2015 Official Visitors Guide for Central Oregon by Visit Central Oregon

Crooked River Ranch · La Pine · Madras · Maupin · Mt. Bachelor · Prineville · Redmond · Sisters · Warm Springs

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Official Visitors Guide 2015

CUISINE

WorldRenowned Breweries GOLF

Home to Three of America's Top 100 Courses

TOP 10

Best Hikes A Local's Guide with Adventures for Everyone p.17

RESORTS

Plan Your Romantic Getaway

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MIKE HOUSKA

Golden Lake (this image and on the cover) Many photogenic creek crossings and lakes such as this reflect stunning Cascade peaks throughout Central Oregon.

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17 Hiking

Dining

99 Culture

Inside Regional Musts 7 Sunriver 8 Bend 16 Events Calendar 28 Summer Outdoors 32 Golf Guide 45 Winter Adventure 51 Ski Almanacs 54 Lodging 61 Resorts 66 Meetings 74 Dining 81 Shopping 91 Arts & Culture 99 Spas 105 Visitor Info 111 Area Map 122

Welcome to Central Oregon. Here you'll find some of the finest places for paddling, hiking, golfing and dining al fresco in the summer. In winter, the high desert turns into a snowy playground with skiing, snowboarding, sledding and ice skating. It doesn't hurt that, whatever the season, this area

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is home to some of the country's top craft brews, unique

Golden Lake (at left as well as on the cover). Hike there along the Three Creek Lake trail sixteen miles south of Sisters for wonderful volcanic scenery, alpine lakes and wildflowerfilled meadows. For more of the best hikes of Central Oregon, see page 17.

boutiques for tax-free shopping, world-class restaurants and accommodations to please every lifestyle and budget.

Photos by Mike Houska

The 2015 Official Central Oregon Visitors Guide is published by the Central Oregon Visitors Association (COVA). While every effort has been made to provide up-to-date information, the publisher assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of its contents. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without express written permission of the publisher. For further information, contact COVA at 57100 Beaver Drive, Bldg 6, Suite 130, - P.O. Box 4489, Sunriver OR 97707, 800-800-8334. Or visit us online at visitcentraloregon.com. Visitors Guide produced by 1859 Media, LLC, publishers of 1859â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Oregon's Magazine, 1859magazine.com. Printed in the U.S.A. ÂŠ2015

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Regional Musts Âť Mt. Sunriver Bachelor 825 Bend 16 Hoodoo 25 Sisters 24 Get Outdoors 25 Redmond 25 Mt. Bachelor 25 La Pine 25 25 Hoodoo River Canyon Country 26 Get Outdoors 25 Events Calendar 28 Mt. Bachelor 25

Hoodoo 25 Get Outdoors 25 Mt. Bachelor 25 Hoodoo 25 Get Outdoors 25

E xperience

America's coolest desert towns are right here. In every corner, vibrant, hip and charming small towns exude a playful mountain culture amid a landscape that holds every possibility for adventure. Start planning your best getaway ever.

Smith Rock, one of Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 7 Wonders Hiking along the Crooked River at Smith Rock State Park, known worldwide for its stunning rock formations that attract climbers and hikers of all levels. Details, page 17.

TYLER ROEMER

Sparks Lake Name of Location

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Natural Idylls In Sunriver, the bluest skies frame land sculpted by millions of years of volcanic action, creating the ultimate outdoor playgroundâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;just for you.

Horseback riding from Sunriver Stables

Crosswater

Get on the Green Sunriver Resort's four courses created by world-renowned designers are national standouts, all with bent grass greens.

Crosswater—Designed by Bob Cupp, Crosswater is an 18-hole heathland-style course situated on 600 magnificently scenic acres of woodlands and carefully preserved wetlands featuring spectacular river scenery. Meadows—This 18-hole course and 9-hole putting course has tremendous variety and aesthetics of courses from the 1920s and '30s. Designed by John Fought, it has been the venue of USGA and NCAA golf championship tournaments. Woodlands—Robert Trent Jones Jr. is the mastermind of this 18-hole championship course, which won the Golf Magazine Gold Medal Resort Award. Caldera Links—This 9-hole course lets you perfect skills or introduce the kids to golfing on tour-quality greens. Exclusively for Sunriver Resort guests, Caldera Springs homeowners, and Crosswater Club members.

Sunriver

Paradise found ...Sunriver

unriver has long been known as a premier destination of the Northwest. Outdoor adventures abound here. There's biking on forty miles of paved trails and swimming and sliding at The Cove, Sunriver Resort's exclusive new pool area with water slide, kids' discovery area and private cabanas. Explore the Deschutes River by stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking or canoeing. If running is your passion, don't miss the Pacific Crest Weekend Sports Festival triathlon, marathon and family runs in June or the Marathon for a Cause over Labor Day weekend. In winter, Sunriver has the most lodging closest to skiing at Mt. Bachelor and also is a welcoming and romantic winter wonderland of its own with cross-country skiing and snowshoeing right out your back door. Regardless of how you spend the day, Sunriver will pamper you at night with a range of luxury accommodations. Beautifully furnished vacation home rentals, condominiums and hotel suites are ideal for everything from romantic retreats to family reunions and corporate meetings. Culinary delights await here, too, from Sunriver Resort's newest innovative restaurants to the Village Bar & Grill and more eclectic eateries, pubs and cafés at this AAA Four Diamond destination.

Sample them all when you enter the Pacific Amateur Golf Classic in September! Details on page 50.

TOP “100”

Crosswater Golf Digest named it one of America's 100 greatest courses, stating: “It is simply not possible to find a better manicured course anywhere in the world. Period.” This PGA Professional National Championship course has received two dozen more similar accolades. Golf Magazine hailed it as a one of the “Top 10 Most Adventurous Golf Courses in America” and “Gold Medalist— America's Best Resorts.” Travel + Leisure ranked it among “America's Top 100 Golf Communities.”

Get the details at visitcentraloregon.com Keyword: CROSSWATER

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Make Winter Epic

Top Ten for the Best Winter in Sunriver

Tap into great access to Mt. Bachelor, the Northwest's premier ski area, famous for its dry and abundant powder. Imagine the fun at the highest skiable elevation in all of Oregon and Washington with stunning views for hundreds of miles–and where kids ski free!

Cross-country ski at the Mt. Bachelor Nordic Center or several sno-parks nearby in the Deschutes National Forest, with miles of trails for all levels.

Indulge in decadent chocolate spa treatments and romantic tours through dark caves for a Valentine's Weekend Getaway, when Sunriver offers packages to make this holiday unforgettable.

Sunriver

Play & Explore

From family frolics to gravity-fueled fun, Sunriver's dramatic landscape offers unlimited outdoor adventures. water parks & pools Kick back and

biking Ride along the river or among the

sunbathe, or shriek your way down the water slide at The Cove, Sunriver Resort's exclusive new pool oasis. It also has kids' splash-and-play features, an expansive deck, rolling lawn, hot tub, and private cabanas surrounded by nature trails, with the Cascade Range as the perfect backdrop. A great option open to everyone is the SHARC waterpark's indoor-outdoor pools, water slides, a lazy river, lap pools and bocce ball courts.

pines on Sunriver's forty miles of paved bike paths. Or venture onto forest trails for some of the nation's best mountain biking. Bike shops such as 4 Seasons Recreational Outfitters and others at The Village at Sunriver and Sunriver Resort have rentals for every level.

tennis Play under the sun on thirty-one courts throughout Sunriver Resort plus indoor courts at Sage Springs Club & Spa, where you can improve your game with certified tennis professionals. horseback riding Tap into your inner cowgirl or cowboy exploring amazing backcountry with guided rides for all levels at Sunriver Stables.

TRIP IDEA

Hike AVolcano!

Explore some of America's most stunning peaks, lakes, forests and lava flows found nowhere else on earth at Newberry National Volcanic Monument, a 500-square-mile volcano.

winter wonderland Winter in Sunriver is where you get to be in a snowglobe, ensconced by high desert powder, sunny skies and a swirl of fun. It's the perfect home base for the winter getaway of a lifetime. Plan around one of the longest snow sports seasons in the West, from Thanksgiving through May, with terrain for adrenaline seekers, first-timers and families.

river fun Canoe, raft, kayak or standup paddle on prime flat water. Sunriver Village and Sunriver Resort shops have the gear and offer instruction, too.

easy

Paulina Peak

Paulina Falls Trail

Walk or drive right to the 8,000-foot summit with knockout views of more than 400 cinder cones and miles of flows of basalt and sparkling black, glassy obsidian.

The whole family can do this easy quarter-mile walk from the parking area to the view overlooking the double falls plummeting eighty feet.

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Snowshoe for free with a U.S. Forest Service naturalist on a ninety-minute tour at Mt. Bachelor. Learn about winter ecology, the geology of the Deschutes National Forest and the area's wildlife and plants.

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Snowmobile at Edison Butte Sno-Park, with 150 miles of groomed trails and three warming shelters. Swirl and spin at the Village Mall ice rink, then head to the lodge for hot chocolate.

Ride in a one-horse open sleigh. Yes, over the river and through the woods, by mountains and meadows glistening in snow. Snuggle under warm blankets and let the Victorian sleigh bells ring.

Heed the call of the wild with the Oregon Trail of Dreams dogsledding team and experience the exhilaration of what they do in races such as the famous Iditarod.

Tour gingerbread mansions, have breakfast with Santa, be amazed by the Grand Illuminations holiday light festival and do more family events where all generations can embrace the season–and each other–during Sunriver Resort Traditions, from Thanksgiving through New Year's.

Sit back and zoom downhill at Mt. Bachelor's Snowblast Tubing Park. This non-skier's dream is where the rubber meets the snow for an 800-footlong, rollicking ride.

Sunriver Resort

Bennington Properties

Sunriver

Dream Retreats

Caldera Springs

rom romantic river lodges and luxury cabins to vacation home rentals for the whole family, Sunriver has everything for an inspired escape. Connect with family and friends at one of the highest-rated resorts in the West. Or, tap the convenience and luxury of renting the perfect vacation home-away-from-home.

Vacation Home Rentals From stylish mountain retreats to cozy, familyfriendly homes, property rental companies offer hundreds of choices, prices and pet-friendly options, too. With hot tubs, kitchens, patios, game rooms and garages stocked with bicycles and recreation equipment, they're perfect for groups, families and “togethering” on vacation. Sunriver Vacation Rentals Have a home base at the resort’s fine homes and condominiums with two to six bedrooms. Some are pet friendly, too.

Sunriver Resort All guest rooms are of premium quality, have been newly renovated and are close to the grand main lodge, restaurants, cafés, shops, pools, hot tubs, tennis and the Sage Springs Club & Spa.

Lodge Village Unwind in the finest Pacific Northwest style and quality. Stone and wood accents create a rustic and soothing atmosphere, and some are pet friendly, too.

Caldera Springs The ultimate luxury mountain lodging. These cabins and homes include special privileges such as access to the Lake House, where you can launch a canoe or kayak and play Caldera Links, a nine-hole executive course.

River Lodges Slip into the softest cotton robe, take in the views, luxuriate beside the fireplace. Other amenities include double marble vanities, soaking tubs and triple-sheeted beds.

Cuisine Scene When you're in Sunriver, you'll satisfy a craving for almost anything, from fine dining to eclectic eateries and brewpubs

Get the details at visitcentraloregon.com Keyword: SUNRIVER

Sunriver Brewing Company

Something delicious is happening at Sunriver Resort. This summer, Sunriver Resort welcomes two new food-anddrink destinations from executive chef Travis Taylor, winner of Iron Chef Oregon. Set against spectacular views of Mt. Bachelor, Deschutes National Forest and Sunriver Meadow, a casual restaurant/bar and modern tavern showcase American fare with a Pacific Northwest sensibility, crafted cocktails and the best local micro brews.

The Village at Sunriver—These family-friendly restaurants

offer everything from dining fireside or al fresco to take out. Or, procure fresh, local ingredients to prepare in the comfort of your own home-away-from-home vacation rental. Great options abound: Brewed Awakenings coffee roasters, Hot Lava Baking Co., Hola! nouveau Mexican and Peruvian cuisine, Café Sintra's Portuguese cuisine, El Caporal's Mexican dishes, Marcello's Cucina Italiana, Panini's Pizza, South Bend Bistro's contemporary American cuisine, Sunriver Brewing Company, the Village Bar & Merchant Trader —Sunriver Resort's deli-style café Grill, Good 2 Go deli, Goody's with soups, sandwiches, salads, espresso drinks and a full old-fashioned soda fountain bar, patio and family fire pit. and Sunriver Country Store, Sunriver Resort Beer Garden—Kids can frolic on with choice meats, seafood, lush grass while adults sip local craft favorites and nosh produce, a vast wine selection and full liquor store. gourmet grilled fare on warm summer days and nights.

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Tweets here come from real birds. Caldera Springs is designed to replace your kid’s phones, pads and computers with real, live adventures. Our spirited life by the lakes brings out the fun in everyone. Located 20 minutes south of Bend, your home here lets you enjoy both Caldera Springs and the renowned Sunriver Resort. A limited number of homesites and cabin homes remain. Get full details today and let the fun begin.

Sunriver Realty 800-781-9462 • 541-593-3000 CalderaSprings.com

A Family First Community™

Any illustrations are artists’ concepts only and are not intended as legal representation of the property. Obtain the Property Report required by Federal law and read it before signing anything. No Federal or state agency has judged the merits, if any, of this property. This material shall not constitute an offer or solicitation in states where registration is required, but not yet completed. Listed with Sunriver Realty, 57057 Beaver Drive, Sunriver Oregon 97707, licensed real estate broker in the State of Oregon. © 2014 Caldera Springs Real Estate, LLC. All rights reserved.

Sage Springs Club & Spa

EVENTS: Run, Bike & Brews MAY Oregon Observatory

Sunriver

Explore & Recharge

Unwind at the spa and once revitalized, you're primed for concerts, museums, galleries, nature centers and of course, tax-free shopping, too. concerts The Rhythm on the Range

artist gallery sunriver Sculpture,

series at Sunriver Resort covers all genres with a family-friendly atmosphere. The Classical Concert Series is held at the resort's Great Hall. This magnificent, historic Camp Abbott building was constructed with huge timbers in the 1940s by the U.S. Army.

paintings, fused and blown glass, textiles, woodcrafts, jewelry, furnishings, metal art, photography, ceramics, handcrafted gifts, art receptions and classes are at The Village at Sunriver.

sunriver nature center & oregon observatory Meet raptors and other wildlife. Fun hands-on programs engage everyone with exciting new perspectives on the natural world. At the observatory, feast your eyes on distant galaxies or a meteor shower. The roof retracts for viewing from dozens of telescopes.

tax-free shopping The Merchant Trader in Sunriver Resort's lower lobby is the place for sweatshirts, blankets, toys, picnic items and gifts reflecting high desert spirit. The Sunriver Village Mall offers everything from sporting gear to books, toys, folk art and apparel. natural history The Lava Lands Visitors Center is an interactive exhibit that presents film footage and displays of the area's volcanic history. At the High Desert Museum you and your family will experience close-up wildlife encounters with porcupines, a bobcat, birds of prey, river otter and reptiles. Chat with pioneers at the re-created homestead, mining operation

Sage Springs Spa & Club Soak, steam and indulge in treatments incorporating the area's natural, healing beauty and in massages that mimic the flowing motions of the river. Tone up at the club's modern athletic facility with a lap pool and indoor tennis courts.

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sunriver brew fest

Sip your way through tastings from Oregon craft breweries with live music, familyfriendly activities and great food pairings JUNE pacific crest weekend sports festival

Nationally acclaimed, with a Boston Marathon qualifier, 5K, 10K and kids' races. Live music and family fun, too. JULY independence day Celebration

Concert, beer garden, bike parade and Run for the Birds benefitting the Sunriver Nature Center and Oregon Observatory. SEPTEMBER sunriver marathon for a cause

A Boston Marathon qualifier, two halfmarathons, 10K, 5K and Kid's Dash on beautiful courses during Labor Day weekend, all supporting local charities, children's sports programs and regional fitness initiatives.

and 1880s frontier town. Acclaimed traveling and permanent exhibits interpret the stories of native peoples, explorers, immigrants and settlers.

spa & fitness At the Sage Springs Club & Spa, you'll find state-of-the-art fitness and weight room facilities, more than forty group fitness classes per week, indoor and outdoor tennis, indoor lap pool, hydro pools and locker and steam rooms fully equipped with amenities.

Goddess Facial

Detoxifying Body Ritual

Double exfoliation, treatment masks, penetrating hydration and repair serums balance and refine skin and soften signs of aging. Using all organic and natural skin care products.

Detoxifying herbs blended with Moroccan clay is sprinkled on your skin and vigorously rubbed in with oil, stimulating circulation and forming a body mask.

Look up, look down, look all around.

Billions and billions of sights to see.

Now Playing: Kissable amphibians, alien rocks and really cool raptors. In Sunriver, between Circle #3 and the marina. 541-593-4394

Now Playing: Incredible nebulas, globlular clusters and earth's own star. In Sunriver next to the Nature Center. 541-598-4406

SunriverNatureCenter.org

OregonObservatory.org

JON TAPPER

Play Hard, Eat Well

Bend may be America's new vacation crush, but the locals know the most scenic hiking trails, the best fun on the water and the hippest aprĂŠsplay relaxation. Here's your insider's guide.

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BRIAN BECKER

TOP 10 Best Hikes In and Around Bend EASY/MODERATE 2-mile loop Pilot Butte State Park bend

On this volcano right within the city limits, a nature trail and paved road offer fantastic panoramas. location: highway 20 EASY – 2.2 miles

Shevlin Park – Canyon Rim Loop bend Towering ponderosa pines along Tumalo Creek, just three miles from downtown. location: shevlin park road EASY/MODERATE – 3 mile loop Deschutes River Trail bend

From Farewell Bend Park, hike upstream into a canyon with soaring pines and steep lava tuff walls. A scenic footbridge midway completes the loop. location: sw reed market road MODERATE – 5.5 miles Tumalo Falls bend

Take in the view of the falls less than a mile from the parking area. Continue on for more spectacular vistas. Road closed in winter. location: skyliners road

Tumalo Falls

Bend

Mountain Lifestyle

EASY – 1 mile Green Lakes Trail

hen it was known as “Farewell Bend,” it was a village composed of a few makeshift buildings on the banks of the Deschutes River; the last hospitable spot pioneers saw on their epic wagon train journeys west over the Cascade Range. Today, Bend remains not only a hospitable place, it has become the setting of nationally recognized sporting and recreational events. When it comes to events, take your pick. From triathlons and multisport races, to ski races, running races, mountain bike races, fly-fishing competitions and more, Bend is an athlete's reward. For the less hardcore athletes, there's a lazy float down the Deschutes River through Bend's Old Mill District with Sun Country Tours. Hikers will love the Deschutes River Trail and taking their easy/moderate pooches for some play time at one of several Mt. Bachelor Summit Trail dog parks. If you get too ensnared by Bend's 2.5 miles roundtrip recreational options, you'll miss a vibrant easy/moderate cultural scene that's alive with art galleries, art Green Lakes Trail walks, a full schedule of outdoor concerts with 9 miles roundtrip top musical acts and a lively theater scene. easy More than twenty breweries are behind Bend's Todd Lake Trail exploding craft beer culture. On any evening 2 mile loop out, head to one of the brewpubs and drink in easy Oregon's burgeoning “beervana.” Feeling a little Ray Atkeson more formal? Try one of the dozens of whiteMemorial Trail linen restaurants or go the other direction with 2.3 mile loop great eats from a food cart. The rest is easy Get the details at when you're staying at a destination resort, a visitcentraloregon.com chic urban hotel or a vacation rental in town.

DON'T MISS

Hiking Musts

Keyword: HIKING

Lava Cast Forest bend (near sunriver) A 9-mile unpaved road leads to parking for a paved path through 7,000-year-old lava cast formations. Not easily accessible in winter. location: highway 97 (across from the sunriver exit) EASY – 6 to 8.5 miles Paulina Creek (between sunriver and lapine)

Follow the Peter Skene Ogden Trail along Paulina Creek past a score of waterfalls. location: highway 97 about 22 miles south of bend EASY TO DIFFICULT – Varying routes and lengths Smith Rock State Park terrebonne

The stunning rock formations here attract climbers worldwide. Trails allow all levels to explore the Crooked River Canyon on foot and on bike. location: off highway 97 about 9 miles north of redmond EASY – 3 miles

Suttle Lake Trail near black butte ranch The trail encircles the lake and offers unrivaled mountain scenery. location: off highway 20 about 15 miles west of sisters EASY – 12 miles

Metolius River Trail near sisters An excellent year-round trail. Start at the Wizard Falls Hatchery–kids have a blast feeding the rainbow trout. location: sw camp sherman road about 20 miles north of sisters EASY – .5 miles

Dee Wright Memorial Trail near sisters View the Cascade Mountains from a paved trail with interpretive signs through one of the most recent lava flows in America. Closed in the winter.

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BRIAN BECKER

Fourth of July Fun

BendFilm

EVENTS: Funk, Film & Fun Art in the High Desert

spring, summer, fall & winter festivals

Bend

Get the Vibe

ith a getaway packed with epic, sun-filled days on the river, the trails and the mountain, you'll have a great grin to wear out to the music clubs, theaters, galleries and festivals on into the evening–or, make a full day of it. When the desert sun sets, cool nights heat up with a hip mountain vibe. Find out why USA Today named it one of America's Top 10 Ski Resorts for Nightlife.

Bend Theaters: Intimate, Quirky, Eclectic, Historic McMenamins Old St. Francis School Live music and movies at this school-turnedhotel with pubs, a restaurant, a warm soaking pool and patios with fire pits. Cascades Theater & 2nd Street Theater Live stage productions of comedies, mysteries, thrillers, classic dramas, musicals and holiday shows. Experimental and improvisational performances, live jazz nights and staged readings by local playwrights.

ART TOURS

Art Walks & Historical Tours

APRIL—FEBRUARY

Bend Comedy Showcase Catch one and kick off your getaway with laughs at Summit Saloon & Stage. Tin Pan Theater Old-timey, hip atmosphere and irresistible charm: red velvet chairs, exposed brick walls, a handcrafted wooden bar, fresh popcorn and thoughtfully curated films. Volcanic Theatre Pub Live plays, music, sketch comedy, variety shows and films in a cool warehouse space with sofas, recliners, state-ofthe-art projection and beer and wine.

spring: Free concerts and outdoor family fun in the Northwest Crossing district in April. summer: In July, the fun moves to downtown Bend, with gourmet food, local microbrews, wine, jazz, arts, free concerts on outdoor stages and a block of fun for kids. fall: Harvest fun hits the streets of downtown Bend in October. winter: Oregon WinterFest in February has music, snowboard rail-jam, heated tents with creative cocktails, local IPAs and great food. AUGUST art in the high desert

One of the nation's major fine-art fairs draws more than 100 superb artists from across America to the Old Mill District. OCTOBER bendfilm

Bend is filled with filmmakers, directors, actors and moviegoers, for four days of independent film screenings, talks and fun.

downtown

drive around

guided tour

First Friday Art Walks

Roundabout Art Route

Bend Heritage Walk

Sip wine, meet artists and take in art and live music throughout the streets downtown and the Old Mill District on the first Friday of each month.

Tour twenty pieces of public art in unlikely yet eye-catching spots in the center of Bend's traffic circles. Let GETIT Shuttle do the driving as you take in the works, honored for this innovative approach to public art.

Discover the cool stories of downtown's past with a free, guided walk whenever you want or do a haunted tour in October. Download the audio tour app.

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Wheel Fun Rentals

TRIP IDEA Old Mill District

Bend

Fun Runs Through It Deschutes River

hether you paddle it, float it, fish it, dip in it, hike or pedal along it, this National Wild and Scenic designated river offers endless ways to play.

float it There's no better way

to enjoy a summer day in Bend than a leisurely float down the Deschutes River, just like the locals do. Head to Riverbend Park by the Old Mill District, where Sun Country Tours rents quality tubes. Hop in and drift past the shops in the Old Mill District. Sun Country will shuttle you back from McKay Park or you can float all the way to Drake Park, right in downtown Bend.

paddle it Rent a kayak, standup paddle board or canoe right along the Deschutes River at Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe in Bend, where you can get in the water right off the back lawn for a spectacular afternoon on the river. Their friendly guides offer classes, tours and advice about where to paddle.

dip in it The beach at McKay Park is a great spot to wade in and splash around.

fish it Bring a fly rod or rod-and-reel and cast into one of many idyllic coves you'll find off the Deschutes River Trail.

pedal it No matter your cycling level, anyone can take in some of America's finest scenery along the Deschutes River Trail from two wheels. Hop on a mountain bike and head through open meadows and a lava field beside waterfalls and class IV rapids. Stretching nearly fourteen miles to Sunriver, the trail ranges from easy to moderate. Rent a bike from Hutch's Bicycles or The Hub Cyclery, or go with Cog Wild Bicycle Tours & Shuttles, a perfect way to introduce your family to mountain biking. Their expert guides also can tailor each trip so that experienced riders can go big. Families can opt for easy paved trails along the river by the Old Mill District shops and restaurants, where you can rent a whimsical bicycle surrey or other novelty bike.

