The Environmental Center

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.

Wildflower Photography
2015-05-05 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Mike Putnam for a morning workshop on photographing wildflowers. Mike will share his tips and tricks as you hike around Whychus Canyon Preserve. Spring wildflowers should be in full bloom and you’ll hopefully be able to capture a wide variety of native flora. Mike Putnam is a Bend-based landscape photographer. His work features the beauty of Central Oregon’s mountains, rivers, and wildflowers.
Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/events.
Rating: Moderate, ~3 mile hike.
What to bring: Bring your camera gear, ideas, and inspiration! Lunch/snacks, water and dress for the weather.

For a full list of Walk+Hike Series events, visit: www.deschuteslandtrust.org/events.

Transplanting Class
2015-05-05 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Learn from OSU Master Gardeners™ how to transplant seedlings to grow for your garden. Part of class will be in OSU Extension Greenhouse.

Bend Area Habitat Workshop
2015-05-06 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Bend Area Habitat for an informative and interactive workshop meant to help you with your finances!
Choose from one of the three times that it is offered. Space is limited- Reserve Your spot today!
Wednesday, May 20th – 8-9am
Tuesday, May 26th – 12-1pm
Thursday, May 28th – 6-7pm
How can I reach my financial goes? Can I really get a free credit report? How do I calculate my debt to income ratio? What does it take to qualify for different types of loans?
Do you have questions? We have answers! You must RSVP – space is limited to 10 participants per workshop. (541) 385-5387 ext. 103 or djohnson@bendhabitat.org.

Portfolio Manager Training
2015-05-06 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Come learn about EPA’s Portfolio Manager software that allows businesses to baseline and track their energy usage for buildings.
The High Desert Collaborative of the Cascadia Green Building Council is presenting this training and demo session.

Sustainability No Rant Chat Sessions - Compost
2015-05-06 | 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.
This week’s session is on compost in the works at COCC. Join us at Broken Top Bottle Shop!
Brought to you by COCC Sustainability. Questions? Contact Emily Garland – egarland@cocc.edu.

A Natives Perspective on American Indian History
2015-05-07 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
When Europeans arrived in North America more than 500 years ago, they brought with them different cultural customs which soon spread across the land, causing great loss of life and disruption of indigenous lives and cultures. Politically, the dominant European City-State model permeated the continent, and indigenous people were essentially forced to sign treaties that constructed sovereign tribal nations that in many cases bore little relationship to the traditional social structure and alliances.
Pre-registration is requested, but not required. Register on line at trinitybend.org/education.

Central Oregon Jobs With Justice Awards Banquet
2015-05-08 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Great food and better people! Central Oregon Jobs with Justice invites you to attend their Fifth Annual Justice Awards Banquet; a celebration of hard work by labor, social justice, faith, environmental, community and other groups.
For ticket prices and other information, contact:
Dave Stranahan, david.stranahan@q.com or Bruce Morris, cosjcenter@gmail.com

North American Migratory Bird Count
2015-05-09 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
North American Migratory Bird Count; 8am-2pm; Come join a group to identify and count birds, or lead a group if you are confident! At SNCO; FREE for all (Registration required: 541-593-4394)

Mama + Baby Birds
2015-05-09 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Mary Yanalcanlin of East Cascades Audubon Society for a bird walk just for kids! With Mother’s Day on the horizon, explore the world of mamas and babies including the roles of mamas (and daddies!) and how they care and feed babies. Look for birds and nests while learning about bird behavior and habitat. Perfect for kids ages 4-10 with a grownup in tow.
Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/events.
Rating: Easy, ~1 mile walk.
What to bring: Binoculars, snacks, water, sturdy hiking shoes. Dress for the weather.

For a full list of Walk+Hike Series events, visit: www.deschuteslandtrust.org/events.

Garden Work Party
2015-05-09 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join us for another community garden work party in the Kansas Avenue Learning Garden! Swing by for 30 minutes or the entire two hours as we continue to get the garden ready for spring.
Check out our spring 2015 garden update to learn more about upcoming projects.

Alder Springs Hike
2015-05-09 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Central Oregon LandWatch for a moderate to strenuous walk down into the scenic lower Whychus Creek Canyon to Alder Springs. We will check out the confluence of the creek with the thundering Deschutes River below a towering wedge of rimrock on this premier Central Oregon hike.
Watch for wildflowers, raptors, songbirds, lizards, and rattlesnakes enjoying the last bit of summer. This western portion of the Crooked River National Grassland is part of a mosaic of public and private lands that Central Oregon LandWatch is working to protect as important wildlife habitat, winter range, and a migration corridor between the Cascades and the Ochocos.
The drive from Bend to the trailhead is about 1 hour, the last few miles of which are on a rough dirt road – high clearance, 4WD strongly recommended. Please volunteer to drive if you have a rig that can handle this.
The approximately 6 mile round-trip hike is moderately to strenuous, with a fair amount of elevation loss on the way out and gain on the way back. The hike can get hot and dusty. Bring: sun sauce, bug sauce, hiking boots, shades, a hat, lunch, and plenty of water.
We will meet in Bend at 9:00am for the carpool. All attendees will be asked to pitch in for gas.
Please note: As is often the case for hikers in this area, we may encounter rattlesnakes on this hike.

Bend's Annual Chicken Coop Tour
2015-05-09 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Whether you’re a chicken enthusiast, a chicken-owner-wannabe, or a chicken & egg eater, this tour is for you!
If you haven’t participated in the tour before, this could be your year. Tour booklets outlining the locations of the backyard coops will be for sale for $10. You only need one booklet per car. Once you have your booklet, you are ready to meet hens, talk to coop owners, ask questions you may have about raising backyard chicks, and explore Bend.
Proceeds go to Healing Reins and High Desert Museum.
Jim Moran (sponsor) will have books on hand. Call him to reserve one and he’ll include a package of wildflower seeds and a calendar!
(541) 948-0997
Jim@jimmoranbroker.com
