Water
Forgotten Lakes and Rivers of Central Oregon
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesHad you lived in "Central Oregon" several thousand years ago, you might have taken a dip in Lake Benham or caught dinner from the river flowing down Dry River Canyon. Where were Central Oregon's rivers and lakes of the past located, how did they get there, and what the heck happened to them? For answers…
Riverfeast Dinner & Auction
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 61980 Skyline Ranch Road, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin Deschutes River Conservancy on May 11th for a delightful evening of irresistible food, spirits, and music. Bid on exclusive adventures and experiences, custom art and other wonderful packages. Give back to our beautiful rivers while exploring the stunning event space at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon off Skyliner Road in Bend. Coyote Willow’s exciting combination…
Deschutes River Urban Corridor Hike #1
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesThis hike gives an overview of the many ways the Deschutes River is used by our community. It’s an interpretive hike along the Deschutes River in Bend, with several stops that observe changes to the river over time. Stops include the canal diversions on the northern edge of town and the hydro power station on…
Kayak Trip: River Habitat Health along the Upper Deschutes
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin the Coalition for the Deschutes and Tumalo Creek Kayak and Canoe for a water-based exploration of the Upper Deschutes, from Dillon to Benham Falls and back. This paddle will be co-lead by Mason Lacy, PHD and Toni Pennington, PHD. Mason will provide insight on the unique hydrology of the Deschutes, and discuss opportunities as well as barriers to restoration.…
America’s Great River Journeys with Tim Palmer
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesTim Palmer is the award-winning author of 26 books about rivers, conservation, and adventure travel. He is a photographer of America's natural landscapes and a dynamic, inspiring public speaker. Recently four of his river photos were selected to appear in a new set of 12 USPS Wild & Scenic River Forever stamps that commemorate the 50th anniversary of…
WaterWise Landscape Transformations
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesLearn simple step-by-step methods to convert your yard into a beautiful and functional WaterWise landscape. Workshops are scheduled 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. and include a hands-on demo segment in the Hollinshead Water-wise demonstration garden. Registration is required.
WaterWise Pollinator Gardens
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesLearn simple step-by-step methods to convert your yard into a beautiful and functional WaterWise landscape. Workshops are scheduled 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. and include a hands-on demo segment in the Hollinshead Water-wise demonstration garden. Registration is required.
Water in the West
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesHistorian Patricia Limerick, a renowned scholar, director of the Center of the American West and professor at the University of Colorado, Boulder, will share her insights on issues surrounding water in our region. She’s written widely on the challenges facing Westerners today and guided discussions that seek open dialogue and problem solving around contentious topics…
Deschutes River Cleanup
Riverbend Park Bend, OR, United StatesThe Upper Deschutes Watershed Council invites watershed stewards of all ages to join us for the 23nd annual Deschutes River Cleanup on Saturday, July 27, 2019! Volunteers will meet at Riverbend Park at 10am. River clean-up activities will take place in the Deschutes River and along its riparian areas between Meadow Camp and Drake Park.…
Kayak Trip: Questions Answered!
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesGot questions about the Deschutes? What better way to learn about the river than to paddle it with a pro? Join the Coalition for the Deschutes and Tumalo Creek Kayak and Canoe (TCKC) for a water-based exploration of the Upper Deschutes. TCKC will provide transportation, guides, and all the gear. Local water expert, Kyle Gorman, will edify and entertain you…