January 2017 Sunriver Scene by Sunriver Scene

SROA has created a 2017 calendar filled with scenic images of Sunriver. The calendars are available for sale while supplies last

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE SROA News ................ 4-5 Calendar ..................... 13 SHARC News ............... 22

Public Safety ............... 27 Classified .................... 37 Editorial ..................... 39

Did Santa leave you a new fly rod under the tree? You might want to attend the fly fishing seminar taking place Jan. 21-22 at SHARC

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S U N R I V E R

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

JANUARY • 2017

VOLUME XLIII • NUMBER 1

SROA member benefits can save an owner thousands

By Susan Berger, Scene Staff SROA NEWS – As a member of the Sunriver Owners Association (SROA), property owners are entitled to an annual Member Preference ID card. The annual fee for this card is only $50, yet each year SROA staff and the board receive calls, emails and letters from owners concerned that $50 is “too much.” Let’s face it, you can’t go to dinner and a movie for 50 bucks anymore. What some owners may not realize is that their $50 annual investment goes a long, long way. Not only does it identify you as a Sunriver property owner, it also provides noteworthy discounts on a variety of SROA amenities and programs. Do the math and you’ll see that even if you only participate in a few of these programs you’ll quickly earn back your $50… and then some. Here’s a rundown of current privileges and discounts that your annual Member Preference card provides: • 20 recreation guest passes per property ($300-$500 seasonal value) • Unlimited access to SHARC aquatics ($15-$25 savings per visit) • Unlimited access to SHARC’s fitness center ($600 annual value, based on an average $50/month gym membership) • Free fitness classes (priceless) • Free fitness assessment (priceless) • Tubing hill access ($10 value per use) • Disc golf access ($5 value per game) • Express admission line at SHARC (priceless) • Access to the owners-only living room and patio at SHARC (priceless) • Morning coffee service in the living room at SHARC (priceless) • Exclusive access to the membersonly North Pool (priceless) • SROA boat launch access (priceless) • Free river shuttle service ($25 value per trip) • Free annual Owner Directory ($2 value) • Access to up to five cords of firewood Turn to Benefits, page 3 SUNRIVER SCENE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSN. VOLUME XLIlI • NUMBER 1 P.O. BOX 3278 SUNRIVER, OR 97707

SUSAN BERGER PHOTO

SROA Public Works plow operator Torry Berger clears snow at the Sunriver Airport between December snowstorms.

SROA Public Works crews battle snow around the clock By Susan Berger, Scene Staff SROA NEWS – Nothing is prettier than a snow-covered forest. The hustle and bustle of Mother Nature softly muffled under a blanket of white. While pretty to look at, having to deal with snow and ice is an unavoidable inconvenience when living in snow country. Sunriver owners are lucky as the Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Public Works crews are on call any time of the day or night, including weekends and holidays, to plow Sunriver’s 65 miles of roads and 33+ miles of pathways. “We’re proud to offer what we do for our owners,” said Mark Smith, Public Works director. It’s all hands on deck to man SROA’s fleet of snow removal equipment — which ranges from hand shovels and Bobcat snowblowers to loaders and large trucks specially equipped for snow removal.

As a general rule, crews plow when snow is at least 3 inches deep or there are additional weather-related hazards. It takes eight to 10 people approximately 120 staff hours to do the main roads, emergency service access and pathways during an average snowfall event. Although some areas are often plowed simultaneously, crews follow a priority list of what to tackle first: • fire and police access • main roads • secondary roads • cul-de-sacs • pathways and tunnels “When we reach a certain point we may start ‘triaging’ our priorities,” said Smith. “We may not be able to keep up with clearing the pathways if all of our resources are busy keeping our main roads open.” Splitting into teams, crews work simultaneously to remove snow in the north and south areas of the property.

The main roads receive constant attention during a major snow event. Depending on weather conditions, crews may also apply cinders or de-icer. During an extended snowfall event crews will work around the clock until they are able to address all main areas of concern. “And we’ll get calls from those who thought we haven’t plowed their road yet,” said Perry Thatcher, Public Works crew supervisor. In reality, crews have probably plowed during the overnight hours but a continuous snowfall will quickly undo what’s already been done. Crews are restricted to how long they can operate a piece of heavy equipment. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration limits Class A CDL (Commercial Drivers License) operators to a maximum of 12 hours within a 24-hour period. Even when finished with a plow, the Turn to Snow, page 3 PRSRT STD. U.S. POSTAGE PAID BEND, OR PERMIT NO. 213

LOCAL AREA EXPERT MARKET UPDATE

Now May Be a Great Time to Sell Sunriver housing prices rise as inventory drops to its lowest point in ten years. Sunriver is in a seller’s market where there are more buyers than homes for sale. Sunriver median home price per square foot increased by 4.4 percent from the previous 12-month period, while months of supply of residential housing dropped to its lowest level since 2006. In addition, the winter months typically offer higher inventory turnover compared

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to other seasons of the year. Let Sunriver Realty help you make your home stand out from the rest during this low-inventory period.

If you are considering selling your home, contact us at 541-593-7000.

Caldera Springs | Beautiful western-facing golf course frontage home in Caldera Springs. 5 bedrooms, 7.5 baths with 2 flex rooms. Luxurious finishes and a fantastic floor plan provide everyone the space they need. Sold furnished. MLS# 201609743

Mike Sullivan, Principal Broker • (541) 350-8616 mike@SunriverHomes.com

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BEND | Completely renovated 6-bedroom, 5-bath, 4,200sq. ft. home plus adjacent 1960’s original 5-bedroom, 1 bath, 1,300-sq. ft. cottage. Located on a 2.8 acre parcel on the Big Deschutes with Mt Bachelor Views. Exceptional river front home with private dock. Furnished. MLS# 201609859

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Sunriver Single Family, Townhouse, & Condo. Each data point is one month of activity. Data is from November 2, 2016. All data is from the Multiple Listing Service of Central Oregon. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Michelle Powell, Broker, GRI • (541) 771-2997 mpowell@SunriverRealty.com

21 Siskin Ln. $965,000

196-56401 Fireglass Lp. $899,000

54315 Bear Dr. $599,000

SUNRIVER | 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath river front retreat has panoramic river views throughout! Sun Forest Construction with kitchen remodel, granite counters, island, stainless steel appliances. Open great room. Sauna, pantry, central vacuum.

Caldera Springs | 3-bedroom, 3 bath plus office (2 suites), 2,802-sq. ft., single-level Schumacher Construction. Custom design with luxurious touches throughout. Dream kitchen, High-end furniture, wood flooring, central vac, 3-car garage, landscaped, hot tub, A/C, large paver patio. MLS# 201610772

Three Rivers South | River frontage, panoramic views and so much more. Come recharge your soul in this cozy, beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 3-bath, 2,277-sq. ft. cabin in the woods. Nestled on 1.15 acres just a stone’s throw away from the state park. MLS# 201602251

Michelle Powell, Broker, GRI • (541) 771-2997 mpowell@SunriverRealty.com

Cheri Simmonds, Broker • (541) 410-2460 csdecor3@gmail.com

66 Meadow House $399,000

55703 Wagon Master Wy. $265,000

73 Meadow House Ct. $245,000

SUNRIVER | Ground-level unit in multi-plex building with no stairs or steps. 3 generous storage areas —one with a shop. Improved detached single car garage with opener and new roof. MLS# 201611060

Three Rivers South | 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in River Meadows. Light and bright with a game room for entertaining. Backs to common area and national forest. Community features a pool, tennis, bike paths, boat marina and docks for access to the Deschutes River. MLS# 201602432

SUNRIVER | Fun, upper-level, one-story Meadow House unit located close in. Soaring vaulted living room with high windows, rock fireplace, recent kitchen update including granite counters and slate floors, lava rock fireplace and cedar accents. Two bedrooms, two baths. MLS# 201610824

Kimberly Powell, Broker, RSPS • (541) 280-9770 kpowell@SunriverRealty.com

Scott Malk, Broker • 541-593-7905 smalk@SunriverRealty.com

MLS# 201610734

Joanna Johns, Broker • (541) 410-4177 jjohns@SunriverRealty.com

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SCENE JANUARY 2017 Volume XLIII, No. 1 57455 Abbot Drive P.O. Box 3278 Sunriver, OR 97707

OWNER/PUBLISHER Sunriver Owners Association The SUNRIVER SCENE is the official monthly publication of the Sunriver Owners Association, a not-for-profit Oregon corporation dedicated to 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.

Publication of advertising copy or individuals’ opinions in the SCENE does not constitute endorsement by the newspaper, the Sunriver Owners Association or any of its members or board of directors. Each advertiser bears responsibility for claims made on their behalf. Scene content including stories, advertising and images are copyrighted and cannot be re-published without permission. HOW TO REACH US EDITOR Susan Berger 541.585.2937 susanb@srowners.org

ADVERTISING MANAGER Vickie Killion 541.585.2939 vickiek@srowners.org

SROA CONTACTS 541.593.2411

888.284.6639 toll-free email: infosroa@srowners.org www.sunriverowners.org GENERAL MANAGER Hugh Palcic hughp@srowners.org

work isn’t complete. Crews must also hand-shovel around the more than 250 fire hydrants in Sunriver, plow the north and south owner storage yards, the Sunriver Airport tarmac and taxiway to Sky Park and the parking lots at the recycle center and Fort Rock Park. “If we do everything, it totals approximately 240 staff hours,” said Thatcher. Drive cautiously on snow/icy roads in the winter Sunriver’s curvy, tree-lined

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annually ($700 annual value, based on $140/cord average price) • Free tennis and pickleball court use ($15 value per court use) • Discounts on tennis lessons and clinics (10% off per clinic or lesson) • Free lap swim ($15 value per visit) • Discount swim lessons, aqua fitness ($5 average savings per program) • Free reservations and access to Mary McCallum Park (priceless) • Discount reservations for Fort Rock ($65 value per use) • Discount reservation for Paulina Park ($25 value per use) • Discount on SHARC event space rental fees ($85 to $1,000 value depending on space used, plus free use of the hospitality kitchen) • Discount on SHARC retail items (10% off) • Discount massage service with Rebound at SHARC (10% discount, $8-$11.50 savings per session) • Discounts on select SROA events & functions (value varies, but $5 to $10 savings per event) • Discounts on select recreational programs (varies, but $5 to $60 savings per program)

ASST. GENERAL MANAGER Keith Kessaris keithk@srowners.org COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 541.593.6645 NATURAL RESOURCES 541.593.1522

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 541.585.2903 PUBLIC WORKS 541.593.2483

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roads and traffic circles can be a challenge for some drivers. Here are tips for driving in winter conditions. • If weather is bad and there isn’t a pressing need to go somewhere — stay home. Waiting a few hours allows crews to clear roads and improve driving conditions. • Slow down. Speed is your enemy when it comes to ice and/or snow-covered roads, and it doesn’t matter if you have traction tires, studs or 4WD. Although these devices help, they also provide a false sense of security and drivers often assume they are immune

to inclement conditions. Plan more time to reach your destination at a speed conducive to conditions. • If your car is equipped with ABS brakes it is recommended you apply gentle, firm pressure on the pedal. You may hear grinding noises as the brakes engage to stop the vehicle, but this is normal. On older vehicles without ABS, gentle pumping of the brakes is best. Never stomp or slam on the brakes. • Slow down and brake earlier when making a turn or rounding a curve. Use caution on bridges and overpasses as these often freeze up first as tempera-

tures drop. • Never pass a plow on the right and be aware that two plows often work side-by-side to clear highways. • If you start to slide, gently turn your wheel in the direction of your slide. Jerking the wheel or stomping on the brakes could send you spinning out of control. Before venturing out this winter, be prepared for inclement weather. For conditions in Sunriver, go to www.sun riverowners.org and click on weather. For road conditions throughout Oregon, go to www.tripcheck.com

Area business discounts Aside from the SROA-provided discounts, we also work with numerous Sunriver businesses who have agreed to provide a discount for products or services to owners who show their valid member card. Discounted services for 2017 include: • AirMedCare Air Transport: $10 off annual membership for medical air transport • Smiles Kitchen (personal chef ): 35% on first dinner event, 15% off on all dinners • Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe: 10% off on rentals • Cascara Vacation Rentals: 10% off vacation rental, 10% off first year vacation rental contract/securities contract • Marcello’s: 10% off (excludes alcohol) • Good 2 Go: 10% off food and summer fun, 20% off snowmobile rentals • 4 Seasons: 10% off all ski and bike rentals • The Closet/Cascade Design Center: 20% off regular priced items • Your Store: Choose from beanie, koozee or other goodie with purchase • Rat Hole Brewing at Sunriver: 10% off on merchandise and food • South Bend Bistro: Free glass of wine or beer with purchase of entrée • Sunriver Brewing Co.: 10% off food, beverage and apparel • The Wooden Jewel: 10%

off • Live Laugh Love Art: 10% off gallery items, art and activities • Village Properties at Sunriver: 10% off the vacation nightly rate for 2017 • Sunriver Toyhouse Rentals: 30% off rental rates, no charge for loaner squirt guns, hats, sunblock and bug spray • SunriverVR.com (Virtual Reality Arcade): 50% off rental rates, 15 minute free demo • Rebound Massage Therapy: 10% discount • Obsidian Hair Spa: 10% off product, local prices on services • El Caporal Sunriver: 10% discount for individual meal of

the member. No alcohol, to go or sharing • Panini’s Pizzeria: 10% off dine-in or to go • Village Bar & Grill: 15% off all food and beverage • Sunset Lodging: 10% off rent, taxes and cleaning fee only (no annual fees). Must meet nightly seasonal minimum requirements. Two free tokens for beer or wine at Sunriver Brewing. As the adage goes, “membership does have its privileges.” Your SROA board and staff are committed to developing member benefits where and when possible. What a great time to be a Sunriver owner.

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December SROA board meeting summary The Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Board of Directors meeting was held Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016. Board members present: Pat Hensley, David Jendro, Bob Nelson, Richard Wharton, Dwayne Foley, Jim Fister, Mike Gocke, Roger Smith, Jim Adams. Staff present: Hugh Palcic, Susan Berger. Treasurer’s report Year-to-date as of Nov. 30, 2016 (unaudited/estimated) • Operations Revenues............... .............................$9,694,824 • Expenses sub-total................... ...............................8,852,602 • Operations Surplus.................. ..................................842,222 Owners forum –No owners in attendance. Association operations Administration: Finalized the 2017 operating budget with a 4 percent maintenance fee increase along with the reserve schedule. Conducted three listening sessions for owners in the valley (Lake Oswego, Salem and Eugene) in November. Attended the LUBA hearing in

Salem regarding the proposed expansion of Caldera Springs. Reviewed the Oregon Public Utilities Commission draft staff report and offered comment on behalf of SROA. Accounting: Renewed insurance plan with decrease in overall costs. Worked with Capital Accounting Partners on Recreation User Fee Study. Began preparing and sending out the annual maintenance fee coupons via mail and email. Added 30-hour a week staff person to assist with workload, segregation of duties and cross training of staff. Communications: Worked on updating policies. The 2017 owner directories are in. Created a 2017 Sunriver calendar with photographs by owners and visitors. Scene advertising is now PCI compliant and clients are taking advantage of automatic credit card payments. Community Development: Only five properties remain non-compliant for painting. Construction has begun on a number of new home and addition projects. Natural Resources: Submitted Tree City USA applica-

SROA board candidates sought SROA NEWS – Are you ready to step up and make a difference in your community? Want to use your skills and experience in a productive way? Then it’s 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 resident and nonresident owners, are eligible to serve. There are three ways to make that happen: 1. 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. 2. 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. 3. 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. Either call 541-593-2411 to have forms mailed to you or stop by the office at 57455 Abbot Drive to collect them. Page 4

Forms are also available at www.sunriverowners.org. Go to Online Office to Resource Center and click on Committees, then Nominating Committee and the Board Application Form. March 31 is the deadline for candidates seeking nomination by application to submit their completed forms to the Nominating Committee. April 3 at 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 15 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, chair: mangell0402@gmail.com or 541-593-3242 • Gary Carlson: mesquitobiker @gmail.com or 541-593-5004 • Jane Boubel: jboubel@cham berscable.com or 541-5932641 • Jane Vakoc: jane@vakoc. com or 541-598-2048 • Scott Hall: scotth@chamber scable.com or 541-306-0114 • Donna Farnam: dfinsr@ gmail.com or 541-593-3852

tion for annual recertification. Completed flagging property lines for 2017 ladder fuel reduction projects. Performed site visits regarding tree removal requests on private property. IT: Staff attended SmartSheet software training. Upgraded telephone servers at admin, public works and SHARC. Installed three new phones for administration. Communicated with BendBroadband on a 4-year plan. Public Works: Crews are trimming tree branches near the roads as well as identifying stumps needing removal near roadsides. The new Fort Rock pavilion is complete. Crews worked in shifts to plow during heavy snowfall Dec. 13-14. Recreation/SHARC: Cleaned and prepped tubing hill shed. Black Light Blast sold out despite inclement weather. Received a new water wheelchair to assist getting physically impaired patrons in/out of the pool. Met with Combined Communications and secured sponsorship commitments for March Mudness, ticketed concert, Turf Tunes and Uncorked.

Board actions –Approved minutes of Nov. 18, 2016 board work session –Approved minutes of Nov. 19, 2016 regular board meeting. –Approved November 2016 financial statement (unaudited). –Approved SROA’s 2017 operating budget. –Approved authorization to move $300,000 to the Operations Reserve Fund from the existing 2016 Operating Budget surplus. –Approved authorization to move any remaining 2016 Operating Budget surplus to SROA’s Replacement Reserve Fund. –Approved SROA Communications Department policies. In reviewing SROA’s policies relative to communications, it was apparent that certain updates were necessary as a means to consistently manage SROA’s communications moving forward. –Approved change to the employee vacation accrual policy to allow employees to cash out 40 hours of vacation provided they still have at least 40 hours left in their vacation accrual bank. This option will

only be allowed once a year in November. Committee/board action requests –Approved Rae Seely as alternate to the Design Committee. Other business –The board received a Recreation User Fee Study presentation/report by Dan Edds of Capital Accounting Partners. The study evaluated how effective SROA is in cost recovery of its recreational-based programs. –The board received and discussed staff report on the November listening sessions held in Lake Oswego, Salem and Eugene. –The board meeting adjourned at 10:52 a.m. The next SROA board work session will take place at 9 a.m. Friday, Jan. 20, followed by the regular board meeting at 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 21 in the SROA administration building, 57455 Abbot Drive, between circles 3 and 4, next to the Sunriver Fire Department. Approved minutes of the meeting are posted, as available, on the SROA website at www. sunriverowners.org

Become a volunteer and help make a difference in your Sunriver community SROA NEWS – Can you hear it? That faint whisper of Sunriver’s winter season. With visiting friends and family finally gone after the holidays, now is the perfect opportunity to use that extra time on your hands to volunteer. The Sunriver Owners Association has the need for enthusiastic volunteers to sit on various committees and specialized task forces — the behind-the-scenes contributors that help shape the Sunriver community. There are few requirements to serve on a committee, but potential candidates must be a Sunriver property owner and willing to commit time to attend meetings and work on assigned projects. Non-resident owners are welcome to participate. There are options for those interested to participate by telecommuting means should they be unable to attend in person. Some committees meet monthly, while others meet quarterly or on an “as needed” basis. • Covenants (meets as needed): To provide the board with expertise and advice on matters relating to the association’s governing documents and related legal issues. • Design (meets twice a month): The committee serves in an advisory capacity to the board to ensure compliance and equity in the implementation of policies, declarations, conditions, covenants, restrictions and other documents pertaining to the physical development of Sunriver. • Election (meets as needed): The Election www.sunriverowners.org

Committee is formed to administer all elections and other ballot measures as specified in the SROA Bylaws, Article III and IX. • Finance (meets monthly): The committee assists the board in its efforts to preserve, protect and enhance the community of Sunriver through sound financial management. • Nominating: The committee has been established by the board to select a slate of candidates for the annual election to the Board of Directors by performing the functions and responsibilities outlined in the committee charter and Article IV, Section 2 of the Bylaws. • Owner Enrichment: Still in the planning stages, this task force will look at potential programs available to owners. And let’s not forget volunteers are always needed to fill positions on the SROA Board of Directors. Elections take place annually in July/August for three-year terms. Regular meetings are held the third Saturday of each month, preceded with a Friday workshop. To find out when a committee is meeting, go to www.sunriverowners.org and go to Calendar in the main menu bar. For information about joining a SROA committee or task force, contact Becki Sylvester at 541-593-2411. A volunteer form is available at www.sunriverowners.org. Go to Online Office>Online Forms>Volunteer Service Form. SUNRIVER SCENE • JANUARY 2017

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A Sunriver state of mind

OWNERS ASSOCIATION

sroa president’s message

unriver is a special, magi- municipal intersections. cal place. Whether we Another key to the magic live here full time or own of Sunriver is the quiet. At a vacation home, we our listening sessions chose Sunriver bewith owners held in cause of this magic. November, we heard What exactly is this over and over again magic? In addition that owners place a to our beautiful natupremium on the peace, ral environment – tranquility and solitrees, river, meadows, tude that Sunriver ofmountains, wildlife, Pat Hensley fers. We asked these and of course, sunvacation-home ownshine – coupled with abundant ers: “What motivates you to outdoor recreation opportuni- drive to Sunriver to use your ties, there’s something intangi- residence?” While owners do ble about the magic of Sunriver. come to Sunriver for the outFormer SROA board mem- door recreation opportuniber Greg Froomer once de- ties and to visit with friends, scribed his feeling of being many owners said they come transformed when he was driv- to Sunriver primarily to get ing to his vacation home in away to unwind and enjoy the Sunriver. Greg would describe peace and quiet. Some even to all in attendance at board described Sunriver as a sanctumeetings just how all of his ary. Some owners said they tension, right down to the come to Sunriver in grip on the steering wheel, the spring and fall Sunriver’s would magically wash away as a means of economas he descended down the avoiding the “In Sunriver, ic vitaleastern slope of the Cascades crowds. This tranquility is an amenity. ” ity. But into Central Oregon, leaving value placed when behind the hustle and noise o n t r a n things – Dwayne Foley, and rain of Portland. I, too, quility was are hopwas captivated by this magical reflected in SROA Board of Directors ping in feeling of Sunriver the first time expressions of Sunriver in I visited here over 20 years ago. concern about the summer, Interestingly, I still feel it every adding or enhancowners want to time I return to Sunriver from ing amenities such as be able to escape the visiting my family in the Port- more playgrounds and pickhustle and bustle to the peace land area. The best definition to leball courts if they would add and tranquility that the North explain this feel is that Sunriver to the noise level in Sunriver. is a state of mind. One owner emphasized that Pool and Mary McCallum ofWhat is this magic, this he would like fewer noisy fer. Owners have told us that Sunriver state of mind? One activities and less of a “carni- they value the rustic ambience key to the magic is the pace of val atmosphere.” We heard of Mary McCallum Park. One life in Sunriver: hurry up and concerns specifically about the owner recommended: “Keep slow down. Owners and visi- noise pollution of concerts; it natural/peaceful; that’s the tors alike are here in Sunriver some owners told us there are THE REAL ESTATE EXPERT to decompress and decelerate. too many events and functions YOUR FRIENDS RECOMMEND! Life in Sunriver operates on its and too many noisy concerts all John Gibson own special pace. There’s no summer long. need to go at breakneck speed. SROA’s owners – both fullPrincipal Broker Sunriver has 33 miles of path- time residents and vacationCertified Residential Specialist JohnGibsonPC@aol.com ways so that owners and visitors home owners – have made can get around Sunriver at a similar points regarding the 541-593-5000 leisurely pace on foot or bicycle, North Pool and Mary McCalBUY WITH KNOWLEDGE, SELL WITH CONFIDENCE taking the time to savor the lum Park. These special ameniSunriver Business Park natural environment. In fact, ties are seen as places to escape 56825 Venture Lane, Suite 104 Sunriver’s traffic circles were de- to peace and quiet. Of course signed specifically by Sunriver’s owners appreciate the SHARC founders to slow us all down a aquatics facility and the visitors bit and also to reduce the road it helps attract to Sunriver, noise of cars breaking and ac- that in turn help support our celerating out of traditional, businesses that are essential to

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draw of the park.” And we continue to hear – both in the listening sessions and in email messages from owners – strong support for the owners-only policy for both the North Pool and Mary McCallum Park. My fellow SROA Board member, Dwayne Foley, summed it up well: in Sunriver, tranquility is an amenity. So, why exactly are SROA’s board and staff holding these listening sessions? And, how will owners’ comments play

into Sunriver’s future? Well, hearing from owners will help the Board set priorities for future amenities and infrastructure projects. In prioritizing any project – whether we’re talking about improvements to the North Pool or possible traffic circles at the Abbot/Beaver intersection, we ask whether the project is needed (or just a “want/nice to have”), whether there are safety issues, whether the project is feasible from an engineering standpoint, what it will cost and whether we have the money to pay for it. But we should also ask how the project aligns with SROA’s mission statement, which emphasizes the quality of life in Sunriver. These listening sessions may not provide SROA with the “nuts and bolts” details for our future projects, but they do supply much more to our planning than one can imagine. To that end we are reminded from the listening sessions that the values captured in the Sunriver state of mind are the connection to our the quality of life in Sunriver. Along with the more practical considerations involved in any infrastructure project, the values of the Sunriver state of mind – an escape to tranquility, peace and quiet, and a slower pace of life – will help set the framework for prioritizing future projects.

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IAMP: Funny little acronym for a big project By Susan Berger, Scene Staff SROA NEWS – For the past few years you may have heard the word “IAMP” bantered about. But what is it? Simply put, IAMP is an acronym for the Infrastructure & Amenities Master Plan. An IAMP is an element that was first born out of SROA’s 2006 Strategic Plan, along with the marriage of the 2009 Reserve Study and information gleaned from 15 years worth of SROA member surveys. As a living document, IAMP is the “go to” reference tool for the SROA board, staff, committee or task force when looking at proposed projects or improvements in Sunriver. “The IAMP can also be adapted in response to changes and trends,” said Hugh Palcic, SROA general manager. “A few years ago we hadn’t heard of pickleball. It’s become so popular that we’ve converted two of our tennis courts into pickleball courts.” The first major projects created out of the IAMP included SHARC, the boat ramp and completely rebuilding Sunriver’s 33-plus miles of pathways. The creation of SHARC was a top priority at the time due to the impending failure of the former South Pool complex (as well as size limitation). Following an owner approval vote

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in 2012, the South Pool was traded in a property exchange with the Sunriver Resort to obtain the property that eventually became the owner boat launch. Other property SROA gained in the trade included additional acreage next to Mary McCallum Park. But there’s still more to do. Three items have currently risen to the top of the IAMP list, and include the Beaver/ Abbot intersection, North Pool updates and potential changes to SROA’s tennis and pickleball offerings. Beaver/Abbot intersection With more and more visitors to Sunriver, traffic congestion is a driving force behind the need for a traffic circle at the Beaver and Abbot drive intersection. Preliminary design work has been completed, and the plan

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will soon be unveiled to owners for input early this year. North Pool Like the former South Pool, the members only North Pool is showing its age. Constructed in 1982, much of the equipment and pool vessel itself is long past its useful life and starting to fail. Aside from needed infrastructure, the board will be seeking owner input on potential improvements, if any, Sunriver owners may want. “Initially, (pre SHARC) the North Pool was slated to be mothballed,” said Palcic. “With a newfound use as an ownersonly amenity, we have struck a chord with our members that now requires us to rethink the future of this facility. If we merely followed the original IAMP plan, the North Pool would not be here today.” Tennis/pickleball SROA now has several years worth of data showing some tennis courts are rarely used. Several are also on the schedule for a costly rebuild so it needs to be decided whether or not SROA repairs, removes or considers potentially turning other tennis courts into pickleball courts. SROA will be sending out a request for proposal to conduct a study/survey of all tennis and pickleball offerings before moving forward with any changes. Remaining projects on the IAMP list include improvements to the recycling center, Cottonwood entry, Fort Rock Park/Adventure Camp and Mary McCallum Park. If you are interested in learning more about these projects be sure to attend the upcoming listening sessions taking place on Jan. 25 and Feb. 6 at 1 p.m. in SHARC’s Pringle Hall. All Sunriver owners are welcome.

Mud run registration now open SUNRIVER – Are you ready to get dirty? Bring your friends, family and a mud-loving attitude for some filthy fun. Sponsored by the Sunriver Owners Association, this spring break mud run will take place Sunday, March 26 at 1 p.m. Specially designed for families who love to frolic in filth, Sunriver March Mudness is a great way to kick off your spring break. With nearly 900 participants last year ranging from 3-77 years old, our 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. Just like prior years you will find the lowest prices during early bird registration through Jan. 31 at 11:59 p.m. Early bird pricing remains unchanged since the inaugural event. Adults (ages 12 and older) participating in our non-competitive event are $20 each and youths age 4-11 are $12 each during the early bird timeframe. All participants will receive one drink voucher for an age-appropriate beverage at the end of the race, dog tags for completing the race, access to changing tents, and a fire hose rinse off courtesy of the Sunriver Fire Department. The first 150 registered participants also receive a 2017 signature logo item. For participants registering between Feb. 1 and noon on March 25 registration fees for adults will be $28 and $18 for ages 4-11. A timed, competitive race is also open to the first 100 adult registrants (ages 16 and older). This race will kick-off the mud run. Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female competitive finishers. Non-competitive waves will follow in order to keep the focus on fun. The non-competitive event will start in waves to ensure all participants have plenty of time to complete the course. Early bird competitive registration is $30 and $35 between Feb. 1 and March 25. 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. Creative costumes are encouraged and spectators are welcome. The Sunriver March Mudness website puts it this way: “There is a good chance that whatever you are wearing will never be the same again!” The Sunriver March Mudness will benefit the La Pine/Sunriver Relay for Life. Online registration is available until 12 p.m. on March 25 at www.sunrivermarchmudness.com

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Cabaret vocalists highlight potluck entertainment The next Surniver area potluck will take place at SHARC on Wednesday, Jan. 11 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Evening entertainment will feature a musical cabaret performance by Meagan Iverson of the Sunriver Music Festival and two of Central Oregon’s top cabaret vocalists — Stephanie Crespo and Patty Davis. Outside cover of the Sunriver Style 2017 calendar.

Sunriver calendars available SROA NEWS – In October, the Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Communications Department put out a call for owners and visitors to send in their best photographs depicting Sunriver. Thanks to some great entries, SROA has created a 2017 calendar filled with these photos. “We had close to 200 photos entered, and used 40 in the calendar,” said Susan Berger, SROA’s Communications Director. “I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of images to choose from.” The 8.5 x 5.5 inch wall calendars depict everything from snow-covered pathways to Sunriver’s resident wildlife. Sunriver resident Steve Pedersen was the randomly selected winner of a $100 gift certificate to a Sunriver restaurant or business (Pederson chose South Bend Bistro). Pedersen has several images in the calendar, including the front cover. “I knew the minute I saw Pedersen’s striking image of the Sun River and golf course

fairway with Mt. Bachelor and Broken Top in the background that it was the perfect image for the front cover,” said Berger. “The lighting and touch of fog really added to the beauty of this particular photograph.” O t h e r s with photos in the calendar include: Harvey Barragar, Paul Barthelemy, Charles Blumenthal, Doug Braddock, Daney Breault, Dean Brown, David Carnahan, Jim Castino, Jim Culpepper, Gayle Danfelt, Julia Deleganes, Matt Halferty, Bill Hurlbutt, Jim Lang, Bob McMillan, Sally Moore, Darrell Owen, Phil Fischer, Marcus Schwing, Kelly Steele, Susan Tyvand and Carolyn Waissman. The calendars are for sale while supplies last at $2 each and available at the SROA admin office (open 8-5 Mon.Fri.) or Member Services at SHARC (open 8:30-5 daily). “We hope to make the calendar an annual tradition,” said Berger. For more information, call 541-585-2937.

