National Guard helicopter crew hoists stranded climber from slopes of South Sister
A Beaverton man climbing South Sister alone called 911 for help Monday morning when he got stuck on a small, precarious ledge at 9,800 feet…
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Spring Chinook season set for Hood River; no season planned on the Deschutes
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife said Monday it has set regulations for a spring Chinook fishery on the Hood River — but no spring season…
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Road to Pilot Butte summit reopens to vehicles Friday, first time in 18 months
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department said Monday it will open the vehicle gate to the Pilot Butte summit road at 10 a.m. on Friday, for the…
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Deschutes National Forest seeks comments on planned Bend-to-Lava Lands paved path
The Deschutes National Forest on Thursday released a draft environmental assessment on a proposed paved path from Knott Road to Lava Lands Visitor…
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Mysterious Crooked River Ranch waterfall flows for only three days a year
Central Oregon is filled with waterfalls, beautiful landscapes and places to explore. Most of these sites have been discovered for years, and they…
Continue Reading ODOT, USFS outline plans, seek comments on Bend-to-Lava Lands multi-use trail
The Oregon Department of Transportation and U.S. Forest Service are inviting the public to provide feedback on plans for a paved multi-use trail from…
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‘It changes the dynamics of farming’: Redmond resident creates sustainability project
Aeroponics, hydroponics and aquaponics are words not many people know the meaning…
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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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