The Moss is Columbia Land Trust's monthly e-newsletter, chock-full of updates, events, and opportunities to connect with the Northwest you love.

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It's Tour Time!

Announcing new opportunities to get out and learn from the land in 2016.

This year’s tour lineup features both classic trips and new adventures. Our tours offer the best opportunities to deepen your relationship with Northwest nature under the guidance of stewards and scientists. Explore the complex world of oak and lichen, stargaze at an iconic Northwest farm, or trek a Cascade forest in search of wildlife scat (yes, you read that right). We've got tours for all your outdoor curiosities. Sign up today.

Drop in for Habitap

Feb. 11th at Migration Brewing Co.

Join Columbia Land Trust for a happy hour at Migration Brewing. Have a drink & get to know the folks at your friendly neighborhood land trust. Migration is generously donating 10 percent of all sales between 5:00-8:00 p.m. Learn More.

The event is hosted by our Young Ambassadors, a group of young professionals and outdoor enthusiasts who help us grow the next generation of conservationists.

Channeling Floodwaters

December's heavy rains test restoration efforts ahead of schedule

When torrential rains drenched the Columbia River region in early December, Stewardship Lead Kate Conley visited our Hood River property to see if our floodplain restoration efforts were responding to floodwaters as planned. View video from the visit.

The Year That Was

2015 Conservation & Restoration Report details extensive efforts

In its 25th year, Columbia Land Trust conserved and restored meaningful lands from the Pacific Ocean to The Dalles while investing in the people that help the Northwest thrive. Read the full report.

Photo of the Month

The easement at Pine Creek West near Mount St. Helens saw quite a bit of snow in late December. Stewardship Coordinator Emily Matson took in the beautiful scene during a monitoring visit. Photo by Sam Schongalla

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Volunteer Opportunities

Little White Salmon Tree Tube Collection
Friday, January 22
Underwood, WA
$Free

A Day with Willows
Saturday, January 30
Rosburg, WA
$Free

Tours

Winter Waterfowl & Bald Eagle Viewing
Saturday, January 23
Lyle, WA
$75

Don't delay, this tour is filling up fast! Photo: Stephen Datnoff

Events

Habitap
Thursday, February 11
Migration Brewing
Portland, OR
$Free

Join the Backyard Habitat Program!

Planting season is nearly here! Transform your yard into vital habitat and help make our cities healthier for ourselves and for area wildlife. Sign up today.

Did You Know?

Highly curious and always on the lookout for food, Gray Jays (Perisoreus canadensis) eat just about anything, from berries to small animals. They've been known to snatch food from humans too!

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Our Mission

Conserve and care for the vital lands, waters, and wildlife of the Columbia River region through sound science and strong relationships.

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