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Share your love for Central Oregon recreation year-round

With Valentine’s Day earlier this week and so much sunshine brightening these February days, some people are feeling…

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App helps skier swerve away from crowds at Mt. Bachelor

Super Bowl Sunday was the perfect day to avoid Mt. Bachelor’s usual crowds. And with Mt. Bachelor’s official…

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Top picks for High Desert destinations

High Desert destinations Christmas Valley Sand Dunes — The sand dunes about 20 miles east of the town…

Environment

Central Cascades permit system will see higher quotas, later start this summer

Hikers and backpackers: Mark your calendars to get your summer wilderness permits. The U.S. Forest Service on Tuesday…

Crime & Justice

Skier dies at Mt. Bachelor

A skier died at Mt. Bachelor ski area on Friday. About 12:25 p.m., Mt. Bachelor Ski Patrol responded…

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Central Oregon mushers fare well in 100-mile Idaho Sled Dog Challenge

For Central Oregon mushers Dave Bush and Jane Devlin, the sport of sled-dog racing really is all about…

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Quail Park is a hidden neighborhood gem

I’ve worked for Bend Park & Recreation District for more than five years, and you’d think I would…

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Climbing with auto-belays at Bend Rock Gym

After looking into indoor climbing options, I discovered Bend Rock Gym not far from my house. Having previously…

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Top picks south of Bend

Afternoon hike at Dillon Falls South of Bend Dillon Falls — The 15-foot waterfall that turns into a…

Local News

Cycle Oregon returns in September with Painted Hills ride

Cycle Oregon will stage its biggest ride of the year in Eastern Oregon in September. Dubbed “Ride the…

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