The 2019 Bend High Desert Speaker Series continues with a presentation from ONDA’s own Hart-Sheldon Coordinator, Jeremy Austin. From unique wildlife and stunning night skies to opportunities for recreation and solitude, Hart Mountain is a high desert treasure worth exploring. Learn about what makes Hart Mountain so spectacular, get tips for planning your next adventure and discover the vital conservation initiatives you can support to mitigate current threats and ensure that this region stays wild.
About the speaker
A native Oregonian, Jeremy has followed his passion for biology by working on various projects with birds, trees and plants across the state. Beginning in 2012, Jeremy spent two summers with ONDA conducting aspen inventories at Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge and surveying for invasive plant species, after which he joined the team full-time to manage our work in the Greater Hart-Sheldon Region. When he is not out enjoying the natural world, Jeremy enjoys playing music with friends and family, backcountry skiing, hiking, and working in the yard.
The event will take place at Worthy Brewing's Hop Mahal room at 495 NE Bellevue Drive in Bend. The event is free and open to the public, but space is limited and registration is required. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. with the speaker beginning at 7 p.m. For more information about other speakers in this series, visit
Photo courtesy of Sean Bagshaw