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Go Here: Calling all Paddleboarders

Invitation to enter the annual Desert Orthopedic Bend Paddleboard Challenge

By K.M Collins Jun 14, 2017

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ONDA's 30th Anniversary, High Desert Classic & Bicycle Films

Friday, June 30

By The Source Staff Jun 7, 2017

Go Here: Ready to rock your weekend?

Recommendation for outdoor fun, straight from one of Bend's guide book authors.

Day Trip: Camp Sherman and the Metolius River

By Kim Cooper Findling May 31, 2017

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Go Here: Summer Bike Events in Central Oregon

With bikes on our brain, here are a few of the cycle events

With bikes on our brain, here are a few of the cycle events happening in our area over the next two months

By Magdalena Bokowa May 10, 2017

20/40/60: Indoor Climbing

It's almost spring. Time to get pumped up for outdoor sportsing!

It doesn't look all that imposing from the outside, but step inside the doors of Bend Rock Gym and the specter of its 50-foot walls plays large.

By Magdalena Bokowa, Nicole Vulcan and Anna Bokowa Mar 15, 2017

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Special Olympics, St Paddy's Day Dash & Photography Workshop

Ready to get outside?

By Magdalena Bokowa Feb 22, 2017

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"Hopelessness is not a strategy for making a difference"

The recent political season has left many disheartened and in need of encouragement. Meanwhile, others are ready for action but unsure what steps to take next.

By Hayley Jo Murphy Dec 7, 2016

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Gobble, Gobble, Run!

Get moving before (or after) your feast with these Central Oregon Thanksgiving runs

I Like Pie Run/Walk FootZone's annual Thanksgiving-themed run/walk is untimed and all about getting some fun exercise before reveling in the holiday.

By Hayley Jo Murphy Nov 16, 2016

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Explore the National Parks from the Comfort of Bend

Climate Change at Crater Lake Oregon's own National Park, Crater Lake, has begun to display the impacts of climate change.

By Hayley Jo Murphy Nov 2, 2016

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Go Here: Smoke and Brews

Smokejumper Stories Smokejumpers conduct the initial attack on forest fires by parachuting into the site of the fire, often in remote terrain.

By Hayley Jo Murphy Oct 19, 2016

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What's Going On?

Today Fri, Jun 23rd

Palo Sopraño w/ Simone & Leo

Volcanic Theatre Pub - High energy indie rock band and local duo perform after the G. Love show....
Blue Fridays With DJ Rrltime Intro To Summer Edition

Astro Lounge - Ready to party into the summer. Playing all the latest hits with a few surprises up his sleeve....
Blackstrap

ATLAS Cider Co. Taproom - Come Join us outside at Atlas Cider for some toe-tapping, hard-driving acoustic music. Originals and favorites rooted in bluegrass and Americana....

Today Fri, Jun 23rd

Life Among the Rocks: Lava Habitat for Wildlife

Oregon Natural Desert Association - Explore the rugged lava landscape of Devil's Garden, which provides habitat for important species like the American pika. Join OSU Cascades Professor Matt Shinderman on a hike to discover the...
Half-Day Deschutes River Tour

Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe - After launching 20 minutes from Bend, tour participants explore the heart of the Deschutes National Forest on a pristine section of the river that is completely undeveloped. Choose a kayak...
Subaru Outside Games

Various Locations - Bend - Join us for a five-day celebration of the best that Central Oregon has to offer: live music, local brews and fun and games on the trails around the town, at...

Today Fri, Jun 23rd

Cosmic Bouncing

Bouncing off the Walls - Get your glow on at Bouncing Off the Wall! Join us for Glow in the Dark Family Fun Night! Wear white or bright clothing and bring glow sticks. Pizza and...
Youth Cooking Camps

Kindred Creative Kitchen, LLC - Chef Morris is offering cooking camps. Hands-on youth cooking camps for ages 8-17. Includes Classic French Cuisine; Mad Hatter Tea Party; Candies; and Italian Cuisine. Camps are either 2 days...
School of Dance Recital

Tower Theatre - Mrs. Marcelle's School of Dance annual recital....

Our Picks

Bend Paddleboard Challenge

Sat., June 24, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
@ Riverbend Park – Hailed regionally as one of Oregon’s best annual standup paddleboard...
Subaru Outside Games

Fri., June 23, Sat., June 24 and Sun., June 25
@ Various Locations - Bend – Join us for a five-day celebration of the best that...