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Proposed preserve would protect Whychus canyon - Aug 10, 2010 - The Nugget News

The Nugget News covers the Land Trust's work to create the Whychus Canyon Preserve.

Yelling Fire in a Crowded Forest: Rooster Rock spares Skyline but highlights the danger of homes in the forest - Aug 10, 2010 - The Source Weekly

The Source Weekly covers the Rooster Rock fire and its impacts on Skyline Forest.

Rooster Rock Fire at 6,000 acres - Aug 06, 2010 - Bend Bulletin

The Bend Bulletin covers the Rooster Rock fire which is burning Skyline Forest.

Studying ecological restoration - Jun 21, 2010 - Bend Bulletin

The Bend Bulletin reports on students and their ecological field studies at Land Trust Preserves.

Time will heal new forest - Jun 09, 2010 - Bend Bulletin

Bend Bulletin editorial on the new Gilchrist State Forest and its connection to Skyline Forest.

New trail completed from Camp Sherman to Suttle Lake - Jun 08, 2010 - The Nugget News

The Sisters Nugget covers the new trail that links Camp Sherman and Suttle Lake via the Land Trust's Metolius Preserve.

Oregon to dedicate the Gilchrist State Forest on June 11 - Jun 01, 2010 - Oregon Department of Forestry

New state forest was purchased from Fidelity Timber--owners of the 33,000 acre Skyline Forest that the Land Trust is working to conserve.

Woodpeckers love to hammer away in central Oregon's Metolius Basin - May 23, 2010 - The Oregonian

The Oregonian features woodpecker watching in the Metolius basin--including the Land Trust's Metolius Preserve.

Mill Creek Parcel to be Protected - Jan 20, 2010 - The Bulletin

The Bulletin covers the protection of Coffer Ranch by the Deschutes Land Trust.

Conservation groups hope to buy forestlands to manage - Dec 28, 2009 - The Oregonian

The Oregonian covers the Deschutes Land Trust's quest to conserve Skyline Forest.

When the land's worth more than the trees - Dec 26, 2009 - The Oregonian

The Oregonian covers the conversion of private timberlands in the northwest. This two-part series features the Deschutes Land Trust's Skyline Forest project.

Land Trust might buy Whychus Creek ranch - Dec 16, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

The Bend Bulletin covers the Land Trust's recent option to purchase Whispering Star Ranch on Whychus Creek near Sisters.

Deal appears close for new state forest near Gilchrist - Dec 10, 2009 - The Bend Bulletin

A Bend Bulletin article on the acquistion of forest land by the State.

Choosing Sisters' Christmas Tree - Nov 29, 2009 - The Nugget News

The Nugget News reports on the cutting of the Sisters Christmas Tree from Skyline Forest.

Streamside planting restores creekside - Nov 17, 2009 - The Nugget News

The Nugget News reports on recent plantings at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve.

Skyline Forest open for 'test drive' - Oct 27, 2009 - Nugget News

The Nugget News covers a recent Skyline Forest tour.

Funai receives governor's volunteer award - Oct 08, 2009 - The Nugget News

The Nugget News of Sisters details Land Trust volunteer Norma Funai's recent volunteer award.

Sisters wildlife volunteer receives governor’s award - Sep 30, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

A Bend Bulletin article about Land Trust volunteer Norma Funai's recent Lifetime Achievement Award.

Native Seed - Sep 23, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

A Bend Bulletin article about Clearwater Native Plant Nursery. Clearwater is the nursery growing all the plants for the Camp Polk Meadow restoration.

‘Greenprint’ survey aims to identify which areas to conserve - Sep 18, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

The Bend Bulletin covers the Deschutes County Greenprint and the current survey which is open for feedback.

Fish reintroduction: The work, the money and the risks behind dozens of projects - Sep 13, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

The Bend Bulletin chronicles the collaborative work to reintroduce native fish runs.

Skyline Forest offers unique opportunity - Aug 26, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

A Bend Bulletin editorial on Skyline Forest.

Study: Skyline Forest at risk - Aug 25, 2009 - The Bend Bulletin

The Bend Bulletin reports on a recent Forest Service study about habitat loss if Skyline Forest was developed.

Rolling Out the Greenprint - Aug 20, 2009 - The Source Weekly

Inside Deschutes County's largest conservation planning effort to date.

How you can help create the Skyline Community Forest - Aug 15, 2009 - The Bulletin

Learn how you can be a part of Oregon's first community forest.

Help shape our area's 'greenprint' - Aug 01, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

A Bend Bulletin editorial on the Greenprint for Deschutes County.

Banner year for Skyline Forest - Jul 27, 2009 - The Bulletin

The Bulletin editorial on Skyline Forest.

U.S. Senate bill would give a boost to Skyline preservation - Jul 24, 2009 - The Bulletin

The Bulletin details proposed bill that would help with Skyline Forest acquisition.

First phase of stream restoration nears completion - Jul 07, 2009 - The Nugget News

The Nugget News reports on the stream restoration at the Land Trust's Camp Polk Meadow Preserve.

