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Paddle Your Way To See The Best Fall Colors

Paddle Your Way To See The Best Fall Colors

It’s hard not to get a scenic vista when you’re paddling. Throw in the changing colors of autumn, however, and you’re in for a real…
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7 Colorful Canoe Trips to Try This Fall

7 Colorful Canoe Trips to Try This Fall

There are few better ways to witness the fabulous fiery colors of fall than from the water. The air is crisp and reflections from the foliage dance…
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5 Great Paddleboarding Spots in Oregon

5 Great Paddleboarding Spots in Oregon

While stand-up paddleboarding has been steadily gaining popularity over the last decade, Oregonians have known all along that it’s an…
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6 Terrific Whitewater Parks in America

6 Terrific Whitewater Parks in America

Rafting down mountain rivers is nothing short of addicting, but it’s not your only option for thrills. Whitewater parks are sprinkled…
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5 Exhilarating Jet Skiing Spots in Oregon

5 Exhilarating Jet Skiing Spots in Oregon

Propel yourself across the water atop a jet ski, soaking in the plentiful natural gifts Oregon has to offer. With its diverse ecosystem of rivers,…
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The Best Reasons You Should Try Wakeboarding This Summer

The Best Reasons You Should Try Wakeboarding This Summer

If you’re a fan of water skiing or tubing out on the lake on a hot summer day, wakeboarding might be the next sport for you. Not only is this…
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5 Amazing Water Trails You Need To Try Right Now!

5 Amazing Water Trails You Need To Try Right Now!

Mountains have them, municipalities have them, so why shouldn’t waterways have them as well? I’m talking about trails that keep you on a…
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8 Common Sense Tips for Buying Your First Boat

8 Common Sense Tips for Buying Your First Boat

A boat, even if it’s a small used one, can be a big purchase. Boat ownership entails a lot of responsibility and can be expensive, as well. If…
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5 Excellent Places for Beginners to Kayak in Oregon

5 Excellent Places for Beginners to Kayak in Oregon

Between the many rivers, creeks, canals, and Pacific Ocean, Oregon has an astounding amount of access to great kayaking spots. With so many options,…
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10 Essential Pieces of Gear for Paddle-Sports Beginners

10 Essential Pieces of Gear for Paddle-Sports Beginners

Feeling ready to dip a paddle into some cool waters this summer?  Take your pick from kayaking, canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding….but…
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Kayak Safety: 5 Essential Survival Skills to Know

Kayak Safety: 5 Essential Survival Skills to Know

Sitting atop a kayak on the water is a great way to experience nature from a new vantage point. Whether you're embarking on a leisurely journey on a…
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How to Prepare for a Canoe Camping Trip

How to Prepare for a Canoe Camping Trip

Canoe camping transforms a regular old camping trip into a more adventurous excursion, but it's pivotal to take the steps to properly prepare. You…
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Kayak Adventures—5 Warm-Weather Escapes To Try Right Now

Kayak Adventures—5 Warm-Weather Escapes To Try Right Now

Just because Old Man Winter is rearing his balaclava-covered head, doesn't mean you have to hang up your paddle. From sea kayaking along warm,…
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Paddle Games—3 Fun Games To Play On The Water

Paddle Games—3 Fun Games To Play On The Water

“I Spy”: (“I spy something green, something wet, etc.”) – perhaps make a rule that it can only be something people…
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5 Best Whitewater Day Trips In America

5 Best Whitewater Day Trips In America

Summer is here and now is the best time to enjoy a whitewater adventure with friends and family. Outfitted trips can be found all across the U.S. and…
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Events Near La Grande OR

Mountain Valley Turkey Trot

Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 at 11:00am
La Grande, OR
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Festival of Trees Meeting

Tuesday, Dec 3, 2024 at 12:00pm
Final Cut Pizza
La Grande, OR
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Holiday Music Festival

Sunday, Dec 8, 2024 at 2:30pm
The Vert Auditorium
Pendleton, OR
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Baker County Longbeards, OR

Baker County Longbeards, OR

Saturday, Feb 1, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Baker City, OR
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Wallowa County Ducks Unlimited Banquet

Wallowa County Ducks Unlimited Banquet

Saturday, Feb 15, 2025 at 5:00pm
Cloverleaf Hall
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Pendleton Ducks Unlimited Banquet

Pendleton Ducks Unlimited Banquet

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 5:00pm
Wildhorse Resort and Casino
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