Photo: Wasim Muklashy.

Trusting the Land Blog

Welcome to Trusting the Land--musings on land and place in Central Oregon. Featuring staff and volunteers from the Deschutes Land Trust.

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Predators: Why Do They Matter?

Jan 09, 2025
Whether on land, in the water, or in the sky, most carnivores are the top predators of their domain! Find out about the role they play in nature and how we can safely share space with them.

2024 Year in Review

Dec 18, 2024
Travel back in time through 2024 and see how much the Deschutes Land Trust and our community accomplished.

Fall Colors at Land Trust Preserves

Nov 08, 2024
This year, fall colors at Land Trust Preserves have dazzled us. From scarlet reds to saffron yellows and a little bit of everything in between, check out the beautiful colors that have been spotted.

Relax! It’s as Simple as Stepping Outside

Nov 04, 2024
With school back in swing, politics in the air, and the holidays just around the corner, we could all use a moment to breathe. So sit up straight. Drop your shoulders away from your ears. Relax your jaw. Take a deep breath—in for a count of four—let it out with a sigh—and read on!