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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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Taylor Goforth, Sage Sustainers member

Taylor Goforth, Sage Sustainers member

“I support ONDA on a monthly basis as a way I can keep in touch with the root of my conservation ethic and allow for their strong advocacy work to keep going. I count on them!”

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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.”

Some of the films are serious, some are lighthearted and each features a different beautiful wild place, traveling the world with stops in Nepal, Patagonia, Alaska and, of course, Oregon. And, what is the common thread that ties these ten far-flung films together? All will inspire you to explore and protect the natural world.

The film festival, presented by Bend-based E2 Solar, is a benefit for ONDA. Learn more about the event at ONDA.org/wsff.

Wild & Scenic Film Festival returns to Bend

By on September 18, 2018 | Posted in: Coming Up

Will Nepali punk rocker Sareena Rai bag a first ascent? How does renowned climber and filmmaker Renan Ozturk define success? Where is the highest concentration of National Wild & Scenic […]

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Volunteer Opportunity: Owyhee October at Patagonia @ Bend

By on September 14, 2018 | Posted in:

It’s Owyhee October, and Patagonia @ Bend is teaming up with the Owyhee Coalition, ONDA and local brewers to celebrate Oregon’s iconic Owyhee Canyonlands! Join us on Thursday, October 18 […]

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Finding New Places to Love Through Stewardship and Protecting Them Through Sage Society

By on June 18, 2018 | Posted in: Profile

  Aaron Tani, an ONDA member since 2016, regularly volunteers on stewardship trips and contributes monthly as part of the Sage Society.  A Central Oregonian since 1986, Aaron has grown […]

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High Desert Speaker Series 2018

By on May 9, 2018 | Posted in: Look Back

Eastern Oregon is an incredible place to live, work and explore, with thousands of stories just waiting to be revealed. ONDA’s popular High Desert Speaker Series features knowledgeable and inspiring […]

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Desert Naturalist Hike Series

By on April 18, 2018 | Posted in:

Discover the stories that lie hidden in the desert sagebrush on a hike with the Oregon Natural Desert Association. All are welcome but hike space is limited and pre-registration is required. See more information […]

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Learn to Strut

By on April 1, 2018 | Posted in: Coming Up, How-To

ONDA to teach sage-grouse mating dance to all members April 1, 2018 (BEND, Ore.)—What started as a rousing way to open up staff meetings soon spread to board meetings and stewardship trips, […]

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wildflowers along the Oregon Desert Trail

Ten Springtime Adventures

By on March 26, 2018 | Posted in: Where-to

Have the longer days and warmer temps led you to experience bouts of day-dreaming and window-gazing? Put that wanderlust to work! Plan on your trip to the desert, and get […]

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Aaron Tani, Sage Society Member

By on March 1, 2018 | Posted in:

“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 […]

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Going Public: Becoming a Public Land Leader

By on February 19, 2018 | Posted in: How-To

Brittany Leffel hosted a Public Land Leader gathering in December and wrote about her experience “going public”.   Behind every beloved trail is a crew of stewards working to preserve […]

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Sarah Graham, Sage Sustainers Member

By on February 15, 2018 | Posted in:

“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 […]

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