August 2020 Sunriver Scene by Sunriver Scene

New biking and hiking trails have been created west of Sunriver for all to enjoy Page 6

INSIDE THIS ISSUE SROA News.................... 4 Nature Center................ 8 Calendar...................... 13

Public Safety................ 27 Classified..................... 38 Letters......................... 39

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S C E N E A NEWSPAPER PUBLISHED MONTHLY BY THE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSOCIATION

AUGUST • 2020

VOLUME XLVI • NUMBER 8

Pathway use in Sunriver: the new ‘COVID-19’ normal

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Sunriver named Oregon’s first ‘Dark Sky Place’ Thanks to Sunriver’s clear night skies you can step outside on almost any evening, look up and be greeted by twinkling stars and planets. It’s no wonder the community is blessed with having its own observatory. The Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory and Oregon Chapter of the International Dark Sky Association are excited to announce the designation of Sunriver as the newest addition to

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the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) Dark Sky Places program. Sunriver is the first “Dark Sky Place” recognized in Oregon and one of only 130-plus recognized worldwide to date. An unincorporated community surrounded by national forest, Sunriver’s development was launched in the late 1960s with a vision to build a community integrated with nature, a vision which has been achieved.

Bob Grossfeld, observatory manager of the Sunriver Nature and Observatory (SNCO), spearheaded the Dark Sky Place effort. The SNCO’s mission is to: “Inspire present and future generations to cherish and understand our natural world.” Sunriver’s five-square miles features slow curving roadways and pedestrian/ Turn to Dark, page 3

SROA’s hybrid annual meeting will allow ‘virtual’ participation By Susan Berger, Sunriver Scene SROA NEWS – There’s nothing like a pandemic to throw a monkey wrench into the works and make the simplest of things more complicated. Thanks to the coronavirus, the Sunriver Owners Association has had to get creative in how to safely host this year’s annual meeting, scheduled for Aug. 15, 1 p.m. at SHARC. The meeting will be a hybrid of limited, in-person owner attendance or it can be streamed live from the comfort of your own home (and in your pajamas, if you like!). In an effort to keep the meeting as brief as possible, SROA staff has pretaped several topics that would have been discussed – providing owners the opportunity to watch and learn more

about some of SROA’s projects from the last year ahead of time. Visit the Annual Meeting page at www.sunriverowners. org/annualmeeting to view. PLEASE NOTE: Due to uncertainties of the pandemic, meeting details are subject to change without notice. How to participate • Prior to the meeting everyone is encouraged to go to the SROA website Annual Meeting page and virtually view some of the meeting topics at www.sun riverowners.org/annualmeeting • Make a reservation to attend the “inperson” meeting. Due to COVID-19 there is limited seating, occupancy restrictions and social distancing requirements that must be followed. • Out of fairness to all owners, we ask

that only one member per household attend the in-person meeting. Additional household members are encouraged to watch the meeting via live streaming. • Watch the meeting live via YouTube streaming: At 1 p.m. Aug. 15, go to https://bit.ly/SROAAnnualMeeting or use the button on the Annual Meeting page www.sunriverowners.org/annual meeting • Watch the recorded meeting at a later date on the Annual Meeting page on the website. Owners Forum comment submissions There will be an owners forum at the end of the in-person meeting. • In-person attendance: Attendees Turn to Annual, page 3 SUNRIVER SCENE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSN. VOLUME XLVI • NUMBER 8 P.O. BOX 3278 SUNRIVER, OR 97707

By Chuck Rosenfeld, Bike Patrol Volunteer For more than half a century, the 34 miles of pathways in Sunriver have consistently been the most popular amenity in our community. SROA has continuously improved safety and upgraded the pathway network with new tunnels, wider, re-paved surfaces and improved signage. With the current restrictions, mandated for COVID-19 control, many public facilities and recreational amenities have been closed or severely restricted resulting in a dramatic increase in pathway usage by residents and visitors alike. Fresh air and exercise are a welcome break from social isolation. Residents and employees within Sunriver have adapted to pandemic restrictions, and have felt relatively isolated from coronavirus hot spots. As warmer weather arrives and lodging and travel restrictions eased, we welcomed the return of visitors and part-time residents from many distant places… which also brings an increased risk of virus transmission. As of July 1, Oregon mandated face coverings inside all public places. On July 15, Oregon also required face coverings now be worn outdoors in places where proper social distancing can’t be maintained. As we strive to continue unrestricted use of our paths, it is incumbent on all users to exercise caution and basic measures to maintain community health. Everyone is strongly encouraged to use masks when not engaged in vigorous activity. Our pathways are regulated by a Bike Patrol consisting of Sunriver Police officers, SRPD summer hires and Citizen Patrol volunteers… all trained in pathway rules and health controls. When they make personal contact with the public, they don their masks and, if required to render first aid, they are equipped with additional protective gear. All Bike Patrol person-

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SUNRIVER

SCENE AUGUST 2020 Volume XLVI, No. 8 57455 Abbot Drive P.O. Box 3278 Sunriver, OR 97707 OWNER/PUBLISHER Sunriver Owners Association

The SUNRIVER SCENE is the official monthly publication of the Sunriver Owners Association, a not-for-profit Oregon corporation dedicated to: “Maintaining Sunriver as a premier residential and resort community, protecting and enhancing its quality of life, natural environment and property values.” The SCENE is mailed to Sunriver property owners anywhere in the U.S. and available at locations throughout Sunriver or through a paid subscription by mail. Publication of advertising copy or individuals’ opinions in the SCENE does not constitute endorsement by the newspaper, the Sunriver Owners Association or any of its members or board of directors. Each advertiser bears responsibility for claims made on their behalf. Scene content including stories, advertising and images are copyrighted and cannot be re-published without permission.

HOW TO REACH US EDITOR Susan Berger 541.585.2937 susanb@srowners.org COMMUNICATIONS TECH Linda Donahue 541.585.3770 lindad@srowners.org ADVERTISING 541.593.6068 sunriverscene@srowners.org

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will address the board in person (like all owner forums, in-person comment time is limited to three minutes). • Live-stream viewers: Those who watch virtually can send in comments ahead of time through a form on the SROA website. A button linking to the Annual Meeting Comment form is on the Annual Meeting page. Comments must be received by Monday, Aug. 17. • All comments – live or submitted – will be included as part of the official record of the meeting. Comments will also be posted to the SROA website in the week following the meeting. Reservation to attend the in-person meeting • A button linking to the In-Person Meeting Reservation form is on the Annual Meeting page.

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bicycle pathways that weave through an evergreen forest, has lighting restrictions on residential and community buildings and a minimum number of street lights. Established in 1988, IDA has led a movement to protect night skies from light pollution. Their overarching goal, which revolves around the four strategic priorities described below, is to reduce light pollution and promote responsible outdoor lighting that is beautiful, healthy and functional. 1. Celebrate The Night: Increase awareness of the benefits of the night for all living things, and how light pollution is an urgent environmental threat that individuals can help solve. 2. Dark Sky Protection: Protect exemplary dark skies

SROA ANNUAL MEETING • Date: Saturday, Aug. 15 • Time: 1 p.m. at SHARC • Info: www.sunriverowners. org/annualmeeting • Reservations will end when full or by Aug. 12, whichever comes first. In-person meeting requirements • Parking: To ensure social distancing from the public, meeting attendees must use the Beaver Drive parking lot and enter the meeting from the side door to Benham Hall. • Attendees must wear a mask in the facility at all times. • Seating is arranged to ensure social distancing and cannot be moved. • No food or drink will be available. through our certification program. 3. Lighting Where We Live: Engage cities and communities in reducing light pollution through responsible lighting policy and practice. 4. Skyshed Restoration: Implement coordinated, intentional, and scalable actions to slow, halt, and reverse the increasing rate of light pollution. “We are honored that IDA has elected to welcome Sunriver into the IDA Dark Sky Places Program,” said Keith Mobley, president of the Sunriver Owners Association Board of Directors. “And we are pleased that our ongoing efforts of the past 50-plus years to be one with nature and are now recognized for the protection of our pristine skies from light pollution.” For more information about the Dark Sky Program, visit https://www.darksky.org

SROA NEWS – As we move into what is generally our hottest month of the summer, the Sunriver Owners Association has worked out a schedule with Sunriver Resort to provide river shuttle service for SROA owners. While some details were still being finalized as the Scene went to press, it was expected the shuttle will be offered daily by online reservation only. The shuttle can transport up to four members of the same household (no mixed groups to follow social distancing protocols) and drop off just below Harper Bridge for a float back to the SROA launch. Pickups will be about every half hour. Owners will be responsible for loading/unloading their own watercraft. The shuttle can only transport kayaks, canoes, paddleboards and other hard-sided, standard-length watercraft. The shuttle can’t take tubes, rafts, fishing pontoons or other inflatables. For additional operation details or to make an online reservation, visit www.sunriverowners.org/rivershuttle. The reservation system is the one currently used for the fitness center and lap swim reservations. If you already have an account, you don’t need to make a new one. Owners must have a valid Member Preference ID card to show to the shuttle driver. One reservation per day. PLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID-19 all dates, times and services subject to change without notice.

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nel carry public safely radios to summon additional resources as required. Please observe six foot social distancing – which means single file passing of other users on opposite edges of the pathways and avoiding gatherings along the paths. All the usual pathway

rules apply (read rules on page 10), especially since response to any injury is greatly complicated by pandemic protocols. Visitors are cautioned that COVID-19 didn’t go on vacation just because you’re in Sunriver. Please observe all precautions and exercise social courtesy to help us retain unrestricted use of our pathways. Thanks, and enjoy Sunriver.

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SROA treasurer monthly report

sroa president’s message

You may be feeling overload- informal when things are going ed with COVID-19 informa- well. The natural tendency tion. I am, so this month, my is to “just live and let live.” last as your president, Standards beI want to tell you gin to slip and what makes Sunriver so do the way such a special and things look unusual place. In a and feel. prior Scene, I proThe Design vided some detail Committee about the relatively has been and new Owner Enrichis the response ment Committee. to that tenThe focus this month Keith Mobley dency. Here is is on one of the oldest a lift from the committees: Design. Foreword to the Consolidated While educating myself in Plan of Sunriver: preparation for service on the From its inception in 1968 SROA board, I was struck by the intent of the planners, the position of the Design ecologists and developers alike Committee in the of Sunriver was to create a community governance structure. An or- which would provide an unganizational chart can make usually attractive place to live, many words unnecessary, so appealing especially to sports take a look at the chart to the enthusiasts, outdoorsmen, right. retirees, artists and others atPlease note the position tracted to a controlled area of the Design Committee. of natural scenic beauty. The Derived from our Governing clear clean air, the river, the Documents, it sits alongside, river banks, the meadows, the not below, the SROA Board of marshes, the lakes, the trees, Directors. That place of promi- the wildflowers and wildnence was very intentional, life constitute a community and fully justified. treasure. Open areas provide Over time, you may have broad vistas of national forest noticed that a common pattern and high Cascade Mountains. is to become more relaxed and Ecological vigilance has been a

PRIVATE & COMMERCIAL* SUNRIVER PROPERTY OWNERS GOVERNING DOCUMENTS

Sunriver Service District District Board of Directors Fire & Police

Fire & Police Facility Lease Agreements HR & Payroll Services

*COMMERCIAL Sunriver Resort

Deschutes County

SROA Board of Directors Delegates Association Management

General Manager James Lewis

Design Committee

Delegates Enforcement & Appeals

Appoints Committees & Committee Members

Appeals Board Magistrate Judicial Council

Committees Covenants Design Election

Departments

Asst. General Manager

Accounting/HR

Keith Kessaris

Joe Healy

Community Development

Departments

Keith Kessaris

Communications

Natural Resources Patti Gentiluomo

Information Technology

Susan Berger

Recreation

Finance Nominating Owner Enrichment

(which includes the Lodge, Cove pool, airport, marina, stables, golf courses, Sage Springs Club & Spa, Starbucks, Sunriver Realty)

The Village at Sunriver Two Country Mall Sunriver Water & Sewer Marketplace Dr. Skotte Sunriver Fitness & Aquatics Mt. Resort Hola Restaurant NONPROFIT Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory Holy Trinity Catholic Church Community Bible Church at Sunriver

Steven Stanfield

Brad Olson

Public Works Mark Smith

major concern since the beginning of planning. . . . Provision for and maintenance of strict standards for the improvement of private areas within Sunriver assure that property will have maximum value for those who acquire it. By requiring proper maintenance of improvements and grounds within private areas, deterioration of any individual property is prevented. Appointment to the Design Committee is a responsibility of the SROA Board of Directors. Section 8.02 of the Consolidated Plan says the committee will have not less than three, but as many persons as

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the board may appoint. The board is also given authority to remove any member and to appoint new or additional members at any time. So, while they stand at the same level as the board in the structure, continuation in service is dependent on performance satisfactory to a majority of the board members. Current members of the Design Committee include chair Mark Feirer, Ann Byers, Mary Fister, Charlie Meyer and Curt Wolf. There are also seven alternates who are available to the committee: Don Barnes, Ken Bartell, Tim BatTurn to Message, page 7

Monthly highlights, actions of the SROA Board of Directors meeting The Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Board of Directors meeting was held Saturday, July 18, 2020. Board members present: Keith Mobley, Bob Nelson, Jim Fister, Gary Bigham, Jackie Schmid, Gerhard Beenen, Brad Skinner, Mike Gocke, Mark Murray. Staff present: James Lewis, Susan Berger, Jesus Mendoza, Brad Olson. Owner forums from work session & regular meetings Doug Hoschek (July 17 and July 18): Concerns over renters bringing COVID virus to Sunriver; not wearing masks and adhering to social distancing requirements; inability to have safe distancing on two-way pathways; he spoke to Deschutes County Commissioners regarding a prohibition on short term rentals; emphasized the need for police enforcement and cutting of tall grasses along the golf course fairways. Tina Machuca (July 17): Wants an open economy, but the only way to do that is for adherence to COVID-related distancing, masks and other Page 4

regulations. FINANCIAL REPORT Cindy McCabe (July 17 and July 18): DisYear-to-date through June 30, 2020 cussed increased path(unaudited) way use and lack of rule • Total Revenues $4,714, 230 • Total Expenses $5,404,913 following; suggested • Operating Deficit -$690,683 signs on pathway surface reminding riders to let folks pedestrians complimentary to all staff, know when they are passing; especially Brigid Kennaday, for suggested owner-only pathways her customer service. in Mary McCallum park; and, suggested better Zoom capa- Association operations bilities (acoustics) when meet• Administration: Continue ings are held in SHARC. Also to monitor and respond to submitted a letter to the Board state/county orders regardon July 17 that was entered ing facility closures and social into the meeting record on the distancing requirements, inJuly 18. cluding continued implemenBob Stillson (July 18): Stated tation of internal COVID-19 4 points: 1.) There should office protocols. Working on be better posting of the po- details – and challenges – for lice non-emergency dispatch the annual meeting. Looking number for reporting; 2.) The at a proposal from Verizon for recycling facility task force installing small-scale cellular should include a variety of antenna throughout Sunriver. owner representation with Working with police/fire chiefs a broad knowledge of recy- on update to the Sunriver cling concepts and alternatives; Emergency Operations Plan. 3.) Some problems with not The plan is under the Sunriver wearing masks are related to Service District, but includes Sunriver owners and not only partners such as SROA, Resort, visitors to the community; and, utilities, etc. Working on scope 4.) Is thankful for SHARC of work for the creation of a being open and available even Rental Registry Task Force. if on a limited basis and was Also developing scope of work www.sunriverowners.org

for the Recycling Center and to create a task force to research all possible options. Construction work continues at the North Pool with daily visits by staff and weekly meetings with the construction team. • Accounting: Completed the Dec. 31, 2019 SROA audit. Tracking Recreation Plus Program modifications agreements due to COVID-19 and access to recreation amenities. Continue to project revisions to SROA 2020 budget for revenue and expenditures related to the effects of COVID-19, especially as related to recreation. • Communications: Continued reduction in advertising revenue as businesses close or readjust under COVID-19 restrictions. Continue to create a post various signage related to COVID requirements (pathways, parks, etc.) Added additional noxious weed information to the website. Created ballot materials for this year’s board candidate elections and went in the mail on July 10. Created and posted videos of each board candidate on the SROA website. Also creating Turn to Highlights, page 5

