Smith Rock State Park

A heat advisory has been issued for Central Oregon and the John Day Basin through next Thursday! 🥵 If you plan to stay cool by canoeing, kayaking, floating, or stand-up paddle boarding on the beautiful Deschutes River or one of Bend’s many alpine lakes, we have a few helpful tips for staying safe in the region’s waterways: It’s important to stay safe while enjoying these waterways by: 🛟 Wearing a life jacket 🥾 Bringing secure footwear 🛶 Using durable equipment 🗑️ Anything you pack in, pack out 🍺 Skip out on the alcohol ⚠️ Is it your first time heading out? Let’s find you the perfect guided tour: @adventuretoursbend @ouzel_outfitters @suncountrytours @tumalocreek @wanderlusttours

Have a happy and safe 4th of July 🇺🇸

Bend’s beauty is the perfect backdrop for your 4th of July celebrations. Come for the views, stay for the adventure! 🇺🇸🏔️
 Here are a few of the events happening across town this holiday: 🇺🇸 4th of July – Pet Parade 📍 Downtown Bend | 10:00 AM The 4th of July in Bend would not be complete without the Bend pet parade. Join us along the route in Downtown Bend as we celebrate our community and beloved pets. 🎶 Munch & Music 📍 Drake Park | 5:30 PM This weekly series launches for the summer featuring live music, food, artisan vendors, local craft beverages, and a kids’ zone. 🎆 4th of July – Fireworks 📍 Pilot Butte State Park | 10:00 PM Don’t miss Bend’s favorite 4th of July tradition! The fireworks at Pilot Butte State Park will begin at 10:00 pm and should be visible from almost anywhere in town. 🧨 REMINDER: FIREWORKS ARE NOT ALLOWED WITHIN CITY LIMITS OR THE NATIONAL FOREST.

The temperatures are rising this week! ☀️ There’s nothing quite like the joy of spending an afternoon canoeing, kayaking, floating, or stand-up paddle boarding on the beautiful Deschutes River or at one of Bend’s many alpine lakes. It’s important to stay safe while enjoying these waterways by: 🛟 Wearing a life jacket 🥾 Bringing secure footwear 🛶 Using durable equipment 🗑️ Anything you pack in, pack out 🍺 Skip out on the alcohol