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SUMMARY:Metolius River Preserve Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and David Miller for a late spring botany hike at the Metolius River Preserve. We’ll hike a portion of the beautiful west side Metolius River Trail from Lower Bridge Campground south towards the Preserve. Enjoy spring wildflowers while you explore the area’s mixed pine\, cedar\, and spruce forest. Then\, dig deeper into the Preserve’s super cool fen and learn more about this special kind of wetland. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is a moderate 3-4 mile hike on established trails. \nRoute: This hike will start at Lower Bridge Campground and follow the Metolius River Trail along the river and through the forest. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/metolius-river-preserve-hike-2/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Outdoor Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20260501T220014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T220014Z
UID:10004874-1779440400-1779451200@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Mammals of the Metolius
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Gary ‘Gus’ Gustafson to learn more about the mammals of the Metolius Preserve. The Preserve is home to a wide array of wildlife from deer and elk to bears\, cougars\, and others. Learn more about these mammals and their habits and habitats. Discover how to read the landscape to find the clues wildlife leave behind during their daily activities. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is a moderate ~3 mile hike on Metolius Preserve hiking trails. \nRoute: This hike will start at the North Trailhead of the Metolius Preserve and follow Preserve trails. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/mammals-of-the-metolius/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Outdoor Recreation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Mammals-of-the-Metolius-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250512T220821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T215738Z
UID:10000072-1779010200-1779019200@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Kolby Kirk for a morning of nature journaling at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve. We’ll take a meander through the meadow and discuss ways of seeing and recording the landscape in your journal. Learn how to combine outdoor writing and sketching with your joy of exploring nature! Enjoy personal time to sketch or write. No journaling or drawing experience needed\, but all levels of experience are welcome. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is a moderate ~2 mile hike. Portions will be on gravel trails and through a grassy meadow. \nRoute: This hike will start at the Camp Polk Meadow Preserve kiosk\, follow the gravel trail\, and then venture off-trail into the meadow. Terrain will be uneven and wet at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/nature-journaling/
LOCATION:Camp Polk Meadow Preserve\, Cemetery Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T214516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T215615Z
UID:10001072-1778936400-1778943600@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Kid's Fairy Houses
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Martha Lussenhop at the Metolius Preserve to jump into the imaginative world of fairies! Kids will use materials found in the forest to create their own small fairy house and imagine the fairies that might come visit. Kids will build confidence exploring and enjoying nature. Perfect for kids ages 4-7 with a grown-up in tow. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy for kids\, less than 1 mile walk on established trails. \nRoute: This hike will start at the South Trailhead of the Metolius Preserve and explore trails in the area. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/kids-fairy-houses-2/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kids-Fairy-Houses-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T173540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T215507Z
UID:10001057-1778922000-1778932800@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Wildflower Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Melinda Walker for a wildflower hike to explore the diverse forests of the Metolius Preserve. From ponderosa pine forest to lush creekside corridors\, the Metolius area boasts a unique combination of wetter plants from the west side of the Cascades along with the drier eastern Cascade vegetation. We’ll explore this fascinating transition zone while searching for wildflowers like lilies\, wild rose\, and columbine. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy 3 mile hike on Preserve trails. \nRoute: This hike will start at the North Trailhead of the Metolius Preserve and follow Preserve trails. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/wildflower-hike-5/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Wildflower-Hike-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T234804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T215315Z
UID:10001081-1778662800-1778684400@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Geology Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Derek Loeb to learn about the geology and hydrology of the Metolius River. We’ll start at the headwaters of the Metolius River and then drive to Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery before ending with a hike to the Land Trust’s Metolius River Preserve. Each stop will help us explore how the region was formed by volcanic processes and faulting and how that relates to its special hydrology. Enjoy stunning river views as you learn more about this unique landscape. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is a moderate 3-4 mile hike on established trails. \nRoute: This hike will visit multiple locations in the Metolius River region. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/geology-hike/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Geology-Wander-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T113000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250512T221520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T215157Z
UID:10000074-1778401800-1778412600@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Cara Strever for a bird walk at picturesque Indian Ford Meadow Preserve. We’ll look for nuthatches in the pines\, kinglets in the willows along Indian Ford Creek\, raptors in the sky\, and songbirds in the sage flats as we take in views of Mt. Jefferson and the Three Sisters. Beginning and intermediate birders welcome! Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy 1 mile walk along the Preserve trail. \nRoute: This hike will start at the Indian Ford Meadow Preserve kiosk and then follow gravel and dirt trails into a grassy meadow. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/bird-walk/
