Wallowa Land Trust

06/11/2026

"Diversity is the pattern of life, but it can only fulfil its life-giving promises if we allow it the space it needs to thrive. A river only brings life to the land if it is free to meander; if we use concrete and culverts to make it tidy and straight, the water, and life with it, drain away. If we want to cultivate life, we need to live like a river unrestrained. We need to lean into each unique twist and turn as no more or less valid and life-giving than the last."

In the schoolyard where I went to middle school there was a small, grassy area alongside the baseball diamond — just beyond a drainage…

06/10/2026

Important reminder

JOSEPH – Summer break is here, warm weather is beginning to settle back in, and ...Read More

06/09/2026

WE ARE APPLYING TO BE RE-ACCREDITED!
Our first accreditation was achieved in 2016. This will be our second renewal. The public comment period is now open.

Stakeholder Notification/Public Notice

The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. Wallowa Land Trust is pleased to announce it is applying for accreditation renewal. A public comment period is now open.

The Land Trust Accreditation Commission, an independent program of the Land Trust Alliance, conducts an extensive review of each applicant’s policies and programs. Being accredited means adhering to the most rigorous national standards for the permanent land conservation and stewardship.

The Commission invites public input and accepts signed, written comments on pending applications. Comments must relate to how Wallowa Land Trust complies with national quality standards. These standards address the ethical and technical operation of a land trust. For the full list of standards see http://www.landtrustaccreditation.org/help-and-resources/indicator-elements.

To learn more about the accreditation program and to submit a comment, visit www.landtrustaccreditation.org/why-accreditation-matters/comment, or email your comment to [email protected]. Comments may also be mailed to the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, Attn: Public Comments, 36 Phila Street, Suite 2, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Comments on Wallowa Land Trusts application will be most useful by July 1, 2026.

06/04/2026

Wallowa County Wild Bee Safari starts TODAY! Learn more here! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpPa1c-uCqTHWDaSPJ-6f8jCtn4gj4isAr0IPuyQlDbpl5Kg/viewform?_kx=_iK06Um2UNhpePP1b6Gx3d22ezBxoTARGBIRQ1tI7gZir6G8qdASwBRRCSCudBUp.UbCwF6

06/03/2026

Josephy Center -- Nez Perce Artists Exhibit
June 6 – July 25, 2026
Opening Reception: Saturday, June 6, 2–4 PM

Presented by The Josephy Library of Western History & Culture and Nez Perce Tribe, this upcoming exhibition celebrates the creativity and cultural heritage of Nez Perce artists. Through a diverse collection of contemporary and traditional works, the show highlights the living artistic traditions and innovative voices of the Nez Perce community. Join us for the opening reception on June 6 from 2–4 PM to meet the artists, enjoy light refreshments, and experience this powerful cultural showcase.

05/22/2026

No motorized vehicles allowed on the EMCF!
The East Moraine Community Forest welcomes pedestrians, human-powered bicycles,cross-country skiers, and horseback riders.
Absolutely no motorized vehicles are allowed, including:
Electric bikes
ATVs
UTVs
Golf carts
Dirt bikes
Motorcycles
Snowmobiles

05/21/2026

Okay, so its not Wallowa County, but it could be! All the Osprey are on their nests and we've definitely had some wind! https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Fp1sbkPeL/

05/19/2026

Very cool!

LOSTINE – The U.S. Forest Service recently announced an $80 million dollar allocation from the ...Read More

05/09/2026

The Wallowa Gathering would not be possible without significant community support. Shout out to our partners who supported their staff to come volunteer this year!

Blue Mountain Land Trust
Coalition of Oregon Land Trusts
Greenbelt Land Trust
Nez Perce Tribe Fisheries
Nez Perce Wallowa Homeland
The Nature Conservancy
Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative