Nature Kids at Home: Hand Lens Fun!
Apr 01, 2026
Get close with the natural world! Use a hand lens to reveal a whole new world of things you might not have noticed before.
Children and nature go together like peanut butter and jelly. To help you get outside and exploring, we've pulled together some resources on how to do just that! Whether you are visiting your backyard, National Forest, or your Land Trust Community Preserves, we want to help you get out there and explore.
Join the Land Trust for Nature Kids!
Mar 10, 2026
Join the Land Trust for our series of outings just for families—Nature Kids!
How Foxes Hunt in a Hidden Winter World
Jan 09, 2026
When snow falls over Central Oregon, it’s easy to think the land is asleep. But beneath the snow lies a world that is very much awake!
Leaf-ing Time for Creative Crafts
Oct 20, 2025
Kids and adults alike can create beautiful festive art this fall with only a short walk and a few supplies!
Where Does Our Water Come From?
Aug 08, 2025
Follow Wally the water droplet as they visit Central Oregon!
It's Time for a Rainbow Scavenger Hunt!
Jun 09, 2025
Grab the sippy cups and snacks, lace up the shoes, and head outside with the kids for a rainbow scavenger hunt!
Land Trust Creates Exploring Nature Kits for Library of Things
Jun 08, 2025
Explore Central Oregon's birds and butterflies through the Library of Things.
Fuzzy Valentines from Deschutes Land Trust
Feb 07, 2025
This Valentine's Day, tell that special someone you're WILD about them with a nature-themed valentine from Deschutes Land Trust!
Lemonade Sweetened with Generosity
Oct 24, 2024
A classic summer staple—the lemonade stand—makes a big difference for the Deschutes Land Trust.
Halloween Costume Ideas for Your Tiny Naturalist
Oct 07, 2024
Find nature-inspired costumes simple enough they can be made up of things you might already have lying around the house!