oregon senior games program and guide | june 2015

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YOUR GUIDE TO

THE GAMES 2015

JUNE 16 -21TH ST

OREGONSENIOR GAMES

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DEAR OREGON SENIOR GAMES PARTICIPANTS,On behalf of the City of Bend, Visit Bend, and the entire community, we are looking forward

to hosting you in Bend, Oregon. The town is already buzzing in anticipation of your arrival,

and we’re eager to exceed your expectations as a participant in the 2015 Oregon Senior Games.

In addition to the information in the program, you can learn more about Bend and the Oregon

Senior Games by visiting us at VISITBEND.COM, following us on Twitter at @VISITBENDOR and

joining our vibrant and active VISIT BEND FACEBOOK COMMUNITY. If you’d like to talk to one of

our Bend experts, call us anytime at 1-877-245-8484.

Thanks again for choosing to visit Bend.

Sincerely,

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Visit Bend

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WELCOME TO BEND OREGON

OREGON SENIOR GAMES OVERVIEW

BEND 101

YOUR GAME PLAN

EVENT SCHEDULE & MAP

EVENT OVERVIEWS

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As a participant in the 2015 Oregon Senior Games, presented by HUMANA, you will be able to mix and mingle to your heart’s content at the parties and wel-come events. You can also compete in your event(s) of choice, all on the sun-drenched flanks of some of the most breathtaking volcanoes in the Cascade Range.

The Oregon Senior Games are sanctioned by the National Senior Games Association, and are open to competitors ages 50 and older. While athletes from all over Oregon journey to beautiful Bend to compete, the games are open to participants from anywhere else in the world. What a great opportunity to plan a vacation in the sunny mountain oasis of Bend! With 16 different events to choose from, almost anyone can find a sport to train for in 2015. To learn more about the National Senior Games Association visit NSGA.COM

VISITBEND.COM is your source for all things Bend while you are in town for the Games. You can find everything from dining tips to hiking suggestions and enough information on Bend’s craft brew scene to make you want to get out and explore the Bend Ale Trail.

For updates and news surrounding the 2015 Oregon Senior Games, be sure to “Like” the Oregon Senior Games on Facebook.

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Whether you know Bend, Oregon, for its reputation as the outdoor playground of the West, or you have a tough time locating the place on a map, we promise you’ll be spellbound by the host city for the Oregon Senior Games.

Nestled in the mountainous high desert of Central Ore-gon, Bend is home to endless blue skies, a cornucopia of lakes, mountains, and rivers, and more than 300 days of sunshine a year.

Want to enjoy hiking, biking, or kayaking? Bend has that in spades. Seeking cozy boutiques for shopping and an abundance of award-winning restaurants? Bend has that, too. From craft breweries to scenic vistas to chic public art collections, Bend has something to please the eyes and palates of just about everyone.

To learn more about making the most of your time in Bend, explore VISITBEND.COM.

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So you’re visiting Bend, Oregon. Congratulations! We’ll keep it quiet so your friends don’t get jealous.

Need more info about the Oregon Senior Games? Check out the event page at OREGONSENIORGAMES.COM or visit the OREGON SENIOR GAMES FACEBOOK page for up-to-the-minute updates during the event.

Want help finding your lodging or planning fun excursions to hike, bike, paddle, shop, or sip your way around the city? You’ll find tons of ideas at VISITBEND.COM.

Got a question only a human can answer? Email our event team at [email protected] for a speedy response. Once you’ve arrived in town, stop by the Bend Vis-itor Center at the corner of Lava and Oregon Avenue in Downtown Bend. Not only is this the event headquarters for the Oregon Senior Games, but our friendly Bend experts will be happy to point you in the right direction for dining, lodging, and activities during your stay.

Feeling social media savvy? The VISIT BEND FACEBOOK page and the BEND BUZZ BLOG on VISITBEND.COM are great sources of up-to-the-minute info about what to see and do while you’re here. Tune into the OREGON SENIOR GAMES FACEBOOK page for event updates.

But no matter how you choose to reach out to us, we hope you’ll feel as welcome as you would if we pulled you in for a warm welcome-to-Bend hug.

YOURGAME PLAN

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EVENTSCHEDULE

5K RUN/RACE WALK WHEN: 7:30 A.M. WHERE: SUMMIT HIGH

PICKLEBALL WHEN: 8 A.M.

WHERE: PINE NURSERY PARK

BADMINTON WHEN: 9 A.M.

WHERE: cascade middle school

TABLE TENNIS WHEN: 9 A.M.

WHERE: Boys & Girls Club

SOFTBALL WHEN: 9 A.M.

WHERE: HIGH DESERT PARK, REDMOND

COWBOY ACTION SHOOTING

WHEN: 9 A.M. WHERE: COSSA

RACQUETBALL WHEN: 10 A.M.

