodeling for Dummies,” and hear what an illustrious group of local students are doing to ensure the future livability of Bend.
Aimed at both homeowners and professionals, in Eric’s talk: “The Seven Secrets of How Nature Designs: How to Apply the Lessons of Biomimicry to Your Business,” you’ll discover how the threat of climate change is already affecting your day to day life. You’ll uncover how to become a leader by leveraging the challenges of environmental responsibility. Instead of being a depressing talk on the environment, this hilarious talk will inspire you and transform how you look at the community around you.
Local high school students Kyra Kadhim, Skylar Grayson and Ivy Taylor, from the growing chapter of Youth Climate Action Now (YouCAN) in Bend, are intent on changing minds, hearts and city policies focused on two things: One, increasing City, community and student awareness about the seriousness of global climate change. Two, engaging both community members and local government in the development of lasting legal protection for the environment and quality of life in Central Oregon in the form of science-based carbon emission reduction targets and climate recovery planning. Listen to our kids and walk away inspired!

Green Drinks is an international concept and is an enjoyable way to network, learn about local businesses and their sustainability efforts, and have an eco-conscious drink or two! Bring your own cup and consider carpooling, walking, biking or transit to get to the event!

Durable Buildings: Building for Today, Adapting for Tomorrow
2015-09-23
For today’s buildings to play a role in tomorrow’s communities, they need to be built to last and adaptable, rather than simply demolished. In 2004, the Canada Green Building Council added the Durable Building credit to the LEED program in recognition of problems associated with building performance, sustainability and durability. The objective of this presentation is to explain the credit and demonstrate how to achieve it as an Innovation in Design credit on buildings in the U.S. The presentation will outline, via examples, a sample Durability Plan and tables, the logical steps to develop and confidently achieve this credit as well as focus on both expediting construction and minimizing risk of increasingly complex envelope systems.
Guest Presenters:
Steve Vinci, Principal, Senior Sustainability and Building Science Specialist, Morison Hershfield

Marketing Efficiency (Lunch included. RSVP required, see below*)
2015-09-23
Home buyers are increasingly interested in green features. Certified green homes sell faster at higher prices. This one-hour seminar will help you communicate with clients about the value and benefits energy efficient and green certified homes. Learn about green home features and how to sell them.
Guest Presenters:
Bruce Sullivan, BASE Zero
To RSVP, please view the following address in your browser:
http://bit.ly/1O1JzO7

Solar Works! What Local Governments and Utilities Need to Know
2015-09-23
Learn how you can use solar energy to recharge the local economy, with presentations from solar installers, local governments, the State building codes division, and utilities. A Q&A Session will follow, with plenty of time to get your questions answered.
Guest Presenters:
The Oregon Department of Energy The Energy Trust of Oregon Sunlight Solar

Solar Speed Dating - Getting to Know the Basics of Solar
2015-09-23
Pick and choose which solar stations to stop by. Learn how solar works, what incentives are available, investigate if your home is a good fit for solar, and check out the latest solar panels. The kids will have their own stations to eat cookies baked by the sun and race solar cars!
This event will last for two hours, but you are welcome to come and go as you please.
Guest Presenters:

The Bend Energy Challenge
Energy Trust of Oregon Oregon
Department of Energy
E2 Solar
Neil Kelly Solar
Sunlight Solar

Getting to Know Your Home's EPS
2015-09-23
This one hour presentation provides a basic understanding of what energy efficiency and high performance means in today’s building industry by examining the leading energy label, EPS (Energy Performance Score), and other Energy Trust of Oregon resources that are available to builders, brokers, and consumers in the region.

