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The upper reach of the Deschutes River running from Little Lava Lake to Bend.
A tributary of the Deschutes River flowing through Prineville to Lake Billy Chinook.
A tributary of the Crooked River flowing out of the Ochoco Mountains.
A tributary of the Deschutes River below the Pelton Round Butte dam complex
A tributary of the Deschutes River flowing through Sisters joining the Deschutes just above Lake Billy Chinook.
The middle reach of the Deschutes River flowing from Bend to Lake Billy Chinook.
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Discover the impact of punishing drought conditions in Oregon and the Western US. Learn how communities are coping with water scarcity.
Stay informed with The Bulletin as they tackle water resource policy and river habitat conservation. However, be wary of their pro-pipeline propaganda pieces.
Deschutes County Commission invests $1.5 million in federal funds to improve irrigation systems, boosting efficiency and sustainability.
The ongoing drought in the Cascades is depleting reservoirs and accelerating snowmelt, affecting springs like the Metolius River's iconic headwater spring. Discover the impact of this environmental crisis.
Discover the hidden water crisis in the Deschutes Basin where water usage goes unchecked. Learn how to make a difference before it's too late.
Arnold Irrigation District has once again cut off water supply due to a severe drought, impacting patrons and depleting reservoirs.
Discover the upcoming changes to accessing the Deschutes River in Bend. Whether you float, paddle, or walk by it, stay informed on the latest updates.
Discover how a winter snowfall followed by a summer heat wave is impacting the Central Cascades and Central Oregon's glaciers. Learn about the potential for significant melt as the protective snow cover disappears.
Discover why 7 out of 10 Oregonians are worried about the management of groundwater and surface water in the state. Learn more about this pressing issue.
California wildlife officials make tough decision to relocate 1 million young Chinook salmon from Klamath River to hatcheries due to poor river conditions.
Join Serena Garcia in Redmond as she helps clean up Farewell Bend Park along the Deschutes River with a group of volunteers on a Saturday morning.
Jefferson County farmers face a water crisis as the Crooked River flow stops on July 16 and Wickiup Reservoir shuts off on Aug. 20, two months early.
Central Oregon is bracing for another heat wave just a month after a historic one hit the region. Stay cool and stay safe in the scorching temperatures.
Discover why the Bulletin's editorial on Wild and Scenic designation is causing controversy. Find out why intermittent streams are being questioned for protection.
Read a guest column in The Bulletin from a Central Oregon farmer blaming the Endangered Species Act for water shortages. An analysis reveals flaws in the argument.
Discover how a severe drought in Oregon led to significant investments in water legislation in 2021, focusing on long-term planning and crucial projects.
Rent a tube, float the Deschutes River, and support river habitat conservation this summer! Join the fundraiser while socializing and having fun on the water.
Learn how the drought in Jefferson County is impacting the farming community, from crop production to equipment sales. Find out more here.
Learn how climate inaction is putting small Western communities at risk of drying up. Take action now to prevent further damage.
Community members have been collaborating for years to share limited water resources fairly, but an unprecedented drought has everyone questioning the future.
Discover the return of beavers to Lake Mills in Washington state after a century-long absence. Follow Cameron Macias as he examines their presence in 2016.
The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs and Portland General Electric extend their partnership at the Pelton Round Butte hydroelectric project on the Deschutes River. Learn more about this 366.8-MW project co-owned by the Tribes and PGE.
Sen. Ron Wyden recognizes the importance of headwater streams in biodiversity and clean water. The River Democracy Act protects vital Oregon waterways.
Discover the latest projects in Riverbend Park, Farewell Bend, and First Street Rapids parks, including beach expansion, boat launch, and off-leash dog area.
