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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.

Many Voices, One Plan: The Future of Water in the Upper Deschutes
Videos
May 24, 2023

Many Voices, One Plan: The Future of Water in the Upper Deschutes

Discover the future of water in the Upper Deschutes. Join us as we listen to many voices and create a comprehensive plan for sustainable water management.

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Saving Water for Fish and Farms: Modernizing Central Oregon's Irrigation Infrastructure
Videos
April 24, 2023

Saving Water for Fish and Farms: Modernizing Central Oregon's Irrigation Infrastructure

Discover how modernizing irrigation infrastructure is saving water for fish and farms in Central Oregon. See the benefits of sustainable agriculture.

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Frogs, Fish & Farmers: Understanding the Upper Deschutes Habitat Conservation Plan
Videos
March 21, 2023

Frogs, Fish & Farmers: Understanding the Upper Deschutes Habitat Conservation Plan

Learn about the Upper Deschutes Habitat Conservation Plan and its impact on frogs, fish, and farmers. Gain a deeper understanding of conservation efforts in this area.

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