Summer 2009

VOLUME 3 NUMBER 1 NEWSLETTER OF THE CONSERVANCY

The mission of the DRC: To restore streamflow and improve water quality in the Deschutes Basin.

The McKenzie Conserved Water Project entailed piping 8 miles of a serving the Lower Bridge area located between Sisters and Redmond. The project will result in 6 cubic feet per second (cfs) of permanent streamflow restoration in , a stream that is critical to the reintroduction of steelhead. The DRC has successfully restored over 15 cubic feet per second (cfs) to Whychus Creek, a small stream that used to run dry through the town of Sisters during summer months. NOTES FROM THE DESK OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, TOD HEISLER Even an eternal optimist like me is Enhancement Board. Working with the To honor Jim, we would like to help surprised by the DRC’s continued success Upper Deschutes Watershed Council, instill an even greater passion for the and growth during the economic down- the Watershed Council Deschutes River in you. In coopera- turn that is being felt so hard throughout and the Deschutes Land Trust, we de- tion with local outfitters, the DRC is Central . 2008 was the DRC’s veloped and initiated almost $4 million offering a variety of river outings, each best year ever, surpassing $6 million in of projects under this new program. one designed to give you a wonderful expenses and achieving more than 160 Also, we must recognize that much of experience of our most prized natural cfs of protected flows in our rivers and our work would not be possible without resource, the Deschutes River. We streams. Thanks in part to economic the great partnerships we have with the hope that you will take advantage of stimulus funding committed to the DRC irrigation districts in . these opportunities, and that you will by the Bureau of Reclamation in April, In 2008, the DRC partnered with the be reminded of how important the this year is shaping up to be just as good districts to conduct a wide array of clear cold waters of the Deschutes River as 2008. The stimulus funding will activities including water conservation, are to all of us in our daily lives. mean an acceleration of large-scale leasing, and banking. canal piping, big construction proj- On a sad note, the DRC lost one of ects that create jobs and conserve water its founding fathers, Jim Noteboom, FEATURED IN THIS to restore streamflows. In addition, to leukemia in November last year. some of these piping projects will be SPECIAL ISSUE: We are still feeling the enormous void accompanied by small-scale hydroelec- left behind. Jim’s wisdom and insight tric projects with electrical generation THE about the importance of the collab- 2008 capacities up to five megawatts. orative approach to conservation were DRC ANNUAL REPORT None of this success would be possible instrumental in the formation of the without superb collaboration with our DRC in the mid-nineties. His passion many partners. In January, we completed for the Deschutes River, his leader- DRC RIVER & the first year of the Deschutes Special ship and perseverance created the solid ADVENTURE OUTINGS Investment Partnership, a new grant foundation on which today’s successes program from the Oregon Watershed have been built.

DESCHUTES RIVER CONSERVANCY 1 [ BOARD OF DIRECTORS ] [ DRC PARTNER HIGHLIGHT ] John Allen US Department of Agriculture, Deschutes National Forest THE CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF WARM SPRINGS Rick Allen Jefferson County Leslie Bach < Delvis Heath is the Chief of the Warm Springs Tribe. Environment Bobby Brunoe The Confederated Tribes of THE CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF WARM Warm Springs SPRINGS QUICK FACTS Bruce Bischof At Large The Warm Springs Reservation encompasses Tom Carlsen At Large 640,000-acres, which is located in Central Vacant Oregon. The population in Warm Springs is US Department of the Interior approximately 5,000. Tribal headquarters are Wayne Elmore The Deschutes Basin is home to the in Warm Springs, Oregon. Crook County sovereign Confederated Tribes of the Warm Ellen Grover, Secretary Karnopp Petersen Springs Reservation which includes the Warm The main businesses on the reservation are Kyle Gorman Springs, Wasco and Paiute Indian Tribes. The Warm Springs Power and Water Enterprise, State of Oregon Tribes were very important to the founding Water Resources Department Warm Springs Forest Products, Warm Springs Steve Johnson of the Deschutes River Conservancy. The Composites Products, Kah-Nee-Ta Resort and Irrigation DRC is the product of a cooperative project Casino, The Museum at Warm Springs and Julie A. Keil initiated in 1992 by the Confederated Tribes Warm Springs Ventures. Hydroelectric of Warm Springs Reservation and the Envi- Richard Macy Native languages spoken are Kiksht (Wasco), Irrigated Agriculture ronmental Defense Fund to “investigate and Bob Main promote sustainable development and eco- Numu (Paiute) and Ichishkiin (). At Large system protection strategies in the Deschutes Jim Manion, Chair Warm Springs Power & Water Enterprises River Basin.” Jade Mayer, Treasurer As a part of this partnership, the publication: At Large Restoring Oregon’s Deschutes River: Developing Jim Mead At Large Partnerships and Economic Incentives to Improve Gregory McClarren Water Quality and Instream Flows was produced Environment in 1995 to provide a framework for our work Damien Nurre Recreation & Tourism in the Deschutes Basin. In the publication Ron Ochs foreword, Senator Mark Hatfield stated, “In Sherman/Wasco County the case of environmental decision-making, Jim Ramsey Grazing/Livestock the Warm Springs Tribes and Environmental Jim Rozewski Defense Fund have demonstrated that people At Large can indeed come together to find solutions John Shelk Timber to natural resource issues that, at times, may William Smith seem insurmountable.” Land Development Amy Stuart Thirteen years after the publication, the State of Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Confederate Tribes of Warm Springs are still Ray Tien very instrumental to the work of the DRC. On-reservation water management and monitoring is At Large Together, we are accomplishing great things. conducted by the Tribes’ Natural Resources Department. Alan Unger Deschutes County

