Learn how one Culver-area ranch has reduced their water need Ranch Facts at At a Glance 1989 to present 620 irrigated acres Hybrid carrot seed, Kentucky bluegrass seed,…
Faces of the Basin
Whychus Creek: The life of Rimrock Ranch
Rimrock Ranch is a gorgeous 1,120 acre property situated along Whychus Creek near Sisters. When owners Gayle and Bob Baker moved to the ranch nearly two decades ago, they fell in love with the wild…
The Deschutes River: what is valued most downstream?
“Chuush” is the word you’ll hear at the beginning and end of any ceremonial meal in Warm Springs. It means water in the Warm Springs language, Ichishkiin. Held in the highest regard by the Tribes, water is believed…
A fisherman’s perspective on the Deschutes River
Talk a little about your guiding business. I started Deep Canyon Outfitters in 2009 after working with another outfitter for 4 years, and before that, yet another outfitter for 3 years. In total I have…
Madras farmer, Phil Fine, tells us why the river is important to him
Talk a little bit about your farming operation. I am a third generation Madras area farmer who has taken over the family farm and has expanded the acreage as opportunity has allowed. We grow carrot…