Before and After Whychus Creek Restoration at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve
Aug 08, 2018
See what Camp Polk Meadow Preserve looks like before and after our restoration of Whychus Creek.
As a neighbor of Deschutes Land Trust's Camp Polk Meadow Preserve, we want to keep you up-to-date on activities at the Preserve. That's why we've created this Camp Polk Meadow Preserve news hub with links to our Neighbor News Bulletins and other updates from the Preserve. We also encourage you to join us for hikes at the Preserve, volunteer at the Preserve, or contact us if you have any questions. Thank you!
Camp Polk Meadow Preserve Neighbor News Bulletins:
- Spring 2018 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Fall 2017 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Spring 2017 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Fall 2016 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Spring 2015 Neighbor News Bulletin
Other news about Camp Polk Meadow Preserve:
What are Those Blue-Bellied Lizards?
Jul 16, 2018
Along the trails at Deschutes Land Trust Preserves, it is likely that the most commonly seen reptile is the Western Fence Lizard. Learn more about these blue-bellied creatures below.
The Magic of Milkweed
Jul 06, 2018
Learn more about the amazing plants that monarch butterflies need to survive, including their historic presence in Central Oregon.
Encouraging a Sense of Wonder in Children
May 09, 2018
Spring is here and with it comes a renewed urge to get outside and play. Sadly not everyone has the opportunity to get outside and explore on a regular basis and more often than not it is our children who are missing out. Here's how we can help children get outside and explore the wonder of nature.
Forest Bathing: How the Forest Can Help You
May 08, 2018
How can being in the forest reduce your stress levels and blood pressure? Look no further than the Japanese technique of forest bathing.
Large sheets of plastic have arrived at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve
May 07, 2018
The Land Trust recently installed some large swaths of plastic around the Hindman Springs portion of Camp Polk Meadow Preserve. What’s going on with all that plastic? Soil solarization!
Giving Fish a Chance
May 03, 2018
Do you know what it’s like to have 2,500 lives in your hands? It’s pretty daunting, but when releasing fish at Land Trust Preserves, it’s also a lot of fun.
May is National Historic Preservation Month
Apr 30, 2018
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.
Trail Ambassadors at Land Trust Preserves
Apr 04, 2018
The Land Trust's Trail Ambassadors will be at Land Trust Preserves to welcome you!
Winter Wildlife Sightings
Apr 04, 2018
You're not the only one that enjoys our Preserves! Find out what creatures have been spotted wandering around over the winter.