David Rein
In 2025, Oregon Natural Desert Association will host two year-end celebrations. Join ONDA board, staff and supporters in celebrating the many high desert conservation successes you achieved this year. You’ll hear highlights from this year’s advocacy and community-building initiatives, habitat restoration projects and learn about what’s to come in the year ahead.
Bitteroot
Bitteroot blooms on north-facing cliffs in western North America.
The Paiute name for bitteroot is kangedya. Traditional Native American uses of the plant included eating the roots, mixed with berries and meat, and using the roots to treat sore throats.
Aaron Tani, Sage Society Member
“It feels good to support ONDA on a monthly basis, because I know they never stop supporting our public lands. ONDA works to help make our lands a better place for the future, and I feel like I’m a part of that every month with my support.”
Badger
Badgers are generally nocturnal, but, in remote areas with no human encroachment, they are routinely observed foraging during the day. They prefer open areas with grasslands, which can include parklands, farms, and treeless areas with crumbly soil and a supply of rodent prey.
Badgers are born blind, furred, and helpless. Their eyes open at four to six weeks.
Latin name: Taxidea taxus
Thursday, November 13, 2025
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
KEEN Garage
515 NW 13th Ave
Portland, OR 97209
For more information, visit the event page or contact Claire Cekander at (503) 703-1006 or ccekander@onda.org.
Friday, December 5, 2025
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Aspen Hall
18920 NW Shevlin Park Rd
Bend, OR 97701
For more information, visit the event page or contact Karina Diaz at (541) 330-2638, ext. 301 or kdiaz@onda.org.