Central Oregon Nordic Club upcoming events

Friday Snowshoe/Snowboot: Potato Hill (17 Apr 2026)

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

A foot of snow is predicted at Santiam Pass on Wed/Thurs, followed by sunshine on Friday, so it's a fine opportunity to enjoy fresh snow again and take in the beautiful views from the top of Potato Hill. There are two options for this trip: A 4 mile out & back to Potato Hill or a 7.4 mile loop. We will probably opt for the 4-mile option, but the group can decide at the time based on conditions, etc... There is considerable elevation gain, but it is gradual and provides great views.

Distance: 4 miles out to Potato Hill and back (possibly a 7.4 mile loop). Plan on spending 6 hours, including drive time to/from the trailhead.

Elevation Gain: 1,100 feet.

Difficulty Level: Moderate. Could be harder if we have to break trail.

What to Bring: If possible, please bring both snowshoes and waterproof boots (and yak-traks and gaiters if you have them). Then we can decide at the trailhead what footwear to go with. Summer ten essentials, water, snack/lunch, and hiking poles. Dogs are not allowed on this hike.

Number of Hikers: 10

Carpooling: Carpooling can be arranged at the meeting place. It is a 45-minute drive to the trailhead. If you ride with someone, please contribute for the parking fee and gas fund.

Meeting Time/Place: 9:00 am. Meet at the parking lot between Petsmart and Ashley Furniture in Cascade Center. Petsmart is located at 63455 N. Hwy 97, Bend, 97701, right off of NW Robal Ln and across from Costco. Trip leader will be driving a brown Ford truck.

Hikers coming from Redmond or Sisters can meet us at the Village Green Park in Sisters, next to the bathrooms (along S Fir St). Please let John Stephenson know if you intend to meet the group there.

Contact: John Stephenson (541) 968-3091

Hollywood Ridge (19 Apr 2026)

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

We will hike on the Hollywood Trail, which starts at the rim of the Crooked River at the south end of Crooked River Ranch. The trail is an easy to moderate hike on a former road used for irrigation equipment and for film sets in the 1950's. Very scenic. Should be some early spring flowers.

Distance: 3-4 mile out-and-back hike. Plan on spending 5-6 hours including drive time to/from the trailhead.

Elevation gain/loss: 400-500 feet of loss to the river

What to bring: Ten essentials, water, snack/lunch, and proper footwear (no tennis shoes or sandals). Dogs are not allowed on this hike.

Difficulty level: Moderate.

Number of hikers: 16 hikers including the leader.

Carpooling: Carpooling can be arranged at the meeting place. If you ride with someone, please donate to their gas fund.

Meeting place: The Grove in NW Crossing: 921 NW Mount Washington Drive, Bend. We'll grab a table in the general seating area, near Thump. Come early to grab a coffee and chat with others before we arrange carpools. Be prepared to leave by 9:00 am sharp. Hikers could also meet at 10:15 near the trailhead at the parking lot across the road from the Ranch Chapel, 5060 Club House Road, Crooked River Ranch. Be sure to contact John before the hike if you want to use this option.

Contact: John Stockham, 541-420-6107

Spring Fling (6 May 2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Central Oregon Nordic Club's Spring Fling

Come join the fun in celebrating the end of a (not the most) exciting winter season and the beginning of what looks to be a great hiking one. On Wednesday, May 6th from 4:30-6:30 pm, we will be gathering in Aspen Hall, located in Shevlin Park (18920 NW Shevlin Park Rd, Bend, OR 97701).

This is a potluck style event. However, sandwiches will be provided by the Club. If you are willing to provide additional food items, please bring any of the following: appetizer, salad, side dish, or dessert.

This will be a "bring your own beverage" event.

Registration is required.

Can't wait to see you there!

Practice Event (1 Apr 2027)

Thu, 01 Apr 2027 17:00:00 GMT

This event exists solely for people to practice registering for and cancelling from an event, either through the website or the apps.