Join Oregon Natural Desert Association for an evening gathering in Eugene at Alton Baker Park celebrating high desert conservation! Connect with ONDA staff, board members and fellow supporters while enjoying desert-themed activities.

Hear from our board and staff as they shares insights into ONDA’s conservation work, and learn how you can take action and advocate for the protection of Oregon’s high desert. We’ll have complimentary light appetizers from Mucho Gusto Mexican Kitchen, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks.

We’ll have expert volunteers ready to help you plan your next eastern Oregon adventure and offer tips about experiencing the high desert’s natural wonders. And, if you want to put your knowledge to the test, join our optional game of desert trivia.

All attendees will have the chance to win prizes from local businesses including Ballet Fantastique, Oregon Contemporary Theatre, Very Little Theatre, Applegate Regional Theatre, Eugene Opera, The Shedd Institute for the Arts, The Jazz Station, Cascade Raptor Center, Balanced Hot Yoga Eugene, Everyday People Yoga, and Passionflower Design.

This event is free and open to ONDA supporters and desert enthusiasts, so bring a friend! No registration required.

Thank you to our food sponsor.

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Please note: This event will be hosted in Alton Baker Park at Shelter 1 (200 Day Island Rd, Eugene, OR 97401). We encourage folks to walk, bike, or take public transit, but public parking is available.

Event Photo: Greg Burke