By Gerhard Beenen Summer is here. Sunriver is filled with owners, their families and rental guests. While we still are under social distancing restrictions, a walk along a Sunriver path, a visit to The Village at Sunriver, one of the golf courses or tennis courts will easily convince you that Sunriver is, like every other summer, very busy. The summer months are an important time with respect to SROA finances. During the summer, SROA receives significant revenues from use of our recreational facilities. While some of those revenues are paid in advance – such as Member Preference (MPP) and Recreation Plus program (RPP) revenues – others are collected as use fees, such as those from visitors to SHARC who aren’t part of the MPP or RPP programs, people who rent out SHARC for family functions and special events like our summer concert and Uncorked wine event. This year, because of limited access to our recreational facilities, revenues from use fees will essentially be zero. This shortfall in all SROA total revenue is already significant, totaling more than $865,000 through the end of June. The SROA management team has anticipated this shortfall and has acted appropriately by reducing expenses. Employees have been laid off and many expenditures have been eliminated or pushed into next year, resulting in a savings of nearly $500,000 through the end of June. This still leaves us with a deficit year to date of nearly $691,000, nearly $372,000 short of budget. It is highly likely the deficit will continue to grow as summer time revenues fall short of our planned budget. Given the likely forecast that SROA will finish this year with a deficit, you might ask how this deficit is handled. SROA can’t print additional money, seek charitable contributions or charge entrance fees for each out of state vehicle that uses our roads. The deficit must be made up by us, the Sunriver owners. This is an issue your Finance Committee and Board of Directors will be discussing this fall as we prepare the SROA budget for 2021. The shortfall can be covered by an increase in our annual maintenance fees, future recreational fees and/or a special assessment. All of these options, alone or in combination, will be considered. On the good news side, Turn to Report, page 5 SUNRIVER SCENE • AUGUST 2020

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videos for topics of the annual meeting that owners can watch. Created a single page with all SHARC access and entry information, FAQs and other information. Created a Telecommunications page so owners can stay abreast of what that task force is working on. • Community Development: Design Committee meetings are occurring on a regular schedule by Zoom. Administrative applications are up from the previous month, and are near to last year at this time. There has been a significant increase in building permit final inspections as projects have been completed. • Natural Resources: Started ladder fuel reduction and tree thinning on commons. Prepared and mailed final ladder fuel compliance final notices. Completed numerous site visits for tree removal requests and LFR compliance on private properties. Started noxious weed mapping on commons and continue planning for virtual War on Weeds (Aug. 1-14). Windstorm cleanup continues on commons. • IT: Working on improvements to the telephone system. Staff is working with infrastructure team and service provider team as part of the Telecommunications Task Force. Assisted with new pin pad/card swipe and electrical for new gate at Mary McCallum Park. Installed new security cameras at SHARC following a vandalism incident. Configured tennis/ pickleball gate access. Reset all employee passwords as part of

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SROA has sufficient cash assets that the size of the estimated financial deficit can be covered without taking out a loan or selling any of our physical assets. In the parlance of bankers and accountants, we have sufficient liquidity. We are the beneficiaries of foresight by SROA management and previous SROA Finance Committee and board members in that we have a Recreation Reserve fund, with total value of $1.3M, to cover a shortfall in recreational fees. However, if we use all or part of this reserve fund this year, we will need to replenish it for future use. Depending on how successful we are in mitigating the COVID-19 virus, that need could be as early as next year. Let me conclude with a simple update on the RPP program I discussed in last month’s column. To refresh your memory,

the SROA Board voted in April to offer RPP participants two options: 1) they could opt-out of the program and receive a full refund, provided they indicated their desire opt-out by June 30; 2) they could remain in the program. If they remain in the program, the board has committed to review SHARC availability during the summer months at their September Board meeting and offer a partial refund to RPP participants, based on that availability. Now that we are past the cutoff date, I can report 5.4% of RPP participants selected option 1 (opt-out of the program) and 94.6% of participants selected option 2 (remain in the program). In addition, 13 new RPP contracts were sold in the first two weeks of July. We are very grateful to all of our RPP owners for their participation in and commitment to the RPP program.

Notice of Election of the Sunriver Owners Association Membership An election of the membership of the Sunriver Owners Association will be conducted by mail to elect three (3) members to the Sunriver Owners Association Board of Directors Ballots will be mailed July 11. Closing date for the election is August 8, 2020 at 12 pm Results will be posted in the foyer of the SROA administrative office, on the SROA website and announced at the SROA annual meeting at 1 p.m. August 15 at SHARC. Patty Smith Election Committee Chair

2019 SROA Audit Statement SROA received a clean, 2019 financial audit by Price Fronk LLC in Bend.

BALANCE SHEET Assets Total assets

2019 $32,230,094

2018 $31,076,329

Liabilities & Fund Equity Liabilities Total liabilities 3,815,732

11,442,960

Total Fund equity

28,414,362

19,633,369

Total liabilities & fund equity

$32,230,094

$31,076,329

INCOME STATEMENT Revenues Total revenues

$11,901,596

$11,092,419

11,509,531 392,065

11,183,277 (90,858)

Total special assessments*

8,388,928

1,346,921

Excess of revenues over expenses

8,780,993

1,256,063

Fund equity-beginning of year

19,633,369

18,377,306

Fund equity-end of year

$28,414,362

19,633,369

Expenses Total expenses Excess of revenues over expenditures

*According to FASB ASC 972-430-25-1 “Deferred revenue may include items such as special assessments designated for specific costs that have not yet been incurred. Such amounts shall be reported as revenue when the corresponding liabilities and expenses are reported.” This was the original rationale for booking the SHARC special assessment revenue as deferred. The liabilities meaning the debt and the expenses meaning the costs to build the SHARC. The SHARC build was complete in previous years, but the debt remained. In 2018, the debt was paid off which meant that was the final year of any corresponding liabilities. For 2019, without any corresponding liabilities and the SHARC already being placed in service, SROA was required to recognize the remaining deferred revenue of $7,020,741.

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New Sunriver Trails system offers recreational fun and excitement for all By Dan Youmans This summer, it has been both exciting and rewarding to see so many people enjoying the new Sunriver Trails biking and hiking system. Located just across Cardinal Landing Bridge from Sunriver, this seven-mile or so network of trails offers hikers and mountain bikers a variety of experiences – from walking or riding fun, single-track dirt trails through ponderosa forests to exploring a wide, familyfriendly gravel pathway along the Deschutes River. Horseback riders also have their own equestrian trail that meanders through trees and meadows. Here’s what you’ll find in the new Sunriver Trails: • The main trail through the area is called Roundabout and, as its name implies, makes about a four-mile loop starting just across the bridge, travels along the river, uphill through the woods, across a volcanic rock ridge and back down along a road to your starting point. A short spur off of Roundabout, called Elko Point, takes you to a spectacular viewpoint high above the river. • You will discover another great vantage point – this one a panoramic view across Central Oregon – from a short trail just off of Roundabout along the upper ridge. This

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trell, Bev Cook, Brett Dixon, Dixon Freeman and Max Yandt. SROA staff members working with the committee include Jacki Bue, Community Development office manager, Marty Seamons, code enforcement officer and Keith Kessaris, SROA assistant general manager. To all, much appreciation is due. As you travel around Sunriver and enjoy the effect of the enforcement of high standards, you are the beneficiaries of the work of this committee. To get a sense of that workload, visit our website at www.sunriverowners.org and search for minutes of their previous meetings. I have very much enjoyed my time as your president. It has gone quickly, thanks in part to a pandemic and the selection of a new general manager. My closing message: “Be Kind.” I look forward to handing the gavel to your new board president, Brad Skinner, and wish him the best.

scheduled security measures. • Public Works: Ladder fuels chipping continues and will take months to clean up all the debris left from the last windstorm. Continues to add signage to pathways and other public areas with signage related to rules and COVID-19 regulations and restrictions. Micro sealed numerous roads, pathways, parking lots and the tarmac at Skypark. Also did slurry seal on some roads, which was rescheduled several times due to weather. Finished numerous repairs at SHARC prior to opening. Began landscape work at the Abbot Circle at Beaver Drive. • Recreation/SHARC: June marked the opening of SHARC five days a week under Phase 2 guidelines. An online reservation system was implemented for access to SHARC. Tennis and pickleball and member fitness center also began operations. Member Services also opened to help process owners looking to get their annual Member Preference cards and those wanting their homes in the Recreation Plus program. Some staff was brought back to match schedule for opening recreation facilities. All planned and private events at SHARC were canceled and/or rescheduled for 2021. There was a vandalism incident on June 23 at SHARC and caused $15,000 in damages. In response, several additional security cameras have been installed.

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ceived the strong support of our local business community, which has made financial donations toward the cost of obtaining approvals for building the trails and trail construction. COTA has also received grants from Visit Central Oregon, Deschutes Trails Coalition, Sunriver Resort and Village Bike and Ski to build informational kiosks at three trailheads. In addition, we have partnered with Project Ponderosa to plant trees where roads have been decommissioned or converted to trails. For much of this year, volunteer work on the trails, including new trail construction and maintenance, has been restricted by the U.S. Forest Service because of health and safety concerns over COVID-19. However, if you are interested in joining the SoDeCo Chapter to get involved in future work on the trails, please contact me at dan.youmans@cotamtb.com Dan Youmans is a Sunriver resident and serves as the representative for the SoDeCo Chapter of COTA. PLEASE NOTE: These are bike-in, bike-out trails only. There is no parking, loading/unloading of bikes in the Cardinal Landing Bridge area. The trails are not owned or managed by the Sunriver Owners Association or Sunriver Resort. SUNRIVER SCENE • AUGUST 2020

Board actions • Approved minutes of the June 19, 2020 SROA board work session as corrected. • Approved minutes of the June 20, 2020 SROA regular board meeting as corrected. • Approved June 2020 financial statement (unaudited) via email following the meeting. • Approved the transfer of $1,678,252.97 from the Reserve Fund to Operating Fund for 2020 second-quarter acquisitions. • Approved SROA general manager to assist in populating a Rental Registry Task Force to consist of resident/nonresident owners, property managers, SSD staff, liaisons from both SROA/SSD boards and SROA staff. The task force will explore the possibility of establishing a rental property registry for all of Sunriver. Further allowed additional members be added to the task force as deemed necessary. • Approved SROA general manager to populate a Recycling Center Task Force consisting of 2-3 SROA staff members, board liaison, up to four Sunriver owners, a Deschutes County Solid Waste representative and a carting company representative. Further allowed additional members to be added as deemed necessary or beneficial. • Approved Resolution 2020006 to the Deschutes County Commissioners recommending Robert Foster to fill Position 5 of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board, for a term beginning Sept. 1, 2020 and

ending Aug. 31, 2023. • Tabled approved Resolution 2020-007 to the Deschutes County Commissioners to fill Position 1 of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board, until new SROA board members are on board in September. • Approved to establish Sept. 30, 2020 as the final date for the calendar year 2020 Recreation Plus Program participants to submit the required documentation to receive a cash refund in an amount determined by the board at the Sept. 19, 2020 board meeting. After Sept. 30, all RPP participants who have not submitted the necessary documentation for a cash refund will automatically receive a credit in the same amount applied to the calendar year 2021 RPP fees whether or not they choose to participate. For those eligible for such a credit, but who do not participate in the 2021 RPP program, the credit amount will be surrendered. • Accept the recommendation of the SROA Telecommunications Task Force to request a draft contract from BendBroadband/TDS Telecom and enter into a non-binding contract negotiations for fi-

ber optic telecommunications service to Sunriver, with the shared understanding that SROA will continue to consider other alternatives. • Approved the retention of the 2019 SROA budget year operating fund surplus of $194,632 in SROA 2020 budget year operating fund. Traditionally, a surplus would be placed in the Reserve Fund. However, due to the still yet unknown effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the overall budget for SROA, the Finance Committee recommended that the surplus be retained in the operating fund as a contingency measure. The meeting adjourned at 10:48 a.m. The next SROA board work session will take place at 9 a.m. Aug. 14 followed by the regular board meeting at 9 a.m. and the 1 p.m. annual meeting on Saturday, Aug. 15. For virtual meeting attendance, visit the meeting date on SROA calendar for details on participation. Approved minutes of the meeting are posted, as available, on the SROA website at www. sunriverowners.org

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Something new has hatched at the nature center owls are found throughout Europe and Asia as well as in northern Africa. They occupy many different habitats through their range including woodlands, deserts, mountains, and open grasslands. Their large size and silent hunting capabilities makes this species a formidable apex predator having no natural predators of their own once they reach maturity. Their expansive range, the many different types of habitat they occupy, and their position at the top of the food chain, is not unlike that of the great horned owl which occupies a similar ecological niche in the Western hemisphere.

By Amanda Accamando, Nature Center Manager Large piercing orange eyes. A 6.5 foot wingspan. 10 pounds of muscle, bone and feathers. Prominent ear tufts. And no natural predators. Meet Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory’s (SNCO) newest animal ambassador – a Eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo). At just two months old, however, the yet-to-be-named female owlet, is still very much fluff and only beginning to learn how to fly. Eurasian eagle-owls are known as the world’s largest owls, with females significantly larger than their male partners. As their name suggests these

Nature center programs Bees & Blooms Tour Wednesday through the summer; 10:30–11:30 a.m. Learn all about the extraordinary world of flowers and their pollinators during an immersive experience. Join Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory’s resident plant and bee specialists for an insider’s tour of the botanic garden, native plant collection, and the honey bee hive. Cost is $10/person and pre-registration is required. Visit www.snco.org/blooms to register. Tours are free for SROA members during the month of August; use discount code POLLEN when registering. Face coverings are required while on tour. Animal Storytime Monday and Tuesday through the summer; 10–10:30 a.m. Join a naturalist each week for a family storytime with an appearance by a live animal guest. Cost is $25/family (up to five people) and pre-registration is required. Visit www.snco.org to register. Face coverings are required (ages 3+).

