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Since 2009, blogger Tawna Fenske has penned regular posts for the Bend Adventure Journal featuring insider tips and best-of-Bend spotlights. A fourth-generation Oregonian with more than two decades spent living in Bend, Tawna offers hints to help you make the most of a Bend vacation. Whether you’re looking for the city’s best biscuits and gravy, planning a family hike, or wondering how to safely float the river, you’ll get the scoop with a side order of silly humor. Smile…you’re in Bend.

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Bright Life Creative Studio LLC

Art studio and paint nights in Central Oregon! We offer public events and private parties.... 541.728.4253 https://www.brightlifecreative.com

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Drift Outfitter LLC

Drift Outfitter delivers kayaks, SUPs, drift boats, camping equipment, and so much more to your... 541.350.4928 https://www.driftoutfitter.com

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Wanderlust Tours | Cave Tours

Explore the underground world of caves! Wanderlust Tours is an outdoor tour company specializing in... 61535 S Hwy 97, Suite 13, Bend, OR 97702 541.389.8359 https://www.wanderlusttours.com/?utm_medium=header-link&utm_source=vb-web&utm_campaign=wt-caving

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Base Camp Adventures

Are you looking for a true Bend experience? Look no further, Base Camp Adventures shares... 210 SW Century Drive, #438, Bend, OR 97702 503.888.5624 https://www.paddleboardoregon.com/central-oregon/

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Walt Reilly's

Walt Reilly's vision was to bring outdoor entertainment into a massive indoor space for the... 225 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702 541.546.0511 https://www.waltreillys.com

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Ride 2 You

RIDE 2 YOU has your ride and it’s delivered to your rental property or hotel... 20784 Carmen Loop, Suite 130, Bend, OR 97702 541.241.7882 https://ride2you.com

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Leading Edge Aviation

TAKE YOUR ADVENTURE TO BEND AND CENTRAL OREGON AIRBORNE. Bend’s first and original aerial helicopter... 63048 Powell Butte Hwy, Bend, OR 97701 541.639.9438 https://flybend.com/tours/

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Oregon Adaptive Sports

Oregon Adaptive Sports provides life-changing outdoor experiences for individuals with disabilities. OAS offers custom, group,... 63025 OB Riley Rd, Suite 12, Bend, OR 97703 541.306.4774 https://oregonadaptivesports.org

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Bend Ghost Tours

Bend is known for its award-winning breweries, amazing restaurants, and incredible outdoor recreation. But there’s... 541.350.0732 https://www.bendghosttours.com/

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The Bend Hunt

The Bend Hunt is a thrilling and entertaining way to explore Bend, Oregon like never... 541.316.8108 https://www.thebendhunt.com

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Central OR Hydrobike Rentals LLC

Eco friendly fun for the whole family! Bicycles you ride on the water. We are... 16080 SW Rainbow Rd, Terrebonne, OR 97760 503.349.6597 https://cohydrobikes.com

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Cline Falls State Scenic Viewpoint

Located on the banks of the Deschutes River near Redmond, Oregon, Cline Falls is a... https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=park.profile&parkId=30

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Wanderlust Tours | Winter Tours

Explore with us this winter! Wanderlust Tours is an outdoor tour company specializing in unique,... 61535 S Hwy 97, Suite 13, Bend, OR 97702 541.389.8359 https://www.wanderlusttours.com/?utm_medium=header-link&utm_source=vb-web&utm_campaign=wt-winter

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Board & Brush Creative Studio

There's so much creativity & fun to be had at a Board & Brush workshop!... 63455 N Hwy 97, Bend, OR 97703 541.480.4549 https://boardandbrush.com/bend/

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Devils Lake & Mirror Lakes

Devils Lake is a spring fed pool of green waters. It is most commonly used... 541.383.5300 https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=72024

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Todd Lake

This very popular, scenic trail circles around the lake. Todd Lake is on the edge... 877.444.6777 https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=39310

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Tumalo Creek Park & Float Tube Rentals

