The science and philosophy of river restoration in Central Oregon will be the topic of Oregon State University – Cascades’ Science Pub on April 21.
The talk will be given by Skuyler Herzog, a hydrologist and assistant professor in OSU-Cascades’ natural resources degree program.
In his talk, Herzog will explore research he’s conducting across Central Oregon that is attempting to address water quality and habitat for salmon, steelhead and other wildlife. Herzog is conducting projects on Whychus Creek, the Upper Crooked River and Thirtymile Creek, an important tributary of the John Day River, as well as on tributaries in Arizona and California.
Herzog will also invite reflection on what successful restoration looks like — and how communities seek common ground in caring for local rivers when restoration visions diverge.
Herzog’s research projects span forested, agricultural, urban and wastewater-dominated watersheds as he works with water practitioners, stakeholders and regulators to translate scientific results into practical management solutions.
The Science Pub will take place from 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. in the Charles McGrath Family Atrium in Edward J. Ray Hall at OSU-Cascades. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for networking and dining with the presentation to follow at 6 p.m.
Registration is required and on-campus parking is free.
The event is $22 per person, which includes a light, pub-style, pre-lecture dinner. The no-host bar will offer beer, wine, cider and soft drinks.
To register, visit beav.es/science-pub-rivers. OSU-Cascades employees and students should contact events@osucacades.edu for tickets.
For accommodations for disabilities contact 541-322-3100 or events@osucascades.edu.
About OSU-Cascades: Oregon State University’s campus in Bend brings higher education to Central Oregon, the fastest growing region in the state. Surrounded by mountains, forest and high desert, OSU-Cascades is a highly innovative campus of a top-tier land grant research university, offering small classes that accelerate faculty-student mentoring and experiential learning. Degree programs meet industry and economic needs in areas such as innovation and entrepreneurship, natural ecosystems, health and wellness, and arts and sciences, and prepare students for tomorrow’s challenges. OSU-Cascades is expanding to serve 3,000 to 5,000 students, building a 128-acre campus with net-zero goals.