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New Owners of Seventh Mtn Rafting Hope to Make Business More ‘Local’

Local owners bring back family-friendly, non-corporate vibe
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Previous General Manager of Seventh Mtn rafting, Andrew Soriano and his wife, Carlene, purchased the Seventh Mountain Rafting Company in 2023, partnering with Soriano’s stepfather Troy Gallagher. Seven days a week, the company offers whitewater rafting adventures with class 3 rapids on the Big Eddy section of the Deschutes River. Guests can also take flatwater […]

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Source Warmup

Quick news for Central Oregon
by The Source Editorial Board

OHA Supports LGBTQIA2S+ People with Summer Resources The Oregon Health Authority is reaffirming its commitment to its LGBTQIA2S+ youth by sharing resources to promote their well-being, safety, security and inclusion. Since 2022, OHA has highlighted resources available to LGBTQIA2S+ youth every summer. OHA lists national resources like The Trevor Project, which promotes suicide prevention and […]

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Desert to Desert

A visit to Oregon’s largest playa, the Alvord Desert
by David Sword

If you are searching for a different Oregon experience, put on your adventure shoes, take a couple days off and drive toward the rising sun. Plunging eastward down from the 9,738-foot summit of the Steens Mountains sits a world unique to the typical Oregon landscape. Located in the southwest corner of the Beaver State and […]

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A Beautiful Five

If you’re new here, five great outdoor places to add to your bucket list within two hours of Bend — plus a bonus location!
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The adventure-filled, sunny days of Central Oregon are calling. Whether you’re a solo adventurer looking to get outdoors or a family visiting Bend for the first time, this region offers an abundance of natural beauty. From scenic hikes, to breathtaking viewpoints, I’ve curated a short list of outdoor places to explore that showcase Central Oregon’s […]

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5+ Essentials for a Bend Summer

Grab your paddle board, pack the sunscreen and then check out these other needed items for summer adventures in Central Oregon
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1. Bedrock Sandals Cairn Evo Sandals $120-$140 Mountain Supply 2. Ombraz Armless Sunglasses $160 Mountain Supply 3. Hydro Flask 40oz All Around Travel Tumbler $39.95 Mountain Supply 4. Innova Discs for Disc Golf $10-$20 The Gear Fix 5. Farm to Summit Backpacking Meals $10-15 The Gear Fix According to the team at The Gear Fix, […]

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A Dangerous Road

High fatality rates and top crash sites plague U.S. Highway 97 from Madras through Bend
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The main artery through Central Oregon, U.S. Highway 97, serves many purposes. It’s a popular route for long-haul truckers and a tourist thoroughfare. And for those who live in rural communities along the 670-mile highway, it serves as a main street, the way to quickly get from one end of town to the other. As […]

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Residents of Romaine Village Seek Accountability

A resident in a local manufactured home park starts a petition to improve living conditions
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People living in a Bend neighborhood have raised concerns regarding living conditions and management practices within Romaine Village Manufactured Home Park. One individual, eager to see things change, started a petition attempting to advocate for a better living environment within the park. The park is located in southwest Bend and has a total of 176 […]

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It’s time for a Summer Adventure!

Tips and Suggestions to Start Your Adventure
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The warm weather is finally here, and I don’t know about you, but I have lakes, rivers, bikes, boats and maybe a few beers on the mind. If that’s your vibe, too, then this week’s issue might be of service. Inside this Summer Adventure issue, we share some outings for the intrepid local and newcomer […]

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Pattie Gonia’s Gay Voice for Change

Bend-based drag queen collaborates with artists, scientists and experts, environmental groups, politicians and other allies, using her platform to support queer and environmental allyship
by Tiffany Neptune

Drag doesn’t change who you are, it just unlocks different sides of you,” said drag queen Pattie Gonia, who stands at the intersection of the queer rights movement and environmental activism, often sporting outfits employing only upcycled materials — like the one that graces this week’s Source Weekly cover. With a slew of recognition under […]

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Pride Calendar 2024 – June 5 – 30

Pride Month Events Happening in Bend and Beyond
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Pride Calendar 2024 – June 5-30: Pride Month Events Happening in Bend and Beyond. WEDNESDAY JUNE 5 Om Together: A Pride Yoga and Live Music Event – Hanai Center Big QUEER Movie Night Featuring The Cult of Tuck – The Capitol Queer Climb Night – Bend Rock Gym FRIDAY JUNE 7 Bend Burlesque Presents: Taste […]

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