Nature's Solace In These Times
Mar 16, 2020
Outreach manager Jana Hemphill heads outdoors to find solace during the COVID-19 pandemic.
As a neighbor of Deschutes Land Trust's Metolius Preserve and Metolius River Preserve, we want to keep you up-to-date on activities at the Preserves. That's why we've created this Metolius Preserve and Metolius River 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 Preserves, volunteer at the Preserves, or contact us if you have any questions. Thank you!
Metolius Preserve and Metolius River Preserve Neighbor News Bulletins:
- 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
- Fall 2016 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Spring 2015 Neighbor News Bulletin
Other news about the Metolius Preserve and Metolius River Preserve:
Top 3 Reasons to Join a Walks + Hikes Waitlist
Mar 10, 2020
It's a popular time of year to register for a Land Trust Walk or Hike! But don't despair when you see a wait list; here are three reasons why it's worth your while to join the wait list.
Etiquette During Muddy Trail Season
Mar 03, 2020
With warmer temperatures, muddy trail conditions have started to appear in Central Oregon. Remember, if you leave tracks, turn back. Here's why.
Restoration and Humanism in the Anthropocene
Feb 21, 2020
In the face of climate change, the Deschutes Land Trust, our partners, and other groups continue to work to restore habitats. What values and ideals are reflected in this work?
A Photo Retrospective, Conserving Central Oregon
Feb 10, 2020
Volunteer photographer, Jay Mather, has given over 500 hours of service to the Land Trust. He continues to inspire conservation in our community by sharing his photos from our Preserves.
The Nature of Central Oregon: Black Bears
Feb 06, 2020
Black bears are an integral part of nature in Central Oregon. Get to know these beautiful but often misunderstood creatures.
A Winter Scavenger Hunt
Dec 16, 2019
Don't let the winter cold keep you and your family inside. Enjoy the natural world with a winter scavenger hunt!
Metolius Preserve Tree Hunt is canceled
Dec 02, 2019
The Land Trust's annual Tree Hunt has been canceled due to snow levels at the Metolius Preserve near Camp Sherman.
Natural Climate Solutions, Explained
Nov 29, 2019
What are natural climate solutions? And what do they have to do with Central Oregon and the Deschutes Land Trust?
Gobble up these turkey facts!
Nov 25, 2019
Turkey red, Turkey blue, Turkey facts for me and you!