Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District outlines spring road opening, closure plans
The Bend-Ft. Rock Ranger District of the Deschutes National Forest said Wednesday it wants to let the public know about a range of road openings and…
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Wilderness hiking permits reservation system goes live, sparks frustration for some
Beginning May 28, the Willamette and Deschutes national forests will require permits for 19 of their most popular wilderness trails. But first, you…
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Bend woman gears up to hike Continental Divide Trail, fundraising for a cause
Blisters, exhaustion and sore muscles will soon be a reality for Britney Ingram. In two weeks, the Bend woman will begin a five-month trek on the…
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Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office offers free boat inspections
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office will once again be providing an opportunity for boaters to have their boats inspected at three different…
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Deschutes, Willamette wilderness permit reservation system to begin
The Deschutes and the Willamette national forests reminded the public on Monday that reservations for the new Central Cascade Wilderness Permit…
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Mt. Bachelor drops parking reservation system for rest of season
Mt. Bachelor said Monday the resort has dropped its reserved parking system, used this year in an effort to limit the number of mountain visitors at…
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Rescuers come to the aid of Salem woman injured on Smith Rock hike
A Salem woman who was injured while hiking at Smith Rock State Park on Sunday got help from Redmond Fire medics and Deschutes County Sheriff’s…
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ODFW’s iNaturalist project offers unique opportunities for community science
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife recently launched the Oregon Wildlife Conservation project on the app iNaturalist to request the…
Continue Reading Coast Guard: New federal law requires boaters use engine cut-off switches
Operators of recreational vessels less than 26 feet in length will be required to use an engine cut-off switch (ECOS) and associated ECOS link…
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New equipment planned at Lake Billy Chinook to protect against wave damage
The Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting Thursday to consider a $605,000 contract to buy equipment to protect…
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Cascade Relays announces new event: the Big Butte Challenge
Cascade Relays is thrilled to host a new and unique event called the Big Butte Challenge, March 20 to May 31. From Spring Break to Memorial Day, the…
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Now hiring: Bend Park and Rec District hopeful for full summer programs
After a year of altered schedules and canceled programs, Bend Park and Rec is optimistic for a full summer layout, and is hiring dozens to make it…
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Oregon State Parks prep for more ‘normal’ camping season; $3 rate hike at some sites
The first signs of spring are here, and Oregon State Parks staff are busy preparing campgrounds for a more “normal” 2021 Spring Break and summer…
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Bend Marathon moving to online event amid Covid-19 restrictions
The Bend Marathon is going to look a little different this year.…
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‘Really great’: Fair weather leads to more winter fishing in Central Oregon
With Wednesday being one of many pretty nice winter days in Central Oregon this year, Bend angler Zack Tickler was out on the water –…
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New SE Bend park to feature BPRD’s first ‘sprayground,’ wide array of features
A new community park has broken ground in southeast Bend that will have a wide variety of features, from an event pavilion and off-leash area for…
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‘Intense’: Those looking to enjoy C.O. snow find heavy traffic on way to hot spots
As eager snow-goers in Central Oregon made their way up toward Mt. Bachelor Tuesday morning, many became stuck in a long line of…
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C.O. seeing high avalanche danger: How you can stay safe
Recent heavy snowfall and wind has made for dangerous avalanche conditions in the Central Oregon…
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USFS: New wilderness permits aim to curb impacts of crowds
If you plan on hiking in the Cascades wilderness areas this summer, you might need to register for a permit ahead of…
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It’s Free Fishing Weekend across Oregon
Make fishing part of your Presidents Day weekend/Valentine’s Day plans. Everyone can fish, clam and crab for free in Oregon on Saturday and Sunday,…
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