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January 11, 2022

Best Winter Hikes

Tumalo Falls Cline Falls

December 14, 2021

2021 Ski Program

What: Vamonos Outside is partnering with Mt Bachelor and LCA to create a learn to ski/ride program specifically for Latinx/BIPOC teenagers in Bend. VO believes that Latinx/BIPOC youth in this community deserve the opportunity to thrive to be their best selves. We at Vamonos Outside want to get underserved youth out on the slopes. This programContinue reading “2021 Ski Program”

February 9, 2021

How Vámonos outside got started

The main goal of Vámonos Outside is to engage, connect and inspire our Latinx community in our outdoor spaces in Central Oregon. This all started in early 2019 when Zavier Borja started a local chapter of Latino Outdoors which has a very similar mission. Latino Outdoors is a national nonprofit that relies on volunteer-led localContinue reading “How Vámonos outside got started”

December 2, 2020

Jugamos Afuera – Fall

by Zavier Borja COVID-19 has affected everyone in some shape or form. Especially those in lower socioeconomic areas and our populations with high vulnerability. As a result from this pandemic the majority of things are now done online which includes school for all learners. While it is great that our education system and partners haveContinue reading “Jugamos Afuera – Fall”

November 20, 2020

Annual Northwest Forest Pass

Cost $30 annually Benefits Honored at all Forest Service operated recreation sites in Washington and Oregon where a day use fee is required. Passes can be shared between all members of the same household. If you camp or visit the national forests often, this may save you money by buying an annual pass. Validation GoodContinue reading “Annual Northwest Forest Pass”

October 20, 2020

Children’s Books with Latinx Characters to Inspire Your Next Outdoor Adventure

What happens when a town comes together to build a park for the community? Curious about what you need for a fun backyard adventure? Do you have a friend or relative that has shared a special place outdoors with you? Or their favorite outdoor activity? Can you relate to parents or grandparents sharing stories aboutContinue reading “Children’s Books with Latinx Characters to Inspire Your Next Outdoor Adventure”

October 6, 2020

State Park Pass Information

State Parks passes are needed to access many Oregon State Parks. Daily parking passes ($5) are available at every day-use park that charges a fee. One-year ($30) and two-year ($50) parking passes are also an available option if you like to get out a lot, which could really save you some money! Where can IContinue reading “State Park Pass Information”

October 6, 2020

Ways to Get Outside that Aren’t Hiking

Original post from Rebekah Ratcliff from the Deschutes Land Trust. There is no lack of incredible places in Central Oregon to explore and discover. Getting outdoors, however, doesn’t always have to be an extreme activity. For many of us spending time outdoors comes in a variety of forms. As the weather improves and you lookContinue reading “Ways to Get Outside that Aren’t Hiking”

October 6, 2020

What is a Land Trust?

Original post from the Deschutes Land Trust. When people first learn about the Deschutes Land Trust, they usually have lots of questions for us. What is a land trust? Are you a governmental organization? What makes you different from the National Forest? Are all of your protected lands open to the public? We hear you!Continue reading “What is a Land Trust?”

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