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:
Other news about the Metolius Preserve and Metolius River Preserve:
May 10, 2022
More than a third of endangered and threatened species in the US live exclusively in wetlands and around half of North American bird species nest or feed in wetlands. Learn more about this important part of our natural world.
May 09, 2022
The Land Trust partnered with the Forest Service to add more wood to the Metolius River at our Metolius River Preserve in late April. Learn more about the project.
May 09, 2022
The great Arctic (Oeneis nevadensis) butterfly will be back in abundance this year! Learn more about this beautiful native species.
May 05, 2022
The weather is warming and trails are drying out. It’s time to plan some family hikes that are fun for everyone!
Apr 22, 2022
One of the best parts about living in Central Oregon is our abundance of trails for walking, hiking, running, and riding. Check out these tips to give back to the trails you love by making your next outing a little lighter on the land.
Apr 07, 2022
Enjoy the latest slideshow of wildlife photos and videos from Land Trust Preserves and beyond!
Feb 04, 2022
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. Here's why.
Nov 29, 2021
Do you know a grand fir from a Douglas fir? Learn how to tell the difference between the two before you take home a grand fir at the Tree Hunt!
Nov 18, 2021
Beards, wattles, and snoods! Brush up on your wild turkey facts, then impress everyone at the dinner table with your newfound knowledge.
Nov 15, 2021
Elk have captivated the human spirit for as long as we've inhabited North America. Learn more about this majestic animal.
Ponderosa pines at the Metolius Preserve. Photo: Tyler Roemer.
