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Bend Bulletin Groundwater Mitigation: Not All State's Streams Are Faring EquallyBend Bulletin Groundwater Mitigation: Not All State's Streams Are Faring Equally
June 3, 2008

June 2, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Groundwater Mitigation: Not All State's Streams Are Faring Equally

Learn how the Scenic Waterway Act and Instream Water Right Act protect streamflows in the Deschutes Basin, ensuring the minimum biological needs of fish are met each month.

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Bend Bulletin Area Irrigators Are 'Limping Along' Due To Delay In PipingBend Bulletin Area Irrigators Are 'Limping Along' Due To Delay In Piping
May 23, 2008

May 23, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Area Irrigators Are'Limping Along' Due To Delay In Piping

Swalley Irrigation District has buried three miles of main canal in new pipes, but delays mean two more miles need laying. Water delivery issues persist.

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Riverfest Schedule - Your Ultimate Guide to the EventRiverfest Schedule - Your Ultimate Guide to the Event
May 20, 2008

May 2, 2008 - Riverfest Schedule

Experience the beauty of the Deschutes River through the eyes of 20+ talented artists at the RiverSong group show. Free admission, open until May.

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Bend Bulletin: Discover Bend's Drinking Water QualityBend Bulletin: Discover Bend's Drinking Water Quality
May 20, 2008

May 2, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Like Bend's Drinking Water?

Discover the potential changes to Bend's drinking water system, from switching water sources to adding a hydropower facility. Stay informed on the city's plans.

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Bend Bulletin Bill That Could Benefit Area Rivers Goes to BushBend Bulletin Bill That Could Benefit Area Rivers Goes to Bush
May 8, 2008

April 30, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Bill That Could Benefit Area Rivers Goes to Bush

The bill reauthorizes the Deschutes River Conservancy to receive federal funds, pending President Bush's signature. Stay updated on this important legislation.

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Bend Bulletin: Artists Put On A Show to Benefit the DRCBend Bulletin: Artists Put On A Show to Benefit the DRC
April 29, 2008

April 25, 2008 - Bend Bulletin For The River, Artists Put On A Show to Benefit the DRC

Local artists come together to give back to a struggling river in need of help. Join us in our mission to restore and protect this vital waterway.

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Bend Bulletin Water Trade-Off Bolsters RiversBend Bulletin Water Trade-Off Bolsters Rivers
April 22, 2008

April 22, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Water Trade-Off Bolsters Rivers

Discover the impact of drilling straws deep underground in Central Oregon, affecting water levels in the Deschutes River during dry summer months.

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Bend Bulletin $13 Million Settlement Could Help Deschutes Basin FishBend Bulletin $13 Million Settlement Could Help Deschutes Basin Fish
April 22, 2008

April 18, 2008 - Bend Bulletin $13 Million Settlement Could Help Deschutes Basin Fish

Discover how nearly $13 million will support fish in the Deschutes River Basin through a $900 million agreement with the Bonneville Power Administration and four Indian tribes.

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Bend Bulletin Beauty of the Middle DeschutesBend Bulletin Beauty of the Middle Deschutes
April 11, 2008

March 28, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Beauty of the Middle Deschutes

Escape to a secret spot on the Middle Deschutes where time stands still and the fishing is a thing of beauty. Experience tranquility and nature at its finest.

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Bend Bulletin Plans Back in Play After Year Stuck in DCBend Bulletin Plans Back in Play After Year Stuck in DC
April 11, 2008

April 11, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Plans Back in Play After Year Stuck in DC

Federal legislation allowing for the lining of irrigation canals between Bend and Madras is back on track after a year in limbo. Senator from Oklahoma lifts hold for vote.

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April 8, 2008 – Bend Bulletin Water of LifeApril 8, 2008 – Bend Bulletin Water of Life
April 8, 2008

April 8, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Water of Life

On Monday, the first of eight irrigation districts that distribute water to nearly 150,000 acres of land in Central Oregon began to divert water to canals in the region.

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March 25, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Swalley Canal Going UndergroundMarch 25, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Swalley Canal Going Underground
March 25, 2008

March 25, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Swalley Canal Going Underground

Across Central Oregon, irrigation districts are replacing open canals with underground pipes to save water. And just off U.S. Highway 97, construction crews have undertaken the largest such project in the state in an effort to conserve flows in the Deschutes River.

