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C2 Journey Blue Mountain Eagle Wednesday, July 27, 2016 J OURNEY C ALENDAR AUGUST 6 Rabbit Wilde in concert Diamond Hitch Mule Ranch, Kimberly 541-934-2140 mulesacrossamerica.com 10-13 Grant County Fair Grant County Fairgrounds, John Day 541-575-1900 grantcountyfairgrounds. com 12-14 Two-man Best Ball Golf John Day Golf Course 541-575-0170 13 The Brother’s 5K Run/Walk John Day 541-620-1822 13 Sammy Kershaw in concert Grant County Fairgrounds, John Day 541-575-1900 14 Cow Kids Rodeo Grant County Fairgrounds, John Day 541-620-0596 20-21 Cinnabar Moun- tain Playdays Grant County Fairgrounds, John Day 541-575-3520, 541-792- 0077 cmplaydays@gmail.com 28 Blue Mountain Healthcare Foundation Beneit Scramble John Day Golf Course 541-575-0170 SEPTEMBER 5 Cross-country Golf Scramble John Day Golf Course 541-575-0170 10 Grant County Region- al Airport Fly-in John Day 541-575-1151 17 Hilton Half and Fami- ly Fun Run Prairie City to John Day hiltonhalf.blogspot.com 23-25 Three-man/Last Chance Golf Scramble John Day Golf Course 541-575-0170 OCTOBER 1 Ghost Town Blues Band in concert Diamond Hitch Mule Ranch 541-934-2140 mulesacrossamerica.com 1-2 Rally for the Cure Ladies Golf Scramble John Day Golf Course 541-575-0170 15 Farmers Market Har- vest Festival SW Brent St., John Day 831-596-0656 johndayfarmersmarket. com The Eagle/Cheryl Hoefler Peaceful and still, the deep blue water of Bates Pond is a refreshing sight while meandering the trail that encircles the pond and others throughout Bates State Park. Bates State Park Recreational respite also offers a trip back in time By Cheryl Hoeler Blue Mountain Eagle The most valuable and respected source of local news, advertising and information for our communities. eomediagroup.com Cafe & Country Store When it comes to spar- kling outdoor gems in our area, few can compare to Bates State Park, nestled in the Blue Mountains of east- ern Grant County. In addition to spectacu- lar scenery and recreational respite, this peaceful park near Austin Junction of- fers visitors a step back in time to the history of the once-thriving lumber town of Bates. During a week- end — or longer — stay, you’ll feel as if you are re- ally “away from it all,” yet the park offers plenty in the way of comfortable ameni- ties. Bates State Park, in the shadow of Dixie Butte, offers an abundance of weekend enjoyment right within its 131-acre boundaries — three miles of trails to trek, wildlife to view and solitude to savor. Two tranquil creeks — Bridge and Clear — low nearby the park, whose majestic center- piece, Bates Pond, remains from the town’s lumber mill. See BATES, Page C3 RV G PARKIN Owners: Jeff & Christy Keffer BREAKFAST • LUNCH • DINNER Owners Jeff & Christy Keffer Shakes, Old-Fashion Ice Cream, Cones & Dishes, Great Steaks, Huckleberry Treats Gifts - Gas - Ice - Snacks Stop and see our bar Join us on built in 1864! 541-448-2526 www.austinhousecafecountrystore.com We are located at Austin Junction (Hwy 26 & 7) one mile from the new Bates State Park J16 The Eagle/Cheryl Hoefler R IDE I NTO Interpretive signs throughout Bates State Park tell the story and history of the once-vibrant and close- knit mountain logging community. S UMMER Off-Road Vehicles, ATVs Snowmobiles, Accessories and Parts 821 W H WY . 26 • J OHN D AY JOHNDAYPOLARIS . COM Come check out Gregg’s inventory of 99 products at Polaris. $209 Starting at Starting at $239 99 Blowers, earth augers, pruners & much more - Depot RV Park - Ask about our 5 year warranty C HECK OUT OUR GREAT SELECTION OF O LD H ICKORY S HEDS AT The right equipment for the job. John Day Polaris! 20 Full RV Hookups - 30 amp Covered Picnic Area & Playground Tent Sites & Showering Facility Quiet Setting • Wi-Fi Buy or rent to own options - No credit checks! Available at John Day Polaris 4 blocks south of Hwy. 26 on Main Street Prairie City • 541-820-3605 www.cityofprairiecity.com