Summer Wildlife Wanderings
Oct 01, 2018
You're not the only one that enjoys our Preserves! Find out what creatures have been spotted wandering around recently.
As a neighbor of Deschutes Land Trust's Whychus Canyon Preserve, we want to keep you up-to-date on activities at the Preserve. That's why we've created this Whychus Canyon 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 Preserve, volunteer at the Preserve, or contact us if you have any questions. Thank you!
Whychus Canyon Preserve Neighbor News Bulletins:
- Fall 2018 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Spring 2018 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Fall 2017 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Spring 2017 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Fall 2016 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Spring 2015 Neighbor News Bulletin
Other news about Whychus Canyon Preserve:
Volunteer Spotlight: Trail Stewards!
Sep 07, 2018
Each month, we're highlighting Land Trust volunteers. Rain or shine, indoors or out, we truly could not conserve and care for our lands without our outstanding volunteers! This month: our Trail Stewards!
Late Summer Rabbitbrush
Aug 27, 2018
As summer wildflowers fade away, an abundance of yellow begins to appear in the Central Oregon desert. It's time for rabbitbrush to shine.
University of Nottingham research teams at Land Trust Preserves
Aug 20, 2018
The Deschutes Land Trust and Upper Deschutes Watershed Council welcomed internationally renowned river scientist Dr. Colin Thorne and a team of students from the University of Nottingham in England.
What are Those Blue-Bellied Lizards?
Jul 16, 2018
Along the trails at Deschutes Land Trust Preserves, it is likely that the most commonly seen reptile is the Western Fence Lizard. Learn more about these blue-bellied creatures below.
Banding American Kestrels
Jul 09, 2018
American Kestrels are in decline throughout the United States, which is just one reason the Deschutes Land Trust is working with the American Kestrel Partnership to learn more about these fascinating birds.
The Magic of Milkweed
Jul 06, 2018
Learn more about the amazing plants that monarch butterflies need to survive, including their historic presence in Central Oregon.
Spring Wildlife Wanderings
Jul 02, 2018
We love spring because baby animals are out exploring our Preserves for the first time! Check out the slideshow for some of the wildlife we have seen this spring.
Summer Wildflowers Guide
Jun 22, 2018
Summer has officially arrived! Explore your Land Trust Preserves and see if you can find all of these summer wildflowers!
Appreciating Central Oregon's Beauty
May 29, 2018
Here are 5 quick and easy steps to appreciating the natural beauty of Central Oregon in the best possible way.