OUT Central Oregon develops and supports events and provides information to encourage community involvement and build well-being for the LGBTQ+ community.
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Winter PrideFest
Winter PrideFest – an LGBTQ+ Ski weekend at Mt. Bachelor. Community events include ‘Wigs an Icebreaker’, Apres Ski Dance Party, and Panel Discussion on Inclusivity in Sport
Bend Pride 5k
Celebrates inclusivity on a festive course through Bend, Oregon, including Drag Dash, Spirit awards, and Costume Contest!!
OUT in Focus
A collaborative project with BendFilm aimed at increasing access to films which highlight diversity and inclusion.
September 2021
LGBTQ+ Support Group – Teen
LGBTQ+ Peer Support Group for Teens 13-17 Accpeting OHP and Pacific Source, private pay and sliding scale options available. Contact: Clara Hanson LCSW 541-904-5216 ext 13 clara@brightwayscounseling.com
Find out more »LGBTQ+ Support Group – Adults
LGBTQ+ Peer Support Group for Young Adults 18-30 Accpeting OHP and Pacific Source, private pay and sliding scale options available. Contact: Clara Hanson LCSW 541-904-5216 ext 13 clara@brightwayscounseling.com
Find out more »LGBTQIA2S+ “Sport Climber’s Toolbox” @Smith Rock
OUT in the Wild provides community based programs that teach outdoor technical skills in an inclusive and equitable environment. Details at: https://outinthewild.org/shop/ols/products/the-sport-climbers-toolbox-sliding-scale-85-225https://outinthewild.org/community-events
Find out more »LGBTQIA2S+ “Anchors & Rappelling” @Smith Rock
OUT in the Wild provides community based programs that teach outdoor technical skills in an inclusive and equitable environment. Details at: https://outinthewild.org/shop/ols/products/anchors-and-rappelling-sliding-scale-75-200
Find out more »COME OUT BEND KICK OFF EVENT w/ Mariah Counts
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/come-out-bend-w-mariah-counts-tickets-168509322921 COME OUT BEND is a new social group looking to pop up around town and allow you to meeting and explore with new and old friends! THIS EVENT IS OUR FIRST EVENT AND WE ARE HOPING TO SEE LOTS OF YOU THERE! Food, Live Music, Drinks, Social Distancing and good ol social fun! LIVE MUSIC BY: MARIAH COUNTS Mariah's first album, released August 27th, 2021. Having ended a 3 year relationship prior to the world pandemic shut…
Find out more »LGBTQ+ Support Group – Teen
LGBTQ+ Peer Support Group for Teens 13-17 Accpeting OHP and Pacific Source, private pay and sliding scale options available. Contact: Clara Hanson LCSW 541-904-5216 ext 13 clara@brightwayscounseling.com
Find out more »LGBTQ+ Support Group – Adults
LGBTQ+ Peer Support Group for Young Adults 18-30 Accpeting OHP and Pacific Source, private pay and sliding scale options available. Contact: Clara Hanson LCSW 541-904-5216 ext 13 clara@brightwayscounseling.com
Find out more »Oh Yess – A monthly night OUT
Join local LGBTQ+ community at Dogwood to giggle and greet, support and cavort. 21+ Â
Find out more »LGBTQ+ Monthly Climb Night
Monthly LGBTQIA2S+ Climb Night is Back!!! Now at @thecircuitgym_bend Starting June 18th from 6-9 pm . Continuing every third Friday of the month. Free entry and rentals for first timers, non-first timers get 50% off day passes and free rentals! Event is welcome to all LGBTQIA2S+ community members and all experience levels!!! . More info: https://www.outinthewild.org/events
Find out more »LGBTQ+ Support Group – Teen
LGBTQ+ Peer Support Group for Teens 13-17 Accpeting OHP and Pacific Source, private pay and sliding scale options available. Contact: Clara Hanson LCSW 541-904-5216 ext 13 clara@brightwayscounseling.com
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