LOCATION:Indian Ford Meadow Preserve\, 69700-69714 Indian Ford Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/bird-walk-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20260501T214857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T214857Z
UID:10004873-1778320800-1778335200@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Metolius River Preserve Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and David Miller for a spring botany hike at the Metolius River Preserve. We’ll hike a portion of the beautiful west side Metolius River Trail from Lower Bridge Campground south towards the Preserve. Enjoy early spring wildflowers while you explore the area’s mixed pine\, cedar\, and spruce forest. Then\, dig deeper into the Preserve’s super cool fen and learn more about this special kind of wetland. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is a moderate 3-4 mile hike on established trails. \nRoute: This hike will start at Lower Bridge Campground and follow the Metolius River Trail along the river and through the forest. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/metolius-river-preserve-hike/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Outdoor Recreation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Metolius-River-Preserve-Hike-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T110000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20260501T214603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T214603Z
UID:10004872-1778317200-1778324400@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Mama + Baby Birds
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Mary Yanalcanlin for a bird walk just for kids! Wander around Hindman Springs looking for birds and nests while learning about bird behavior and habitat. Explore the world of mama and baby birds\, including the roles mamas (and daddies!) play in caring for and feeding baby birds. Perfect for kids ages 4-10 with a grown-up in tow. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy for kids\, 1 mile walk on a gravel trail. \nRoute: This hike will start at the Camp Polk Meadow Preserve kiosk and follow a gravel trail. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/mama-baby-birds/
LOCATION:Camp Polk Meadow Preserve\, Cemetery Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Outdoor Recreation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/mama-baby-birds-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T180034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T214159Z
UID:10001062-1777714200-1777723200@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Kolby Kirk for a morning of nature journaling at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve. We’ll take a meander through the meadow and discuss ways of seeing and recording the landscape in your journal. Learn how to combine outdoor writing and sketching with your joy of exploring nature! Enjoy personal time to sketch or write. No journaling or drawing experience needed\, but all levels of experience are welcome. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is a moderate ~2 mile hike. Portions will be on gravel trails and through a grassy meadow. \nRoute: This hike will start at the Camp Polk Meadow Preserve kiosk\, follow the gravel trail\, and then venture off-trail into the meadow. Terrain will be uneven and wet at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/nature-journaling-2/
LOCATION:Camp Polk Meadow Preserve\, Cemetery Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Nature-Journaling-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T234626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T234626Z
UID:10001080-1761472800-1761483600@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Fall Colors Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Coleen Pidgeon for a fall colors hike at the Metolius Preserve. Hike around the northern portion of the Preserve to learn about this unique forest that combines plants and trees from the west side of the Cascades along with the drier eastern Cascade vegetation. Enjoy the brilliant yellow of changing larch trees while we watch and listen for fall birds in the forest and along Lake Creek. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy 3 mile hike on Preserve trails. \nRoute: This hike will start at the North Trailhead of the Metolius Preserve and follow Preserve trails. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/fall-colors-hike/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Fall-Colors-Walk-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T153000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T234455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T234455Z
UID:10001079-1761310800-1761319800@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:30th Anniversary Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Executive Director Rika Ayotte for a 30th anniversary hike at one of the Land Trust’s flagship Preserves: the Metolius Preserve. We’ll hike from the North Trailhead through fir\, pine\, and larch forests and celebrate all that has been accomplished over the years\, including restoration and community engagement. Enjoy the fall colors of vine maple and bright yellow larch along the way. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy 3 mile hike on Preserve trails. \nRoute: This hike will start at the North Trailhead of the Metolius Preserve and follow Preserve trails. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/30th-anniversary-hike/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/30th-Anniversary-Hike-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T221017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T221017Z
UID:10001078-1760695200-1760702400@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Restoration Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Jason Grant for a restoration tour at Rimrock Ranch. The Land Trust completed a major\, mulit-year stream resoration project at Rimrock Ranch in 2023. Visit the recently restored Whychus Creek and see how the restoration has changed over the last few years. Learn about efforts to improve habitat in and around the creek for fish and wildlife. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is a moderate 1-2 mile hike on old roads and through grassy meadows. \nRoute: This hike will start in the meadow at Rimrock Ranch and follow dirt access roads. We will also venture off-trail into the meadow. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/restoration-tour/
LOCATION:Rimrock Ranch\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Restoration-Tour-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251016T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T220644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T222437Z
