The Significance of the Hyporheic Zone
Jul 23, 2021
What is the hyporheic zone and why is it significant?
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 2021 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Fall 2020 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Spring 2020 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Fall 2019 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Spring 2019 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Fall 2018 Neighbor News Bulletin
- 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:
Peck's penstemon: A Wildflower Mystery
Jun 14, 2021
Sometimes it’s easy to understand why a species is rare. But sometimes it’s a real mystery why a plant would be found on only 485 square miles of the planet.
Places to Hike for Get Outdoors Day
Jun 01, 2021
In case you needed one more excuse to hit the trails, June 5th is Get Outdoors Day! Here are a few hike suggestions to get you going!
An Update on Native Plant Restoration at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve
May 08, 2021
The Land Trust recently began the fourth and final year of a native plant restoration project at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve.
Wildlife Wanderings
May 03, 2021
Our volunteer photographers and our wildlife cameras have captured some amazing moments the past few months. Enjoy the latest installment of wildlife photos and videos from Land Trust Preserves and beyond!
A Spring Chinook Reintroduction Update
Apr 08, 2021
Learn more about the challenges and opportunities with reintroducing spring Chinook to the Central Oregon region. Then, dive into the efforts the Land Trust and our partners have been taking.
Beavers Remain Busy at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve
Dec 10, 2020
There are some busy beavers at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve! A new beaver lodge has been built, along with additional beaver dams.
Fall Colors
Nov 09, 2020
Did you get out and see the fall colors this year? Enjoy some highlights from a few of the Land Trust's Preserves.
Restoration of Native Plants Continues at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve
Nov 06, 2020
Newly planted vegetation will help restore habitat in and around the historic Hindman Springs portion of Camp Polk Meadow Preserve.
Fall colors and where to find them
Oct 16, 2020
From bright red to golden yellow, get to know some of Central Oregon's colorful plants, and discover where to find them this fall!