R2R 2026: April 16-17
Riverhouse Lodge, Bend, OR
Early Bird Registration Now Open
Regards to Rural is a unique event for community members and leaders throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond to discuss rural priorities, explore innovative economic models, obtain tools to make change in communities, and inspire action to help pave the way to rural vitality. Register today and save. Choose the “Early Bird” option to receive the discounted rate. Early Bird rate ends on February 22.
Our 14th Regards to Rural conference will feature keynotes, networking opportunities, the Rural Visibility Project Live, the Rural Action Lab, and sessions interpreted or offered in English and Spanish. Breakout session topics include community leadership and engagement, economic vitality and wealth building, policy and influence, and access to resources. You won’t want to miss the mobile workshops on April 15, along with the opportunity to connect with NADO and Rural Voices for Conservation Coalition, as their annual summits are being held in coordination with R2R. Sessions will be geared toward providing practical tools for people to bring back and implement in their communities.
We are offering mobile workshops on Wednesday, April 15. These workshops are expected to run from 1:00–4:00 p.m. Most mobile workshop options will cost an estimated $50 to cover bus transportation costs. Full descriptions, pricing, and registration information will be available soon.
New Lodging Information
Due to demand, the Riverhouse Lodge has limited availability. Red Lion Inn & Suites is now also offering special rates for conference attendees.
- Click here for the Riverhouse Lodge to reserve your room at the exclusive Regards to Rural rate.
- Click here for the Red Lion Inn & Suites Deschutes River at the special Regards to Rural rate. Please note: This link defaults to show check-in and check-out dates that may be more than you need. Please modify the check-in and check-out dates to match your lodging needs.
Special lodging rates end when the block runs out.
“Rural folks need this space to convene, network, and gain renewed confidence.”
Tremendous thanks to Timothy Bishop for capturing wonderful photos of the 2024 conference.
“Para mi fue una experiencia maravillosa y enriquecedora!”
“Meeting a few key people has inspired ideas for our town.”
Thanks to the following for their generous support of Regards to Rural 2026:
