A swallowtail butterfly at the Metolius Preserve. Photo: Jay Mather.
A swallowtail butterfly at the Metolius Preserve. Photo: Jay Mather.
Winter in the Northern Hemisphere
Is it winter yet?!? How is winter in the Northern Hemisphere different than in the Southern Hemisphere? Find the answers below.
Thank You for Your Support!
Your year-end support of the Land Trust is truly astonishing! Thank you!
Wildlife Migration: A Primer
In anticipation for our January 31st Nature Night, we're delving into the basics of wildlife migration.
Nature Night Recap: Wildlife and Recreation with Brock McCormick
Wildlife biologist Brock McCormick presented our January Nature Night on Wildlife and Recreation. Enjoy slides from his presentation and find suggested resources to learn more about the impacts of outdoor recreation on wildlife.
The Secret Lives of Bats
To get ready for our February 28th Nature Night let’s review common bat species in Central Oregon and what makes these peculiar animals so incredible.
Nature Night Recap: The Beauty of Bats with Tom Rodhouse and Michael Durham
Ecologist Tom Rodhouse and photographer Michael Durham presented our February Nature Night on The Beauty of Bats. Enjoy takeaways from their presentation and find suggested resources to learn more about bats in Central Oregon.
Women in Conservation
Happy Women’s History Month! In honor of all the great women out there, past and present, we’re profiling women with a commitment to conservation and the environment.
Local women in conservation
In honor of International Women's Day the Land Trust wanted to recognize some awesome local women who rock the local conservation world!
East Cascade dry forests
In preparation for the Land Trust's Nature Night on Megafires, we offer a primer on east Cascade dry forests and their historic conditions. Thanks to The Nature Conservancy forest ecologist Kerry Kemp for this guest blog!
Nature Night Recap: The Era of Megafires with Paul Hessburg
Research scientist and forest ecologist Paul Hessburg presented our March Nature Night on The Era of Megafires. Enjoy takeaways from his presentation and find suggested resources to learn more about wildfire.
Early Spring Wildflowers Guide
Early spring wildflowers are starting to appear in Central Oregon! Here's a guide to help you identify these early bloomers.
Trail Ambassadors at Land Trust Preserves
The Land Trust's Trail Ambassadors will be at Land Trust Preserves to welcome you!
Good dogs
Spring is in the air! As you get ready to head out to your favorite Land Trust Preserve for an early spring hike with your furry friend, we offer this reminder about the importance of keeping dogs on leash and keeping wildlife safe.
Four Interesting and Cool Things about Ochoco Preserve
The Land Trust is excited to share our newest Preservce: Ochoco Preserve! Find out some of the interesting and cool things about the Land Trust's first preserve along the lower Crooked River.
Winter Wildlife Sightings
You're not the only one that enjoys our Preserves! Find out what creatures have been spotted wandering around over the winter.
Crooked River Overview
The Crooked River is a remarkable place. It drains a diverse landscape ranging from the open stands of old ponderosa pines of the Ochoco and Maury Mountains to the high desert grasslands and the rugged basalt canyon of the lower Crooked River.
Ways to Celebrate the Earth
April 22nd is Earth Day! Here are a few ways you can celebrate the earth, today and every day!
Ticks in Central Oregon
Spring is here and warmer weather means it’s time to dust off those hiking boots and hit the trails for some fresh air, epic views, and…ticks.
Be Alert While Biking at Skyline Forest!
Spring is the start of mountain biking season at Skyline Forest. Please make sure to be alert to heavy machinery at this active, commercial timberland.
May is National Historic Preservation Month
Celebrate with historic tours at Land Trust Preserves. Visit one of the oldest structures in Deschutes County, walk wagon roads, or learn about the natural history of the area.