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Rimrock Ranch Hike Apr 22, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Hike 4 miles through the canyons and grasslands of Rimrock Ranch.
Kids Explorit I—Camp Polk Meadow Preserve Apr 17, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Explore habitats for plants and animals on this series of tours just for kids!
Earth Day Clean-up at Indian Ford Meadow Apr 22, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM Indian Ford Meadow Preserve,
Spruce up trails for Earth Day!
Bird Walk—Rimrock Ranch Apr 30, 2010 from 08:30 AM to 11:30 AM Rimrock Ranch,
Explore various bird habitats at this private ranch.
2010 Weed Warriors Kick-off! Apr 03, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Become a Weed Warrior and help combat invasive species at Land Trust Preserves.
Tuesday Weed Warriors Apr 06, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Become a Weed Warrior and help combat invasive species on Land Trust conserved lands.
Tuesday Weed Warriors Apr 20, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Become a Weed Warrior and help combat invasive species on Land Trust conserved lands.
Birding at Indian Ford Meadow Preserve May 13, 2010 from 08:30 AM to 10:30 AM Indian Ford Meadow Preserve,
Explore this beautiful little meadow in search of birds.
Whychus Creek Restoration Tour--Camp Polk Meadow Preserve May 27, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Learn the latest about the ongoing restoration project on Whychus Creek.
Rimrock Ranch Tour and Optional Weed Pull Apr 03, 2010 from 09:30 AM to 02:30 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Walk around beautiful Rimrock Ranch, a conserved private ranch outside of Sisters. Then, get inspired and pull a few weeds!
Kids Explorit II—Indian Ford Meadow Preserve May 29, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM Indian Ford Meadow Preserve,
Explore habitats for plants and animals on this series of tours just for kids!
Metolius Preserve Spring Clean-up May 05, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Metolius Preserve,
Clear trails for spring--an official Take Care of Oregon Day event!
Earth Day Bird Walk—Camp Polk Meadow Preserve Apr 22, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Explore the beautiful Camp Polk Meadow Preserve--a local birding hot spot.
Indian Ford Meadow Preserve Sapling Grappling and Weed Pull May 12, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM Indian Ford Meadow Preserve,
Help keep Indian Ford a meadow by clearing encroaching saplings and noxious weeds.
Tuesday Weed Warriors May 04, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Become a Weed Warrior and help combat invasive species on Land Trust conserved lands.
Tuesday Weed Warriors May 18, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Become a Weed Warrior and help combat invasive species on Land Trust conserved lands.
Tuesday Weed Warriors May 25, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Become a Weed Warrior and help combat invasive species on Land Trust conserved lands.
Tuesday Weed Warriors Jun 01, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Become a Weed Warrior and help combat invasive species on Land Trust conserved lands.
Tuesday Weed Warriors Jun 15, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Become a Weed Warrior and help combat invasive species on Land Trust conserved lands.
Weed Pull at Rimrock Ranch Jun 03, 2010 from 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Join Sherry Berrin for weed removal at beautiful Rimrock Ranch.
Butterfly Walk—Metolius Preserve Jun 23, 2010 from 12:00 PM to 02:00 PM Metolius Preserve,
Learn about the ecology and identification of all things fluttery.
Kids Explorit III—Metolius Preserve Jun 19, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM Metolius Preserve,
Explore habitats for plants and animals on this series of tours just for kids!
Aspen Ecology and Wildlife Presentation Mar 29, 2010 from 07:00 PM to 08:00 PM The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave.,
Join Restoration Ecologist Darin Stringer and Wildlife Biologist Tom Rodhouse for a presentation on the Ecology and Stewardship of Quaking Aspen.
Whychus Creek Restoration on Oregon Field Guide Mar 18, 2010 from 08:30 PM to 09:00 PM TV-Oregon Public Broadcasting,
For the last 40 years salmon and steelhead have been missing from a place called Whychus creek. But they’re about to come back, and ecologists are getting busy with bulldozers as they prepare for their return.
13th Annual Cascade Chainbreaker to be Held at Skyline Forest May 09, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Skyline Forest,
Once again, this classic Bend mountain bike race will be held on Skyline Forest.
Pastini Pasta-thon to Benefit the Deschutes Land Trust from May 10, 2010 11:00 AM to May 11, 2010 09:00 PM Pastini Pastaria,
Head to Pastini Pastaria in the Old Mill District for a delicious meal and a great cause. If you mention that you are dining for the Deschutes Land Trust, 50% of the proceeds of your meal will be donated to support our work.
