Owens Valley Indian Water Commission

Owens Valley Indian Water Commission The Owens Valley Indian Water Commission is an organization involved in protecting the precious wate

The Owens Valley is an arid valley in the Eastern Sierra of southeastern California in the United States. The Owens River flows through the 75-mile long valley bounded by the Inyo Mountains on the east, the Coso Range on the southeast, and the Sierra Nevada Range on the west. Mount Whitney rises majestically over 14,000 feet with the floor of the Owens Valley resting at 4,000 feet in elevation mak

ing the the valley one of the deepest valleys in the United States. The bed of Owens Lake, now a dry alkali flat, sits on the southern end of the valley. One-third of the water used by the City of Los Angeles comes from the Owens Valley through the Los Angeles Aqueduct. The Owens Valley Indian Water Commission is committed to protecting the waters of the Owens Valley and works with the support of the three member tribes to carry out the mission of protecting the precious water that sustains all life.

It's almost that time, Taatsawano! Come out, enjoy yourself, and spend time with the community.
06/12/2026

It's almost that time, Taatsawano! Come out, enjoy yourself, and spend time with the community.

What has water taught you lately?This was the question we carried throughout a beautiful weekend with some of the incred...
06/12/2026

What has water taught you lately?

This was the question we carried throughout a beautiful weekend with some of the incredible women of at Three Creeks.

Alex guided us as we explored water as a relative, a teacher, and a carrier of memory. We shared stories of our first memories of water, reflected on the waters that shaped us, wrote poetry, created art, sat in silence, and dreamed together about the future we hope to create.

Water reminded us that movement is healthy. That what stays stagnant too long begins to suffer. That transformation is possible. That we can move around obstacles without losing ourselves. And that even as water changes form, it remains water.

We were also honored to support LA Walks in recording conversations for their podcast, helping share stories about water, stewardship, advocacy, and the deep connections between Payahuunadü and Los Angeles.

We left feeling more connected and committed, to each other, to our communities, and to the waters that make all life possible.

Thank you, LA Walks, for making the journey upstream and for the work you do to connect people to place, story, and one another. We’re grateful for the friendships, conversations, and collaborations that emerged from this exchange, and excited to continue building relationships between Los Angeles and the source of nearly half of its water.

We're looking for local Indigenous stewards to join us in caring for Three Creeks this summer and fall.Stewardship takes...
06/09/2026

We're looking for local Indigenous stewards to join us in caring for Three Creeks this summer and fall.

Stewardship takes many forms: tending the pond and waterways, caring for gardens and fruit trees, supporting community events, welcoming guests, sharing stories through social media and film, and helping care for this special community space.

If you're looking to deepen your relationship with the land, learn new skills, meet great people, and be part of a growing community of care, we'd love to hear from you.

Please see the flyer for dates and details, or reach out to us directly at 323-523-3039.

Upgrading our vermicomposting game! So excited to have a shed built for our supplies and tools needed to keep our garden...
06/05/2026

Upgrading our vermicomposting game! So excited to have a shed built for our supplies and tools needed to keep our gardens thriving. Here’s to happy worms and good soil in the near future!

We have to push back our talk with Patti till Sunday, hope to see many of you there!
05/30/2026

We have to push back our talk with Patti till Sunday, hope to see many of you there!

FYI: NRCS is hosting a Local Work Group Meeting for Inyo & Mono Counties on June 2nd. This is an opportunity to share in...
05/27/2026

FYI: NRCS is hosting a Local Work Group Meeting for Inyo & Mono Counties on June 2nd. This is an opportunity to share input on local natural resource priorities and where support is needed most. See flyer for details.

Join us for the next chapter of our series of community-made films focused on reducing single-use products!This June we ...
05/15/2026

Join us for the next chapter of our series of community-made films focused on reducing single-use products!

This June we will film in Lone Pine, Big Pine, Bishop, and return to Three Creeks on the final day to edit our short scenes into a collective PSA that will be shown at the Bishop Theatre for a year!!

Have an idea for a scene?? We want to hear it!

Open to youth and community members who are interested in stepping in front or behind the camera. Come be part of it!

RSVP required, we will likely film/work together from 9am-3pm each day. Please fill out this form no later than June 5th.

Community Days are back at Three Creeks!Join us for a day on the land to relax, connect, play in the pond, and enjoy bei...
05/12/2026

Community Days are back at Three Creeks!

Join us for a day on the land to relax, connect, play in the pond, and enjoy being in community together. Bring your family, friends, snacks, towels, floaties, and prayers.

Upcoming Dates:
May 16th | 9 AM – 3 PM
June 27th | 9 AM – 3 PM
July 25th | 9 AM – 3 PM

All are welcome.

Questions? Call Julia: (760) 920-2714

Join us this May for Volunteer Days at Three Creeks on Tuesday May 5th and 19th from 9 AM–12 PM. Help us clear waterways...
04/29/2026

Join us this May for Volunteer Days at Three Creeks on Tuesday May 5th and 19th from 9 AM–12 PM.

Help us clear waterways, tend the pond, and care for the gardens as we continue growing healthy homelands together.

Lunch provided. RSVP to Julia at (760) 920-2714

Happy Mother Earth Day! Please enjoy this message and film created by our local youth during our event last summer! May...
04/22/2026

Happy Mother Earth Day! Please enjoy this message and film created by our local youth during our event last summer! May we all remember who we are and take care of this beautiful world together.

We are also sharing our new Single Use? No Excuse Commitment. We are grateful to be partnering with and as well as others coming together to make single use a thing of the past...we started with ToGo Containers and now we are moving to coffee cups!!!

If you sign our commitment this week you will be entered in a drawing to win this beautiful Looney Bean mug! Most of our local coffee spots offer a discount if you BYO cup, so please consider helping Mother Earth out and joining us.

Here is the link to our google form to enter for a chance to win!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdLo7dntd5YHLvTw6BROg31aVcFZ5Slq_YDImzsmsLSicrb6A/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=102173665964722123688

Address

46 N Tu Su Lane
Bishop, CA
93514

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(760) 873-3300

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