Bend, OR
Music connected to Bend
About Bend
- • Country singer Kami Crawford, known for her heartfelt lyrics, hails from Bend.
- • Improper City, a Denver-based creative workspace, was founded by Bend natives.
- • The Deschutes River's logging industry spurred Bend's initial growth and development.
- • A resident reportedly discovered a woolly mammoth tooth near Bend in 2013.
- • The Great Depression devastated Bend's logging industry, impacting its economy.
- • "Farewell Bend" on the Deschutes led to its 1904 naming; incorporated in 1905.
- • With over 100,000 residents, Bend is now one of Oregon's fastest-growing cities.
- • At 3,623 feet, Bend enjoys sunny days and cool nights due to its high desert location.
- • Tourism and outdoor recreation are now Bend's major economic drivers.
- • Bend feels like a vibrant blend of outdoor adventure and laid-back community.
- • The Portland Trail Blazers, Oregon's NBA team, are the closest major pro team.
- • Mount Bachelor hosted the U.S. Snowboarding Grand Prix, showcasing world-class talent.
