Source Weekly September 21, 2023

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EDITOR’S NOTE:

Fall is here, folks! For locals, that might mean a little more wiggle room on the trails and in the line for a morning coffee. We’re having a little fun in the Feature section this week and setting contributor David Sword loose on a story combining two of his favorite things: Bikes and Fish! Ever heard of fish-biking? Or maybe you know it by “bikefishing…” but in any case, it’s a whole thing. The Fall Excursions trend continues with Roseann Dennery’s roundup of nearby waterfalls for a fun family outing. Meanwhile, Armando Borrego keeps us up to date on a creepy-crazy mutant doll art show, and also has the details on the camping options for the first-ever Cascade Equinox Festival at the fairgrounds this weekend. And in News, Julianna LaFollette shares the details about a controversial sponsorship at Mountain View High School. Thanks for reading!

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OPINION

For State Senate Seats, Is This the Best Republicans Can Do?

On Sept. 14, Bend’s senator in the Oregon Legislative Assembly filed to run for re-election. As of this writing, the status of Sen. Tim Knopp’s (R-Bend) application is pending and is likely to stay that way. While they currently disagree about the timing of their ineligibility, Knopp and nine others are, by decree of the Secretary of State and by the will of Oregon voters, ineligible to run due to excessive absences during the last legislative session. Five of them are now appealing to the courts for clarity on the wording of the law that voters approved, which made legislators ineligible to qualify for the ballot after 10 absences during a legislative session.

In this case, the quorum-denying senators are not alleging that an election was rigged, but rather are saying that the voters in the recent election did not know what they were voting for, and thus the legislators with excessive absences can run one more time — a dogged attempt to stay in power despite the clear voter mandate to the contrary. But there’s more skullduggery afoot as well.

Another of that cadre — Sen. Dennis Linthicum (R-Klamath Falls) — also filed to run for re-election, but rather than wishing and hoping that the Secretary of State moves his status from “Pending” to “Qualified” in order to be able to officially run, he’s got an alternative. On the same day that he filed to run for the 2024 primary, his wife, Diane Linthicum, also filed to run for the same seat, as a Republican. Thus far, no Democrat – or anyone, for that matter –has filed to run against the Linthicums.

Nothing like a good ol’ proxy vote to spice up the next legislative session. Is this really the best Republicans can do? Is Tim Knopp – a long-serving legislator, and an adept one, to be sure – the only person they can get to represent Bend in the legislature? Is he so singular and special that no one else can or should be allowed to stand in his stead? Knopp’s candidate filing status is pending and is not likely to be changed by court decisions or other methods in the period before the primary. That leaves Republicans with a tough choice: stick with their guy or find another person who isn’t sullied by qualification issues and can start getting their name out there in time to be a contender.

As of this writing, no other Republican has yet to file for the 27th District. Republicans already have a strong opponent on the Democratic side in Anthony Broadman, a current Bend city councilor and attorney with a solid reputation in the city. He has a very strong chance of winning, given Bend’s recent voting patterns and Knopp’s status.

Conservatives on this side of the mountains spend a lot of time complaining about how their voices are not heard in the Oregon legislature; how they’re drowned out by the vast sea of blue in the Willamette Valley. Some even dream of leaving Oregon for Idaho as a solution. Are conservatives prepared to die on this hill of perceived minority-status injustice by not bringing forth another viable candidate who wants to represent the increasingly purple city of Bend?

Is this really the best Republicans can do?

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RE: AFFORDABLE HOUSING. TAKE ME HOME, 9/7

It's a complicated issue but let's also talk about Short Term Rental Permits if you want to discuss affordability. A reason for lack of affordability falls on the city for allowing people to acquire short term rental permits, aka STR's. It is a big business for Airbnb and platforms alike, investors and for the city as well because it generates a large amount of tax revenue. When I was on Summit West Neighborhood Association Board, we would get land use notices for our area and most of them were in regards to investors from out of state purchasing homes in Bend and acquiring an STR permit so they could rent them out. It was sickening for me to watch our city allow this, especially from out of state investors whom have no attachment to our community and provide these permits on a continuous basis. I have written several letters to our city council in regards to this. When someone has a STR it also increases the value of the home because it's a big income producer. The city makes a ton of money from the taxes they acquire so they are not motivated to stop issuing the permits. And because of this permit, when a sweet local family starting out wants to buy a house, well, it becomes unaffordable. It is documented that Airbnb has created situations all over the world where housing becomes completely unaffordable and they have ruined cities and in turn the communities within the cities. There are cities in the U.S. that have banned Airbnb and it has definitely helped with affordability and creating more cohesive communities. I know we are a tourist destination but we also have to be a thriving local community where everyone can afford to live, play and work here. Let the tourists go to hotels and B&B's.

—Nicole Perullo via bendsource.com

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BEND’S GROWTH

On page 5 of the Source Weekly’s 9/14/23 issue, long-term resident Cindi Garvie expressed dismay at Bend’s “uncontrolled pattern of growth” and suggests putting the growth issue to a community vote. But on page 6 our progrowth Mayor said in her “state of the city” address that “we need more housing.” She said that Bend needs to plan for the 40,000 additional residents predicted over the next two decades.

Mayor Kebler is only looking at one side of the equation for a supposed solution to housing costs and shortages, i.e. build more “affordable” housing. I have not read of any Bend city councilors examining the other side of the equation, which is slowing immigration into Bend. This seems to be a taboo subject for all city leaders.

Two steps could be immediately taken that would help to ease the housing shortage while slowing the manic construction of living units on every vacant lot and large yard. They will not be considered, however, because they might bruise our almighty tourism industry.

Step #1: Stop Visit Bend from advertising for more tourists/immigrants in glossy travel magazines. I’m sure that Bend’s tourism industry will do just fine without such advertising.

Step #2: Phase out the city’s permitting of short-term vacation rentals. If housing is so badly needed by residents, why are tourists allowed to displace residents with a thousand STRs? Is it because STR permits are a cash cow for the city?

I wish Bend had a city council and mayor who would get onboard with slowing immigration into Bend instead of encouraging it by cramming in as many living units as quickly as possible. Voters, what say you?

—Eddie Kinnamon

RE: SHOULD CITY CHARGE RESIDENTS A $10$15 TRANSPORTATION FEE? WEB SURVEY, 9/14-20

The issue is that only a small portion of the actual road users will be paying the bulk of this "Fee" (a tax in reality if the city council was actually being honest). Bend is essentially a tourism-based economy and with no sales tax, tourists get a bargain on the backs of local residents. A better approach would be 1) an additional $20-25 per night fee on hotel and AirBnB rentals dedicated to the transportation needs; 2) annual license fee and registration of every 16" wheel or large bicycle ridden in the city with those funds dedicated only to the construction or maintenance of bike lanes or bike paths in the city (as a true user fee should be) and 3) a 3-5% fee on the rental of sporting goods such as skis, kayaks and e-bikes with those funds dedicated solely to transportation maintenance projects. None of these costs (most which are discretionary income in nature) would have any negative impact on the number of visitors to Bend. This would be the first approach the city leaders should take rather than creating significant financial impacts on necessary costs for limited income members of our community.

—Michael Rindfleisch via bendsource.com

RE: AMID RISING COSTS OF LIVING, SHOULD WE SPREAD TRANSPORTATION FEES AROUND? OPINION, 9/14

To add some additional information: there are many more opportunities to share your input beyond watching the roundtables we are holding with community representatives (including

nonprofits, schools, parks, the businesses community, neighborhoods, and our advisory committees).

For instance: folks can email us at councilall@bendoregon.gov, they can come to our nighttime meetings to give us comments (or comment from home by Zoom), they can call our public phone numbers listed on our Council website, and they can talk with their Neighborhood District members (we have told all the neighborhoods we will come to them to present and have two planned already, including one coming up with three of our neighborhoods in the Southeast part of town.) People can also visit http://www.bendoregon.gov/ transportation-fee where you can get more information and also the contact info for our staff person handling the project, Sarah Hutson, who is happy to answer questions and take input as well.

We have been receiving emails from folks regularly about this and will continue to have opportunities for input beyond the focused conversations we are having with stakeholders at our roundtable meetings.

—Melanie Kebler via bendsource.com

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Thanks for all the passionate commentary about housing and housing affordability this week, readers! Michael, you got letter of the week.

—Nicole Vulcan

New Park Projects Aim to Improve River Access

Three parks on the Deschutes River will undergo a transformation, enhancing accessibility and sustainability

By Julianna LaFollette

River-goers can plan for updated river access points in three centrally located parks along the Deschutes River in Bend. Bend Park and Recreation District, as part of its Deschutes River Access and Habitat Restoration Plan, is planning to update four river access points at McKay Park, Miller’s Landing Park and Columbia Park.

BPRD aims to improve access at the three parks, allowing for easier watercraft landing, wading, swimming and relaxing, which were all identified as high community needs in the 2018 Comprehensive Plan.

The project is currently in the design phase and recently received approval for its preferred concepts from the BPRD board of directors at a Sept. 5 meeting.

According to Landscape Architect Ian Isaacson, the River Access and Restoration Plan identified about 28 desired projects through the river corridor.

The three parks in the MMC project were deemed a priority for increasing accessibility and sustainability. “The erosion and the sustainability of the riverbank at the existing access points is not withstanding the amount of use that they are currently seeing,” said Isaacson.

The parks will offer easy access in and out of the river while undergoing habitat enhancements. “The MMC project is groundbreaking in terms of a level of accessibility,” said Isaacson. “We want to make these access points usable by people so that they can do it independently, without needing help.”

The only parks that currently provide accessible river access include McKay and Drake Park, featuring concrete walkways into the river.

“I think what we’re showing is that access to the river, which a lot of people want and a quality habitat, which a lot of people want, don’t have to be mutually exclusive,” Isaacson said. “We can do both of them side by side, which is pretty cool in an urban corridor of the river.”

BPRD has already completed several parks projects along the Deschutes River, improving banks and expanding river trails for the Riverbend South Access project and the Drake Park Project.

BRPD is hoping to get started on Miller’s Landing Park, the first park planned for construction, in the winter of 2024-2025. Isaacson estimates that each park project will take roughly six months to complete.

Franklin Ave. Shelter Turns ‘Congregate’ to Maximize Space

New contract allows friends to room together, housing more individuals

By Julianna LaFollette

Deschutes County Commissioners approved an amendment to the contract for Bend’s Franklin Avenue shelter on Sept. 13. The Franklin Avenue Shelter, in partnership with Shepard’s House, asked for the word “non-congregate” to be taken out of the contract, allowing larger rooms to be used by non-related groups.

According to Evan Hendrix, the director of navigation services, this contract change would maximize the use of the space, keeping more people sheltered in a healthy and comfortable space. Moving to a congregate setting will allow non-familial individuals to room together in the 60-bed, former Rainbow Motel.

The amendment could also offer up space when other shelter beds soon decrease. In October, local shelter The Lighthouse will begin construction on its remodel. Hendrix said the remodel will turn the facility into a fully functional navigation center, offering showers, access to laundry, a commercial kitchen and larger, updated bathrooms.

Hendrix believes this remodel will significantly improve people’s experience in accessing resources at the location. “We’ve been able to leverage the resources available for the benefit of the community for the last 15-16 months,” said Hendrix.

The former open-concept thrift store, which currently has 100 beds, will have to limit the number of overnight beds to 50 during the remodel. Additionally, the day services provided by The Lighthouse will be temporarily moved to the Franklin Avenue shelter, including meals, coffee, access to clothing and hygiene supplies and case management, to name a few.

Hendrix added that the decision to make the Franklin shelter congregate will help in housing many of the individuals currently staying at The Lighthouse. This could allow Shepard’s House to relocate 40-45 individuals to the Franklin Avenue shelter.

With construction happening as soon as the weather starts to cool down, Hendrix sees some potential issues with housing people. “Historically, for the last few years while we’ve been offering overnight, emergency shelter in Bend, we’ve never capped it,” said Hendrix. “As an organization, Shepard’s House has remained pretty flexible in that.”

This past winter, the shelter averaged about 125 people per night, seeing up to 138 people some nights.

“That is one of our fears going into the wintertime this year, and why we are making this transition as soon as possible. . . we’re not going to have the ability to flex like we have in these past years,” said Hendrix. “So we

do need to find an alternative solution prior to winter, for those extra folks in the shelter.”

While not ready to provide details just yet, Hendrix said another project is in the works that could hopefully provide access and services for more individuals this winter.

Concept rendering for access point #2 at Miller’s Landing Park.

Bend Parks and recreation District

The former Rainbow Motel would house its current residents in the back building, opening space in the front for individuals during The Lighthouse remodel.

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Bend-La Pine Schools Reviews Policy After Sport Sponsorship Backlash

District is assessing its current sponsorship with local ammunition maker following concerns

By Julianna LaFollette

Bend-La Pine Schools is reviewing its athletic sponsorship policy amid controversy regarding a sponsor for Mountain View High School. BLPS selected Nosler Inc., a local ammunition manufacturer, as the sponsor for its football and soccer programs, raising concerns from parents, teachers and residents.

A concerned community member, who asked not to be named out of fear of retaliation, emailed the Source Weekly on Sept. 14, sending photos of the Nosler name on the school’s scoreboard and some of the girls’ soccer team t-shirts.

The woman, who noted that her email was written on behalf of other parents and teachers, said the sponsor selection was “inappropriate,” and “upsetting,” mentioning the recent shooting in Downtown Bend and the fact that the gunman who killed two victims in a shooting at the east side Safeway was a previous Mountain View High School student. The Source received a similar email from community members on Sept. 5, detailing concerns that the sponsorship was “tone deaf” for similar reasons, referencing the recent anniversary of last year’s Safeway shooting on Aug. 28.

According to Scott Maben, the director of communications for BLPS, the t-shirts in question were made for a fundraiser but won’t be worn while the school reviews its policies.

The Nosler sign on the schoolboard was up for one week and was removed prior to Sept. 8 due to its size and prominence, according to correspondence between Mountain View Principal Michael Hicks and Maben. A replacement Nosler sign has been designed but has not yet been put up.

Nosler Inc., is set to pay $4,000 for a sign across Mountain View’s football scoreboard. “Nosler is a local, family-owned company with strong ties to Mountain View High School and a long history of support for school athletics and students,” Hicks wrote.

According to Maben, as of press time the District had received several messages, with some opposing the Nosler sponsorship and others supporting it.

“Acknowledging Nosler’s support of Mountain View with a sign or banner on school property has prompted a range of reaction,” said Maben.

Zach Waterman, Nosler’s public relations manager, said the company has sponsored Mountain View High for decades. “We’re going to continue to donate and support the schools financially as much as we can, like

we’ve always done,” Waterman told the Source. “It’s not about the sign, it’s something the school does in recognition of supporters. But really for us, it’s more about supporting our schools.”

Nosler representatives did not wish to comment at this time on the controversy regarding its sponsorship with the school.

According to Maben, sponsorships are typically approved by the school athletic director, principal or other members of the school administration. After hearing from residents, the District plans to review its policies and procedures regarding sponsorships and advertisements on its property.

“We are listening to this feedback and are interested in how students, staff, families and community members perceive the way our community sponsors are recognized for contributions to school programs,” said Katie Legace, BLPS’ executive director of high schools.

The District’s current policy outlines the types of advertisements it does not accept. The rules in the policy are lengthy, giving clear guidelines on what the District won’t accept in terms of advertisements, including the promotion of illegal drugs, alcohol, tobacco, gambling or firearms.