SEGWAY Tour

Take in the beauty of the river along with the history of the surroundings while having fun riding a different kind of two-wheeler. The Bend Tour Company SEGWAY tours highlight Bend's fascinating history, signature parks around the exquisite Mirror Pond, exceptional restaurants and best shopping areas.

SEGWAY Tours

Get the details at visitcentraloregon.com Keyword: SEGWAY

hike it Power through or stroll an easy-tomoderate three-mile loop from Farewell Bend Park into a canyon with fragrant, tall pines and stunning clifftop views. A scenic footbridge midway completes the loop. celebrate it Excitement flows along the banks of the river year-round, with concerts, art shows and athletic events such as the iconic Pole Pedal Paddle multisport challenge in May. Racers ski from the top of Mt. Bachelor, bike into town, paddle the river and sprint to the finish along the riverbank in the Old Mill District amid great fanfare.

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When you're in Bend, you'll notice a design aesthetic as beautiful and fun as the landscape. Go boutique-hopping downtown to find vintage Western belt buckles or a pretty, breezy dress and the perfect boots to go with it. Designer

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shops such as Hot Box Betty will outfit you for everyday splendorâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;from farmers' market chic to the perfect jeans and local artisan jewelry to wear to the breweries. Browse the Old Mill District shops for a blend of the local independent spirit and

major brands, too. Don't miss the Bend Factory Stores outlets and Cascade Village Shopping Center for national retailers and great deals. Bend is good for your body, soul and personal styleâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;with a huge perk: Oregon has no sales tax!

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Destination Resorts

in Bend

With every amenity at these fabulously situated resorts, you're free to relax and unwind or pursue virtually any outdoor adventure.

Pronghorn—An Auberge Resort pronghornclub.com

Set on 640 acres amid a beautiful 1,000-year-old juniper forest, this Bend luxury resort will inspire and invigorate. The snowcapped Cascades are the backdrop for two world-class golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus and Tom Fazio. One of America's most coveted destinations for golfers of all levels, it also offers mountain biking, hiking, skiing, fly-fishing, rafting and kayaking. 10 Barrel Brewing Co.

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Bend

Appetite for Fun: Satisfied

here's no doubt that Bend, the premier outdoor playground of the West, is the best place to work up a thirst and an appetite. Once you step off the trail, a fantastic culinary and libations scene awaits. Find out why major national media is abuzz about this playground for the palate.

the culinary scene From innovative cafés and casual bistros to trendy eateries and fine dining establishments, satisfying your appetite is always fun and exciting here. Award-winning chefs continually explore new ways to fuse local ingredients with cutting edge and global influences, creating an exciting foodie experience that is distinctly Bend. Stroll downtown for a range of choices. Keep it casual at ethnic eateries such as 5 Fusion and Sushi Bar, Hola! Mexican-Peruvian, Kebaba Middle Eastern. Or opt for fine dining with Northwest and European-influenced menus. Ask for a table outside for prime people-watching or river views. Head to the Old Mill District for a diverse mix of casual cafés, coffee shops, and family-friendly and upscale restaurants such as Anthony's at the Old Mill specializing in regional seafood and others serving steaks, burgers, artisan pizza, pasta and more. Find a table outside, and watch the Bend lifestyle go by on the Deschutes River with kayakers, standup paddlers and people floating on anything that inflates. Raise your glass and toast a great getaway as you watch the sun set over the Cascades.

beervana Bend Ale Trail (bendaletrail.com) – Discover our exploding craft beer culture. Do the largest beer trail in the West to sample fourteen (and counting) craft breweries in Bend, home to one of the highest worldclass breweries per capita. Each creates its own distinct IPAs, porters, pilsners and seasonal creations. Along the way, drink in the atmosphere of each brewery, as diverse as the brewing styles.

Fun with BEER beer tours

Take the eco-friendly and fun GETIT Shuttle or The Bend Trolley to get a heads up on experiencing Bend's renowned beer scene.

cyclepubs

Yes, hop on and pedal this rolling pub to … pubs! The pub-on-wheels resembles a small trolley powered by pedaling beer drinkers and a guide. Quaff favorite new ales while sightseeing and having a great time.

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The new Tetherow Lodges, a luxury resort that borders the renowned recreational pursuits of the Deschutes National Forest, is also just minutes from the eclectic dining, shopping and entertainment possibilities of downtown. At this boutique, eco-conscious hotel, world-class mountain biking, hiking and running trails are right outside your door.

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Experience accommodation packages with the River's Edge Golf Course, a par-72 championship course which Golf Digest named among the “Best Places to Play.” Indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs, fitness center, tennis courts and scenic trails are among the amenities here beside Bend's popular Deschutes River Trail, plus a free full breakfast each morning.

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Bend's closest lodging to Mt. Bachelor is also just seven miles from downtown. The idyllic setting along the Deschutes River is perfect for biking, hiking, whitewater rafting, kids camps, horseback riding and golf at Widgi Creek. Even go from the resort's charming ice skating rink to the adjacent heated pools and hot tubs.

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Hotel rooms, river-view condos and vacation rental homes suit every budget here beside Bend's scenic Deschutes River trail. Mountain biking, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and crosscountry and downhill skiing and golf are close by, too. Amenities include indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs and free use of cruiser bikes and the nearby Athletic Club of Bend.

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Take a small town with a slow pace of life and overlay an ever-expanding creative culture and a long-standing outdoor recreation tradition, and you have Sisters. In the shadow of the snowcapped Three Sisters Mountains, the town is a blend of art galleries, music (Sisters Folk Festival) and crafts (Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show). The outdoor recreational opportunities are enhanced with the Peterson Ridge trail system that starts just blocks from the heart of downtown. There's hiking and backpacking in the Three Sisters Wilderness, fishing in Whychus Creek and golf at Aspen Lakes and Black Butte Ranch. Plus, three of Oregon's Scenic Bikeways originate from this quaint little town. Dining options include superb bakeries, a local brewpub and restaurants that appeal to everyone from the French gourmet to the steak-and-potatoes lover.

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Just north of Sisters lies Camp Sherman, a tranquil paradise on the banks of the crystal-clear waters of the Metolius River bound by old-growth ponderosa pines. Today, Camp Sherman is a yearround mecca sought by fly-fishermen, hikers and mountain bikers, who have miles of stream to fish and trail to ride and hike. A prime spot to see is where the virginal Metolius River springs from its headwaters and also showcases one of the best views of Mt. Jefferson. The beloved Metolius will lull you to sleep when you stay along the banks in a cozy cabin or an elegant country retreat. The nearby Black Butte Ranch Resort bustles with activity, including two nationally ranked golf courses, Glaze Meadow and Big Meadow and all types of family fun from horseback riding to swimming, hiking and mountain biking. Not far from Black Butte Ranch is Suttle Lake, offering an idyllic summer experience. The lake is a playground for sailors and anglers, and has a hiking and mountain biking trail that circles the lake. The Lodge at Suttle Lake offers luxury and rustic cabins along with exceptional dining. A bit farther up the highway is the Hoodoo Ski Area, which has a loyal following among skiers and snowboarders alike. In summer, the area close by the ski resort is dotted with campgrounds and close to some of Oregon's most treasured hiking—the Pacific Crest Trail.

must see: The hundreds of colorful quilts hung everywhere in town during the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show. Held every July, it celebrates forty years in 2015.

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Rodeo, held every June for seventy-five years. Then brush off your boots for Jen's Garden, an intimate cottage offering a southern French-inspired dining experience.

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Centrally located in the high desert, Redmond is a community rejuvenated with upscale restaurants, a growing brewpub scene, ample lodging, vibrant parks and a bustling downtown district. Through its music events, parades, farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; markets, fairs and festivals, Redmond offers visitors a true slice of Americana. Nestled in Redmond's backyard, Smith Rock State Park is a top destination to the north, attracting the world's top rock climbers (as well as hikers and mountain bikers) to its shear, umber-colored cliffs. Redmond is also the region's commercial air hub (RDM), served by Alaska Airlines, Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. Strategically located at the hub of the tri-county area, the Deschutes Fair & Expo Center plays host to a wide range of events, including concerts, sporting events, automotive shows, trade shows, weddings, reunions and more. The venue offers spectacular panoramic views of the Cascades, meticulously manicured grounds and more than 100 acres of parking.

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The Newberry Crater in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument is a mustsee for any budding geologist. The caldera is a spectacular shield volcano and what was left when its dome collapsed sometime between 500,000 and 2,000 years ago. From its top, you can witness a lot of the makeup of Central Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;beautiful lakes (Paulina and East lakes) and large lava fields such as the Big Obsidian Flow. This ocean of lava was used by NASA astronauts in the 1960s as training for what the surface of the moon would be like. Both East Lake and Paulina Lake have small natural hot springs on their banks for public use. The area will be a hotbed of fun family activities in 2015 and 2016 as it celebrates the 25th anniversary of its monument designation.

August and Smith Rock State Park anytime.

must see: The craters running with Paulina and East lakes from the summit of

must do: Stroll Redmond's antique district,

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attend Music on the Green during the summer, or enjoy outdoor ice skating during the winter.

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This bucolic hamlet just north of Bend is home to one of the 7 Wonders of Oregon, Smith Rock State Park. Many of the world's top climbers come to scale the towering spires, which also offer easy hikes to do with kids. You'll spot climbers as well as golden eagles, prairie falcons and river otters. Terrebonne is also a popular spot for some of the best fly-fishing on the Crooked River. The Terrebonne Depot restaurant, housed in a renovated 100-year-old train station, is another good reason to make your way there.

must see: The beautiful rock formations at Smith Rock State Park, with climbers far up the sheer rock walls. Look for slackline walkers at Monkey Face teetering hundreds of feet in the air. must do: Stop for regional wine tasting at Maragas Winery and Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards, then treat yourself to local fare at Terrebonne Depot. Enjoy a scoop of famous huckleberry ice cream at Juniper Junction.

Crooked River Ranch Located above the steep basalt canyon walls of the Deschutes River, Crooked River Ranch is best known for its golf, hiking, and fishing. Golfers can take a short—and exhilarating—shot over the river canyon on one of the course's signature holes. Everyone should hike out to the Crooked River overlooks and peer hundreds of feet down into the tumbling waters of Steelhead Falls. Anglers will want to fly-fish the Foley Waters section of the Deschutes River for native rainbow trout.

must see: The view down into the Crooked River from Otter Bench. must do: Play a round or two on the scenic and fun Crooked River Ranch Golf Course, a par 71 “with teeth.”

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Prineville The most historical town in Central Oregon, Prineville serves as the starting point for fishing trips along the Crooked River or the Prineville and Ochoco reservoirs. Camping, hiking and mountain biking are some of the area's best in the Ochoco National Forest and Maury Mountains. Take in local history with a visit to the stately Crook County Courthouse, Central Oregon's oldest public structure. Add in the Crooked River Roundup and Horse Races, and you get a sense of what makes Prineville authentic and Western. Fueled by economic growth from Facebook and Apple data centers, Prineville is experiencing a renaissance with more places to dine, a brewery, an artisan cheese factory and choice lodging.

Must see: The winding Crooked River as it flows from Prineville Reservoir into town. Must do: Unearth some precious gemstones in the unofficial Rock Hound Capital of the United States. Grab a rockhounding map at the Prineville Chamber now located in the historical City of Prineville Railway Building at 10th and Main streets.

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Warm Springs The heart and soul of The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, Warm Springs offers the new Indian Head Casino. For a cultural diversion, you'll find one of the finest Native American art museums in the West. A short drive north is Kah-Nee-Ta Resort and Spa, noted for its warm water swimming pools, spa and blue ribbon flyfishing. At the end of the day, the amenityrich resort and spa has many paths to relaxation.

must see: One of the nation's largest collections of Native American art and artifacts at The Museum at Warm Springs.

must do: Take the plunge in the warm water pools at Kah-Nee-Ta Resort and Spa, naturally heated by hot springs.

This is a prime hub for superb fishing, boating and hiking, just 45 minutes north of Bend, or accessible from the north via Highways 26 and 97. Outdoor enthusiasts can wade and fish the waters of the Deschutes, Metolius and Crooked rivers, or fish from boats on Lake Billy Chinook. Camp on the lake at The Cove Palisades State Park. Nearby, there's excellent scenic hiking on The Peninsula in the Crooked River National Grassland and The Island on federally managed and conserved land. For something completely different, take a drive north and east of Madras to the old mining town of Ashwood, a place where time has stood still. Don't miss the Madras Mountain Views Scenic Bikeway, a twentythree-mile route designated by the state as a premier ride for cyclists.

must see: The August Airshow of the Cascades with biplanes, military and vintage models taking to the air and the new, 65,000-square-foot Erickson Air Collection Museum, home to more than two dozen World War II-era planes and other historic aviation pieces.

must do: Spend a weekend on a houseboat at Lake Billy Chinook and RV Camp in The Cove Palisades State Park, or camp, ski and swim at Lake Simtustus at Pelton Dam.

Maupin Redsides and rafting are the mainstays of Maupin. Redsides are the brilliantly colored, hard-fighting native Deschutes River trout that anglers obsess over. Add to that, whitewater thrills, and this river town is a hive of recreational activity. In recent years, uptown Maupin has seen the addition of more lodging and dining amenities to make it more of a recreation destination.

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USA Snowboard Association Enter the Dragon Central Oregon Series. Through March.

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Backcountry Ski Fest: The West Coast's largest free-heel skiing event.

Jazz at The Oxford bend

Grammy-winning trumpeter Randy Brecker, with a hot rhythm section.

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The Big Lebowski. “Tie the room together” with white Russians and a costume contest.

Visit our website for a comprehensive, up-to-the-minute list of concerts, festivals, races, benefits, art happenings, films, plays, holiday events, culinary events, lectures and more. Tickets and event details make it easy to build your itinerary around every kind of fun.

Let your taste buds run wild in Sunriver during this month-long celebration of chocolate.

Hoodoo Winter Carnival sisters

Snow sculptures, pie-eating, hula-hoop, ski javelin and archery contests, fireworks, barbecue and live music.

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Ice carving, fire pits, snowboarding rail jam, live music, beer garden and local artisan crafts.

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In Cove Palisades State Park, an annual celebration of the arrival of winter migrant bald eagles to stunning, scenic Lake Billy Chinook.

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La Pine Crab Feed

Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center. More than 1,000 of the nation's top BMX racers compete in numerous age divisions.

All you can eat crab and entertainment.

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Wine tasting, appetizers, dessert, wine auction and Irish music at Aspen Lakes.

Gerry Lopez Big Wave Challenge: Surf a sweeping course of wave-like snowboarding features.

Mt. Bachelor Springtacular

Month-long concert series featuring fun genres.

May Crooked River Ranch Steel Stampede Vintage motocross and trials.

Pole Pedal Paddle bend

Participants from across the U.S. gather to alpine ski, cross-country ski, bike, run, canoe or kayak and sprint to the finish line.

RiverFest on the Deschutes maupin Free and family-friendly! Live music, raft trips, fly-casting pond, kids' activities, arts and crafts and more.

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One of Oregon's largest mountain biking races on scenic Peterson Ridge.

Central Oregon Saturday Market

downtown bend Every Saturday, Memorial Day weekend through mid-September.

Central Oregon Beer Week

A celebration of amazing craft beers throughout the region.

June

Summer Concert Series

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An eclectic mix of the hottest and biggest names in music at the Les Schwab Amphitheater in Bend's Old Mill District through September. Free concerts Sunday afternoons through July.

Bend Farmers' Market

Wednesdays 3-7 p.m.; June – October in the Brooks Alleyway (behind the Tower Theatre) in downtown Bend.

Sisters Rodeo The 75th annual “biggest little show in the world,” and family activities for three days. Rhubarb Festival la pine

Everything rhubarb: desserts, salsa, beer, wine, plus hay rides, car show and live music.

Oregon Senior Games bend Age 50+ compete in sports such as archery, basketball, golf, pickleball, road racing, swimming, volleyball. Pi-Ume-Shaw Treaty Days Pow Wow warm springs Treaty commemoration featuring cultural arts, crafts, food and traditional dance. Crooked River Roundup prineville

The spirit of the Old West is still alive with cowboys, horses, music and more.

Pacific Crest Weekend Sports Festival sunriver

Athletes from around the country compete in this weekend event, with a marathon (a Boston Marathon qualifier), 5K, 10K and kids' races. Live music and family fun, too.

Bite of Bend downtown

Great food booths, live music and, of course, a beer garden.

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Old Fashioned July 4th Festival

Pet Parade downtown followed by games in Drake Park. One of Bend's oldest and most popular events.

July

La Pine Frontier Days & Rodeo

La Pine's biggest crafters' fair of the year, Fourth of July celebration and a rodeo that draws more than 400 cowboys and cowgirls to ride, rope and wrangle.

Pari-Mutuel Horse Races

Among the best horse racing events in the Pacific Northwest.

August Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo

Fun, great food, carnival rides, concerts, vendors. An abundance of family fun!

Flashback Car Cruz

This event is open to all '79 and older classic cars.

Sunriver Music Festival

Fine music, including classical, pop & a family concert at the historic Great Hall.

Celtic Festival & Highland Games

Jefferson County Fairgrounds: Traditional events of the Highland Games, plus demonstrations and activities from all Celtic groups.

Bend Summer Fest

Community arts, kids' activities, beer garden, food vendors and live music.

Art in the High Desert

Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show Classes, garden tours & an outdoor show featuring nearly 1,000 quilts hung throughout town. Not to be missed!

Cascade Cycling Classic

More than 110 juried artists from across the country and Canada exhibit and sell their original artworks.

Sunriver Marathon for a Cause

A “must run” event among Boston qualifiers and first-time marathoners alike, supporting Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

The nation's longest-running pro stage race, taking more than 700 riders through downtown Bend and into the surrounding Cascade Mountains.

Ghost Tree Invitational

The Oregon High Desert Classics Horse Show

Biplane, helicopter and glider rides. Vintage and military aircraft displays.

Charity golf tournament and first-class epicurean event.

The Airshow of the Cascades Bend BrewFest

The largest and most prestigious hunterjumper competition in the Pacific Northwest.

More than 170 distinct craft beers available for tasting. Bend Brewfest

Balloons Over Bend

Hot-air balloons soar above Central Oregon's clear blue skies. In the evening, they are lit up for “Night Glow.”

Jefferson County Fair Good old-fashioned family fun, carnival, music, demolition derby, tractor pull and much, much more.

September Sisters Western & Native American Arts Festival Uncorked, Sunriver Style

A family friendly and fabulous wine event at the SHARC Aquatic and Recreation Center, hosted by the Sunriver Homeowners Association.

Sisters Folk Festival

World-class blues to bluegrass in an intimate, bucolic setting.

Bend Oktoberfest

October Smith Rock Ranch

Corn maze, pumpkin cannon, hay rides and tons of family-friendly harvest fun.

Bend Fall Festival

More than 100 artist booths, two music stages, children's activities and more.

Traditions at Sunriver Resort

Elf tuck-ins, breakfasts with Santa, concerts, sleigh rides and more. Make this your family tradition. Starts the day after Thanksgiving and runs through New Year's Eve.

Starfest at Eagle Crest Resort

Drive through this spectacular display of holiday lights at night or ride in a horse-drawn wagon.

BendFilm Festival

Four days of viewing, learning & celebrating independent cinema, filmmakers & film fans.

Bavarian-style beer, wine, cider, music and food.

Sisters Harvest Faire

Pacific Amateur Golf Classic

More than 200 juried vendors of handcrafted quality arts and crafts, plus food and entertainment.

Official Host Site: Sunriver Resort. The West's largest amateur golf event, played on Central Oregon's finest courses, plus 19th-hole evening activities.

November

Halloween Cyclocross Crusade Two days of epic costumed racing, a huge party and cross culture art celebration.

December Bend Christmas Parade

Marching bands, kids of all ages and pets of all varieties put on their festive best to kick off the holiday season.

Christmas Lights Kayak

Paddlers go all out decorating their boats with lights, trees, wreaths and garlands and paddle around the Deschutes River, starting at Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe in the Old Mill District.

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Tumalo Mountain Trail Hike 1.8 miles from the trailhead to the summit of Tumalo Mountain. Start from the Dutchman Flat SnoPark on the Cascade Lakes Highway, 21 miles west of Bend.

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Splash, swim, fish, paddle, float, hike, meander, cycle and tee off in Central Oregon. With some of the world's best alpine lakes, trails, wildflower-filled meadows, trout-filled rivers and amazing golf, it's pure summer heaven.

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at the core of Central Oregon's identity–and fun on the river is a must. Taking a refreshing and relaxing inner-tube float from Bend's Farewell Bend Park is our idea of a traffic jam and considered required river therapy. The best part of the float—apart from its highly social nature—is the convenience of a shuttle bus ride from the end point at Drake Park back to Farewell Bend Park so you can do it all over again. More fun awaits at Elk Lake Resort, your mountain getaway at the Cascade Lakes, where acres of open water reflect views of snowcapped peaks—a nirvana of kayaking, canoeing and standup paddleboarding (the new unofficial sport of Central Oregon). Paulina and East lakes in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument offer those options plus natural hot spring pools tucked away along the banks of the lake. For houseboating, waterskiing and swimming, Lake Billy Chinook near Madras is a stunning setting.

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PacAm Golf Classic

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River Trail. Explore the waterfalls along the Green Lakes Trail. South of Bend, circumnavigate Paulina Lake on foot in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument. Near Redmond, marvel at the red-hued spires at one of the 7 Wonders of Oregon, Smith Rock State Park, and cheer on the climbers descending from bolts above. Several “urban” hikes with spectacular scenery, such as the trails at Tumalo Falls in Bend prove you don't have to go far from town to truly get away from it all.

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Local Knowledge Lauren Fleshman and Jesse Thomas professional running and triathlon champions Lauren, a five-time NCAA and two-time U.S. 5,000 meters champion and her husband, Jesse Thomas, a professional triathlete, came to Bend several years ago, attracted to the athletic lifestyle and community. They also saw it as a great place to raise their son, Jude, while nurturing their young company Picky Bars, gluten- and dairy-free energy bars. When friends visit We take them to the Deschutes River Trail near Benham Falls. It is SHARC at Sunriver

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a must, and one of the first things we show off about where we live. We almost always follow that excursion with a trip to a local brewery like Crux or 10 Barrel for food and beers. It doesn't get any more Central Oregon than that. Our favorite thing about Central Oregon is the sense of community and happy, wellbalanced lifestyle that the area emanates. Most of the people who live here do so because they made a decision about the type of life they wanted to live, and in some cases, sacrificed higher pay and a job at a global brand to fulfill that dream. But the result

fishing For fantastic angling, lakes such as Cultus and Davis deliver, along with reservoirs such as Crane Prairie and Wickiup, and, of course, the Deschutes, Crooked and Metolius rivers. The Deschutes is famous for its native redside rainbow trout and annual steelhead runs. The smaller Metolius River is known for being home to monster bull trout. Crane Prairie Reservoir, Davis Lake and East Lake are all noted for their trophy trout.

mountain biking & cycling More than 300 miles of singletrack mountain bike trails here have been featured on dozens of magazine covers worldwide. There's a trail for every ability, with mellow cruisers for beginners to technical trails for experts. Off the trails, Central Oregon

is happiness, and you can feel that in the

is home to five of the state's twelve scenic bikeways, bike-friendly routes highlighted by cultural and historical landmarks, gentle hills and amazing scenery. Fans of competitive cycling will want to come for the Cascade Cycling Classic, the nation's longest-running elite stage race, in July. Several regional road, mountain biking and cyclocross races are held here each year, too.

community, a conscious realization of how awesome it is to be here and live the life that the area enables.

golf paradise With more than two dozen golf courses less than an hour's drive apart, Central Oregon is a nationally recognized golf destination. Architects such as Jack Nicklaus and David McLay Kidd are among the all-star architects who have created some of their most innovative course designs here.

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our perfect adventure-filled Central Oregon weekend kicks off in the charming old West town of Sisters, where authentic hospitality never goes out of style. You're greeted with a local craft beer or glass of wine during social hour at FivePine Lodge, where you immediately begin to relax amid the towering pines on the patio beside the pool. Chat with some of your fellow guests also staying at the luxurious cabins. Once refreshed, keep the mood casual with dinner just a few steps away at Three Creeks Brewing. End the night with a first-run flick in the homey Sisters Movie House, part of the rustic yet upscale FivePine campus, or in a cozy vacation home rental from Sisters Vacation Rentals. Day One starts early the next morning with a visit to Smith Rock State Day 1 Park in Terrebonne to see the magnificent sheer rock walls and spires come alive with the first rays of the sun. After a hike along the Crooked River, which flows through the park, there's lunch on the deck at the nearby Terrebonne Depot or 7th Street Brew House in Redmond. After lunch, head to Bend for a different kind of hike–this time around the Old Mill District, with its blend of national retailers and local specialty shops. If you're seeking some river zen, rent an inner tube or standup paddleboard at Riverbend Park for a float along the Deschutes to pass some time in the afternoon. There's even time to get a SUP lesson from the folks at Tumalo Creek Kayak and Canoe, located right on the river. You could do dinner along the river at Red Robin or Anthony's, or try the Crux Fermentation Project, another Bend brewpub that's become the “go-to” spot to catch the spectacular Central Oregon sunset over the Cascades with a pint of handcrafted

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Cyclists have long known our region as the premier outdoor playpen of the West. It's true at any speed. Explore our scenic bikeways, thirty-five miles of paved bike paths at Sunriver Resort, hundreds of miles of forested mountain biking trails, or pedal a colorful surrey built for six through the Old Mill District and along the Deschutes River Trail.

