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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- The Beaver Den - scientific literacy book clubBeaverWorks - Downstairs Conference Room (Beaver Den), Bend, OR
Each month, we select a published research paper relating to beavers to read, critically evaluate, and discuss.
Beavers are fascinating animals with so many mechanisms of influencing the world. Closely examining primary literature will give us a deeper understanding of how their influences on other species and environmental processes are studied and established. Scientific writing can be impenetrable, but discussing it together is a great way to enhance understanding and grow curiosity for the details that others notice.
May is a busy time for Beaver Works planting projects! Why are we planting willows, and how does that relate to addressing the factors limiting beaver success in our landscapes? The authors of this month's paper use the Beaver Restoration Assessment Tool (BRAT) to determine whether a widespread loss in beaver population corresponds to a similar scale decline in the capacity to sustain beaver on the landscape. How can understanding historic beaver populations, surface water, sediment storage, and vegetation help us identify opportunities for and barriers to beaver-related restoration now?
Join us to discuss:
Scamardo, J. E., Marshall, S., & Wohl, E. (2022). Estimating widespread beaver dam loss: Habitat decline and surface storage loss at a regional scale. Ecosphere, 13(3), e3962.Contact Maureen (Maureen@thinkwildco.org) with questions on this or future meetings.
RSVP REQUIRED! LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR THE EVENT HERE: RSVP to reserve your spot!
- Wildlife Friendly Living and Recreation Pub TalkWorthy Brewing, Bend, OR
Interested in learning more about how to live, co-exist, and enjoy outdoor recreation alongside wildlife? Join us at Worthy Brewing Co for a presentation on "Wildlife Friendly Living and Recreation" talk on Thursday, May 8th from 6-7 pm.
Please note that RSVP through the link below is required for this free event.
RSVP here!Event contact: Hailee Newman - hailee@thinkwildco.org
- World Migratory Bird Day CelebrationLake Creek Lodge, Camp Sherman, OR
Interested in learning more about bird migration and our feathered friends who pass through Central Oregon in the spring?
Join us for a morning of naturalist-led birding with local volunteers and bird experts from Think Wild and the East Cascades Bird Alliance. We will learn to identify bird species by sight and sound and learn about the on-site restoration efforts that support healthy riparian ecosystems.
Meet at Lake Creek Lodge on Saturday, May 10th at 8 am. Binoculars, field guides, coffee, tea, and snacks will be provided.
For questions about this event, contact Maureen (maureen@thinkwildco.org).
RSVP REQUIRED! LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR THE EVENT HERE: RSVP