Among school districts, board members are responsible for setting district policies. Melissa Barnes Dholakia, chair of the BLPS board of directors, shared how the board plans to move forward regarding its policy.

“As a Board we appreciate hearing from stakeholders as we work to ensure safe spaces for our youth. As Chair, I brought these concerns to Superintendent [Steven] Cook alongside a request to review both the current concern as well as the policy itself. I believe through this review process we will build a clarity around policy that in turn will support consistent implementation across the district.”

Top, Mountain View High’s girls soccer team fundraising t-shirts. Bottom, Nosler sign on Mountain View High’s football scoreboard.

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Nuevos proyectos para parques tienen como objetivo mejorar el acceso al río Tres parques a lo largo del río Deschutes serán transformados, para la mejora del acceso y la perdurabilidad

Por / By Julianna LaFollette

Las personas que asisten al río pueden planear el acceso actual al río en tres parques centrales a lo largo del río Deschutes en Bend. El distrito de parques y recreación de Bend (BPRD por sus siglas en inglés), como parte del Plan de Restauración del Hábitat y acceso al río Deschutes, planea actualizar cuatro puntos de acceso al río en el parque McKay, parque de desembarque Miller y el parque Columbia.

BPRD tiene como próposito mejorar el acceso en las tres locaciones, permitiendo que los ususarios desembarquen, fluyan, naden y se relajen más fácilmente, en si todas fueron identificadas como de alta necesidad para la comunidad durante el Plan Integral 2018.

Actualmente el proyecto está en la fase estructural y recientemente recibió la aprobación de sus conceptos preferenciales por parte de la mesa directiva de BPRD en una reunión del 5 de septiembre. Según el arquitecto de diseño Ian Isaacson, el plan de acceso y de

restauración al río identificó alrededor de 28 proyectos de interés a lo largo del corredor del río.

Los tres parques en el proyecto MMC fueron declarados una prioridad para aumentar la accesibilidad y la perdurabilidad. “La erosión y la perdurabilidad de la orilla del río en los puntos de acceso existentes no resisten el volumen de uso que se está viendo actualmente,” dijo Isaacson.

Los parques permitirán el acceso fácil para entrar y salir del río mientras se apoya la mejora del hábitat. “El proyecto MMC es innovador en relación al nivel de accesibilidad,” dijo Isaacson. “Queremos que estos puntos de acceso sean utilizables por las personas para que puedan hacerlo de forma independiente, sin necesidad de ayuda alguna.”

Los únicos parques que actualmente ofrecen acceso al río incluyen el de McKay y Drake, que cuentan con pasillos de concreto que van hacia el río.

“Creo que lo que estamos mostrando

es que el acceso al río, que mucha gente quiere, y un hábitat de calidad, que mucha gente quiere, no tienen por qué ser ambos exclusivos,” dijo Isaacson. “Podemos hacer ambas cosas de la mano, lo cual es fantástico en un corredor urbano del río.”

BPRD ya ha concluido varios proyectos de parques a lo largo del río Deschutes,

mejorando la orillas y ampliando los senderos de ríos para los proyectos de acceso Riverbend South y Drake.

BPRD espera comenzar con el parque de desembarque Miller, el primer parque para construcción previsto en el invierno de 2024 a 2025. Isaacson calcula que cada proyecto por parque tardará aproximadamente seis meses en llevarse a cabo.

Representación conceptual del punto de acceso #2 en el parque de desembarque Miller.

Courtesy Distrito de parques y recreación de Bend

AND FEATHERS WHEELS

Fish/bike/packing on the Deschutes River, all in the same trip

By David Sword

"Let us rather run the risk of wearing out than rusting out.” - Teddy Roosevelt

The bicycle boom has filled the streets and trails with more riders than ever before. Bike shops and trailheads are bustling and busy, and as the Central Oregon community continues to grow, escaping the density by finding quieter and less frequented routes has become a greater challenge. By merging outdoor pursuits, long a Pacific Northwest tradition, the adventure-minded can find paths less traveled (also recommended: waiting til the bulk of tourist season has passed, as it now has). Amongst these pursuits, I have recently found my peanut butter and chocolate in combining

two of my greatest loves: bicycling and flyfishing.

Whether you have a few hours or days to dedicate, there is a bike-fishing (or fish-biking) adventure ready for you to discover. For years I have been carrying a light and compact Tenkara fishing rod in order to “wet the line” during a bike ride. The Deschutes River, one of Central Oregon’s prized natural resources, and Fall River are great starting off points for easy excursions. The “town run” through the Old Mill, Deschutes River Trail and Dirty Freehubs “Big Red” route are fun, bank-fish friendly, and are relatively easy routes to get the feel of gaining fishing access while on a bike. Having backpacked and bikepacked for years, I thought it prime time to up the ante and commit to a multi-day, fly fishing adventure utilizing my bikepacking gear. The lower 100 miles of the Deschutes provides ample space to create your own fish/

biking journey, includes a multitude of cultural and natural history elements to explore, and is my preferred zone for such affairs. Eagles, Bighorn sheep, wild horses, and the Railroad Wars are but a few of the interesting features to explore. Passing by steep canyons and towering basalt columns, I am in constant awe imagining how the passage provided an important route to and from the Columbia for Native people for thousands of years, and then in the 19th century for pioneers on the Oregon Trail.

GEARING UP FOR FISHPACKING

Like packing for a European vacation or a thru hike of the Pacific Crest Trail, the choice of gear is likely the crux of the Bike/Fish endeavor. Going too light can lead to unnecessary suffering and disappointment, while being overloaded may find one whimpering trailside, unable to stand or continue moving forward. Putting on a logistical thinking cap helps me to balance the What I Needs vs the What I Wants.

Bike: Opt for a hardtail mountain bike or gravel bike. The pathways are often rough, rocky and

overgrown, and as some routes require fairly physical portage/carry-overs, having a manageable vehicle is not to be downplayed. Tubeless tires are preferred for their plusher ride, weight savings and resistance to flats. Beware of the goathead: Synonymous with pain and punctures for hikers and cyclists throughout Central Oregon, this warm-season annual grows low to the ground and produces heavily armored seeds that comprise more than a nuisance along trails and roadways. They are very painful to step on, will easily flat a bicycle tire or light summer footwear, and are aptly named Puncturevine.

Bags: Frame, handlebar, cockpit, seat bags are the fish-bikers friend. A tow-behind trailer is a great option, especially for longer trips and those requiring waders, wading boots or heavier loads. A small backpack doubles for gear while angling. Bikes rigged with racks and panniers are also a popular option. Whichever bike and bag option you choose, remember the potential for fence crossings, mandatory “hike a bike” sections and difficult riding terrain making bike handling and weight an issue to consider.

Sleep: Shelter, pad, bag. Hammock is a nice option, too. A small packable tent provides escape from creepy crawlies and safe harbor from wind and rain events. Even on perfect summer days, the wind can rip through the canyons with great velocity.

Photos courtesy of David Sword

Extra paracord and durable tent stakes are a welcomed addition to lock it down when Mother Nature flips the switch.

Eat: Make it light and easy. Coffee… required. If you decide a stove is necessary, share one for the team. A fresh sandwich and/or breakfast burrito for the first day out is easy and convenient. Water is heavy so carry some for day one and prepare with a filter or schedule fuel and time to boil. It’s a good idea to hang your food, because although there are no bears to speak of, raccoons and other bandits abound throughout the day and night.

Aid: Be prepared for crashes, cuts and bruises and check your ego at the door. Pack a med kit. Pack a bike repair kit. Beware the Goathead! Be ready for self-sufficiency.

Fish: Wet wade or packing waders? I recently returned from a three-day trip where I rode in and out while wearing my waders, giving me more packable space for food and fishing gear. Not the most comfortable option for cycling, however. I could have limited myself to a single flybox, but the ride portion was under 10 miles, so I packed heavier than a normal and opted for two flyrods and all the fishing extras, as well. If storage space and weight are of bigger concern, swing toward the minimalist options.

ACCESS ON THE LOWER DESCHUTES RIVER

The final 100 miles of the Deschutes River, referred to as the Lower D, is absolutely the “fishiest” section of the 250+ mile waterway, and therefore gets more users each day. The Lower Deschutes River Management System is a natural resource management plan, which launched a limited entry permit system designed to protect the river and surrounding natural resources. The permit system requires each person on a watercraft or other floating device to purchase a Boater Pass, with access restricted to a limited number of boaters on some segments during peak use periods. The flat fee is $5 per person per day. Currently there are no requirements for hikers or bikers.

A note on access: Governance of the Deschutes River is a complex overlay of agencies including the Bureau of

Land Management, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Tribal councils, private landowners, Oregon Parks and Recreation and environmental and public interest groups. As visitors to the amazing Wild and Scenic designated river, many who consider it to be one of the (if not the best) trout fishing rivers in the lower 48, we all must be diligent in taking care of the land AND giving

proper respect to private landowner and Tribal land requests. Do your homework. Read the signs. Don’t trespass. LEAVE NO TRACE is more than a principle or suggestion. Pack out your trash and practice good stewardship by picking up after those who have chosen easy over what is correct and necessary. (On this note, as of the date of publication, the Trout Creek fire is burning over 500 acres north of Madras. Heed fire warnings and evacuation notices, too!)

Katie Closses, lead river ranger for the Lower Deschutes, says that increases in both day and overnight users along the corridor has led to fuller campsites and associated trash.

“We are mainly seeing fire rings being used as garbage dumps, where leftover trash is being burned and left in place,” she said. There has also been more human waste left behind, especially in the float and walk-in campsites, which have been associated with non-boater user groups. Camping overnight is only

allowed at designated camps along the river, and some, but not all, have pit toilets. Boaters are required to carry an approved human waste receptacle and carry out all waste. Although anecdotal at this juncture, there are initial discussions taking place among the decision makers as whether hike and bike users will be required to possess overnight passes in the future.

Lisa Clark, field manager of the Prineville BLM, says the BLM has been considering an all-user fee for the Lower Deschutes River for many years. “With hike in/ride in access, there are a lot of visitors that are (using the resources but) not paying any fees at this time,” she said. “The fee, if implemented, would be for overnight use outside the existing developed campgrounds and for users not holding a boater pass,” says Clark. “The ultimate goal of this fee “would be to make costs more equitable for all users throughout the year and will help the BLM account for rising operating and maintenance costs.”

SAMPLE ITINERARIES FOR LOWER DESCHUTES FISH BIKING

Itinerary #1: EASY - Maupin to Locked Gate (0-16 miles). Starting at the Maupin City Park, the paved and graveled road traveling upstream is an easy introduction to the Lower Deschutes,

and the approachability of multiple spectacular angling spots. The locked gate at River Mile 59.5 is the beginning of private land where only foot traffic is allowed. Bikes are not allowed above the gate. An additional word of warning: Amy Hazel, owner of Deschutes Angler in Maupin, says that although the roadway is great for fishing and good for bikers, it can be busy with vehicles hauling boats and trailers. “In my (tenure) here I have seen three rigs crash into the river,” she says. The washboarded gravel sections combined with excessive speed can lead to a loss of control. The road downstream from Maupin to Sherars Falls (9 miles) is popular with cars and trucks, but paved. Below Sherars the roadway returns to gravel all the way to road’s end at Macks Canyon (18 miles), and is increasingly popular with angler and boater traffic. Heed the warning from Hazel and take great care if fish-biking on these sections.

Itinerary #2: MODERATE – Warm Springs to Trout Creek (0-16 miles). A combination of single and double track, mandatory hike-a-bike and fence crossings, the route from Mecca Flats to Trout Creek will not disappoint. Reminder to only camp at designated camps, and to respect the private property of the Luelling Homestead. This is an extremely popular day-run for rafters and anglers, and camps do fill up. Be ready to punt and search for campsites beyond your first and second choices.

Itinerary #3: DIFFICULT – Macks Canyon to Mouth (24 miles). Not for the faint at heart. Arguably some of the most beautiful canyon and river scenery on the entire Deschutes River will be the reward for taking on the challenging non-ridable sections of this quest. More often, rider/anglers start at the Mouth and travel upstream as far as they can muster. I like this option for early season steelhead fishing. If you are dedicated, fit and able, give this section a go. Remember, pain is simply fear leaving your body.

Rewards of fish biking can include spotting wild horses, above, or catching a Redband trout, left.

Waders hanging to dry mark a good spot to camp along the Deschutes River.

SOURCE PICKS

WEDNESDAY 9/20

DRAG BINGO WITH D’AUNTIE CAROL

NOT YOUR AUNT’S BINGO NIGHT

A fun-filled night of gameplay with all proceeds going to Central Oregon’s first queer magazine. D’Auntie Carol is sure to bring the excitement, so make a reservation as you won’t want to miss out on this night of Bingo! Wed., Sept. 20, 6-8pm. Cascade Lakes Brewpub. 1441 SW Chandler Ave., #100, Bend. $20.

WEDNESDAY 9/20

PACIFIC DUB CALIFORNICATION

Pacific Dub is a coastal-indie band known for its engaging fusion of alternative rock and reggae influences. A slew of infectious melodies and the band’s unique sound innovation carries a message of love and devotion. Wed., Sept. 20, 8pm. Volcanic Theatre Pub. 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $15.

THURSDAY 9/21

SPENCER MARLYN PSYCHEDELIC SOUND

Armed with loop and effect pedals, Spencer Marlyn’s combination of funk, reggae, bluegrass and psychedelia is sure to captivate any audience. You won’t want to miss the intricate guitar compositions of this genre-blending singer/songwriter on Thu., Sept. 21, 6-8pm. River’s Place. 787 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend. Free

FRIDAY 9/22

SATURDAY 9/23

DISCOVER NATURE FESTIVAL

WALK IN THE WOODS

This nature festival is a joyful tribute to the many connections forged through and with the natural world. This exciting event promises attractions for everyone such as nature-inspired crafts, STEM-based activities, recreational outdoor offerings, music and more. The festival is made possible through the collaboration of 20+ partners, including Deschutes National Forest, and Bend Park and Recreation District. Sat., Sept. 23, 11am-3pm. Alpenglow Park. 61049 SE 15th St., Bend. Free.

SUNDAY 9/24

ANDREW SLEIGHTER: LIVE IN BEND!

A NIGHT OF AMAZING LAUGHS

Performing on late night shows like “Last Comic Standing” and “Conan” gave comedian Andrew Sleighter the chance to work a crowd that was ready to laugh. Now, Sleighter is bringing his own brand of renowned stand-up comedy that riffs on anything from the age of our president to being a “Portland tough guy.” Don’t miss the laughs on Fri., Sept. 22, 8-11:30pm. Open Space Event Studios. 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. $20.

FRIDAY 9/22

OKTOBERFEST CELEBRATION

BEER AND BRATWURST

Celebrating German tradition has never been so fun! This festival features three live music acts, three separate themed contests, and all the German food, beer and wine you can handle. The best part: a portion of the $5 cover and sales will benefit Bright Side Animal Shelter. Fri., Sept. 22, 2-8pm. Testimony Wine Bar. 307 NW 6th St., Redmond. $5.

SATURDAY 9/23

FRESH HOP FESTIVAL

DAY DRINKING FOR A CAUSE

The Sisters Fresh Hop Festival showcases fresh hop beers from 20+ Oregon breweries alongside live music, food carts and more. As a charity event, previous years raised over $10,000 for Ronald McDonald House Charities. Enjoy a brew and support a great cause! Sat., Sept. 23, Noon-6pm. Three Creeks Brewing Co. 265 East Barclay Dr., Sisters. $30-$35.

