February 2016 Sunriver Scene by Sunriver Scene

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE Nature Center ............... 8 Calendar ..................... 13 SROA Board................ 22

Public Safety ............... 30 Classified .................... 38 Commentary ............... 39

It’s never too early to plan your garden, and Linda Stephenson offers tips on the best plants to choose from all those seed catalogs

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

FEBRUARY • 2016

VOLUME XLII • NUMBER 2

Ice skating, keg pulling, tubing to highlight Chill Out By Brooke Snavely If early registrations are any indication, this year’s Sunriver Brewing Company K9 Keg Pull is going to be crowded with canine athletes pulling beer kegs through the snow in The Village at Sunriver. As the Scene went to print, 36 dogs were registered to participate in the event Saturday, Feb. 6, 12-3 p.m. Last year, 69 dogs competed, up from 37 that participated in the inaugural event in 2014. The registration goal for this year is 100 dogs. Hundreds of people watch and cheer on the dogs as they pull appropriately sized beer kegs based on each animal’s weight. “One person who participated last year is bringing their brother up from California this year,” said Corinne Andrews, event organizer. “We are getting a lot of word of mouth publicity on this event. It’s a fun one from an event

Caldera expansion decision expected

from the finish line. Well-behaved dogs of all breeds and sizes are welcome. Entry fee is $10 per dog with proceeds benefitting the American Cancer Society’s Bark for Life program. Go to www.villageatsunriver. com/events, click on K9 Keg Pull, and

By Scene staff A hearings officer was expected to issue a decision in late January on the conceptual master plan for the proposed expansion of Caldera Springs. Pine Forest Development LLC, an affiliate of Sunriver Resort Limited Partnership, seeks a conditional use permit to expand the Caldera Springs Destination Resort onto a 614-acre parcel of land that borders the existing resort to the east and south. The annexed property would include a maximum of 395 single-family residences, up to 95 additional overnight lodging units, recreational facilities and additional resort core amenities. The applicant seeks to modify the ratio of single-family residences to overnight lodging units from 2:1 to 2.5:1. Three public hearings were held Oct. 27, Nov. 24 and Dec. 15, 2015.

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The K9 Keg Pull is the Sunriver Chill Out’s marquee event.

planner perspective because we get to see people of all ages having fun.” The keg pull takes place on a 150-foot snow runway set up in the village parking lot next to the Sunriver Brewhouse. Some people motivate their dog by running with them along the course with treats, balls and squeaky toys. Others encourage their dog by calling to them

Sunriver Brewing Company to open westside Bend pub, releases new ale Sunriver Brewing Company plans to open its second pub in Bend on Saturday, Feb. 13. The new pub is located in the Bakery Building at 1005 NW Galveston Avenue on Bend’s trendy west side, a space that previously housed Oblivion Brewing Company. The Galveston Pub includes seating for approximately 65 people inside plus another 50 on the outdoor patio. The Galveston Pub will begin operations with nine Sunriver Brewing Company craft beers including Vicious Mosquito IPA, Fuzztail Hefeweizen and other year round, seasonal and specialty brews. Consistently recognized for innovative and high quality food, Sunriver Brewing’s Galveston Pub will feature many well-known favorites as well as several new dishes. Sunriver Brewing will continue to operate its popular brewhouse in The SUNRIVER SCENE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSN. VOLUME XLIl • NUMBER 2 P.O. BOX 3278 SUNRIVER, OR 97707

Village at Sunriver that opened in July 2012. “There are so many awesome breweries all over Oregon, particularly in our area. We’re so grateful for the response we’ve received in the last couple years and really appreciate the support,” said Brian Cameron, co-owner of the company. “It’s exciting to have an opportunity to do business in Bend.” Sunriver Brewing was recently recognized as the People’s Choice at the 2015 Bend Brewfest and KLCC Brewfest. Other local acknowledgements include two consecutive wins as People’s Choice for best SMaSH (Single Malt and Single Hop) beer at Central Oregon Beer Week. The brewery also announced the release of Rippin Northwest Ale, a year round beer. “Rippin has the amazing dank hop flavor of an IPA, but the easy

drinking nature of a smooth pale ale,” according to the brewery’s description. Sunriver Brewing hopes the release of Rippin Northwest Ale coincides with its Galveston Pub grand opening on Feb. 13. Sunriver Brewing Company’s pub in Sunriver opened in the summer of 2012. Recognizing that the original brewhouse would not accommodate demand, a 12,500 square foot building was pur-

chased in the Sunriver Business Park in 2014, where the company began brewing with a capacity of 2,100 barrels. The production facility has since expanded several times to brew over 6,000 barrels this spring. Head brewer Brett Thomas has garnered 10 national awards including three silver and two bronze from the North American Brewing Association, and consecutive gold medals at the Great American Beer Festival. PRSRT STD. U.S. POSTAGE PAID BEND, OR PERMIT NO. 213

LOCAL AREA EXPERT MARKET UPDATE

Now May Be a Great Time to Sell 56225 Twin Rivers $950,000

Sunriver housing inventory has dropped to its lowest point in two years. Based on a two-year supply-and-demand analysis, selling a home this season may be a great sales strategy. Due to a substantial drop in available housing inventory that occurs during the winter months, buyers have fewer homes from which to choose as compared to this time last year. In December 2014, the community had an

8-month real estate inventory as compared to a 4-month inventory in December 2015, according to data published by Multiple Listing Service of Central Oregon (MLSCO). If you are considering selling your home, contact us at 541-593-7000.

CROSSWATER | Private, peaceful and tranquil in Crosswater. 4-bedroom, 3-bath home. Vaulted ceilings and beautiful river rock gas fireplace and a wall of windows overlooking nature and a large pond. Bonus room, loft and cozy office. Space for everyone! MLS# 201511705 Amy Campbell, Broker • (541) 480-8565 acampbell@SunriverRealty.com

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CALDERA SPRINGS | This home has large window areas to take in the forested views. Spacious great room offers an ideal gathering area for friends and family. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths plus a powder room, master suite, large second master suite, a large covered porch and an oversized two-car garage. MLS# 201511466

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1 Caldera Cabin $619,000

16 Quelah Lane $425,000

24 White Elm Lane $325,000

CALDERA SPRINGS | This will be a luxurious vacation home with panoramic views of the Caldera Links golf course & Newberry Mountains to the east. This plan has four master suites, a den, 5 full baths and a double garage. Built with energy efficiency in mind and quality finishes. MLS# 201508531

SUNRIVER | Desirable single-story home with beautiful landscaping. 3-bedroom, 2.5 -bath, 1,815 sq. ft home. Great room with gas fireplace. Master suite features a soaking tub, tile counter tops and dual sinks. Private back deck. 3-car garage with lock off. MLS# 201511618

SUNRIVER | Cozy reverse-living home in a quiet neighborhood on a corner lot backing to a large common area for privacy. Updated with tile floors in entry and half bath, bamboo floor in kitchen, newer window coverings and carpet. A/C, 2 decks, and woodstove. Furnished. MLS# 201504493

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4 Sequoia Lane $324,900

8 Klamath Lane $320,000

28 Quelah Condo $290,000

SUNRIVER | Master suite features a soaking tub and a large walk-in closet. Woodstove keeps things cozy in the winter and the Central A/C keeps things cool in summer. Open great room is perfect for entertaining with a nice flow from kitchen to living area with solartube light over kitchen.

SUNRIVER | Looking for a single-level home with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths (2 that are masters)? This is it! Wood burning stove and air conditioning make it comfortable year round. Vaulted ceilings and skylights in the great room. New Timbertech decking and new hot tub. MLS# 201508859

SUNRIVER | Nicely updated end unit in the Quelah Condo complex. This unit shows well with its granite counter tops, newer applicances, maple cabinets and updated bathrooms complete with glass block shower and wood-burning fireplace. Three private tennis courts and private pool. MLS# 201506457

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a.m. to 3 p.m., or the morning of the race from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the event site. Race day registration fees are $30 for adults and $18 for children. A timed, competitive race open to the first 100 adult registrants will kick-off the event. Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female competitive finishers. Noncompetitive waves will follow in order to keep the focus on fun. The non-competitive event will also start in waves to ensure all participants have plenty of time to complete the course. Contestants are encouraged to bring multiple layers of old clothes and shoes they don’t mind getting dirty as there is a good chance that whatever

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Christian Myers, potential buyer of the former Mavericks property, will address the Sunriver Men’s Club Thursday, Feb. 18 at Crosswater Grille. Myers is proposing to buy the property and convert it into an assisted living and memory care facility. He and his partner own Ironwood Holistic Care Home in Portland and Altrua Holistic Care Home in Lake Oswego. Myers’s proposed usage is currently not allowed at this site, so he is asking 1,500 homeowners near Mavericks for support in changing the CC&Rs to allow for this development. How is the petition process going? What other hurdles need to be overcome? The luncheon is a great opportunity to meet Myers in person, hear him describe his vision for the property, learn about the latest developments and get all your questions answered. For the luncheon, doors open at 11:30 a.m. Lunch will be served at noon, followed by the program from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Sunriver area men and women are welcome to attend the luncheon. The cost is $20 per person. The menu will be a choice of a grilled pork chop with bacon-pearl onion pan sauce, mashed potatoes, corn and peas; or a Caesar salad with smoked salmon; or a vegetarian dish consisting of a jumbo pasta shell stuffed with ricotta and herbs, served over tomato sauce. Dessert is chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream. Coffee and tea are included in the price. Beer and wine are extra. Sign-up at the Marketplace on Cottonwood Road or send an email to Sunriver.Mensclub@yahoo.com. Please indicate your menu choice. Deadline for signing up is 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16.

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Specially designed for families who love to frolic in filth, Sunriver March Mudness is a great way to kick off your spring break. The family-friendly event takes place Sunday, March 20, 1-4 p.m. near the SROA Boat Launch. With past participants ranging from 3- to 76-years old, this fourth annual mud run allows participants to choose their level of “mudness” on a 1.5-mile obstacle course. The event is open to individuals, families and teams. Creative costumes are encouraged and spectators are welcome. Registration is $35 in the competitive adult category, $25 for non-competitive adults (ages 12 and over), and $15 for children (ages 4-11) until noon March 19. Registration fees are higher the day of the event. All registered participants will receive a souvenir dog tag, drink voucher for an ageappropriate beverage, a fire hose rinse off courtesy of the Sunriver Fire Department and access to changing tents. Every registered participant also has a chance to win a Cascadia Vehicle Tent. Online registration is available until 12 p.m. March 19 at www.sunrivermarchmudness. com. Race packet pick up (and in-person registration) will be at The Village at Sunriver Ice Rink Saturday, March 19, 11

want to bring a towel to dry off and an extra set of clothes to change into. Costumes can contribute an additional twist to the event with the caveat that they not impair vision, prevent a contestant from breathing normally or present a tripping or snagging hazard. Given that it will be spring break, a time of year famous for unpredictable weather, it could be a sunny 70 degrees, 50 and raining, or snowing and below freezing. Presented by the Sunriver Owners Association, the event proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society La Pine/ Sunriver Relay for Life. Information: www.sunriver marchmudness.com

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Notice to owners who hire snow removal contractors If you hire a contractor to remove snow from your Sunriver driveway, walkways, decks, roof or patios, please request (and monitor) the following: • All removed snow must remain on your property. • Take special care to make sure your snow is not dumped near or around hydrants. • Snow from your property should not be plowed or blown onto commons, including islands in the cul-de-sacs. • Snow from your property should not be plowed or blown onto neighbors’ driveway or property. • Your snow should not be pushed into the street for other motorists to navigate through or snowplows to contend with. For a list of snow removal contractors who have registered with the SROA Community Development Department, go to www.sunriverowners.org and click on the weather page in the main toolbar.

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Home maintenance: Snow loads on roofs and decks By John Sidman Allstate Insurance employs a character named “Mayhem” in their commercials. One of their advertisements has Mayhem lying on a snow-covered roof, and then the roof collapses. Keep Mayhem out of Sunriver! Deschutes County requires roof structures in the Sunriver area be able to withstand snow loads of between 50–55 pounds per square foot. This requirement is based on the Climatic and Geographical Criteria Section of the Residential Specialty Code, aka “The Code Book.” Older homes may not have been built to the same criteria, but many have withstood the test of time. Calculating design snow load is not as simple as it would appear. Besides length, span and strength of the structural members, there are other variables that effect roof calculations. This includes a roof ’s slope, design complexity, surface conditions, temperature and surrounding terrain. Determining how much snow is on your roof can be difficult. Snow on roofs can drift just like it will on the ground. Parts of your roof may be swept bare by the wind, but there may be a number of feet piled up in A Full Service Tree Co.

valleys and the more protected areas. This is a good reason to observe your roof under snowy conditions. Snow load danger levels According to DisasterSafety. org, the danger zone for snow load is one or a combination of the following: • 4 feet of fresh snow; • 2 feet of old packed snow; • 4 inches of ice Before it reaches this point, the snow on your roof should be cleared. It would be a wise idea to set up a contingency plan to accomplish roof clearing. If you have a property manager, they may already have a plan in place. It would be a good thing to check on. If you need to set up a contingency plan on your own, the Sunriver Owners Association has a list of registered roof snow removal contractors. All contractors who perform this work must be licensed with the State of Oregon. Contractor licensing can be verified through the State of Oregon’s Construction Contractor’s Board: www.ccb. state.or.us. Visual examination Have you looked at your bare roof? Many times failed roofing

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members are easily visible. The roof planes should be straight. If there are any dips or bulges in the plane, there may be some damaged structural members. This condition can be verified by looking at the exposed rafters or trusses in the attic area. If there is damage, do yourself a favor and get an architect or engineer to recommend the best fix. Something caused the failure. Replacing “like for like” is not a good solution. Professionals can do load calculations and come up with a permanent fix. Ice dams Ice dams can greatly contribute to roof failure. Ice dams are created when a warm attic melts snow on the roof. When the water drains, it hits the cold eaves or gutters and freezes, creating the dam. The best way to prevent a warm attic is to ensure your home is well insulated and the attic is ventilated. Remember, ice weighs about the same as water. If your home is well insulated and ventilated, heat tape

may be a useful tool to prevent dams. This may be especially true on complex roofs. If you have gutters, be sure they are in good repair, clean and that downspouts drain water away from your home. If you are planning on reroofing your home, or building a new home, be sure that six feet of ice and water shield is installed on the eaves, and at least three feet at the valley. Even in a well-constructed home and

Resort plans alterations to Meadows golf course building In accordance with SROA Design Committee Manual of Rules and Procedures, a Neighborhood Meeting will be held Monday, Feb. 22, 2 p.m. in the Fremont Room at Sunriver Lodge, to present proposed alterations to the Meadows golf course maintenance shop. The maintenance shop is located on Abbot Drive between circles 2 and 3. The purpose of this meeting

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is to provide conceptual plans and information and receive community input from those interested. Your attendance and participation are welcomed. The project owner can only submit an application to the Design Committee after conducting this required Neighborhood Meeting. In this case, a detailed application to the Design Committee has not yet been submitted. After an application is submitted, the Design Committee will have two opportunities to act on the eventual application – preliminary review and final review. Interested owners may attend these two meetings when they are held. This project will also be processed publicly through the Deschutes County Planning Department before SROA’s Design Committee considers its final review. Information: Steve Runner, 541-593-7832 or srunner@ sunriver-resort.com

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roof structure, ice dams can be an issue. This membrane can prevent water infiltration into the structure. Deck stability Every year the Scene seems to have an article on a deck failure in winter. Decks built over 30 inches high need to be permitted and inspected through Deschutes County. They must be designed and engineered to building code standards. Keep in mind that “code” requirements are the minimal acceptable standard. Much like roof construction, design criteria for decks have evolved over the years. Decks are designed around combinations of dead load, live load, and snow load. “Dead load” is the weight of the building materials used to construct the deck. “Live load” is defined as those loads produced by the use and occupancy of the building. A number of years ago, mechanical connectors were not a requirement for deck construction. Decks were held together with just nails. Over time, nails corrode and loosen. The structural integrity is lost or compromised. When you walk on your deck, do you get flex or any movement? If so, your deck’s ability to withstand loading may be compromised. Under this scenario, your main concern should be the “live load.” The guidelines for clearing snow from decks should mirror the roof ’s “danger zone” guideline: 4 feet of fresh snow, 2 feet of old packed snow, or 4 inches of ice. I extend a special thanks to Howard Spector, owner of Mount Bachelor Design Studio and Jeff Ellington of Elemental Engineering, for their technical support and review of this article. John Sidman owns John K. Sidman Construction, Inc. CCB #129804, (503) 422-0300, email: sidmanconst@hotmail. com

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SCENE FEBRUARY 2016 Volume XLII, No. 2 57455 Abbot Drive P.O. Box 3278 Sunriver, OR 97707 The SUNRIVER SCENE is the official monthly publication of the Sunriver Owners Association, a not-for-profit Oregon corporation dedicated to providing for the maintenance, protection and enhancement of property values, and the quality of life in Sunriver. 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.