Participants should bring an entrée or salad to serve 10 to12 people, plus their own place settings and cups. Potluck committee volunteers will provide desserts. Brewed Awakenings provides freshly ground, brewed decaf coffee, and Flowers at Sunriver creates the table centerpieces. The cost is $5 per person

or $15 per family (up to a maximum of six). To attend, sign up at the SROA office, SHARC, the north Marketplace or call 541-593-8149 or simply email to areapotluck@gmail. com. Be sure to include whether you will be bringing a salad or entrée.

Snow play: Don’t forget your Sno-Park permit Winter recreation enthusiasts are reminded to purchase and display current Sno-Park parking permits when utilizing any of the state’s 100 winter recreation parking areas this winter. Oregon’s Sno-Park program helps provide snow removal in the winter recreation parking areas around the state. Anyone who parks in a SnoPark between Nov. 1 and April 30, must display a valid SnoPark permit near the lower left corner of the windshield. Parking in a Sno-Park without a permit may result in a fine. There are three types of permits: $25 seasonal permit, $9 three-day permit good for three consecutive days, and a $4 daily permit. In Sunriver, permits are available at Village Bike & Ski, Sunriver Sports, 4 Seasons Recreational Outfitters, Sunriver Country Store and Marketplace. Sno-Park permits are also available at all DMV offices and many permit agents at

winter resorts, sporting goods stores and other retail outlets. Private agents can charge an additional service fee. A list of permit agents is available at www.tripcheck.com under Travel Center. Sno-Parks are located in most

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Climate change and its impact on migratory birds By Jennifer Curtis, Sunriver Nature Center Manager Six years ago I arrived in Central Oregon from the Midwest and shortly thereafter started my job at the Sunriver Nature Center. One of the first things I noticed from watching our bird feeders at the center was the great variety of seasonal migrant birds that stopped by in the spring and fall. We would have regular visits from large flocks of pine siskins, evening grosbeaks, black-headed grosbeaks, American goldfinches, red-breasted sapsuckers, varied thrushes, and even my favorite bird, the Lewis’s woodpecker. What a spectacle. It seems that over the past few years, and probably long before that, there has been a decrease in the number and variety of migratory birds seen in Sunriver, and elsewhere in the world. This year was particularly disappointing. We received calls from concerned residents wanting to know “where are all the birds?” While watching our feeders, staff also noted a decrease in avian visitors. Where we used to see flocks of white-crowned sparrows and evening grosbeaks, their presence is now a bonus rather than the norm. Now, our feeders mostly attract non-migratory species such as Northern flickers, dark-eyed juncos, mountain chickadees and Steller’s jays. This is not only a local observation. Scientists and concerned citizens around the world have noted a decline in migratory birds in areas where they are commonly sighted. There are numerous peer-reviewed articles that have appeared in the past 10 years that describe this phenomena and its relationship to climate change. Increasing

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Join the Sunriver Nature Center for coffee 9-10 a.m. on Mondays. Held in the Pozzi building through March, these informal open forums provide a chance to talk with staff to discuss environmental topics. Open to all, donations are welcome. The Sunriver Nature Center is located at 57245 River Road. For more information, call 541593-4394.

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global temperatures impact a variety of biological processes that are all interlinked. A changing climate impacts the habitats that birds use along their flyways for food, water and shelter, increasing the challenges to successfully reach their breeding grounds. Changing temperatures may also instigate shorter or altered migration routes, or the outright cessation of their migration altogether. Furthermore, with milder winter temperatures, some areas find birds congregating in areas longer, leading to increased competition for limited resources needed to survive. One of the most interesting observations, in my opinion, is how climate change affects the phenology of all living things. Phenology is described as the study of cyclic and seasonal natural phenomena, especially in relation to climate and plant and animal life. Increasing day length and warming temperatures stimulate plants to bloom and produce fruit, insects to emerge and reproduce, and affect the arrival time of migrating birds. A problem arises if warmer temperatures allow insect-eating birds to arrive early to their breeding sites, but caterpillars or other inTurn to Migratory, page 10

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Observatory: Looking ahead By Bob Grossfeld, Observatory Manager After the end of the year, most people look forward to the new year, now that the holidays and the parties are over. Me, well, I think back over the last year, the year before and so on. It makes me realize what has happened over the last couple of years, and how the Oregon Observatory has grown and improved. The staff and I are grateful for all of the support we have received. So what does 2017 look like? Many projects are planned over the winter months. This month we are looking to move forward with exciting plans for 2017. We will be working on upgrades to some of our older telescopes, working on our solar program and building an alliance with NASA. In addition, we are working on displays. We are working on improvements to our Dob farm, where the dobsonian telescopes are used on the outside deck, along with a new storage area. The staff is now operating the new “hopsavatory” at Worthy Brewery in Bend. The new 16-inch telescope should work well this winter, with limited viewing nights during the month of January, and throughout the winter months. As we get the new facility up and running, excitement continues to grow. With much more programing available at this new location, staff

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is excited to offer a completely different program and feel. Not to mention that a warm meal and drink is right inside. What else is happening this month? Well, if the weather cooperates, we have another small meteor shower on the evening of Jan. 3 into the morning hours of Jan. 4. The Quadrantids is an above average shower, with up to 40 meteors per hour at its peak. The first quarter moon will set shortly after midnight leaving fairly dark skies for what could be a good show. Meteors will radiate from the constellation Bootes, but can appear anywhere in the sky. The observatory is not open for programs, but that does not mean there is nothing to look at. Go out and look at the Hunter, Orion. You don’t need a telescope to enjoy the view. Use your binoculars to find the Great Orion Nebula, located below the belt, in the middle of the sword. If you have a telescope, be sure to use it this month. The views of the winter sky are worth the cold weather. So what are my favorites? Well, I am partial to Jupiter. I know I plan to go to the telescopes and look. If you are out and it’s clear, don’t hesitate to drive by the observatory and see if any of the staff or I are viewing. Are you on Facebook? Be sure to “like” us, as we announce all

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Second Tern doll collection includes first ladies, royal family By Wes Perrin Volunteers at Sunriver’s Second Tern Thrift Store are expressing amazement as they continue to unpack the extensive doll collection donated by the family of Myrtle Hosier. “Not only is the variety far ranging, the quality is remarkable,” said Colly Rosenberg, store manager. “Many are in the original packaging and perfect for serious collectors.” Rosenberg was especially impressed with the British Royal Family dolls, which include the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, (Kate in her wedding dress; William in a fancy Navy uniform), Fergie (also in wedding attire) and Prince Charles (wearing a military suit with several medals). She also singled out the American first ladies group, which features Jackie Kennedy and Lady Bird Johnson, among others. A number of prominent makers of collectable dolls are represented in the donation including Reeves International, Danbury Mint and Franklin Heirloom. Anyone scanning their respective web pages will find many examples of their products, but nary a mention of the dictionary name for their customers. While gathering information about their new merchandise the Tern discovered that officially, doll collectors are known as “plangonologists.” The origin of the name dates back to ancient Greece when

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women were not allowed to perform in the theater. Instead they were replaced by wax figures called “plangons.” Doll prices reported on Ebay vary widely based on condition, availability and other variables, but Rosenberg is confident that Tern’s pricing of the dolls will be very competitive. Because the collection is so large, and the Tern’s space it limited, only a few dolls will be displayed at a time. Rosenberg explained that eventually a detailed inventory will be posted online. Interested persons can email manager@secondtern. com to be placed on a contact list. The Second Tern is located on Spring River Road ¼ mile west of Harper Bridge. Hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday and Saturday. All sales benefit the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory. Call 541593-3367 or visiting www. secondtern.com.

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By Jay Bowerman Leigh Cruden Kuhn, a young naturalist and talented artist, was working at Sunriver Nature Center on the afternoon of Aug. 4, 1990 when the infamous Awbrey Hall fire started just west of Bend. Leigh and her husband Bill lived on River Bend Drive, directly in the path of the fire. Leigh knew that Bill was away from home that day. Leigh expressed concern about their house and, especially, their cat. According to Bill, whom I only recently met, I had told Leigh to leave work immediately and do what needed to be done. She managed to reach their house ahead of the flames, grab their cat, some of Bill’s computer files, and flee with tires smoking from the heat of the fire that quickly destroyed their home and belongings. Leigh and Bill ultimately completed a new house that sits on a knoll looking west towards the Three Sisters and Broken Top. In the 25 years after the Awbrey Hall fire, the couple worked tirelessly on behalf of wildlife and habitat conservation. In September, after a 9-year struggle, Leigh succumbed to a lung disease that seemed to worsen in successive waves during stressful exchanges with regulators and administrators

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of our news, along with plans to open the observatory outside of our normal schedule. We have been trying to open more during the clear nights, and we will announce that on Facebook and the website. I am excited that we are moving forward with the expansion of the new roll-off roof and exhibits for the observatory. I hope we can raise the major-

cal wellbeing of many native plants. As the Sunriver Nature Center develops and expands its botanical garden, it would be nice to dedicate a small area in Leigh’s memory – especially for native pollinators such as bumblebees and butterflies. The image of a hummingbird was created by Leigh and adorned a sweatshirt with the nature center logo. Apparently the only reason this sweatshirt still exists today is because Leigh wore it to work the day of the Awbrey Hall fire and didn’t burn with their house and other belongings. If anyone else still has one of these sweatshirts, we’d love to hear from you. ity of the funds needed by the middle of 2017, so that we can start construction in the fall. If you would like more information on our future plans, feel free to contact me. January may be a time to reflect, but I believe it is a great time to get out and view the winter sky. I hope you get a chance to enjoy all that the sky has to offer this month, and if nothing else, remember that summer is just six months away.

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over failures to uphold and enforce codes and regulations to protect the environment. Leigh assisted Dave Danley and Sue Manley-Hinton as the nature center successfully guided Sunriver through the mountain pine beetle epidemic of the 1980s and early 1990s. She also assisted in a research project that measured the rate of colonization and growth of bitterbrush, a major source of ladder fuels. Their work was published in 1992 and provided the foundation for the ladder fuels management plan that is still followed today. Between 1986 and 1990, Leigh worked on a myriad of tasks at the nature center, but the botanical garden became a special love. Leigh was passionate about protecting native pollinators crucial to the ecologi-

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Sunriver resident Marv Henberg will address the Sunriver Men’s Club on Thursday, Jan. 19 at the Crosswater Grille. Sunriver area men and women are welcome to attend. The cost is $20 per person. Henberg has spent his career in the university environment, most recently as the president of the College of Idaho. And though he is a great fan of “Yotes” sports, his talk will cover another of his favorite topics, studying abroad. In 50 years of studying, teaching, and administering at universities in the United States and abroad, Henberg has first-hand experience of the power and promise of international education. Today, study in another country is commonplace, but it was not always so. Henberg highlights the origin and growth of an ideal barely one hundred years in the making. You may find some interesting surprises in this history. Henberg, and his wife Laurie, retired to Sunriver a year and a half ago. They have long roots in Oregon. He spent 15 years at Linfield College, including one

It’s already a new year. Come and celebrate with the artists of Artists’ Gallery Sunriver in The Village at Sunriver. We invite you to our Second Saturday celebration of art Jan. 14 from 4 to 6 p.m. Meet the artists as well as enjoying light snacks, wine and beer. Our featured artists for January are a husband and wife, doubly talented team, who live

in Sunriver. Greg Cotton is the gallery’s resident wood artist and his background in mathematics shows in his intricate works. New this year is yet another addition to his creative puzzles crafted out of natural and colorful woods. When together, the piece is a perfect cube, but

during the same timeframe. Conveniently, for more than 40 years, the nature center served as a data collecting station for local weather. Our goal is to find trends in climate change associated with changes in migratory bird species abundance and diversity over time and share this information as it becomes available. So what can you do? Several things actually: • Keep a record of the bird species that visit your feeders. Make sure to provide the date and location. Report this information to us bi-annually. • Continue to call the nature center with reports of special bird sightings or lack thereof. • Participate in local bird counts via the East Cascades Audubon Society As always, the Sunriver Nature Center staff is here to protect nature, inform the public

of new scientific findings, and serve our local community. If you are interested in working on some of these climate related questions, there are several projects that need citizen support. Contact me at jennifer@sunrivernaturecenter. org to learn more. Let us not forget to carry John Gray’s vision close to our hearts in all that we do. Almost 50 years ago, Gray created this community in which the natural environment became forefront to all man-made creations. Today, nestled in the trees and along the meandering river, the nature center continues to uphold this vision and encourages each and everyone to live, work and play in a manner that protects and enhances our environment, to live together in harmony, and to leave this earth for future generations to come.

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year as interim president. They have been coming to Sunriver since 1982, and have owned a home here since 1990. The Henbergs love to travel, hike, kayak and ski. Henberg writes in his spare time, and he has become active at the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory and supports Laurie in her activities with the Sunriver Rotary. Hope to see you at the luncheon. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Lunch will be served at noon, followed by the program at 12:30 p.m. The menu will be a choice of meat lasagna; or smoked salmon Caesar salad; or vegetarian stuffed acorn squash. Dessert will be gluten free brownies. 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.Mens club@gmail.com. If you send an email, please be sure you get a confirmation. If you want an email of upcoming luncheons, send us your email address. The deadline for signing up is 5 p.m. on Jan. 17.

Wood puzzle by Greg Cotton.

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sects still emerge based on day length: The coordination of the two species that evolved to work in sync has been altered. Mismatched phenologies of co-adapted species are a recipe for disaster. Reduced food availability, increased need for food to support breeding, and increasing competition for resources combine to increase stress on different species. Although data has not been analyzed for Sunriver, data is available via local birders and citizen scientists. Staff are currently collecting and consolidating information on the number and species of migratory birds that have made their way through Central Oregon during the last decade. This data will also be compared with changes in climate for our area

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Creatures great and small highlight gallery exhibit By Billye Turner Sunriver Resort Lodge Betty Gray Gallery celebrates the new year with artists Karen Bandy, Vivian Olsen and Barbara Slater. The exhibit continues as the gallery’s winter quarter showcase through Feb. 24. In the upper gallery, Vivian Olsen exhibits her watercolor and oil paintings of wildlife including barnyard sheep with tender, young lambs, Central Oregon coveys of quail leading their chicks, as well as other wild fowl, wolves and bison. All appear lifelike amidst native habitats. Olsen notes a life-long affection for animals evidenced in her paintings. “I paint what I love – nature, especially birds and animals of the high desert,” said Olsen. “I

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the singular identity of each creature. Later, with her children away working and in college, she became an art educator, teaching art at Socorro High School in New Mexico, her home with her husband for 26 years. During this teaching career, she painted and displayed her art in galleries in New Mexico and Colorado as well as state and national juried exhibits. Now retired, Olsen paints full time in her studio in Eagle Crest and exhibits throughout the Pacific Northwest. She also serves as president of the High Desert Art League and is a member and past president of the Plein Air Painters of Oregon. Also in the upper gallery, Barbara Slater presents realistic

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starts out with a group of spiral and curved pieces to puzzle together. Each piece is unique. Cotton’s other works are useful objects including games and cutting boards, doorstoppers, candleholders and coasters. “Kids” of all ages love his puzzles, and they are a great gift idea for a snowy day indoors. Nancy Cotton is a fiber artist specializing in quilted fabrics — from table runners and wall hangings to full-size bed quilts and handbags. Each piece is a one-of-a-kind expression of her art. Nancy is currently working on a series of pieces using the “New York Beauty” quilt block. “Sometimes the quilt blocks can be tedious to make, but once they are completed, that’s when the fun begins,” she said.