MOON HOOCH

BUSKERS ON BROADWAY

This inventive horn-and-percussion trio has gone from playing subway platforms in New York City to touring with household names like They Might Be Giants. Have a drink and see for yourself why Moon Hooch will be your new favorite band. Sun., Sept. 24, 8pm. Volcanic theatre Pub. 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $18.

SUNDAY 9/24

CASCADE EQUINOX FESTIVAL VISIONARY VIBES

With an incredible lineup of musicians, available campgrounds, immersive visual and performance art and a space dedicated to kid’s activities, this festival is more than just an average music gathering. Local breweries, restaurants, wineries and an artisanal market will be featured throughout the festival grounds. Fri., Sept 22Sun., Sept. 24, Deschutes County Fairgrounds. 3800 SE Airport Way, Redmond. $59-$279.

Andrew Sleighter

Moon Hooch

Pacific Dub Facebook

Spencer Marlyn

Cascade Equinox Festival

Three Creeks Brewing

VIENNA BOYS CHOIR

REV. PEYTON’S BIG DAMN BAND OCTOBER

S SOUND From Self-Taught to Playing Stages

Faisal Abu-Nawwas is a regular perfomer around Bend. This week he’s also among the musicians playing at Cascade Equinox Festival.

By Aaron Switzer and Nicole Vulcan

Faisal Abu-Nawwas was born in Portland, Oregon, and has had music in his blood since he was a child. His grandmother was in a band for most of his childhood and played all over the Pacific Northwest. In high school, Abu-Nawwas discovered his voice while trying out for jazz choir. After high school, he taught himself to play guitar on YouTube, and at a young age was a contestant on “The Voice.” He’s been playing his brand of live covers and original music — country, rock, ‘80s and ‘90s material — all over the Pacific Northwest for the last 12 years. Abu-Nawwas moved to Bend in 2020 for his job, and now, for a new set of musical stages.

Abu-Nawwas joined Publisher Aaron Switzer for this week’s Bend Don’t Break podcast. Below is an excerpt from that conversation. Find the entire recording on our Podcasts tab at bendsource.com.

Source Weekly: I was curious to sit down with you and rap after you played the Little Woody [Barrel-Aged Beer, Cider and Whiskey Fest]— we produce the Little Woody, and I was so taken with your style and the musicianship and I thought we could just sit down and talk about what it's like to be [a musician] in this day and age. Where do you currently play?

Faisal Abu-Nawwas: I got to kind of try to balance it out a little bit. On top of the full-time job, I’ve also got three kids and a wife at home. So, I gotta make them happy, too. Lately I've just been trying to fill in — during the weeks is my strong point, really, for playing gigs. Right now you can catch me at Midtown Yacht Club here in town, GoodLife Brewing, The Lot on the west side of town.

We’ve got the Cascade Equinox Festival everybody's been talking about, and to be out there, Saturday, and Sunday both days, that's going to be a blast. I kind of just pick them up as I can.

SW: You said that you've been a musician pretty much your entire life, right?

FAN: I taught myself how to play guitar and then almost immediately after that, I went to a family barbecue and my stepdad had a buddy that was there. He's an older guy who's 25 years older than me and we kind of hit it off and started jamming around a fire pit. And I think two weeks after we met, we were playing at one of the local bars in town and then they picked us up just about every weekend. It was about 12 years ago.

I grew up in the Moose lodges and Elks lodges, all up and down the Pacific Northwest, followed my grandma around. I lived with her for a little while, me and my mom, my little brother lived with her for a little bit and so we would kind of pick up and go with her, and it wasn't very long. It's not like we were jumping on a tour bus and like that, but we would get in the van with the, with the trailer attached to it and take off to the local Elks Lodge, a Moose Lodge or whatever it was and just kind of hang out and, you know, I got to see her on stage with my grandpa singing songs and stuff like that. So it's been in my blood for a long time — I got photos of me standing on the countertop in her house with the little plastic guitar just trying to do something.

I kind of just jumped into it and it's been something that is, it's almost like a therapy for me —to be able to go out and play music and see people's reactions to some of the songs that I play, and then playing with somebody that was older than me, too. It just gave me this vast knowledge of this older generation of music that I never really was introduced to.

SW: Do you still feel like you're growing musically?

FAN: I do. Yeah, I mean, just in being a self-taught guitar player, you know, I joke around all the time, but people are always like, can you teach me how to play guitar? I'm like, you don't want me to teach you guitar. There's no cameras in here, but my fingers are like little sausages. You know, it's hard for you to play sometimes, so I had to kind of figure out my own way of playing. So unfortunately, I tell people like, I'd rather not try to teach you because I'm still learning myself. And when I play with my other buddies and stuff in town, it's like man, I look over at them, what they're doing. I'm like, OK, that's way easier to do. Like, I'll move my finger like that. And, you know, so I'm always progressing with playing guitar, for sure. So, no end in sight there.

− Find Faisal Abu-Nawwas on Instagram: @music_withfaisal

Sunday, October 1, 2023

12p: Running of the Bull(dog)s

1p: Wiener Dog Races

at: Troy Field

(Downtown Bend Louisiana & Bond)

Faisal Abu-Nawwas

"I kind of just jumped into it and it's been something that is, it's almost like a therapy for me —to be able to go out and play music and see people's reactions to some of the songs that I play."

—Faisal Abu-Nawwas

CALENDAR

Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market Live Music with Ky Burt Come out to the Pub on Reed Market for a live performance by local artist, Ky Burt. Music can be enjoyed from our outdoor patio from 6-8pm. Free & family-friendly.

River’s Place Spencer Marlyn Using loop and effects pedals, Spencer Marlyn creates a bumping sounds of an entire band. Playing funk, reggae, bluegrass, and psychedelia. 6-8pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Trivia on the Moon Come down to Silver Moon Brewing for a night of trivia! Teams are welcome to show up in groups up to 8 people. Silver Moon also offers seating reservations for $20 donations that all go to F*Cancer! If you would like to reserve a table please contact the Trivia on the Moon Facebook page. 7pm. Free.

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Wednesday

Bledsoe Family Winery Wine and Live Music Featuring Bill Powers! Come to Bledsoe Family Winery for Wine and Live Music! Bill Powers is one half of the popular bluegrass duo, Honey Don’t, well-known for music based in the folk tradition with bluegrass and old-time at its deepest roots. 4-6pm. Free.

Cabin 22 Trivia Wednesdays Useless Knowledge Bowl Live Trivia Game Show! It’s not your average quiz night. Team up to win gift cards. It’s fun and free to play, with Locals’ Day featuring Crater Lake and local craft beer specials. Get here this week! 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Cascade Lakes Brewpub Drag

Bingo with D’Auntie Carol to Benefit SUS All proceeds go to SUS- Central Oregon’s first queer magazine. Come to the Pub on Century with D’Auntie Carol for a drag and fun-filled night of Bingo supporting Central Oregon’s first queer magazine. 6-8pm. $20.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke Sing your heart out at Corey’s! Grab friends and drinks for some Coreyoke. 9pm-Midnight. Free.

Craft Kitchen and Brewery Comedy Open Mic Sign-up 7:30pm. If you’ve ever wanted to try standup comedy, this is where you start! 8-10pm. Free.

Crosscut Warming Hut No 5 Kenny Hadden Relax with a pint and enjoy great local music! 6-8pm. Free.

Deschutes Brewery Public House Head

Games Trivia Night Eat. Drink. Think. Win! Head

Games multi-media trivia is at Deschutes Bend Public House every Wednesday. Win prizes. Teams up to six. 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

General Duffy’s Annex Line Dance

Lessons and Open Dance Floor General Duffy’s

AnnexLine Dancing Lessons Open Dance Night

Lessons from 6-7pm. Open Dance Floor 7-9pm Wed., Sept. 6. Wed., Sept. 20. Wed., Oct. 4. Wed., Oct. 18. Wed., Nov. 1. Wed., Nov. 15. 6-7pm. $10.

Hub City Bar & Grill Karaoke Steal the show solo, or sing a duet with a friend. Karaoke night with KJ Alana at the Hub City Bar and Grill. 9pm-Midnight. Free.

JC’s Bar & Grill Trivia Nite with Trivia Girl

Compete with your peers and test your knowledge of current events, music and other random categories while enjoying 75-cent wings! Also, JC’s trivia separates themselves from the rest with a physical challenge! 7-9:30pm. Free.

Kobold Brewing / The Vault Taphouse Trivia Night Trivia Night at The Vault! Come test your knowledge and drink top notch local beer! 6:30-8pm. Free.

Kobold Brewing The Lair Trivia Come join for trivia night and enjoy quality craft beer and food! 7-8:30pm. Free.

M&J Tavern Open Mic Night Downtown living room welcomes musicians to bring their acoustic set or turn it up to eleven with the whole band. Bring your own instruments. Goes to last call or last musician, whichever comes first. 21+. 6:30pm. Free.

Northside Bar & Grill Accoustic Open Mic with Derek Michael Marc Head down to the Northside Bar and Grill Wednesdays to catch local artists perform live. 7-9pm. Free.

Seven Nightclub & Restaurant The CO Show The CO Show is a free comedy showcase! Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm! Central Oregon Comedy Scene and Karaokaine productions have teamed up to bring this show to you! It’s co-hosted with multiple hosts, co-produced for Central Oregon! 8pm. Free.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Pacific Dub Catchy choruses, heavy rock ‘n’ roll guitar melodies, and smooth hip-hop and reggae rhythms are all significant characteristics that add to Pacific Dub’s coastal vibe, and genuine objective of creating innovative alternative-rock-reggae while sharing a message of love and peace. 8-11:59pm. $15.

Worthy Beers & Burgers Game Night at Worthy Beers & Burgers Join every Wednesday for Mario Kart, Amazon Luna games, card games and board games (feel free to BYO games). Grab your friends, grab a drink and let’s play! 6-9pm. Free.

21 Thursday

The Ballybogs and Friends Grab a pint, relax and enjoy live music by an amazing group of artists that brings the best Irish trad music in Central Oregon. Every Thursday at The Cellar. 6-8pm. Free.

Austin Mercantile Ghost of Brian Craig An evening with this live acoustic rock soloist while he plays his original songs mixed with a great list of covers that are authentically produced and performed. 4:30pm. Free.

Austin Mercantile Live Music Every Thursday Join at Austin Mercantile for live music every Thursday. Offering a light happy hour menu — daily flatbread, chili, charcuterie, soft pretzels and more! 4:30-6:30pm. Free.

AVID Cider Co. Taproom Last Call Feud

Night Another fun weekly game night at Avid!

Wrangle your teammates and join the host and other groups as everyone competes to name the most popular answers to survey questions. No abstract trivia knowledge needed for this game! Lots of prizes and laughs to be had. 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Bend Cider Co. Honey Don’t Sit in our butterfly garden and listen to one of Bend's best local bands! Come check out Bill Powers and Shelly Grey jamming out with their Americana/ folk originals. Look for our big orange barn. Snacks available, outside food ok. 6-8pm. Free.

Bend Elks Lodge #1371 Bingo Bingo at the Elk’s Lodge. Win cash prizes. 6-9pm. $23.

Bridge 99 Brewery Trivia Thursdays UKB’s live trivia game show is like no other. Team up to compete for gift card prizes! Brews, ciders, mixed drinks, pizzas and food truck options. Indoor and outdoor seating. 6-8pm. Free.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke Sing your heart out at Corey’s! Grab friends and drinks for some Coreyoke. 9pm-Midnight. Free.

General Duffy’s Annex Comedy Night Comedy Night at General Duffy’s Annex! Doors open at 7 pm and the show starts at 8 pm. 21+ required for this show 7-10pm.

General Duffy’s Annex Crackin Up Comedy: Jordan Cerminara Jordan Cerminara currently manufactures humor right outside of Portland. With over 10 years of stand-up experience, Jordan Cerminara has worked clubs and independent venues across North America, opening for acts such as Kyle Kinane, Nikki Glaser and Tom Rhodes. 8-10pm.

Hub City Bar & Grill Karaoke Steal the show solo, or sing a duet with a friend. Karaoke night with Jeannie at the Hub City Bar and Grill. 9-Midnight. Free.

Open Space Event Studios Bend Institute of Comedy Presents Improv Showcase 500 A completely improvised show featuring founder John Breen and Alpha Team, a group comprised of John’s advanced students at the Bend Institute of Comedy. 6:30-9:30pm. $15.

Open Space Event Studios Bend Institute of Comedy Presents Improv Showcase 500 Come see longform comedy completely improvised show featuring founder John Breen and Alpha Team, a group comprised of John’s advanced students at the Bend Institute of Comedy, plus some of John’s favorite improvisers coming down from Portland for a guest appearance in BIC’s inaugural show. 7:30-9:30pm.

Sunriver Brewing Eastside Pub Sunriver Brewing Eastside Pub Music Series: Erin Cole-Baker Enjoy live music from Erin Cole-Baker with award-winning beer and great food at Sunriver Brewing’s Eastside Pub. 6-8pm. Free.

The Capitol 3rd Thursday Latin Night! 3rd Thursday Latin Night at The Capitol brings the hottest Latin spice to Bend! Beginning Salsa lesson at 7:30pm w/ Victoria of Bend Dance, then Salsa and Bachata hits from 8-10pm. Total newbies welcome! At 10pm DJ Cruz takes over with Reggaetón, Merengue, Cumbia and Banda! Bring your sexiness! Third Thursday of every month, 7:30pm-2am. $5.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Wood Belly with Skillethead Honest, soulful, and bearing a sound all their own, Wood Belly sprouted from the roots of bluegrass to notch a unique home in the broader Americana scene and continues to captivate audiences across the country. 8-11pm. $18.

22 Friday

Bend Poker Room Friday Night Poker Tournament Come on in for the Friday night poker tournament! $80 entry with unlimited rebuys for the first hour and an optional add-on for $40 at the first break. Patrons pay a $10 entrance fee. No money bet in any game is collected by the Bend Poker Room. 6-11pm. $80.

General Duffy’s Waterhole StatusFear and Superball- Epic Rock Show Epic end of summer rock show. Catch local bands, StatusFear and Superball as they bring their high energy rock energy to EPIC - music from the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s with a concert style you don’t want to miss. 6-10pm.

Hardtails Bar & Grill Stage 28 Karaoke

Come out for a night of Stage 28 Karaoke with your host Miss Min! What’s your go-to karaoke tune? Come to Hardtails for a fun Friday night and sing your heart out! 8pm-Midnight. Free.

High Desert Music Hall Alex Jordan and Friends Live Bring a friend for a very special night of live music featuring: Alex Jordan & Friends. Alex is a singer and multi-instrumentalist for all ages. 6:30pm. Free.

Hub City Bar & Grill Dj Music A night of music and dancing with a hardworking DJ making sure the party doesn’t stop. 9pm. Free.

Big E’s Sports Bar Karaoke Night Central Oregon’s most fun karaoke venue! Karaoke is hosted by A Fine Note Karaoke Too and DJ Jackie J. Delicious food and drink and a friendly staff. Come join the show where you are the star! 8pm. Free admission.

Come down to Silver Moon Brewing on Fri., Oct. 6, 7-10 pm to listen to hard-driving bluegrass originals and western swing with Blackstrap + Sharps and La Roche.