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then click Register. Each year spectators are entertained by the dogs’ unpredictable behavior. Sometimes the large breeds everyone expects to do well want nothing to do with being connected to a beer keg and sit down and wait for their masters to rescue them. Sometimes the smallest dogs blaze down the track, while others stop to sniff and accept ear scratches from spectators along the course. Penny, a mini golden doodle, will try for a three-peat in the 11-20 pound weight class. “Cheese. She runs for cheese,” said Melodee Munckton, Penny’s owner. “We trained her to run for cheese. Initially we did it for fun. It turns out she’s

• Glow Skate, Friday, Feb. 5, 6 p.m. Village Ice Skating Rink • K9 Keg Pull, Saturday, Feb. 6, 12-3 p.m., Village Beaver Drive parking lot • Black Light Blast, Saturday, Feb. 6, 6:30 p.m., SHARC tubing hill fast.” Penny won her weight class in 2014 despite a slow start. “The first year my husband, Bob Hickman, did not hear the start command and he and Penny were slow coming out of the gate, yet she still won her division. Last year she improved her time by two seconds,” Munckton said. But this year Penny’s owners will be out of town and friends will handle her in the race.

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A snowstorm prevented many interested parties from attending the Nov. 24 hearing and the applicant agreed to keep the record open longer. The record remained open until Dec. 22 to written comments from parties that had previously participated. The applicant had until Dec. 29 to submit final arguments. Issues raised during the hearing included concerns about traffic congestion on public roads near the project, carrying capacity of utilities and services, impacts on deer and elk due to vehicular strikes and the appropriateness of clustered communities between Bend and La Pine. Hearings officer Ken Helm was expected to issue a land use decision by the end of January. Once Helms issues a decision, a 12-day appeal period follows. If there is an appeal filed, the Deschutes County Commissioners will decide whether to hear the appeal. If they agree to

hear an appeal, a hearing date will be set. If there is no appeal, then the hearings officer’s decision is final. The applicant would then be eligible to submit final master plan documents that provide greater detail about orientation of homes to streets and specifics on the type and location of amenities. Following approval of the final master plan, the applicant would likely then proceed with applying for approvals to construct individual subdivisions, which they previously stated would be done in phases based on market demand. Information: http://dial. deschutes.org/Real/Develop mentDocs/255045

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Oregon. Bend Pet Express, Battle Buddies, Bend Spay & Neuter, the Pet Evacuation Team and other canine related vendors will provide services and advice. The Sunriver Brewing Company K9 Keg Pull is one of three family-friendly events during the third annual Sunriver Chill Out Feb. 5-6. The keg pull is bookended by a Glow Skate event at the Sunriver Village Ice Rink and the Black Light Blast tubing at SHARC. Advance reservations required for the Black Light Blast, call 541-585-3147.

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“We’re not sure how she’ll do. She will practice weekly with our friends. We will be watching for text messages to find out how she does.” Munckton said if Penny wins again, they would bring her something special. Once all the canine contestants have their shot at pulling a beer keg, awards will be presented to the “Fast as Lightning Fido” in each weight category. Participants and spectators are encouraged to donate dog food and enter to win raffle prize drawings. All food collected will be donated to the Humane Society of Central

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Wear your brightest colors so you’ll “glow” Skaters receive fun flashing and glow novelty under black lights and laser lights during this Dog owners enter canine pals in a variety of weight items to wear while rolling on the ice to the divisions, which will dictate what size “keg” their pooch will evening of tubing fun. Hot beverages for sale. tunes of a DJ. Games and giveaways. $13 SROA members with ID $12; $15 general ages 13 and older; $9 for ages 5-12; ages 4 pull. Each participant will be timed and prizes awarded for public. Tubes will be provided, no personal and under is free with paying adult. Includes each weight category. The $10 entry fee will be donated sleds or tubes allowed. Space is limited; to American Cancer Society’s Bark for Life. Space limited, skate rental registration required by calling 541-585-3147 registration required at VillageatSunriver.com www.sunriverowners.org

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Winter quarter art exhibition at the Lodge

Potluck features Valentine theme

The next Sunriver Area Community Potluck will take place Wednesday, Feb. 10, 6-8:30 p.m. at SHARC. All residents in Sunriver, Crosswater, Caldera Springs, Vandevert Ranch, Deschutes River Recreation Homesites, Oregon Water Wonderland and the Spring River communities are welcome to attend. The Valentine-theme potluck dinner will feature entertainment by Double Take, a local musical duo consisting of husband and wife Shirey and Kent Helston. And, as a special treat, Sunriver Resort will provide their famous Valentine chocolates for dessert. Other business sponsors for the evening include Brewed Awakenings providing freshly ground and brewed decaf coffee; the IGA Country Store is providing complimentary wine for the last two tables randomly selected to participate in the buffet line; and the take home table decorations are courtesy of Flowers at Sunriver. Participants should bring an entrée or salad to serve 10-12 people, plus their own place settings. The cost is $5 per person or $15 per family up to a maximum of six people. To attend, sign up at the SROA office, SHARC, the Marketplace, call 541-593-8149 or email to areapotluck@gmail.com. Be sure to include your decision to bring a salad or entrée.

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Sunriver Resort Lodge Betty Gray Gallery announces the Quarterly Fine Art Exhibition Series. The series inaugurates four quarterly exhibitions yearly, designed to suggest the four seasons. The new Quarterly Fine Art Exhibition Series reflects the Monica Setziol-Phillips sculpture completed during the 2015 renovation of the Sunriver Resort Lodge. Commissioned by Tom O’Shea, managing director, the sculpture hangs over the main fireplace in the Lodge as the most recent addition to the resort’s permanent art collection. Comprised of four carved panels of branching aspens, Setziol-Phillips’ design also features horizontal woven panels depicting the Central Oregon seasonal landscape. Inspired by the artist’s sculpture, the new quarterly exhibition schedule will be seasonally themed. The winter Quarter Fine Art Exhibit, opening Feb. 1, features the oil paintings of William Logan. Raised in Montana and later of Arizona, Logan moved to Bend in 2010. Formerly, the artist’s primary art form was detailed graphite drawings. His drawings of ranchers, cattle, and roundups appeared in Midstate Errands & More

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Sunriver Anglers Club hosts a ‘tie and pie’ night Come to the Thursday, Feb. 18, Sunriver Anglers Club meeting to learn how to tie a fly and enjoy a slice of pie. The meeting begins at 6:45 p.m. at SHARC, 57250 Overlook Road in Sunriver. Both club members and non-members, male and female, are welcome. Discover how to tie some simple flies that will catch lots of fish on Central Oregon lakes and streams. It is quite the experience to land a trophy fish and be able to brag, not only about the fish, but also about the personally tied fly used to catch it. The club will have many experienced members at the meeting to demonstrate techniques on how to create a fly that attracts the big one. Folks who have fished East Lake have probably heard

about chironomid fly patterns. Fished under an indicator, one or two chironomid flies presented a foot or two above the bottom will catch rainbow trout, brown trout and kokanee salmon. A favorite place to employ this technique is over “The Hump,” a secret spot on the lake that guarantees fish for some. To find out where this location is, come to the meeting and ask one of our veteran fishermen. Remember to give the secret handshake. A chironomid is one of the easier flies to create. A veteran can tie one in just a couple minutes. A beginner, after just a few minutes of instruction, will have the ability to create their own fly practically guaranteed to catch fish. Fly tying

allows creativity to emerge, and everyone has their special secret fly. One tier believes he needs to use holographic red and green tinsel. Another thinks his two-bead creation gives him the advantage. Come and learn how to tie a chironomid, a great fly to start on. Those with more tying skills are welcome to discuss and demonstrate techniques for some of the other popular flies of the area including woolly buggers, Adams parachute, callibaetis nymph or a blue winged olive. Everyone has their specialty. Come and share or learn. Bring your spouse or friend and enjoy a piece of pie and a cup of coffee at this educational meeting. Please RSVP to Rynie Mi-

Fly Tying Corner: Chromie Buzzer chironomid By Phil Fischer The early season features very limited bug activity. About the only active insects are midges, commonly known as chironomids. In the mid-day sun these insects are active and a mild weather day can even bring some surface activity. But, for the most part, it is a subsurface game this time of year. In the past few weeks I have been tying up a variety of chironomid patterns. One of the patterns I have been tying is the Chromie Buzzer. This fly imitates the midge subsurface as it is preparing to ascend to the surface and hatch. I recently bought some Alec Jackson Crystal chronomid hooks. They are a curved hook and a good option. But any curved hook, like a scud hook or similar will suffice. I look

for a wide gape and very sharp point, which translates to better hooking qualities. I used a glass bead on this pattern, which will help the fly sink slowly. I will use glass beads and in deeper water tungsten beads. I have also been using a UV quick cure resin recently on almost all of my chironomid patterns. It makes the fly realistic and very durable. Materials Hook: Curved Daiichi Alec Jackson Crystal Chironomid hook in sizes 11-13, Daiichi 1260 or similar in sizes 12-16, or any scud hook like a Tiemco

2457 in sizes 12-18. Bead: Clear glass seed bead, sized to match hook size. Also try slate, silver and gold colored beads, or glass beads in various colors like red, amber, gunmetal, etc. Thread: Black, 70 Denier Abdomen: Mirage tinsel large Ribbing: Fine wire in red Thorax: Clear glass seed bead surrounded by thread wraps Wing Pads: White goose biots, partially colored with an orange Sharpie Over Body: Clear cure UV resin, such as Clear Cure Goo. Tying instructions and steps are now being published in video form on the Sunriver Anglers Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Sunriver Turn to Chironomid, page 12

yashiro at bounderific@yahoo. com so we have an idea on how many pies are needed. The Hook Fly Shop in The Village at Sunriver also has their “Tying and Lying” sessions Wednesday nights at 6 p.m. All fly tiers are welcome, beginners to advanced. It is a fun roundtable experience, teaching and learning a new fly pattern each night. Don’t be surprised to find pizza and beer among the tying vises some evenings. The Sunriver Anglers are excited to announce their officers for the 2016 year. Officers are Marv Yoshinaka – president; Rynie Miyashiro – vice presi-

dent; Gary Gehlert – secretary; Jack McDonnell – treasurer; and Jerry Hubbard - past president. The board of directors brings together a fantastic group, a mixture of former presidents along with new members. Board members are Alan Stout, Greg Cotton, Chris Breault, Jim Adams, Dan Arnold, Phil Fischer, Ron Angell, Rod Juranek, and Doug Vakoc. Lee Haroun is newsletter editor, and Rynie Miyashiro is the outings, topics and speakers director. Website: sunriveranglers.org or on Facebook at Sunriver Anglers.

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Sensitive species of Sunriver By Jennifer Curtis, Nature Center Manager Many conservation-minded folks in Central Oregon have heard of the 1973 Endangered Species Act (ESA), but few may be aware that species survival is a concern right here in our neck of the woods. Anywhere from six to 20 local species are under state and federal watch. The ESA enforces the conservation of species that are endangered or threatened throughout

all or a significant portion of their range. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature, endangered species are those that are considered to become extinct in the near future and is the second most severe status just after “critically endangered”. According to the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, United States Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Oregon Biodiversity Information

Mews News: Red-tailed hawk This month, get to know the Sunriver Nature Center’s resident red-tailed hawk (Buteo jamaicensis). Residing in our care for almost three years now, this red-tail has several permanent injures as a result of a car strike. The consequential wing injuries involved a dislocated shoulder, broken radius and crushed wrist. The fusion between the radius and humorous restricts its wing movement and flight, rendering this high-flying species grounded and permanently non-releasable. Although normally an excitable and energetic bird, this red-tail took to our handlers almost immediately, becoming glove

trained and program ready in just a few months. Obviously red-tailed hawks got their name for good reason: the reddish upper surface of their broad tail feathers makes them relatively easy to spot soaring overhead. The plumage has been described as “cinnamon red” and “warm red” but it only appears in mature adults. Juvenile birds have to be content with brown and banded tails. Curiously, in some parts of the U.S., red-tailed hawks are labeled “chickenhawks,” although they rarely dive at the chance of a poultry dinner. At one time, farmers Turn to Hawk, page 10

Thousands of Western toad ‘toadlets’ emerge from Lake Aspen each summer to disperse into the surrounding forest.

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Good views of the Pleiades, nebulas and Jupiter By Bob Grossfeld, Observatory Manager As we head into February, we hope for some clear skies that January did not provide. This month brings many special treats. The Pleiades is a nice small cluster of stars in the constellation of Taurus and is perhaps the most famous cluster in the sky. The cluster’s five brightest stars are arranged in a small configuration that looks like a small dipper. Viewed through binoculars, this compact group of stars sparkles like blue diamonds in the winter

sky. The Pleiades is also known as the Seven Sisters. Taurus has many deep sky treasures including the Crab Nebula, double stars, and many open clusters. Gemini and Orion also offer some wonderful viewing. Let’s not forget Jupiter, which is the topic of a special talk prior to our evening program in February. Spend a little time with binoculars or a small telescope and enjoy the sky. We finally finished a new addition to the meteorite exhibit in the nature center. We

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changed one of the cabinets to show the story of the Chelyabinsk meteor, caused by a near-Earth asteroid that entered Earth’s atmosphere over Russia on Feb. 15, 2013. The explosion generated a bright flash, producing a hot cloud of dust and gas, a large shock wave and many surviving small fragmentary meteorites. The estimated kinetic energy released when the meteor exploded was equivalent to approximately 500 kilotons of TNT, 20 to 30 times more energy than was released from the atomic bomb detonated at Hiroshima. With the help Dorothy Norton Kashuba, a worldrenowned meteorite collector, and her husband John, we have added information to our exhibit about the Willamette Meteorite found near West Linn in 1902. It is the largest meteorite found in North America. Staff is busy with maintenance and testing new equipment for the spring season. We plan to be open Feb. 13 for an evening program, if weather allows. The evening begins with a special NASA program on Jupiter starting at 7 p.m. followed by our viewing programs at 8 p.m. Earlier that day we will offer solar viewing from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. We are finalizing details for astronomy week and other special events in 2016, and that schedule should be available next month. We are continuing to raise money to begin construction of the new roll off roof expansion, for which the staff is hoping to break ground this fall. Once the Turn to Observatory, page 9

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Second Tern gives birth to a baby piano Further proof of never knowing what might show up at the Second Tern is the arrival of a “baby” piano donated by Mary Wildman, daughter of longtime Tern volunteer Pat Hanns. “We’re not sure of its exact age, but it was in our family for many years,” said Wildman. Made by the Anguera Piano Company of New York, it is only 40½ inches tall, 36 inches wide, and can easily fit into rooms unable to accommodate a full-size instrument. “It’s unique in many ways,” says Steven Goetz, a Tern volunteer who is a professional

piano tuner. “It has limitations, but as a novelty and conversation piece, it does stand out. It doesn’t have the tonal quality of a full-size upright, but it still could be meaningful to a Turn to Piano, page 11

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Swans subject of presentation On Feb. 25, Gary Ivey of the Trumpeter Swan Society will give a presentation on introducing swans to Summer Lake. The 6:30 p.m. talk will be held at the Sunriver Nature Center. Admission is $10, $8 for SNCO members. A project began in 2009 to restore a viable breeding population of trumpeter swans to eastern Oregon. It is a partnership between The Trumpeter Swan Society, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. A total of 94 young swans have been released at Summer Lake, which has both ideal nesting and wintering habitat for these large birds. Some of the swans released in prior years were young produced by captive birds in Bend. Plans are to continue releases at Summer Lake until there are at least 15 wild breeding pairs in Oregon.

Nature Center hours: Wednesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Trumpeter swans lecture: Thursday, Feb. 25, 6:30 p.m. General admission: $10, SNCO members: $8. Observatory: Feb. 13, 7-8 p.m. A special talk on Jupiter, King of the Solar System, prior to the evening observatory program. $10 adults, $8 kids. Admission includes night viewing. Members free. Feb. 13, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. for solar viewing, free of charge, and 8-10 p.m. for night viewing, $8 adults, $6 children, members free.

