As readers of this blog know, we are in a drought.  You are also undoubtedly aware of a “super El Nino” forming which is predicted to be strongest next winter (2026-2027).  No one knows what impact the El Nino will have locally.  If it brings more drought, local irrigators could be in serious trouble, which leads me to a discussion of relevant parts of the Deschutes Basin Habitat Conservation Plan.

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