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Nancy does all her own quilting from start to finish. Drawing on her experience as a high school math instructor, she finds designs or patterns that appeal to her, selects fabrics and color combinations, pieces the quilt top, then quilts and finishes the project. Nancy is always planning at least two projects ahead. “That’s what makes it fun,” she said. “There’s always something new to look forward to.”

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oil paintings of cows with soulful gazes, cavorting and curious goats, bears humorous and majestic, a noble wolf and other animals. Slater notes that her desire to continually stretch her technique arises from a singular goal – her growth as an artist. On the gallery’s lower level is artist Karen Bandy. She studied art at the University of Oregon, and upon her move to Bend in 1987, the beauty of her surroundings nurtured her desire to paint. She exhibits expressionistic cottontails painted in soft pastel hues and striking magpies amidst vivid desert flowers. Sunriver Resort welcomes the public to the exhibition, which is open during resort hours.

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Citizens Patrol ----------------------------------------3:30pm SROA Admin Coffee with a Naturalist -------------------------9am Sunriver Nature Center Magistrate --------------------------------------------10am SROA Admin Community Potluck-------------------------------6pm SHARC Design Committee --------------------------------10am SROA Admin Second Saturday Artist Reception ---------4pm Artists Gallery Sunriver Coffee with a Naturalist -------------------------9am Sunriver Nature Center Finance Committee ------------------------------9am SROA Admin Men’s Club Luncheon ---------------------------11:30am Crosswater Grille SSD Board Meeting -------------------------------3pm Fire Station 20 Friday SROA Board Work Session ----------------------9am SROA Admin 21 Saturday SROA Board Meeting ----------------------------9am SROA Admin 21-22 Sat-Sun Fly Fishing Seminar ---------------------------------10am SHARC Benham Hall 23 Monday Coffee with a Naturalist -------------------------9am Sunriver Nature Center 25 Wednesday SROA Listening Session---------------------------1pm SHARC Pringle Hall 27 Tuesday Design Committee --------------------------------10am SROA Admin 29 Monday Coffee with a Naturalist -------------------------9am Sunriver Nature Center

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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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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 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 mark@dennettgroup.com Mountain Meadow Quilters 10 a.m., third Wednesday. Crescent room at SHARC.

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

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10:15am Sunday Worship 11:30am Coffee Fellowship 6pm Children Youth Group 6pm Wed. HS Youth Group 57175 Theater Drive 541-593-8341 www.cbchurchsr.org Pastor: Glen Schaumloeffel

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There’s ‘snow’ many winter activities to be had in and around Sunriver Sunriver to Mt. Bachelor shuttle service available Famous for its dry and abundant powder, world-class skiing at Mt. Bachelor is just 20 minutes from Sunriver. Daily shuttles are available from Sunriver Resort Lodge to the mountain during designated times. The round-trip cost is $10 for resort guests, $20 for the general public. Call 541593-4609 for times and ride reservation. And speaking of Mt. Bachelor, mountains can be moved and there is now a place in Sunriver to pick up your ski/ snowboard lift tickets, book a lesson, purchase a season pass or a gift certificate. Located in The Village at Sunriver (building 26, next to South Bend Bistro), Mt. Bachelor in Sunriver Village is your one-stop shop and an easier way to avoid the lines at the mountain. Open noon to 7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, you can also stop by and reserve ski/snowboard equipment rentals (equipment will need to be picked up at the mountain), daycare reserva-

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tions or book a sled dog ride. The store also offers a variety of Mt. Bachelor logo-wear, some snow gear as well as trail maps and other mountain information. For more information, visit www.mtbachelor.com or call 800-829-2442. Sledding/tubing The best spots to bring the kids (and the kid at heart) sledding/tubing: • SHARC Tubing Hill. $10 for unlimited, all-day riding or a five run multi-user punch pass. Must use provided tubes, no personal sleds or tubes. Visit www.sunriversharc.com or call 541-585-5000. • Wanoga Sno-Park on Highway 46, about a 20 minute

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drive from Sunriver Resort. Bring your own sled/tube. • Edison Sno-Park on Road 45, about 15 minute drive from Sunriver Resort. Bring your own sled/tube. • Mt. Bachelor Snow Blast Tubing Park. Tubes provided during three, timed sessions. Sessions often sell out weekends and holidays. Visit www. mtbachelor.com Cross country skiing • Sunriver Resort is offering groomed cross country trails on the front and back nine of the Meadows golf course (see map above). • Paulina Lake: 10 miles of trail at Newberry Crater about 20 minutes from Sunriver Resort. • Virginia Meissner: 10 miles of trail off of Highway 46. About 30 minutes from Sunriver Resort. • Edison Sno-Park: Ungroomed trails off of Road 45, about 20 minutes from Sunriver. Dogs allowed. • Mt. Bachelor Nordic Trails: 56 km of groomed track-set trails. Season runs through April.

Sunriver rental, gear shops Need gear? Here’s places in Sunriver that rent and/or sell equipment. Some also carry winter clothing such as gloves, hats, helmets, jackets, etc. • Village Bike & Ski Shop, 541-593-5948: Skis, snowboards, snowshoes, tubes and sleds. • Sunriver Sports, 541-593-8369: Skis, snowboards, snowshoes, snow tubes, sleds, winter accessories and clothing. • Four Seasons Recreational Outfitters, 541-593-2255: Skis, snowboards, tubes and sleds. • Good2Go, 541-593-0339: Snow tubes, sleds, snowmobiles.

Snowshoeing • The Sunriver pathway that starts near Harper Bridge, follows the river, along River Road and through the Great Meadow and eventually ending at Sunriver Resort is left unplowed for snowshoers and/ or cross country skiers to enjoy. • All five Sno-Parks off the road to Mt. Bachelor allow snowshoeing. Ice skating The Village at Sunriver offers a covered skating rink. Skate

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rentals available on site. For holiday and normal hours of operation, please visit villageat sunriver.com or call 541-5935948 for more information. Sleigh rides During holiday breaks, Sunriver Stables provides onehorse open sleigh rides in a beautiful Victorian sleigh. Ride along the Deschutes River and through the woods with a spectacular view of Mt. Bachelor and the Sunriver meadow. Each sleigh is private seating for four adults/two children and equipped with warm blankets for snuggling and sleigh bells for winter cheer. Reservations are required. Call 541-5936995. Dog sledding Trail of Dreams, operated by Rachael Scdoris, a worldrenowned athlete and Iditarod racer, takes you on a majestic experience in the Cascades with her athletic team of sled dogs. Located at the lower Sunrise Lodge parking area at Mt. Bachelor, advance reservations are required by calling 800829-2442.

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Club speaker to offer tips for fly fishing Central Oregon

Kelly Laatsch, right, will be the guest speaker at the seminar.

Fly fishing seminar coming to SR The Sunriver Anglers Club and Central Oregon Flyfishers will present a special and exclusive two-day seminar – “Fly Fishing Area Rivers and Lakes” – Jan. 21-22 at SHARC. Presented by renowned fly fishing expert Kelly Laatsch, t h e s em i n ar will cover all aspects of fly fishing rivers and lakes and will be beneficial to all fly anglers from beginner to advanced. Learn the right terminology, proper gear, fly patterns and strategy that is sure to increase your fishing success in 2017 on all Central Oregon waters. We are honored to bring Laatsch to Sunriver to share his lifetime of fly-fishing experience and more than 20 years of guiding professionally throughout our western waters. Laatsch has fished most of the major trout streams and lakes throughout western Canada and the U.S., and is very familiar with the great opportunity and unique challenges that our Central Oregon rivers and lakes present to anglers. This seminar will help you to

develop and expand your fly fishing ability to include almost any type of freshwater fishing condition. The seminar is open to all and will be held at Benham Hall at SHARC, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days (Jan. 2122). The cost for the two days is $95, or $85 if you are a member of the Sunriver Anglers Club or Central Oregon Flyfishers Club. Snacks, refreshments, and catered lunches are included. For more information and to register, go to the Sunriver Anglers Club website, www. sunriveranlgers.org, or contact Chris Breault at 541-5930355.

The Sunriver Anglers Club invites everyone to their monthly meeting, held Thursday, Jan. 19, 7 p.m. at SHARC. This month’s guest speaker will be Marc Williamson, a part-time Sunriver resident and a full-time fly fisherman. His topic for the evening will be “Fly Fishing the Central Oregon Lakes and Rivers.” Come listen and enjoy his perspective on our local fishing spots. Hearing and seeing a different technique, or finding out about a new location, can enhance your enjoyment of fly fishing. Being a retired educator, he has designed Power Point presentations that highlight many different topics. Each and every one of them embeds techniques and important information about how to be a successful

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Pacific College, Williamson’s love for teaching has continually grown, and his passion for learning has never decreased. Turn to Speaker, page 16

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Sunriver Anglers Fly Tying Corner: CDC biot caddis By Phil Fischer I still have a long way to go to fill my boxes for next season. I might be making better progress, but with all the snow hitting Mt. Bachelor, skiing has been winning out over fly tying. Go figure! But nonetheless, I have been tying with an eye on an early season. An early season hatch I target each year is the Mother’s Day caddis hatch on the Crooked River. And one of the better imitations I’ve tried is the CDC biot caddis. The trout can’t resist this pattern when the grannom, also known as the Mother’s Day caddis, get going on the Crooked River. The Mother’s Day caddis hatches in great proliferation on many western rivers around its namesake holiday. Sometimes the hatch can be intense and cover the water and the air with caddis flies. On our local Oregon waters, the Crooked River plays host to this hatch from approximately early May to early June. Precise timing varies from year-to-year and is dependent on the weather. The Mother’s Day caddis is often also referred to as

an American grannom or a Brachycentrus americanus. But it is also confused with Brachycentrus occidentalis. Not being an entomologist or expert in Latin names, I know this fly as a Mother’s Day caddis that is dark olive/gray in color, and which trout eat in enormous quantities during the hatch. That makes it a prime hatch to target on the Crooked River come spring. The CDC biot caddis pattern is designed to catch fish. The trailing shuck gives an impression of an insect having difficulty fully hatching, giving an impression that it is crippled, a trigger for hungry trout. The biot body has segmentation to imitate the natural. The CDC underwing has excellent floatant properties, and the whiting coq de leon over wing has the exact coloration of the natural. Lastly, the thorax of peacock and midge saddle hackle causes this pattern to float low in the water, which leaves it vulnerable to a waiting trout. Cast this pattern just above rising trout and let the fly dead-drift toward the rise form.

If you are not raising fish, try a size smaller or larger. Or alternatively, impart some very subtle movement on your fly with slight wiggles of a raised rod tip. Ideally, you don’t want to do much more than twitch the fly. Often trout key in on fly movement and this technique can mean the difference between a take and a refusal. Pattern recipe Hook: Daiichi 1100, size 1618 or Tiemco 100 Thread: 16/0 veevus Training Shuck: Caddis amber zylon Abdomen: Dark olive goose or turkey biot Under Wing: Natural CDC puff in dark dun Over Wing: Whiting coq de leon hen feather fibers Thorax: Natural peacock Hackle: Whiting dark dun midge saddle (undersized by 1-2 hook sizes) Tying instructions and steps are in video form, and can be found on the Sunriver Anglers Facebook page at https://www. facebook.com/SunriverAn glers/ or at the following YouTube URL: https://youtu.be/

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fishing. With his new outfit in tow, Williamson hit the Fall River, and a life-long love affair with fly fishing was born. While teaching in the Sandy School District in 1983, he got his start in the fly fishing industry at Stewart’s Custom Tackle. During that time he taught beginning to advanced fly tying classes. He also instructed fly fishing seminars. During those seminars Williamson conducted in-store demonstrations on knot tying, entomology, reading streams, and co-taught the on-the-river portion, which covered instruction on casting and general fishing techniques. Since these early days, Williamson continues to speak on this great pastime at fly clubs and fly fishing shows throughout the Pacific Northwest and Montana. He has presented at the Portland Sportsman Show and at the Northwest Fly Tyer and Fly Fishing Expo in Albany. Come enjoy the evening with Williamson. He is an exciting, knowledgeable speaker with an impressive background.

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Over the years he has learned many lessons, one of which is that learning must be relevant and fun. “As a retired educator/professor I take great pride in my teaching and instruction in all phases of fly fishing, fly casting and fly tying. I feel a great sense of accomplishment when I see my students cast their first cast, catch their first fish on a lake or river, or tie a fly that they use to catch fish,” said Williamson. “I have developed a technique to teaching that provides students with instructional methods that build on skill after skill. This approach, no matter what area, builds on each skill moving you to the next skill until you have the ability to perform that activity that you set out to accomplish. The joy of learning is a powerful motivator.” At a young age, Williamson received a JC Higgins fly rod outfit from his father who introduced the youngster to fly of ork TS w IS the

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Discover Your Forest, in collaboration with the Deschutes National Forest and Mt. Bachelor, is starting their annual winter snow programs at the ski area. The programs allow visitors to snowshoe or ski or snowboard Mt. Bachelor slopes with a ranger. All interpretive programs focus on the ecology, geology and wildlife of the Cascades. Snowshoe programs run through March 31. Interested participants will meet at the U.S. Forest Service snowshoeing hut located at Mt. Bachelor’s West Village at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on weekends and school break weekdays. Tours last 90 minutes and snowshoes are provided for the tour. No prior experience is needed. Participants must be 10 years or older and should dress appropriately for cold weather. On weekends now through March 31 an interpretive ski and snowboard tour will be offered on Mt. Bachelor’s groomed runs. The tour, which lasts an hour, begins at 2 p.m. Participants are responsible for having lift tickets and appropriate equipment as well as basic riding skills. While both programs are free, donations are suggested to help nonprofit Discover Your Forest continue to provide educational programming and volunteer support to the Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests and the Crooked River National Grassland. Reservations are not required for individual participants. Group tours for schools, youth or other organizations may be scheduled for weekdays. To make a reservation for a school group or organization call the number below. If you have any questions, contact Karen Gentry, Discover Your Forest’s director of education at 541-383-4771 or check the snowshoe/ski with a ranger hotline at 541- 383-4055 for up-to-date tour information.

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SRWC hosting a variety of outdoor winter activities sunriver women’s club

www.sunriverwomensclub.com We may have had a late start to winter, but you can get an early jump on 2017 — a new, untouched, fresh start that is full of things that have never been. When making your new year’s resolutions, please add expanded involvement in the SRWC and taking in all that our wonderful community has to offer. –Cheers, Stephanie and Corinne, SRWC co-presidents Programs and luncheons New year, new you. Join us Jan. 17 for lunch at Crosswater Grille. The featured speaker will be professional organizer Patty Pierson. Check-in is 11:30 a.m., cost is $20. Deadline for reservations is Jan. 13. RSVP to srwcprograms@ gmail.com. January birthday luncheon Dorothy Theodorson will host this month’s birthday lunch. Look forward to an invite if your birthday is in January. Coats for Kids January is often our coldest month of the year. This is also the final month of the SRWC drive to collect coats, snow pants, boots, sweatpants, gloves and hats for the children

in need in Deschutes County. Please contact Patty Pitera with questions or for donation pickup. Monetary donations allow us to purchase specific items the schools request. Make checks payable to SRWC, PO Box 3334, Sunriver, OR 97707, with a check notation “Coats for Kids.” Thank you for helping to allow all children to stay warm and play in the snow. Lunch with friends Need a winter break? Relax and join us Jan. 9 in the Crescent Room at SHARC from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring a brown bag lunch and beverage. Come and bring a friend. If you haven’t been before or are new to the area, this is a good time to meet other SRWC club members. If you need transportation, please let us know and we’ll be happy to give you a ride. Contact Valerie Wood or Barb Wymetalek. Dinner club Eastern European is the theme for the January/February dinners. Diners will gather at nine private homes to enjoy preparing and sharing a meal. It’s a time for making new friends, visiting with old friends and being creative around a theme. Contact srwc

dinnerclub@gmail.com for more information. Winter fun Ice skate every Friday at 11 a.m. at Sunriver Village ice skating rink. Enjoy lunch or coffee in after in The Village at Sunriver. Jan. 10: Beginner snowshoeing or cross country skiing on the Woodland golf course. Leaders: Val Wood and Bonnie Campbell. Jan. 12: Full moon snowshoe (or hike) and chili feed. Meet at Mary McCallum Park at 5 p.m. Bring your headlamp or flashlight, poles and snowshoes (or boots if muddy rather than snowy). Guests, spouses and significant others are welcome. Leaders: Gina Rosbrook and Laura Sherar. Jan. 18: Ranger-led snowshoe tour on Mt. Bachelor. Meet at Wallows (by Second Tern) at noon to carpool. Tour begins at 1 p.m. at West Village. Snowshoes provided for free. Donations to the Rangers program are appreciated. Have hot chocolate at the Nordic Center cafe afterwards. Guests, spouses and significant others are welcome. Leaders: Laurel Brennan and Patty Pitera. Jan. 25: Cross country ski if new snow, snowshoe if old

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Aluminum: Clean cans and foil Tin cans: Clean Glass bottles & jars: Clean, no lids Corrugated cardboard/brown bags: All boxes must be FLATTENED and placed in cardboard recycle bin Mixed paper: Junk mail, envelopes, white/colored paper, computer paper, tin can labels, wrapping paper, newspapers, magazines & catalogs Paperboard*: Cereal, cracker & shoe boxes, soda/beer cartons, paper egg cartons, paper towel tubes Plastic: Bottles. Plastic butter/yogurt tubs/sour cream/cottage cheese 6 oz or larger only. Remove lids (discard) & rinse clean

snow, hike if no snow. Meet at 10:30 a.m. at circle 7 to do the Sun Lava Trail to Benham Falls. Bring lunch. Leaders: Pat Arnold and Patty Klascius.