Margaret Beard is a Renaissance woman who has been involved in neurological research, taught biology and many related topics, lived all over the country, sung with many choirs, plays hand bells, is a member of the Sunriver Citizens Patrol and volunteers each week at the Second Tern. Beard sorts and prices seasonal items for Christmas, Valentines Day, Easter and works in other departments such as purses, shoes and belts. You name it… she does it. Beard was born in Washington D.C., attended Lake Oswego High, Wellesley in Massachusetts, University of Michigan and Einstein College of Medicine in New York. She worked at OHSU and Reed College in Portland, Columbia University in New York, Holy Cross in Massachusetts, University of Wisconsin and finally made it back to Central Oregon and Sunriver where her family has had a house

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since 1970. Beard enjoys kayaking and canoeing which is a good thing since she spends her summers on a one acre island in Ontario, Canada on the north side of Lake Huron, an island 25 miles from the nearest town in a cottage her father built in 1921 and that she has returned to every year of her life to date. Beard has volunteered for the nature center and the Second Tern for 20 years and for the last four years clocks in at about 20 hours each week. In her “spare time” she enjoys reading mysteries and books of intrigue. Turn to Volunteer, page 11

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snow is gone, we can really get to work. Be sure to check out our web page and Facebook for the current schedule of events, and for the latest news. It is also time to renew or become a member of the observatory and nature center. Members receive our newsletter with all the important events coming this spring and summer. If the nights in February are clear, we will have viewing opportunities at the observatory. If you are out and about, stop by and say “hi.”

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actively hunted the majestic raptors, thinking that the redtailed hawks preyed upon their livelihood. These days, they are protected in the U.S., Canada and Mexico under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918. Menu-wise, rather than chickens, these hawks prefer rodents, which comprise some 85 percent of their diet. They are tickled to dine on mice, voles, gophers, chipmunks, squirrels and any other fuzzy creature that may cross their path. They are mostly unfazed by human activity often nesting and living comfortably in proximity to large populations of people. Recently, a red-tailed hawk was discovered nesting in New York City and became the

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The Second Tern is so grateful for Beard and her commitment to volunteerism. We are always looking for more volunteers and, of course, we do not expect everyone to put in 20 hours per week. Scheduling is very flexible. If you would like to join this dedicated group of people, support the surrounding community by helping recycle high quality used goods, making items available at an affordable price and raise funds for the Sunriver Nature Center and Oregon Observatory, call volunteer coordinator Jan Tuckerman at 541-593-3367.

overgrazing, and habitat fragmentation. As a result of its listing, more resources will be devoted to the elimination and prevention of invasion species, control of non-native plants, and monitoring of water quality. The Western toad, which uses Lake Aspen and other local Sunriver waterways as breeding sites is considered of “least concern” by federal standards, however the species is recognized as “near threatened” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and vulnerable in specific regions within its range. The popular Toad Patrol that happens annually at the Sunriver Nature Center is tasked with saving toadlets from being crushed as they cross roads and pathways during their migration. This species suffers from many threats including disease and chemical contamination, chytrid fungus infection, predation by invasive species, loss of wetlands, and habitat fragmentation. Locally, SNCO staff and volunteers continue to collect annual population data on toads. The great gray owl, the largest owl in Oregon, is an elusive bird that lives in dense, old growth forests. They are exceptionally camouflaged and do not always react to the presence of “human intruders.” They can be distinguished by their immensely large facial disk and overall size. These birds are listed by the state as vulnerable due to overall population decline and habitat loss. Reasons for habitat loss include logging, urban sprawl, and forest dam-

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family, especially those with musically-inclined children.” Goetz admitted, “It would be a challenge to tune.” Pianos this size are popular today, and were all the rage in the 1920s when they could be found not only in small homes or apartments, but in bars, clubs, traveling shows and on cruise ships. Relatively lightweight at around 200 pounds, this allowed them to be moved by two average sized persons with strong backs. One of the best selling mod-

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Artists’ Gallery in The Village at Sunriver invites people to bring their special Valentine to the gallery’s Second Saturday reception Feb. 13 for a sip of wine and some enticing chocolates. The event takes place 4-6 p.m.

Featured artists Robert Fouse loves Mother Nature — providing all the things that drive his art and creativity. He embellishes, massages and arranges her beautiful natural stones to create unique Fountain by Bob Fouse tree sculptures and fountains needed some upgrades and posthat provide pleasant visual sibly a water feature. The first objects to enhance any garden attempt wasn’t beautiful. That’s when he got the idea to craft landscape. Art happens. When Fouse pine tree shapes out of natural and his wife moved to Central slate with water trickling over theAM stone “boughs.” The pond Oregon,Acro1136975627.pdf they had a pond that10:35:26 1/11/06

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an online art show for homeschooled children. She went back to teaching and taught art for more than 15 years. She discovered drawing with pen

and ink and views the drawing process as a form of meditation, combined with her watercolors. Information: 541-593-4382, www.artistsgallerysunriver.com

Expired vehicle registration tags? Renew online and drive now Just realized your car’s registration stickers expired? Maybe it’s a weekend or evening, and you need to drive but can’t wait to renew by mail or go to a DMV office. Under a new Oregon law that took effect Jan. 1, when you renew your registration online at OregonDMV.com you can print the online receipt and drive immediately. Law enforcement can accept the online receipt as proof of registration payment in a traffic stop up to 30 days after you renew. New tags typically arrive by mail within 3-5 business days. “We heard from many people that they took time to renew their registration in per-

son at a DMV office because they couldn’t wait for tags via the mail,” said Tom McClellan, DMV administrator. “So DMV asked the legislature to consider a law change allowing people to provide proof of payment of registration with an online receipt.” If you or someone you know can create a PDF of your online receipt and download it to a phone, the law also allows police to accept the PDF displayed on a phone instead of a paper copy. “Nearly one-third of vehicle registration renewals are still done in person at DMV ofTurn to Tags, page 18

Sunriver Books & Music Author Events Free author events • Light refreshments served Drawings for prizes • RSVP appreciated

Matt Ruff • Saturday, February 27 at 5 p.m. Author Matt Ruff presents Lovecraft Country Country; an entertaining novel combining fantasy, the 1950’s Jim Crow world, and the story of a father and son.

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Interested in joining a committee or participating in a future task force or special project? Contact the chair person for a particular committee or to be on a task force/special project contact Becki Sylvester at SROA by calling 541-593-2411.

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Monday Ladies Lunch and Bridge 11:30 a.m. Fort Funnigan at Sunriver Resort. Sign up at the Marketplace Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30 p.m. Pozzi building at the Sunriver Nature Center

Tuesday Caregivers Support Group 9:30-11:30 a.m. third Tuesday of the month. Crescent room at SHARC Mountain Meadow Quilters 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. second & fourth Tuesday. Crescent room at SHARC Hand and Foot Card Club 2 p.m. at SHARC

Alzheimer’s Association offering Sunriver class From Sunriver Scene news sources The Alzheimer’s Association Oregon Chapter will be holding a class, “Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research,” from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16, at Sunriver Public Library (56855 Venture Lane). For centuries, we’ve known that health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how to optimize our physical and cognitive health as we age. Join the Alzheimer’s Association Oregon Chapter to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise,

Cascade Bancorp, the holding company for Bank of the Cascades (BOTC), has entered into an agreement to purchase 12 Bank of America branch locations in Oregon and three branch locations in Washington. The acquisition enhances the bank’s footprint in Oregon and provides entry into the Washington market. Cascade will assume approximately $707 million of branch deposits in the transaction. Pending regulatory approval, completion of the transaction is expected to occur in the first quarter of 2016. Cascade plans to retain current employees working at the branches and is committed to a smooth transition for

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Couples Bridge 6 p.m. Crescent room, SHARC Sign up at the Marketplace Info: 541-556-6408

Wednesday Sunriver Rotary 7:30 a.m., Hearth Room at the Sunriver Lodge Info: 541-593-1756 Mountain Meadow Quilters 10 a.m., third Wednesday. Crescent room at SHARC.

cognitive activity and social engagement — and how to use hands-on tools to help incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging. This class is free, but registration is required. To register, call 800-272-3900. For a full list of upcoming classes, visit www. alz.org/oregon.

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The Alzheimer’s Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimers care, support and research. Its mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Its vision is a world without Alzheimers.

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Contrary to information in the January Scene, HOLA, the Mexican-Peruvian restaurant at the Sunriver Marina, did not remain open through the winter as originally planned. Fernando Bellido said they had to close the restaurant due to challenges with heavy snow and higher than expected utility costs. Bellido told the Scene on Jan. 12 that HOLA Sunriver will reopen in February around Valentine’s Day, and remain open daily through October. Information: 541-593-8880, www.holabend.com

Thursday Sunriver Yoga Club 8:45 a.m. All levels welcome Crescent room, SHARC. $5 sugg. donation. 541-585-5000 Duplicate Bridge 6 p.m., First, second, fourth & fifth Thursday, Crescent room at SHARC. Info: 541-556-6408

Church Services Holy Trinity Catholic

Mass: 9:30 a.m. Thursday; 5:30 p.m. Saturday; 8 a.m. Sunday. Cottonwood Road. 541-593-5990, 541-536-3571 www.holyredeemerparish.net Rev. Theo Nnabuga

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9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. Coffee Fellowship 11:15 a.m. Bible Fellowship Hour. At Beaver and Theater drives. 541-593-8341 www.cbchurchsr.org Pastor: Glen Schaumloeffel

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High Desert Museum events and programs Winter hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. through April 30. Adults $12, ages 65-plus $10, ages 5-12 $7, ages 4 and younger free. Feb. 3: Museum and Me A time for children and adults with physical, cognitive and/or social disabilities to enjoy the museum after hours. Explore the museum’s newest exhibits and revisit your favorites. 4 - 7 p.m., free. RSVP: highdesertmuseum.org/rsvp Feb. 6: Winter Mule Deer and Raptors Join biologist Jon Nelson on a trip to observe winter mule deer and raptors in Central Oregon. The trip will circle through Christmas Valley to view wintering raptors, including golden eagles, ferruginous hawks, prairie falcons, merlins and more. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Members $10, non-members $20. Registration and prepayment required: highdesert museum.org/field-trip Feb. 6: Thorn Hollow String Band Stomp your feet and do-si-do to the pioneer-inspired tunes of the frontier. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Management and Consulting for Homeowner & Condominium Associations & Projects 25 Years Management Experience in Central Oregon

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Feb. 9: Navajo, New Dealers, and the Metaphysics of Nature During the Great Depression, the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs imposed a conservation program on the Navajo Reservation, which eliminated half of the Navajo’s livestock herds in an effort to halt erosion. This controversial program failed, and reflected differences in their values and their understanding of the way nature works. Presented by Marsha Weisiger, an associate professor of history and environmental studies at the University of Oregon. 7 p.m., doors open at 5:30 p.m. Food and beverage sales in Father Luke’s Room, at McMenamins Old St. Francis School in Bend, help support this lecture series. Seating is limited and RSVP is required at highdesertmuseum.org/rsvp Feb. 13: Weekend Workshop: Snow School Explore the exhibit Rain, Snow or Shine after we focus on the splendor of snow. Examine unique snowflakes and learn how they are formed. Test your safety skills in a recreated snow cave and take home winter artwork. 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Paired pricing for one adult and one child. Members $10, non-members $15. Each additional participant $5. Registration and pre-payment required: highdesertmuseum. org/workshop Feb. 13: Central Oregon Symphony concert The Central Oregon Symphony will present pieces by

Aaron Copland and Virgil Thomson commissioned by the Works Progress Administration (WPA). The WPA, through the Federal Music Project, sought to employ musicians, offer free concerts and educate the public about music. This concert is presented in conjunction with the Art for a Nation: Inspiration from the Great Depression exhibit, which opens in April. 7:30 p.m., Bend High School Auditorium, 230 NE 6th Street, Bend. Visit www. cosymphony.com/tickets.htm for tickets and additional information. Concert is free but tickets are required. Repeats Feb. 14, 2 p.m. and Feb. 15, 7:30 p.m. at Bend High Feb. 20: Free Day Free entry to the museum 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sponsored by Mid Oregon Credit Union Feb. 17: Lunch & Lecture Series: The Plow that Broke the Plains Join us for a screening and discussion of Pare Lorentz’s documentary, The Plow that Broke the Plains (1936), examining the Dust Bowl on the Great Plains. Led by Curator of Western History Laura Ferguson, we’ll discuss the style of the film, which greatly influenced artists at the time, as well as Lorentz’s environmental argument. 12 p.m., free with admission. Feb. 24: Grouse of the Lewis and Clark Expedition Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife bologist Dr. Michael A. Schroeder will present a fascinating look into the Lewis and Clark Expedition and their encounters with North American grouse never Turn to Museum, page 16

Maria Simonton as Sister Augusta, left, Renee Owens as Sister Philamena, right, and Marlene Guasco as Mother Superior, foreground.

SSCT presents ‘Drinking Habits’ performances in February The Sunriver Stars Community Theater (SSCT) is excited to announce the opening of its 14th production, “Drinking Habits,” by Tom Smith. This play is a farce about two nuns who secretly make wine in the basement to earn money and help keep their convent open. “Throw in a couple of undercover reporters, a little romance an ever changing plot twist and we expect to offer a very entertaining show,” said director Ron Pugh.

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Performances will be held at SHARC on Feb. 26-28. The Friday night show starts at 7 p.m. and will include a no host bar. Saturday night is a dinner show, catered by Marcellos of Sunriver and includes a no host bar. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the show starts at 7 p.m. Sunday is a matinee starting at 2 p.m. The cast includes some veteran SSCT performers, as well as a few new stars. This is Pugh’s directorial debut with assistance from Sharon Sackett. The Stars are looking for volunteers to assist off-stage. “We welcome help in all aspects of production,” Pugh said. “Even if you’ve never been involved in theater, there is always something you can do to help and then, who knows, you might be the next star.”

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Call to artists for ‘Novel Idea’ themed entries The Deschutes County “Novel Idea” program is alive and well in the Sunriver area. Please consider entering the open art show at the Sunriver library in April with a work of painting, drawing, quilting, sculpture, or artifact of any kind that was inspired by the county’s book choice, “Euphoria” by Lily King. After reading this novel, artists are asked to create something in any medium for exhibit during the month of April. Many countywide events related to this novel are planned for the month of April including a visit from the author herself. Entry forms are available at the Sunriver Area Library and should be submitted by mid-March. The actual artwork may be delivered to the library meeting room by noon Saturday, March 26. There is no cost to enter. “Euphoria” is inspired by events in the life of revolutionary anthropologist Margaret Mead. It is a captivating story of three young, gifted anthropologists of the 1930s caught in a passionate love triangle that threatens their bonds, their careers, and ultimately their lives. Questions may be directed to Helen Brown, 541-7885025, or email hebbrown@ aol.com for an electronic copy of the entry form.

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Pup Crawl combines craft beer and animals Have a howling good time at a local brewpub during the Pup Crawl and help raise money for homeless animals. The Humane Society of Central Oregon’s 5th annual Pup Crawl will be held on select February dates from 4 to 7 p.m. Join the event at any or all of the nights at eight brewpups in Bend and Redmond. • Tuesday, Feb. 2 at 10 Barrel Brewing Company (1135 NW Galveston) • Thursday, Feb. 4 at Deschutes Brewery (1044 NW Bond) • Friday, Feb. 5 at Wild Ride Brew Company (332 SW 5th, Redmond)

• Tuesday, Feb. 9 at Worthy Brewing (495 NE Bellevue) • Thursday, Feb. 11 at GoodLife Brewing Company (70 SW Century) • Friday, Feb. 12 at Riverbend Brewing Company (2650 NW Division St) • Tuesday, Feb. 16 at Crux Fermentation Project (50 SW Division St) • Thursday, Feb. 18 at Craft Kitchen & Brewery (803 SW Industrial Way) • Thursday, Feb. 18 at Atlas Cider (550 SW Industrial Way) • Friday, Feb. 19 at Cascade Lakes Brewing Co. Lodge (1441 SW Chandler) This year’s Humane Society

Mastersingers present ‘choral dances’ The Central Oregon Mastersingers performs with special guests Ubiquitous Dance Company March 12, 7 p.m. at the Madras Performing Arts Center, 412 Buff Street and 2 p.m. March 13 at the Tower Theatre in Bend. Led by Clyde Thompson, singing and dancing will come together under the choreography of Dee Dee Burzynski, founder and director of the 15-member dance company. An array of music from the classic choral repertoire will be presented, from Monteverdi to Brahms, all the way to stunning new works by leading choral composers of the 21st century. The featured work, performed in collaboration with the dancers, will be the powerful, three-movement “Lamentations of Jeremiah” by Argentine composer Alberto Ginastera. The Ubiquitous Dancers will also present works of their own, including excerpts from Igor Stravinsky’s ballet, “Agon.” For more information, please visit www.co-mastersingers.com or call 541-385-7229.

