The Horizon
All the latest updates on our work defending rural lands, creating livable cities and towns and preserving wild lands and water throughout Central Oregon
County Commissioners hold hearing over Thornburgh Resort proposal
On February 1, the Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners will review the latest development application from Thornburgh Resort.
Healthy habitats save wildlife
Our regional identity is connected to our wildlife. They are a hallowed part of what makes this place exceptional and distinct. Now is the time to speak up for Central Oregon’s wild creatures.
The Bend to Redmond Corridor
Industrial sprawl between Bend and Redmond? Not on our watch.
Press Release: 142 acres near Crooked River Ranch
We filed an appeal to the Oregon Land Use Board of Appeals over 142 acres in Jefferson County.
Press Release: LandWatch appeals controversial rezone of 710 acres of farmland
On January 4, Central Oregon LandWatch filed a Notice of Intent to Appeal the Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners’ (BOCC) decision to remove agricultural land protections on 710 acres near Terrebonne.
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Winter Newsletter 2022
Take a look at our winter newsletter for updates on the Crooked River, wildlife habitat across Deschutes County, and what makes up a “Complete Community” here in Central Oregon.
A New River Democracy Act introduced to Congress
Earlier this month, Oregon Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley announced an updated version of the River Democracy Act.
Community calls on elected leaders to help Save Skyline Forest
On a brisk and beautiful morning, we delivered the Save Skyline Forest Community Letter to our elected officials.
Winter closures in effect to protect wildlife
As of December 1, winter road closures are in effect for four areas in the Deschutes National Forest.
A win for Crook County! Destination resort off the books
A new destination resort in Crook County is officially off the books.
Bend’s Midtown Crossings: A Victory Years in the Making
After years of sustained advocacy, improvements to the Midtown crossings are coming - and soon!
Planning for Sisters’ future
The City of Sisters is gathering community input on two important projects that guide potential development and zoning changes – changes that will help determine what this community looks like for generations.
FAQ: Save Skyline Forest
We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions and answers about Skyline Forest and the community campaign to conserve it.
Thornburgh Resort Proposal Under Review
Comment period open through November 7 on the latest development application from Thornburgh Resort.
Thornburgh Resort proposal under review
On October 24, a Deschutes County Hearings Officer will review the latest development application from Thornburgh Resort.
Bull Flat: The Gateway to Skyline Forest
The population on the Bull Flat wildlife area is important not only because it is rare but also because it has been extensively studied over several decades.
Groundwater survey: How should we use groundwater?
OWRD recognizes there is an issue with over-allocation of groundwater resources. Right now, they are seeking our input on how to move forward and shape a groundwater permitting system that supports the quality of our aquifers while also serving the senior water rights holders and current domestic well uses in each basin.