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December
16
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Beneath the Surface: Navigating Oregon's New Groundwater Rules and Their Impact in Central Oregon

Seminar Description:

Understanding the largest change in Oregon's water policy in decades. What changed? Why did it change? And what does it mean for the future of water in Central Oregon?

Seminar Speakers:

  • Lisa Seales, Program Manager and Seminar Moderator, Deschutes River Conservancy
  • Joe Kemper, OWRD Hydrologist
  • Justin Iverson, OWRD Groundwater Section Manager
  • Mike Buettner, Water Services Director for City of Bend
  • Phil Chang, Deschutes County Commissioner

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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