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Deschutes River kick-off event at Riverhouse Bend

January 28, 2019

Deschutes River kick-off event coming to Riverhouse

Join us for a reception and speaker series uniting environmental nonprofits, irrigation districts, businesses, and individuals to support the Deschutes River.

Lucky weather leads to strong snowpack despite climate change

January 20, 2019

Lucky weather has led to strong snowpack despite climate change

Discover how the annual snowpack in the Oregon Cascades has defied climate change, remaining resilient over the past few decades. Explore more here.

Letter to the Editor: Protecting Our River Ecosystem

January 8, 2019

Letter to the Editor: Protect the River

Discover the debate over preserving the Upper Deschutes River's wild character vs. recreation in Bend. Can the park district find a balance?

Editorial: Tumalo project a winner - A closer look at its success

January 4, 2019

Editorial: Tumalo project a winner

Tumalo Irrigation District is making progress in converting all canals to buried pipe for better water conservation. Users and wildlife will benefit greatly.

Editorial: Strengthening the Case for Deschutes Footbridge

December 27, 2018

Editorial: As time passes, case for Deschutes footbridge becomes stronger

Opposition to a pedestrian and bike bridge over the Deschutes River has sparked controversy, but without a ban, time is on the bridge's side.

Guest column: Crooked River water— public right vs. private profits

December 22, 2018

Guest column: Crooked River water— public right vs. private profits

Learn about the potential impacts of low water reserves on the Crooked River's aquatic ecosystem as the Bureau of Reclamation considers limiting flows from Prineville Reservoir to preserve water for irrigators.

Closure of Deschutes River Trail near Ryan Ranch for Safety

December 22, 2018

Stretch of Deschutes River Trail to stay closed near Ryan Ranch

Stay informed about the closure of a section of the Deschutes River Trail for the winter season. Plan your outdoor activities accordingly with updates from Deschutes National Forest officials.

Guest column: Why Dredging Mirror Pond is not a sound idea

December 20, 2018

Guest column: Dredging Mirror Pond is not a sound idea

Discover why Mirror Pond should not be dredged again, even if costs are covered by private sources. Learn about the ecological benefits of returning the river to its natural hydrology and the recurring issues caused by dredging.

Apple to pay for Prineville water storage for data centers' thirst

December 19, 2018

Apple will pay for Prineville water storage to meet data centers' enormous thirst

Apple announces $8.7 million investment in Prineville for water storage facility amid concerns over water usage in Central Oregon data centers.

Distrust and lack of facts threaten Deschutes River bridge proposal

December 19, 2018

Distrust, lack of facts threaten proposed Deschutes River bridge, report says

The Bend Park & Recreation District faces a challenging journey to bridge the divide over a proposed footbridge across the Deschutes River.

Bend Park Board attaches string to Mirror Pond dredging funds

December 18, 2018

Bend Park Board attaches string to Mirror Pond dredging funds

Discover the latest updates on the ongoing discussions surrounding the dredging of Mirror Pond at the Parks and Recreation District Board meeting in Bend.

Guest column: A forever stamp, maybe not a forever river

December 18, 2018

Guest column: A forever stamp, maybe not a forever river

Learn about the Deschutes River's upcoming recognition on a U.S. Postal Stamp in 2019, honoring its Outstanding Remarkable Values under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. Discover the unique flora, fauna, and wildlife that call this iconic river home.

Impact of Climate Change on Local Rivers: What to Expect

December 10, 2018

How will climate change affect local rivers?

Discover how climate change is impacting Central Oregon's rivers, bringing longer wildfire seasons and warmer winters. Learn how communities are adapting.

Mirror Pond dredging plan moves closer to reality

December 7, 2018

Mirror Pond dredging plan inches forward

Pacific Power & Light commits $300,000 to dredging Mirror Pond. Bend City Council support crucial for project to proceed. Stay tuned for updates.

Park District Backs Mirror Pond Dredging Efforts

December 4, 2018

Park district supports Mirror Pond dredging

The Bend Park & Recreation District's board of directors supports a controversial plan to fund sediment removal from Mirror Pond, passing a key hurdle.

Swalley Irrigation Canal-Piping Plans Gain Final Approval

December 3, 2018

Swalley Irrigation canal-piping plans gain final approval

Swalley Irrigation District's plans to modernize aging infrastructure with 16 miles of piping approved for construction. Exciting progress ahead!

Forest Service removing berm along Deschutes River Trail to restore floodplain

November 29, 2018

Forest Service removing berm along Deschutes River Trail to restore floodplain

Workers are removing a berm along the Deschutes River to reconnect the floodplain, improving habitat for Oregon spotted frogs and other wildlife.

Guest column: City, county, irrigation districts committed to Crooked River health

November 24, 2018

Guest column: City, county, irrigation districts committed to long-term Crooked River health

Learn about the impact of Central Oregon's drought conditions on the Deschutes Basin rivers and streams. Stay informed on the lower snowpack forecast for this winter.

Letters: Save the fish - A conservation initiative for marine life

November 22, 2018

Letters: Save the fish

Discover the mystery of the disappearing salmon, steelhead, and trout in the Deschutes River system. Unravel the story of their decline and find out what happened.

Ryan Ranch restoration work set to commence soon

November 21, 2018

Ryan Ranch restoration work to begin next week

The Deschutes National Forest is set to restore the Ryan Ranch floodplain near Dillon Falls in Bend, Oregon. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting project!

$5.3 million awarded to 7 Oregon water projects

November 19, 2018

$5.3 million awarded to 7 Oregon water projects

Discover how projects are enhancing water conveyance systems by replacing open canals with pipes and improving water storage and diversion structures.

State Funding Supports Tumalo Irrigation Canal Piping Upgrade

November 19, 2018

State helps fund Tumalo Irrigation canal piping

The Oregon Water Resources Commission has allocated $5.3 million for conservation projects, including a canal-piping project in Tumalo Irrigation District.