Membership Open to all women in Sunriver and the surrounding communities. Active memberships are $20 and an Associate membership is $35. Applications are available on our website, www.sunriver womensclub.com. For more information, contact srwc membership@gmail.com.

Philanthropy The Sunriver Women’s Club is now accepting applications for their 2017 philanthropy grant awards. Successful grant recipients are nonprofit agencies or organizations that serve the South Deschutes County community. Application deadline is Jan. 31. The grant application is on our website at www.sunriverwomensclub. com. For information, contact Cheryl Storm, philanthropy committee chair, srwcphilan thropy@gmail.com.

Fred Meyer Rewards You can help the SRWC earn donations every time you shop by linking your Fred Meyer Rewards Card to the SRWC at www.fredmeyer.com/communityrewards. Search by our name, “Sunriver Women’s Club,” or by our nonprofit number 94516. As always, you will still earn your rewards points, fuel points and rebates.

Art fair applications open Artists can start applying for the 2017 Sunriver Art Fair on www.zapplication.org. Deadline for applications is March 3. Keep up-to-date with the Sunriver Art Fair on Facebook, www.facebook.com/Sunriver ArtFair

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Please be aware of Sunriver’s guidelines for holiday decorations. Decorations should be taken down within 30 days following the holiday. – Thank you SROA’s Community Development Department

No pie tins, foil wrapping paper or wrapping ribbon No styrofoam or packing peanuts No ceramics, plates or cups, baking dishes, Pyrex, light bulbs, mirrors or window glass No slick or wax coated cardboard pizza boxes No confetti-style paper shreds; paper strips OK No chip bags, plastic bags or food to go or doggie boxes No dirty bottles or cans, rusty cans, paint or aerosol cans. No lids from jars or bottles

*Paperboard items can go in with the regular recycling while corrugated cardboard (ie: shipping type boxes) must be FLATTENED and placed in the cardboard recycle bin.

Please Do Not Dump Garbage! Depositing anything other than the YES items may result in the entire load going into the landfill and none of it recycled!

Recycle Center Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily

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Winter weather awareness in the Pacific Northwest Winter in the Pacific Northwest can be quite hazardous, with snow and ice in the mountains or heavy rains on the coast. All areas of the Pacific Northwest have experienced nearly every type of winter weather possible, from blizzards to ice, from flooding rains to biting cold. Heavy snow in the mountains is important for the skiing industry, and for filling reservoirs. However, these storms also produce travel dangers and life-threatening conditions. Wind, in combination with the snow, can cause reduced visibility and deep snow drifts. Along with the heavy snow comes an avalanche threat in areas of steep terrain. In valley locations, temperatures may be near freezing during the day, but after the storm passes, temperatures plummet causing wet roadways to become ribbons of black ice. In some valleys, cool air trapped near the surface remains below freezing, causing glaze ice or freezing rain. All of these hazards are forecast ahead of time by local National Weather Service forecast offices. Winter storm watches are generally issued 1 to 3 days

“When winter storms threaten, avoid travel if at all possible. Road crews work hard to keep roads open; stuck cars only make their job harder.” –National Weather Service prior to the storm’s arrival. Winter storm warnings and ice storm warnings are issued within a day and sometimes two day’s warning. • Winter Storm Warnings: Issued when any combination of freezing rain, sleet, wind and/or heavy snow occurs over an area that is expected to cause significant widespread damage. Snow amounts required for winter storm warnings vary, given the terrain and location. For low lying areas, which normally receive very little snow, only 2 to 4 inches of snow is required for a winter storm warning. On the other hand in mountainous areas, where nearly every storm brings at least 6 inches of snow, 8 to 10 inches (or more) of snow is required for a warning. A winter storm warning means that road crews will have difficulty keeping roads open and snow free, making travel

difficult at best, and impossible at worst. • Blizzard Warnings: While rather common for the plains states, blizzard or near blizzard conditions can occur in the Pacific Northwest. The National Weather Service defines a blizzard as a combination of wind that is 35 mph or stronger accompanied by snow with visibilities frequently below one-quarter of a mile. • Ice Storm Warnings: Are infrequent in the Pacific Northwest but can be extremely dangerous when they occur. Across interior locations, valley locations will have temperatures below freezing when a warm winter storm blows overhead. Rain falling out of the storm passes through the sub-freezing air near the surface and freezes on contact with objects. These conditions cause trees to snap, power lines to fall, and make roads nearly impossible to navigate. • Avalanche Warnings: Issued by avalanche centers around the Pacific Northwest. These warnings are issued when there is a significant threat of avalanches, possibly affecting mountain roadways and other

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high country interests. With the popularity of winter sports, avalanches pose a great risk to skiers, hikers and snowmobilers. The risk is very real, as people die each year when sudden avalanches bury them. Avalanches typically occur during or just after snowstorms and most occur on a slope of 30 to 45 degrees. Wait

36 hours after a big snowstorm to allow the snow to settle. In times of severe weather, all National Weather Service messages are available via NOAA Weather Radio, local media, through NOAA’s National Weather Service websites and Facebook. –Source: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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You buy a book off the internet rather than from a locally-owned bookstore. That bookstore has to lay off three people to help make ends meet. With fewer local jobs workers must drive farther to find employment, increasing their carbon footprint. An increase in commute costs result in their less overall spending on shopping, dining out, etc. Bookstore forced to close due to lack of patrons and a steady revenue stream. The local accountant who did the bookkeeping also closes as clientele move their shops to higher-traffic locations. Vacant stores start to riddle the community, forcing residents and visitors to start shopping and living elsewhere. Property values start to plummet along with a now floundering community.

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Last chance to view Ansel Adams exhibit BEND – Join the High environmental refugees and Desert Museum for a variety of the potential implications for events through January, includ- Oregon and the High Desert ing your last opportunity to region. 7 p.m. (doors open at view the photographic works of 5:30 p.m.). Food and beverage Ansel Adams. The museum is sales in Father Luke’s Room located about 15 minutes north help support this popular lecof Sunriver off Highway 97. ture series. Seating is limited Visit www.highdesertmuseum. and RSVP is required. Free. At or or call 541-382-4754. McMenamins Old St. Francis • Jan. 6, Ladies’ Night Out: School, 700 NW Bond St., An Evening of Music and Bend. RSVP: highdesertmu Cowgirl poetry. Grab your seum.org/rsvp boots and a girlfriend, and • Jan. 11-12, Backpack Exenjoy a night of cowgirl poetry, plorers: Fish Tales, 10–11 a.m. music and libations. Poets El- Members $10 per child, nonlen Waterston, Jessica Hedges members $15 per child, plus and Carolyn Dufurrena will museum admission for accomshare their poems about the panying adult. Pre-registration joys and challenges of ranch- and pre-payment required: ing and life in the West. 6-8 highdesertmuseum.org/back p.m. No-host bar. Members pack-explorers $5, non-members $10. RSVP: • Jan. 14, Thorn Hollow highdesertmuseum.org/rsvp String Band: Stomp your feet �� • Jan. 8, exhibition closing: and do-si-do to the pioneer�� Ansel Adams: �� Masterworks inspired tunes of the frontier. �� photography�� exhibit. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. �� • Jan. 10, Natural Histo• Jan. 14, Mining Day: Stake �� a claim, pan for gold and have ry Pub: Environmental Mi�� authenticated grations: Disasters, Climate your earnings �� indoor placer mine �� and Change and �� the Rise in Refu- in our �� boomtown. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. gees: Environmental migrants �� $2 are expected to increase as Museum admission, plus�� climate change causes more per “miner.” �� • Jan. 16, Kid Camp, Someextreme environmental condi�� tions. Join Dr. Elizabeth Ma- thing’s Fishy:�� From guppies�� to �� rino, assistant�� professor of Angoliaths, fish come in all shapes �� thropology at�� OSU-Cascades, and sizes. Study the trout �� and �� to learn about the complexities sturgeon that live in High Des�� of environmental migration, ert rivers and compare them

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with sharks of long ago. What traits do they share? Can you find one fish, two fish, a red fish and a blue fish? Members $40, non-members $45. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Extended care: 7:45-9 a.m. and/or 3-5:15 p.m., $10; both morning and afternoon, $15. • Jan. 18-19, Backpack Explorers. Go Batty for Bats, 10-11 a.m. Members $10 per child, non-members $15 per child, plus Museum admission for accompanying adult. Preregistration and pre-payment required: highdesertmuseum. org/backpack-explorers • Jan. 19, Biodiversity Begins With A Bee: “Beelieve” it or not, there are nearly 4,000 species of native bees in North America. Dr. Jerry Freilich, a renowned entomologist who recently retired as Olympic National Park’s research co-

ordinator, will explain the importance of bees and why they are a challenge to study. 6 p.m. No-host bar. Members $3, non-members $7. RSVP: highdesertmuseum.org/rsvp • Jan. 21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. free admission day. • Jan. 25-26, Backpack Explorers, There’s Gold: 10–11 a.m. Members $10 per child, non-members $15 per child, plus Museum admission for accompanying adult. Pre-registration and pre-payment required: highdesertmuseum. org/backpack-explorers. • Jan. 28, Exhibition opening: World War II: The High Desert Home Front • Jan. 28, Stomping with Snowshoes: Don’t let a little snow slow down your family adventures in the woods! Take a tour of the Deschutes National Forest with a Museum

educator and a naturalist from Discover Your Forest. Enjoy a walk in the woods to learn how plants and animals survive the cold winters, and why the regional geography encourages snowfall. Transportation and snowshoes are provided. Best suited for ages 7+. 9:30 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 • Jan. 28, Museum and Me: A time for children and adults with physical, cognitive and/ or social disabilities to enjoy the High Desert Museum after hours. Explore the museum’s newest exhibitions or revisit your favorites. 4-7 p.m. Free. RSVP: highdesertmuseum. org/rsvp

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Celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary, Renee and Don Wright visited Key West following a cruise through the Panama Canal.

A group of Sunriverites traveled to Sicily and Italy together. Photographed on Mt. Etna, left to right: Bobbie McConnell, Carter McConnell, Kathy Imper, Jackie Lefor, Sid Caba, Moe Caba, Dick Lefor, Jeannie Thorn, Dick Imper, Vicki Doerfler and Doug Doerfler.

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Events & Programs @ SHAR

For the full SHARC AQUATIC SCHEDULE visit sunriversharc.com

Indoor Aquatics & Outdoor member with a current ID card, up SHARC includes tubing hill. to 4 guests may receive 60% off Tubing only: $10 per person or Adult Hot Tub Monday-Thursday: 10am-7:30pm Friday-Saturday: 10am-8:30pm Sunday: 10am-5:30pm SROA Member Guest Admission When accompanied by a SROA

SHARC public admission seasonal pricing. Member guests may also use the fitness center when accompanied by the member for an additional $3 fee. Daily general admission to

five run punch pass that can be shared. Special tubes are provided. No personal sleds or tubes allowed. Riders must be at least 4 years old and able to ride alone.

her objective for each of her clients is exactly the same. Experience for yourself the skill with which Verly guides you toward your best self. Allow her to customize a fitness plan specific to your personal goals and lifestyle. Kickstart your new year with a free fit- Kelly Verly ness assessment for SROA members. In just 30 minutes Verly can evaluate your current

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SHARC fitness classes SROA NEWS – Kelly Verly is a National Academy of Sports Medicine certified trainer, a certified TRX trainer, and a transition lifestyle certified weight management coach. Her specialties include strength and endurance training, as well as weight management. In addition to competing in fitness competitions, Verly “walks the walk” in her own fitness endeavors. Whether it’s through strength training, biking, snowboarding or even trail running with her dogs, Verly believes in remaining active in a way that fits into her schedule. As Verly is truly passionate about improving her clients’ quality of life,

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2017 Member Preference Program fitness level and set up your goals for reaching the fitness level you want to achieve for 2017. SROA members can call 208-501-4018 to schedule an assessment. Verly’s fitness classes are held in the Crescent room at SHARC at 9:30-10:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Classes are available to SROA members only with a valid Member Preference card. Space is limited.

By SROA Member Services SROA NEWS – The Member Preference program will remain $50 per member for 2017. The annual membership year runs from Feb. 1, 2017 through Jan. 31, 20178however, you are welcome to renew now. You can come in-person to the Member Services office located at SHARC between 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily or call during those same hours to renew your membership. But, did you know you can also renew your 2017 Member Preference cards online? While we love the personal interaction and opportunity to serve you in person, we know that being able to renew online at any time of day or night is a convenient option for many. The Sunriver Owners Association uses a system called, ActiveNet as the registration platform for Member Preference membership, Adventure Camp, tennis and pickleball court reservations and swim

lessons. Once you have an account, you can register for any of these options throughout the membership year. To get started, go to www. sunrivermemberpreference. com, which will take you directly to ActiveNet. At this point, if you already have an account, simply login and get started. If you are new to ActiveNet, select the “Create an Account” option. From here you will be guided through a step-by-step process of getting registered for your new ActiveNet account. Now what? Once you have completed all the required fields for the registration process, you will receive an email confirming your account request was received. SROA Member Services staff will then confirm ownership status and approve your new account. This step may take up to two days, although we try to check Turn to Preference, page 23

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Chill Out: K9 Keg Pull returns The Sunriver Brewing Company annual K9 Keg Pull returns to The Village at Sunriver on Saturday, Feb. 4 from 12 to 3 p.m. The Sunriver Brewing Company K9 Keg Pull is a lighthearted competition for canine of all sizes and breeds. Whether you own

a dog or not you won’t want to miss this fun filled event the entire family will enjoy. The K9 Keg Pull is the premier event for the Sunriver Chill Out. This two-day, winter-themed event is a collaboration between the recreation department of the Sunriver

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process but once your account is created it will make all your future online registrations and reservations quick and convenient. Please note that the 20 complimentary guest passes must still be picked at the Member Services desk during office hours. Of course, if you have any questions about the process or need assistance, give us a call at the Member Services office at 541-585-3147.

