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McKenzie River Discovery Center Blog

See how the impact of our efforts with the McKenzie River will unite our communities.

Recent Study Shows Aquifer Beneath Oregon Cascades is Far Larger than Researchers Expected

February 13, 2025

“Surprising discovery: Oregon Cascades’ Aquifer feeding Mckenzie River is much bigger than previously thought. Learn more about this new study.”

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Experience the Thrill of Building Your Own Drift Boat at the McKenzie River Workshop

January 13, 2025

Build your own drift boat at McKenzie River Workshop and experience the thrill of crafting your own adventure on the water.

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McKenzie River Discovery Center Approved for $3 Million Oregon State Funding

March 23, 2022

Photo courtesy of Ron Cooper, Salem Photojournalist We are very...

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