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

Hear from our executive director, Ryan Houston, as he shares insights into ONDA’s conservation work, and learn how you can take action and advocate for the protection of Oregon’s high desert.

Plus, plan your next desert adventure at the Social. Our knowledgeable volunteers will be on hand to answer your questions, share resources and offer expert guidance about ways to experience the high desert. We’ll also have optional opportunities to test your knowledge with a few rounds of high desert team trivia. All levels of expertise are welcome, and there will be great prizes.

We’ll have complimentary light appetizers from Crave Catering, Cheryl’s on 12th and Sebastiano’s, Oakshire Brewing beer, wine and non-alcoholic Polar Seltzer, plus great prizes from local businesses including Portland Playhouse, Belmont Books, ¿Por Qué No? and Patagonia. Plus, all attendees will receive one free week of classes at Yoyoyogi.

This event is free and open to ONDA supporters and desert-enthusiasts, so bring a friend! No registration required, and attendees are welcome to stop by anytime throughout the event.

Thank you to Cactus Blossom LLC for supporting high desert conservation and this event.

Thank you to our generous food and beverage sponsors.

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Please note: This event will be hosted on the west side of Peninsula Park at Picnic Shelter A. We encourage folks to walk, bike, or take public transit, but public street parking is available.

Event Photo: Jim Davis