Outdoor Recreation

Outdoor recreation in Central Oregon is full of adventure and risk. Even the most experienced adventurers have been caught off guard here by sudden weather changes or unexpected injuries.

Whether it's an overnight in the wilderness or a hike off the beaten path, the outdoors can be unforgiving. A few simple precautions could save your life.

Plan
Ahead

Don't assume the worst can't happen to you! Learn the area. Know your limits. Check the conditions. Share your plans.

Plan Your Trip

Check Conditions

First Aid Training

Take the
Essentials

Best to overprepare! Your survival kit should match the season, contain important essentials, and be sized to each individual.

Ten+ Essentials

Be GPS
Competent

Don't rely on cell service in every area here! If you carry GPS on your adventure, know how to use it before you start.

GPS Skills

Be
'Findable'

If you do get lost or disoriented, making good decisions in the moment will help save your life. Follow recommended guidelines.

Guidelines