February DSAT Work Session Summary 

The February 2026 DSAT (Defensible Space Action Team) Work Session brought together 24 participants from 15 organizations to strengthen community wildfire resilience in southern Deschutes and northern Klamath counties. The group focused on three main objectives: creating consistent outreach messaging, identifying ways to help neighborhoods become FireWise, and improving coordination around fire mitigation projects. Framed within the broader Fire Adapted Communities approach, DSAT emphasized its niche in resident mitigation (defensible space and home hardening), partnerships and outreach, and selected landscape treatments to complement other regional efforts. A major portion of the workshop explored how to tailor wildfire preparedness messaging to…
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Newberry Country Food Project

Join Us in Strengthening Our Community! Live Well La Pine is proud to support the Newberry Country Food Project, a simple and meaningful way for neighbors to help neighbors. By giving just a little at a time, our community keeps local food pantries stocked and ensures that no one in South County goes without support. Whether you’re a Donor, a Newberry Country Food Project Organizer, or a Local Community Drop‑Off Food Pantry Partner, your involvement helps ensure that every neighbor has access to nutritious food and compassionate support. Together, we are building a stronger, more connected Newberry Country region —…
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Winter Walk and Roll

February 4, 2026 & May 6, 2026 La Pine Elementary School -  On February 4 and May 6, La Pine Elementary School will participate in Winter Walk & Roll Day to encourage walking, biking or otherwise rolling to and from school. Walk & Roll groups will depart at the following times, at the designated locations. You can also join along the way. Please confirm with your student(s) in advance, how they will commute home after school.  Victory Way & Putney Lane – Meet on northwest corner, near the La Pine Senior Activity Center, departing 7:15 a.m.  Third Street & Huntington…
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MyChart: Learn about your health records

Rya Fennewald is a member of the Live Well La Pine Action Team Date: Tuesday, January 13 Time: 1:00-2:30 p.m. Location: La Pine Library Has your doctor or healthcare provider ever mentioned MyChart? Come learn about this electronic health-record portal that works both in a web browser and app. We'll go over how MyChart can help you keep all your health information in one place, communicate with your providers, and have a virtual visit. You'll also learn about the portal's privacy and security features. Sign Up Today! Call: Rya Fennewald 541-617-7092 Email: ryaf@deschuteslibrary.org
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Stroke 101 – An Educational Program

🧠 STROKE 101 EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM – Join Us in La Pine! Did you know that recognizing the signs of a stroke can save lives? Come learn from experts at Stroke Awareness Oregon (SAO) and make a difference in our community! 📅 When: Wednesday, January 7th at 11:30 AM 📍 Where: La Pine Senior Activity Center, 16450 Victory Way, La Pine, OR 🍴 What's Included: Enjoy a FREE community lunch for 60+ (donations suggested for others) + an informative Stroke 101 Presentation What You'll Learn: ✅ Signs & symptoms of stroke (BEFAST method) ✅ What to do in an emergency ✅…
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