Let's Celebrate Moths!
Jul 23, 2018
It’s National Moth Week! Although moths are often overlooked for their more popular cousin the butterfly, moths are actually quite amazing creatures.
As a neighbor of Deschutes Land Trust's Metolius Preserve, we want to keep you up-to-date on activities at the Preserve. That's why we've created this Metolius 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!
August 16th Camp Sherman Open House:
Please join the Deschutes Land Trust for a special Camp Sherman Open House. Enjoy coffee and pastries and learn more about the Land Trust's work to conserve and care for land in the Metolius region.
- Thursday, August 16th, 9 - 10:30 am. Camp Sherman Community Hall.
13025 USFS RD 1419, Camp Sherman, OR 97730
Please RSVP here.
Metolius Preserve Neighbor News Bulletins:
- Spring 2018 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Fall 2017 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Fall 2016 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Spring 2015 Neighbor News Bulletin
Other news about the Metolius Preserve:
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.
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.
Good dogs
Apr 02, 2018
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.
New trail system for the Metolius Preserve
Mar 31, 2018
The Land Trust is very pleased to present a new trail system for the Metolius Preserve!
East Cascade dry forests
Mar 13, 2018
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!
Metolius Preserve bridge construction
Feb 09, 2018
Trails near the south trailhead will be impacted. Please read on for details...
Gary Gustafson joins the Land Trust Board of Directors
Jan 10, 2018
The Land Trust announced today that Gary (Gus) Gustafson of Camp Sherman has joined the Land Trust’s Board of Directors. He brings unique skills, expertise, and passion for conserving land in Central Oregon to the Land Trust.
If You Leave Tracks, Turn Back
Jan 09, 2018
Muddy trail conditions have started in Central Oregon. Remember, if you leave tracks, turn back. Here's why.