Each year, ONDA’s High Desert Speaker Series highlights the wildlife, geology, culture, history, recreation and other unique and worthy-of-protection elements of Oregon’s high desert. In 2019, we were amazed by the enthusiasm expressed for the series. Most events sold out in less than a day! We value providing informative and inspiring programming to as many community members as possible, so we took note and we have some exciting news about our 2020 High Desert Speaker Series in Bend.
High Desert Speaker Series Bigger and Better in 2020
Sean Bagshaw
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Sarah Graham, Sage Sustainers Member
Sarah Graham, Sage Sustainers Member
“I contribute to ONDA monthly because it adds up to a larger annual gift than what I’d be able to comfortably afford if I were to do a simple one-time donation annually. I’m able to give more to ONDA this way and have greater impact which is important to me, and my dog Polly.”
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Elisa Cheng, member since 2013
Elisa Cheng, member since 2013
“ONDA stewardship trips inspire me. I get to learn new things and see new places, and in the process perform important work that improves the wildlife habitat.”
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Mary McCord, ONDA Volunteer
Mary McCord, ONDA Volunteer
“I find enjoyment in the peaceful wide open spaces, geology, and rich history of Oregon’s high desert,” says Mary. Reflecting on volunteering, she continues, “If you have the ability and desire, it’s important to do something to contribute. It doesn’t have to be big, because every little bit helps.”
We heard you
In order to honor the feedback we received about the 2019 registration process, we have moved the 2020 Bend events to the Tower Theatre! This venue will allow many more community members to attend these events and learn about intriguing topics related to Oregon’s high desert, in a historic and beautiful theatre.
Save the date
Mark your Wild Desert Calendars for November 22 when tickets for all three events in the series will go on sale through the Tower website.
Our 2020 lineup features expert guidebook authors, naturalists and conservationists and it will cover Oregon’s high desert from its deepest canyon bottoms to the sky above. We’ll share more details about the events on that date, along with a link to purchase tickets.
ONDA members, keep your eyes peeled for a special heads-up email that will give you a chance to purchase tickets before the general public.
Changes also coming to Portland
Our companion High Desert Speaker Series in Portland will also return in 2020 to a new venue. Look for an announcement of the Portland lineup in December for our 4-part series of free events, which will be hosted at TaborSpace in SE Portland. This venue will allow for more supporters to attend our events and has easy transit access and free parking!
Thank you for your feedback and enthusiasm for the High Desert Speaker Series. We’re looking forward to learning more about Oregon’s incredible wild places with you in 2020. For more information about the High Desert Speaker Series in Bend and Portland, visit ONDA.org/speakerseries