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Deschutes Basin 101
Your comprehensive guide to learning everything about water in the Deschutes River Basin. Dive deep into the ecosystem, exploring topics like conservation, water sources, water rights, and geological influences. Let's uncover the challenges and opportunities for preserving this essential watershed.
Raise the Deschutes Seminar Recordings
Our Raise the Deschutes Seminar Series is an accessible way to learn about water in the Deschutes River Basin. Each seminar is about 90 minutes and features experts in their respective fields. You can watch the recordings below or check out our upcoming seminars by clicking the button on the right.


WATCH | Fish, Flows, and the Future: Conservation and Management in the Deschutes Basin
Join experts Megan Hill, Natural Resources Manager for the Pelton Round Butte Project, and Jason Wilcox, Fisheries Program Manager, as they discuss fish recovery in the Deschutes Basin. Explore how habitat restoration, hydropower management, and strategic partnerships are safeguarding vital fish species like redband trout, steelhead, and salmon amid changing river conditions. Moderated by DRC Program Manager Lisa Seales.
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WATCH | Raising the Deschutes: Challenges and Solutions for Our Rivers
In this seminar, experts dive into the critical water challenges facing the Deschutes Basin, including low streamflows and water quality concerns. Through case studies and collaborative initiatives, you'll learn about ongoing efforts to balance ecological health with agricultural and recreational needs, ensuring a resilient water future for the region.


WATCH | Beneath the Surface: Navigating Oregon's New Groundwater Rules and Their Impact in Central Oregon
Learn about the largest change in Oregon's water policy and how it will affect water in Central Oregon.