[ STAFF ] The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs are so Tod Heisler Executive Director much more than just a stakeholder on the DRC Tamara Weaver Director of Finance/Admin board. It is the Tribes’ values for clean water, abun- Scott McCaulou Program Director dant fish and healthy forests and their long term Julie Hotchkiss Development Director Bea Armstrong Marketing Director perspective about the importance of good natural Kate Fitzpatrick Program Manager resources management that created fertile ground Genevieve Hubert Programs Manager for the formation of the Deschutes River Conser- Zachary Tillman Transfers Manager vancy. The Tribes’ insistence that we work together Andy Fischer Conservation Project Manager Brett Golden Program Manager to resolve conflicts over natural resources and their Aaron Maxwell Project Manager strong desire to be a “good neighbor” helped to The Tribes co-manage the Pelton- Complex with Portland General Electric. They manage Jean Lambert Office Manager establish a culture of cooperation so important to timber, water, salmon and other reservation resources for Debbie Conners Office Coordinator the DRC’s success. —Tod Heisler, DRC Executive Director the benefit of all Tribal members. Valerie Blume Financial Specialist

2 DESCHUTES RIVER CONSERVANCY DESCHUTES RIVER CONSERVANCY REMEMBERS FOUNDING FATHER JIM NOTEBOOM, 1945–2008

Jim’s commitment to the basin and protection of the Jim devoted his whole career to the representation of the resource will be seen through the actions carried out by Warm Springs Tribes. He was a real friend of the Tribes the DRC. It was Jim who was the initial author of the and very highly respected by the Tribes and the leadership bill that formed the DRC. at the Tribes.

—Jim Manion, DRC Board Chair & President of Warm Springs —Jim Petersen, Karnopp Petersen Power & Water Enterprises

On November 27, 2008, DRC Founding multi-stakeholder board in the Deschutes Delvis Heath, Chief of the Warm Springs Father Jim Noteboom passed away due Basin. Thanks to Jim’s vision and leader- Tribes, fondly remembers his good to complications from leukemia. Jim ship, the DRC is a thriving entity today. friend and colleague: “We really en- played a key role in the formation of the As the organization began to grow, Jim joyed spending time together playing Deschutes River Conservancy (DRC). In played a pivotal role in advising the DRC golf. What I’ll miss most is the help he the early 1990s, Jim and a small group of Board to narrow its mission and focus gave to the Tribes. He put a lot of time dedicated men envisioned an organiza- on restoring streamflow and improving into us.” tion unlike any other in Central Oregon. water quality in the Deschutes Basin. He Jim representing the law firm of Kar- wholeheartedly believed in the collabora- Jim will be remembered for his legacy nopp Peterson, Jim Manion from The tive approach to streamflow restoration and the imprint he left on all whom Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, and natural resource management. A true he encountered. A dedicated fam- Ron Nelson formerly with the Central testament to Jim’s guidance, the DRC ily man, his infectious sense of humor Oregon Irrigation District and Zach Wil- has now successfully restored over 160 and incredible drive marked a brilliant ley from Environmental Defense Fund cubic feet per second of streamflow to the career that included 39 years in the came together as the Deschutes Basin Deschutes River and its tributaries. military and overlapped with his 31 years Working Group. The group focused on of practicing law. He was instrumental cost-effective solutions to water manage- Jim, also known as “Boomer” because of in many basin-wide policy decisions and ment problems in the region. In 1996, his loud, distinctive voice, was passionate transactions. He played a key role in Senator Mark Hatfield introduced a bill about his work as a Tribal lawyer for the the Pelton-Round Butte dam complex federally authorizing this working group, Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. relicensing in 2004 and also helped to now known as the DRC, to operate as He was driven by his desire to help the found the Warm Springs Museum. A re- a consensus-based organization with a Tribes protect their natural resources. markable individual, he will be missed.

