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Ochoco Preserve Neighbor News

As a neighbor of Deschutes Land Trust's Ochoco Preserve, we want to keep you up-to-date on activities at and around the Preserve. That's why we've created this Ochoco Preserve news hub with links to our Neighbor Newsletters and other updates from the Preserve. We also encourage you to join us for hikes near the Preserve, volunteer at the Preserve, or contact us if you have any questions. Thank you!

Ochoco Preserve Neighbor News Bulletins:

Other news about Ochoco Preserve:

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.

Hawk Rescued from Ochoco Preserve and Rehabilitated

Aug 01, 2025

A juvenile red-tailed hawk was rescued from Ochoco Preserve, then rehabilitated and released by Think Wild.

High Water Events Test Ochoco Preserve

Apr 27, 2025

Winter storms gave the restoration area a chance to shine.

Fish Reintroduction Update 2025

Apr 10, 2025

Learn how we’re partnering to create a thriving population of spring Chinook salmon and summer steelhead in Central Oregon!

Phase Two of the Ochoco Preserve Project is Wrapping Up

Oct 09, 2024

See how this year's restoration efforts have changed the face of the Preserve.

Ochoco Preserve Project August Update

Aug 09, 2024

The second phase of the Ochoco Preserve Project continues to be underway this summer. See how it is dramatically changing the face of the Preserve in our August update.

Ochoco Preserve Project Update

Jul 09, 2024

The second phase of the Ochoco Preserve Project continues to move forward, dramatically changing the face of the Preserve.

Central Oregonian reports on restoration work happening at Ochoco Preserve

Jun 19, 2024

Phase 2 of the Ochoco Preserve project is nearing completion

Mussel Rescue at Ochoco Preserve and Restoration Work Continues

Jun 05, 2024

The second phase of the major Ochoco Preserve Project is moving forward with a mussel rescue, reshaping along the Crooked River, and woody debris placement.

Busy Beavers Are at it Again

Apr 24, 2024

Those busy beavers are at it again! Beavers are known to alter the land and water around them. These changes have a cascading effect on all parts of our natural world.