Courtesy Blackstrap and Sharps and La Roche Facebook

CALENDAR

M&J Tavern Big Treble Local trio brings the sounds and fun to the tavern once again that guarantee to keep your toes tapping and your body groovin'. 9pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Jah Yogi, Farmacy Dub; special guest JahDon A night of legit reggae and dub music. 7-10:30pm. $11.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Dayseeker After several years of hard-nosed touring throughout North America and Europe, Dayseeker offers up its expansive fourth LP, Sleeptalk, casting off the conventions of the post-hardcore genre. 8-11:59pm. $20.

23 Saturday

Bend Brewing Company Fall Concert Series

Fall Concert Series @ BBC! Saturdays throughout the fall Sept. 23 Brother Gabe and Friends, Oct. 7 Scribbled Rhymes, Oct. 14 Sleepless Truckers, Oct. 21 Amargoso 5-7pm. Free.

Boss Rambler Beer Club Oktoberfest

Join for Oktoberfest and the Hofbrah Fest Lager release. Live DJ, german food specials from Blue Eyes Burgers, authentic liter mugs, custom hats and a stein holding competition. Don your best Dirndls and Lederhosen because there will be prizes for best dressed! Noon-9pm. Free.

Bridge 99 Brewery Stage 28 Karaoke Come out for a night of all ages Stage 28 Karaoke with your host Miss Min! What’s your go-to karaoke tune? 6pm. Free.

Craft Kitchen and Brewery Comedy at Craft: Poly Poptart Poly Poptart has been featured in The NY Times and has performed coast to coast. Featuring: Steve Harber and Courtney Stevens. Hosted By: Tracy Rieder. 21+. Strong Content Expected. 8-9:30pm.

General Duffy’s Waterhole Lakeview

Honker Reconnect: General Duffy’s Enjoy live music and reconnect with your follow Lakeview Honkers. Surrounding Lake County communities are welcome. 6:30-10pm.

Hub City Bar & Grill Dj Music A night of music and dancing with a hardworking DJ making sure the party doesn’t stop. 9pm. Free. M&J Tavern RedHead Bombshell Turning up the pace for the weekend with a little bit hard and a whole lot of rock. This crew is going to turn it up to eleven! 9pm. Free.

Maragas Winery Maragas Winery - Live Jazz Live Blues and Jazz on Sat.- Sun. from 1- 4pm. Seating inside and outside on the patio and lawn. Visit our website for more details. 1-4pm. Free. Northside Bar & Grill The Cutmen 8-piece funk and jazz band. 8-11pm. Free.

The Rhythm Collective Latin and African percussion spices up this dynamic six piece band featuring some of the top musicians in Central Oregon. 6-8:30pm. Free.

Saturday Jazz Sessions The Rhythm Collective plays Latin Jazz, world beat, and funk. 6-8pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Fabo Live! Fabo is an Atlanta-born rapper, producer, singer, songwriter, recording artist, philanthropist and entertainer. Fabo is known for both his solo material and his involvement as a founding member and frontman in the group D4L, and has been made famous by his unique and unmatched style. 7pm. $30.

Sunday

The Astro Lounge Local Artist Spotlight This is a chance to listen to Central Oregon’s newest and upcoming local artists. They have earned their spot to perform a two-hour show, changing weekly, every Sunday. Support local top notch talent! 7-9pm. Free.

ROBERT MOORE

RICHAR D LOFFLER

MELANIE THOMPSON

CALENDAR EVENTS

Cascade Lakes Brewpub Live Music with Mari Come out for a performance by local artist, Mari. Enjoy your eats & drinks on the outdoor patio with music from Mari. Free and family-friendly, music will be playing from 5:30-7:30pm. Free.

Corey’s Bar & Grill Karaoke Sing your heart out at Corey’s! Grab friends and drinks for some Coreyoke. 9pm-Midnight. Free.

Maragas Winery Maragas Winery - Live Jazz Live Blues and Jazz on Sat.- Sun. from 14pm. Seating inside and outside on the patio and lawn. Visit our website for more details. 1-4pm. Free.

River’s Place Trivia Sundays at Noon Trivia Sundays at Noon, with UKB Trivia, at River’s Place. This is no ordinary contest, this is a live trivia game show. Bring your bunch and win gift card prizes for top teams! Indoor and outdoor seating available. Great food and drink options available. Noon-2pm. Free.

River’s Place Use’ta Do Old-School country roots and bluegrass! 6-8pm. Free.

River’s Place Use’ta Do Roots-country, bluegrass, pop and rock tunes. Always fun for everyone. 6-8pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Not’Cho Grandma’s Bingo Silver Moon is partnering with the YOUNI Movement to guarantee the best bingo experience in all of Central Oregon! Not’Cho Grandma’s Bingo is the OG of bingo, high energy bingo that promises to entertain from start to finish! 10am. Free/GA, $10/early entry.

Silver Moon Brewing Open Mic at the Moon Get a taste of the big time! Sign-up is at 4pm! Come check out the biggest and baddest open mic night in Bend! 5-8pm. Free.

Sisters Saloon & Ranch Grill Summer Sunday Nights at the Saloon Join us for Summer Sunday Nights at The Saloon on the patio! Free every week, and all ages are welcome. 6-8pm. Free.

Volcanic Theatre Pub Moon Hooch If any band is a poster child for turning the power of positive thoughts and intentions into reality, it’s the explosive horn-and-percussion trio Moon Hooch. They have gone from playing on New York City subway platforms to touring with the likes of Beats Antique, They Might Be Giants and Lotus! 8-11:59pm. $18.

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The Astro Lounge Musician’s Open Mic

Designed for musicians that create and make music, originals or covers. Pros to first-timers all welcome. Very supportive hosts and great listening audience. Guitars can be provided. Hosted by the Harris Blake Band. Nancy Blake and Danny guitar Harris. 8-11:45pm. Free.

Bevel Craft Brewing Seinfeld Trivia 3.0 It’s one of the most quoted TV shows at Bevel—and it’s a classic! If you’re a Seinfeld fan you—you gotta join! Themed attire is always encouraged and appreciated! Teams of 6 people max! Top three teams win Bevel gift cards! 6-9pm. Free.

Bridge 99 Brewery Trivia Mondays UKB’s live trivia game show is like no other. Team up to compete for gift card prizes! Brews, ciders, mixed drinks, pizzas and food truck options. Indoor and outdoor seating. 6-8pm. Free.

The Yard at Bunk + Brew Bunk and Brew Open Mic Monday Please join on Monday evenings from 6-8pm for Open Mic Monday in the Yard at Bunk and Brew. Guaranteed 3 songs/15 minutes. Covers or originals. Minors welcome. Food and beverage on site. Sign up at 5:30pm. As the evenings warm up we will go till 10pm. 6pm. Free.

On Tap Locals’ Day Plus Live Music Cheaper drinks all day and live music at night, get down to On Tap. 11am-9pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Beertown Comedy

Open Mic Enjoy Beertown Comedy Open Mic every Monday Night at Silver Moon Brewing! Sign-up starts at 6:30pm and closes at 7pm, when the show starts. They have 15, five minute spots available. 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Silver Moon Brewing Comedy Open Mic Comedy open mic every Monday at Silver Moon Brewing in the Green Room. Sign-ups at 6:30pm. Presented by Tease Bang Boom Productions. 7-8:30pm. Free.

Worthy Brewing Head Games Trivia Night Eat. Drink. Think. Win! Head Games multi-media trivia is at Worthy Brewing Co. in Bend every Monday. Win prizes. Teams up to six. 7-9pm. Free.

26 Tuesday

Music Night at The Cellar, Featuring Central Oregon Music & Musicians Grab a pint, sit back, relax and enjoy live music by Central Oregon musicians! Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, from 6-8pm at The Cellar! Fourth Tuesday of every month, 6-8pm. Free.

AVID Cider Co. Taproom Last Call Trivia

Get ready to stretch your mind with Last Call Trivia! Grab your team (or come join one), and head to Avid Cider for an array of categories and themes, while sipping on your favorite beverage. Free to play and prizes to win! 6:30-8:30pm. Free.

Cascade Lakes at 7th Street Live Music with Bill Powers Come out for live music on the Pavilion at the Cascade Lakes Pub at 7th Street. Local artist Bill Powers will play. Free and family-friendly. 6-8pm. Free.

Cascade Lakes Brewpub Live Music with Chiggi Momo Come to the Bend Brewpub for a free live performance from Chiggi Momo. Open to all ages, enjoy this performance on the patio with a cold one in hand. 6-8pm. Free.

The Cellar-A Porter Brewing Company

Shine Your Light (Open Mic) Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday at The Cellar. Sign-ups at 5:30pm. Hosted By: Zac. What better way to spend a Tuesday evening than to check out Bend’s local artist working on their passion or be one of those artist. All art welcome!

Fourth Tuesday of every month, 6-8pm. Free.

The Commons Cafe & Taproom Storytellers Open Mic StoryTellers open mic nights are full of music, laughs and community. Ky Burt is the host. Sign-ups start at 5pm sharp in the cafe, and spots go quick. Poetry, comedy and spoken word are welcome, but this is mainly a musical open mic. Performance slots are a quick 10 minutes each, so being warmed up and ready is ideal. 6pm. Free.

Worthy Beers & Burgers Head Games

Trivia Night Join for live multi-media trivia every Tuesday night. Win prizes. Teams up to 6 players. 7-9pm. Free.

MUSIC

Cascade Equinox Festival

Jam, and 4 Peaks Presents have teamed up to bring you the inaugural Cascade Equinox Fes tival, a three-day event held in Central Oregon. An amazing musical lineup paired with unique immersive experiences of visual and perfor mance art, workshops, kids activities, camping and carnival rides, make Cascade Equinox more than just a music festival. Alongside a curated selection of local wineries, breweries and restaurants and a market featuring unique nomadic and artisanal crafts set against the majestic landscapes of the Pacific Northwest High Desert, Cascade Equinox is an event not to be missed. Fri, Sept. 22, Sat, Sept. 23 and Sun, Sept. 24. Deschutes County Fairgrounds and Expo Center, 3800 SE Airport Way, Redmond. $59-$279.

Oktoberfest Celebration Celebrate German tradition with 3 live music acts, 3 contests, and German food Beer and wine. A portion of the $5 cover and food sales will benefit Bright Side Animal Shelter. Sponsored by Back Side kegs. Sept. 22, 2-8pm. Testimony Wine Bar, 307 NW 6 St., Redmond. Contact: 541-526-7979. testimonywine@gmail.com. $5.

PFLAG Central Oregon Presents Poi son Water and Friends

The iconic Poison and Friends will host a show featuring enter tainment beyond compare and live auctions. Each ticket includes a free voucher for Marco’s Taco. All profit goes to the Cliff Cook Memorial Scholarship. Tickets are online only Sept. 22, 6:30-10pm. Aspen Hall, 18920 Northwest Shevlin Park Rd., Bend. Contact: pflagcentraloregon. com. $25.

DANCE

4th Saturday West Coast Swing Dance Smooth and luscious, this isn’t your grandma’s swing! WCS is done to hip-hop, dirty blues, acoustic or late night R&B. No partner or rhythm needed! Every fourth Saturday! Beginning lesson with Victoria of Bend Dance at 7pm. 8pm is when the real dance starts! All are welcome! Fourth Saturday of every month, 7-11pm. Through Oct. 28. Sons of Norway Hall, 549 NW Harmon Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-410-0048. salsavictoria@yahoo.com. $15 lesson and dance, $10 just dance.

CHEFS CLASSES - WINE TASTING FESTIVALS - FULL MOON CANOEING EXCLUSIVE DINNERS - HIKING MOVIE PREMIERES - AND MORE!

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Collective Soul performs at Century Center on Thu., Oct. 5, 7-10 p.m.

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Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023

THE SPINNERS

The Spinners are one of the most iconic groups in R&B history. With a legacy spanning six decades, they will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame two days after this performance.

Monday, Dec. 4, 2023

MACY GRAY

An enduring R&B soul singer and actress, Macy’s distinctive raspy voice and vocal style earned her a Grammy for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.

POP / ROCK

Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024

LIVE FROM LAUREL CANYON

Live from Laurel Canyon reveals how musicians in a secluded L.A. neighborhood created a new style of American music – folk rock. Relive the songs and stories of the Mama and Papas, the Eagles, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Buffalo Springfield, Jackson Brown, Joni Mitchell, and more.

Sunday, Apr. 7, 2024

THE FABULOUS THUNDERBIRDS

For over 30 years, The Fabulous Thunderbirds have been the quintessential American band. Their barnburner hits “Tuff Enuff” and “Wrap It Up” were ‘80s soundtrack staples. Kim Wilson, co-founder and original member, fronts the group’s newest incarnation.

R&B COMEDY

Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024 BRIAN

REGAN

Critics, fans and fellow comedians agree: Brian is one of the most respected – and entertaining -comedians in the country. He’s built a 30-plus year career on the strength of observational, sarcastic, and selfdeprecating material.

Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023

SAMANTHA FISH

The award-winning singer/songwriter/guitarist brings extraordinary power to her self-expression, capturing her inner world in combustible riffs, visceral rhythms, and spine-tingling vocal work.

Sunday, Apr. 14, 2024

BOOKER T. JONES

The leader of the legendary Booker T and the MGs is a pillar of soul music. He is a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient and arguably the most famous Hammond B3 player in history.

Thursday, Apr. 11, 2024

SAIL ON: BEACH BOYS TRIBUTE

It’s time to park that “Little Deuce Coup” and go on a “Surfin’ Safari” to make “Good Vibrations” with those “California Girls”! Be honest: “Wouldn’t it be Nice” to have some “Fun, Fun, Fun” again?

Thursday, May 16, 2024

NEIL BERG’S 50 YEARS OF ROCK AND ROLL - PART 2

With cast members from Broadway’s most popular rock musicals, producer Neil Berg stages the songs and shares the stories of popular music that changed the world forever. This sequel show details rock music’s evolution from the ‘40s through the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s, culminating in the ‘80s.

Tuesday, Mar. 5, 2024

ANIMANIACS LIVE!

The voice actors of Yakko, Wakko, Pinky & The Brain perform songs from the Emmywinning animated show (created and produced by Steven Spielberg) live and accompanied by clips of favorite scenes from the beloved cartoon series.

AMERICANA/FOLK/COUNTRY

Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023

REV. PEYTON’S BIG DAMN BAND

“With his wife, Breezy, serving as a one-woman amen corner, and Max laying down the floppy bootstomp drums behind Peyton’s spiky, waspish steel slide guitar, the result is a peculiarly infectious blues crusade, touching on themes of money, morality and social responsibility.” – The Independent (UK)

Special guest: Portland’s roots rock trio, The Junebugs

Sunday, Mar. 3, 2024

TRAILBLAZING WOMEN OF COUNTRY

This multimedia production reveals how Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn and Dolly Parton used their popularity to inspire women worldwide.

Sunday, Mar. 10, 2024

SHE’S SPEAKING

She’s Speaking was co-founded by Oregon singer-songwriters Beth Wood (Sisters), Bre Gregg (Portland), and Kristen Grainger (Salem). Together with five additional female Northwest singer/songwriters, they celebrate International Women’s Week.

CELTIC

Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023

THE YOUNG DUBLINERS

Imagine Irish pub songs delivered with rock arena energy. “The Young Dubliners can be seen as Ireland’s answer to Los Lobos.” - Allmusic.com

Monday, Nov. 27, 2023

RHYTHM OF THE DANCE: CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

Celtic rhythms, precision dancing, an elaborate light show, and imaginative costumes combine to deliver a spectacular Christmas time kick-off.