WHERE: ATHLETIC CLUB OF BEND

SHUFFLEBOARD WHEN: 8:30 A.M.

WHERE: Old Mill District

ARCHERY WHEN: 10 A.M. WHERE: BIG SKY

TRACK AND FIELD WHEN: 10 A.M.

WHERE: SUMMIT HIGH

BOWLING WHEN: 10:30 A.M.

WHERE: LAVA LANES

SWIMMING WHEN: 1 P.M.

WHERE: JUNIPER SWIM & FITNESS

OVER THE LINE WHEN: 5 P.M.

WHERE: RIVERBEND PARK

OREGON SENIOR GAMES PARTY AND

AWARDS WHEN: 5 P.M.

WHERE: RIVERBEND PARK



SOFTBALL WHEN: 9 A.M.

WHERE: HIGH DESERT PARK, REDMOND

BOWLING WHEN: 10:30 A.M.

WHERE: LAVA LANES

CYCLING > bend don’t brake race WHEN: 8:30 A.M.

WHERE: bend road dept. facility

TENNISWHEN: TBD A.M. WHERE: SUMMIT HIGH

PACKET PICK-UP WHEN: 4-8 P.M.

WHERE: VISIT BEND

TENNISWHEN: TBD A.M. WHERE: SUMMIT HIGH

GOLF WHEN: 9 A.M. WHERE: BRASADA RANCH

ARCHERY (PRACTICE) WHEN: 12 P.M.

WHERE: BIG SKY

TENNIS WHEN: TBD WHERE: SUMMIT HIGH

CASINO NIGHT OUT WHEN: 5-9 P.M.

WHERE: INDIAN HEAD CASINO, WARM SPRINGS



SHUFFLEBOARD WHEN: 8:30 A.M.

WHERE: Old Mill District

ARCHERY WHEN: 10 A.M.

WHERE: BIG SKY PARK

BOWLING WHEN: 12:30-7 P.M.

WHERE: LAVA LANES

GOLF WHEN: 1 P.M. WHERE: BROKEN TOP GOLF CLUB

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SATURDAY, MAY 23

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17

THURSDAY, JUNE 18

FRIDAY, JUNE 19

SATURDAY, JUNE 20

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SOFTBALLWHEN: JUNE 20 - 21 - $275 PER TEAM

WHERE: HIGH DESERT SPORTS COMPLEX > 1859 NE MAPLE AVE. REDMOND

hosted by: BEND SENIOR SOFTBALL - [email protected]

The softball tournament will be played at the High Desert Sports Complex in Redmond and will

feature teams from all over the region. The tournament will be broken down into the following

age categories: 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 & 70+ years of age. If you have never had the luxury

of playing softball in the breathtaking high desert of Central Oregon, you’re missing out.

Stunning vistas and great facilities await you!

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OVER THE LINE (exhibition)WHEN: JUNE 20 - $20 PER PLAYER

WHERE: RIVERBEND PARK > 799 SW COLUMBIA ST. BEND

hosted by: PHIL MCCAGE - [email protected]

Over the line is a bat and ball game that excludes the need to run the bases. It ’s a wonderful

team sport pitting three-person teams against each other with a focus on placement hitting

rather than power. Riverbend park will provide the perfect backdrop for

the Oregon Senior Games OTL tournament. This event will happen in

conjunction with the OSG Saturday night party and awards ceremony.

CABELLA’S ARCHERY SHOOTWHEN: JUNE 18 (PRACTICE) // COMPETITION 19+20 - $20 PER ARCHER

WHERE: BIG SKY PARK > 21690 NEFF RD. BEND

HOSTED BY: BEND BOWMAN/TOP PIN [email protected]

Sunny skies and calm winds offer a perfect setting for the archery

competition at the Oregon Senior Games. The Bend Bowman Club and Top

Pin Archery have extensive experience putting on archery shoots, and you

can expect another world-class event from them. Sign up today to put

your skills to the test.

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BROKEN TOP MOUTAINGO HERE!

Got a little room in that suitcase for a memento

of Bend? Browse eclectic boutiques and art galleries in historic Downtown

Bend with a side trip through scenic

Drake Park.

Then, hit Bend’s riverfront Old Mill

District to fill those shopping bags with

loot from major retailers and local

artisans.

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BADMINTONWHEN: JUNE 20 - $15 FIRST EVENT AND $10 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL

WHERE: CASCADE MIDDLE SCHOOL > 19619 MOUNTAINEER WAY. BEND

hosted by: RALPH CERVANTES AND THE PORTLAND BADMINTON CLUB

- RC@PORTLANDBADMINTON>COM

Oregon has a rich history in badminton, and now it ’s coming to the high desert of Bend,

Oregon. Ralph Cervantes, owner/founder of the Portland Badminton Club, puts on a terrific

show with each tournament he hosts. This, coupled with an outstanding venue at Cascade Mid-

dle School, guarantees you’ll have a great time facing some stiff competition.

