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Beavers: Hype or Hero of the High Desert?

Author: Nick Kilby, Stewardship Coordinator |  Published: October 2, 2026  | Category: Essay This article originally appeared in The Bulletin on September 24, 2026. Beavers seem to be everywhere lately, […]

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Mike and Annie Parr: Leaving a Legacy for the High Desert

Author: Claire Cekander  |  Published: September 24, 2026  |  Category: Profile Adding Oregon Natural Desert Association to your will creates a lasting commitment to the high desert. Mike Parr’s connection […]

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Where to: Camp on Steens Mountain

Author: Becca Kay  |  Published: September 21, 2026  | Category: Where-To An ancient landscape of vast sagebrush, desert meadows, and flaming aspen stands If you want to see spectacular fall […]

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Unique and Irreplaceable Public Lands: Areas of Critical Environmental Concern

Oregon’s high desert public lands are extraordinary, with outstanding attributes that include fragile plant communities found nowhere else, precious sites of deep cultural significance, colorful geothermal pools, and sensitive wetlands. […]

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Wildfire at Pine Creek Conservation Area

Author: Gena Goodman-Campbell |  Published: July 29, 2026  | Category: Update An update from ONDA’s stewardship director: what we know and what comes next On July 15, a lightning strike […]

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Species Spotlight: Black Cottonwood

Author: LeeAnn Kriegh  |  Published: July 21, 2026  | Category: Species Spotlight This article originally appeared in the Spring + Summer 2026 Desert Ramblings Newsletter. Our biggest broadleaf tree builds […]

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A Model for Conservation

Author: Mark Salvo, Conservation Director |  Published: July 2, 2026  | Category: Essay This article originally appeared in the Spring + Summer 2026 Desert Ramblings Newsletter. From Steens Mountain to […]

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Spot Desert Wildlife

Author: Scott Bowler |  Published: July 1, 2026  | Category: Desert Outing This article originally appeared in the Spring + Summer 2026 Desert Ramblings Newsletter. Head to Malheur National Wildlife […]

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2026 Wild & Scenic Film Festival Lineup

Join us for a night of inspiration and discovery at the Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Friday, October 2, 2026! This year’s event promises an unforgettable experience at the […]

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Protecting the Role of Science in Public Lands Grazing Management

Author: Mark Salvo  |  Published: May 27, 2026  |  Category: Deep Dive The past, present and uncertain future of grazing management Domestic livestock were introduced to what became the American […]

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