[ DRC BOARD MEMBER HIGHLIGHT ]

Bobby Brunoe has been working with The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs for the last 16 years. For the past ten of those years, he has been the general manager for the Natural Resources Department, overseeing 180 full-time employees and 640,000 acres on the reservation. Prior to that, he was the Hydro Coordinator and the Range and Agriculture Manager for The Confeder- ated Tribes of Warm Springs. He also worked five years for the Bureau of Indian Affairs roads department. Prior to working for the Tribes, he worked for his family’s logging and ranching business. His family is still in the logging business today.

What attracted you to play a role on and therefore have a responsibility to look af- Is there anything else that you would the DRC Board? ter our waters now and for future generations. like to comment on? It is an organization that the Tribes helped During the time that I have served on the DRC’s What do you see as the most important establish because of the importance of water board, I’ve witnessed impressive growth of the to the Tribes from both a cultural and spiri- issues that the DRC will be faced with organization and of the partnerships that we have tual aspect. Water is honored at all of our in the next five years? been able to foster in the Deschutes Basin. The meals and ceremonies. We are taught at a Funding will be one of the issues that will members of our board are a group that has been young age how important water is to us both be the most pressing for DRC to accomplish dedicated and that cares very much about the as individuals and Tribal members. I am a its mission and the projects that we are future of the basin. I have enjoyed working with Tribal member and an employee of the Tribes working on. the staff and the board members over the years.

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EXPLORE YOUR LOCAL RIVERS & STREAMS

FIVE SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES TO EXPERIENCE THE MAGNIFICENCE OF THE DESCHUTES BASIN

The DRC is excited to provide our friends and supporters with five exclusive opportunities to explore and learn more about the natural wonders of our region. Please join us on one or more of these outings and increase your knowledge of the various issues facing our local rivers and streams along the way. Partnering with local outfitters Wanderlust Tours, Alder Creek Kayak & Canoe, Sun Country Tours and local birding and river resto- ration experts, the DRC has coordinated a number of activities, offering you a chance to experience our local rivers and streams by white water rafting, canoeing, kayaking, birding, and hiking. The tours are specifically designed to help you gain a better understanding of our natural resources.

OUTINGS & RIVER ADVENTURES

ALDER CREEK Our generous local outfitters are throroughly invested in the health or our rivers KAYAK & CANOE and streams. They have agreed to substantially lower their normal rates for these tours SUN COUNTRY TOURS in support of the DRC’s mission to restore streamflow and improve water quality in the WANDERLUST TOURS Deschutes Basin. These excursions will not be mass marketed to the general public. They LARRY BERRIN will be staffed with very knowledgeable guides and naturalists. We hope that you will take BRETT GOLDEN advantage of these fantastic outings. For more information: www.deschutesriver.org LESLEY JONES

1 All Day White Water Rafting Adventure on Lower Deschutes SUNDAY, JULY 26, 2009 This rafting classic is one you do not want to miss! This trip is for the entire family. The Lower Deschutes River near Maupin, Oregon provides outdoor adventure with a natural paradise for splashing, sunning, exhilarating paddling and just plain relaxing. With 13 miles of river to cover, you will be challenged by many exciting rapids and enjoy the peaceful quiet stretches. Please dress for rafting, bring water and snacks. Limited to 24 people.

Cost: $65/person (usually $111) Meeting Place: Sun Country Tours Time: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Register: 541.382.6277

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OUTINGS & RIVER ADVENTURES, continued

Canoe from Slough Camp 2 3 Learn about the Birds of the to Upper Deschutes FRIDAY, JULY 31, 2009 Join Alder Creek Kayak and Canoe on this beautiful ½ day Deschutes River tour on one of the most scenic sections of the Upper Deschutes River – just within minutes of downtown Bend. Explore the slough and learn about the lava flows, streamflow challenges, and natural history of the area. Please dress for paddling, bring water and snacks. Two trip SUNDAY, AUGUST 23, 2009 times offered. Each trip limited to 12 people. Join Larry Berrin, President of the Central Oregon Audubon

Cost: $30/person (usually $65) Society on a wonderful birding hike along the Upper Deschutes Includes: Transportation, guides, canoes and gear. River. Participants will hike and bird along the river to Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. or 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Register: 541.317.9407 . Please wear hiking shoes, bring binoculars, water and dress for the weather. Limited to 15 people.

