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Out with the Kids

10 spots to take the family in Central Oregon

Central Oregon is a giant playground for active adults, but there’s plenty for kids to do, too. Here’s where adventure-loving tykesโ€”and parentsโ€”are guaranteed to up the fun-factor in any family outing.

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Inspired Eats

10 places foodies frequent in Central Oregon

From gingery pork meatballs, to Japanese Wagyu steak, to the cardamom-infused ocean roll, Central Oregon has an abundance of must-have taste bud teasers. And don’t forget the pea tendril-carrot salad with horseradish cream.

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10 Mountain Bike Rides near Bend

Trails to ride, from beginner to expert

Central Oregon is a mountain bikers dream come true. From family friendly cruiser trails that start near Bend, to remote, high elevation rides, there’s something for everyone. Below are my top 10 rides, from beginner to expert, two hours or less from Bend. For more inspiration, check out Mountain Bike Bend: 46 Singletrack Routes, Bend’s […]

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Keep Calm and Float On

Read this before you float the Deschutes River

Exhausted from all that mountain biking/hiking/rock climbing you’ve been doing in Central Oregon? Time to kick back, climb into a rubber donut, soak in those 300(ish) days of sunshine and float 90(ish) minutes through downtown Bend. It’s the perfect excuse to experience our brilliant river without the fear of getting knocked off by a rogue […]

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10 Hikes in Central Oregon

When in Bend or beyond, here’s where to hike and breathe that fresh mountain/desert air

Central Oregon boasts no shortage of hiking trails. These 10 options include easy-to-follow paths and showcase the variety of terrain the high desert has to offer. From beginner to advanced, pick your poison. More information on these hikes and many others can be found in Brittany’s book, Day Hiking Bend & Central Oregon โ€“ available […]

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