Secret Bend, Oregon: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure - by Joshua Savage (Paperback)

About the Book

Oregon, the final frontier. Early in our nation's history, the land west of the Mississippi River was unmapped and unexplored. Only the local indigenous peoples were familiar with the mysterious Pacific Northwest. The states we know as Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and parts of Wyoming and Montana were part of the vast Oregon Territory. The history of the current Central Oregon region is filled with popular tales of Native Americans, fur trappers, sheepherders, cattlemen, homesteaders, railroads, lumber mills, and most recently, recreation. The lesser known but equally intriguing stories talk of ghost towns, mining, moonshine, cults, and everything in between. Secret Bend, Oregon: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure weaves together these tales from the past with stories from the present. It delves deeper into history and local peculiarities to uncover why the region is so fascinating. From natural beauty to the origins of our towns, from pristine lakes to colorful alley art, and from fantasy Hobbit houses to astronaut training, the unique narrative of Central Oregon is enthusiastically shared in this book. Both educational and entertaining, locals and visitors who read Secret Bend, Oregon will walk away with a greater understanding and deeper appreciation for the area. They will also have many new places to explore!

About the Author

Joshua Savage is an avid traveler, writer, and educator who turned his passions into a fulltime lifestyle. Originally a native of the South, he, his wife, and his two daughters sold their possessions and began traveling the world. When they landed in Bend, Oregon, they immediately fell in love with the Pacific Northwest and made it home. With many new things to learn and endless natural beauty to explore, Joshua is always on the hunt for new adventures. He has written two fiction novels, two children's books, tons of short stories and two editions of the popular travel guide 100 Things to Do in Bend, Oregon Before You Die. He freelances for multiple magazines, newspapers, and other publications. Josh also teaches Spanish and writing courses. Many of his writings and adventures can be found at the Ultimate Scavenger on Medium.com.