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SUMMARY:Chimney Rock Family Nature Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Grab the kids and join author Wendy Gorton for a hike through a juniper doorway\, catch views of the Crooked River\, holler down below at Echo Bench\, and feel the satisfaction of making it all the way up to Chimney Rock. Mini scavenger hunt sheets will be handed out as families join Wendy to spot species\, draw in a nature journal\, and play a few fun games while hiking to the top of Chimney Rock. A free copy of “50 Hikes with Kids: Oregon and Washington” will be raffled at the end of the hike. \nDifficulty: Moderate – At 2.8 miles out and back\, 566 feet elevation gain\, this is considered a challenging hike for little ones but very do-able with plenty of stops and water! \nChimney Rock is about a 35 drive east of Bend. Hikers will meet at ONDA’s Bend office.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/chimney-rock-family-nature-adventure/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180610
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SUMMARY:Kids' Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Mary Yanalcanlin of East Cascades Audubon Society for a bird walk just for kids! Wander around Hindman Springs looking for birds and nests while learning about bird behavior and habitat. Explore the changing of the seasons as birds prepare for summer. Perfect for kids ages 4-10 with a grown-up in tow. \nHike Rating: This is an easy ~1 mile walk on a gravel trail for kids. \nFree. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/kids-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Women's Mountain Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Nancy Chaffee for a 6-8 mile beginning/intermediate mountain bike ride at the Metolius Preserve. Visit all three sections of the forested 1\,240-acre Metolius Preserve following singletrack trails and dirt roads. Along the way we’ll stop in various locations and talk about the many hidden qualities of the Preserve\, including its diverse plant and wildlife communities\, new trail system\, and other interesting tidbits. \nRide Rating: This is a beginner/intermediate\, 6-8 mile mountain bike ride on dirt roads and trails. You should be comfortable riding singletrack\, but be ready for fun stops to smell the roses. Riders should be able to ride over loose gravel and small obstacles in the trail such as roots and vegetation. This ride does not take place on smooth\, well-packed trails. It is a mix of logging roads and trails with some climbs and descents. \nFree. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/womens-mountain-bike-ride/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180611
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SUMMARY:LandWatch Spring Hike
DESCRIPTION:LandWatch is excited to offer a series of spring walks to some of the most spectacular field sites in Central Oregon as part of our Rivers & Springs program. These trips include beautiful springs\, pristine riparian corridors\, and dramatic stream and river confluences. We will explore some of the region’s fascinating hydrology\, including the connection between ground water and surface springs\, while engaging in restorative walks\, including guided reflection on our connection to the natural environment. \nJoin us for this walk around Fall River Springs\, Big Tree/Dead Slough\, and the confluence of the Fall River with the Upper Deschutes River. \n\nSunday\, June 10\, 10:00am to 3:00pm\nEasy\, mostly level trail\nForested and shady to open and (hopefully) sunny\nNote that the trail can get a little muddy\n\nHike leaders:\n\nNathan Hovekamp\, naturalist and LandWatch Wildlife Program Director\nJeff Perreault\, retired USGS hydrologist and LandWatch board member\n\nSuggested equipment: comfortable hiking shoes\, sack lunch\, plenty of water\, sunscreen\, binoculars\, and field guides. You will receive an email with more details closer to the date of the hike \n 
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/landwatch-spring-hike/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180612
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SUMMARY:Bend's Transportation Plan Open House