UID:10001077-1760619600-1760626800@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Salmon Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Megan Hill for a salmon walk along Spring Creek near the Metolius River. This beautiful\, privately-owned property includes wetlands\, quaking aspens\, mixed conifer forests\, and outstanding habitat for wildlife including kokanee and Chinook salmon. We’ll take a walk along Spring Creek and the Metolius River to observe kokanee salmon spawning during their annual rite. Learn about efforts to restore Chinook and sockeye salmon to the Metolius River and its tributaries. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is a moderate ~2 mile hike. Portions will be on established trails and through grassy meadows. \nRoute: This hike will start at the Camp Sherman store and follow the Metolius River trail. Once on the Spring Creek property\, trails are through grassy meadows. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/salmon-walk/
LOCATION:Spring Creek\, Camp Sherman\, 97730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Salmon-Walk-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T220241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T220241Z
UID:10001076-1760522400-1760533200@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Fall Colors Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Tom Wainwright for a fall colors walk at the Metolius Preserve. From ponderosa pine forest to lush creekside corridors\, the Metolius region boasts a unique combination of wetter plants from the west side of the Cascades along with the drier eastern Cascade vegetation. We’ll explore this fascinating transition zone while enjoying golden bracken fern and larch and searching for scarlet vine maple. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy 2-3 mile walk on Preserve trails. \nRoute: This hike will start at the North Trailhead of the Metolius Preserve and follow Preserve trails. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/fall-colors-walk/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Fall-Colors-Walk-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T215538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T215938Z
UID:10001075-1760176800-1760187600@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:History Wander
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Martha Lussenhop for a history wander at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve and the nearby Camp Polk Cemetery. Camp Polk Meadow Preserve has been an important place for people for thousands of years. Today it is known as a local nature preserve that is home to a variety of plants and animals\, with portions of the Preserve restored to improve habitat. Learn more about what brought Indigenous people to the meadow seasonally\, and see evidence of settlers making a living there. Then\, we will walk up an adjacent knoll to the Camp Polk Cemetery. With both traditional and unconventional memorials\, we’ll learn about some of the early settlers who were buried there. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy 1-2 mile walk on a gravel trail and dirt roads. \nRoute: This hike will start at the Camp Polk Meadow Preserve kiosk\, follow a gravel trail\, and then go along a dirt road to the cemetery. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/history-wander/
LOCATION:Camp Polk Meadow Preserve\, Cemetery Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/History-Wander-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T215245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T215245Z
UID:10001074-1758373200-1758380400@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Kids' Falling for Nature
DESCRIPTION:Bring the kids and join the Deschutes Land Trust and Mary Yanalcanlin for a fall nature exploration! Explore the pine forests of the Metolius Preserve and search for woodpeckers and the obvious signs they leave behind. Discover why birds are harder to find at this time of year and enjoy the fall colors of the changing season. Perfect for kids ages 4-10 with a grown-up in tow. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy for kids\, ~1-2 mile walk on established trails. \nRoute: This hike will start at the North Trailhead of the Metolius Preserve and will explore Preserve trails. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/kids-falling-for-nature/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Outdoor Recreation,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250919T220000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T214720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T214720Z
UID:10001073-1758308400-1758319200@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Jim Hammond for an exploration of the night sky at Rimrock Ranch. Jim and friends from the Sisters Astronomy Club will set up powerful telescopes and help you identify constellations\, planets\, and far-away galaxies. Explore astronomy and get a rare chance to enjoy the dark skies of this protected ranch. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an outing with minimal walking. \nRoute: The star party will occur adjacent to the parking area on a gravel road. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is no elevation gain/loss for this outing.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/star-party-3/
LOCATION:Rimrock Ranch\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dark Sky,Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Star-Party-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250822T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250822T230000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T183358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T183358Z
UID:10001070-1755892800-1755903600@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Jim Hammond for an exploration of the summer night sky at Rimrock Ranch. Jim and friends from the Sisters Astronomy Club will set up powerful telescopes and help you identify constellations\, planets\, and far-away galaxies. Explore astronomy and get a rare chance to enjoy the dark skies of this protected ranch. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an outing with minimal walking. \nRoute: The star party will occur adjacent to the parking area on a gravel road. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is no elevation gain/loss for this outing.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/star-party-2/
LOCATION:Rimrock Ranch\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dark Sky,Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Star-Party-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250822T123000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T183221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T183221Z
UID:10001069-1755856800-1755865800@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Tracks and Scat!
