Bend COTA Work Events
2017-04-27, 2017-05-04, 2017-05-11, 2017-05-18 | 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.

Celebrate Earth Month by Volunteering with SOLVE!
2017-04-28 - 2017-04-29 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Get outdoors and make a difference for your local neighborhood or natural area! This year we’re inviting you to join us in service to benefit local wildlife and communities. Events are led by local volunteer leaders and focus on improving our neighborhoods and natural areas with hands-on work including litter cleanup, invasive plant removal, planting native trees and shrubs and other restorative projects.
Volunteers of all ages and abilities are encouraged to get involved. See all opportunities below:
4/28 – Riverside High School Community Cleanup – Boardman
http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/riverside-high-school-community-cleanup
4/29 – St Johns Neighborhood Cleanup – N Portland
http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/st-johns-neighborhood-cleanup
4/29 – 25th Annual Molalla River Cleanup & Enhancement – Molalla
http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/25th-annual-molalla-river-cleanup-enhancement
4/29 – Estacada Lake Shore Cleanup– Estacada
http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/estacada-lake-shore-cleanup
4/29 – Lake Ewauna Nature Trail April – Klamath Falls
http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/lake-ewauna-nature-trail-april
4/29 – Lynch Wood Campus Clean Up – SE Portland
http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/lynch-wood-campus-clean
4/29 – Last Saturday Weed Warrior Service Project – SE Portland
http://www.solveoregon.org/get-involved/events/join-last-saturday-weed-warrior-service-project-april
Spending just a few hours removing litter or invasive plants from our neighborhoods and natural areas, or planting native trees and shrubs, makes a big difference for wildlife, water quality, and communities. Sign up to get involved today! Visit our full calendar of events or contact SOLVE at 503-844-9571 ext. 332 or info@solveoregon.org.

Arbor Day Tree Planting Ceremony
2017-04-28 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The City of Bend is partnering with Bend Park and Recreation District (BPRD) to celebrate Arbor Day with the planting of a tree in Pioneer Park, located at 1525 NW Wall Street in Bend.
On Friday, April 28, at 10 a.m., City Manager Eric King will join BPRD Executive Director Don Horton in planting the tree, which replaces a large spruce tree that was lost in 2015 due to extreme wind.
The City of Bend recognizes the importance of trees and tree care. The trees in Bend are an important resource for citizens and local wildlife, as the community continues to grow.

Heritage Tree Walk
2017-04-28 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Celebrate Arbor Day with a Heritage Tree walk around downtown Bend. The Heritage Tree Walk will begin at the Deschutes Historical Museum located at 129 NW Idaho in Bend. The Heritage Tree Walk will begin at 5:00 pm Friday April 28th. The walk is free.
Discover the magnificent Heritage Trees tucked in and around downtown Bend. The walk weaves together Bend’s history and the value of arboriculture in a growing community. Joining the walk will be a representative from the Deschutes Historical Society. Hear about Bends colorful past and learn how trees have contributed to the livability of the Bend community over the past 100 years. One stop on the walk will be Oregon’s newest Heritage Tree, the Drake Pine Grove. The Drake grove once surrounded the Alexander Drake homestead that overlooked the Deschutes River.
This Arbor Day event is being organized by Bend 4 Trees in conjunction with the City of Bend. Bend 4 Trees is a volunteer community group with a passion for trees. The group initially organized to advocate for the recertification of Tree City USA for the City of Bend. Bend was designated a Tree City in 1991 and held the Tree City status until 1995. Bend regained Tree City status in 2004 and maintained it until 2012. Bend 4 Trees believes Bend can regain the Tree City status and maintain it by changing the culture of the City and embracing the value of trees and treating them as green infrastructure.
One of the four standards for becoming a Tree City USA community is having an annual Arbor Day Proclamation and observance.

