Popular Phil’s Trailhead mountain bike area begins renovation for new tricks
The skills area by Phil’s Trailhead is a popular mountain bike destination, but its been worn down by time and heavy use.…
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Draft Smith Rock 20-year master plan out for public comment; two info meetings set Monday
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department said Friday it is accepting comments through May 15 on the Draft Smith Rock Master Plan, to guide 20…
Continue ReadingCalifornia seeks federal help for salmon fishers facing ban
By JULIE WATSON and LISA BAUMANN Associated Press SAN DIEGO (AP) — California officials want federal disaster aid for the state’s salmon…
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Phil’s Trailhead skills area, pump track to close for 2 weeks of maintenance; COTA plans 2 phases of upgrades
The Phil’s Trailhead skills area and pump track west of Bend will temporarily close next week, for about two weeks of maintenance activities, the…
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FlyFisher Foundation grant to enhance upper Trout Creek habitat for wild steelhead
The Deschutes River Conservancy announced Wednesday that flows in some of the most critical wild steelhead habitat will continue to be bolstered,…
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Bend’s Pine Nursery Park not done growing; fifth phase of expansion due for completion by spring of 2026
Pine Nursery Park in northeast Bend has been growing by leaps and bounds in recent years and is again on its way to offering the community even more…
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No Deschutes River spring Chinook season again this year, due to low returns; Hood River opens April 15
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has set the following regulations for a spring Chinook fishery on the Hood…
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Oregon Parks and Rec Department seeks public input on proposed changes in scenic bikeways rules
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is accepting public comments on proposed changes to Oregon Administrative Rules guiding the Scenic…
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Deschutes Historical Museum’s ‘Klunkers and Stumpjumpers’ exhibit to explore Bend’s mountain biking history
Once upon a time, Klunker bikes gathered at the base of an undeveloped Awbrey Butte. Members of Klisters Corner and the Black Rock Riders would put…
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Lava River Cave timed reservations available starting next week; second year of new system, longer visits
Timed reservation tickets for Lava River Cave open for reservations starting next week for the 2023 season, the second year the system has been in…
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Central Cascade wilderness overnight permit reservations start soon; FS says they’ve reduced heavy use
Starting next week, you can make reservations for camping in the coming months in wilderness areas on the Deschutes and Willamette national…
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BLM Burns District announces increase in overnight camping fees at 6 E. Oregon campgrounds
HINES, Ore. (KTVZ) – After decades of maintaining the same price, the Bureau of Land Management will increase overnight camping fees at six…
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Three C. Oregon nonprofits focused on healthy forests and trails hire shared outreach coordinator
Three Central Oregon nonprofits have come together to hire an outreach coordinator to create more awareness and educate people about healthy forests.…
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Deschutes Trails Coalition announces application period for Small Project Grant Awards
The Deschutes Trails Coalition announced Wednesday their 2023 Small Project Grant program for trail-focused projects within the Deschutes National…
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Sisters Ranger District to close, rebuild FS Road 16 to Three Creek Lake this summer
The Sisters Ranger District and Deschutes National Forest road crew plan to reconstruct the non-paved portion of Forest Service Road 16 this spring…
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ODFW announces 2024 annual wildlife art contest
Artists are invited to compete in one or all three of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife’s 2024 stamp art…
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Deschutes County SO releases name of Bend backcountry skier killed in avalanche at Black Crater
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office on Saturday released the name of a 46-year-old Bend man who was struck and killed Thursday by an avalanche he…
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High Desert Climbers Alliance replaces Smith Rock bolts, marks 40th anniversary of sport climbing’s birth
The High Desert Climbers Alliance is a nonprofit group of climbers who protect and expand climbing access trails in Central Oregon for sport…
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18th annual Backcountry Film Festival returns to Central Oregon
Calling all skiers, backcountry adventurers, thrill seekers, and winter enthusiasts! Get ready for the annual celebration of winter wildlands through…
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Phil’s Trail gate debate prompts dueling petitions — but it’s no open-or-shut case for Forest Service
The gate to the popular Phil’s Trail recreational area west of Bend is sparking a “petition debate” of sorts online, as one gathering signatures to…
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