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Join Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory for a family storytime with an appearance by a live animal guest. Pre-registration is required and storytimes are limited to four families (up to five people per family). Masks are required (ages 3+). Please bring a blanket or towel to sit on. Check in for storytime at the nature…
$65 – $75
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Join our friends at Friends of Family Farmers for their virtual Farmer Chat to talk about farmers’ roles at the intersection of food justice and racial justice. Many of us in FoFF’s network grow food as an act of resistance. Whether it is to combat the industrialization of our food system, to bring healthy, wholesome…
$65 – $75
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Join Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory for a family storytime with an appearance by a live animal guest. Pre-registration is required and storytimes are limited to four families (up to five people per family). Masks are required (ages 3+). Please bring a blanket or towel to sit on. Check in for storytime at the nature…
$65 – $75
Our Garden Team has kicked off Happy Hour in the Garden. Join us every Tuesday, 4-6pm, through September 1st. Here are our new COVID-10 guidelines, which we also have posted on our task board in the garden. Volunteering in the Garden COVID Guidelines: There will be a maximum of 8 volunteers (we do not have an…
$65 – $75
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If you haven’t had a chance to meet Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory newest animal ambassador, join for a twilight talk outdoors featuring the owlet. You’ll hear from SNCO's animal care team all about how the owl came to live at the nature center and what it takes to raise a baby owl. This program…
$65 – $75
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This webinar is all about taking action for Oregon's wildlife and wild lands!
$65 – $75
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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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Each quarter OSU-Cascades Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is hosting a 12-week book discussion group. These weekly conversations are designed to be drop-in and are open to OSU-Cascades students, staff and faculty as well as community members. This summer, we’re reading Ijeoma Oluo’s “So You Want to Talk About Race.” Meeting and reading schedule…
$65 – $75
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Joing Worthy Brewing in celebrating its solidarity with all of the patriots who have peacefully protested against police brutality in a night of music and advocacy on its famed “Drink up Dream on” stage, featuring philosopher-poet MOsley WOtta and Rep. Peter DeFazio. The music begins at 6 pm. Admission as is free, but guests will be…
$65 – $75
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If you haven’t had a chance to meet Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory newest animal ambassador, join for a twilight talk outdoors featuring the owlet. You’ll hear from SNCO's animal care team all about how the owl came to live at the nature center and what it takes to raise a baby owl. This program…
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Join FAO North America for a timely panel discussion on the film Gather, which shows an intimate portrait of the growing movement amongst Native Americans to reclaim their food sovereignty. The discussion will feature insights from the film director and featured Indigenous figures from the film. Panelists will share their insights on the timely and critical nature of Indigenous peoples' knowledge, languages, cultures, innovation, and leadership as Native communities build up their traditional food systems across North America.
$65 – $75
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In December 2019, the City Council adopted the Community Climate Action Plan. It's Vision: "Neighbors businesses, and community leaders working together to preserve our natural environment while promoting economic opportunity and resilience for current and future generations." Join for this important discussion about how our future City Councilors can turn this vision into reality.
$65 – $75
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Join Oregon Wild for a conversation with three trailblazers paving the way for representation, growth, and connection in the outdoors and outdoor industry. Tune in for this forward-looking conversation about opportunities in the outdoors and learn what these mavericks are up to!
$65 – $75
Join members of the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory team as they share their passion for science through a series of engaging twilight talks throughout the fall. Talks will take place outdoors in the amphitheater and a different topic will be presented each night. Questions are always welcome and lively discussion is encouraged! SNCO Members…
$65 – $75
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If trees tie us to our historical roots, then Oregon’s history is long and rich. Join historian Nate Pedersen as he shares the compelling stories behind some of Oregon’s growing collection of state-recognized heritage trees. Pedersen is a librarian, writer, and historian in Portland, Oregon. He is a former member of the Oregon Heritage Trees…
$65 – $75
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Join JPL/NASA Solar System Ambassador Ian Sherman for a detailed look at Jupiter. Ian’s passion for Jupiter will give you new insight into the wonders and mysteries of this mighty planet.
