Savvy360 Bend - Summer/Fall 2022 by savvy360

BEND C U RAT E D T RAV E L + L I F EST Y L E

THIS IS WHAT YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR.

Prime steaks and fresh Wild seafood alongside an Award-Winning wine list. We procure only the Finest ingredients, including many Organic products. Join us for a truly Memorable culinary experience. We serve USDA

Brickhouse Steakhouse

BEND 5 NW Minnesota Ave. • 541-728-0334

BrickhouseSteakhouse.com

REDMOND 412 SW Sixth St. • 541-526-1782

Plan the perfect trip. INSTALL THE SAVVY360 MOBILE APP TO MAXIMIZE YOUR BEND EXPERIENCES Scan to get the SAVVY360 app on your device

CREATE A TRIP • BUILD AN ITINERARY • COLLABORATE WITH FRIENDS DISCOVER FRESH CONTENT • BROWSE CURATED GUIDES GET MAPS + DIRECTIONS • FOLLOW LIVE SOCIAL FEEDS Apple and the Apple Logo are registered trademarks of Apple inc. Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC.

CONTENTS

FROM A STORIED PAST TO A VIBRANT MODERN DESTINATION

Old Mill Sunset by Pete Alport

Local Vibe

Discover the high desert ... spot a Great Blue Heron ... explore the craft brew scene ... hunt for snowbrush ... wear a puffer ... fish for trout.

Local Faves

Lay of the Island

Timber to Tourism

Resident Pete Alport shares his insight and treasures of the area.

Getting familiar with Central Oregon.

Discover the storied history and modern transformation of the Old Mill District.

CONTENTS

66 GRUB HUBS

Preserving Nature

Discover Three Sisters Wilderness

How the Deschutes Land Trust has worked to permanently protect scenic land and waterways, starting with the Indian Ford Meadow Preserve.

Make permitting part of your plan as you explore these epic trails.

Carving Treasures

Bespoke Boards

Homegrown in the High Desert

Robert Seliger blends the hand of a master craftsman with the heart and vision of an artist.

Travis Yamada builds custom surfboards evolved for the river, ocean and wake.

Rainshadow Organics shines in the field.

DISCOVER THREE SISTERS WILDERNESS

HIKING AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK COVER PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICK WILTGEN

Grub Hubs

The Hot Spot

Culinary Q&A

What We Love Now

Experience Central Oregon

The ultimate guide to food cart pods in Bend.

The Dogwood Cocktail Cabin.

Chef George Morris.

Trends on the culinary scene—roll with it, go primal, get your tiki on, and an ocean of inspiration.

Start planning your trip with curated guides.

My Spirit. My Adventure. Vodka, Gin and hiskey made in the heart of the Cascade Mountains

Try our spirits at one of our two tastin rooms in downtown Bend and Tumalo 1024 NW Bon St • Ben , OR 19330 Pinehurst Roa • Tumalo, OR

CRATER LAKE SPIRITS, BEND, OREGON • THE SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE CRATERLAKESPIRITS.COM

EXPERIENCE YOUR GUIDE TO CENTRAL OREGON

SEE + DO | 89

GOLF | 107

DOWNLOAD THE SAVVY360 APP

SHOP + STYLE | 117 MASTHEAD

EAT + DRINK | 125

LIVING | 143

KEVIN GEIGER DANIEL DUVAL MUN SOK GEIGER MICHELLE LACOUR K.M. COLLINS MEGHAN ROBINS TAMBI LANE PETE ALPORT DIGITAL SAVVY360 APP on THE APP STORE/GOOGLE PLAY SAVVY360.COM CONTACT

MAPS | 147

FOR COMMENTS OR QUESTIONS, EMAIL US MAGAZINE@SAVVY360.COM FINE PRINT

TRAVELOGUE | 154 6

©2022 SAVVY360, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted or distributed in any form without the prior written permission of SAVVY360. DESIGNED AND PRINTED IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

LOCAL VIBE

HIGH DESERT

The term “high desert” probably appeared on Oregon maps early in the 20th century to signify a corridor of rocky upland area near the center of the state, today known as Northernmost Lake County and Southeastern Deschutes County. It’s both a geographic descriptive title and an ecological zone. Where did the rock and elevation come from? A rare phenomenon on the earth's surface, stacked flood basalts started overflowing from Central Oregon vents 30,000 years ago. Today, that lava stands at 4,000 plus feet of elevated bedrock. In terms of climate, this zone is arid (compared to Western Oregon) and receives no more than 11 inches of rainfall a year, with the vast majority of water stores hidden in the subsurface. Other ecological components include conifer alpine forests, sage-steppe grasslands, and highly adapted desert fauna. The high desert is considered prolific in sustainable consumable resources for only part of the year; thus traditionally, indigenous peoples of the high desert area were primarily nomadic. The high desert is a special place where resources should be carefully managed. Today the Warm Springs Reservation contains the vast majority of regional indigenous peoples. The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs includes Warm Springs, Wasco, and Paiute Tribes. The Warm Springs Tribe is made up of the Upper Deschutes (Tygh), Lower Deschutes (Wyam), Tenino and John Day (Dock-spus) bands.

hub

fifififi

LOCAL VIBE

GREAT BLUE HERON

Found on the Deschutes River quietly wading in the shallows and quietly fishing, the great blue heron (Ardea herodias) moves with a statuesque, calm, and cool demeanor until, in the blink of an eye, it spears a fish with its sharp beak. The extension gained from extra-long legs and neck allow for a stealth and silent, all-atonce, split-second catch. Mirroring a crane or egret in cadence, the great blue heron is also affectionately known by birders as G-B-H and pterodactyl. In flight, its wings are so large, and its head, sternum and legs remain so still, one imagines the bird to be moving in slow motion. Its body is a dusty periwinkle or blue gray, with a long, lean neck and mixed white and gray fluffy beard feathers connecting the two. A dark stripe or mask across its eye extends into a rooster tail eyebrow that could be mistaken for a masquerade mask. G-B-H is also found on the marshes and meadows of the Cascade Lakes and remote sections of the Deschutes River. Their Zen-like, still presence is entrancing and demands the attention of onlookers.

LOCAL VIBE

CRAFT BEER

Melted from the flanks of Mount Bachelor, gravity driven pristinely filtered water droplets find their way through tight caverns and vesicles in Bend’s basalt watershed. Their fate? To be brewed into some of the finest craft beer in the nation. With at least two dozen breweries to choose from, there’s sure to be an ale that speaks to you. From blondes to stouts, fresh hop to Belgian, each local microbrew has its own special flavor profile, sometimes developed over many centuries, across the pond in Old World Europe. Award-winning local favorites include RPM IPA from Boneyard, Pub Beer from 10 Barrel Brewing Co. and Deschutes Brewery’s seasonal winter warmer, Jubelale Ale. Drinking beer is one thing. Accessorizing and attending brew festivals legitimizes your expertise. Functioning like a small keg, upgrade your fresh-from-the-tap habit from a 16 oz. pint pour to a 64 oz. glass growler, or a 32 oz. crowler fill. Outfitting with Silipints (unbreakable cups made from silicone), moniker glass pints from your favorite breweries and Hydro Flasks (as a style of growler) are all customary microbrew fanfare. Bring all your accoutrement and collect keep-sake taster glasses when you attend renown annual beer centered events like Little Woody, Bend Brewfest, Zwickelmania and more. To be sure you don’t miss out on any of the microbrew fun, check out VisitBend.com for a detailed Bend Ale Trail listings and map.

LOCAL VIBE

SNOWBRUSH Snowbrush (Ceanothus velutinus) is a flowering shrub with many names such as buckbrush, wild lilac, deer brush, tobacco brush or red root, cinnamon brush, sticky laurel, shiny-leaf ceanothus and mountain balm. Many common names allude to its sticky, scented leaves whose beautifully pungent odor heightens when leaves are crushed. Because of their complicated germination requirements, they are difficult to grow and keep alive in pots, though their seeds can remain viable in the soil for several centuries. Sprouting in response to fire at temperatures around 176-203ºF (80-95ºC), the heat is necessary to break the outer seed coat. Snowbrush is desirable in native high desert restoration project sites for its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil. Snowbrush is easy to identify by its shiny, often sticky, evergreen leaves that possess three main veins. In Greek, velutinus means soft and velvety, which is how the short, dense, silky hairs on the undersides of its leaves feel. This feature is more pronounced on shrubs found in drier areas of the east Cascades, near Bend. When in bloom, it is covered with creamy clusters of tiny white flowers, borne in pyramidal clusters, which individually resemble new fallen snowflakes.

63455 N U.S. 97 Bend, OR www.shopcascadevillage.com

AFFORDABLE DENTURES ASHLEY HOMESTORE & OUTLET AT&T

SHOP

BANK OF AMERICA BED, BATH & BEYOND BEST BUY BLACK STEER STEAKHOUSE & SALOON BOARD & BRUSH CONSCIOUS INK CRUMBL COOKIE DICK’S SPORTING GOODS EL RANCHO GRANDE FAMOUS FOOTWEAR FOOD 4 LESS HARRY RITCHIE’S JEWELERS JAMBA JUICE

DINE

LEFT COAST BURGER CO. LITTLE PIZZA PARADISE RADIANT WAXING MATTRESS FIRM MEN’S WEARHOUSE MOOSE SISTER’S PETSMART PRETTY MOMENTS LINGERIE PRETTY NAILS PRO IMAGE REGIS SALON ROSS DRESS FOR LESS SCRUB SHACK SEE’S CANDIES SHINSEI SUSHI SPORTS CLIPS STARBUCKS COFFEE TACO DEL MAR T-MOBILE TRADER JOE’S VISIONWORKS WORLD MARKET

UNWIND

LOCAL VIBE

PUFFER

The puffer jacket is as ubiquitous as American Express for travelers and residents in nighttime coldish climates like Bend—never leave home without it. Who knew tight knit nylon, all the colors of the rainbow, baffles stuffed with goose down could become an iconic outdoor fashion piece? Also known as the “puffy” jacket, it’s named for its bulky puffed-up look. Though the style is now en vogue, its original purpose was functional for mountaineers keeping the wearer warm through loft insulation, Stay-Puft Marshmallow Man style. Puffy jackets are manufactured by numerous outdoor winter brands. Although, the favorite brand might be Patagonia or “Patagucci,” as it’s affectionately referred to by Bend residents. From ski après in the winter to very cool summer nights, in any season, you’ll want to have a puffy handy as the sun goes down in the high desert. It’s as important as a wallet or your cell phone. One last fashion tip: Don’t keep your puffy looking too fresh. Scuffed up and worn in layers gives you street cred and tells the crowd you’ve been out adventuring. In some outdoor-recreation-centered company, the more road rash and dilapidated your old school North Face puffy, the more it becomes a conversation piece.

PAR K& ON S IMPS FLOAT ON A

OPE N JUN S E 18

VE.

ﬂoat the river in

easy steps Start at Park & Float on Simpson Ave. for parking, tube rentals, life jackets and shuttle service - everything you need for a great day on the river.

Start at Park & Float.

Gear up.

Go ﬂoat.

Return via the shuttle.

Rental and shuttle information, maps and more details at

bendwhitewaterpark.com

Free public parking at Simpson Ave. & Bradbury Way,

LOCAL VIBE

TROUT

A freshwater fish of the salmon family, trout are the unofficial mascot of Central Oregon. Bull, brook, and rainbow species inhabit the banks of the Deschutes River. Rainbow trout are renowned not only for their beautiful blushing belly color, but for their outstanding anadromous life's journey. As youngsters they make their way from a freshwater birthplace all the way to the ocean, and before death, make their way back to spawn and die. Anglers will find year-round trout fishing in the Deschutes, Metolius, Fall, and Crooked Rivers. Fishing opportunities for trout in Central Oregon and the Deschutes watershed are plentiful. The first rule of angling like a local is catch and release, putting wild fish back. How can you tell a wild trout from a stocked trout? With brown trout, they have many gray tones throughout their flanks and underside. A wild brown trout exhibits more vivid colorations, yellowish belly, bright red spots, a redtipped adipose fin with occasionally red-lined tail fins. Always check on local fishing regulations before casting. Protections are in place to ensure fisheries stay healthy for generations to come. Other bucket list species fishable in the high desert include kokanee, Chinook salmon and summer steelhead. 18

Contemporary. Chef Inspired. Passionate. Serving the highest quality Italian and local Northwest ingredients

INFO Tues-Sat 4:30pm SaluteBend.com

DOWNTOWN BEND 1045 NW Bond St. 541-323-0279 19

LOCAL FAVES Favorite food? Parilla, Toomies, Super Barrito…I’ve been going there forever, staples in town. For newer spots, I love the flavors and vibe at Spork and El Sancho. Favorite summer activity? Backpacking—everything I need is on my back. I love every single thing about backpacking from the moment I leave my truck. Favorite drive? To Sisters from Bend—the view is incredible and I’ve spent much of my life in the volcanoes I am viewing. Favorite hike? South Sister for sunrise. Hiking in the dark—into dawn—into sunrise is a perfect way to start the day. Favorite place to catch the sunset/sunrise? Why? Pilot Butte for summertime thunderstorms and sunset. For sunrise, the sky’s the limit. The volcanoes face east, so pick your poison on which one you want to stare at in awe. Favorite hangout? Velvet, for homies and new people, the decor, proximity, vibe, and a drink I made up called “The Yellow.” Get one! Favorite local product? Blackstrap and Snoplanks. Awesome quality, friends make the clothing and boards, and I’ve trusted my life with it for a long time. Also, I believe in the company’s way of doing business with a community-based mindset.

MY BEND

Favorite place to take your guests? Everywhere that is Central Oregon. I think I am a very good tour guide—spend 24-48 hours with me and you’ll have a great time. Favorite place to splurge? Vanilla. I love clothes shopping.

Occupation Professional Photographer How long you have lived in Bend? Since 1994 Moved from Portland, OR

Lucky you live in Central Oregon because…it fits the bill for everything that I feel makes me happy. If you were a visitor, you would want to know…love yourself and in turn you will love this community—all else will fall into place here.

CATCH A SUNRISE

SUNSET HIKES + FOREVER VIEWS

EPIC SIGHTS TO EXPLORE

PHOTO COURTESY: (ALL) PETE ALPORT

PETE ALPORT

BEND Welcome to Central Oregon. This is a place where old school meets innovation and ranchers, recreationalists, entrepreneurs, and retirees come together at the end of another momentous day to cheer over a locally brewed craft beer, cider or kombucha. Whether you’re in Central Oregon for adventure in the mountains, hiking some of Oregon’s tallest peaks, riding Mt Bachelor, kayaking, flyfishing, world-class mountain biking, trail running through ponderosa pine forests, or exploring lava caves and volcanic formations, Central Oregon has something for everyone. >>>

LAY OF THE LAND

Thrill seekers can zip line off Mt Bachelor, crawl through underground lava caves, or rock climb at Smith Rock State Park. Those preferring to keep their feet on solid ground have hundreds of trails, parks, and nature preserves to choose from. Water lovers find plenty of river and lake access for floating, fishing, and swimming. If this all sounds too outdoorsy for you, no problem. Central Oregon is home to wineries and distilleries, luxury resort spas, community theaters, art fairs, and incredible museums like the High Desert Museum and the Deschutes Historical Museum. No matter what activity you choose, you’ll likely want to finish the day with a tasty drink, satisfying meal, and an unparalleled view of seven incredible mountains.

BRIEF HISTORY

Before European exploration and the incorporation of the Oregon Territory and the establishment of Oregon as a state in 1846, eight Indigenous Nations—each with their own customs, movements, and traditions—first claimed this land. These include the Wascoes, Warm Springs, Northern Paiutes, and the Columbia River Tribes: Wasco (Chinookan), Tenino, Tygh, Wyam, and John Day (Sahaptin). This place, where high desert meets evergreen forests nestled in the rain shadow of the Cascade Mountain Range, has been hugely significant to humans for thousands of years. In fact, archeological evidence shows Indigenous peoples have been living in Central Oregon since at least 13,000 years ago. When Euro-American’s began colonizing this area in earnest in the early 1800s, they forever changed the relationships between land, people, and animals. Since then, Bend has morphed from a pre-colonial landscape to a single “Farewell Bend” Ranch to a robust logging town to a bustling outdoor adventure destination. With the arrival of two colleges (Oregon State University Cascades and Central Oregon Community College), 22

Bend continues to emerge as one of the most attractive places to live and visit—with unique intersections of culture, activity, and industry.

BEND

Whether it’s activity, food, or entertainment you’re after, Bend (aka Beer City, USA) offers it all. With a dreamy concoction of restaurants, outdoor activity, and art, it’s no wonder Bend has been one of the fastest growing towns in recent decades. With over 75 city parks, more than 20 breweries, and more food trucks than one can count, Bend is one of the most vibrant and progressive towns in Central Oregon. With cultural highlights like the High Desert Museum, headliner bands playing at Hayden Homes Amphitheater, performing arts at Tower Theatre and Cascades Theatrical Company, shopping at the Old Mill District, and a bustling downtown filled with boutique shops, restaurants, and style, Bend is home to myriad yearround events that means anytime is a great time to visit.

SISTERS

This sleepy town at the base of the Three Sisters Mountains entices visitors like a step back in time. Its 1880s, western-style buildings, wooden sidewalks, and tight-knit storefronts house local artists, the famed Sisters Coffee Co. and Sisters Bakery, and a noticeably friendly atmosphere. From this Gateway to the Cascades, take a short drive to Suttle Lake, or drive or cycle the 82-mile McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass Scenic Byway through old-growth forests or the 37-mile Sisters to Smith Rock Scenic Bikeway through sagebrush and juniper canyons. Don’t miss the annual Sister’s Rodeo (June), internationally recognized Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show (July), Annual Country Fair (September), and plenty of community races, music shows, street festivals and more throughout the year.

TUMALO FALLS

LAY OF THE LAND

REDMOND

You really can tell a lot about a town by checking their events calendar. For Redmond, this includes an annual rodeo, brew festivals, BMX Nationals, summer concert series, art shows, and more than one car show on the books. No matter your interests, the “Hub of Central Oregon” offers something for everyone. Whether you’re here to golf, climb, hike, shop, relax, or all the above, Redmond is the place to be. With locally-owned shops, a vibrant yet historic downtown, parks, public art, and several outstanding breweries, wineries, and distilleries, Redmond ensures your dance cards are full. With the Redmond Caves to explore, walking tours, fishing guides, treasure hunting at antique shops, disc golfing, tennis and cycling at Dry Canyon Park, this small yet happening town is giving Bend a run for its money.

TERREBONNE

Not only is Terrebonne known as horse country, it’s also the location for the world-famous Smith Rock State Park. Located a short 6-mile distance north of Redmond, Terrebonne (“good earth”) exemplifies the outdoor lifestyle with its abundant opportunities for hiking, mountain climbing, horseback riding, fishing and even activities like bungee jumping, hot-air balloon

excursions and golf at Crooked River Ranch GC. After your outdoor adventures, visit some of Central Oregon’s best-known wineries or take a self-guided tour at a working alpaca petting farm.

SUNRIVER

If the bustle of Bend is too much and the open vistas of Redmond don’t entice, then consider Sunriver where the Deschutes River meanders through lowlands, houses are tucked between ponderosa pines, and the mountain views are breathtaking. Nearby exploration sites include Newberry National Volcanic Monument, the Lava Cast Forest, and the underground trail at Lava River Cave. Local resorts and shops offer year-round activities like horseback riding, bike rentals, crosscountry skiing, golfing, and events, making Sunriver cute and casual. No matter where you find yourself in Central Oregon, you’re likely in the right place. That is to say, you can’t go wrong here. So, relax, enjoy 300 days of sunshine, smile whenever you glimpse so many astounding mountain peaks, and know that you’re welcome in Central Oregon anytime because this small-town feel has big-town dreams.

SKYLIGHT CAVE

No matter where you find yourself in Central Oregon, you’re likely in the right place.

