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A mini tour of skateparks in Portland — ground zero for the modern skatepark era

If you’re a skater, travel often includes a few skatepark visits. This summer, this skater was lucky enough…

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Leave No Trace in local natural areas

One of my favorite childhood memories was visiting my local neighborhood park and building a fort with the…

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A Tale of two rivers

The Deschutes River Trail — a true Bend classic — traverses nearly 20 miles through pine forests, lava…

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For a quick fix of fishing, Bend’s parks are on the line

My daughters enjoy spending time with their grandparents (my in-laws) each summer while fishing at several of the…

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Celebrate Bend park district’s history with a scavenger hunt

What is the oldest park in Bend? Which park required two acts of Congress to acquire? Bend Park…

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Bend parks offer natural play areas to unleash the wild side

One of my favorite smells in the spring is that of dirt. I know that others may choose…

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Burned out on teaching, Bend woman finds healing, new business, through yoga

I lay on my yoga mat in Drake Park, noticing the white contrails that crisscrossed against the deep…

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Goose hazers, other volunteers play vital roles in Bend park district

When exploring and enjoying all adventures in Central Oregon, you’d be hard-pressed to find any areas that haven’t…

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Experience the magic of birding with guided walks by the ‘Crooked River Wetlanders’

As of Saturday, bird enthusiasts will have a second monthly opportunity to spot waterfowl at Crooked River Wetlands.…

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Spring break bucket list: Yoga, ninja gym and the outdoors

Carve spring turns at Bachelor Mt. Bachelor offers a spring pass, valid from April 1 through closing day,…

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