Laying the Groundwork for Metolius Preserve Forest Restoration
May 10, 2023
The Land Trust will be mowing portions of the Metolius Preserve this spring to prepare for future forest restoration efforts.
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 Newsletters 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 2022 Neighbor News
- Spring 2022 Neighbor News
- Fall 2021 Neighbor News
- Spring 2021 Neighbor News
- Fall 2020 Neighbor News
- Spring 2020 Neighbor News
- For Neighbor Newsletters from 2019 and before, please contact the Land Trust.
Other news about the Metolius Preserve and Metolius River Preserve:
Spring Wildflowers in Central Oregon
May 04, 2023
Spring has arrived and brought a rainbow of colors along with it! From the most vibrant of yellows to the palest of pinks, keep an eye out for these spring wildflowers the next time you're outside!
Caring for the Land During Muddy Trail Season
Jan 10, 2023
As Central Oregon's winter goes from cold and frozen to warm and sunny, muddy trail conditions begin to appear. For the protection of our beautiful lands, please remember: if you leave tracks, turn back.
Woodpeckers of Central Oregon
Dec 13, 2022
Now that deciduous leaves have fallen off the trees, winter might be the easiest time for spotting woodpeckers. Let’s brush up on a few of the woodpeckers that call Central Oregon home!
Fall Wildlife Wanderings
Dec 08, 2022
Land Trust Preserves were busy this fall—with wildlife! We saw a variety of creatures, from bears, cougars, and elk to songbirds, bobcats, and coyotes. Check out our latest wildlife wanderings!
Fall Colors at Land Trust Preserves
Nov 10, 2022
Did you get to enjoy this year's fleeting fall colors? Enjoy some highlights from a few of the Land Trust's Preserves.
Elk Rutting Season is Here
Oct 06, 2022
The leaves are changing, the days are getting crisper, and pumpkins are for sale at the farmer’s market. That’s right, it’s officially elk rutting season. Wait, what?!? Learn more about the elk mating season.
Summer Wildlife Wanderings
Sep 08, 2022
Central Oregon's wildlife has been on the move this summer! We hope you enjoy the latest installment of wildlife photos and videos from Land Trust Preserves and beyond!
7 Tips for Hiking Safely During Hunting Season
Sep 01, 2022
Planning to hike this fall? Be prepared with our seven tips for hiking safely during hunting season.
Super Bugs in our Water
Aug 01, 2022
Our streams and rivers in Central Oregon are full of life. Some of these stream inhabitants, like macroinvertebrates or water bugs, possess a super power--they can tell us about the health of our local streams and rivers.