Activities include a fun run, parade, BBQ, climbing wall, music and games. If you haven't made plans already, join us at the Ranch for a long weekend over 4th.

Fun Run & Walk

The day starts off with a Fun Run & Walk around the Big Meadow (or to the Clubhouse for kids route.) Call 541-595-1282 for details or check our Registration form. The event is FREE. Tee shirts commemorating the event are $15.

Registration begins at 7:30AM and the race starts at 8:00AM. Print a registration form here.

Bike Decorating Party

Owners, guests, grandkids and dogs all get together to decorate their bikes and then ride in the parade. Join us at the Sports Field for the Bike Decorating Party at 10:30AM. Bring your own supplies, or buy a kit with streamers, ribbon and balloons for $3.

This is a fine time to rent a Wheel Fun Bike from the Rec Center to ride in the parade. Rent a Surrey Wheel Fun Bike and take Grandma and the kids along too! Call the Rec Center at 541-595-1282 to inquire about Wheel Fun bikes.

Our Rental Shop carries Specialized bikes for rent, as well as toddler bikes, trail-a-bikes and tandems too. Call 541-595-5877 for rental information about these traditional-style bikes.

The 4th of July Bike Parade

Next is the event not to be missed-the annual 4th of July bicycle parade, led by our own Sparky and the BBR Fire Department engines.

The parade begins at 11:30AM. It travels a few blocks from the Sports Field to the Rec Center, where more fun awaits.

Check out our 2007 photo gallery of the parade.

Fun & Games on the Rec Center Lawn

Local celebrity Biff Harley provides entertainment, and a summer buffet is available for lunch. Parents can relax on the Rec Center lawn, listen to music and watch the kids play old fashioned 4th of July games like wheelbarrow races and water balloon toss contests with prizes.

The portable Climbing Wall will be set up from 1:00PM-3:00PM. The cost is $5 per climber and a signed waiver is required. Don't forget your camera.

Bluegrass Music from 6:00-8:00pm by Masala Mostess at the Rec Center lawn - free. Pie and Ice Cream for $3.

7:00pm - Movie at the Rec Center- Sandlot (PG)

BBQ Picnic on the Rec Center Lawn

4 th of July Picnic 12:00-3:00PM

Grilled Hamburgers
Grilled Bratwurst with Sauerkraut
Grilled Hot Dogs
Fried Chicken
Bacon and Molasses Baked Beans
Poppy Seed Cole Slaw
Potato Salad
Corn on the Cob
Sliced Watermelon
Brownies and Cookies

$15.00 Per Person

Sodas, water, beer and wine available for purchase

Take in a Golf Lesson while you're here

We have several golf clinics taking place during 4th of July week:

July 2-3: 100 Yards In

2 Day / 2 Hour Adult Golf Clinic.

Call 800-399-2322 or click here for information. More Golf events

Fireworks Viewing

For fireworks viewing, the city of Bend puts on a fine display from the top of Pilot Butte. It is the second largest display in the whole state! You can also watch the almost-annual Burning of the Butte resulting from errant fireworks for an added attraction.

Remember, because of our location in the forest, fireworks are not permitted on the Ranch. Even sparklers can cause a fire!

More Things to Do

Hike the Sisters Community Trails System - map

Hike Iron Mountain to see the diverse wildflowers

Hike Black Butte and get a birds eye view of the Ranch,

Canoe on Clear Lake and look into an ancient petrified forest

Or, just stay on the Ranch and enjoy our five pools, 18 miles of bike paths and 23 tennis courts.