The volcanic peaks of the Cascade Range are true beauties, offering aweinspiring views that are not to be missed. And you don't have to be a climber to get there. Go with a top-notch guide, hike an easy trail, or at Mt. Bachelor, ride the chairlift and even enjoy dinner and a stunning sunset at nearly 8,000 feet. Not enough? Try a hot air balloon or helicopter tour!

Award-winning chefs, brew masters and distillers use our pristine water and locally grown ingredients to create unforgettable taste experiences. Our cuttingedge culinary scene offers everything from elegant dining to brewpub “beervana” and trendy food carts.

Our sun-drenched, yet mild climate, absolutely ideal for golf, has attracted an all-star cast of architects, from Tom Fazio, Jack Nicklaus and David McLay Kidd to Robert Trent Jones, Jr. They've designed their most innovative courses here, framed by towering mountain peaks. It's time to cross this off your bucket list.

Indulge in a luxurious resort spa. Soak in a natural hot spring. Take in a concert on the grass, riverside. Or simply stretch out and gape at our true-blue high desert sky. This is a place where you'll feel restored and refreshed.

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ale. Day Two is more outdoor fun and adventure, but in a completely different style. After a quick breakfast at FivePine Lodge, head to Bend for a round of golf you'll remember foreverâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;even if it's not necessarily for how well you played. The experience at Tetherow will stay with you for its Scottish links layout in Oregon's high desert. Lunch is at The Row, Tetherow's pub, offering local beers, a Northwest and Scottish-inspired menu and great views of the golf course and blue skies framing the landscape for miles. With a sun-drenched afternoon ahead, turn up the adrenaline while cooling down on a guided whitewater trip on the Deschutes River. Choose your level of adventure, from a scenic, three-mile Big Eddy Thriller by Sun Country Tours or a full-day excursion with Ouzel Outfitters. Dry off and head downtown for a wellearned reward, this time at Deschutes Brewery, Bend's oldest brewpub and the one that started the Central Oregon Brew-volution in 1988. For dinner, stroll a block away for modern American cuisine at 900 Wall, in the center of the quaint and historic downtown district filled with

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EXPERT ADVICE restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques and shops, including Cascade Cottons, the perfect spot to pick up a couple of souvenir Bend, Oregon T-shirts. After dinner, no visit downtown is complete without a stop at the boutiques Hot Box Betty and Nicole Michelle. On the short, scenic drive back to Sisters, prepare to get cozy in your cabin with a fireplace and soaking tub for an evening of relaxation (and where you'll no doubt be dreaming of an extended return trip).

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An absolute summer must for road cyclists is riding the best of the bestâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;our scenic bikeways. Every rider can find a route to suit their style and mood, from family friendly to adventurous.

Twin Bridges This 36-mile ride begins in Bend's downtown Drake Park and follows an engaging, moderately hilly course past the city limits into farm and ranch country, rolling through rimrock canyons with views of snowcapped peaks. Cross the Deschutes River at Twin Bridges Road, and stop in the quaint town of Tumalo. Dip your feet in the cool, clear water, get lunch or sip a latte before powering home. With no extended climbs, it's a great way to fill your lungs with mountain-fresh air and take in the sublime scenery.

describe how the headwaters of the Metolius mark the marvelous beginning of the 28-mile river that flows through meadow and forest and careens through canyon walls before it empties into Lake Billy Chinook. Take in all hues of green in the spring and summer, or stunning reds, yellows and oranges throughout the fall.

Madras Mountain Views This 30-mile loop through high desert and basalt palisades offers sweeping views of the Cascade Mountains and almost no traffic. Begin and end in small, friendly downtown Madras. Pedal to the stunning overlook above Cove Palisades State Park and Lake Billy Chinook to glimpse eagles and other raptors soaring. Wind through the little towns of Culver and Metolius, stopping for refreshments along lightly trafficked roads. This area's mild winters offer great year-round riding, with sun-drenched days extending throughout winter, spring and fall.

Sisters to Smith Rock This moderate 37-mile route weaves through Sisters country to Smith Rock State Park's impressive rock walls. The Crooked River winds at the base of the volcanic, multicolored formations towering above the valley floor. Watch rock climbers from all over the world tackle thousands of ascent routes. The varied, rolling terrain is generally downhill from Sisters. It is a perfect point-to-point ride if you leave a support vehicle in the public parking areas at each end.

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McKenzie Pass This challenging 37-mile route winds through deep forests, climbing to a volcanic lava-rock moonscape summit. This is likely the most interesting and beautiful scenery you'll ever get on a bike ride. Stop at the Dee Wright Observatory, built from lava rock, and take in spectacular views of the Three Sisters mountains. A huge bonus: Most of this ride is on Route 242 (on the U.S. Register of Historic Places), and it's open only to bicycles in early spring, when just enough snow has melted.

Metolius River Loops These loops vary from short, family-friendly rides of about three miles, to a moderate, 24-mile ride if you connect several of the shorter loops. The loops begin and end at the 90-year-old Camp Sherman Store and Fly Shop. Travel along the wild and scenic waters of the Metolius River to the Wizard Falls fish hatchery where kids can feed the trout, kokanee and Atlantic salmon. Educational signs

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THE HARDEST PART OF LIVING AT TETHEROW IS FIGURING OUT WHERE TO PUT YOUR LIVING ROOM WINDOW. Living at Tetherow might turn you into a mountain biking, skiing, brewery hopping, fine food eating, rock climbing Central Oregonian. Just don’t forget that right outside your door is a championship links style course designed by one of the world’s most revered course architects, Scotsman David McLay Kidd. HOMESITES

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Experience hundreds of miles of world-class trails for beginners to shredders, from flat, fast and fun to crazy climbs.

t the start of Phil's Trail, one of the most popular mountain biking routes in the extensive and renowned network of Bend singletrack heaven, the scene from the parking lot can be misleading. On any given summer morning, families, retirees, visitors with rental bikes, old-school pioneers of the sport and nationally ranked competitors alike will be rolling in. Once you are out on the trail, winding through the forest, however, you might not see another rider. That's part of the beauty of Central Oregon mountain biking, with more than 300 miles of trails beneath a canopy of ponderosa pines in the foothills of the Cascade mountains. The lower elevation trails cover all the bases: relatively flat, fast and fun, with some tough technical sections and punchy climbs that cater to beginners and shredders alike. Head a little farther up, and you'll ride in

the shadows of snowcapped 10,000-foot peaks through high alpine meadows with breathtaking vistas. Rustic shelters used as warming huts in the winter are perfect for summer biking rest stops where you can take a breather, have a snack from your pack and enjoy the blissful high mountain scenery. Phil's Trail is by far the most popular riding area in the region. The trailhead is just a couple of minutes from town and from the parking area, riders can access a well-marked maze of diverse singletrack. If you want the thrills of going downhill but don't want (or have the fitness) to do the pedaling up, check out the new lift-served downhill trails at Mt. Bachelor. Or, let the folks at Cog Wild Mountain Bike Tours and Shuttles in Bend take you up the Cascade Lakes Highway to trails like “Tiddlywinks” and “Funner.” An epic ride popular among visitors as well

Maps & More Check out more amazing trails of every level, plus details about rentals, tours and tips for riding our wonderful, endless singletrack.

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as locals begins with a shuttle that takes you and your bikes to Dutchman Flat, near Mt. Bachelor. After a short, slow climb, you'll reap the reward of cruising downhill for about twenty miles back to town. Cog Wild will also shuttle you from Bend to the McKenzie River Trail just west of Bend, which has been called America's Number 1 Mountain Bike Trail. Venture north of Bend to the area around Smith Rock State Park, with its diverse trails and where new ones are being built nearby in Redmond and Prineville every season. Don't worry about bringing your own bike because Bend shops like Hutch's Bicycles and The Hub Cyclery and Sunriver's 4 Seasons Recreational Outfitters have top-of-the-line rides for you to rent while you're here.

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Mt. Bachelor's Downhill Bike Park is the hottest new way to ride the mountain in summer and fall. Grab your mountain bike and hop on the chair lift. Cruise to intermediate and advanced downhill mountain biking

trails. The world's premier downhill bike park planners, Gravity Logic, joined the ski resort's crew in creating the new adrenaline-inducing park, which opened in the summer of 2013. Details at mtbachelor.com

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Smith Rock State Park Terrebonne, OR 97760 (541) 318-7170 chockstoneclimbing.com

The Village at Sunriver (541) 593-5948 villageatsunriver.com

1859 NE Maple Ave. Redmond, OR 97756 (541) 316-0398 bigskyballoonco.com

Leading Edge Aviation, Inc. 63048 Powell Butte Hwy. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 383-8825 flybend.com

BIKING & WHEELS 4 Seasons Recreational Outfitters 57195 Beaver Drive Sunriver, OR 97707 (541) 593-2255 4sro.com

The Bend Tour Company SEGWAY Tours 550 SW Industrial Way, Ste. 105 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 480-8477 thebendtourcompany.com

Cog Wild Mountain Bike Tours & Shuttles 255 SW Century Dr., Ste. 201 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 385-7002 cogwild.com

Hutch's Bicycles—East 820 NE 3rd St. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 382-6248 hutchsbicycles.com

Hutch's Bicycles—West 725 NW Columbia St. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 382-9253 hutchsbicycles.com

The Hub Cyclery 2002 NW Wall Street Bend, OR 97701 (541) 647-2614 thehubcyclerybend.com

CULINARY TOURS The Well Traveled Fork (541) 312-0097 welltraveledfork.com

FISHING & GUIDES Deschutes River Outfitters, LLC PO Box 371 Bend, OR 97709 (541) 760-0956 deschutesoutfitters.com

Fin & Fire 1604 S. Hwy 97, #12 Redmond, OR 97756 (866) 275-2810 (541) 548-1503 finandfire.com

The Fly Fisher's Place PO Box 1179, 151 W. Main St. Sisters, OR 97759 (541) 549-3474 flyfishersplace.com

Fly and Field Outfitters 35 SW Century Dr., Ste. 100 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 318-1616 flyandfield.com

River Borne Outfitters 541-647-2584 riverborneoutfitters.com

Stillwater Fly Shop 56898 Enterprise Dr. Sunriver, OR 97707 (877) 598-7322 stillwaterflyshop.com

The Paulina Plunge Downhill Waterfall Mountain Bike Tour (800) 296-0562 paulinaplunge.com

Wheel Fun Rentals 603 SW Mill A Dr. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 408-4568 wheelfunrentals.com

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Black Butte Ranch 8 miles west of Sisters on Hwy. 20 Black Butte Ranch, OR 97759 (800) 425-7455 blackbutteranch.com

Bouncing Off the Wall 1134 SE Centennial Ct. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 306-6587 bouncingoffthewallbend.com

Brasada Ranch 16986 SW Brasada Ranch Rd. Powell Butte, OR 97753 (541) 526-6865 brasada.com

Eagle Crest Resort 1522 Cline Falls Rd. Redmond, OR 97756 (877) 929-3432 eagle-crest.com

Kah-Nee-Ta Resort & Spa 6823 Hwy. 8, PO Box 1240 Warm Springs, OR 97761 (541) 553-1112 kahneeta.com

Mount Bachelor Village Resort 19717 Mt. Bachelor Dr. Bend, OR 97702 (866) 328-8915 mtbachelorvillage.com

Oregon Observatory at Sunriver 57245 River Rd. Sunriver, OR 97707 (541) 598-4406 oregonobservatory.org

The Paulina Plunge Downhill Waterfall Mountain Bike Tour (800) 296-0562 paulinaplunge.com

Pronghorn— An Auberge Resort 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 693-5300 pronghornclub.com

Riverhouse Hotel and Convention Center 3075 N. Business 97 Bend, OR 97701 (866) 453-4479 riverhouse.com

Seventh Mountain Resort 18575 SW Century Dr. Bend, OR 97702 (866) 976-2482 seventhmountain.com

Sun Mountain Fun Center 300 NE River Mall Ave. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 382-6161 sunmountainfun.com

Sunriver Nature Center 57245 River Rd. Sunriver, OR 97707 (541) 593-4394 sunrivernaturecenter.org

Sunriver Resort

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Cove Palisades Resort & Marina 5700 SW Marina Dr. Culver, OR 97734 (877) 546-7171 covepalisadesresort.com

Imperial River Company 304 Bakeoven Rd. Maupin, OR 97037 (800) 395-3903 deschutesriver.com

Lake Billy Chinook Houseboats 12334 SW Lakeview Dr. Culver, OR 97060 (866) 546-2939 lakebillychinook.com

Elk Lake Resort & Marina 60000 Century Dr. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 480-7378 elklakeresort.com

Ouzel Outfitters— Whitewater Rafting

17600 Center Dr. Sunriver, OR 97707 (800) 386-1926 sunriver-resort.com

63043 Sherman Rd. Bend, OR 97701 (800) 788-7238 oregonrafting.com

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StandUp Paddle Bend

61240 Skyline Ranch Rd. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 388-2582 tetherow.com

550 SW Industrial Way, Ste. 115 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 323-3355 supbend.com

Sun Country Tours 531 SW 13th St. Bend, OR 97702 (800) 770-2161 suncountrytours.com

Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic & Recreation Center (SHARC) 57250 Overlook Rd. Sunriver, OR 97707 (541) 585-5000 sunriversharc.com

Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe 805 SW Industrial Way, Ste. 6 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 317-9407 tumalocreek.com

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Seventh Mountain River Company Seventh Mountain Resort offers daily rafting excursions on the wild and scenic Deschutes River. Two-hour raft trips leave five times daily and include class-3 rapids with an expert, certified river guide. Enjoy wildlife and ancient lava flows along the way. A photographer will capture images of your exciting trip. Best rates in town and shortest bus ride to the river. Rates start at $25! 18575 SW Century Drive, Bend ⬥ (541) 693-9124 ⬥ seventhmountainriverco.com

Crooked River Ranch Golf Course Perched on the rim of the Crooked River gorge lies one of the most scenic golf courses in the region. With awesome views of the canyon walls and the river Crooked River Ranch GC – the GEM of Central Oregon… 400 feet below, Crooked River Ranch GC truly is a golfing gem. The signature No. 5 hole has been coined the "Most Spectacular Golf Hole 5195 SW corner CLUBHOUSEof RDthe  CROOKED RANCH, OR the 97760Ranch, in Oregon," offering a true risk-reward tee shot over the gorge. RIVER Come play 541-923-6343  800-833-3197  CROOKEDRIVERRANCH.COM where its beauty and ambience is unsurpassed, but its qualities are enjoyed by golfers of all abilities. And with its own RV park, swimming pool, tennis courts, and other amenities, it truly is a great place to hang your hat.

Perched on the rim of the Crooked River gorge lays one of the most scenic golf courses in the region. With awesome views of the canyon walls and the river 400 feet below, Crooked River Ranch GC truly is a golfing gem. The signature No. 5 has been coined the Most Spectacular Golf Hole in Oregon offering a true risk-reward tee shot over the corner of the gorge itself. Come play the Ranch where its beauty and ambience is unsurpassed but its uniqueness is enjoyed by golfers of all abilities. And with its own RV Park, swimming pool, tennis courts, and other amenities, it truly IS a “Great Place to Hang Your Hat”!

5195 SW Clubhouse Road ⬥ (541) 923-6343 ⬥ crookedriverranch.com

Hutch’s Bicycles

Wheel Fun Rentals of Bend

is your full-service, family bicycle shop and was voted in 2014 as one of America's Best Bike Shops, and Central Oregon's Best Bike Shop. Hutch’s has two locations in Bend and one location in Redmond to offer the area’s largest selection of bicycles, accessories and service options. Hutch’s also offers the largest selection of rental bikes - including road, cruiser and full-suspension mountain bikes. Hutch's also offers lifetime services on all brand-new bicycle sales.

Experience the historic Old Mill District on a surrey, deuce coupe, cruiser bike or one of our unique specialty bikes – they’re perfect for exploring this scenic area! Cruise the beautiful Deschutes, enjoying sweeping river vistas as you stop for a picnic, shopping or fine dining. Rentals available in these locations: Eagle Crest Resort in Redmond, Black Butte Ranch near Sisters, Old Mill District Bend. 603 SW Mill A Drive, Bend (541) 408-4568

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Leading Edge Aviation DISCOVER BEND AND CENTRAL OREGON BY AIR! Flights are scheduled daily and take off from the Bend Airport. Choose from four Exhilarating Tours-Soar through the Desert, the Mountains, the Lava Lands or the City. If you would like to personalize a tour or charter, special arrangements can be made. Book your HELICOPTER or AIRPLANE flight today at FlyBend.com! Leading Edge has served the community of Bend for 25 years and maintains the highest level of safety and customer service. 63048 Powell Butte Hwy., Bend ⬥ (541) 383-8825 ⬥ flybend.com

Sunriver Art Faire 2015 The Annual Sunriver Art Faire will be held in the Village at Sunriver on August 7, 8 and 9, 2015. The Sunriver Art Faire showcases 60 ARTISTS displaying and selling their fine arts and crafts. The work is juried, and includes a variety of art products. Live professional entertainment is scheduled all three days, in addition to food for purchase, an Kid’s Art Center and the ever-popular Saturday night Street Dance in the Village featuring the Klassixs Ayre Band. Sponsored by the Sunriver Women’s Club (SRWC), net proceeds from the Art Faire support nonprofit agencies that meet the basic needs of families and children in South Deschutes County. Art Faire Hours are 10:00am-6:00pm Friday and Saturday; Sunday 10:00am-4:00pm. Village at Sunriver – 57100 Beaver Drive, Sunriver, OR ⬥ (877) 269-2580 ⬥ sunriverartfaire.com

City of Sisters

Sisters Creekside Campground is a municipal park with 67 sites (of which 25 sites are full hook-up sites) and a large grass area. The park is situated along Whychus Creek and within walking distance of downtown. There is a covered foot bridge that spans the creek. Each site is equipped with a fire pit and a picnic table. The park has restrooms and showers and a sewer discharge site

(541) 323-5218 ⬥ www.ci.sisters.or.us/parks.html

Widgi Creek Golf Club Nestled among the giant Ponderosa pines in the Deschutes National Forest and on the top of many "must play" lists of visitors and locals. That's where you'll find a challenging 6,900-yard Robert Muir Gravesdesigned course with tight fairways, undulating greens and some of the best scenery you can imagine on a golf course. Just minutes from the bustling, hip downtown of Bend, Oregon. That's where you'll find Widgi Creek. Voted Best Golf Course in Central Oregon 11 times. 18707 SW Century Drive, Bend ⬥ (541) 382-4449 ⬥ widgi.com

find a club that fits like a glove.

At Pro Golf of Bend every new club purchase comes with a free, half-hour fitting session. And with the Gift-Givers Guarantee, you always get a mulligan… If your new clubs don’t work, for any reason, just bring them back and we’ll work with you until you’re happy. Whether it’s the lie angle of your new irons or the spin rate of a driver, we’ll get all the technical specs dialed-in. So you’ll hit it longer and play better. You’ll find all the newest models and best brands, including Callaway, TaylorMade, Titleist and Ping. Plus, at Pro Golf of Bend you’ll find one of the best instructors in Oregon; PGA Professional Andy Heinly. Author of the Forget-About-It Guide To Better Golf. When in Bend, stop by. Try some new gear and get the inside scoop on all the courses of Central Oregon. Off 3rd Street, just north of Macy’s.

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Golf Mecca! Sunriver

hen Tom O'Brien called the Central Oregon Visitors Association last year to get some help planning a golf vacation for himself and some buddies from Nebraska, he was on a mission–to see what all the fuss was over Central Oregon golf. He'd seen the stories and photos in national golf publications and had heard of Sunriver and Pronghorn–just two of the golf resorts in a region where thirty courses lie within forty-five minutes of each other. His goal? “To have a memorable golfing experience. One where we go home thinking 'I can't wait to go back,'” O'Brien said. The Central Oregon golf experience is memorable indeed, whether you spend a week here with your buddies or are just passing

What makes a memorable golf trip? Playing three of the Top 100 courses in the nation? Two dozen spectacularly diverse designs? Relaxing 19th holes? It's all here–from the mountains to the high desert–courses designed by some of the game's greatest architects.

through and have time for just one round. For O'Brien and his pals, the experience included setting up shop in the new luxurious Tetherow Lodges and squeezing in six rounds in four days. In the high desert, Central Oregon, the part of the state that is sunny just about every day, has quickly made a name for itself in golf mecca circles. In fact, Golf Magazine has called it one of the top twenty-five golf destinations in the world. What awaits players here is a collection of courses with diversity not found anywhere else– courses designed by some of the game's greatest architects. Tetherow, David McLay Kidd's Scottish links masterpiece on Bend's west side, has been getting rave reviews since it opened in 2008 and was named the nation's Best New Course You Can Play by Golf Magazine. Set against a backdrop of Cascade mountain peaks, W W W . V I S I T C E N T R A L O R E G O N . C O M

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Tetherow would fit right in with Kidd's more well-known courses along the shores of the Pacific Ocean. Tetherow's knobs, knolls, fescue and tufts are as scenic as they are potentially penalizing to a scorecard. The new lodges at Tetherow have helped the course become a true base camp for those looking to experience all the other adventures possible in Oregon's outdoor recreation capital. At Pronghorn, an Auberge Resort, the Jack Nicklaus and Tom Fazio gems are part of a true luxury resort experience just east of Bend. The Nicklaus signature course cuts through lava rock outcroppings and offers amazing views of the mountains while the private Fazio course design includes a hole built around an ancient lava tube. Sunriver Resort just south of Bend is home to sixty-three holes of world-class golf, including Crosswater Club, a past host of the Jeld-Wen Tradition, a Champions Tour major; and Meadows, the site of several NCAA championship events. Want to play them all? Sunriver is also the Official Host Site of the Pacific Amateur Golf Classic. Brasada Canyons, a Peter Jacobsen and Jim Hardy-designed course in Powell Butte, offers some of the most sublime putting surfaces in Central Oregon and expansive views of the entire region. The course cuts through a canyon and no holes parallel each other, offering a sense of privacy. Rounding out the offerings of fullservice resorts are Black Butte Ranch's Big Meadow and Glaze Meadow courses and at Eagle Crest, the Ridge, Resort and Challenge courses. These scenic and challenging championship courses range from sculpted fairways intertwined with aspen groves and ponderosa pines to twisted junipers that frame breathtaking views of Cascade peaks. O'Brien and his group even threw in a

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Aspen Lakes

round at Widgi Creek, a popular track

than 400 players compete in the Pacific

within the Deschutes National Forest that

Amateur Golf Classic.

was voted Bend's favorite golf course for ten years in a row by locals. Still, that's just the beginning. The

the largest amateur event in the West and features fifty-four holes of net, stroke-play

Central Oregon Golf Trail with more than

competition with a championship round

two dozen courses includes the historic

at Crosswater for the top four players in

fairways constructed in 1925 at Bend Golf

each flight. Nightly 19th-hole events, strong

and Country Club, the railcar bridge at

competition and stronger camaraderie

Lost Tracks Golf Club and the red-cinder

keeps players coming back year after year.

bunkers unique to Aspen Lakes in Sisters.

With so many courses, lodging options

Every golf course here has its own story, and there's one for every level of player. The Central Oregon golf experience is on full display each September when more

19th Hole

When it's time to trade stories about the day's round, relax with your feet up and take in the view over drinks and snacks. Here are some great options:

Now in its nineteenth year, the PacAm is

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and fun things to see and do in Central Oregon, one of the most difficult things about planning your a trip is finding a way to spend enough time here.