Rimrock Ranch Hike May 06, 2010 from 08:00 AM to 12:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Hike 4 miles through the canyons and grasslands of Rimrock Ranch.
Woodpeckers and Spring Songs Apr 24, 2010 from 08:00 AM to 11:00 AM Metolius Preserve,
Join Steve Dougill for a walk around the Metolius Preserve listening for a variety of woodpecker species.
Bull Springs Hike--Skyline Forest Jun 04, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM Skyline Forest,
Get a firsthand look at the land we are working to protect on this three mile hike to Bull Springs
Rimrock Ranch General Tour with Optional Weed Pull Jun 08, 2010 from 09:30 AM to 10:30 AM Rimrock Ranch,
Land Steward Sherry Berrin leads this tour about our restoration efforts on Rimrock Ranch, a beautiful, conserved private ranch outside of Sisters.
Spring Creek Tour Jun 12, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM Spring Creek,
Tour this lovely, privately owned conservation easement containing the headwaters of Spring Creek near the Metolius River.
Camp Polk Meadow Hike Apr 29, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Explore the unique flora and fauna of Camp Polk Meadow.
Weed Pull at Camp Polk Meadow May 01, 2010 from 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Join the Land Trust Weed Warriors as we pull weeds at Camp Polk Meadow.
Rimrock Ranch Wildflower Hike May 14, 2010 from 08:30 AM to 11:30 AM Rimrock Ranch,
Hike through the canyons and grasslands learning about wildflowers on this beautiful conserved private ranch.
Nature Tour at Camp Polk Meadow May 20, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Explore the diversity of flora and fauna found at this Community Preserve.
Birding at Spring Creek May 28, 2010 from 08:00 AM to 10:30 AM Spring Creek Easement,
Explore this beautiful conservation easement in the Metolius basin in search of birds.
Camp Polk Meadow Wildflowers May 29, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM Camp Polk Meadow,
Explore the meadow in search of wildflowers, including the rare Peck's Penstemon.
Forest Plants of the Metolius May 29, 2010 from 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM Metolius Preserve,
Learn about the plants and forest ecology of the Metolius Preserve with a local expert.
Weed Pull and Forestry Primer at the Metolius Preserve Jun 05, 2010 12:00 AM Metolius Preserve,
Take on the weeds at the Metolius then stay to enjoy a presentation on forest management and the history of the Metolius Preserve. Time TBA.
Owl Prowl Apr 24, 2010 from 05:30 PM to 07:30 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Prowl Camp Polk Meadow Preserve looking for Great Horned owls.
Dirty Half Launch Party Mar 03, 2010 from 06:00 PM to 08:30 PM Footzone of Bend,
Come to the FootZone in Bend to kick-off registration for the 9th annual Dirty Half Trail Run--a benefit for the Deschutes Land Trust.
Dirty Half Trail Run Jun 12, 2011 from 08:00 AM to 11:00 AM Phil's Trail, Bend,
The 10th annual FootZone Dirty Half is a benefit for the Deschutes Land Trust.
Weed Pull—Metolius Preserve Jun 16, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Metolius Preserve,
Help remove invasive weeds at the Metolius Preserve.
Rimrock Ranch Star Party May 15, 2010 from 08:00 PM to 11:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Watch stars and soak in the quiet at Rimrock Ranch.
Weed Pull--Camp Polk Meadow Preserve Apr 28, 2010 from 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Help us get a jump on the spring weeds popping up at Camp Polk Meadow.
Planting Party—Camp Polk Meadow Preserve May 26, 2010 from 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Get involved with the biggest restoration project in Central Oregon--help restore Whychus Creek!
Weed Pull--Camp Polk Meadow Preserve May 06, 2010 from 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Help us get a jump on the spring weeds popping up at Camp Polk Meadow.
Wildflowers and Ecology—Metolius Preserve Jun 19, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM Metolius Preserve,
Explore wildflowers and forest ecology with a local expert.
Whychus Restoration Tour--Camp Polk Meadow Preserve Jun 26, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Learn the latest about the ongoing restoration project on Whychus Creek.
Tuesday Weed Warriors Jul 06, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Become a Weed Warrior and help combat invasive species on Land Trust conserved lands.
Star Party—Rimrock Ranch Jul 10, 2010 from 08:30 PM to 11:30 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Soak in the stars and quiet of Rimrock Ranch.