Cost: $6/person (fee for birding field guide) Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am Leader: Larry Berrin - President, Central Oregon Audubon Society Meeting Place: Lava Lands parking lot located on 97 South on the way to Sunriver. (Please note: Participants need a NW Forest Pass to park in the parking lot. You can purchase one on site.) Register: Contact Debbie from the DRC @ 541.382.4077 ext. 10, [email protected]. More info: www.deschutesriver.org

Canoe from Dillon Falls 4 5 Enjoy the Wonders of Whychus Creek to Slough Camp SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2009 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2009 Grab your field books, bring a camera and explore this magical The Deschutes River provides a dramatic means to take in the creek. Join Lesley Jones, Water Quality Specialist for the Upper best of Central Oregon. Bald eagles, native , and Deschutes Watershed Council and Brett Golden, Program Man- mink will cavort as we paddle up river from Dillon Falls to ager from the Deschutes River Conservancy, for an informative Slough Camp. The aspen groves and impressive lava flows pro- hike along Whychus Creek. You will learn about the history, vide spectacular backdrops to the journey. We will turn around ecology, water quality and native plants of the area. Please be at Slough Camp and enjoy a leisurely float back to Dillon Falls. prepared to hike moderate terrain, wear hiking shoes, dress for Wanderlust Tours guides will instruct everyone on canoeing weather and bring a small daypack with sunscreen, water, and techniques and lead the group while sharing the natural and snacks. Limited to 12 people. cultural history of the area. Limited to 12 people. Cost: Free Time: 9:00 – 12:00 Noon Register: Contact Debbie from the DRC @ 541.382.4077 ext. 10, Cost: $30/person (usually $47) [email protected]. More info: www.deschutesriver.org Time: 1:30 Leave Bend, 5:30 Return to Bend Includes: Transportation, guides, canoes and gear. Meeting Place: Front parking lot at Fred Meyer. Register: 541.389.8359

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CHALLENGES FACING THE DESCHUTES RIVER

Settlers arriving in Central Oregon in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s were enticed by the abundant rivers and other natural resources in the region. Before long, however, virtually all of the Deschutes River was diverted for the growing number of families, livestock and agriculture. Decades of seasonal disruptions of streamflow in the Deschutes River and its tributaries have contributed to a decline in the overall health of the rivers including degraded habitat for fish and wildlife and poor water quality. Today, local irrigators are aware of the serious problems caused by seasonal disruptions of flow, and are partnering with the DRC to create viable solutions.

Upper Deschutes—In the winter, water is stored Middle Deschutes—90% of the streamflow from Lower Deschutes—Thousands of people visit the in the for the irrigation season. This the Deschutes River in Bend is diverted through Lower Deschutes River each year to enjoy its world seasonal storage significantly reduces the irrigation during the irrigation season. The class fishing, exhilarating whitewater, and spectacular streamflow in the Upper Deschutes River, defined as diversions cause a dramatic reduction of stream- landscape. Many of them are unaware of the issues the reach from to Bend. flow in the Middle Deschutes, defined as the reach facing the Upper and Middle reaches of the river. between Bend and .

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2008 ANNUAL REPORT PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

DRC PROGRAMS

CHANGING THE COURSE OF CONSERVATION HISTORY The Deschutes River Conservancy (DRC) is leading the way to define and implement new models of cooperative conservation with our partners. Our collaborative approach continues to be regionally and nationally recognized as the gold standard in conservation. We are successfully building strong alliances, Leasing Program: Temporary Streamflow Protection developing holistic ecosystem restoration strategies with our Allows landowners who do not wish to use their water rights partners, and funding large-scale restoration projects. the option to temporarily leave their water in the river for the purpose of enhancing instream flows. The DRC is actively restoring streamflow in the Deschutes River and its tributaries through three programs: water Water Conservation Program: conservation, water leasing, and water transfers. Through Permanent Streamflow Protection these programs, water that would otherwise have been diverted The DRC permanently conserves water through two methods: pip- out of the rivers remains in stream to foster a healthy ecosystem ing and lining irrigation canals and on-farm efficiency projects. for people, plants, and animals. To date, our collaborative Transfers Program: Permanent Streamflow Protection programs have restored 160 cubic feet per second (cfs) to the When water right holders no longer need their water, they can Deschutes River and its tributaries. transfer that water to new lands or sell it outright to the DRC.

