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World Environment Day

World Environment Day

Working to reduce plastic pollution is one of the greatest ways to help the health of the environment, and of people and wildlife.

Hike & Paint- Peaks and Ranges

Hike & Paint- Peaks and Ranges

Join DLC and our fabulous watercolor teachers for our first painting session of the season outdoors! Our theme this month will be Peaks and Ranges. Each participant will take home a special painting to keep or share. Whether you're brand-new to watercolor or an...

Wildflowers in Wild Places: Agents of Discovery

Wildflowers in Wild Places: Agents of Discovery

Head over to Dawson Butte with the downloaded Agents of Discovery app this month to explore Wildflowers in Wild Places. Our conserved open spaces are rich with biodiversity- learn more about wildflowers, how to identify the plants you're seeing out on the trail, and...

Ditmars 2025 Spring Hike

Ditmars 2025 Spring Hike

Douglas Land Conservancy has held a Conservation Easement on the historic 1,500 acre Ditmars Ranch since 2020. 

World Migratory Bird Day

World Migratory Bird Day

Migratory birds face challenges like habitat loss, noise, light pollution, and pets- but we can all contribute to their protection.

2025 Legacy Circle Gathering

Douglas Land Conservancy will leave a legacy of forever protecting open spaces, thanks in large part to our Legacy Circle members.

DuPont Treasure Hunt Hike

DuPont Treasure Hunt Hike

Ramp up those senses and get ready to seek out the myriad of natural treasures that this season brings on our open spaces! Guided by a (non-inclusive) list of shrubs, flowers, birds, fungi, and natural phenomenon that you may see, hear, or smell, you'll spend two...

DLC receives Service Enterprise Accreditation

DLC receives Service Enterprise Accreditation

Douglas Land Conservancy is thrilled to announce that it has achieved national accreditation in strategic volunteer engagement by AL!VE! Achieving Service Enterprise accreditation is a prestigious accomplishment. We have joined the top 11 percent of nonprofits...

National Volunteer Week: In Her Own Words

National Volunteer Week: In Her Own Words

“Volunteering with DLC has been a transformative experience. It has allowed me to reconnect with my roots and find great joy in exploring the beautiful open spaces preserved not far from my home.”

I Found a Baby Animal. What Do I Do?

I Found a Baby Animal. What Do I Do?

Spring is the season of new life. Newly-hatched baby birds, white-spotted mule deer fawns, litters of coyote and fox puppies. What should you do if you find a baby animal that appears abandoned?