Bend Field Office
Bend, OR 97701
The Bend Field Office covers nine counties in central Oregon including Deschutes, Crook, Jefferson, Wheeler, Wasco, Sherman, Gilliam, Harney, and Lake Counties, and portions of Klamath and Malheur counties.
Working Locally to Conserve Oregon’s Wildlife and Habitats
Conservation is most effective when it happens close to home. That’s why the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service has staff located throughout Oregon, working directly with communities, partners, and landowners to conserve wildlife and their habitats for future generations.
Working Locally with You
So, what do we do in Central Oregon? Our work takes many forms, but it can be grouped into several key areas:
- Restoring and maintaining healthy ecosystems
- Recovering threatened and endangered species
- Conserving species before they are at risk of extinction
- Building strong partnerships with communities and organizations
How We Can Help
We work with citizens, businesses, local governments, landowners, and conservation organizations on a variety of activities, including:
- Endangered Species Act consultation
- Environmental education and outreach
- Fish passage
- Habitat Conservation Plans
- Fire and fuels management
- Energy projects
- Species conservation
Species in Central Oregon
From iconic species to sensitive species—and even some that are simply fascinating—we work to conserve a diverse range of wildlife in Central Oregon. Explore the species and conservation efforts involving the pygmy rabbit, greater sage-grouse, Oregon spotted frog, bull trout, and Borax Lake chub.
Drop Us a Line
Do you live or work in Central Oregon and have questions, concerns, or a project involving federally listed wildlife or their habitats? We’re here to help. Contact our staff to learn more about how we can work together to support wildlife and healthy habitats in Oregon.
Field Supervisor, Emelie McKain at (541)-383-7146