The Environmental Center

Nature Journaling Workshop Series
2020-06-02 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Nature Journaling Workshop Series: This series starts on June 2nd and continues on Tuesdays in June.
Nature journaling is the practice of drawing and writing in response to observations of nature. Enjoy a “conversation with nature” by slowing down to notice and record what you see in our natural surroundings. Due to the nature of this virtual class, the instructor will bring various items from the natural world to a virtual classroom for viewing. With prompts and guidance from the instructor, students will be able to draw what they see and write “field notes” about their accompanying thoughts and observations. This series is offered by OSU Extension in Washington County and taught by artist Elizabeth Higgins. Register today. Space is limited.
Contact for questions and requests for accessibility-related accomodations: Alice Phillips alice.phillips@oregonstate.edu

Webcast: The Lost Sea Otters of Oregon
2020-06-03
What’s cute, fuzzy, an expert ‘rafter’ and that Oregon Wild is working hard to bring back to the state?
Sea otters! Featuring special guest Bob Bailey of The Elakha Alliance, this webcast will explore the history of this iconic species, efforts in Oregon to restore sea otters to their native coastal waters, and what you can do to help advocate for their return. You won’t want to miss this event, so be sure to reserve your spot today!

Bend COTA Work Events
2020-06-04
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 helped build and maintain the trails you love.
Please bring a hydration pack with water and a snack.
Be sure to bring appropriate layers to accommodate whatever the weather may be.
Questions? contact@cotamtb.com
All COTA trail work events require the following safety measures:
All participants are required to have the following protective clothing and equipment:

Sturdy shoes or boots
Gloves
Eye protection with clear or light colored lens
Long pants

Due to COTA’s insurance requirements and the inherent dangers of trail work, we must implement the following policy regarding children at work events:

For 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.
All minors under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian available to sign our waiver.

Anyone who arrives for a work event may be turned away if he/she cannot meet the above requirements.

Justice for George Floyd Peaceful Gathering
2020-06-06
Join a peaceful gathering on behalf of George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter movement protesting the social injustices that have plagued our country, and to raise awareness for the countless lives that have been lost due to the negligence and blatant discrimination by Police of Black Americans. This will be a PEACEFUL GATHERING, rioters and anybody who decides to cause problems otherwise are very unwelcome.
Public speaking by Riccardo Waites, founder of Central Oregon Black Leaders Assembly.
Meet at Centennial Park and move protest to Downtown Redmond around the corners of SW 6th St and SW Evergreen Ave.
Again, this is a PEACEFUL gathering to raise awareness of the blatant injustices that have plagued our country.

Bend Walk For Justice
2020-06-06
Show up for peaceful demonstration against the violence, death, racial discrimination and social injustice of black men, women and children.
Walk the whole route or meet at one of the waypoints below.
2:00pm – Meet at Farewell Bend Park near Bill Healy Bridge
2:30pm – Start walk
2:45pm-3:00pm – Pass by REI/Old Mill
2:55pm-3:10pm – Walk through the Box Factory (down Arizona to Bond)
3:10pm-3:25pm – Pass by McMennamins
3:20pm-3:35pm – Arrive at Courthouse
3:40pm – Speakers
5:00pm – Vigil at Troy Field

Madras Vigil for George Floyd
2020-06-06
Peaceful gathering in Madras, Oregon to honor George Floyd and stand for justice for #BLM.
Where: 222 NW 4th St

Black Lives Matter Community Vigil
2020-06-06
Please join us to remember and honor every person of color who has lost their lives at the hands of brutality. This will be an evening of community and coming together in peace for all of Central Oregon.
Social distancing guidelines and masks are recommended throughout the event.
Please bring any candles, signs and pictures. That you would like for the evening.
Keep in mind that this is a peaceful event. Do not incite violence or harm! Let’s set an example as a community.
