An Interview with Naomi Serio

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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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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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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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An Interview with Naomi Serio

By on April 9, 2026 | Posted in: Profile

Author: Hana Sant  |  Published: April 17, 2026  |  Category: Profile Meet our new community organizer This spring, we’re excited to welcome Naomi Serio to ONDA as our new Community […]

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By on March 31, 2026 | Posted in: Notes from the Desert

Author: Gena Goodman-Campbell  |  Published: March 31, 2026  | Category: Notes from the Desert This article originally appeared in the Spring + Summer 2026 Desert Ramblings Newsletter. Volunteers rally together […]

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Look Back: 2026 Speaker Series

By on March 25, 2026 | Posted in: Look Back

Author: Claire Cekander  |  Published: March 25, 2026  |  Category: Look Back Reflections on the 2026 High Desert Speaker Series Each year, Oregon Natural Desert Association hosts the High Desert […]

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An Interview with Nick Kilby

By on March 17, 2026 | Posted in: Profile

Author: Gena Goodman-Campbell  |  Published: March 17, 2026  | Category: Profile Meet our new stewardship coordinator In March, we welcomed a new stewardship coordinator, Nick Kilby, to our team in […]

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Volunteer Spotlight: Meet the People Behind Portland’s High Desert Hootenanny

By on December 2, 2025 | Posted in: A Conversation With

Author: Mateo Reynaud  |  Published: December 2, 2025  |  Category: A Conversation With Reflections on volunteer engagement from Mateo Reynaud, ONDA’s 2025 Fall Hillis Intern To me, the most rewarding […]

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Supporting Tribal Leaders in Conservation

By on September 18, 2025 | Posted in: Notes from the Desert

Author: Gena Goodman-Campbell  |  Published: September 18, 2025  | Category: Notes from the Desert This article originally appeared in the Fall + Winter 2025 Desert Ramblings Newsletter. ONDA’s ongoing partnership […]

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A Diversity of Desert Reptiles

By on April 3, 2025 | Posted in: Species Spotlight

Author: Scott Bowler  |  Published: April 3, 2025  | Category: Species Spotlight This article originally appeared in The Source Weekly on March 12, 2025. They’re where you find them. Oregon […]

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Seeing Conservation Work
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By on March 19, 2025 | Posted in: Notes from the Desert

Author: Gena Goodman-Campbell  |  Published: March 19, 2025  | Category: Notes from the Desert Illustrating the restoration process at Robinson Creek Over the past two decades, Oregon Natural Desert Association […]

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