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A Backyard Escape for Restless Bendites

AdventureUs promotes outdoor wellness for all, with multi-sport women-focused retreats

by Megan Burton April 28, 2021February 21, 2025

For many marginalized groups, accessing the great outdoors is not as easy as it should be. According to a 2019 Outdoor Participation Report published by the Outdoor Industry Association, over 70% of outdoor participants were Caucasian and less than 50% were women. AdvenutreUs Women’s mission aims to break the barriers that prevent women and people […]

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Earth Day Celebrations for All Earth Dwellers

The Environmental Center offers a week packed with film screenings, gardening and more

by Megan Burton April 21, 2021July 26, 2024

The Environmental Center’s annual Earth Day Fair & Parade is once again canceled due to COVID-19 restrictions, but that has not slowed all plans. Instead of its traditional event, the local nonprofit has planned several smaller events throughout the entire week. The annual parade that features costumed locals dressed as plants, animals and even mythical […]

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Five Buttes, One Day, All Four Seasons

Two adventurers tackle the Big Butte Challenge

by Megan Burton April 14, 2021June 20, 2024

Cascade Relays kicked off a new event in late March, encouraging locals and visitors alike to take on five of the biggest buttes in Central Oregon. Runners, walkers and hikers are answering the call to get some miles and elevation under their belts. Two of those hikers, David Carne and Kenny Conklin, took on the […]

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New Community Center Now Open in Bend

Larkspur Center open with pool, fitness, Senior Center

by Nicole Vulcan April 7, 2021April 30, 2025

Bendites have a new place to work out indoors, with the opening of the long-awaited Larkspur Community Center: Home of the Bend Senior Center. Bend Park and Recreation District held a ribbon-cutting ceremony April 2, and the Center officially opened April 5. Larkspur, located in east Bend off 15th Street and Reed Market Road, once […]

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FootZone Offering Virtual Training Group for Runners

New and returning runners can benefit from the community and support

by Megan Burton March 31, 2021May 12, 2025

By now, most of us are pros at adapting to the changes that COVID has left in its wake, and our local FootZone is no different. For those who are excited about the many races that are being offered this year, training is crucial to safe and PR-busting runs. FootZone is bringing one of its […]

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Outdoor Lovers, Join Together Against Climate Change

Protect Our Winters latest challenge will help you crush goals and take action

by Megan Burton March 17, 2021May 30, 2025

From reduced snowpack, disappearing glaciers and raging wildfires, you don’t have to look far to see the ongoing effects of climate change in our region. For those who love to spend time in the great outdoors and hope to keep doing so, there are actions we can take to preserve the lifestyle we love. Protect […]

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Get Out There, Get Moving, Do Good

Keep the Outdoors Accessible with Oregon Adaptive Sports 4th Annual Ski For All

by Megan Burton March 10, 2021August 3, 2024

Looking for a little challenge to get up and moving this spring? Oregon Adaptive Sports is keeping its annual Ski For All fundraising campaign alive with a 24-day challenge for the entire community. Normally held as a one-day skiing or boarding extravaganza, this year’s event will look a little different. From now until March 28, […]

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Sunriver Resort’s Getaway Giveaway is still going strong.

Plus a cosmic experience awaits visitors at the Sunriver Nature Center

by The Source Staff March 3, 2021June 14, 2024

Know somebody who went above and beyond during a crisis in the last year? Sunriver Resort’s “For the Love” campaign, is looking for community heroes who deserve a well-earned break. The campaign aims to gift a getaway experience for those nominated as heroes by the community. The relaxing two-night stay is the perfect way to […]

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Hit the Trail Running with Bend Trail Race Series

Registration opens this week for the annual trail running event

by Megan Burton February 24, 2021September 18, 2023

It’s no secret that Central Oregon is packed with outdoor adventure and activities. From downhill freestyle skiing, bouldering at Smith Rock and hiking some of the most impressive mountains around, locals and visitors alike are sure to get their heart racing. For those looking to loosen up while keeping it moving, the Bend Trail Race […]

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Find Your Peace and Some Freedom at Mt. Bachelor’s Peace Park

An opening celebration for freestyle lovers, plus the Green Tire Giveaway returns

by Megan Burton February 17, 2021December 25, 2024

Winter finally made its way to Central Oregon and Mt. Bachelor is celebrating the snowfall with the opening of the Woodward Peace Park, perfect for those looking to freestyle on skis or learn some new tricks on a board. The Peace Park was founded in 2011 as a collaboration between Woodward and U.S. Olympic Snowboard […]

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