Friday, Mar. 15, 2024

IRISH RAMBLING HOUSE

In yesterday’s Ireland, groups would “ramble” through their neighborhood, sharing songs, stories, jokes and dances with each other. Experience that joyful sense of community again.

Friday, Apr. 5, 2024

PAM TILLIS

The Grand Ole Opry member, multiple Grammy and CMA winner, and chart-topper (“Maybe It Was Memphis,” “Shake the Sugar Tree,” “Mi Vida Loca,” “Queen of Denial”) makes her Tower debut.

Sunday, Apr. 21, 2024

JENNER FOX BAND WITH

NATIONAL GUITAR – A TRIBUTE TO PAUL SIMON

The all-star band recruited from Pacific Northwest groups Polecat, Petty or Not and Skillethead headlined Sisters Folk Festival twice. National Guitar interprets the musical influence and contributions of Paul Simon from Garfunkel to Graceland.

Sunday-Monday, Apr. 28-29, 2024

WILLIAM FLORIAN

Former lead singer of the New Christy Minstrels, Florian presents timeless folk music hits in “Those Were the Days (Apr. 28) and recounts the songs of “The John Denver Story” (Apr. 29). Ticket includes onstage seating plus a drink and dessert.

Monday, Oct. 23, 2023

VIENNA BOYS CHOIR

One of the most famous choirs in the world, and one of its oldest, this adolescent chorale has been a fixture at Vienna’s Imperial Chapel for six centuries.

Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024

PEKING ACROBATS

For three decades, this troupe has redefined Chinese acrobatics. They perform daring maneuvers atop a pagoda of chairs, trick-cycling, juggling, and jaw-dropping gymnastics.

Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024

INTERNATIONAL GUITAR NIGHT

This new tour of six-string virtuosos brings together an Italian rocker, a Vietnamese classical guitarist, a Brazilian jazz player, and an Australian blues singer.

MOVIES

Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023

“FROZEN” SING-ALONG

Local choirs and vocal groups lead “Frozen” fans of all ages in live sing-alongs to the film’s songs. Come to this one-of-a-kind screening - costumes encouraged!

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Free Books & A Movie!

Friday, Sept. 22, 2023 “JUMANJI” (1995)

Friday, Jan. 19, 2024 “HARRY POTTER: CHAMBER OF SECRETS”

Friday, Mar. 8, 2024 “THE LORAX”

Friday, May 17, 2024 “THE JUNGLE BOOK” (2016)

HOLIDAYS

Community collaboration with:

Celebrate the holidays LIVE and LOCAL with family, friends and visitors at the Tower!

Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023

AARON MEYER: ROCK THE HOLIDAYS

Saturday-Sunday, Dec. 9-10, 2023

CENTRAL OREGON MASTERSINGERS: A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023

CENTRAL OREGON YOUTH ORCHESTRA: WINTER CONCERT

Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023

THE QUEEN’S CARTOONISTS: YULE LOVE IT!

Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023

PORTLAND CELLO PROJECT: UNDER THE MISTLETOE

Thursday-Saturday, Dec. 21-23, 2023

SWINGIN’ TOWER CHRISTMAS: SANTA’S BIG BAND!

Performance Sponsor: Harcourts The Garner Group

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The performances in this guide are presented by the Tower Theatre Foundation and reflect our vision of furthering Central Oregon as a dynamic hub of culture. The theatre is rented by film festivals, conferences, and nonprofits for an additional 150 events this season. Find the full schedule of events at towertheatre.org.

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Salsa Classes! Sexy, sassy salsa classes spice up the fall! Beginning class at 6:30pm for newbies and intermediate at 8pm, if you’re solid with the basics. Both are a 4-week series. Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm. Through Sept. 27. Bend Dance, SW Porcupine Dr., Bend. Contact: 541-410-0048. salsavictoria@yahoo.com. $50.

Soul in Motion Movement & Dance

Come move with what is moving in you, in community, putting a little more life in your life!! No experience necessary... guided and facilitated to support you to sink down from the chatter of your mind and into your body... inviting it take the lead. Mindful movement and dance... drop in. Wednesdays, 6-7:15pm. Continuum, A School of Shadow Yoga, 155 SW Century Drive, Suite 112, Bend. Contact: 541-948-7015. soulinmotionbend@gmail.com. $20.

Soulful Sunday Community Dance

Move, dance, connect and express a facilitated Soul Motion® Conscious Dance supporting you to move with what’s moving in you and in your community. Worshiping the present moment, curiosity, play, breath, and being together in dance. No experience necessary. All bodies welcomed, ages 16+ Sun, Sept. 24, 10-11:30am, Sun, Oct. 22, 10-11:30am, Sun, Nov. 19, 10-11:30am and Sun, Dec. 17, 10-11:30am. Continuum, A School of Shadow Yoga, 155 SW Century Drive, Suite 112, Bend. Contact: 541-948-7015. soulinmotionbend@gmail.com. $20.

FILM EVENTS

“Jumanji”-Film This event is in partnership with Dechutes Public Library, Assistance League of Bend. Assistance League of Bend will be in the lobby prior to the film to give away free books! Please register online for screening. Sept. 22, 6pm. Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541-317-0700. info@towertheatre.org. Free.

PRESENTATIONS + EXHIBITS

Indigenous Psilocybin Wisdom Event

Come learn from Laurencio Lopez Nunez, a master curandero from Oaxaca, who has practiced ancient healing modalities for decades. As psilocybin facilitation is legal in Oregon, come learn about the ancient way this medicine has been used safely and respectfully for millenia. Sept. 22, 5-7pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend. Contact: 541-668-1046. info@openspace.studio. $10.

Psilocybin Treatment 101: What it is and what it means for Central Oregon

Join for a discussion about how treatment can be and will be offered in Oregon. Beyond the hype of legalized magic mushrooms and psychedelic retreats, is a complex and highly regulated system of integrated mental health care. Sept. 21, 11am-1pm. Tetherow Resort Event Pavilion, 61240 Skyline Ranch Rd., Bend. Contact: 541633-7163. info@cityclubco.org. $29-$275.

WORDS

Exhibition on Screen: Vermeer-The Greatest Exhibition In the spring of 2023, the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam opened its doors to the largest Vermeer exhibition in history. The show sold out within days of going on sale. This film offers you the chance to experience the exhibition of the century on the big screen. Sept. 21, 7-8:30pm. Sisters Movie House, 720 Desperado Court, Sisters. Contact: 541-549-8833. inquiries@sistersmoviehouse.com. $16.

ARTS + CRAFTS

Date Night: Weld Together! Looking for a fun new date night idea? Come learn to Weld! You’ll learn to cut steel with a torch then try your hand at MIG welding, plus grind and polish and take your creations home with you. Ages 13+ welcome. No experience required. Sept. 22, 6-8pm. DIY Cave, 444 SE Ninth St. Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-388-2283. makeit@diycave.com. $99.

Filaments Traveling Show Central Oregon Community College’s (COCC) Barber Library is exhibiting a traveling show of juried woven art pieces, sponsored by the Weaving Guilds of Oregon (WeGO), on display now in its Rotunda Gallery through Nov. 8, with an opening reception from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 1. For gallery hours, visit cocc.edu/library. Sept. 6-Nov. 8, 10am-2pm. COCC Barber Library, 2600 NW College Way, Bend. Contact: 541-383-7237. Free.

Paint and Sip at Bevel Craft Brewing

Come join Kristen, a local artist ,as they lead you through an 11”x14” painting while you sip your favorite beverage! Price includes all of your supplies, and the first drink! Bring friends, family, date night, fun night, whatever night. No experience necessary to join! Sept. 21, 6:30-8:30pm. Bevel Craft Brewing, 911 SE Armour St., Bend. Contact: 541-972-3835. chalkedcreative@gmail.com. $48.

OUTDOORS + ATHLETIC EVENTS

Author Event: ‘A Diver’s Guide to the World’ An author event, featuring National Geographic and Beneath The Surface Media’s dive travel experts, Carrie Miller and Chris Taylor. Together they will present their new book, "A Diver’s Guide to the World." Stop by for a presentation, Q&A, and a tie-in to local waterways with DRC! Sept. 25, 4:30-5:30pm. Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe, 135 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-7492010. dudleysbookshopcafe@gmail.com. Free.

GiddyUp 5k/5miler Ranch Run Join at Pole Creek Ranch for the 2nd annual 5k or 5-miler ranch run! Run by the ranch animals including Bubbles the camel! Most incredible mountain views as you run on the ranch! Don’t miss the finisher party in the corrals with country band! Sept. 23, 9am-Noon. Pole Creek Ranch, 15425 McKenzie Hwy, Sisters. Contact: 971-409-8461. runsistersrun1@gmail.com. $39-$49.

Author Event: "So Long as It’s Wild" by Barbara Jenkins New York Time’s bestselling author, Barbara Jenkins, will host a meet and greet and book signing for her new memoir, "So Long as It’s Wild." Grab a drink and a copy of the book while you’re in! Sept. 26, 4:30-5:30pm. Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe, 135 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-740-2010. dudleysbookshopcafe@gmail.com. Free.

Author Event: "Find Yourself at Home" by Emily Grosvenor Join Emily Grosvenor, editor of Oregon Home Magazine, and Anne Mastalir, founder of Design Bar, to discuss “Find Yourself at Home: A Conscious Approach to Shaping Your Space and Your Life.” Sept. 21, 6:30-7:30pm. Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mount Washington Dr., #110, Bend. Contact: 541-3066564. julie@roundaboutbookshop.com. $5.

Writers Writing: Quiet Writing Time Enjoy the focus of a quiet space with the benefit of others’ company. This is an in-person program. Masks are recommended at all in-person library events. Bring personal work, read a book or answer emails. Come when you can, leave when you want. Free, open network WiFi available. Tuesdays, 1:304:30pm. Deschutes Public Library-Downtown, 601 NW Wall Street, Bend. Contact: 541-312-1063. paigef@deschuteslibrary.org. Free.

ETC.

Great American Beer Festival-Watch Party Starting at 9am, the GABF Awards unfold in real time on the big screen, while award-winning beers from a range of local breweries flow from the taps. After the viewing wraps at 11am, the local beer festival kicks off, where you can taste specialty brews from favorites like Deschutes, Bend Brewing Co, Immersion Brewing, Cascade Lakes Brewing and 10 Barrel. Live musical acts will carry us into the evening, and 10 Barrel will host a massive merch sale on-site throughout the day. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite wings in the annual “Wing Wars” blind tasting challenge! Sept. 23, 9am-7pm. 10 Barrel Brewing Co., 1135 NW Galveston Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-678-5228. Free.

Yoga, Hike and Brew

Join for an unforgettable guided tour and insider’s experience of Bend culture at Pilot Butte! Experience a grounding outdoor yoga class, a professional guided hike with history and culture of Central Oregon and a local craft beer. Reserve on their website. Mondays, 8-10am. Through Sept. 25. Pilot Butte State Park, Pilot Butte State Park, Bend. Contact: 503-888-3674. wildlandguidingcompany@gmail. com. $42. Join for an unforgettable guided tour and insider’s experience of Bend culture at Tumalo Park! Experience a grounding outdoor yoga class, a professional guided hike with history and culture of Central Oregon and a refreshing, local kombucha. Reserve on their website. Fridays, 8-11am. Through Sept. 29. Tumalo State Park, 64120 O. B. Riley Rd, Bend. Contact: 503-8883674. wildlandguidingcompany@gmail.com. $65. Join for an unforgettable guided tour and insider’s experience of Bend culture at Smith Rock! Experience a grounding outdoor yoga class, a professional guided hike with history and culture of Central Oregon and a local craft beer. Reserve on their website! Saturdays-Sundays, 8am-Noon Through Sept. 30. Smith Rock State Park, Terrebonne OR, Smith Rock SP, Terrebonne. Contact: 503-888-3674. wildlandguidingcompany@gmail. com. $95.

VOLUNTEER

Volunteer: Help Businesses Prosper!

Share your professional and business expertise. Become a volunteer mentor with SCORE in Central Oregon. The chapter is growing. Your experience and knowledge will be valued by both new and existing businesses in the community. To apply, call 541-316-0662 or visit centraloregon. score.org/volunteer. Fri, Aug. 26 and Ongoing. Contact: 541-316-0662.

Mentor a Child with an Incarcerated Parent- Fall Training This training will cover program policies, how to establish a mentor relationship, the impact incarceration has on families and communication skills. There is no cost to attend, but advanced registration is required. Light refreshments are provided. Sept. 23, 9am-12:30pm. Deschutes County Services Center, 1300 NW Wall St., Bend. Contact: 541388-6651. copy@deschutes.org. Free.

Maíre Ní Chathasaigh and Chris Newman play a breathtaking blend of traditional Irish music, bluegrass, baroque and striking new compositions. Now the duo brings its talent to Sunday Guitars on Sat., Oct. 14, at 7pm.

Courtesy Maire & Chris

SKI SWAP Skyliner

GUNG HO

By Armando Borrego

Comfort, Calm and the Music of the Cascades

What it’s going to be like camping at the inaugural Cascade Equinox Festival

The Cascade Equinox Festival, set to run from Sept. 22-24, boasts a diverse musical lineup that embodies the spirit of artistic exploration and creativity. From local talents to rising stars and established musicians, the festival promises a vibrant celebration of music's various sounds, styles and perspectives.

Josh Pollack, the festival’s communications director, is excited about the opportunity to showcase the wide array of talent within the area. “We were going for a varying and eclectic lineup,” said Pollack, “...and it kind of trickles down from there. From the food and music, to the art displays and crafts market, it really is a labor of love that’s focused on highlighting the community here.”

Yet, for those of us who have kept up with the latest national news, festivals can conjure up images of mudslides that plagued this year’s Burning Man Festival just last month, or cramped tent spaces with very little room to ensure privacy and protection. Pollack ensured that all patrons who want to stay in the heart of the festival will be safe and sheltered saying, “There’s a couple different options for staying on the grounds.”

We previewed some of the artists playing at the festival in an earlier story, so now, here’s a look at all the different ways to camp.

The Alpenglow Campground, a centrally located area on the festival grounds, provides a home base for anyone wanting to experience all the festival has to offer. The Samsara Village offers glamping amenities and spacious design, with 12-foot yurts designed to comfortably accommodate two people, providing festivalgoers with an attractive alternative to traditional camping shelters. Each yurt package includes a 12-foot yurt, a queen-size bed with sheets, comforter and pillows, two chairs, shelving, a hanging organizer, a nightstand, lights and one pass into the Alpenglow Parking Lot. Additionally, guests staying in yurts will have access to all Alpenglow Campground amenities such as daily yoga and meditation, phone charging stations, a shaded community space and a daily hosted happy hour.

Additionally, the festival offers Samsara Tent Packages, which include a 16-foot bell tent with full-size beds, sheets, linens, pillows, down comforters, a rug, throw blanket, towels,

low-wattage LED light/lantern, indoor table, camp chairs and one pass per tent into the Alpenglow Parking Lot.

Any festivalgoer that prefers to camp beside their cars, Cascade Equinox has got that covered, too! Car camping passes are available and can accommodate up to four people per car. It includes a 10'x30' space for setting up your car and campsite. Please be aware however, that the car camping pass does not include admission to the festival, which must be purchased separately.

