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Climate Change in Central Oregon

Working towards conserving and caring for the lands and waters that sustain Central Oregon, so that local communities and the natural world can flourish for generations to come includes lessening the impacts of climate change in Central Oregon.

Check out our recent blog posts to find out more about the effects that climate change is having in Central Oregon, as well as some ways we can work together to lessen the impacts of climate change:

Nature Night Recap: A Low-to-No Snow Future

Jan 27, 2022

Dr. Alan Rhoades and Dr. Erica Siirila-Woodburn presented our January Nature Night, A Low-to-No Snow Future. Watch a recording from their presentation and find suggested resources to learn more about what you can do to help keep snow in our future.

What is an Atmospheric River?

Jan 19, 2022

In preparation for our January 26th Nature Night, we take a look at atmospheric rivers: what are they and how do they affect Central Oregon?

Recent climate report is a call to action (again!)

Aug 26, 2021

Learn how local restoration efforts are climate action you can get behind.

Plant Your Own Climate Victory Garden

May 17, 2021

Have you ever wondered what local actions you can take to make an impact on climate change? One great option you can do today is planting your own climate victory garden!

Priday Ranch + Climate Change

Mar 30, 2021

How does the protection of Priday Ranch relate to addressing climate change in Central Oregon? Learn more below.

Assisted Migration: A Debate Worth Having

Sep 25, 2020

What is assisted migration and what does it have to do with climate change? Stewardship manager Jen Zalewski takes a look.

Wildfires + Climate Action

Sep 16, 2020

Oregon and the rest of the West coast have been hit hard by wildfires this year. What can you do when it seems like the whole world is on fire?

Cool Words for Hot Times: Tipping Points

Jun 29, 2020

Today, we are taking a hard look at tipping points. What are climatic tipping points? What tipping points might exist in Central Oregon?

Cool Words for Hot Times: Ecosystem Services

May 08, 2020

Welcome to Cool Words for Hot Times, an ongoing series in which we'll unpack and break down the jargon-riddled world of climate change. Today, we delve into ecosystem services.

Cool Words for Hot Times: Indicator Species

Mar 27, 2020

Welcome to Cool Words for Hot Times, an ongoing series in which we'll unpack and break down the jargon-riddled world of climate change. Today, we're focusing on indicator species.