Timber - to -

TOURISM Discover the storied history and modern transformation of the Old Mill District. words K.M. COLLINS

ince the state’s inception in 1859, Oregon and timber have been synonymous. Influential timber culture exists all over Central Oregon. The high desert showcases enterprises like Unofficial Logging Co., Lone Pine Coffee Roasters, Shade Tree Brewing and Timbers East (the last remaining in a chain of throwback Bend pubs named for each cardinal direction). In Portland, Oregon’s largest city, timber fever is noticeable with hallmark mascots and institutions like the Timbers Major League Soccer team, Stumptown Coffee Roasters, and the trendy music venue fan-favorite, Doug Fir Lounge. One only must look as far as the ubiquitous popularity of flannel button-ups to see how rooted the lumberjack woodsy lifestyle still is. Initially growing in tandem with various West coast gold rushes and railway expansions in the 1800s, forestry has been one of the Pacific Northwest’s leading industries for more than a century. During this time, modern logging practices and conservation principles have taught the beaver state to better preserve its prized renewable timber resources. Flipping the lumber paradigm on its head, Central Oregon has stopped in its tracks, about-faced, and chosen to start keeping trees and forests wild and intact. As a result, while some of the industry’s boom towns have perished into ghost towns or urban sprawls, Bend has thrived. The iconic Old Mill District has escaped what might have been a fruitless post-logging future by planting a fertile outdoor economy and cultivating thriving recreation attractions. This is the Cinderella story of how, through implementing restoration and strategic land development, an underdog logging community transformed into a national recreation mecca—with the Old Mill at the center of it all.

SHEVLIN-HIXON & BROOKS-SCANLON MILLS Bend’s logging stronghold first began in March of 1916, when Shevlin-Hixon Lumber Company launched the first Central Oregon mill along the Deschutes River, just south of Downtown Bend. Only a month later, rival Brooks-Scanlon Lumber Company built their first mill on the opposite, east bank, followed by a second, larger, up-stream mill in 1922. This second mill complex makes up the largest portion of the Old Mill District today, including 11 historic buildings.

SEEING THE FOREST FOR THE TREES

Ultimately acknowledging the limitations in continued logging, Brooks-Scanlon diversified and established Brooks Resources Corporation, a land development company. Black Butte Ranch near the Metolius River was Brooks Resources Corporation’s first major project. A key player in Bend’s shift toward recreation was a burgeoning businessman, Bill Smith, who worked on the Black Butte Ranch development for Brooks Resources Corporation. Legend has it, as Old Mill District Marketing Director (and history major) Beau Eastes explains, Smith visited the mills throughout the late 60s and early 70s and envisioned the area as a more desirable, natural, San Antonio Riverwalk with a high desert twist. When Smith was a nightwatchman during a mill strike, he cast a midnight rod into the then privately held riverfront and knew if the holdings ever became available, he’d want to develop the land and make it accessible to the community for angling and beyond. Fast forward to the early 90s. The site, which now amounted to industrial waste and a collection of deteriorating buildings, changed hands several times until Smith organized a group of investors and acquired it through his company, William Smith Properties, Inc. As the Old Mill District began to transform from a defunct mill space to a naturally beautiful community center, gaining mixed land use permitting to replace industrial zoning for the 270acre plot was necessary. This glass-slipper move launched river restoration, trail planning, and other tourism development. Eventually, after five years, permitting was granted. In restoring the Deschutes riverfront, 14,000 linear feet of river access was opened for the first time in 80 years. In a later effort, the Colorado Street spillway, or dam, was removed, which was increasingly posing a hazard to river paddlers and tubers. Instead of plugging the river with an artificial sieve, three channels, including a fish ladder, a recreation passage and a protected wildlife space were all installed. The

PHOTO COURTESY: (OPPOSITE/OPENING SPREAD) DESCHUTES HISTORICAL MUSEUM

But why Bend for timber development? Before the mills were founded, the pine forests of Deschutes County were estimated to contain 26 billion boardfeet of lumber resources. Seeking new timber holdings in the early 1900s, Brooks-Scanlon and Shevlin-Hixon companies came west by way of Minnesota. Although Shevlin-Hixon opened a mill first, by 1915 Brooks-Scanlon had purchased vast tracts of highly desirable ponderosa pine near Bend to supply logs to their sawmills. And the Deschutes River, which runs centrally through what is now called the Old Mill District, was a perfect thoroughfare for floating and transporting logs from upriver to the downriver mills. In fact, the bend in the river adjacent to the Old Mill District is the river feature Bend is named for. Within eight years of operation, both companies had exhausted all their holdings and were looking to the Deschutes National Forest for a pipeline to fuel production. Archives show the volume of timber the Forest Service granted access to for milling was not sustainable and all parties knew it. Despite this knowledge, by 1938, Oregon was the nation’s leading producer of wood with BrooksScanlon and Shevlin-Hixon super sawmill operations in Bend ranked among the largest on the planet. At their peak, each mill operated around the clock, employed over 2,000 workers, and produced millions of board-feet of lumber each year. From the start, much of the work pool were immigrants from Scandinavia and Eastern Europe as well as homesteaders gone bankrupt. Since the mills were erected at the onset of World War I, one of the first products generated at the mills were ammunition boxes. With men away at war, box factories at both mills were staffed by women. In the post-war economy, timber needs only increased. Though mill operations continued through the 90s, in 1950 unsustainable production came to a head. It was clear to all that the region could not support two super mills and Brooks-Scanlon acquired ShevlinHixon in a buyout. To this day, Oregon produces more wood building materials than any other state.

"Part of the Old Mill’s success is the commitment to a sense of character and design style..."

fish ladder helps restore habitat and create a travel route for trout, avian, and mammalian riparian species. It’s not unusual to see ospreys, Canadian geese, ducks, great blue heron, beavers, muskrats, otters and other wildlife on this corridor. A large network of paved riverside walking, biking, and skating paths were erected and connected to the larger bend trail network with the help of Bend Parks and Recreation. Interpretive signage lines these paths, which indicate historical markers and context, as well as art installations. Deschutes Historical Museum Executive Director Kelly Cannon-Miller tracks the Old Mill District path from timber to outdoor tourism. She explains how one can observe the transition while visiting REI (Recreation Equipment, Inc.), a Pacific Northwest cornerstone outdoor brand located in the heart of the Old Mill. “Today you can go and shop where the mills once stood. You can stand inside the old powerhouse of Brooks Scanlon Mill B, which is now an REI. For me it’s this great blend of two different things the forest has provided for the economy. Above the building you can see the smokestacks, and inside there is a huge beam that still reads Brooks-Scanlon. That’s the mill’s history. Then you look around and it’s all the equipment and gear you need for going out camping and enjoying the forest. It’s this great mixture of lumber history and recreation history all under this one historic roof.” If you ask Smith, he would say Bend’s success in thriving post-lumber (where other timber towns haven’t) is “location, location, location.” Outdoor tourism is in our DNA because geography preordained it. “Cheek to jowl” or scrunched between public lands, Bend’s city limits have been constrained in growth while keeping a close proximity to the spaces residents like to recreate. This juxtaposition, Smith believes, is one of the most important determining factors.

Cannon-Miller shares, “Part of the Old Mill’s success is the commitment to a sense of character and design style in their architecture and design codes. While very few original mill buildings exist, new architecture conveys a sense of the industrial history of the area, with the powerhouse as its flagship structure and interpretive signs along its many walking paths speak to what came before.” She feels people respond to authenticity and the Old Mill is chock full of it. “Historic buildings provide a more authentic visitor experience to a town than the majority of new architecture. One only must look at the Box Factory on the edge of the Old Mill District to see the popularity of such locations.” Where the East Coast embraces history with monuments like battlefields, cannons, and revolutionary lore aplenty, the Old Mill District seamlessly integrates logging fixtures like the quintessential towering smokestacks, enormous cement footings made over into flower beds, and antique saws as wall hangings, all woven in the fabric of contemporary shopping centers, eateries, and family outdoor recreation.

OLD MILL DISTRICT YESTERYEAR HIGHLIGHTS

STANDING THE TEST OF TIME

REI Building Home to the Old Mill District’s classic smokestacks, the REI building is made up of two historic buildings: Brooks-Scanlon’s powerhouse and the fuel building. Cannon-Miller points out that coincidentally, the powerhouse that relied on the forest for timber now supports a store that also relies on the forest for its clients. Ironically, Smith was advised by many to remove the hazardous and would-be costly smokestacks. But ever the visionary, Smith saw them as a community wayfaring point—a powerful, distinguishing image that would be inseparable from Bend itself. Today, the smokestacks reign as a defining, invaluable local symbol of a transformed timber culture.

During the Old Mill District’s upcycling restoration process, original structures and artifacts from Bend’s logging days were left intact. These charming relics of logging bygones are ripe for tactile and experiential learning.

Saxon’s Fine Jewelers Ninety years ago, this building housed wood scraps and timber byproducts to feed into Brooks-Scanlon’s powerhouse. Today it’s home to Saxon’s Fine Jewelers on the ground floor and Rapa Nui Tiki,

Bend’s first tiki lounge, on the second floor. When Saxon’s moved into the space in 2006, the interior of the building was outfitted with tin ceilings, vintage light fixtures and wood flooring. Presently, wood beams, original brickwork and steel trusses highlight the past, as does a seven-foot-diameter saw blade in the building’s entryway. DeWilde Art Glass The oldest building in the Old Mill District affectionately known as the “Little Red Shed” houses the studio of glass artist Rich DeWilde. Originally located where Greg’s Grill is now, the Little Red Shed once held the mill’s firetrucks. White House and Railcars The “White House” was the former management office of the Brooks-Scanlon mill on the east side of the Deschutes River. It’s since been relocated to the back of the Hayden Homes Amphitheater to accommodate hospitality for talent. Behind the White House are four refurbished railcars once used at the mill. They now serve as dressing rooms and offices. Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe Tumalo Creek occupies what once was BrooksScanlon’s mill. Today, the cylindrical cement burner footing and the foundation of the mill’s powerhouse can still be seen on the back patio of Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe. The footings overflow with flowers each summer. Art Station Between 1911 and 1958, the current home of the Art Station was known as the Oregon Trunk Railroad Depot and served as the Bend train station near downtown. Though passenger service in Bend ended in 1958, the train depot was still used as office space. When planning for the Bend Parkway began in the 1990s, the station was forced to move. In 1999, the building was taken apart, stone by stone, and relocated to its current location on Shevlin-Hixon Drive across from the Hayden Homes Amphitheater railcars. Box Factory Just north of the Old Mill District and south of Downtown Bend, Killian Pacific purchased the 3.4-acre Box Factory site and 86,000-square-foot 32

building in 2013 with significant renovations in mind. Originally built in 1916 by Brooks-Scanlon, it is called the Box Factory because it’s where scrap wood, rather than being burned, was recycled into a saleable commodity—boxes. Today, original wood beams, original siding, columns and rafters and concrete flooring are exposed throwbacks to the building’s lumber origins. Some spaces even retain the original, but decommissioned, deluge fire risers and original clerestory windows that cover a sizable portion of the roof and offer natural daylight.

RECREATION IN THE OLD MILL DISTRICT To fully grasp the lay of the land during the peak of logging production in 1928, it was common for a person walking through town or the mill area to smell and find sawdust on their clothing. A person would hear periodic mill whistles and see smoke from the smokestacks and burners. Traveling through the Old Mill District today is a drastically different experience. In many ways the Old Mill District is a microcosm of the rest of Bend—a quick bite-sized version of the extensive woodlands, mountain bike and hiking trails, and rafting and adventure that lies beyond the district’s stretches. It’s nature’s Disneyland for outdoor enthusiasts of all walks. Hiking, Walking, and Biking Pristine paved and maintained dirt trails crisscross through the Old Mill District and beyond. Enjoy the riverside trail littered with youngsters learning on training wheels, fishermen casting, and shoppers grabbing last minute outdoor gear for tomorrow’s adventure. Farther south and north of the Old Mill District, link up with Bend Parks and Recreation trails leading through quaint neighborhoods into Downtown Bend and into forests of ponderosa pine, sagebrush and wild rose. Music Hayden Homes Amphitheater, located on the west bank of the Deschutes River across from the main shopping complex, is an outdoor music venue and a crown jewel of the whole community. Hosting up to 8,000 people, shows range from comedy to hip-hop, bluegrass and classic rock. More than 20 shows a summer come through with increasing offerings on the horizon.

PHOTO COURTESY: OLD MILL DISTRICT / MATTHEW LASALA

Cinema Regal Old Mill Screen is the largest theater in Central Oregon and hosts all the new releases and blockbusters on your must-see list as well as local events like BendFilm Festival and numerous screenings. Special Events As a community centerpiece, the Old Mill District hosts yearly Bend events you may want to plan your visit around. WinterFest, Art in the High Desert, Bend Brewfest, the Pole Pedal Paddle, Oregon State University graduations, the Bend Marathon, community holiday celebrations, and more, are all highlights for locals and tourists alike. Floating the River In its logging heyday, the Deschutes River in the Old Mill District was filled with floating logs, such that a person could easily cross the river hopscotching on the trunks of floating trees. Today, instead of trees, mid-summer you will find inflatables and inner tubes filling the banks from Riverbend Park to Drake Park. If you want to join in the fun, find out how to rent a tube and hire a shuttle at one of the kiosks in the Old Mill District.

FOR MORE ON OREGON FORESTRY Deschutes County Historical Society The Brooks-Scanlon collection at the Oregon Historical Society includes 137 boxes of canceled stock certificates, photographs, maps, blueprints, personnel records, transaction records and ledger books dating to the mid-1800s. See also the Historic Deschutes app. Intertribal Timber Council, Portland, Oregon Native American Forestry and Timber Resources management and directory. Maxville Heritage Interpretive Center Exhibits celebrate the rich and diverse multicultural history of Oregon's early logging communities. World Forestry Center, Portland, Oregon Exhibits, history, and education encourage champions of sustainable forestry.

Preserving

NATURE words MEGHAN ROBINS images JAY MATHER

Since 1995, Deschutes Land Trust has worked with private landowners to permanently protect scenic land and waterways, starting with the Indian Ford Meadow Preserve. Step between sage and rabbit brush, past ancient junipers, and ponderosa pines. Meander through velvety meadows bursting with wildflowers, bunchgrass, and aspen groves, and glimpse the willow-lined Indian Ford Creek at Indian Ford Meadow Preserve. Located three miles north of Sisters, Oregon, and 30 miles northwest of Bend, the entrance to Indian Ford Meadow Preserve is unassuming: park on an unpaved shoulder, unchain a lone red gate, and find the informative trailhead sign a dozen yards off the road. Whether you start left or right down the one-mile Founder’s Trail loop, your reward is extraordinary views of seven peaks, including the Three Sisters, Broken Top, Mt. Washington, Black Butte, and Mt. Jefferson. Rest on various trailside benches, perfect for observing nearly 100 species of birds, along with mule deer, elk, beaver, coyote, fish, and other wildlife. There is a quiet intimacy to this special place and a long history.

Once these expansive riparian meadows stretched uninterrupted from Black Butte, an extinct stratovolcano that looms to the northwest, all the way to Indian Ford Creek’s confluence with Whychus Creek, three miles south. Eventually these waters join the Deschutes River, flow north into the Columbia River, and finally reach the Pacific Ocean. Indian Ford Meadow Preserve is a unique landscape with both wet and dry meadows. Wet meadows are a repository for water flowing out of the mountains, allowing the rush of snowmelt to spread and soak into the surrounding landscape. This spread and storage of water distributes nutrients and creates a natural filter that cleans and keeps the water cool. During warmer months, when the streams and rivers are low, the cold water from wet meadows releases back into the rivers, providing critical relief for fish, amphibians, plants, and wildlife. Dry meadows found on the east side of Indian Ford Meadow Preserve are areas where wildflowers

and tall grasses thrive, providing pollen and habitat for butterflies and insects, which attract rodents and small birds, which attracts raptors and larger predators. Deer and elk are often found in dry meadows grazing on grasses and plant life. Historically, fires kept trees from encroaching on meadow lands, which preserved the open spaces needed for more fragile, sun-driven plants to grow. From time immemorial, the area now called “Central Oregon” has been the traditional lands of the Wasco (Wasq’u) and Warm Springs (Tana’nma) peoples, with crossover from many neighboring nations. The Wasco nation, principally fishermen who lived along the Columbia River, traded foods like root bread, salmon meal and bear grass with neighboring nations for goods like beads, roots, game, clothes, and horses. Members of the Warm Springs Nation living along Columbia River’s tributaries moved seasonally between summer and winter residences, following game, fish spawning, and specific roots and berry harvests. Neighboring nations, including the WascoWishram (Chinookan), Klamath, Molalla, Tenino, Tygh, Wyam, John Day (Sahaptin), and Paiute (Numu) peoples sometimes traveled into the area for trade and harvesting seasons as well. Members of the Northern Paiute Nation traveled from the Great Basin when following game patterns north. Archeologists have found evidence that Indigenous peoples have been living in Central Oregon since at least 13,000 years ago. The Indigenous peoples frequenting these meadows use extensive knowledge from generations of observation, understanding, and active management to maintain the important innerworkings of both wet and dry meadow landscapes. Many Indigenous nations use fire to encourage new growth, clear landscapes for better hunting, and are active participants in helping plants and animals flourish. Today, members of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs maintain their rights to fish, hunt, and harvest at traditional locations. Landowner Deschutes Land Trust considers the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs a critical partner in the continual management and

restoration of Indian Ford Meadow Preserve. In the early 1800s, when Euro-Americans invaded native lands, they called it “Oregon Territory” and brought with them horses and cattle who quickly overgrazed meadows, muddied streams, and eventually built fences that altered the landscapes for everyone. European fur trappers routing through the Cascades in search of beaver were the first recorded non-natives to enter the area. They were following the Deschutes River, which some called “Indian Road.” In 1825, Peter Skene Ogden of the Hudson Bay Company became the first Euro-American to record grazing horses at Indian Ford Meadow specifically. Thirty years later in 1855, two United States Army lieutenants, Lt. Robert Williamson and Lt. Henry Abbot, led their Pacific Railroad Survey team into the meadow while searching for possible railroad routes. At the time, Congress instructed Secretary of War Jefferson Davis to determine how best to connect the Sacramento Valley to the Transcontinental Railroad. Davis charged Williamson and Abbot to explore the Willamette and Deschutes Rivers specifically. Routes mapped by U.S. survey teams were quickly used as guides for unsanctioned westward migration throughout Indigenous territories. The inappropriate advertising by the United States government of free land for any (white) person who wanted it inspired half a million squatters to invade Wasco and Warm Springs territory via the Oregon Trail between the 1830s and 1860s. With thousands of Euro-American squatters arriving, and more on the way, Oregon Territory superintendent Joel Palmer negotiated with members of the Wasco and Warm Springs nations to cede ten million acres to the United States government. Under the Treaty of 1855, these nations ceded their ancestral lands along the profuse salmon fishing waters of the Columbia River, trading it for 640,000 acres of land pinched between two smaller tributaries with poorer soil on the Warm Spring Reservation. Twenty-four years later in 1879, when 38 members of the Paiute Nation who fought alongside the Bannocks against the U.S. Army were forced off

the Yakama Reservation, they moved to the Warm Springs Reservation. The Paiute people eventually became a permanent addition. Today, these three nations, with their extremely diverse languages, customs, histories, and traditions, are collectively known as the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. By the 1860s, Euro-American immigrants were building homesteads in Central Oregon and a large section near Indian Ford Creek became part of the Willows Ranch, opening the meadows and fragile vegetation to grazing livestock. In 1865, the completion of the Santiam Wagon Road established direct access to the Willamette Valley, bringing more colonization and capitalism to Central Oregon. Fast forward to 1995, through 120 years of sheep and cattle ranching, building fences, and private home development, when two critical moments coincided: the owners of the historic Willows Ranch were interested in donating their fallow, but scenic, pasture, and a group of public employees in Bend were contemplating a regional land trust to protect the serenity, views, and wildlife of Central Oregon. Their conversation led to the founding of the Deschutes Basin Land Trust in 1995. Their flagship project was creating the Indian Ford Meadow Preserve, which was completed in May 1996. Today, the Deschutes Land Trust owns this scenic 63-acre preserve, which is open to the public during daylight hours. Every year, volunteers dedicate time to restoration projects like pulling non-native weeds including Phalaris arundinacea, or reed canary grass, which earns volunteers the title of “Phalaris Fairies.” Other projects include fencing aspens from grazing elk and mule deer, removing young juniper trees from dry meadow areas, and thinning ponderosa pine stands while creating snags for nesting birds. Deschutes Land Trust’s mission is “To conserve and care for the lands and waters that sustain Central Oregon, so local communities and the natural world can flourish together for generations to come.” They are nationally accredited and a 501(c3) nonprofit working with local landowners to protect land voluntarily and permanently, which can

be made public or not; and they offer conservation and tax benefits to landowners. With 12 staff members, 10 board members, advisors, and stewards, the Deschutes Land Trust works hard to provide balance and solutions for Central Oregon’s evergrowing population. In 2017, the one-mile Founder’s Trail, which was named in honor of the Deschutes Land Trust’s original 11 members, was extended to offer visitors more stable footing and to better experience Indian Ford Creek’s meadows and sweeping mountain views. Nearly 100 species of songbirds and birds of prey, wild turkeys, coyotes, mule deer, elk, beavers, amphibians, fish, aspen groves, willows, and hundreds of other high desert species call this special place home. As an ecologically diverse place with dry meadows, wet meadows, and unparalleled views of seven volcanic mountains, Indian Ford Meadow Preserve is every student of environmental science’s dream: Teachers and students from elementary school to university and beyond regularly engage with the preserve through bird walks, artist meetups, science studies, yoga in the trees, and self-guided walks. No matter who you are, or how long you’ve been in Central Oregon, the Indian Ford Meadow Preserve is a place for intimate connections to nature, a few moments of solace, and a lovely meandering along a welcoming trail. Before you go, plan your trip accordingly. Check for timely details, like seasonal closure and mud conditions, on DeschutesLandTrust.org. Then bike or drive the 2.7 miles from downtown Sisters and park at the gate. The one-mile loop, made of dirt and gravel with a few rocky sections, is great for kids and hikers of all ages. Dogs on leash are allowed, but bikes, horses, and motor vehicles are not. There are no toilets or garbage cans; and, as with every hike in Central Oregon whether it’s short or long, be sure to bring water. Regardless of what time of year you visit, please stay on the trail, which is the only and best way to enjoy and preserve this fragile and beautiful landscape.

