Notice is hereby given that on November 5, 2024, an election will be held for the purpose of electing board director(s) to the following positions for the Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District: Positions: · Zone 1 (Redmond): 2-year term · Zone 2 (Sisters): 4-year term · Zone 3 (Tumalo): 4-year term · Zone
Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District (DSWCD) is thrilled to announce the successful completion of small grant funding for the 2021 – 2023 biennium. This funding is allocated from the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board to be utilized by DSWCD and the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council with a project cap of $15,000. With an allocation
The Three Sisters Irrigation District On-Farm and Renewable Energy project is funded through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). This partnership project brings together NRCS Oregon, Three Sisters Irrigation District, Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District, Deschutes River Conservancy, private landowners, and numerous other partners to conserve water and reduce energy demands. Learn
Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District is proud to continue offering irrigation water management (IWM) workshops annually to provide education and technical assistance to residents of the district looking to increase irrigation efficiency. In an exciting partnership with School of Ranch and High Desert Food and Farm alliance, our IWM workshop will take place on August
Water is undeniably one of our most vital resources, and its efficient utilization is becoming increasingly crucial, especially in regions like Central Oregon where demands are soaring and supplies are dwindling. In a significant stride towards optimizing water management, the Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District (DSWCD) has secured a technical assistance grant from
On June 15th, 2023, Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation staff, Board of Directors, partners, and members of the public met for their annual meeting. After a brief review of the 2021-2022 annual report, 2023-2024 annual work plan, and 2023-2024 annual budget, everyone set off for a field tour. The District visited two landowner properties
Amidst the expanse of 17 acres of flood-irrigated pasture, a story of environmental innovation and stewardship lies. Alpacas and sheep roamed the vibrant fields, creating a scene that embodied the harmonious coexistence of animals and agriculture. However, beneath this pastoral charm lay a water quality challenge that was yearning for a sustainable solution. Vision