CYCLING > BEND DON’T BRAKE RACEWHEN: MAY 23 - $35 PER RACER

WHERE: BEND ROAD DEPT. FACILITY > 61150 SE 27th ST. bend

hosted by: BEND DON’T BRAKE ROAD RACE - [email protected]

The Oregon Senior Games would not be complete without a bike race in Bike Town USA! The

10-mile circuit course will take you on spellbindingly scenic roads east of Bend that provide

magnificent views of the Cascade Mountains to the west.

Whether you’re craving a quick, casual bite, or a special meal to celebrate your

victory, Bend offers a bounty of divine

dining options. Check out our

restaurant listings at visitbend.com. For insider tips on

everything from happy hour to

Bend’s best bacon, check the “dining & drinking” category

on the Bend Buzz Blog at

visitbend.com.

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TENNISWHEN: JUNE 16-18 - $15 FIRST EVENT AND $5 EACH ADDITIONAL EVENT

WHERE: SUMMIT HIGH SCHOOL > 2855 NW CLEARWATER DR. BEND

HOSRED BY: KEVIN COLLIER - [email protected]

Summit High School provides some of the nicest courts, making it ideal venue for the Oregon

Senior Games. Dry mountain air, blue skies, and incredible vistas make Bend one of the great

places to compete.

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TABLE TENNISWHEN: JUNE 20 - $10 FIRST EVENT AND $5 EACH ADDITIONAL EVENT

WHERE: BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF CENTRAL OREGON > 500 NW WALL ST. BEND

HOSTED BY: BEND TABLE TENNIS CLUB - [email protected]

Table tennis is a game of skill and accuracy, keeping the mind fresh and the feet nimble. The

Oregon Senior Games will bring together some of the most skilled table tennis players in the

Northwest. The venue is in the heart of downtown Bend, giving you a plethora of things to do

when you’re not at the table.

RACQUETBALLWHEN: JUNE 20 - $30 PER EVENT

WHERE: ATHLETIC CLUB OF BEND > 61615 ATHLETIC CLUB DR. BEND

HOSTED BY: ATHLETIC CLUB OF BEND - [email protected]

The Athletic Club of Bend is a fantastic facility on the southwest side of

Bend with on-site food and beverages. This tournament is going to be

a jewel of the Oregon Senior Games for years to come, so lace up your

court shoes, clean off your goggles, make sure your strings are in good

shape, and get ready for some great competition.

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Bend’s public art has been honored as one of the best

displays in the nation, so why not check it out while you’re here? Take a spin around the Roundabout Art

Route with a tour from the Bend Tour Company, or enjoy

a leisurely stroll through Downtown Bend to enjoy the Tin Pan Alley art

collection.

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GOLFWHEN: JUNE 18-19 - 36-HOLES $210 PER PLAYER

WHERE: BRASADA RANCH > 16986 SW BRASADA RANCH RD. POWELL BUTTE

WHERE: BROKEN TOP GOLF CLUB > 62000 BROKEN TOP DR. BEND

HOSTED BY: STEVE LARSON - [email protected]

Two courses + 36 holes = one amazing golf opportunity in Bend. And that’s just the tip of the

iceberg when it comes to the embarrassment of riches Bend offers for golfers. Brasada Ranch

Canyons and Broken Top are two of the primo courses among more than two dozen available in

Central Oregon, and we’re confident you’ll love the challenge and scenery they provide. Both

golf events will be a shotgun start each morning.

PICKLEBALLWHEN: JUNE 19-21 - $15 FIRST EVENT AND $5 EACH ADDITIONAL EVENT

WHERE: PINE NURSERY PARK > 3750 NE PURCELL BLVD. BEND

HOSTED BY: BEND PICKLEBALL CLUB - [email protected]

Pickleball has become one of the most popular sports in the Northwest, and Bend is a hotbed

with its new state-of-the-art sixteen-court pickleball facility at Pine Nursery Park. Friday will see

men’s doubles and women’s singles. Saturday will be women’s doubles and men’s singles, and

Sunday will be mixed doubles. Don’t miss out on your chance to play at a world-class pickleball

facility at the second annual Oregon Senior Games.

TRACK AND FIELDWHEN: JUNE 20 - $15 FIRST EVENT AND $5 EACH ADDITIONAL EVENT


HOSTED BY: SUMMIT TRACK CLUB - [email protected]

The track & field meet will be held at Summit High School. The

Summit High track & field complex is one of the premier facilities in

the nation, with a state-of-the-art Mondo Track. Athletes will

compete in 50m, 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, shot put,

discus, javelin, triple jump, long jump, high jump,

and pole vault. This meet will run in conjunction with a USATF Junior

Olympic development meet.