The Cascade Equinox Festival welcomes all in the community, offering Live Sober Campgrounds. Here, campers commit to remaining sober during the event, creating a safe and supportive environment. The only difference between these campgrounds and regular ones is that no alcohol is allowed, ensuring a respectful atmosphere for all campers.

For those looking for a more traditional camping experience, complimentary walk-in camping is provided, located on a grassy field for easy accessibility to the festival grounds.

Lastly, for those festival lovers in an RV, bus, or larger vehicle, there are deluxe RV Passes available for purchase including a 10’x40’ space for six people, complete with power, sewer and water hookups.

Cascade Equinox Festival

Fri., Sept. 22-Sun., Sept. 24

Deschutes County Fairgrounds and Expo Center 3800 SE Airport Way, Redmond Cascadeequinox.com

$59-$279

Tent and Yurt packages available for purchase keep festival goers right in the heart of the Cascade Equinox Fest.

Photos courtesy Cascade Equinox Festival

Volunteer with Mustangs To The Rescue A local horse rescue seeking responsible, hard-working souls to assist with all aspects of horse care. Get a great workout, feel useful doing something meaningful and experience the healing energy of horses all at the same time! No experience necessary. Call and leave a message or email: 541-330-8943 volunteer@mustangstotherescue Ongoing. Mustangs To The Rescue, 21670 SE McGilvray Rd., Bend. Contact: 541-3308943. volunteer@mustangstotherescue.org.

GROUPS + MEETUPS

Bend YP Social Enjoy a beautiful fall evening with Bend YP at Waypoint Hotel! This month’s social will include plenty of time to network, as well as a short presentation on what’s happening in Bend’s Central District. Sept. 20, 5-7pm. Waypoint Hotel Bend, 1415 NE 3rd St, Bend. Contact: 541382-5792. jenng@bendchamber.org. $15-$25.

Educator’s Night Out Back-to-school night for adults! Central Oregon’s teachers and school administrators, paraeducators, teacher aides, content specialists and all educators are invited to network with community organizations to support and enhance their upcoming school year. Join in demonstrations and get take-home resources. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Free for all educators who RSVP. Sept. 21, 6-8pm. High Desert Museum, 59800 S. Highway 97, Bend. Contact: 541-3824754. info@highdesertmuseum.org. Free.

Redmond Chess Club Redmond Chess Club meets Tuesday evenings at the High Desert Music Hall in Redmond. Come join for an evening of chess! Everyone is welcome. Sets provided or bring your own. Contact Gilbert at 503-490-9596. Tuesdays, 6-9pm. High Desert Music Hall, 818 SW Forest Ave, Redmond. Contact: 503-4909596. raygoza_gilbert@yahoo.com. Free.

Toastmasters of Redmond Become a confident public speaker. Do you want to become a member of an organization that provides a safe and supportive environment to improve your public speaking skills? A place that fosters community, socialization and builds your self confidence. A place to have fun. Newcomers are supportively welcomed. Tuesdays, Noon-1pm. Church of Christ, 925 NW 7th St., Redmond. Contact: 541292-6177. garyae@gmail.com. $60 for 6 months.

FUNDRAISING

Pups on the Patio Join the party for a furry-friendly fundraiser benefiting Brightside Animal Center. Bring your four-legged friends to the pavilion and help make tails wag and hearts smile by supporting our friends at Redmond’s

Soil Builder Compost Giveaway This locally-produced compost enriches soil, conserves water, and promotes healthy plants. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your garden and support sustainability! Perfect for your garden’s needs and open to all. Aug. 21-Sept. 30, 7am4:30pm. Republic Services Deschutes Recycling Facility, 61050 SE 27th Street, Bend. Contact: 541-388-1910. chris.mangano@havasformula. com. Free.

FAMILY + KIDS

Bear Creek Elementary 60th Birthday Fun Run It’s time for a big milestone at Bear Creek Elementary School! Help celebrate Bear Creek’s 60th birthday! Put on your walking shoes, grab the family, and meet in the Bear Creek schoolyard for a one-mile run/walk. Free race entry for all! Sept. 22, 5:30-7:30pm. Bear Creek Elementary School, 51 SE Bridgeford Blvd., Bend. Contact: 541-355-1400. https://app. 99pledges.com/fund/bearcreekfunrun. Free.

Discover Nature Festival Join the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon for a free family event, Discover Nature Festival. Over 30 outdoor activities including a climbing wall, mountain bike lessons, Fire Trucks, nature arts and crafts, STEM activities, and more. All are welcome! Sept. 23, 11am-3pm. Alpenglow Park, 61049 Southeast 15th Street, Bend. Contact: 541383-5592. info@childrensforestco.org. Free.

Bend Pinochle Club Come join for Single Deck Pinochle on Thu., and Fri. afternoons. Please arrive by 11:30am as play begins at 11:45am. For additional info please call 541-3891752. 40 SE 5th Street, Bend. $5-non-members

FOOD + DRINK

Adult Class - Caribbean Cuisine Join this hands-on class where you will explore the flavors of Caribbean Cuisine. Each course will be paired with wine. Class runs on 9/22 from 5:30-9pm. Kindred Creative Kitchen, 2525 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Bend. Contact: 541-640-0350. kindredcreativekitchen@gmail.com. $95.

Locals’ Night with The Bluegrass

Collective Monday is the day to be at Silver Moon Brewing! Come on down and join the local family all day every Monday! Silver Moon offers $3 pints of the core lineup beers and $4 pours of the barrel-aged beers all day. Come down and sample what’s new while also enjoying the brand new food menu! Mondays. Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend.

Oregon Whiskey Festival Join to celebrate the exceptional whiskeys made in Oregon at the Oregon Whiskey Festival! This year they’re featuring 17+ distilleries from across the state, as well as food carts, live music, craft cocktails and free tours. Sept. 22, 5-8pm and Sept. 23, Noon-7pm. Oregon Spirit Distillers, 740 NE First St., Bend. Contact: 541-382-0002. hannah@ oregonspiritdistillers.com. $40.

Whiskey Tuesdays The Cross-eyed Cricket

Prenatal Yoga Classes Rejuvenate, relax and recharge as we move, breath and build community with other expectant moms! You’ll reduce common pregnancy discomforts and tensions, prepare your body for birth, improve your postpartum recovery and bring mindfulness to your daily life. All levels and stages of pregnancy are welcome. 6-week series. Saturdays, 10:30-11:45am. Through June 22. Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend. Contact: 541-241-3919. info@ freespiritbend.com. $125.

outdoor market with amazing, local, fresh prod ucts from Central Oregon. Wednesdays, 11am3pm. Through Oct. 11. Brooks Alley, downtown Bend, Bend. Contact: bendfarmersmarket@

Brasada Ranch- Fall Series

An experience that captures the heart and essence of the season with meticulously crafted dishes that pay tribute to the rich flavors and vibrant colors of fall. $10 from each adult dinner will be donated to the High Desert Food and Farm Alliance committed to providing affordable and high-quality nutritious food that is sustainably produced throughout the region. Sun, Sept. 24, 4-7pm, Sun, Oct. 1, 4-7pm and Sun, Oct. 8, 4-7pm. Range Restaurant and Bar at Brasada Ranch, 16525 SW Brasada Canyons Dr, Powell Butte. Contact: 844-234-9112. $20-Child/$60-Adult.

Watering Hole is offering exclusive access to a library of top shelf whiskeys every Tue. Oneounce pours for reasonable prices. Come by and try something new, or sip on your favorites! Tuesdays, 11am-11pm. Cross-Eyed Cricket, 20565 NE Brinson Blvd., Bend. Free.

HEALTH + WELLNESS

Death Cafe Eat tasty treats, drink tea and discuss death. Free of agenda or ideology, the aim is to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives. Facilitated by end of life doula, Cheryl Adcox. Ages 16+. No late admittance: entry is closed at 6:10pm Sept.

Sunday on the Green Community members volunteer their esoteric services including tarot, intuitive art, astrology, reiki and more in the spirit of community healing and spiritual connection. Please bring cans of food to donate to Neighbor Impact and enjoy services free of charge under the trees at Cosmic Depot! Sundays, 10am-2pm. The Cosmic Depot, 342 NE Clay Ave., Bend. Contact: 541-385-7478. cosmicdepot@msn.com. Accepting canned food for Neighbor Impact. The Vance Stance ® Fall 2023 Class Series Tired of being in pain? Not had lasting success with other efforts? Unhappy with the results of aging? Get to the root of why you are tight, crooked and standing and moving behind gravity, not in its flow. Learn to correct posture and enhance mobility in a new class series. Mondays, Noon-2pm and 6-8pm, Wednesdays, 6-8pm and Thursdays, Noon-2pm. Through Dec. 30. The Vance Bonner Studio, 21173 Sunburst Court, Bend. Contact: 541-330-9070. vancebonner@juno.com. $180.

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Bend’s own, The Rumpeppers, never cease to bring the party to every stage and every song. Catch the show on Fri., Oct. 6 from 7-10pm at Silver Moon Brewing.

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What to Eat in Bend and Beyond

Prawns in Prineville, salad at a brewery and other oddities to try when you want to eat like a local

By Sara Freedman

If you’ve read my articles over the past 20 years, you know I love to tell anyone who will listen my great-grandparents moved to Powell Butte in 1917, my Irish cousins started the D and D bar in the 1940s, and I survived the halls of Crook County High School in the 1980s. People always ask me what I like to eat around here. Read on for more of my favorites!

The bean dip at Hablo Tacos

The chicken tinga (adobo sauce with tomatoes and onions) added to the refried beans elevates this addicting dip. Enjoy a couple of Pacificos this fall in the outside dining hall, where you can pretend you are still on vacation rather than across the street from St. Charles.

The BLT at Sno-Cap Drive-In in Redmond

It might seem wrong to get a sandwich at a place known for cheeseburgers, but it’s harder than you think to find a good little BLT or club sandwich. Add a side of tater tots, fry sauce and an Eberhard’s milkshake and congrats, you’re eating like a local.

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By Nicole Vulcan

Greek, Out East

Great Greek Mediterranean Grill opens along Reed Market & 27th

The Caesar salad at Deschutes Brewery

Best enjoyed in the original bar where it’s dark and cool. Order extra of the tangy homemade dressing plus grilled chicken. And we’re lucky: we can get the sampler tray and taste on-site specialty beers anytime we want.

The jumbo prawns at Club Pioneer in Prineville

Is Club Pioneer one of the best restaurants in Central Oregon? Yes, it is! Back in the day, the restaurant was one room, and you got a relish tray and two bread loaves to start every meal. After dinner, you’d pick from a list of pies for only a dollar

more. The good old days! Gen Z will never know. The beer-battered jumbo prawns are still legendary, and worth the drive.

The Nashville chicken slider at Manzanita Grill food cart

Bigger than a traditional slider and smaller than a regular sandwich, this fried chicken slider is the perfect size. Love the sriracha honey aioli and tangy pickles, but the juicy chicken is the star of the show.

-Find What to Eat 1 and 2 for more recommendations.

-Sara Freedman has been writing about food in Central Oregon since 2003.

It wasn’t too long ago that the much-anticipated Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market opened its doors for east siders (and others) to enjoy.

Now, the business plaza that’s home to Cascade Lakes east is also home to a fast-casual Mediterranean grill.

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is now open at 61583 SE 27th Street, featuring “modern interpretations of traditional Mediterranean favorites,” according to a press release.

Husband and wife team Brian and Kristine Ellis are the owners of the Bend franchise.

“The pair has lived in Central Oregon for many years and is excited to share the restaurant’s homegrown recipes with the community they call home, expanding

availability to healthier dining options in the area,” according to a press release.

The menu items, all prepared in-house, include customizable options such as a Classic Greek Salad and Rice Bowls with the choice of gyro meat, salmon or other proteins. Other menu items include Feta Fries, Baklava Ice Cream and Rice Pudding. Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is a franchise with over 60 locations in the U.S. The new Bend location is open daily from 11am to 8pm.

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The Gyro Plate from Great Greek Mediterranean Grill.

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The Nashville chicken sliders at Manzanita Grill food cart.

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Four theatrical movies across two days

By Jared Rasic

Ihaven’t been to the movie theater in weeks (damn you, COVID), so this weekend I went to four flicks across Saturday and Sunday. I love the chaos of packing as many different movies into a short period of time as possible because I find that mainlining so many varied emotions and confronting myself with a multitude of cultures and unfamiliar experiences fills my mind in ways that teach me how to grow as a member of humanity. I’m not sure I gained something from each of the ones I watched, but I’m not sure I regret any of them, either. Let’s take a quick look at them.

“A Haunting In Venice:” As much as I thought the previous Kenneth Branagh Hercule Poirot films, “Murder on the Orient Express” and “Death on the Nile,” were entertaining but forgettable, I’ve still been looking forward to the third entry in the series, “A Haunting in Venice.” We don’t get these old fashioned, big-budget murder mysteries with giant casts and lush production values much anymore (aside from the far superior “Knives Out” franchise), so as long as Branagh keeps making them, I’ll keep going.

While “Haunting” adapts an entirely new tone of rain-soaked menace and possible supernatural horror across the watery byways of Venice, the mystery itself takes a backseat to the gorgeous visual language Branagh uses. Honestly, I think this is the strongest work he has done as a director since 1996’s “Hamlet,” as he packs “Haunting” with deliriously canted Dutch angles and a color palette

drenched in mood and a texture to the locations, which completely stands in opposition to the green-screened falseness of “Death on the Nile.” While the mystery didn't do much for me, I already want to see this again in IMAX to luxuriate in the actively astonishing visuals.

“The Nun II:” Whether you like “The Nun II” is dependent on how much you enjoy the rest of the movies in “The Conjuring” Universe. Across nine films and three separate franchises, the CU doesn’t really ever break formula; instead, each film bounces between jump scares combined with loud noises, everything stopping so a character can deliver the exposition about whatever lore is connected to that movie’s specific demon or ghost and then an extended climactic set piece where the creature is vanquished by the innocent yet flawed protagonists.

It’s cool. I like the formula and have greatly enjoyed some of the films in the “Conjuring” Universe (the original “Conjuring,” and “Annabelle: Creation,”) while thinking some were pretty terrible (the original “Annabelle” and “The Curse of La Llorona”). “The Nun II” is definitely (mother) superior to the first one, while still just being a fairly average horror movie. “The Pope’s Exorcist” was a much better Catholic horror film from earlier this year, simply due to the amazingly goofball Italian accent that Russell Crowe was attempting.

“Bottoms:” Just the concept of two high school lesbian nerds who start a fight club in order to hook up with

some cheerleaders is pretty classic, but the cast is stacked with such a murderers’ row of talent that even when some jokes don’t land and the plot falters, the actors carry everything with gusto. Seriously, between the always incredible Rachel Sennott, the rising star of Ayo Edibiri, a film-stealing Ruby Cruz and the sneakily great Havana Rose Liu and Kaya Gerber, a huge swath of the future of Hollywood is loaded into this movie.

“Bottoms” is very funny, dark as hell and delightfully and unapologetically queer, which gives it a leg up over most high school comedies. Honestly, it’s probably the best satirical take on high school since “Heathers” and easily the smartest comedy set in high school since “Mean Girls.” “Bottoms” is definitely a future cult classic that has moments of greatness sprinkled throughout some weird tonal issues and some inconsistent plotting, but those seem like minor problems coming from a movie this purely entertaining.

