Sunset over the water, a fire popping out sparks, and friends clinking glasses of bubbles. It’s an idyllic vibe, characteristic of the everyday experience at The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse. But what’s really standing out for me: The dogs. Little dogs. Big dogs. Fierce dogs and friendly ones, sniffing around in the sand. When you […]
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20/40/60: Blowin’ in the wind
A lot of the outdoor activities in Central Oregon require 1. Spendy gear (skiing or mountain biking, for example) or 2. A level of skill or physical prowess that, without it, the thing is decidedly less fun (rock climbing or mountaineering, for example). That’s not to say that disc golf doesn’t require a level of […]
2017 Beer Issue
With Central Oregon blooming into spring, the weather is just screaming the mantra, โthe sudsier, the better.โ With a slew of craft beer selections, our 2017 Beer Issue delves deep into this yum-tastic world of all things hops, yeast and grain. We offer an in-depth brewery guide that tells you something about each of our […]
What to eat with that beer?
In honor of the Beer Issue, we’re turning our attention this week to beer pairings. When you’re in a well-heeled restaurant with an abundant wine list, it comes as little surprise to see a sommelierโa wine stewardโapproach your table to help you pair the perfect combo of food and wine. But think about it: Wine […]
All About Beer Around Bend
Almost no place can claim such a density of brewing activity as Bend and its surrounding county. It’s a hive of hops and barleyโand with places like Boneyard and Kobold opening new taprooms in 2017, it’s still expanding. Grab a ride (could the timing have been better for Uber and Lyft to begin serving Bend?), […]

