With its proximity to the Blue and the Wallowa Mountains, La Grande is a popular year-round destination for outdoor enthusiasts, campers, birders, cyclists, skiers, snowmobilers, snowboarders, and trail-riding on mountain bike or horseback. This people-centric culture has been recognized by various award programs, including Staffing Industry Analyst's "Best Staffing Firms to Work For", Modern Healthcare's "Best Places to Work", and Inavero's "Best of Staffing".