Wild Wanderings
Aug 09, 2017
You're not the only one that enjoys our Preserves! Find out what creatures have been spotted wandering around recently.
Little Boa of the Northwestern Woods
Jul 20, 2017
Broaden your appreciation of the outdoors! Learn more about our native rubber boa--the gentle little boa of the Northwestern woods--from guest blogger and herpetologist, Alan St. John.
The Pygmy Short-Horned Lizard
Jul 05, 2017
Nature writer and reptile specialist, Alan St. John, gives you a glimpse at one of our region's unique cold-blooded critters: the pygmy short-horned lizard.
Tips for an excellent butterfly expedition
Jun 16, 2017
Early summer is the perfect time to try your hand at butterflying! Here are some tips to make your next butterfly expedition a success.
Ten Facts about Golden Eagles
May 01, 2017
The Land Trust's Aspen Hollow Preserve has a golden eagle nest that is currently being used to raise an eaglet. Learn more about the nests and courtship behavior of these magnificent birds.
The Great Basin Spadefoot
Mar 27, 2017
Al St. John shares some interesting facts about the Great Basin spadefoot--a native to our dry sagebrush terrain with a fascinating "tool" at its disposal.
Black Bears with Dana Sanchez
Mar 24, 2017
Wildlife biologist Dana Sanchez presented our March Nature Night on black bears. Enjoy the slides from her presentation and other resources to help you learn about living and playing in bear country.
The Oregon spotted frog with Jay Bowerman
Feb 24, 2017
Biologist Jay Bowerman presented our February Nature Night on the Oregon spotted frog. Enjoy the slides from his presentation and other resources to help you learn about the Oregon spotted frog.
Of amphibians and antifreeze
Feb 15, 2017
Winter is harsh for a multitude of species -- humans included. How do amphibians cope when temperatures dip below freezing?
Native fish return to Metolius basin
Feb 02, 2017
Confirmed! Majority of adult sockeye salmon passed above Round Butte dam were native to the mid-Deschutes River basin.