Carve spring turns at Bachelor

Mt. Bachelor offers a spring pass, valid from April 1 through closing day, scheduled for May 26. Most of the ski resort’s terrain is expected to remain open through mid-April, according to its website. Party in the Peace Park, an event with music and swag, takes place at the Woodward Peace Park from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Subaru Winterfest is around the corner, scheduled for April 12-14 with a performance by Cold War Kids.

Mt. Bachelor; Open from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. through April 21 and 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. April 22–May 26, conditions permitting; 13000 SW Century Drive, Bend; mtbachelor.com.

Hop in on early-bird pricing at downtown Bend’s new yoga studio

Yoga Shala, named after the Sanskrit word which means school, home or abode, opened in in January. The entrance is on Brooks Street, a brown door sandwiched between Higher Elevation Smokers Gallery and Worthy Brewing Beers & Burgers. The studio is on the building’s second floor with views of Drake Park. It offers a class schedule including Ashtanga, Iyengar, vinyasa flows, yoga therapeutics and meditation, according to the website. Call for more info about new student specials.

Yoga Shala Bend; Open daily; 806 NW Brooks St., Suite 200, Bend; yogashalabend.com, 541-668-6890.

Take a hike

If you want a taste of the High Desert, here it is. A portion of the 750-mile Oregon Desert Trail runs right through The Badlands Wilderness. At 2.7 miles each way, Flatiron Rock in The Badlands is a jaunt through ancient juniper and incredible lava rock formations east of Bend. On clear days, the rock’s upper portions offer great views of Mount Jefferson, Hood and more. Cooler temps offer prime hiking: When the weather is warm, the sandy trail can soften. Make sure you’re up for a desert jaunt by being well-prepared with sufficient layering, sturdy shoes, sunscreen and water.

From the eastern edge of Bend, drive east 13.5 miles on U.S. Highway 20 and turn left into the trailhead parking area. bendbulletin.us/badlands.

Get a taste of 750-mile Oregon Desert Trail in a day

If you’re looking for a taste of nature closer to Bend, 981-acre Shevlin Park on the west side never disappoints. The cold waters of Tumalo Creek burble through the park, where the greener shades of spring are already beginning to show. Take the lower trail that parallels the creek or the longer loop above, or stick to the pavement like so many families with bikes and strollers opt to do.

Shevlin Park is at 18920 NW Shevlin Park Road, Bend. Contact: bendparksandrec.org/park/shevlin-park.

Easter Open Play Event

Take the younger kids to Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play on Friday for an Easter egg hunt and open play event in its ninja gym. Easter Bunny “Nibbles” will be around for photo opportunities and kids can play on the gym’s obstacles all day long. Gym features include a warped wall, climbing wall, fire pole, rings, ropes, slanted steps, balance beams, cargo nets and more. There are no drop-offs, so parents and other chaperones will have to hang with their kids. Two adults per family are free, any more and a pass is required.

Friday 9 a.m.-4:15 p.m.; $25; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.com or 541-241-3919.