Bird Walk, Camp Polk Meadow Preserve
2017-04-29 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Jan Rising for a bird walk at one of Central Oregon’s birding hot spots–Camp Polk Meadow Preserve. Tune your ear and focus your binoculars as you stroll around Hindman Springs and into the meadow, watching for warblers in the willows and woodpeckers working the pine groves. More than 160 species of birds have been observed at the Preserve–see how many you can find!
Hike Rating: This is a moderate ~2 mile hike. Portions will be on a gravel trail and through a grassy meadow.
Free. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes

Outdoor Journaling, Whychus Canyon Preserve
2017-04-29 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Interested in learning how to combine outdoor writing and sketching with your joy of hiking? Join the Deschutes Land Trust and hiker and passionate journaler, Kolby Kirk, for a day of learning tips and techniques for keeping a journal while keeping a good pace! We’ll spend the day at Whychus Canyon Preserve discussing ways of seeing and recording the landscape, explore reasons for keeping a trail journal, and learn tips for quickly sketching flora/fauna for later
identification. No journaling experience needed. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes.
Rating: This is a moderate, 2-3 mile hike.
What to bring: Snacks/Lunch, water, journaling supplies, sturdy hiking shoes. Dress for the weather.

People's Climate March Bend
2017-04-29 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Downtown Bend, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Now more than ever, it is important to let people know that you believe that Climate Change is real! It’s time to protect beautiful Oregon, the world and our quality of life! Let our politician’s know that we want to transition towards a cleaner energy economy! Come down and show your support for a JUST TRANSITION to a CLEAN ENERGY ECONOMY with NEW JOBS and JUSTICE for all! A fun, peaceful, family friendly time will be had with music and speakers! Check out the details and look for updates on Facebook at the 350Deschutes People’s Climate March event page: https://www.facebook.com/350Deschutes/.

Family friendly event includes:

Climate Change Action Fair
Street Theater
Chants
Music by Chiringa

Email: actnowforclimate@gmail.com

Painting With a Purpose
2017-04-29 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
On April 29th, 5-7pm VegNet Bend is holding a ‘Painting with a Purpose’ Fundraiser with the help of Laughing Planet Cafe & ‘Its Just Paint’. With each ticket sold, $15 will go towards VegNet Bend, a nonprofit group dedicated in educating the public on the benefits of a plant based diet.
Sarah, from ‘It’s Just Paint’ will be hosting a fun & high energy painting class, providing step by step instructions & all materials. The painting will be an adorable bunny!
Purchase tickets here.

Purnima: A Night of Bollywood Eats and Beats
2017-04-29 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join fellow Bend locals for a night of feasting and dancing at the new Mantra Indian Kitchen (in the old “Fire” location) for Purnima: A Night of Bollywood Eats and Beats. The night will begin with a lavish feast featuring the fragrant spices and alluring flavors of authentic Indian cuisine hand-crafted by Chef Runi of The Curry Shack (and now the proud new proprietor of Mantra Indian Kitchen) to be paired with a dizzying array of exotic elixirs concocted by Crafted Life Mixology. All to be followed by a night of sultry beats and bass to uplift and transcend your spirit. Belly dancers, Henna painting are just a few of the things you can expect at this fabulous event.
Meal will begin at 6pm, advance ticket purchase required. At meals end, a magnificent transformation will take place and at 8:30 the doors open to all for a delightful Bollywood dance party. Anyone is welcome to the after-dinner dance party.
Themed cocktails, beer & wine will be available all night long! Dance Party $5 suggested donation at the door, free to Locavore members. Costumes encouraged!
8:30-9:30 – DJ Runi (Bringing some Curry N Spice) Bollywood Get Down
9:30-11:30 – “The Beet Farmers” – Featuring DJ Deer John & Haulin Oats
11:30-1:30 – bPollen
Purnima benefits Central Oregon Locavore, a nonprofit organization that’s been promoting a local, sustainable food system in Central Oregon since 2010. Locavore is dedicated to improving access to fresh, in-season, nutrient-dense, local food and educating the community about the benefits of sustainably produced food from local farmers and ranchers. Proceeds from this event help promote a more ecologically and socially just food system, public health and diversification of the local economy. Learn more about Locavore at centraloregonlocavore.org.