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Recapping Sunriver’s Top 10 stories of 2015 2015 was an eventful year in Sunriver. The Scene surveyed its volunteers and staff on what they thought were the Top 10 stories of last year and here’s what they believe worthy of reflection: 10. John Harder, the former CEO of Sunwest Management, was sentenced in November to 15 years in prison for money laundering and fraud. Harder and Sunwest were financial backers of Silverstar Destinations LLC, a company that in 2006 purchased and proposed redeveloping what was then known as Sunriver Village. Silverstar proposed a multi-story, high-density development with plazas, restaurants, retail shops and a parking garage and hundreds of condominiums on the upper floors. The proposal generated enormous controversy and more than 1,000 written comments to Deschutes County. Before Silverstar declared bankruptcy in 2008, the company created a Town Center District text amendment in county development codes that was approved but never utilized. Rediscover Sunriver Village LLC purchased the mall out of bankruptcy in 2009 and redeveloped The Village at Sunriver into the condition it exists today. 9. Recreational use of marijuana became legal in Oregon and Sunriver, in July. Other than an overdose incident early in the year when a visitor ate gummy marijuana candies and experienced difficulties breathing, legal recreational use of marijuana appeared to have minimal impact on Sunriver emergency services. Most vacation homes in Sunriver do not permit smoking so those individuals who want to smoke marijuana have to do it outside

but not in view of the public. As the year ended, Deschutes County was wrestling with regulations regarding where to allow recreational marijuana sales, growing and processing facilities. No elements of the marijuana industry are allowed in the established boundaries of Sunriver but there was considerable interest and consternation about permitting them in subdivisions near Sunriver. 8. In July, Sunriver Brewing Company finished its first expansion since it began production in January 2014, doubling production capacity to more than 5,000 barrels per year. The company began distributing its beer to pubs and stores in Western Oregon and the brew house in The Village at Sunriver continued to draw enormous crowds. At year’s end there were rumors that Sunriver Brewing Company was contemplating opening a second pub location on Galveston Avenue on Bend’s westside in a space previously occupied by Oblivion Brewing. Competition arrived in October when Rat Hole Brewery, which started in Bend, opened a second pub and brewery in the Sunriver Plaza. The Rat Hole began with daily lunch and dinner operations, and by year’s end was offering breakfasts on weekends. Rat Hole chef Dave Cohen was a chef at

Café Sintra and Marcello’s in Sunriver for nine years before he operated Rockin’ Dave’s, a popular bagel bakery in Bend for eight years. 7. Sunriver Resort Limited Partnership applied for a conditional use permit to expand Caldera Springs onto 617 acres of land bordering the existing resort. The annexed property would include up to 395 single-family residences and 95 additional overnight lodging units. Plans include leaving 125 acres of open space along the southern edge of the property as an elk migration corridor. Neighbors expressed concerns about impacts on wildlife, traffic and adequacy of water and sewer systems. 6. The North Pool became a SROA member-only facility in 2015, with new barbecues, poolside furniture and lawn games. Use of the North Pool by members and their accompanied guests soared 155 percent over the previous year. 5. Sunriver Resort completed an extensive remodel of its main lodge, dining facilities, guest rooms and pool complex. Turn to 2015, page 20

Photography exhibit at Sunriver library The Sunriver Area Public Library is featuring the work of local photographer Grace Kennedy through the end of March. Kennedy considers herself to be an “eclectic” photographer — creating images that “speak to her in the moment.” She is particularly drawn to images of architecture, including doors, windows and street scenes. Through extensive travel she has had many opportunities to photograph out of the ordinary subjects. Kennedy’s love of photography began as a child with her Brownie box camera and a roll of film. In the 7th grade she read a book about a wildlife photographer and knew immediately that was what she wanted to do. She also does wedding and portrait photography. Kennedy’s photography exhibit is accessible during regular library hours, Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 56855 Venture Lane in the Sunriver Business Park. Information: 541-312-1080.

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sunriver women’s club Presidents message February is the month of “adjustment” as it is leap year. Leap years are needed to keep our modern day Gregorian calendar in alignment with the Earth’s revolutions around the sun. So an extra day has been added to the calendar, every four years, since the time of Julius Caesar. An old Irish tradition allowed women to propose marital commitment. On the SRWC calendar, the Nominating Committee is gearing up to find women willing to share their unique talents with us. Whether you want us to alter direction or maintain our current path, let your voice be heard. When that call comes, we

hope you will accept the role. —Warmly, Stephanie and Lana, co-presidents Lunch with friends Join us Monday, March 7, and have lunch with friends in the Crescent Room at SHARC from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring a lunch, beverage and a friend. Or, if you are new to the area, come and meet other club members. It’s free. It’s a good time for laughter and friendship. Questions? Contact Valerie Wood srsunnyval@gmail.com or Barb Wymetalek at barb wymo@chamberscable.com. February luncheon Kristina Barragan, from the Alzheimer’s Association, will be

our lunch guest speaker on Feb. 16 at the Crosswater Grille. She will discuss the characteristics and stages of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias as well as local resources available for those who become caregivers. The menu includes choice of the following: 1) grilled pork chop with bacon-pearl onion sauce, mashed potatoes and peas; 2) Caesar salad with smoked salmon or 3) jumbo pasta shell stuffed with ricotta and herbs with a tomato sauce. Dessert will be chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream. Lunch check-in will be at 11:30 a.m. Email Charlie at srwcprograms@gmail.com with your lunch choice by Thursday, Feb. 11. Coats for kids Thank you to all who donated winter wear to keep children in southern Deschutes County warm. If you would like to donate, contact Nancy Fischer at sunrivernancy@gmail.com or 925-708-4587.

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Lake cross-country skiing. This event is intermediate/advanced level. Sheila Schmerber and Gail Drew are the leaders. • Monday, Feb. 22, full moon snowshoe walk. Judy Manos, Gina Rosbrook and Gail Drew are the leaders. • Tuesday, March 8, tour of the Nordic skiing exhibit at the Deschutes Historical Society. Marcia Schonlau and Carolyn Spaniol are the leaders. Calendar collection/recycling Recycle your calendars and help support the Shiners For Children Hospital. Bring them to the February luncheon. We are working with REPOST whose mission embraces a unique and creative style for sending happiness all across the globe, while reducing waste in our environment, as well as helping to better the lives of children with disabilities. This is accomplished by handcrafting each REPOST envelope using recycled calendars and donating a portion of company profits to Shriners Hospital for Children. If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Corinne Andrews. Art faire Mark your calendar for the SRWC Sunriver Art Faire kickoff. We will recognize our Sponsors With Heart on April 12 at SHARC, in conjunction with the Sunriver Chamber of Commerce. Coming Aug. 12-14, the faire will feature more than 70 juried artists, live entertainment and a children’s art center. For more information contact Sandra Lassen at 541-593-4089.

Membership Membership is open yearround to women in Sunriver and the surrounding communities. An active membership is $20 and an associate membership is $35. Contact Marty Fobes at srwcmembership@ gmail.com. Cub website Check out our website at www.sunriverwomensclub. com. The club has a lot going on.

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Health: Coaching for a more satisfying life By Tammy Goen The moment you’ve been awaiting for decades is finally here — you’ve reached retirement and, wow… you have a lot of time on your hands. Or… you’ve guided and watched your children grow into independent adults and helped them on their way into the larger world and now your time is yours, but you feel empty. Or… your company has merged or outsourced your position or changed administrative policy and you find yourself with a nice exit package but jobless...now what?

Life coaching can help you redefine your goals and take steps toward achieving them or prepare you for a new phase in life. Are you so stressed that you can’t remember the last time you were able to really enjoy life? Do you feel aimless and unsure what your purpose is in life? Do you consider yourself to be successful and have achieved what you thought you wanted yet don’t feel happy? Coaching can help you learn to identify stressors and obstacles to your happiness, how to change unhealthy habits in order to cope more effectively

Bend library offers free tax prep AARP Foundation Tax-Aide and the United Way of Deschutes County are offering free tax preparation sessions for Central Oregonians at the Downtown Bend Public Library Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 6 through April 10. Come to the library to learn more about tax credits and have an IRS-certified volunteer prepare your taxes. Taxes are prepared online, using IRS certified software and then electronically transmitted to the IRS. Certified tax volunteers will also be available to answer some your tax questions. Walk-in sessions at the Downtown Bend Library are Saturday and Sunday from 12 to 5 p.m. beginning Feb. 6. No sessions will be offered Sunday, Feb. 7. Call 541-706-6507 for more information or visit www. cashoregon.org/taxprep.html for a list of items to bring with you to the session.

with difficulties and regain joy in spite of them. It can help you make shifts in your thoughts and actions in order to get more out of your life. Life coaching is a very dynamic process of increasing awareness, identifying goals and shifts and then implementing them. Making changes requires more than just talking about what’s not working. Everyone has hopes and dreams

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Start the new year right with Living Well workshops Deschutes County Health Services is offering workshop dates for its popular Living Well workshop series. If you or someone you care about is living with a long-term health condition such as diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure or depression, this six-week workshop is a great option for learning to manage conditions more effectively and achieve a healthier way of life. The Living Well with Chronic Conditions program is a six-week workshop that teaches practical skills for living a healthy life. It is designed to complement and enhance medical treatment and disease management. The two-anda-half-hour classes, taught by trained volunteer leaders,

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‘Know Blue’ programs at the Deschutes Public Library The color blue is often associated with trust, honesty and loyalty. It is a serious, steadfast color that signifies reliability, responsibility and security. Blue is also used to describe an amazing cheese, two distinctly American types of music, one of Pablo Picasso’s most prolific creative periods and one of the most underappreciated mountain ranges in Oregon. Get in touch with all things blue this February during “Know Blue”

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3. In an effort to stabilize eroded stream banks and restore damaged riparian areas, SROA restricted access to a user-made boat slip off Meadow Road that many owners, the public and some commercial operators used as launch point for floats down the Deschutes River. The closure forced users, including many Sunriver owners, to shift a few hundred yards south to Harper Bridge, the officially designated public access point adjacent to the Crosswater golf course. In an effort to increase safety around the public launch area, Deschutes County reduced the speed limit from 45 to 35 mph, and installed rumble strips to alert motorists and pedestrians of congestion. 2. SROA opened its own boat launch on the marina lagoon. The facility features a gravel beach for hand launching canoes, kayaks and rafts, and a paved ramp for launching and recovering trailered boats. Other amenities include paved parking and a plumbed rest-

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New furniture, bedding, granite countertops and modern appliances were installed in the Lodge Village overnight units. The Lodge pool was transformed into The Cove, and includes a waterslide, cabanas and café. In the lodge, the Owls Nest was transformed into the Twisted River Tavern, and the Meadows Restaurant became Carson’s American Kitchen. 4. Mavericks, the former fitness facility on Cottonwood Road, closed in 2014 and was foreclosed upon by the bank. Three times in 2015, Mavericks was scheduled to be sold at a sheriff ’s auction but was withdrawn each time. In mid-summer, a potential buyer emerged and proposed an assisted living and memory care facility. As the year ended, the prospective buyer sent letters to 1,500 owners near Mavericks seeking support to change CC&Rs to allow the proposed use.

The Blues Bridge – From Chitlin’ to Rock ‘n’ Roll Rock ‘n’ roll emerged as the convergence of musical styles, including the blues. Mike Ficher explores how the blues helped nurture rock ‘n’ roll. Saturday, Feb. 6, 2 p.m. East Bend Library

Explore the Blue Mountains Learn about and explore Oregon’s Blue Mountains with writer and “Ask Oregon” travel ambassador Kim Cooper Findling. Wednesday, Feb. 10, 6 p.m., Downtown Bend Library Thursday, Feb. 11, 12 p.m., La Pine Library Picasso’s Kind of Blue Join COCC art history instructor Jason Lamb as he room. Access is via a security gate that can only be activated with SROA Member Preference or Recreation Plus Program swipe cards. 1. Hammer Time Hardware closed without warning Oct. 10, but signs posted in the windows said the store would reopen in spring 2016 as an Ace Hardware Store. Owner Bob Mitchell said he had to empty the building in order to remodel and equip it with new lighting, flooring and shelving systems. Mitchell, who owns 10 Ace Hardware stores in Oregon and Washington, including three in Bend, said when the Sunriver location re-opens, it will have twice the inventory and many products that weren’t previously available. He described the new hardware store as a general store with expanded sporting goods, housewares, pet supplies and rural lifestyle product offerings. He said he planned to expand the lumberyard and make more power tools available for rent including concrete mixers and jackhammers, tools that Sunriver area homeowners currently have to travel to Bend or La Pine to obtain.

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Public notice: Asbestos in Sunriver An environmental assessment performed in 2009 found small amounts of asbestos-containing material (ACM) present in the soil at limited locations in Sunriver. The ACM is associated with a World War II U.S. Army camp (Camp Abbot) previously located on the property that became Sunriver. Air testing has demonstrated that the ACM poses an extremely low risk to people. Nevertheless, if ACM is encountered it must be properly managed and disposed of as required by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. • What is ACM? Asbestoscontaining material consists of building materials or other substances that contain one percent or more asbestos fibers. Historically, ACM included floor tile, building siding, roofing materials, automobile brake pads, insulation, wall texture, and many more materials. • What does the ACM in Sunriver look like? ACM encountered in Sunriver soil generally consists of shards of building siding and floor tile, commonly between 1 and 6 inches in diameter. These materials may be greenish gray, light gray or other colors, and commonly exhibit ribbed or grid patterns. Samples of ACM are available for viewing at the Sunriver Owners Association. • Where are the asbestoscontaining materials? ACM has been encountered in discrete locations on common property in Sunriver. It typically has been found on the surface or within 12 inches of the surface. ACM has also been detected on a small number of private properties. It is possible that ACM are present in soil in other areas. • What should I do if I see it? Do not disturb suspected materials. Contact the Air Quality Program of the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality at 541-633-2019 if suspect material is encountered on private property. Contact the Sunriver Owners Association at 541-593-1522 if suspect material is encountered on common areas. • Where can I find additional information? The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality can provide additional information about asbestos and ACM. Information also can be obtained from the DEQ Asbestos Program website www.deq.state.or.us/ aq/asbestos/index.htm. The Sunriver Owners Association can provide additional information about previous investigations in Sunriver, including examples of ACM.

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Science Pub explores first victims of climate change

Sunriver climate summary According to preliminary data received by NOAA’s National Weather Service in Pendleton, temperatures at Sunriver averaged near normal during the month of December. The average temperature was 27.4 degrees which was normal. High temperatures averaged 34.6 degrees, which was 1.3 degrees below normal. The highest was 53 degrees on Dec. 8. Low temperatures averaged 20.1 degrees, which was 1.2 degrees above normal. The lowest was -7 degrees, on Dec. 26. There were 25 days with the low temperature below 32 degrees. There were nine days when the high temperature stayed below 32 degrees. Precipitation totaled 5.48 inches during December, which was 2.41 inches above normal. Measurable precipitation – at least .01 inch – was received on 21 days with the heaviest, 1.23 inches reported on Dec. 14.

