Camp Polk Meadow Preserve

15/10/2025 10 min

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Episode Synopsis

A blend of history and ecological restoration, Camp Polk Meadows Preserve is a thriving haven for fish, wildlife, and native species thanks to years of dedicated restoration. In this episode, we learn about the unique challenges of balancing conservation with public access, history of the site, and how the Deschutes Land Trust and the local community work together to restore habitats. More Info on Deschutes Land Trust: deschuteslandtrust.org-------------------------------------------------This podcast is produced by Dirty Freehub, a nonprofit organization that publishes hand-curated (and great!) gravel cycling Ride Guides. Our mission is to connect gravel cyclists to where they ride through stories about culture, history, people, places, and lands with the hope that they will become involved as advocates, volunteers, or donors with organizations that protect and preserve recreation spaces.Our Podcast Channel  / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Connection ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our Ride Guides / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dirty Freehub⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our Ask / ⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate⁠⁠