Learning Objectives:

Introduction to Energy Trust of Oregon
Explanation of EPS label and how it provides savings, comfort, health and durability benefits for consumers
Understand how you can use EPS to help drive sales for both new and existing homes
Learn how to leverage Energy Trust marketing resources for you and your customers
Benefits and requirements of becoming a Trade Ally with Energy Trust

Guest Presenter:
Matt Douglas, Earth Advantage

Building Techniques for Zero-Energy Homes (Lunch invluded. RSVP required, see below*)
2015-09-24
How can you build a home that uses no energy for heating, cooling, lights or appliances? Today it’s possible to build a zero-energy home using readily available products and proven techniques. Zero-energy homes are going up across America, with many good examples right here in Central Oregon. In this one-hour seminar, learn what takes to take your next project all the way to zero.
Guest Presenters:
Bruce Sullivan, BASE Zero
To RSVP, please view the following address in your browser:
http://bit.ly/1JW0KwC

Deschutes Children’s Foundation Anniversary Open House
2015-09-24
The organization will commemorate their Silver Anniversary with an open house at the Rosie Bareis Community Campus on Thursday, September 24th, 2015 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. The event is open to the public and will feature music, wine, beer, and light hors d’oeuvres. All are invited to learn more about the organization’s unique mission to promote a community of services for children and families.
DCF thanks the sponsors, donors, volunteers, and community members who have made this milestone possible.

Fall Color Tour
2015-09-25 - 2015-09-28
Fall Color Tour, sponsored by Sierra Club’s High Desert Committee.
The high desert areas around Steens Mountain are spectacular to explore as the aspen turn to brilliant shades of yellows and golds. Join us as we meander through the area and enjoy the last warmth of the season and the color displays. The exact location of the hikes has not been determined yet, but we will head to the general area around Steens Mountain and Hart Mountain.
To register, contact:
Borden Beck 503-706-3634 or bborden@teleport.com

Upper Deschutes River Cleanup
2015-09-26
Join SOLVE for the annual river clean up in our own backyard – the Upper Deschutes River in Sunriver. Families are welcome for this volunteer event and all supplies will be provided.

Discover Nature Festival
2015-09-26
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!

2015 Green Tour
2015-09-26
Go ahead and pledge to get into your comfort zone.
There is sure to be something for everyone to take home.
Saturday, September 22nd
10:00 – 5:00
The 15th Annual Green Tour is organized by The Bend Energy Challenge with support from the Energy Trust of Oregon. This year’s Tour will feature 7 homes packed with energy saving features. They vary from brand new zero energy homes to a 1971 energy retrofit. Check out the Kid’s Corners at some of the sites for activities to keep the kids busy while you get to snoop and be a smarty pants.
FULL TOUR SCHEDULE

Latino Community Association Festival of Cultures
2015-09-26
A celebration of our Central Oregon Cultures featuring food, music, vendors, non-profits and great people!

A Day in the Life of a Whychus Fir
2015-09-30
30th Anniversary Event: A Day in the Life of a Whychus Fir
Thirty years ago, when Executive Director Paul Dewey found out about a proposal to pipe Whychus Creek and clear-cut its banks, he made a promise to an old-growth Douglas Fir that he would save its life. And with that, the seed that became Central Oregon LandWatch was planted. Join us as we hike to LandWatch’s origin tree, located in gorgeous canyon country along Whychus Creek. Afterwards, we will BBQ with views of North Sister.
Hike begins at 3pm, with a BBQ afterwards!
$10 suggested donation
Space for this event is limited so please reserve your spot today. More details will be provided.

Shaping Our City: Bend's UGB and You
2015-09-30
This fall, our City Council will be making some big decisions about how we shape our city.
As Bend prepares to develop a new Urban Growth Boundary (UGB) and accompanying policies, we must take into consideration how these changes will impact housing availability, traffic congestion in our neighborhoods, wildlife habitat, access to outdoor recreation, complete neighborhoods, and more.
The City will be asking for your input on what kind of City Bend will become, and we want you to feel prepared to make your voice heard. Save the date for one of these upcoming events!
Shaping Our City: Bend’s UGB and You

Wednesday, September 30th
6:00pm-7:30pm
Downtown Bend Library
Tuesday, October 6th
11:30am-1:00pm
East Bend Library

