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The Surfrider Foundation and representatives from OSU-Cascades Natural Resources Department, COCC-Outdoor Leadership, Environmental Center and Latino Outdoors are organizing the first Central Oregon Conservation Summit. The hope of this Summit is to connect everyday citizens, conservationists, recreationalists, researchers and volunteers in Central Oregon around the biggest challenges facing our region as population and climate change…
$65 – $75
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We are excited to announce that the Oregon Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation will be hosting a FREE Educator workshop “Engaging Students with Agricultural Education” on October 1st at The Environmental Center in Bend! Come learn how you can bring your classroom to life with agricultural education. You’ll take home a variety of curricula, resources, and optional…
$65 – $75
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Join the Coalition for the Deschutes (CFD) for a water-based exploration of the Old Mill District. Discover the river with geologist Dr. Daniele McKay. Daniele will shed light on Central Oregon's volcanic tantrums of the past and how the Deschutes River and its watershed have responded to eruptions, lava flows, and other geologic events. Daniele,…
$65 – $75
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You can benefit from innovation! Discover how you can join the thousands who are already benefiting from clean energy. Valuable content for individuals, businesses, (including nonprofits) and government employees. Whether you're an individual, business, or member of government, there will be information at the conference to help you Go Clean Energy.
$65 – $75
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…
$65 – $75
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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…
$11 – $17
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…
$11 – $17
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Join KPOV for a night of singing and dancing (yeah baby!) to The Beatles. Showcasing 6 awesome Bend bands; singalong to your favs like 'Here Comes the Sun' and 'Yellow Submarine'. A unique event not to be missed. This is a fundraiser for KPOV - doors open at 6, show at 7:00pm.
$65 – $75
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Join us in the garden to help with fall garden projects and some winterization work. We will have coffee, juice and snacks on hand. Tools provided, family friendly. This will also be an opportunity to pick up garden bulbs ordered with our Fall Garden Bulb Fundraiser.
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An enlightening documentary about the ecological importance of beavers Join ONDA, Think Wild, and Worthy Brewing for a viewing of the award-winning documentary "Beaver Believers", a film by Sarah Koenigsberg. After the film, there will be a discussion on the history of beavers and their place in Oregon ecology, as well as the work being…
$65 – $75
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This Power Hour will highlight why ADUs are a key answer to energy efficient living and how to get your own project started. Thanks to our host, GreenSavers (the event will be The Environmental Center but is hosted by GreenSavers).
$65 – $75
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Join us for appetizers, beverages, and the latest on rebates, credits and incentives on electric vehicles; view some EVs, talk with the owners, and enter the raffle to win a Black Bear Diner gift card! 350 Deschutes, the COCC Sustainability Committee and Central Oregon Community College would like to invite you to join us for… |
1 event,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…
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Fleets of NASA satellites capture images and data about Earth’s ocean, land and atmosphere. But can humans act on the powerful information we learn from them? Join oceanographer, educator and former NASA science administrator Michael Freilich to learn about the spaceborne tools that monitor our planet — from as far as a million miles away…
$65 – $75
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Learn about the biology, life cycle, habitat needs, protein and nectar needs of mason bees. Learn about the tools anyone can use to increase the local population of mason bees around a desired site. View a display collection of some of the many species of mason bees we have in Central Oregon/Oregon. Bring your questions…
$65 – $75
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In his truth-telling style, Canadian environmentalist David Suzuki talks Climate, capitalism, curbing growth, and where we’re headed as a species. Life creates the very things we need to survive, and our responsibility should be to protect those things—the foundation of the way we live. We don’t know enough to say it’s too late—you’ve always got…
$65 – $75
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Mark your calendars to shop at Whole Foods Market on October 17th to support school gardens across Oregon! Whole Foods has designated the Oregon Farm to School & School Garden Network as the beneficiary for 5% of sales at ALL stores in Oregon on October 17th! As the Central Oregon Regional School Garden Education Hub,… 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…
$65 – $75
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Join OLCV, members of the Climate Action Steering Committee – Laurel Hamilton, Eric Duea, and Jamie Klopp – and City of Bend senior management analyst, Cassie Lacy, to learn about the climate action plan. Find out how the plan will help reduce GHG emissions and fossil fuel use, ask questions, and find out how you can ensure that our community moves forward with this important work.
