WaterNight

Friday, December 11, 2026 - 6:00-8:30pm

Worthy Brewing - Bend, Oregon

Join us for an evening celebrating freshwater biodiversity, education, and stories to inspire our movement.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with our community and show your support for our mission-driven work!

Our Annual WaterNight Fundraiser is a chance to gather with neighbors and the FI Team, while getting sneak peeks at our newest films and imagery, impact updates, and chances to bring home some great prizes and artwork in support of our nonprofit mission!

Gather with kindred spirits and immerse in our cause through:

  • A Pop-up Photo Gallery of world class aquatic art from photographer, David Herasimtschuk

  • Sneak Film Previews from our latest projects

  • Dinner and Drinks (a la carte)

  • Auction Items/Packages, including:

    • Guided fishing trip on the lower Deschutes,

    • Guided fly fishing day with accomodations in Slovenia,

    • Half-day custom canoe/kayak instruction and boat demo for 1–2 people in Central Oregon, led by Ethan Ebersold.

    • Aquatic adventure with the the FI film team,

    • & more to be announced soon!

  • Paddle Raise for our mission!

Sponsors

  • Dentler Leclaire Family Foundation

    Cornerstone supporters of Freshwaters Illustrated

  • WYLD

    Conservation minded cannabis products from the PNW

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  • Worthy Brewing

    Earth First, Beer Second! An award-winning craft brewery known for its innovative, hop-forward beers and delicious, expertly crafted food.

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  • Canvas on Demand

    Our favorite canvas print shop!

    Website

  • Lustrik

    Lustrik

    Slovenia Fly Fishing Guides, Trips, & Lodges!

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  • Hucho House

    Hucho House

    Boutique stay in Central Slovenia.

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  • The Fly Fisher's Place

    Guided fly fishing trips in Bend, OR.

    Website

  • Happy Paddlin

    Happy Paddlin

    Sharing the finest in paddlesports since 2000.

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Be a part of what makes our work possible!

Freshwaters Illustrated is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization powered by the generosity of individuals like you. Your charitable contributions fuel our mission to bring community awareness and action to freshwater ecosystems.

Your support makes a lasting impact—let’s make a difference together.