Snowfall totaled 28.3 inches with at least 1 inch of snow reported on seven days. The heaviest snowfall was 7.9 inches reported on Dec. 14. The greatest depth of snow on the ground was 23 inches on Dec. 24. The highest wind gust was 23 mph on Dec. 21. The outlook for January from NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center calls for near to above normal temperatures and near normal precipitation. Normal highs for Sunriver during January are 38.5 degrees and normal lows are 19.9 degrees. The 30-year normal precipitation is 2.55 inches. This was the second wettest December on record. The wettest was 6.63 inches in 2005. The National Weather Service is an office of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, an agency of the U.S. Commerce Department. — Source: National Weather Service

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Wind, snow, trees and fire By Pat Hensley owners, however, Sunriver has been are responsible battered by Mother for trees on our Nature over the past private properseveral weeks – and the ty, just as we are most dramatic and noresponsible for ticeable impacts have clearing the snow been on trees. Starting from our drivejust before Thanksways. For more giving, Sunriver has Pat Hensley information on been hit with a series of removing downed storms that have brought heavy trees from private property, I wet snow, high winds, snow, recommend the article “Heavy, and yet more snow. December’s wet snow brings down trees, cuts snowfall in Sunriver set a new power” in the January issue of the one-month record. The heavy Sunriver Scene. And of course, wet snow broke branches off of the staff of SROA’s Natural Rehuge ponderosa and lodgepole sources Department is also ready pines as well as smaller trees like to answer your questions. the maples and aspens in my SROA owners were directly yard. High winds added insult to affected by the challenges of injury, bringing down hundreds cleaning up the trees brought of trees throughout Sunriver, down during these record-breakboth on SROA common areas ing snowstorms. At one point, and on private property. downed trees were blocking Now we Sunriver owners are more than 30 lanes all over faced with the task of cleaning Sunriver. Before SROA’s snowup. Fallen branches will have to plows could get through to clear be cleared away and many trees the snow to make the roads will have to be removed entire- passable, our Public Works crew ly. Who is responsible for the first had to get out there and cleanup? The Sunriver Owners remove the downed trees. With Association is responsible for more snowfall since the first of removing downed trees from the year, SROA’s Public Works roads, pathways and other com- employees continue to work to mon areas. Individual property keep our roads clear.

Windstorms and the damage they can cause to trees are not unusual in Sunriver. SROA owner Lee Stevenson, known to many owners for spearheading the reforestation initiative, Project Ponderosa, described the effects of a storm with high winds on New Year’s Eve 2008 in his “Chorus of One” letter in the February 2009 Scene. Mr. Stevenson observed that a large proportion of the trees brought down in that storm were lodgepoles, which are more susceptible to insects and disease than ponderosas and have much shorter lifespans. The damage from this winter’s storms, particularly the downing of lodgepole pines, could have been worse if SROA had not been employing strong,

January SROA board meeting summary The Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Board of Directors met Friday, Jan. 15 and Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016. Board members present: Bob Nelson, Pat Hensley, Richard Wharton, Bob Wrightson, Mike Gocke, Dave Jendro, Mark Murray and Roger Smith. Jim Fister attended via phone. Staff present: Hugh Palcic, Keith Kessaris, Brooke Snavely. Treasurer’s report Not available. Owners forum -Priscilla Devin asked why the board eliminated the full-season and off-season pass programs at SHARC. She said some people impacted by the change of policy used the indoor pool for health reasons. -Jane Wilson inquired about prioritization of snowplowing. She said she was unable to attend several events because her lane was blocked by deep snow. -Betty Vincent said she believes lap swimming and water aerobics at SHARC should be available to people outside Sunriver. Association operations Administration: Reporting of 2015 Affordable Care Act information to IRS was underway. Transitioned the SROA retirement plan to a new provider. Page 22

Accounting: Coordinated the Sunriver Service District’s reserve study by a specialist. Continued converting payroll services to ADP. Completed 2016 budgeting. Began preparation of SROA year end financials for audit. I.T. Worked with BendBroadband to provide 10 Mbps fiber connections for SHARC events. Worked with third party printer on barcode printing for election envelopes. Provided technical support for SHARC events, including satellite feeds of the Civil War and Apple Cup football viewing parties. Communications: January Scene advertising revenues of $19,064 were up seven percent from the previous January. Year to date revenues of $249,473 were up 6 percent over prior year. Sunriver Style spots aired during the Cotton Bowl, Orange Bowl and Alamo Bowl on ESPN in Central Oregon. Community Development: The year closed out strong in every category except new construction. This is to be expected as Sunriver has effectively reached build out and few vacant lots remain. Staff completed the wood shake roof audit and began notification for 2016 contractor registration

and property for sale inspections. Natural Resources: Wind and snowstorms kept staff busy in December with hazard tree inspections and issuance of tree removal permits. Completed 2015 ladder fuels reduction and tree thinning on commons. Submitted 2015 Tree City USA application for recertification. Updated the firewood permit system for 2016. Public Works: Shifted to 24 hour staffing during the December snowstorms. Some staff plowed snow for 26 of 31 days in December. Measured 56.4 inches of snow in December, the most in 31 years of record keeping. Developed conceptual plan to replace the picnic pavilion at Fort Rock Park. Coordinated with SRFD, SRPD and BNSF on flood emergency action planning. Staff monitors conditions along the railroad tracks near the Sunriver Environmental spray fields on a daily basis. Recreation/SHARC: More than 170 people attended the December potluck at SHARC. More than 250 people attended the annual Owner Holiday Open House event. Deep cleaned carpets and flooring. Vandalism of tubing hill fence www.sunriverowners.org

proactive forest management practices. Adhering to our association’s Ladder Fuels Reduction Plan, first created in 1995, SROA treats between 120 and 150 acres of common area each year for ladder fuel reduction, fire safety and overall forest health. SROA’s focus is on thinning stands, eliminating hazard trees, and gradually favoring the hardier and more disease-resistant ponderosas. SROA’s Natural Resources department is hard at work throughout the year to promote overall forest health. Protecting against damage from snow and wind is just one aspect of the Department’s efforts. With snow on the ground in Sunriver, owners may not be worrying about the risk of wildfire, but SROA’s Natural

Resources Department always has this risk in mind: protecting Sunriver against the risk of wildfire is a top priority. Fortunately, forest-health activities that promote trees that can withstand winter storms also make for a forest environment that is more resistant and resilient in the face of wildfire. Trees are essential to Sunriver’s identity. For 35 years in a row, Sunriver has earned the Tree City U.S.A. designation. We are surrounded on three sides by forestland and the thousands of trees throughout Sunriver are an important reason many of us purchased property in Sunriver. This winter’s windstorms, like the windstorm on New Year’s Eve 2008, are a sharp reminder to Sunriver owners that we can’t control Mother Nature. As an association and as individual property owners, however, we can manage our forest environment wisely with actions that mimic Mother Nature. In upcoming president’s messages, I will provide more detail on the measures that SROA takes to promote a healthy forest. I will also discuss the real economic and quality-of-life benefits to the association and individual owners of these efforts.

rope required several repairs. Discussed pavilion options at Fort Rock Park with Public Works. Sales and renewals of Member Preference accounts began Dec. 15 with activity at a higher level than previous year. Sent renewal applications to all Sunriver clubs for 2016. Board actions: -Approved the minutes of the Dec. 18 work session. -Approved the minutes of the Dec. 19 regular meeting. -Approved restatement of the SROA employee retirement plan. -Approved appointment of Keith Kessaris, SROA Assistant General Manager, as a representative to the Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. -Approved a two-year lease agreement between SROA and the Sunriver Charitable Fund for use of a Steinway piano at SHARC. -Approved recommendations for the procedures and fees regarding display of welcome banners at the entries to Sunriver. -Conducted a First Reading of rule changes to the Sunriver Design Manual regarding event banners, Section 25.08. -Conducted a First Reading on proposed changes to section 19.05 of the Design Manual

concerning colors of vertical elements on buildings including deck screening, rails, balusters, benches, supports, stair risers and doors. (See story page 24.) -Received the 2015 SROA Annual Report prepared by the general manager and staff. -Approved a recommendation to appoint Jim Wilson to a vacancy on the Sunriver Service District Managing Board. -Approved the position description for the newly created SROA Owner Enrichment Committee. -Approved the position description for the SROA Volunteer Coordinator position. The Jan. 15 work session adjourned at approximately 11:30 a.m. to executive session to discuss personnel matters. The Jan. 16 regular meeting adjourned at 11:04 a.m. The next scheduled SROA board work session is Friday, Feb. 19, 9 a.m. in the SROA Board Room. The next regular board meeting will be held Saturday, Feb. 20, 9 a.m. in the SROA administration building, 57455 Abbot Drive, between circle 3 and 4, next to the Sunriver Fire Department. All SROA members are invited to attend the meetings. Approved meeting minutes are posted, as available, to www. sunriverowners.org.

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SROA 2015 Annual Report available The Sunriver Owners summaries of SROA departAssociation’s 2015 Annual ment activities and achieveReport is now available at ments in 2015. Notably, www.sunriverowners.org. We the Recreation Department hope you’ll reported read it online record atand save your tendance association at SHARC printing costs in March but for those during spring who prefer a break, and paper copy, June when they will be early sumavailable at mer weather the front desk drove many o f S H A RC into the Sunriver a n d S ROA pools seeking 2015 ANNUAL REPORT A Year in Review admin. relief. The annuMajor acal report incomplishcludes details about the asso- ments in 2015 include the ciation’s $10 million budget, opening of SROA’s new boat reserve fund, revenues, ex- launch facility and a free river penses and a comparison of shuttle service to owners. monthly maintenance fees of The SROA Board of Direcsimilar communities. tors hosted a member event For the benefit of its mem- in Portland that attractbers, SROA manages 1,000 ed more than 200 owners. acres of common area, 24 SROA rolled out additional tennis and six pickleball member benefits including courts, two aquatics facilities dedication of the North Pool and SHARC events center, to owners and their guests; 66 miles of roads and 34 an express admission line at miles of pathways, three SHARC for owners; owner parks, two RV storage yards discounts on tennis clinics and the recycling center and and lessons; discounts for more than $1 million of event spaces at SHARC; free rolling stock (trucks, plows, fitness classes and daily free graders, etc.) coffee service in the Hosmer The annual report includes living room at SHARC. OWNERS ASSOCIATION

SROA WANTS YOU Are you ready to step up and make a difference in our community? Want to use your skills and experience in a productive way? Then it is time to throw your hat in the ring to become a candidate for the SROA Board of Directors in the August election. All Sunriver property owners, both residents and non-residents are eligible to serve. There are three ways to make that happen: • Fill out a Board Application Candidacy Form and Conflict of Interest Form and turn them in to the SROA office for processing by the Nominating Committee. • Contact one of the Nominating Committee members listed below to indicate your interest or to learn more about the steps required to become a candidate as well as the duties of a board member. • Get 100 of your friends and neighbors (only one signature per property allowed) to sign your Petition for Candidacy. All required forms are available at the SROA office. Call 541-593-2411 to have forms mailed to you or stop by the office at 57455 Abbot Drive to collect them. Forms are also available for download at www.sunriverowners.org>Onlineoffice>resourcecenter>committees>NominatingCommittee March 31 is the deadline for candidates seeking nomination by application to submit their completed forms to the Nominating Committee. April 1, 4 p.m. is the deadline for those seeking candidacy by petition to file their petitions at the SROA office. The slate of candidates will be announced at the April 16 SROA Board of Directors meeting. The following members of the SROA Nominating Committee will be happy to assist you or answer any questions you may have: Margaret Angell, co-chair mangell0402@gmail.com 541-593-3242 Steve Stedman, co-chair sstedman01@msn.com 541-593-0594 Linda Saukkonen lsauk@chamberscable.com 541-593-2898 Jim Wilson jimwilson4139@gmail.com 541-593-9908 Gary Carlson mesquitobiker@gmail.com 541-593-5004 Jane Boubel jboubel@chamberscable.com 541-593-2641 Jane Vakoc jane@vakoc.com 541-598-2048

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The SROA Board of Directors held First Readings Friday, Jan. 15 on proposed changes to SROA’s Design Committee Manual regarding color and contrast of vertically-oriented deck and staircase materials on buildings, and regulation of event banners displayed at the entries to Sunriver. Comments on the proposed changes will be accepted for 60 days, or until March 18. Colors of vertical elements Several recent applications to the SROA Design Committee made apparent the need for a change to Section 19.05 of the Design Manual to give THE REAL ESTATE EXPERT YOUR FRIENDS RECOMMEND!

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be a different color than the house color. When risers are painted the house body color, it can create a striped look to that portion of the house. This can be very prominent if the entrance is elevated above ground level. Allowing the risers to match the tread material can mitigate this effect. This same disjointed effect can be created when supports, benches, and/ or fascia are painted house body color. Material matching the deck may better create the desired visual effect than painting. Supports are often pressure treated to which paint does not adhere well and can create an unkempt appearance when the paint begins to peel shortly after application. The proposed language reads as follows: “In the sole discretion of the Design Committee, and if excessive contrast to the house body color is not created; stair risers may be of the same material and finish as the attached stair treads; benches may match the surrounding deck materials; treated supports may be left unpainted; other support materials, i.e. rock, brick, may be Turn to Reading, page 28

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SHARC meeting and event spaces available

By Melanie Saunders SHARC ended 2015 with a bang… or at least with music, dancing and horns when we hosted the annual Sunriver Homeowners Holiday Open House presented by the SROA Board of Directors. The event included a hosted bar from Sunriver Brewing, finger food from Blue Bite Catering, and piano favorites by Brian Gurl. At the New Year’s themed party, owners and guests shared their plans for 2016 and, boy, are you going to be busy. Many new year resolutions included being healthy, happy and spending more time in Sunriver (we should all spend more time enjoying Sunriver). Some owners are planning to travel to exotic places like Asia, Africa, Cuba and of course, Disneyland. Others plan to spend free time doing yoga, enjoying the outdoors and visiting with grandchildren (SHARC is a great place to do all three). SHARC hosted its 250+ party guests in Benham Hall, a 5,000-square foot space that is also perfect for weddings, banquets, trade expos, private parties, business lunches, conferences or any other large scale events you might have planned for 2016. Along with plenty of tables to comfortably seat 250 guests and their families, the event in Benham Hall included two hosted bars, a dance floor and entertainment for guests to enjoy… just to give you an idea of the capacity of Benham Hall. If you’re looking for a little less event space, SHARC has that covered too. Benham Hall can be divided into two smaller rooms – Pringle and Dillon. These are perfect spaces to host business meetings, presentations, lectures, luncheons, and retirement parties. Maximum capacity for each room is 175 people. SHARC’s Crescent Room is a smaller meeting space that is ideal for buffets, club meetings and classroom-style lectures. If you need food or beverage service for an upcoming event, SHARC has a list of registered caterers who are familiar with our event spaces and can customize a menu for your special event. In adSUNRIVER SCENE •

dition, SHARC’s hospitality kitchen — which includes sinks, ice machine, warming ovens, refrigerator and plenty of counter space — is also available for rent, so you or your caterer can properly prepare and cleanup food and beverage items for your event. Other event spaces available at SHARC include the John Gray Amphitheater and the Picnic Pavilion. The John Gray Amphitheater lawn is perfect for an outdoor wedding, summer party or concert and can hold up to 1,250 people seated in low-profile chairs or on blankets. Both the John Gray patio and amphitheater make great outdoor additions to events inside Benham Hall. The picnic pavilion is located at Paulina Park and includes a barbecue and picnic tables. There are several homeowner events planned for 2016 at SHARC and the North Pool. Summer will be busy with concerts and events, while in the fall we will host our

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annual Uncorked Sunriver Style wine festival. All events will feature discount pricing to homeowners. In addition to SHARC hosted events, Sunriver homeowners, clubs and organizations also took advantage Turn to SHARC, page 27

The Sunriver Police Department has in its possession numerous items of unclaimed property. Pursuant to ORS 98.245, if you have ownership interest in any of this unclaimed property, you must file a claim with the Sunriver Police Department within 30 days from the date of publication of this notice or you will lose interest in the listed property. You must provide satisfactory proof of ownership. The unclaimed property includes: bicycles and accessories, marine and fishing equipment, beach towel, camera and accessories, computer/tablet, camping equipment, air mattresses, raft, keys, BB gun, tools, automotive equipment, clothing, cell phone, sports equipment, leather notebook, backpack, wallet/purse. Information: Sunriver Police Department, PO Box 4788, 57455 Abbot Drive, Sunriver OR 97707, 541-593-1014.

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Events & Programs

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Events open to the public • For information visit sunriversharc.com

SHARC aquatic hours Indoor Open Swim & Outdoor Adult Hot Tub Feb. 1-29: Open Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.-8:30pm, Sunday 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Feb. 14: Open 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m.

Tubing Hill Feb. 1-29: Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Special hours Feb. 15: Open 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Daily general admission to SHARC includes tubing hill when available. Tubing only: $10/ person or 5 run punch pass Special tubes are provided. No personal sleds or tubes allowed. Riders must be at least 4 years old and able to ride alone. Secure footwear required, no bare feet. General admission: $15 per person per day, 4 years and older. Free for

children 3 and under. Join us for Central Oregon Sundays. Every Sunday through May 22, residents of Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson County receive a $9 admission per person. Must show proof of residency. Call 541-585-5000 for more information.

