Fens, forests, and flowers, oh my!
Oct 02, 2018
Our new Metolius River Preserve is chock full of unique natural features. Learn all about them in this blog post.
Fun Fen Facts
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!
Metolius River Preserve Virtual Tour
Oct 02, 2018
Take a virtual tour of our new Metolius River Preserve and see what we love about this Preserve!
Summer Wildlife Wanderings
Oct 01, 2018
You're not the only one that enjoys our Preserves! Find out what creatures have been spotted wandering around recently.
Fall migratory Birds in Central Oregon
Sep 17, 2018
Oregon is a wonderful place to watch fall bird migration in action because the state is on the migration path for many birds as they head north to south. Here are five migratory birds to look for this fall in Central Oregon.
Volunteer Spotlight: Trail Stewards!
Sep 07, 2018
Each month, we're highlighting Land Trust volunteers. Rain or shine, indoors or out, we truly could not conserve and care for our lands without our outstanding volunteers! This month: our Trail Stewards!
Tips for Hiking During Hunting Season
Sep 03, 2018
Heading out for a hike this fall? Here are 7 tips for hiking during hunting season.
Late Summer Rabbitbrush
Aug 27, 2018
As summer wildflowers fade away, an abundance of yellow begins to appear in the Central Oregon desert. It's time for rabbitbrush to shine.
University of Nottingham research teams at Land Trust Preserves
Aug 20, 2018
The Deschutes Land Trust and Upper Deschutes Watershed Council welcomed internationally renowned river scientist Dr. Colin Thorne and a team of students from the University of Nottingham in England.
The Endangered Species Act
Aug 15, 2018
The Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973 was passed by Congress, who stated that endangered and threatened species of wildlife and plants "are of esthetic, ecological, educational, historical, recreational, and scientific value to the Nation and its people."