About the Author

Erika Oreskovich

Erika Oreskovich is a writer raised in Portland and now based in Bend, where she finds no shortage of inspiration and play in Central Oregon. Away from the desk, she can be found fly fishing the Deschutes, winding her way down Oregon’s dusty backroads, or hanging out with her Little as a Big Brothers Big Sisters mentor.

Beyond Summer in Central Oregon

March 18, 2026
Summer in Central Oregon might be commonly known as peak season for hiking, biking, camping and fishing, but the region doesn’t slow down the rest of the year. Whether you’re here to ski snowy slopes, mountain bike on a crisp day, or take a spring swing on an award-winning golf course, there’s always something happening. Here’s where to play, eat and stay in spring, fall and winter. More
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Food Lover’s Guide to Central Oregon

February 20, 2026
Come hungry, leave happily full — maybe even with a box of doughnuts to go. That’s how it goes in Central Oregon. From comfort food and craft cocktails to locally sourced ingredients and sweet treats, menus here cover a lot of delicious ground. Here’s where to find great meals, ingredients and culinary inspiration in the high desert. More
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Art Lover’s Guide to Central Oregon

Creativity thrives beneath Central Oregon’s bluebird skies. From Bend and Redmond to Madras, Prineville and beyond, the region is filled with history, heritage and culture. Here’s how to immerse yourself in Central Oregon’s unique cultural landscape on your next visit. More
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Experience Central Oregon’s Volcanic Past and Present

January 27, 2026
Ash hurls overhead while lava projects down the mountain in glowing ribbons. The ground beneath flashes and rumbles with heat and motion. You’ve landed smack dab in a volcanic eruption. At least, that’s what it feels like inside the High Desert Museum, where the high desert’s volcanic narrative comes to life. More
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Try a New Winter Adventure in Sisters

October 15, 2025
Are you an aspiring snowshoer or skier? Looking to see stars twinkling over a snowfield or get cozy around an outdoor fireplace on a chilly night? Then Sisters is your base camp for trying a new flavor of winter fun. About 22 miles northwest of Bend on the east slope of the Cascade Mountains, Sisters’ charming downtown and easy access to the outdoors feels like an Old West movie come to life — and visitors will find plenty of outfitters, guides and instructors that make... More
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