Lap Swim-Indoor Pool 6-10am daily: 2016 Member Preference ID, SROA Guest Pass 8-10am daily: Recreation Plus card holders and general public General admission is $10 for lap swimming only and cannot be applied to open recreation swim admission fee. 9-10am Monday-Thursday only one lane available due to water fitness 6:30-7:30pm Monday-Thursday one lane available

Water Fitness Monday-Thursday: 9-10am A high-energy, low-impact wa-

ter-based workout that is perfect for all levels and abilities. (Please bring swimsuit, towel, and water bottle. Water shoes and water shirt are optional but strongly encouraged.) 2016 Member Preference drop-in rate: $5 or 11 punch pass - $50 General public drop-in rate: $10 or 11 punch pass - $100

Swim Lessons Feb. 1-17: Six 30-minute classes Mondays & Wednesdays Level 1: 3:45-4:15pm Level 2: 4:30-5pm Level 3 & 4: 5:15-5:45pm 2016 Member Preference $40, general public $45 Level 1A: Ages 2-5 years. This is an introductory level class concentrating on water comfort, supported floating, bobbing with bubbles and flutter kicks.

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This event is a family fun night of lasers show, music and tubing! Tubing hill will be illuminated with black lights, so be sure to wear bright reflective colors! Each participant will receive a light-up necklace and as many runs down the tubing hill as they can handle! Riders must be at least 4 years old and able to ride alone. Special tubes are provided. No personal sleds allowed Space is limited so please call to make reservations

Lifeguard Class -American Red Cross certified lifeguard-training course $150 Are you a high school or college student looking for a rewarding job? Looking for a job that you can take with you wherever you go? Looking for a job that teaches teamwork? A job that you will have fun at? Lifeguarding may be just what you are looking for! Course 1 - Feb. 20, 21, 27, 28 • Course 2 - March 22-25 Course 3 - April 16, 17, 23, 24 All courses 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Underwater Egg Hunt & Rubber Duck Races March 26 • 9a.m. - 12 p.m. Join SHARC for the EGG-stravagant underwater egg hunt and rubber duck races! Dive for weighted plastic eggs for fun prizes. Kids will be grouped by age and swim ability. Personalize your white duck at our “sharpie station,” then follow it as it races around the lazy river. Prizes for top heat finishers. $10 for either egg hunt or duck race or $15 for both. Pre-registration is required and space is limited for this event

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Level 1B: Ages 6-12 years. This is an introductory level class, for older students who have not had lessons, but want to learn to swim. Students will be concentrating on water comfort, supported floating, bobbing with bubbles and flutter kicks. Level 2A: Ages 2-5 years. Participants will progress from floating to forward motion in the water. Both front and back arm strokes will be introduced and breath control will progress to side breathing. Level 2B: Ages 6-12 years. This class is a progression from floating to forward motion in the water. Both front and back arm strokes will be introduced and breath control will progress to side breathing. Level 3: Rhythmic breath control is required for this level. Participants concentrate on elementary backstroke, breaststroke and freestyle. Focus will be on coordination of arms and legs. Mastery of side breathing will be required to progress to level 4. Level 4: Participants in level four will

be concentrating on sidestroke and butterfly, with emphasis on water fitness and endurance.

Private Lessons Private or semi-private (2 students) are offered at SHARC. Private lessons are scheduled independently based on instructor availability. Call 541585-3714 to schedule private lessons. 2016 Member Preference ID card holders: $30 per 30-minute private lesson General public: $35 per 30-minute private lesson Semi-private: $15 for second child per 30-minute lesson

Swim Club Feb. 2-18: Tuesdays & Thursdays 5-6pm Structured, non-competitive program to refine and strengthen swim technique in freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. Ages 6-18. (Participants must pass swim test). Daily drop-in: $5; Monthly: 20156 Member Preference ID $25; general public: $30

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Sunriver Rotary Club news

Sunriver Music Festival offers Valentine’s Day dinner and concert Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. One of the best choices in Central Oregon for a romantic night out is in Sunriver at Sunriver Resort’s historic Great Hall Sunday, Feb. 14. Join the Sunriver Music Festival for a four-course dinner prepared by Sunriver Resort, a hosted happy hour, a full concert and dancing to the music of the 18-piece Salem Big Band. Come alone or bring your friends. Tables for two or eight are available. The Salem Big Band has been performing throughout the

northwest since 1989. For this evening of romance, the band has created a special line up of favorite big band love songs. Bring your favorite Valentine and your dancing shoes to enjoy a memorable evening in the Sunriver Resort’s historic Great Hall. Tickets for the Valentine’s dinner and concert are $75. The evening begins at 5:30 p.m. For information or tickets, call 541-593-9310, email tickets@ sunrivermusic.org, or visit www. sunrivermusic.org

In this column we share what local Rotarians, your Sunriver friends and neighbors, are doing to help local and worldwide communities improve. Free dictionaries for local students The goal of The Dictionary Project is to ensure that everyone will be able to enjoy the benefits of owning a dictionary. With the help of Rotary clubs around the world, since 1995 nearly 25 million free dictionaries have been given to third graders via this popular nonprofit based out of Charleston, South Carolina. The Sunriver Club recently distributed dictionaries to almost 180 students at three south Deschutes elementary schools — La Pine, Rosland and Three Rivers. Rotary peace fellowships available

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of SHARC’s event spaces. In 2015, 25 homeowners used their discounted homeowner rental rate to host their own events. Events included holiday parties, birthday celebrations, weddings rehearsals/receptions, family dinners/reunions, and other events that included recitals, magic shows and business related events. Many of the clubs and organizations, such as Mountain Meadow Quilters, Sunriver Stars, and Sunriver Women’s Club, continually booked event space to host yearly and monthly events. Other clubs used the Crescent Room to host their weekly meet ups such as bridge, Hand & Foot, yoga, and fitness. If you haven’t checked out SHARC’s event spaces, stop by the Members Services office. I’d love to give you a tour and help you with your event planning. I can also be reached at 541-585-3144 or melanies@

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Sunriver family and friends gather to enjoy the Homeowners Holiday Open House at SHARC’s Benham Hall, during the Christmas holiday.

srowners.org Remember, SHARC offers discounted homeowner rates: $300 for Benham Hall (5,000 sq. ft., maximum capacity 350), $150 for Dillon/Pringle Hall (2,500 sq. ft., maximum capacity 175) and $15 for Crescent Room (max capacity 44). These rates can be applied

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for personal and business related events. We look forward hosting your next event at SHARC.

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The spike in conflicts around the globe has boosted the need for professionals skilled in waging peace. The fully funded Rotary Peace Fellowship, which covers tui-

tion and living expenses, is to create additional peace leaders to prevent and resolve conflict through academic training, field experience, and professional networking. Up to 100 fellows are selected every year in a globally competitive process. Fellows earn either a master’s degree or a professional development certificate at one of the Rotary Peace Centers, located within seven leading universities around the world. If you know someone that might be interested in applying, contact Rotarian Mark Dennett via email at Mark@ dennettgroup.com. New member welcomed The club’s newest member is Joel Shuster of Lithia Auto Centers. Shuster’s main function is dealership level compliance with Consumer Finance Protection Laws. He also works closely with the State of Oregon and the Federal Trade Commission on anti-trust issues arising in day-to-day operations of the dealerships. The Sunriver Rotary is always looking for new members that

embrace our “service above self ” motto. If you would like to serve your community, we would love to have you attend one of our Wednesday morning meetings. To attend one of our meetings as our guest, please contact president Harry Hamilton at weatherlore@ msn.com. You do not have to be a Sunriver resident to be a member. Earthquake relief continues As reported earlier, four Sunriver Rotarians joined an international work party this past November in Briddim, Nepal to assist one community in the Langtang Valley. Mission leader Monet Beith, who made a Nepal presentation at the club’s Jan. 20 meeting, reported that additional money and supplies were handed over to the Dhunche Hospital in the Rasuwa area of Nepal. More than eight months after the 7.8 magnitude earthquake, recovery is slow. Beith adds that, “India, which surrounds Nepal on three sides, has closed the border arbitrarily for the last three months, restricting fuel and supply imports. People in Kathmandu are cooking with wood if they can find it. Electricity is very restricted. Medicine is scarce. Tourism, a major economic source, is discouraged by many nations due to the challenged, post earthquake infrastructure.” Sunriver Rotary, in conjunction with Rotary of Kathmandu and Rotary of East Central Portland, will continue to work with the needs of Nepal. If you are interested making a contribution, contact the Rotary Club of Sunriver’s Nepal international project, at P.O. Box 4761, Sunriver, OR 97707. Donations are 100 percent tax deductible.

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we will begin to see consistent positive appreciation as our inventory levels continue to increased 38 percent year-over- dirt appears to be impacting the of Central Oregon resorts, shrink. If you are interested in year. This strong increase in area’s appreciation as many buy- Sunriver is doing quite well. I selling, this is the best time to sales has reduced local invento- ers are able to choose between was quoted an increase of 12 do so in years. If you are looking ry to levels not seen since 2006. renovating an existing home, or percent year-over-year in night- to buy, now is a great time to This is great news for sellers, who have been waiting years By Roger Wayland Another year has passed and for inventory levels to dwinwhat a busy year it was. It’s dle, but does present a bit of challenge for buybeen great to see ers who will now and hear so many have fewer homes positive comto choose from. ments from visiIt is worth mentors to Sunriver. tioning that the The continual price per square improvements foot has only inthroughout our creased a modest community over 2.5 percent, so the past few years there is still an have made a very opportunity for positive impact buyers to get into and the sales Roger Wayland this market at numbers reflect fantastic prices. this. Not only is there a strong Why the strong increase in increase in sales activity, there is also strong increase in rental sales but not a strong increase in occupancy and nightly rental property values? The answer lies rates. More families are coming in the dirt. While the number to visit and they are spending of homes for sale has decreased, more money to be here. Very the number of lots available has good news for the overall health increased dramatically. With the addition of 320 lots in Cal- building a new one. ly rental rates and an increase of take advantage of current prices of Sunriver. As for area visitors this past 5 percent in overall occupancy before they move higher. Looking at real estate sales we dera Springs in 2006, this area Roger Wayland, Principal Brosee the number of homes sold has experienced an oversupply year, I spoke with two local rates — demonstrating people ker GRI at Cascade Sotheby’s of vacant lots for a number of property managers who both are enjoying Sunriver now more International Realty, was a fiyears. This has created a tough indicated that occupancy than ever. Top Level situation in Sunriver where lot rates and nightly rental rates What does the future hold? I nancial analyst at a Fortune 500 Cleaners LLC prices have been decreasing in increased this year. Despite believe the strong sales volume company in a prior life and loves value from their peak in 2005. competition from a number will continue into 2016 and numbers. Roger@SellSunriver. These lower prices have led to 25.08.3 Size: Welcome banto any individual to either para strong resurgence in lot sales Reading ticipate or attend as a spectator, ners shall be a minimum of here in Sunriver, which were up continued from page 24 and 2) have a specific date, time 36-inches by 96-inches and 64 percent this year over last. and venue location. Commer- a maximum of 36-inches by Taking a closer look at the left unpainted.” cial advertising (i.e. summer 108-inches. The larger size are vacant lot inventory, this past Event banners summer the number of availProposed changes to lan- clearance sales) and/or promo- preferred. Jenny - 541.610.5950 25.08.4 Content: Welcome able lots in Sunriver and Cal- guage of Section 25.08 of the tion of service offerings (i.e. Jules - 971.678.8491 dera combined peaked at 75, Design Manual concern the gutter cleaning or Christmas banners shall be limited to toplevelcleanersjxj@gmail.com which is approximately a two purpose, eligibility, content and tree pick up services) do not information about the event Bonded & Insured year supply at today’s absorp- sizes of event welcome banners. qualify as events. The purpose (date, time, location, event tion rates. This oversupply of The following reflects the proof the guidelines is to protect title). Event logos are permitHome & Business Cleaning Specialists posed text changes to Sunriver and enhance the overall quality ted, but sponsorship logos and Design Committee Manual of life and natural environment commercial advertising is not of Sunriver while maintaining allowed. regarding Section 25.08: 25.08.7 Review: A complete 25.08.1 Special event signs: the surrounding residential and commercial properties. description and drawing or Eligible events must 1) be open photo of the sign/banner including content, size and color shall be included at the time of banner submission. 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Sunriver Service District January meeting summary public safety The Sunriver Service District Managing Board held its regular meeting on Jan. 14. Board members present: Ron Angell, Mike Gocke, Mark Murray and Greg Keller via phone. Staff present: Art Hatch, Rod Bjorvik, Marc Mills, Dana Whitehurst, Debbie Baker. Public input: -None. Financial report: As of Dec. 31, 2015: Resources………6,800,208 Police: Wages & Benefits......692,407 Materials & Services...78,164 Fire: Wages & Benefits..1,007,377 Materials &Services..136,589 Bike Patrol………....47,264 Non-departmental….49,557 Board actions: -Approved minutes of the Dec. 16 meeting with the Board of Deschutes County Commissioners. -Approved minutes of the Dec. 17 regular meeting. -Approved payment of $14,581 to SROA for administrative and fleet maintenance services provided to the district in December and rent of the police and fire stations in January. -Approved disposal of a surplus broken TV set from the fire department. -Reviewed first draft of the requested budget for fiscal year 2016-2017.

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-Reviewed and approved general liability insurance coverage at a cost of $47,194. -Acknowledged Debbie Baker’s resignation from the SSD board and beginning of employment as district administrator on Jan. 5. (See story page 32.) -Approved the election of Mark Murray as chair of the board. Delayed election of a vice chair until a new board member is designated to fill the vacancy created by Baker’s resignation. -Discussed changes to the financial management and investment policy, including modifying spending authority of the chiefs. Tabled adoption to the next meeting. -Approved updating of signature authority, which gives the new administrator authority to sign checks. -Approved updates to the administrative assistant job position so that it could be posted as part of recruitment efforts to fill the position. Approved the Dec. 2015 unaudited financial reports. Chief’s Reports: Police: -In December, the Sunriver Police Department conducted 128 investigations, made four arrests, provided 383 assists, 199 traffic stops, issued 283 traffic warnings, 21 traffic citations, 63 notices of violations of Sunriver Rules & Regulations and 18 pathway violations. -Officers received training in low light firearms, DUII and field sobriety testing, impact of marijuana legalization and juvenile law. -Sunriver police officers and Citizens Patrol volunteers participated in two days of Shop With a Cop programs at WalMart in Redmond and Bend. Officers shopped with children and

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helped them make selections for family members, with funds donated by the community. Volunteers wrapped the gifts. -Officers helped several people dig out from deep snow. -Officers participated in Wonderland Express, a program hosted by Sunriver Resort for less fortunate families in south Deschutes County. -A citizen thanked officer Tiffany Hughes for rounding up five dogs that escaped from a home. Fire: -In December, the Sunriver Fire Department responded to 67 incidents including 34 emergency medical service calls, including four motor vehicle accidents with injuries, two building fires, two natural gas leaks, two carbon monoxide incidents, two water leaks, 12 public assistance requests, seven good intent calls and five false alarms. -Firefighters assisted the

is good and that management is building positive relationships with the firefighter’s union. -Two captains were accepted to a Federal Emergency Management Agency training about crude oil shipments by rail in Pueblo, Colorado. Several SRFD managers previously attended the training. Hatch said SRFD is well aware of the hazards and prepared to respond to situations involving the railroad that borders Sunriver. The meeting adjourned at 5:21 p.m. to executive session to discuss litigation matters. The next regular meeting of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 18, 3 p.m. at the Sunriver Fire Station Training Room, 57475 Abbot Drive in Sunriver. Approved meeting minutes are posted, as available, to www.sunriversd.org as available.

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patrons and the public to know about the situation? A: That is a situation on which I’m not free to comment. We’ll have to let that play out through the criminal justice system. Q: What is the purpose of the fire alarm repair kits now available on all engines? A: Occasionally, we receive calls from Sunriver residents who are experiencing problems of one sort or another with their residential smoke alarm systems and the availability of that kit provides our personnel whatever they might need to troubleshoot the problem. Additionally, whenever crews are on-scene for other purposes – and when circumstances allow it – they’ll offer to inspect the resident’s smoke alarm system; test it, replace batteries, or whatever else might be needed to ensure that it’s in proper working order. And such services would also be included should a resident request a home safety inspection the department offers. Having the kit simply ensures crews have whatever they might need at arm’s length in order to provide that service. Q: One of the department’s ambulances was recently refurbished and put back into service. How is an ambulance refurbished? A: The manufacturer removes the “box” – the entire patient compartment – from the chassis and completely replaces and restores the interior with new cabinets, work stations, wiring, etc., as well as completely refurbishing the exterior. That refurbished box is then placed on a new chassis. It’s virtually a new ambulance but saved the district approximately $60,000 compared to cost of an entirely new ambulance.