After nearly a year of quiet but intense anticipation, the one-month old owl finally made the journey via car from Buffalo, New York to Sunriver accompanied by a member of SNCO’s animal care staff. The owlet, who was born at a wildlife center, spent the first couple of weeks with its owl parents and was then hand raised, along with its sibling, by humans. Owls that are reared by humans during formative periods of their development, a process known as imprinting, are known to generally adapt well to life in human care and make the best co-workers in ambassador animal programs. By contrast, owls that are raised by their own species, such as those that may come to live in human care after rehabilitation from an injury, may not adapt well to regular human contact. Joe, the great horned owl that lives at the nature center, is an example of the latter case. Although his caretakers patiently work with him every day in a minimally obtrusive way, his lack of experience with the human world means that he is most comfortable out of the spotlight and helping to educate our visitors from the safe space of his aviary. It’s important to note here that although research has shown that owls thrive when raised by humans, owls never make good pets and it is illegal to possess an owl as a pet.

Over the next few months, the owl will be learning all about its environment, carefully guided by her caretakers. At this age, exposure to many different sights, sounds, people and places will help her prepare for just about anything she may encounter in her role as an ambassador of bird conservation at SNCO. As she learns to fly, we will introduce training sessions to her daily routine. These training sessions, based in positive reinforcement, will foster a long-term trusting relationship with her caretakers and give her the ability to make choices in her environment. Training

behaviors such as voluntarily stepping on a scale, or lifting a foot up to be examined, will also help her caretakers and veterinarian monitor her health in a minimally invasive way without force. For now, the SNCO team is enjoying getting to know our newest co-worker. We have discovered that she loves shredding old issues of the Sunriver Scene. She takes long naps in the most surprising of ways – flat on her stomach with her legs stretched behind her. She is starting to explore new Turn to Hatched, page 9

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Summer peaks with great night sky views By Bob Grossfeld, Observatory Manager August is a great month to view the night skies. The weather usually allows for us to be outside without a jacket under clear skies. Jupiter and Saturn will remain the focus at our evening programs. Both of these beautiful objects continue to get higher in the sky and are still a prime target. August is the time we look at the southern part of the sky, as many of the nebulae are also in a great position to observe. You will see that the dense concentration of bright nebulae and star clusters lie just above the Teapot pattern of Sagittarius in the southern sky. Among the chief splendors are the Lagoon Nebula, Trifid Nebula and the Messier objects: M8, M20, M24 and an awesome globular cluster M22. If you come by the observatory, some of the telescopes will give

you great views of these objects and so much more. Now is the time to plan for viewing the “old faithful” of meteor showers – the Perseids. The Perseids are one of the brighter meteor showers of the year and they occur every year between July 17 and Aug. 24 peaking around Aug. 9-13. Made of tiny space debris from the comet Swift-Tuttle, the Perseids are named after the constellation Perseus. This is because the direction, or radiant, from which the shower seems to come in the sky lies in the same direction as Perseus. The Perseids are widely sought after by astronomers and stargazers because most years at its peak, one can see 60 to 100 meteors in an hour from a dark place. You do not need any special equipment or a lot of skills to view a meteor shower. All you really need is a

clear sky and lots of patience to enjoy your “shooting star” viewing experience. Remember that activity increases sharply in the hours after midnight. The observatory is open through the summer for both daytime and nighttime experiences. Our public nighttime programs are offered Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday evenings and are limited to 45 guests. We recommend making reservations early as programs fill up quickly. If you are looking for a more intimate experience with the night sky, you may be interested in booking an exclusive star party on Tuesday or Friday nights. If you are looking for a fun and unique daytime experience for the entire family, check out one of our Cosmic Adventures programs where you can build and launch a rocket or navigate a space rover. Lastly, sign up for

Nighttime observatory programs are offered Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday evenings by reservation only. Attendance is limited to 45 guests due to social distancing and occupancy limits. Please note: this is a file image from several years ago.

a private daytime experience at the observatory to view the sun, check out meteorites, and explore the observatory’s exhibits before dark.

For more information or to make reservations for programs, visit www.snco.org. We look forward to seeing you in August.

Art galore at the Second Tern By Wes Perrin “Art is a poem without words,” proclaimed the ancient Romans. The Second Tern Thrift Store agrees with that proclamation as the Tern offers customers a visually appealing collection of artistic “poems.” Scattered throughout the store are framed examples of a wide variety of artistic expression: landscapes, seascapes, still life, whimsy, portraits, bas relief, wildlife – depicted in traditional and abstract styles. They range in format from signed original oils to everyday ski posters, and represent work from all over the globe. Some are small enough to hold in one hand others are large enough to dwarf a wall. “We continue to be amazed

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by the quality and scope of the artwork we receive,” said store manager Susan Ertsgaard. “We really don’t have sufficient room to display everything properly. The pictures you see on our walls are but a fraction of our inventory. We have no choice but to stash dozens more in one of our storage trailers.” Ertsgaard points out that the frames, often elaborate and ornate, may occasionally be worth as much or more than pictures they surround. “And needless to say, our prices are much more affordable than you would find in a fancy gallery. For anyone looking to brighten up a wall or add some distinctive color and creativity to their home, we have some excellent choices.” She is delighted to have the store re-opened from the CO-

VID-19 closure, and wants to assure the public that all the proper steps are being taken to provide a safe shopping experience. “We’re allowing only so many customers in the store at a time, keeping social distancing and providing hand sanitizers. With the store back in business, they are also encouraging new volunteers to join them. Interested parties should email volunteer@secondtern.com The Tern continues to be open Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its location Turn to Tern, page 11

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foods, though mice remain her favorite so far. And she’s met numerous families during our weekly animal story time. The owl does not have a name however, so we are asking for suggestions from her peers – children. You can submit a name online at www.snco.org/ nametheowl Once she is able to fly, you’ll be able to visit the owl in her aviary at the nature center. Until then, check out our calendar for a schedule of our familyfriendly animal story times and private meet and greets with the owl. Lastly, if you are interested in sponsoring our newest animal ambassador, please contact us at give@snco.org SUNRIVER SCENE • AUGUST 2020

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Sunriver Pathway Safety Sunriver boasts 34 miles of paved pathways for bicycle and pedestrian use. For safety reasons, rollerblading, skates and skateboards are not allowed on pathways or roads. Please follow Sunriver's pathway rules and respect the delicate vegetation by staying on the pavement.

Helmets are required for riders and passengers under 16 years of age (Oregon state law).

Pedestrians and people walking cycles have rightof-way on paths and at road crossings.

Walk cycles through tunnels with weir gates.

Headlights and red reflectors required at dusk and after dark.

People riding cycles must yield to vehicles at road crossings.

Ride only at a safe speed on surfaced paths & permitted roads.

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Fly Tying Corner: black and red balanced leech By Phil Fischer This month’s Sunriver Angler’s Fly Tying Corner features a black and red balanced leech. This is a pattern that every stillwater angler should keep in the fly box. It is a pattern that produces when other flies may not. I like to fish this pattern suspended under a strike indicator. If there is wind and ripples on the water, the indicator imparts perfect leech undulating movements on the fly. If there is no wind, take short or medium strips to impart your own action on the fly. The indicator will lift the fly and pauses will allow it to flutter down till it reaches the depth you set on the indicator. Earlier this month I was fishing a remote flat out on Crane Prairie. We had a tough morning, only putting a fish or two into the net in some of our favorite spots. We began exploring and experimenting trying to figure out the magic combination. As we ran the trolling motor across a flat, we started seeing fish. We pulled up and anchored in about 6 to 8’ of water. Out came my “ace in the hole” pattern, the black and red balanced leech. The fish we had seen were working well above the bottom, so I suspended the fly at about 4’ deep under a strike indicator. The first cast produced a nice 17” rainbow, which was only

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the beginning of a wonderful afternoon catching fish after fish on this pattern. This fly pattern had, once again, shown it was worthy of a front-andcenter place in my fly box. In concluding this month’s column, we are getting to the time of year where warmer weather requires special handling in playing and releasing fish. During our recent outing on Crane Prairie, the water surface temperature was 66 degrees. A little warmer can be lethal to some trout after a hard-fought battle. So do the fish a favor, fish barbless, fight them quick and take care on the release. I am using 3X tippet so I can play a fish quickly to the net. If conditions get particularly warm, please fish early and late, and leave the middle part of the day alone. Lastly, the larger the fish, the longer it takes for them to recover. Give them plenty of rest and recovery in the water in your net, or in a basket in the water to help the fish survive. Tie a few of the black and red balanced leech for your own fly box and a try this pattern on your next stillwater adventure. Black and red balanced leech materials list: Turn to Corner, page 12

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New gate system for Mary McCallum park SROA NEWS – A new electronic gate has been installed at Mary McCallum Park. The gate opens and closes automatically – eliminating the need to exit your car and open it manually. There is a new pin pad on the left-hand side of the road and owners still need a code to open the gate (available by calling the SROA admin or Member Services office). At the time the Scene went to press, staff was working on the swipe system so owners can use their Member Preference ID card as well. Mary McCallum Park is exclusive use by SROA owners only. Need the gate code? If you already have the July code it will work through August and there is no need to call. All other previous codes have been deleted. To get the code, please call and provide your Sunriver property (eg: 1 Happy Lane) so staff can verify ownership. • SROA admin office: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday 541-593-2411 • Member Services office: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday 541-585-3147

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Sunriver Music Festival brings live, virtual musical events back to Sunriver

It’s time for music and fun to return. Two August events from Sunriver Music Festival will make it easy to support the Festival and enjoy some live classical music again. The first event will be a brand-new virtual Festival Faire online auction and video premiere Aug. 6-11, celebrating the 250th birthday of Ludwig van Beethoven without leaving your home. Following this online event, the Festival is celebrating the 25th Anniversary of its Young Artist Scholarship (YAS) program when multi-year YAS recipient Hunter Noack returns to Sunriver for his unique outdoor classical music concert series: “In A Landscape: Classical Music in the Wild.” Aug. 6-11, Festival Faire Online: Operations Director Meagan Iverson outlined three easy ways you can be part of this year’s Festival Faire celebration: 1. Special VIP Reception: Did you attend last year’s Festival Faire? Would you like to meet the final candidates to become the festival’s new artistic director? Donate the $100 you would have paid for this year’s Festival Faire (the gala part, that is, the part that can’t happen in person this year) and you will

receive an invite to attend a special reception to meet one of the two maestro finalists during the 2021 Summer Festival. To donate and receive your VIP reception invite, go to www. sunrivermusic.org or call the office at 541-593-1084. 2. Online Auction (Aug. 6-11): To honor the local businesses and individuals who continue to support the Festival, an online auction will run August 6-11. You can pre-register and preview all the exciting auction items at www. sunrivermusic. org. 3. Virtual Birthday Party (Aug. 8, 7 p.m.): Relax at home or with friends and join the fun, again at www.sunrivermusic.org, for a video premiere and online chats. You’ll have the opportunity to ‘Raise a Paddle’ for the Young Artists Scholarship program, see some new and familiar faces, and enjoy performances from this year’s virtuosic scholarship recipients, all while continuing to bid on your favorite items in the online auction. Aug. 22, Outdoor Concert In Sunriver: Traveling with

Pianist Hunter Noack returns to Sunriver with his ‘In a Landscape: Classical Music in the Wild.’

a nine-foot Steinway, classical pianist and YAS alumnus Hunter Noack is bringing his immensely popular outdoor concert series, “In A Landscape: Classical Music in the Wild” to Sunriver Aug. 21-22. The Aug. 22 performance, featuring Noack and guest artist John Fawcett (violin), a current YAS recipient, will honor the 25-year history of the festival’s scholarship program. The performance will be in the beautiful and spacious Besson Commons at Sunriver Resort. Tickets are now on sale and 10% of all ticket sales will benefit the Young Artist Scholarship fund.

To meet the social distancing requirements of the COVID-19 era and also for the best outdoor acoustic experience, music will be heard via sanitized headsets or using a companion mobile app to audience members’ personal headphones. Your generous support of these events will help ensure that the Sunriver Music Festival remains strong for future seasons and can continue awarding scholarships for the next generation of classical musicians. Details can be found at www. sunrivermusic.org or phone the festival at 541-593-1084.

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Hook: Firehole 516, Size 10 - 14 Thread: UTC 140 Denier Ultra - black Bead: Firehole 3/32” matte black tungsten Peg: sewing pin Tail: black marabou Body dubbing: Bruiser Blend, Jr. – black/red Tying instructions and steps can be found on the Sunriver Anglers Facebook page at www. facebook.com/SunriverAnglers/, or on YouTube at https:// youtu.be/JIdr0ztMMkQ. If you have questions or would like additional information about this pattern, please email me. Or if you have suggestions on future patterns to feature in this column, I welcome your input. I can be reached at philfischer@sbc global.net. 20837359R

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Artists’ Gallery celebrating anniversary By Karla Proud Artists’ Gallery Sunriver is especially grateful to come out of the COVID-19 lockdown in time to celebrate a great business milestone of 10 years in business. The gallery – best known for its “approachable friendly fine art gallery” – is also known for its heretofore uninterrupted 10 years of Second Saturday celebrations. Join gallery members for a day-long, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. celebration on Aug. 8. Festivities will be partially outdoors and socially-distanced masked event with outdoor demos by Laura Jo Sharman, Bill Hamilton, Bonnie Junell, Jim Fister and Deni Porter. We’ll be offering cake and a chance at win a basket chock full of delightful gallery items as a gift from the artists to you. You do not have to be present to win, but do need to be available to pick up your prize should you be the lucky recipient. Owners/partners Susan Harkness-Williams, Bonnie Junell and Karla Proud pronounced this to be a time of gratitude and reflection. Each of them is grateful for the super

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Summer heat precautions for pets As we move into what can be the hottest month of the year, the Humane Society of Central Oregon (HSCO) would like to offer tips on keeping your pet safe as temperatures rise above 90 degrees around Central Oregon. The best spot for your pet is inside a safe, cool house. Dogs and cats cannot cool their body temperatures as efficiently as humans. • If your pet is outside during the day, remember to provide protection from the sun and plenty of fresh, cool water. Remember that older, short muzzle and overweight dogs are more likely to overheat during hot weather. You can provide a wading pool to aid in cooling. • Leaving your pet in a parked car can be a deadly mistake. The temperature inside a car can reach over 100 degrees in a few minutes. Even partially open windows won’t protect your pet from heatstroke. • Exercise your dog in the morning or evening when temperatures and pavement are cool. The paw pads can get injured from the hot pavement and melted tar can get stuck to pad and hair. Pets need exercise but do it in the cooler hours of the day. Press your hand on pavement for 10 seconds, and if