Owl's Nest at Sunriver Resort

Ranch House at Brasada The Aspen Lounge at Black Butte Ranch Cascada at Pronghorn The Row at Tetherow The Clubhouse at Lost Tracks Bogey's Café at River's Edge

Niblick & Greene's at Eagle Crest

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Aspen Lakes Golf Course 16900 Aspen Lakes Dr.; Sisters aspenlakes.com

(541) 549-4653 (GOLF) (541) 549-3663 restaurant

7302/5594

Max. 75.4 Min. 69.7

141 125

$29-$75

Black Butte Ranch, Big Meadow 13020 Hawksbeard; Black Butte Ranch blackbutteranch.com

(800) 399-2322 (541) 595-1500 tee times

7002/5485

Max. 71.6 Min. 68.3

125 118

$45-$75

Black Butte Ranch, Glaze Meadow 13020 Hawksbeard; Black Butte Ranch blackbutteranch.com

(800) 399-2322 (541) 595-1500 tee times

7007/4909

Max. 72.7 Min. 63.4

133 109

$45-$75

Crooked River Ranch Golf Course 5195 SW Clubhouse Rd.; CRR crookedriverranch.com

(800) 833-3197 (541) 923-6343

5818/5000

Max. 67.1 Min. 65.0

117 109

$46-$64**

Eagle Crest Resort, Challenge Course 1522 Cline Falls Rd.; Redmond eagle-crest.com

(866) 311-7039

4175/3008

Max. 61.5 Min. 57.7

112 101

$25-$44

Eagle Crest Resort, Resort Course 1522 Cline Falls Rd.; Redmond eagle-crest.com

(866) 311-7039

6704/5175

Max. 71.6 Min. 64.9

132 117

$55-$74

Eagle Crest Resort, Ridge Course 1522 Cline Falls Rd.; Redmond eagle-crest.com

(866) 311-7039

6974/4814

Max. 73.5 Min. 63.6

137 115

$35-$74

Juniper Golf Course 1938 SW Elkhorn Ave.; Redmond playjuniper.com

(800) 600-3121 (541) 548-3121 ext. 1

7186/5500

Max. 74.0 Min. 65.7

130 117

$20-$65**

Kah-Nee-Ta Resort 6823 Hwy. 8; Warm Springs kahneeta.com

(541) 553-4971

6352/5195

Max. 70.7 Min. 70.2

124 119

$30-$61**

Lost Tracks Golf Club 60205 Sunset View Dr.; Bend losttracks.com

(541) 385-1818

7003/5344

Max. 72.7 Min. 68.6

136 126

$44-$61

Meadow Lakes Golf Course 300 SW Meadow Lakes Dr.; Prineville meadowlakesgc.com

(541) 447-7113

6783/4858

Max. 72.1 Min. 67.9

125 121

$15-$39

Old Back Nine at Mountain High 60650 China Hat Rd.; Bend oldbacknine.com

(541) 382-1111

2882/2295

Max. n/a Min. n/a

n/a n/a

$22-$26

Pronghorn, Jack Nicklaus Signature Course 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr.; Bend pronghornclub.com

(541) 693-5300 (866) 372-1003 tee times

7379/5256

Max. 75.2 Min. 68.9

151 135

$99-$209**^

Quail Run Golf Course 16725 Northridge; La Pine golfquailrun.com

(800) 895-4653 (GOLF) (541) 536-1303

6897/5422

Max. 73.4 Min. 69.6

137 130

$25-$55

River's Edge Golf Course 400 NW Proshop Dr.; Bend riverhouse.com

(800) 547-3928 (541) 389-2828

6683/5340

Max. 72.4 Min. 70.0

137 126

$35-$68

Sunriver Resort, Meadows Course 17600 Center Dr.; Sunriver sunriver-resort.com

(800) 737-1034 (541) 593-4402 tee times

7012/5287

Max. 72.9 Min. 70.4

132 123

$49-$109**

Sunriver Resort, Woodlands Course 17890 W. Core Dr.; Sunriver sunriver-resort.com

(800) 737-1034 (541) 593-4402 tee times

6933/5341

Max. 73.4 Min. 70.4

142 135

$49-$109**

Widgi Creek Golf Club 18707 Century Dr.; Bend widgi.com

(541) 382-4449 ext. 1

6905/5070

Max. 72.7 Min. 68.7

139 128

$25-$79

SEMIPRIVATE

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Slope

Green Fees

Tetherow Golf Club 61240 Skyline Ranch Rd.; Bend tetherow.com

(866) 948-2582 (541) 388-2582 ext. 210

7298/5342

Max. 75.2 Min. 69.7

142 131

$125-$195**^

PRIVATE-Contact Head pro for reciprocal play

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Awbrey Glen Golf Club 2500 NW Awbrey Glen Dr.; Bend awbreyglen.com

(800) 697-0052; (541) 385-6011 (541) 388-8526 tee times

6957/5389

Max. 72.9 Min. 65.7

138 122

$95**

Bend Golf And Country Club 61045 Country Club Dr.; Bend bendgolfclub.com

(541) 382-3261 (541) 382-7437 tee times

7058/5493

Max. 73.1 Min. 66.0

135 120

$110**

Broken Top Club 62000 Broken Top Dr.; Bend brokentop.com

(541) 383-8200 (541) 383-0868 tee times

7161/5281

Max. 73.8 Min. 68.4

139 121

$90-$150**

Caldera Links* 17750 Caldera Springs Dr.; Sunriver calderasprings.com

(800) 801-8765 (541) 593-4851 tee times

1162/777

Max. n/a Min. n/a

n/a n/a

$39

Crosswater Club* 17600 Canoe Camp Dr.; Sunriver crosswater.com

(800) 801-8765 (541) 593-6196 tee times

7683/5213

Max. 76.5 Min. 69.7

145 131

$99-$199**

Pronghorn, Tom Fazio Course 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr.; Bend pronghornclub.com

(541) 693-5365

7456/5028

Max. 75.2 Min. 68.2

142 128

No Unaccompanied Guest Play

The Club at Brasada Canyons* 16986 SW Brasada Ranch Rd.; Powell Butte brasada.com

(541) 526-6380

7295/4722

Max. 74.4 Min. 64.4

145 125

$29-149**

*Guests lodging at these properties have access to play these courses **Cart included in green fee ^Including forecaddie base rate

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THERE IS A PLACE Where generations share cherished memories

There’s a place ringed by majestic mountains where families gather to make memories in a magical landscape. Nestled among towering Ponderosa Pines, Black Butte Ranch is a sanctuary where Oregon’s splendor plays gracious host to adventure, indulgence and delight. Whether you’re enjoying a family bike ride, casting off for an afternoon of fly fishing, taking in a game of golf, or kayaking across the lake, you’re immersed in natural grandeur. It’s tranquil. It’s timeless. It’s authentic. It’s Black Butte Ranch. u

7 miles west of Sisters on Hwy 20 | 855.318.7668 | BlackButteRanch.com

SUMMER

Golf Guide

Elk Lake Resort

PacAm Classic

A Winning Competition

ive days of fun, four days of competitive golf and a lifetime of bragging rights – that’s just part of the attraction of the Lithia Pacific Amateur Golf Classic. The largest amateur tournament in the West happens every fall in sunny Central Oregon, home to three of the Top 100 courses in the nation. Competition wise, the 400+ participants are treated to just a taste of Central Oregon’s amazingly diverse selection of more than two dozen golf courses. Off the course, players (and many of the spouses who come along for the trip) are treated to gourmet meals and all the craft beer they can drink at nightly 19th-hole events. And before the tournament, everyone has access to an exclusive pop-up store with huge discounts on gear, clothing and shoes.

PLUS PERKS 50

Every Participant Receives :

The tournament includes at least three days of competitive golf on as many as 8 local courses, including the official host site, Sunriver Resort’s Meadows and Woodlands courses. Also in the mix are Black Butte Ranch, Widgi Creek, Aspen Lakes and Lost Tracks Golf Club. Players are put in handicapped flights for the net stroke play event – all trying for a coveted spot in the winner-take-all Championship Round at the famed Crosswater Club, past home to a Champions Tour Major, the PGA Professionals National Championship and several collegiate championship events. So come to the PacAm to fuel that competitive fire, but stay for the Central Oregon golf experience. Either way you’ll come out a winner.

Three rounds of golf on different courses

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Daily KP competition for every flight

Lunch and cart provided every day of golf

ABOUT THE TOURNAMENT 19TH ANNUAL

Lithia Pacific Amateur Golf Classic SEPTEMBER 19-24, 2015

Net, stroke play tournament on some of finest courses in Central Oregon, offering divisions for every skill level. Sunriver Resort – Official Host Site Lodging and Tournament entry packages available. Register online at pacamgolf.com or call 888-425-3976

Each participant receives a Gift Bag with items valued at more than $150

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Escape

TYLER ROEMER

Virginia Meissner Sno-Park This sno-park is just 14 miles from Bend on the Cascade Lakes Highway and features cross-country skiing and snowshoe trails for all levels, including Name of Location a short 1Âž-mile loop and a longer trail that goes to the Meissner Shelter.

With the most sun and snow in the West, winter is packed with fun and adventure for everyone: from skiing and snowshoeing to snowmobiling and dogsledding.

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Get Outdoors

Sleigh rides at Sunriver Resort

Get Outdoors

Play in High Desert Powder

Ice skating at Seventh Mountain Resort

Sun+Snow=Smiles It's sunny and snowing all winter here, with legendary powder and an expanse of fun that exists nowhere else. Our winter playground is vast, offering so many ways to play. In the Central Oregon Cascades, every adventure awaits.

cross-country skiing Like your trails groomed for skating and classic cross-country skiing? Head to the Mt. Bachelor Nordic Center, Hoodoo Ski Area or the Virginia Meissner SnoPark. If, however, you prefer un-groomed skiing on marked trails, then try one of the region's fourteen sno-parks. If making your own path through the forest is the order of the day, almost any place that has snow in the Deschutes National Forest is there waiting to be tracked. backcountry skiing Superb and among the most accessible in the country, backcountry skiing is just minutes north and northwest of the Mt. Bachelor Ski Area. A slightly longer haul is required to get into some virginal backcountry runs in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument, the Three Sisters volcanic peaks from nearby Sisters and Pine Mountain east of Bend.

snowmobiling Thanks to the efforts of regional snowmobiling clubs, there are literally hundreds of miles of groomed and well-marked trails to â&#x20AC;&#x153;sledâ&#x20AC;? throughout Central Oregon. Popular take-off spots include the snowmobile parking

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Autobahn Tubing Park at Hoodoo

and shelter area at Wanoga Sno-Park on Century Drive near Bend, Edison Butte on the road between Mt. Bachelor and Sunriver, the Newberry National Volcanic Monument at La Pine and nearby Hoodoo Ski Area outside of Sisters. Another local favorite is to head from Dutchman Flat along Century Drive and out to Elk Lake Resort.

snowshoeing Wherever there's snow cover in Central Oregon, there's an opportunity to snowshoe. Try marked snowshoe routes at Virginia Meissner and Swampy Lakes snoparks off Century Drive just outside of Bend. These are two main areas where snowshoers can find trails, warming huts and solace in the Deschutes National Forest.

dogsledding Regularly scheduled dogsled tours led by qualified guides depart and return to Mt. Bachelor ski area every day when the resort is open for business. Oregon Trail of Dreams, owned by an Iditarod-competing family with their athletic dogs, take guests into parts of the forest many people never get to see. What an amazing way to experience the Central Oregon winter wonderland!

WINTER

Get Outdoors

Local Knowledge Steve Porino

nbc sports broadcaster and former u.s. ski team member Steve Porino is a former U.S. Ski Team member turned NBC broadcaster, who covers the Olympics and Alpine World Cup races by winter and cycling by summer. His is the voice coming from the back of the motorcycle in the Tour de France and other professional cycling events.

Skiing at Mt. Bachelor

When friends visit I like to cross-country ski to TYLER ROEMER

the shelter at the Virginia Meissner Sno-Park Snowshoeing at Virginia Meissner Sno-Park

and pack in a pot of chocolate fondue to melt on the wood stove. Boxed wine is about the right vintage for the backpack. I used to pack in my two daughters on a wooden alpine sled. Now they ski in with me and my wife, Amanda. The girls always bring bread to feed the gray jays out of their hands or off their heads. I've taken friends who'd never seen snow before snowmobiling on a powder day–beyond fantastic. I also like to share the unexploited secret of Bend's spring: ski in the morning; mountain bike or fly-fish in the afternoon. My favorite thing about Central Oregon is that

it has the amenities of a small city yet is hemmed in by mountains, national forest

ice skating Don't miss The Village at Sunriver or Seventh Mountain Resort near Bend on the way to Mt. Bachelor. Both offer an outdoor winter skating experience that's fun for your whole family. Drinks are rink-side for your après ski. Or visit the new 4,000-square-foot ice skating rink in downtown Redmond. And a brand new outdoor skating rink and pavilion in the heart of Bend is expected to open this fall.

rockhounding Central Oregon is home to Prineville, the unofficial “Rock Hound Capital of the United States,” where precious gemstones lie just beneath the land's surface, waiting to be uncovered. Discover a piece of Oregon's geologic past at one of many public recreational collection areas. Get the rockhound map from the Prineville-Crook County Chamber of Commerce (see directory, page 120) for

a full-color guide to your adventure, with pictures of what you can find at each site, historic and geologic information, and lots of tips, such as GPS coordinates.

and alpine desert. We're one step away from most everything we need and two steps away from complete solitude.

sledding The place to be for family sledding fun is Wanoga Sno-Park off Century Drive on the way to Mt. Bachelor. There's ample parking and plenty of room to sled, toboggan or inner tube. Bring your own hot chocolate or buy it from the snack trailer in the parking lot. Head a little farther up to Mt. Bachelor's Snowblast Tubing Park and snag a daypass for an afternoon of zooming down the mountain on innertubes. In Sunriver, SHARC has its own snow-tubing hill, and Hoodoo's Autobahn Tubing Park is one of the largest snow-tubing parks in the entire West!

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Mt. Bachelor Mt. Bachelor

Almanac

Elevation: Summit 9,065 feet Base: 6,300 feet Vertical Drop: 3,365 feet Maximum Run Length: 3.9 miles Acres of Skiing: 3,683; 1,600 acres groomed daily Number of Runs: 88 Average Snowfall: 462" Average Snow Base: 150-200" 2013-2014 Rates*: alpine, x-country Adult $67-$79, $14-$17 Teen (13-18; ID req.) $57-$67, $7-$10 Youth (6-12) $41-$47, $7-$10 Child (5 and under) Free Senior (65-69) $57-$67, $7-$10

Mt. Bachelor

Super Senior (70+) $41-$47 ,$7-$10 Adaptive Call for rates Alpine Terrain Rating: 15% Novice, 25% Intermediate, 35% Advanced, 25% Expert Chairlifts: 10 chairs, including 7 high-speed quads. Day Lodges: Six, including the mid-mountain Pine Marten Lodge and the Nordic Center. High-speed internet in Sunrise and West Village base lodges. Nordic Skiing: More than a dozen trails with 56 km of machine-groomed tracks. Nordic Terrain Rating: 5% Beginner, 69% Intermediate and 26% Expert. Ski Shuttles: Catch the Mt. Bachelor Shuttle to the mountain from its Park & Ride lot in Bend. Pine Marten Lodge Ski shuttle at Mt. Bachelor service is also available from Sunriver, Seventh Mountain Resort and Pronghorn. Kids Ski/Ride Free: “Kids Ski/ Ride FREE” offer is for anyone in the family 12 or younger to get free lift tickets with a parent purchase of an adult multiday ticket. Day-care Center: Mt. Bachelor offers a state-licensed day-care center that provides care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Ski Report: (541) 382-7888 or (800) 829-2442 Trail map: Available at the Central Oregon Visitors Association or at the mountain. Information/Reservations: (800) 829-2442 or mtbachelor.com *rates subject to change

Powder Perfection

On Top of the World: Mt. Bachelor

rom the day it opened more than fifty-five years ago, Mt. Bachelor gained a well deserved reputation for its deep powder, long season and incredible vistas. On clear days you can see for miles north over the Three Sisters Wilderness, west over the High Cascade Lakes, south towards Crater Lake and east over the High Desert. From the summit, it feels as if you are on top of the world. Over the years, Mt. Bachelor added to its luster by becoming one of America's first ski areas to welcome snowboarders, embrace telemark skiing, and install high-speed lifts. The resort was also in the forefront of the cross-country ski boom, adding a groomed trail system in the late 1970s. Today Mt. Bachelor is the model of a complete snow-sports resort with 360-degree lift-served groomed skiing and riding from its volcanic summit. Off the groomers, there is plenty of untouched gladed tree skiing over Bachelor's 3,683 acres. It's a cruiser's delight–where nearly every acre of terrain can be skied by just about anyone. New to the mountain and not sure where to ride? A friendly team of Mountain

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Ambassadors is there to make you feel welcome and safe on the mountain. (They might even show you a few of their secret powder stashes.) If you seek big air and tricks, the terrain parks are your playground. Good to know that with just a wee bit of planning, kids up to age 12 can ski and ride for free when a parent buys a multiday ticket four or more days in advance. Kids younger than five ski for free all season. Close to the West Village Lodge is the liftserved Snowblast Tubing Park where kids of all ages can zoom down a groomed runway. Two base lodges offer rentals and lessons, as well as first-rate food and beverages. Up on the hill, the Pine Marten Lodge offers a memorable ski-in-ski-out respite during your day on the slopes. Directly across the main parking lot from the tubing park, terrain park and lifts is the Mt. Bachelor Nordic Center with 56 kilometers of groomed trails for both skate skiing and classic skiing. From its classic log cabin structure, the Nordic Center offers lessons, rentals and a wood-burning stove to cozy up to for a snack (maybe the region's best burritos) and hot chocolate.

WINTER KIRK DEVOL

Hoodoo Hoodoo

Almanac Elevation: Summit 5,703 feet Base: 4,668 feet Vertical Drop: 1,035 feet Maximum Run Length: 3 miles Number of Runs: 32 Average Annual Snowfall: 450" Average Annual Snow Base: 120-180" 2014-20 15 Rates*: alpine x-country $48-$54 $14-$16 Adult (13-64) $31-$37 $10-$12 Junior (6-12) $31-$37 $10-$12 Senior (65+) Free Child (5 and under) Free NIGHT SKIING: Fri.-Sat. beginning Dec. 19 (3:30 p.m.-9 p.m.) $20-$22 Adult Youth/Senior $16-$18 Alpine terrain rating: 30% Novice, 30% Intermediate, 40% Advanced Chairlifts: 5 chairs, including three quads. Hoodoo

Night Skiing

Hoodoo You Love

entral Oregon's only night-skiing destination, the Hoodoo Ski Area just west of Sisters lets you ski under the stars (and the lights) on Fridays and Saturdays. Hoodoo, open Thursdays through Mondays, offers uncrowded, affordable, family-friendly charm along with three high-speed quad lifts, thirty-two runs and 806 skiable and rideable acres. With nearly all the runs ending at the main ski bowl near the lodge, it's easy for families and friends to stay together, and the Mountain Cubs area is for ages 4 to 6. Beginners will love Hoodoo's new â&#x20AC;&#x153;1-2-3 and Rent For Freeâ&#x20AC;? program that gives first-timers: three two-hour lessons, three lift tickets and three equipment rentals, followed by free equipment rentals for the rest of the year, all for $149. And everyone can appreciate the easy in-and-out terrain from Hoodoo's spacious, 60,000-squarefoot lodge, close to the chair lifts. Even non-skiers can tap into gravity-fueled

excitement with downhill snowbikes, essentially bikes on skis, and at the Autobahn Tubing Park. One of the largest cable tows in the country takes riders to the top of the hill for more than 800 feet of inner-tubing downhill fun. Another way to enjoy this terrain is on the 19 kilometers of groomed crosscountry ski trails. Hoodoo also offers the most ski-in, ski-out RV hookups in Oregon. With thirty-two RV spaces just a few steps from the lodge, it's easy to order a Hoodoo Voodoo IPA and tailgate right from your RV or trailer. Bring plenty of firewood and a fire pit to cozy up around the flame at night to watch the snow fall. Or, stay at cozy accommodations or spacious cabins in the woods at nearby Suttle Lake, Camp Sherman or Black Butte Ranch. Hot tip: Black Butte Ranch offers packages starting at $165 including two lift tickets or four tubing passes, two free movie tickets and a free pizza.

Day Lodge: Hoodoo has one centrally located lodge with rentals, a ski shop, a restaurant and a bar. The Autobahn Tubing hill has its own warming hut with food service. Nordic Skiing: The Hoodoo Nordic trails are groomed on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. On non-holiday Thursdays, Hoodoo doesn't groom and skiing is free. The trails are usually closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Ski shuttles: From Eugene, contact Berg's Ski Shop for schedule (800) 800-1953. Deals: 2-for-1 Military Mondays for armed forces veterans. 2-for-1 Thrifty Thursday lift tickets,$19; 2-for-1 Autobahn and night skiing coupons at local U.S. Cellular stores. See skihoodoo.com for the latest deals and special offers. Day-care Center: Hoodoo Day Care can accommodate five children ages 18 months to 4 years. $65 for a full day or $16/hour with 2-hour minimum. Lunch is $6 extra. Please call to reserve: (541) 822-3799 ext. 6952 Information: For questions about lessons and programs, email srsoffice@hoodoo.com or call (541) 822-3799, ext. 6510. Ski Report: (541) 822-3337 www.skihoodoo.com

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48 Hours

Hoodoo’s Autobahn Tubing Park

Elk Lake Resort

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Sno-Park Permits

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nated sno-parks when you go cross-country skiing

Winter Weekend

and sledding. Pick up your

48 Hours: Winter Fun 3 Ways It's a triple play when it comes to the perfect two-day winter stay in Central Oregon—starting and ending with three distinct experiences.

sno-park permit at the Central Oregon Visitors Association office. Get the details at visitcentraloregon.com Keyword: PERMITS

SISTERS

BEND

Based out of Sisters, after a pleasant night's stay at FivePine Lodge or in a cozy vacation home from Sisters Vacation Rentals, head to one of the town's renowned bakeries to start the day. Or if you're staying at Black Butte Ranch or Best Western Ponderosa Lodge, you may linger over breakfast there. Then head to Hoodoo Ski Area to ski, ride or do a little inner tubing down these Cascade slopes. After a morning full of downhill runs, head back to Sisters for a late lunch or refreshments at the Three Creeks Brewing Company. If you haven't been able to find time to see the latest movie, head next door to the Sisters Movie House, built inside a big red barn. If you didn't hit the slopes, there's always the Sisters Athletic Club and Shibui Spa at FivePine Lodge, a two-minute walk from the theater and brew pub. Day two is exploration day. It begins in Sisters with a relaxed crosscountry ski tour on the Peterson Ridge trail system, a hike around nearby Suttle Lake or an amble along the Metolius River and into Camp Sherman. Try lunch at Black Butte Ranch. Back in town, stroll the art galleries or hit the winter series of the Sisters Folk Festival for big acts in an intimate setting. For dinner, try Jen's Garden, serving cuisine inspired by southern France.

If you're launching from Bend, and staying at DoubleTree, The Riverhouse Hotel or the Hilton Garden Inn, try McKay Cottage or Rockin' Daves Bagel Bistro before heading up for a day of alpine skiing. Those wanting to be a bit closer to Mt. Bachelor will find a haven at Seventh Mountain Resort, five miles from downtown on the way to the ski area. Legs a bit weary and ready to head back from the slopes, stop by the Seventh Mountain Resort's Rimrock Bar for après ski or head right to town for a brew and a burger at either Deschutes Brewery or Cascade Lakes Brewing Co. Lodge. Come evening, Bend has dozens of wonderful dining options such as the venerable Pine Tavern near Mirror Pond in the heart of the city. After dinner, downtown has several music clubs, regular big-time music acts at the Tower Theatre, wine bars and places to simply sit back and relax after a long day on the mountain. Or, an alternative itinerary for Bend would be to start off the day heading up Century Drive for crosscountry skiing at one of the designated sno-parks, sledding at Wanoga Sno-Park or dogsledding with Oregon Trail of Dreams at Mt. Bachelor. Back in town, explore the shopping downtown or in the Old Mill District. The dinner fare runs from Kebaba Middle Eastern to 5 Fusion and Sushi Bar, to Pacific Northwest seafood at Anthony's at the Old Mill. There are top-notch restaurants for every whim here.

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48 Hours

Sage Springs Club & Spa

FivePine Lodge

Sunriver Resort

SUNRIVER

A third two-day excursion starts in Sunriver, with its wide variety of accommodations from lodge rooms and condos to rental homes. In winter, Sunriver is like being in a classic European alpine mountain community—small enough to walk everywhere yet replete with a central shopping and restaurant village. The drive to Mt. Bachelor from Sunriver is short. When your legs can't take any more on the mountain, head back to Sunriver Resort, where there's Sage Springs Club & Spa to minister to aches and pains, Sunriver Brewing Company for conviviality and

several excellent dining choices at the Lodge, the Village Bar & Grill and The Village at Sunriver. Day two in Sunriver starts with a leisurely breakfast at Merchant Trader Café before heading up to Edison Butte for a cross-country ski tour. By the way, you can bring your canine pal along with you; dogs are welcome at Edison Butte. Ending the tour with a picnic lunch on the snow is a fitting finale to two wonderful Central Oregon days.

