Running Holiday in Oregon, USA

Transfers to/from the Redmond/Bend airport on arrival and departure day

All transportation during the trip: vehicles, fuel and drivers

Five nights accommodation in unique, comfortable, locally-owned B&Bs and lodges (3 nights with a mix of single/double occupancy and 2 nights with double/triple occupancy; available singles will be assigned in the order in which participants register)

Five unique, organized trail runs with flexible distances

Rafting trip on the Willamette River

Experienced Rogue Expeditions trip leaders / run guides

All trail permits & fees

Hot springs visit

All meals beginning with lunch on Day 1 through breakfast on Day 6

Swag

Flight

Alcohol

Travel insurance

Tips

Please fly into Redmond/Bend Airport, where our team will be available to assist you with your pickup.

Food

Home-cooked, catered, and picnics! Your guides and hosts will be planning, preparing and serving meals to the group, and will aim for tasty, healthy & filling. Breakfasts will feature plenty of options so that everyone finds something they want, including things such as fresh fruit, oatmeal, yogurt, eggs and always plenty of coffee. Lunches will be post-run picnic style - sandwiches, fruit, salty and sweet snacks, etc. Dinners are generally family-style and will always feature plenty of healthy, fresh, delicious food - we’ll try local restaurants, enjoy home-grown specialties prepared by one of our B&B hosts and be treated to an on-site chef whose campfire cooking will rank amongst some of your best meals ever. We can accommodate most dietary restrictions (vegetarian, vegan, gluten or dairy-free, etc), but if you have a combination of requirements we recommend that you get in touch first to make sure that this trip is a good fit for you.

Accommodation

We will stay at three unique properties during this trip, each one intimate and welcoming in a way that only locally-owned lodges can be. The first is involves an assortment of cozy cabins and lodge rooms in the Crooked River Canyon, where your door will open to sweeping canyon views and that magical high desert light. Rooms here are spacious double occupancy suites with a limited number of single cabins; we will assign rooms as registrations are received.

The second is a charming bed and breakfast located in a tiny town called Westfir, where you can kick back on the patio, listen to the river and gaze straight up at steep, forested slopes of the Cascades. We will have the whole place to ourselves and most people will have their own room here (available singles will be assigned in the order in which you register).

The trip finishes at a lodge nestled in the old growth forest near the magical McKenzie River where the group will share a sprawling, light-filled mountain home with tons of gathering space both indoors and out. The spacious suites will all be shared, with 2-3 people per room (each room has its own bathroom).

With each place you can expect mountain-rustic design, locally-owned hospitality and right-at-home comfort!

Expect chilly mornings/evenings and mild days, making layers a key component. A couple of running outfits, shoes (bring trail shoes!), a hat, a swimsuit, flipflops, some “regular” clothes for the evening and a warm jacket should cover the clothing component. A hydration pack or hydration belt (with multiple bottles) is required. You’ll probably want a camera. You’ll receive a detailed packing list as soon as you register!

Running Requirements
All levels welcome! Daily run maximums are listed on the itinerary and there are no minimums, time restrictions nor trail running experience required, though we strongly encourage everyone to prepare for a 8-10 mile trail run for the best experience. Those who want more distance will have opportunities to add on.

Travel Requirements
We will pick up participants at the Bend/Redmond airport (RDM) between 12-1pm on arrival day. If you arrive early or choose to drive from Portland we can arrange to pick you up elsewhere in the Bend/Redmond area; get in touch with us to discuss the possibilities!

Flights out on the final day should be no earlier than 1:00 PM, and we will take you to the Bend/Redmond airport. If you would like to extend your stay to explore the area around Bend, we are happy to drop you off anywhere in town at the end of the trip (and we’ll give you all of our local recommendations too!)

Please note that travel insurance is strongly recommended. Although we hope you never need it, we've seen enough to know that it can be a lifesaver in the event of a medical emergency, flight delays that cause you to miss the start of the trip, lost baggage or cancellation on your part (broke your leg two weeks before departure? Insurance could cover the entire cost of your trip!).

"From first pickup to drop-off, this was a dream of a stress-free week with every detail planned in Oregon.

As a planner I never thought I could go on a trip where someone else takes over all the details, but it was fabulous decision. Many of the small areas you stay in could not be arranged without help or knowing a local. Transportation, runs, food, beverages, and local activities were perfect!

We had several couples and several singles but the group was a perfect fit. How could a bunch of people who like to run go on a vacation and not be best friends by the end? I loved seeing parts of Oregon I never would of found on my own!"

- Alyson B.

We know that life happens, and on occasion a participant will have to back out of a trip. As most of our costs are paid well in advance, we have set a cancellation policy that applies to all trips. You should obtain travel insurance to cover potential cancellations on your part.

If you cancel:

Within 30 days of signup (but more than 90 days from departure): Full refund

90+ days from the trip start date (but after the 30 day grace period): Deposits are non-refundable

61-90 days from the trip start date: 50% of total payment refunded**

60 days or less from the trip start date: No refunds

*If you register using a transfer credit, you may transfer again without penalty within 30 days of signup but will not be eligible for a refund

Deposit
You are required to pay a deposit of $600USD per person per trip for your booking to be confirmed. This deposit is fully refundable for 30 days after which point it is non-refundable. If your booking is made within 90 days of departure then the full amount is due at the time of booking and the 30 day full refund offer does not apply; you will be refunded 50% of your total payment if you cancel between 61-90 days from departure. Please note that trip transfer credit is not redeemable for cash; if you use a credit to pay your deposit then you may transfer to another trip without penalty for the first 30 days, but you cannot receive a refund.

Final Payments
Payment of the balance of the trip price is due 90 days before the departure date. Though we will make every attempt to remind you of the due date, if this balance is not paid on or before the due date we reserve the right to treat your booking as cancelled.

Passport and Visas
You must carry a valid passport and obtain all of the appropriate visas, permits and certificates for the countries which you will visit during your trip. Your passport must be valid for 6 months beyond the duration of the trip, or for the length of time specified by your country. We are not responsible if you are refused entry to a country because you lack the correct passport, visa or other travel documentation.

There will be a minimum of 7 and a maximum of 9 runners for each trip. Please do not book flights until you receive the go-ahead from us; group communication begins 4 months out.

Spots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis, so early deposits are recommended!