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requests daily. Once your account has been approved, you will receive another email confirming that your new ActiveNet account is ready to be used. It will also contain a link that conveniently takes you back to the ActiveNet registration platform to make any reservations or registrations you wish to make at that time. This may seem like a bit of a

Owners Association, The Village at Sunriver and Alpine Entertainment. Friday night kicks off with a Glo-Skate event at the village ice rink. Saturday’s K9 Keg Pull is followed on Saturday night with Black Light Blast tubing at SHARC from 6 to 8 p.m. Space is limited for tubing, and reservations are required by calling 541585-3147. For the keg pull, dogs are placed in categories based on their weight, and proTHE REAL ESTATE EXPERT YOUR FRIENDS RECOMMEND! Ginny Kansas-Meszaros Principal Broker Accredited Buyer Specialist Certified Residential Specialist ginny.m.kansas@gmail.com

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vided with a harness and an empty keg (the size of the keg is based on the weight of the dog). Dogs are then timed as they dash down a 150-foot snow runway in the parking lot next to building 5 and the Sunriver Brewhouse. At the end of the race awards will be given to the “fastest Fido” in each weight category. Dog owners are encouraged to participate by motivating their dog down the length of the course. Some have found clever ways to get their dog to the finish line, including using treats or squeaky toys; while others run alongside their dog. As the title sponsor, Sunriver Brewing Company will be on hand pouring delicious craft beer from their patio and offering food in the pub. The entry fee is $15 per dog; with proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society Bark for Life. K9

related vendors will be on hand to add to the fun. Pre-registration will guarantee your dog a spot in the race. Go to www.villageatsunriver.com/events, click on K9 Keg Pull, and then click Register. Participants and spectators are encouraged to donate dog food and enter to win some great prizes. The dog food will be donated to the Humane Society of Central Oregon. For more information go to www.villageatsunriver. com or email events@al pine-entertainment.com Management and Consulting for Homeowner & Condominium Associations & Projects 25 Years Management Experience in Central Oregon

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Open auditions scheduled for Jan. 5

Sunriver Art Fair one of ‘Top 50 Art Fairs’ Sunriver Art Fair is a winner in the fourth annual America’s Best Art Fair Awards competition. Named as one of “America’s Top 50 Art Fairs,” the Sunriver Art Fair is recognized as one of the finest juried art fairs in the country. Sponsored by ArtFairCalendar. com, the No. 1 website for art fair event listings, the 2016 online survey opened voting beyond the traditional “art fair insiders” such as artists and show staff to focus on voting by art fair patrons, art collectors and the public that attends art shows and festivals nationwide. “Sunriver Art Fair has always been popular among art fair

lovers in the Sunriver area, but our fourth annual national Best Art Fairs Awards survey proves that both art collectors and artists nationwide love it, too,” said Connie Mettler, publisher of ArtFairCalendar.com. “We’re happy to give a ‘Favorite Small Town Art Fairs Award’ to Sunriver Art Fair today.” “We’re very pleased at this recognition of Sunriver Art Fair by ArtFairCalendar.com’s ‘Best Art Fair Awards,’ ” said Sandra Lassen, art fair director. “We have a great team of volunteers who work hard every year to produce this important cultural event that brings so much art, business, and cultural activity to the Sunriver

community.” The eighth annual Sunriver Art Fair will be held Aug. 11-13. This three-day juried event showcases more than 60 artists in The Village at Sunriver. There will be live professional entertainment all three days, an art center for young artists to try out their skills, and food for purchase at the Sunriver village restaurants. Sponsored by the Sunriver Women’s Club, all proceeds earned by the club from application and booth fees help support nonprofits in Central Oregon. Complete information on the 2017 Sunriver Art Fair can be found online at www.sunriver artfair.com.

The Sunriver Stars Community Theater (SSCT) has scheduled an open audition for Jan. 5 at The Door (56870 Venture Lane in the Sunriver Business Park across from Three Rivers School). SSCT will host an open house with snacks and beverages at 5:30, then auditions begin at 6 p.m. SSCT is pleased to collaborate with The Door in this community venture. They see this as a service to the community, and SSCT benefits in a much lower bottom line, thereby being able to contribute to the opportunities available for the performing arts for the children in the area, which has been curtailed in the recent past, due to our rental costs. Auditions are open to everyone. The play is called, “Nana’s Naughty Knickers,” a farcical comedy written by Katherine Disavino. It will be directed by Ron Pugh (replacing Renee Owens) and will run five dates in March (which is a slight change from what was previously announced. See dates below). If you enjoyed last year’s popular show, “Drinking Habits,” then “Nana’s Naughty Knick-

ers” will be a must see. “We’re very excited about this production,” said Pugh. “We think it will bring a lot of laughs to the audience, and will be a lot of fun for the cast and crew,” he added. “If you’ve ever thought about trying out for a play, this is your chance. We are always eager to find new talent,” Pugh said. Come be a part of Nana’s naughty behavior. Will she be arrested? Or worse, will she be evicted? The play requires up to 12 men and women of various ages. Rehearsals will start on Jan. 10, and run Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each week until the show opens on March 10. Show dates will be March 10-11 and March 12 (matinee) followed by additional shows on March 17-18. We hope to see you at the auditions. SSCT is also always looking for volunteers off-stage. We welcome help in all aspects of production, especially those with lighting and sound skills. Even if you’ve never been involved in theater, there is always something you can do to help and then who knows, you just might be the next star.

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Edco hires tech industry coordinator, Sunriver/ La Pine Area economic development manager Steve Parnell, Sunriver/La Pine area economic development manager In this role, Parnell will be responsible for executing the plans and programs of business retention, expansion and recruitment within the La Pine

Economic Development for Central Oregon (EDCO) is pleased to announce the hiring of Teri Hockett as tech industry coordinator and Steve Parnell as Sunriver/La Pine Area economic development manager. Teri Hockett, tech industry coordinator In this role, Hockett will be responsible for helping businesses grow, network and prosper by providing leadership, administration and event planning, and training to support the tech and bioscience industry clusters. Hockett moved to Bend from the Bay Area in 2015. A business professional with strong leadership and a versatile skill set, Hockett has experience as a recruiter, office manager, and Founder/CEO (What’s For Work). As a career strategist and national speaker for What’s For Work, she worked with clients, both corporate and startup, to craft their brands, grow market share, gain clarity, coordinate marketing events, and create business opportunities. “Teri’s recent experience, initiative and internal drive

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to build strength in tech and bioscience made her a clear choice for this role,” said Roger Lee, EDCO executive director. “Her proven ability to create a community that encourages members to work together, inspire and help each other is exactly what these industry clusters are looking for.” Hockett has a Bachelor of Science in agriculture from California Polytechnic State University and has also taken graduate business courses from California State University Hayward. In her free time, she enjoys many of the outdoor activities that Bend has to offer – hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, paddle boarding, snowshoeing and snowboarding.

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and Sunriver communities and assisting in creating and retaining employment in south Deschutes County. Additionally, Parnell is responsible for working with area leaders to assist in projects, initiatives and activities that directly or indirectly make the community an easy, cost effective and friendly place to do business. Prior to this position, Parnell spent 11 years teaching

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familiar with the opportunities and challenges of the area,” said Lee. “He’s already integrated into the community and that will be a huge asset to capitalize on South County’s economic potential.” Parnell has a Bachelor of Arts in business administration from Point Loma Nazarene University and an MA in Teaching from George Fox University. He was a past member of the Oregon Future Business Leaders of America state advisory board, Oregon Career Technical Educators and a past national member of Project Management Institute. In his free time, Parnell enjoys the Oregon Coast, Broadway plays, local theatre, his sons’ bands, getaways with his wife, and church. BBSI conducted a professional search on behalf of EDCO for the technology industry coordinator position, while Express Employment Professionals conducted the search for the La Pine/south county manager. In both cases, a hiring committee representing different community and business perspectives reviewed and interviewed the finalists. “I want to thank both Eric Strobel and Sarah Lindsey of Turn to Edco, page 34

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Sunriver Service District December meeting summary public safety The Sunriver Service District Managing Board held its regular meeting on Dec. 15, 2016. Board members present: Jim Wilson, Bob Nelson, Jim Fister, Mark Johnson and via phone, Greg Keller. SSD staff present: Marc Mills, Art Hatch, Debbie Baker, Andrea Benedetto. Public input -None. Financial report Year-to-date as of Nov. 30, 2016: Resources………7,431,701 Police: Wages & Benefits.. .....553,134

Materials &Services....79,025 (estimated/unaudited). –Approved severing ties Bike Patrol....................85,053 with previous attorney (who moved to a different Fire: Wages & Benefits.......691,908 firm) to utilizing Deschutes Materials &Services...128,086 County’s general counsel Non-departmental......19,658 when needed. –Approved, with corrections, guidelines for adBoard actions: –Approved minutes of ministrative staff coverage the Nov. 17, 2016 SSD to ensure that either the regular meeting with minor fire or police chief is always available in the event of an clarification. –Approved SROA month- emergency. –Approved update to emly invoice in the amount of ployee handbook to comply $15,917.68. –Approved 2017 liability with whistleblower law goinsurance coverage through ing into effect Jan. 1, 2017. SDIS. –Approved the November Board discussion: –Fire Chief Hatch gave 2016 financial statement

an update on the fire training facility, including a timeline for completion. If all goes as planned, preliminary work will begin after the first of the year and the facility completed in June. – Di s c u s s e d t h e 2 0 1 7 SSD managing board calendar of what needs to be done and when throughout the year. –Jan. 19 is the set date to review the first draft of the SSD budget. Chief reports: Fire: –In November, there were 39 calls for the Sunriver Fire Department, which included 14 EMS calls, 2 motor vehicle accidents, 3 medical assists, 1 fire and 10 public service assistance calls. –Community outreach included participating in Wonderland Express at Sunriver Resort; assist in collecting/loading/packaging food for the Christmas Basket Sharing program; CPR class for Mt. Bachelor Day Care and others. –Researching grant opportunities for Emergency Op e r a t i o n s C e n t e r e n hancements. Police: – I n N o v e m b e r, t h e

Sunriver Police Department received 973 calls for service, 33 of which were emergencies. Officers investigated 17 cases, 27 suspicious persons or p row l e r s , 5 l o s t / f o u n d properties, made 16 speeding traffic stops, provided 268 community-policing responses and 22 violations of SROA Rules & Regulations. –Officers received training on tactical tourniquets, building searching and active shooter update instructor course. –Officers participated in the following community events: Coffee with a Cop in November; Rotary Club presentation; traffic control for the Resort’s Grand Illumination ceremony and others. –Brice Winters, Karin Porter, Taylor Ross and Tanner Combs graduated officer reserve training. The meeting adjourned at 3:53 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 19, 3 p.m. at the Sunriver Fire Station Training Room, 57475 Abbot Drive in Sunriver. Approved meeting minutes are posted to www.sunriv ersd.org as available.

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Community service recognized By Bob Hann At the annual Citizen Patrol Holiday potluck on Dec. 7 in the Pines Clubhouse, Sunriver Police Chief Marc Mills presented the first ever Sunriver Outstanding Community Officer of the Year Award to senior officer Tiffany Hughes. Former Citizens Patrol chair Larry Buzan presented the Citizens Patrol Volunteer of the Year award to husband and wife members Dick and Debbie Brissenden. Buzan cited the many hours the Brissendens have spent participating in Citizens Patrol activities. Their award included names on a perpetual plaque and Burger King style crowns for the evening. Chief Mills explained the purpose of the officer award and how Hughes came SUNRIVER SCENE •

to be the first recipient. Her award also included a perpetual plaque. Use of the Pines Clubhouse was donated by Vacations International and provided the group with a warm holiday venue for presentation of the awards.

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Both award plaques will be displayed in the Sunriver Police Department. At the event several invited guests were also introduced, including Fred Cliff and his wife Jenny, Cheryl and Dick Fellers, police chaplain Pastor Layman Flenner and his wife Jan, and Lee and Lynn Schaefer.

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SUNRIVER POLICE LOG Selected log entries from the Sunriver Police 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

Volunteer writer Kathie Thatcher puts her humorous spin on the monthly logs provided by the Sunriver Police Department. This is only a sampling of the month’s total call log. 11/4 - RP found a deer carcass. Public Works to the rescue. 11/7 - RP called to report an internet scam using Facebook “buy, sell, trade” groups. Suspects are offering to sell a vehicle at a low price and are using a fake “Amazon Protection” service to bolster the legitimacy. 11/10 - Conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for improper display of validating stickers. The operator had a misdemeanor warrant for his arrest. He was taken to DCJ. 11/11 - RP on Acer Lane reported a possible cougar sighting. It was determined to be raccoons. 11/12 - RP on Maury Mtn. reported that his car and several trees had been TPd. The perps then proceeded to “ding dong ditch” him. He stated he heard a group of rambunctious kids in the area earlier. 11/13 - Noise complaint at rental on White Elm. The responsible individual was advised of the rules and regulations concerning noise and that if we had to come back he would be cited. We were called back the following night and observed a woman outside yelling. A male came to the door and yelled back at her. They continued to talk loudly as they went back inside the house. We also noted loud music. The same individual from the previous night was contacted, issued a citation and advised about his court date.

Cold = heat = potential fire hazard By Jim Bennett, Sunriver Fire It’s that time of year when we all work to combat the cold with heat. There’s nothing better than coming in from a cold winter day to a warm and toasty house. The only way to make it better would be with the wonderful aroma of home baked cookies and other yummy holiday treats. With the cold, comes the need for heat, whether it is to warm us from the chill of a cold winter day or the ambiance of heat and light from candles and fires in the fireplace. Unfortunately, with fire comes danger if not monitored or if used in an unsafe manner. Been a little delayed in the taking down of your Christmas tree? You probably are not alone, but with each day that passes the tree will dry out even further and you run the risk of even the slightest spark from a

11/13 - Homeowner in Tennis Village reported a neighbor taking his firewood. We located the offender who agreed to return the wood. 11/14 - RP found several ID cards on the side of Beaver Drive near the village and brought them into the station. The victim was located and confirmed that his wallet had been stolen from a restaurant in Bend. 11/15 - While at the post office, officer spoke with a mail carrier who passed on information regarding a suspicious vehicle that may have been involved in mail theft in the Lazy River area. The mail carrier said that she had observed the subject messing with mailboxes, but fled upon seeing her approach.

light, a candle or any source of fire to instantly light the tree on fire. In some cases the tree can be fully engulfed in seconds.

