Blog - The Crest at Willow-Witt

Looking Forward to a Fruitful Spring

Written on February 28, 2023. Posted in At the Ranch.

Outdoor School students walking through Willow-Witt Ranch meadow

Greetings! The Crest is looking forward to an energetic Spring season, with expanded Outdoor School facilities and offerings. Learn more about our Outdoor School program, volunteer opportunities, and...

Honoring the Witt of Willow-Witt

Written on January 12, 2023. Posted in At the Ranch.

Dr. Lanita Witt at her Celebration of Life in October 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Dr. Lanita Witt on December 15, 2022 with her loving wife, Suzanne, by her side. Lanita often introduced herself as, "The Witt of Willow-Witt Ranch."...

Where do the Turtles go in the Winter?

Written on January 11, 2023. Posted in At the Ranch.

turtle pond in winter at The Crest at Willow-Witt Ranch

With the solstice behind us and a blanketing of fresh snow on the ground, we pass into winter and begin to dream of longer days and the coming of spring. At nearly 5,000 feet in elevation, the march...

Mail Tribune: Remembering the full life of Dr. Lanita Witt

Written on December 24, 2022. Posted in In the News.

Suzanne Willow visits the gravesite of Dr. Lanita Witt at Willow-Witt Ranch on Thursday. Photo by Jamie Lusch, Mail Tribune.

Dr. Lanita Witt, co-founder of Willow-Witt Ranch outside Ashland, died Dec. 15 in a hospice bed with Suzanne Willow, her wife of 43 years, lying beside her, holding her hand.

Help Us Reach The Crest!

Written on November 28, 2022. Posted in At the Ranch.

Our year-end fundraiser is in full swing. Support The Crest’s mission of cultivating the connection between people and nature. Please keep us in mind for Giving Tuesday. If you donate by November 29th...

Highlights from a 5th Grade Field Trip

Written on November 4, 2022. Posted in At the Ranch.

Recently, The Crest welcomed 38 5th grade students, or should we say “environmental scientists”? They participated in an exploration of the diverse habitats as they explored the themes of biodiversity...

Big News from The Crest

Written on October 10, 2022. Posted in At the Ranch.

Announcing our 3rd Annual Turtle Trot winners, new logo hats available for children and adults, and welcoming our new AmeriCorps team member!

Summer Camp Success at The Crest!

Written on September 30, 2022. Posted in At the Ranch.

The Crest summer camp children playing in a field

Willow-Witt Ranch was filled with 6-11 year old campers eating watermelon, running, collecting eggs, creating artworks, exploring Tree Island, tasting organic vegetables to take home, tiptoeing up to...

Exciting Events at The Crest

Written on September 5, 2022. Posted in At the Ranch.

Wrapping up the end of summer with the Turtle Trot 5k race, and preparing for Outdoor School this fall!

July End-of-Month Newsletter

Written on August 9, 2022. Posted in At the Ranch.

The Crest had a great time hosting Crest Fest at Willow-Witt Ranch on July 24th! Over 200 attendees enjoyed visiting the farm animals, dancing to live music, and drinking locally made beverages.

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