Our Mission
Connecting people to the natural world & cultivating a community of environmental stewards working together to build a greener & healthier planet through advocacy, action & education
CONSERVATION & NATURAL SCIENCE EDUCATION
It's the thread that holds our programming together.
Our on-site farm and gardens provide ample opportunity for sustainable gardening education, while our one-of-a-kind Hopservatory works to conserve dark skies and make astronomy accessible to the general public.
Outside of our own educational programming, we advocate for native pollinator conservation and dark sky practices by working with like-minded organizations such as Dark Sky Oregon and Pollinator Pathway Bend to spread awareness and participate in community projects.
Get Involved
See current operating hours and learn more about our astronomy program
We have lots going on! Find talks and workshops that interest you
Want to get your hands dirty? See how you can get involved
Meet the chickens and learn about our regenerative ag practices
Read tips and tricks to garden sustainably in Central Oregon