Nature Walk—Camp Polk Meadow Preserve Jul 12, 2010 from 08:00 AM to 10:30 AM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Explore the wildflowers and wildlife of this Sisters-area meadow.
Tuesday Weed Warriors Jul 13, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Become a Weed Warrior and help combat invasive species on Land Trust conserved lands.
Bull Springs Hike—Skyline Forest Jul 17, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM Skyline Forest,
Hike to a year-round spring and get a firsthand look at the land the Land Trust is working to protect.
Mountain Bike Ride—Skyline Forest Jul 18, 2010 from 09:30 AM to 01:00 PM Skyline Forest,
Ride the current trail network and imagine the possibilities on a mountain bike ride through Skyline Forest.
Family Butterfly Walk—Metolius Preserve Jul 23, 2010 from 09:30 AM to 12:00 PM Metolius Preserve,
Bring your family out for a day in the woods with the butterflies.
Lake Creek Trail Hike & Lunch—Metolius Preserve Jul 20, 2010 from 10:30 AM to 01:30 PM Metolius Preserve, North Fork,
Hike the new Lake Creek Trail from the Metolius Preserve to Suttle Lake.
Tuesday Weed Warriors Jul 20, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Become a Weed Warrior and help combat invasive species on Land Trust conserved lands.
Wildflower Walk—Metolius Preserve Jul 22, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM Metolius Preserve,
Catch fleeting summer wildflowers while you can!
Bull Springs & Beyond Horseback Ride—Skyline Forest Jul 27, 2010 from 11:00 AM to 03:00 PM Skyline Forest,
Explore Skyline Forest on your horse!
Tuesday Weed Warriors Jul 27, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Become a Weed Warrior and help combat invasive species on Land Trust conserved lands.
Butterfly Walk—Metolius Preserve Aug 06, 2010 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM Metolius Preserve,
Explore the delicate world of butterflies.
Tuesday Weed Warriors Aug 03, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Become a Weed Warrior and help combat invasive species on Land Trust conserved lands.
Three Creek Butte Hike—Skyline Forest Aug 07, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM Skyline Forest,
Climb a butte, take in the views, and see how big Skyline Forest really is.
Measure 76 Election Night Party Nov 02, 2010 from 06:30 PM to 09:00 PM McMenamins Old St. Francis School -- The Rambler Room,
A festive atmosphere where supporters of Measure 76 can watch live election results.
First Saturday Weed Warriors Aug 07, 2010 from 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM Spring Creek,
Join the Weed Warriors as they combat invasive species at a protected property with a delicate wetland.
Family Water Bugs—Metolius Preserve Aug 14, 2010 from 01:00 PM to 02:30 PM Metolius Preserve,
Get wet and have fun while learning about water bugs and their habitat.
Tuesday Weed Warriors Aug 17, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Become a Weed Warrior and help combat invasive species on Land Trust conserved lands.
Thomas Preserve Paddle Aug 18, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 02:00 PM Thomas Preserve,
Join us for this annual float trip to the Land Trust's island Preserve.
Mountain Bike Ride—Skyline Forest Aug 29, 2010 from 08:00 AM to 11:30 AM Skyline Forest,
Ride the current trail network and imagine the possibilities on a mountain bike ride through Skyline Forest.
First Saturday Weed Warriors Sep 04, 2010 from 08:30 AM to 12:30 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Be a Weed Warrior and combat invasive species at a Camp Polk Meadow Preserve.
Family Lizard Walk—Metolius Preserve Sep 11, 2010 from 01:00 PM to 03:00 PM Metolius Preserve,
Search for lizards and other critters with Al St. John, author of Reptiles of the Northwest.
Planting Party—Camp Polk Meadow Preserve Sep 11, 2010 from 09:30 AM to 02:00 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Help restore Whychus Creek at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve.
Planting Party—Camp Polk Meadow Preserve Sep 15, 2010 from 09:30 AM to 02:00 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Help restore Whychus Creek at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve.
Three Creek Butte Horseback Ride—Skyline Forest Sep 15, 2010 from 11:00 AM to 03:00 PM Skyline Forest,
Ride your horse up Three Creek Butte and more on this 10-12 mile ride.
Planting Party—Camp Polk Meadow Preserve Sep 18, 2010 from 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Help restore Whychus Creek at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve.
Skyline Forest Hike Sep 23, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM Skyline Forest,
Explore Skyline Forest on a 3-5 mile hike.