WINTER DIRECTORY CULINARY TOURS

Smith Rock Ranch

ICE SKATING

SKI AREAS

The Well Traveled Fork

1250 NW Wilcox Terrebonne, OR 97760 (541) 504-1414 pumpkinco.com

Redmond Ice Skating Rink

Hoodoo Ski Area

(541) 312-0097 welltraveledfork.com

FAMILY FUN Cascade Indoor Sports 20775 High Desert Lane Bend, OR 97701 (541) 330-1183 cascadeindoorsports.com

High Desert Museum 59800 S. Hwy. 97 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 382-4754 highdesertmuseum.org

Sun Mountain Fun Center 300 NE River Mall Ave. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 382-6161 sunmountainfun.com

Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic & Recreation Center/SHARC 57250 Overlook Rd. Sunriver, OR 97707 (541) 585-5000 sunriversharc.com

446 SW 7th St. Redmond, OR 97756 visitredmondoregon.com

Seventh Mountain Resort 18575 SW Century Dr. Bend, OR 97702 (866) 976-2482 seventhmountain.com

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PO Box 4188 Sunriver, OR 97707 (541) 593-8887 coadventures.com

Mt. Bachelor

Elk Lake Resort

13000 SW Century Dr. Bend, OR 97702 (800) 829-2442 mtbachelor.com

TOURING & OUTFITTERS

57100 Beaver Dr., Bldg. 20 Sunriver, OR 97707 (541) 593-5948 sunrivericerink.com

4 Seasons Recreational Outfitters

1001 Bradbury Way Bend, OR 97701 bendparksandrec.org

Santiam Pass, Hwy. 20 (541) 822-3799 ticket office (541) 822-3337 snow phone hoodoo.com

The Village at Sunriver

Simpson Ave. Ice Rink & Pavilion

Central Oregon Adventures

57195 Beaver Drive Sunriver, OR 97707 (541) 593-2255 4sro.com

60000 Century Dr. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 480-7378 elklakeresort.net

Powder House 311 SW Century Dr. Bend, OR 97702 (541) 389-6234 powderhousebend.com

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Spotlight

Seventh Mountain Resort Spend a winter afternoon on Central Oregon's finest sheet of ice - located at Seventh Mountain Resort. Cosmic Skate with laser lights available every Friday night. We offer lessons for wobbly kneed beginners and advanced figure skaters. Skate rentals available along with hot cocoa, a full restaurant, lounge and fire pits. Open to the public, check the website for hours of operation.

For more than 35 years, Powder House has been Central Oregon’s premier ski and snow sports store. The friendly and knowledgeable staff is dedicated to providing you with the very best customer service. It is their goal to help you make your buying decisions and to increase your enjoyment on the snow. Powder House has the largest demo and rental center in Bend and offers a full service repair shop, including overnight waxing and repair. 311 SW Century Drive, Bend ⬥ (541) 389-6234 ⬥ powderhousebend.com

18575 SW Century Drive, Bend ⬥ (541) 693-9124 seventhmountain.com

4 Seasons Recreational Outfitters

Elk Lake Resort

Sunriver, Oregon

For over 30 years our friendly, experienced staff has been serving Central Oregon residents and visitors. We provide you with insider knowledge to the best recreational pursuits in the area and outfit you with everything you need to fully enjoy your experience. Whether you’re biking on the 30+ miles of paved bike paths here in Sunriver, or exploring the spectacular mountain biking and winter sports throughout Central Oregon, we have what you need. (541) 593-2255 ⬥ www.4sro.com

Nestled amongst Three Sisters, Broken Top and Mt. Bachelor, Elk Lake Resort's majestic mountain views are the perfect backdrop for cross country skiing, snow shoeing, ice fishing and snowmobiling. Or simply come and relax in one of Oregon's most beautiful destination spots! 60000 Century Drive, Bend ⬥ (541) 480-7378 ⬥ elklakeresort.net

Snowmobile Excursions

Alpine Entertainment Open Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's Day! • Newly remodeled ice rink. • Open midNovember to early April. • Covered rink for Central Oregon’s best conditioned ice. Bring in this ad for a "buy one admission get the second of equal or lesser value free" (including rental skates). Blackout dates: Nov. 28, 29th / Dec. 20 – Jan. 4th. Expires March 1, 2015. For more info please call 541-593-5948 or visit sunrivericerink.com 57100 Beaver Dr. Building #20, Sunriver ⬥ (541) 593-5948 ⬥ sunrivericerink.com

Explore the beautiful backcountry of Central Oregon on a snowmobile! Central Oregon Adventures offers several exhilarating guided and non-guided trips for both experienced and novice riders. Enjoy breathtaking views and make memories that will last you a lifetime as you explore the high lakes and powder-filled meadows throughout the scenic Cascade Mountain Range. Trips depart daily November through April from the Wanoga Sno-Park near Mt. Bachelor. Call and book your trip today!

PO Box 4188, Sunriver ⬥ (541) 593-8887 ⬥ coadventures.com

Sun Mountain Fun Center Sun Mountain Fun Center is Central Oregon’s premier family fun center featuring 24 lanes of bowling, indoor bumper cars, 18 holes of mini-golf, go-karts, batting cages, a fun-packed arcade with redemption prizes, and a full-service restaurant featuring award-winning homemade pizza, along with a variety of healthy menu options for the whole family. At Sun Mountain Fun Center, we pride ourselves in providing a safe, clean environment where friends and family can enjoy quality time together having a great time. 300 River Mall Ave., Bend ⬥ (541) 382-6161 ⬥ sunmountainfun.com

The Pine Ridge Inn is Bend Oregon's premier boutique hotel offering spacious accommodations overlooking the Deschutes River and the Old Mill. Minutes from downtown and on the road to Mt. Bachelor, Pine Ridge Inn is at the heart of rich recreation and is fully equipped to accommodate all of your lodging needs. An active member of Unique Inns®, the Pine Ridge Inn is Bend's finest boutique hotel awaiting your next getaway to Central Oregon. 1200 SW Mt. Bachelor Drive ⬥ (541) 389-6137 ⬥ pineridgeinn.com

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Retreat

Like few other places, Central Oregon melds hard play with all kinds of wonderful retreats to suit every lifestyle and preference.

Sparks Lake Name of Location Trailhead Lodge at Pronghorn

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From urban-chic downtown digs to rustic luxury and private vacation home rentals, you'll find every style of comfort and convenience for your getaway. Discover why our region has been hailed nationally as the “Best Place to Reboot in the West.” Downtown, Indie Style

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When Kyla and Brandon Sauer visited Bend more than a dozen years ago, the words “upscale” and “boutique” weren't part of the lodging vocabulary. But after a recent stay in the urban-chic Oxford Hotel in the heart of downtown, the Seattle couple's impression of this formerly sleepy logging town was completely revamped. “It was upscale without the stuffiness,” Brandon recalled. “And the location was ideal. During our three days there, we walked everywhere.” They visited during the annual BendFilm Festival in October. The growing independent film event happens at theaters throughout Bend, from intimate downtown venues such as McMenamins Old St. Francis School to the historic Tower Theatre. “We had read a little about the festival and were really impressed by it,” Brandon recalled. “It had an upscale polish worthy of a big-city event but with a rare feeling of authenticity.” They plan to come back in summer and rent a charming little downtown bungalow from Bend Vacation Rentals. “With our own place we can experience Bend like locals and go hiking, biking, float the Deschutes River and walk to great craft brewpubs, restaurants, boutiques and outdoor concerts,” Kyla said.

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Basecamp for Adventure

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When Lisa and Ron Akin were looking for lodging in Central Oregon, they chose Tetherow, described online as “your basecamp for adventure.” “That's exactly what we were looking for–a place to set up shop for a few days, close to everything we knew Central Oregon had to offer,” Lisa said. The family of four from San Francisco had packed their vacation itinerary with whitewater rafting, mountain biking, hiking and other active pursuits. “At the new lodges, the mountain bike trails were literally right outside our door,” said Ron. “We could have ridden our bikes downtown for dinner, but we stopped at Cascade Lakes Brewing Co. because it was just so close.” Closer still was the Northwest cuisine at Tetherow Grill and casual fare at The Row. Each evening, they relaxed on their balcony overlooking the golf course and Bend. “The lodge was the perfect spot to come home to after each adventure-filled day.”

Rustic Yet Luxurious

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After their annual weekend of RV camping for the Sisters Rodeo in June, Portland's Maureen and Monty Randolph discovered FivePine

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Lodge campus when they went to Three Creeks Brewery and the Sisters Movie House one night. They decided a luxury cabin at FivePine Lodge would be the way to go in 2015. “We could walk to the heart of Sisters and all the activities in minutes, yet feet like we were out in the wild at FivePine,” Maureen said. “The Shibui Spa at FivePine was delightful, too.” They are planning another trip with friends and family for hiking, fishing and taking in the acclaimed Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show in July. For that, they may opt for a fully-equipped cabin or home from Sisters Vacation Rentals or Cascade Vacation Rentals. Lake Creek Lodge or Metolius River Lodges are other possibilities. “I'm really looking forward to having a great time with family and buddies and phenomenal fishing along the Metolius,” said Monty.

The Cultural Hub

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Brian Palmer recalled planning a family vacation to the Kah-Nee-Ta Resort and Spa at Warm Springs that would be filled with fun, adventure and culture. Although it offers luxurious amenities and lodging, his son was immediately sold on the idea of staying in a giant canvas teepee, complete with a fire pit inside. “My wife Sarah wasn't sold on it at first, but when I told her about the spa, museum, thermal swimming pool–and that we'd also be staying in a luxurious lodge after just one night of 'roughing it,' she was definitely on board.” Throw in some opportunities for world-class fly-fishing on the Deschutes, a round of golf and horseback riding and Kah-Nee-Ta has everything for the memorable family getaway you've been dreaming about.

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“Two things helped us choose Rest easy. Central Oregon Central Oregon for our annual has plenty of fantastic places to stay. The most family trip in winter,” said Kay thorough directory of Merrell of Sacramento. “My lodging in Bend, Sunriver, husband and I wanted to ski Redmond and Sisters is on while the kids could work on their our website, where you'll snowboarding tricks in the halffind every option. pipe. We also wanted to stay near the slopes and have lots of resort Get the details at amenities.” Mt. Bachelor achieved visitcentraloregon.com goal one, and Mount Bachelor Keyword: LODGING Village Resort met goal two. “The best thing about Bachelor is the variety of terrain,” said Kay. “As for Mount Bachelor Village Resort, having a spacious condo unit where we could cook meals, watch movies, swim, hot tub and relax proved to be ideal and just about a fifteen-minute drive to the slopes.”

Golf Retreat

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Troy Rarick's annual golf outing with his buddies at Brasada Ranch in Powell Butte was a standout. “Talk about the feeling of getting away from it all–we weren't quite expecting to feel this relaxed during our guys' golf trip,” he said. With the resort's award-winning golf course and a couple dozen more a short drive away, they knew the golf would be world-class. It was the luxury cabin and hot tub with stunning views, fine dining, evenings around the fire pit and afternoon pool time that almost W W W . V I S I T C E N T R A L O R E G O N . C O M

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let them forget the missed three-footers that day. “This year's trip was a complete experience,” Troy said. “The whole vibe of the area, the serenity, it was an experience we plan to have again.”

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rant. “There's something in the air here that makes me slow down

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Lisa Edwards was having a tough time planning her family reunion, until she discovered Sunriver Vacation Rentals. “The vacation home rentals had every amenity and could conveniently accommodate the twenty-one family members coming from all around the U.S. “I wanted to create great memories for everyone, and we did. We rafted, went to the High Desert Museum, played golf, rode horses, bicycled, fished, lounged at the pool and went to the waterpark. It was all easy, too–getting everyone to Sunriver, having the resort's terrific restaurants, its grocery stores, the glorious weather. The kids are already planning the fun for next year's reunion here.”

Rustic Getaway black butte ranch Black Butte Ranch is like coming home for John Kenyon Ellis of Seattle, who grew up coming here with his parents every summer, and most Christmases. “It was paradise then and still is,” John said. “Now I bring my own family along and it's just wonderful.” There's golf on the Glaze Meadow and Big Meadow courses, the children get lots of pool time and bike seemingly endless trails. They

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the scenic Metolius River, dinners at the lodge, visiting the shops and galleries in Sisters and dining at Jen's Garden, a world-class restauand enjoy every minute of the day. It's special.” said John.

Wed, Play and Stay ... In Luxury

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With more than 300 sunny days a year, moderate temperatures, and fresh, country air, this region is a perfect wedding destination. The rugged, Western atmosphere plus the modern amenities of the area's luxury resorts are a winning combination. “Central Oregon is a remarkable place to get married,” said Kacie Stott of Stott Shots Photography in Bend. “It's very easy to accommodate weddings any time of the year.” The bridal registry at Nicole Michelle in Bend offers gracious service so that every detail is in place when you arrive. Come a few days early for fun and luxurious spa treatments. Resort concierges will help organize all of the activities, from brewery and distillery tours to golf outings at award-winning golf courses. At night, gather with your group around a cozy bonfire, and make s'mores while everyone tells stories about the day's adventures and toasts the bride and groom.

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Find your pioneering spirit in Sisters Country

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Make your escape to the gateway to Central Oregon, where the air is clear, the stars are bright, and the sun is warm. Discover the excitement of white-water rafting or rock climbing; embark on an adventurous hike or mountain bike ride through our backyard - the Deschutes National Forest; embrace the visual treasures at galleries or enjoy a special event. Similar to settlers years ago, come discover for yourself all the adventure that Sisters Country has to offer ~ Find your pioneering spirit by visiting one of these Sisters Country properties or www.SistersCountry.com

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Pronghorn—An Auberge Resort

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An 1,800-acre destination community located seven miles west of Sisters on Highway 20, nestled beneath the Cascade Mountain range with sweeping views of Three Sisters, Mt. Washington, Black Butte, Broken Top, Three Fingered Jack and Mt. Jefferson. The family-friendly property offers two championship golf courses, four swimming pools, award-winning restaurants, full-service spa and four-season recreational opportunities.

Brasada Ranch brasada.com

Luxury in a rustic setting with stunning panoramas on 1,800 acres. Farm-to-table cuisine dining at Range Restaurant, and Ranch House suites with private infinity hot tubs and fire pits. Golf, spa, swimming, horseback riding and the best of a modern laid-back pioneer lifestyle. Plus a golf course known for the best 18 views in Central Oregon where no two holes run parallel.

Luxury lodging overlooking the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. With fine restaurants and amenities such as pools and hot tubs. Each two- to fourbedroom residence is appointed with exceptional interiors including gourmet kitchens, private patios with fire pits and barbeques, original artwork, home theater systems and full concierge services. Customize any package to fit your family's needs.

Riverhouse Hotel & Convention Center riverhouse.com

Nestled along the Deschutes River in Bend, the hotel and convention center is home to River's Edge Golf Course, a par-72 championship course named by Golf Digest as among the “Best Places to Play.” Indoor and outdoor pools and spas, fitness center, tennis courts, Deschutes River trails, a free full breakfast each morning and Crossings steak house.

Eagle Crest Resort

Seventh Mountain Resort

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Full-service destination family resort located just outside the city of Redmond on 1,700 acres in the high desert. With the Ridge, Resort and Challenge golf courses for links lovers, plus pools, a putting course, bike trails, Splash Park, playgrounds, Coyote Club programs and more. Experience the $3M lodge renovation.

Located just five miles from Bend, it is the closest lodging to Mt. Bachelor fourteen miles away. A premier location for biking, hiking, whitewater rafting, kids camps and horseback riding, ice skating, skiing and shopping. The heated pools and hot tubs are open year-round. Here, you will be encircled by peaks, lakes, meadows, culture, adventure, breweries, festivals and family fun.

Kah-Nee-Ta Resort & Spa

Sunriver Resort

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Just two hours from Portland and an hour from Redmond on the Warm Springs Indian Reservation. The lodge guest rooms with private balconies and the Village Rooms with kitchenettes also accept pets. Both include admission to the Hot Springs Pool. TeePees offer a true Native American experience. Full hookup RV sites for motorhomes, travel trailers, tent trailers, trucks with campers and fifth wheels.

AAA Four Diamond Resort, guest rooms to six-bedroom homes, 63-holes of golf, spa, stables, marina, dining, in an authentic setting rich with history. The resort is integrated into an environment of natural beauty and endless activities. Find adventure, discovery, relaxation, inspiration and ultimately, lasting and treasured memories. A signature property of the Destination Hotels & Resorts collection.

Mount Bachelor Village

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Choose a hotel room, a river-view condo or vacation rental home. Enjoy indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs, free use of cruiser bikes, nearby golf courses, the Deschutes River scenic walking trail, hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and cross-country ski trails. Plus a 5,400-square-foot conference center.

The new Tetherow Lodges feature fabulous accommodations overlooking the resort's award-winning David McLay Kidd championship golf course and westward toward the Cascade Range. Expect a distinctive experience at this “luxury base camp” just off the road to Mt. Bachelor and minutes from downtown Bend and the Old Mill District.

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■ Sleep Inn & Suites 1847 N. Hwy. 97, Redmond 97756 (541) 504-1500

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■ Best Western Ponderosa Lodge 500 Hwy 20w, Sisters 97759 (541) 549-1234 ponderosalodgeinsisters.com

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◊ Desert Pine Properties PO Box 2306, Bend 97709 (541) 388-9973 desertpineproperties.com

$150-$350

▲ FivePine Lodge 1021 Desperado Tr., Sisters 97759 (541) 549-5900 fivepinelodge.com

$149-$317

� Long Hollow Ranch 71105 Holmes Rd., Sisters 97759 (541) 923-1901 lhranch.com

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◊ Bennington Properties, LLC 56842 Venture Lane, PO Box 3367, Sunriver 97707 (866) 628-1303

$110-$900

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◊ Cascara Vacation Rentals PO Box 4518, Sunriver 97707 (800) 531-1130 cascaravacations.com

$140-$900

◊ Discover Sunriver Vacation Rentals 57100 Beaver Dr., Sunriver Village Mall 7, Sunriver 97707

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◆ StoneRidge Townhomes at Sunriver 1 Peppermill Circle, PO Box 3938, Sunriver 97707 (800) 255-2506

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△ Cold Springs Resort RV 25615 Cold Springs Resort Lane, Camp Sherman 97730 (541) 595-6271 coldspringsresort.com

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△ Cove Palisades State Park 7300 Jordan Rd., Culver 97734 (541) 546-3412 oregonstateparks.org

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△ Deschutes Expo Center RV Park 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond 97756 (541) 548-2711 expo.deschutes.org

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△ Sisters Creekside Campground Locust St., Sisters 97759 (541) 549-6022 www.ci.sisters.or.us/parks.html

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△ Smith Rock State Park 9241 NE Crooked River Dr., Terrebonne 97760 (541) 548-7501 oregonstateparks.org $5pp/per night

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The Riverhouse Hotel & Conference Center

Bend Dutch Vacation Rentals

Nestled along the Deschutes River and located just minutes from downtown Bend, The Riverhouse Hotel & Conference Center features 220 comfortable rooms with spa, fireplace, and kitchen suites. As a guest, enjoy a free, full hot breakfast buffet each morning of your stay. Take advantage of our indoor and outdoor pools and spas, complete workout facility, year-round championship golf at River’s Edge Golf Course or dinner at our award-winning Crossings restaurant. 3075 U.S. 97 Business, Bend ⬥ (541) 389-3111 ⬥ riverhouse.com

Stay in a luxury home or a cottage! As a boutique vacation rental company, Bend Dutch offers over 50 homes in downtown Bend and the walkable West side. Our homes place you close to shopping, restaurants, breweries, events and skiing. Many of our homes are pet friendly and offer hot tubs. We are here for your vacation or long term stay. Book online or call us for “your home away from home.” 777 NW Wall Street, Suite 106 Bend ⬥ (866) 322-0218 ⬥ benddutchrentals.com

Mount Bachelor Village Resort

The Oxford Hotel

Discover an urban oasis in the middle of the great outdoors. Capturing the warm hospitality and adventurous heart of Bend, the OXFORD Hotel welcomes travelers amid a backdrop of snow-covered peaks and the high-desert plateaus of Central Oregon. Without a detail overlooked, this four-star boutique hotel fuses an eco-friendly design and convenient downtown location with luxurious amenities and incomparable service. Rated a 2014 Top 10 US Hotel by TripAdvisor, the OXFORD Hotel is a member of Preferred Boutique. 10 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend 97701 ⬥ (877) 440-8436 ⬥ oxfordhotelbend.com

Desert Pine Properties Interested in a visit to Bend? Relocating? Get local insight from Desert Pine Properties, LLC. Full service Real Estate Company VACATION RENTALS~LONG TERM RENTALS~SALES. Nancy Dyer, Principal Broker- licensed in the state of Oregon since 1980. Deborah Posso, Broker – licensed in the state of Oregon since 2012 415 NW Hill Street Bend, OR 97701 ⬥ (541) 388-9973 ⬥ desertpineproperties.com

StoneRidge Townhomes at Sunriver

StoneRidge Townhomes at Sunriver offers vacation rentals in 2 or 3 bedroom spacious and beautifully furnished townhomes. Guests have full access to the resort amenities including onsite management, clubhouse with pool, steam room, sauna, exercise room, bicycles and two tennis courts. A private setting with convenient access to the Village at Sunriver. Call StoneRidge Townhomes at 800-255-2506 to secure your next vacation. 1 Peppermill Circle, Sunriver OR 97707 ⬥ stoneridgetownhomes.com

Situated above the spectacular Deschutes River and minutes from downtown Bend and the Old Mill District, you will find one of Bend’s best kept secrets. Mount Bachelor Village Resort offers an array of overnight accommodations, a full-service conference center, endless recreational opportunities with easy access to the Cascade Lakes Highway, and just 19 miles to Mt Bachelor. If you are looking for your next family or group getaway, look no further! 19717 Mt. Bachelor Dr., Bend ⬥ (877) 328-8915 ⬥ mtbachelorvillage.com

Metolius River Lodges From the moment you arrive at the Metolius River Lodges (13 cabins on the banks of the river) you can feel the weight of the world melting away. 15 miles northwest of Sisters, wood & gas fireplaces, 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms, 800-595-6290 metoliusriverlodges.com. Also CASCADE VACATION RENTALS is available for full-time or vacation rentals in Central Oregon. The staff includes expertise in leasing, management and maintenance. cascadevacationrentals.net metolius river lodges ⬥ (800) 595-6290 cascade vacation rentals ⬥ (877) 540-1086

Bend Vacation Rentals There's no better way to enjoy a fun and relaxing vacation in beautiful Bend, Oregon, than staying in a private home. We specialize in elegantly appointed homes on Bend's desirable west side. Our vacation rentals are convenient to world class mountain biking, alpine and nordic skiing and recreation on the Deschutes River. Many of our homes have hot tubs, views, gourmet kitchens, fireplaces, Wi/Fi, cable and are pet friendly. We are here for your long term and corporate stays. Book online or call us. (877) 385.9492 ⬥ bendvacationrentals.com

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Inspire and invigorate your guests amid remarkable views, exciting golf and adventurous offerings, for an event that creates a lasting impact.

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The work-hard, play-hard vibe of Central Oregon makes it ideal for effective business retreats and fabulous weddings, too.

ake the elements that make up the quality of life here— biking, fishing, skiing, hiking and paddling—and add them to your next business retreat agenda. The area's state-ofthe-art facilities will help keep your staff focused, and the destination will be the reward that will keep them inspired

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Sunriver Resort

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Sunriver Resort captures the spirit of the Pacific Northwest and the hearts of meeting planners everywhere. One of the nation's top golf destinations also boasts premier meeting facilities, “Four Diamond” service and the largest resort conference center in the Northwest. That's why it is a top annual venue choice for many global organizations.

Eagle Crest Resort

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Small group meetings and events are a big priority for Black Butte Ranch. Located just eight miles from the charming Western-themed town of Sisters, Black Butte Ranch offers a spectacular setting for executive retreats, reunions and weddings.

Mount Bachelor Village Resort

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This resort conference center offers 5,000 square feet of flexible meeting and banquet space and all meeting rooms boast floor-to-ceiling windows framing stellar surroundings. The covered pavilion with radiant heat, lights and sound and the outdoor patio add another 3,000 square feet that is perfect for receptions or al fresco dining.

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State-of-the-art meeting facilities here include flexible meeting space options, tailored catering (including kosher menus by request) and the latest in audio-visual technology, making this resort's laid-back setting perfect for conferences, meetings and retreats.

Black Butte Ranch Resort

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The only 36,000-square-foot space on the Deschutes River for events, with a 16,000-square-foot ballroom and a nearly 14,000-square-foot exhibition hall. It is the largest meeting space east of the Cascade Mountains, and the third-largest in Oregon, with services and amenities to accommodate up to 1,200 guests. W W W . V I S I T C E N T R A L O R E G O N . C O M

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Strategically located at the hub of the tri-county area, the Expo Center plays host to a wide range of events, including concerts, sporting events, automotive shows, trade shows, weddings, reunions and more. The venue offers spectacular panoramic views of the Cascades, meticulously manicured grounds and more than 100 acres of parking.

With nationally renowned golf courses and unparalleled dining and spa treatments, Pronghorn offers a one-of-a-kind experience. Discover why Travel + Leisure voted it the “#1 Golf Community in the Country” by playing through its Jack Nicklaus Signature Course. Enjoy opulent accommodations along the 18th hole, in a junior suite or in multibedroom accommodations.

Kah-Nee-Ta Resort

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More than 15,000 square feet of meeting space and accommodations for up to 300, with fine and casual dining, a spa, two pools, an 18-hole championship golf course, and a range of recreational activities. Plus gaming nearby at the new Indian Head Casino.

Brasada Ranch

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A luxury resort and golf course sixteen miles northeast of Bend with Spa Brasada, a 17,000-square-foot athletic center, equestrian and children's programs and catch-and-release fishing. Relax in lodge suites or high-end cabins. An 18-hole golf course designed by PGA TOUR professionals Peter Jacobsen and Jim Hardy tops off this resort, rated a Northwest favorite by Condé Nast Traveler.

