Stewardship

Yachats, Oregon, is a place of extraordinary natural beauty and ecological significance.

Our community is deeply committed to the principles of stewardship and deep ecology, recognizing that our health, identity, and future are inseparable from the well-being of the land, water, and wildlife around us.

We are fortunate to work in partnership with organizations that share this vision, including the City of Yachats, the U.S. Forest Service, View the Future, the Cape Perpetua Collaborative, and other dedicated governmental organizations, non-profits, agencies, and volunteers. Together, these groups protect our forests, sustain our watersheds, and promote the resilience of ecosystems that are home to an extraordinary diversity of species.


Our stewardship efforts include:

  • Protecting Forests and Watersheds: Through partnerships with the Forest Service and local NGOs, we prioritize sustainable forest management, salmon habitat restoration, and safeguarding the health of critical watersheds that nourish both the land and sea.
  • Fostering Connection and Education: The Cape Perpetua Collaborative brings together diverse organizations and volunteers to promote scientific research, environmental education, and active restoration. Through their work, visitors and residents alike can deepen their understanding of this area’s ecological importance and their role in its preservation.
  • Advancing Climate Resilience: Organizations like View the Future and the Coast Range Association are instrumental in advancing conservation easements, land acquisition, and community-driven strategies to address the challenges of climate change. Their work ensures that future generations inherit a Yachats that remains a sanctuary for both people and nature.
  • Engaging in Collaborative Action: By partnering across sectors—governmental, non-profit, and community-based—our collective efforts are amplified, ensuring that we respond to environmental challenges with innovation, cooperation, and inclusivity.

Deep ecology, at its core, recognizes that all life has intrinsic value, and humanity is a part of, not apart from, the ecosystems that sustain us. We embrace this philosophy in Yachats, nurturing a profound respect for the interconnectedness of all living things and fostering practices that honor this understanding.

As stewards of this remarkable land, we invite everyone—residents, visitors, and organizations—to join us in protecting and restoring the rich ecological tapestry that defines Yachats. Through education, advocacy, and direct action, we ensure that this special place remains vibrant and thriving for generations to come.