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever discovered tracks or scat in areas frequented by wildlife and wondered what left these bits of evidence behind? Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Gary ‘Gus’ Gustafson at the Metolius Preserve to learn more about the wildlife of Central Oregon and the clues they leave in the landscape. Explore the different kinds of wildlife tracks and learn how to determine which animal they came from. Then\, dig into wildlife scat and learn how to read this clue that wildlife leave behind in their daily activities. Look for scat and tracks along the trail and in photos as we hike around the Preserve. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is a moderate ~3 mile hike on Metolius Preserve hiking trails. \nRoute: This hike will start at the North Trailhead of the Metolius Preserve and follow Preserve trails. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/tracks-and-scat/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Tracks-and-Scat.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T233000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T182814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T182814Z
UID:10001068-1753561800-1753572600@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Jim Hammond for an exploration of the summer night sky at Rimrock Ranch. Jim and friends from the Sisters Astronomy Club will set up powerful telescopes and help you identify constellations\, planets\, and far-away galaxies. Explore astronomy and get a rare chance to enjoy the dark skies of this protected ranch. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an outing with minimal walking. \nRoute: The star party will occur adjacent to the parking area on a gravel road. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is no elevation gain/loss for this outing.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/star-party/
LOCATION:Rimrock Ranch\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dark Sky,Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Star-Party-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T110000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T181735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T181735Z
UID:10001067-1753522200-1753527600@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Nature Kids: Interesting Insects!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Karen Walsh for Nature Kids! Get outside and explore the nature of Central Oregon on guided family nature walks just for kids ages 5-10. Kids and their families can explore\, imagine\, and grow through hands-on activities and experiences outside. During July\, we’ll explore the world of insects! Featuring butterflies\, bees\, and insect transformations\, we’ll observe colorful butterflies\, create unique insect art\, and have fun learning about insects. \nMeet other families\, learn more about the natural world around us\, and have fun! Offered on the second Wednesday and last Saturday of the month April-October at Land Trust Preserves and in Bend. Perfect for kids ages 5-10 with a grown-up in tow. Registration is helpful\, but not required. Registrants will receive important event details and directions leading up to the outing. Registration opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy for kids\, up to 1 mile walk. Distance will vary depending on age and ability.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/nature-kids-interesting-insects/
LOCATION:Camp Polk Meadow Preserve\, Cemetery Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Nature-Kids-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250711T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T180851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T180851Z
UID:10001065-1752228000-1752238800@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Kids' Butterfly Walk
DESCRIPTION:Captivate your young ones as they roam the forest searching for butterflies with the Deschutes Land Trust and Sue Anderson. This family-friendly walk around the Metolius Preserve is perfect for kids ages 6-11 with a grown-up in tow. Kids will learn how to safely (for them AND the butterflies!) catch and identify these delicate creatures\, experience up-close encounters\, and learn more about butterfly features and natural history. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy for kids ~1-2 mile hike on dirt roads and trails. \nRoute: This hike will start at the South Trailhead of the Metolius Preserve and explore Preserve trails. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/kids-butterfly-walk-2/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Outdoor Recreation,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250630T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250630T163000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T180717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T180717Z
UID:10001064-1751270400-1751301000@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Fire + Ice Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust\, Daniele McKay\, and Carol Moorehead for a hike through glacier-carved valleys and volcanic craters. We’ll start at the Metolius Preserve and make our way via the Lake Creek Trail to Suttle Lake and then on to Blue Lake. Stops along the way will explore how fiery volcanoes and glacial ice have shaped the Cascades\, while we enjoy summer wildflowers. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is a challenging ~12.5 mile hike on dirt roads and trails. \nRoute: This hike will start at the North Trailhead of the Metolius Preserve and will follow the Lake Creek Trail to Suttle Lake and beyond to Blue Lake. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: This hike is challenging with 450′ of cumulative elevation gain/loss.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/fire-ice-hike/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T180349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T180349Z