Happy Hour in the Garden
2017-05-02, 2017-05-09, 2017-05-16 | 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

Lake Creek Trail Hike, Metolius Preserve
2017-05-03 09:30 - 14:00 | Metolius Preserve, Camp Sherman, OR, 97730, United States
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Mary Crow for a hike on the Lake Creek Trail at the Metolius Preserve. We’ll hike through the Preserve’s ponderosa forests and follow Lake Creek on our way to Suttle Lake. Learn about the fascinating plant life of the Metolius region where the wetter plants of the western Cascades blend with our drier eastside forests. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes.
Rating: This is a moderate to challenging, ~5.5 mile hike.
What to bring: Snacks/Lunch, water, sturdy hiking shoes. Dress for the weather.

Sign For Your Lane
2017-05-04 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Bend Bikes for a fun evening of story-telling, giveaways, transportation chatter, all to make Bend a better and safer place to live. And sign our petition to get active transportation in the City’s budget and have a pint.

Solar Drinks at Pine Mountain Sports
2017-05-04 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Solar Drinks is an opportunity to introduce community members who support and/or would like to learn more about renewable energy to each other and our local partners. This is a relaxed social networking event that will feature the awesome combination of solar systems and electric vehicles. Solar Drinks is put on by Solar Oregon, a non-profit advocacy organization bringing together people interested in renewable energy.

Summit Loop Geology Hike, Smith Rock State Park
2017-05-06 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Daniele McKay 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 crags like Monkey Face. On the descent, the Summit Loop trail crosses a private property 9 protected by the Land Trust before joining the Park’s river trail. Learn about how this dramatic area was formed by the forces of volcanoes and water while taking in sweeping views of the
Cascade crest. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes.
Rating: This is a challenging, 7-mile hike.
What to bring: Snacks/Lunch, water, sturdy hiking shoes. Dress for the weather.

Riverfeast Dinner & Auction
2017-05-06 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Deschutes River Conservancy on May 11th for a delightful evening of irresistible food, spirits, and music. Bid on exclusive adventures and experiences, custom art and other wonderful packages. Give back to our beautiful rivers while exploring the stunning event space at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon off Skyliner Road in Bend.
Coyote Willow’s exciting combination of cello, guitar, and rich vocals begin the evening at 5:30.
All proceeds from the event support the DRC’s mission to restore streamflow and improve water quality in the Deschutes Basin.

Bend4Trees Coalition Meeting
2017-05-09 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
“What ISA Certified arborists do in our community and how to find us”
Speaker: Ciara McCarthy
The talk will cover what is required to become an ISA Certified Arborist, and how the certification is maintained. The presentation will also cover all the areas that ISA Certifed Arborists actively manage the Urban Forest canopy. Lastly, you will receive information on where to find an ISA Certified Arborist and some of the questions you can ask before you hire.
Ciara McCarthy is an ISA Certified Arborist & Municipal Specialist, and ISA Qualified Tree Risk Assessor. Ciara owns ArborSurveys & Associates, an Urban Forest Management consulting practice based in Bend. She is the Vice President of Oregon Community Trees, and the Education Coordinator for the Pacific NW Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA).
Agenda for Meeting:
4:30 – 4:45 Catch-up and Snacks
4:45 – 5:00 Louise Palmer will offer time for introductions, updates, and announcements
5:00 – 5:45 Tree Talk with Ciara following with Questions and Answers
6:00 – 6:30 David Morman will discuss building a Coalition, the mission statement, and an update from City Council.

Full Moon Hike, Whychus Canyon Preserve
2017-05-09 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Deschutes Land Trust and Carol Moorehead on a full moon exploration at Whychus Canyon Preserve. The Native Americans had names for each of the full moons—May is the Full Flower Moon. Come explore the canyon under the light of the moon using a variety of senses. We’ll listen for and, if lucky, even see nocturnal animals as we hike Whychus Canyon Preserve. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. Please register online at
www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes.
Hike Rating: This is a moderate, 4-mile hike.
What to bring: Flashlight/headlamp, snacks, water, sturdy hiking shoes. Dress for the weather.

