ABOUT THE LAND
The Nuthatch is a 20-acre meadow and forest-scape northeast of White Salmon, Washington. The property rests on a south-facing slope overlooking Mount Hood.
Located within the Columbia River Gorge, the land occupies a transitional zone between the maritime climate west of the Cascade mountain range and the dry continental climate of the rain shadow to the east. This transitional zone between temperate rainforest and montane ecosystems is notable for its rich biodiversity, influenced by varying elevation, climate, and topography.
The land is home to a diverse array of wildlife. Birds are a constant presence, as are deer. Throughout the seasons you might see butterflies flitting across fields of wildflowers; rabbits grazing near the garden; a shy nocturnal rubber boa; or bear tracks in the snow.
The soundscape is dominated by wind blowing through the treetops, the rustling of grasses in the breeze, a symphony of bird calls, and crickets after dark.
Our role as stewards of The Land.
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Listen to the Land.
Our goal is to allow for collective enjoyment of the land while being mindful of the footprint we leave. We are continuously learning from the wisdom of the land. We invite you to do the same.
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We are not alone here.
It is impossible to visit The Land without being reminded that we are not the only beings who call it home. Let us all bring gentleness and respect for the inhabitants, neighbors, and visitors who share this place.
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Reparations is a right.
The Land is part of the ancestral home of the Klickitat Tribe. We are currently researching how we’d like to uphold our responsibility to enhance indigenous sovereignty. We welcome respectful suggestions.
