Connecting Land and Community Home
From the Cascades to the Kettles, Canada to the Columbia, the Okanogan Land Trust is a local nonprofit organization connecting people to the land and conserving and sustaining our working farms and ranches, wildlife habitats, and water resources for generations to come.
Announcements and Events
April 2017
Job Opening: Conservation Associate
Okanogan Land Trust (OLT) seeks a Conservation Associate to participate in all aspects of OLT’s land protection and stewardship efforts, including project development, communication, and outreach to landowners and partners.
See complete job description here.
Open until filled; first review of applications April 24, 2017
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April 2017
An Evening of Art and Local History
Saturday, April 15th, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
203 2nd Ave S, Suite 120 in OkanoganJoin us for a special two-part evening featuring:
Art Open House from 5-7 pm:
As part of OLT’s rotating art exhibit, the Open House will feature works from Colville Tribal member Georgia Tongel and long-time local artist Linda Vance.
These artists belong to Okanogan County Artists Association, a group which displays artwork at OLT’s office and several other locations throughout the county.
Retired teacher and local historian Doug Woodrow will present the photographs of Frank Matsura and Malott postmistress, Mabel Gavin, which preserve an important historical record of exiled Methow Indian families struggling to maintain their traditions in a changing world.
Although from two incredibly different cultures, the two photographers developed a bond of friendship and appreciation for each other’s work.
Through these photos we can reconstruct the life of a very dynamic community in Malott during the late 19thand early 20th centuries.
March 2017
Spring Forward Celebration
Join us to celebrate our 15th birthday and the coming of spring.
Saturday, March 11th, 2017, 2:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Sitzmark Ski Lodge, 2080 Havillah Road, Tonasket- Food and drink (Ole Swede Cider!)
- Silent auction
- Live music
- Hay rides
- Children's activities
Although the ski lift will not be running, you can enjoy cross-country skiing or snowshoeing, conditions permitting. Bring your own gear or rent theirs.
December 2016
Open House
Okanogan Land Trust invites you to an Open House to celebrate the season and our new office location!
Thursday, December 8th, 2016, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
- Check out our new office location
- Meet our Board and Staff
- Learn about our Conservation Plan
- Enjoy artwork by local artists
Recent News
December 2016
2016 Year-End Newsletter
After an extended hiatus, The OLT Newsletter is back! Click here to download a PDF version, or contact us if you would like a print copy sent to you.
May 2015
Common Ground - Spring Newsletter
April 2016
Poems of the Okanogan
The OLT community gathers annually to share poems about the area we love. (See Community Conservation for more about this event.) The words and verse of our OLT poets are now available!February 2015
Common Ground - Midwinter Newsletter
January 2015
Common Ground - Special Announcement
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December 2014
Common Ground - Winter Newsletter
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September 2014
Common Ground - Autumn Newsletter
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May 2014
OLT Joins Working for Wildlife Coalition
The OLT joins efforts with the National Fish & Wildlife Foundation, and a variety of other organizations, to maintain and enhance the synergy between open spaces (e.g., rangeland) and the abundant wildlife contributing to our quality of life.
