Working towards conserving and caring for the lands and waters that sustain Central Oregon, so that local communities and the natural world can flourish for generations to come includes lessening the impacts of climate change in Central Oregon.
Check out our recent blog posts to find out more about the effects that climate change is having in Central Oregon, as well as some ways we can work together to lessen the impacts of climate change:
Nov 29, 2019
What are natural climate solutions? And what do they have to do with Central Oregon and the Deschutes Land Trust?
Aug 19, 2019
Can you make a small impact on such a large, global issue as climate change?
Aug 15, 2019
Fire season is a reality in Central Oregon. Learn how human-caused climate change is increasing the threat of smoke and fire in our community.
Jul 17, 2019
Sophie Boyd-Fliegel reflects on her role as the Land Trust's 2019 summer intern.
Apr 03, 2019
Research shows that waterfowl are facing new challenges as the climate continues to change.
Mar 21, 2019
Retired National Geographic editor of Environment, Dennis Dimick presented our March Nature Night on Living in the Human Age. Enjoy a summary and takeaways from his presentation and find suggested resources to learn more about the Anthropocene and how humans are affecting our planet.
Mar 11, 2019
Recreation is a huge part of many of our lives. But what is our impact on wildlife, trees, plants, and the soil? How can we become better stewards of the lands we enjoy so much?
Jan 10, 2019
As the snow piles up in Central Oregon, the threat of rain-on-snow events looms in every cloudy above-freezing day.
Jan 08, 2019
The Deschutes River is in the second year of a serious drought. What can we do now that our water supply is less stable?
Oct 02, 2018
The Land Trust’s new Metolius River Preserve is home to a rare fen. Ever wonder what a fen is and how it differs from a bog? Read on!