Discover how widespread drought is impacting Oregon's rivers and fish as NewsChannel 21 tests water temperature in Central Oregon streams with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Discover how the city of Bend is sacrificing access to Tumalo Falls for clean water. But don't worry, the wait for hikers and utility managers is almost over!
Local farmers and ranchers benefit from a July cool-down, stretching water supplies. However, area reservoirs are low as the region heads into the driest month.
Join Lauren Mork, monitoring coordinator for Upper Deschutes Watershed Council, in surveying invertebrates in Whychus Creek on August 15. Help protect the ecosystem from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Group demands dam changes on Deschutes to protect spotted frog
A conservation group calls for changes at two irrigation dams on the Deschutes River to protect the Oregon spotted frog, a threatened species. Take action now!
ODFW: Dead fish in the Deschutes were not headed upstream
Discover the mystery of sockeye salmon found dead in Lower Deschutes River. State biologist reveals they were not headed up the river towards Columbia.
Governor declares drought emergency for Deschutes County
Learn about the state drought declaration in Deschutes County due to the dire water situation in a small irrigation district drawing water from Whychus Creek near Sisters.
Learn about the impact of human development on wildlife conservation as the extraction of the Colorado Avenue Dam threatens the habitat of the endangered Oregon spotted frog.
Land Trust to dedicate expanded Whychus Canyon Preserve
Join the Deschutes Land Trust on May 30th for the dedication of the new portion of Whychus Canyon Preserve. Celebrate conservation efforts in Central Oregon.
Join biologists from Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife as they study redband trout and mountain whitefish populations in Crooked River below Bowman Dam.
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State sets fish ladders at Opal Springs as top priority
Learn about the ongoing efforts to restore ocean-going fish runs in Central Oregon's major rivers, with a focus on a small diversion dam on the Crooked River.
Central Oregon water outlook: Conserve or splurge?
The latest water supply report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture paints a bleak picture for Oregon. Find out more about the current situation here.
Letter: Piping Tumalo Canal is the sustainable solution
Central Oregon LandWatch is launching another attack on our drinking water supply this spring. Stay informed and take action to protect our water resources.
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners declares a drought emergency on the Three Sisters Irrigation District. Stay informed on water restrictions.
Discover how landscape manager Mike Duarte uses technology to manage irrigation systems at Bend Park & Recreation District, ensuring lush greenery at parks.
