Raise the Deschutes

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Next Event:

August
14
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A Paddle Tour of the Upper Deschutes: Exploring Hydrology, Geology, and River Management

Join the Deschutes River Conservancy and Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe for a guided paddle and conversation on the Upper Deschutes River. This immersive afternoon paddle tour will dive into the river’s hydrology and geology, how the flow regime is managed, and how that management affects the health of the entire Deschutes Basin.

Volcanologist Daniele McKay from the University of Oregon and DRC's Senior Program Manager Lisa Seales will guide the conversation while Tumalo Creek leads you down a beautiful stretch of the Deschutes River.

Total Group Limit: 14

  • 2 Tumalo Creek guides
  • 2 DRC staff/speakers
  • 10 public participant spots
     

Registration

  • $25 refundable registration fee required to hold a spot
  • Fee refunded upon attendance (or cancellation with adequate notice)
  • Purpose: Ensure all limited spots are filled the day of the tour

Logistics

  • Meeting Point: Tenino boat launch area
  • Guest arrival: 1:30 PM for safety talk and prompt launch at 2:00 PM
  • Staff/guides arrive: 1:00 PM to assist with shuttle and staging
  • Tumalo Creek van will be staged at the take-out
  • Route on River: Tenino to Wyeth

Thank you to current 2024 sponsors!

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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
Videos
April 29, 2025

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
Videos
February 20, 2025

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.

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WATCH | Beneath the Surface: Navigating Oregon's New Groundwater Rules and Their Impact in Central Oregon
Videos
December 16, 2024

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.

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