A Desert Adventure for Everyone

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Aaron Tani, Sage Society Member

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.”

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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.”

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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.”

A Desert Adventure for Everyone

Author: Malcolm Costello  |  Published: February 5, 2025  | Category: Notes from the Desert This article originally appeared in The Bulletin on January 30, 2025. A volunteer recounts the many […]

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Spend a Weekend Biking in the Steens

Author: Renee Schiavone  |  Published: December 27, 2024  | Category: Where-To This article originally appeared in The Bulletin. Discover the stark contrasts and deep beauty of Oregon’s first high desert […]

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Species Spotlight: Gray Rabbitbrush

Author: Scott Bowler  |  Published: November 14, 2024  | Category: Species Spotlight This article originally appeared in The Source Weekly on November 13, 2024. The many uses and attributes of […]

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Running in the Badlands

Author: Renee Schiavone  |  Published: October 10, 2024  | Category: Where-To This article originally appeared in The Bulletin on October 10, 2024. Central Oregon’s “Backyard Wilderness” features 50+ miles of […]

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2024 Lineup

Join us for a night of inspiration and discovery at the Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Friday, October 4, 2024! This year’s event promises an unforgettable experience at the […]

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Cultivating Partnerships: Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Science in Land Stewardship (Bend)

Spend an evening with Dr. Cristina Eisenberg, a community ecologist and Associate Dean for Inclusive Excellence and  Director of Tribal Initiatives at Oregon State University, as part of Oregon Natural […]

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Your responses are in!

Author: Hana Sant |  Published: November 7, 2023  |  Category: Look Back The results of our 2023 member survey This summer, we surveyed our members to learn more about your […]

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The Juniper Paradox

Author: Gena Goodman-Campbell  |  Published: September 26, 2023  | Category: Species Spotlight This article originally appeared in The Source on September 20, 2023. Both iconic and beloved in Oregon’s high […]

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2023 Lineup

Join us on Friday, September 29, 2023 for the Wild & Scenic Film Festival, presented by E2 Solar. This year’s festival will be hosted at the Tower Theatre in Bend, […]

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The Land, its People and the Future (Bend)

  Wilson Wewa will discuss the land, its people and the past, present and future of protecting the high desert in Oregon. Wilson is a storyteller, spiritual leader, and oral […]

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