SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is inviting the community to share their experiences and opinions on electric assisted bicycle (e-bike) and other electric micromobility devices in an online survey through Aug. 31. OPRD said it is seeing an increase in the use of e-bikes and e-micromobility devices in Oregon State Parks,
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Bend’s Shevlin Park has been a community landmark for over 100 years. It spans nearly 1,000 acres, making it the largest park in town, on the forested western edge of the city. It was also used in the 1975 film Rooster Cogburn. Jillian Fortner takes us there in this week’s Park Picks.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind those recreating on the water this summer of the proper safety equipment necessary to enjoy their time on, in and around the waterways here in Central Oregon. The Oregon Revised Statute pertaining to Personal Flotation Device usage is ORS 830.215. It states
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(Update: adding video) American Legion Community Park in Redmond is dedicated to all who have served, are serving and will serve our country, with 530 veterans’ names engraved on the pavement. It also recently hosted Redmond’s Brewfest and Night Glow. Jillian Fortner takes us there for a visit in this week’s Park Picks.
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On Thursday, Mt. Bachelor held a ribbon-cutting party for their new and first mixed-use trail, called Evergreen. The trail is 4.4 miles, with an average grade of 5%. Bikers and hikers are welcomed on the trail. It begins at the West Village Base and goes up to the Pine Martin Lodge. It is $25 to
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This week, Jillian Fortner pays a visit to the 184-acre Riley Ranch Nature Reserve in northwest Bend, which has a relaxing, enjoyable mix of trails, scenery, the Deschutes River and a variety of wildlife to enjoy.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) –The Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District on the Deschutes National Forest is unlocking the gate at Todd Lake Tuesday to open Forest Service Road 370, which provides driving access to the Broken Top and Crater Ditch Trailheads. Forest Service Road 370 is a very rough road with sections through which low clearance vehicles
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – On Thursday, August 8, the Redmond Police Department said it plans to conduct a “focus patrol” effort on off-leash dogs along the Dry Canyon Trail, “to support users abiding by the rules, and to have contact with those who are not.” The department said in a Saturday Facebook post it “has
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Cascades East Transit partnered with Bend Bikes and Discover Your Forest on Friday for a Transit to Trails Free Ride Day, promoting an increasingly popular route that’s available all summer.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor, a ski and snowboard resort seeking to further grow its summertime “off-season” activities, announced Thursday that is set to open its first mixed-use trail, Evergreen, designed for a “mellow experience” of easy two-way hiking and downhill biking. Here’s their full announcement: Mt. Bachelor Opens New Mixed-Use Trail For Hikers,
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A Southern California kidney donor seeking in inspire and inform others is taking on the challenge of hiking 2,600 miles through three states, from the Mexican to Canadian borders on the Pacific Crest Trail.
Continue ReadingThe Cove Palisades State Park is a popular year-round destination for camping and watersports, offering plenty of hiking trails to enjoy the scenic beauty. In this week’s Park Picks, Jillian Fortner toured the campgrounds and some of the houseboat rentals on the lake.
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon State Marine Board, in partnership with 31 county sheriff’s offices and the Oregon State Police, will be looking for expired boat registrations and required equipment compliance on state waterways as part of a second round of “Operation Ship Shape.” “The agency leverages technology to improve boating safety as we
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Jumping into the water at Prineville Reservoir State Park is a perfect way to beat the heat this summer, where fun on the water has returned after years of severe drought. You can also stay overnight at the campgrounds and enjoy some of its exceptional night skies. Join Jillian Fortner as she takes us to this
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Whether you’re cross-country skiing in the winter or floating down the river in the summer, La Pine State Park offers a variety of year-round activities. It’s also home to the largest Ponderosa pine in the world – though it’s a bit shorter than it used to be. Join Jillian Fortner as she takes us to
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Chinook salmon angling on the McKenzie River will close beginning Monday, July 8 through the end of the year. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife said Friday it is taking this step to protect the unexpectedly small runs of both wild and hatchery Chinook salmon observed at Leaburg Dam on the
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is seeking public comment on a proposal to adjust the ranges of rates that parks can charge for camping and other facilities in state parks starting in summer 2025. Regular adjustments to rate ranges are necessary to respond to increases in utility costs, operations and
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife will host a series of online public meetings next week with district wildlife biologists presenting proposed changes to next year’s big game regulations and getting feedback. One in-person meeting is also scheduled in Springfield on July 10. Each meeting will include a presentation on 2025
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The Deschutes National Forest announced Tuesday it is seeking input on the E-bikes on Select Trails project draft environmental assessment. The proposed project would allow Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes on select existing natural surface trails and paved paths located near Bend, Sisters and Sunriver.
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KTVZ, Ore. (KTVZ) — What do you get when you combine AdvenChair, developer of the world’s most durable all-terrain wheelchair, with Wanderlust Tours, Central Oregon’s leader in naturalist-guided adventures? You get AdvenTours, a variety of accessible outings that allow people with mobility challenges to explore Central Oregon’s most iconic wild places with expert guidance. Thanks
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