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Sisters Stampede race kicks off the summer mountain biking season in Central Oregon

The biggest mountain bike race in Central Oregon usually sells out about two weeks ahead of time. This…

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Where the wildflowers are in Central Oregon

It can be hard in a recreation-crazed place like Central Oregon to remember that “exploring” doesn’t always have…

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Bend disc golf group focuses more on fun than rules

After my first time playing disc golf a few years ago, I swiftly cataloged it under the list…

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State parks and recreation department to waive day-use parking fees statewide June 4

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department announced that there will be free parking, free tent and RV camping,…

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Get your stroller rolling on these smooth Central Oregon paths

With the lovely spring weather, it’s a great time to get the family out for a stroller run…

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Trail running options abound in Central Oregon

As I ran uphill out of the river canyon and into the open meadow at the Riley Ranch…

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Oregon Adaptive Sports offers summer rec programs in Central Oregon

Oregon Adaptive Sports was founded on the belief that everyone in Central Oregon deserves to recreate outdoors. The…

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Top picks north of Bend

Alder Springs Trail — The full 5.7-mile (round-trip) hiker-only trail between Sisters and Terrebonne is perfect for a…

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Forest Road 42 in Ochoco National Forest to close for upgrades

Beginning as early as Monday, a section of the popular Forest Road 42 through the Ochoco National Forest…

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Zoe Roy wins record fifth straight Pole Pedal Paddle women’s race; newcomer Kobelin takes second

Zoe Roy said the last 1-mile run was “endless,” but the throngs of spectators lining the Deschutes River…

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