Beavers have been stewarding the fresh water-ways across the top half of our planet for millions of years. Jakob Shockey, Executive Director oft Project Beaver, will discuss beavers, what they do and why they do it, and how we can partner with them to build ecological wealth.

Pat Pfremmer, will talk about some of her fascinating cases and experiences as a private investigator.

District Governor Chris Waugh will visit our club bringing us up to date on District and Rotary International projects.

Eighty-seven years ago, Medford's high school track coach, Bill Bowerman, created a unique high school invitational track meet. What makes this meet special is that all track and field events are conducted in a relay (team) format. Coach Bowerman went on to become one of the most renowned track coaches in history, sending many athletes… Read More

Workshop leaders Chuck Root, Marc, Jennifer, Breann, Paul and Liz will share hints and tips for membership growth.

The program will include scholarships awarded for 2026,  plus a presentation from South Medford High School regarding the impact of those funds.  Two student scholarship recipients will be introduced by Stacy Carle, Career Center Coordinator.

Anne Batzer will tell us about inflation both here and in Kenya and how it has threatened the Makena Children's Foundation, but thanks to our club’s support, and transition planning, the future is brighter than ever.

Most of us know something about our preferences when tasting coffee, but few know about the entire year of work that goes into a good cup. Community Liaison, Megan Bassett of Eugene-based Café Mam, will share fresh brewed coffee, photos and a short film made during Café Mam's 2025 visit with their producer partners in… Read More

Shari Anderson, a fisheries biologist, will provide details on the world's largest river restoration project: the Klamath Dam Removal Project which removed four mainsteam dams and opened over 400 miles of river to anadromous salmonids. She will walk through current signs of recovery and how fish are making their return to the Upper Basin after… Read More

Mark Wisnovsky, Co-Owner of Valley View Winery, will discuss the huge changes in the wine business worldwide in the past couple years as well as the challenges and opportunities exporting wines around the world.

NFL Referee, Aaron Santi, will give us a look behind the scenes at the job of an NFL official and the professional path to get there.  You see them for 3 hours per week on Sunday afternoons in the fall, but what goes into the job beyond what you see on the field?

Michelle Corradetti will share her recent Rotary Friendship Exchange to Peru, highlighting the experiences, the people, and the projects.

Every child deserves a champion.  CASA’s are sometimes the one person who is consistent in these children’s lives.  The impact a CASA can make on a child’s life is life… Read More

Blair Mood, a member of the Mt. Ashland Board of Directors, will talk about their need to upgrade the chair lifts, the new and fun summer activities, including drive-in movies,… Read More

Erin Martin-Founier, Director of Advocacy Services and Susan Aaronson, Development Director of Community works will discuss how Community Works provides hope, support and empowerment to those who experience violence in… Read More

US Congressman Cliff Benz will give us an update on what is happening in Washington, DC and a report on the Oregon wildfires.

Desi Zamudio will talk about hope in a hungry world and conservation infrastructure, and how this can apply locally.

Kristen Roy, Senior VP, Chief Public Affairs Officer and General Counsel for Asante Health, will provide an overview of Asante’s history, recent achievements and strategic growth initiatives. She will highlight… Read More

Donna Fagan-Pelissier, Butte Creek Mill Foundation President, will share the remarkable story of the Butte Creek Mill—from its beginnings in 1872 and the devastating 2015 fire to its restoration and… Read More

In June 2026, 244 of the region's business, government, and community leaders answered the same structured questions about the economy of Jackson and Josephine counties. This presentation shares what they… Read More