Adventure Journal

The Best of Bend

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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Campfire Passport

Enjoy guided adventures all over the central Oregon area in outfitted rental 4x4s or tag... 541.604.2769 https://campfirepassport.com

SK Travels, LLC

SK Travels, LLC offers Senior Travel Companion services as well as private rides across Central... 541.948.9227 https://www.sophiekellogg.com/

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Alpaca Picnics - The Original Alpaca Picnic Experience

Yup, a picnic...but with alpacas! We’ll set you up in our pasture with a fully... 19855 4th St (Office at Tumalo Coffeehouse) https://www.pacapicnics.com/

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Obsidian Flow Snow Tours

EXPERIENCE THE BEAUTY: Magical Snowmobile Tours in Oregon's Breathtaking Newberry National Volcanic Monument. EXPLORE: The... 541.390.1802 https://obsidianflowsnowtours.com/

Rooted Presence

Rooted Presence offers guided nature and forest bathing walks in the beautiful, diverse landscape of... https://www.rootedpresence.com/

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r'oming Yoga

A perfect blend of nature, wellness, and fun! This experience invites you to slow down,... 541.316.9213 https://www.romingyogabend.com

Kid-Friendly Tours

Self-Guided Tours

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r'oming yoga

More than a walk in the woods! This experience is guided by Certified Forest Bathing... 541.316.9213 https://www.romingyogabend.com

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Adventure Tours Bend

Spending time in the outdoors is our passion. Whether it is the lakes, the river,... 541.901.3188 https://adventuretoursbend.com

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Yellow Brew Bus

Experience the best of Bend aboard our little yellow school bus! 123 Main Street, Bend, OR 97702 541.694.1110 https://www.yellowbrewbus.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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Bend Fly Shop

Bend Fly Shop offers the best of fly fishing apparel and gear! Shop online or... 50 SE Scott St, Space 7, Bend, Oregon 97702 541.389.6151 https://www.bendflyshop.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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Ultimate Scavenger Bend

How well do you know Bend? Whether a visitor or long time resident, this ULTIMATE... 19587 River Woods Drive, Bend, OR 97702 901.210.5104 https://bendmarketplace.com/?s=ultimate+scavenger

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Rainshadow Organics

Rainshadow Organics is a full-diet farm with dozens of varieties of certified organic vegetables, herbs,... 71290 Holmes Rd, Sisters, OR 97759 541.977.6746 https://www.rainshadoworganics.com

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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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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

Bend Wine Tours

Enjoy PRIVATE wine tasting at 4 local tasting rooms while exploring the Old Mill District... 541.946.3289 https://www.bendwinetours.com/

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Specialized Aero Works

45 or 20-Minute Adventure Flight Arrive at our facility, get thoroughly briefed, strap on your... 63120 Powell Butte Rd, Bend, OR 97701 541.728.3620 http://Fly-SAW.com

Off Road Oregon

Off Road Oregon provides self-drive guided 4x4 tours of Central Oregon and beyond. We put... https://www.offroadoregon.com/

Brewery Tours

Bend Spring Vacation

My love "Bear" and I "Mama Bear" will be going to Bend to see all...

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Motor Sports

RIDE Adventures

With the incredible array of sweepers, twisties, single-track, and adventure bike dual sport terrain available... 458.202.0462 https://www.rideadv.com/

Bend, Oregon Helicopter and Airplane Aerial Tours

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Horseback Riding & Equestrian

Horseback Riding at Brasada Ranch

Whether new to horseback riding and are looking to set out on a new adventure... 16986 SW Brasada Ranch Rd, Powell Butte, OR 97753 844.602.5306 https://www.brasada.com/equestrian-club/?utm_source=visitbend.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=equestrian

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Activities

Roundabout Art Route

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Food and Drink

Bend Ale Trail

Back in the day, Bend was a logging town. Today, we’re a lager town. And...

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Guided Tours

Bend Photo Tours

Book the ultimate Photo Tour experience throughout Bend and Central Oregon’s stunning landscapes, guided by... 550 SW Industrial Way, #105, Bend, OR 97701 541.640.1089 https://www.bendphototours.com/

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Activities

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/

Kid & Family Friendly Activities

Self-Guided Tours

Pilot Butte Cemetery

The Pilot Butte Cemetery was established in 1913. It includes 40 acres of land with... 1250 NE Bear Creek Rd, Bend, OR 97702 541.388.5548 https://www.imortuary.com/funeral-homes/oregon/bend/pilot-butte-cemetery/

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Rock Climbing

Chockstone Climbing Guides

Let’s Go Rock Climbing! Chockstone Climbing Guides is an AMGA Accredited rock climbing service specializing... 541.318.7170 http://www.chockstoneclimbing.com/

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Aerial Tours & Scenic Flights

Skydive Awesome!

Are you interested in making your fist skydive? Are you already a licensed skydiver looking... 2028 NW Berg Dr, Madras, OR 97741 541.719.8026 http://www.skydiveawesome.com/

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