Mammals of the Metolius, Metolius Preserve
2017-05-12 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Gary “Gus” Gustafson to learn more about the mammals of the Metolius Preserve. The Preserve is home to a wide array of wildlife from deer and elk, to bears, cougars, and others. Learn more about these mammals and their habits and habitats. Discover how to read the landscape to find the clues wildlife leave behind during their daily activities. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. Please register online at
www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes.
Rating: This is a moderate, ~3 mile hike.
What to bring: Snacks/Lunch, water, sturdy hiking shoes. Dress for the weather.

Discover Nature Day: The Invisible Tracker
2017-05-13 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Presented by the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon and its partners, Discover Nature Days are free family events throughout Central Oregon that connect children and families to the wonder of nature. Join us for 2 hours of art, science, and play while learning about the natural world and exploring local parks.
May 13, 10 am-12 noon
The Invisible Tracker at Shevlin Park with Wildheart NatureSchool. Learn how to walk like an invisible fox, the science of bird language, and the art of being undetected while tracking in nature!
June 10, 10 am-12 noon
Fur and Feathers at Cline Falls State Park with High Desert Museum and The Environmental Center. Learn about adaptations of local birds and wildlife, try out birding and wildlife tracking, and play fun games.
Register here or call 541-383-5592.

Electric Vehicle Workshop: Get Plugged In
2017-05-16 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
We all still have a lot of questions about electric vehicles. They’re really cool, but still a mystery to most of us.

How far can you really go?
How long do the batteries last?
Are they fast?
Can I charge at home?
How much will it cost to charge it?
Can I still take a road trip?
Can I fit my whole family in the car?
Can I power my car with solar?

We invite you to join us so we can demystify EVs and have a conversation about how a zero emissions vehicle might fit into your life. Come get all your EV questions answered and learn about Central Oregon’s new Electric Vehicle Group Buy Program that can help you save up to $17,500 off the cost of a new all-electric car.

Mt St Helens: Survival and Revival of Life after a Major Volcanic Eruption
2017-05-16 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Charlie Crisafulli, Research Ecologist with the USDA, Forest Service, and Pacific Northwest Research Station as he engages us with information regarding the changes in biodiversity, survival, and revival of life on Mt St Helens since its 1980 eruption.

Wildflower Hike
2017-05-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Whychus Canyon Preserve, Sisters, OR, 97756, United States
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Carol Moorehead at the end of the day for a wildflower hike at Whychus Canyon Preserve. Enjoy the best of the spring season as you search for balsamroot or pale blue flax, and the elusive chocolate lily. Then, take in panoramic views of mountain peaks as the sun begins to slip below the horizon. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes
Rating: This is a moderate, 3-mile hike.
What to bring: Flashlight/headlamp, snacks, water, sturdy hiking shoes. Dress for the weather.

WILDFLOWERS! Slide Show
2017-05-17 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Take a trip through Oregon’s diverse landscapes for Nature’s spring wildflower extravaganza, reminding us of the cycles of life and Nature’s blessings. Get outdoors, renew your spirit with joyful colors and scents. Presented by George Wuerthner, author of Oregon’s Best Wildflower Hikes.

Outdoor Journaling
2017-05-18 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Interested in learning how to combine outdoor writing and sketching with your joy of hiking? Join the Deschutes Land Trust and hiker and passionate journaler, Kolby Kirk, for an evening of 13 learning tips and techniques for keeping a journal while keeping a good pace! We’ll spend the day at Whychus Canyon Preserve discussing ways of seeing and recording the landscape, explore reasons for keeping a trail journal, and learn tips for quickly sketching flora/fauna for later
identification. No journaling experience needed. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes
Rating: This is a moderate, ~2 mile hike.
What to bring: Snacks, water, journaling supplies, sturdy hiking shoes. Dress for the weather.

Tips and Tools for Taking Action at Pints & Politics
2017-05-18 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Oregon League of Conservation Voters’ Leadership Committee and Bend City Councilor Nathan Boddie to learn tips and tools for taking action to protect our environment. Get hands-on experience and gain insights for contacting your elected officials, writing letters to the editor and making your point at a public meeting.