Discover THREE SISTERS WILDERNESS Make permitting part of your plan as you explore these epic trails. words MEGHAN ROBINS images PETE ALPORT

ook to the west to see Mt. Bachelor, Broken Top, and the Three Sisters Mountains crowning Bend’s skyline. These volcanic peaks are some of Oregon’s most popular destinations for outdoor recreation and for good reason. Serving as landmarks for thousands of years, the Three Sisters rank third-, fourth- and fifth-highest mountains in Oregon, and they’re still growing. Since 2001, scientists have been monitoring uplift on South Sister’s western flank, noting approximately five inches of growth since the mid-1990s. According to the USGS, the cause may be an accumulation of magma or magmatic fluid (water and gas) four miles beneath the surface. Volcanologists are monitoring the Cascade Volcanic Arc daily, and residents and visitors can opt to receive updates about volcanic activity via email or text from the Volcano Notification Service (VNS). South Sister currently stands at 10,363-feet in elevation and last erupted 2000 years ago. Hikers can see evidence of that by the thick rhyolite lava flow on the middle apron of her southwest flank. Indigenous nations populating the vast regions of the Pacific Northwest have various origin stories for how these mountains were formed. One story begins when the people living in the high desert asked Ocean to send his children, Clouds and Rain, to satiate their lands. When Clouds and Rain came, giving water to the earth, the people wanted more. Ocean, who had grown lonely without his children, traveled east only to realize the greed of people who never wished Cloud and Rain to leave. In anger, Ocean beseeched the Great Spirit to punish their greediness, and the Great Spirit abided, piling handfuls of earth into mountains and forever separating the high desert from the lush rainforests near the Ocean. Another oral history passed down through generations and told by oral historian and spiritual leader Wilson Wewa of the Northern Paiute/Palouse nation (confluenceproject. org) explains that back when the mountains were people, there was a war. The mountains known today as Mount Adams in Washington and Mount Hood in Oregon were fighting over the most beautiful woman, Mount Saint Helens. Mount Adams and Mount Hood asked their relatives to come help them fight and people came from the north and south, following the trail toward the Columbia River. As relatives hurled spears and arrows tipped with fire, Coyote saw that their fighting was destroying the tops of mountains; they were destroying the world he created. He could not allow that to happen, so he turned them into mountains, who now make up the Cascade Range. Afterwards, the Plateau people gave these mountain names in their own languages to remember the mountains from when they were people.

Modern-day geologists claim that colliding plates, specifically the Pacific Ocean floor sliding beneath the North American plate, caused the original upheaval, and that the Three Sisters were formed at various times by different types of magma rising into volcanoes. However they came to be, the Three Sisters are enchanting. In the mid-1800s, Euro-American colonizers from both the west and east sides of the Cascades traipsed across Oregon and recorded seeing towering, snow-covered peaks, sometimes reporting fire and smoke arising. Fittingly, some Christian missionaries in Salem are said to have named the mountains Mount “Faith,” Mount “Hope,” and Mount “Charity” in the 1840s. Today, most people know them as North Sister, Middle Sister, and South Sister respectively, with Broken Top just to the east and Mount Bachelor to the south. Hikers of all skills can enjoy the Three Sisters Wilderness in a variety of ways. Once you secure your permits, pack a lunch, plenty of water, sunblock, bug repellent, and raingear (regardless of the weather report), and drive 30 miles from Bend up the Cascade Lakes Highway to Devils Lake Trailhead. From here, there are a variety of options for every kind of hiker. DEVILS LAKE TRAIL, 1.6 MILES

One easy option great for kids and hikers of all ages is the 1.6mile trail skirting the western edge of Devils Lake. Located southeast of the South Sister Volcano (“Charity”), the trail begins at the official Devils Lake Trailhead parking lot, passes a few walk-in campsites, and leads to myriad small alcoves along the lakeshore. The Devils Lake pictograph site can be found along a short, relatively unmarked gravel path on the northeastern side of the lake across the highway. MORAINE LAKE, 5.6 MILES

Those looking for a mid-range hike may enjoy the 5.6-mile out-and-back hike to Moraine Lake. Park at the Devils Lake Trailhead parking lot, walk across the highway to the trailhead, and begin your ascent through the forest. Despite this south-facing slope, dense conifers keep the trails cool, which means they may be icy depending on temperatures. After two miles of sustained uphill, emerge at a four-way crossing and the edge of Sandy Plain. If the clouds are willing to part, you will catch your first glimpse of the South Sister and Broken Top. Take the right fork and descend for half a mile to Moraine Lake, which is perfect for swimming and lunch.

SOUTH SISTER, 11.6 MILES

If summitting South Sister is your aim, get an early start. Six miles to the summit may sound manageable for more experienced hikers, but it’s a steep six miles, with loose-footing, dramatic weather patterns, and a frequently icy descent. Add another six miles back to the car and this hike is often a full day’s effort. When snow is present, winter hiking experience is recommended. Those who reach the top on a cloudless day are rewarded with breathtaking views of the Cascade Range, as well as the opportunity to dip your toes in Oregon’s highest lake: Teardrop Pool, a small, glacial blue crater lake sitting at the very top of the volcanic caldera. No matter which adventure you choose, easy, medium, or hard, these three hikes each reveal the diverse beauty of the Cascade Range. Hikers should be aware of their surroundings and stay on marked trails to protect the fragile high desert alpine ecosystems. Those with stability issues may want to bring hiking poles; and dogs must be always kept on leash. During the wetter summer months, expect mosquitoes and mud, and always be prepared for inclement weather, regardless of the forecast. There are plenty of hikes throughout Central Oregon. These hikes beginning at Devils Lake Trailhead are just a few. TAKE NOTE: PERMITS ARE REQUIRED

For many years South Sister has averaged four hundred hikers per day in the peak season of August and September. The crumbly nature of the mountain and fragile ecosystem has seen plenty of side trails, side cuts, human waste, dog disturbance, and trash, which changes the serenity of this rewarding hike. In May 2021, the US Forest Service implemented a new permitting system for both overnight and day-use visitors within the Three Sisters Wilderness. While new permitting rules are frustrating to many, reduce the chance for spontaneity, and create additional financial barriers for accessing nature, the

Forest Service explains the system is in accordance with the Wilderness Act of 1964 and meant to protect landscapes for current and future visitors. Out of 79 trailheads within the Three Sisters, Mount Washington and Mount Jefferson wilderness areas, 19 trailheads require permits between June 15, 2022 and October 15, 2022. Permits are always required for overnight use. Visit fs.usda.gov for more information. Before you plan any hike in the Central Cascades Wilderness Area, research what permitting rules apply at recreation.gov. Permits are typically $1, $6 or $10, depending on the details of your visit, and are released in two rolling windows: ten days and two days before the trip date. To avoid the $200+ fine, the permit-holder in your group must always carry a digital or paper copy with them. If you’re hiking outside the paid permitting window (June-October), you are still required to fill out the free permit form located at the trailhead. In addition to hiking permits, drivers are required to display a Northwest Forest Recreation Pass in their car, which costs $5 per day or $30 annually, and can be used at Washington and Oregon recreation sites where day-use fees are required. These can be purchased online or at local outdoor shops. To reduce impact on the terrain and preserve the experience of solitude in nature, the US Forest Service is hoping that permitting rules help spread out visitors, despite the obvious drawbacks adding paid permits may further limit access to nature for low-income individuals and families. Whether you agree with these decisions or not, it is important to educate yourself about the rules, expectations, and permitting systems when visiting wilderness areas. Then, after your relaxing or perhaps challenging hike, head back to Bend, refreshed and revitalized by nature’s beauty, and enjoy your choice of dozens of breweries, cider houses, kombucha bars, restaurants, and food trucks.

Carving TREASURES Robert Seliger blends the hand of a master craftsman with the heart and vision of an artist. words K.M. COLLINS images TAMBI LANE

ducated and trained as a fine furniture maker, Robert Seliger’s studio in Tumalo is a converted two-story horse barn with incredible sweeping views of the Cascades. He moved to Central Oregon in 1990 with his wife and, now full-grown, kids. Originally raised in Aspen, Seliger’s drawings won national awards as a result of the very extensive arts program available to him in Colorado public schools. “I was fortunate in high school to work with the artist Christo on his Valley Curtain installation across Rifle Gap, which exposed art to me in a different perspective and application,” remembers Seliger. From there, because he draws well, schooling as an architect was a breeze and taught Seliger scale and proportion, which cannot be understated in furniture design. “I became exposed to woodworking as an architecture student in college. A friend encouraged me to take a woodworking workshop with Sam Maloof, an American master woodworker and furniture designer, at the Anderson Ranch Arts Center. We hit it off and I ended up taking workshops over five summers. I had mostly one-on-

one attention. It would have been so easy to copy his work. His message to me was to develop my own designs, techniques, and style; if my work is good, it will sell. It proved to be sound advice,” shares Seliger. Today his original designs and creations are found worldwide—unique 3-dimensional furniture art that can be seen, touched and felt daily by his audience and clientele. Blending the hand of a master craftsman and the heart and vision of an artist, Seliger feels this is a rare combination. “Typical furniture makers I know are great craftsmen without any artistic skills. I use traditional joinery techniques [no nails or screws] to construct each piece. I collaborate with my wife Kathy, also an artist on many of the paintings and finishes, and usually have an apprentice. This summer my granddaughter Lily is my apprentice, which is super exciting.” Seliger is enchanted to be sharing his passion with his granddaughter because artistry is in his family. His great uncle was Robert Elwell, a respected western artist. The thought that he has followed in his great uncle’s footsteps

as a western artist, and now his granddaughter too, brings Seliger great joy. No one can predict what secrets a master artist like Seliger will impart to Lily. Seliger loves to produce work in the Oregon high desert and feels it’s the perfect location for inspiration. In addition, the dry desert climate is a stable environment for his pieces to be birthed. A moister climate might be less friendly for woodworking. “All of my materials are sourced locally including wood, leather, iron accents, finishes and hardware,” notes Seliger. His greatest inspirations flow to him through his dreams and visions, like for his critically acclaimed War Vest Sofa Table, which won first place at the Western Design Conference in 2015. “My work was thrust into the national spotlight as a result of the award. The design for my War Vest Cabinet came to me in a dream where an American Indian chief was going into battle with a beaded war vest on his chest.” The vest was seamlessly translated into the cabinet after first exploring this design on tables and desks, Seliger created this special cabinet—applying the vest motif to the drawer fronts and the cabinet sides for visual interest from multiple angles. The War

Vest Cabinet is a tribute piece to a powerful vision and the history of the Wild West. After witnessing the tracks from a sidewinder snake moving across a sand dune, he created a table design called “Sidewinder.” “I love flowing lines and curves. Curves are the centerpiece of 'Sidewinder.'” Revealing what’s behind the curtain a bit more, Seliger states, “My designs can be my own interpretations of a western theme or more contemporary ideas [like the Riverine Chaise Noir], or I have Asian influence like my East Meets West Collection. My Altar Series depicts many of the mountain ranges in the west—Cascades, Tetons, Rockies, Sawtooth, Sierras and Bitterroot—with the energy flowing upwards from the earth.” The Riverine Chaise Noir is a supple black Ferrari Italian leather repose rocking chair, which flows over curved organic shapes. The ebonized Eastern ash frame is covered in Indian rosewood veneer and enhanced with eight layers of hand-applied finishes. This piece, as are all his works, is signed and numbered by the artist. Note that all pieces are also handcrafted in the USA. The Altar Series is embodied in the Singapore

"Altar," which reflects the British Empire’s influence on an Eastern country. Unique drawer pulls and decorative hardware glow against the rich wood grain and multi-layered, hand-rubbed finish. Thanks to an assortment of doors and drawers, this piece can function as an elegant dresser in a bedroom suite or make a statement in an office or foyer. Revealing more on his process, Seliger muses, “I am very observant, and I capture mental images of details I see all around me in nature, or on trips to the churches in Red Square in Moscow. The Malheur Canyon drive in Oregon on HWY 20 east of Juntura has stunning natural color combinations. I let these mental images reside in my mind and later explore them through a series of sketches. Upon completion of many of my pieces the original copyrighted drawings are signed, framed and gifted to the buyer or client.” It might sound intimidating to commission your own furniture if you have never done it before. But working directly with an artisan woodworker has major advantages. Like, your piece isn’t mass-produced so there is a smaller carbon footprint; plus, you are giving resources to an artist rather than a conglomerate. Another benefit is artisan-made furniture has a higher level of craftsmanship and is made to last—the

shelf life is measured in generations as opposed to just years. What’s more, a custom-designed furniture piece can tell a story, spark a little magic, and be an outstanding conversation piece. And importantly, custom, handcrafted furniture is made to fit your needs and desires for your home and space. It’s a bespoke piece that reflects your style in a way a mass-produced item could never rival. Whether it’s an armchair, chaise, credenza, bed or barstools, commissioning a functional and useful work of art for your home is a creative process you want to take with Seliger—from the design phase and construction to finishing and final touches with exact details. Seliger confesses he has a deep emotional attachment to every piece that comes out of his workshop. ”There is definitely a part of my heart and soul in every piece of furniture I make.” From the initial sketches to the finished table, chair or desk, Seliger often labors hundreds of hours to take a client’s idea, add his own artistic interpretation and carefully craft a family heirloom. Robert Seliger’s work can be seen up close and personal at Mockingbird Gallery in Downtown Bend and Art Focus Gallery in Hamilton, Montana.

Bespoke

BOARDS

Travis Yamada builds custom surfboards evolved for the river, ocean and wake. words K.M. COLLINS images JOEY HAMILTON + PETE ALPORT

Initially, Travis Yamada, a welcoming, fun loving yet modest guy by nature, was totally turned off by the notion of surfing. A skate and snowboarding purist, he thought the localism of surf culture in the mid 80s Sonora, Cali (where he grew up) was inaccessible and unfriendly. Although, pre wake-board days, Yamada did surf behind a ski boat he stuck to the pavement and snow where the community felt more open, important and valued. After moving to Oregon in the early 90s Yamada said, “My friends would want to go to the coast to surf and I would ride along and just ask them to drop me at the skate park. What I like about skateboarding is it’s one of the only activities you aren’t just judged on ability alone. If you show dedication and enjoyment as a beginner, you’ll be automatically accepted.” It wasn’t until the early 2000s Yamada started surfing a standing wave in a certain now defunct, then top-secret, high desert canal ditch, that he fell in love with the sport. Finally in the mid 2000s he started ocean surfing. In order to afford and customize boards for himself as a novice, Yamada learned to fix up broken or damaged boards. He got so good, he did it for all his buddies too. By 2009, Yamada was a grom in local surfer Kiley Remund’s World on Water custom board shop, housed at Cubicle’s current location today. Always contemplative and thoughtful, Yamada reflects that he wanted to do his time as an apprentice and understudy so that he would eventually be, “worthy of the craft of making boards.” After honing his skills, Yamada started crafting ocean and desert ditch wave boards for locals. By 2016, when hype for the Bend Whitewater Wave and Playpark was in full swing, Yamada realized he could turn his glorified hobby into a career and business.

Parkraker are the most sought after. The No-Bite is part of a series which includes the Under-Bite and the Over-Bite and stands out as a performance short board with a hidden squash tail for the Bend wave. The Arroweed is a combo of the Arrowhead and the Tumbleweed and pleases the masses as an all around and performance board that isn’t front foot heavy. Finally the Parkraker rounds out the collection as a modern fish and river board designed as a tribute to a friend and local surfer Pat Malendoski. Nunchaku, Darrel Bodger, Polygraph, Seasick, Short Board, Single Fin, Helio, Trekkie Hellio and Tumbleweed Graphite are all also boards in the collection. If you’re looking to source custom fins, and other surf equipment, Cubicle is a retail dealer and sells top brands like LIB tech, Dakine, Catch Surf, Quiksilver, and more. Stay tuned for a custom Cubicle surf bag Yamada hopes will hit the market in early 2023. Although Yamada notes Indonesia as his ultimate favorite surf destination, he loves the cultural vibe of Bend’s standing surf wave. “It feels like a backyard, mini ramp skateboard session. Unwritten rules like not staying on the wave for more than a minute really guide a democratized feel at the wave. Gerry Lopez really sets the river stewardship example for everyone by being the first guy to lend a hand to a beginner - which has made that kind of behavior common practice.” Cubicle Surf is located at 61540 American Ln, Suite 160 in Bend. Visit cubiclebrand.com.

PHOTO COURTESY: (OPENING SPREAD/THIS PAGE: JOEY HAMILTON; (OPPOSITE/ALL) PETE ALPORT

Today, Yamada is owner/operator of Cubicle Brand surfboards. His boards are proven models and have designs adapted to play waves in Bend, Boise and emerging Chelan, WA, as well as the ocean. Having an intuitive feel for words and marketing, Yamada chose to name his brand Cubicle for the homage and irony of his biggest fan base: Weekend warriors from cosmopolitan centers who spend most of the week behind a desk, in a cubicle. Like any fine artist, Yamada has a refined understanding of what producing hand crafted boards means to him. “Cubicle transfers the ocean experience beyond saltwater. River, wake, powder, sea—whatever’s breaking, the idea is to enjoy the ride. While inspiration is derived from Pacific waves, progressive designs and materials underlie every Cubicle board in the quiver. Durable craftsmanship and constant R&D shape the process further, and obsession with detail sets the standard. Cubicle boards surf with precision and attack, like a performance ocean surfboard.” Three decades of skating, snowboarding, and wave riding in Central Oregon funnel into each model. All this allows Cubicle to redefine how waves are ridden, no matter where the break. Yamada notes, “I shape innovative surf craft intended for exploring more water to ride and for pursuing freedom outside the office cubicle.” Although every board Yamada shapes is custom (and retaining any retail product is challenging because of their popularity), there are models he uses as guides. Among many designs the No-Bite, Arroweed and

Homegrown in

the

HIGH DESERT Rainshadow Organics words K.M. COLLINS images TAMBI LANE

hen you think high desert, you may imagine vast expanses of dry volcanic soil, scorched Earth style lava rock and very little biodiversity. It’s no wonder swaths of sharp basalt outcrops were used in the sixties to train for moon landings. Receiving less than eleven inches of rain per year, a post-apocalyptic landscape might be what most see when they look at the land. Since time immemorial, indigenous populations only traveled through the high desert seasonally when wild gathered resources were in season because the land could not sustain a population year-round. Although there are agricultural hurdles in Central Oregon, not to mention the ever-expanding wildfire season, farmers like Sarahlee Lawrence and husband Ashanti Samuels of Rainshadow Organics, know that the challenges are formidable because the rewards are paramount. With their eyes on regional food security and a whole lot of hard work mixed with good old fashioned farm ingenuity, this couple will stop at nothing to cultivate soil that gets stronger and healthier every year, and educate an entourage of locals, visitors, farmers in training, customers

and the general public along the way. “If everybody is focused on feeding their communities, then everyone gets fed, and hunger is a thing of the past,” Lawrence said in an interview with Filson.

