Local Resources
If you're considering a move to Sisters, Oregon, take a look at what our great Pacific Northwest town has to offer.
The Sisters Country is the gateway to the Central Oregon high desert. It is situated in a spectacular setting featuring the Cascade Mountains, the Deschutes National Forest, the Crooked River National Grassland, and scenic rivers and lakes.Here you'll find links to information on local schools, weather, recreation, neighborhoods and events not to miss. Look here for GREEN resources local, Energy Trust of Oregon, and other helpful links.
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| GREEN Resources | |
| Green Resource Council - | |
| Make it green - Source for obtaining an energy audit on your home. Incentives available. | |
| Green Remodeling - Examples of project costs | |
| Energy Trust of Oregon - | |
| Central Electric Co-op - See what current incentives there are out there for Sisters/Bend current homeowners. You can call/write or email questions. | |
| Visit an Off-grid, Solar, Timber Frame Home in Sisters, OR - Doug & Leanne Smith have their open for tour, contact them and get informed. Solar Home Tour Awards | |
| brilliant - 2010 Winner--Small Business Award (Bend, Or) Environmental Building Products company with experienced staff to help you plan your project, answer your questions, offer you products that protect your family's health, and consult with you every step of the way. | |
| Energy Star - What is an Energy Star Label/Qualification mean? | |
| Earth Advantage Portland General Electric - Features you might find in an earth advantage home:overall they are designed and built to use 15% less energy than houses built according to standard practices. See what makes these homes qualify - | |
| HERS Rating (Home Energy Rating System) - Rates a home's energy efficiency. Is this new test coming for home sellers in the future? The HERS score is recognized by the EPA for ENERGY STAR certification. | |
| Measure your Carbon Footprint - Fun activity designed to measure your "footprint" | |
| Measure your Carbon Footprint - Another website to measure your carbon footprint | |
| Sustainability of US Cities - Portland, OR is one of the top 5 greenest cities in the U.S. ! | |
| Schools | |
Sisters School District - One of the most successful and highly acclaimed school districts of its size in the state of Oregon - not only for academics, activities and sports, but also for community, parent, and business partnership support.
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Oregon Department of Education - Compare schools, get test scores, see demographics
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School Profiles - Enrollment, statistics, contact info
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Sisters Christian Academy - Private school option
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| Community Profile | |
Community Profile - Population, location, climate, businesses, attractions, churches, history
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| Community Calendar | |
Sisters Country Upcoming Events - Cycling races, golf tourneys, art strolls, music festivals, street fairs, fishing derbies, trail cleanup days, family outings and more, from the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce
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| Neighborhoods | |
Sisters neighborhoods - Descriptions of some of Sisters' residential neighborhoods
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| Recreation & Entertainment | |
Recreation in the Sisters Country - There is always lots to do indoors and out in our four-season mountain town. For more on skiing, cycling, golf, fishing, mountain biking, horses, whitewater, trails, birding and nature walks visit the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce website at www.sisterscountry.com/.
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| Annual Events | |
Annual Events - Don't miss Sisters' signature yearly events. Four of the biggies: Sisters Rodeo in June; Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show in July; Sisters Folk Festival in September; Starry Nights winter concert series.
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| Local Weather | |
Local Weather - Forecasts and historical patterns
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Santiam Pass road cam - See Highway 20 road conditions at Santiam Pass just west of Sisters.
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| Maps | |
Google Maps - Interactive maps, driving directions, road trip planner, street views
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Downtown Sisters - Locations of schools, parks, neighborhoods, campgrounds, services
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| Local News | |
Local News - Breaking news, video, blog, community announcements, school and business news
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| Vacation Rentals | |
Sisters Vacation Rentals - Sisters Oregon Places to Stay
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| Cycling | |
| Blazin Saddles - New bike shop in Sisters w/outdoor clothing, bike rentals, and a great sitting area to gather after a long ride/refreshments available and terrific customer service. Get Bicycle Trails information from their website. | |
| Doggie day Care for you! Need to bathe your dog?? | |
| Central Bark and Groomingdales - Have your doggie groomed by Kellie after playing in doggie day care all day //or bathe puppy yourself . . . . nice to have for a bit of doggie/down time . . . Indoor/Outdoor facility in town off S. Pine St. | |
| Accommodations | |
| Best Western Ponderosa Lodge - Complimentary continental breakfast, they do have rooms that accept dogs! Rooms to deluxe suites w/hot tubs and fireplaces, oversized lodge rooms too. Across the highway is Rays Food Place for late night goodie needs! | |
| Blue Spruce Bed & Breakfast - Close to Sisters Village Green Park, in town convenience. Open to group rentals, king-size rooms, spa tubs, mini fridges, downstairs great room, sorry no pets but local boarding at Central Bark is available. | |
| FivePine Lodge and Cabins - Romantic!! Next to Sisters Athletic Club, and part of the five pine complex including Three Creeks Brewery, Sisters Movie House and the new Thyme restaurant. | |
| Metolius River Resort in Camp Sherman - Wonderful cabins (11) in Camp Sherman available for overnight stays-all cabins have fireplaces and wifi. Most have TV. | |