Leasing Program - Temporary DRC PROGRAM SUCCESS Transfers Program - Permanent 2002-2008 Water Consrvation Program - Permanent 180 cfs 160 cfs 140 cfs 120 cfs 100 cfs 880 cfs 60 cfs 40 cfs Streamflow Restored 20 cfs 0 cfs Upper Deschutes—Drastic seasonal fluctuations in streamflow have eroded the 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 streambanks resulting in water quality problems and habitat degradation. Historically, during the winter months when the water was being stored in the reservoirs for irrigation season, this reach dropped as low as 20 cfs. Today, the DRC is employing innovative reservoir management strategies and working with the Oregon Water Resources Department to increase winter flows.

Middle Deschutes—Just upstream from this photo near the Riverhouse in Bend, Whychus Creek—Seasonal irrigation diversions significantly reduce streamflow 90% of the river is diverted during the irrigation season. Historically, 98% of the river in Whychus Creek. Before the DRC started working with our partners to increase was diverted, leaving only 30 cfs in this reach. Today, thanks to the work of the streamflows, the creek would run dry every August through the town of Sisters. DRC, over 115 cfs flows in the Middle Deschutes during irrigation season. We are In just a short period of ten years, the DRC has successfully restored over 15 well on our way to our goal of 250 cfs in this reach. cubic feet per second of instream flow through the town of Sisters. We are well on our way to the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife’s goal of 33 cfs.

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THANK YOU TO MAIN PROJECT FUNDERS

The DRC would like to recognize the three primary grantors who funded 77% of its water transactions and projects in Fiscal Year 2008. As a result of this support, the DRC increased streamflows from 123 cubic feet per second (cfs) in FY07 to 160 cfs in FY08 in the Deschutes River and its tributaries.

The Columbia Basin Water Transactions Program (CBWTP) was started in 2002 to support innovative, voluntary grassroots water transactions that improve flows to tributary streams and rivers in the communities of the Columbia Basin. With CBWTP’s support, the DRC’s Programs are successfully restoring streamflow and improving water quality in the Deschutes Basin. In FY 08, the DRC’s Programs more than doubled the average summer flow in the Mid- dle Deschutes, resulting in the largest portion of protected water in the Deschutes River. The Swalley Main Canal piping project alone will put four times more water back in the Deschutes River than The CBWTP is managed by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, a non-profit orga- any other project to date - permanently restoring 29 cubic feet per second (cfs) of streamflow in the Middle nization dedicated to the conservation of fish and wildlife, working in partnership with Deschutes River just below Bend. The project also has a the Bonneville Power Administration. The majority of funding is provided by BPA hydro component that will supply 500 homes with elec- in cooperation with the Northwest Power and Conservation Council. tricity. This project was partially funded by the CBWTP.

The Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) is an Oregon state agency led by a 17-member policy oversight board. The Board fosters the collaboration of citizens, agencies, and local interests. OWEB Programs, funded largely from the Or- egon Lottery, support the state’s efforts to restore salmon runs, improve water qual- ity, and strengthen ecosystems that are critical to healthy watersheds and sustainable communities. The OWEB Special Investments Program (SIP) supports the DRC’s efforts to restore streamflow and improve water quality in Whychus Creek, a tributary that is critical to the reintro- duction of steelhead into the Deschutes Basin. As a result of OWEB funding, the DRC has successfully restored over 15 cubic feet per second (cfs) to Whychus Creek, a small stream that used to run dry through the town of Sisters during summer months.

Glen Cooper, Three Sisters Irrigation District Board President and the foreman of the McKenzie Piping Project has donated all of his time to construct four phases of the Project. The conserved water project entails piping 8 miles of a canal serving the Lower Bridge area and will result in 6 cfs of permanent streamflow restoration in Whychus Creek, a stream that is critical to the reintroduction of steelhead. Funding from the OWEB made this project possible. The final phase of the project will be constructed in the winter of 2009/2010.