DOWN AND DIRTY

Nestled in a glacially carved valley between Sisters and Terrebonne, less than an hour from Bend, Rainshadow Organics farm is an oasis of fertility in a sea of desert. By design, Lawrence has taken the sandy loam, volcanic-rich till beneath her feet and nurtured it into fruitful soil where over 250 varieties of plants are now grown seasonally. Certified organic vegetables, grains, herbs, berries, flowers, pastureraised, non-GMO, and chemical-free pork, chicken, eggs, turkey, and beef are all produced on land that has been in Lawrence’s family for three generations since the 1970s. Born into a family of modern homesteaders, her grandparents owned and farmed the 265 acres south of the present Rainshadow Organics plot. Her parents David and Chris Lawrence leased and eventually bought the adjoining eighty acres from

Priday Holmes. Through her childhood, attending Redmond High School, Lawrence’s family grew hay and cattle. Three generations of her family reside on the farm now. “When Sarahlee got the bug to come home to the farm and start growing food, I was very skeptical, having lost more than a few gardens to a summer frost,” said Lawrence’s mom, Chris. “She got the bit between her teeth and started growing food and never looked back. Every year she adds new crops and varieties to the farm’s repertoire.” Since first launching in 2010 as an organic garden farm, Rainshadow Organics has focused on creating rich soil which has led to their stronghold as one of the few local farms supplying organic food yearround in the region. They use sustainable organic farming methods, ones that were common before the advent of commercial farming. “We focus on creating healthy living soil that gets stronger every year, not weaker,” said Lawrence. “It’s our passion and the foundation of our farm.” One of the methods Lawrence and her apprentices employ is fermented plant juice, also called comfrey or liquid fertilizer. It’s a special concoction tailored for and completely comprised of organic components from the farm. Using this approach, the cycle from planting, growing, 62

harvesting, to rejuvenating the soil and starting all over is a closed loop cycle which dramatically lowers the eco footprint of the farm. Lawrence also looks to Korean natural farming techniques, Vandana Shiva’s organic seed saving practices and Letters To a Young Farmer for inspiration. An author in her own right, Lawrence holds a master’s degree in environmental writing and is an expert oars woman and commercial raft guide. You can read about how these worlds collided with her drive to manage her family’s farm in her autobiography, River House: A Memoir. On her most recent winter adventures rafting down the Grand Canyon, she brings her farm staff and provisions grown and prepared on her land. If you know anything about outfitting an expedition like a three-week winter rafting trip in the Grand Canyon, you know this is unheard of. One thing Lawrence makes a point to bring on her river expeditions, something she can’t live without: farm fresh milk. Other critical practices which contribute to the health of Rainshadow’s soil include farming in support of microbial communities and using cereal grains as a rotating ground cover which have the bonus of feeding migratory birds as they fly through. Lawrence wants consumers to know, “the

food you eat encompasses your biggest impact on the planet, so choose wisely.”

FRUITS OF HER LABOR

With a strong footing in the soil, Rainshadow has built out many services and farm offerings in the thirteen seasons they’ve been in operation. The extensive network of markets, restaurants and grocery stores Lawrence supplies with food is a testament to the enduring connections she maintains to her land and community.

CATTLE RANCHING AND PITCHFORK T

In the last two years with the launch of Pitchfork T, their own beef brand label, husband Samuels has significantly expanded cattle capacity. Acquiring two ranching plots and increasing to over 300 head with plans to butcher 75 yearly, all Pitchfork T beef is grass-fed, pastured, GMO and chemical-free, and available year-round. Having filtered through many generations, calves are born, raised and live their entire lives on the ranch.

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA)

All the crops and offerings are grown and

distributed within fifty miles of Rainshadow Organics through CSA programs including a summer, winter, and full diet year-round CSA. In addition, Rainshadow produce is available at the Farmer’s Market in Bend. Stop by and say hi to Sarahlee and her team. For a full listing of what’s included on each CSA, what veggies, grains and proteins are grown on the farm and suggested recipes, visit the Rainshadow Organics website. As a writer and farmer, CSA members enjoy Lawrence’s colorful farm newsletter, which anyone can sign-up for at no cost.

FARM STORE

In 2017, Rainshadow Opened their Farm Store. The epitome of farm to table fine dining in the high desert, the kitchen is run by a professional chef who serves a long table dinner on Friday or Saturday nights (with a farm tour lead by Lawrence) and a Sunday brunch on the store’s enclosed porch. The store also hosts an assortment of canned goods from farm made tomato sauce to pickles. And in the summers, lunch is served to passersby. Rainshadow also hosts weddings, events and the odd traveler venturing along the Three Sisters Scenic Bike Route.

RESTAURANTS

Jackson’s Corner near Downtown Bend has been a longtime supporter of Rainshadow (and farm to table offerings in general). They highlight Pitchfork-T beef and seasonal veggies on the menu at their European cafe style, neighborhood eatery. In fact, if you’re looking to track Lawrence down, if she isn’t on the farm, try to catch her post market in the summer or post CSA delivery in the winter at Jackson’s Corner. She’ll be enjoying the Thai salad and getting a pizza to-go for husband Samuels. “Sarahlee, her husband Ashanti, and Jackson’s Corner really sort of grew together from the very beginning. At this point we have partnered on many things from potatoes, grains and flour, and beef for over a decade,” explains Jackson’s Corner owner and Executive Chef, Parker Vaughan. “It’s really a larger thing than just buying beef locally. My wife and I spend as much time as we can giving a helping hand to the beef operation which is awesome because I get to have a little time fulfilling my childhood dream of being a cowboy! So, you could say it’s about being a family, supporting each other in growth, and growing the local food economy in a way that doesn’t have to rely on much outside of the Central Oregon region. Rainshadow Organics and Pitchfork T are truly extensions of our families and businesses, and I know they see it that way as well.” And, when Vaughan opened Blue Eyes in the Orchard District this winter, featuring take-away burgers, fries, shakes and cocktails, it was an easy decision where to source local ingredients. “Blue Eyes really exemplifies this in a very streamlined way. The back end of our business is truly about stimulating as much agriculture as we can support, and burgers and fries are great avenues for that. We are really good as a region at growing potatoes & onions and raising cattle; and I want to showcase that and celebrate that. Sarahlee, Ashanti and their families are some of the most amazing people I have ever met.”

LOCAL FARMS AND AGRICULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS

After you visit Rainshadow Organics, we know you’ll have the bug and want to dive deeper into the Central Oregon agriculture scene. Here’s a listing of favorite locally grown marketplaces and farms to check out. For more information, contact the High Desert Food and Farm Alliance. Central Oregon Locavore Encouraging those in the region to shop local first, Locavore is a year-round, indoor farmers market with a bounty of local products. Food, produce, meats, locally crafted goods and more are under a centrally located roof on NE 3rd Street. High Desert Food Trail Featuring itineraries focused on craft beverages, farms and ranches, eateries, farmers markets and more, it doesn’t get much more local than this. Sakari Farms Experts in Inupiaq lineage, Sakari Farms offers a unique and diverse cultural perspective on the use of historical food systems ranging from Alaska to Oregon and regional tribal lands on Turtle Island. Boundless Farmstead Dedicated to the earth, to the community, and to growing the best food they can, Boundless is a beautiful family run farm in Alfalfa. They offer unique views on the concept of operating a “farmstead” and sell their produce through CSA options and at the local farmers markets. The Central Oregon Seed Exchange Gathers and saves seeds from Central Oregon to be grown in Central Oregon.

The Blue Eyes burger featuring Pitchfork T beef

Grub

HUBS

The ultimate guide to food cart pods in Bend. words K.M. COLLINS images TAMBI LANE

PHOTO COURTESY: ON TAP/BRENNAN PEEBLES; (OPPOSITE) TAMBI LANE

fter a hallmark Bend adventure like mountain biking or trail running, chase that activity with an equally fulfilling exploration into the Central Oregon food cart scene. Post-outdoor sojourn, not only is there likely a rumble in your tummy that you’ll want to feed with fast calories, but you’ll also want an assortment of unique and delicious options. The perfect place to tame your hunger is Bend’s burgeoning food cart scene. One reason to choose food carts is that there’s a recent trend for them to concentrate in pods around rustic watering holes and tap houses. While the food carts rotate, the tap house always remains intact. Each pod contains at least three or four carts which means you’ll have an array of options to choose from: American traditional comfort—check. Tex-mex—check. Meat pies—check. Desserts only—check. With over 200 carts in circulation in Deschutes County alone, there is something for everyone. Another reason travelers and locals on-the-go appreciate the convenience of food carts is the owners/operators are typically expert chefs in their niche food genre: chicken and waffles, Philly Cheese steaks, gourmet vegan and more. Passionate and in it for the love of cooking and delivering excellent meals to the public, many food cart entrepreneurs are also 5-star culinary artists. There is one disclaimer to remember when seeking to fill that hole in your tummy at food carts: They deliver food on the fly from mobile, micro-restaurants. The nature of food carts is change and movement. Sometimes hours, locations and offerings change on the fly. But this is all part of what makes it fun. Be sure to check out a food cart’s details online, on social media or call ahead to confirm so you won’t be disappointed.

EARLY INFLUENCES IN CART CULTURE

Local fan-favorite global cuisine eatery, Spork, was among the first wave of food carts in Bend. In 2009 owners Jeff Hunt (the talent behind the food) and Erica Reilly (business management, lover of cocktails and community) launched their globally inspired street food kitchen based out of a 1962 Airstream. For four years the cart operated in the warm season, occasionally doing catering, pop-up dinners, and vending at community and music events. Longtime Bendites will remember snagging a cup of their delicious curry or a round of their soupedup corn on the cob at Les Schwab Amphitheater summer concerts (now Hayden Homes Amphitheater). Supported and adored by locals, for many years Spork was voted Best Chow Cart in Bend in The Source Weekly Best of Reader Poll. Spork also placed runner-up in categories like best chef, best lunch, best ethnic food, best casual dining and restaurant of the year. From 2018-2020, the Bend Bulletin named Spork best vegetarian food, best lunch, and best casual dining. With a cult following and so much success operating as a cart, in 2013 Spork made the leap and opened a brick-and-mortar location on Newport Avenue. Since then, they’ve added space and renovated twice. The most recent expansion launched in early April 2022 and greatly increased their capacity in the kitchen and for takeout.

When asked why food carts are so popular in Bend, Reilly shares, “For starters, being outside is awesome! Food cart pods— which we did not have when [Spork] first started— are fun and filled with lots of food variety. It's also cool to hunt down the gems and support their offerings. It's usually fast and a low commitment of time. Meeting up with others is super simple ... folks can drop in and out. And you often can get little specialty dishes and treats that wouldn't perhaps be able to shoulder an entire brick-and-mortar business model.” Since its inception Spork has been serving spicy fried chicken (gluten free), grilled vegetable coconut green curry, Thai steak salad, lomo saltado, chilaquiles, outstanding tacos and pork, chicken, and tofu rice bowls. For Reilly, her favorite dish depends on the day, “It's simply not possible to have a favorite that doesn't rotate. I enjoy the spicy pork noodles and chilaquiles with morita chili sauce quite a bit. Our tacos have always been wildly satisfying, particularly when you eat them immediately. Spicy fried chicken became part of my self-care over the last couple of years. It’s serious comfort food.” For Sean and Jenna Minard, recently launching their food cart—Bend & Breakfast at The Podski food cart lot on NW Arizona Ave.—has been a blast. “My wife and I have always had a love for food and called ourselves ‘scratch home chefs’,” explains Sean. “When the opportunity arose to purchase the old Earl & Mable Airstream at Podski, we jumped at it. We saw an opportunity in the Bend area for all day, fresh, healthy, made-to-order breakfast burritos and bowls that you could grab and go. That way folks could go about their life as Bendites—hitting the slopes, the trails, or the rivers with healthy fuel.” Sean says breaking into the scene has been incredible and locals are supportive. “The ability to bond over food, of all varieties, with friends, family and drinks while soaking up the Bend environment is simply not something that can be duplicated. Food carts allow future restaurateurs to jump in with lower overhead, and food cart pods provide for a great consistent customer base. It's a winwin!” Sean notes, “Don't be surprised if you see a 9-month-old baby girl in the window of our vintage Airstream taking orders. She's paid fairly and related to the owners.”

The List

HIGH DESERT FOOD CART PODS WESTSIDE The Lot 745 NW Columbia Street, Bend The first of its kind in Central Oregon, The Lot displays pods at their finest. A four-season space, in the winter the pod features a gas fireplace, heaters, heated cement seating and a semi-enclosed dining area. In warmer months garage doors are pulled up and patrons enjoy the warm sun while they dine. The bar serves beer, cider, kombucha, CBD, hard seltzer and wine. The 16 tap handles rotate regularly, featuring a wide variety of both local and regional brews. Current carts A’ la Carte: Delicious shoestring French fries (including poutine), tacos, and fresh salads. Burgz n Dogz: Gourmet burgers and all-beef and Polish hot dogs. Fricken Faco: Fried chicken and tacos, plus fancy sides from a circa 1950s British tour bus. Greek Street: Authentic Greek street eats such as all varieties of gyros and garlic fries. Maki Maki Sushi: A variety of traditional and specialty rolls, nigiri, sashimi and poke. The Podski 536 NW Arizona Avenue, Bend Between the Old Mill District and downtown Bend, visit the pod with the most variety and cuisine to choose from. Sit inside the enclosed beer garden or at one of the many outdoor picnic tables. For beverages, choose from a selection of local beer and wine served at the only beverage cart known to Central Oregon food cart pods. Current carts The Podski Beer Cart: Order a craft brew from the West Coast, canned domestic, cider, wine or kombucha. The Tin Pig: Southern and Southwestern influenced wholesome chow. Big Ski’s Pierogies: Handmade pierogi perfection with toppings like sour cream and onions. Thailandia: A long standing local cart serving traditional Thai food made with authentic ingredients and sauces. Juno Japanese Sushi Garden: Sushi rolls and traditional Japanese offerings. Toasty: Plant-based vegan entrees. Try their best-selling vegan crunchwrap. Board: Charcuterie boards with fine meats, cheeses, olives, pickled treats, herbed focaccia, and crackers. Earl-n-Mabel: Modern comfort food including salads, skewers, and skillets. Tacos La Catrina: Authentic Mexican street food.

WESTSIDE Crosscut Warming Hut #5 566 SW Mill View Way, Bend The newest addition to the food cart pod fleet in Bend is Crosscut Warming Hut No. 5. Located in the Old Mill District, Crosscut provides a cozy cabin-like fireside space during Bend’s snowy winter. Enjoy their sunny patio in the summer. With 36 constantly rotating taps featuring the Pacific Northwest’s finest (and beyond) cider, wine, kombucha and nitro coffee, you’ll never go thirsty at Crosscut. Current carts Abe Capanna’s: Old School Pizzeria-style Italian food. **Bluma’s Chicken & Waffles: Southern-inspired cuisine such as fried chicken, burgers, delicious appetizers, and of course, waffles. Gyro Power: Tasty Mediterranean-style street food. Try their house-made falafel, hummus, and tzatziki.

EASTSIDE On Tap 1424 NE Cushing Drive, Bend Conveniently located near the St. Charles Complex, On Tap has a spacious enclosed covered patio with heaters, bar seating, and TVs. Fire pits and a picnic-worthy lawn and stage where live music is often hosted are outside. On Tap offers a lot of space for kids and family to spread out, run around and play. For beverages, pick from more than 30 craft tap handles, including beer, cider, wine and kombucha.

PHOTO COURTESY: (TOP) ON TAP/BRENNAN PEEBLES

Current carts Barrio: Latin-inspired cuisine served from a food cart and restaurant. CURBBQ: Smoked meats combine with local ingredients to create original west coast BBQ flavors. Himalayan Bites: Authentic Himalayan food inspired by the mountain tops of Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. The Bleu Rooster: Global-inspired, American cuisine ranging from burgers, wraps and seafood to pasta. Philly Style: Ribeye, chicken, or plant-based meat alternative Cheesesteak sandwiches. Rush’s Squares: The most mouth-watering Sicilian pizza the desert has to offer. Try the BENDITE pie—when in Rome…

EASTSIDE Bend Midtown Yacht Club 1661 NE 4th Street, Bend Midtown Yacht Club is the most recent food cart pod added to the city’s collection. It features indoor and outdoor seating, a tap house, and seven food cart spaces—all amidst an eastside restaurant desert. Current carts Barrio: Latin-inspired favorites like tacos and enchiladas. Also available at On Tap and in downtown Bend. TOTS: Tater tots are featured with toppings like bacon, peppers, cheese, scrumptious sauces, and more. Alley Dogz: specialty 8-inch long beef hot dogs , 12-inch pretzels, grilled cheese, French fries, and vegan choices too. Lively Up Yourself: Comfort food with a vegan twist. Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. NorthFresh Sushi: Sushi, maki, and poke made from highend, fresh fish. P!ZZA: Coming soon from the owners of TOTS! Shimshon: Israeli street food from the creators of Barrio.

River’s Place 787 NE Purcell Boulevard, Bend Across from the Costco entrance, River’s Place features a fourseason food cart lot, indoor and outdoor TVs, and seating with tons of outside space to spread out. Picnic tables, firepits, and a dogfriendly atmosphere make this a popular spot. 14 taps with beer, cider and kombucha are offered, along with a wide selection of wines. Look for events like live music and trivia nights. Current carts Sopa: Modern and innovative Mexican cuisine. Family operated. Hogan’s Hoagie Stop: Hot mess and sloppy stacked po-boys with their famous Hogan Sub Sauce — just the way you like it. Nik’Snacks: Classic American comfort food — fries, sandwiches, sliders, mac &cheese, and hot dogs. Bai Tong on Wheels: Presented by Noi Thai, a long-time brick and mortar restaurant offering Thai favorites. MORE CENTRAL OREGON FOOD CART PODS Silvermoon Brewing - The Office Food Carts: 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend Crux Fermentation Food Carts: 50 SW Division Street, Bend The Bite in Tumalo: 19860 7th Street, Tumalo Wild Ride Food Trucks in Redmond: 332 SW 5th Street, Redmond The Barn in Sisters: 171 E Main Street, Sisters

THE HOT SPOT THE DOGWOOD COCKTAIL CABIN words K.M. COLLINS images TAMBI LANE

In the heart of historic downtown Bend, nestled between a wine bar and a steakhouse, The Dogwood Cocktail Cabin is the town’s favorite spot for cocktails, small plates, and nightlife. A modern watering hole for everyone from business professionals to the outdoor misfit and post-mountain famished, all walks of life gather at this cozy, woodsy-chic, inventive craft cocktails purveyor. And the New American small plates and DJ soundtrack aren’t bad either.

In 2007, Phoebe and Doug Pederson launched the original Dogwood Cocktail Cabin location in Crested Butte, Colorado. “Our second Dogwood location is here in Bend, which we opened eight years ago.” Since then, the Dogwood has earned the coveted, top-shelf, Bend Magazine’s Readers’ Choice Best Cocktails award. It’s no wonder with a menu of mischievous mixed drinks including punny names like the Beetnik (beet infused vodka, ginger, and lemon), Romeo Y Julieta (tobacco infused rum, hibiscus, mint, soda water), Absinthe Minded (CBD infused Absinthe, rye, pomegranate, lemon) and Southern Sidecar (Maker’s Mark, Angostura bitters, sumac, blood orange). For local professional ski bum and Portlandian turned Bendite, Brandon Packman, aperitifs like Thai One On (coconut milk, basil, matcha, soda water) and the Rye An’ Gosling (Rye, mint, lime, Gosling ginger beer, angostura bitters) lights his fire and keeps him coming back to the Dogwood. For eats, Packman raves about The Dogwood’s upscale approach to fried chicken, which is maplebrined and smoked. Also not to be missed are the crispy Brussels, the deep-fried truffle mac and

cheese, and the skirt steak lettuce wraps. “Go there with a plan to eat. Everything is delectable,” advises Packman. “I heart everything about the Dogwood,” Packman exclaims. “The atmosphere and aesthetics stay true to its cocktail cabin tagline and when I walk in the vibe is immersive. It could be a hip spot anywhere in the country, but I am grateful it is in Bend. It attracts a cool clientele, and the staff enhances the experience. There is a reason they get voted the best cocktail spot in Bend.” Packman insists it is the best spot to go for Ladies Night, especially if you're looking to catch a classy lady yourself. Second only to the cocktails and food is the art. At the entry, the entire bar side wall is covered in a delightful and intriguing mural by Denver, Colorado based artist Philip Newsom. “The theme of the mural is a whimsical spirit-animal cocktail party where you can let your fur down and celebrate, whether in a suit and tie after work or in shorts and flip flops after a day on the Deschutes,” describes Doug. Building on the whimsical, theme nights are the icing on the cocktail cake at the Dogwood. They house LGTBQ monthly event nights dubbed "Oh Yess"

hosted by Out Central Oregon; feature live DJs every fourth Thursday and Friday; Saturday night is "Cabin Cuts" with DJs from the Pacific Northwest and beyond; and every Sunday, DJ Father Sean hosts a local/service industry night. When asked what he owes Dogwood’s ubiquitous acceptance as number one in the Bend cocktail scene, Doug says, “I think being creative and consistent has been helpful in our success. We offer a unique experience— from the drinks and eats to the decor and beats—in a way that is exciting and new without being pretentious or overwhelming.” The Dogwood’s most recent creation, satellite campus, and third cocktail bar, Canteen, is located inside the Campfire Hotel en route to Mount Bachelor on the Cascade Lakes Hwy. “It's kind of a "mini Dogwood" with a retro summer camp vibe (for adults) which coexists with the hotel’s heated saltwater soaking pool, hot tub, and fire pit where we host weekend day parties with DJs as well as events like Drag Queen Bingo, Board Game Night, and live acoustic music,” notes Doug. It turns out Canteen also has a whimsical mural — a cornucopia of cocktails with witty names. And where The Dogwood honors the conifer forest, Canteen sinks into tiki vibes. Sexy Thyme, Hipster Spritzer, and Dude Wheres Mai Tai round out the mixed drink offerings while all-new frozen options like Frogroni and Crack are available. Before you fill up on a liquid diet, try Campfire Trail Mix and toasties like And The Beet Goes On, Bolly Wood, and Cheese Louise for salvation by savory solids. The Dogwood Cocktail Cabin is open Tues-Sun from 5pm-12am. For more information, visit thedogwoodcocktailcabin.com.

