One of my favorite places in Bend is Drake Park. It is situated in the center of town. Maybe one of the reasons I like it so much is that it was one of the first places I visited when I first came to Bend and the beauty just took my breath away. The park …
Winter in Bend . . . Finale
I just have a couple of more winter photos of Bend to share. At least for now. One of the prettiest places located right downtown Bend is Drake Park. The Deschutes River runs right through the heart of town and this beautiful little park is in the middle of it. Outside of town you will …
Winter in Bend . . . Part V
Every May, we have a sporting event called the Pole, Pedal, Paddle. The race consists of six legs that include alpine skiing/snowboarding, cross-country skiing, biking, running, canoe/kayaking and sprinting to the finish! You can do it individually or as part of a relay team. I have never participated but I did go up to the start …
Winter in Bend . . . Part IV
Several years ago, my husband surprised me on our anniversary with a ride with a team of racing sled dogs. It was one of the most exhilarating things I've done. It was snowing heavily and the trees were thick with snow. We were fortunate to have Rachael Scdoris as our musher and guide for our …
Winter in Bend . . . Part III
I wanted to take this photo before anyone came out to clear the snow off the tables - not that anyone would be sitting outside to eat on that day. I think everyone would have been more comfortable sitting indoors. This was also taken with an Olympus point-and-shoot camera. Maralee
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