Looking to rent river tubes to float the Urban Deschutes Townie Float? Look no further... 1000 SW Bradbury Dr, Bend, OR 97702 541.317.9407 https://tumalocreek.com/bend-park-float-tube-rentals/

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High Desert Scenario Paintball Field

High Desert Scenario Paintball Field is Central Oregon's premier paintball experience. Located in the Central... 541.408.7675 https://www.hdspaintball.com/

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K1 Speed Bend

K1 SPEED BEND IS THE FIRST K1 SPEED US FRANCHISE - K1 Speed Bend is... 20795 High Desert Ln, Bend OR 97701 541.797.7979 https://www.k1speed.com/bend-location.html

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Fitness & Gyms

Free Spirit

Located in the beautiful Old Mill District we offer quality yoga and fitness classes taught... 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend, OR 97702 541.241.3919 https://freespiritbend.com/

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Activities

Summer Activities at Brasada Ranch

Summer is the perfect time to spend time at The Ranch. Guests of The Ranch... 16986 SW Brasada Ranch Rd, Powell Butte, OR 97753 541.526.6869 https://www.brasada.com/?utm_source=visitbend.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=summer_fun

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Trampoline Zone & Adventure Park

With more than 50 trampoline beds, Trampoline Zone & Adventure Park is Bend’s premier family... 63040 18th St, Bend, OR 97701 541.323.3040 http://tzbend.com/

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Ice Skating

The Pavilion in Bend

Ah, nothing warms the heart like a giant sheet of cold ice! The Pavilion is... 1001 SW Bradbury Dr, Bend, OR 97702 541.389.7588 https://www.bendparksandrec.org/park/the-pavilion/

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Smith Rock Ranch

Smith Rock Ranch is a real working farm, specializing in producing carrot, onion, and blue... 1250 NE Wilcox Ave., Terrebonne, OR 97760 541.504.1414 http://smithrockranch.com/

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Waterfalls

Steelhead Falls

In steps, it is only about .5 miles from the trailhead to Steelhead Falls. In... Steelhead Falls Trailhead, SW River Rd, Terrebonne, OR 97760 https://www.blm.gov/visit/steelhead-falls-trail

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Paulina Falls

Paulina Creek Falls is a cascade and plunge waterfall from a streambed draining from Paulina... Forest Service Rd 21, La Pine, OR https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38436

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Benham Falls

Benham Falls are rapids of the Deschutes River located between Sunriver and Bend, Oregon, United... Forest Service Rd 9702, Bend, OR - Near Lava Lands Visitor Center https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38288

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Dillon Falls

Dillon Falls are rapids in the U.S. state of Oregon near Bend in the Deschutes... Forest Service Rd 41, Bend, OR https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recreation/recarea/?recid=38340

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Lava Island Falls

Lava Island Falls are rapids on the Deschutes River. Rated a Class 5, they are... Forest Service Rd 41, Bend, OR https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38392

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Tumalo Falls

This very popular site offers beautiful views of Tumalo Falls just a few minutes from the trailhead. There are... West of Bend on Skyliners Rd, Bend, OR https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38526

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Indoor Fun

Mountain Air Trampoline Park

Mountain Air Indoor Trampoline Park offers an indoor recreation and amusement facility for children and... 20495 Murray Rd, Suite 150, Bend, OR 97701 541.647.1409 https://www.mountainairbend.com/

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R.A.D. Camps

R.A.D. Camps explores over 50 unique summer locations and operates under a special use permit in Deschutes... 541.771.3988 http://www.radcamps.com/

Tower Theatre

For nearly 80 years the iconic Tower Theatre has been the center of downtown Bend....

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Indoor Fun

Cascade Indoor Sports

With nearly 50,000 square feet, Cascade Indoor Sports is home to youth and adult soccer,... 20775 High Desert Ln, Bend OR 97701 541.330.1183 http://www.cascadeindoorsports.com/

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Parks & Playgrounds

Riverbend Park and Off-Leash Dog Area

Completed in 2009, Riverbend Park is a special community gathering place that celebrates the Deschutes... 799 SW Columbia St, Bend OR 97702 541.389.7275 http://www.bendparksandrec.org/parks/riverbend-park/

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