Photo: Jay Mather.

Metolius Preserve and Metolius River Preserve Neighbor News

As a neighbor of Deschutes Land Trust's Metolius Preserve and Metolius River Preserve, we want to keep you up-to-date on activities at the Preserves. That's why we've created this Metolius Preserve and Metolius River Preserve news hub with links to our Neighbor Newsletters and other updates from the Preserve. We also encourage you to join us for hikes at the Preserves, volunteer at the Preserves, or contact us if you have any questions. Thank you!

Metolius Preserve and Metolius River Preserve Neighbor Newsletters:

Fall 2024 Neighbor News
Spring 2024 Neighbor News
Fall 2023 Neighbor News
Fall 2022 Neighbor News
Spring 2022 Neighbor News
Fall 2021 Neighbor News
Spring 2021 Neighbor News
For Neighbor Newsletters from 2020 and before, please contact the Land Trust.

Other news about the Metolius Preserve and Metolius River Preserve:

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.

The Source Weekly highlights Deschutes Land Trust "Kids Falling for Nature" outdoor experience

Sep 11, 2024

Discover fall's magic with the whole family and Deschutes Land Trust.

Prescribed Burn Planned for Metolius Preserve

Sep 04, 2024

The Land Trust plans to conduct a prescribed burn at the Metolius Preserve this fall. Learn more about the location and timing.

Woodpeckers of Central Oregon

Sep 01, 2024

We hear the unmistakable sound of a woodpecker's bill hitting a tree all the time in Central Oregon, but do you know your fellow forest dwellers?

From On The Screen to On The Ground

Aug 14, 2024

Summer intern Varun Shirhatti shares a story from his time with the Land Trust.

Exciting Summer Butterfly Updates

Jul 03, 2024

We have several exciting butterfly updates to share!

The Madras Pioneer reports on Butterflies at the Metolius Preserve

Jun 19, 2024

The Trust sponsors guided hikes and walks for the public, including a geology wander, wildflower hike, plant hike, native bee walk and butterfly walk.

Prescribed Burn Training Attended by Land Trust Staff

Jun 05, 2024

The Land Trust recently had two staff members that were selected to participate in this year’s Central Oregon Prescribed Fire Training Exchange (COTREX).

The Great Arctic Returns

May 08, 2024

The great arctic (Oeneis nevadensis) butterfly will be back in abundance this year! Learn more about this beautiful native butterfly.

May Wildflowers in Central Oregon

May 01, 2024

May has arrived, and with it comes a fresh bouquet of wildflowers! From brilliant magenta to yellow speckles and a bit of everything in between, check out what's beginning to bloom this month.