CULINARY Q&A

Chef

GEORGE MORRIS words K.M. COLLINS

Ramen. Tacos. Pasta. Steak. All cravable food if done right. And, disappointingly, too often it isn’t. When you have an extremely talented executive chef at the helm of four of the busiest restaurants in Bend, you can expect better than good. Chef and partner of Sixtop Restaurant Group George Morris oversees the culinary operations of Miyagi Ramen, Hablo Tacos, Nome and Bos Taurus. All are wildly successful with a reputation for delicious food and excellent service.

It isn’t a surprise that Chef Morris can lead brilliantly in such different styles and concepts of food whether it’s causal or fine dining; or American, Asian, Mexican or Italian. After graduating from the prestigious Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, he worked with several legendary chefs at applauded restaurants such as Tony Mantuano at Michelin-starred Spiaggia, where he honed his skills in refined Italian cuisine, and Zak Pelaccio renowned for Southeast Asian food, as well as Michael Kornick and Stephen Wambach. His diverse culinary skills and passion to deliver an elevated dining experience for each guest is what keeps diners raving and returning to each eatery. Head to Miyagi Ramen if you are hankering for everyone’s favorite college staple with flavorful broth and perfect noodles or Hablo Tacos for yummy Mexican-style tacos—both are laidback with a cool vibe. Make reservations well ahead of time at Bos Taurus if you want to have a singular dining experience with out-of-this-world steaks. After the partners tasted 75 steaks from 13 reputable ranches—all in one night in the name of research—the chosen cuts of beef found on the menu are the ones that were unanimously selected for their flavor, marbling, and texture. Exceptional ingredients treated with deft hands and unmatched service makes dining at Bos Taurus a special occasion— it’s the reason to celebrate. What is your culinary background? One day when I was just a kid [7], I was flipping through TV channels and stopped on a show because

the lady had a funny voice, and it happened to be Julia Child. She was making a classic dish, coq au vin, chicken with red wine. Through the magic of TV, she pulled the dish already prepared out of the oven and it looked amazing. I ran to my mom and asked, ‘Can you make that?’ We were living in the suburbs of Chicago at the time. She called a bunch of restaurants and found the dish at Bistro Margo. She made a reservation. When we arrived, they had an open kitchen, and I was able to watch the chefs cooking. It clicked. That was the occupation I wanted to do. What inspired you to become a chef ? By the time I was 10 or 11, I was cooking 70% of the meals in my house, for myself and my parents. They were very supportive. My mom, Celeste, liked to cook and we had a well-equipped kitchen. If I showed my mom a recipe that I wanted to cook, she would get me the ingredients. If I didn’t know a technique that was in a cookbook for a recipe, I would ask my mom, and she would explain it as best she could. Was there any wavering in your decision to pursue being a chef ? My dad was a car dealer, and I thought I would take over the family business one day. This could have distracted me from my goal of being a chef. However, when my dad turned 50, he sold his businesses and retired. Then I knew I didn’t have that to walk into, and I was going to follow my passion of cooking and being a chef.

What do you love most about being in the hospitality business? I like having the ability to create a special anniversary, engagement, birthday, whatever the special occasion might be, for loved ones. I like that we, the restaurant, staff, and partners of Sixtop Group, get to be a part of creating an experience that people will remember for the rest of their lives. You prepare steaks every night at Bos Taurus. Most people think that cooking a steak is a fairly straightforward process, but there is a lot more to cooking a perfect one, isn’t there? Yes. A lot goes into preparing the perfect steak. Primarily, it starts with the product. A chef is only as good as his or her ingredients. You can’t fake the quality of the product. We do an insane amount of research and sampling and testing for the selections we put on our menu. Is cooking a steak simple? Maybe for some people. But when you must cook 100 steaks a night, and every order requires a different temperature, 80 to100 times in a night, it doesn't feel so simple. Proper crust and proper seasoning is also key. Say you order a medium rare steak at Bos Taurus. We prepare the steak with a two-part process. First, we sear it on a flat top stove. Then we let it rest in herbs, butter, wagyu beef fat, salt, and pepper until it’s ready to be served. Then we bring it back up to medium heat and finish the crust. What is your favorite protein to prepare? And how? Roast chicken that is properly brined. A brine is a saltwater solution that has other aromatics, such as thyme, sage, rosemary, and others. Basically, submerge a chicken in it for 12 to 24 hours, and then salt and aromatic flavors will treat the flesh of the chicken. Then pop it in the oven at 400-450 degrees until brown and caramelized on the outside (about 20-25 minutes). Then turn it down to 275 degrees until cooked through (for about 1.5-2 hours). Alternatively, I like slow cooking duck confit or braised short ribs. What is special about being in Central Oregon as a chef ? We have amazing produce coming out of Oregon and Washington, especially in the spring and summer. Aside from ingredients, I have cooked all over the country, and people in Central Oregon and the Pacific

Northwest in general really care about dining and food quality. People that can spend the money are more experience driven than materialistic. They choose a nice dinner versus a flashy car or clothes. A steak restaurant isn’t Sixtop Restaurant Group’s only concept in town. What guides your culinary influences and inspiration to keep evolving as a chef ? What guides my business partners and me is looking at what people in Central Oregon, specifically Bend, want and what does this town need. If there is a void in the culinary scene here, that's what we try to base our concepts off. For example, there wasn’t a ramen shop in Bend, and we all love ramen shops, so we opened one. Our latest release is a fine dining Italian restaurant, Nome. This pick was about answering requests from our customers. After 60 to 70 customers tell you there needs to be more Italian food in Bend, you would be crazy not to listen to your customer base. What’s next? We throw around lots of ideas in our partnership meetings. Right now, we are focused on the four concepts we have now: Bos Taurus, Nome, Hablo Tacos, and Miyagi Ramen. We want to keep operations smooth and staff happy. Eventually a catering kitchen is on our radar, which would operate off site events with food from any of our restaurants. And we may continue to duplicate the fast casual restaurant model if we open new properties. A lot of people ask me how I have done everything I have in the last five years. It›s important to me to recognize the fact that it isn’t just me. I oversee the culinary operations of all the restaurants, but we have an incredible staff and a great business partnership at Sixtop Restaurant Group. I would never want to give the impression that it's all me. There are a lot of great people and moving parts, and they all play a role in making our business possible. I feel lucky to be part of the team. Bos Taurus is open 7 days a week. Reservations are highly recommended (541) 241-2735. Miyagi Ramen is open daily (541) 797-7700. Reservations are recommended for Nome (541) 241-2556. Hablo Tacos is open daily (458 )202-4205.

WHAT WE LOVE NOW

ROLL WITH IT Is there anything better than feasting on a freshly made buttery bun filled with succulent lobster? If you live in Bend or a frequent visitor to Bend, then you know a good lobster roll is hard to come by. Though we tend to associate lobster and lobster rolls with the New England coast, Sebastian Galletti of Sebastian’s Seafood & Specialty Market introduced his love and knowledge of seaside fare to Bend, including serving a take on traditional Mainestyle lobster roll—which is often referred to as a lobster salad roll—in his café. Located at The Grove in Northwest Crossing, Sebastian’s café is adjacent to his specialty seafood market and features dishes that are all prepared with the freshest and highest quality seafood, including lobster. This simple but perfectly delicious hand-held sandwich features, of course, one of the most decadent foods: lobster. The not-too-briny chunks of poached sweet meat are lightly counterbalanced with Kewpie dressing, a creamy salad dressing popular in Japan, with a light scattering of chives, lettuce, and piled high on a toasted, buttery brioche roll. Going back to traditional lobster rolls, the split top bun holds all that sweet, buttery goodness culminating in tasty perfection, and the ratio of lobster to bread is the perfect balance to satisfy the most ravenous of diners. Per tradition, you have a choice of chips or French fries as a side, and gluten-free bread is also available. – Michelle LaCour Sebastian’s Seafood & Specialty Market is located at 921 Mount Washington Drive at the Grove at Northwest Crossing. Open Mon – Sat, 11 am – 7 pm and Sun, 11 am- 6 pm. Call (541) 728-0696 or visit sebastiansseafoodbend.com.

GO PRIMAL For the best sandwiches in town, head to Primal Cuts Market, a hidden gem located on Galveston Avenue on Bend’s hip westside. Primal Cuts is a meat market and deli offering a curated selection of high-quality, sustainable, and locally raised meat products. There’s nothing better than knowing where your meat comes from and having it handcut and served up by a team of friendly faces behind the counter. Not sure how to prepare that dry-aged ribeye? No worries. The helpful staff will advise on cuts, cooking styles, serving sizes or any questions you might have. The butcher counter and deli offer an excellent array of beef, pork, poultry, and lamb, all available by the pound. Pick up some house-made sausages, farm-fresh eggs, smoked bacon or turkey, any of their hand pies, and take n’ bake items. Owner Jake Williams is thrilled to be offering their popular lunch service again from 11 am to 3 pm, after having to pause service during the pandemic. The daily sandwich menu includes favorites like the Reuben, Turkey/Bacon/ Avocado, BBQ Pulled Pork, and the Primal Dip. And a hot tip—don’t overlook the charcuterie boards and soup specials. A hearty bowl of their Italian sausage and chicken soup will leave you counting down the days until your next visit. If you’re inspired to make your own soup or stew, head to the freezer section at the back of the store where you’ll find delicious chicken and beef stocks, ramen, and pho broths, along with ready-made soups, stews and chilis. And the bonus—there are 33 taps of tasty craft beer, cider, and kombucha on draft to enjoy with your dine-in or take-out order. Growler fills are also available. – Rosalyn Young Primal Cuts Market is located at 1244 NW Galveston Ave. Open Tues-Sat 10 am – 6 pm. Lunch service available 11 am – 3 pm. Closed Sunday and Monday. Call (541) 706-9308 or visit primalcutsmeatmarket.com.

WHAT WE LOVE NOW

GET YOUR TIKI ON Step through the doors of Rapa Nui Tiki Lounge and you’ll immediately smile and feel your worries melt away. The island vibes are on point at Bend’s only Tiki-themed bar, located above Saxon’s Fine Jewelers in the Old Mill District. Everything about the lounge, from the authentic tiki décor and music to the delicious cocktails and friendly staff, will make you feel like you’ve been whisked away to a relaxing locale in the tropics. Locals and visitors alike love the vacation feel of this vibrant addition to the Bend scene. Your toughest decision will be which cocktail to order off Rapa Nui’s impressive drink menu. Every cocktail is made with fresh pressed juice and house-made syrups by the fun and knowledgeable bartenders. If you’re in the mood for a classic, you can’t go wrong with the iconic Mai Tai. Another tasty favorite is the vodka-based Macadamia Nut Chi Chi, complete with macadamia nut liqueur, pineapple, and coconut cream. The Painkiller is also popular, with aged rum, coconut cream, orange, pineapple, and a hint of nutmeg. For a group, the Chilled Monkey Brains, which serves four people, is definitely the way to go. If you’re a rum aficionado, make sure to ask the bartender about Rapa Nui’s Rum Club. While the cocktails are outstanding, you can’t miss Rapa Nui’s food menu which features a variety of Asian inspired tapas dishes. The must-tries are the Chinese-style Bao Buns, Korean BBQ Riblets, Fried Chicken coconut rice bowl (The ginger soy glaze is to die for.), and the Red Curry Duck. – R.Y. Rapa Nui Tiki Lounge is located at 360 SW Powerhouse Dr. #210, in the brick building above Saxon’s Fine Jewelers. Open Tues-Fri 4:30-10pm, Sat-Sun 3-10pm, closed Mondays. Call (541) 668-6611 or visit rapanuitiki.com. 84

AN OCEAN OF INSPIRATION If you’re in the mood for a delicious pastry to pair with your morning coffee, look no further than the Sparrow Bakery for their famous Ocean Roll. But be swift, as these beloved treats disappear quickly every day. Bakery owner Whitney Keatman wanted to create a signature treat when she bought the business in 2006, and to say she succeeded is an understatement. The bakery currently sells 4,100 Ocean Rolls a week in-store and to wholesale clients in Bend. The Sparrow team creates their famed pastry from scratch each morning using hand-rolled croissant dough, as opposed to the traditional brioche dough typically used for cinnamon rolls. After adding a generous layer of sugar, vanilla, and cardamom, they roll it up, give it a splash of egg wash, and bake it to golden, flaky perfection. It was Whitney’s Finnish grandmother who used cardamom in all her baking that inspired Whitney to experiment with the warm spice as a key ingredient. And of course, everyone wants to know—where did the Ocean Roll get its name? It’s a nod to a bakery called “Bread and Ocean” located on the Oregon coast whose brioche cinnamon-cardamom roll also inspired Whitney. In addition to Ocean Rolls, Sparrow Bakery offers a wide assortment of delectable baked goods, fresh breads and salads, sandwiches, and drinks. Another must-try is the delicious bacon-breakfast sandwich made with a perfectly poached egg, bacon, avocado, and arugula aioli, served on a hand-rolled croissant. – R.Y. The Sparrow Bakery is located at 2748 NW Crossing Drive #110 in Bend. Open daily 8 am - 3 pm. Call (541) 647-2323 or visit thesparrowbakery.net. 85

Tread lightly. Raise your consciousness. Reduce your impact.

BE A SAVVY TRAVELER.

EXPERIENCE CENTRAL OREGON 89

SEE + DO

107

GOLF

117

SHOP

125

EAT + DRINK

143

LIVING

147

MAPS

154

TRAVELOGUE

HOW THIS GUIDE WORKS

Each guide page is deep-linked within the app. Just shoot the QR code on any guide page, and it will open it in the Savvy360 App. Prefer to keep it offline? Just turn the page and go!

DOWNLOAD THE SAVVY360 APP

This link will take you to the appropriate app store to install the app, where you can create a trip, start building your itinerary, collaborate with friends, and more.

Elevate Your Trip DOWNLOAD THE SAVVY360 APP

Scan to get the SAVVY360 app

WHY YOU NEED THE SAVVY360 APP EXPANDED GUIDES + FRESH CONTENT SOCIAL FEEDS + MAPS + DIRECTIONS INTERACTIVE TRIP BUILDER + COLLABORATION

Apple and the Apple Logo are registered trademarks of Apple inc. Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC.

SEE + DO 90 MCKENZIE RIVER RAFTING TRIP rafting tour 91 SUNRIVER TRAIL RIDE horseback riding 92 FLOAT THE DESCHUTES RIVER water activity 92 BEND WHITEWATER PARK water activity 93 LAVA RUN EXPERIENCE off-road tour 94 PICKLEBALL ZONE pickleball 95 K1 SPEED KART RACING go kart 96 DESCHUTES HISTORICAL MUSEUM museum 97 HIGH DESERT MUSEUM museum 98 RILEY RANCH NATURE PRESERVE hiking & park 99 DESCHUTES RIVER TRAIL - OLD MILL REACH hiking 100 PILOT BUTTE STATE SCENIC LOOKOUT sightseeing & hiking 100 PINE NURSERY PARK & TRAIL park & hiking 101 DRAKE PARK & MIRROR POND park 102 SHEVLIN PARK park 102 SHEVLIN LOOP TRAIL hiking 103 LARKSPUR TRAIL hiking 104 SMITH ROCK STATE PARK sightseeing & hiking 105 TUMALO FALLS sightseeing & hiking 106 BOYD CAVE sightseeing & hiking

Snapping the QR code on any guide page will take you there in the Savvy360 app. 89

McKenzie River Rafting Trip RAFTING TOUR on MCKENZIE RIVER

› GREAT FOR BEGINNERS! › ENJOY CRYSTAL CLEAR WATERS &

SEE + DO | EXPERIENCES

DOUGLAS FIR FORESTS

Share the perfect outdoor experience with family and friends on Ouzel Outfitters’ McKenzie River Half-Day Whitewater Rafting adventure. The McKenzie River cascades its way through the lush forests on the west slope of the Cascade Mountains and is a favorite for scenic river fun. The trip begins at Paradise Campground and runs 12 miles to the Bruckhart boat ramp ( just past the town of McKenzie Bridge). The river is fast and active with lots of class II/II+ whitewater, but easy. This is a great trip for beginners. While lunch is not provided on the half-day trip, simple snacks (granola bars) and a variety of sparkling waters are included. Close and convenient to Black Butte Ranch and Sisters, and only an hour and thirty minutes from Bend, the McKenzie River offers a convenient, scenic, and thrilling whitewater rafting experience. Ouzel Outfitters (541) 385-5947 • oregonrafting.com 63043 Sherman Rd., Bend (Map B, PG 149, #1)

Sunriver Trail Ride HORSEBACK RIDING in SUNRIVER

Sunriver Stables (541) 241-0018 • sunriverresort.com 57215 River Road, Sunriver (Map F, PG 153, #1)

› PONY RIDES AVAILABLE FOR KIDDOS › HAND-LED CORRAL RIDES FOR THOSE NOT READY TO HIT THE TRAIL

SEE + DO | EXPERIENCES

Whether you have plenty of experience or none at all, enjoy exploring Sunriver Resort on a horseback adventure! For those age 7 years and older, set out on the trail horseback for a guided trail ride. The spirit of the West begins to soak in and brings to mind years gone by. You experience nature as never before as you and your horse mosey through the Great Meadow blooming with wildflowers and native vegetation, along the forest and into the forest among the mighty ponderosa pines. For those with children who are 2 years old and weigh 60 lbs. or less, check out the pony rides. Saddle up for a journey that will be unforgettable. Choose from a 45- or 75-minute guided trail ride. Located in Sunriver Resort.

Float the Deschutes River WATER ACTIVITY in BEND

A must-do summer activity that is fun for the whole family is floating and tubing the Deschutes River. A favorite activity with Bendites and visitors alike, beat the summer heat by cooling off in refreshing waters while you float through the Old Mill District to Drake Park. To float the river there is free parking, a shuttle service and equipment rentals at Park & Float on Simpson Ave. and Bradbury Way. Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe rents river tubes, paddle boards, kayaks, and complimentary life jackets for all ages. The shuttle begins and ends at Park & Float with stops at Riverbend Park, where floaters put in the river and Drake Park where they exit. Services are available June 18 - September 5.