$65 – $75
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Dr. Gregory Cajete, PhD is Professor Emeritus and former Director of the Native American Studies program at the University of New Mexico. He is a renowned author and artist from Santa Clara Pueblo, New Mexico. He has pioneered reconciling Indigenous perspectives in science with a western academic setting. His focus is on teaching culturally based…
$65 – $75
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OUT Central Oregon is happy to announce High Desert Pride 2020 – a celebration of Pride in the diversity of our LGBTQ+ community and allies. Expanding on 15 years of celebrating Central Oregon Pride, presented by Human Dignity Coalition, OUT Central Oregon brings High Desert Pride 2020 to Bend with new energy, focus, and commitment.…
$65 – $75
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Join Bend Chamber for part three in their education and childcare series as they dig into the plans for implementing classes at OSU-Cascades and COCC during the COVID-19 pandemic. What adjustments will students and professors need to make? How will the workforce pipeline be impacted. Presenters, Dr. Becky Johnson of OSU-Cascades and Dr. Laurie Chesley…
$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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Join OLCV's (Virtual) Annual Celebration for the Environment. Hear from Senator Jeff Merkley, Governor Kate Brown, and State Senator and OLCV-endorsed candidate for Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan. Enter a raffle to win one of five $1000 Vacasa gift certificates and stay at one of their 25,000+ properties in Oregon, the US, and around…
$65 – $75
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These 30k and 100k races will take place on the Wanoga trails network and nearby forest roads. Timberjack donates part of the registration fees to Central Oregon Trail Alliance as a way to give-back to the trails we all enjoy, that COTA maintains.
$65 – $75
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Enjoy free admission for the entire family during SNCO’s yearly spring Open House. Come see why Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory remains a Central Oregon destination for discovery and fun. Admission is waived for day-time admission (10am – 4pm) only. Carpooling and biking is strongly recommended as parking is limited.
$65 – $75
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Join this powerful Day of Action and solidarity featuring some of Oregon’s amazing *BIPOC leaders. The Census deadline is on September 30th and Oregon’s Black, Indigenous, Latinx, rural, and immigrant communities still need to be fully counted. The Census is about representation, and creating a powerful future that includes all of us.
$65 – $75
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Join members of the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory team as they share their passion for science through a series of engaging twilight talks throughout the fall. Talks will take place outdoors in the amphitheater and a different topic will be presented each night. Questions are always welcome and lively discussion is encouraged! SNCO Members…
$65 – $75
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Honey bees have spent the entire summer buzzing around collecting nectar. What happens next? Join Nature Center Manager and resident beekeeper Amanda Accamando to learn all about how honey is made and how bees survive during a long Central Oregon winter.
$65 – $75
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Join FoFF for a continuation of the conversations they've been hosting at their bi-monthly virtual Farmer Chats: Food and Racial Justice. FoFF will explore some of the emergent themes from previous talks including land access, equitable treatment in government programs and services to help farmers, building your local community, and the possibility of a statewide…
$65 – $75
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Crisis management became front and center for Arlene Burns when an oil train derailed in Mosier, Oregon. Arlene will discuss how she transformed a major incident into a positive future for her tiny town of Mosier, caught in the cross hairs of fossil fuel infrastructure development. These same lessons of creative problem solving apply to…
$65 – $75
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Join Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory for the first session in their Living with Wildlife Series where they'll explore how closely pollinators are tied to our lives through food and take an in-depth look at the current environmental issues threatening pollinator health and diversity. You'll come away with some ideas and resources on how to…
$65 – $75
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Environmental Justice Pathways next webinar is "The Right to a Healthy Workplace" This webinar will shed light on the intersections between environmental degradation and unhealthy working conditions experienced by frontline communities. Impacts are unique due to the type of work, place, ability, access, nationality, and race and the application of workplace safety protocols. We will…
$65 – $75
Join members of the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory team as they share their passion for science through a series of engaging twilight talks throughout the fall. Talks will take place outdoors in the amphitheater and a different topic will be presented each night. Questions are always welcome and lively discussion is encouraged! SNCO Members…
$65 – $75
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The 20th Annual Green Tour Goes Virtual! Save the date for a week and a half of inspiration and real-world solutions. Full event line-up coming soon. Sign up to get the full list when it's released. Now more than ever, locally and globally, we need enhanced environmental stewardship, affordability, health, comfort, and durability associated with…
$65 – $75
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High-performance home advocates couldn’t be more passionate. Sharing that passion has always proven difficult because the benefits of high-performance homes are invisible to most consumers. This conversation is too important and too easy not to get right.
