Winter Range Closures Protect Deer and Elk

Dec 10, 2025

To protect deer and elk moving through their winter range, Skyline Forest and other areas in Central Oregon are closed to motorized vehicle access December 1st through March 31st.

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In Memoriam: Martin Winch

Dec 10, 2025

It is with great sadness that we note the passing of Martin Winch.

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Thank You to Our Giving Tuesday Supporters!

Dec 04, 2025

The Deschutes Land Trust community showed up in a BIG way on Giving Tuesday! More than 200 supporters donated $158,000 in a single day!

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Fall Flat and Cram Fire Recovery Update

Nov 08, 2025

Initial efforts underway to manage weeds, repair roads, plan for reforestation, and more.

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Ochoco Preserve Update

Nov 07, 2025

The Land Trust completed another round of restoration plantings at Ochoco Preserve, and we worked with partners to monitor native fish populations in McKay Creek.

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Carol Wall Receives 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award

Nov 06, 2025

The Land Trust hosted a volunteer event at the end of October to thank and recognize our amazing volunteers. We were pleased to give our 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award to volunteer Carol Wall.

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Land Trust Recognizes Outstanding Volunteers

Nov 05, 2025

We are so lucky to have so many amazing volunteers who are dedicated to conserving and caring for land and sharing our work with other Central Oregonians. Learn more about these folks!

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Bend Bulletin highlights fall colors along the Metolius Preserve's Larch Trail Loop

Nov 05, 2025

Learn more about Larch Trail Loop in all its autumnal glory!

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Botany Surveys at Priday Ranch Show Diversity of Native Plants

Nov 03, 2025

Botany surveys conducted this summer at Priday Ranch revealed a greater diversity of native plants than previously known.

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Elk Research from Paulina Creek Preserve Completed

Nov 02, 2025

The Land Trust provided assistance with elk research being conducted by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, including data collection from Paulina Creek Preserve.

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