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    Bend Whitewater Park

    4.0 (6 reviews)

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    Jacques I.

    Okay, the plan is to come back sometime in the summer when the temps are hawt because I really wanna go floating along the Deschutes River and Bend Whitewater Park is a place to do it from. The charm of Bend is the Deschutes River that runs through town and seems like the best activity to do in the summer here is float down the river. We were walking around the Old Mill District of Bend after a late lunch and spotted Bend Whitewater Park around this area, which was a perfect place for where people could float. I guess if you're in a town where there's a major river that runs through it, you have to have signs on the proper uses and how-tos for floating down said river, which is what you'll find at this park, a large sign that explains when, how and where to float. One of the accessways is blocked off for people, as this is used for salmon recovery, but the other accessway is for recreational use. The park also had some green space, a hose area to wash off from and was bike friendly. It's also near a neighborhood, so street parking is abundant. I definitely will plan to check this out when visiting in the summer, prime season for getting in the water.

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    Roger M.

    Hang 10 in Bend! Surfers get some white water to play in. Surf, beach it or float on a tube! Whitewater is calling! Come play! Get wet! In the Deschutes River.

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    Camp Fire Central Oregon

    4.2(6 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    My son attended Camp Tumalo's day camp in June 2025 and had a fantastic experience. We've done…read moreseveral Camp Fire programs across the region, and this was one of the best-run camps we've seen. The setting is absolutely beautiful, right along the river, peaceful and scenic, yet just a short drive from Bend with easy parking and access. What really stood out was the communication and openness. Each day, I was able to chat briefly with the counselors at drop-off and pickup. They were warm, engaged, and clearly loved working with the kids. We also received daily emails with thoughtful recaps and great photos, which really helped us feel connected to what our son was doing. Each group had its own focus depending on the team lead. Our son's group leaned into outdoor adventure, and he came home excited to teach us new outdoor skills he learned that week. Other groups seemed more craft-focused, so there is room for different interests. They also offer a one-night overnight for 4th graders, which was a perfect transitional experience for my son. It offered just the right balance of independence and support. I would recommend this camp to any parent. It is well-organized, parent-friendly, and clearly puts a lot of care into creating meaningful experiences for kids.

    I've been involved with Camp Fire Central Oregon as a board member for two years now and have been…read morereally impressed with their programs and their teams. I've seen Beth, Kecia, Mary, and the rest of the team in action and am truly moved by how much they care about the kids, teens, and adults they work with. Their programs help kids and teens gain confidence and learn social skills that they can put to use outside of the programs. It is one of Bend's most impactful non-profits that not enough people know about.

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    OOA Gymnastics

    2.3(3 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    The gym is under new ownership, and the new owners are fantastic. They are approachable and…read morewelcoming and truly care about the girls on their team. They offer appropriate coaching to athlete ratios to ensure the athletes get the attention to detail that is so important in competitive gymnastics.

    I cannot speak to the quality of gym but we had an unfortunate experience with their staff and…read moreowner regarding a summer camp. We had to miss a week of KIDS summer camp at the last minute so my children could see their grandparents, who they don't see often. They refused to issue a refund and cited their ridiculous cancellation policy more times that necessary...it's a childrens gymnastics facility, but they feel their tuition is on par with college tuition and once paid, cannot be refunded. They did offer to let us use the money as credit towards classes, but we aren't able to make any of them work, leaving us essentially out of luck. ANY program that works for kids should have compassion and empathy, especially when it comes to family. The fact that they're clinging on to our $144 over this matter baffles us, and we will not be returning or recommending them. Again, I can't comment on the actual gymnastics program, just beware before you sign up...there is zero flexibility with their "refund policy" and the lack of compassion is concerning.

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    Obsidian Education - No traditional cooking classes here! We create food that is not only nourishing and delicious, but supports a sustainable planet.

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    5.0(2 reviews)
    4.9 mi

    Ashley is exactly the kind of person you want your child's mind to be around. She gets it! I am so…read moreexcited that she is a resource available to us as my family is now living in Bend after a move from Portland! Her kids camp agenda is full of incredible and thoughtful planning and I truly believe she is going to change the world by cultivating a love of learning and self in minds of our future. From meditation and mindfulness tips and tricks, tutoring sessions from a teacher herself, and starting a love affair with food and nutrition... I kind of wish that I was a kid again so I could take part in this stuff. ;)

    Ashley's cooking classes for kids are absolutely wonderful- not only do the kids learn delicious,…read morehealthy recipes, they learn so much about making healthy food choices and how to recognize strong vs weak foods in their everyday lives. I took my best friend's 8-year-old to class all summer and he loved learning kitchen techniques and sharing his creations and knowledge with us when he got home. Ashley is a wonderful, inspiring teacher dedicated to equipping kids with practical skills for making good choices- we need more people like her in this world! I would highly recommend these classes to anyone whose child is interested in food and cooking. You can be assured everything they make is healthy, easy to do at home and the classes are also accommodating to kids with allergies to gluten/dairy etc which is a huge plus.

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