July 2023 Sunriver Scene

SROA NEWS – Sunriver magistrate Jo Zucker reported she heard 147 cases in 2022, far fewer than the 262 cases in 2021. There were also fewer “repeat offenders” this year, perhaps due to the stepped-up fine schedules.

Overall, there were 103 citations issued for Design Rule violations: 81 cases went to the magistrate and 22 were issued warnings. The greatest number of violations was in the paint survey category – which Zucker left open into June of this year to enable owners an opportunity to comply as weather improved.

“Our goal is not to fine people… the goal is compliance,” she said. “Owners here are given so many chances to comply.”

Other cases sent to the magistrate

Jobe Fortner to headline Sunriver summer concert

As a child, Jobe Fortner grew up singing hymns in church alongside his family in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Dahlongea, Georgia.

He recalled listening to Lynyrd Skynyrd blasting in the car while his stepdad drove him to school.

After moving to Monroe, Georgia, Fortner traded playing football for learning music in high school after picking up a guitar and taking lessons from his English teacher. Although his original dream was to play football, Fortner ultimately realized his true calling was music.

Fortner will be making a concert tour stop in Sunriver at SHARC’s John Gray Amphitheater on Saturday, Aug. 26 at 6 p.m.

Fortner’s roots run deep with soul and Southern rock, and he blends these early influences into his music and songwriting. Touring the country since 2015, Fortner has performed with some of today’s top music talents, including Luke Combs, Riley Green, Dwight Yoakam,

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An up-and-coming artist in his own right, Fortner’s latest release, “What I Believe,” screams his passion for his gospel, mountains and Southern rock

upbringing. Fortner moved to Nashville in 2016, and the rest is history.

Tickets will be $45 general admission; $39 for SROA members. For information, visit www.sunriverowners.org/ ticketedconcert. Tickets are available for sale at BendTicket.com

Sunriver Treatment Plant hosting event in

July

SROA NEWS – Price, Fronk & Co. has given SROA’s financials a clean bill of health following its 2022 audit process.

Steps within the audit included testing payroll controls to ensure employees exist; double-checking what is in HR files and that payroll allocations are correctly deposited; disbursements are authorized correctly by management; expenses are going where they are supposed to; and the review of all new (and some old) fixed assets.

“We didn’t run into any issues,” said Heather McMeeken of Price, Fronk & Co. “SROA is a great audit for us to do… you get the information when you ask for it.”

Sunriver Utilities Company invites residents and community members to celebrate the completion of the stateof-the-art wastewater treatment facility upgrade of the Sunriver Wastewater Treatment Plant.

The event begins at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 19 at the plant, 57850 W. Cascade Rd. There will be a ribbon cutting and remarks followed by tours of the plant.

At 3:30 p.m. guests are invited to gather for appetizers, drinks and conversation at the Sunriver Lodge Hearth Room, 17600 Center Dr.

For information, contact Sunriver Utilities at 541-593-4197 or utilitiesinfo@sunriverutilities.com.

Sunriver Utilities Wastewater Treatment Plant is now in service, following a four-year, $18.5 million upgrade project. The upgraded facility can now process 1.5 million gallons of water daily, with a new membrane bioreactor

producing Class A recycled water. Key partners included Sunriver management, Parametrix/HDR and Slayden Construction.

This project represents the singlelargest infrastructure investment by

Sunriver Utilities and addressed key community concerns including noise and odor reduction and aesthetic improvements. For information about the treatment plant upgrade, visit sunriverwater.com/treatment-plant-upgrade/.

Magistrate reports fewer cases in 2022

SROA’s financials ‘clean’

Johnson, Whiskey Myers, Billy Currington, The Cadillac Three and more.

Country music artist Jobe Fortner to perform at John Gray Amphitheater.

An aerial view of the Sunriver Wastewater Treatment Plant.

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Sunriver

OWNERS ASSOCIATION

SUNRIVER

SCENE

JULY 2023

Volume XLVI, No. 7

57455 Abbot Drive

PO Box 3278

Sunriver, OR 97707

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Sunriver Owners Association

The SUNRIVER SCENE is the official monthly publication of the Sunriver Owners Association, a not-for-profit Oregon corporation dedicated to: “Maintaining Sunriver as a premier residential and resort community, protecting and enhancing its quality of life, natural environment and property values.”

The Scene is mailed to Sunriver property owners anywhere in the U.S. and available at locations throughout Sunriver and 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.