$65 – $75
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Make this a family night out. We’ll provide outdoor games and crafts for children ages 4 and up during the film and panel. 4:30-5:00 Arrival, food and beer for sale 5:00-6:00 Film Screening (36 minutes) followed by panel discussion / Outdoor games and crafts for children ages 4 and up 6:00-6:30 Networking and resources Tickets…
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Beginner's Beekeeping Class in Central Oregon! (FRIDAY) FIRST SESSION -18 Oct 2019, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Will cover the honey bee biology you need to know. (SATURDAY) SECOND SESSION…
$20.00
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What happens to your garbage after the big truck picks it up? AAUW (the American Association of University Women), is inviting the public to this event, at which Chad Centola will speak. Centola, Operations Manager for the County Department of Solid Waste, will explain current landfill operations, such as recycling and composting, and will present…
$65 – $75
Beginner's Beekeeping Class in Central Oregon! (FRIDAY) FIRST SESSION -18 Oct 2019, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Will cover the honey bee biology you need to know. (SATURDAY) SECOND SESSION…
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Local volunteers will help repair your broken stuff - for FREE! Has your blender lost its whirl? Hole in your favorite jeans? Broken clasp on your best bracelet? Bring us… |
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Through outreach and research, the BCD Initiative has uncovered the existing beauty, diversity, culture, history, and people that make the BCD unique. They want to showcase that work and get your feedback on ideas to re imagine this area as a place that promotes people’s health, happiness, and well-being. BCD Initiative welcomes you and your…
$65 – $75
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Join River Restoration Northwest in celebrating our watersheds at the sixth annual Stories Of Our Watersheds film event at the McMenamins Old St. Francis School! Stories of Our Watersheds is a series of short films that celebrate the different ways we experience, sustain and celebrate our river systems throughout the Pacific NW and beyond. For…
$65 – $75
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The National Wilderness Stewardship Alliance and the Society of Wilderness Stewardship, in partnership with the U. S. Forest Service, the Bureau of Land Management, Bend Parks and Recreation, the Oregon Natural Desert Association, and a host of local partners, are pleased to announce the upcoming National Wilderness Workshop. The workshop will take place in the Hampton…
$65 – $75
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Join panelists for a discussion of the Habitat Conservation Plan for endangered species, water conservation and irrigation modernization, and community engagement in crafting a future for the Deschutes that meets the needs of fish, farms, and families.
$65 – $75
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2 events,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…
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Utah's outstanding and unique public lands, including its National Monuments, National Parks and current and proposed wilderness areas are ground zero for current attacks on public lands. Learn what is happening, why it is happening, how what happens in Utah affects public lands in Oregon, and, how folks are fighting back through award winning documentary…
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What can Indigenous Cultures Teach the Broader Public about Coping with the Climate Crisis?
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Kari Marie Norgaard will share her learnings from nearly two decades of working with the Karuk tribe in Northern California’s Klamath Siskiyou region. Her new book, Salmon and Acorns Feed Our People: Colonialism, Nature and Social Action, describes the relevance of Indigenous fire science, and ethics of responsibilities for the broader public at this moment in time. What…
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Dr. Amy Harper, Anthropology Professor at COCC discusses "Food is What Connects Us: Immigration, Community & Activism at the Dinner Table Much of the media coverage on global events today focuses on what divides us. Increasingly the rhetoric has become one of exclusion and protectionism. By focusing on a case study of neighborhood activists in…
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Join LandWatch at Worthy Brewing to hear from Tod Heisler, Rivers Conservation Program Director, to learn about the threats to the Deschutes River Basin, the solutions proposed by the irrigation districts, and what we can all do to preserve the River for the next 30 years and beyond.
$65 – $75
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Please RSVP in advance! RSVP HERE Join us on Wednesday, October 30th to learn about the Clean Energy Jobs Bill (HB 2020) and Bend’s Community Climate Action Plan (CCAP) and hear from local climate advocates and POW (Protect Our Winters) athletes. We are at a critical juncture with climate policies that can establish leadership on climate solutions at the state…
$65 – $75
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1 event,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…
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Celebrate the release of ONDA’s 2020 Wild Desert Calendar at the Deschutes Brewery Public House in Bend. Meet the photographers featured in this year’s calendar and enjoy a First Friday filled with food, drink, and stunning conservation photography from local artists and community members. This event is free and open to all, so invite a…
$65 – $75
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