We are excited to announce our new partnership with the Deschutes Dash. The 14th Annual Deschutes Dash Multi-Sports Festival returns to beautiful Bend, Oregon and now a portion of race proceeds will be donated to the…
Deschutes River Conservancy News
Temporary Flow Reduction in the Upper Deschutes and Crooked Rivers
Flows in the Upper Deschutes River will be reduced from 100 cubic feet per second (cfs) to 25 cfs this weekend beginning on Saturday, November 3rd for a dive inspection of Wickiup Dam. By Sunday,…
Recognizing Tumalo Irrigation District for its Good Stewardship in a Dry Year
Irrigation season has come to an end and as we look back at this exceptionally dry summer and evaluate the effects on our local rivers and streams, one of our partners really stands out. The…
Water Summit this Week Brings Together Central Oregon Water Professionals
This week, the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs and the State of Oregon organized a Water Summit to bring together a wide array of people who have an interest in water management in our basin.…
What Happened to Wickiup?
In April of 2018, things were looking pretty good for the upcoming irrigation season. Wickiup Reservoir was completely full despite increased winter flow releases to support the Oregon spotted frog and despite a snowpack in the Cascades that was well below average. As you have seen, things did not work out nearly as well as expected.
We’re Hiring! Staff Accountant Position Open Until Filled
Staff Accountant The Deschutes River Conservancy (DRC), based in Bend, Oregon, is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization founded in 1996. The mission of the DRC is to restore stream flow and improve water quality in…
First Interstate Bank Helps Promote Streamflow Restoration in Central Oregon with Donation to Deschutes River Conservancy
First Interstate Bank, a leading provider of financial services and proponent of healthy, accessible communities for all individuals is giving back to the community with a donation of $2500 to the Deschutes River Conservancy (DRC). The DRC will use the generous donation…
Things are changing for the river and for canals. Here’s why.
The Source Weekly recently published a story illustrating community concerns about the effects of irrigation improvements on groundwater levels and private wells. The piping of canals has been a controversial topic in Central Oregon over…
Crux Fermentation Project Joins the Wild & Scenic Rivers 50th Anniversary Celebration with Three Streams Brut IPA
Crux Fermentation Project Joins the Wild & Scenic Rivers 50th Anniversary Celebration with Three Streams Brut IPA Salmon-friendly brew to hit Crux tasting room starting Sept. 18th As part of a region-wide beer naming effort honoring…