Stories from Central Oregon

Every July, the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show takes over its namesake community in Central Oregon—displaying more than 1,000 quilts and attracting roughly 10,000 visitors from around the world. It’s a…

In recent years, pickleball has become one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States. According to USA Pickleball, the sport’s governing body, roughly 13.6 million players picked up a…

Redmond sits in the heart of Central Oregon’s scenic high desert—boasting views of nearby Cascade peaks and sitting a short jaunt from the likes of Smith Rock State Park and…

For generations, artists from all walks of life have been drawn to Central Oregon’s natural beauty—its snow-capped mountain peaks, the rolling hills and juniper forests of our expansive high desert,…

Redmond is full of—and sits surrounded by—all kinds of exciting adventures. Whether you’re hiking to nearby Cline Falls, heading underground at the Redmond Caves, visiting Smith Rock State Park, or…

Central Oregon is home to countless rivers, lakes, and water adventures to enjoy; but being prepared and knowing the right information is crucial to having the best experiences on the…

Bend is beloved for its wide range of outdoor adventure—from well-designed mountain bike trails and scenic campgrounds to kayak-friendly lakes and laid-back river floats. It’s only natural, then, that the…

Bend is beloved for its wide range of outdoor adventure—from well-designed mountain bike trails and scenic campgrounds to kayak-friendly lakes and laid-back river floats. It’s only natural, then, that the…