Sunriver Christmas Sharing Project by loading and moving heavy boxes and food and gifts. -Firefighters helped several people dig out of deep snow. -Chief Hatch attended a plea hearing for two firefighters involved in a computer hacking case. Trial date for one of the people charged is set for May 11. -The Insurance Services Office (ISO) will conduct a review of Sunriver’s fire protection levels in 2016. Chief Hatch said the previous ISO review was conducted in 2009. He said he expected ISO would rate Sunriver a 3 on the hazard scale, which insurance companies use to determine insurance premiums. The higher the number, the lower the insurance cost. -Hatch said there would be a meeting of all personnel Jan. 19 to review what’s happening and how things will work going forward. He said employee morale ments, 3,063 sheriff’s offices, and 50 state law enforcement agenQ: In a December 2014 report, cies. If we limit the data to just private investigator Joe Henner those “public safety” organizadescribed employee morale at the tions, we have 45,666 such entiSunriver Fire Departties. How many of those ment as “the worst” could Mr. Henner have he had witnessed in a “witnessed” in a 35-year public safety organizacareer? And to add that tion during his 35-year it is “quite possibly” the career. What steps have worst makes clear that been taken to improve what that statement employee morale since suggests cannot be said Henner’s report was Chief Art Hatch with certainty. It does, issued? however, provide some A: First, I will offer a comment low-hanging fruit for someone on the quote that was cher- to pick off of his report for an ry-picked from Mr. Henner’s re- agenda-driven purpose. port and printed by The Bulletin Second, and more to the point in December with respect to the of the question, steps were taken morale at this fire department, to, over time and with a great deal that being: of effort, remove the cause of the “Reluctantly, I will share it is morale problem. For a variety of quite possibly the worst morale I reasons, there isn’t a lot more I can have witnessed in a public safety say about that. Be assured that organization in a career that the morale at the Sunriver Fire spanned almost 35 years.” Department is just fine. That was, in my opinion, an The actions of a few individuals unfortunate choice of words for can, unfortunately, have a negaMr. Henner to use in his report tive impact on an entire organizabecause it is, at best, anecdotal, tion and unfairly taint the public and borders, unfortunately, on perception of its members. Your hyperbole. readers can be confident that the Reluctantly, I will share that, current members of this fire dein my opinion, that type of partment are hard working, highrhetoric has no empirical value. ly skilled, dedicated professionals It would have been sufficient, in who serve this community with my opinion, to note that, in the pride and integrity. And they do environment that existed at that so with a great deal of camaraderie time, morale was suffering as a and good humor. I am extremely result. I say that because, even if proud to serve as their Chief. Henner’s statement is true, it is Q: In November 2015, the statistically meaningless. Deschutes County District Attorney According to the National Fire announced charges of illegally acProtection Association, there are cessing emails against two Sunriver 30,052 fire departments or dis- Fire Department employees – Jason tricts in the U.S. And, according Arnold and Jeff Ruthardt – who to the U.S. Justice Department, were scheduled to be arraigned in there are 12,501 police depart- January. What do you want district www.sunriverowners.org

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SUNRIVER POLICE LOG Selected log entries from the Sunriver Police - December 2015 SCMC = St. Charles Medical Center R&Rs = Rules & Regulations RP = Reporting Person GOA = Gone On Arrival UTL = Unable To Locate DUII = Driving Under Influence of Intoxicants SBC = Settled By Contact DOA = Dead On Arrival BAC = Blood Alcohol Content

DCJ = Deschutes County Jail SFST = Standardized Field Sobriety Test DCSO = Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office SFD = Sunriver Fire Department OSP = Oregon State Police MVA = Motor Vehicle Accident DWS = Driving While Suspended BOLO = Be On the Look Out RO = Registered Owner

12/2 – RP reports possible criminal mischief at home on Shagbark. Small items were out of place or disturbed. RP wanted to know if we had any similar reports. Elves perhaps? 12/2 – RP reported a visibly intoxicated driver leaving the Business Park. He was located parked in front of his rental home in Sunriver. He was arrested for DUII and cited for numerous other traffic violations. 12/4 – Report of a suspicious vehicle parked at neighbor’s house on Belknap Lane. The car had been parked there with the motor running for approximately two and a half hours. The vehicle was gone by the time SRPD arrived. Officers searched the area but UTL the vehicle. The rental agency was contacted to do a building search. No signs of entry or attempted entry and nothing inside was missing or out of place. 12/4 – Loud hot tub party on Belknap Lane. After a second and final warning, the renters reduced the noise to an acceptable level. 12/6 – RP’s ex-boyfriend arrived at her house on Gosling Lane in the middle of the night to confront her about a new boyfriend. He eventually left the scene, was stopped a short distance away and questioned. 12/6 – Report from a neighbor on Forest Lane about carbon monoxide inside the residence. SRFD arrived and helped evacuate gas from the house. 12/6 – Passerby reports hearing running water at a home on Oregon Loop and thought there may be a broken pipe. Officer observed through a window that a second floor pipe had indeed broken and was flooding the house. The water was shut off at the meter, and the owner and utility company were notified. 12/8 – Reported theft of gas from a vehicle on River Road. 12/9 – Another report of gas theft on River Road. 12/9 – Unknown person unlawfully entered RP’s vehicle on Dutchman Lane and took a 9-inch self-powered Kicker subwoofer. 12/10 – Car clout on Dixie Mountain Lane. 12/11 – RP on Todd Lane reported an ongoing issue with a neighbor’s dog. He is worried that the dog may be aggressive and injure his two small dogs. Officer could see dog tracks in the fresh snow on RP’s property. We spoke with the neighbor and explained that she needed to keep her dog on her own property and if there is a next time, she would receive a citation. 12/12 – Assisted La Pine Fire paramedics at a location on Red Cedar Lane with two patients with minor head injuries. 12/13 – Report of loud noises on the roof of home on Filbert Lane. There were no fresh tracks around the house, but there were several downed trees and broken off limbs. 12/14 – RP backed into a street lamp in the parking lot behind Sunriver Realty, knocking it down. He attempted to report the damage over the weekend to SROA, but the offices were closed. Officer facilitated the exchange of insurance information. 12/14 – Subject reported that his vehicle was entered and items taken while it was parked at the airport. 12/16 – Reported DUII driver. Upon contact, driver and passenger consented to SFSTs and were taken into custody for DUII. It was also determined they had stolen beer and a hot dog from a local establishment. Citations for theft III and MIP as well. 12/18 – Lodge reported an employee making a threatening statement regarding staff members. He has been suspended from the lodge and notified not to be on lodge property. Turn to Police, page 32 SUNRIVER SCENE •

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Sunriver Service District seek board members The Sunriver Owners Association Nominating Committee is seeking Sunriver property owners interested in serving on the Sunriver Service District (SSD) Managing Board. This is a great opportunity to become engaged in the community and assist with the management of Sunriver’s public safety services. Position openings The individuals selected for the following positions will take office Sept. 1, and serve a three-year term. The requirements are: Position 3: Sunriver Property Owner Position 4: District Elector Position 5: District Elector Preferred qualifications Preferred qualifications of SSD Board Member include: • Interest in, or a working knowledge of, emergency response planning, law enforcement and fire protection services. • Demonstrated leadership skills based on past experience and achievements. • Experience with public agencies and financial planning. • Ability to work collaboratively. How to apply If you are interested in being considered for membership on the Sunriver Service District

Managing Board and meet these qualifications, or know of someone who might be interested in a position, an application must be returned to the SROA office by 4 p.m. Friday, May 6. Applications may be obtained from the Sunriver Owners Association or by calling 541-593-2411. Contact any of the Nominating Committee members shown below for additional information. Margaret Angell, co-chair, mangell0402@ gmail.com 541-593-3242 Steve Stedman, co-chair, sstedman01@msn. com 541-593-0594 Jane Boubel, jboubel@chamberscable.com 541-593-2641 Gary Carlson, mesquitobiker@gmail.com 541-593-5004 Linda Saukkonen, lsauk@chamberscable. com 541-593-2898 Jane Vakoc, jane@vakoc.com 541-598-2048 Jim Wilson, jimwilson4139@gmail.com 541-593-9908 Additional information about the Sunriver Service District can be found at: www.sunriv ersd.org The Nominating Committee sends thanks in advance for the community’s help in identifying potential candidates to govern the Sunriver Service District.

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Baker resigns Sunriver Service District board, hired as administrator Debra Baker resigned as chair of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board effective Jan. 4, to accept a paid position as the board’s administrator. Baker served four years as a board director, and nearly two years as board chair. In her new capacity, Baker will assist the board chair, collaborate with the police and fire chiefs, review insurance coverage and contracts, participate in labor re- Debra Baker lations, legal matters, support financial operations employee performance appraisals, media relations, by signing checks and helpcommunity outreach and ing develop budgets.

Baker had a 30-year career with the Salem Police Department where she worked in patrol, investigation, homicide, narcotics, personnel, training and as a liaison between the SWAT team and fire department. Her final assignment was as deputy chief of the patrol division. She is a graduate of the FBI Academy. Baker began her halftime duties as board administrator on Jan. 5 with an annual salary of $25,100 with benefits. She reports to the Sunriver Service District Board of Directors.

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Police 12/20 – RP reports 15 to 20 belligerent unwanted patrons at lodge business. Everyone had calmed down upon officer’s arrival, but they were upset that the establishment wouldn’t stay open for their post wedding fun. Arrangements were made between parties to satisfy them both. 12/23 – RP on Dutchman Lane reported that an older black Chevy Blazer was parked in her driveway for over an hour. The male driver took a picture of her house before leaving the area. 12/26 – Officer assist with SRFD about smoke in a rental on Oregon Loop. The house was evacuated and the smoke detectors turned off. SRFD determined that the cause of the smoke was probably the furnace. Officers contacted Sunriver Resort as this was their rental. They attempted to contact the on-call engineer and advised that no one was available. We advised them that the furnaces had been shut off for safety, that there would be no heat in the home and that the temperatures were heading south of minus 3 degrees. Officers were then informed that the on-call engineer had been contacted, but could not respond. We suggested that they find someone else and were told that there was no “someone else.” Finally it was resolved to send the renters to the lodge where they would be given rooms for the night, as no stables were available. 12/26 – RP on Mt. Rainier Lane wanted to know if SRPD would

come and shovel out all of the accumulated snowfall (3-4 feet plus berm) in her driveway. We provided her with several phone numbers of snow removal contractors. 12/27 – RP on Lark Lane reported his ex-girlfriend as an unwanted subject at his residence. She had committed non-domestic violence crimes. He didn’t want to press charges, but just wanted her gone. We remained on the scene until a friend arrived to remove her from the home. 12/28 – A large tree branch was reported sticking out of the roof of a home on Hart Mountain Lane. It appeared to have pierced through the roof. While checking the perimeter, officer smelled natural gas leaking from the house. SRFD was contacted and ultimately made entry into the house. They confirmed that the branch was protruding into the living area. A plug of ice had formed in the gap between the branch and the roof, effectively sealing the hole. Both listed homeowners are deceased, but officers were able to locate contact information for a daughter who advised that the home has a reverse mortgage and is now owned by a bank. We then contacted the bank and advised them of the damage. 12/30 – At 11 p.m., five males were observed using the SHARC sledding hill. They were advised that they were on private property and not allowed to be there after hours. They said they didn’t know it was closed. They were warned that what they were doing was a crime and that they were not to come back after the hill was closed. – Compiled by Kathie Thatcher

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Author Matt Ruff visits Sunriver Feb. 27 Saturday Feb. 27 at 5 p.m., Matt Ruff will give a presentation on his latest novel, “Lovecraft Country.” Combining fantasy with a sharp look at the Jim Crow world, this tome is fun to read while also revealing a darker reality. What would it be like to be black in the 1950s, even in the north? It would mean you could not be served in most restaurants and hotel doors would be closed to you. Even if you were a decorated war veteran, like the main character Atticus Turner, you could still be pulled over and harassed (or worse) by any cop with an attitude sitting along a highway. Atticus and his father, Montrose, have a prickly relationship. The two battled over just about everything, from Montrose’s obsession with his dead wife’s background to Atticus’ reading material. Like many young men, Atticus likes science fiction, especially the

dark work of H. P. Lovecraft, an obscure author who died in extreme poverty in 1937. Montrose points out that men of color are not treated well in those stories, why pay someone to insult you? Why spend time with the writings of racists? Nonetheless, Atticus likes the stories. Father and son are estranged when Atticus receives a letter from Montrose claiming he had discovered the ancestral roots of Atticus’ mother. By the time Atticus reaches Chicago (using the Safe Negro Travel Guide published by his uncle George), his father is gone missing. Clues lead Atticus to believe his father is at the mansion of Samuel Braithwaite in New England. Accompanied by his uncle George and a childhood friend, Letitia, Atticus heads out to find his father. Getting there is not easy, there are racist cops and strange spirits right out of the stories Atticus and

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Towers were not in New York but in Baghdad? 11/9/2001 Christian fundamentalists hijack four jetliners and slam two of them into the Tigris and Euphrates World Trade Centers in Baghdad. The third jetliner crashes into the Arab Defense Ministry in Riyadh. Courageous passengers bring down the fourth jet before it can reach its intended target, thought to be the holy city of Mecca. In 2009, Homeland Security is dealing with suicide bombers while the Marines are trying to subdue the insurgents wrecking havoc in Virginia. Yet there are nebulous hints that this world is all a mirage. Mustafa al Baghdadi, a Homeland Security agent, keeps hearing odd stories when he interrogates suicide bombers. All the usual suspects show up: Sadaam Hussein, Bushes 1 and 2, Osama, and there is a marvelous cameo with Lyndon Baines Johnson.

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Bold, brash and brilliant, “Mirage” turns the world upside down and gives it a good shake. Likeable characters propel the story. Mustafa is a sympathetic, intelligent man. Amal works in a male-dominated society but is whip smart and an integral part of Mustafa’s team who has her own battles to fight. This is the best sort of book that keeps you turning pages, makes you laugh at times, and definitely makes you think. Matt Ruff’s other books include “Bad Monkeys,” “Set This House In Order,” “Fool on the Hill,” and “Sewer Gas & Electric.” Please call 541-593-2525 or e-mail sunriverbooks@sun riverbooks.com or stop by Sunriver Books & Music to sign up to attend this free presentation. There will be drawings for prizes and light refreshments.

