​The conversation around bioregionalism is growing, and the moment is here, in 2026.

​No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Choose your price comfort level by mousing over the "flexible price" to see the + or - range to choose a ticket price range.

​A cross-sector gathering

​Look around... you are not separate from this place, the bioregion called Cascadia, "the land of falling waters" you are a part of it.

​New to bioregionalism? Bioregions help people to understand where and how they are living. It nudges you to think about how -

• ​to live within our watersheds

• ​to experience the soil & geology

• ​to seek personal resilience in spite of climate patterns

• ​to discover the systems which hold animal and plant life

​Loowit, 1980

​The existential threats of 2026 and beyond lie in eerie metaphor with this enormous eruption, May 18th, 1980. Despite the destruction and upheaval, the land has experienced renewal.

​We celebrate Cascadia Day to honor the power of Mother Earth, and attune ourselves to practice our resiliency skills and to take stock of community resources in the face of global uncertainty.

​Cross-generational

​Learn what it means to become resilient, at the community level, and within your own network of friends, family, co-workers. Frontline workers, community organizers, activists, and elders; those carrying both visible and invisible burdens and the working class. Gen Z folks are especially encouraged to attend. Bring your younger sibling! Ask your Gen X friend if they remember the volcano eruption in 1980!

​People are already engaged in resiliency and mutual aid efforts and there are plenty of people already practicing small farming and gardening, composting, marching, protesting, however, some of us are overwhelmed, and frozen with uncertainty. When you come into this gathering, you will see several discussion topics for all of these levels of understanding or interest and passion.

​Artist displays, vendors, a group activity, food & beverages— drop in to discussions, cruise the art activity tables and pull up a chair to hear from the stage: poetry, songs, and learn about the curious and passionate people engaged in bioregionalism activities, including emergency preparedness, sustainability, and geology.

​Discussion pods are still forming-

​Cascadia Day Portland will hold at least 3 sessions. You'll find up to 4 discussions occurring at once, many topics will be repeated. Drop in at any time during the 4-hour period. This is a partial list to follow. These are discussions, however, there may be a few lecture style workshops, all under 40-minutes.

• ​Discussion Pod: The Great Simplification

• ​Rice Museum of Rocks and Minerals

• ​NAMI Portland

• ​Catering by Chef Salem Brown

• ​Sweets and goodies by Gluten Free Gem

• ​Climate Cafe PDX

• ​Music by Meridian Green, Kin, and The Mossy Rocks. Beats by 5keleton

• ​Alexander Baretich, the creator of the Cascadia flag

• ​Inquire about hosting your own Discussion Pod: contact [email protected] - we have 2 spots left!

​Education, healing and resiliency-building.

​A Climate Moxie is one that embodies grit and perseverance through the Long Dark.

​This gathering is being produced through a partnership between Cascadian Action and Cascadia Stack, a fiscal project of CN! a 501c3 non profit organization. The efforts of six "moxie" volunteers have made this event possible; with the support of 1 major donor, a few individual donors, and one benefit night at Burgerville in March, plus in-kind donations from food and beverage providers!

​Food Available for Purchase

• ​Free snacks provided by Whole Foods Market, Hollywood: coconut water, fizzy water, and simple healthy snacks.

• ​Coffee (for purchase) offered by Blind Coffee Roasters, a world-champion roaster located right here in the PDX Metro!

​We’re excited to have a special Cascadia Day menu by Portland chef Salem Brown, featuring seasonal, PNW-inspired comfort food with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free-friendly options available.

​Important: Food is not included with general event admission.
If you’d like a meal, please make sure to purchase an additional add-on: food voucher alongside your event ticket so we can plan quantities accordingly.

​There are 4 meal options ($15 each)

​All meals come with a side of salad, chips, or apple slices.

​1) Tramezzino Plate (Pick any combination of 3)
Crustless Italian finger sandwiches

​---- a) Prosciutto, arugula, spinach & blackberry jam

​---- b) Crab, mayo, eggs, spinach & tomato

​---- c) PNW pesto, spinach, mozzarella, tomato & basil (vegetarian)

​---- d) Bell peppers, sundried tomatoes, pesto & artichoke (vegan)

​2) Kale & Miso Salmon Salad
Kale, spinach, fennel, miso salmon, walnuts & rhubarb dressing

​3) Kale & Chickpea Salad (vegan)
Kale, roasted chickpeas, apples, sunflower seeds & honey mustard dressing

​4) PNW Grilled Cheese
Tillamook cheddar, white sourdough, pesto & tomato

​***Kiddo Grilled Cheese ($6)
Tillamook cheddar on white sourdough

​Ordering Notes

​Please include your preferred meal option(s) in the ticket comments/notes section when purchasing your food ticket so we can plan inventory thoughtfully and reduce unnecessary food waste.

​A limited number of meals may be available for purchase at the event, but pre-orders will be prioritized and help us better estimate ingredients and preparation needs as well as reduce waste.

​Kiddo grilled cheeses do not need to be purchased in advance and will be available at the event while supplies last.

​We’re also excited to share that Gluten Free Gem will be providing complimentary treats for attendees throughout the event!

​About the Chef

​Salem Brown is a Portland-born chef who has been working in restaurants since the age of 15. Alongside his work as a sous chef at Paper Bridge, he creates pop-ups centered around Pacific Northwest cuisine and foraged foods. His cooking focuses on bringing people together through thoughtful, community-centered meals.

​Bioregionalism isn't just a theory, it's a practice.

​We are bioregionalists.