Lower Deschutes Plagued by Walleye
The release of warm, nutrient-laden water from the Pelton Round Butte hydroelectric project continues to cause harm to the lower Deschutes and aquatic life. Walleye …
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DRA wants stricter enforcement of clean water rules on Lower Deschutes
The advocacy group, Deschutes River Alliance, says the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality is failing to enforce water quality standards on the Lower Deschutes River …
Larry’s Garage Sale
There is one week left to score some sweet deals at Larry’s Garage Sale with all proceeds going to the Deschutes River Alliance. All funds …
DRA’s 2019 Lower Deschutes River Water Quality Report
The Deschutes River Alliance released its latest water quality report back in June. The report is an analysis of water quality in the lower Deschutes …
A River of Memories
Featuring the legendary Mike McLucas, this film tells the story of the lower Deschutes River through the eyes of someone who has fished and experienced …
Here Comes The Judge
The Deschutes River Alliance has filed a motion in Federal District Court, asking Judge Michael Simon to find Portland General Electric liable for its violations …
A River Worth Fighting For – Trailer
The Deschutes River Alliance is proud to present the trailer for their new documentary: “A River Worth Fighting For.” In this film, they take a …
Deschutes River Alliance Heads Back to Court
The Deschutes River Alliance’s important Clean Water Act lawsuit against Portland General Electric is headed back to court. DRA’s attorneys will be filing a Motion …
One Day – Deschutes River
The diminished run prompted officials in Idaho to not allow for the retention (i.e. killing) of any steelhead on the Snake river. That’s for both wild and …
Debate heats up over Deschutes River water temperatures
An environmental storm is brewing in the lower 100 miles of the Deschutes River, Oregon’s queen of trout and steelhead waters. At its epicenter …