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September 9, 2026 • 5:00 PM – 6:15 PM
Black Butte Ranch Community Center
North American porcupines are quietly disappearing from the Pacific Northwest. Join ODFW biologist Mikayla Bivona to discover why these remarkable animals matter, how researchers are studying their declining populations, and what the findings could mean for the future of porcupines in the Deschutes Watershed. Q&A to follow.
Aug 29, 2026 • 9:00 AM – Noon
Black Butte Ranch Natural Resources Building
Drop-in Open House
Join us to learn how to use the iNaturalist app on your phone to help document the incredible biodiversity of Black Butte Ranch, located within the greater Black Butte region. A wildly fun activity for all ages.
Note: BBR Natural Resources Bldg is old real estate office.
Sept 22, 2026 • 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Black Butte Ranch Community Center Parking Lot
Time for some cleaning along Highway 20 after a busy summer of traffic! Join the crew and help keep our region beautiful and clean.