House: Skyline bill, yes; Metolius bill, no - Jun 17, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

The Bend Bulletin covers the passage of Skyline legislation out of the Oregon House.

State Senate OKs Skyline Forest measure - Jun 13, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

The Bend Bulletin details the passage of Skyline Forest legislation.

Agreement paves way for protection of Skyline Forest - May 27, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

A Bend Bulletin article on the legislation for Skyline Forest.

Skyline Forest deal taking shape - May 26, 2009 - The Nugget News

The Nugget News covers the Land Trust's Skyline Forest project.

Land Trust formally launches Camp Polk project - May 26, 2009 - The Nugget News

Nugget News article on the Land Trust's Camp Polk Meadow restoration project.

Sisters-Area Restoration Hopes To Bring Back Steelhead - May 20, 2009 - OPB News

OPB radio covers the restoration of Whychus Creek at the Land Trust's Camp Polk Meadow Preserve.

$1.5M grant may be last piece of fund puzzle for Skyline Forest - May 19, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

Bend Bulletin article on funding for the Land Trust's Skyline Forest project.

Whychus Creek’s restoration - May 14, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

Bend Bulletin article highlights the major restoration projects on Whychus Creek.

House passes Skyline Forest bill - May 13, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

Bend Bulletin article gives and update on the Skyline Forest legislation.

Neither side thrilled as Skyline bill advances - Apr 29, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

Bend Bulletin article reports on Skyline Forest legislation.

Volunteers keep vigil over forests - Apr 28, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

Bend Bulletin article describes volunteer efforts along Whychus Creek.

With land deal in works, Skyline Forest in reach - Apr 24, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

Bend Bulletin article provides an update on the Land Trust's Skyline Forest project.

Deal still possible for Skyline Forest - Apr 07, 2009 - The Bulletin

Bend Bulletin article comments on progress of the Land Trust's Skyline Forest project.

Putting Whychus Creek back on course - Apr 01, 2009 - The Nugget News

The Nuggest News of Sisters reports on the Deschutes Land Trust's restoration of Camp Polk Meadow Preserve.

Rebuilding a waterway, for fish and for people - Jan 19, 2009 - Bend Bulletin

Bend Bulletin article features the restoration of Whychus Creek including the Land Trust's Camp Polk Meadow Preserve.

Land deal returns slice of Klamath tribal homeland - Dec 18, 2008 - The Oregonian

The Oregonian covers a land deal between the Klamath tribes and Cascade Timberlands--owners of Skyline Forest.

Trust working to preserve Alder Springs - Dec 16, 2008 - Nugget News

Nugget News article about the Land Trust's efforts to conserve land near Alder Springs.

'Sense of urgency' on Skyline Forest - Dec 09, 2008 - Nugget News

Nugget News article covers recent developments with the Land Trust's Skyline Forest project.

Back to the Drawing Board: Homes for acres deal at Skyline hits the wall - Dec 03, 2008 - The Source Weekly

The Source Weekly gives an update on the Land Trust's Skyline Forest project.

Cutting-edge work shows how forests will react to change - Nov 30, 2008 - Bend Bulletin

Bend Bulletin article highlights forestry research on lands including Skyline Forest.

As other investments fade, forests remain attractive - Nov 30, 2008 - Bend Bulletin

Bend Bulletin article about local forestlands including Skyline Forest.

Deal to trade forestland for development rights falls through - Nov 26, 2008 - Bend Bulletin

Bend Bulletin article: Land Trust pursues other Skyline Forest conservation options

Forest plan needs friends - Nov 24, 2008 - Bend Bulletin

Bend Bulletin editorial on Skyline Forest.

Invest in the forest for Oregon’s future - Nov 23, 2008 - Bend Bulletin

Bend Bulletin editorial comments on plans for local forests owned by Fidelity National Financial--owners of Skyline Forest.

Making plans to coordinate a green future - Aug 26, 2008 - Bend Bulletin

The Trust for Public Land partners with local groups, including the Deschutes Land Trust, to plan green spaces for the future.

State should talk to forest neighbors - Jul 06, 2008 - Bend Bulletin

A Bend Bulletin editorial about Skyline Forest.

State looks to protect forestland in region - Jul 02, 2008 - Bend Bulletin

Bull Springs Tree Farm is among 400 square miles here that could become safe from development.

State negotiating to buy large parcels of Central Oregon forest - Jun 11, 2008 - Bend Bulletin

The deal, which may include partners, would aim to stem land’s development

The man behind the Dirty Half - Jun 03, 2008 - The Bulletin

Dirty Half Trail Run benefits the Deschutes Land Trust.

Land trust thins some trees to let others thrive: It’s about the big picture - Feb 28, 2008 - Bend Bulletin

Land Trust's aspen restoration project takes off at Indian Ford Meadow Preserve.

$4M grant to benefit fish projects - Jan 18, 2008 - Bend Bulletin

4 Central Oregon groups will split funds to boost salmon, steelhead

Land north of Smith Rock to remain undeveloped - Dec 28, 2007 - Bend Bulletin

Land protected near Smith Rock State Park by the Deschutes Land Trust.