An overloaded fireplace can be another source of fire disaster. An oversized fire can put flames far up the flue which could find small holes that normally would not be touched by flames but now allow fire to spread out of the flue. Speaking of fireplaces, having regular chimney cleanings is a must. As fires, especially from certain woods, burn, they deposit oils on the inside of the flue (chimney). As these build up they create a potential for fire up in the flue, which can spread if it finds those holes or separations within the chimney wall. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), between 2009 and 2013, fire departments in the U.S. responded to approximately 9,300 home structure fires that resulted in 86 deaths and $374 million in property damage. This doesn’t mean you should not enjoy a nice candle, but it does mean that close monitoring is important. Imagine a child or family pet inadvertently knocking a lit candle over. What would it land on? Would that one flame

instantly become a roaring inferno? Likewise, some candle fires are caused by candles burned on surfaces that can easily ignite when the candle is forgotten and burns all the way down. Is your smoke alarm working; are the batteries in good shape? Just last month, a person in Bend was saved when their fifth wheel’s smoke alarm sounded and awoke them in time to escape. Had there not been an alarm or depleted batteries, the outcome could have been much different. One may think they will not be surprised by a fire but the sad reality is that all across the country persons have perished because they failed to have a working smoke alarm. According to the NFPA, in three out of five home fire deaths, there was no working smoke alarm in the home. Speaking of heat, some of us prefer to go the electric route with a small space heater to warm the bathroom in the morning or even larger ones to heat an entire house. According to NFPA, 79 percent of fatal home fires involved a space heater. Your heater can be very safe by not placing it near items that can easily combust. The heater should have an automatic turn off if tipped and it’s always best practice to purchase a heater that has been tested by a recognized testing laboratory. Turning the cold into warmth with a little heat is what’s needed during this time of year, but take time for appropriate precautions so that heat does not create more than just a little warmth. Jim Bennett is the public information officer for Sunriver Fire and Rescue

11/18 - RP on Siskin Lane reported a female screaming and running through his backyard. UTL. 11/19 - RP reported several people trespassing on the stables/airport property. When he confronted them the male stated that he worked for the stables and was having his senior pictures takes. Officer contacted the alleged trespassers at the stables and they did have permission to be there. 11/22 - Officer dispatched to village ice rink for a verbal dispute. One of the parties was cited and released for harassment. 11/27 - Contacted some subjects who were seen siphoning fuel from vehicles and issued a citation. 11/28 - RP on Alta Lane reported a few items missing from her home. It’s possible that they were taken by her boyfriend before he was evicted. She also stated that it was also possible that the items may have been moved to another place in the house. Page 28

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SRPD provides vacation watch service for vacant Sunriver homes

New study describes distracted driving as an epidemic Sunriver Scene news sources Three-quarters of Oregon drivers in a recent survey admitted to driving while distracted, mostly by engagement with a cell phone. That is just one finding of a study of distracted driving commissioned by the Oregon Department of Transportation and conducted by Southern Oregon University. Nearly 1,600 Oregonians participated in the survey, and most of them – 84 percent – said they feel uncomfortable riding as a passenger with a driver who is distracted. Yet 44 percent admitted to driving distracted with passengers in their vehicle, while 75 percent of respondents admitted to driving distracted when alone in their vehicles. “Our goal is nothing short of a change in cultural norms when it comes to distracted driving,” said Matt Garrett, ODOT director. “We are mobilizing all our assets, putting together a coalition of partners that will use this study and others to help us effectively engage, influence and ultimately change the behavior of Oregon drivers.” Eighty-three percent of respondents agreed that distracted

driving incidents are increasing and believe that stronger laws, better use of technology, and increased awareness are keys to helping address the problem. Specifically, the study revealed that 29 percent of respondents feel there is a need for stronger laws. Currently, the fine for nonhands-free use of a cell phone amounts to $500. The study recommends raising that limit to $1,000. Nearly half believe technology can reduce distraction. Use of technology includes apps that prohibit drivers from using their cell phones while behind the wheel. ODOT crash data reveals that on average, over the five-year period from 2010 to 2014, a distracted driver crash occurred every 2.5 hours and someone received a conviction for using a cell phone while driving every half-hour. In Oregon on average, more than 11 people die in distracted driving crashes each year, and more than 2,800 are injured. “It’s actually very difficult to determine if distraction was the

primary cause of a crash, because people don’t often admit if they were using their cell phones or otherwise distracted,” said Tom Fuller, communications section manager and sponsor of the study. “It’s likely the real numbers are far higher.”

There are a number of ways to keep watch on your Sunriver home when you can’t be there – security cameras, alarm systems, “smart” internet-connected devices, hiring a property management service to come by periodically, or having a neighbor or friend check on the place. Another set of eyes worth considering is the Sunriver Police Department’s “vacation watch” service, also known as a “house check.” House checks are performed by the Sunriver Citizens Patrol, a group of trained volunteers who walk around houses enrolled in the program looking for open doors or broken glass. If anything out of the ordinary is found, Citizens Patrol members call in patrol officers to investigate. Citizens Patrol members will test that doors and windows are locked. Citizens Patrol members do not enter the premises, nor do they identify the interior condition of a residence. The service is free. Interested homeowners merely need to complete and submit a vacation watch form to the Sunriver Police Department. The forms are available at the police department and the Sunriver Owners Association office. Call 541-593-1014 for details.

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Guest authors talk about mud, fudge and Mt. Everest

By Deon Stonehouse, Sunriver Books & Music Saturday, Jan. 14 at 5 p.m. Kate Dyer-Seeley will give a presentation on the latest in her Meg Read series, “First Degree Mudder.” Dyer-Seeley attempts to undergo the same physical challenges in the outdoors as her sleuth, Meg, in order to bring reality in their execution to the story (fortunately Kate is more athletic than Meg). Dyer-Seeley’s husband has been filming these escapades, including the outtakes where things do not go exactly as planned and will share a slide show so we can all enjoy her sacrifices for her art. Meg lives in Portland and is a reporter for an outdoor adventure magazine. The se-

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soon digging up the dirt. As a side note, we have an annual mud event in Sunriver, where contestants leave the field with quite a liberal accumulation of mud. Dyer-Seeley also writes as Ellie Alexander. “Fudge and Jury” is the latest in the series set in Torte, a local bakery based in Ashland, Oregon. The Shakespearean Festival gives Ashland an international identity, but it is also home to the Chocolate Festival. Juliet Capshaw has hopes of winning this year. Evan Rowe, a celebrity chef, is killed by a bite of Juliet’s chocolate cake. Juliet will have to figure out why her cake was so deadly before there is another victim. The series includes lots of tasty recipes. Saturday, Jan. 21 at 5 p.m. we are thrilled to present Leif Whittaker for a presentation and slide show on his memoir, “My Old Man and the

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Mountain.” The mountain is Everest, highest peak in the world. Whittaker’s gifted writing makes this book special. He has a happy go lucky style that makes the reader feel as if you are listening to a good friend. Whittaker started climbing in his teens. For a climber of a certain caliber, the pull of Everest is seductive. This mountain is a dangerous love, the corpses of many are held on Everest. There are many books from climbers who have tackled Everest and about climbers who did not heed Ed Veisturs’ advice; “Getting to the top is optional. Getting down is mandatory.” What sets this story apart is Leif ’s lively writing style and refreshing candor. Whittaker shares the challenges of climbing Everest, with wit and an open, engaging style that fun to read. Whittaker’s father, Jim, was the first American to reach the summit of Everest. He is climbing royalty. A charismatic, virile, steamroller of a man, he casts a long shadow. Leif Whittaker grew up in the shade of that shadow and is open about his conflicts with the legacy of being a Whittaker. He yearns to be known for himself, not a reflection of his father. I do not believe this is going to be a problem for him. Read his book and you will see what I mean. Leif Whittaker has a huge talent; this is a writer to watch. Still young, he is coming to terms with the father he admires and loves, while also finding his way out from under the expectations of being the son of a famous man. Jim Whittaker gave his son the journal of his historic 1963

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Club provides opportunity to share the joy of reading By Deon Stonehouse, Sunriver Books & Music Book Clubs are an excellent way to meet others passionate about reading. Book Clubs meet Mondays; the time has changed this year to 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome, so join us for interesting discussions. On Jan. 2 the My s t e r y B o o k Club discusses “Angels Burning” by Tawni O’Dell. Chief Dove Carnahan loves her job; she is top cop in her hometown, lives a quiet life, and wears her 50 years well. Her past gives her some notoriety. Murder is rare in rural Pennsylvania. When Dove was a teenager, her mother, a stunner with poor taste in men, was brutally murdered. It was the most shocking crime in her small town until now. A beautiful young girl has been murdered – her body thrown into a fiery sinkhole to burn. While the state police will be

running the show, (they have the staff and the labs) Chief Carnahan will also be heavily involved. The young girl was ambitious, a high achiever

involved her whole family, and now she tried to treat everyone with understanding. Jan. 9 the Fiction Book Club discusses “A Man Called Ove”

headed to college. Her family is not known for high achievers, they are a clan of rednecks and smalltime criminals. While Dove is involved in the current investigation, the man who served thirty years for killing her mother has been released from prison still swearing he is innocent. Both plot lines are skillfully integrated into the story. Dove is a likeable protagonist. I enjoyed the way the story

by Fredrick Backman. Prepare to be charmed by this quirky, heartwarming story. Ove is a man with a lot of rules. There is a right way and a wrong way to do things. Ove prefers doing things right and has no patience for those too clueless not to know the difference. He prizes things that are useful, disdains things that are not. Ove feels he is no longer useful, it is not how he wants to be, but there it is.

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climb to take with him. Leif shares accounts of his father’s climb along with the accounts of his own. It is fascinating, this juxtaposition of the two climbs, father and son. When he reaches the top, his father, along with other climbers who have gone before, seem to be right there with him. Read the account, it is moving. Much more information on both events can be found at sunriverbooks.com. Author events are free and have refreshments and drawings for prizes. Please call 541-5932525, email sunriverbooks@ sunriverbooks.com or stop by Sunriver Books & Music in The Village at Sunriver to sign up to attend.

His wife died and he was forced into retirement, what is left for him? Ove wants to get his affairs in order and kill himself. Is it too much to ask to be left in peace to carry out this plan? Apparently it is. First a new neighbor with no idea how to properly drive a trailer runs over Ove’s mailbox, then a kid leaves a broken bicycle in the common area. It is just one thing after another keeping him from his objective. Soon, much against his wishes, Ove is involved with a scruffy homeless cat, his new neighbor’s many crises, and all sorts of the messy, emotional, parts of life Ove preferred to avoid. Ove is a curmudgeon, quick to judge and slow to tolerate, yet the reader will discover there is humanity and goodness in the man. This is a charming story on the unexpected value of a life. Join us Jan. 16 when the Non-Fiction Book Club dis-

cusses “Between the World and Me” by Ta-Nehisi Coates. Richard Jenkins will lead the discussion. There is raw power in this book, really a letter from a father to a son. Ta-Nehisi Coates is writing to let his 15-year-old son Samori know the realities of the world he is growing up in, the dangers inherent in being a black man. He advises the young man not to buy into the Dream that shelters most white Americans but to recognize that he will always be at risk, lethally so. He recounts how a friend, Prince Jones, from his Howard University days, was killed by police with no consequence to the officer. He observes his son’s stunned reaction to the death of Michael Brown. Police are meant to protect and defend the citizens from harm. Too often in the black community, these very defenders are the harbingers of lethal harm. Coates tells his son about the different opportunities the ages have conferred on black and white. He talks about his hopes and his fears for his son’s future. There is anger in Coates heartfelt writing, a rebuke for a world that would treat his son so differently based solely on the color of his skin.

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Just what I wanted, just what I needed

By Tim Loewen Finally, the holidays are over. Family and friends have gone. The huge Christmas meal is now a distant, but pleasant memory that left us with a tighter waistline. A few leftovers still hide under plastic wrap in the back of the refrigerator. The gifts have all been given and received leaving an empty floor under the tree that waits to be stripped of its ornaments. Used giftwrap fills our garbage cans. Holiday cards are still displayed as a reminder of those who wish their best for us this season. The music on our radio stations has returned to their normal broadcasts. Kids have returned to school after the break sporting new clothes or electronic devices and stories of the many gifts they received. Parents are back to work and their routines of a regular day. Conversations revolve around the holiday experiences of gift giving, a special meal with all of the trimmings including Aunt Sally’s home-baked apple

pie, and the look on the face of a child opening that special gift they have been dreaming of for months. Most of us have very pleasant memories of this

Christmas season. But wait… that’s not everyone’s holiday experience. A single mom who recently lost her spouse has to raise her children alone. A dad who lost his job and still hasn’t been able to find a new one to support the family. A seriously ill child who requires the family’s resources in medical costs. A broken down vehicle. Cold temperatures both indoors and out. Old worn clothing do their best to ward off the chill. Rice and potatoes for yet another meal. For some, the Christmas season has very little to look forward to.

For more than 10 years volunteers in the Sunriver community saw a need to reach out to neighbors not so fortunate, provide a little joy to those down on their luck and offer a little reprieve during an otherwise difficult time. To bring a smile to a child’s face and provide a meal worthy of celebration. A moment of hope in an otherwise unknowing future. As the need was shared throughout our community, events were held, financial contributions were given, goods and services were donated, bags of groceries were purchased and given back for the cause. Children’s gifts and holiday turkeys and hams were bought from local businesses to give to local families. Volunteers gathered to buy, wrap, sort and distribute gifts and food to our neighbors. Giving… now that’s what Christmas is about. More than 65 children received Christmas gifts this year. Traditional holiday meals were provided for over 135 people. More than 100 individuals and

Fun for children at Sunriver library • Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Family Fun: Interactive storytime with songs, rhymes, crafts. 0-5 years. • Jan. 17 and 31, 12 p.m. Animal Adventures: Live animals, stories, crafts with High Desert Museum. 3+ yrs • Jan. 21, 3 p.m. LEGO Block Party: Read! Build! Play! Join other builders and a gazillion LEGOs. All ages. • Jan. 24, 10:30 a.m. Music and Movement: Movement and stories to develop skills. 3-5 years. Information: 541-312-1087 or http://www.deschuteslibrary.org extend our sincere thanks for the contributions of so many individuals, businesses, and groups that went to provide Christmas meals and gifts to deserving children and families in our surrounding community. Here are some of the businesses/groups that provided assistance this year: Three Rivers School, Sunriver Fire Department, Sunriver Owners Association, Sunriver Country Store and Marketplace, Obsidian Hair Spa, Holy Trinity Catholic Church, The Door at Three Rivers Church, Sunriver Christian Fellowship, Sunriver Community Bible Church, Sunriver Library, Sunriver Salon, Sunriver Women’s Club, Sunriver Men’s Club, Sunriver Resort, The Village at Sunriver, Sunriver Virtual Reality, Sunriver Post Office and Sunriver Chamber of Commerce.

groups contributed time, talents, resources and love back to the community, our neighbors, our brothers and sisters, our children. What was it Jesus said? “Love one another as I have loved you.” At one time or another we all fall on troubled times and need someone to show compassion. Who is the greater benefactor? The one who receives or the one who gives? This gift is not limited to a single day each year. A message of hope and life is available to us everyday. Look for the opportunity we have each day to love someone else — offer a friendly greeting, a smile, a handshake, a compliment or a thank you. You know… the things that come from a grateful heart. On behalf of the Sunriver community Christmas Sharing committee we would like to

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Sunriver men’s golf: Courses enjoyed by man and beast By Paul Grieco in April (did I hear someone Golf in Sunriver seems so think “sour grapes”?). long ago, especially as we are We really knew the season under several inches of snow was over when a herd of elk and the forecast is first hoofed their for more snow to way over the Meadcome and more ows in the waning arctic cold. There days of the season is no empathy and then redeposamong the snowited themselves all birds that have alover the Woodlands ready fled south to in November. Some Paul J. Grieco California, Nevada counts of 30 or more and Arizona and elk, including a bull west to Hawaii to play more or two, were reported. golf and enjoy the sunshine Local winter golf nuts did until spring. Let ‘em bask in get in three rounds (at Quail it. We who are left behind Run, at Juniper and at Eagle understand the yin and Crest) in early November yang of winter and spring and that, too, seems long and how to truly appreciate ago. Long ago is measured differences and therefore in this case by the number enjoy golf even more when of times I plowed my drivethe new season opens up way and shoveled snow off here at 4,200 feet sometime walkways and decks… and

I lost count three weeks into December. As the weather improves down-mountain, we will be on the lookout for nicer weather and more winter rounds. Members of the Sunriver Men’s Golf Club, who are not on the winter email list and would like to be included, email me at the address at the end of the article. Changes for 2017 season Speaking of yin and yang, there is always a plus side to consider. The first meeting

of the new administration of Sunriver Men’s Golf Club took place in November. New president Don Wright chaired the meeting, attended by fellow officers VP Dave Buhaly (new), treasurer Scott Brown and secretary Paul Grieco. Other board members present included immediate past president Don Larson, handicap chairman Roger Mink, directors-at-large Tom Woodruff, Dave Hennessy and Mike Hughes (new), and outgoing competition director Greg

translates to extra weeks of play. SRMGC official play day switches to Wednesday (in what has become an annual trade-off with the Women’s Golf Club which moved to Tuesday for 2017).