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Whether you’re celebrating a win or drowning your sorrows, there’s a craft beer with your name on it along the Bend

Ale Trail. Hit the stops on a guided

tour from the Bend Brew Bus, or try a super-unique out-ing with CyclePub (a bike-bar hybrid)

or Cowboy Carriage (a horse-drawn

wagon filled with hay bales).

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TIME FOR A TOAST

SWIMMINGWHEN: JUNE 20 - $5 PER EVENT WITH 6 EVENT MAXIMUM

WHERE: JUNIPER SWIM AND FITNESS CENTER > 800 NE 6TH ST. BEND

HOSTED BY: CENTRAL OREGON MASTERS AQUATICS - [email protected]

Central Oregon Masters Aquatics is a group well-respected for organizing top-notch swim

meets, and we’re sure you’ll notice their commitment to putting on an excellent event. There

will be an hour of warm-up swim time prior to competition for you to get acquainted with

Juniper Swim & Fitness Center.

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BOWLINGWHEN: JUNE 19-21 - $10 PER EVENT

WHERE: LAVA LANES > 1555 NE FORBES RD. BEND

HOSTED BY: JEFF FOX - [email protected]

The bowling portion of the Oregon Senior Games will take place at Lava Lanes Bowling Center

in the shadow of Pilot Butte—one of only a handful of dormant volcanoes located in U.S. cities.

Any event can be bowled at any squad time (squad times can be viewed

at oregonseniorgames.com). There will be both a handicap and scratch

tournament.

SHUFFLEBOARD WHEN: JUNE 19-20 - $8 PER EVENT

WHERE: Old mill district > 330 SW Powerhouse Drive. BEND

hosted by: ROB ROBINSON - [email protected]

The shuffleboard competition will take place in Bend’s Old Mill District on

Friday and Saturday. This is one of two events hosted near some of the

best hiking in the Old Mill District, with beautiful riverside trails and views

of the Cascade mountains. We’re proud to showcase this venue for

shuffleboard.

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With hundreds of acres of pristine forest and more hiking trails than you can shake a stick at, Bend’s

great outdoors is calling your name. Take a quick hike up Pilot Butte for

stellar views of the city from atop this 500-foot dormant

volcano. Got a little extra time? Plan an adventure at Tum-alo Falls or Smith Rock, and don’t

forget the camera!

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CABELLA’S COWBOY ACTION SHOOTING (EXHIBITION)WHEN: JUNE 20 - $20 PER EVENT

WHERE: COSSA SHOOTING RANGE > SEE DIRECTIONS BELOW. EAST OF BEND

HOSTED BY: HORSE RIDGE PISTOLEROS - [email protected]

Make sure your belt buckle is polished before heading out to the COSSA range about 30

minutes east of Bend on Hwy 20. Travel Hwy 20 east of Bend heading toward Burns. Assuming

you’re traveling east, the turn off to the range is immediately following milepost #24. Turn left

(north) off Hwy 20 and cross a cattle guard onto BLM land. Travel up the road a short distance

and then turn right (east) and enter through the COSSA gate.

NOTE: If you’re traveling east out of Bend on Hwy. 20 and reach a gas stop located in Millican,

you’ve gone too far! The range is located on the north side of Hwy 20. There is a small street

type sign on the right side (south) of Hwy 20 past milepost #24. Cowboy Action Shooting is an

exhibition event at the Oregon Senior Games.

5K RUN/RACE WALK WHEN: JUNE 20 - $20 PER RACER


hosted by: SUMMIT TRACK CLUB - [email protected]

The 5K Road Race will start and finish on the track at Summit High School

in Bend. Athletes will wind through roads and trails surrounded by

nature’s beauty. The walk will take place solely on the track.

RUNNERS START: 7:30 A.M.RACE WALKERS START: 8:30 A.M.

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If you have an extra day built into

your Bend itiner-ary, don’t miss the

chance to visit Crater Lake

National Park just two hours away.

Formed in the cen-ter of an ancient volcano, the lake is the deepest in

North America, and so brilliantly blue,

you’ll stand on the rim blinking in

amazement.

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Bend has 16 (and counting) world-class craft breweries on the official

Bend Ale Trail™, and with your Atlas and Passport, you can track your

route to all of them. Collect stamps from each brewery on the trail, then

stop by the Bend Visitor Center to snag your prize—a one-of-a-kind

Bend Ale Trail Silipint. Pick up your Atlas and Passport at the Bend Visitor

Center in downtown or at the kiosk in participating breweries.

Download the free Bend Ale Trail iPhone® iPad® or Android® app to guide

you, find a guided tour, test your beer knowledge, and even stamp your

virtual passport. You can find it at BendAleTrail.com, iTunes® and

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