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
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 […]
Find Your Peace and Some Freedom at Mt. Bachelor’s Peace Park
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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Tighten Your Laces! In-Person Racing Returns
Itching to get outside and moving after a long season of staying home and staying safe? Racing season is just around the corner.
Taking the Plunge: Bend’s Polar Plunge Goes Virtual
Ah… the annual Polar Plunge. A beloved winter tradition involving wacky costumes, fundraising and a storm of brave souls rushing into the frigid Deschutes River. We all know that the traditional is no longer expected and so the Bend area Polar Plunge will look a little different this year. Special Olympics Oregon is keeping the […]
Stay Home, Get Wild with Think Wild’s discussion and trivia nights
One of the best things about Central Oregon: abundant outdoor recreation. However, spending time outside frequently leads to encounters with its wild inhabitants. Luckily, there are plenty of options for adventurers looking to do their part to protect wildlife and maybe even have some fun. After its successful Wildlife Trivia nights throughout 2020, Think Wild […]
Valentineโs Day activities outdoors are going to go fast
Look out, loversโif youโre trying to plan something special with your sweetie and it involves something other than staying in and getting cozy by your own fire, then you probably already know that anything good this year is going to get booked fast. Will we have a return to indoor dining by then? Who knowsโbut […]
Dirksen Derby goes virtual; groomed XC trails open at Meissner
Dirksen Derby, Instagram Edition Dirksen Derby, the beloved fundraiser that is a highlight of the season for many local (and non-local) snow riders, is going virtual in 2020. Pro snowboarder Josh Dirksen started the Derby 13 years ago as a fundraiser for snowboarder Tyler Eklund, who was paralyzed as a teen. In more recent years, […]
Raffle for a fat bike; learn avalanche skills—virtually!
Support Winter Bike Trail Work with this Raffle Central Oregon Trail Alliance is raffling off a winter-ready fat bike in support of fat bike riding on the winter trails in and around Wanoga Sno-Park. A $10 ticket puts one in the running to win a 2021 Fatback Bikes Rhino FLT, which retails at $2,199. The […]

