Skiers and boarders keep a close eye on the forecast to find prime conditions
Powder is the name of the game for local snowriders
MOUNT BACHELOR — The line for the Summit chairlift on Wednesday of last week stretched all the way back to … Read more
When it’s 30 below and the dog’s got to go
Let’s say the cold wind feels like a hot iron, boiling water instantly turns to … Read more
Scientists saving pallid sturgeon in Montana still face hurdles
A bevy of scientists has helped Montana’s most threatened fish avoid blinking out. Declared an … Read more
Freeskier from Bend balances school, traveling, training and competing
Annika Paz is a halfpipe skier competing throughout North America
Annika Paz believes she was “bred into skiing.” Her parents, Maro and Kari Paz, are … Read more
Woman-only rock climbing guide company thriving in Central Oregon
Close to 350 women have participated in single and group clinics since 2016
When Kelsey Bennett made it to the top of a 300-meter rock wall at Smith … Read more
Idaho hiker recovering after being hit by 2 boulders
BOISE, Idaho — Dick Ross had to get home to babysit his dog Dolly after … Read more
Why you should hit the gym with your partner
Even if you like to pump iron or do aerobics by yourself, it’s still pleasant … Read more
Online registration open for Pole Pedal Paddle
Online registration is now open for the 43rd annual SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle multisport adventure … Read more
Banking on hybrid bass at Ana Reservoir
‘It should be good,” Chad Meadows said. “The moon is going away and the fish … Read more
Fly-tying corner
Sprout Callibaetis
It is the most vulnerable stage of the mayfly emergence when the insect dangles its … Read more
Icy conditions make for slippery, sunny Great Nordeen
Women competitors show up in droves for the race near Bend
Tom Usher glided through the finish line at The Great Nordeen Cross-Country Ski and Fat … Read more
The Badlands east of Bend is one of many winter hiking options in Central Oregon
Flatiron Rock Trail makes for an intriguing 6-mile trek
The desert can be an acquired taste for hikers. In Central Oregon, we are spoiled … Read more
Bouldering nationals set for Redmond
Event will bring some of the country’s best rock climbers to the Deschutes fairgrounds
Some of the country’s best rock climbers and potential Olympians will gather Friday and Saturday … Read more
50 years later, snowshoe softball still going strong
If you’re going to drink beer and chase an oversized softball through fields of snow … Read more
In Minnesota forest, life revolves around sled dogs
MUSH LAKE, Minn. — Rather than use a four-wheel drive truck, an ATV, snowmobile, snowshoes … Read more
Montana dinosaur to debut at Toronto museum
Growing up in Havre, in Northern Montana, and then working a cattle ranch with her … Read more
Paralysis can’t stop this climber’s reach
Josh Hancock had to relearn to ski, bike, paddle and climb as a paraplegic
Josh Hancock broke his back when he fell while ice climbing in Snoqualmie, Washington, on … Read more
Bend’s Hunter Hess is enjoying a breakout season as a halfpipe skier
The 20-year-old is the first alternate for the X Games freeski superpipe event
Hunter Hess started ski racing with the Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation when he was … Read more
Washington’s Methow Valley offers great cross-country skiing for all levels
If you have even a passing interest in cross-country skiing and you live in the … Read more
3 years later, avalanche survivor shares lessons
Backcountry skier credits an air bag, other tools, planning and luck for saving his life
Three years ago today, Mike Brede was bleeding profusely, chilled to the bone and nearly … Read more
Pikes Peak painted 100 times by Colorado artist
Over the decades, the details faded — the exact cartoon, the context of the moment. … Read more
Tips for winter trail running in Central Oregon
Even in harsh conditions, trail runners can continue their routines during the colder months
Jared Bassett says he was lucky. While running on the Deschutes River Trail in Bend … Read more
Central Oregon athletes set New Year’s goals
Their resolutions include ski jumping off a mountain in the French Alps
New Year’s resolutions often involve a fitness goal, but for a few Central Oregon athletes … Read more
Karelian Bear Dogs tracked poachers, saved wildlife
The dogs, who died in 2018, worked for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Two of Washington’s most famous and accomplished trackers died in 2018. Cash and Mishka were … Read more
With 4 races in 4 days through Disney World, runners go at own pace
ORLANDO, Fla. — Midway through the Walt Disney World Marathon, Leah Moroney stopped. Moroney did … Read more
Vancouver’s rugged west coast offers kayaking adventures for all
A 12-day, 150-mile kayaking adventure off the west coast of Vancouver Island tested John McKee’s … Read more
Fatbikers enjoy prime conditions this winter
Solid snowpack good for cyclists and skiers at area sno-parks
WANOGA SNO-PARK — The new snow sparkled in the sunlight as we floated along the … Read more
Hiker’s adventures inspire books, conservation
Bend resident has a lifelong love of trail
An ambitious, long-distance hike is a spiritual experience and a test of physical grit for … Read more
Colorado’s McInnis Canyons: a ‘wild, rugged experience’
No signs, big parking lots or pavement in this 123,000 acre slice of paradise
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — What’s great about McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area is how it … Read more
The 5 best easy trails in Colorado Springs
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — If you’re looking to get outside in Colorado Springs, you’ll be … Read more
The 6 best places to vacation in Colorado
If you’re looking to plan a trip to Colorado or looking to simply explore another … Read more
Fishing report
ANTELOPE FLAT RESERVOIR: (rainbow trout) Reservoir is ice covered but thickness and quality of ice … Read more
Cast for distance to catch more fish
Across the river a fish cleared water and crashed back down. The first cast fell … Read more
Fly-tying corner
Carey Special
First intended to represent a hatching caddis, the Carey Special was originally called the Monkey-faced … Read more
Bend hockey brings players out of the woodwork
Camaraderie on ice
In the last few minutes of overtime during a recent hockey game at The Pavilion … Read more
