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SUMMARY:Forged in Fire: The Volcanic Activity that Shaped Oregon’s High Desert
DESCRIPTION:Oregon Natural Desert Association’s High Desert Speaker Series continues as we uncover the dynamic geologic forces that created eastern Oregon’s stunning landscapes. Dr. Ellen Bishop\, author\, photographer and geologist\, will discuss a recent geological discovery linking the formation of Oregon’s high desert rock formations with the Yellowstone hotspot. Come learn more about how iconic high desert sites came to be\, including Steens Mountain\, the Owyhee Canyonlands and many others\, in this photography-rich and visually engaging presentation. \nThis event has passed. Watch the recording here.  \nThis is a free\, virtual event. Make a donation when registering to begin or renew your ONDA membership. \n  \nRaffle\nThe High Desert Speaker Series features a raffle with an incredible prize package full of gear and gift certificates from Patagonia\, Andina Restaurant\, MiiR\, Portland Leather Company and more. This entire one-of-a-kind bundle could be yours! One lucky winner will be drawn at the end of the Series and notified on March 13. Raffle tickets are $5 each\, or 3 for $10\, and they can be purchased at registration. \n100% of proceeds support high desert conservation. \n  \nSponsors\nThank you to WYLD Works and First Interstate Bank for supporting desert conservation and sponsoring the High Desert Speaker Series. \n       \n  \nAbout the Presenter\nEllen Morris Bishop is a geologist\, photographer and writer whose life’s work has been making science more enjoyable and understandable to non-scientists through images\, writing\, and field excursions. In 1982 she received a Ph.D. in geology from Oregon State University\, with a research specialty in the oldest formations of eastern Oregon. She has taught geology and environmental studies at Oregon State University\, the University of Arkansas\, and Whitman College\, and was recognized as an OSU distinguished alumni fellow. Her books include In Search of Ancient Oregon\, Living with Thunder: The geologic and ecologic history of the Pacific Northwest\, Best Hikes with Dogs in Oregon\, and Hiking Oregon’s Geology. Oregon State University Press has just published Bishop’s latest work\, the second edition of Living with Thunder\, a book about the Pacific Northwest’s incredible geologic history. She lives near Halfway\, Oregon. \n  \n  \nIf you have questions or feedback about the accessibility of this event\, please click here. \nEvent Photo: Ellen Bishop
URL:https://onda.org/event/forged-in-fire-the-volcanic-activity-that-shaped-oregons-high-desert/
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Cekander":MAILTO:ccekander@onda.org
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SUMMARY:Rooted in Eastern Oregon: High Desert Tree Identification
DESCRIPTION:Come learn something new about the trees that are essential to Oregon’s high desert ecosystem. Casey Clapp\, arborist\, dendrologist and educator\, will be featured at Oregon Natural Desert Association’s third event of the High Desert Speaker Series. Casey will highlight the diverse tree species found in eastern Oregon and will help attendees build their desert tree identification skills. He will also explore how these species interact with the broader desert ecosystem and emphasize the importance of understanding the trees around us as a way to build a deeper relationship with our environment. You’ll leave the event seeing the high desert in an entirely new way. \n  \nThis event has passed. View a recording of the event here and the presenter’s slides here. \n  \nTickets are $15. This is an in-person event in Portland at the Tomorrow Theater (3530 SE Division Street). If you would like to attend but experience a barrier to purchasing a ticket\, please contact ccekander@onda.org. ONDA is working to make our events as accessible as possible\, and this event will feature an American Sign Language interpreter. \n\n  \nRaffle\nThe High Desert Speaker Series features a raffle with an incredible prize package full of gear and gift certificates from Patagonia\, Andina Restaurant\, MiiR\, Portland Leather Company and more. This entire one-of-a-kind bundle could be yours! One lucky winner will be drawn at the end of the Series and notified on March 13. Raffle tickets are $5 each\, or 3 for $10\, and they can be purchased at registration. \n100% of proceeds support high desert conservation. \n  \nSponsors\nThank you to WYLD Works and First Interstate Bank for supporting desert conservation and sponsoring the High Desert Speaker Series. \n       \nA special thank you to Visit Bend and Cactus Blossom LLC for sponsoring this event. \n   \n\n  \nAbout the Presenter\nAn arborist\, a dendrologist\, an educator\, Casey Clapp has a passion for trees and the world they inhabit—our world.  Along with being the principal consultant with Portland Arboriculture\, he’s a co-host and co-creator of Completely Arbortrary\, a weekly podcast about trees and other related topics\, and the author of the new tree identification book The Trees Around You: How to identify common neighborhood trees in the Pacific Northwest.  Casey holds advanced degrees in Forestry and Environmental Conservation\, and he’s an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist\, Qualified Tree Risk Assessor\, and Certified Urban Forestry Professional. \n  \n  \n  \nIf you have questions or feedback about the accessibility of this event\, please click here. \nEvent Photo: James Parsons
URL:https://onda.org/event/rooted-in-eastern-oregon-high-desert-tree-identification/
LOCATION:Tomorrow Theater\, 3530 SE Division St\, Portland\, OR\, 97202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Cekander":MAILTO:ccekander@onda.org
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SUMMARY:A Tribal Family History of the Wadatika'a Band of Northern Paiutes
