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- By MARK MORICAL The Bulletin
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To escape long chairlift lines and crowded slopes, experienced backcountry skiers and snowboarders in Central Oregon will venture off to mount… Read moreSkiing and snowboarding: Escape the crowds by venturing into the backcountry
- By KELLY CLEMAN For The Bulletin
The snow crunches rhythmically under the group’s feet as we plod along. When we stop and lis… Read moreFor taking in Central Oregon scenery, snowshoes set the right pace
- By JANAY WRIGHT The Bulletin
When I’m not reporting and writing articles, I’m curating stories and filming reels for The … Read moreA glorious first day of the season at Mt. Bachelor
The weekend will bring some rain, snow and chilly conditions to Central Oregon. Head north t… Read moreCentral Oregon outdoors, ski and trail conditions
- By MARK MORICAL The Bulletin
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Running along the trails or cross-country skiing at the sno-parks in Central Oregon, you nev… Read moreIn 'Good for a Girl,' Bend's Lauren Fleshman reflects on storied running career, highlights issues female athletes face
- By DAVID JASPER The Bulletin
Josephine Woolington wasn’t quite prepared to write a book when, in early 2021, she took a c… Read moreNature essayist examines Northwest species in 'Where We Call Home'
- By CRISTINA PETERSON For The Bulletin
Getting outside is the goal. That’s it. Anything beyond that, count it as a win. Read moreGetting young kids active in the Central Oregon outdoors is worth the effort
This weekend is going to be a cold and dry one. But there is still enough snow to grab your … Read moreCentral Oregon outdoors, ski and trail conditions
- By TIM TRAINOR Redmond Spokesman
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Smith Rock State Park is slated to get a new, wider pedestrian bridge this summer, cutting a… Read moreBridge replacement project to cut access at Smith Rock this summer
- By JANAY WRIGHT The Bulletin
The beauty of Smith Rock State Park never fails to amaze. Read moreSmith Rock’s stunning views and an ice cream parlor, Juniper Junction
- By MARK MORICAL The Bulletin
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Nearly 500 miles in nine days through the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. Some 90,000 f… Read more'Free Outside,' set to be shown in Bend, documents a hiker's record on the 500-mile Colorado Trail
- By JULIE BROWN For The Bulletin
The Bend Park & Recreation District recently appointed two new members to its board foll… Read morePine Nursery Park in Bend a surprise favorite
- By JANAY WRIGHT The Bulletin
The mission of Deschutes Land Trust is to connect the public to the natural world. That’s wh… Read moreDeschutes Land Trust hosts free speaker series about the natural world
It's been a snowy year thus far, and most area sno-parks are in good shape with adequate cov… Read moreConditions report for areas in and around Bend
- By Jamie Hale The Oregonian
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Georgena Moran has always immersed herself in the outdoors. But when the avid hiker, backpac… Read moreHikers with disabilities seek access to information about Oregon trails
- By MARK MORICAL The Bulletin
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Wintertime can be hard on runners and cyclists in Central Oregon, and a particularly snowy w… Read moreBig Sky Park in east Bend set to be a destination for mountain bikers, trail runners
- By EMMA MAARANEN For The Bulletin
It’s a new year, which means it’s time to start planning some epic mountain bike rides to ta… Read more2023 to-do list: The loop around Mount Bachelor
Get ready for rainy conditions this weekend with temperatures hovering in the low 40s. So be… Read moreCentral Oregon outdoors and trail conditions
- By DAVID JASPER The Bulletin
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In the last few minutes of the Dec. 12 episode of “Hawk vs Wolf,” 54-year-old Tony Hawk’s po… Read moreBend editor skates through life
- By JEREMY DICKMAN For The Bulletin
Much as we Central Oregonians love to admire our ancient lava flows, pre-Lewis and Clark pon… Read moreTake a hike through time and modern ruins at Tumalo Dam
- By DAVID JASPER The Bulletin
For people who want to keep running and hiking throughout the winter, the constantly changin… Read moreWhen conditions are poor, hit the pavement in Bend
After some snow Friday, the weekend is expected to bring a little sunshine to Central Oregon… Read moreCentral Oregon outdoors and trail conditions
- By MICHAEL KOHN The Bulletin
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Among the controversial and heated topics debated these days in Central Oregon, mountain bik… Read moreHundreds weigh in on controversial mountain biking project near Prineville
- By MARK MORICAL The Bulletin
J.D. Downing moved to Bend in 1994, and since then, he has kept a log of winter snowfall in Bend. Read moreGroomed 1-kilometer loop at Skyline Sports Complex in Bend offers nordic skiing without the drive
- By SUE SULLIVAN For The Bulletin
If you have been cross-country skiing in this area over the last couple of decades, you know… Read moreNew ski and snowshoe trails, signs added to Century Drive corridor sno-parks
- By JANAY WRIGHT The Bulletin
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Nothing unleashes one’s inner child quite like strapping on a pair of ice skates and sliding… Read moreCosmic ice skating introduces otherworldly fun to the sport
After freezing temperatures late in the week, things will warm up to the high 40s and low 50… Read moreCentral Oregon outdoor and trail conditions