Bend Park & Recreation District (541) 317-9407 • bendparksandrec.org 1001 SW Bradbury Way, Bend (Map C, PG 150, #2)

Bend Whitewater Park

SEE + DO | EXPERIENCES

WATER ACTIVITY in BEND

Located on the Deschutes River near the Old Mill District, the Bend Whitewater Park entertains whitewater users and river surfers with manmade waves, while giving river floaters, kayakers, and paddle boarders a mild whitewater thrill. Owned and operated by the Bend Park and Recreation District, this river recreation park was created in partnership between Bend Park and Recreation District and the Bend Paddle Trail Alliance in 2007. Popular activities include river bodyboarding, river floating, river surfing, whitewater kayaking, and whitewater paddling. Depending on your experience and comfort level there are two channels to access the water: the Fish Ladder is perfect for those who want to experience mild rapids while floating. For the experienced kayakers, paddleboarders and surfers the Whitewater Channel has four wave features to test your expertise and sense of adventure. Bend Park & Recreation District (541) 317-9407 • bendwhitewaterpark.com 166 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr., Bend (Map C, PG 150, #1)

Lava Run Experience OFF-ROAD TOUR in SUNRIVER

Outriders NW (541) 688-7433 • outridersnw.com Meet location at trailhead just south of Sunriver (Map F, PG 153, #2)

› UP TO 4 GUESTS PER RZR › YOU DRIVE & THEY GUIDE TOURS › 2-HOUR TOUR

SEE + DO | EXPERIENCES

Explore the Lava Lands of Central Oregon in your own off-road Polaris RZR. This is an amazing tour with great driving trails, highlights and volcano landscapes to enjoy by all ages! Let the Outriders Northwest professional guides lead you on an experience of a lifetime. Take the wheel and conquer the ever-changing terrain or sit back and enjoy the exhilarating ride. Outriders' will show you the way through the true back country of Central Oregon. Drive through winding roads and spectacular lava flows. Head up and experience advanced trails to spot the wildlife and landscape of the lava flows with spectacular geologic features. The fresh air and beauty of Central Oregon will surround you. A great way to experience the fascinating terrain of The Deschutes National Forest!

Pickleball Zone PICKLEBALL in BEND

› PLAYERS' LOUNGE ON FOURTH FLOOR › OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

SEE + DO | EXPERIENCES

› LESSONS, CLINICS & CAMPS OFFERED

Pickleball Zone Bend has eight dedicated indoor courts. No wind, no glare, no scorching sun, or freezing rain—it is always perfect conditions on their courts! What is pickleball? Pickleball is a court sport played on a badminton-sized court with a net like tennis and can be played as singles or doubles. It is played with a perforated plastic ball and composite paddles about twice the size of ping-pong paddles, can be played indoors or outdoors, and easy for beginners to learn. In addition, as the fastest growing sport in the United States, the game has developed a passionate following due to its friendly, social nature, and its multi-generational appeal. Inexperienced players can learn the basic rules quickly in a single session. No special apparel is needed, and equipment is inexpensive and easily portable. The game can be played by all ages and Pickleball Zone Bend has great pros, camps, clinics, and lessons. Pickleball Zone Bend (541) 323-0100 • pzbend.com 63040 18th St., Bend (Map B, PG 149, #2)

K1 Speed Kart Racing GO-KART in BEND

K1 Speed Bend (541) 797-7979 • k1speed.com/bend-location.html 20795 High Desert Lane, Bend (Map B, PG 149, #3)

› OPEN DAILY › ADULT & JUNIOR ELECTRIC KARTS › PADDOCK LOUNGE RESTAURANT

SEE + DO | EXPERIENCES

If you want to experience the thrill of indoor go kart racing, look no further! At K1 Speed Bend, the all-electric karts provide a driving experience like no other, and the professionally designed indoor track will challenge even veteran racers. If you’re used to put-putting along in traditional gas go-karts, get ready to be blown away. The K1 Speed electric karts provide maximum torque starting at 0 and accelerate to maximum speed almost instantly. K1 Speed is the world's premier indoor go kart racing operator since 2003 with over fifty-three locations worldwide. Whether you want to race against friends and family, test your mettle against the clock, or enjoy a night out with co-workers, this Bend indoor go-kart racing center is for you! If you are interested in planning a party or corporate event, they offer private room rentals, catering options, and custom race packages.

Deschutes Historical Museum MUSEUM in BEND

› OPEN TUESDAY-SATURDAY 10AM - 4PM › EXPLORE STORIES AND LEARN ABOUT

SEE + DO | EXPERIENCES

THE RICH HISTORY OF THE HIGH DESERT

Located south of historic downtown Bend between Wall and Bond Streets, the Deschutes Historical Museum is home to the Deschutes County Historical Society. Inside the hundred-year-old Reid School building, exhibits celebrate the stories of life in the high desert country—the traditional homelands of the Molalla, Warm Springs, Wasco, Paiute, and Klamath peoples. From the early attraction of outdoor recreation and roadside tourism to a time when irrigation, the railroad, and lumber mills created new cities and towns during the early 20th century, visitors to the museum will discover the rich and unique history of this area—a living legacy that grows with each new generation. Put some history in your future.

Deschutes Historical Museum (541) 389-1813 • deschuteshistory.org 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend (Map C, PG 150, #3)

High Desert Museum MUSEUM in BEND

High Desert Museum (541) 382-4754 • highdesertmuseum.org 59800 South Highway 97, Bend (Map A, PG 148, #1)

› A GREAT EXPERIENCE FOR KIDS! › FROM WILDLIFE TO ART, THIS IS THE PLACE TO TAKE IN THE REGION'S CULTURE

SEE + DO | EXPERIENCES

Explore the wonder of the High Desert! The High Desert Museum is consistently voted the number one thing to do in Bend on TripAdvisor. Nestled on 135 wooded acres just south of Bend, the museum features indoor and outdoor exhibits and engages visitors of all ages with the art, cultures, wildlife and history of this vast region. Learn more about the region’s people as you wander through the dynamic, permanent exhibits, and check out up to nine changing exhibits each year. Enjoy the antics of river otters Pitch and Brook, experience the speed of nature’s spectacular predators during the summertime Raptors of the Desert Sky freeflight program, and drop by for an array of daily talks. There’s always something new at the museum!

Riley Ranch Nature Reserve HIKING & PARK in BEND

› CONNECTED TO TUMALO STATE PARK › NO DOGS OR BIKES ALLOWED

SEE + DO | HIKING

› OPEN DAILY FROM 7AM - 7PM

Running alongside the Deschutes River on the northwest edge of Bend, the 184acre Riley Ranch Nature Reserve features miles of trails through open grasslands, juniper and pine forests, lava flows, and riparian habitats. Even though Riley Ranch is within the Bend city limits, you’ll feel like you’re miles away in God’s country, surrounded by nature with dramatic views of the river canyon, distant Cascade Mountain Range, and an abundance of wildlife. There is a figure eight loop trail that features 1.57 miles of gravel and soft surface above the canyon and a more rugged trail on 1.25-mile-long Canyon Loop. The figure eight loop is made up of two smaller loops: Juniper loop and Sage Flats Loop. Both loops are under one mile. The trail that heads down the canyon rim is called Robin’s Run and links to the Canyon Loop. Bend Park & Recreation District (541) 388-5435 • bendparksandrec.org 19975 Glen Vista Rd, Bend (Map B, PG 149, #5)

Deschutes River Trail - Old Mill Reach HIKING in BEND

Bend Park & Recreation District (541) 389-7275 • bendparksandrec.org 1000 SW Reed Market Rd., Bend (Map C, PG 150, #4)

› EASY ACCESS FROM FAREWELL BEND PARK, RIVERBEND PARK, BEND WHITEWATER PARK & OLD MILL DISTRICT

SEE + DO | HIKE

This easy, level, off-street loop trail along the Deschutes River is very popular for walking, trail running, dog walking (on leash), skateboarding, and bike riding. Part of the Deschutes River Trail (DRT), Old Mill Reach is located from Farewell Bend Park to McKay Park and the Bend Whitewater Park and meanders through the Old Mill District, which was once the home of two large lumber mills, and now boasts some of the best shops, restaurants, parks, and trails in Central Oregon. Open year-round, the scenic stretch of paved and unpaved trail running parallel to the river is dotted with residences, businesses, wildlife habitats, and forests. Some sections of the trail are on private property, so stay on the designated trail. Parks and trails are open 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Dog “rest stops” provide disposable bags and trash cans.

Pilot Butte State Scenic Lookout SIGHTSEEING & HIKING in BEND

Pilot Butte is a popular hiking spot for locals and encompasses the Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint, and Nature and Base Trails. A lava dome created from an extinct volcano and rising about 450 feet in Bend, it offers spectacular views of the snowcapped Cascade Mountains and high desert landscape. Hike up to the viewpoint on one of three trails that wind past Juniper trees and sagebrush. The paved summit road for driving access is seasonal and open April 15 through November 15, although, winter weather conditions may affect these dates. But there is year-round access from the east side parking lot via all the trails. Whether you drive, ride a bike, or hike to the summit, once you make it to the viewpoint, you’re rewarded with breathtaking views, as well as informational signs that highlight the region. Amenities include benches and restrooms. Located near downtown Bend (541) 388-6055 NE Greenway Ave./Hwy. 20 just east of downtown (Map B, PG 149, #4)

Pine Nursery Park & Trail HIKING & PARK in BEND

SEE + DO | PARK

Pine Nursery Park and Trail is an easy, paved 1.25-mile loop trail in northeast Bend. Located in Nursery Park, this trail is a quick walk, averaging about 30 minutes to complete, and great for walking, running, and biking. Most of the trail is flat with a gentle slope in areas, and navigable for wheelchairs and strollers. Incredible vistas abound along this trail: Pilot Butte, Mt. Bachelor, and the Three Sisters can all be seen as you follow the trail. The community park is a large 159-acres and open year-round, with beautiful expansive green space, 4.5 miles of paved trails, fishing pond, a disc golf course, off-leash dog park, athletic fields, pickleball courts, and sand volleyball courts. Picnic tables are along the trail and throughout the park, and seasonal amenities include portable toilets and drinking fountains.

100

Bend Park & Recreation District (541) 389-7275 • bendparksandrec.org 3750 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend (Map B, PG 149, #6)

Drake Park & Mirror Pond PARK in BEND

Bend Park & Recreation District (541) 389-7275 • bendparksandrec.org 777 NW Riverside Blvd., Bend (Map C, PG 150, #5)

› ALSO HOME TO TWO PUBLIC ART PIECES › DO NOT FEED THE GEESE & WATERFOWL › OPEN 5AM - 10PM

SEE + DO | HIKING

One of Bend’s best-known parks with locals and visitors, this popular, downtown community recreation area features open lawns, public restrooms, bike racks, picnic tables, and viewing areas. Fronting the Deschutes River at Mirror Pond, Drake Park is serene and idyllic, with its majestic ponderosa pines and deciduous hardwood trees scattered across its thirteen acres. The outdoor stage and acres of open lawns are usually bustling with community events throughout the spring, summer, and fall, including walks/runs, Munch and Music, and the Bend Park and Recreation 4th of July celebration. Popular summer activities also include fishing and cooling off by floating the river. It’s within easy walking distance to restaurants, shopping and other businesses in beautiful downtown Bend, and street and paid parking are available.

101

Shevlin Park PARK in BEND

Shevlin Park is a 981-acre park of old-growth forest and high desert sage-covered land located about three miles from Bend and includes three trails: Tumalo Creek Trail, Loop Trail, and Mountain Bike Trail. Popular activities are running, hiking, biking, and dog walking; and during the winter months, locals take out the snowshoes and cross-country skis. The Tumalo Creek Trail is 2.5 miles and follows the creek upstream, joining the Deschutes National Forest trail system. The 6-mile Loop Trail follows the canyon rim and crosses Tumalo Creek twice. A preferred route for bikers is the Mountain Bike Trail, which follows the canyon and connects with the Forest Service Mrazek Trail. The park is also the site of Aspen Hall (an event venue), Aspen Meadow picnic shelter, and Fremont Meadow (reached via the Tumalo Creek Trail).

Bend Park & Recreation District (541) 389-7275 • bendparksandrec.org 18920 NW Shevlin Park Rd., Bend (Map B, PG 149, #7)

Shevlin Loop Trail HIKING in BEND

SEE + DO | PARK

Shevlin Loop Trail is in Shevlin Park, which is only four miles west of downtown Bend, and offers a mostly easy trail that is peaceful and often populated with bikers, runners, and dog walkers. At nearly 1,000 acres, Shevlin Park’s trail system connects to other paths and lies along the Tumalo Creek. The 4.75-mile Shevlin Loop Trail follows the canyon rim, has 240 feet of elevation change, winding through tall ponderosa pine forest, sagebrush, rabbitbrush and manzanita, and crosses Tumalo Creek twice, one crossing being a charming old railroad bridge. The trail is level at first, and arterial connections to other trails are well marked, so follow the signs to continue around the loop. As you make your way along the loop hike, enjoy some of the best views over Tumalo Creek and the forest below.

102

Bend Park & Recreation District (541) 389-7275 • bendparksandrec.org 18920 NW Shevlin Park Rd., Bend (Map B, PG 149, #7)

Larkspur Trail HIKING in BEND

Bend Park & Recreation District (541) 389-7275 • bendparksandrec.org Access from Larkspur Park or Pilot Butte Neighborhood Park (Map B, PG 149, #8)

› OPEN DAILY FROM 5AM - 10PM › DOGS MUST REMAIN LEASHED › A VARIETY OF OPTIONS FROM THIS TRAIL

SEE + DO | HIKING

Larkspur Trail is in the heart of East Bend and runs four miles north and south, connecting the Central Oregon Historic Canal Trail, Larkspur Park, Pilot Butte Neighborhood Park, and Pilot Butte State Park. South of the park, the trail loops around Pilot Butte Scenic Viewpoint, which is an additional one mile to the summit of Pilot Butte. North of Larkspur Park, the trail leads to the Pinewood Natural area, where you can take in views of the local wildlife, ponderosa pines, and juniper trees. Amenities on the northern portion of the trail beginning at Stover Park include a picnic shelter, playground, restrooms, baseball field and drinking fountain. The Coyner Trail is also nearby and connects to Ponderosa Park and Juniper Park.

103

Smith Rock State Park SIGHTSEEING & HIKING in TERREBONNE

› ALWAYS STAY ON THE TRAIL! › CAMPING OPEN EARLY SPRING-LATE FALL

SEE + DO | SIGHTS

› PARK OPEN DAILY FROM 7AM-7PM

104

The famous Smith Rock State Park is twenty-six miles northeast of Bend in the small town of Terrebonne. Known for its various outdoor activity opportunities — hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, trail running, camping, horseback riding — the park covers over 650 acres with Smith Rock hovering around 3,000 feet in elevation. Famous for sport climbing, the park attracts climbers from all over the world who are looking to challenge themselves on the hundreds of climbing routes. With miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, there is no shortage of opportunities for scenic views of deep river canyons and wildlife such as beaver, river otter, golden and bald eagles, and mule deer. Fishing is also a popular activity, with fishermen flocking to the upper areas of the Crooked River for some of the best fly fishing in Central Oregon. Located near Terrebonne Take Hwy 97 to Smith Rock Way and follow the signs (Map A, PG 148, #2)

Tumalo Falls SIGHTSEEING & HIKING in BEND

Located in the Deschutes National Forest From Bend, take Skyliner's Rd. west for about 11 miles, then go west on Forest Road 4603 for about 2.5 miles (Map A, PG 148, #3)

› RECREATION PASS REQUIRED AND AVAILABLE ON-SITE FOR $5 › RESTROOMS AT THE TRAILHEAD

SEE + DO | SIGHTS

Located within the Deschutes National Forest, about ten miles west of Bend, the Tumalo Falls area has several stunning waterfalls and scenic trails to explore. The 4.1-mile round trip hike with 550-feet of elevation change is a popular hiking area and includes a scenic overlook. The first waterfall is the tallest at 97 feet, while the second, Double Falls, drops thirty feet and then twenty feet with additional falls upstream along Tumalo Creek and its tributary, Bridge Creek. The best times to visit are May through October, and dogs are welcome but must be on a leash. In the winter months, the trailhead is blocked to vehicles. Trails that connect from this site are North Fork Trail (which passes Tumalo Falls), Bridge Creek Trail, Tumalo Creek Trail, and Farewell Trail.

105

Boyd Cave SIGHTSEEING & HIKING in BEND

› GREAT CAVE EXPERIENCE FOR ALL AGES › PLEASE RESPECT THE OUTDOORS BY

SEE + DO | SIGHTS

PRACTICING 'LEAVE NO TRACE'

106

Boyd Cave is a natural lava tube within Deschutes National Forest on the northern flank of Newberry volcano. Located approximately twelve miles southeast of Bend, Boyd Cave is an 1880-foot-long lava tube with well-preserved basalt formations and is reached by a short 0.8-mile out-and-back trail. As you descend into the cave via a metal staircase that goes down into the cave about twenty feet, you will be completely immersed in darkness, so make sure to bring a flashlight or headlamp. The chilly cave is at a constant temperature just below 50 degrees Fahrenheit, so be prepared with a sweater or jacket. Because of animal-borne pathogens and diseases affecting the bat population found in this cave, dogs are not allowed inside Boyd Cave as well as surrounding caves. This is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike and is open year-round. Located near Bend Take Arnold Ice Cave Rd. from US-97 for about 15 miles (Map A, PG 148, #4)

GOLF 108 CROSSWATER CLUB golf course 109 MEADOWS GOLF COURSE golf course 110 PARSCRIPTION GOLF golf equipment & instruction 111 BROKEN TOP GOLF CLUB golf course 112 PRONGHORN GOLF CLUB - NICKLAUS COURSE golf course 113 EAGLE CREST - RIDGE COURSE golf course 114 CROOKED RIVER RANCH GC golf course 115 ASPEN LAKES GOLF COURSE golf course

Snapping the QR code on any guide page will take you there in the Savvy360 app. 107

Crosswater Club GOLF COURSE in SUNRIVER

› A CENTRAL OREGON GEM › MULTIPLE RIVER CROSSINGS

SEE + DO | GOLF

› PRIVATE FOR RESORT GUESTS & MEMBERS

108

Honored by Golf Digest as one of "America's 100 Greatest Courses," Crosswater was designed by award-winning architect Bob Cupp. Situated on 600 magnificently scenic acres of woodlands and carefully preserved wetlands, Crosswater is threaded by the gently flowing Deschutes and Little Deschutes Rivers. In fact, depending on tee selection the rivers can come into play as often as seven times in a round. The design is traditional heathland style, and the golf course features five tee placements for each hole as well as bent grass fairways and greens. Tee times are reserved for members and resort guests only, and can be booked through the Crosswater Golf Shop.

Located in Sunriver Resort (541) 593-3428 • crosswater.com 17600 Canoe Camp Dr., Sunriver (Map F, PG 153, #8)

Meadows Golf Course GOLF COURSE in SUNRIVER

Located in Sunriver Resort (541) 593-4402 • sunriverresort.com 17600 Center Dr, Sunriver (Map F, PG 153, #9)

› ENOUGH WATER TO TEST YOUR NERVE › GREAT FOR PLAYERS OF ALL LEVELS › OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

SEE + DO | GOLF

Meadows is acclaimed architect John Fought's latest creation. The course features tremendous variety within its 18 holes, seven of which border the meandering Sun River. Fought's design pays tribute to the great American golf courses from the 1920s and 30s with its aesthetic grace, while its dramatic use of directional and fore-bunkers serve up ample challenges for golfers of all skill levels. The Meadows Golf Course near Bend, Oregon has played host to numerous USGA and NCAA golf championships, including the NCAA Men's Division I championship tournament. Named one of the Top 10 Destinations for Family Golf by Golf Digest, January 2016. Ranked #15 in Golf Advisor's Golfers' Choice Award: Best of Oregon Golf Courses 2019.

109

Parscription Golf GOLF EQUIPMENT + INSTRUCTION in BEND

› CUSTOM FITTINGS AND LESSONS › GOLF EQUIPMENT + APPAREL

SEE + DO | GOLF

› STATE-OF-THE-ART GOLF SIMULATOR

110

Since opening in 2006, Parscription Golf is Central Oregon’s only complete golf store, offering the largest selection of name-brand golf equipment and apparel for men and women, full-service golf club repair by certified technicians, custom club fitting, and personalized instruction for beginners to experienced players from PGA professional and owner Andy Heinly and assistants. Voted Bend’s #1 golf shop, their goal is to ensure all customers have a great shopping experience with their demo clubs available to test drive, indoor state-of-the-art golf simulator, and excellent service. Gift certificates are available. Parscription Golf is conveniently located in Bend River Plaza next to WinCo Foods, close to Highway 97, and open seven days a week in Spring and Summer (closed Sunday during winter). Call to book appointments for custom club fittings and individual or group lessons. Located in Bend River Plaza (541) 593-4653 • parxgolfbend.com 100 NE Bend River Mall Dr #102, Bend (Map B, PG 149, #9)

Broken Top Golf Club GOLF COURSE in BEND

Located just west of downtown Bend (541) 383-8200 • brokentop.com 62000 Broken Top Dr., Bend (Map B, PG 149, #10)

› PXG CLUB FITTINGS › PLAY AVAILABLE TO CLUB MEMBERS + GUESTS

SEE + DO | GOLF

Nestled where the high desert meets the foothills of the majestic Cascade Mountains, Broken Top Club on Bend’s west side is a privately owned and operated golf club overlooking a 6-acre lake with stunning views of Mt. Bachelor. Designed by Tom Weiskopf and Jay Morrish, the course blends traditional design elements with modern routings, bunkers, and green complexes. With exposed timber trestles, rough-hewn rock and a massive wood-burning fireplace, the rustic sophistication of the clubhouse offers a place that will invite you in and keep you there. Amenities include an 18-hole putting course, golf performance center, lessons, clinics and one-on-one instruction with PGA golf professionals, custom club fitting services, outdoor swimming pool, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness center, locker rooms with spa and steam rooms, and retail shop.