The Pelton Round Butte Fund was created by Portland General Electric and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs to protect and enhance habitat for Deschutes River fish passage. Grants totaling $21.5 million will be awarded through the year 2020 for water rights and habitat improvements where salmon and steelhead will migrate, spawn and rear. Conservation organizations (such as the DRC) and private land- holders receive funds for projects such as removing culverts, stabilizing stream banks, restoring channels and conserving water. To date, more than $6 million has been awarded for dozens of projects and another $6 million will be distributed in 2013. The DRC uses Pelton Water Fund grants to acquire or lease instream water rights and participate in water conservation projects that increase streamflows in the Deschutes Basin.

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

TWELVE MONTHS ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2008 2008 2007 ASSETS Current Assets $1,496,596 $2,675,461 Property & Equipment net of accumulated depreciation $26,276 $27,537 TOTAL ASSETS $1,522,872 $2,702,998 LIABILITIES & NET ASSETS Current Liabilities $247,094 $757,632 Long-term Liabilities $230,000 $230,000 Net Assets-restricted by grant or donor source $1,045,778 $1,715,366 TOTAL LIABILITIES & NET ASSETS $1,522,872 $2,702,998 REVENUE & SUPPORT Grants & Contributions $4,838,284 $3,979,577 Interest Income $10,982 $10,195 Other $425,192 $454,839 TOTAL REVENUE & SUPPORT $5,274,458 $4,444,611 EXPENSES PROGRAM SERVICES Water Acquisitions Conservation $4,867,448 $2,843,230 Leasing $190,522 $157,966 Permanent transfers__restoration $78,763 $120,477 Mitigation Temporary transfers__mitigation $27,823 $43,364 Permanent transfers__mitigation $242,907 $405,243 Program - Other $102,680 $365,375 TOTAL PROGRAM SERVICES $5,510,143 $3,935,655 Communications & Marketing $118,107 $111,201 Fundraising $100,013 $115,308 General & Administrative, includes UDWC support $215,783 $272,485 TOTAL EXPENSES $5,944,046 $4,434,649 Change in Net Assets ($669,588) ($9,962) NET ASSETS__END OF YEAR $1,045,778 $1,715,366

REVENUE BY SOURCE PROGRAMS

National Fish & Wildlife Foundation 5% State 65% Water Conservation 81.9% Federal 2% Program - Other 1.7% Administration 3.6%

Consulting Communications 2% & Other 8% Fundraising 1.7%

Individual 4% Permanent Transfers 5.4%

Leasing of Water Rights 3.7%

Foundations & Corporations 16%

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT DONATIONS MADE FROM JANUARY 1, 2008 - DECEMBER 31, 2008

