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Incoming Snowstorms Could Blow Away Warm Weather Worries

Several inches of snow are expected to hit the Cascades, along with high winds
Avatar photo by Kayvon Bumpus

This December, an unseasonable warmth has had Bend residents and tourists alike sweating and shedding layers. Data from the Bend Municipal Airport weather station indicates recorded temperatures this month have exceeded high monthly averages by over 10 degrees Fahrenheit, and low monthly averages by over 25 degrees. Weather has been sunny and in the mid 50s for much of this month so far.  Of course, heat in December also impacts the mountains. Without suitable snow on the slopes, some ski […]

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Snow Way Out

Despite late-season snowfall, Central Oregon can still expect harsh drought conditions
Avatar photo by Jack Harvel

A late season snowstorm gave Central Oregonians a glimmer of hope that the drought, among the most severe in the region’s history, could be alleviated. Oregon’s Snotel precipitation report found the Upper Deschutes received about 99% of the median yearly snowfall. That figure may be a bit misleading, according to experts, and on April 25 […]

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Mt. Bachelor Passholders Get Credit for Next Season

Pass holders can expect credits added automatically to next season’s passes
Miina McCown

People who paid for tickets or season passes to Mt. Bachelor can look forward to getting a discount on passes for next season, following the closure of the ski resort last month due to COVID-19. Mt. Bachelor announced Thursday that it is giving out vouchers that people can use for the 2020-21 season—though the vouchers […]

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This is Not a Snow Day

Closure of Mt. Bachelor continues widespread closures around Central Oregon
Avatar photo Nicole Vulcan

No, this is not a drill. And no, it’s also not the type of snow day you’re used to. On this snow day and in the days going forward, health officials continue to press for more social distancing—and local businesses are playing along. In the continuing tsunami of closures due to COVID-19, Mt. Bachelor announced […]

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The Sporting Life

Three local women working to close gender gaps in sporting communities
Avatar photo Cayla Clark

After living in the flat, humid wasteland that is Florida for three years, I was excited to get on the mountain and try my hand at winter sports upon moving to Bend. My then-boyfriend, a long-time gnar-shredder, was so excited to get me on a board that he took off work to teach me almost […]

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Skinny Skis and Spandex

For ski mountaineers, going up makes going down all the more fun
Graham Zimmerman

A large group of men, women and enthusiastic kids stands around in spandex near the base of the Red Chair at Mt. Bachelor. They wear ultralight, oftentimes carbon fiber boots. Their skis are skinny and made more for uphill travel than downhill turns. It looks like the start of a skate skiing race, but they’re on […]

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Monitoring Glaciers

Local alpinists advocate for more tracking of the glaciers around us
Graham Zimmerman

Dropping over the edge of the snow-filled mountain bowl, I feel the soft snow sliding under my skis as I accelerate. Leaning into my edges, I initiate turn after turn, controlling that acceleration—and in the process, spraying small waves of snow across the slope. My legs are engaged, and I feel their power pushing into […]

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The Biggest Local Stories of 2019

From living on hot sauce to a Republican walkout, there’s lots to remember about the past year
Matt McDonald

Editor’s note: It’s been a big year for national news—but local news had its ups and downs as well. In the spirit of journalistic collaboration, we asked Matt McDonald, news director at Central Oregon Daily, to recap the biggest local stories he and his team worked on this year. Hot Sauce Saves the Day!!! In […]

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Nordic Fun for Racers and Everyone Else

In addition to its other events, Meissner Nordic Ski Club introduces a classic ski race for the everyman this season
Damian Fagan

For cross-country skiers, Meissner Sno-Park, located along Century Drive offers an extensive venue for classic or skate skiing. While a trio of events take place at the sno-park throughout the season, this year a new race, happening Jan. 5, is also part of the action. The management of the popular winter recreation site is a partnership […]

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