DESCRIPTION:The final event of Oregon Natural Desert Association’s High Desert Speaker Series features Dr. Diane Teeman\, an archaeologist\, scholar and Tribal elder of the of the Wadatika’a Band of Northern Paiutes. Dr. Teeman will share the history and culture of her family and discuss her work as an anthropologist. She will also highlight the deep connection between cultural traditions and environmental conservation within the Tribe. Ryan Houston\, ONDA’s executive director\, will briefly highlight the current steps ONDA is taking to conserve Oregon’s high desert in partnership with local Tribes. \nThis event has passed. View a recording of the event here. \nThis is a free\, virtual event. Make a donation when registering to begin or renew your ONDA membership. \n  \nRaffle\nThe High Desert Speaker Series features a raffle with an incredible prize package full of gear and gift certificates from Patagonia\, Andina Restaurant\, MiiR\, Portland Leather Company and more. This entire one-of-a-kind bundle could be yours! One lucky winner will be drawn at the end of the Series and notified on March 13. Raffle tickets are $5 each\, or 3 for $10\, and they can be purchased at registration. \n100% of proceeds support high desert conservation. \n  \nSponsors\nThank you to WYLD Works and First Interstate Bank for supporting desert conservation and sponsoring the High Desert Speaker Series. \n       \n  \nAbout the Presenters\nDr. Diane Teeman is the president of High Desert Heritage Consultants\, LLC. She was formerly director of the Burns Paiute Tribe’s Culture & Heritage Department and a member of the Burns Paiute Tribal Council. She earned her Ph.D. in Anthropology at the University of Nevada\, Reno\, focusing on collaborative and decolonizing methodologies in archaeology. Teeman has spent nearly the past forty years working toward tribal culture and heritage protection and revitalization. \n  \n Ryan Houston\, ONDA’s Executive Director\, has led the organization since 2018\, bringing over 20 years of conservation experience. He previously directed the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council\, building award-winning restoration programs\, fostering partnerships and leading research projects. Ryan holds an environmental science degree from UC Berkeley and a master’s in ecology from the University of Arizona. And\, today\, he and his family spend much of their free time exploring the desert streams and wide open landscapes of central and eastern Oregon. \n  \nIf you have questions or feedback about the accessibility of this event\, please click here. \n  \nEvent Photo: John Burkhardt
URL:https://onda.org/event/a-tribal-family-history-of-the-wadatikaa-band-of-northern-paiutes/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Cekander":MAILTO:ccekander@onda.org
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SUMMARY:Sagebrush Social (Portland)
DESCRIPTION: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. We’ll have complimentary light appetizers and drinks\, plus great prizes from local businesses including Portland Playhouse\, Belmont Books and Patagonia. Plus\, all attendees will receive one free week to Yoyoyogi. \nHear 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. \nMark your calendar now and stay tuned for more details. This event is free and open to ONDA supporters and desert-enthusiasts\, so bring a friend! No registration required. \n  \nIf you have questions or feedback about the accessibility of this event or venue\, please click here. \nPlease 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. \n \n  \nEvent Photo: Jim Davis
URL:https://onda.org/event/sagebrush-social-portland-2026/
LOCATION:Peninsula Park\, 700 N Rosa Parks Way\, Portland\, OR\, 97217\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration
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ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Cekander":MAILTO:ccekander@onda.org
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SUMMARY:Sagebrush Social (Bend)
DESCRIPTION:Join Oregon Natural Desert Association for an evening gathering in Bend celebrating high desert conservation! Connect with ONDA staff\, board members and fellow supporters while enjoying desert-themed activities. We’ll have complimentary light appetizers from Pizza Mondo\, beer from Worthy Brewing\, and other refreshing beverages. You’ll also have the opportunity to win great prizes from Namaspa Yoga\, The Athletic Club of Bend\, Sunriver Brewing\, Newport Market\, and Bend Pizza Kitchen. \nHear 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. \nMark your calendar now and stay tuned for more details. This event is free and open to ONDA supporters and desert-enthusiasts\, so bring a friend! No registration required. \nIf you have questions or feedback about the accessibility of this event or venue\, please click here. \nThank you to our food and beverage sponsors! \n \nEvent Photo: Mark Darnell
URL:https://onda.org/event/bend-social/
LOCATION:Miller’s Landing\, 55 NW Riverside Blvd\, Bend\, OR\, 97701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration
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ORGANIZER;CN="Naomi Serio":MAILTO:nserio@onda.org
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SUMMARY:Sagebrush Social (Eugene)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nHear 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. We’ll have complimentary light appetizers and drinks\, plus great prizes from local businesses. \nHear 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. \nMark your calendar now and stay tuned for more details. This event is free and open to ONDA supporters and desert-enthusiasts\, so bring a friend! No registration required. \n  \nIf you have questions or feedback about the accessibility of this event or venue\, please click here. \nPlease 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. \n \n  \nEvent Photo: Greg Burke
URL:https://onda.org/event/eugene-social-2026/
LOCATION:Alton Baker Park\, 200 Day Island Rd\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration
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ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Cekander":MAILTO:ccekander@onda.org
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