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SUMMARY:Oregon Drive Less Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Discover healthy\, green travel options for work\, school\, errands\, and play—join the Oregon Drive Less Challenge Oct. 1-15! Burn calories instead of gas by biking to work\, or walking to the store. Divide the ride and the cost by carpooling or vanpooling. Take the bus and let someone else do the driving so you can listen to music\, or read that page-turning book. Then log your trips at DriveLessConnect.com to win weekly and grand prizes! Over 55 prizes will be awarded.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/oregon-drive-less-challenge-2/
CATEGORIES:Transportation
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181010
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SUMMARY:Waste & Materials Working Group Meeting – Community Climate Action Plan
DESCRIPTION:The Climate Action Steering Committee (CASC) is working on a Community Climate Action Plan to implement the policy direction established by Council resolution in 2016. The Community Climate Action Plan goals are to establish a roadmap for the community to achieve fossil fuel use reductions of 40% by 2030 and 70% by 2050. Development of the Community Climate Action Plan calls for participation by the entire community. The goals are set\, but how we get there is still being decided. We need community members and organizations to help us figure out how to do this for Bend. \nThe CASC is convening topic-specific working groups to support the development of the Bend Community Climate Action Plan. The topics include energy supply\, energy in buildings\, waste & materials management\, and transportation. The working groups play a vital role of helping brainstorm and develop potential actions we can take as a community to meet our fossil fuel use reduction goals. \nEach working group meets twice. The first meeting will focus on understanding the objectives and barriers for the sector\, and the second meeting will focus on identifying climate actions. \nThe working group meetings for waste & materials are scheduled for: \nMeeting #1: Tuesday\, October 9\, 3-5 PM\, Council Chambers\, City Hall\, 710 NW Wall St. \nMeeting #2: Tuesday\, November 13\, 4-6 PM\, Council Chambers\, City Hall\, 710 NW Wall St.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/waste-materials-working-group-meeting-community-climate-action-plan/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate
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SUMMARY:Transportation Working Group Meeting – Community Climate Action Plan
DESCRIPTION:The Climate Action Steering Committee (CASC) is working on a Community Climate Action Plan to implement the policy direction established by Council resolution in 2016. The Community Climate Action Plan goals are to establish a roadmap for the community to achieve fossil fuel use reductions of 40% by 2030 and 70% by 2050. Development of the Community Climate Action Plan calls for participation by the entire community. The goals are set\, but how we get there is still being decided. We need community members and organizations to help us figure out how to do this for Bend. \nThe CASC is convening topic-specific working groups to support the development of the Bend Community Climate Action Plan. The topics include energy supply\, energy in buildings\, waste & materials management\, and transportation. The working groups play a vital role of helping brainstorm and develop potential actions we can take as a community to meet our fossil fuel use reduction goals. \nEach working group meets twice. The first meeting will focus on understanding the objectives and barriers for the sector\, and the second meeting will focus on identifying climate actions. \nThe working group meetings for transportation are scheduled for: \nMeeting #1: Wednesday\, October 10\, 3-5 PM\, Rosie Bareis Community Campus\, 1010 NW 14th St. \nMeeting #2: Thursday\, November 15\, 4-6 PM\, Council Chambers\, City Hall\, 710 NW Wall St.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/16819/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181010
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SUMMARY:Pollinators and Pesticides
DESCRIPTION:Native pollinators play a vital role in High Desert ecosystems but face numerous pressures\, including agricultural and household use of pesticides. Join Rich Hatfield\, senior conservation biologist for the Xerces Society’s Endangered Species Program\, for a discussion of how pesticides affect pollinators\, what actions are being taken and what you can do to help.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/pollinators-and-pesticides/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181011
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SUMMARY:Seeing Hidden Water