DESCRIPTION:Provide Input on the Future of Transportation in Bend\nFrom the City of Bend… \nBend is growing\, and with that growth comes more people who need to get to work school\, shopping\, social events\, and recreation. As we grow\, we need a transportation system that grows with us\, helping people get where they need to go while making it easier and safer to drive\, walk\, bike\, and take transit. \nThat’s why we’re working with residents and stakeholders to create Bend’s Transportation Plan\, a blueprint for a transportation system that will provide more options for getting around while protecting the quality of life that makes Bend a great place. Bend’s Transportation Plan will identify needed transportation projects and a strategy to fund them. \nAs we start to develop our plan\, we need to hear from you about the most important goals for improving how we get around\, and ideas for transportation projects to improve our major streets. \nChildren are welcome! Rather participate online? Go to www.bendoregon.gov/tsp between June 11 and July 6\, 2018 to review materials\, answer questions and leave comments on an interactive map.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/bends-transportation-plan-open-house/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Transportation
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180613
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour in the Garden
DESCRIPTION: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. \nContact Denise Rowcroft\, Garden Program Manager\, if you have any questions about getting involved. \n\nMarch 1 & 15 (March & April beer sponsored by Worthy Garden Club)\nApril 5 & 19\nMay 3 & 17 (May & June beer sponsored by Boneyard Beer)\nJune 7 & 21\n\nDue to summer trips\, please note that summer dates (July & August) are the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month! \n\nJuly 12 & 26 (July & August beer sponsored by Deschutes Brewery)\n*August 9 & 23* (Note\, this is the 2nd & 4th Tuesday\, rescheduled due to planned time off)\nSeptember 6 & 20 (Sept & Oct beer sponsored by 10 Barrel Brewing Co)\nOctober 4 & 18
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/happy-hour-in-the-garden-10-2022-05-03/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180613
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SUMMARY:What Wolves can tell us about the World's Health
DESCRIPTION:What Wolves can tell us about the World’s Health: How the Yellowstone Experiment Led to the Second Warning to Humanity: \nPresented by Dr. Bill Ripple\, Oregon State University\nFree Event @ Worthy Brewing’s Hop Mahal \nDr. Bill Ripple is a distinguished professor of ecology in the Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society at Oregon State University where he serves as the Director of the “Global Trophic Cascades Program”. His latest research involves studying the conservation of megafauna (large carnivores and large herbivores) around the world. To continue with the global environmental concerns of the scientists’ warning\, he has recently formed the “Alliance of World Scientists” which includes more than 14\,000 scientists from many different countries. \nDr. Ripple will present his work on how the far-reaching impacts of wolves are affecting the ecosystem in Yellowstone National Park. Ripple will illustrate how he transitioned from Yellowstone to other national parks in western North America and beyond to demonstrate both the benefits of large mammals and the costs of their demise. He will disclose how his conservation research and general concern about the global environment and climate change led to him writing the letter “World Scientists’ Warning to Humanity.” As a health check-up for planet Earth\, this letter has reached millions of people and is one of the most widely discussed and endorsed scientific articles of recent times.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/what-wolves-can-tell-us-about-the-worlds-health/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180614
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SUMMARY:Deschutes River Corridor Volunteer Weed Pull
DESCRIPTION:Join the Coalition and the Deschutes National Forest for a morning pulling invasive plants. We’ll start with an overview of logistics and safety protocols\, and talk about the what and why of pulling invasive plants. Participants will be required to sign a release waiver with the US Forest Service. \nWhy pull invasive weeds: \n\nNoxious weeds invade a variety of habitats including agriculture and wildlands such as the National Forest.\nThey displace and compete with native vegetation\, thus reducing wildlife forage\, erosion control\, and overall watershed health.\nThe Bend/Ft. Rock District of the Deschutes National Forest has documented approximately 2\,300 acres of infestations. Some of these infestations are in our favorite places to recreate.\nWe need your help with controlling noxious weeds so we can continue to enjoy these special places!
