September 21, 2011 - Bend Bulletin - Conservation group appeals Whychus plan
A Bend nonprofit group is appealing a U.S. Forest Service plan to create an official trail system along Whychus Creek near Sisters, citing potential new problems for the area.
September 20, 2011 - Bend Bulletin - Salazar: Dam removal will cost far less
Interior Secretary Ken Salazar announces that the cost of removing four dams on the Klamath River will be lower than expected, rallying support for federal water projects.
September 21, 2011 - Bend Bulletin - Steel pipe purchase a $4 million gamble
Discover how the city of Bend plans to save $400,000 on steel pipe for its water project by investing $4 million upfront. Will this money-saving venture pay off in the long run? Find out more.
September 16, 2011 - Bend Bulletin - Where's all the water?
Discover the shocking find that Bend residents Mike Tripp and his wife stumbled upon during their hike along Tumalo Creek near Shevlin Park last weekend.
July 25, 2011 - Bend Bulletin - Protecting people helps protect fish
Discover the unprecedented reintroduction of young steelhead in Central Oregon's Whychus Creek and Crooked River. A $150 million effort includes a 250-foot fish passage tower at Pelton-Round Butte Dam.
July 31, 2011 - Bend Bulletin - Race for the River open to all (even dogs)
Join the Deschutes River Conservancy's Race for the River on Aug. 13 at Riverbend Park in Bend! Rafts, kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and even dogs welcome.
July 3, 2011 - Bend Bulletin - Assessing session's local effect
Explore the political landscape in Oregon with a House split evenly between parties and a close Senate margin. Gov. John Kitzhaber makes history with his third term as governor.
July 30, 2011 - Bend Bulletin - NOAA rule would give irrigators a break
Learn about the potential exemption on the Deschutes River for steelhead, offering temporary relief and legal protection for those acting within the law.
June 11, 2011 - Bend Bulletin - Groups want Walden's water plan to help fish, river health
Rep. Greg Walden, R-Hood River, visits Prineville to discuss legislation for more groundwater and McKay Creek restoration. Conservation groups concerned about lack of water for fish and river health.
May 28, 2011 - Bend Bulletin - A long journey for salmon— and aquatic biologists
Jim Bartlett, fish passage biologist at Portland General Electric, showcases the first adult spring chinook returning to Pelton Round Butte dam complex from Upper Deschutes tributaries.
May 20, 2011 - OPB - Tsunami Brings Oregon Water To Japanese Market
Stay updated on the recovery efforts in Japan after the devastating earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear disaster. Learn how people are rebuilding their lives.
May 19, 2011 - The Oregonian - Upper Deschutes River could ease into protections for threatened stee
Learn about the reintroduction of threatened steelhead to the upper Deschutes River and the delays in protections for the at-risk fish to allow stakeholders time to adjust.
April 24, 2011 - Bend Bulletin - Fly-fishing trips to be auctioned
Join us at the Deschutes River Conservancy fundraiser and bid on exclusive fly-fishing trips on the normally off-limits Warm Springs property. Don't miss out!
April 20, 2011 - Bend Bulletin - Deal met on water mitigation
Lawmakers and environmental advocates in Salem have reached an agreement to protect the Deschutes River Basin, ensuring growth for cities and businesses.