RIVER STEWARD Starview Foundation Jim & Denise Mahoney Ron & Molly Foerster ($1,000+) Sun Country Tours, Inc. Bob & Liz Main/Main Water Win & Laurel Francis Anonymous Sunriver Anglers Consulting LLC Lester & Katlin Friedman Anonymous Ray Tien & Gina McClard Nelson & Joanne Mathews Sylvia Breed Gates Bank of the Cascades Amy Tykeson & John Teller Jade Mayer & Romy Mortensen Peter Geiser & Maureen Sweeney BMG Group/Jim & Kim Mead W & H Pacific, Inc. Scott McCaulou & Lily Raff Michael & Karen Girard Bend Foundation Jan & Jody Ward Gregory & Carter McClarren Kyle & Andrea Gorman Knute & Patty Buehler William & Patricia Smith/William Brian & Valeta McEachron Julie Gregory John & Joan Casey Family Fund Smith Properties, Inc. Steven & Molly Michel Mark Hanschka of the Oregon Community Mark Murzin & John & Dori Hart Foundation RIVER CHAMPION Kris Knoernschild Walter* & Kae Hensey Ronald Cochran & Julie Kennedy ($250-$999) Damien Nurre High Desert Bank Paul & Carol Fortino Anonymous Joan Pecenka Judith Himes Friends of Bend, Inc. Anonymous Bill & Lura Reed John Hoffman & Steve Galash/R&H Construction Anonymous Joanne Richter & Sara Wiener Heidi Weiss-Hoffman Company Anonymous Todd & Julie Smith Robert Hogan John C. (Jack) & Anne Heisler Gail Achterman Eric & Chantal Strobel Sue & Mike Hollern Eric & Ronna Hoffman Rick Allen Sandy Taylor Peter Horsch Sue & Mike Hollern/ Michael & Bea Armstrong Bob & Lynn Tillman Wendy Hudson Greystone Foundation Jeff M. Barry Thomas & Andrea Tongue Neal Huston /Neal Huston & Bill Holverstott Scott Baumer/TKO Surgical, Inc. Tumalo Art Company Associates Architects, Inc. Hurley Re PC/Liz Dickson John Belsick Jay T. Waldron Jim Inkster Andrew & Beth Jones Ray & Cheri Belsick Jim & Tamara Weaver Greg & Catherine Jensen Karla Harling Interior Design Michel & Marian Boileau Brigitte Kenny, Jace Kenny & Karnopp Petersen LLP/ EH & ME Bowerman Advised RIVER SUPPORTERS Wes Jinings Jim Noteboom* Fund of the Oregon ($1-$249) Steve & Michelle Johnson Terryl Kemple Community Foundation Anonymous Julie Keil & Terence Sweeney Les Schwab Tire Centers Robert W. Boyd Anonymous Douglas P. Kintzinger Charles E & Mary Miller Family Bob & Dellie Brell Karen Allen Jeff & Carol Kozimor Fund of the Oregon Bruce & Pamela Brody-Heine Charles K. & Sandra Anderson Barry & Polly Landson Community Foundation/ Brooks Resources Bruce & Karen Aylward Danielle MacBain & Donald and Cameron Kerr Frank and Jane Cammack Leslie Bach Jason Gerard Rob & Sally Miller/ Lin Yee Chang Bob & Gayle Baker Steve & Cynde Magidson Mt. Jefferson Farms/Miller Jim & Jean Curran Fund of the Larry Katz & Kathy Baker-Katz Jim & Donna Manion Forests, Inc. Oregon Community Foundation Jay Beckstead & Paula Stenberg Charles & Elouise Mattox Chuck & Debbie Newport Don Terra Artworks Jay & Julie Bennett Troy & Julie McMullin Larry Nurre Mike & Kathleen Donley Bruce & Jodie Bischof William B. Merrill North Rim Deschutes River David & Grace Duerson Mark Bishop Tom & Jane Merrow Fund of the Oregon Bob Engelbrecht & Herb Blank & Lee Ann Ross Eddy & Ann Miller/ Community Foundation Katherine Hilst Archie & Maureen Bleyer Nine Mountain Log Works Ronald & Laurice Ochs Chris & Janet Farrens Will & Shawn Blount Jan Moore Orvis Company, Inc. Rick Fernald & Bo Bonotto Robert B. Neighbor Juliana Panchura Jennefer Lloyd-Fernald Peter Brewer Richard & Linda Patterson Ren & Marilyn Harris/ Fireside Red Bend, LLC Bobby & Rebecca Brunoe Albert & Elizabeth Pyott Paradigm Winery John Flowerree Paul & Susan Burton Jim & Dianne Ramsey Pastini Pastaria Dale Forster Donnie & Heidi Castleman Si Reedy Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company Polly Gervais Al Chase Michael Reidy Portland General Electric Nancy Gilbert & Ray & Beverly Clarno Barry & Connie Rice Pronghorn Community John Stephenson Tim & Marie Clasen Bob & Janice Schock Foundation Hamlin Family Trust Derek & Rachel Cornforth Erich & Paige Schultz Mel & Dee Raff James & Dale Hardt James & Lorri Craig Doug & Barbara Seaman Bill & Sharon Robbins Tod Heisler & Cris Himes Willard & Gretchen Dakin Daniel & Maureen Sempert Jim & Becky Rozewski Todd & Margy Hoffman Jean Dillard Judy Setzer John Rudi Farris & Judy Hotchkiss Hans & Karen Doorn Steve Sheldon Robert & Janice Schock Fund Julie Hotchkiss Cornelius & Teri Dunbar Dave Slavensky & of the Oregon Community Danny & Kathy Huff Wayne Elmore/Full Stream Lori Anne Domarchuk Foundation Bob & Bonnie Huston Consulting, Inc. Emil Smith Ken & Sharon Scott/Lee Romney The Ladkin Family Andy Fecteau & Kathy O’Hara/ John & Nancy Sorlie Foundation Don & Wendy Lange The Long Road Foundation Jeff & Lucy Stack Greg & Nancy Serrurier John Lanier & Jane Garvey Heidi Flannery/Fi.Com Ltd Amy Stuart Loren Smith Edwin & Jo Ellen Lee Jason & Ann Fleck Bill & Lynda Swarts

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT DONATIONS MADE FROM JANUARY 1, 2008 - DECEMBER 31, 2008

