News
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Wind Breaks
All of us have climbed a tree in our lifetime – and maybe some of us have even broken an arm trying. We see that low-hanging branch, the sturdy one that we know will hold us and we go for it!
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The Ripple Effect
Years ago, when we started our Community Grants program, it was our vision to inspire and encourage like-minded groups to join us and continue the noble work to preserve our lands and waterways, inspire kids of all ages to be good environmental stewards, and educate the next generations of nature enthusiasts, scientists and advocates.
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Shared Green Space
We are always happy to host groups and classes on the Preserve, and to share it with others that share our values.
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Field Trip Planning
It’s the time of year when we encourage you to reach out to us to schedule and plan a field trip at the Preserve. There are different options for field trips and learning experiences:
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2026 Foundation Board
The Foundation held its annual meeting and elected its officers last month
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Internships, Planning and More
The Foundation Board met last month to not only elect the 2026 Board Officers, but also to begin defining the work of and advertising for an intern position for the Preserve.
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You Support the Foundation’s Health
When we talk about education, we are usually talking about teaching others about ecology and environmental health. But sometimes it isn’t about teaching others; sometimes it’s about the Keta Legacy Foundation Board of Directors learning new skills and about unfamiliar subjects.
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A Special Foundation
We have so much to be grateful for at the Foundation. We share and live our values through our work and support for like-minded organizations in the region.
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Winter Work
Rain or shine, the work on the Preserve continues! From November 17th to 25th, a Washington Conservation Corps (WCC) crew was on the ground in Hidden Valley where they completed an amazing amount of work in just six days.
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Forest Health and Resilience
Can you name three species that intentionally modify their environment to suit themselves? You probably thought of beavers. It’s very obvious that they take down trees, dam creeks, and create ponds in order to make habitat that suits their needs.
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A Gift That Lasts
In previous newsletters, we covered how your generous support helps us achieve our mission to preserve, inspire and educate. And, we hope as you consider the gifts you will give in the future, that you think about the Foundation.
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Preparing Our Forests in a Changing Climate
We talk a lot about forest health because it is a critical element of improving outcomes for wildlife, fish and human health. In 2025, we covered a lot of ground – literally – on the Preserve.