Mountain Supply
Posted inBest Of Central Oregon

Best Outdoor Clothing

Avatar photo by Jack Harvel

Since 1980 Mountain Supply has been outfitting mountaineers, backcountry skiers, backpackers and climbers with the gear and expertise they need for their outdoor adventures. The independent retailer’s won the best outdoor clothing store category for the past two years. The store’s support from the community stems from the customer service and expertise of its staff. […]

Posted inBest Of Central Oregon

Best Outdoor Gear Shop

Pine Mountain Sports
by Jess McComb

The pandemic has robbed many of the simple summer pleasures in Central Oregon—but when it comes down to it, coronavirus has nothing on Mother Nature. Outdoor recreation is the hottest trend this summer and Pine Mountain Sports is keeping locals and tourists fully equipped for their activity of choice. In the warmer months, the friendly […]

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Will Old Man Winter Have Teeth or Dentures?

Snowpack predictions don’t look good—but that doesn’t always mean doom and gloom for the local economy
Chris Miller

This winter is predicted to be an El Niño year, with temperatures slightly higher than normal in December and a dry January. According to the Oregon State Department of Forestry and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the Cascades are on track for a lower than usual snowpack this winter. That could all have an […]

Posted inOutside

Fall Fashion, Sportsy Edition

Our Fall Style feature aimed to show you what’s out there, beyond the puffy jacket. But in the High Desert, we know you want your outdoor threads, too
Avatar photo K.M. Collins

Weather wise, there’s lots to look forward to in an autumn in the High Desert. Mountain biking goes off, paddling is still on offer, powder hounds are champing at the bit for winter and a reprieve from summer heat and smoke emerges. Central Oregonians can sport shorts and t-shirts during the day and start blowing […]

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