Todd & Lorri Taylor Steve Light Craig Morton and his children Meyer Memorial Trust Thomas & Phillis Temple Jen Luke Edd & Dawn Doorn/Doorn & As- National Fish & Wildlife David & Donna Thayer TR McCrystal sociates CPAS LLC, Foundation Don & Willie Tykeson McMenamins, Inc. In honor of Hans Doorn National Forest Foundation Dan & Sarah Wagster Gene McMullen TIGHT LINES North Rim Deschutes River Fund Wanderlust Tours Dave Merrick AUCTION DONORS of the Oregon Community Kyle & Tara Wieche/ Eddy Miller Gary Baker Foundation Altius Search Group LLC Montana Fly Company John Belsick Oregon Department of Fish Randy & Kelly Wildman North Pole Products Herb Blank and Lee Ann Ross & Wildlife Carl & Judi Yee Damien Nurre Glenn Davies Oregon Water Resources Mark Oglesby Robert Evans Department IN-KIND DONATIONS Brian O’Keefe James Fitzpatrick Oregon Watershed Alder Creek Kayak & Canoe O’Keeffe’s Company Tim Galvin Enhancement Board Steve Arnold Orvis Bob Griffin Pelton Water Fund Lee August Lynne Paretchan/ William Hinchliff TransCanada GTN & Amy Baker Perkins, Coie, LLP Karl Johnson NBP System Bend Metro Park and Patagonia Lucian Jones Recreation District Larry Pecenka Lyle Kearns IRRIGATION DISTRICTS BMG Group/Jim & Kim Mead Pepsi Cola Bottling Company Kevin Keillor Arnold Irrigation District C3 Events Jeff Perin Dick Koller Central Oregon Irrigation Carlton Hill Wine Company REI Aaron Lafky District Ken Clark Redsides Lodge Bob Lane Crook County Irrigation Confederated Tribes Ridgeline Custom Homes Gregory McClarren District #1 of Warm Springs Jim Rozewski Jim Mead LaPine Cooperative Water Combined Communications Bob Smith Steven Michel Association Nate Connolly Randy Miller Sherry Steele North Unit Irrigation District Scott Cook Strictly Organic Coffee Al & Pat Neufeldt Ochoco Irrigation District Mark Copeland Sun Country Tours Damien Nurre Swalley Irrigation District Deschutes Brewery, Inc. Sutron O’Keeffes Company Three Sisters Irrigation District Don Terra Artworks Table Tops, Inc. Albert Pyott Tumalo Irrigation District Earth H2O Tate & Tate Catering Rozewski & Company El Pescador The Bulletin Designers, LLC WATER DONATIONS/ Elevation Tents The Morning Hatch Rob Wilde TEMPORARY INSTREAM Fishpond The Source Weekly LEASES Fish’s Shuttle Service Inc The Steambboat Inn RESTRICTED GRANTS Fly and Field Outfitters Wanderlust Tours AND PROJECT FUNDERS City of Bend The Fly Fisher’s Place Avion Water Company & City of Redmond Jen’s Garden GIFT MADE IN HONOR Avion Blue Water Participants City of Sisters Susan Luckey Higdon OR IN MEMORIAM Bella Vista Foundation Keith Cyrus/ John Judy Erin Villano, In honor of Rocco, Bureau of Reclamation Aspen Lakes Development Katmailand, Inc. Chanda, Zoe & Ari Villano Columbia Basin Water Mill Creek Land LLC Kah-Nee-Ta High Desert Resort Ron and Margaret Angell, Transactions Program Ochoco Valley Ranch & Casino In honor of Dr. Raymond Tien Rimrock Valley Ranch LLC Don Lange Winery Dean & Lavon Morton, In honor of Jubitz Family Foundation Lorne Stills

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successful in attracting major major attracting in successful

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will have the opportunity to raise your paddle in sup in paddle your raise to opportunity the have will -

to health and vitality. vitality. and health to to offer. There will be a very brief program where you you where program brief very a be will There offer. to

repair past damage and return return and damage past repair in the beauty and wildlife this spectacular location has has location spectacular this wildlife and beauty the in

ongoing restoration efforts to to efforts restoration ongoing structured evening of mingling with friends while taking taking while friends with mingling of evening structured

rivers and streams, they require require they streams, and rivers

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a role in attracting you here. here. you attracting in role a

Oren’s magnificent riverfront property along the the along property riverfront magnificent Oren’s

its tributaries probably played played probably tributaries its

delectable food, spirits and jazz music at Izzy & Nancy Nancy & Izzy at music jazz and spirits food, delectable

of the Deschutes River and and River Deschutes the of

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match. The beauty and allure allure and beauty The match.

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of life in this region is hard to to hard is region this in life of

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