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March 5, 2008 – Bend Bulletin Fishing in Sundown CanyonMarch 5, 2008 – Bend Bulletin Fishing in Sundown Canyon
March 5, 2008

March 5, 2008 – Bend Bulletin Fishing in Sundown Canyon

To reach Crooked River Ranch from Redmond, drive north on U.S. Highway 97 to Terrebonne.

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Bend Bulletin Editorial: A Legal Victory for the DeschutesBend Bulletin Editorial: A Legal Victory for the Deschutes
February 21, 2008

February 17, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Editorial A Legal Victory for the Deschutes

A federal judge approves Swalley Irrigation District's plan to pipe leaky canal. Stay updated on the latest developments in water conservation.

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Bend Bulletin Editorial: Drop Your Hold, Senator CoburnBend Bulletin Editorial: Drop Your Hold, Senator Coburn
February 21, 2008

February 18, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Editorial Drop Your Hold, Senator Coburn

Oregon Sens. Gordon Smith and Ron Wyden back a bill for federal funding of a six-mile canal piping project from Tumalo Creek to Tumalo Reservoir.

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Bend Bulletin Tumalo Canal Project Hung Up In SenateBend Bulletin Tumalo Canal Project Hung Up In Senate
February 15, 2008

February 15, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Tumalo Canal Project Hung Up In Senate

A senator from Oklahoma is delaying a plan to pipe the Tumalo Feed Canal to improve fish habitat, citing cost concerns. This is one of 80 projects affected.

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Bend Bulletin: Low Flows and Ice Impact Fish Populations in the DeschutesBend Bulletin: Low Flows and Ice Impact Fish Populations in the Deschutes
February 1, 2008

January 31, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Low Flows and Ice Can Affect Fish Populations in the Deschutes

Discover how low flows and ice impact fish populations on the Deschutes River, yet anglers still find joy in winter fishing. Explore more here.

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Bend Bulletin $4M Grant To Benefit Fish ProjectsBend Bulletin $4M Grant To Benefit Fish Projects
January 22, 2008

January 19, 2008 - Bend Bulletin $4M Grant To Benefit Fish Projects

Four organizations in Central Oregon, including the DRC, are set to embark on conservation projects with a $4 million grant received this week. Join us in supporting their efforts!

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Bend Bulletin Deschutes River Conservancy Names New Directors to BoardBend Bulletin Deschutes River Conservancy Names New Directors to Board
January 16, 2008

January 9, 2008 - Bend Bulletin Deschutes River Conservancy Names New Directors to Board

Exciting news as Bruce Bischof, Damien Nurre, and Jim Mead join the Deschutes River Conservancy Board of Directors, bringing new perspectives and expertise to the team.

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Bend Bulletin: What Controls the Flow of Water in the Deschutes?Bend Bulletin: What Controls the Flow of Water in the Deschutes?
January 16, 2008

January 12, 2008 - Bend Bulletin, What Controls the Flow of Water in the Deschutes?

Stay ahead of the game with water managers predicting the future for summer irrigation. Plan efficiently and effectively with their insights.

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Bend Bulletin Delegation Has High Hopes for Congress in 2008Bend Bulletin Delegation Has High Hopes for Congress in 2008
January 16, 2008

December 25, 2007 - Bend Bulletin Delegation Has High Hopes for Congress in 2008

Stay informed on the latest developments in funding for DRC Re-authorization. Explore the current issues and potential solutions in this critical debate.

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Bend Bulletin: Walden, Wyden, Smith Weigh In on Important IssuesBend Bulletin: Walden, Wyden, Smith Weigh In on Important Issues
January 16, 2008

December 2, 2007 - Bend Bulletin Walden, Wyden, Smith Weigh In

Stay informed about local issues in Congress, including updates on the DRC's funding. Get the latest news and insights on legislative decisions impacting your community.

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Bend Bulletin: Low Flows Put Deschutes Quality at RiskBend Bulletin: Low Flows Put Deschutes Quality at Risk
November 27, 2007

November 27, 2007 - Bend Bulletin Low Flows Put Deschutes Quality at Risk

Learn about the disruption of Deschutes River flows to fill reservoirs for the upcoming irrigation season. Find out more about the impact on the environment and local communities.

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Bend Bulletin - Work Begins on Project to Get Fish Past the DamBend Bulletin - Work Begins on Project to Get Fish Past the Dam
November 14, 2007

November 14, 2007 - Bend Bulletin - Work Begins on Project to Get Fish Past the Dam

Discover the serene beauty of Lake Billy Chinook with a crane floating on a barge at the north end. Explore nature's wonders in this tranquil setting.

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