“Jules:” There’s a melancholy sense of longing that belies the charm of “Jules” that I wasn’t quite expecting from the trailer. What is ostensibly a comedy about an elderly man befriending the alien that crash-lands in his yard is also a bittersweet ode to aging gracefully. While the film is fairly slight, the three central performances of Ben Kingsley, Jane Curtain and Harriet Sansom Harris are so well developed and three dimensional that we genuinely want them to have a happy ending along with

their little silent alien they named Jules. Aside from the film’s deep lovely humanism, it also excels in being an absurd and sweet comedy about an alien and senior citizens that is completely aimed at audiences who would normally avoid movies with UFOs like the plague. It’s basically an entry level sci-fi comedy for people who say they don’t like science fiction, and anything that can expand people’s minds and get them out of their comfort zones (even if it’s just a little bit) is OK with me.

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The Juniper Paradox

Both iconic and beloved in Oregon’s high desert, western juniper is a fascinating, hardy species with a dual nature

By Gena Goodman-Campbell

Are juniper trees native or invasive?”

Over the course of my 16-year career working to protect and restore Oregon’s high desert, this is by far the question I am asked the most. And the answer is… both.

Western juniper is a native species that exists most extensively in Oregon and northern California, with smaller populations in Nevada, Idaho and southern Washington. In Oregon, western juniper is found mostly in the high desert — areas with an elevation of 2,0005,000 feet and a rainfall range of 9-14 inches per year. These gnarled, twisty juniper trees are emblematic of the high desert and play a key role in the ecosystem. They provide shelter for species such as mule deer and both nesting habitat and food for many species of birds, which can be observed gorging on juniper berries during the lean winter months.

Both iconic and beloved in Oregon’s high desert, western juniper is a fascinating, hardy species that can live to be thousands of years old. However, old-growth junipers are relatively rare. The vast majority of juniper trees found in central and eastern Oregon are under 100 years old, having sprouted during the last century when western juniper rapidly expanded their range due to human-caused land disturbances, fire suppression, the changing climate and other factors.

Some of the very characteristics that make juniper hardy survivors – living for thousands of years in some places – are the same factors that make them an invasive species in others. Not only do juniper trees outcompete native grasses and shrubs of the sagebrush steppe by intercepting sunlight and rain before it reaches smaller plants, but they actually excrete chemicals that act as a natural herbicide, killing or stunting the growth of other plants around them. And while juniper trees are naturally drought resistant, they possess both shallow lateral roots and deep taproots to suck up an enormous amount of water when it is available. Juniper expansion is disrupting the delicate balance of life in the desert by crowding out other native plants that treasured wildlife depend upon to survive.

Identifying Ancient Juniper Trees

You might be wondering, “How do I know if this is an ancient tree or an invasive tree?” Telling the difference is relatively straightforward. Though similar in height, old-growth juniper trees are easy to distinguish from young, invasive trees. The revered ancient junipers can be spotted by their rounded, twisting, asymmetrical shapes whereas young junipers are symmetrical and cone-shaped. Old-growth juniper has a beautiful reddish, furrowed bark with profuse florescent green lichen that cover their branches. These durable, perfectly adapted trees are even often found growing improbably in the middle of lava formations, an ability that has helped further their longevity by making them naturally fire resistant.

Located just 15 miles east of Bend, the Oregon Badlands Wilderness is a prime example of old-growth juniper woodland habitat where you’ll find some of the oldest trees in the state. In fact, the oldest known tree in Oregon is a juniper located just south of the Badlands where it has been growing for over 1,600 years.

The presence of both ancient juniper trees in need of protection and invasive junipers that are disrupting the balance of life in the desert means thoughtful, targeted

conservation and restoration tactics must be deployed in Oregon’s high desert to ensure the health and vitality of our wildlands, waters and wildlife.

Addressing Invasive Juniper

All across high desert landscapes in central and eastern Oregon, junipers have expanded into grasslands, aspen stands and wet areas along streams and rivers, crowding out native plants and reducing stream flows. Removing invasive trees from areas around springs and streams can increase the amount of water available to support native fish and wildlife, increase the diversity of native vegetation and bring the ecosystem back into balance.

Starting this fall, Oregon Natural Desert Association is leading volunteer projects to remove invasive juniper along small spring-fed streams in the Pine Creek Conservation Area, a conservation property in the John Day River Basin owned by the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. Volunteers will cut down small, invasive juniper, and these trees will then be reused to build in-stream structures that will slow the stream flow. As a result, more water can soak into the surrounding soil, dramatically improving habitat conditions and giving other streamside plants a chance to thrive. Juniper cutting and in-stream placement will set us up to have the water needed for future years when ONDA will plant more of the streamside trees and shrubs that help shade and cool the stream, such as willows, wild rose and chokecherry. These tree types also provide important food sources for wildlife and are culturally important plants for members of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs.

Whenever I come across an ancient juniper in my travels, I’m struck anew by awe and wonder at the enduring strength of juniper trees. And, I’m grateful to be part of a community of people who care about the well-being of our natural desert environment. I encourage everyone who is curious about the desert to join ONDA on a work trip and spend a little time caring for this endlessly intriguing landscape.

—Gena Goodman-Campbell is the stewardship director at Oregon Natural Desert Association, a nonprofit organization that protects and restores Oregon's high desert public lands and waters. Goodman-Campbell engages ONDA's community in hands-on restoration projects that improve desert habitat in key watersheds and migration corridors.

Above, ONDA Volunteers spend a day in the Oregon Badlands Wilderness taking part in essential stewardship and restoration work.

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Gena Goodman-Campbell

Middle right, The revered ancient junipers can be spotted by their rounded, twisting, asymmetrical shapes. Bottom, The Oregon Badlands Wilderness is a prime example of old-growth juniper woodland habitat. There you’ll find some of the oldest trees in the state.

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OUTSIDE Don’t Go Chasing Waterfalls Actually, yes go. Because Central Oregon has some epic ones!

By Roseann Dennery

It’s September. The crowds are thinning, the day-hike permits are ending, and the warm summer nights are lazily giving way to the crisp morning air. As school is in full swing and we indulge in all the pumpkin-flavored pastries we can stand, fall is the perfect time to explore Central Oregon. Because everyone loves a good waterfall, what better time is there to check out a few in the area?

Umbrella Falls and Sahalie Falls

This spot is in the Mt. Hood Wilderness, and offers a family-friendly “two for the price of one” enjoyment factor in just a few miles distance. The hike picks up near the Mt. Hood Meadows ski area, and in just under half a mile you’ll hit Umbrella Falls. This 60-foot cascading veil offers a scenic spot for a selfie on the wooden bridge. Keep on the same path and experience Sahalie Falls (not to be confused with the Sahalie Falls off the McKenzie-Santiam Highway, which understandably is confusing since they have the exact same name). There is a steep unofficial trail to the pool at the base of these falls, which will reward you with some solitude and a different vantage point if you don’t mind a slightly sketchy scramble back up.

Once you hit the road, be sure to pause and appreciate the beauty from the overlook and then head back. At under 4 miles, the hike won’t take all day, so why not head to the quaint town of Government Camp afterward and hit the Huckleberry Inn to enjoy a big plate of fries and “the world’s best huckleberry milkshake?” Don’t mind if we do.

Salt Creek Falls

This waterfall is undoubtedly a mustsee, boasting the title of the secondhighest waterfall in Oregon next only after the behemoth Multnomah Falls. About 15 minutes past Odell Lake, this waterfall is nestled under the towering

firs in the Willamette Forest near the town of Oakridge. Sure, it is more of a walk than a hike to get to the observation deck, but the sheer rushing drop and resulting mist offer a quick, yet awe-inspiring experience. For those desiring more effort, take the Diamond

Creek Falls trail that connects here and offers sweeping views of the Salt Creek Falls Canyon and even a lake along the way. If you’ve got a little time before the sun sets, (pro tip!) it’s worth a drive up the road to enjoy the McCredie Hot Springs for a post-hike soak. Heads up, the hot springs are clothing optional, so don’t say we didn’t warn you.

Tamanawas Falls

These falls offer a true “the journey is just as stunning as the destination” experience, as you take in that PNW beauty on the shaded, meandering trail next to the rushing Cold Spring Creek. Located in the Mt. Hood Wilderness, this is a lovely day outing for the entire family. The real wow factor comes after you’ve been hiking for a while and turn the corner to suddenly get taken aback by the utter grandeur of the falls just up ahead. The best thing about this spot is that you can have an up-close-and-personal experience, getting right in the water and wading around at the base of plunge pool. There is plenty of boulder scrambling and — bonus — a dry cave located behind the falls to explore. Plan to spend some time here taking in the scenery and a fancy picnic before heading back the way you came.

-Roseann Dennery is a writer and creative consultant. When she isn’t helping nonprofits tell the story of their work, she can be found sparking joy on all kinds of outdoor adventures in the PNW with her family of five. Follow her for more tips and inspiration @exploreitallfamily.

Everyone digs a cool waterfall, as the author, top right, and her happy family, can attest.

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Mutant Majesty

Flipping the beauty of dolls on its head

The ReGroup Thrift Store Warehouse is buzzing with anticipation as it prepares to host the much-awaited Mutant Doll Art Show. This event promises to be a celebration of artistic creativity and imagination like no other, featuring a diverse range of mutant dolls crafted by talented artists.

Bella Power-Mallory, longtime employee and first-time curator for the ReGroup Warehouse, expressed her excitement about the upcoming event, stating, "We are thrilled to present this show. We believe that the mutant doll is a powerful symbol of creativity and change. The show will be a fun and thought-provoking way to explore the human imagination.”

Scheduled for Oct. 1 at the ReGroup Warehouse, this unique exhibition is set to captivate audiences, featuring a diverse array of mutant dolls forged from the fires of imagination. From traditional rag dolls to renegade masterpieces crafted using found objects and recycled materials, these artists are on a mission to push boundaries and defy artistic norms.

One distinctive aspect of the show is that all the dolls must be designed to hang from above, creating an immersive and visually engaging experience for attendees. Power-Mallory says the idea came from a rite-of-passage for new employees at ReGroup Thrift. “New hires are encouraged to make a doll that speaks to who they are, and we hang them in the store,” Power-Mallory explained, “...customers loved the idea and so we wanted to offer the opportunity to the public.”

The Mutant Doll Art Show will kick off with an opening reception from 6-8

pm at the ReGroup Warehouse. Following this, the dolls will be moved to the ReGroup Thrift Store, where they will continue to be showcased through out the entire month of October, with the show concluding on Oct. 31.

For those craving a taste of the unset tling or needing a nudge of inspiration, the ReGroup Warehouse will host a $5 workshop on Sept. 30, from 1-4pm. This hands-on class will include dolls, toys, stuffed animals, glue guns and more to fuel the artistic fire in anyone. It's worth noting that participation in the show is not mandatory, “You don’t have to show your doll,” Power-Mallory assured me with a laugh. “It's just a fun workshop experiment, and we’ve been spending a lot of time finding pieces of costumes for the dolls and throwing around ideas that can be added to the show,” she continued.

“I would love to see people who want to get involved and want to show their work but don't know how to start that process. Sometimes it can be scary to try and get your art in an exhibit, I just want this show to maybe help with that,” she offered.

Artists of all skill levels are encour aged to participate. There is a $5 entry fee to submit your work to the show. Submissions must be received by Sat., Sept. 30, at 5 pm.

Mutant Doll Art Show Sun., Oct. 1, 6-8pm

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Employee-made dolls like these are the inspiration for the art show.

Bella Power-Mallory

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From bratwursts to weiner dogs, a roundup of steinhoisting events this season

By Brian Yaeger

It’s been 213 years since the marriage of Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen. While you weren’t invited to the wedding, the anniversary is better known today as Oktoberfest. Some 6 million people will fill the tents and bierhalls of Munich from mid-September through early October. Somewhat confusingly, the primary beer style for the celebration is called Märzen, which translates to March. That’s because when the royal wedding took place in September, and no way were beer-loving Germans going to party without beer, they had to tap into the reserves that had been lagering (storing) in caves since spring, given that in the days before refrigeration, you simply couldn’t brew beer throughout the summer lest it spoil, so the beer you were able to enjoy in early fall actually came from… March. One thing that isn’t remotely confusing is that Oktoberfest is simply a party.

the area’s oldest (since 2005), featuring the annual release of McMenamins Oktoberfest (5.42%) from 1-11pm that begs for a big glass boot to hoist and sway to the live music. While the usual Deadhead fare remains, also gobble up all the yummy bratwursts, sauerkraut, German potato salad, and, in lieu of giant pretzels, pretzel rolls.

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Boss Rambler will transport patrons to Munich via offering full liter mugs of its new HofBrah Festbier and will also host a stein-holding competition during its Noon-9pm fest. Contenders take note: the world record is 29, which translates to over 156 pounds of beer and glass. Also note, the winners (there’s a men’s and women’s comp) win a ceramic stein. TBD whether it comes full, but let’s all hope they’ll be full. Can’t lift that many steins? You can still win a gift card for best-dressed herr or frau.

Sept. 30 Oktoberfests

Märzens are autumn-colored lagers marked by toasty maltiness with lingering Nobel hops. Festbiers can also be lighter in color and body, which is good if you’re downing them by the masskrug (liter mug). But here in the PNW, it’s also the start of fresh hops beer season, so hoist your steins of festbiers or fresh beers (or pumpkin beers if you like; no one’s judging). Don’t forget to don your lederhosen or your dirndl (and don’t leave your kinder at home because Oktoberfest is a family affair). Also, whether you drink nine or none, always do the chicken dance with gusto, or, if you luck out, someone named Gustav.

Sept. 23 Oktoberfests

Van Henion Brewing is Bend’s German-forward lager brewery that, just over a year old, gets to throw its first (and by no means last) Oktoberfest from Noon-9 p.m on Sept. 23. Van Henion even released a new Festbier (5.5%) for the occasion and the season. In addition to this new release and other Germanic classics like its Kolsch and Helles, there will be appropriate beers from seven guest breweries, live music from 4-6 p.m., and so many pretzels and more.

By virtue of being Bend’s fifth-oldest brewery since 2004, McMenamins Old St. Francis School Oktoberfest is one of

Downtown Bend hosts its Oktoberfest with all the pageantry of fall in Bavaria. Like weiner dog races! Tricycle races! And a yodeling contest! Three breweries officially participate: Worthy Beers & Burgers essentially converts to Worthy Beers & Brats (and pretzels) as well as hosts its own stein-holding competition. On Bond, Kobold Brewing holds a Hammerschlaggen hourly from 4-9 p.m. A whatschlaggen? How this hasn’t caught on outside the Midwest, where plenty of German-Americans still live, is beyond me. Forget corn hole or darts, hammerschlaggen is a contest to see who can drive nails into a tree stump — or some other piece of wood — the fastest. You don’t even have to BYO hammer. And Bend Brewing Co.’s beer garden oompas to life with German music and food as well as steins for sale.

GoodLife Brewing’s celebration that officially takes place on the 30th but the beer and food specials and festive vibe last through Oct. 7, when neighboring German pub Prost gets in on the action as well. Last year, GoodLife unveiled its new Märzen to complement other fest-appropriate beers such as its classic Bavarian Helles Lager, and German pils, and, of course, a fresh hop beer, in addition to imported German beers and wines. Oans, zwoa, drei…g'suffa.

