As Central Oregon's winter goes from cold and frozen to warm and rainy, muddy trail conditions begin to appear. For the protection of our beautiful lands, please remember: if you leave tracks, turn back. Here's why.
They’re in our water, they’re on land, they're in ice, they’re in the air… they’re even in our beer. Read more about the plastic pollution that is happening right under our noses.
What is lichen anyway? Learn more about this fascinating and oft misunderstood organism. Then see a few examples of common lichens in Central Oregon.
Dr. Susanne Brander presented our January Nature Night, A Closer Look at Microplastics. Watch a recording from her presentation and find suggested resources to learn more about what you can do to help stem the plastic tide.
Take some time on a snowy winter day to see where animal tracks might lead you.
What is an insect anyway? Check out just what makes these skittering, buzzing, and chirping animals so amazing. Then, join us for our February Nature Night to learn even more about the importance of insects!
Here in Central Oregon, we often hear about pile burning in our forests. Get a step-by-step account of what goes into planning this type of forest restoration.
In honor of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11th, we chatted with Nature Night presenter Dr. Tara Cornelisse on her science career and journey.
Looking to shake up the usual card options or keep small hands busy? Here are two nature-inspired valentine crafts you can make at home led by Land Trust volunteer Zoë Mowry.
Dr. Tara Cornelisse presented our February Nature Night, The Importance of Insects. Watch a recording from her presentation and find suggested resources to learn more about how you can get involved with insect conservation.
Not quite trees and not quite flowers, we're taking a look at shrubs. Learn about some of the common shrubs in Central Oregon.
Planting milkweed and other native blossoms can be a big help for local monarch butterfly populations. Here's what you need to know about Central Oregon milkweed, including how and why to grow it.
Find out more about traditional ecological knowledge, then look at these concepts in a couple of essays written by Robin Wall Kimmerer, our March Nature Night presenter.
We are excited to see you and join you out on the trails this year. From our Walks + Hikes program to our Preserve guidelines, here’s what you can expect.
Folks are flocking to birding like never before! Here are tips from Land Trust volunteer Ben Ward on how to get started birding.
Early spring wildflowers are starting to appear in Central Oregon! See if you can spot these flowers the next time you're out and about.
Looking to spot a few new birds this year? Here are eight you might see along the Crooked River near the Land Trust's Ochoco Preserve.
Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer presented our March Nature Night, Restoration and Reciprocity. Watch a recording from her presentation and find suggested resources to learn more.
How does the protection of Priday Ranch relate to addressing climate change in Central Oregon? Learn more below.
Looking for a new way to connect with the land this season? Start your own nature journal! Here are five tips to get you going.