UID:10001063-1751193000-1751198400@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Nature Kids: Butterfly Ballet!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Karen Walsh for Nature Kids! Get outside and explore the nature of Central Oregon on guided family nature walks just for kids ages 5-10. Kids and their families can explore\, imagine\, and grow through hands-on activities and experiences outside. Join us during June for a delightful butterfly ballet told through the eyes of newly emerged butterflies. Bring your colorful costumes. We’ll listen to spectacular music in the meadow for this enchanting performance. \nMeet other families\, learn more about the natural world around us\, and have fun! Offered on the second Wednesday and last Saturday of the month April-October at Land Trust Preserves and in Bend. Perfect for kids ages 5-10 with a grown-up in tow. Registration is helpful\, but not required. Registrants will receive important event details and directions leading up to the outing. Registration opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy for kids\, up to 1 mile walk. Distance will vary depending on age and ability.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/nature-kids-butterfly-ballet/
LOCATION:Indian Ford Meadow Preserve\, 69700-69714 Indian Ford Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Nature-Kids-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T123000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T175454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T175454Z
UID:10001061-1751104800-1751113800@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Geology Wander
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Derek Loeb to learn about the geologic past of the Metolius Preserve. We’ll wander through pine forests\, exploring how the area that includes the Preserve was formed by glacial processes. Enjoy a late morning stroll while learning about this unique landscape. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy ~1-2 mile walk on trails. \nRoute: This hike will start at the South Trailhead of the Metolius Preserve and follow Preserve trails. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/geology-wander/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Geology-Wander-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T175016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T175016Z
UID:10001060-1751018400-1751029200@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Kid's Butterfly Walk
DESCRIPTION:Captivate your young ones as they roam the forest searching for butterflies with the Deschutes Land Trust and Sue Anderson. This family-friendly walk around the Metolius Preserve is perfect for kids ages 6-11 with a grown-up in tow. Kids will learn how to safely (for them AND the butterflies!) catch and identify these delicate creatures\, experience up-close encounters\, and learn more about butterfly features and natural history. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy for kids ~1-2 mile hike on dirt trails. \nRoute: This hike will start at the North Trailhead of the Metolius Preserve and explore Preserve trails. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/kids-butterfly-walk/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Butterfly-Walk-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250623T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250623T113000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T174159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T174159Z
UID:10001059-1750669200-1750678200@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Melinda Walker for a wildflower hike to explore the diverse forests of the Metolius Preserve. From ponderosa pine forest to lush creekside corridors\, the Metolius area boasts a unique combination of wetter plants from the west side of the Cascades along with the drier eastern Cascade vegetation. We’ll explore this fascinating transition zone while searching for summer wildflowers like lilies\, wild rose\, and columbine. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy 3 mile hike on Preserve trails. \nRoute: This hike will start at the North Trailhead of the Metolius Preserve and follow Preserve trails. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/wildflower-walk/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Wildflower-Hike-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250611T173323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T173323Z
UID:10001056-1750267800-1750273200@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:30th Anniversary Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust\, Rika Ayotte\, and Maret Pajutee for a 30th anniversary walk at one of the Land Trust’s flagship Preserves: Indian Ford Meadow Preserve. We’ll enjoy a sunset walk to take in views of the mountains while listening to historic and poetic readings about the meadow—past and present. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event. \nHike Rating: This is an easy 1 mile walk along the Preserve trail and through a grassy meadow. \nRoute: This hike will start at the Indian Ford Meadow Preserve kiosk and follow gravel and dirt trails into a grassy meadow. Terrain will be uneven at times. \nElevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/30th-anniversary-walk/
LOCATION:Indian Ford Meadow Preserve\, 69700-69714 Indian Ford Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploresisters.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/30th-Anniversary-Walk-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T150456
CREATED:20250512T222328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T222328Z
UID:10000078-1748422800-1748437200@exploresisters.com
SUMMARY:Plant Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Tom Wainwright for a spring hike to learn about the plants of the Metolius Preserve. Explore the unique transition zone where wet westside and dry eastside plants converge in the forests of the Metolius Preserve. Learn about how subtle changes in precipitation and soils create the right conditions for wetter plants like vine maple\, twinflower\, and thimbleberry to thrive even on the dry side of the Cascade mountains. Hike Rating: This is an easy 3-4 mile hike on Preserve trails. Route: This hike will start at the North Trailhead of the Metolius Preserve and follow Preserve trails. Terrain will be uneven at times. Elevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike. \nRegistration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event.
URL:https://exploresisters.com/event/plant-hike/
LOCATION:Metolius Preserve\, SW Warm Springs Rd\, Sisters\, 97759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Outdoor Recreation,Tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes Land Trust":MAILTO:info@deschuteslandtrust.org
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