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Beer Guide: The Best of Bend, OR Breweries
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Why We Love Skiing Hoodoo: A Day on the Slopes with Ablis CBD
By Max Bendis There are few things more relaxing than a weekend in the snow, exploring new trails and enjoying the adventure. Hoodoo Ski Area in Sisters, OR, never fails to disappoint if you need a fun skiing getaway near Bend. It’s an hour northwest of town, near Mount Washington. Let me tell you: Hoodoo…
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How to Unwind After a Ski Day in Bend, OR
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An Epic Twelve Hours in Bend, Oregon with Max Bendis
By Max Bendis With everything that has happened this year and so many states going back into lockdown, I can’t help but daydream about going places and doing things. Remember having plans? This year has definitely made me appreciate the little things like walking around town or sitting in a coffee shop, so my best…
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The Ultimate Bend, Oregon Restaurant Guide: Classics, New Eateries, and Food Carts
By Max Bendis There are so many incredible, locally-owned restaurants and food carts in Bend, it can be overwhelming to make a decision about lunch. Born and raised in Bend, I have definitely accumulated a list of go-to spots and menu items over time. It hasn’t been easy for restaurants and bars this year, so…
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Rafting the Grand Canyon: Things to Know Beforehand
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5 Après Ski Cocktails to Enjoy Around A Fire
Everybody knows the best part of a successful day on the slopes is warming up around a fire with friends. Even better if you can throw some cocktails into the mix. We’ve teamed up with our friend, Anthony, over at Crater Lake Spirits to curate some recipes that will definitely have you and yours feeling…
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Rafting the Grand Canyon: An Epic, Month-long Adventure
Going back to civilian life after twenty-four days rafting the Colorado River felt even stranger than I imagined. I went from beautiful red rock canyons and miles of whitewater rapids to a Chipotle in Kingsman, AZ. What a buzzkill. Existing in the outdoors for an extended period of time does something to your body and…
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Greatest Hits Guide to Skiing in Colorado, Idaho, Utah, & Oregon
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Top 10 Things To Do in Bend, Oregon
Ablis is lucky to call Bend home. Situated in the high desert of Oregon, on the Deschutes River, alongside the Cascade mountains, Bend has just about every microclimate within a two-hour drive. It’s a special, little town, unlike anywhere else. Bend is about what we’re about, which is spending as much time outdoors as possible…