Who We Are

Board of Directors
Stewards of the Deschutes river's future
Meet the Team
Meet team driving our conservation efforts
About Us
Learn about our mission, vision, history, and finances.
Deschutes Basin 101
Get to know the Deschutes River Basin and help us Raise the Deschutes
Accomplishments
Restoration and reintroduction milestones in the Deschutes Basin
News and Media
Learn about our latest work in the Deschutes Basin
Join our Team
We're always accepting resumés from talented people.
Deschutes Basin Timeline
The history of water management and DRC's role in the Deschutes Basin.

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Where We Work

Upper Deschutes River
The upper reach of the Deschutes River running from Little Lava Lake to Bend.
Crooked River
A tributary of the Deschutes River flowing through Prineville to Lake Billy Chinook.
McKay Creek
A tributary of the Crooked River flowing out of the Ochoco Mountains.
Trout Creek
A tributary of the Deschutes River below the Pelton Round Butte dam complex
Whychus Creek
A tributary of the Deschutes River flowing through Sisters joining the Deschutes just above Lake Billy Chinook.
Middle Deschutes River
The middle reach of the Deschutes River flowing from Bend to Lake Billy Chinook.
All Reaches
We bring together diverse stakeholders to solve water issues.

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What We Do

Collaborative Planning
Sustainable water management with collaborative planning
Irrigation Modernization
Discover our projects aimed at river ecosystem health
Water Transactions
Our work in water transactions for conservation
Education & Outreach
Outreach for community and ecosystem awareness
Streamflow Monitoring
Streamflow monitoring programs for ecosystem health
Project Spotlight
Restoring flows and habitats for a healthier Deschutes.

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Get Involved

Events
Help protect and restore our rivers
Donate
Make a one-time donation or join our monthly Instream Collective
Subscribe
Subscribe for updates on River Conservation efforts and news
Home Waters
Discover Home Waters: Stories of the Deschutes River Basin

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Resources

News
Learn about our latest work in the Deschutes Basin
Press Releases
Read recent Press Releases and milestones
Videos
See our work in action across the Basin
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Deschutes Basin 101
Your guide to understanding water in the Deschutes Basin
Raise the Deschutes Seminar Recordings
Watch past Raise the Deschutes seminars on demand
Technical Resources
Find data, tools, and reports related to the Basin
Water in the Media
Latest news on river conservation and DRC efforts
Deschutes Basin Timeline
Learn about the history of water and conservation in the Deschutes Basin

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Events

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Upcoming Events

June 16, 2026

Explore the Wonders of Whychus Creek

Explore how two decades of restoration brought Whychus Creek back to life for fish, farmers, and the town of Sisters.

Raise the Deschutes Seminar Series

Learn more about water in the Deschutes Basin or watch recordings of past Raise the Deschutes seminars.

Let's Go

Past Events

May 14, 2012

2012 Tight Lines Auction and BBQ Dinner was a great success!

Join us for the 2012 Tight Lines Auction and BBQ Dinner where success is guaranteed! Don't miss out on this great event.

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Help Keep our Rivers Flowing

Join us in restoring streamflow and improving water quality in the Deschutes River Basin.

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See How We’re Making an Impact

Keep up with our latest projects and programs, take a look at our annual impact reports.

2025 Impact Report

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Who We Are

Board of Directors
Meet the Team
About Us
Contact Us
Accomplishments
Impact
Deschutes Basin Timeline
Map

Where We Work

Upper Deschutes River
Crooked River
McKay Creek
Trout Creek
Whychus Creek
Middle Deschutes River
All Reaches

What We Do

Streamflow Restoration
Water Quality
Education Outreach
Water Transactions
Collaborative Planning
Irrigation Modernization
Programs & Tools

Get Involved

Events
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News and Media
Deschutes Basin 101
Raise the Deschutes Seminars
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