$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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Join our community for a peaceful march in solidarity with Black Lives Matter! Let’s make it known that hate and racism have no place in our communities or local law enforcement! Water and snacks will be provided. Please wear a mask and practice physical distance.
$65 – $75
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Join members of the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory team as they share their passion for science through a series of engaging twilight talks throughout the fall. Talks will take place outdoors in the amphitheater and a different topic will be presented each night. Questions are always welcome and lively discussion is encouraged! SNCO Members…
$65 – $75
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Electric vehicles and solar are the perfect combination for zero-emission and cost-effective driving. Going solar and switching to an electric car are great moves on their own. In this sanel we will explore how doing both can be even better. It's like chocolate and peanut butter, they are made for each other! Join our panelists…
$65 – $75
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This is panel second of seven panel discussions exploring topics related to and sites on the 2020 Green Tour. Visit the full schedule here. Our current housing stock has the potential to be more efficient, healthier, and more comfortable. Here’s how to do it. Register here An energy efficient home does not just refer to…
$65 – $75
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Oregon’s hiking guru will take you on a slideshow tour of a dozen new trails he found while researching the third edition of his book, “100 Hikes/Travel Guide: Eastern Oregon.” Hear about a colorful badlands on the Owyhee River, a stunning wilderness with cactus flowers on the John Day, and a viewpoint hike to a…
$65 – $75
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Oregon’s hiking expert will take you on a slideshow tour of a dozen new trails he found while researching the third edition of his book, “100 Hikes/Travel Guide: Eastern Oregon.” Hear about a colorful badlands on the Owyhee River, a stunning wilderness with cactus flowers on the John Day, and a viewpoint hike to a…
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This is the third of seven panel discussions exploring topics related to and sites on the 2020 Green Tour. Visit the full schedule here. Zero energy homes are more durable, have healthier indoor air quality, and have substantially lower lifetime costs of ownership. Here’s how to get there. REGISTER HERE How do we build better…
$65 – $75
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This is the fourth of seven panel discussions exploring topics related to and sites on the 2020 Green Tour. Visit the full schedule here. Get the scoop on how and why this affordable housing organization is building zero energy homes. If they can do it—can you? REGISTER HERE Kôr Community Land Trust was founded in…
$65 – $75
Join members of the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory team as they share their passion for science through a series of engaging twilight talks throughout the fall. Talks will take place outdoors in the amphitheater and a different topic will be presented each night. Questions are always welcome and lively discussion is encouraged! SNCO Members…
$65 – $75
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The fires that broke out and spread across nearly 1 million acres of western Oregon this month are terrifying and devastating. We know from forest research and history that western Oregon's forest ecosystems naturally burn. But a century of fire suppression, logging, development, and climate change, combined with weather conditions that drove the fires into…
$65 – $75
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This is the fifth of seven panel discussions exploring topics related to sites on the 2020 Green Tour. Visit the full schedule here. Whether you're building a new home or embarking on a DIY remodel, waste reduction and recycling can be incorporated into your projects. REGISTER HERE When it comes to building a green home,…
$65 – $75
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Election season is upon us with candidates running to represent Bendites at City Council. The Bend Chamber of Commerce is excited to host, in partnership with Miller Lumber and SunWest Builders, this forum to introduce the candidates to the community and learn more about their policy platforms. Hear from these candidates for Bend City Council:…
$65 – $75
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This is the sixth of seven panel discussions exploring topics related to and sites on the 2020 Green Tour. Visit the full schedule here. Accessory Dwelling Units are popping all over Bend--here's our take on why they are important and how you can get started. REGISTER HERE We have a housing problem in Central Oregon.…
$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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Join the Deschutes Land Trust for a panel discussion with local leaders working to create more inclusive and equitable outdoor spaces in Central Oregon. We’ll learn from panelists' personal outdoor experiences in Central Oregon, connect with local organizations working to create more equity outdoors, and discuss how we can all play a part in fostering…
$65 – $75
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Tour The Environmental Center’s Learning & Demonstration Garden with chalkboard education in both Spanish and English.
