Wilderness 50th Celebration Week in Eugene, August 30 – September 7, 2014
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, BendSutton Mountain Wilderness Monitoring Trip
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, BendWeek of Events
Wilderness 50th Celebration Week in Eugene, August 30 – September 7, 2014
Wilderness 50th Celebration Week in Eugene, August 30 - September 7, 2014 Take a hike, relax with a movie, hoist a brew, and get inspired as you celebrate Wilderness Chandra LeGue 541-344-0675 cl@oregonwild.org Eugene, OR | 8.19.14 Events and activities celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act are planned in Eugene during the week surrounding…
Sutton Mountain Wilderness Monitoring Trip
The Oregon Natural Desert Association has openings for a few more volunteers to join for the Sutton Mountain Wilderness Monitoring Trip September 4-7. In 2013 ONDA signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Prineville District of the BLM to help with the monitoring and restoration of Wilderness and Wilderness Study Areas. As part of this partnership,…
Spring Creek Bird Walk
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Bill Mitchell for a bird walk along Spring Creek near the Metolius River. This beautiful, privately-owned property includes wetland habitat, quaking aspens, mixed conifer forests, and outstanding habitat for wildlife including sensitive bird species. Registration opens 1 month prior to the event. Registration is required. Learn more about our…
Making Compost-3 on KPOV 88.9FM
Listen in to KPOV 88.9FM for the third discussion in the "Making Compost" series of Gardening: Get Good At It. For more information, visit the Central Oregon Master Gardeners Association website.
Steens Mountain Backcountry Fence Pull
The Oregon Natural Desert Association has openings for a few more volunteers to join for the Steens Mountain Backcountry Fence Pull Trip September 9-14. This giant fault block Mountain, nearly 10,000 feet high, carved by glaciers, and covered by wildflowers elicits terms such as "gem", "jewel", and "iconic". ONDA has been helping pull obsolete fence out…
The Wonderlands of Oregon’s Wildernesses
We’ll be treated to views of Oregon’s Very Special Places through George Wuerthner’s photographs and stories of personal adventures, in honor of the 50thAnniversary of the Wilderness Act. 6:30 gathering and snacks, 7:00 program.
Wednesday Birders in Prineville
Join local birders every Wednesday for birding trips in Central Oregon. Meet at 7:00 AM at Nancy P’s at 1054 Milwaukee in Bend. The group car pools, sharing expenses for gas, and taking turns driving. Plans may vary due to weather or rare birds spotted prior to the meeting. To keep up to date on…
Living with Wildfire Presentation
Living with Wildfire: a Presentation by George Wuerthner In light of this year's dramatic fire season, ecologist, writer, and photographer, George Wuerthner will speak about wildfire ecology, and how communities can be prepared for large, uncontrolled wildfire like Washington's Carlton Complex blaze. George is the author of 35 books about national parks, wilderness areas, mountain ranges,…
Thomas Preserve Paddle
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Sarah Mowry for a guided paddle to the Thomas Preserve. We’ll float a section of the upper Deschutes to visit this unique island Preserve for a picnic lunch. You bring your boat and we’ll provide the shuttle. Registration opens 1 month prior to the event. Registration is required. See…
Project Connect
The 8th annual Project Connect is a one-day event that offers free services to those who are struggling to make ends meet or experiencing homelessness in Central Oregon. For more information contact Volunteer Connect: (541) 385-8977 info@projectconnectco.org
Fairy Houses Metolius Preserve
Help your little one explore outside with a little bit of whimsy! Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Kelly Madden at the Metolius Preserve to build your own fairy house. Use materials found in the forest, create your own small fairy abode and imagine the fairies the might come visit. Build confidence exploring and enjoying…
Second Saturday Weed Warriors
Join this regular group of outdoor lovers and Land Trust friends to fight invasive species at a Land Trust protected lands. Work begins around 9am and includes an hour break for a brown bag lunch and socializing. Come for the whole day or just part. Locations vary but depend on where the Warrior force is…