What are all of these orange butterflies?
Apr 25, 2019
Have you noticed a large number of orange butterflies recently? Read on to learn what they are!
As a neighbor of Deschutes Land Trust's Willow Springs Preserve, we want to keep you up-to-date on activities at the Preserve. That's why we've created this Willow Springs 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!
Willow Springs Preserve Neighbor News Bulletins:
- Spring 2019 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Fall 2018 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Spring 2018 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Fall 2017 Neighbor News Bulletin
- Spring 2017 Neighbor News Bulletin
Other news about Willow Springs Preserve:
The First Few Blossoms of Spring
Apr 08, 2019
The first few blossoms of spring are beginning to appear, and we think it is quite magical. What is blooming in your backyard?
Central Oregon's Waterfowl Face New Challenges
Apr 03, 2019
Research shows that waterfowl are facing new challenges as the climate continues to change.
Rain-on-snow Events in Central Oregon
Jan 10, 2019
As the snow piles up in Central Oregon, the threat of rain-on-snow events looms in every cloudy above-freezing day.
Drought on the Deschutes
Jan 08, 2019
The Deschutes River is in the second year of a serious drought. What can we do now that our water supply is less stable?
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.
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.
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!
Your Guide to the Clouds
May 15, 2018
Do you ever gaze at the sky and wonder what kinds of clouds you see? Check out our guide to clouds and see if you can recognize some of these the next time you've got an eye to the sky.
Giving Fish a Chance
May 03, 2018
Do you know what it’s like to have 2,500 lives in your hands? It’s pretty daunting, but when releasing fish at Land Trust Preserves, it’s also a lot of fun.