CONTACT THE SCENE

Editor | Communications Director

Susan Berger | 541.585.2937 susanb@srowners.org

Communications Specialist

Shae Callewaert | 541.585.2938 shaec@srowners.org

Communications Specialist

Kristine Thomas | 541.585.2939 kristinet@srowners.org

ADVERTISING | 541.593.6068 sunriverscene@srowners.org

CONTACT SROA

541.593.2411

888.284.6639 toll-free

email: infosroa@srowners.org www.sunriverowners.org

GENERAL MANAGER James Lewis jamesl@srowners.org

ASST. GENERAL MANAGER Keith Kessaris keithk@srowners.org

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Sunriver boat launch access, tips and info

Sunriver owners can kayak, canoe, paddleboard or float the river by starting at the Sunriver Owners Association’s Boat Launch, ending at Canoe Takeout and taking a shuttle back to the starting point, thanks to a collaboration between the SROA and Sunriver Resort.

Owners and their guests need a valid SROA membership card to use the shuttle service. It is not available to Recreation Plus Program card holders. Owners can pick up passes at the Sunriver Resort’s Marina between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. The first shuttle pickup is 11 a.m. and the last shuttle is 5:30 p.m. The shuttle runs daily until Sept. 4.

The only takeout points on the river are the marina and Canoe Takeout. Do not trespass on private property by taking out at any other location along the river. These areas are also designated as sensitive, protected environmental areas.

Brandi Flett is the marina manager for Sunriver Resort. She recently answered several questions to help owners better understand how to use the shuttle service.

What information would you like every owner to know about using the marina’s shuttle service?

“I think a lot of owners think we are owned by the homeowner’s association, and we are not, we are a part of Sunriver

Resort. Often, owners think we can look them up if they don’t have their card with them, but we can’t. It’s very important homeowners bring their homeowners card/extended family card with them and check in with the marina before they float. We cannot look them up in the system to verify as we are not connected to the homeowners’ association.

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included:

• 15 cases for performing work without Design Committee approval

• 14 failure to obtain/display a Sunriver building permit

• 25 ladder fuels violations

• 17 noxious weed violations

• 10 citations for tree cutting violations

• 8 Sunriver Police citations for parking, animal violations and one vicious dog

• There were seven special hearings and all but two were for ladder fuels reduction violations

The report noted that the number of special hearings is creeping up – especially around trees and ladder fuels reduction violations.

Zucker, who has been Sunriver’s magistrate for more than 10 years, noted that it is a delight to work with SROA staff. “Their professionalism and institutional knowledge is unparalleled.”

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A woman paddles her kayak near the Cardinal Landing Bridge

Sunriver

OWNERS ASSOCIATION

If you use your Sunriver home as a short-term vacation rental, you are familiar with the Deschutes County Transient Room Tax (TRT). For those who are not familiar, let me provide a short primer. All short-term rentals (rentals for less than 30 consecutive days) in unincorporated areas of Deschutes County (which includes Sunriver) must pay a transient room tax.

Whether you are renting out a house or a hotel room, you are subject to a TRT tax of 8% of the nightly rate, for each night your home is rented.

Failure to register your home with Deschutes County and pay the TRT tax is a Class A violation, with interest and penalties assessed.

Over the past 10 years, Sunriver rentals have generated $42 million in TRT revenue, with an annual growth rate of 6.2%. TRT tax revenue generated from Sunriver rentals in 2022 totaled $6.2 million, more than 50% of the total TRT tax revenue for Deschutes County.

How is that revenue used?

State law (ORS 320.300) effectively mandates Deschutes County allocate at least 36% of

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TRT taxes and do not remit any of that tax revenue to Deschutes County.

the TRT tax revenue collected towards tourism promotion and tourism-related facilities. Furthermore, should Deschutes County raise its TRT tax rate, 70% of the incremental revenue must also be allocated to tourism. The fraction of TRT taxes Deschutes County allocates for tourism, currently funds Visit Central Oregon, the county fair and fairgrounds. The remaining TRT revenue (64%) is currently allocated to the county sheriff, the construction of Sunriver Public Safety Facility and Deschutes County Courthouse, Mt. Bachelor and the county reserve fund. It is important to note, the four county cities (Bend, Redmond, Sisters and La Pine) collect their own

While Sunriver is and has been Deschutes County’s major source of TRT revenue for the past 10-years, we have not benefited over this time period until last year when county commissioners allocated $8 million is of TRT funds in support of the Sunriver Service District’s new Public Safety Facility. The $8 million, distributed to the SSD over three years, with the first installment ($4 million) received last July. I am very appreciative of the county’s support for our new $18 million facility. However, SROA and SSD have significant on-going expenses in support of tourism that would be an appropriate use of the TRT funds collected from Sunriver short-term rentals.

