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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 joining the Middle Deschutes north of Bend.
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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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.
Discover the decline of the once thriving Klamath River, once a top salmon producer on the West Coast. Learn about the troubled multi-species fisheries at risk.
Visit our farm for alfalfa, hay, carrot seed, and cattle. Due to drought, expect a 40% decrease in crop income this year.
Explore the surprising truth behind proposed Wild and Scenic rivers that are actually dried up creeks, streams, or gulches. Discover more here.
Explore the unique ecosystem of fish in the high desert, where drought-baked earth meets scrubby mountains. Discover a strange and fascinating world.
Stay informed about proposed legislation affecting 4,700 miles of Oregon rivers. Learn how federal Wild and Scenic River designations could impact your land and livelihood.
Residents in Bend are opposing a plan to pipe sections of open canal owned by Arnold Irrigation District. Learn more about the controversy here.
Discover the Bend Park & Recreation District's draft plan for enhancing river access and restoring habitats along the Deschutes River. Explore now!
A federal judge has ruled that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers must make immediate changes to 13 Oregon dams to protect salmon runs.
Discover the truth about Bend's sewage and COVID-19 risk in this insightful article from Source Weekly. Learn about the three-step cleaning process and where the water goes after.
The Oregon Office of Emergency Management is working to provide water storage tanks to rural homes in need of running water. Join us in supporting this crucial effort.
Fishing and conservation groups seek more spill from dams in the Pacific Northwest to aid endangered salmon migration during record heat wave.
Discover the current water levels at Prineville Reservoir - only 38% full as of Friday. Compare to the average of 83% full on the same day in a typical year.
North Unit Irrigation District in Jefferson County is exploring options to address water shortage by considering tapping into Bend's treated wastewater. This could potentially extend the irrigation season, providing a lifeline for the district in drought conditions.
