Bend, OR—The Deschutes Land Trust announced today its winter Nature Nights series. From monarch butterflies to equity in recreation, the Land Trust is offering free, monthly presentations on nature-related topics given by experts in their field.
February 27: Recreation for Everyone
7:00-8:30 pm, The Tower Theatre in Bend
Recent surveys show that over half of all Americans participate in some form of outdoor recreation. However, despite public lands being for everyone, the demographics of outdoor recreationists do not often reflect the diversity that we see in our country. Join Dr. Ashley D’Antonio as we discuss who is recreating on our public lands, who is missing from these outdoor spaces, and what science can, and can’t, tell us about issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion in outdoor recreation. The talk will highlight some of the great work being done in the Pacific Northwest, and around the United States, to promote inclusivity and diversity in the outdoors and suggest ways that you can get involved. This presentation is free and ticket sales open one month prior to the event.
Nature Nights are free, but a ticket is required. Please register online.
The Deschutes Land Trust is Central Oregon’s locally-based, nationally-accredited land trust. Since 1995, the Deschutes Land Trust has protected more than 9,100 acres for wildlife, scenic views, and local communities. For more information on the Deschutes Land Trust, contact us at (541) 330-0017 or visit www.deschuteslandtrust.org.
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