111

Pronghorn Golf Club - Nicklaus Course GOLF COURSE in BEND

› PRONGHORN RESORT AWARDED GOLF DIGEST’S EDITOR’S CHOICE AWARD BEST

SEE + DO | GOLF

GOLF RESORTS IN THE PACIFIC NW

112

Pronghorn Resort’s award-winning Jack Nicklaus-designed signature golf course accommodates golfers of every skill set with an emphasis on the golf game itself, combining strategy and playability, beautiful transitions, and true putting surfaces. Voted #6 on Golf Digest’s list of “The Best Golf Courses in Oregon” and #36 on Golf Digest’s list of “America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses,” this 7,379-yard, par-72, 18hole public course is surrounded by spectacular views of the Cascade Mountains, with ancient lava rock ridges on the back nine and outcroppings intertwined throughout the natural landscape. The amenities at Pronghorn Resort include a variety of on-the-go meals and beverages perfect for your golf outing.

Located in Pronghorn Resort (855) 998-9382 • pronghornresort.com 65600 Pronghorn Club Dr., Bend (Map A, PG 148, #10)

Eagle Crest - Ridge Course GOLF COURSE in REDMOND

Located west of Redmond (541) 923-4653 • eagle-crest.com 1522 Cline Falls Rd., Redmond (Map A, PG 148, #8)

› EXPERIENCE TWO PAR-72 COURSES, A PAR-63 CHALLENGE COURSE, AND AN 18-HOLE FAMILY PUTTING COURSE

SEE + DO | GOLF

Eagle Crest features all the elements that have made Central Oregon a golf mecca. With almost 300 days of sunshine per year and nearly year-round golf, Eagle Crest offers a longer booking window and flexibility for travelers. Featuring some of the finest golf in the Northwest, Eagle Crest’s three courses are carved out of an ancient juniper forest nestled at the foot of the majestic Cascades and perched on the rim of the Deschutes River. The Ridge Course will host the 2023 Oregon Open for the second time (previously 2006) and has hosted two Northwest Opens. The Ridge Course measures 6,927 yards and is known as a “drivers dream” with ample landing areas for those who like to hit the long ball. The premium for accuracy still abounds over a stellar collection of risk-reward holes, and the player that handles the subtle nuances on these large undulating greens will fare the best.

113

Crooked River Ranch GC GOLF COURSE in TERREBONNE

› WORTH THE SCENIC TRIP TO TERREBONNE › A PICTURESQUE SETTING PERCHED

SEE + DO | GOLF

ABOVE RIVER CANYONS

114

Not far off the beaten path in the heart of Central Oregon, nestled between the Deschutes and Crooked River canyons that formed over thousands of years, is a warm and friendly community called Crooked River Ranch. Crooked River Ranch GC is home to one of the most spectacular holes in golf, the No. 5 Canyon hole. Here you will catch a view of the beautiful Crooked River Canyon and the river from hundreds of feet above. The ultimate challenge is to hit the tee shot across the corner of the canyon wall to the green. At a mere 220 yards to cut the corner, it is just the fear of losing a ball and strokes to par that makes it tough. This is just one of the many fabulous sights you will experience as you make your way around the golf course. Located near Terrebonne (541) 923-6343 • crookedriverranchgc.com 5195 SW Clubhouse Rd., Terrebonne (Map A, PG 148, #7)

Aspen Lakes Golf Course GOLF COURSE in SISTERS

Located just outside Sisters (541) 549-4653 • aspenlakes.com 16900 Aspen Lakes Dr., Sisters (Map A, PG 148, #9)

› PART OF CENTRAL OREGON GOLF TRAIL › 28,000 SQ. FT. CLUBHOUSE FEATURES A FULL-SERVICE PRO SHOP AND BAR

SEE + DO | GOLF

Nestled in the shadows of the Three Sisters, Aspen Lakes Golf Course is a oneof-a-kind oasis, surrounded by towering pines, snowcapped mountain peak views, and endless natural beauty. Located in Sisters, it’s 20 minutes from everywhere! With their stunning red sand bunkers contrasted with the bentgrass fairways and greens, blue skies, and white, snow-covered mountains, you can expect a unique world class golf experience! And now, they have added another Oregon first: TopTracer mobile technology. Every golfer is now able to access valuable shot insights like how far, how fast, and (for some of us) where did that shot even go? It’s revolutionary, easy-to-use technology and only available in the state of Oregon at Aspen Lakes Golf Course. There's a reason Aspen Lakes isn't just the locals favorite!

115

SHOP + STYLE 118 CASCADE VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTER shopping center 119 OLD MILL DISTRICT shopping center & entertainment 120 PETERSON CONTEMPORARY ART art gallery 121 MOCKINGBIRD GALLERY art gallery 122 FAVEUR BOUTIQUE boutique 123 JOHN PAUL DESIGNS jewelry

Snapping the QR code on any guide page will take you there in the Savvy360 app. 117

Cascade Village Shopping Center SHOPPING CENTER in BEND

› OPEN DAILY FROM 10AM-9PM › SPACIOUS, OPEN-AIR LAYOUT

SHOP + STYLE

› A VARIETY OF SHOPPING & DINING OPTIONS

118

Cascade Village Shopping Center is situated on thirty-four acres on the north side of Bend between Highways 97 and 20 with beautiful views of the Cascade Mountains and offers an environment that has an Oregon chalet-inspired, craftsman architecture. Owned by SIMA Corporation, the property was purchased in 1998 and renovations completed in 2005. The shopping center’s open-air environment boasts pedestrian-friendly sidewalks, elaborate landscaping design, a Village Plaza area with a water and fire feature and an outdoor dining area in the Village Courtyard. SIMA has carefully created an assembly of tenants to create a diverse shopping environment to fit every need — from World Market, Dick’s Sporting Goods, PetSmart, and Trader Joes to many more, not to mention a vast selection of dining such as Moose Sisters, El Rancho Grande, Shinsei Sushi, and treats from See’s Candies. Located in Bend (541) 388-1495 • shopcascadevillage.com 63455 N Hwy 97, Bend (Map B, PG 149, #11)

Old Mill District SHOPPING & ENTERTAINMENT in BEND

Located in the heart of Bend (541) 312-0131 • oldmilldistrict.com 450 SW Powerhouse Dr., Bend (Map C, PG 150, #6)

› CHECK OUT BEND BREWFEST THE 2ND WEEKEND OF MAY EVERY SPRING › HOST TO MANY COMMUNITY EVENTS

SHOP + STYLE

Nowhere epitomizes Bend’s transformation from a sleepy lumber town to a world-class travel destination like the Old Mill District. Once home to two of the largest sawmill operations on the planet, the Old Mill District now boasts more than 55 restaurants, shops, art galleries and fitness studios nestled alongside the Deschutes River, as well as Oregon’s largest outdoor music venue, the Hayden Homes Amphitheater. The amphitheater, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2022, seats approximately 8,000 and features both lawn and VIP seating against spectacular views of the Cascade Range. Kenny Chesney, The Chicks, Nine Inch Nails, Tenacious D, Robert Plant and Alison Krauss, Jack Johnson, and ODESZA are among the 40-plus artists playing the amphitheater this summer. The district hosts a First Friday Art Walk the first Friday of every month.

119

Peterson Contemporary Art ART GALLERY in BEND

› A WIDE VARIETY OF LOCAL & GLOBAL ARTISTS FEATURED

SHOP + STYLE

› OPEN DAILY

120

Peterson Contemporary Art Gallery is the foremost contemporary art gallery located in the heart of downtown Bend. They strive to cultivate a welcoming environment and connect artists with the public. The gallery is a modern dream, encouraging the creative development of artists through different mediums and influences. There are sculptures in several mediums, including glass, wood, and steel, as well as paintings in watercolor, oil, encaustic and pastels, and even handmade jewelry that are sure to captivate the viewer and art lover. They currently have thirty-three artists located locally, all over the United States, and even Japan and Italy to help them achieve their goal of creative cohesiveness. A walk through the gallery is a pleasurable experience that immerses the observer in the lushness of color and texture that fills the soul with pure elation. Located in downtown Bend (541) 633-7148 • pcagallery.com 550 NW Franklin Ave., Ste. 178, Bend (Map C, PG 150, #7)

Mockingbird Gallery ART GALLERY in BEND

Located in downtown Bend (541) 388-2107 • mockingbird-gallery.com 869 NW Wall St., Ste 100, Bend (Map C, PG 150, #8)

› ONE OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST'S PREMIER FINE ART GALLERIES › REGIONAL & NATIONAL ARTISTS

SHOP + STYLE

Mockingbird Gallery has served the art community as the premier source for fine art in the Pacific Northwest for over thirty years. Centrally located in the heart of beautiful downtown Bend, they specialize in the representation of the established careers of almost fifty regionally and nationally collected artists. Celebrating 32 years in 2022, they endeavor to provide collectors with quality, variety, and an excellent value for the finest art that the Pacific Northwest has to offer. As you peruse the gallery you will be drawn into captivating landscapes, be astounded by breathtaking still-life, and amazed with the beauty of the bronze sculptures. There will surely be something your heart and soul will fall in love with as you enjoy Mockingbird Gallery.

121

Faveur Boutique BOUTIQUE in BEND & SISTERS

› LOCATIONS IN BEND & SISTERS › HAND-PICKED STYLES

SHOP + STYLE

› DOG FRIENDLY!

122

Discover why discerning women of all ages and shapes love shopping at Faveur Eclectic Unique Boutique. With two convenient locations in downtown Bend and Sisters, the timeless style of clothing, scarves, hats, shoes, handbags, and jewelry are combined with exceptional service and affordability in this lifestyle boutique. Choose from modern twists on romantic, bohemian, vintage, European, and eclectic styles, all hand-picked by the owner. Helping women see their beauty and walk in confidence is what Faveur is all about, as well as imparting a positive, full sensory experience while shopping. For the dog moms, Faveur is dog friendly. If you’re looking for great style at fantastic prices and friendly service, Faveur invites you to discover why they are one of Central Oregon’s favorite fashion boutiques. Located in Bend & Sisters faveurboutique.com (541) 508-3235 • 714 NW Franklin Ave., Bend (Map C, PG 150, #10) (541) 588-2287 • 150 W Cascade, Sisters (Map D, PG 151, #15)

John Paul Designs JEWELRY in BEND

Located in downtown Bend (541) 318-5645 • johnpauldesigns.com 1006 NW Bond St. Bend (Map C, PG 150, #11)

› HANDCRAFTED ORIGINAL DESIGNS › CUSTOM WORK & COMMISSIONS › CURRENT COLLECTIONS AVAILABLE

SHOP + STYLE

John Paul Designs has been adorning people with one-of-a-kind, handcrafted, heirloom-quality jewelry for over 25 years. Crafting and creating from a deep connection with the origins and ways of metalsmithing sets his work apart from many in his field. Known for designing pieces with substance and ingenuity, John Paul’s signature style is organic, weathered, edgy and industrial, which reveals textures that only come from hand forging metals into perfect imperfection. His custom wedding rings and Signature Series are made with hammer and anvil, file and saw, like artisans of old, often revitalizing heirloom gemstones and grandma’s jewelry into something entirely new with your style in mind. Find them in the heart of downtown Bend. They’d love to meet you and hear your story.

123

Hola prides itself on the freshest ingredients, the most unique ﬂavor combinations and the ﬁnest tequilas for truly unforgettable margaritas. Join us today at one of our six locations. It’s time to say adios to boring, and Hola! to delicious. East Side 2670 US-20 #710 (541)389-4652

Old Mill District 680 SW Powerhouse Dr (541)647-2711

Downtown Bend 920 NW Bond St #105 (541)728-0069

Redmond 514 NW Greenwood Ave (541)923-7290

Sunriver 17430 Deschutes Rd (541)593-8880

Camp Sherman 25545 SW Forest Service Rd #1419 (541)595-6420

EAT + DRINK 126 BRICKHOUSE STEAKHOUSE steak & seafood 127 SALUTE' italian cuisine 128 GREG'S GRILL regional cuisine 129 RANGE RESTAURANT & BAR regional cuisine 130 HOLA! mexican-peruvian cuisine 132 SEBASTIAN'S SEAFOOD & SPECIALTY MARKET seafood market 133 NEWPORT AVE. MARKET grocery & specialty market 134 KEFI FAST FRESH MEDITERRANEAN mediterranean 134 DUTCH BROS COFFEE coffee shop 135 CRATER LAKE SPIRITS tasting room 136 XALISCO mexican & latin cuisine 137 LOS JALAPEÑOS mexican cuisine 138 SUNRIVER COUNTRY STORE grocery & market 139 SISTERS COFFEE coffee shop & café 140 THE OPEN DOOR wine bar & art 141 MARAGAS WINERY winery & tasting room

Snapping the QR code on any guide page will take you there in the Savvy360 app. 125

Brickhouse Steakhouse STEAKHOUSE in BEND

› BRICKHOUSE SOURCES HORMONE & ANTIBIOTIC FREE BEEF, MAKING THEIR

EAT + DRINK

STEAKS THE BEST OF THE BEST!

126

Brickhouse Steakhouse is a fixture of Central Oregon’s dining scene and for good reason. Located in the Historic Firehall Building in Downtown Bend, Brickhouse offers a modern take on the classic steakhouse with its friendly, professional service, comfortable booth seating, very well stocked bar, and a wine list winner of Wine Spectator’s “Best of Award of Excellence.” Along with the original location in the heart of downtown Redmond, Brickhouse features USDA Prime Steaks, American Kobe, and Japanese A5 Wagyu Beef and specializes in prime, fresh, and wild-caught seafood. Their fresh fish is flown in daily from around the Northwest, Alaska, and Hawai‘i. Enjoy daily specials from their culinary team led by Executive Chef Sharon Fabiana and Head Chef Keoki McKee. USDA Prime is the highest grade of beef produced in the U.S., with less than 2% graded with that distinction. Located in downtown Bend brickhousesteakhouse.com (541) 728-0334 • 5 NW Minnesota Ave., Bend (Map C, PG 150, #15) (541) 526-1782 • 412 SW Sixth St., Redmond (Map E, PG 152, #1)

Salute’ Ristorante Italiano ITALIAN CUISINE in BEND

Located in downtown Bend (808) 323-0279 • salutebend.com 1045 NW Bond St., Bend (Map C, PG 150, #16)

› RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED › OPEN-SEATING BAR › TUESDAY-SUNDAY 4:30PM-CLOSE

EAT + DRINK

Salute’ Ristorante Italiano serves house-made, delicious, reasonably priced, highquality Italian food with a modern flair. This Downtown Bend Italian eatery is a more contemporary iteration of the quintessential Italian restaurant and serves decadent Italian fare made with local, seasonal flavors, classic cocktails and a carefully selected award-winning wine list in an intimate, unpretentious, romantic space. The diminutive but out of this world delicious menu has classic favorites like handmade Ravioli and authentic Carbonara created by Executive Chef Josh Habenicht. Chef’s seasonal menus always keep it fresh and exciting. Start your evening with Prawns Amaretto, Beef Carpaccio, or pan-fried Brussels sprouts. Delve into their indulgent house specialties like Lamb Osso Bucco, Seafood Pesto, and Beef Tenderloin Gorgonzola. Of course, don’t forget to leave room for dessert, especially for their Cannoli and Tiramisu.

127

Greg's Grill REGIONAL CUISINE in BEND

› RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED › GREAT VIEWS FROM THE PATIO

EAT + DRINK

› PRIVATE DINING AVAILABLE

128

Located in the heart of the historic Old Mill District overlooking the Deschutes River with views of the Cascade Mountain Range, Greg's Grill offers contemporary Northwest cuisine combined with excellent service. After a long history in the restaurant industry, owners Greg and Teresa Hubert opened Greg's Grill in the Spring of 2007. Whether inside the Northwestern-style lodge—with its vaulted windows and spectacular views of the Three Sisters—or out on the riverside patio, Greg’s is an ideal place to experience good times with friends and family. Enjoy hand-cut steaks, rotisserie prime rib, King salmon, Wagyu burgers, fresh salads, and a variety of deliciously creative appetizers, all accompanied by an extensive wine list, sixteen draft selections, and Bend’s finest cocktails. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Located in the Old Mill District (541) 382-2200 • gregsgrill.com 395 SW Powerhouse Dr., Bend (Map C, PG 150, #20)

Range Restaurant & Bar REGIONAL CUISINE in BEND

Located at Brasada Ranch (866) 373-4882 • brasadaranch.com 16986 SW Brasada Ranch Rd., Bend / Powell Butte (Map A, PG 148, #12)

› ROAST S'MORES OR GRAB A COCKTAIL BY THE OUTDOOR FIRE PITS & TAKE IN THE PANORAMIC VIEWS OF THE CASCADES

EAT + DRINK

The food at Range Restaurant and Bar is as extraordinary as the views. From the expansive windows, guests take in panoramic views of the Cascade Peaks while enjoying dishes inspired by local farmers and purveyors. Nightly sunsets are just the beginning of the show, better enjoyed roasting housemade s'mores over the outdoor firepit. Range Restaurant and Bar proudly showcases the bounty of Oregon—from their many partner farms, ranches, orchards, creameries, and wineries. The menu emphasizes this long-term commitment to the seasonal, organic, sustainable practices of farmers throughout Central Oregon and the state. Rather than a specific cuisine, Range is passionate about creating a living, breathing menu that focuses on seasonality and preparing dishes that bring out the local, true flavors from the weekly bounty. Open for dinner Wednesday-Sunday.

129

Hola! MEXICAN-PERUVIAN CUISINE in BEND

› AMAZING CAIPIRINHAS, AWARD-WINNING MARGARITAS AND AN EXPANSIVE

EAT + DRINK

SELECTION OF TEQUILAS

130

Incorporating traditional Mexican and Peruvian cooking techniques and ingredients into their culinary philosophy, the chefs at Hola! draw on traditions to create delectable dishes with a tangible sense of time and place with a twist of fun. Their ode to Mexican favorites includes dishes like the Mole Poblano, made from a 75-year-old family recipe, and probably the best reminder of their reverence to historical cooking methods, and their Carne Azada, which you can’t go wrong with, especially when combined with chimichurri sauce and fresh tortillas. Their traditional Peruvian dish Ceviche Traditional is one of several mouth-watering seafood dishes that must be tried.

holabend.com (541) 389-4652 • 2670 US-20 #710, Bend(Map B, PG 149, #18) (541) 647-2711 • 3680 SW Powerhouse Dr., Bend (Map C, PG 150, #18) (541) 728-0069 • 920 NW Bond St. # 105, Bend (Map C, PG 150, #17) (541) 923-7290 • 514 NW Greenwood Ave., Redmond (Map E, PG 152, #3) (541) 593-8880 • 17430 Deschutes Rd., Sunriver (Map F, PG 153, #11) (541) 595-6420 • 25545 SW FS Rd. #1419, Camp Sherman (Map A, PG 148, #11)

131

EAT + DRINK

Sebastian's Seafood & Specialty Market SEAFOOD MARKET in BEND

› OPEN DAILY 11AM-7PM, SUNDAYS 11AM-6PM › THE SHOYU POKE IS A MUST-TRY

EAT + DRINK

› CHECK OUT THE SEAFOOD CAFÉ

132

Sebastian’s Seafood & Speciality Market is Bend’s only dedicated fish market offering a full-service seafood case with the freshest and highest quality seafood from around the world. No matter what your seasonal favorites are—salmon, halibut, scallops, oysters, shrimp, tuna, crab, lobster, mussels, even razor clams— you’ll find it here, where the fish is flown in fresh daily. The seafood café, adjacent to the market, serves up the best fish and chips in town, along with a lobster roll, swordfish sandwich (a Galletti family recipe), and other seasonal specials. The market also offers a wide array of incredible ready-to-eat, house-made items including green salads, seafood salads, fresh breads, salsas, and spreads. You must try the shoyu poke, perfectly prepared by Athena Haden, the market’s ready-toeat production manager and merchandiser, who hails from Hawai‘i (No wonder it’s so good!). Located in The Grove at Northwest Crossing (541) 728-0696 • sebastiansseafoodbend.com 921 Mount Washington Dr., Bend (Map B, PG 149, #13)

Newport Ave. Market GROCERY & SPECIALTY MARKET in BEND

Located in River West in Bend (541) 382-3940 • newportavemarket.com 1121 NW Newport Ave., Bend (Map B, PG 149, #16)

› OPEN DAILY FROM 7AM - 10PM › ESTABLISHED IN 1991 › GREAT SELECTION OF LOCAL ITEMS

EAT + DRINK

Among the grocery stores in Bend, Oregon, there is only one that is a genuine original. Newport Ave. Market is an independent market where employee-owner food experts offer an experience that’s fun, fresh, and totally delish. Not only do they bring you the best quality ingredients, but they are also your personal food concierges, with the answers to anything, from cooking tips, recipes, and side dishes to freshly baked desserts and wine and beer pairings. A 22-time winner of “Best Grocery Store” in Central Oregon in The Source Weekly’s annual community poll, they offer an expansive selection of high-quality, classic, and trending food and beverages. We dare you to enter and not leave having discovered something delightful, unexpected, and wonderful. Life is short. Eat good food. ™

133

Kefi Fast Fresh Mediterranean MEDITERRANEAN in BEND

If you love Greek-inspired, Mediterranean cuisine or searching for something different from the usual American fare, Kefi Fast Fresh Mediterranean is the right place! Get inspired by traditional Greek flavors with meals created from fresh ingredients and an emphasis on healthy eating. This fast, casual, family-run restaurant features fully customizable (build your meal) bowls and wraps, crafted from five different protein choices and over a dozen fresh veggies. Enjoy traditional favorites like gyros, falafels, spanakopita, dolmades, and the yummiest lemon harissa tahini sauce we’ve ever eaten! To satisfy your sweet tooth, try their house-made baklava and chocolate chip cookies. Gluten-free and vegan options are also available. Catering is available with 24hour notice. Open daily from 11 am to 8 pm.

