18,742
acres protected
12,600
people connected
125,805
hours donated
Our Mission
The Deschutes Land Trust's mission is to conserve and care for the lands and water that sustain Central Oregon, so local communities and the natural world can flourish together for generations to come. We're celebrating 30 years this year, 1995-2025!
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Explore the delicate and beautiful world of butterflies at the Metolius Preserve with Sue Anderson.
- Join Kolby Kirk for a morning of learning tips and techniques for keeping a journal while exploring nature!
- Join Karen Walsh for Nature Kids, family nature walks in Bend and at Land Trust Preserves!
- Join Daniele McKay and Carol Moorehead for a hike through glacier-carved valleys and volcanic craters.
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The Land Trust welcomes summer intern Pete Muhitch to the team.
Grab the sippy cups and snacks, lace up the shoes, and head outside with the kids for a rainbow scavenger hunt!
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