$65 – $75
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Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Daniele McKay for a geology hike at Aspen Hollow Preserve. Start at the top of the canyon with views of the Three Sisters and learn about the volcanic forces that formed Central Oregon. Then, hike down into the canyon formed by Whychus Creek and check out some amazing columnar…
$65 – $75
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Visit Kor's Site in-person! You must register to reserve your spot because they will cap the number of people that can visit for each 1/2-hour spot.
$65 – $75
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Join members of the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory team as they share their passion for science through a series of engaging twilight talks throughout the fall. Talks will take place outdoors in the amphitheater and a different topic will be presented each night. Questions are always welcome and lively discussion is encouraged! SNCO Members…
$65 – $75
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9 events,
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Why we need an Everything Strategy: Oregon Climate Plan Benefits . ENROADS Policy Tool as a tool for education and engagement.
$65 – $75
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Benefits of Efficient Energy Wise Homes for Builders, buyers, Homeowners Financing, Appraising, Why Home Energy Score Programs Make it Happen Sandra K Adomatis, SRA, LEED Green Associate, NAR GREEN Sandra is a national speaker on valuing high-performance features. Her background as an active real estate appraiser, realtor, instructor, and course developer brings insightful dialogue to…
$65 – $75
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Join FoFF for a continuation of the conversations they've been hosting at their bi-monthly virtual Farmer Chats: Food and Racial Justice. FoFF will explore some of the emergent themes from previous talks including land access, equitable treatment in government programs and services to help farmers, building your local community, and the possibility of a statewide…
$65 – $75
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Jeff German, National Car Charging: Commercial, Government and Individual Applications Emobility: EV Chargers and you. Brief history of EV Charging, How to select the best chargers for your home, business, long distance travel, and government applications. Jeff will include a topline view of feasibility studies, fleet management, and transit applications. Sterling McCord, Bend Electric Bikes…
$65 – $75
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Election season is upon us with candidates running to represent Bendites on the Deschutes County Commission. The Bend Chamber of Commerce is hosting, in partnership with Miller Lumber and SunWest Builders, this forum to introduce the candidates to the community and learn more about their policy platforms. Candidates scheduled to appear: -Phil Henderson -Phil Chang…
$65 – $75
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Kim Curley, Community Engagement Coordinator for Commute Options Partner (COP) program. How and Why to get your group or business enrolled. How to reward your employees for trips on any of 45 Transportation Options trips logged on Get There, the place for carpool matches, transit info and trip logging. Emma Geurts, Responsibility Committee at The…
$65 – $75
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Leave it to Beavers! Join Deschutes Land Trust and Jen Zalewski to learn all about the industrious beavers that call Central Oregon's streams and waterways home. During this talk, you'll learn about beavers, the role they play in the natural world, how the Land Trust has been using beaver-inspired restoration techniques, and why we think beavers…
$65 – $75
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Solar Oregon is hosting this special webinar on the basics of solar. Solar Oregon will answer your questions about how solar works, share information about incentives available, and help you take the first step to adding solar on your home or business. In addition, you get the chance to briefly talk about how the combination…
$65 – $75
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A common frustration for every small, sustainable farmer in or entering food production is the reckoning between low wages and long hours and the high cost of food that is unobtainable by those most in need in our community or even themselves. Hear from Black, Indigenous, and Farmers of Color who’ve come up with creative…
$65 – $75
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John Wasiutynski, Director, Multnomah County Office of Sustainability Silvia Tanner, Senior Sustainability Analyst, Multnomah County CPACE: Financing Commercial Building Performance and Resilience: Now operative in more than 34 states and cities, CPACE , Commercial Property Assisted Clean Energy, is now available in Oregon, Multnomah County, and could be coming to other cities and counties. CPACE,…