Awesome Bend Application Deadline
2015-10-01
APPLY FOR A GRANT!
Application deadline: October 1, 2015
Awesome Bend awards a $1000 grant quarterly to a project that will make Bend even more awesome. The definition of “awesome” is intentionally left up to your imagination. It could mean solving a problem, making someone stop and think, or spreading joy– think social good, the environment, technology, arts and beyond!
The grant has no strings attached (other than doing something awesome and telling us about it). We are high on action and low on bureaucracy. The application takes 15 minutes or less. Finalists deliver a 3-minute pitch at Pitch Night, where we select a winner and hand out $1000 on the spot to help them turn their awesome idea into reality.
Our only rules:
1.The project must be feasible and completed within 3 months of the award.
2.The money cannot be used for personal expenses or operating expenses for an established charity.
3.You agree to come back to the next Pitch Night and tell the community all about your project, thus inspiring future awesomeness.
(Hint for success: In your application, state very specifically, how your project will make Bend even more awesome.)
AWESOME BEND PITCH NIGHT on October 20th, 2015, 6-8:30pm, Deschutes Brewery Tap Room 1044 NW Bond St (Upstairs)
Live crowdfunding– Shark Tank style– for community good. $1000 awarded on the spot! Join us for a free night of Ideas & Inspiration.
Check out our TV coverage and story: http://www.ktvz.com/news/awesome-grant-winner-will-share-serious-message/32501202?ens=1&utm_source=Daily+News&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Noon+Headlines_548763080cf23ea604f143dd_bend&utm_content=20150422_1400

Taste Local Thursdays
2015-10-01
Join participating HDFFA Partner Businesses for Taste Local Thursdays, a fall restaurant series featuring specials made from Central Oregon ingredients. Each business will be featuring a Central Oregon special on the dates below.
Use the #TasteLocalThursdays and #HDFFA on social media and enter to WIN a local food gift bag!

10/1 Broken Top Bottle Shop
10/8 Jackson’s Corner (Westside)
10/15 Spork
10/22 Oregon Spirit Distillers
10/29 Bethlyn’s Global Fusion

Bend UGB Remand Community Meeting
2015-10-01
The City of Bend encourages Bend citizens and area residents to attend an upcoming community meeting to learn more about and comment on the City’s Urban Growth Boundary (UGB) Remand project, including an evaluation of different UGB expansion scenarios.
Attendees are encouraged to arrive at any time. A presentation will be provided beginning at approximately 7 p.m.. Staff will be available throughout the meeting to provide information and answer questions. Attendees also may review a variety of meeting displays describing the working results of the scenarios evaluation process. Children are welcome to attend and activities will be provided for them. Attendees will also be shown how they can use an interactive, online tool to comment on the UGB scenarios. That online feedback tool will ask community members to weigh in on the relative importance of different evaluation criteria, identify a preferred UGB scenario and comment on possible approaches for managing future growth in Bend. The tool will be accessible from the City’s website, beginning on or before September 24. More information about the meetings and the project is available on the City’s UGB website: www.bendoregon.gov/bendugb

Wild & Scenic Film Festival
2015-10-02
Come see where epic adventure and environmental advocacy meet at the Oregon Natural Desert Association’s 12th annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival. An evening of short films showcasing our earth’s natural wonders, feats of courage and athleticism, and the amazing stories of activists working to protect our environment.
Catch one of two screenings–buy your tickets by clicking either showtime below:

Matinee: Doors 3:30pm | Show 4:30pm | $15 general admission | $11* students
Evening: Doors 7pm | Show 8pm | $17 general admission | $11* students

*Valid with student ID upon entry.
All prices listed here include the $3 Historic Theatre Preservation fee.
Come for the films, stay for the amazing raffle loaded with gear for your next adventure. Plus, ticket holders are invited to a complimentary happy hour between screenings next door at OutsideIN. All proceeds benefit the Oregon Natural Desert Association’s efforts to protect, defend, and restore Oregon’s high desert.

Deschutes Land Trust 20th Anniversary Celebration
2015-10-02
The Land Trust is turning 20! Come help us celebrate with a backyard BBQ at Deschutes Brewery’s downtown Public House. Enjoy food (available for purchase), beer and other beverages, and music from the Moon Mountain Ramblers in the back lot of the Public House.
Remarks at 6:30pm. Come help us celebrate 20 years of great land conservation! Please RSVP.