Whychus Restoration Tour—Camp Polk Meadow Preserve Sep 23, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Learn the latest about the ongoing restoration project on Whychus Creek.
Metolius Preserve Hike Sep 25, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM Metolius Preserve,
Explore the rich habitats of the largest Land Trust Preserve.
Alder Springs Hike Sep 26, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM Alder Springs,
Hike to the confluence of Whychus Creek and the Deschutes River.
Star Party—Rimrock Ranch Oct 09, 2010 from 06:00 PM to 09:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Soak in the stars and quiet of Rimrock Ranch.
Skyline Forest Hikes Oct 16, 2010 from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM Skyline Forest,
Explore Skyline Forest on a pair 3-5 mile hikes.
Fall Colors Hike—Rimrock Ranch Oct 20, 2009 from 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM Rimrock Ranch,
Enjoy fall colors at Rimrock Ranch.
Lake Creek Trail Hike & Lunch—Metolius Preserve Oct 22, 2010 from 10:30 AM to 01:30 PM Metolius Preserve, North Fork,
Hike the new Lake Creek Trail from the Metolius Preserve to Suttle Lake.
Nature Walk—Camp Polk Meadow Preserve Nov 04, 2010 from 10:30 AM to 01:00 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Explore the diversity of flora and fauna of this 145 acre meadow.
Hump Day Hash Concert Jul 28, 2010 from 06:00 PM to 09:00 PM Century Center, Bend, OR,
Benefit concert for the Land Trust featuring Blowin' Smoke
Writing from Place—Metolius Preserve Sep 04, 2010 from 11:00 AM to 02:00 PM Metolius Preserve,
Join author Mary Sojourner for a workshop on writing from the land.
Writing from Place for Families—Camp Polk Meadow Preserve Sep 25, 2010 from 11:00 AM to 02:00 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Join author Mary Sojourner for a workshop on writing from the land.
Writing from Place—Metolius Preserve Oct 27, 2010 from 11:00 AM to 02:00 PM Metolius Preserve,
Join author Mary Sojourner for a workshop on writing from the land.
Writing from Place for Families—Camp Polk Meadow Preserve Oct 30, 2010 from 11:00 AM to 02:00 PM Camp Polk Meadow Preserve,
Join author Mary Sojourner for a workshop on writing from the land.
Forestry Tour—Metolius Preserve Oct 08, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Metolius Preserve, North Fork Kiosk,
Tour the Metolius Preserve while crews thin and help restore the Preserve's old growth ponderosa pine forest.
15th Anniversary Kick-off Celebration Sep 20, 2010 from 05:00 PM to 09:00 PM Deschutes Brewery & Public House, Downtown Bend,
Dedication and celebration at Deschutes Brewery & Public House.
15th Anniversary Open House Oct 20, 2010 from 05:30 PM to 07:30 PM Aspen Hall in Bend,
Celebrate successes, honor volunteers, and catch a preview of upcoming projects at the Land Trust's annual membership open house.
Book signing with Jack Nesbit, Author of The Collector Oct 03, 2010 from 06:30 PM to 08:00 PM Paulina Springs Bookstore, Sisters, OR,
Author Jack Nesbit will be reading and signing copies of his newest book, The Collector, at Paulina Springs Bookstore in Sisters, Oregon.
15th Anniversary Open House
Celebrate successes, honor volunteers, and catch a preview of upcoming projects at the Land Trust's annual membership open house.
Book signing with Jack Nesbit, Author of The Collector Oct 02, 2010 from 06:30 PM to 08:00 PM Paulina Springs Bookstore, Redmond, OR,
Author Jack Nesbit will be reading and signing copies of his newest book, The Collector, at Paulina Springs Bookstore in Redmond, Oregon.
Larry Berrin
Beer with Benefits Night at Old Mill Brew Werks from Dec 06, 2010 04:00 PM to Dec 27, 2010 06:00 PM 384 SW Upper Terrace Drive (off Wilson Ave.),
Support the Deschutes Land Trust on Mondays in December at Old Mill Brew Werks.
Get your Land Trust 15th Anniversary Gear for the holidays! from Dec 05, 2010 03:55 PM to Dec 31, 2010 11:55 PM Order online!,
Our cozy hoodies, vests, and jackets along with unique upcycled market bags won't be around long!
Metolius Preserve Tree Hunt Dec 04, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM Metolius Preserve, North Fork kiosk,
Come cut your own holiday tree at this annual Land Trust event.
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