United Way changes name What’s in a name? For our local United Way the answer is: a lot. The nonprofit recently changed its name from United Way of Deschutes County to United Way of Central Oregon. The change reflects the regional catchment area that the organization has been serving for several years. The organization’s influence touches all of Central Oregon: Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson counties, as well as the lands of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. United Way is focused on childhood trauma as the root cause of challenges faced by many in our community and thus began TRACEs – a partnership of nearly 150 organizations and agencies throughout Central Oregon working together to raise awareness of the effects of trauma, and to reduce its incidence and impact, as well as to build resilience in individuals, families, and our community. TRACEs launched in 2017. As the Backbone Agency supporting this community-wide collective action partnership

it’s not tolerable for you, it’s too hot for your pets. Hiking trails and dirt also retain the heat. • Dogs in truck beds can suffer injury or heat stroke. Veterinarians know all too well dogs that have fallen out of the truck bed which resulted in severely injured dogs or motor vehicle accidents from people swerving to avoid the dog. If you cannot touch the hot truck bed with your bare hand, your dog should not be on the hot metal. Debris from the road damages eyes. “Every year the Humane Society of Central Oregon warns people to keep their pets safe from the dangers of warm temperatures,” says Lynne Ouchida, community outreach manager. “Unfortunately, ev-

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www.sunriverwomensclub.com SRWC president’s message I am so proud of the SRWC as we are making a difference in south Deschutes County with our disbursements from the COVID-19 Nonprofit Emergency Fund. The fund is more than $30,000 and, at this time, we have disbursed $25,000 to a variety of nonprofits that have seen a tremendous increase in demands for the assistance that they provide. Thank you to SRWC members, local businesses, organizations and community members who have contributed to this fund. – Nancy Fischer, President Membership: New members are welcome. Members who renew or join now will be paid through Oct. 1, 2021. Join the SRWC in social activities and philanthropic endeavors by applying through the website. For additional information, contact srwcmembership@gmail.com Power 100+ Program: The 2020 NeighborImpact Fresh to You project will bring fresh food to south county residents with diet-modifiable diseases in partnership with the High Desert Farm and Food Alliance and La Pine Community Health Center. The Power of 100+ project is now more relevant than ever as it dovetails with the needs of food-insecure residents with underlying health condi-

tions making them especially vulnerable to the coronavirus. Legacy Bricks: Looking for the perfect gift, or to memorialize a special life in Sunriver? The Sunriver Women’s Club is once again selling two sizes of laser engraved bricks that will be permanently displayed as part of the walkway surrounding the amphitheater bowl at the SHARC. Bricks are $75 to $500 depending on size and custom logo. We are offering mini replica bricks to keep at home. Net proceeds from sales support the club’s philanthropy grant program focused on providing basic services in south Deschutes County. Place your orders at https://www. fundraisingbrick.com/onlineorders/sunriver/ or email us at srwcbricks@gmail.com Sunriver Art Fair: You can still support our 2020 Sunriver Art Fair artists by visiting their websites and purchasing their art directly. Go to www.sun riverartfair.com/artists/ to find a favorite or meet new ones. Birthday Luncheon: August birthday luncheon has been canceled but we would like to wish all our August birthday members a happy birthday. Hearty Soles hike: Watch for emails from SRWC Hearty Soles with details of upcoming hikes. Our hikes have a maximum of eight people with

lots of social distancing. Please sign up to lead a hike. Many members are eager to hike, enjoy nature and reacquaint with friends. See you on the trail. Mid Soles hike: Watch for emails from SRWC Mid Soles with details of upcoming hikes. We will be hiking in a small group with lots of social distancing. Please sign up to lead a hike. We have many members who enjoy hiking. Fred Meyer Rewards: You can help the SRWC earn donations every time you shop by linking your Fred Meyer Rewards Card to the SRWC at www.fredmeyer.com/com munityrewards. Search by our name, “Sunriver Women’s Club” or by our nonprofit number BQ165. As always, you will still earn your Rewards Points, Fuel Points and Rebates. Amazon Smile: If you use Amazon for online shopping, please consider using Amazon Smile and select the Sunriver Women’s Club: https://smile. amazon.com/ch/51-0186089. We Care: If you are aware of members who could use a word of support to lift their spirits, a note of sympathy or congratulations please send the information to our “We Care” coordinator, Lynne Haroun, at srwccorrespondingsecretary@ gmail.com

SRWC supports nonprofits providing essential services The Sunriver Women’s Club COVID-19 Nonprofit Emergency Fund awarded $25,000 to nonprofits in south county to assist them in providing essential services needed by our neighbors because of the pandemic. The fund has supported a full range of nonprofit services: meals and food boxes, mortgage assistance, utility assistance, health services including prescription help. The fund has also served the full spectrum of those in need: seniors, families, children, veterans and those furloughed. The south Deschutes County nonprofits receiving funds were: • La Pine Community Kitchen ($11,000) to support meals served on a to-go basis provided primarily to seniors, veterans, and children. • Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver ($3,000) to be used to help their families with mortgage assistance. • NeighborImpact ($3,000) to support utility assistance for heat, water, sewer, garbage and even cell phones, as phones can be people’s connection to jobs and other needed

services. • La Pine Senior Activity Center ($2,500) to support senior services. • La Pine Community Health Center ($2,500) to support prescription medications for under-insured or uninsured clients and continued health services to affected families and seniors. • Council on Aging ($2,000) to support two senior food programs: Meals on Wheels and community meals. • The La Pine Parks and Recreation ($1,000) to support child development with summer weekly activity kits for kids. When the pandemic began, the Sunriver Women’s Club (SRWC) knew that local nonprofits were going to need our support more than ever if they were going to meet the demand for essential services in south Deschutes County. Therefore, the COVID-19 Nonprofit Emergency Fund was born. The SRWC was recognized by Bend Bulletin as a “Beacon” for “taking it up a notch” when the pandemic hit. This was possible because of SRWC members and community members, along with SRWC partners: the SunriverLa Pine Rotary, the Sunriver Men’s Club and Nolte Properties. We will continue to accept contributions and direct funding to the areas of greatest need as long as the pandemic is negatively affecting our nonprofit partners. For information on the COVID-19 Emergency Fund go to www.sunriverwomensclub. com

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and serving as fiscal agent, United Way of Central Oregon is facilitating the far reach of TRACEs in our region. Also a member of the Steering Committee, United Way is guiding and funding this work. As the most reliable agency with capacity to reach our most marginalized community members and a community leader with a deep and longstanding familiarity of agencies serving Central Oregon’s most vulnerable, United Way of Central Oregon has also emerged as a clearinghouse for COVID-19 donations in our region. In March of this year, the nonprofit established the Central Oregon COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund and raised $135,000 to distribute to 29 local and regional nonprofits providing essential services and meeting the emergency needs of our community’s hardest hit as the pandemic first started. Since then, United Way has pivoted towards ongoing needs

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First wine competition entry results in recognition The prestigious 2020 Sunset International Wine Competition held annually in Sonoma, California, has awarded silver medals for Lava Terrace Cellars’ 2017 barrel-aged Marechal Foch and 2018 barrel aged La Crescent. The grapes for both vintages were grown at 3,440 feet elevation in Bend. Lava Terrace Cellars owners Duane and Dina Barker are thrilled with the recognition for their brand-new wines. Their love of wine and sustainable farming, along with their eagerness to research and learn as much as they can about growing grapes, has resulted in their first two awards in the first competition they entered. “This journey to be the first winery in Bend has been a great deal of hard work to establish and grow these unique grape varietals,” Duane Barker said. “Receiving the recognition from the Sunset International Wine competition validates our work and encourages us to keep pursuing our goals to grow high-quality grapes that make outstanding wines.” More than 2,700 wines were entered in the competition with this year’s “Best of the Best” awarded to Graciana Winery’s Reserve Pinot Noir 2018. Central Oregon’s Faith, Hope and

Charity Vineyard received three medals for their 2017 Leon Millot, 2018 La Crescent and 2017 Frontenac. The Barkers’ planted the first wine grapes of Brianna, Marechal Foch, La Crescent and Marquette in the summer of 2012. Today, Lava Terrace Cellars has more than 4,000 vines on 5.5 acres. Dina and Duane Barker are excited to introduce their 2019 vintage that was hand-crafted and bottled at Elixir Wine Company from their grapes grown in Bend. They invite wine enthusiasts to a tasting of their boutique wines Aug. 1 at Elixir Wine Company (11 NW Lava Road in Bend). Tickets are $20 per person and include a live band, wine tasting from Deschutes County vintners and snacks. “We are growing varietals to make Lava Terrace Cellars wine that are on the cutting edge,” Dina Barker said. “We chose these varietals because the flavors are enhanced by the swings in temperature, they use less water, are disease resistant and we don’t have to use chemicals. We know what happen in the vineyard is what creates great wine.” When the Barkers started their journey, they endured many sleepless nights wondering if their pioneering efforts would

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Be aware of harmful algae blooms this summer With summer here and communities seeing a flux of visitors after reopening amid the COVID-19 outbreak, Oregon Health Authority (OHA) reminds people heading outdoors to be on the lookout for toxin-producing cyanobacteria blooms when recreating in Oregon lakes, rivers and reservoirs. Because cyanobacteria blooms are naturally occurring worldwide, they can form in any water body. Many blooms are harmless, but under the right conditions — when weather, sunlight, water temperature, nutrients and water chemistry are ideal — they can produce cyanotoxins that make people and animals sick. Exposure to cyanotoxins occurs when water is swallowed while swimming, or when water droplets are inhaled during high-speed activities such as water skiing or wakeboarding. Symptoms of exposure to cyanotoxins include diarrhea, cramps, vomiting, numbness, dizziness and fainting. Although cyanotoxins are not absorbed through the skin, people with sensitive skin can develop a rash when wading, playing, or swimming in or around a bloom. Children and pets are particularly sensitive to illness because of their size and activity levels. Dogs can get extremely ill and even die within hours of exposure to cyanotoxins by drinking the water, licking their fur, or eating the toxins from floating mats or dried crust along the shore.

Only a fraction of Oregon’s fresh water is monitored for cyanotoxins. This year, with safety concerns related to COVID-19, OHA expects even less sampling of affected water bodies. For this reason, it will be even more important, as recreational areas open and Oregonians begin to recreate, to understand your surroundings before you or your pet take the plunge. OHA recommends that everyone stay out of water that looks foamy, scummy, thick like paint and pea-green, blue-green or brownish-red in color. If you are unsure, follow OHA’s guidance of “When in doubt, stay out.” Open recreational areas where blooms are identified can still be enjoyed for activities such as camping, hiking, biking, picnicking and bird watching. By being aware of signs of a bloom and taking appropriate precautions to reduce or eliminate your exposure, you can also enjoy water activities such as canoeing, fishing, and boating, as long as speeds do not create excessive water spray. To learn if an advisory has been issued or lifted for a specific water body, call the Oregon Public Health Division toll-free information line at 877-290-6767. For health information or to report an illness, contact OHA at 971-673-0440. For campground or lake information, call the local management agency.

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Waterway access permit enforcement begins Aug. 1 Paddlers of non-motorized watercraft will need to carry a Waterway Access Permit beginning Aug. 1. The permit is required for all non-motorized boats and paddlecraft (SUPs, rafts, drift boats, kayaks, canoes, etc.) 10 feet and longer and replaces the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Prevention Permit. Failure to show the permit is a Class D violation with a $115 fine. The permit funds two programs: One is the AIS Prevention Program which is comanaged by the Marine Board and Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW). The rest of the revenue is directed to a dedicated account for the development and improvement of non-motorized access and other services for non-motorized boaters. The Marine Board’s Boating Facility Program administers the grant program and recently accepted the first applications. These programs develop new boating access and improve facilities by adding vehicle parking, non-motorized boat launches, restrooms, low-freeboard docks, etc. and will continue to fund ODFW-managed boat inspection stations for aquatic invasive species. Grants will also be available to Oregon’s nine federally recognized Tribal

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governments, and public and non-governmental organizations for boating safety education, equipment and access to underserved communities. Permits are not required on federally designated wild and scenic rivers where other permits are already required (boater pass or lottery permits) or for youth 13 and younger. Permits are transferrable to other paddlecraft. For example, if a family has two or more paddlecraft, but only one is on the water at one time, then only one permit would be required. Three purchasing options are available: One week (valid 7-days from the date of purchase from ODFW) for $7, one calendar year for $17 and two calendar years for $30. How to purchase: • Pay and print out permit at https://odfw.huntfishoregon. com/login or display using the ODFW App; • Visit the Boat Oregon Store (https://apps3.oregon.gov) to downloadable a PDF to save on mobile or print and carry with you. If it’s your first time using the Boat Oregon Store, you can find help at www.oregon.gov/ osmb/title-registration/Pages/ Online-Store-Help.aspx Learn more at www.oregon. gov/osmb/boater-info/Pages/ AIS-FAQs.aspx

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SROA RECREATION

Hours & Operations Entry and Reservation Info No General Admission entry at this time

1. TIMED SWIM SESSIONS

1. WHAT IS AVAILABLE? • • • • • • • •

* 40 min sessions, 6:30am-9:25am available to SROA Member Preference IDs and SROA Recreation Plus Program cards and SROA Guest Passes ONLY.

Thursday-Monday

2. WHAT IS CLOSED/NOT AVAILABLE?

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9:15am - 10:45am 11:00am - 12:30pm 12:45pm-2:15pm 2:30pm-4:00pm

One session per person per day MEMBERS ONLY TIME: An additional exclusive swim

session from 4:15pm-5:45pm will be available to SROA Member Preference ID holders and their guests, up to 4 guests per ID holder (guests must have a valid SROA Member Guest Pass or $6 per guest to enter).

Lazy river Tot Pool/Sand Play Area Basketball Hoop (Indoor Pool) Volleyball Net (Indoor Pool) Float toys: Shark & Logs Hot Tub Water Fountains (refilling stations available) Lockers Lounge Chairs (bring your own folding chair) Water Fitness/Swim Lessons Splashy Hour/Central Oregon Sundays SHARC Bite Cafe

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2. ENTRY ACCESS Walk-in ONLY - first come, first served • All people in a party must be present 15 minutes prior to the session time. If someone is not present while we are counting the 200, then they do not get access. •

Recreation Plus Cards can only be used for entry ONCE PER DAY.

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First come, first served. No priority line for members during the first four sessions.

One of the following is required for entry (per person 4 years and older):

SROA Recreation Plus Card*: FREE SROA Member Preference ID*: FREE SROA Member Accompanied Guest**: $6 SROA Member Guest Pass: FREE

• Come swim ready! (limited locker room access & no lockers available) • Towel (no towel service available) • Folding Chair (lounge chairs will not be available) • Water Bottle (metal or plastic only - NO GLASS!) • Face Covering ( highly recommend but not required - No masks in pools)

4. AS A REMINDER.... • Bring SROA Recreation Plus Cards/SROA Member Preference IDs, SROA Member Guest Pass to enter • Reusable swim diaper required for children not toilet trained • No outside food or drink (water and light snacks available for purchase)

* Must be valid ** Up to 4 guests

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3. OCCUPANCY RESTRICTIONS Maximum occupancy is 200 people at any given time. This occupancy is for the entire facility including: • Indoor and outdoor spaces • Locker rooms/restrooms • Member Fitness Center (SROA property owners only) • Groups must be 10 or less. • Occupancy restrictions required by Oregon Health Authority.

