Are you looking for a moderately challenging day hike with rewarding views? Tumalo Mountain might be the hike for you. Only 30 minutes west of Bend, Oregon in the Deschutes National Forest, the 4.1-mile out-and-back trail offers a 1,400 foot-elevation gain on the way up with expansive views of the Sisters,...
Madeline Bell, Staff Photographer | Published June 8, 2025
On May 17, the annual SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle race was held in Bend, Oregon. The race is a fundraiser for the Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation and helps raise money for the junior athletes who are a part of the program.
The 2025 race consisted...
Fabian Ruiz, Editor in chief | Published June 13, 2025
On May 17 the scent of alderwood and roasting fish filled the cloudy sky at Central Oregon Community College’s sports field as the 25th annual Salmon Bake celebrated indigenous cultures rooted in tradition, learning and community.
The celebration...
Whether you’re an early bird or a night owl, there’s no shortage of fun early-morning or late-night activities in Bend. From star-filled observatories to 6 a.m yoga classes, Bend offers unique experiences for each kind of person. Here are a handful...