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Heading outside: Dodge crowds on rainy, cool Smith Rock weekend

Last week, I mentioned that local trails needed some precipitation, but there was none in the forecast. Hours…

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Explore calendar June 21-27: Cloverdale Road Group Bike Ride

Outdoor Yoga Classes: Join for all-levels outdoor yoga flow classes on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 9:15-10:15…

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Celebrate 50 years of John Day Fossil Beds National Monument

John Day Fossil Beds National Monument will celebrate its golden anniversary with two days of special events commemorating…

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Guest column: Cool off this summer with these 4 Oregon river adventures

The summer solstice is upon us, and the long, warm days beckon outdoor adventures. But if you’re like…

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Miles out of cherry country: A 45-mile gravel ride from The Dalles

Having rolled out from Sorosis Park, up on a bluff above The Dalles and the Columbia River, 20…

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Forest Service offers fee-free day on June 19

Summer is just getting going and the Forest Service wants you to get out there and enjoy your…

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Trek to summit of Black Butte is the ideal kickoff to hiking season in Central Oregon

As trails with peak views go, hikers might get some of the most bang for their buck along…

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Heading outside: Singletrack joy in the Ochocos; fish for kokanee on Wickiup

I hope I’m not the only one who struggled to acclimate to last week’s 90-degree heat. Even with…

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Explore calendar June 14-20: SOAR Activity Day 2025

Outdoor Calendar Outdoor Yoga Classes: Join for all-levels outdoor yoga flow classes on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and…

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Peterson Ridge Trail: Sisters’ answer to Phil’s — without the crowds

Sandwiched between U.S. Highway 20 and Three Creeks Road, occupying several square miles of land one minute’s drive…

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