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/deschutes-river-corridor-volunteer-weed-pull/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180614
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SUMMARY:Power Hour: Community solar in Central Oregon
DESCRIPTION:RSVP HERE.\nJoin us at 5:00 to network and grab snacks and beer. The panel discussion will run from 5:30-6:30. The first 100 people in the door will receive a beer ticket. Other beverages will be available for purchase at the bar. \nOregonians overwhelmingly support solar energy\, but many face insurmountable obstacles to installing solar on their own rooftop\, such as shading\, roof capacity\, financing\, and not owning a home or living in an apartment. Community solar is an emerging model that reduces or eliminates many of these barriers. Community solar is defined as one or more solar photovoltaic energy systems that provide owners and subscribers the opportunity to share the costs and benefits associated with the generation of electricity. \nIn 2016\, the Oregon legislature passed Senate Bill 1547\, “Coal-to-Clean”\, placing Oregon among the few states with a community solar program. While some elements of the program are waiting to be defined\, community champions can and have begun to get predevelopment and feasibility underway. \nJoin us for this informative panel discussion and Q&A session to hear about community solar success stories in other states\, learn how the program is shaping up in Oregon\, and hear about projects that are getting started in other communities. \nThis will be an informative session for those who are interested in participating in the program whether for their residence\, business\, nonprofit or government building\, community members who want to help build momentum for a local project\, and/or those who are just curious to learn more! \nFollowing the panel\, the Worthy Garden Club Hopservatory will be open once the sun sets. \nPanelists will include: \n\nJon Miller\, Executive Director\, OSEIA (Oregon Solar Energy Industry Association)\nJaimes Valdez\, Policy Manager\, Spark Northwest\nBridget Callahan\, Energy Program Associate\, Sustainable Northwest\n\nThank you to our presenting sponsor for the Power Hour series\n \nThank you to our host and beverage sponsor \n\n \nThank you to our event partners \n\nPOWERpnw\nOSEIA (Oregon Solar Energy Industry Association\nSpark Northwest\nSustainable Northwest\n\nIf you’re interested in staying in the loop and getting an email a week before upcoming events\, you can join the Power Hour email list. Just be sure to check ‘Power Hour Events’ from the ‘I am interested in’ list.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/power-hour-community-solar-in-central-oregon/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate|Energy|Power Hours
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180615
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SUMMARY:Fir Trail Wander
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Carol Wall for a late spring walk at one of our flagship Preserves–the Metolius Preserve. Explore the South Trailhead portion of the Preserve and the beautiful new Fir Trails that take visitors into the middle section of the Preserve. Meander along Lake Creek and out into pine forest while learning about the natural and human history of the Preserve. Get to know our new trail system with an easy wander. \nHike Rating: This is an easy ~1 mile hike on trails. \nFree. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/fir-trail-wander/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180615
DTSTAMP:20260404T094403
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SUMMARY:Bend COTA Work Events
DESCRIPTION:When:  Thursday Aug 11\, Tuesday Aug 16\, Tuesday Aug 23 and Tuesday Aug 30\, 5:15 to Dusk \nWhere:  Meet at the old Ray’s parking lot\, NE corner of Simpson Ave and Century Drive in Bend \nWorksite:  Varies \nThere’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. \nPlease bring a hydration pack with water and a snack. \nBe sure to bring appropriate layers to accommodate whatever the weather may be. \nQuestions?  contact@cotamtb.com \nAll COTA trail work events require the following safety measures: \nAll participants are required to have the following protective clothing and equipment: \n\nSturdy shoes or boots\nGloves\nEye protection with clear or light colored lens\nLong pants\n\nDue to COTA’s insurance requirements and the inherent dangers of trail work\, we must implement the following policy regarding children at work events: \n\nFor 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.\nAll minors under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian available to sign our waiver.\n\nAnyone who arrives for a work event may be turned away if he/she cannot meet the above requirements.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/bend-cota-work-events-2016-08-11/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Saturday Bird Walks