“O, wind, if winter comes, c an spring be far behind?” ~ Percy Bysshe Shelley, English Romantic Poet, 1792-1822

The establishment of a new Rules Committee was also confirmed. The committee is comprised of Wright, Buhaly, Schultz and a rules expert, in this case USGA certified rules official, Brown. The purpose of the special committee is to oversee any possible breaches of rules or etiquette (egregious). Brown said it was important to stress that it’s the rules – not the committee – that spell out what penalties (if any) to assess for a possible breach including what might lead to a disqualification. While some of the discusPHOTO BY DENNIS WOOD sions might seem esoteric, Bull elk on Woodlands 16th fairway in early November. the formation of the committee was deemed necessary Cotton (his replacement, and helpful to cover difficult and/or ambiguous situations, Frank Schultz was abroad). Good news coming out many of which, under USGA of the meeting is the early Rules and Decisions, are covopening on April 1 (two weeks Turn to Golf, page 35 earlier than 2016), which

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ered for individual play and not teams. Deactivation and reactivation of individual handicaps Dave Hennessy, who oversees SRMGC memberships and acts as liaison with the Oregon Golf Association, alerted the board that all SRMGC memberships and Golf Handicap and Information Network (GHIN) accounts are deactivated on Feb. 28. Only SRMGC members who pay their dues (which include SRMGC membership and OGA handicap maintenance) by Feb. 28 will be immediately reactivated on March 1. Of course one may wait until after March 1 to pay dues, but there will be a lapse in one’s GHIN account and it won’t be accessible to anyone for as long as dues remain unpaid. Once dues are paid, it takes up to two days to reactivate one’s GHIN. This may be especially important for those who play in competitions year-round and whose handicaps need to be active to participate in such events. SRMGC Membership New members are welcome.

According to preliminary data received by NOAA’s National Weather Service in Pendleton, temperatures at Sunriver averaged much warmer than normal during the month of November. The average temperature was 40.4 degrees, which was 6.2 degrees above normal. High temperatures averaged 50.3 degrees, which was 5.6 degrees above normal. The highest was 69 degrees on Nov. 9. Low temperatures averaged 30.6 degrees, which was 6.8 degrees above normal. The lowest was 19 degrees, on Nov. 29. There were 18 days with the low temperature below 32 degrees. Precipitation totaled 1.29 inches during November, which was 1.16 inches below normal. Measurable precipita-

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Sunriver residency is not a re- the Sunriver Men’s Golf Club quirement. Find the SRMGC and may be reached at pjg3sr@ online at www.srmensgolf. gmail.com com. Apply for membership using the Annual Membership Registration tab in the menu (on the lower left side of the home page). For more information email Don Wright, SRMGC president, at dnrwright22@gmail.com or me at the address below. Paul J. Grieco is secretary of

tion – at least .01 inch – was received on 12 days with the heaviest, 0.49 inches reported on Nov. 15. Precipitation this year has reached 15.64 inches, which is 0.34 inches above normal. Since October, the water year precipitation at Sunriver has been 6.52 inches, which is 2.85 inches above normal. Snowfall totaled 1.3 inches. The heaviest snowfall was 0.7 inches reported on Nov. 28. The greatest depth of snow on the ground was 1 inch on Nov. 28. The highest wind gust was 22 mph, which occurred on Nov. 27. The outlook for December from NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center calls for near to below normal temperatures and near to above normal Turn to Weather, page 38

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club’s annual Spring Wine Auction and Community Dinner. Grant request are reviewed twice a year. In December, an additional $5,000 in grants were awarded to three programs: Assistance League of Bend for their South Deschutes program, Three Rivers School’s Family Access Network and to La Pine Park & Recreation. Overall, $30,000 was awarded to 19 different nonprofits in 2016. • Little Deschutes Lodge residents honored: In DeBy Mark Dennett ed to local nonprofits: Since cember Rotary members In this column, we share its founding 20 years ago, delivered flowers to the reswhat local Rotarians, your the Sunriver Rotary Club idents of La Pine’s Little Sunriver friends and neigh- has raised and donated more Deschutes Lodge. Each year bors, are doing to help south than $500,000 to local non- Flowers at Sunriver Village, Deschutes County. profits. The majority of these provides poinsettias decorat• Additional grants award- funds are raised though the ed for Christmas with candy canes to the club at a reduced cost. The club would like to thank the following members for lending a hand: Jami Bartunek, Kim Hafermalz, Ron Schmid, Jeff Ruble, and Laurie Henberg. Thanks Laurie for doing such a great job of organizing this event. Are you or someone you love struggling You can check out photos with alcohol or drug addiction? of this year’s event on the We are here for you. Sunriver Rotary Facebook page (https://www.facebook. REACH OUT FOR A CONFIDENTIAL ASSESSMENT TODAY com/sunriverrotary/) • Would you like to help 310.876.5896 your community more?: The Sunriver Club is always looking for new members that

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• Share your story with rotary: The club is looking for 2017 programs to share with our members at our weekly Wednesday morning meetings. If you would like to be a speaker at a Rotary meeting, please contact me via at Mark@dennettgroup. com or call 541-488-4925.

Celebrating the human-powered winter experience in film REGIONAL EVENT - Grab your winter adventure list and goggles to tune into a night of human-powered winter celebration at the 12th Annual Backcountry Film Festival. Mark your calendars for a screening at Sisters Movie House in Sisters on Jan. 25 or at the Volcanic Theatre Pub in Bend on Jan. 26. The festival is co-hosted by the Boise-based Winter Wildlands Alliance and Discover Your Forest, the local non-profit partner of the Deschutes National Forest. The Backcountry Film Festival is produced each year by Winter Wildlands Alliance as a celebration of the human-powered experience and a gathering place for the backcountry snowsports community. Winter Wildlands Alliance is a nonprofit organization working at the national level to inspire and

educate the backcountry community to protect and care for their winter landscapes. Funds raised at each screening stay in the local community to support human-powered recreation and conservation efforts, winter education and avalanche/safety programs and to raise awareness of winter management issues. Funds raised for Discover Your Forest will go to Project SNOW (Studying Nature Outdoors in Winter), a program dedicated to providing a rich outdoor education experience for over 2,000 kids in Central Oregon. This year’s program includes: • Reflections (3:42) Ben Sturgulewski. The woods in winter can often seem like poetry to the senses. • Lifecycle of a Powderwhore (6:12) KGB Productions. What is a Powderwhore? • AK Girls Way (4:58) Jason Thompson. A memoir for Liz Daley as a consummate mountain guide with an infectious enthusiasm for life. • SnowSchool (7:05) Scott Rulander. Watch the magic of the Winter Wildlands Alliance National SnowSchool program unfold with Selkirk Outdoor Leadership and Education participants. • There on the Periphery (5:12) Jole Wolpert. A midwinter dream. • An Education (9:07) Mike Schirf. Join daughter-father duo, Lilliana and Mike Libecki, on their quest to backcountry ski Antarctica. • Season on the Brink (11:45) Dogy Down Films. Mother Nature is neither for you nor against you. Lessons of a near-fatal accident. • Pace (2:31) Joey Schusler. “The slow passing of time is when I feel most alive.” Brody Leven • The Lost Sierra (7:05) Pups n Suds Productions. A local take on the importance of protecting your home forest. • China, A Skier’s Journey (16:19) Jordan Manley. Skiing, both an exploding middle-class phenomenon as well as a historical means of survival for China. • SnowArtist (5:59) Sindre Turn to Celebrating, page 38

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Cold weather considerations for pets As frigid, below freez freezteming tem peratures and snow Cenhit Cen Oretral Ore gon, the Humane Society of Central Oregon would like to remind people to provide extra care for their pets. • Pets are best kept inside. • Bring your pet inside when the temperatures drop, also

consider the wind-chill factor. • Dogs and cats can get frost bitten ears, nose, and feet if left outside. • Chemicals used to melt snow and ice can irritate paws. Buy “pet safe” ice melters. Wash off paws if pets have walked through chemicals. If your pet must be kept outside: • Provide a dry, elevated dog house with clean dry bedding and a flap over the opening to keep drafts out. Heated pet beds are available.

• Make sure the water bowl does not freeze. Heated water bowls are available. • Outdoor pets need more calories to produce body heat. • Make sure a cat has not crawled under your car seeking shelter and warmth near the engine. Tap on hood before starting the engine. • Booties allow your dog to walk in the snow and prevent injury from ice. • Dog jackets and sweaters are more than fashion, they will keep small, senior and single coated dogs warm.

• Keep antifreeze, salt and other household poisons away from pets. • Watch your pet around heating stoves to prevent burns and dehydration. • Horses, chickens and other livestock need winter care too: - Make sure there is clean, dry bedding. Moist bedding can cause infection. - Make sure water in trough does not freeze. - Have hooves checked and prepared for winter. Protect your pets with preventative care. For more information call the Humane Society of Central Oregon at 541 3823537 or visit hsco.org.

See congregation of bald eagles during Winter Wings Festival KLAMATH FALLS – Bald eagles are among the migratory birds highlighted during the 38th Winter Wings Festival, which will run over four days, Feb. 16-19 during Presidents’ Day weekend. The

primary venue for the event will be the College Union at the Oregon Institute of Technology in Klamath Falls. Winter Wings brings together birders and photographers of all stripes to learn and explore with top-notch professionals and enthusiastic local guides. The Klamath Basin is renowned for its massive wintering population of bald eagles, but is prime habitat for many other raptors including owls, as well as a stunning abundance and diversity of waterfowl. The festival will feature three dynamic keynoters: au-

thor, researcher and birding contributor Scott Weidensaul; Canon Explorer of Light and premier wildlife photographer Chas Glatzer; and award-winning wildlife photographer and author Paul Bannick. Join these pros and many other skilled presenters for an array of field trips, workshops, presentations, and receptions that highlight the wonders of the Klamath Basin in winter. Birders can enjoy a diverse group of activities that showcase the Klamath Basin. Several birding field trips are scheduled to the Klamath Basin National Wildlife

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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Kinnerød. Exploration is everywhere. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show begins at 7 p.m. both nights. Tickets are $10 and raffle prizes, auction items and more will be up for grabs. These events will sell out so get your tickets early at Sisters show: https://www. eventbrite.com/e/backcountry-film-festival-sisters-or-tickets-30312329995 Bend show: https://www. eventbrite.com/e/backcoun try-film-festival-bend-or-tick ets-30312455370

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Refuges complex (www.fws. gov/klamathbasinrefuges). Frank Isaacs, Pamela Llewellyn, and Dick Ashford will be on hand to share raptor identification workshops and field trips. Novice birders will have their choice of two birding basics trips, while intense birders will enjoy a big day trek around the basin to add to their lists. New this year, Winter Wings partners with the Blue Zones Project in Klamath Falls to present two winter birding walks Turn to Festival, page 39

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precipitation. Normal highs for Sunriver fall from 38.0 degrees at the start of December to 37.0 degrees at the end of December. Normal lows fall from 21.0 degrees to 18.0 degrees. The 30-year normal precipitation is 3.07 inches. This was the second warmest November on record. The warmest was 41.7 degrees in 1999. –Source: The National Weather Service is an office of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, an agency of the U.S. Commerce Department.

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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? Asbestos-containing 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 www.sunriverowners.org

viewing at the Sunriver Owners Association. • Where are the asbestos-containing 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. SUNRIVER SCENE •

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By Susan Berger

From the Editor’s Desk: Issues with those fuzzy boundary lines

O k folks here it is plain and simple… if it isn’t inside the fence it isn’t in Sunriver! For years there has been a battle between the Sunriver Owners Association and local news media. It’s exhausting to keep the media educated in understanding and correctly defining the boundary of what does — or doesn’t — happen within Sunriver proper. Remember last summer’s Sheridan Fire? News media across the state reported that Sunriver was under evacuation and the threat of burning. Well, it wasn’t. The fire affected the Fall River community about 10 miles south of here. You can understand the concerns of Sunriver owners who live elsewhere turning on the TV and hearing that their home away from home may be engulfed in flames. Just because someone attaches the Sunriver name to something does not mean it’s Sunriver either. Three good examples include the Sunriver Business Park, Sunriver Post Office and Sunriver Library. None of these are located inside “Sunriver.” And just so you know, the Sunriver Owners Association has no ties or governance over those entities. I can count on one hand the news stories I’ve read that have correctly identified the location of an area business or incident — and didn’t throw Sunriver into the mess by its association on a map. News media has a bad habit of lumping everything south of Lava

Butte and to La Pine as “Sunriver.” My question is… why do they feel that is allowable? A recent incident in the local newspaper was said to have occurred in Sunriver, but was actually more than eight miles to the south. A call to the news desk to voice our concern was scoffed and told that we were being “ludicrous,” and that it happened “more than 16 miles from Bend.” I hate to break it to you sweetheart — it may be more than 16 miles away from where you are but it’s still IN BEND (albeit, unincorporated Bend). I live just a couple of miles outside Sunriver’s “fence.” I’m close to Sunriver, but have a Bend address. When folks ask me where I live I tell them, “in Bend, just south of Sunriver.” I’ve not had anyone question or require boundary clarification. But, wait a minute… what should it matter that it’s 16 miles away from Bend proper? Just for giggles I went to Google maps and found numerous addresses in Bend that are more than 16 miles away from each other. I’m being a bit facetious here, but homes in Deschutes River Woods (an unincorporated Bend community) are more than 16 miles from, say, Home Depot on Bend’s north end. Since it’s not located in Bend proper, would the media report that Deschutes River Woods is part of Sunriver, too? Inquiring minds want to know. As the crow flies, the southern edge of Deschutes River Woods is only about 5 miles from Sunriver – much closer than it is to

most of Bend. There must be a magic circle, and anything that falls outside that circle doesn’t count as Bend. The media could at least report that the incident is located in “unincorporated Bend in south Deschutes County.” It’s a public relations nightmare to repeatedly explain to the curious (as well as our owner membership) that a particular incident did not take place in Sunriver. Sure, call us high maintenance or whatever. We just want news reports and stories to get it right. Is that really too much to ask? Check your property tax bill Did you happen to look at your 2016 property tax statement? If you did, you might have noticed that the bond for the Sunriver library is no longer on there, having been paid off in June. Although the library bond was relatively small I noticed that several other bond payoffs were also completed — School #1 Bond 1998 and School #1 Bond 2002. Did you notice any change in what you’re paying? Mmmm… probably not. Funny how the remaining bonds fluctuated in the county’s favor and I still paid the same amount as last year (and maybe even a bit more for some of you). In the end I’m paying a buck and change less from 2015 to 2016 under the “Bonds – Other” category. Wow… how will I ever decide where to spend that windfall of profit? You can’t even buy a cup o’ Joe for a buck anymore.

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way. The Klamath National Refuge Complex consists of six refuges including Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge, the nation’s first waterfowl refuge. Around 130 species of birds are counted each winter at the festival.

Festival along the Link River Trail. A host of professional photographers and specialists, including Abbott Schindler and Larry Turner, will be on hand over the weekend to share their skills. There will also be several workshops and presentations designed to help you get the most out of your camera equipment and software, including tips for better photos with your phone or tablet. “Some popular field trip fills almost immediately. If you want a spot in these, try to sign-up as soon as online registration opens,” said Diana Samuels, festival co-coordinator. Registration is open now and can be completed at www. WinterWingsFest.org. A link to the website can be found on the website.

Scene Opinion Policy

Keep YOUR public lands CLEAN AND GREEN!

NO DUMPING

Dumping of ANY material in the national forest is a CRIME! The Klamath Basin is renowned for its massive wintering population of bald eagles

Free family event Join zoologist, animal behaviorist, and wildlife educator Karl Anderson (The Oregon Birdman; http:// oregonbirdman.com/) for a one-hour performance Feb. 18 focusing on parrot biology, behavior, and conservation with 15 live birds,

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including macaws. For the complete schedule, program descriptions, and fees, visit the festival website at www.WinterWingsFest. org and select the program tab. For more information email the Festival at info@ WinterWingsFest.org or call 1.877.541. 2473. www.sunriverowners.org

The Klamath Basin is home to the largest concentration of wintering bald eagles in the lower 48 states – numbering some 500-800 birds typically. Other visitors include massive flocks of waterfowl and large numbers of wintering raptors on this major stopover of the Pacific Fly-

Yard debris & pine needles can be taken to Sunriver Environmental Composting Site on Cottonwood Road. 541.593.4197 Report violations or suspicious activity: 541.693.6911 or 541.383.4794 Page 39

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