Photo: Jay Mather.

Children and Nature

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.

Explore Nature with your Animal Senses!

Jun 20, 2024

Whether you’re walking around your neighborhood, in a local park, or out on a hike, challenge your small humans to discover their surroundings using their animal senses.

Join the Land Trust for Nature Kids!

May 31, 2024

New this year is a series of outings just for families—Nature Kids!

Find #NatureNearby YOU!

Apr 01, 2024

Explore all of the wonders of Central Oregon. Whether you find somewhere you've never been or simply venture out your front door, there's always #NatureNearby!

Winter Craft Idea: Birdseed Ornaments!

Dec 06, 2023

Try out this fun and easy craft with family or friends and bring all the birds to your yard!

Nature Identification with Kids: Birds

Oct 05, 2023

We're taking a look at getting your kids involved in nature identification. Take a look at the odd, the fun, and the stand out birds that your kids will find interesting!