Crossword “Forgo”

THE REC ROOM

By Brendan Emmett Quigley

1. Leave off 5. Take down a notch 10. Othello piece 14. ___ My Professors

15. Spotify rival

16. Religious liberty org.

17. Adderall target, briefly

18. Insult some rapper's backing track?

20. Muumuu's necklace

21. Stage time?

22. Overhead cost

23. Fool around with your deer?

28. There are 88 on a piano

29. Women in habits

30. Consumed

33. Gorsuch's colleague

35. Fireplace stuff

36. Inflatable bed company

37. Policy of playing only current stars like Zach Bryan and Morgan Wallen?

40. Joie de vivre

41. They always land on their feet

42. "He beat me!"

43. Pallid-looking

44. Bash on CNN

45. Not for the ladies

46. Oversee Lauren Conrad's reality TV show?

50. "Here, My Dear" singer Marvin

52. Pint in a pub

53. Lubrication need

54. "Let's see your cannonball, honey!"?

58. "Well, natch!"

59. "Night" author Wiesel

60. ___ Villa (England soccer club)

61. Engage in portion control

62. "Keep it to yourself," initially

63. New Mexico's state flower

64. Comes to a conclusion

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1. Toothbrush brand

2. Tyler Perry in drag character

3. Volunteer's phrase

4. Coach Beard's boss

5. Diet doctor

6. Cruise through an entire series

7. Shakespearean stink

8. Biological baglike structure

9. Wapiti

10. "Doctor Who" robot

11. Google Drive's triangle, e.g.

12. Job opening

13. Curve one's hands, say

19. Rainbow shapes

21. Cheering on words

24. Board

25. Show contempt for

26. Bay floats

27. Law ___ oneself

30. Iron carrying protein in red blood cells

31. Harmonia's father

32. "I wouldn't"

33. Once more from the top

34. Actress Tung of "The Sumer I Turned Pretty"

35. Place for a paper

36. Two-time candidate Stevenson

38. Org. overseeing the FBS

39. Supple

44. Consider

45. "Single Soon" singer Gomez

46. Goingcrazyandbouncingoffthewallslikethis (AAAARGH!)

47. Rack and ruin

48. Was

49. Buttonholes, e.g.

50. Bird on a dock

51. Surrounded by

54. ___ propulsion

55. "I'm so glad!"

56. Baton Rouge sch.

57. Like Orajel and Tagamet: Abbr.

58. Ben Jonson wrote one to himself

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A P R I C O T M E exactly once.

The highlighted letters read left to right and top to bottom will complete the quote: “There comes a day each September when you wake up and know the summer is over and fall has arrived. The slant of the sun looks different and something is in the air--a coolness, a hint of frosty mornings to follow. I woke early on the morning of September 24 and reached for a

The highlighted letters read left to right and top to bottom will complete the quote: “There comes a day each September when you wake up and know the summer is over and fall has arrived. The slant of the sun looks different and something is in the air a coolness, a hint of frosty mornings to follow. I woke early on the morning of September 24 and reached for a w_________.”

- Ann Rinaldi, Time Enough for Drums

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The highlighted letters read left to right and top to bottom will “There comes a day each September when you wake up and know and fall has arrived. The slant of the sun looks different and something coolness, a hint of frosty mornings to follow. I woke early on 24 and reached for a w_________.”

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Ann Rinaldi, Time Enough for Drums

- Ann Rinaldi, Time Enough for Drums

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“He has a heart of gold… only harder.”

- Dorothy Parker

— Dorothy Parker

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ASTROLOGY

By Rob Brezsny

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): " These are the bad facts," says author Fran Lebowitz. "Men have much easier lives than women. Men have the advantage. So do white people. So do rich people. So do beautiful people." Do you agree, Virgo? I do. I'm not rich or beautiful, but I'm a white man, and I have received enormous advantages because of it. What about you? Now is a good time to tally any unearned blessings you have benefited from, give thanks for them, and atone by offering help to people who have obtained fewer favors. And if you have not received many advantages, the coming months will be an excellent time to ask for and even demand more.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): My favorite creativity teacher is author Roger von Oech. He produced the Creative Whack Pack, a card deck with prompts to stimulate imaginative thinking. I decided to draw one such card for your use in the coming weeks. It’s titled EXAGGERATE. Here's its advice: "Imagine a joke so funny you can't stop laughing for a month. Paper stronger than steel. An apple the size of a hotel. A jet engine quieter than a moth beating its wings. A home-cooked dinner for 25,000 people. Try exaggerating your idea. What if it were a thousand times bigger, louder, stronger, faster, and brighter?” (PS: It's a favorable time for you to entertain brainstorms and heartstorms and soulstorms. For best results, EXAGGERATE!)

SCORPIO (Oct. 23Nov. 21): If you buy a bag of popcorn and cook it in your microwave oven, there are usually kernels at the bottom that fail to pop. As tasty as your snack is, you may still may feel cheated by the duds. I will be bold and predict that you won’t have to deal with such duds in the near future—not in your popcorn bags and not in any other area of your life, either literally or metaphorically. You’re due for a series of experiences that are complete and thorough and fully bloomed.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Writer George Bernard Shaw observed that new ideas and novel perspectives "often appear first as jokes and fancies, then as blasphemies and treason, then as questions open to discussion, and finally as established truths." As you strive to get people to consider fresh approaches, Sagittarius, I advise you to skip the "blasphemies and treason" stage. If you proceed with compassion and good humor, you can go directly from "jokes and fancies" to "questions open to discussion." But one way or another, please be a leader who initiates shifts in your favorite groups and organizations. Shake things up with panache and good humor.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Novelist and astrologer Forrest E. Fickling researched which signs are the worst and best in various activities. He discovered that Capricorns are the hardest workers, as well as the most efficient. They get a lot done, and they are expeditious about it. I suspect you will be at the peak of your ability to express these Capricornian strengths in the coming weeks. Here’s a bonus: You will also be at the height of your power to enjoy your work and be extra likely to produce good work. Take maximum advantage of this grace period!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The British band Oasis has sold over 95 million records. The first song they ever released was "Supersonic." Guitarist Noel Gallagher wrote most of its music and lyrics in half an hour while the rest of the band was eating Chinese take-out food. I suspect you will have that kind of agile, succinct, matter-of-fact creativity in the coming days. If you are wise, you will channel it into dreaming up solutions for two of your current dilemmas. This is one time when life should be easer and more efficient than usual.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): "When sex is really, really good," writes Piscean novelist Geoff Nicholson, "I feel as though I’m disappearing, being pulverized, so that I’m nothing, just particles

of debris, smog, soot, and skin floating through the air." Hmmmm. I guess that's one version of wonderful sex. And if you want it, you can have it in abundance during the coming weeks. But I encourage you to explore other kinds of wonderful sex, as well—like the kind that makes you feel like a genius animal or a gorgeous storm or a super-powered deity.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): So it begins: the Building and Nurturing Togetherness phase of your astrological cycle. The next eight weeks will bring excellent opportunities to shed bad relationship habits and grow good new ones. Let’s get you in the mood with some suggestions from intimacy counselors Mary D. Esselman and Elizabeth Ash Vélez: "No matter how long you’ve been together or how well you think you know each other, you still need to romance your partner, especially in stability. Don’t run off and get an extreme makeover or buy into the red-roses-and-champagne bit. Instead, try being kind, receptive, and respectful. Show your partner, often and in whatever tender, goofy way you both understand, that their heart is your home."

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): From May 2023 to May 2024, the planets Jupiter and Uranus have been and will be in Taurus. I suspect that many Taurus revolutionaries will be born during this time. And yes, Tauruses can be revolutionaries. Here's a list of some prominent rebel Bulls: Karl Marx, Malcolm X, activist Kathleen Cleaver, lesbian feminist author Adrienne Rich, Vietnamese leader Ho Chi Minh, artist Salvador Dali, playwright Lorraine Hansberry, and dancer Martha Graham. All were wildly original innovators who left a bold mark on their cultures. May their examples inspire you to clarify and deepen the uniquely stirring impact you would like to make, Taurus.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Gemini writer Joe Hill believes the only fight that matters is "the struggle to take the world’s chaos and make it mean something." I can think of many other fights that matter, too, but Hill’s choice is a good one that can be both interesting and rewarding. I especially recommend it to you in the coming weeks, Gemini. You are poised at a threshold that promises substantial breakthroughs in your ongoing wrangles with confusion, ambiguity, and enigma. My blessings go with you as you wade into the evocative challenges.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Author Crescent Dragonwagon has written over 50 books, so we might conclude she has no problem expressing herself fully. But a character in one of her novels says the following: "I don’t know exactly what I mean by 'hold something back,' except that I do it. I don’t know what the 'something' is. It’s some part that’s a mystery, maybe even to me. I feel it may be my essence or what I am deep down under all the layers. But if I don’t know what it is, how can I give it or share it with someone even if I wanted to?" I bring these thoughts to your attention, Cancerian, because I believe the coming weeks will be a favorable time for you to overcome your own inclination to "hold something back."

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In her book Undercurrents: A Life Beneath the Surface, psychologist and author Martha Manning says she is more likely to experience epiphanies in "grocery stores and laundromats, rather than in the more traditional places of reverence and prayer." She marvels that "it's in the most ordinary aspects of life" that she is "offered glimpses of the extraordinary." During these breakthrough moments, "the baseline about what is good and important in my life changes." I suspect you will be in a similar groove during the coming weeks, Leo. Are you ready to find the sacred in the mundane? Are you willing to shed your expectations of how magic occurs so you will be receptive to it when it arrives unexpectedly?

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THE MEDICINE CABINET WITHIN THE WISDOM OF FEVER

By Joshua Phillips

Editor’s note: With an uptick in upper respiratory infections and COVID in recent weeks, Dr. Phillips is re-running this previous version of his column.

With seemingly endless options of over-the-counter medications readily accessible, it’s easy to reach for something to try to manage just about any symptom the body can create. The seasonal colds and flus that are so common this time of year always come with discomfort, and it is tempting to reach for a pain reliever or anti-inflammatory medication to ease the suffering.

One of the most common experiences with seasonal viral infections, especially for kids, is for the body to develop a fever. Body and muscle aches, headaches, chills and general discomfort almost always accompany this rise in body temperature, so naturally we want to do whatever we can to alleviate this suffering — particularly when we see our kids struggling.

Why does the body create fever? Our intricate and amazingly complex immune systems perform like an orchestra, with many different play ers working together to address viruses and bacteria in the body. The body’s creation of fever is a very intelligent and wise adaptive response that sets into motion a cascade of immune cells and biochemistry designed to fight an infection and bring the body back to health.

A temperature between roughly 100 and 103 degrees is a very effective temperature range for the body to fight infection. White blood cells, your front-line immune defenders, are much more efficient and effective at eliminating microbes at higher temperatures. The heart beats faster with a fever, which also moves immune cells around the body quicker. Further, bacteria and viruses would much prefer the incubator of 98.6 degrees (normal body temperature) and do not do as well at higher fever temperatures.

It is ironic that even though research has supported this biological reality in many studies over the years, providers continue to recommend fever-suppressing drugs like acetaminophen (Tylenol) to bring a fever down as soon as it develops. Just like concerned parents, I think it’s a well-meaning attempt to alleviate discomfort and suffering, but is nevertheless suppressing one of the body’s most ancient and intelligent mechanisms for self-healing.

In my years of treating kids and families, I have noticed a pattern of outcomes when the body is allowed to have its normal fever response versus when medications are used to suppress

fever. While fever-suppressing meds might offer some relief from the discomfort that comes with the process, it is all too common for the infection to drag on longer, taking more days for the body to work through the process to resolution. With acetaminophen use during infection, it is not uncommon for symptoms of sinus congestion, cough, plugged ears, mucous and phlegm, and general malaise to take more time to clear up.

A note on COVID: Over the last few years, I have cautioned patients about the use of Tylenol (or other acetaminophen-containing medications) during this infection. During the heaviest Delta-variant wave, I noticed some of the worst outcomes and disease progression in patients who were over-using Tylenol to alleviate discomfort.

Many went on to develop COVID pneumonia or other serious respiratory issues, and almost all would experience a lengthier infection process.

An October 2021 study reviewing the cases of 524 patients concluded that those who were exposed to acetaminophen had, “significantly higher odds of being triaged to higher levels of care,” experiencing overall worsened outcomes. Those exposed to the most acetaminophen had longer hospital stays, higher mortality rates and higher risk of requiring ventilator support.

Without the use of fever-suppressing medications, what can be done to support the body through an uncomfortable seasonal viral infection? From a holistic medicine perspective there are many options including vitamins and nutrients, herbal and homeopathic medicines, and basics like getting rest and sleep, eating well and avoiding sugar, while staying well-hydrated.

As far as fever goes, a simple Epsomsalt bath, full of magnesium, is helpful for alleviating muscle aches and discomfort. Very simple cold compresses on the head and neck feel great, and if the fever is high, the bathwater can be made to a more lukewarm temperature.

Above all, trust the innate wisdom of your body, whose many intelligent mechanisms for healing — including fever, are always working to bring your body back to a place of balance and health.

-Joshua Phillips, ND is a naturopathic physician and director at Hawthorn Healing Arts Center in Bend. As always, this article is not intended as medical advice, but for informational purposes only. Health concerns should always be addressed with the support of your health care provider.

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Our Surrounding Towns

As the popularity of Bend continues to soar, many prospective homebuyers are finding themselves priced out of the city’s real estate market. Fortunately, Bend’s surrounding towns such as La Pine, Prineville, Terrebonne and Crooked River Ranch are emerging as attractive alternatives for those seeking more affordable housing options.

Nestled south of Bend, La Pine is often considered the “Gateway to the Cascades” due to its proximity to the Cascade Range and its abundant natural beauty. For those drawn to the outdoors, La Pine offers an array of recreational activities, from hiking and fishing to snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.

Housing prices in La Pine tend to be more budget-friendly, making it an appealing option for homebuyers seeking more space for their dollar. In addition, La Pine has a close-knit community that embraces a slower pace of life.

East of Bend lies Prineville, a town steeped in the history of the American West. Known for its rugged landscapes and wide-open spaces, Prineville is an appealing option for those who desire a more rural lifestyle while still within a reasonable commuting distance from Bend. The real estate market in Prineville has gained attention for its affordability and availability of larger lots and acreage. The charm of Prineville extends beyond its affordability; it embraces its western heritage, offering rodeos, historic downtown architecture and easy access to the scenic Ochoco National Forest.

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Real Estate in Terrebonne includes a variety of housing choices from single-family homes to acreage properties, often at a lower cost than in Bend. Additionally, the town’s proximity to Smith Rock provides residents with easy access to world-class rock climbing, hiking and wildlife viewing.

Located in the high desert terrain, Crooked River Ranch offers a unique blend of country living not far off the beaten path. This unincorporated community sits on the banks of the Crooked River and is known for its picturesque landscapes and outdoor recreation.

The real estate market in Crooked River Ranch is particularly attractive to budget-conscious buyers. There, you can find homes on spacious lots and even ranch properties at a fraction of the cost compared to Bend. The tranquility of the area, coupled with its proximity to both the Crooked River and Deschutes River, makes it a perfect choice for those seeking some affordable “elbow room.”

While Bend (and Redmond) may remain the crown jewel(s) of Central Oregon, surrounding towns offer a compelling alternative for those looking to invest in less expensive real estate without sacrificing the region’s natural beauty and quality of life. As the demand for these towns continues to grow, they are becoming more than just bedroom communities; they are emerging as lively and affordable destinations in their own right, enriching the cultural and economic landscape of Central Oregon.