2024 Year in Review
Dec 18, 2024
Travel back in time through 2024 and see how much the Deschutes Land Trust and our community accomplished.
The Mysteries of Mistletoe: More than a Festive Guest
Dec 09, 2024
The mysterious mistletoe! We hang it in our doorways through December, along with wreaths on our doors, and stockings by our fireplaces. But what do we really know about this strange plant?
Late Summer and Fall Wildlife Wanderings
Dec 09, 2024
See what wildlife have been out and about during late summer and fall at Land Trust Preserves!
24 Ways You Helped Conserve and Care for Central Oregon in 2024
Nov 18, 2024
Thank you for making a difference in Central Oregon this year! Here are just 24 of the ways you helped conserve and care for our lands and waters.
Fall Colors at Land Trust Preserves
Nov 08, 2024
This year, fall colors at Land Trust Preserves have dazzled us. From scarlet reds to saffron yellows and a little bit of everything in between, check out the beautiful colors that have been spotted.
Relax! It’s as Simple as Stepping Outside
Nov 04, 2024
With school back in swing, politics in the air, and the holidays just around the corner, we could all use a moment to breathe. So sit up straight. Drop your shoulders away from your ears. Relax your jaw. Take a deep breath—in for a count of four—let it out with a sigh—and read on!
Lemonade Sweetened with Generosity
Oct 24, 2024
A classic summer staple—the lemonade stand—makes a big difference for the Deschutes Land Trust.
Shrikes: The Butchers of the Meadowlands!
Oct 21, 2024
Creepy critters, or just misunderstood? Animals have an array of behaviors that may seem strange to us, but help them survive and play their role in maintaining the health of our outdoor spaces.
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!
Answering Your Monarch + Milkweed FAQs
Sep 30, 2024
We're so glad that so many of our community members are willing to help monarch butterflies and other pollinators!