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Express the personality and style of your event at this premium resort, with its David McLay Kidd championship golf course, new Tetherow Lodges, staggering views of the Cascades, and endless mountain biking trails at its doorstep. Right off the road to Mt. Bachelor and minutes from downtown and the Old Mill District, with seating for up to 250, and 400 in a social setting.

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Californian Chelsea Harding knew what she wanted for her wedding–spectacular scenery that would be easy to reach for family and friends across the country. She found it in Central Oregon, which offered destination resorts, boutique hotels, a vineyard and other venues offering endless views, impeccable service and accommodations to suit a diversity of guests. Looking back on her wedding at Black Butte Ranch with full views of Mt. Washington and the Three Sisters mountains, Chelsea said, “It was so perfect. It certainly made saying 'I do' so memorable.”

Janet Breyer of Denver wanted to get married in Bend, where she grew up. She chose the back garden at McMenamins Old St. Francis School. The historic downtown school was turned into a brewpub, hotel and cottages, where her guests stayed. “It was so intimate and romantic, plus it was easy for our guests to explore Bend,” she said.

wedded to outdoor fun Gabi Duarte of Portland wants everyone at her wedding weekend this fall to join in the outdoor activities that she and her fiance love. That's why they chose Sunriver Resort. “The air is different there–clean and beautiful,” Gabi said. “We love to hike, standup paddle on the Deschutes and go biking. At the Oregon Observatory in Sunriver, we saw the moons of Jupiter for the first time, which was very special for us.” After all of the fun outdoors, the Great Hall, a historic structure made of huge timbers, will be the perfect setting for the celebration, she said.

unbridled luxury The national buzz about Central Oregon in major media from Travel + Leisure to The New York Times, gave Stephanie Callicott of Los Angeles the idea of having her wedding here. She selected a sunset ceremony at the new wedding island at Pronghorn, an Auberge resort set on 640 acres surrounded by the stunning views of the Cascades. A stone-lined bridge connects to the 7,000-square-foot island in a lake on the worldclass golf course, providing a dramatic entrance for the bride amid panoramic views. “Every detail was absolutely unparalleled, and the island was the pinnacle of luxury and privacy,” Stephanie said.

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LODGING ROOMS

Aspen Lakes Golf Course Sisters (541) 549-4653 aspenlakes.com

3,700

Bend Golf & Country Club Bend (541) 382-3261 bendgolfclub.com

4,800

Bend Inn & Suites Bend (541) 388-4114 bendinnsuites.com

600

Bend Parks & Recreation (541) 389-7275 bendparksandrec.org

10,372

5 plus 17 parks/shelters

Bend Three Sisters Inn & Suites Bend (541) 382-1515 bendthreesistersinn.com

1,000

100

Best Western Newberry Station La Pine (800) 210-8616 (541) 536-5130 book.bestwestern.com

600

Black Butte Ranch 7 miles west of Sisters (800) 452-7455 (541) 595-6211 blackbutteranch.com

2,500+

100+ vacation rentals

Brasada Ranch 14 mi SE of Redmond Airport Bend/Powell Butte (888) 329-0194 brasada.com

12,500

8 suites, 50 cabins

Broken Top Club Bend (541) 383-8200 brokentop.com

27,000

1+**

Comfort Inn & Suites Bend (866) 326-0271 (541) 617-9696 comfortinnbend.com

920

Comfort Suites Redmond (541) 504-8900 redmondorhotel.com

1,679

Deschutes Brewery Public House—The Tap Room Bend (541) 312-6946 deschutesbrewery.com

700

Deschutes Brewery—The Mountain Room Bend (541) 312-6946 deschutesbrewery.com

1,850

Deschutes Expo, Three Sisters Conference Center Redmond (541) 548-2711 expo.deschutes.org

114,000+

14++***

DiamondStone Guest Lodges/The Homestead La Pine (541) 536-6263 diamondstone.com

850

DoubleTree by Hilton Bend (888) 291-4764 (541) 317-9292 bend.doubltree.com

2,327

117

Eagle Crest Resort Redmond (877) 929-3432 eagle-crest.com

10,000+

100 rooms, 75 rentals

Entrada Lodge Bend (541) 382-4080 entradalodge.com

300

Fairfield Inn & Suites Bend (800) 228-2800 (541) 318-1747 bendsuite.com

400

Faith Hope & Charity Vineyards Terrebonne (541) 526-5075 faithhopeandcharityevents.com

15,000

1 guest house

FivePine Lodge Sisters (866) 974-5900 fivepinelodge.com

7,000

8 lodge rooms, 24 cabins

Hampton Inn & Suites Bend (541) 388-3000 hamptoninn3.hilton.com

2,268

114

High Desert Museum Bend (541) 382-4754 highdesertmuseum.org

3,000+

4++ **

Hilton Garden Inn Bend (541) 617-6111 hiltongardeninn.com

2,150+

Imperial River Company Maupin (800) 395-3903 (541) 395-2404 deschutesriver.com

650

1**

Juniper Golf Course Redmond (541) 548-3121 playjuniper.com

2,700

Kah-Nee-Ta Resort and Spa Warm Springs (888) 220-9830 (503) 768-9830 kahneeta.com

15,000

170

Lake Creek Lodge Camp Sherman (541) 595-6331 lakecreeklodge.com

400

The Lodge at Suttle Lake Sisters (541) 595-2628 thelodgeatsuttlelake.com

5,000

11 lodge rooms, 14 cabins

Maragas Winery Culver (541) 546-5464 maragaswinery.com

2,000

1**

McMenamins Old St. Francis School Bend (877) 661-4228 (541) 382-5174 mcmenamins.com

6,434

19 rooms, 4 cottages

Mount Bachelor Village Resort Bend (866) 328-8915 (541) 389-5900 mtbachelorvillage.com

5,400

5**

130

The Oxford Hotel Bend (877) 440-8436 (541) 382-8436 oxfordhotelbend.com

2,460

Pronghorn—An Auberge Resort Bend (541) 693-5300 pronghornclub.com

4,500

6**

-75

Ranch at the Canyons Terrebonne (541) 923-6020 ranchatthecanyons.com Red Lion Hotel Bend (541) 382-7011 redlion.rdln.com

2,002

The Riverhouse Hotel & Convention Center Bend (866) 453-4479 (541) 617-7270 riverhouse.com

36,000

17++

220

SHARC Sunriver (541) 585-3144 sunriverowners.org

5,791

3**

Shilo Inn Suites Hotel Bend (541) 389-9600 shiloinns.com

3,475

6**

151

Sleep Inn & Suites Redmond (541) 504-1500 sleepinn.com/hotel-redmond-oregon-or188

3,000

St. Charles Health System Meeting Facilities Bend (541) 706-6987 stcharleshealthcare.org

1,312

Sunriver Resort Sunriver (800) 862-7212 (541) 593-1000 sunriver-resort.com

44,600

244 rooms, 350 rentals

Tetherow Bend (541) 388-2582 tetherow.com

3,100+

5+**

50 rooms

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Bend (541) 382-5006 ext. 2035 marriott.com

900

Widgi Creek Golf Club Bend (541) 382-4449 ext. 2 widgi.com

3,000

The Tower Theater Bend (541) 317-0700 towertheatre.org

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300 SW Meadow Lakes Dr. in Prineville! 541.447.7113

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In a place we call the Metolius Basin It’s a different world over here on the east side of the Oregon Cascades. First there is the river...beginning as a spring bubbling out of a mossy hillside. It flows under a tall canopy of old growth ponderosa pines, larch, fir, and cedar. Fly fishing, camping, hiking, mountain biking, and wildlife viewing are favored pastimes. For more info visit MetoliusRiver.com

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Savor

Central Oregon attracts some of the most creative chefs who apply their talents to the region's bounty of fresh local ingredients.

Dining at 5 Fusion & Sushi Bar

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900 Wall

Jen’s Garden

Food Adventures

Central Oregon's Top Chefs

Trending: The Culinary Scene

Media such as The New York Times, The Boston Globe and USA Today have been atwitter lately about the fresh new culinary endeavors here. Find out why. Enjoying the good things in life is what Central Oregon is all about. After a day of fun, a full menu of dining possibilities offers diverse cuisines and atmospheres, from casual to elegant.

family friendly Got the whole family with you? No problem. Try Baldy's Barbeque, Old St. Francis Pub, Red Robin, Pastini Pasteria, Scanlon's, Trailhead Grill at Pronghorn, Ranch House at Brasada Ranch and Terrebonne Depot. For breakfast, you can't go wrong with McKay Cottage in Bend. For lunch, head to Village Bar & Grill in Sunriver. In Sisters, try Three Creeks Brewery.

a tour de gourmet A good part of Central Oregon is rolling ranch country. So what better way to start a gourmet tour than with a satisfying steak dinner at Crossings at The Riverhouse, Brand 33 at Aspen Lakes or Ranch House at Brasada Ranch. If it's seafood you're after, there's Anthony's in Bend's Old Mill District with freshly caught fish flown in daily and “surf'n'turf” at Crossings at the Riverhouse in Bend. Traditional American classics are the specialty of Greg's Grill in the Old Mill District and the venerable Pine Tavern in the heart of downtown Bend adjacent to Drake Park's iconic Mirror Pond. All of the meals at the Pine Tavern begin with the popular scones and honey-butter. For unique Cajun-inspired

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meals, try Zydeco in downtown Bend. Jen's Garden in Sisters is Continental cuisine with a French flair. For a chic urban setting and great Northwest fare, there's 900 Wall in downtown Bend. A bit farther afield, there are some hidden gems such as The Boat House Restaurant at Suttle Lake. Golf clubs with exceptional dinner menus include Tetherow Grill, Broken Top Club, Pronghorn's Trailhead Grill and Brasada Ranch's Range.

food cart culture Once there were just a couple of food carts located only in downtown Bend. Now there are food carts in every city in Central Oregon. The food cart culture that has become a culinary phenomenon in every major metro West Coast city has taken root here. The cart scene offers everything from chicken wings to Thai, authentic German food, fish and chips, comfort food, jumbo sandwiches and more.

culinary immersion Cascade Culinary Institute's Jungers Culinary Center, an impressive new modern building on the Central Oregon Community College campus, rivals the facilities of top television foodie programs. Aspiring chefs learn every aspect of the culinary arts in state-of-the-art kitchens including a demonstration theater. Students share their talents at the institute's restaurant, Elevation.

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Dining

Local Knowledge Joe Kim executive chef and co-owner, 5 fusion and sushi bar

Chef Joe Kim is driven by passion, creativity and a desire to push the limits of cuisine in Bend. That drive was recognized last year when he was a semi-finalist for the 2014 James Beard Foundation Award for Best Chef Northwest, the first time a Central Oregon chef has had that honor. He has been a guest chef at internationally celebrated restaurants including chef Grant Achatz's Alinea in Chicago, and chef Thomas Keller's French Laundry in Napa, California. These experiences allow Kim to bring a world of tastes, inspiration and creativity back home.

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When friends visit, we get out and take advantage of the incredible outdoor activities

The Riverhouse

in Central Oregon's backyard, such as skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing. We'll cap off our day of adventure at one of Central Oregon's many amazing restaurants and maybe a local brew or cocktail. We're lucky to have such a vibrant food and drink scene here, with so much culinary talent. My favorite thing about Central Oregon is the quick access to rock climbing, running

Kebaba

and other outdoor pursuits. All the outdoor activity helps keep me strong and healthy for long days in the

A happy hour on Wednesdays features unlimited appetizers. On Thursdays and Fridays, three-course lunches and dinners are served and feature fresh, local, sustainable ingredients in items such as handcrafted charcuterie, and pan-seared duck breast and confit with huckleberry demi-glace and chanterelle mushroom risotto. The restaurant closes for holiday breaks and reservations are recommended at elevationbend.com.

innovative eats Find the culinary road less traveled with these one-of-akind restaurants. 5 Fusion & Sushi Bar is known for Japanese and Korean flavors at lunch, dinner and happy hour with small

plates such as beef sliders with kimchi slaw, arugula and wasabi aioli. Terrebonne Depot, housed in a former train station more than a century old, serves new American cuisine amid unmatched views of Smith Rock State Park. At The Oxford Hotel, take the elevator to the subterranean level for 10 Below, serving urban-chic organic fare that doesn't compromise taste. For nouveau MexicanPeruvian dishes such as ceviche of ahi in citrus yellow chile and red onions with Peruvian corn and sweet yams, head to Hola! in Bend, Sunriver and Redmond. Find innovative ethnic delights like shwarma and falafel at Kebaba, where they also cater to special dietary needs.

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The Well Traveled Fork

Three Creeks Brewing

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go or stay, there's plenty to choose from at the hipster quick-stop Pizza Mondo in downtown Bend. Also try Zeppa Bistro at Sunriver Resort in summer. For savory gluten-free options, try 10 Barrel Brewing Company in Bend.

Don't forget that the area's breweries are a great option for families, offering a kid-friendly atmosphere with a local vibe. To see what's put Central Oregon on the craft beer map, swing by Bend Brewing Company, Crux Fermentation Project, Deschutes Brewery, 10 Barrel Brewing Company, Cascade Lakes Brewing Co. Lodge, Silver Moon Brewing and Old Mill Brew Werks in Bend. Redmond has Cascade Lake Brewing's 7th Street Brew House. In Sisters, head to Three Creeks Brewing. Staying in Sunriver? You can keep it local and convenient at the Sunriver Brewing Company or the Sunriver Resort Beer Garden overlooking the Meadows Golf Course, with the best summertime views in Sunriver. At Tetherow, in addition to The Grill, a casual venue called The Row features comfort food and a place to share tales of great golf.

culinary tours Stimulate your curiosity as well as your palate with outof-the-ordinary culinary tours. At Oregon Spirit Distillers and Bendistillery in Bend, and at Maragas Winery in Culver, meet the distillers and winemakers to discover the artisan processes behind fabulous flavor profiles. Or do a Well Traveled Fork tour to stops such as Pono Farms & Fine Meats, Tumalo Farms for gourmet goat cheeses, Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards for wine tasting, and Eberhard's Dairy.

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19330 Pinehurst Rd. (541) 318-0200 bendistillery.com

Deschutes Brewery bend 901 SW Simpson Ave. (541) 385-8606 deschutesbrewery.com Eberhard's Dairy redmond Full-service dairy processor manufacturing milk, cultured products and ice cream. 235 SW Evergreen (541) 548-5181 eberhardsdairy.com

Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards terrebonne 70450 NW Lower Valley Dr. (541) 526-5075

Maragas Winery culver 15523 US Hwy. 97 (541) 546-5464 maragaswinery.com Oregon Spirit Distillers bend 490 NE Butler Market Rd., Ste 110 (541) 382-0002 oregonspiritdistillers.com

Sunriver Brewing Company sunriver (541) 593-3007 sunriverbrewingcompany.com

Silver Moon Brewing bend 24 NW Greenwood Ave. (541) 388-8331 silvermoonbrewing.com

The Well Traveled Fork bend Farm & ranch, fermentation, walking tours, cooking classes, catering and personal chef. (541) 312-0097 welltraveledfork.com

One Sky Fits All Bend’s only made from “scratch” Bistro & Catering The Local “Foodies” Choice • The Cove Palisades • LaPine • Prineville Reservoir • Smith Rock • Tumalo • Cottonwood Canyon

• Breakfast served all day • Breads and pastries baked in-house • Locally raised meats and eggs • House smoked pastrami and slow braised corned beef • Full bar with amazing Bloody Mary’s

COZY deluxe cabins at Prineville HOUSEBOATS at the Cove BIG ROCKS to climb at Smith Rock FISH and For a free Oregon HIKE at Cottonwood Canyon State Parks Guide, go to SPLASH in the RIVER at Tumalo http://bit.ly/OregonParksGuide

www.oregonstateparks.org • Reservations: 1-800-452-5687

• Gluten free Vegetarian friendly

Full service Catering Monday - Saturday 7-3 and Sunday 8-2 541-318-8177 • www.rockindaves.com 661 NE Greenwood, Bend

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Libations

Little Woody Barrel Aged Brew Festival

Deschutes Brewery Tour

Crux Fermentation Project

Breweries & Beyond

Tapping Into Central Oregon The region's craft breweries, winemakers and artisan distillers offer plenty to toast

ith more than twenty craft breweries around the area, Bend is officially a beer lovers' destination. Bend is a leader in the number of breweries per capita and the dizzying styles. It also has inspired a vanguard of craft distillers who have added small-batch bourbon, gin and other spirits to the mix. With all these options the only real questions are where to start and when to stop. Here's a thumbnail guide to the musts. brewpubs There's no wrong way to do a tasting tour of Central Oregon's craft scene. While most bars and restaurants have local ales on tap, it's also great to go right to the source. Deschutes Brewery, Bendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first craft brew pub, is a great place to start. The pub in the heart of downtown has expanded greatly since it opened in 1988 and tours are offered at its nearby brewery. The label distributes brews such as Black Butte Porter plus seasonal creations to a dedicated following in twenty-six states. Continue the experience at Bend's Boneyard Brewing where the aptly named brewery proffers its uber popular RPM India Pale Ale, as well as coveted small-batch beers. It's just a short jaunt to another craft phenom, Crux Fermentation Project, another mandatory stop. Housed in a re-purposed transmission shop, Crux has swapped axles for ales with an indoor-outdoor dining area and a popular patio flanked by a large lawn, a perfect spot for families. In Redmond, sample the Monkey Face Porter, named for the world famous spire at Smith Rock, at the 7th Street Brew House the original pub of Cascade Lakes Brewing Co.

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tasting tours Leave the driving and thinking to someone else so you can focus on quaffing. Several tours have you covered. Bend's Cycle Pub is essentially, a pedal-powered bar on wheels. The revelry of cycle pubs careening down Bond Street toward their next libation destination has become a mainstay. Getit Shuttle's Bend Brew Taps Tour offers fun, door-to-door tours of the whole scene. beer festivals Central Oregon's festival season starts with Central Oregon Beer Week in May and wraps up with the Sisters Fresh Hop Fest in September. Midway through is one of the West Coast's more unique tasting events, the Little Woody Barrel Aged Brew Festival, a celebration of small-batch beers with huge flavor profiles. The mid-summer Bend Brewfest is a raucous, carnival-like weekend tasting event in the Old Mill District. wine & spirits Next, uncork the wine and craft-distilling scene. In Culver, Maragas Winery makes an award-winning Muskat and offers tastings, tours and events including live music. Faith, Hope and Charity Vineyards offers tastings in a tasting room with views of Smith Rock and the Cascades. At the base of Smith Rock's towering walls, Ranch at the Canyons vineyard in a rural Tuscan estate setting, offers breathtaking views of the surrounding Cascades, desert canyons and rolling farmlands. In Tumalo, Bend Distillery has a tasting room and farm where some ingredients are grown. Oregon Spirit Distillers in Bend crafts a bourbon to rival any Kentucky sour mash.

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Amenities: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Beer/Wine Only Cocktails Casual Outdoor Seating

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Baldy's Barbeque

5 Fusion & Sushi Bar 821 NW Wall St. (541) 323-2328 5fusion.com BREWPUB $

10 Barrel Brewing Company

Fine Dining Downtown

BARBECUE $

1135 NW Galveston Ave., Bldg. A (541) 678-5228 10barrel.com AMERICAN $$

900 Wall

900 Wall St. (541) 323-6295 900wall.com SEAFOOD $$

Anthony's at The Old Mill 475 SW Powerhouse Dr. (541) 389-8998 anthonys.com

235 SW Century Dr. (541) 385-7427 baldysbbq.com BREWPUB $

Bend Brewing Co. 1019 NW Brooks St. (541) 383-1599 bendbrewingco.com NORTHWEST CUISINE $$

Broken Top Club

62000 Broken Top Dr. (541) 383-8200 brokentop.com BISTRO $

Cascada 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr. (541) 639-5300 pronghornclub.com

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Cascade Lakes Brewing Co. Lodge

Crux Fermentation Project

1441 SW Chandler Ave. 100 (541) 388-4998 cascadelakes.com

50 SW Division St. (541) 385-3333 cruxfermentation.com

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Chanterelle at Pronghorn

Deschutes Brewery & Public House

65600 Pronghorn Club Dr. (541) 639-5300 pronghornclub.com

1044 NW Bond St. (541) 382-9242 deschutesbrewery.com

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Crossings at the Riverhouse

Greg's Grill on the Deschutes

3075 N Hwy. 97 (541) 389-8810 riverhouse.com

395 SW Powerhouse Dr. (541) 382-2200 gregsgrill.com PERUVIAN $$

Hola! Downtown 920 NW Bond St. (541) 728-0069 holabend.com

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The Pine Tavern

61615 Athletic Club Dr. (541) 382-8769 scanlonsrestaurant.com

967 NW Brooks St. (541) 382-5581 pinetavern.com

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Hola! Eastside

Pizza Mondo

2670 NE Hwy. 20 (541) 389-4652 holabend.com

811 NW Wall St. (541) 330-9093 pizzamondobend.com

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Hola! Old Mill

Red Robin

680 SW Powerhouse Dr. Ste. 1002 (541) 647-2711 holabend.com

625 SW Powerhouse Dr. (541) 382-9234 redrobin.com

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McMenamins Old St. Francis School Pub 700 NW Bond St. (541) 330-8563 mcmenamins.com BREWPUB $

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Silver Moon Brewing 24 NW Greenwood Ave. (541) 388-8331 slivermoonbrewing.com NORTHWEST CUISINE $$

The Restaurant at Awbrey Glen

13801 Hawksbeard Rd. (541) 595-1260 blackbutteranch.com

16900 Aspen Lakes Dr. (541) 549-3663 aspenlakes.com

POWELL BUTTE

Breakfast (Sunday only) 2500 NW Awbrey Glen Dr. (541) 317-2885 awbreyglen.com GRILL $

65600 Pronghorn Club Dr. (541) 639-5300 pronghornclub.com AMERICAN $$

Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails 919 Bond St. (541) 312-2899 zydecokitchen.com

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Jen's Garden

Ranch House at Brasada Ranch

403 East Hood Ave. (541) 549-2699 intimatecottagecuisine.com

16986 SW Brasada Ranch Rd. (866) 373-4882 brasada.com

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Three Creeks Brewing Company

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Niblick and Greene’s Eagle Crest Resort 1522 Cline Falls Rd.. eagle-crest.com

Hola! Redmond 514 SW Greenwood Ave.. (541) 923-7290 holabend.com BREWERY $

7th Street Brew House 855 SW 7th St. (541) 923-1795 cascadelakes.com/pubs

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3236 Hwy. 26 (541) 460-7777 indianheadgaming.com

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721 Desperado Ct. (541) 549-1963 threecreeksbrewing.com

2440 NE 4th St. (541) 382-4495 bigfootbeverages.com

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Hola! Sunriver 57235 River Rd. (541) 593-8880 holabend.com NORTHWEST CUISINE $$

Meadows at Sunriver Resort Lodge One Center Drive (541) 593-3740 sunriver-resort.com BREWPUB $$

Owl's Nest at Sunriver Resort Lodge One Center Drive (541) 593-3730 sunriver-resort.com BREWPUB $

Sunriver Brewing Company 57100 Beaver Dr. Bldg. 4 (541) 593-3007 sunriverbrewingcompany.com NORTHWEST CUISINE $$

Village Bar & Grill

57100 Mall Dr. Bldg. 7 (541) 593-1100 sunrivervbag.com

400 NW Smith Rock Way (541) 548-5030 terrebonnedepot.com

Bigfoot Beverages

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REDMOND

Terrebonne Depot

Indian Head Casino

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803 SW Industrial Way (541) 633-7670 oldmillbrewwerks.com

375 SW Powerhouse Dr., Ste. 140 (541) 749-1060 pastini.com

Brand 33 at Aspen Lakes

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Black Butte Ranch— The Lodge Restaurant

Open seasonally May—Sept. 16986 SW Brasada Ranch Rd. (541) 373-4882 brasada.com

Trailhead Grill

Pastini Pastaria

NORTHWEST CUISINE $$$

661 NE Greenwood Ave. (541) 318-8177 rockindaves.com

Rockin' Daves

Old Mill Brew Werks

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TERREBONNE

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McKay Cottage 62910 O.B. Riley Rd. 340 (541) 383-2697 themckaycottage.com

SISTERS

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Kebaba

1004 Newport Ave. (541) 318-6224 kebaba.com

BLACK BUTTE

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Oregon Spirit Distillers

Greg's Grill Situated in the heart of the historic Old Mill district. This polished casual restaurant has spectacular river and mountain views. Enjoy everything from our signature rotisserie prime rib to great sandwiches and salads. Or have one of our steak, seafood, or chicken selections grilled to perfection on our apple-wood fired grill. We also feature the most extensive wine by the glass selection in Bend complimenting our special bar menu from 3 to close daily. We have something for everyone. 395 SW Powerhouse Dr. ⬥

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Terrebonne Depot Food + Drink The freshest cuisine in Central Oregon, minutes from Smith Rock. Terrebonne Depot features ingredientfocused American cuisine served in Terrebonne’s 100-year-old former train station. Terrebonne Depot cocktails, choice local and imported beer and wine. Food and drink may be enjoyed under the exposed beams of the recently renovated historic structure or outside on the expansive deck—where views of Smith Rock and the Cascades are unmatched. A quarter-mile from Highway 97 toward Smith Rock State Park. (541) 548-5030 ⬥ 400 NW Smith Rock Way, Terrebonne 97760 ⬥

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Experience Redmond CENTRAL OREGON’S HOMETOWN

Redmond is truly Central Oregon’s hometown, offering a dose of Americana tradition within a culture often described as the Central Oregon lifestyle. Through nostalgia, familiarity and tradition, Redmond is a community that remains proud of its roots while keeping an eye toward the future. Its historic downtown corridor features one of the region’s most concentrated selections of fine restaurants, pubs and cafes as well as public art, specialty stores and antique shops. Take the family to the summer splash park at Centennial Park, catch candy along 6th Street during a holiday parade, and enjoy music in the park during Music on the Green, the area’s longest-running free community concert series.

