Outside

A new observatory, located a stone's throw from Smith Rock State Park, aims to share the majesty of the stars

A curation of exciting events from the Deschutes Public Library,just in time to help get your spring gardens going and growing

Explore the wonderful world of birds this spring in Central Oregon

Oregon Adaptive Sports teams up with the High Dessert Education Service District to bring outdoor recreation to all, regardless of limitations

Working with tribes to restore the lifeblood of desert ecosystems

Outdoor family enjoyment away from the weekend Mt. Bachelor hustle

A conversation with organizers ahead of the largest Winter PrideFest in Central Oregon

Nonprofit organization SheJumps emphasizes the importance of equity and accessibility in the world of outdoor sports

Bend XC skier competes internationally, forging her path in women's professional athletics

With plenty of snow about, sled dog and skijor races are on in Central Oregon and beyond

A two-night film festival brings breathtaking stories of nature and the indomitable spirit of humans

Why these hot, mineral-rich pools are good for your health, and some soaking dos and don'ts

What we can learn from beaver about keeping desert waterways healthy

From mild to wild, explore these river reaches in the heart of the cold season

Great presentations set for the spring cover indigenous knowledge, rocks and minerals, and exploring the Owyhee

Local nature sanctuary and club lodge Juniper Preserve will host two weekends of romance-infused cave tours

Expo highlights mushroom hunting clubs, falconry groups and Central Oregon scuba divers, among many others

Our Anna's hummingbirds face real trouble as deep freeze, blizzard conditions, and icy rain continue. We can help these winter wonders in several simple ways.

A rundown of some of the most exciting events, musicians and vendors that will descend on Central Oregon for the 2024 Bend WinterFest

Local wildlife hospital hopes to expand its treatment and post-op care for wildlife

Winter enthusiasts can embrace the thrill of snowmobiling with Elk Lake Resort's exclusive rental options

With a warmer winter, the fate of the upcoming Tour of Meissner hangs in the balance

This 2023-2024 season, Mt. Bachelor teams up with Subaru for weekend swag bagsand priority parking

Winter rain and snowfall make for wildlife stories worth investigating

With plenty of snow in the forecast, get ready to stride on some XC trails