The Deschutes River Conservancy’s (DRC) Board of Directors and staff are welcoming our new Executive Director, Ron Nelson, to the organization in January 2019. Nelson succeeds long-time director, Tod Heisler, who is leaving to pursue…
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Executive Director of the Deschutes River Conservancy, Tod Heisler Leaves Organization for New Opportunities ›
The Deschutes River Conservancy’s long-term Executive Director, Tod Heisler is leaving the organization in December. After 15 years leading the Conservancy, Tod is moving on to explore new opportunities in Central Oregon conservation work. Tod’s…
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Deschutes River Conservancy Named As Beneficiary of Deschutes Dash Multi-Sports Festival ›
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…
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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,…
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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…
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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.…
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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.
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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…
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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…