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Keep our dog parks safe for everyone

Spring is on the way, and the dog jackets are coming off. I am sure we can all…

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Seek NW Skateboard Camp holds open sessions

The second week of February, my wife and I took an overnight trip to Portland. En route back…

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Design meeting for Culver skatepark on Wednesday

The city of Culver will host a public meeting for the public to give its input about the…

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Bend trails by the numbers — data for 2022

I like to extend the new year as long as possible with reflections to inform where I’m going.…

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Smith Rock’s stunning views and an ice cream parlor, Juniper Junction

The beauty of Smith Rock State Park never fails to amaze. The walls and spires that rise out…

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Pine Nursery Park in Bend a surprise favorite

The Bend Park & Recreation District recently appointed two new members to its board following vacancies. There were…

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Deschutes Land Trust hosts free speaker series about the natural world

The mission of Deschutes Land Trust is to connect the public to the natural world. That’s why its…

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Big Sky Park in east Bend set to be a destination for mountain bikers, trail runners

Wintertime can be hard on runners and cyclists in Central Oregon, and a particularly snowy winter like this…

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Sno-park permits make accessibility to Oregon’s 100 parks possible

Oregon’s sno-parks offer some of the best spots for winter recreation such as cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and sledding.…

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Out-and-back hikes afford different views of Central Oregon

Hike or run to a certain spot Take a break and turn around. Go back the way you…

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