Bend was originally called Farewell Bend because it was here that travelers over the pioneer roads had their last view of the river.
Bend is almost at the geographic center of Oregon. It is the most populated city in central Oregon. To the east of Bend is high desert vegetation and to the west are U.S. Forest Service lands. Recreational activities include mountain biking, hiking, rafting, golfing, fishing, rock climbing, camping, downhill and cross country skiing, snowmobiling and sightseeing. In 2005, Bend was the sixth fastest growing city in the nation.
This category is for websites about information and organizations pertaining to arts and entertainment that are based in or related to Bend.
Topics for this category include architecture, art, dance, music, photography, theater, performing arts venues, museums, galleries, libraries, movies, cultural events, institutions, entertainment activities, and organizations.
NOTE: When the technical or commercial aspect is seen to overshadow the creative side, as with recording studios, production companies, and stores selling recorded music or cameras, the sites are listed in Business and Economy instead.
This category is for websites about business and economic activities that are based in or related to Bend.
This category is for websites about business and economic activities that are based in or related to Bend.
Topics for this category include companies, business organizations, and industries based in or related to Bend. Also included are related sites, such as professional or trade organizations, business directories, and industry profiles, as long as they are directed exclusively to the business and economic activities of Bend''s geographic area.
This category is for websites about education and educational institutions that are based in or related to Bend.
Topics for this category include educational institutions, programs, opportunities, alumni and reunion groups as well as other location-specific educational resources.
NOTE: Submit websites such as martial arts education to Recreation and Sports, and websites such as dance and music education to Arts and Entertainment.
This category is for websites about health-related information, institutions, and organizations that are based in or related to Bend.
Topics for this category include hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, physicians, dentists, opticians, chiropractors, psychologists, counselors, emergency services, and providers
of alternative medicine services.
Also includes organizations focused on specific conditions and diseases, as well as providers of living accommodations for those with health-related conditions.
This category is for websites about information and organizations pertaining to news and media that are based in or related to Bend.
Topics for this category include newspapers, magazines, e-zines, radio, and television sites with a physical presence in; or whose main focus is specific to Bend.
NOTE: Please submit media outlets to the one locality most suitable to either its physical location, or the locality which is specifically its main focus.
This category is for websites about information and organizations pertaining to recreation and sports that are based in or related to Bend.
Topics for this category include local activities such as baseball, basketball, bicycling, birding, boating, camping, crafts, fishing, football, gambling, golf, hunting, martial arts, scouting, skiing and soccer as well as hobbies such as games and model trains.
NOTE: Submit commercial sites such as sporting goods stores to the appropriate subcategory of Business and Economy when available. Compare existing listings for best results.
This category is for websites about information and organizations pertaining to the history and composition of the people of Bend.
Topics for this category include clubs, lodges, reunions, women, men, seniors, youth, activism, alternative sexuality, social-service organizations, disability resources, religion, history, personal pages, activism, animal welfare, politics, folklore, human rights, labor, genealogy, and various sub-groups of the population.
This category is for websites about information and organizations pertaining to visitor attractions that are based in or related to Bend.
Topics for this category include tourist attractions, parks, travel guides, travel agents, tour operators, and lodging accommodations such as hotels, motels, resorts, inns, and vacation rentals for those visiting Bend.
NOTE: Each lodging facility will receive only ONE listing.
Weather is the state of the atmosphere at a given time and place, with respect to variables such as temperature, moisture, wind velocity, and barometric pressure.
This category is for all weather-related sites that are based in or related to Bend.
Topics for this category include allergy and smog alerts, disaster warnings, and ultraviolet forecasts.