18,742
acres protected
12,600
people connected
125,805
hours donated
Our Mission
The Deschutes Land Trust's mission is to conserve and care for the lands and water that sustain Central Oregon, so local communities and the natural world can flourish together for generations to come. We're celebrating 30 years this year, 1995-2025!
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Volunteer to help survey birds at Indian Ford Meadow Preserve! This site orientation is for folks who have completed the first steps in the bird survey orientation process.
- Join Karen Walsh for Nature Kids, family nature walks in Bend and at Land Trust Preserves!
- Explore the delicate and beautiful world of butterflies at the Metolius Preserve with Sue Anderson.
- Join the Weed Warriors to battle invasive weeds at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve!
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The Land Trust welcomes summer intern Pete Muhitch to the team.
Grab the sippy cups and snacks, lace up the shoes, and head outside with the kids for a rainbow scavenger hunt!
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