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Waterslides Outdoor Pools (Tot Pool/Lazy River Closed) Indoor Pool (Max Occupancy - 31 People) Limited Shower/Locker Room Access Deck Shower Restrooms/Family Changing Room H2O Refilling Stations Lap Swim* (Reservations Required - link available at www.sunriversharc.com)

The following swim sessions will be available to SROA Member Preferences IDs (and guests), SROA Member Guest Passes and SROA Recreation Plus Cards ONLY: (not available Tuesdays & Wednesdays)

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Sanitize your hands regularly Stay home if you are sick Face covering required (No masks allowed in pools) Maintain social distancing Limit group size (10 ppl or less) Reusable diaper required for small children not potty trained 7. Break for the bathroom regularly 8. Stay hydrated (refilling station available)

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Member Services

Member Fitness Center

Daily | 7:30am-5:30pm (reservation only) Limited to 1-hour workout sessions (7:30am, 9am, 10:30am, 12pm, 1:30pm, 3pm, 4:30pm) and a maximum of 8 people during each time frame to allow cleaning between sessions. 1. Book an online appointment at the following address: https://www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/S4SHNZ Sign up steps: • Select “Classes” tab • Select date and time of desired appointment • Enter required information • Click “Book My Visit” • If you are unable to keep your appointment, please cancel / delete your appointment ASAP to allow for another owner to access the center.

Daily | By appointment 8:45-10:30am & 1-3pm, Walk-in 11am-1pm & 3-4:30pm 1. Book an online appointment at the following address: https: //www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/S4SHNZ 2. Only one member allowed in at a time unless additional members need a new card or updated photo. 3. Renewing your Member Preference ID card? • No need to make an appointment or visit the facility, renewals can be done over the phone. Call 541-585-3147.

Disc Golf

Daily | 9am – 4:30pm at SHARC • Call to rent discs at 541-585-5000 (you may use your own discs) - Rental Rates: Free for SROA Member Preference ID, SROA Recreation Plus Cards, SROA Member Guest Pass; $5 General Public • Return discs to the “used disc” bin at SHARC where staff will return your collateral and sanitize the discs for future use.

2. Booking Restrictions: • Booking allowed no more than three days in advance. • Booking required 45 min prior to appointment time. • Members can sign up and bring one accompanied guest at time of registration. Accompanied guest must have a SROA Guest Pass or $9 for entry.

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3. Fitness Center Access Requirements: • A face covering required during your workout • Wipe down equipment before and after use • Please return used towels and mats to the designated bins located in the fitness center. • Please sanitize your hands regularly with provided sanitizer • Maintain social distancing of 6 feet from others at all times.

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Daily | 9am – 4:30pm • Available courts include: Tennis Hill, North Courts, Meadow Village, Cottonwood Courts and Pickleball Courts at Fort Rock • Open to Member Preference IDs, Recreation Plus cards and the general admission • Play is by reservation only up to 3 days in advance by calling 541-593-5707 • Play time will be 85 minutes per reservation (9am, 10:30am, 12pm,1:30pm, 3pm) • One reservation per player or group, per day • Players will be required to mark equipment and use only their own ball for play • Equipment will be available for rent. • Paddles available for purchase.

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Empowerment tips for wildfire season As Oregon heads into the 2020 wildfire season, there are actions each of us can do to prepare ourselves, our families and our homes. Preparing your family in advance of an emergency is important. The Oregon Office of Emergency Management encourages individuals and families to be “2 Weeks Ready” (www.youtube.com/ watch?v=8Li1ODLbi2M) – a tangible action that creates self-sufficiency for at least 14 days in the midst or in the aftermath of an emergency or disaster. Have a “go kit,” make an action plan and communicate the plan with your family. In addition, be familiar with “Ready, Set, Go” emergency evacuation levels and sign up for emergency alerts in your county to receive evacuation notifications. “We can all do our part when it comes to prevention and

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knowing what to do when wildfire threatens our home and our community,” said OEM Director Andrew Phelps. “In spite of the countless ways COVID-19 has changed our lives, these steps can help heighten levels of certainty and empowerment when it comes to personal safety. The statewide evacuation system is used to notify communities facing a threat, or potential

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SSD board monthly meeting summary public safety The Sunriver Service District Managing Board held its regular meeting on July 16, 2020. Board members present: Ron Schmid, Jim Fister, Bill Hepburn, Dennis Dishaw, Mark Murray, Ron Stephens and John Ralston. SSD staff present: Chief Cory Darling, Chief Tim Moor, Mike Womer, Rod Bjorvik, Debbie Baker and Candice Trapp. The meeting started with the board sharing their condolences with the wife and family of Al Braemer, who passed away on June 24. Braemer helped form the Sunriver Service District and was a former member of the SSD board. “Thanks for sharing him,” noted director Jim Fister. “(Al) really did make our district safer.” Public input -None

Consent Agenda –Approved June 18, 2020 regular SSD board meeting minutes as written. –Approved June 30, 2020 special board meeting minutes. –Approved SROA monthly invoice in the amount of $14,192.10. –Approved revised invoice for police vehicle in the amount of $39,167.52. –Approved police service agreement with Deschutes 911. –Approved chair’s signature to contract for police use of Bend Police shooting range. –Approved chair’s signature for Medical Director contract. –Approved (budgeted) purchase order for a power lift for gurney in the amount of $24,291.76. Old business –Strategic Plan: Director Fister noted that any proposed changes by the board

Financial Report

Year-to-date as of June 30, 2020:

Total Revenues................................................. $5,444,751 Police Personnel, Materials & Services................ $1,793,802 Fire Personnel, Materials & Services................... $2,414,729 Bike Patrol........................................................ $72,432 General Personnel, Materials & Services............. $195,921

be submitted prior to the August board meeting in preparation of eventual release for public review and input. –COVID Task Force: Messaging continues to inform visitors of pathway rules, mask wearing and social distancing requirements. –Community Wildfire Protection Plan: Boone Zimmerlee, Deschutes County Fire Adapted Communities Coordinator, gave a brief presentation on updates and revisions to Sunriver’s CWPP. The plan will soon go out for 30-day review before it is signed by all entities involved. New business –Approved fire chief Moor to sign the cooperative agreement with the U.S. Forest Service and Deschutes National Forest. This agreement is to provide mutual aid to one another in adjacent areas of jurisdiction in the event of a wildfire. –Employee handbook is under review and being updated to ensure and reflect policies are up-to-date with current laws (eg: harassment, FMLA, etc.). –Heard a proposal for installing electronic door locks at fire and police departments for better security. The non-budgeted cost is just over $22,265. –Heard discussion on district’s adjusted five-year financial forecast. The district is continuing with a levy rate of $3.31 per thousand throughout the forecast period. The greatest expenses

coming are health/dental insurance at 5% and PERS contributions will increase at 20% for 2021-22; 3% for 2022-23; 20% for 2023-24; 3% for 2024-25. –Approved the June 30, 2020 unaudited financials. Chief reports Police –Met with COTA to discuss response to new bike trail system west of Sunriver, but within the Sunriver Service District’s emergency response area. –Met with AT&T First Net and Deschutes County 911 to discuss data service. –Gave testimony to the Joint Judicial Committee on transparent policing and use of force reform. –Took delivery of a new police vehicle. –Received 15 calls related to fireworks. –In process of onboarding an additional bike patrol officer. –Officers attended various training, including –In June, the Sunriver Police Department received 650 calls for service, 48 of which were emergencies. Officers responded to 21 suspicious persons or prowlers, conducted 177 security checks, 84 traffic stops, provided 31 community-policing responses, there were 2 violations of SROA Rules & Regulations,

Staying safe on the river and other summer safety precautions By Jim Bennett There is so much natural beauty in and around Sunriver that it is hard to pick a favorite, but certainly one feature that really stands out and attracts countless residents and visitors every day is our beautiful Deschutes River. The river can be deceiving. It appears relatively slow and tranquil in spots as well as seemingly deep, and almost pond like in some areas. It is gorgeous to look

at, to relax next to and to recreate safely in it, however as with all-natural features there are hazards, we must be aware of. Earlier this summer members of our Police and Fire Departments were provided training by the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue Team on water rescue, specifically using life ropes. The training included police officers and firefighters practicing rescue techniques of persons (simulat-

ed by members of search and rescue) unable to get to shore. To avoid needing our trained rescuers, here are some important river safety tips: • Just because you do not see rapids, does not mean the river is slow moving. The river is deceiving, and the current is much stronger than you expect. • There can be underwater obstructions (rocks, fallen trees, etc.), so do not expect a seemingly deep part of the river to be

all that deep. • Wear a lifejacket. If you are recreating on the river, wear a flotation vest as you never know when something unexpected could happen that even the best swimmer cannot overcome. Remember, children 12 and under are required to wear a lifejacket when boating on a waterway in Oregon. • Falls ahead! There are rapids Turn to River, page 27

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Sunriver You offering outdoor classes By Helen Heeren Sunriver You is excited to offer some outdoor classes in August, bringing together people who know stuff with people who want to learn stuff, physically distanced of course. Did you know you can sign up to be on our emailing list? We send out emails to those on the list with the latest Sunriver You information and new class offerings that for timing reasons may not make it into the Sunriver Scene. Contact us at info@sunriveryou.com or find the link at www.sun riveryou.com if you would like to receive our emails, have class suggestions, or would be willing to teach a class. Classes are open to all, but reserving a space is required (Tai Chi in August is not reSunriver Holy Trinity Church Please join us for mass • Saturday at 5:30 pm • Sunday at 8 am

quiring advance registration – just show up). The links to register for the classes below can be found at www.sunriv eryou.com and the location of

the class is shown once you’re registered. Learn to play Pétanque Tuesday Aug. 11, 10-11 a.m. and Wednesday August 12, 10-11 a.m. Learn to play this popular French outdoor game which is similar to bocce, horseshoes and lawn bowling. The game is easy to learn and does not require particular abilities or experience. This social game is ideal for Sunriver’s warm summer days. Gary Bigham has 20 years of experience playing Pétanque and involvement with Pétan-

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que clubs in Seattle, Portland and Sunriver. He will explain the rules of the game and then guide the participants in playing. You can sign up for just one or both classes. How to walk, hike with less pain and more efficiency Wednesday, Aug. 19, 12–2 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 25, 12-2 p.m. This will be a fun and educational session analyzing your posture and stride to discover your strengths and weaknesses. Good posture and alignment are key to pain-free movement. Find out why you might be in pain after a day’s hike, or even a short walk. Learn the difference between walking and hiking, how to hike uphill without hurting your low back, and downhill without hurting your knees. Bring your backpack to learn its best, ergonomic fit. We are anticipating lots of interest so this class will be given twice. Please only sign up for one of the sessions. The class is taught by Judy Cameron who was a

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as yoga standing up, moving meditation and no-sweat exercise. Please join us every Sunday evening in August for a quick introduction and then 30 minutes of Tai Chi led by Dan Hilburn. The class is open to everyone, no registration required, come to one or all of the sessions. Please note the varied start times. This is so we can watch the sun set as we exercise. Cardinal Bridge, near circle 5, has NO parking for cars. Hop on your bike or walk over. We will be spaced far enough apart for safe social distancing. Our leader became interested in Tai Chi when he looked into exercises for improving balance. After retirement, it became a regular part of his routine. No prior experience is necessary for these unique sessions.

Online form for filing COVID-19 complaints with OSHA online system is just as fast – if not faster – at absorbing complaints and allowing us to efficiently respond to them.” Oregon OSHA, a division of the Department of Consumer and Business Services, enforces the state’s workplace safety and health rules and works to improve workplace safety and health for all Oregon workers. For more information, visit osha.oregon.gov The Department of Consumer and Business Services is Oregon’s largest business regulatory and consumer protection agency. For more information, go to www.dcbs. oregon.gov

As Oregon OSHA continues to process and evaluate complaints related to COVID-19, the division encourages workers and members of the public to use its online workplace hazard reporting form at https:// osha.oregon.gov/workers/Pag es/index.aspx While people may still call the division with complaints, the online reporting form offers a quicker way to bring concerns to the division’s attention. “We will continue to take phone calls about workplace hazards concerning the novel coronavirus,” said Michael Wood, administrator for Oregon OSHA. “However, our

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Rotary’s special partnership with La Pine’s Parks & Rec By Andrea Hine “Our goal in fundraising efforts is to have a lasting impact on those who receive them,” explained Cheri Martinen, outgoing president of The Rotary Club of Sunriver-La Pine. “We also like to support youth and at-risk adults and the elderly. And while quarterly grants have been awarded to other organizations in southern Deschutes County throughout the year, our partnership with La Pine’s Parks & Rec is special.” Karen Miller, executive director of La Pine Parks & Rec, couldn’t agree more.“Rotary has been a staunch supporter of our HUB after-school program, helping to fund swimming lessons in the winter at SHARC in Sunriver, and taking care of transportation needs, among

Left to right: Cheri Martinen, president of The Rotary Club of Sunriver-La Pine for 2019-2020; Bea Leach Hatler, Rotary’s incoming president; Rob Wright, president of South Central Little League; and Karen Miller, executive director of La Pine Parks & Rec celebrate Rotary’s support of Finley Butte Park’s ballfields and sports complex in La Pine.

always be grateful for this deciother valuable contributions. “In wanting to do a larger sion. Its financial contributions project, Rotary chose to ‘adopt Turn to Rotary, page 28 Finley Butte Park’ – and we will

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the event. Although the event is free to the public, a suggested donation of non-perishable foods will benefit a local nonprofit organization. Attendees need to follow all COVID-19 guidelines set by the state. This event is tentative based on restrictions due to COVID-19. For additional information, contact the Sunriver Police Department at 541-593-1014.

–In June, there were 47 calls for the Sunriver Fire Department, which included 44 EMS continued from page 25 19 lost/found property and 8 calls, 13 public service assistance calls, two vehicle accidents and arrests. seven fire responses. Fire –Although busy, the depart- Administration –Worked on the Strategic ment’s calls were down about Plan draft. 30%. –Secured legal review for an –The department continues to follow COVID-19 precau- agreement for actuarial review tions and protocols for emer- valuation to analyze the liability of post-employment benefits, gency responses. –Crews have responded to which is required to be reported several “fire pit” calls. Fire pits, fire bowls or any open-flame fire is prohibited in Sunriver. –Seasonal paramedic academy training, water tender training and other certifications were conducted. –Received 23 applications for two, full-time firefighter positions. Candidates will be evaluated and go through written testing with final hires in September. –Department has fielded numerous ladder fuel/debris complaints and is educating the public on pickup protocols.

and part of the annual financial audit. –Depositions for an underway lawsuit were held in July. Chief Darling, Lt. Womer and administrator Baker were named in the lawsuit and deposed. Other witnesses were also deposed. –iPads were purchased for board members to be used for reviewing meeting documents, etc. as part of a switch to paperless board books as well as used

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for virtual meetings. –Met with SROA general manager James Lewis to discuss a rental registry project. Other business – The meeting adjourned at 4:57 p.m. – The next regular meeting

of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 13, 3 p.m. at the Sunriver Fire Station Training Room, 57475 Abbot Drive in Sunriver. Approved meeting minutes are posted to www.sunriversd. org as available.