- By Samantha Swindler The Oregonian
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Look skyward, Oregonians, and for the next few weeks you could see a winter “parade of planets.” Read moreHow to spot ‘parade of planets,’ visible in Oregon through early January
- By MARK MORICAL The Bulletin
During the last 15 years, the Dirksen Derby has evolved into an event that truly marks the b… Read moreDirksen Derby marks the unofficial kickoff to the winter sports season in Central Oregon
- By CRISTINA PETERSON For The Bulletin
Festive gatherings, family traditions and all the preparations can make the holidays hectic.… Read moreA mile of mindful movement each day may ease holiday stress, sadness
- By JANAY WRIGHT The Bulletin
Walking my curious, people-loving, 11-month-old Alaskan Husky mix means I often get wrapped … Read moreMarvel at how the Deschutes River Trail is transformed by the snow
- By DAVID JASPER The Bulletin
"The Yin and Yang of Gerry Lopez," filmmaker Stacy Peralta's documentary about the life and … Read moreDoc "The Yin and Yang of Gerry Lopez" available for free streaming
There are clear skies and no new snow in the forecast this weekend, which is great for getti… Read moreCentral Oregon outdoors and trail conditions
- By MARK MORICAL The Bulletin
Ski and snowboard season is in full swing as Mt. Bachelor, Hoodoo and Willamette Pass ski ar… Read moreTrail networks near Redmond offer winter mountain biking opportunities
- By TED TAYLOR For The Bulletin
When winter arrives in Bend, few people hunker down. Read moreWhen the snow falls, Bend Parks is prepared
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Fall River — If it’s solitude and beauty you seek, the spring-fed Fall River in southern Des… Read moreFive destinations for winter fun south of Bend
This weekend Central Oregon is expected to get several more inches of snowfall both in the m… Read moreCentral Oregon outdoors and trail conditions
- By MARK MORICAL The Bulletin
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Over the years, Larry Katz has learned how to manage low snow conditions. Read moreSeason starts early for nordic skiing at Meissner Sno-park west of Bend
- By EMMA MAARANEN For The Bulletin
The snow is here in Central Oregon, and fat bikers are rejoicing. Read moreTicket to Ride a hot ticket for Fat Bikers in Bend
- By JANAY WRIGHT The Bulletin
Oregon’s sno-parks offer some of the best spots for winter recreation such as cross-country … Read moreSno-park permits make accessibility to Oregon’s 100 parks possible
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If you're not sure where to go this week, try exploring east of Bend. With plenty of room to… Read moreCentral Oregon outdoors and trail conditions
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Just in time for the holiday season, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is offering … Read moreOregon State Parks offers discount on its 12-month parking permit
- By Jamie Hale The Oregonian
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Drive out to Sauvie Island, take Reeder Road all the way to the end, and hike the Warrior Po… Read moreSauvie Island lighthouse offers an easy year-round hike
- By MAKENZIE WHITTLE For The Bulletin
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FORT ROCK — Fort Rock was missing. Read moreTundra-like Fort Rock yields an unforgettable trip
- By JAMES CAGNEY For The Bulletin
Want to cross-country ski longer and faster than ever come winter? Read moreIt's not too late to get in shape for nordic skiing in Central Oregon
- By JANAY WRIGHT The Bulletin
After the indulgences of Thanksgiving Day, the outdoors will be beckoning. But when family a… Read moreFour easy Central Oregon hikes for Thanksgiving weekend
This holiday weekend, take time to get outside and enjoy the snow-covered mountains. Head to… Read moreCentral Oregon outdoors and trail conditions
- By DAVID JASPER The Bulletin
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After observing them in the wild since 2008, Bend nature writer Marina Richie knows her way … Read moreBend author dives into world of belted kingfisher in 'Halcyon Journey'
- By MAKENZIE WHITTLE For The Bulletin
With the thoughts of turkey and the inevitable family gatherings soon to come, there’s no ne… Read moreDry River Canyon a hike through ancient riverbed
Go explore the pristine, dramatic landscapes of Smith Rock or Ochoco National Forest. There … Read moreCentral Oregon outdoors and trail conditions
- By CRISTINA PETERSON For The Bulletin
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The variable weather at this time of the year serves as a reminder that nothing lasts foreve… Read moreChange of seasons reminds us that nothing lasts forever
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Cascades Lakes Highway and Paulina Lake Road were scheduled to close for the winter at 8 a.m… Read moreSnow closes roads to popular recreation areas south and west of Bend
- By JEREMY DICKMAN For The Bulletin
By JEREMY DICKMAN • For The Bulletin Read moreThe Metolius River Trail scratches that small-adventure itch
- By JANAY WRIGHT The Bulletin
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During the past three years, starry nights over Bend have been disappearing at a rate of 7% … Read moreBend's dark skies are disappearing — make a difference with responsible outdoor lighting
- By JANAY WRIGHT The Bulletin
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During the past three years, starry nights over Bend have been disappearing at a rate of 7% … Read moreBend's dark skies are disappearing — make a difference with responsible outdoor lighting