Bend fly fisherman talks of possible world record mountain whitefish catch
Bend fly fisherman Alex Dietz talked with us Thursday about his state-record, possibly world-record mountain whitefish, caught on the Deschutes River…
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Repairs to Mt. Bachelor’s Skyliner Express prove challenging; lift to remain down for ‘indefinite period’
Skiers and snowboarders at Mt. Bachelor were greeted Thursday by a new round of fresh snow – and the disappointing news that a main chairlift, out…
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Bend fly fisherman catches state, possibly world record mountain whitefish on the Deschutes
Alex Dietz of Bend was fly-fishing with an egg pattern on the Deschutes River outside Warm Springs on Dec. 19 when he hooked a 5-pound, 12-ounce,…
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Forest Service announces five recreation fee-free days for 2022
The Forest Service offers several fee‐free days annually to encourage visitors to get outside and enjoy their public…
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ODFW seeks applicants for 3 positions on statewide Access and Habitat Board
Applications are currently being accepted by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife to fill three positions on the statewide Access and Habitat…
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Father of 2018 Mt. Bachelor tree well victim dismayed to learn of another death
The light, fluffy powder is what so many Mt. Bachelor skiers and snowboarders crave when they hit the slopes. But it also brings an increased danger…
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Mt. Bachelor sets snowfall record, stresses safety amid ‘extreme’ tree well danger
In a month’s time, Mount Bachelor has gone from having no snow on the ground to setting a record for the most snowfall in a few days, thus raising…
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Two snowmobile trails closed west of Sunriver for logging, restoration work
The Deschutes National Forest said Tuesday it is temporarily closing portions of two snowmobile trails west of Sunriver to allow logging and…
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Mt. Bachelor offers ‘Play Forever Free’ designated lift tickets on Wednesdays all month
To mark the new year, Mt. Bachelor announced Monday it will offer “Play Forever Free Wednesdays” this month, with free access on designated…
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Oregon State Parks set to start charging out-of-state campers more for RV sites
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will begin charging out-of-state residents 25% more for RV sites for stays beginning Saturday, Jan. 1, as…
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Mt. Bachelor adds lift ticket ‘pick-up box’ in Old Mill, making for quicker trip to the lifts
Skiers and snowboarders making the trek to Mt. Bachelor now have a touchless way to pick up pre-purchased lift passes before even leaving Bend,…
Continue Reading Fishing closures extended for Columbia River, tributaries to protect record-low steelhead run
Fishing for steelhead will remain closed into next year for the mainstem Columbia from The Dalles Dam upstream to the Oregon-Washington border and in…
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BLM plans change in releasing John Day River boater permits
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management Prineville District Office said Friday it soon will change how boater permits are released…
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Sisters Trail Alliance wins National Wild and Scenic River stewardship award
The Deschutes National Forest will host a short ceremony Friday honoring the members of the Sisters Trail Alliance who won this year’s National…
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‘Discover Your Forest’ winter programs return to Mt. Bachelor
Discover Your Forest, the nonprofit partner of the Forest Service in Central Oregon, will once again be offering winter interpretive programs in…
Continue Reading Oregon state parks offer free parking for First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day
Guided 2022 First Day Hikes are set for several state parks on Jan. 1, 2022 and the normal $5 day-use parking fee is waived for the 25 parks that…
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Hoodoo set to open Friday, outlines Winter Break, regular schedules
Hoodoo Ski Area will open its 2021-22 season this Friday, Dec. 17. Guests can see the daily Hoodoo operating schedule…
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Flakes fly as Mt. Bachelor gets 63rd season underway; Hoodoo sets Friday opening
The snow was deep, the lifts were spinning and the flakes were flying as Mt. Bachelor finally got its 63rd season underway…
Continue Reading USFS closing driving access to Tumalo Falls, Three Creek Lake and Crescent Lake due to snowfall
The Deschutes National Forest said Monday it will close three Forest Service roads this week due to recent and expected…
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Mt. Bachelor gears up for long-awaited opening day on Monday
The long wait for Central Oregon skiers and riders is finally…
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