Our Events

Presented by the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon partners, Discover Nature Days are free family events that connect children and families to the wonder of nature. This week’s program is Amphibious Adventure, presented by Sunriver Nature Center.  Jump into the wet and wild world of your favorite amphibian! We’ll explore the life of frogs and […]

THIS EVENT IS FULL AND REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. Presented by the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon partners, Discover Nature Days are free family events that connect children and families to the wonder of nature. This month's special program is Nature Journaling, presented by Jennifer Curtis - artist, ecologist, and educator. Nature Journaling is a wonderful […]

Tiny Explorer Meetups are a time for new families to get together in the outdoors. Each meetup will have a volunteer that gathers the group and provides information about the program. Families then can go on walks or play in the park. There is no formal program, but the volunteer will provide suggestions for activities […]

Our 2017 Discover Nature Festival is scheduled for Saturday, September 23 at Riverbend Park in Bend from 11am-3pm. The event is offered in partnership with Bend Park and Recreation District and Deschutes National Forest. This FREE event will feature over 30 nature education, outdoor recreation, and health and wellness activities including: Climbing Wall, Archery, Art […]

Spark a sense of wonder for nature through imaginative play, exploration, songs and stories with our partners at The High Desert Museum. Ages 3-5 with family Free!

Tiny Explorer Meetups are a time for new families to get together in the outdoors. Each meetup will have a volunteer that gathers the group and provides information about the program. Families then can go on walks or play in the park. There is no formal program, but the volunteer will provide suggestions for activities […]

Presented by the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon partners, Discover Nature Days are free family events that connect children and families to the wonder of nature. This week’s program is Art in Nature, presented by Upper Deschutes Watershed Council. Join us for two hours of art, science, and play while learning about the natural world […]

Spark a sense of wonder for nature through imaginative play, exploration, songs and stories with our partners at The High Desert Museum. Ages 3-5 with family Free!

Spark a sense of wonder for nature through imaginative play, exploration, songs and stories with our partners at Wildheart Nature School. Ages 3-5 with family Free!