Special Event

Wild Ochocos: Opportunities and threats to public lands in the Ochoco National Forest

July 2, 2025
6pm Pacific

Worthy Brewing (Hop Mahal room)
495 NE Bellevue Dr, Bend, OR 97701

A hiker marvels at a large, old-growth ponderosa pine tree in the Ochocos

Wild Wednesday Event

The Ochoco National Forest encompasses over 800,000 acres of forested public land just east of Prineville. Here, you will find wild landscapes, ancient forests, mountain streams, wildflower-cloaked meadows, sweeping views of the Cascades, endless opportunities for recreation and solitude, and a variety of native wildlife species.

Despite the many values of this National Forest, the Ochocos are under threat from federal and state proposals to increase logging and reduce public access on these public lands. Join Oregon Wild staff for this Wild Wednesday presentation to learn about this special forest, the current threats, and opportunities to protect the wild Ochocos.

Join Our
Newsletter.

Staying informed is the first step to becoming a public lands and native wildlife advocate.

Skip to content