Weekly Park Pick: Shevlin Park is Bend’s largest, and a very special nature spot
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…
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On a stand-up paddleboard without a life jacket? Not only risky, but a possible hefty fine, DCSO warns
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind those recreating on the water this summer of the proper safety…
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Weekly Park Pick: American Legion Community Park in Redmond honors veterans
(Update: adding video) American Legion Community Park in Redmond is dedicated to all who have served, are serving and will serve our country, with…
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Mt. Bachelor celebrates the opening of an easy multi-use trail for hikers and bikers to enjoy
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…
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Park Pick: Riley Ranch Nature Reserve offers a peaceful riverside oasis on the edge of NW Bend
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,…
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Forest Service Road 370 reopens, providing access to Broken Top, Crater Ditch trailheads
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…
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Redmond Police plan one-day ‘focused patrol’ crackdown on off-leash dogs on Dry Canyon Trail
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…
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‘It’s awesome!’: CET holds Transit to Trails Free Ride Day, Bike & Brunch to acquaint mountain bikers with popular route
Cascades East Transit partnered with Bend Bikes and Discover Your Forest on Friday for a Transit to Trails Free Ride Day, promoting an increasingly…
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Mt. Bachelor to cut ribbon next week on resort’s first easy hiking, downhill biking mixed-use trail, Evergreen
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor, a ski and snowboard resort seeking to further grow its summertime “off-season” activities, announced Thursday that…
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‘Gave somebody their life back’: Kidney donor hiking length of PCT to encourage others makes a stop in C.O.
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…
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Weekly Park Pick: The Cove Palisades State Park offers a lot of fun, relaxation on land and lake
The Cove Palisades State Park is a popular year-round destination for camping and watersports, offering plenty of hiking trails to enjoy the scenic…
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‘Operation Ship Shape’ returns: Sheriff’s offices, OSP looking for expired motorboat registrations, required equipment
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon State Marine Board, in partnership with 31 county sheriff’s offices and the Oregon State Police, will be looking…
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Park Pick: Beat the heat at Prineville Reservoir State Park
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…
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Park Pick: La Pine State Park has something – make that many things – for just about everyone
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…
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ODFW closing McKenzie River to Chinook angling through end of the year
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Chinook salmon angling on the McKenzie River will close beginning Monday, July 8 through the end of the year. The Oregon…
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Oregon Parks and Rec seeks public input on proposed changes to camping rate ranges
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is seeking public comment on a proposal to adjust the ranges of rates that parks…
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ODFW to host online public meetings for feedback on proposed changes to big game regulations
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife will host a series of online public meetings next week with district wildlife…
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Deschutes National Forest plans to allow Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes on 161 miles of trails, paths near Bend, Sisters, Sunriver
The Deschutes National Forest announced Tuesday it is seeking input on the E-bikes on Select Trails project draft environmental assessment. The…
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AdvenChair, Wanderlust Tours team up for AdvenTours, accessible guided outings in special Central Oregon places
KTVZ, Ore. (KTVZ) — What do you get when you combine AdvenChair, developer of the world’s most durable all-terrain wheelchair, with Wanderlust…
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Overland Expo Pacific NW draws thousands of outdoor enthusiasts to the Fairgrounds in Redmond
Camping gear, adventure vehicles and outdoor accessories of all kids brought about 16,000 people to the Deschutes County Fairgrounds for this…
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