DESCRIPTION:Join Tom Lawler\, expert local birder and nature photographer\, to discover the rich bird habitats of Sunriver. With Tom’s keen eye and guidance\, you will spot and learn to identify a variety of species found in the wetlands\, meadows\, and forests surrounding the Nature Center. Whether you are new to birding or an experienced birder\, there is always something exciting to see through your binoculars! \nEarly registration is strongly encouraged and participation is limited to 12 birders. Expect to walk approximately three to four miles along various trails. Please no strollers or dogs. Wear sturdy and water-resistant footwear and bring a bottle of water and a pair of binoculars with you. Bird walks are geared toward adults\, however children with a serious interest in birding are welcome with a parent/guardian.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/saturday-bird-walks-2/2018-06-16/
LOCATION:Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory\, 57245 River Rd\, Sunriver\, OR\, 97707\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180617
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SUMMARY:Women's Mountain Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Nancy Chaffee for a mellow 6-7 mile mountain bike ride in Skyline Forest. This ride is open to beginner/intermediate-level riders who want to explore the crowd-free riding of Skyline Forest at a mellow pace\, while learning about the potential trail network that could connect Bend and Sisters. From freshwater springs to historic lumber mills\, riders will experience firsthand why the Land Trust is working to protect Skyline Forest\, Bend’s backyard. \nRide Rating: This is a beginner/intermediate\, 6-7 mile mountain bike ride on old logging roads and some trails. You should be comfortable riding singletrack\, but be ready for fun stops to smell the roses. Be ready to ride over loose gravel and small obstacles in the trail on a mix of logging roads and trails with some climbs and descents. \nFree. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/womens-mountain-bike-ride-2/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180617
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SUMMARY:Let's Pull Together (Weed Pull)
DESCRIPTION:Bring your weeding tool of choice\, your friends\, and family\, and join in! Sites are family friendly for children of all ages and for all physical ability levels. Mobile/Walking groups will depart the meet-at location after orientation \n9:00 a.m. Meet us at our weed pull locations and our site coordinators and noxious weed experts will assist you in identifying native plants and noxious weeds. \n\nLocations:\n1. Pilot Butte State Park\, groups will work the base and hiking trails\n2. Northwest Crossing: Miller Elementary School\n3. Along the beautiful Deschutes River in the Old Mill District Mobile group meeting at the west side of the footbridge in the Old Mill District (Google Map “Let’s Pull Together”)\n4. Highland Elementary School (Green Up Day event – Debris Collection Only)\n5. Marshall High School (Green Up Day event – Debris Collection Only) \n11:45 a.m. Clean up and head to festivities!\nFestivities at High Noon: Free for all our volunteers! Join us for lunch\, beverages\, prizes\, entertainment and much more at the Westside Venue in the Old Mill District (On the west side of the footbridge along the river). By vehicle; enter parking area immediately west of the Columbia Street bridge. By bicycle or foot; along the trails at the OMD footbridge.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/lets-pull-together-2/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180617
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SUMMARY:Bend Trail Love Spring - Trail Work Day
DESCRIPTION:This is COTA’s big dig trail workday! \nJoin them for a large work day focused on new trail construction. We will be doing finish work behind the machines on Ticket to Ride along the 4604 road closing that loop and adding another 1.5+ of trail. Work will include: raking out spoils\, some limited rock work\, working on dialing in turns\, trail tread raking and compaction. We will also be working on the COD relocation and that project will involve hand benching\, rock work\, and general fun stuff on this new section of Black Diamond trail. \nAfter party at LOGE Basecamp Entrada. \nPlease bring: water\, snacks and lunch\, sunscreen\, long pants\, good sturdy footwear\, work gloves\, and glasses to protect your eyes. Bring a helmet if you have one. COTA will supply helmets and any other needed PPE (personal protection equipment) that you forget. Coffee and light snacks provided in the AM and of course the after party will have food\, beer\, kombucha and other beverages.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/bend-trail-love-spring-trail-work-day/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180617
DTSTAMP:20260404T094403
CREATED:20180531T050649Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime Stroll: Be a Nature Detective
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Laurie Danahy for a children’s storytime stroll through the Metolius Preserve. We’ll share nature-based books and become nature detectives\, discovering how rocks\, plants and animals tell their own stories. Who left those tracks? Where did these pine cones come from? What’s that sound? Perfect for kids ages 4-8 with a grown-up in tow. \nHike Rating: This is an easy ~1-2 mile walk on established trails for kids. \nFree. Please register online at www.deschuteslandtrust.org/hikes
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/storytime-stroll-be-a-nature-detective/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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