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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:

Cool Words for Hot Times: Connectivity

Mar 05, 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 take a look at connectivity.

Restoration and Humanism in the Anthropocene

Feb 21, 2020

In the face of climate change, the Deschutes Land Trust, our partners, and other groups continue to work to restore habitats. What values and ideals are reflected in this work?

Cool Words for Hot Times: Resilience

Jan 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 take a deep dive into resilience.

Changing Habits to Combat Climate Change

Jan 02, 2020

Looking for New Year's resolutions? You can make a difference by creating habits that help combat climate change.

Natural Climate Solutions, Explained

Nov 29, 2019

What are natural climate solutions? And what do they have to do with Central Oregon and the Deschutes Land Trust?

Fire in Central Oregon

Aug 15, 2019

Fire season is a reality in Central Oregon. Learn how human-caused climate change is increasing the threat of smoke and fire in our community.

Central Oregon's Waterfowl Face New Challenges

Apr 03, 2019

Research shows that waterfowl are facing new challenges as the climate continues to change.

Nature Night Recap: Living in the Human Age with Dennis Dimick

Mar 21, 2019

Retired National Geographic editor of Environment, Dennis Dimick presented our March Nature Night on Living in the Human Age. Enjoy a summary and takeaways from his presentation and find suggested resources to learn more about the Anthropocene and how humans are affecting our planet.

Being Better Stewards for Land and Wildlife

Mar 11, 2019

Recreation is a huge part of many of our lives. But what is our impact on wildlife, trees, plants, and the soil? How can we become better stewards of the lands we enjoy so much?

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.