DESCRIPTION:Emma Marris will talk about the future of fresh water. She will cover global and local challenges as increasing populations struggle to share a finite amount of water. She’ll delve into one of the biggest challenges for those who want to talk about freshwater: much of it is hidden. Come to gain an understanding of the state of freshwater in the Deschutes and Klamath basins and around the world\, and leave with a set of concrete actions to take and new ways to visualize the Earth’s hidden water. \nThis presentation complements the exhibit\, Water Tables\, featuring works by Pat Clark on display at Bend Art Center and the COCC Library from October 5 – November 25. \nCo-hosted by The Nancy R. Chandler Visiting Scholar Program at COCC Foundation\, Bend Art Center and Coalition for the Deschutes. \nAbout Marris \nEmma Marris has written about the environment and other topics for National Geographic\, Wired\, The New York Times and Outside\, among others. In 2011\, she published her first book\, Rambunctious Garden: Saving Nature in a Post-Wild World. She was named a National Geographic Media Innovation Fellow in June 2018.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/seeing-hidden-water/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Water
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SUMMARY:Public Meeting for Swalley Draft Watershed Plan-EA
DESCRIPTION:On September 21\, 2018 the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) released a Draft Watershed Plan-Environmental Assessment (Plan-EA) for the Swalley Irrigation District Irrigation Modernization Project. The proposed project will pipe 16.6 miles of canals and laterals over seven years to improve water conservation\, water delivery reliability\, and public safety. NRCS developed the Draft Plan-EA in partnership with Swalley Irrigation District\, the Deschutes Basin Board of Control\, and Farmers Conservation Alliance. A public meeting will be held to inform the community and gather public comments. \nThe Draft Plan-EA and appendices with supporting information are available at oregonwatershedplans.org. Limited copies of the Draft Plan-EA are also available at the Deschutes Public Library in Bend\, the NRCS office in Redmond\, and the Swalley Irrigation District office. View the Notice of Availability and News Release from NRCS. \nComments on the Draft Plan-EA will be accepted through October 24\, 2018.  Comments can be submitted in the following ways: \n1) At the public meeting \n2) Email swalleycomments@gmail.com \n3) At this online form \n4) Mail to:\nFarmers Conservation Alliance\nSwalley Watershed Plan\n11 3rd St\, Suite 101\nHood River\, OR 97031 \nFor further information please contact Farmers Conservation Alliance at 541-716-6085. \nPlease note: Before including your address\, phone number\, email address\, or other personal identifying information in your comment\, be advised that your entire comment – including your personal identifying information – may be made publicly available at any time. While you can ask us in your comment to withhold from public review your personal identifying information\, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to do so. Further information on the public involvement process can be found at the Council of Environmental Quality’s Citizens Guide to NEPA.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/public-meeting-for-swalley-draft-watershed-plan-ea/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Water
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181012
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SUMMARY:Power Hour | Shifting the electric vehicle market into high gear
DESCRIPTION:Please RSVP for this event \n  \nElectric vehicles are happening. They’re not just the future of driving—they are already hitting the road in record numbers all over the world. Oregon has an opportunity to be behind the wheel\, helping to drive this transformation. Our state ranks fifth in the nation\, per capita\, for the number of plug-in vehicles with more than 16\,000 registered EVs. But we aspire to go even further. \nDuring this Power Hour\, we’ll explore Gov. Kate Brown’s executive order to get 50\,000 EVs on the road by 2020 and how this can be possible with the support of statewide incentive programs; investments in charging infrastructure; utility and fleet partnerships; and grassroots support. Come learn how this goal translates to making EVs more accessible to our local communities\, and what incentive programs are available here in Central Oregon to get you and your business on the road to greener driving. \nDoors open at 5:00 to network and grab a complimentary beer. The panel discussion will run from 5:30-6:30. Other beverages will be available for purchase at the bar. Please register in advance! \nThank you to our Power Hour presenting sponsor\n \nThank you to our host
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/october-power-hour/
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:20181011
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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-2/2018-10-13/
LOCATION:Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory\, 57245 River Rd\, Sunriver\, OR\, 97707\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181013
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SUMMARY:Crook County Trail Love
DESCRIPTION:COTA-Prineville will be holding a weekend event to work on the new Cougar Creek area\, with potential for additional work on Scotty\, to be determined. The work will take place on Saturday around 11 am and a ride out-on Sunday\, October 14. We will bring lunch on Saturday and beverages for during and after the work party. \nMeet at the Ochoco Forest Service building at 9:30. Located 3160 NE 3rd St. And follow others to the work area.
URL:https://envirocenter.org/event/crook-county-trail-love/
LOCATION:Deschutes Brewery Public House\, 1044 NW Bond St\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
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