Sunriver brings hundreds of thousands of tourists to Deschutes County every year. Using annual TRT tax revenue generated from Sunriver in 2022 and making assumptions about rental rates ($125/ bedroom-night), number of guests per bedroom (1.5), and average length of stay (4.5 days),

I estimate more than 200,000 tourists visited Sunriver last year. This is not a “stroke of luck.” Sunriver owners have invested more than $32 million over the past 10 years to improve our infrastructure, recreational facilities, wildfire safety, police and fire vehicles, and the equipment our public safety professionals use. Sunriver Resort and The Village at Sunriver have invested more than $45 million in their properties over this same time period. In addition, SROA and the SSD incur an estimated $1.6 million in annual operating expenses (additional personnel, maintenance and materials) in support of tourism. These investments and annual expenditures have kept Sunriver family-safe, a beautiful place for outdoor recreation, entertainment and dining. In short, Sunriver owners and our partners have invested to create and maintain a strong tourism brand for Sunriver. People who visited Sunriver when they were kids now bring their children and grandchildren to Sunriver.

To summarize, Sunriver owners make significant investments

Highlights of the SROA Board of Directors monthly meeting

The Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Board of Directors meeting was held Saturday, June 17, 2023.

Board members present: Gerhard Beenen, Bill Burke, Keith Mobley, Scott Gillies, Clark Pederson, Tony De Alicante, Julianna Hayes, Linda Beard and Larry Ishmael.

Staff present: James Lewis, Susan Berger, Jesus Mendoza.

Owners forums (comments are summarized, not verbatim)

From June 16 work session. No owners spoke, but letters read into record

• Cole and Linda Dawson addressed their frustration regarding the access to and availability of the Member Pool over the Memorial Day weekend.

• Doug and Tina Freel addressed the removal of a rainbow flag/welcome sticker at SHARC.

• Elizabeth Nelson believes SROA Design rules to allow physical plant protections.

• Paul Conte submitted two letters expressing a desire for SROA Design Review Rules to allow physical plant protec-

tions to be installed, as well as his comments regarding the existing plant protections on his property.

• Cindy McCabe thanked SROA for the recent improvements at Mary McCallum Park.

From June 17 regular meeting

• Signa Gibson spoke on multiple issues: 1. She discussed a replacement electric service line on her property – by Midstate Electric – and noted that her line was a “direct bury” (no conduit), and that many older properties in Sunriver are in the same circumstance. She noted direct bury could be a safety hazard and suggested this be communicated to Sunriver owners. 2. She noted that there are still problems associated with the multiple addressing (1 or 2-digit SROA addresses and 5-digit county addresses) and asked if both addresses can be posted on the home.

• Bob Stillson addressed two issues: 1. He noted plant protection is important in establishing new plants in Sunriver. He stated it is also important to choose the right

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plants for the environment in Sunriver, but that some degree of protection is appropriate. 2. Stillson believes there is a need for lifeguards at the Member Pool (and all pools), and they prevent an unquantified number of accidents and much of their job is correcting public behavior to keep the pools safe. He noted lifeguards are first responders that lend to the culture of safety in Sunriver.

Board actions

• Approved minutes of the May 19 SROA board work session as corrected.

• Approved minutes of the May 20 SROA regular board meeting as written.

• Approved May 31, 2023 financial statement (unaudited).

• Accepted the 2022 SROA Financials Audit Report. The audit was “clean.”

• Accepted the 2022 Magis-

By Clark Pederson

Although more than half of owners pay their maintenance fees in full prior to Feb. 1 to receive the discount (currently 3%), others choose to pay monthly, and a few don’t pay their maintenance fees at all. What happens when that takes place?

We have a financial policy which covers what happens. The policy can be found on the SROA website under the tab Documents and Forms, Governing Documents.

A summary of the policy states: “Maintenance fees that are not prepaid for the full year are due monthly. Fees not received by the 25th of the month are considered delinquent and are charged a $10 late fee and subject to a finance charge at the rate of 1.5% per month.”

When my wife and I bought our first property in Sunriver in partnership with another family member, we paid our dues monthly. It is easy to get busy and miss those monthly payments, and I was billed a late fee a time or two. I quickly learned the benefit of prepaying yearly or setting up an automatic payment.

The interest rate on past due balances and past due fines is set in the Consolidated Plan of Sunriver. This was set in the early days of Sunriver.

trate Report.

• Approved the proposed revisions to Section IX of the Sunriver Bylaws to provide clarification on the procedures for pro/con statements in a Special Election and to address housekeeping items.

• Election of 2023/24 SROA board officers is as follows, pending the outcome of the 2023 election: Gerhard Beenen, president; Bill Burke vice president; Clark Pederson, treasurer; Scott Gillies secretary. Assistant treasurer and assistant secretary is Bill Burke and Linda Beard, respectively. Board discussion

• The board directed the Design Committee to discuss and consider requirements for plant protections as provided in the new Design Manual, with specific elements including:

Besides maintenance fees, owners can become subject to fines such as violating ladder fuel reduction requirements, cutting trees without a permit (for trees requiring a permit), or remodeling a property without applying for a permit and going through the design review process.

These fees are avoidable if owners check out the SROA website and become familiar with the policies that are in place to protect all owners and the values we hold for the operation and protection of the essence of Sunriver. