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Drinking Local? Drink Here

10 breweries and beer bars to make the most of Bend (and beyond)

Sure, there’s lots to see and do around Central Oregon, but what about after all the hiking and biking and SUP’ing is done? The answer (for the over-21 crowd, that is) is to head out for a beer. Here are 10 places that evoke everything that makes up one of the coolest small-town brew scenes […]

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Sippin’ Spots

10 places to get a great cocktail in Bend and Central Oregon

It may be Beer Town, USA, but make no mistakeโ€”Benditos like their cocktails, too. If your desire for libations falls more on the sweet, savory, or non-hoppy side, here’s where to find your jam. (And yes, they all serve beer, too.)

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Five Great Burgers in C.O.

The mainstay you crave, and where to get it best in Bend and beyond

When it comes to pubs, Central Oregon has more than its fair shareโ€”most with a burger or two on the menu. To help you decide which one to choose, we’ve narrowed it down to the five juiciest, drool-inducing burgers around.

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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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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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Books by Bendites

Whether you’re visiting or you’ve been here a while, these books by Central Oregonians will give you reason to stop and sit a spell

Look for these authors’ books at local shops, including Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe at 135 NW Minnesota Ave. in Bend. And look for some of the authors’ own advice in other pages of this guide!

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National School Walkout In Bend

Local students rally to end gun violence

On Friday morning at 10am, students all over the nation walked out of their classrooms in a call to action to end gun violence. Students from area schools participated in the National School Walkout, including Summit High School and Pacific Crest Middle School students who met at Universalist Unitarian Church in Bend to write letters […]

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