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Shred, drug disposal event coming in September On Saturday, Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., the Sunriver Police Department will sponsor their annual shredding and prescription medication drop-off event. The event will be held in the front parking lot of the Sunriver Police Department at 57455 Abbot Drive (between Circles 3 & 4). SecureShred, a division of Bend Garbage & Recycling, will collect and shred personal documents. This event

and waterfalls on the river. If you are floating on the river do your homework ahead of time and know where to pull your raft or canoe out before you go. • Do all dogs swim? Just like humans there is some built in intuition to swim, however, just like humans there are strong swimmers and not-so-strong swimmers. Know the abilities of your pet and keep in mind that even a great swimmer can get cold and exhausted in our river. • There is no diving or jumping from the Cardinal Landing Bridge, there are dangerous underwater obstructions. Since we have talked about water, it only seems appropriate to talk about fire. It is wildfire season and we hope, as always, to have one that is mild and certainly not impactful to our community. However, each summer public safety responders go to numerous unlawful fires in Sunriver. Fortunately, in most cases they have not caused an uncontrolled fire, but they could. Please keep Sunriver fire free and comply with the prohibition on all open fire within our community (no charcoal or wood barbecues, firepits, open burning, fireworks, etc.). It’s all about the masks! Nearly every day there is new information released within the state and federal governments about best practices, safety guidelines and requirements to keep us safe during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. At the time of this article, and due to an increase in cases, we are under a mask requirement

for all persons in indoor public spaces. An outdoor mask mandate was also required in areas six-foot social distancing can’t be maintained (such as on pathways). There are other safety steps we can all take to prevent the spread of the virus, but it can be easy to let our guard down and slip into a sense of normalcy when we don’t see a lot of active cases locally. • Wash your hands! Using appropriate hand sanitizer or going old school (but good school) soap and water. Imagine all the germs your hands encounter each day and one of them could be the virus we are trying to stop. • Seriously, social distancing. It can be so tempting to let our social distancing mindset slip when it appears everyone around us is so healthy, but keep in mind there are persons who are asymptomatic and may never even know they are a carrier. For the time being, keep that minimum six-foot distance in place. • A cough, a fever, difficulty breathing? If you believe you may have the virus, please take care of your loved ones, friends and all the rest of us, by isolating and contacting your primary care physician (by phone). There are testing options available now and your medical provider can direct you to the right place for testing. Keep up to date on the virus and the state and local response by visiting healthoregon.org/ coronavirus. Stay safe, stay healthy! Jim Bennet is the Public Information Officer for Sunriver Fire Department.

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Red Cross needs local volunteers due to COVID-19 Experts say the Pacific Northwest could be in for a busy wildfire season this summer and the American Red Cross needs volunteers to help in our local communities. “The coronavirus pandemic will make it challenging to deploy trained disaster volunteers from other parts of the country should a large emergency occur in Oregon or Southwest Washington. In light of this, the Red Cross is asking you to be ready to help your community,” said Rebecca Marshall, Regional Disaster Officer, Red Cross Cascades Region. “Train now to be a Red Cross volunteer and answer the call to help if the need arises here in our region.” Full information on volunteer opportunities is available here. Shelter Help Needed: There is a special need for volunteers to support sheltering efforts. Because of COVID-19, the Red Cross is placing those needing a safe place to stay in emergency

hotel lodging when possible. If hotel stays aren’t possible, then the Red Cross will open traditional shelters. To help keep people safe, we have put in place additional precautions and developed special training for our workforce. We need volunteers to help staff shelter reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information collection and other vital tasks to help those we serve. We have both associate and supervisory level opportunities available. Health Services Support Needed: If you are an RN, LPN, LVN, APRN, NP, EMT, paramedic, MD/DO or PA with an active, current and unencumbered license, the Red Cross needs your support. Volunteers are needed in shelters to help assess people’s health. Daily observation and health screening for COVID-19-like illness among shelter residents may also be required. RNs supervise

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maintenance. According to Bea Leech Hatler, Rotary’s incoming president, there’s even more support to come. “We are looking forward to the future with La Pine Parks & Rec and South Central Little League to continue improving Finley Butte’s ballfields and sports complex,” she said. “Our Rotary partner has been very generous in sponsoring key building projects such as those at Finley Butte,” Miller responded, “and set an example for other organizations to step up. Both La Pine Parks & Rec and the community have benefitted as a result.”

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– totaling more than $24,000 over the past two years – have paid for rubber backstops, four dugouts with storage, fencing to separate the crowd from the players, and a sorely-needed infield irrigation system to keep the dust down. According to Miller, Rotary’s involvement made other people and organizations excited about getting on board. For example, South Central Little League donated $14,000 worth of sod for field No. 2, and helped “behind the scenes” with ongoing

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of persons with special needs, and in some cases, pets and livestock. • Level 2 evacuation means “BE SET” to evacuate. You should be ready to leave at a moment’s notice as this level indicates there is significant danger to your area. Residents should be prepared to voluntarily relocate to a shelter or with family/friends outside of the affected area. Residents may have time to gather necessary items, but doing so is at their own risk. • Level 3 evacuation means “GO.” Leave immediately! Danger to your area is current or imminent. If you choose to ignore this advisement, emergency services may not be available to assist you further. Do not delay leaving to gather any belongings or make efforts to protect your home. Each year, OEM partners with the Department of Forestry, the Office of the State Fire Marshal, Keep Oregon Green and other state agencies to promote wildfire awareness and preparedness. For more information on how to be “2 Weeks Ready,” or other personal preparedness resources, visit www. oregon.gov/oem/2WeeksReady. –Source: Oregon Office of Emergency Management

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BAC = Blood Alcohol Content DCJ = Deschutes County Jail DCSO = Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office DOA = Dead On Arrival DUII = Driving Under Influence of Intoxicants DWS = Driving While Suspended GOA = Gone On Arrival MVA = Motor Vehicle Accident

OSP = Oregon State Police RP = Reporting Person R&Rs = Rules & Regulations SCMC = St. Charles Medical Center SFD = Sunriver Fire Department SFST = Standardized Field Sobriety Test UTL = Unable To Locate

6-1 Officer took a report of a rental property scam on Pinnacle Lane. 6-2 RP flagged an officer down to report losing his wallet in or around the Village Bar & Grill. 6-2 Report of an attempted computer crime. 6-6 Officer contacted a suspicious vehicle on Imnaha and subsequently arrested the driver for probation violation. 6-6 Cited a subject on Wild Lily Lane for a minor in possession and open container while driving. 6-8 Officer took possession of a gun found at a Beaver Drive vacation rental. Owner was located. 6-8 Responded to graffiti on pathway signs and electrical boxes in the area of Ponderosa Road. 6-12 Responded to dog bite at Hart Mountain location. 6-13 Took a report of a dog biting another dog at an Irish Mountain home. 6-15 Officer responded to the Coyote Lane location for a code violation regarding a boat being parked in excess of 48 hrs. Contact made with the owner who said the boat would be leaving at noon. Owner was referred to SROA for parking options in the future. Verbal warning given. 6-15 Officer responded to Bobcat Lane for report of parking violations. Officer arrived and located several construction vehicles with permits allowing them to roadside park. Officer requested they move to allow more space for emergency vehicle access. 6-15 Officer was dispatched to Gosling Lane for a noise complaint and unwanted person(s). Officer made contact with a female and asked her to keep the noise to a minimum during the evening hours and provided an alternative area to play frisbee with the children at Fort Rock Park so they don’t go into the yards of other residences. 6-22 Report of injury bicycle crash at ride-through tunnel under Abbot Drive. 6-22 Officer was dispatched to a noise complaint at a White Elm address. Officer could hear music and loud voices from the opposite side of White Elm Lane. Made contact with loud subjects and explained noise rules. The group complied and understood that if they got reported again they could receive a fine. 6-23 Report of criminal mischief at the SHARC pool area. Numerous items were thrown into the pool and lazy river. 6-23 Dispatched to Circle 4 location for a fireworks complaint. Upon arrival officer did not hear or see any fireworks in the area. Made contact with the RP and who stated that the family had left after lighting a few off and was unsure where they were. 6-23 Responded to Mt. Baker location for a noise complaint. Informed contact of quiet hours and asked to lower the music and quiet their voices if they were going to be outside in the hot tub. 6-24 Officer was dispatched to Rogue Lane location for a noise complaint. Subject was renting the residence from his grandparents. Informed subject of quiet hours and let him know that if we came out again he could be subject to a citation. 6-24 Officer located four garbage bags containing alcohol containers and assorted biohazards intentionally dumped in the SHARC basketball court parking lot. Officer transported and disposed of the bags. 6-25 Hit and run to a Sunriver light pole on Imnaha. Officer later learned SROA Public Works was already aware, but the incident had not been documented. 6-25 RP reported shots fired across Deschutes River towards Mary McCallum Park. Officer arrived in the area and contacted two individuals. Subjects advised they were in a legal shooting zone, but were firing towards a park. Verbal warning issued. 6-25 RP reported graffiti written on the pathway behind his home on Rocky Mountain. The writing was done in chalk and was not obscene or threatening. No action was taken. 6-25 Officer was dispatched to the Sunriver Resort regarding an unauthorized use of a golf cart. Two subjects were cited and released. 6-26 Officer was contacted by two children who reported they were looking for two missing adults who were special needs. Checked in with the adult at the vacation home on Silver Fir who reported that they had found the two missing persons. 6-30 Officer responded to report of fireworks at a Loon Lane location. RP stated he had a cap style toy gun that made a loud bang. Officer asked RP to avoid using the toy until after the holiday and he agreed. Call was unfounded. SUNRIVER SCENE • AUGUST 2020

STARS actor profile: Susan Evans-Inman By Fred Sackett Susan Louise Evans was born Jan. 16, 1935 in Palo Alto, California. At 4 years old Evans was named Queen of the May Day Parade in Palo Alto. The mayor had seen her dancing on the top of her mother’s car, and thought she would be a great queen. During World War II, her father joined the Navy and was stationed at the Naval Supply Depot in Dishman, Washington and the family lived in Spokane. While in Spokane, Susan took ice skating lessons and became a competitive figure skater. At age 7, she won third place in a competition, and also was a daffodil in the Ice Follies. When the war ended the family moved back to Palo Alto where Susan finished the fifth and sixth grades. She then attended Jordan Junior High and Palo Alto High School – graduating in 1953. She participated in children’s theater and performed in high school productions. She also participated in tap, ballet dancing, and acrobatics. Future husband Jerry Lou Inman moved to Palo Alto in 1950. Susan invited him to a Sa-

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die Hawkins dance and kickedoff their romance. During those years she took private voice lessons. During this time an exchange student invited Susan to come to her home in Denmark. While there she took fencing lessons, plastique (combination of modern dance and gymnastics), and voice lessons from a member of the Royal Danish Opera. Susan and Jerry learned they could not get married in Denmark due to the laws there, so

because of the interesting places the couple had encountered and experienced. Upon returning to Palo Alto, Jerry and Susan both studied at Stanford. Susan was busy with school, a job and had no time for the theater. Jerry graduated in 1956 and was immediately hired by the U.S. Information Agency. The couple moved to Washington, DC. Jerry was then assigned as a junior officer trainee to Manila, The Philippines in 1957. He was then temporarily assigned to the island of Cebu where he represented the embassy as the acting branch Public Affairs Officer. This post was for one year and then transferred to Taegu, South Korea. Named branch public affairs officer, Jerry became the only U.S. Embassy representative in Taegu. Unfortunately, before they could move Susan moved to Rome to live to Taegu, their assigned home with friends. With marriage laws was washed away in a flood. less strict in Italy, Jerry flew to Susan was expecting their third Rome where they were married in June 1954 in St Paul’s Within The Walls church (not to be confused with the more famous Basilica of St. Paul Outside The Walls church). The couple honeymooned in Europe, including Copenhagen and other western European countries. Jerry had thought he might like to be a geophysical engineer, but on this trip he was drawn to diplomacy

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child so they temporarily lived in the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo before finally moving to Taegu. In 1962, the Inmans returned home to the U.S. and Jerry attended language school to learn Spanish. Then it was off to Venezuela as an assistant cultural attaché. There was an anti-American atmosphere and terrorists were very active, but the Inmans refused to leave. Susan taught English as a Second Language (ESL), and again

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Book clubs continue virtually By Deon Stonehouse Book Clubs are a good way to keep in touch, interact with others interested in reading and talk about books. For the foreseeable future Book Clubs will be by Zoom. Everyone is welcome. Get in touch at Sunriver Books & Music to let us know if you would like to attend. Aug. 10 Mystery Book Club discusses “The Widows of Malabar Hill” by Sujata Massey Fascinating detail about life in 1920’s Bombay combines with a clever mystery to make this a pleasure to read. Perveen Mistry has overcome the poor decisions of her youth that have imbued in her a passion for woman’s rights, achieved a degree in law at Oxford, and joined her father’s law firm as the first woman to practice law in India. While she is not allowed to argue cases in court as the wheels of change grinde slowly, she is able to help with all the contractual aspects of a law practice. To this end, looking over the estate of Omar Farid, she notices some suspicious aspects to the paperwork and is concerned about the welfare of the three widows who live in strict purdah. Of course there will be something less than on the up and up, a murder will occur, and Parveen will be involved in the investigation. What really sets this engaging series launch apart is the great use of interesting historic detail. This is a good beginning to a series that should be fun to read with the next book eagerly anticipated.

