Week of Events
Bend Environmental Town Hall
OLCV Environmental Town Hall - BendJoin OLCV, our partners in the Oregon Conservation Network (OCN), and Representatives Kropf and Levy for an in-person town hall to learn about OCN's Priorities for a Healthy Oregon. Resilient Buildings Bill Package Toxic-Free Bill Package Factory Farm Moratorium Zero Waste Bill Package Natural Climate Solutions Budget Our panel of…
Know Justice: The Future of Water in Oregon at Sisters Firehouse
How can we balance competing needs to have water for all? This is an in-person program. Masks are optional at all in-person library events. Access to safe, sufficient water is designated as a fundamental human right by the United Nations, yet thousands of Oregonians do not meet that standard right now. Oregon's identity is closely…
States are Breaking Up with Plastic
Roses are red, violets are blue, states are working to break up with plastic and you should too. Let’s face it -- our relationship with plastics is toxic. Plastic lasts forever, which sounds romantic until you consider that virtually every plastic bag, straw, utensil, or wrapper that has ever escaped into the environment is still…
Strategies to Accelerate Electric Micromobility
Forth’s New Webinar Series. Mark your calendars - Forth’s 2023 webinar lineup is live! Forth's free monthly webinars take a deep dive into the most relevant themes in clean transportation.
Downtown Bend: Know Justice – The Future of Water in Oregon
How can we balance competing needs to have water for all? This is an in-person program. Masks are optional at all in-person library events. Access to safe, sufficient water is designated as a fundamental human right by the United Nations, yet thousands of Oregonians do not meet that standard right now. Oregon's identity is closely…
Snake River Salmon and the Race Against Extinction
The Nez Perce Tribe are leaders in the fight to breach the four lower Snake River dams and restore salmon populations. On February 15th, join special guest Chairman Samuel N. Penney of the Nez Perce Tribe to learn about their incredible work to save the endangered Snake River salmon! Register here.
Building Resilience Campaign Kick-Off
Oregon Just Transition Alliance is helping lead the Building Resilience Coalition! This coalition is made up of a broad group of climate and environmental justice organizations dedicated to making sure Oregon builds healthier, more affordable, and resilient communities that are not reliant on dirty fossil fuels. We’re excited to announce the official Building Resilience Campaign…
Seed Sowing & Transplanting
Learn how to get a head start on the growing season by planting seeds indoors and transplanting them later. Feb 11th: Register Here Feb 16th: Register Here
Plastic-Free Pet Care: Safeguarding the Health of Our Furry Friends
Did you know that plastic can be harmful to your pet’s health? From plastic toys to disposable food containers and poop bags, plastic pet care items are everywhere. Science has established links between exposure to plastic chemicals and a range of diseases in humans—and many of the same risks apply to our furry, feathered, and scaly friends! During this webinar,…
Bend COTA Work Events
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…
Storytelling and Conversation with Harry Slickpoo Jr.
Listen to traditional Nez Perce Storytelling from Harry Slickpoo Jr., followed by conversation exploring the art, history, and science embedded in traditional stories and their ability to hold and perpetuate living culture. Harry Slickpoo Jr. is an enrolled member of the Nez Perce Tribe. A Language Instructor for Northwest Indian College and Lewiston High School…