Located in Robal Road Village (541) 797-6554 • kefifresh.com 20520 Robal Ln Suite 120, Bend (Map B, PG 149, #15)

Dutch Bros Coffee COFFEE SHOP in BEND

EAT + DRINK

Founded in 1992, Dutch Bros Coffee is a popular drive-through coffee chain headquartered in Oregon with a menu that consists of specialty coffee, caffeinated beverages, iced tea, energy drinks, smoothies, and more. Their exclusive premium coffee blend is delicious, and the friendly, energetic service is what they’re known for. In fact, it’s just business as usual to see smiling, positive, helpful employees jamming to upbeat music when you drive up to place your order. Perhaps it’s the ever-flowing coffee or their line of energy drinks that keeps the party going? Whatever it is, it’s always fun, and the delicious coffee is the cherry on top. If blended drinks are your preference, they’ll blend anything you want. Or maybe you have some creative ideas for your own signature drink? If so, they’ll create it! Open every day from 5am-11pm.

134

Six locations in Bend (541) 955-4700 • dutchbros.com 1143 NE 3rd St., Bend (Map B, PG 149, #14)

Crater Lake Spirits TASTING ROOM in BEND

Located in downtown Bend (541) 480-3483 • craterlakespiritsbend.com 1024 NW Bond St #102, Bend (Map C, PG 150, #21)

› A VARIETY OF SMALL-BATCH SPIRITS › A GREAT PLACE TO START THE EVENING › TOUR THE DISTILLERY IN TUMALO

EAT + DRINK

Enjoy a timeless atmosphere with creative pours and good company at Crater Lake Spirits’ Downtown Tasting Room. Founded in 1996, this award-winning, smallbatch distillery crafted their downtown tasting room to reflect an appreciation for quality spirits and the Bend lifestyle. Their expanded product line from locally sourced ingredients includes infused vodkas, gins, reserve products, limited release Rare Spirits, Black Butte Whiskey, and rye whiskeys. Conveniently located next to their friends at Deschutes Brewery Pub, kick back and enjoy a selection of tasters and mini cocktails in a stylish room before heading to one of many nearby restaurants. Stay a while or buy a bottle to enjoy at home. To tour their distillery, visit their Tumalo location, where they set up a tasting room and gift shop stocked with cocktail gear, logo wear, the same delicious selection of craft vodka and gin, and more.

135

Xalisco Latin Cuisine MEXICAN & LATIN CUISINE in REDMOND

› EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE MATCHES THE DELICIOUS FOOD, ALL INCORPORATING

EAT + DRINK

THE HIGHEST-QUALITY INGREDIENTS

136

Spice up your life at Xalisco Latin Cuisine in Redmond. Located in a small shopping center near the airport as you exit Highway 97, Xalisco is a relatively new addition to Redmond’s culinary scene, having opened in May 2021. Not your typical taqueria or sauce-doused-burrito eatery, Executive Chef Buenrostro Medina taps into the rich tapestry of Guadalajara food culture here. The welcoming vibe and homemade tortillas and salsas that your taste buds will thank you for are just the beginning of your dining experience. Standout plates include the appetizers Pulpo a las Brasas (grilled octopus) and the decadent Queso Fundido Al Tequila (your choice of freshly made tortillas or chips), street tacos served with homemade corn tortillas, Arrachera (skirt steak), and Carnitas de Puerco (pork carnitas). If you are looking for a culinary treat of Latin food, you’ll find it at Xalisco. Located in Redmond (541) 923-3943 • facebook.com/Xaliscolc 3835 SW 21st St. #105, Redmond (Map E, PG 152, #2)

Los Jalapeños MEXICAN CUISINE in BEND

Located just northeast of downtown Bend (541) 383-1402 • losjalapenosbend.com 601 NE Greenwood, Bend (Map B, PG 149, #12)

› CASUAL DINING › DELICIOUS MARGARITAS + HAPPY HOUR! › OPEN MONDAY - SATURDAY

EAT + DRINK

Since opening in 1994, Los Jalapeños has been beloved by Bendites and considered one of the best Mexican restaurants in the area. Paying homage to his roots in Tlaxcala, east of Mexico City, Owner-chef Gonzalo Morales prepares dynamic, fresh, and authentic dishes for every meal of the day. Made from fresh, local ingredients, Morales has cultivated an authentic and diverse menu, with something for everyone. The breakfast, lunch and dinner menus feature traditional savory options as well as several gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian dishes. In addition to indoor seating, meals and drinks can be enjoyed outside on the bricked patio in the shade of an umbrella. Los Jalapeños is located north of Juniper Swim and Fitness Center on Greenwood Avenue. Happy eating!

137

Sunriver Country Store GROCERY & MARKET in SUNRIVER

› OPEN 10AM - 7PM DAILY › CHECK OUT THEIR SITE FOR WEEKLY

EAT + DRINK

SAVINGS AND PRINTABLE COUPONS

138

The family owned and operated Sunriver Country Store is conveniently located in The Village at Sunriver and carries about anything you may need or want while on holiday in one of Central Oregon’s most popular resort communities. The sister store, Sunriver Marketplace on Cottonwood Rd., is located on the north end of Sunriver. These thoughtfully run, full-service grocery stores offer organic meats, seafood, fresh produce, hot and cold delicatessens including some seriously delicious BBQ, gluten-free selections, locally sourced dairy products, a broad selection of CBD products, and liquor, including one of Oregon’s finest wine selections. The onsite service centers at both stores include lottery sales, faxing, photocopying, Sno-Park and trail parking permits, 1-day fishing licenses, ATM and WiFi. In addition, the Marketplace offers a Shell gas station, propane tank exchange or purchase, and a post office. Two locations in Sunriver sunrivergrocerystores.com (541) 593-8166 • 57100 Beaver Dr., Sunriver (Map F, PG 153, #12) (541) 593-8166 • 18160 Cottonwood Rd., Sunriver (Map F, PG 153, #13)

Sisters Coffee Co. COFFEE SHOP & CAFÉ in SISTERS

Located at downtown Sisters & in the Old Mill District in Bend (541) 549-8976 • sisterscoffee.com 273 W. Hood Ave., Sisters (Map D, PG 151, #2) 450 SW Powerhouse Dr. #400, Bend (Map C, PG 150, #19)

› A MUST ON YOUR TRIP TO SISTERS › ENJOY FRESHLY ROASTED COFFEE, BRUNCH & PASTRIES

EAT + DRINK

In the heart of the Oregon Cascades, celebrated roastery Sisters Coffee provides a cozy yet elegant experience, from their log cabin style cafe to the consciously curated coffee that’s freshly roasted each day. Founded by Winfield and Joy Durham in 1989 and now operated by their three children, more than 300,000 pounds of coffee beans a year are roasted in their café and roastery in Sisters. The woodsy cafe nestled at the base of the Three Sisters Wilderness hosts locals and travelers alike, connecting over handcrafted coffee, homemade pastries, and locally sourced and seasonally selected lunch fare. Evolving from the flagship location, Sisters Coffee has expanded into two iconic Oregon districts: the Old Mill District of Bend and the Pearl District in Portland. Regardless of which cafe you venture to, the meticulous care each coffee undergoes all the way from farm to cup ensures an exceptional brew every single day.

139

The Open Door WINE BAR & ART in SISTERS

› WHOLESOME & DELICIOUS FOOD › BOUNTIFUL WINE LIST

EAT + DRINK

› WARM & ENGAGING STAFF

140

The Open Door is a boutique venue in charming downtown Sisters, nestled near the base of the Three Sisters. Founded and co-owned by Dan and Julia Rickards, they provide delicious, wholesome, artisan food, an exquisite selection of wines, and friendly service. Housed in the same building is The Clearwater Gallery, which features a colorful array of fine art by regional and local artists whose works represent a variety of artistic mediums including oil, pastel, acrylic, watercolor, stoneware, and handcrafted jewelry. Lunch and dinner are served Tuesday through Saturday, including homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, flatbreads, fresh fish, desserts, and daily pasta creations. Features include a full bar with craft cocktails and local draft beers on tap, live entertainment, outdoor seating, and private party accommodations. Located in Clearwater Gallery (541) 549-6076 • opendoorwinebar.com 303 W Hood Ave, Sisters (Map D, PG 151, #3)

Maragas Winery WINERY in TERREBONNE

Located just north of Terrebonne (541) 546-5464 • maragaswinery.com 15523 SW Hwy 97, Culver (Map A, PG 148, #13)

› OLD WORLD WINEMAKING › ORGANIC & SUSTAINABLE FARMING › ALSO SOLD AT SELECT BEND RETAILERS

EAT + DRINK

For a classic winery and vineyard experience, go no further than Maragas Winery. The center of this vested Central Oregon landmark is amazing wine. Inspired by a family wine tradition going back to 1941 in the U.S. and hundreds of years in Greece, 22 years ago, Doug Maragas created his own rendition of the family wine business. Maragas brought the natural wine making and extended barrel aging techniques with him and founded Central Oregon’s first winery and vineyard. Located in the heart of the area, with stunning views of Smith Rock and the majestic peaks of the Cascades, you can see first-hand the boutique operation which has generated wines earning medal after medal in prestigious wine competitions. Doug, his wife Gina, daughter Samantha, and a few cherished assistants invite you to experience the best organic wine in Oregon and visit the best tasting room in Oregon.

141

Koa Settees OWN A PIECE OF HISTORY This pair of Koa wood settees are exact replicas of the first Clef benches (1836 ~ 1912) made by Henry Weeks, Jr., one of the most distinguished native Hawaiian wood craftsmen in late 19th century Hawaiì. Of three pairs Weeks made for the Wall family’s Kona Inn, just one set remains in family hands. This matched set, replicated in the early 1970s from that original pair, was crafted by Robert Shepherd, a well-known craftsman and furniture maker living and working in Kamuela, Hawaii. Submitted to the first state-wide woodwork competition on Oahu, they garnered all three top awards: Best of Show, Exhibitors’ Choice, and Peoples’ Choice. They’re unique for their honeyhued coloration and notable markings: the chatoyance, or wood iridescence, of the wonderfully matched “clef” backboards and the much rarer bird’s eye speckling on their full round façade and armrests. Honey-toned Koa occurs in less than 10% of all Koa cut, but only 10% of that Koa has the so highly prized rippled, curly markings. As for bird’s eye, just one in a thousand trees has this unusual characteristic! When all three factors combine (i.e., 1 in 10, 10% and 1 in a thousand), the wood used to (re-)create these settees makes them extraordinary, rare, and desirable. Price available to interested qualified parties. Email koabench@gmail.com.

LIVING 144 PRONGHORN resort living & real estate 146 KOA SETTEES fine furnishings

Snapping the QR code on any guide page will take you there in the Savvy360 app.

Pronghorn Resort RESORT LIVING in BEND

› YOUR EXCLUSIVE, ON-SITE BROKER › COME LIVE ALONG ONE OF THE COVETED

LIVING

GOLF COURSES AT PRONGHORN RESORT

144

Pronghorn Resort is the pinnacle of perfection for luxury living in beautiful Bend, Oregon. An oasis among the ancient Juniper forest, Pronghorn offers the perfect balance of a peaceful retreat and community while enjoying all that Central Oregon has to offer. Find your next home along one of the 18-hole golf courses, the coveted Tom Fazio or Jack Nicklaus signature courses. You can also customize the perfect getaway for your second home or primary residence on available homesites. Enjoy Cascade Mountain view sunsets, sunrises over Powell Butte, privacy of public lands, or even waterfront! Pronghorn Realty is a boutique brokerage specializing in resort communities, second homes, and helping those seeking their next chapter of life here in Central Oregon. Please stop by the realty office and visit with Erika Elmer, Principal Broker. Pronghorn Realty (541) 693-5400 • pronghornliving.com 65600 Pronghorn Club Drive, Bend (Map A, PG 148, #15)

145

LIVING

Koa Settees FINE FURNISHINGS in BEND

› HANDCRAFTED FROM HAWAIIAN KOA WITH UNIQUE HONEY-HUED COLORATION

LIVING

AND NOTABLE MARKINGS

146

Inspired by one of the most distinguished native Hawaiian wood craftsmen in late 19th century Hawai‘i, Henry Weeks, Jr., this pair of Koa wood settees are exact replicas of the first Clef benches made for Queen Lili'uokalani. This matched set, replicated in the early 1970s from the original pair, was crafted by Robert Shepherd, a well-known craftsman and furniture maker living and working in Kamuela, Hawai‘i. That this pair was replicated from the original three pairs ordered from and made by Weeks himself makes them more than a bit special. And the light-hued and birds-eye Koa chosen is extraordinarily outstanding not to mention rare. You will not find anything like it from current furniture manufacturers producing similar designs. They have been seen by Irving Jenkins who authored the book Hawaiian Furniture and Hawaii’s Cabinetmakers 18201940 in 2006. Koa Settees koabench@gmail.com Snap the code to learn more

MAPS 148 149 150 151 152 153

CENTRAL OREGON BEND DOWNTOWN & OLD MILL DISTRICT SISTERS REDMOND SUNRIVER

Download the Savvy360 app to use geolocation features for alll of our guides. 147

MAP A

11 7

5 17

LEGEND 8 10 15 3

See + Do 16 12

Golf

Shop

Eat + Drink

Live

Stay

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 148

High Desert Museum Smith Rock State Park Tumalo Falls Boyd Cave Hoodoo Ski Area Mount Bachelor Ski Area Crooked River Ranch GC Eagle Crest Golf Resort Aspen Lakes Golf Course Pronghorn Golf Club Hola! - Camp Sherman Range Restaurant & Bar Maragas Winery Cascada Pronghorn Resort / Realty Brasada Ranch Black Butte Ranch Sunriver Resort

MAP B

5 6

1 9 20

7 13

1 McKenzie River Rafting Trip - Ouzel Outfitters 2 Pickleball Zone 3 K1 Speed Kart Racing 4 Pilot Butte State Scenic Lookout 5 Riley Ranch Nature Reserve 6 Pine Nursery Park & Trail 7 Shevlin Park 7 Shevlin Loop Trail 8 Larkspur Trail 9 Parscription Golf 10 Broken Top Golf Club 11 Cascade Village Shopping Center 12 Los Jalapeños 13 Sebastian's Seafood & Specialty Market 13 The Grove Market Hall 14 Dutch Bros Coffee 15 Kefi Fast Fresh Mediterranean 16 Newport Ave. Market 17 The Sparrow Bakery 18 Hola! 19 Tetherow 20 Riverhouse on the Deschutes

4 18

8 10

149

MAP C 34

16 5

7 9

13 22

17 6

29 23

1 2

17 25 8

5 19

31 30 35

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 150

Bend Whitewater Park Float the Deschutes River Deschutes Historical Museum Deschutes River Trail - Old Mill Reach Drake Park & Mirror Pond Old Mill District Peterson Contemporary Art Mockingbird Gallery Saxon's Fine Jewelers Faveur Boutique John Paul Designs REI The Box Factory

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 22 23 24 25

Lulu's Boutique Brickhouse Steakhouse Salute' Ristorante Italiano Hola! (Downtown) Hola! (Old Mill) Sisters Coffee Co. Greg's Grill Crater Lake Spirits Bos Taurus Dogwood Cocktail Cabin Roam Thump Coffee Boxwood Kitchen

26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35

900 Wall Zydeco City Home Oxford Hotel Residence Inn by Marriott Hilton Garden Inn Hampton Inn & Suites SpringHill Suites Element by Westin My Place Hotel

MAP D

6 11 12

10 15

3 2

17 5

13 7

4 8

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Sisters Movie House Sisters Coffee Co. The Open Door Wine Bar Sisters Meat and Smokehouse Sisters Saloon & Ranch Grill Boone Dog Pizza Sisters Bakery The Cottonwood Café R Spot Takeout & Eatery

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

Rancho Viejo Angeline's Bakery & Café The SweetEasy Co. Chops Bistro Cascade Street Distillery Faveur Boutique Five Pine Lodge & Spa Ski Inn Tap House Hotel

151

MAP E

3 9

13 6

8 7

1 14

152

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

Brickhouse Steakhouse Xalisco Latin Cuisine Hola! Diego's Spirited Kitchen Wild Ride Brewing Co. One Street Down Cafe Oishi Carnaval Mexican Grill Initiative Brewing Rimrock Taphouse Porter Brewing Willow Wild Forever Sunshine SCP Redmond Hotel

MAP F

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 14 14 15 15 16 17 18 19

Sunriver Trail Ride Lava Run Experience SHARC Sage Springs Spa The Cove Bike Barn Sunriver Resort Marina Crosswater Club Meadows Golf Course Woodlands Golf Course Hola! Sunriver Country Store Sunriver Marketplace Lodge Kitchen Owl's Nest The Backyard Café & Bar Sunriver Brewing Co. Goody’s Chocolate Crosswater The Grille Marcello’s Cucina Italiana The Village at Sunriver Sunriver Lodge

5 14 9

19 18

153

TRAVELOGUE 169 NOTES + SKETCHES document your travel adventures, the places you visit, experiences you encounter, or something weird you saw on the river... 170 ITINERARY PLANNER prefer to keep it analog? You can still get the most out of your trip and start planning your itinerary here, just grab a pen and do it old school.

DOWNLOAD THE SAVVY360 APP This link will take you to the appropriate app store to

install the app, where you can explore our Central Oregon experience guides, create a trip, start building your itinerary, collaborate with friends, and more...

154

Central Oregon

MY SKETCHES

155

Central Oregon D AT E

MY TRIP

/ /

/ / BREAK FAST

pg #

D AT E

What do you want to do today?

M ORNING

LU NC H

AFTERNOON

DINNER

EV ENING

Central Oregon D AT E

MY TRIP

D AT E

/ /

/ / BREAK FAST

M ORNING

LU NC H

AFTERNOON

DINNER

EV ENING

Central Oregon D AT E

MY TRIP

/ /

/ / BREAK FAST

pg #

D AT E

What do you want to do today?

M ORNING

LU NC H

AFTERNOON

DINNER

EV ENING

Central Oregon D AT E

MY TRIP

D AT E

/ /

/ / BREAK FAST

M ORNING

LU NC H

AFTERNOON

DINNER

EV ENING

Start Planning. DOWNLOAD THE SAVVY360 MOBILE APP

Scan to get the SAVVY360 app on your device

CREATE A TRIP • BUILD AN ITINERARY • COLLABORATE WITH FRIENDS DISCOVER FRESH CONTENT • BROWSE CURATED GUIDES GET MAPS + DIRECTIONS • FOLLOW LIVE SOCIAL FEEDS

OLD MILL DISTRICT | 541.389.6655 | SAXONSFINEJEWELERS.COM