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engaged a voice coach to pursue that passion. Susan became involved in theater there and performed in “Teahouse of the August Moon,” “South Pacific,” “Bye Bye Birdie” and “Kiss Me Kate.” She was also a on the board of the Caracas Theater Club. In 1965 Jerry was assigned to Japan, ended up in Tokyo and enrolled their children in private schools. After a brief time in Tokyo, Jerry was assigned back to DC. The family enjoyed their return to the states aboard the USS President Cleveland. Between 1974 and 1978 Jerry received his favorite assignment as a cultural affairs attaché of the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City. While there Susan performed in several musicals. She and son Chris also performed in “Of Thee I Sing” by George Gershwin. The Mexico assignment ended in 1978, and the Inmans were again sent to DC. With their children now grown, the couple returned to Japan in 1983 for what Jerry referred to as “retreading” in the Japanese language for six months. Jerry was then assigned to the U.S. Embassy as the deputy Public Affairs. In her years with the Asia Foundation in Tokyo, Susan resumed her participation with the Tokyo Theater for Children – which traveled to schools and Army bases performing shows. Susan was on the theater’s board and, at one time, the members SUNRIVER SCENE • AUGUST 2020

of the board resigned due to other assignments and she was left with a floundering organization. However, the theater had funds and Susan was determined to give it one last try. She organized a production of “Cinderella” and played the Fairy Godmother. The show was such a success that others picked up the torch and the theater was saved. In the years prior to retirement, the Inmans were first introduced to Sunriver when visitors from Seattle came to Japan and told them about the skiing on Mt. Bachelor. They came on an exploratory visit. They decided not to retire in California where they had previously purchased property, but returned to Oregon and purchased a Wildflower Condo in 1994. Although still living in Japan, they also purchased acreage and a home on Gatehouse Lane off of Big River Drive south of Sunriver. Jerry re-retired in 1998, so the couple returned

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Aug. 24 the Fiction Book Club discusses “Deep River” by Karl Marlantes. In 1901, Finland was ruled by Russia, its young men drafted to serve in the Russian army, dissent ruthlessly put down. Aino’s older brother escaped to America. Her passions for political action were ignited by her teacher and a copy of Karl Marx’s Communist Manifesto. Those passions deepened when Russian soldiers were billeted in the family’s meager farmhouse, eating the best of the rapidly diminishing food supply. Any attempt to protect themselves, to defy Russian cruelty was met with crushing force. As Aino fell in love and became more involved in defying the Russians, she learned first-hand the cost of resistance. She fled to her brother in America, near Astoria, there she defied custom by refusing to marry, and becoming involved in the labor movement. Her story is seamlessly entwined with the history of the Pacific Northwest, a history that included charismatic Joe Hill and the labor movement. If you enjoy two days off a week and an eight-hour work day, thank the labor movement. They fought hard for more humane working conditions. Deep Creek is not only a story of history, it is also the story of a strong, independent woman’s struggles to balance family and commitment to a cause. When Aino does marry, it is no surprise that her passion for the greater good and damage at the hands of the Russians do not

By Deon Stonehouse Saturday, Aug. 22 at 5:30 p.m. Keith McCafferty presents his latest, “The Bangtail Ghost” in a Zoom event. Please send an email to sunriveriverbooks@ sunriverbooks.com to preorder a book and arrange to receive the link to attend. I was asked what mysteries I am looking forward to reading, it was an easy question to answer: McCafferty’s “The Bangtail Ghost” in his Sean Stranahan series releasing Aug. 18 and Craig Johnson’s “Next to Last Stand” in the Walt Longmire series releasing on Sept. 22. These two men do not disappoint and always tell a good story. Can’t wait to read their latest. McCafferty kindly sent me a few chapters of “The Bangtail Ghost” and I can tell you the writing is beautiful, catching the

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incessantly knitting alpaca lace shawls and chemotherapy caps. She always makes time, however, for her love of the performing arts – both as a supporter and a participant. In 2011, she and Jerry met with Victoria Kristy and the dream of the Sunriver STARS Community Theater took shape. She was the vice president of the board for a while, and most recently the corre-

sponding secretary. Susan has performed in, or directed 22 of 27 STARS productions. To say the least, Susan Evans Inman has given theater in Bend, Sunriver and faraway places her talent, time and resources. We are pleased to have Susan contributing her expertise to the board as well as performing in our plays, and we are proud to include her in our stories of the stars.

from Japan and moved into the home on Gatehouse Lane and started raising alpacas. In 2005 the Inman’s purchased a farm northeast of Bend. Jerry passed away in July 2015 and Susan continues to live and work on the farm. This history gives the reader a rundown of the pre-Sunriver life of Susan as she supported her husband in the jobs and adventures they took. Once Susan and Jerry arrived in Central Oregon she got involved in Second Street Theater where she performed in “Voices ” directed by Sandy Silver and “Working.” At the Cascade Theatrical Company she performed in “Oliver” and “The Spitfire Grille.” At the Tower Theater she performed as Yente in “Fiddler on the Roof” and was Benjamin Franklin in “1776” with the Obsidian Opera, along with other Central Oregon productions. Susan is a great-great grandmother and calls herself a certifiable “knitwit" because she is

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High Desert Museum’s newest resident Visitors returning to the High Desert Museum after its three-month closure will meet a new mammal in the Museum’s care — an approximately 1-year-old, female gray fox. The as-of-yet unnamed fox arrived at the museum shortly before the facility’s closure to the public. She was found severely malnourished and with a seriously injured hip as a pup in southwestern Oregon. She was brought to Bend after surgery to remove part of her femur. The fox also was wearing a collar around her neck when found. Professional wildlife rehabilitators determined she is habituated to humans, meaning she doesn’t have adequate fear of humans to be able to survive in the wild. The museum’s reopening day on June 17 marked the first time the general public has gotten to see the fox. She is one of the first new mammals to come into the museum’s care in several years. “This gray fox is inquisitive and very active,” says Dana Whitelaw, museum Executive Director. “We’re sure visitors will be delighted with her. And more importantly, the fox serves as an ambassador for her species. We know visitors will take away an appreciation for the important role foxes play in the High Desert ecosystem.” The fox is in an outdoor habitat that’s specially designed for

her needs. The exhibit includes a hollow log, an above-ground shelter, a ground-level shelter and a below ground-level den, as well as two climbing structures, a resting shelf and a variety of rocks and other logs. “This fox is very playful,” says Jon Nelson, museum Curator of Wildlife. “She loves to climb and is extremely agile despite her hip surgery. Gray foxes are both cursorial and arboreal — meaning they both run and climb. The exhibit space we have constructed affords her ample opportunity to do both, and she makes full use of the space to play.” Gray foxes range throughout much of North and Central America. They’re omnivores that typically grow to weigh between eight and 15 pounds, eating small mammals, birds and insects as well as fruit and vegetation. They readily climb trees with their strong, hooked claws. At the museum, the fox enjoys a diet of rats, mice and birds as well as a range of vegetables, seeds, nuts and some fruit. The fox is being crate and target trained to facilitate her care. She receives a wide variety of enrichment — Nelson says catching live crickets and playing with a Kong toy are among her favorites. The naming of the fox will be an auction item at this year’s Virtual High Desert Rendezvous, which takes place on Saturday, Aug. 29. Learn

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feel of Montana. The opening chapters promise an intriguing story. A mountain lion is involved and who can resist a good mystery with a mountain lion? Not me! I am all in for this one. Due to issues related to the pandemic, publishers are not able to provide bookstores with previews of many novels so I asked McCafferty to write a little about “The Bangtail Ghost” and to provide some biographical detail. The following is from McCafferty, a nice guy and an author perfectly able to write a rip-roaring story. “The Bangtail Ghost:” On a cold day in the dead of a Montana winter, a single whisker discovered at a scene of horrific violence suggest that a woman has been attacked and carried away by a mountain lion. Sheriff Martha Ettinger employs her fiancé, part-time detective Sean Stranahan, to “join teams with the dead” and put a name to the gnawed bones and scattered remains, which include fake fingernails and a breast implant that, along with other clues,

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Couple’s dream becomes ‘legacy project’ In addition to being valuable assets to their respective communities: Sunriver Resort, Sunriver Preparatory School, Fairway Village condominiums, Crosswater Club and Woodland golf course in Sunriver – as well as St. Charles Family Care Clinic and Mid-Oregon Credit Union in La Pine – are among notable projects undertaken by Vic Russell Construction. Now, after almost 50 years in business, the company’s owners have broken ground on “The Reserve in the Pines,” a 191-home development in La Pine that is being designed as “a community within a community.” Features include large lot sizes (up to 10,000 square feet), three parks, hundreds of new trees, and 40,000 square feet of turf. Also planned are places to gather (both inside and outside), 18-foot-wide walking paths going all the way through its 55 acres, a dog park, and interior streets whose width of 36 feet provide additional safety for pedestrians and bicyclists. No t t o m e n t i o n t w o 14,000-square-foot mixeduse buildings featuring condominiums and commercial possibilities such as a bakery, pub (perhaps pet friendly with its own “yappy hour”), coffee shop with frozen yogurt and ice cream, athletic facility and office space. “Our goal is to ensure that The Reserve in the Pines is livable, sustainable and affordable

for all ages and lifestyles,” said Vic Russell, “where people can stroll along walking paths, kids can ride their bikes from their homes to a park, and parents can sit up on a knoll and look down at their children playing. Neighbors will know their neighbors.” “We’ve spent a lot of time talking about livability, which has always been important to Vic and me. This emphasis is reflected in both the project’s concept and design – which took 18 months to develop with the really incredible team that Vic put together, including a traffic engineer, land-use attorney, and both a civil and planning engineer,” added Vicki Russell. The community will be governed by CC&Rs (to regulate the appearance and maintenance of the properties), ARC Review and a homeowner’s association. “The Reserve in the Pines is our legacy project. It’s my dream and Vicki’s nightmare,” joked Vic Russell. Elaborating on his choice of the word “nightmare,” Russell provided an example. “Naming streets is like naming a kid. We couldn’t repeat any names that are already in use, even if the streets are located in a different town and zip code such as Bend. But you need to pick your battles.” Land has already been cleared for Phase I of The Reserve in the Pines –- consisting of 51 home sites, walking trails and a

park with its own covered area. Homesites are available starting Aug.1, with construction scheduled to begin this summer, followed by commercial mixeduse in spring 2021. “The uniform reaction to our plans has been positive with a lot of excitement,” noted Russell. “Not only because of features such as parks, underground sprinkler systems to combat fires, and safe streets, but because the customized yet affordable homes will hold their value and be a good investment for people. “There’s also a lot of interest in the condominiums, which has surprised us,” he admitted. “They’ll be good for people who don’t want to leave the

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Sunriver Mens Golf: abbreviated season in full swing, leaderboards Cup (once monthly match- October there are almost a dozBy Paul Grieco Sunriver Mens Golf Club es between Sunriver, Black en SRMGC events left. Those members have enthusiastically Butte Ranch, Widgi Creek offerings are available to view embraced pandemand Eagle Crest Re- on the SRMGC website under ic-generated social sort) because of the “Schedule.” distancing rules for fear of having four golf, to enjoy a trungroups of “foreign” Leaderboards to date competitors in the Some expected notable playcated but most welsame foursomes. As ers from the past have shone come season to help somewhat of a con- brightly in the early-goings with mitigate inevitable feelings of isolation solation, SRMGC a handful of surprises sprinkled and the blahs. While may instead play in for spice. In Match Play, all of the six Match Paul J.Grieco a home and away Bret Mackay took first place Play flights have not event with Black in the first bracket over Mike yet concluded play, some have Butte at some point. The 13th Calhoun with third place yet sped through their brackets to Annual Sunriver Cup that to be determined; brackets two determine champions; the two pits Sunriver vs. Crosswater and three have several matches round Club Championship members is still on for late to complete; in bracket four is slated for mid-August; the August. Additionally, for those Dick Korban is the champion Memorial Tournament trophy members who participate in with new member Don Nolte has been awarded: Surprise! outside events, there are still in second, with third place up It’s not threefor grabs; in time winners bracket five “Keep your sense of humor. There’s enough Brown and Mike StamJohnson; sev- stress in the rest of your life to not let bad ler finished eral members first and are already shots ruin a game you’re supposed to enjoy.” D o n L a r into three-fig~ Amy Alcott, winner of 5 LPGA Majors and Hall of Famer son second, with third ure winnings place undeafter less than six weeks of play. The prover- several left including a cou- cided; and bracket six finds bial cream always seems to rise ple of individual (as opposed remarkable 91-year-young to where it belongs. to partner) events in central Clair Spaulding as champion Unfortunately, COVID-19 Oregon at Juniper and Aspen with Gary Brooks in second has found a way to intrude Lakes in August (go to OGA. and third place to be decided. Partners Bret Mackay and on some of the fun through org to find). the cancelation of the Resort From August through early Jim Montroy won the Memorial Trophy that is typically dedicated to any members who passed away in the past year. They both played extremely well yielding a nifty net 60, with “Monty Montroy” shooting an incredible net 66 (ten hcp) to win individual low net of the day and gobbling up all 18 net skins in the 0-18 Bin Location: East side of the Sunriver Marketplace category with three natural 18160 Cottonwood Rd. Sunriver birdies yielding two net eagles

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and a gross birdie. Just a stroke behind were Don Larson and Ron Morris; and in third place were Art Cervantes and Paul Brennan. As far as cream rising to the top, three members so far have swept low gross first and second positions for three consecutive weeks: Scott Brown, Lyndon Blackwell and Mike Calhoun. In the low net category, Art Cervantes is the sole player to show up twice on the leaderboard to date. The leading money winners thus far, with plenty of season yet to go, are Jim Montroy in first place followed very closely by Scott Brown, Bret Mackay, Eric Selberg and Lyndon Blackwell. The leaders in the 18-Hole Challenge in the 0-18 gross category are Mike Calhoun, leading by two strokes over Mike Davis, followed by Bret Mackay and Stuart Grossman, with four players tied for fifth place. In the net category is

Tom Woodruff with a comfortable lead of five strokes over Terry Tjaden, Kevin Baker and Gene Whisnant with two players tied for fifth place. In the 19–36 net category Ron Peery and John Volkober are tied for first with Dennis Wood in third, followed by Mike Sullivan and Dave Davalos. SRMGC membership New members are welcome. Sunriver residency is not a requirement. Find the SRMGC online at www.srmensgolf. com. Apply for membership using the Annual Membership Registration tab in the menu (on the lower left side of the home page). For more information e-mail SRMGC President Dave Buhaly at srvrbvrdave@icloud.com, or me at the address below. Paul J. Grieco is a director of the Sunriver Men’s Golf Club and may be reached at pjg3sr@ gmail.com

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Sunriver Women’s Golf holds Partnership Tournament The first official golf tournament for the Sunriver Women’s Golf Association took place July 6 and July 8 at Sunriver’s Meadows and Woodlands courses respectively. It was a partnership event where two members of the SWGA joined forces with better-ball scoring over the two days. Members Liz Haberman and Marilyn Rivenburg were the tournament chairs. Winners in Flight 1 were Kathy Frasier and Caryn Barab with a net score of 127. They won in a scorecard playoff with second place winners Helen Brown and Debbie Wightman. Third place went to Sue Wengel and Twenny Bishman with 132. In Flight Two, first place winners were Sue Revere and Denice Gardemeyer with a net score of 126. Second: Andrea Northcote and Carol Woodruff (131) and third: Pam Cappy and Cody Ball (133).