If you crave adventure and the outdoors, follow your passion by rock climbing at Smith Rock State Park, golfing on an award-winning course, fishing along the Deschutes or biking the Radlands trail. In addition, Redmond hosts hundreds of shows, events and conferences at its world-class Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, including the Deschutes County Fair, the largest Oregon event east of the Cascades. As their slogan says, “We Really Can Do It All!” Redmond truly offers something for everyone. We welcome you to experience Central Oregon’s hometown!

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isiting a new destination is about discovering new landscapes, people and lifestyles and letting all that inspire you, right down to your personal style. Central Oregon has a relaxed, mountain-chic aesthetic that extends from fashionable clothes for town to high-performance sportswear and gear for the outdoors. You'll want to take our style home with you. Fortunately, our region offers a range of retail variety, from small one-of-a kind boutiques to large chains and everything in between. Apparel to footwear, gifts to jewelry, locally made products to imports â&#x20AC;&#x201C; there's something for every shopper. Don't forget, there's no sales tax in Oregon.

Boutique Experience For the small boutique experience, shop downtown Bend, downtown Sisters, downtown Redmond and The Village at Sunriver. Each of these locations offers a broad mix of shops with friendly shopkeepers offering highly personalized service. The shops lining the streets are woven among a blend of irresistible venues where you can dine and drink along the way.

downtown bend There's fashion, furniture, jewelry, art galleries, as well as plenty of restaurants, breweries, coffeehouses, ice cream shops and old-fashioned candy stores to keep you going. As you shop, you'll enjoy strolling among charming brick buildings that date back to the early 1900s. Today the shopping scene is as vibrant as it was even in Bend's early days as a booming timber town.

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Keep it local with Oregon Body & Bath. Here you'll find some of the best products that Oregon has to offer, so you can surround yourself with the spirit of our state even after you've returned home. Don't forget to stop in The Oregon Store, where you'll find the best of Oregon-made goods: including Pendleton blankets made especially for Ducks and Beavers fans. must-have: Pendleton Woolen Mills blankets and pillows add personality to any home. Accent a bed or sofa with these beautiful and functional items. This famous mill's designs will energize a room or favorite chair, incorporating bold colors and patterns inspired by Native American traditions. Cascade Cottons captures the character of Bend with fashionable and fun T-shirts, hoodies, fleece and hats sporting Bend, Mt. Bachelor, and

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Central Oregon logos. Proclaim your love for beer, the outdoors and all things Bend with casual apparel for the entire family. must-have: A beer-themed “vintage soft” T-shirt with a retro look and feel or anything with the iconic city of Bend logo. Women from all over the world have come to love Hot Box Betty, and the shop's personal styling expertise. Every piece of clothing and fashion accessory is selected with an eye for the latest trends that also fit the Bend lifestyle. In your search for the perfect collection of outfits for your dream closet, stop here for sensational pieces, and where the emphasis is always on service, service, and service. must-have: Leather belts, cuffs, and handbags handmade from fine Italian leather in sumptuous saturated color. Exposed stitching imparts an artisanal organic quality. High-end denims with impeccable fit, finish, feel and originality and eco-chic yoga-inspired pieces. And, even the “world's most comfortable thong.” For special occasions, head down to Newport Avenue to Donner Flower Shop, for fine floral arrangements and gifts or have Newport Market create a beautiful gourmet gift basket.

the village at sunriver This exceptional shopping experience, with boutiques, art galleries and sporting goods stores, is the place to go for whatever you need to make your visit that much more fun and interesting. Browse original, handcrafted gifts and fine art from more than thirty local artists. Since you're here to relax, get in touch with your crafty side with knitting and beading supplies. Have fun at the toy store or linger in the bookstore, perusing the perfect tome for your visit: fiction, non-fiction, mystery, or a local guide book. Rent a moped or stock up on fly-fishing equipment. Take home items unique to Oregon and don't forget some special treats for your pet. After you've shopped 'til you've dropped, kick back at one of the many distinctive dining venues that run the gamut from bistros to breweries and bakeries. must-have: Oregon berry gourmet jams and syrups made from the renowned fruit of Oregon: marionberry, loganberry, black raspberry, red raspberry, wild huckleberry, blueberry, wild blackberry and Bandon cranberry.

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you'll find more than Western wear. Stroll through the many art galleries and specialty shops. Find that undiscovered treasure in one of Sisters' antique shops. Among the many specialty shops, you'll find wonderful restaurants. Enjoy a scrumptious meal, taste some wine, grab an ice cream cone or just sit back and people watch. must-have: Add some cowgirl (or cowboy) chic to your personal style with a great pair of boots and hat. These classics withstand all fashion fluctuations, are envied on city streets, or roughed up on our breathtaking trails. Need a wow-factor for your home? A rustic antler chandelier is it.

a view with pedestrian-friendly shopping downtown and at plenty of locations throughout the area. Its downtown district is increasingly known as an antiques mecca. Cruise the emporiums along 6th Street to see what gems you can find. Shops with hip clothing, home décor and gifts plus bike shops, cool coffee shops and plenty of brewpubs complete the downtown scene, an unexpected jewel for retail therapy in Central Oregon. must-have: Antiques such as frontier-era glass apothecary jars and souvenir swag–T-shirts, pint glasses and hats from local brewpubs. W W W . V I S I T C E N T R A L O R E G O N . C O M

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Malls and Collections old mill district Bend's Old Mill District is its own small town of shops. Stretching along the bank of the Deschutes River, this revitalized historic site incorporates vintage brick buildings into a beautiful promenade with a popular collection of shops. Major retailers include Victoria's Secret, REI, Banana Republic and The Gap, and local favorite Saxon's Fine Jewelers. With so much shopping to do here, you'll need to stay energized with a stop for lunch, a local microbrew, cocktail, or dinner. In the Old Mill District, at Greg's Grill, Pastini Pastaria and Anthony's at the Old Mill, bask on patios with gorgeous views of the Cascade Mountains beyond a tranquil stretch of the Deschutes River. Head to the Ticket Mill for concert tickets, gift certificates, Central Oregon-themed pint glasses, postcards, posters or check out binoculars and a birding list for viewing along this stunning avian migratory corridor. must-have: The perfect dress that's great over a bathing suit and can go straight to drinks and dinner on the patio.

bend factory stores At the south end of town lies one of Bend's biggest secrets. The Bend Factory Stores have everything from sportswear and formal wear to children's wear and home furnishings. For those who love a deal, the Bend Factory Stores has a Nike and a Columbia Sportswear outlet to name just a couple. Other stores in the outlet include The Coach Factory Store, Eddie Bauer Outlet, Izod, Levi's, Pendleton Outlet and Pearl iZumi. must-have: A head-to-toe high-tech ensemble that keeps you smiling and comfy under our true-blue summer skies or on snowy adventures–all at a reasonable price.

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bend river promenade The long-established Bend River Promenade Mall on Third Street is a hub of shopping variety in Bend. This shopping center is home to many of the trusted “bigcity” brands, such as Macy's, Kohl's and T.J. Maxx and The Duck Store is just across the street for University of Oregon Duck gear and accessories. must-have: A new pair of polarized sunglasses, because we have 300 days of sun a year and even less rain than San Diego.

cascade village shopping center The Cascade Village Shopping Center is located on the north edge of town. Here you'll find many names you know like Trader Joe's, Target, The Home Depot, Best Buy, Ross, Dick's Sporting Goods, JCPenney and Famous Footwear. must-have: Crunchy and delicious organic snacks for your trip up to the mountains and gear that will keep you happy while you're there, no matter the season. Sports Gear, Outfitters and Tours For sports gear, there's no better place to be than Central Oregon. For skis and snowboards, Powder House has a large demo and rental center in Bend and offers a full-service repair shop, including overnight waxing and repair. Or hit Gravity Sports @ Mt. Bachelor, which is rated as a Gold Medal Shop by SKI Magazine and has an ultra-convenient slope-side location. Headed out on the water? Find what you need at Stillwater Fly Shop, whose experts want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase, so they offer a full refund, credit or exchange within

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thirty days of a purchase. So, you know that fly-fishing reel or rod you have your eye on, or those SIMMs waders? Go ahead and get them–risk free. Or head to Deschutes River Outfitters, The Fly Fisher's Place and Fly & Field Outfitters, where you'll get guidance on local tactics and fishing reports along with superb customer service. Fin & Fire offers guided and unguided fishing for rainbow trout and largemouth bass on thirty-five private lakes as well as fishing trips for trout and steelhead on the Lower Deschutes River. A range of excursions and classes are suited to beginners as well as experienced anglers. This outfitter is also a premier dealership of Traeger wood pellet grills. River Borne Outfitters of Bend offers full-day and overnight guided fly-fishing trips for wild “redside” rainbow trout and steelhead on the Deschutes River and full- and half-day guided trips on the Crooked River for wild trout, a great option for beginning anglers. Or, have fun doing a group or private fly-fishing class and casting lesson. For family paddling, floating and whitewater adventures, Sun Country Tours is one of the largest and most respected river outfitters in the Northwest. They are ambassadors to the natural world of Central Oregon for families who want to create great lasting memories. This 35-year-old company is best known for professionally guided whitewater adventures, and also offers Standup Paddle Boarding tours and lessons and Float the River tube rentals. And right on the banks of the Deschutes River, just downstream from the Old Mill District, is Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe. Sign up for classes, take a full-day river tour, or browse the large selection of kayaks, canoes, paddles, and rafting gear in Central Oregon. Go here or to StandUp Paddle Bend for standup paddleboards because Central Oregon is perfect for paddling on flat water. (In fact, Outside magazine called it the best place in the world to do so.) If you are planning a cycling trip, traveling with your bike can be expensive. Luckily, you can rent top-of-the-line rides at Hutch's

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Bicycles' three Central Oregon locations and The Hub Cyclery in

downtown Bend. Or rent a bike with Life Cycle Bikes, and they will bring it right to your door anywhere in Bend. The Bend Tour Company SEGWAY Tours or Wheel Fun Rentals, which offers a lively, multipassenger surrey-with-a-canopy-on-top cycle and other specialty bikes, can also help you with your biking needs. Or, combine waterfalls with your bike rental with the Paulina Plunge Downhill Waterfall Mountain Bike Tour. Descend through spectacular backcountry alongside a half dozen shimmering waterfalls. Discover the grandeur of the Paulina mountains and the ancient legends of indigenous peoples. The trip is divided into four 1.5-mile segments of easy, smooth dirt trails ideal for families. must-have: A Central Oregon-sized sense of adventure!

SHOPPING DIRECTORY Bend Factory Stores 61334 S. Hwy. 97 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 382-4736 bendfactorystores.com

Bend River Promenade 3188 N. Hwy. 97, Ste. 110 Bend, OR 97701 (541) 388-3644 bendriverpromenade.com

Cascade Cottons 909 NW Wall St. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 306-6071 cascadecottons.com

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63455 North Hwy 97 Bend, OR 97701 (541) 388-1495 cascadevillage.net

1604 S. Hwy 97, #12 Redmond, OR 97756 (866) 275-2810 (541) 548-1503 finandfire.com

1019 NW Wall St. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 383-5890 oregonbodyandbath.com

Bend, OR 97709 (541) 322-9551 ilovesmartshopper.com

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Donner Flower Shop

Pro Golf of Bend

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605 NW Newport Ave. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 382-3791 donnerflower.com

903 Wall St. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 383-0050 hotboxbetty.com

100 NE Bend River Mall, Ste. 102 Bend, OR 97701 (541) 593-4653 progolfbend.com

57100 Beaver Dr. Sunriver, OR 97707 (541) 593-8113

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Newport Market

Powder House Ski & Patio

80 NE Bend River Mall Dr. Bend, OR 97702 (541) 388-4435 uoduckstore.com

1121 NW Newport Ave. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 382-3940 newportavemarket.com

311 SW Century Dr. Bend, OR 97702 (541) 389-6234 powderhousebend.com

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Saxon's Fine Jewelers

SW Powerhouse Dr. Bend, OR 97702 (541) 312-0131 theoldmill.com

360 SW Powerhouse Dr., Ste. 110 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 389-6655 saxonsfinejewelers.com

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The Village at Sunriver 57100 Beaver Dr. Sunriver, OR 97707 (541) 593-8704 villageatsunriver.com

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Cascade Cottons Cascade Cottons has Bend and Central Oregon's largest selection of logo apparel, accessories, gifts and souvenirs for the entire family. We have a huge selection of T-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, and souvenirs with Bend and local area themes. Come see us in downtown Bend and we will help preserve your vacation memories in style. 909 NW Wall St., Bend ⬥ (541) 306-6071

Celebrating 40 years as the World’s Largest Outdoor Quilt ShowTM, always on the second Saturday in July (July 11, 2015). The 1890’s western-themed town of Sisters, Oregon, is blanketed in more than 1,200 quilts hung outdoors, creating a colorful spectacle that must be experienced to be believed. Enjoy our Fiber Arts Stroll, quilt walk, and more year-round celebrations of everything Fiber Arts!

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Lucky Chucky's Snowboards

Sunriver, Oregon

Our team at Fin and Fire is made up of seasoned and experienced fly fishermen, offering our knowledge of the sport and the surrounding area to our customers. The premier brands we carry—Sage, Winston, Simms, Hatch, and Patagonia—promise the best in outfitting. Along with quality, essential gear, we offer full- and half-day guided trips along the Deschutes and private lakes as well as lessons. It doesn’t stop there—we carry a full line of Traeger smokers and have a growler-fill station with 36 rotating taps.

1604 S. Hwy 97, #12 Redmond ⬥ (541) 548-1503

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Shop Sisters Country

The Prineville-Crook County Chamber of Commerce

The shops in our 1880s themed town are anything but oldfashioned. Built with the spirit of the original Sisters Country settlers, the Sisters shopping experience is unique. Find your perfect gift at one of the many owner-operated specialty stores, enjoy stunning art work at a local gallery or locate a treasure at one of the antique shops. While you’re here, enjoy a scrumptious meal and taste some wine or craft beer. Then grab an ice cream or specialty coffee and stroll through Sisters Country to find your pioneering spirit.

The Prineville-Crook County Chamber of Commerce invites you to experience “Forever Country." Open meadows, mountain terrain, beautiful lakes and rivers, Prineville is a reminder of all that Mother Nature has to offer. While visiting, you might see a cattle drive through downtown or 400 U.S. flags celebrating veterans. Experience horse races and rodeos or peace and tranquility. We are Crook County, with our communities of Paulina, Post, Powell Butte and Prineville, we are “Forever Country.”

(541) 549-0251 ⬥ sisterscountry.com

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We think Oregon has the most creative, innovative and just plain cool artisans in the country. With the Oregon General Store, presented by 1859 - Oregon's Magazine,

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Come see us at our new location in Downtown Bend. The Oregon Store offers the best products of Oregon businesses. We carry products from over 200 Oregon companies in our Sunriver and Bend stores. Gourmet Foods, (Marionberry, Huckleberry, Hazelnuts, and Smoked Salmon), Myrtlewood, Souvenirs, Oregon Wines, Clothing, Books, Jewelry, to Pendleton® Woolen Products, we have a selection that allows you to give a gift of Oregon to yourself or to others. Gift Baskets and everything else also available online.

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639 NW Franklin Ave., Bend, Oregon & Sunriver Village Mall (800) 541-5797 ⬥ theoregonstore.com

to-use virtual store for boutique Oregon artisan will send your new favorite “slice of Oregon” right to your door (or to the door of a loved one). We support Oregon’s hard-working artisans and hope you choose to shop Oregon, too. (888) 677-3466 ⬥ oregongeneralstore.com

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The Museum At Warm Springs

Take the Time to Visit in 2015! Open Daily Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m 2189 Highway 26 h Warm Springs, Oregon h 541-553-3331 www.museumatwarmsprings.org

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Stop by The Museum Gift Shop featuring beautiful, collectible, hand-crafted art and adornments from Warm Springs artists. Memberships and Sponsorships Available.

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entral Oregon is well known for its limitless fun outdoors, but the good times don't stop at the end of the trail. Concerts, art walks, film and cultural festivals, historical tours and museums add even more excitement. Discover Central Oregon's art scene at a Bend First Friday Art Walk. On the first Friday of each month, downtown shops and galleries stay open late, serve refreshments and feature photographers, sculptors, painters and jewelers. The sidewalks buzz with energy as people stroll among the venues, listening to live music and making new friends. Stop at Cascade Cottons for fun souvenir apparel or DeWilde Art Glass, where Rich DeWilde's distinctive stained glass is the perfect memento of a fantastic trip. In August, the top-rated Art in the High Desert event attracts more than 110 juried artists from across the U.S. and Canada to exhibit and sell original works throughout Bend's Old Mill District. Another way to explore the art scene is to visit the region's exceptional museums. The Museum at Warm Springs has one of the finest collections of Native American art in the West. There's much history to be absorbed here, through displays of intricately designed tribal wear and ceremonial items along with art pieces. Special events and traveling exhibits continually offer fresh perspectives

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of open galleries, live on the area's heritage. music, dining and guest To experience where wild meets artists. On the first West, head to the High Desert Friday of each month Museum. Located between Bend in downtown Bend and and Sunriver, this is a favorite the Old Mill District. among families. All ages are amazed by the birds of prey exhibit and Get the details at programs featuring live owls, visitcentraloregon.com eagles, falcons, hawks and other Keyword: FIRST FRIDAY magnificent raptors. Also popular is witnessing spunky river otters splash and play in their outdoor pond habitat. Inside the museum, be sure to stop by the bobcat atrium. Continue on through two extensive exhibit halls that tell the stories of the Indian nations of the Columbia Plateau and settlement-era life, portrayed through a re-created 1880s mining town. The Rimrock Cafe helps you make a day of it and the Silver Sage Trading store offers local art, toys, books and more. At night, the Oregon Observatory in Sunriver offers viewing of distant galaxies for the whole family with dozens of telescopes and laser-guided constellation tours. In this same location is the Sunriver Nature Center, which offers a fascinating look at area wildlife with hands-on exhibits and live birds of prey. In the charming town of Sisters, galleries are easy to find throughout the downtown area, where a Western theme prevails. The Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show on the second Saturday every

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Local Knowledge Michael Franti performer Although this singer, songwriter, poet and activist doesn't live in Central Oregon, his annual concerts in Bend have become a local cultural and musical phenomenon extending well beyond the stage at the Les Schwab Amphitheater. Shakespeare in the Park

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yoga sessions or lazy floats down the Deschutes just hours before his soldout shows. He's fully embraced the local lifestyle and the community. When I visit Bend, I like to raft down the river, practice yoga, go for a run or ride a bike. I also like to play beach volleyball (at the courts next to the music venue) and see movies at McMenamins. I love playing in Bend, because it's one of the only places in the world where we have fans from ages 6 to 60-plus â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they're all there dancing and celebrating together. Bend is a town that creates opportunities for all generations of people to live, work and play together. What I love about coming to Central Oregon is that you have to travel through

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forests, rivers and mountains to get there. The journey to get to Central Oregon is almost as beautiful as the destination.

July is when the town hosts the largest outdoor quilt show in the world. Displaying more than 1,000 quilts at a handful of venues, this is a not-tobe-missed festival for quilters. For history buffs, consider the Sisters Historical Tour, which highlights the town's lumber mill heritage. Tour information can be found via the Chamber of Commerce. Bend also has Heritage Walks and exhibits at the Des Chutes Historical Museum. Literary lovers should check out Bend's Author! Author! program, put on by the Deschutes Public Library. Well-known authors appearing this year, include Garth Stein (The Art of Racing in the Rain) and Anne Patchett (Bel Canto). The independent film festival BendFilm has been wowing movie lovers with smart, funny and thought-provoking films every October for the past eleven years. Downtown Bend exudes creative energy during this four-day event, when the streets are teeming with filmmakers, directors, actors and moviegoers. Venues such as the historic Tower Theatre and the eclectic McMenamins Old St. Francis School show short and full-length films from around the country. From documentaries to psychological thrillers, the W W W . V I S I T C E N T R A L O R E G O N . C O M

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festival promises something for everyone. Bend's Tower Theatre hosts shows ranging from Chinese acrobats to string quartets. The downtown location is a perfect addition to any itinerary. Live theater and music festivals also happen year-round in Central Oregon. Several local theaters offer everything from live classic dramas, comedies and mysteries to holiday-themed performances and contemporary, cutting-edge works. In summer, Sunriver Resort presents the acclaimed Sunriver

Music Festival, which is a must for classical music fans. In the fall, the annual Sisters Folk Festival showcases up-and-coming as well as nationally recognized folk artists in a range of venues and outdoor stages downtown. Jazz enthusiasts will want to head to Bend's Oxford Hotel to catch well-known acts from October to March. Concertgoers will have no problem finding a show here, as big-time bands tour the area. The Les Schwab Amphitheater, located along the scenic Deschutes River in Bend, presents nationally touring bands of all genres, with performances from artists such as Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band, Bob Dylan, Heart, Dave Matthews Band and Jack Johnson, to name a few. The Athletic Club of Bend also attracts popular acts to its intimate outdoor summer series.

ARTS & CULTURE DIRECTORY Art in the High Desert PO Box 5575 Bend, OR 97708 (541) 322-6272 artinthehighdesert.com

Cascade Center of Photography 390 SW Columbia St., Ste. 110 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 241-2266 ccophoto.com

Cascades Theatrical Company 148 NW Greenwood Ave. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 389-0803 cascadestheatrical.org

Des Chutes Historical Museum 129 NW Idaho Ave. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 389-1813 deschuteshistory.org

DeWilde Art Glass 421 SW Powerhouse Dr. Bend, OR 97702 (541) 419-3337

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Bend Tour Co. 550 SW Industrial Way #105 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 480-8477 thebendtourcompany.com

High Desert Museum 59800 S. Hwy. 97 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 382-4754 highdesertmuseum.org

The Museum At Warm Springs PO Box 909, 2189 Hwy. 26 Warm Springs, OR 97761 (541) 553-3331 museumatwarmsprings.org

Oregon Observatory and Sunriver Nature Center

Sunriver Art Faire

57245 River Rd. Sunriver, OR 97707 (541) 593-4394 sunrivernaturecenter.org

PO Box 3334 Sunriver Women's Club Sunriver, OR 97707 (877) 269-2580 sunriverartfaire.com

Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show

Sunriver Music Festival

220 S. Ash St., Ste. 4 Sisters, OR 97759 (541) 549-0989 sistersoutdoorquiltshow.org

PO Box 4308 Sunriver, OR 97707 (541) 593-1084 sunrivermusic.org

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hile Central Oregon has become an outdoor recreation mecca, it is also known as a relaxation oasis. A bevy of spas specialize in pampering and many are in spectacular natural surroundings. The Brasada Ranch Spa offers a range of services in

a tranquil setting with superb views of the snowcapped Cascade Range. Unwind in the hot tub and pool before and after treatments such as the seaweed body wrap or lemongrass mimosa body scrub. With a similarly inspiring setting, the Sage Springs Club & Spa at Sunriver sets the standard for a relaxing spa experience. After a day on the slopes of Mt. Bachelor or on one of the area's golf courses, settle into a High Desert Nirvana package of massage and facial or the trifecta of the Three Sisters Renewal—a massage, facial and pedicure.

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Between Bend and Redmond, the Spa at Eagle Crest is yet again another spa in a tranquil rural setting. Clear out your day for Eagle Crest's Day at the Spa package with the works—from massaged head to pedicured toes. If you are in the mood for high desert culture and repose, head to Spa Wanapine at Kah-Nee-Ta Resort & Spa in Warm Springs, where natural elements of the earth are combined with ancient tradition. The area's natural, 140-degree hot springs are a key element in the offerings. The water is cooled and filtered to revive the body, renew the mind, and replenish the soul. After a full-body massage, invigorate your skin with a sea salt rub and unwind with a mineral soak. In Bend, several exquisite spas include Jinsei Spa, Anjou Spa and Spa W. Worn out from the retail therapy of downtown Bend boutique-hopping? Do “The Great Escape” package at Spa W, with

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Local Knowledge Amanda Stuermer

founder and executive director of world muse

Amanda Stuermer considers herself an “everyday activist.” She created the nonprofit World Muse, which strives to inspire women and girls to “tap into their inner awesome and put it into action.” The organization offers programs that use mindfulness, creativity and service to promote self expression, self awareness, and self worth. Last year those programs reached more than 2,000 women and girls from Bend to Congo. When friends visit I make sure to plan Shibui Spa at FivePine

some inspired activities. I love taking friends on yoga hikes. There are plenty

Sunriver Resort

of awesome trails around Central Oregon that offer the ideal spot for a moment of reflection or to strike a few yoga poses. Yoga with a view is pretty amazing. Each summer, World Muse holds a women's retreat at Blue Lake. It is quite magical. My favorite thing about Central Oregon is the landscape – the jagged lava rock, the towering pines, the unbelievably blue lakes, the pristine rivers and those majestic volcanic mountains. It really does take my breath away on a daily basis. I love to take my journal and

a visit to the steam room, a salt glow treatment, sixty-minute massage, pedicure and a

yoga mat out into all

delicious lunch. Need a full day of rejuvenation? The Wrapsody offers a day of decadence

that natural beauty.

that includes those indulgences plus the signature Desert Rescue facial.

