Help Us Raise the Deschutes

Where does Central Oregon’s water come from—and how does it move through our landscape?

This Raise the Deschutes seminar will explore the basics of how water flows through Central Oregon, from precipitation and winter snowpack to rivers, groundwater, farms, and municipal systems. We’ll break down the differences between surface water and groundwater, why timing matters as much as volume, and how seasonal conditions shape water availability across the basin.

Designed as an accessible, big-picture overview, this conversation will provide shared context for understanding water challenges and opportunities in Central Oregon—now and into the future.

Speakers:

Lisa Seales, PhD., Senior Program Manager, Deschutes River Conservancy
Zach Freed, Director, Sustainable Water Program, The Nature Conservancy in Oregon

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