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Young Desert Horned Lizard
Young Desert Horned Lizard
In the summer these lizards begin foraging for food as soon as their body temperature rises as the heat of the day increases. They feed on slow-moving, ground-dwelling insects. In the fall they hibernate by burying themselves in the sand.
Latin name: Phrysonoma platyrhinos
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Spring Basin Wilderness
Spring Basin Wilderness
Spring Basin Wilderness
With 10,000 acres of undulating terrain, secluded canyons and spectacular vantages of the John Day Country, Spring Basin is magnificent to explore This public treasure, forever protected as Wilderness, offers a profusion of desert wildflowers in the spring and year-round recreational opportunities for hikers, horseback
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What defines Oregon’s high desert?
What defines Oregon’s high desert?
Bounded by the Cascade Mountains to the west and the Blue Mountains to the north, Oregon’s high desert covers approximately 24,000 square miles. Annual rainfall in the high desert varies from 5 to 14 inches. The average elevation is 4,000 feet; at 9,733 feet, the summit of Steens Mountain is the highest point in Oregon’s high desert. The terrain of the high desert was mostly formed by a series of lava flows that occurred between 30 and 10 million years ago.
Sources: The Oregon Encyclopedia; Wikipedia
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When you donate to Oregon Natural Desert Association, you become part of a community of individuals who share your passion for conserving the lands, waterways and wildlife in the high desert. Your voice is amplified on the conservation issues that matter most to you and your membership gives conservation concerns more clout. More people working together equals more effective advocacy. That’s why it’s important that every person who cares about the future of our desert public lands joins this community. Oregon Natural Desert Association’s federal non-profit tax ID is 94-3098621.
As you support critical conservation work, you’ll also enjoy:
- A complimentary Wild Desert Calendar mailed to you each November
- A subscription to Desert Ramblings, our twice-a-year newsletter that offers deep dives on current conservation campaigns, suggests high desert hikes, and more
- Special event invitations and opportunities to take action
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Setting up a monthly gift is one of the best ways to sustain high desert conservation year-round. Become a Sage Sustainer with your ongoing monthly gift.
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There are almost as many ways to support conservation as there are reasons to love Oregon’s high desert. Learn more about creative options to give beyond pulling out your checkbook, including donating appreciated stock or a desert-ready vehicle.
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Leaving a legacy for Oregon’s desert wildlands is simple and accessible to most people. Learn more about our Rimrock Society and review several popular legacy giving opportunities, or email Allison Crotty or call (541) 330-2638, ext 315 for additional information.
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Oregon desert conservation is strengthened by the generosity of our members and supporters. Giving an ONDA membership as a gift is a great way to fuel vital conservation work. You can also make a donation in honor of a loved one.
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Is your business interested in supporting conservation in Oregon’s high desert? We have a variety of sponsorship opportunities if you can provide funding, product donations, or event hosting support. Learn more about the benefits of being an ONDA business member.
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Oregon Natural Desert Association maintains a 4-star Charity Navigator rating, given only to nonprofit organizations who meet rigorous standards for transparency and financial accountability. As of December 2021, our overall score was 91.44 out of 100.
Our federal non-profit tax ID is 94-3098621.