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Encouraging a Sense of Place
October 15, 2025Summer 2025 was a busy one for Skagit Land Trust’s Kulshan Creek Neighborhood Youth Program! Local youth and their families biked the Kulshan Trail to …
Protecting the Voice of Our Local Wetlands
July 2, 2025If you live in a marshy area, spring arrives with the pulse of throaty frog songs. In the traditions of many local tribes, frogs symbolize …
Stewardship Strikes at Stinky Invader
July 2, 2025A silent battle is underway in the forested understory of the Trust’s Pressentin Ranch Conservation Area, which lies along the Skagit River near …
Forging Pathways for Youth to Love Land & Wildlife
July 2, 2025Herons in the Classroom “Five growing herons and two pooping parents make a total of…seven pooping herons!” reads Skagit Land Trust’s Volunteer & …
Protecting Habitats & Harvests
July 2, 2025Our vibrant farmlands fuel our local economy and preserve the scenic, rural beauty that defines Skagit County. But their value doesn’t stop there. These …
Gaining Ground Against Reed Canary Grass
April 25, 2025When settlers first began farming in the Pacific Northwest, reed canary grass was introduced as a potential food source for their livestock. The problem? It …
Executive Director’s Letter to Members
April 25, 2025Dear Members and Partners, At Skagit Land Trust, we are deeply grateful for our volunteers, whose dedication helps us in so many different ways. Among …
Partnering to Restore the Skagit
February 24, 2025At Skagit Land Trust, we are fortunate to collaborate with dedicated conservation program partners who help us protect and restore Skagit County’s special places. …
Share Your Talents with Us
February 24, 2025Skagit Land Trust manages over 10,000 acres of land and creates dozens of community events to connect people with the land each year. We have over 550 …