Volunteer Opportunity: Worthy Brewing Can Launch Party
Worthy Brewing 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend, OROn Saturday, April 20, Worthy Brewing is celebrating Earth Day and the release of their new "Earth First, Beer Second" can designs. As one of Worthy's local partners, ONDA is invited to share information about high desert conservation and connect interested community members with our work. From 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. volunteers will set up […]
Survival Strategies for Desert Species
Worthy Brewing 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend, ORThe 2019 Bend High Desert Speaker Series wraps up on April 9 with a panel of experts discussing how high desert flora and fauna have adapted to survive in wetlands and other habitats in eastern Oregon. Hear from Ron Larson, Dennis Albert and Steve Sheehy as they discuss the unique life of the high desert, […]
Upper Snake River Tribes Take on a Changing Climate
Worthy Brewing 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend, ORJoin us for the third installment of the Bend High Desert Speaker Series with Jason Kesling, Environmental Program Director of the Upper Snake River Tribes Foundation. Learn about the establishment and structure of the Upper Snake River Tribes, and gain an in-depth understanding of how the USRTF is adapting to climate change. From assessing vulnerability […]
Hart Mountain Revealed | Bend
Worthy Brewing 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend, ORThe 2019 Bend High Desert Speaker Series continues with a presentation from ONDA's own Hart-Sheldon Coordinator, Jeremy Austin. From unique wildlife and stunning night skies to opportunities for recreation and solitude, Hart Mountain is a high desert treasure worth exploring. Learn about what makes Hart Mountain so spectacular, get tips for planning your next adventure […]
Supervolcanoes and Flood Basalts
Worthy Brewing 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend, ORONDA is kicking off the 2019 Bend High Desert Speaker Series on January 15, with geologist Daniele McKay presenting on high desert supervolcanoes and flood basalts. From massive caldera eruptions to lava flows that can be found throughout the state, Oregon's volcanic history has played an important role in shaping the stunning landscapes and waterways […]
Cheers to Innovative Conservation – appreciating Brent Fenty
Worthy Brewing 495 NE Bellevue Drive, Bend, ORAfter 11 years as executive director of Oregon Natural Desert Association, Brent Fenty is moving into a new role leading ONDA's recently established Oregon Desert Land Trust. Join us for an informal celebration to thank Brent for his work and reflect on the many thoughtful and innovative solutions that ONDA has put into place across […]