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Book clubs read, discuss mystery, historical fiction and non-fiction works February is a great month for book clubs. The holidays are over, it is dark out quite early and the evenings beg for a good story. Read and then get together with other readers to discuss the book and gain different perspectives. It is also a great way to meet other community members interested in literature. Book clubs meet Monday at 6:30. Light refreshments are served and everyone is welcome. Feb. 1, the Mystery Book Club discusses “The Ice Princess” by Camilla Lackberg. Fjallbacka is a picturesque seaside fishing village that has changed as the fishing fleet thinned, young people moved away, and wealthy weekenders pushed the price of charming old homes through the roof, often remodeling much of their history away. Eilert Berg supplements his meager pension from fishing by checking weekly on Alexandra’s weekend home. Alex is not one of the wealthy investors; she grew up in this home then moved away when still in adolescence. The home stayed in the family after they moved, tended but unused, until Alex made it her getaway place. She likes to know things will be in order when she arrives for the weekend and Eilert welcomes the extra income, plus he likes being needed. It is cold and icy, normal for winter in Sweden, when Eilert stops by for his weekly inspection. Immediately he senses something is wrong. The furnace is off and the house is deathly cold. Eilert goes from room to room checking, putting the bathroom off to last, where he finds Alex frozen in the tub with her blond hair cascading over the edge and blood from her wrists pooled on the floor. Shaken by his discovery, he hurries away, encountering Erica Falck out for a walk. Erica summons the doctor; everyone assumes it is suicide. Erica is not satisfied with the situation, why would Alex commit suicide? She is beautiful, wealthy, successful and married to a handsome man who adores her. Questions mount. Erica is drawn into the investigation as detective Patrick Hedstrom attempts to find answers. Patrick is pleased to see Erica; he has had a crush on her since childhood. Now in their 30s, they find out that they quite like each other. Feb. 15, the Non-Fiction Book Club discusses “Countdown” by Alan Weisman, reviewed by Rich Stonehouse. Weisman has written a sober-

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ing and detailed account of the problem of world overpopulation and the attendant effects of environmental degradation and loss of habitat sustainability. Through a series of visits to various countries, Weisman looks at each area’s ability to cope with its unique situation through religion, governmental organization, demographics or environmental circumstances. Whether we have reached a tipping point of no return is not certain but Weisman’s book is a wake-up call that urgently demands that everyone become aware of the dire consequences of inaction and ignorance. This book is highly recommended and should be required reading for all people who have the power to make and influence the necessary changes to the problem of overpopulation. Feb. 29 the Fiction Book Club discusses “Year of Wonders” by Geraldine Brooks. In 1665 tailor George Vic-

cars unknowingly carried the plague to Eyam, England in a bolt of flea-invested cloth ordered from London by his boss Alexander Hadfield. From 1665 to 1666 the bu-

bonic plague would claim 260 victims. Reverend William Mompresson and former Reverend Thomas Stanley persuade the villagers to quarantine themselves to keep the scourge from spreading. Brooks uses this real history to craft her remarkable historic fiction on what life must have been like inside the plague village, often using people from the historical record in her story. The story is told through the perspective of Anna, who works at the rectory. Anna’s family is

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Sunriver Mens Golf: Sunriver selected as a ‘Top 10’ family golf destination By Paul Grieco the old bromide about not being Josh Willis, Director of Golf able to please all the people all the for Sunriver Resort, time, ironically noting was beaming when he that a family vacadisplayed a spread in tion needs to do just the January 2016 Edithat. Mom and dad, tion of Golf Digest. the kids including He asked me: “What extended family and do The Greenbrier, the toddlers are a disWalt Disney World parate group. So how and Sunriver Resort do you keep everyone Paul J. Grieco have in common?” happy when you go to Since we were a golf destination? By talking about golf, I suggested carefully picking a destination that the answer might be they with amenities that appeal to were all premier golf destina- the broadest possible market all tions. Not quite. at once, a tough chore indeed. He was still smiling when he Sunriver Resort, along with said what these three and seven the other nine, filled the bill other resorts had in common was nicely. Sunriver has 63 holes of being named by Golf Digest as great golf, but also encourages “Our Top 10 Destinations for play and instruction for novices, Family Golf Trips” in America. has special golf deals at special Included in the remaining list times, and has great amenities were such notables as Pinehurst – comfortable lodging, either in North Carolina, La Costa in hotel-style, or with the hundreds California, and Kapalua in Ha- of home properties managed by waii… heady company, indeed. the resort to accommodate large The magazine article quotes groups.

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Most importantly, if one happens not to play golf, there are numerous other family activities to choose, including horseback riding, hiking, canoeing (the caricature-type drawing in Golf Digest depicts Sunriver in the northwest, illustrating a kayaker paddling with a golf bag strapped to his back), tennis, fishing, bicycling on miles of trails in beautiful surrounds, the Sage Springs Spa, the new Cove pool, The Village at Sunriver, SHARC, and eateries catering to all kinds of tastes. Most rounds ever in 2015 While golf has its advocates, proponents, addicts and nuts that will keep the sport viable for a very long time, it has been on a statistical decline in players for years due to many factors: the economy, changing demo-

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reasons it garnered a “Top10” from Golf Digest. Willis said 2015 matched 2006 as the best year ever with over 67,000 rounds played, an improvement of almost 25 percent over the average of the previous five years. Smart marketing also played a role. The Resort advertised itself and its amenities, the economy is improving, and word-of-mouth from satisfied customers still has strong appeal and influence. Willis attributes the fine condition of the courses to an exceptional golf staff, investments made in the courses during down economic times unmatched by other area courses, and much improved turf conditions including all new

The moment the average golfer attempts to play from a bunker or from a difficult lie of any kind, he becomes a digger instead of a swinger. ~ Bobby Jones, golf immortal However, Willis reported Sunriver Resort golf had its best year ever, attributable to the condition of the courses, an absolutely full prime season, and much more participation during the so-called shoulder seasons (pre Memorial Day and post Labor Day) than ever before, for many of the same

bent grass greens on all the courses over the past few years. Interestingly, too, the snow cover Sunriver has seen for the past two months provides a beautifully stable environment to protect the greens from damaging freeze and thaw cycles. All new Meadows bunkers for 2016 season More good things are coming, including all new bunkers on the Meadows in time for the season opener over the Memorial Day weekend. Thousands of cubic yards of sand have been shipped in and stored locally. As soon as the snow is gone, work will begin in replacing over 100,000 square feet of surface sand with just over 50,000 square feet. The new bunkers will feature much more “greenscaping” with differing grass mounds and shapes to aid in shot direction, interest, and beautifying the holes. Kip Kalbrener, the USGA’s expert bunker designer, and Sunriver’s own, agronomist Jim Rainey, are doing the work. 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 left side of the home page). For more information email SRMGC president Don Larson at dclarson@gmail.com, or me at the address below. Paul J. Grieco is secretary of the Sunriver Men’s Golf Club and may be reached at pjg3sr@ gmail.com

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Deschutes County celebrates centennial Deschutes County – Oregon’s youngest county – will celebrate its 100th birthday this year. In 1916, voters passed a ballot measure to create a new county from western Crook County territory and Deschutes was born. From humble beginnings, Deschutes County now experiences the most rapid population growth of any county in Oregon. Over the course of its 100-year history, it has developed into a bustling, exciting destination where progress, growth and unique beauty intertwine. To celebrate, the Deschutes County Historical Society and a committee of citizen volunteers have planned a yearlong celebration that will bring together groups of all kinds through a variety of events and activities. To stay up-to-date with the Centennial celebration and upcoming events, visit www.deschutes. org/100years for news, updates, history and photos – past and present. Centennial poster contest The Deschutes County Centennial Committee is hosting a contest for local artists to create the county’s official centennial poster. Poster designs should represent the past 100 years of Deschutes County history. Poster contest guidelines: · Only original artwork will be considered · The winner’s work will become the property of Deschutes County · Please submit your poster as a jpeg or pdf. It may be emailed or sent on a CD. · The winner will be asked to submit a high-resolution jpeg. · Artists may submit multiple posters. · All submissions are due by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16. The winner of the poster contest will receive a listing on the centennial website and will be featured in a news release. Please email 100years@deschutes.org for a submission form. Upcoming centennial events · Theatrical production: The

Deschutes County Historical Society is working with a local production company t o

create a four-act play that will highlight the people, ideology and issues that motivated residents to split from existing Crook County and create Deschutes County. The play will feature four characters whose livelihoods are impacted directly by the creation of a new county. The work can be performed in its entirety or in small educational programs featuring individual characters only. The play will be performed at least once in Bend, Redmond, Sisters, and La Pine, pending availability of venues. Individual one-act performances will be scheduled as appropriate. The finished script will belong to the Deschutes County Historical Society’s educational programs for use beyond the centennial in both on-site and off-sight school visits. · Traveling historical display: The Deschutes County Historical Society and local

community partners are working to recondition a 1907 Holsman to drive and display at

community events throughout the year. · County clerk’s art contest for Deschutes County voters’ pamphlet: In late winter, the county clerk will invite students in grades 4-7 to submit art depicting Deschutes County’s history. Winning art will be featured on the cover of the 2016 Deschutes County voters’ pamphlets. · Time Capsule: Throughout the year, residents will be invited to share ideas for the contents of the time capsule, which will

be revealed at the centennial celebration in December. The time capsule will be placed into Deschutes Historical Museum collections with instructions that it be re-opened during the county’s bi-centennial. About Deschutes County’s history WasAt the time of statehood, Was co County included all of Central Oregon from the Columbia River eastsouth to Silver Lake. As the east ern two-thirds of the state filled in with pioneers seeking homesteads of their own, smaller counties began to take shape. In 1882, the southern half of Wasco County separated to create Crook County with Prineville as the county seat. OrWith completion of the Or egon Trunk railroad line in 1911 bringing train service through Madras, Terrebonne, exRedmond, and Bend, but ex cluding Prineville, the balance of political power shifted west. smallPublic debate of additional small er counties began as early as 1910. In 1914, voters approved the separation of the northwest corner of Crook County to form JefferJeffer son while a separate measure to move the Crook County seat from Prineville to Bend narrowly

failed. With Jefferson County’s example to follow, measures to move the county seat were abandoned and in November 1916 voters approved the creation of Deschutes County. Deschutes was the last of Oregon’s counties to be established An all-day session of leaders convened Dec. 19, 1916 to select the first officers for Deschutes County. Appointments included Judge William Barnes, commissioners A.L. Mackintosh and Lew Smith, District Attorney Harvey DeArmond, Sheriff S.E. Roberts, treasurer Clyde McKay, Coroner Elmer Niswonger, as well as county clerk, assessor, surveyor, physician and superintendent of schools. When Deschutes County was formed in 1916, there were an estimated 5,000 residents. By 1920, the population had nearly doubled. Since that time population growth in Deschutes County has been swift. Over the last 20 years, Deschutes County’s percentage of growth remains higher than any other Oregon county. Today, county residents enjoy 3,055 square miles of scenic beauty, varied climate, diverse recreational opportunities and a growing economy.

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Letters from readers Chorus of One Thanks for support of Sunriver Christmas Sharing Project

Gene Bennington, Sunriver Thank you to all of Sunriver that volunteered during December’s “Sunriver Community Christmas Sharing Program.” It was once again wildly successful and an overwhelming testimony to the generosity of hundreds of people in the 97707 ZIP code. The delivery date was Saturday Dec. 19 and approximately 100 people participated in the delivery of large food baskets (with plenty of food for full turkey or ham dinners). We delivered to about 100 families with gifts for 115 children. Prior to the delivery date,

there were 35 people sorting and packaging food and gifts along with a committee of 25 doing all kind of jobs. Including all of the people that donated food and children’s gifts, there were close to 300 Sunriver volunteers that made this event successful once again. A special thank you to The Door at Three Rivers for letting us use your building to stage

and distribute the food boxes. Thank you to Obsidian Hair Spa for your cash donations and fundraising. Much of the meat and perishable food was donated through the generosity of John Audia, owner of both Sunriver grocery stores, along with managers Dave Shew at the Sunriver Country Store and Ted Finch at the Sunriver Marketplace. In

1. I’m not sure what we are actually signing. It does not seem to give specific “approval” of anything and would not seem Jack and Mary Gilbert, to be a legal “vote” since there is Sunriver no election. What does “each My wife has Alzheimer’s and signature counts” mean? has elected to remain in our 2. Do you plan to have “Town home with me as her caretaker. Hall” meetings within the surWe have a reasonably normal rounding neighborhoods of existence. Our social activities the property? I think we need have been curtailed, but we still more specific information before frequent the local restaurants signing anything or even confor lunch and dinner. Mary has templating such a change. been returned to our home by 3. Specifically what changes neighbors perhaps six times. need to be made to River Village This past summer, Sunriver Po- CC&Rs and Sunriver itself to lice found her walking towards permit assisted living/memory Benham Falls. care facilities? Would the county At such time as I’m unwilling or state require the community or incapable of continuing as to expand our fire, ambulance, caregiver, she would enter a medical, transportation, inframemory care facility. Provid- structure, etc. to accommodate ing I’m still here, Mavericks patients of the facility? If so, my would allow me to remain in assumption is that we would our home, more frequent visits, have to pay for that. Also, would avoid driving to Bend and give Sunriver have to provide addithought to relocating myself to tional lodging for visiting family the assisted living section. members apart from the general I don’t foresee the negative rentals available – affordable impact suggested by the John- rental housing so to speak? sons in their letter published At first blush such a facility in the January issue. On the sounds like a wonderful thing contrary, those other uses will but space would be limited and all generate more traffic. costs could be prohibitive to In the real world, we treasure many who are interested. the memories accumulated over Sunriver is a resort community the past 23 years as permanent and I’m not sure such a facility residents of Sunriver and find it fits with what we have now. difficult to separate “memories” Although I am not 100 perfrom “memory care.” cent against looking into your proposal, there are a lot of unQuestions for knowns. prospective purchaser Thank you in advance for any specific information you can of Mavericks provide. Herm Meister, Sunriver Editor’s note: Herm Meister sent Mr. Myers, we received your letter dated 12/15/15 and, at this this letter simultaneously to the point, do not intend to return it. Scene and Christian Myers, the Some reasons are listed below, individual who proposes to convert the former Maverick’s building into along with some questions:

an assisted living and memory care facility. Myers responded to Meister and approved our printing his response, which appears below.

A local who would use a memory care facility, if available

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Response to Herm Meister

Christian Myers, Portland I’ll do my best to address your questions. The petition that was sent to you is our attempt to gather signatures of approval for our proposed assisted living facility of the former Mavericks property. Each signature counts, as we need 75 percent approval from the neighborhoods surrounding the property. At this time we haven’t planned any town hall meetings but will certainly be considering it. We are anticipating public involvement through the design review committee process. The only change needed to the CC&Rs on the property is for our “assisted living facility” use to be added to the uses permitted on the property. Such a change will not affect any other properties. From all preliminary talks with Deschutes County and the State of Oregon, the added occupant capacity shouldn’t effect the fire, ambulance, medical, transportation or infrastructure services in the community. I would also like to direct you to the SROA website where the board has recently posted a statement in regards to our proposal and also shows previous articles in the Scene about the project. Thank you for your questions and please feel free to follow up with me for further clarification. Editor’s note: Christian Myers is www.sunriverowners.org

addition to the food donated for this event, they have also set aside approximately $2,000 of food for future Care and Share needs throughout the year. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Finally, a very important participant during the day of delivery were the many strong young firefighters from the Sunriver Fire Department who arrived at 7 a.m. to load and unload all of the food items. From all of us in the 65-to 75-age range, we thoroughly thank you. And finally, thank you to all of the many people in our community that donated food and toys, then took time from their busy holiday schedules to attend meetings, sort and pack food and brave the cold weather to make this year a special Christmas for many families.

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scheduled to address the Sunriver Men’s Club on Thursday, Feb. 18 at the Crosswater Grille. The luncheon is open to Sunriver area men and women. Email Sunriver. Mensclub@yahoo.com for details, money? Apparently, the SROA concern or see page 3. is about additional “outsiders” What is SROA’s overwhelming the Village and/ position on Caldera or SROA amenities. If this is the case, why does SROA do Springs expansion? things to encourage “outsiders” to use it’s amenities, such as Randy Smith, Sunriver and advertising on Bend television Kirkland, Washington In a recent edition of the stations encouraging biking on Sunriver Scene the general man- SROA trails, kayaking and other ager, Hugh Palcic, was asked activities? The Sunriver Style web why he and the SROA board page promotes these activities, president were attending public which is a site owned by SROA hearings regarding the proposed per the site. Editor’s note: The SROA Board Caldera Springs proposed expansion. While he outlined several of Directors authorized President good reasons why he or other Hensley and General Manager SROA representatives would Palcic’s participation in public attend public meetings and gave meetings regarding the Caldera examples of those meetings, he Springs expansion proposal. Hensnever answered what specifically ley presented verbal and written caused him and the SROA board comments at the Oct. 27, 2015 president to attend the Deschutes Deschutes County public hearing County public hearing. Did they on the proposal, as reported in attend just to see the public’s the December Scene (pages 3-4). reaction to the proposal or were SROA submitted additional writthey there to provide specific ten testimony on Dec. 15, 2015. SROA’s testimony addressed comments from SROA? As I understand now, they were four areas of concern including: there to submit lengthy written 1) adequacy, quality and capacity comment that apparently op- of Sunriver Water LLC’s domesposes the expansion of Caldera tic water system, 2) capacity of Springs unless the developer Sunriver Environmental LLC’s meets some conditions well be- sewer system, 3) impacts on nearby yond what might typically be public recreation facilities such as the Deschutes River public access required by the county. My concern is twofold: First, at Harper Bridge and 4) traffic when Mr. Palcic had an oppor- impacts on roads in Sunriver. All comments submitted, along tunity in the Sunriver Scene to present SROA’s position he chose with the applicant’s original and not to do so. Why not? Secondly, amended application and responshow much did it cost in staff time es to the testimony, are available and maybe consultant’s time to for a limited time at https://dial. prepare the written comments? deschutes.org/Real/DevelopmentIs this the best use of SROA’s Docs/255045 Page 39

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