It inspires my mind,

Jinsei Spa has Far Eastern touches and a worldly menu of Indonesian, Indian and Thai massage and Yin-Yang couples massage beside a fireplace along with a glass of pear sake.

fills my heart and feeds my soul.

Anjou Spa and Salon takes its “green” mission seriously. All products are all-natural and organic. Organic facials and non-toxic nail polish for mani-pedis are a couple of examples of its sustainability practices. In Sisters, Shibui at FivePine is a Japanese-influenced spa with a beautiful Buddhist approach to restorative relaxation. In this Zen den amid the pines, a contemplative 120-year-old Buddha is at the center of tantalizing treatments. Think of your time here as a spiritual retreat enhanced by special therapies such as the Ayurvedic Lotus Dream (a hot oil rhythmic massage), Shirodhara (warm oil poured over the forehead for healing) and Crystal Therapy (deploying crystals to release energy). W W W . V I S I T C E N T R A L O R E G O N . C O M

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Exercise & Wellness

Escape to Fitness

s much as Central Oregon is noted nationwide for its outdoor recreation and fitness options, the region also is known for indoor offerings from yoga to Pilates, weight training, cross-fit, water aerobics as well as seniororiented weight training and aerobics. Yoga and a range of versions of the ancient art have worked their way deeply into Central Oregon's core health culture with an impressive ratio of private studios and public venues per capita. The Athletic Club of Bend, Juniper Swim and Fitness Center in Bend and the Sisters

Athletic Club offer yoga along with a diverse selection of the latest styles of fitness classes and indoor fitness equipment. For a complete yoga immersion, try retreating to destination resorts FivePine Lodge in Sisters or Brasada Ranch outside of Bend. Both offer comprehensive packages in tranquil and bucolic settings. If having a blast at a swimming pool is on your list for a family vacation, you're in luck. The Juniper Swim and Fitness Center has a fifty-meter outdoor pool (which is domed in winter for year-round use) and a twenty-fivemeter indoor pool. The new outdoor pool

with its water slide and water-play park are summer favorites (and inexpensive to boot). Kah-Nee-Ta Resort in Warm Springs boasts a 184-foot slide into a mineral pool twice the size of an Olympic pool. The water, which comes from the area's deep natural mineral springs, is cooled in the summer and heated in the fall. In Sunriver, the aquatic and recreation center SHARC is a virtual village of water, with indoor and outdoor pools, water slides, a lazy river, hot tubs and plenty of space for kids to splash and play. The complex's amphitheater is also home to summer concerts and movies.

SPAS & FITNESS DIRECTORY Anjou Spa & Salon

Jinsei Spa

225 NW Franklin Ave., Ste. 3 Bend, OR 97701 (541) 241-8454 anjouspa.com

118 NW Newport Ave. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 383-8282 jinseispa.com

Athletic Club of Bend

Juniper Swim & Fitness

61615 Athletic Club Dr. Bend, OR 97702 (541) 385-3062 athleticclubofbend.com

800 NE 6th St. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 389-7665 bendparksandrec.org

Sage Springs Club & Spa 17645 Tennis Village Ct. Sunriver, OR 97707 (800) 593-7891 sunriver-resort.com

Shibui Spa at FivePine 720 Buckaroo Trail Sisters, OR 97759 (541) 549-6164 shibuispa.com

Sisters Athletic Club

Spa Wanapine

1001 Desperado Trail Sisters, OR 97759 (541) 549-6878 sistersathleticclub.com

6823 Hwy. 8 Warm Springs, OR 97761 (541) 553-1071 kahneetah.com

Spa Brasada

Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic Center/SHARC

16986 SW Brasada Ranch Rd. Powell Butte, OR 97753 (866) 373-4882 brasada.com/spa

Spa W 125 NW Wall St. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 388-1485 spa-w.com

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Broken Top Club Black Butte Ranch

living here

Central Oregon Homestead There are so many reasons to move to Central Oregon but for simplicity's sake, let's narrow it down to an easy eight.

Perfect Location The region's location midway between the Cascade Range to the west and the vast expanse of the high desert to the east. This setting offers the best of both mountain and desert landscapes and all their recreational opportunities.

The Residence Club at Pronghorn

Quality of Life Things move a bit more slowly here. Stress is minimal, with short commutes by car or bike. There's clean air and water, and people take time to get to know their neighbors. Outdoor Paradise Recreation ranks within the top three. Within minutes from your home in Central Oregon, you can snowshoe, and cross-country, alpine or backcountry ski in the mountains. At lower elevations in the mild high desert winter, you can ride a bike or even golf. Come spring, summer and fall, there's rafting, standup paddleboarding, recreational kayaking, golf, spin and flyfishing, mountain biking and road cycling, trail running and hiking just minutes away. Parks Galore The area's parks are world-class yet not overrun. Regional parks offer anyone a respite from a hectic day and a safe place to play with kids. All the Extras The region's amenities boast first-class dining, a much-heralded craft beer and brewpub culture, vibrant art

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communities, world-class entertainment and easy access to the rest of the country with good airline connections through a hassle-free airport. People Here you'll find as friendly and safe a community as anywhere in America.

Ask the Experts Need some advice about relocating to Central Oregon? Stop in and get tips from a local expert at the Central Oregon Visitors Association Visitor Information Center in The Village at Sunriver, open seven days a week, yearround. We have everything you need to help you make Central Oregon your new home. Call Us: 800-800-8334

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Family Central Oregon is a great place to raise children with its excellent schools and lots of kid-friendly recreational activities. Best in Medicine The local medical community includes St. Charles Medical Center and Bend Memorial Clinic, noted throughout the West for providing the best in care. Top docs are drawn to Central Oregon's climate, mountains and way of life.

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The landscape was formed by volcanoes and the history shaped by intrepid pioneers. Today, Central Oregon is one of the most enviable places in the world in which to live. Here are a few compelling facts about this place we call home. Mt. Bachelor is an inactive volcano that last erupted about 10,000 years ago. Today, it is considered the Northwest's top ski area, with eighty-eight groomed runs and 3,683 skiable acres of terrain served by ten lifts. Even non-skiers can ride to the 9,065-foot peak and see for hundreds of milesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;to Mt. Adams in Washington and Mt. Shasta in California. Volcanic peaks South Sister and Broken Top beckon those seeking a challenge. They are among Central Oregon's mostclimbed peaks. Astronauts trained on volcanic terrain in this area between 1964 and 1966 to prepare for trips to the moon. Astronaut Jim Irwin of the Apollo 15 mission brought a local rock and placed it on the moon. Horse trails and wagon roads blazed by explorers in the 1800s, including the legendary John Fremont and Kit Carson, are now the Cascade Lakes Highway. Scenic America named this road, which winds alongside glistening peaks and stunning lakes, one of America's most important byways. Featured in movies such as Rooster Cogburn, with John Wayne and Katharine Hepburn, Homeward Bound with Michael J. Fox and Sally Field and Wild starring Reese Witherspoon, the landscape has had several cameo appearances in Hollywood films.

Amelia Earhart, the first aviatrix to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, had ties to Central Oregon. In 1931, she married her publicist, George Palmer Putnam, of Putnam & Sons Publishing. Putnam had lived in Bend, where he served as mayor and was editor and publisher of The Bend Bulletin. Redmond

Bend's Old Mill District is on the site of the former BrooksScanlon and Shevlin-Hixon lumber mills, the world's largest yellow pine producers in the early 1900s. Today it is a popular shopping and recreation site. Wall Street in Bend was named for a lava rock wall that lined the street, and was considered more respectable than Bond Street, with its gambling houses, bars and houses of ill-repute. In the early twentieth century, downtown Bend was full of freighters, buckaroos, sheep herders and timber cruisers. Today these streets are lively shopping, dining and entertainment areas. Prineville was one of the first local towns to form a baseball team, in 1890. In 1911, Bend and Redmond formed the Bend Reds, then came the Loggers in the 1950s, and the Eagles in 1928. The Bend Rainbows had actor Kurt Russell on the minor league team in 1971. The Central Oregon Phillies, the Bend Bucks, the Bend Rockies and the semi-pro Bend Bandits followed. Today we have the amateur Bend Elks (Jacoby Ellsbury of the New York Yankees is a 2002 alumnus) and they serve up good old-fashioned fun: fierce competition, wooden bats, hot dogs and beer. W W W . V I S I T C E N T R A L O R E G O N . C O M

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What's your wild ride? Central Oregon business begins with EDCO EDCO: the expertise, network, and resources for businesses in central oregon EDCO's mission is to create a diversified local economy and a strong base of middle class jobs in Central Oregon. We do this by helping companies:

Move. EDCO guides companies through the

For Brian Mitchell it was creating a brewery in his hometown of Redmond. Economic Development for Central Oregon (EDCO) identified a significant grant for Wild Ride Brewery via the urban renewal program and a three-year tax savings in exchange for building improvements, job creation, and new equipment.

relocation process as a resource for regional data, incentives, site selection and other services tailored to companies' specific needs.

Start. EDCO mentors and advises promising, scalable young companies with support from concept to exit on issues such as access to capital, critical expertise and strategy. Grow. We have dedicated managers in each of the six Central Oregon communities who partner and advocate for existing companies as they grow and expand.

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Lezlie and Jim McConnell, CEO of McConnell Labs discovered moving their successful nail polish manufacturing business from Eugene to Bend was made easy with EDCO: finding a site, seeking tax credits and recruiting employees.“Lower taxes is a main reason behind the value of moving to Central Oregon,” he said. “I love the way Central Oregon does business.”

5 ½ reasons to move your business here 1. A Diverse and Expanding Economy

We have dynamic industry clusters including: brewing and spirits, bioscience, high-tech and outdoor recreation. A mix of established companies and entrepreneurs has created a connected, energized business community that is ambitious and producing results.

We offer easy access to Portland, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Denver and Salt Lake City via the Redmond regional airport and the I-5 corridor. We have some of the lowest power, gas, and telecommunications costs in the U.S.

2. Talent

5. Real Work-Life Balance

Our workforce is skilled, educated, and growing, from web developers to brewers, engineers to precision manufacturers. People are hungry to move here and even more determined to stay. For employers this means easier recruitment and retention.

We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods. Though best known for our outdoor recreation, we also host some of the Northwest's best festivals and events, including the Bend Venture Conference.

3. The Northwest's Lowest Operating Costs

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Central Oregon has some of the lowest operating costs in the Pacific Northwest: affordable industrial land costs, available buildto-suite commercial real estate, tax abatement, enterprise zones and fast track permitting.

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THAT OTHERS WORK ALL YEAR TO VISIT. You know it as a top spot in the U.S. to play, but did you know Central Oregon has thriving businesses in software, renewable energy, electronics, biosciences, and recreational equipment manufacturing? Costs for employers and employees are lower than you might think in this recreation paradise. But our top asset is the phenomenal talent – technical to senior management – that has consciously chosen to live here. And why not? Whether commuting to

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work or to your favorite fly fishing spot, golf course, mountain bike trail or ski resort, most everything is just minutes away. One of the fastest growing small metros in the nation, we are well connected to the rest of the world with direct flights to eight international airports, mainline rail, multiple highways and high capacity telecom, electric and natural gas infrastructure. Central Oregon is not just a destination for visitors, it’s Destination Opportunity for business.

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Local Knowledge Rachael Scdoris Sled-Dog Racer, Tandem Cycling Champion

Rachael has twice finished the Iditarod, the legendary 1,100-mile sled-dog race across the Alaskan wilderness. She is the first blind person to have completed this grueling competition. Growing up in Central Oregon around her father's

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sled dogs, she started driving her own team of dogs at age 11. At age 15, she was the youngest person to finish the 500-mile International Pedigree Stage Stop

For more information: (800) 800-8334 visitcentraloregon.com

Race in Wyoming. In 2013, she and her tandem

Notables

Population

cycling partner took first place in the road race

Ashton Eaton

Crook County 20,690 Deschutes County 162,525 Jefferson County 22,040 Bend 78,280 La Pine 1,670 Madras 6,255 Maupin 425 Prineville 9,270 Redmond 26,590 Sisters 2,115

gold medalist in decathlon and world champion

and third place in the time trial of the USA Cycling Amateur & Para Road Nationals.

Rachael Scdoris

multiple iditarod competitor

Rachael's story of grit, courage and determination

Matthew Fox

was detailed in the book No End In Sight: The

actor from “lost”

Rachael Scdoris Story and in major media

Rainn Wilson

actor from “the office”

including ABC World News Tonight's “Person

Drew Bledsoe

of The Week.” She has been honored as one of

former new england patriots quarterback

Glamour magazine's Women of the Year, the

Wilson Wewa

confederated tribes chief

Women's Sports Foundation and many other

(2013 PSU Population Research Center)

William Stafford

organizations. With her father, Jerry Scdoris, she

u.s. poet laureate

owns and operates Oregon Trail of Dreams sleddog rides at Mt. Bachelor. When friends visit I take them to Crow's Feet Commons for coffee and pastries, Mt. Bachelor for a sled-dog ride and Sunriver Resort for dinner. My favorite thing about Central Oregon is the fact that we have mountains to the west, a river in the middle and the desert to the east, so there is always something to do outside no matter what time of year it is.

Major Cascade Peaks

Higher Ed

Mt. Bachelor North Sister Middle Sister South Sister Broken Top Mt. Washington Mt. Jefferson

Central Oregon Community College

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Craft breweries: Downhill ski resorts: Groomed cross- country ski areas: Bike trails (Bend proper): Golf courses:

24 and counting 2 3 300+ miles 30

cocc.edu

Oregon State University-Cascades osucascades.edu

AROUND HERE sales tax here. » No None. Zero. Zip. law prohibits customers » State from pumping their own gas. So sit back and relax.

and wine are sold in » Beer grocery stores, the harder stuff, at state-controlled liquor stores. laws keep people— » Leash and pooches—happy.

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BUSINESS SERVICES

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Arbor Mortgage Group NMLS #91027

233 SW Wilson Avenue, Suite 102 (541) 330-8500 hasson.com

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P.O. Box 1981 Bend, OR 97709 (541) 306-9611 redbeepress.com

Bend Memorial Clinic

Kathy Kemper-Zanck, NMLS#255580 209 NE Greenwood, Ste. 1000 Bend, OR 97701 (541) 323-0422 kathy@arbormortgage.com

Bend Rental Guide (541) 633-3001 bendrentalguide.com

Brooks Resources Corporation 409 NW Franklin Ave. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 382-1662 brooks-resources.com

Cascade Sotheby's International Realty 650 SW Bond St., Ste. 100 Bend, OR 97702 Wendy Adkisson (541) 383-7600 cascadesothebysrealty.com Bryan Hilts (541) 771-3200

The Hasson Company Beth Davies 233 SW Wilson Avenue, Suite 102 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 480-5758 bethdavies.hasson.com

NorthWest Crossing 2762 NW Crossing Dr., Ste. 100 Bend, OR 97701 (541) 312-6473 northwestcrossing.com

Obsidian Real Estate Group

Brian Intlekofer, Principal Broker 63032 Lower Meadow Dr., Ste. 100 Bend, OR 97701 (541) 633-7772 obsidianrealestategroup.com

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70 SW Century Dr., Ste. 100-335 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 550-7081 1859magazine.com

BMS Technologies 1036 SE Paiute Way Bend, OR 97702 (541) 388-0789 bendmailing.com

Bryant, Lovlien & Jarvis, PC 591 SW Mill View Way Bend, OR 97702 (541) 382-4331 bljlawyers.com

Carlson Sign 1605 NE Forbes Rd. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 382-2182 carlsonsign.com

Central Oregon Food Policy Council (541) 504-3307 centraloregonfoodpolicy.org

Century Insurance Group 815 SW Bond St, STE 130 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 526-7915 (800) 599-2387 centuryins.com

Combined Communications 63088 NE 18th St., Ste. 200 Bend, OR 97701 (541) 382-5263 centraloregonmagazine.com

Downtown Bend Business Association (541) 788-3628 downtownbend.org

DVA Advertising & Public Relations 109 NW Greenwood Ave., Ste. 103 Bend, OR 97701 (541) 389-2411 dvaadv.com

Economic Development for Central Oregon 705 SW Bonnett Way, Ste. 1000 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 388-3236 edcoinfo.com

Horizon Broadcasting Group 854 NE 4th St. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 383-3825 horizonbroadcasting.com

Les Schwab Tire Centers 20900 Cooley Rd. Bend, OR 97701 lesschwab.com

The Lucky Group (541) 647-1818

Lumbermens Insurance 965 SW Emkay Dr. Bend, OR 97702 (541) 382-2421 lumbins.com

Mid Oregon Credit Union P.O. Box 6749 Bend, OR 97708 (541) 382-1795 midoregon.com

Oregon State University - Cascades 2600 NW College Way Bend, OR 97701-5933 (541) 322-3152 osucascades.edu

Quikstand 855-487-7845 ben@QuikstandUSA.com quikstandusa.com

Ryder Graphics 370 SW Columbia Bend, OR 97702 (541) 382-5934 rydergraphics.net

State Farm Insurance Fred Hornback 1180 SE Division, Ste. 2 Bend, OR 97702 (800) 278-5055 fredhornback.com

Subaru of Bend 2060 NE Hwy. 20 Bend, OR 97701 (541) 389-3031 subaruofbend.org

Sunriver Owners Association 57455 Abbot Dr. Sunriver, OR 97707 (541) 593-2411 sunriverowners.org

SwipeNow 10220 SW Greenburg Rd. #200 Tigard, OR 97723 (888) 382-8472 swipenow.com

Visuality (541) 383-3669 visuality.biz

1501 NE Medical Center Dr. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 382-4900 bendmemorialclinic.com

St. Charles Medical Center 2500 NE Neff Rd. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 382-4321 scmc.org

BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION Miller Lumber 110 NE Greenwood Ave. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 382-2022 miller-lumber.com

Norman Building & Design 1016 SW Emkay Bend, OR 97702 (541) 389-4245 normanbuilding.com

Pahlisch Homes, Inc. 63088 NE 18th St., Ste. 100 Bend, OR 97701 (541) 385-6762 pahlischhomes.com

SolAire Homebuilders 549 SW Mill View Way, Ste. 103 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 383-2140 solairehomebulders.com

INDEPENDENT RETIREMENT LIVING Fox Hollow Independent and Assisted Living 2599 NE Studio Rd. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 383-2030 foxhollowbend.com

Touchmark at Mt. Bachelor Village 19800 SW Touchmark Way Bend, OR 97702 (541) 383-1414 touchmarkbend.com

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Whether purchasing a primary residence, vacation home, or investment property, at Directors Mortgage we are committed to finding you the perfect home loan solution. We also offer refinancing, construction and lot loans, and a top-notch relocation department. With two locations in Central Oregon and a staff of experienced Sr. Mortgage Specialists, we have the services and solutions that are right for you.

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Email: centraloregon@directorsmortgage.net Website: www.directorsmortgage.net This is not a commitment to lend. Consumer Loan License NMLS-3240, CL-3240.

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Getting Around

Planes, trains and automobiles. (And motor homes, buses and bikes.) Central Oregon may be away from it all, but it's easily accessible by nearly every mode of transportation. Here, it's about the journey and the destination.

Drive Time Byandcar,timemileage to Bend Boise Eugene Klamath Falls La Pine Los Angeles Pendelton Portland Prineville Redmond Salem San Francisco Seattle Sisters Sunriver

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Travel

Enjoy nonstop service to Bend/Redmond (RDM) from San Francisco, Los Angeles, Denver, Salt Lake City, Portland and Seattle. flyrdm.com

Alaska Airlines 1-800-ALASKAAIR Flight info: 1-800-547-9308

United and United Express (operated by SkyWest Airlines)

1-800-UNITED-1 Flight Info: 1-800-824-6200 united.com

alaskaair.com

Delta Airlines

American Airlines 1-800-433-7300

1-800-221-1212

aa.com

(operated by SkyWest Airlines) delta.com

Weather Chart Jan Average high temp. (F) Average low temp. (F) Monthly rainfall Monthly snowfall

April

Aug

Oct

41.6 21.9 1.83" 10.03"

57.5 29.9 .60" 1.98"

80.9 44.6 .58" .00"

63.1 31.2 .65" .20"

Annual snowfall at our ski areas: 387-450 inches

VISITOR INFORMATION & TRANSPORTATION DIRECTORY VISITOR SERVICES Bend Chamber 777 NW Wall St., Ste. 200 Bend, OR 97701 (541) 382-3221 bendchamber.org

Central Oregon Visitors Association 57100 Beaver Drive Bldg. 6, Ste. 130 Sunriver, OR 97707 (800) 800-8334 visitcentraloregon.com

Crooked River RanchTerrebonne Chamber of Commerce PO Box 1502 Terrebonne, OR 97760 (541) 923-2679 crrchamber.com

Deschutes County 1300 NW Wall St. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 388-6570 deschutes.org

Deschutes National Forest 63095 Deschutes Market Rd. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 383-5300 fs.usda.gov/centraloregon

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La Pine Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center 51425A Hwy. 97, PO Box 616 La Pine, OR 97739 (541) 536-9771 visitlapine.com

Madrasâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce 274 SW 4th St. Madras, OR 97741-1323 (541) 475-2350 madraschamber.com

Maupin Area Chamber of Commerce

Redmond Chamber of Commerce & CVB 446 SW 7th St. Redmond, OR 97756 (541) 923-5191 visitredmondoregon.com

Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce 291 E. Main Ave. Sisters, OR 97759 (866) 549-0252 sisterscountry.com

Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce

PO Box 220 Maupin, OR 97037 (541) 993-1708 maupinoregon.com

Two Country Mall 57195 Beaver Dr., Ste. B PO Box 3246 Sunriver, OR 97707 (541) 593-8149 sunriverchamber.com

Metolius River Association

Visit Bend

Camp Sherman, OR metoliusriver.com

Oregon State Parks 725 Summer St. NE, Ste. C Salem, OR 97301 (888) 953-7677 oregonstateparks.org

Prinevilleâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Crook County Chamber of Commerce 185 NE 10th St. Prineville, OR 97754 (541) 447-6304 visitprineville.org

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750 NW Lava Rd., Ste. 160 Bend, OR 97701 (877) 245-8484 visitbend.com

Visitors Choice of Central Oregon (866) 312-8072 63025 OB Riley Rd., Ste. 15 Bend, OR 97701 visitorschoiceusa.com

TRANSPORTATION

Les Schwab Tire Centers

AMTRAK

20900 Cooley Road Bend, OR 97701 8 Central Oregon Locations lesschwab.com

(800) 872-7245 amtrak.com

Avis Rent a Car Redmond Airport 2522 SE Jesse Butler Circle #6 Redmond, OR 97756 (541) 923-3750 avis.com

Bend Municipal AirportGeneral Aviation 63136 Powell Butte Hwy. Bend, OR 97701 (541) 389-0258 www.bend.or.us

Bend Tour Company 550 SW Industrial Way Bend, OR 97702 (541) 480-8477 bendtourcompany.com

Central Oregon Breeze 62995 Plateau Dr., Ste. 1 Bend, OR 97701 (800) 847-0157 cobreeze.com

Destination Transportation (541) 550-8055 destinationtransportationllc.com

GetIt Shuttle Downtown Bend (541) 610-6103 getitshuttle.com

Northwest Navigator Redmond/Bend (503) 285-3000 nwnavigator.com

Portland International Airport (PDX) 7000 NE Airport Way Portland, OR (503) 460-4234 pdx.com

Roberts Field (RDM) Redmond Municipal Airport 2522 SE Jesse Butler Circle #17 Redmond, OR 97756-8642 (541) 548-0646 flyrdm.com

Sunriver Resort Airport 57200 River Rd. Sunriver, OR 97707 (888) 780-4438 sunriver-resort.com

The Bend Trolley 1197 NW Summit Bend, OR 97701 (541) 771-1800 bendtrolley.com

1006 S.W. Emkay Drive Bend, OR 97702 541.383.3362 Toll Free: 1-800-228-6744

Agent for Allied Van Lines ®

www.prestigemoving.com

· Daily service between Central Oregon and the Portland area · Charters and tours for all your groups transportation needs

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Destination Resorts Black Butte Ranch Brasada Ranch Eagle Crest Resort Kah-Nee-Ta Resort & Spa Mount Bachelor Village Pronghornâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;An Auberge Resort Riverhouse Hotel & Convention Center Seventh Mountain Resort Sunriver Resort Tetherow

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