Deschutes River Conservancy

Protecting Central Oregon’s rivers with a digital presence that inspires

Client Goal:

With the goal of protecting and restoring the Deschutes River Basin, the Deschutes River Conservancy wanted a website that would inspire community involvement, increase donations, and educate visitors about conservation efforts.

Design for Conservation and Impact

  • Created a nature-inspired design that reflects the beauty and importance of the Deschutes River.
  • Incorporated compelling visuals and storytelling to highlight conservation projects and successes.

Simplify Navigation and Resource Access

  • Developed educational resource pages to inform the public about water conservation and restoration efforts.
  • Streamlined the donation process and added volunteer sign-up tools to boost community engagement.

SEO and Accessibility Optimization

  • Optimized for keywords related to river conservation, watershed restoration, and sustainable water management to improve search rankings.
  • Ensured the site met WCAG accessibility standards for inclusivity and usability.

Lead Generation and Engagement Tools

  • Integrated donation forms and membership sign-ups to drive fundraising efforts.
  • Added event calendars and news updates to keep the community informed and engaged.

1,200

clicks from Google Search in first 28 days

100%

SEO Health Score

99%

Accessibility Score

I had the pleasure of working with Farewell Media to launch a new website for the Deschutes River Conservancy. Our work at the DRC is complex and Farewell helped us navigate how we tell our story in an accessible and beautiful way. I highly recommend working with Kevin and team!
1,200

Marisa Hossick

Deschutes River Conservancy