$65 – $75
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Why businesses need Sustainability Individual and Corporate level of Responsibility Moderator: Gillian Ockner DR CB Bhattacharya, Graduate School of Business, University of Pittsburgh, world renowned expert on sustainability and author of Small Actions, Big Difference, discusses how companies listed in his book have increased firm value by using intangible assets like reputation, sustainability, and corporate…
$65 – $75
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Solar Within Reach: Affordable Homes. MIcrogrids and Resiliency for Government and Business
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Parkway Village Project Joe Mazzarella, Sunlight Solar Jacob Clark, Habitat for Humanity Curious about how to afford solar and/or energy efficiency? A new program through Energy Trust of Oregon offers opportunities for individuals and builders. Learn how these incentives were used to build a Net Zero Energy subdivision in SunRiver, OR. Installed equipment lowered energy…
$65 – $75
Join members of the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory team as they share their passion for science through a series of engaging twilight talks throughout the fall. Talks will take place outdoors in the amphitheater and a different topic will be presented each night. Questions are always welcome and lively discussion is encouraged! SNCO Members…
$65 – $75
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Our Green Drinks event is going for a ride! We're partnering with Commute Options on Thursday, October 1st to provide resources and fun tips all day about getting around Central Oregon by foot, mobility device, bike, scooters, skateboards and cars. Play along to win prizes!
$65 – $75
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Why electrify? Health, comfort, cost, and climate. Sneha and Leah will share findings from Rocky Mountain Institute’s research and analyses demonstrating building electrification benefits. They will also share why efficiency and load flexibility are important. A menu of recommendations for cities and states will be discussed. This will include case studies, such as incentive programs,…
$65 – $75
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Donald MacOdrum, TRC Companies, Energy Trust of Oregon trade ally Hiatus Homes, Jesse Russell Perry Brooks, NZ Development Whats it like building a net zero energy home? Hear from these trailblazing builders and their experiences in building homes that are good for the planet as well as their buyers. They will also discuss how they…
$65 – $75
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Make Your Voice Heard! We need your help protecting the Oregon Climate Action Plan (OCAP) from the fossil fuel industry! In two weeks, join Oregon League of Conservation Voters for a virtual town hall hosted by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, and speak up in support of a strong climate action plan! Sign up…
$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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The Eugene Environmental Film Festival will be live from this Friday, Oct. 2nd through Oct. 11th. This year the festival is free and open to a global audience! Journey and be witness to diverse cultures, traditions, species, beauty, adventure, ecosystems, sustainable practices, and resistance efforts to protect our planet. Envision a world that honors and celebrates voices, perspectives, experiences,…
$65 – $75
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Procurement of Renewable Energy Yuning Liu, Rocky Mountain Institute Wrap up: Clean Energy & Efficiency: Benefits, Jobs, and Prosperity Phil Chang, Deschutes County Commissioner Candidate
$65 – $75
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Oregon Natural Desert Association presents the Wild & Scenic Film Festival! Join for an evening of short films showcasing our earth’s natural wonders and the amazing stories of activists working to conserve the environment. The event is fully virtual this year. Enjoy the Wild & Scenic Film Festival, screened in HD, from the comfort of your… |
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ONDA is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Oregon’s first desert wilderness with #SteensWeek, a series of online events and activations starting on October 3 and running through October 9.
$65 – $75
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Save the date for the 6th annual Sunriver Mushroom Show. Celebrate and learn about Oregon’s mushrooms through mushroom walks, cooking demonstrations, and hundreds of mushrooms on display. Stock up on fresh mushrooms and other edible mushroom products and check out local artists and vendors.
$65 – $75
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