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Bend Local Frequency: Prescribed Burns, Irish Dancing, and Spring Adventures

Bend Local Frequency: Prescribed Burns, Irish Dancing, and Spring Adventures

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Good morning, this is your Bend Local Frequency for Monday, March 23.

Rise and shine, Bend! We're kicking off the week with mild weather perfect for getting out there—expect partly sunny skies today with highs in the lower to mid-60s and light winds easing up by evening, though nights will cool to the mid-30s, so layer up for those post-dinner strolls along the river.[5] But heads up, fire crews from Deschutes National Forest are igniting prescribed burns starting right now about 15 miles southeast near the Camp II OHV staging area, targeting up to 550 acres today in the Flank 5 unit and more through Friday if conditions hold. This smart move clears excess fuel to shield our town from bigger wildfires, though you'll spot smoke drifting visibly from Highway 20 or even here in Bend, possibly settling in valleys overnight—keep windows shut at night, run those air purifiers, and if you're driving through haze, slow down with headlights on and recirculate your cabin air.[1] Some OHV trails like 020, 021, 025, and 028 are closed temporarily for safety, reopening once crews give the all-clear.

Tonight's the night to catch some culture at the Tower Theatre—Rhythm of the Dance takes the stage at 7:30 PM, blending high-energy Irish step dancing with live music that'll have your feet tapping long after the final bow; tickets start around 83 bucks for a steal on great seats, so grab 'em quick if you're craving that rhythmic thrill.[2][4] Feeling adventurous this morning? Dive into Ultimate Scavenger Bend downtown starting at 10 AM, Bend's fave hunt that turns our vibrant streets into a puzzle playground—perfect for visitors or locals hunting clues, laughs, and maybe some prizes while discovering hidden gems on foot.[8]

Mark your calendars for deeper dives into our backyard treasures: the fourth annual Learn About Your Home Waters speaker series launches April 23 at the High Desert Museum, unpacking Deschutes River water use, conservation, fish reintroductions, and habitat wins with experts from the Forest Service, city of Bend, and more—six sessions plus riverside field trips to spots like Wickiup Reservoir for 65 bucks, a fantastic way to grasp how we're safeguarding the flows we paddle and fish every summer.[3][9]

That's your pulse on Bend today—stay safe in the smoke, seize the sunny hours, and connect with what makes our corner of Central Oregon alive. This has been Bend Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.

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