During the tournament, the SWGA also held a “Birdies for Babies” raffle to benefit the Mountain Star Relief Nursery. Haberman and Rivenburg were pleased to announce that the ladies raised more than $1,100 for this worthy cause. They wished to thank all those who donated and to Sunriver Resort for donating rounds of golf to the winners of the raffle. SWGA golfers are looking forward to their Club Championship on Aug.10 and Aug. 12. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of the events the ladies normally enjoy have been cancelled. However they have been able to play a weekly round of golf together without official games or fees, and will continue to do so until Nov. 4. Anyone interested in joining in the fun should contact membership coordinator Sue Wassom at dswassom@comcast.net

The Oregon Bankers Association (OBA) is encouraging consumers to empty out their piggy banks to help small businesses facing coin shortages resulting from pandemic-related shutdowns. When retail establishments closed due to COVID-19 restrictions, the rate of coin recirculation slowed significantly. Consumers migrated to online shopping and the use of debit and credit cards to avoid physical contact associated with using cash. Coins that would have been returned in change were no longer being circulated back into the system. Recirculated coin represents more than 80% of the total supply. The rest of the supply is met by new coin Turn to Coins, page 37

Don’t ignore signs of stroke during the pandemic With hospitals around the country reporting a recent drop in the number of stroke cases arriving in their emergency rooms, some health experts suspect that fear of COVID-19 may be causing people to avoid going to the hospital and calling 911 for non-COVID related medical emergencies, like stroke. “During this pandemic, emergency care professionals like myself are working to provide care for those who need it. So much of what we do is time sensitive. We are particularly aware of the ‘Big Four,’ trauma, sepsis, stroke and heart attack, so it’s important to remember, when it comes to stroke or any medical emergency – call 911 and get to a hospital immediately. Hospitals and urgent care facilities across the nation are open and ready to help,” says Dr. Ben Usatch, medical director at UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital emergency department and assistant professor of Emergency Medicine at

the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Here are a few important things to keep in mind about stroke to protect your health and the health of others: • Emergency preparedness: Not only are emergency healthcare providers working tirelessly to provide care for those who need it, including those showing signs of stroke, they are also taking all necessary steps to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and are trained to treat patients safely. • Time: Time is of the essence. It is critical to call 911 immediately if a stroke is suspected. • Stroke signs: The signs of stroke can be subtle and hard to recognize, so educating yourself and others is key to noticing and responding quickly. Keep the acronym BE FAST in mind to help you identify some of the signs of stroke in yourself or a loved one. BE FAST stands for Balance, Eyes, Face, Arm, Speech, Time, and refers to

these signs of stroke: difficulty with balance, vision loss, droopy facial appearance, arm weakness, slurred speech – as well as the need to act quickly when these symptoms present. • Sudden onset: While the BE FAST signs are most common, the sudden onset of any of these 10 signs and symptoms could mean stroke: confusion, difficulty understanding, dizziness, loss of balance, numbness, severe headache, trouble speaking, trouble walking, vision changes and weakness. • Risk factors: Though strokes affect people of all ages and backgrounds, being advised of risk factors is important. While some risk factors are beyond one’s control, including family health

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track for millennials, where typically both parents are working, but they still want to play.” The Russells noted that “the project will provide needed workforce housing, as well as huge tax revenues for the City of La Pine – which is a win-win for everybody.” This is not to say that The Reserve in the Pines – initially conceived more than a decade ago – hasn’t taken a toll on the couple. Recently, Vic Russell – known for his hands-on approach despite a disparity in age with his younger work crews – got down in a ditch and lifted a heavy piece of pipe, to the detriment of his back and the chagrin of his wife. “An employee told on you,” Vicki Russell admonished. SUNRIVER SCENE • AUGUST 2020

Several Sunriver-ites participated in the annual Tour des Chutes / Virtual Ride this year. The ride benefits cancer patients and survivors. From left to right: Scott Hall, Dave Cassing, Dan Youman, Mark McConnell, Gary Custozzo and Joe Keenan

than one way, making them ideal to have around the house. continued from page 36 Baking soda for example, has – not people or pets. With a light many potential uses, including scent of lemongrass and no harsh kitchen cleaner, odor eliminator, chemical odors, it’s a powerful itch remedy, vegetable wash, bug solution you can feel good and even as an ingredient for about using around the home. homemade dog toothpaste, to • Multipurpose tools: Many name a few. Likewise, you might people are finding that certain find that pair of scissors a go-to basics can be used in more household item right about now,

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production. As businesses have reopened, demand for coin has increased, but a large portion of coins remain with consumers. “In a normal period of time, more than 4 billion coins are deposited – or recirculated – each month,” says OBA president and CEO Linda Navarro. “Beginning in April, less than 2 billion are being recirculated.” “There is adequate coin in the economy,” added Navarro. “However, the slowed pace of circulation means that a sufficient amount of coin is not readily available where needed. We need to jumpstart recirculation of coins.” Oregonians can help by depositing their spare change at their local bank or a coin-cashing machine, and by using exact amounts when making purchases. –Source: Oregon Bankers Association

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whether you are home-schooling, crafting or giving yourself a haircut. • Streaming video: At a time when people must remain at home, they are relying more than ever on video streaming services like Netflix and Hulu to keep them entertained night after night. • Fun and games: Screen time

may be on the rise, but as it turns out, so is good-oldfashioned family fun, with many households naming puzzles and games as musthave items. Whether it’s solving a complicated 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle or organizing a family checkers tournament, having a well-stocked game

room or den is a great idea right now. While everyone’s situation looks a bit different and every household operates in its own unique way, there are certain items with widespread potential to create happier, healthier, more comfortable spaces. –Source: StatePoint

Know your risks when using mobile banking apps Mobile banking apps are popular: they make it easy to deposit funds, pay bills and transfer money. In fact, U.S. financial technology providers estimate more than 75 percent of Americans used mobile banking in some form in 2019. Given stay-at-home orders and physical distancing requirements, even more Americans have become willing to use mobile banking as an alternative to physically visiting branch locations. To that point: One U.S. financial study has shown a 50% rise in mobile banking just since the beginning of the year. With increased use, though, comes increased risk. The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3.gov) is warning consumers that mobile banking presents a prime opportunity for fraudsters to exploit customers. There are two primary concerns: app-based Trojans and fake banking apps.

App-based banking trojans infect your smartphone or tablet when you download malware with what otherwise looks to be a legitimate game or tool. When you try to access the real banking app, the malware activates – giving you a false login page to capture your ID and password. You likely won’t even know that you have given the scammer your info because the malware then directs you to your legitimate banking site. The second concern is a little more straight forward: fake banking apps created to look like your bank’s real app. Once you enter your ID and password, you will see an error message and the app will work to bypass security codes sent to you. Fraudulent banking apps are one of the fastest growing smartphone-based scams. In 2018, U.S. security research organizations found an estimated 65,000 fake apps on major app

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stores. What can you do to stay safe? • Go to your bank’s website to download the app directly. • Use a trusted, official app store if you otherwise need to download apps. • Enable multi-factor authentication on devices and accounts. Use biometrics, hardware tokens, or authentication apps whenever possible. Layering different authentication standards is a stronger security option. • Monitor where your Personal Identifiable Information (PII) is stored and only share the most necessary information with financial institutions. • Use the strongest password possible and create unique passwords for all financial accounts. • Don’t ever click on attachments or links in emails, texts

or social media posts. Don’t give your password to anyone. Financial institutions will not ask you for this information over the phone or by text message. If you encounter what you believe to be a suspicious banking app, call your bank using contact information publicly available on its webpage. If you have fallen victim to mobile banking app exploitation or any other online fraud, report it to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at www.IC3.gov or call your local FBI office. –Source: FBI Oregon

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PET SITTING BY LAURIE In our home or yours. Member of PSI. Insured & references. For information, reservations or rates, call 541-419-6229 AUTO SKO CLEANING SERVICES K2 Business Services, LLC has been cleaning inside Sunriver and the outlying areas since 1989. We specialize in cleaning of residental private homes for year round residents and in privately owned family vacation homes that are used by family and extended family. Licensed and insured. Email KKBendOregon@yahoo.com or text/call Sarah at 541-668-1219. 8/20 KIE TAN OAK CONSTRUCTION Sunriver based contractor providing deck/fence installation, refinishing and repair, as well as light home construction, repair and maintenance. Proudly serving Sunriver, Three Rivers, La Pine and Bend. Tan Oak Construction, LLC CCB# 230748 Bonded & Insured. For more information, contact Tanner Hanson, 541-640-6571, tanoakconstruction@gmail.com. 8/20 TAN

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Letters from readers In Memorium: Al Braemer | May 8, 1930-June 24, 2020 Al Braemer’s dedication to hard work and professionalism guided his path from a child of the Great Depression, born to Louis P. and Alice Braemer May 8, 1930 to Union College in Schenectady, New York from 1948 to 1951 then graduating from the Cornell Veterinary College, Ithaca New York in 1955; all on scholarships and part time jobs. From there he practiced in Maine for one year then moved to New York State to practice (primarily) surgery for five years. Allergies dictated a career change and Breamer moved into infectious disease research at Sterling Drug Company in 1961 and Norwich Pharmacol in 1967. In 1973, he had an opportunity to start the chemotherapy and vaccine research program at Syntex Research in California before becoming a consultant for Oregon State University, Health Sciences Division between 1993 and 1995. Braemer retired and moved to Sunriver in 1995. During this time Braemer put his professional skills to good use volunteering. In 1995, he worked to get Sunriver a library of its own, then moved on to help develop the Sunriver Service

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District which manages the Sunriver Fire and Police departments as well as volunteering as treasurer of the Sunriver Citizens Patrol. He has also done work with the Sunriver Nature Center and is a member of Sunriver Christian Fellowship. Al and Shenny spent many active years in Sunriver enjoying golf, skiing and hiking as well as traveling to all corners of the world. Braemer is survived by his wife Shenny, children Craig, Doug and Karen; sister Carolyn and three grandchildren. A celebration of life service will be announced and held at a later date. Donations can be made to the Humane Society of Central Oregon and Sunriver Christian Fellowship.

Shout out to the bicyclists on our beloved pathways

By Mary Elizabeth Horan I am grateful for all the twowheeled folks who do an admirable job of alerting two-legged folks that they are approaching from behind. Our bike paths now include not only pedestrians but pedestrians with ear buds, pedestrians “chatting” with a speaker phone and pedestrians who are trying

to figure out how to social distance while walking and conversing as a group. As a result, it can occur that an earnest “On your left!” is not heard by the pedestrian. I appreciate the two-legged folks who give the two-wheeled folks the benefit of the doubt. We are all aiming to enjoy the wonder that is Sunriver.

Scene Opinion Policy To support a free and open exchange of information and ideas, the Sunriver Scene welcomes letters to the editor up to 200 words, and Chorus of One submissions up to 400 words, on topics of relevance to Sunriver. All letters are subject to editing for brevity, grammar, clarity, civility and legal concerns. Opinions expressed are those of the writer and do not necessarily represent the Sunriver Owners Association. Submissions open only to Sunriver owners in good standing. Submissions must include Sunriver property and contact information which we may use to verify authorship or clarify questions. • Letters will run as space allows. • Letters of a personal nature or attacks on individuals will not be published. • Letters perceived as advertising for a company, product or a candidate will not be published. How to submit: Email: susanb@srowners.org. Write the letter in the body of the email, or attach it as a Word document. Mail: typewritten letters can be mailed to Sunriver Scene, P.O. Box 3278, Sunriver, OR 97707. Deadline: The 15th of the month (e.g. March 15 for April issue). We accept one letter per person per month. SUNRIVER SCENE • AUGUST 2020

By Herm Meister After working out at SHARC and again needing to remind someone that masks are required AND while driving back home and having to maneuver my way through renters/visitors (we do need their money) an idea struck me that a required “class” or “video” should be mandatory before any visitors can use our pathways or facilities. I realize that property managers or owners who rent their homes will do anything not to offend paying guests so we need some sort of ad hoc group of grumpy old men like me (and I do know others) to take this on. As far as organizing this and having a speaker, fear not. I think I’m becoming just the guy to do it! I’d use the congenial style of Gen. George S. Patton – all the while respecting delicate and entitled sensitivities. The rules would be: 1. Even if you are from out of state you must abide by Oregon rules and laws. Yes, even though you are on vacation the virus CAN find you. Have fun! Leave your money! Go home! 2. If you ride your bike up behind a resident or anyone else and do not loudly announce “on your left” or “good day” they have every right to take their walking stick and jam it in your spokes… with immunity. 3. Use your turn signal when leaving a round-

about. You will notice some residents will forget to turn them off, but that’s OK. We live here and can use it at the next turn we come to. 4. There are no “off road/pathway” bike courses here. STAY ON THE PAVEMENT! The natural landscape is delicate and should be preserved. USE THE WELL MARKED CROSSWALKS. If you do not, please refer to #2. 5. “Yield” signs are not there to allow you to give up while wrestling or dueling. They are there to be obeyed for your own safety. Pay attention. If children do not comply, the parents will be assigned two hours of noxious weed pulling as community service. 6. Please do not park your boat, motorhome or extra cars in your driveway or the common areas. We realize that sometimes you will try to fit 20 people into a residence that accommodates 12 (wink wink), but you are an eyesore and a hazard. Groups that become obnoxious could be asked to leave. 7. If you are caught smoking on the path or outside designated areas… well, you don’t want to know the penalty for that. 8. When arriving via the Cottonwood entrance… the road from the railroad bridge to the north store is not Sunriver’s answer to a Magic Mountain ride. Everyone SLOW DOWN. OK, there will certainly be more as the summer moves forward. I just needed to decompress… thanks for listening. Sunriver Safety & Rules

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Common Sunriver Rules

Quiet Hours

Recreational Vehicles

10:00pm -7:00am

Motorhomes, campers or trailers may not be used for overnight accommodations. Recreational vehicles including motorhomes, campers, boats, snowmobiles, motorcycles and trailers may be parked only in an enclosed space on owner’s property or in the driveway on a temporary basis not to exceed 48 hours within a seven day period.

Smoking

Smoking is prohibited in Sunriver. Exceptions include the following: on private property, in an enclosed motor vehicle or when specifically permitted by signs.

Fires

Weapons, Firearms & Fireworks

No open fires are permitted, except in indoor fireplaces and wood stoves. Use only gas or electric barbecues. Discard burning material, such as cigarettes and fireplace ashes, in a fireproof container only.

Use of weapons and firearms are prohibited, including guns, air rifles or pistols, CO2 guns, paintball guns, bows and arrows and slinghots. All fireworks, including safe and sane, are prohibited.

Drones

ALL drone flights are prohibited in Sunriver without prior written approval from the Sunriver Airport and Sunriver Owners Association.

Pets

Pets must be attended when not confined to their owner’s property. Keep pets under effective voice or leash control. Persons walking dogs must have a leash in possession at all times. Please clean up after your pets.

Vehicles & Parking

Maximum speed limit is 25 mph in Sunriver. Vehicles must be parked on owner’s property or in designated parking areas. Do not park along roads, commons and do not block passage of emergency vehicles or snowplows.

Electric/E-Bikes

Whether you call it an E-Bike or an Electric Bike, only one type is allowable on Sunriver’s pathways: If you’re still pedaling (pedal assist motor), you’re OK. If it has a throttle and you can stop pedaling, it’s considered “motorized” and is not allowed.

Cardinal Landing Bridge

Do not jump or dive from the bridge; underwater obstructions create extremely hazardous conditions.

Rental Units

Nuisance caused by over occupancy, noise, illegal parking or other unacceptable behavior is prohibited.

Wildlife

Do not approach wildlife; they may appear tame, but they are unpredictable wild animals. Never feed wildlife, except birds. Do not allow pets to harass or chase wildlife. If you have questions about wildlife, contact the Sunriver Nature Center at 541-593-4394. For a complete list of Sunriver Owners Association rules and regulations visit, www.sunriverowners.org

Report any violations immediately to: Sunriver Police Department 24/7 Dispatch 541-693-6911 (non-emergency)

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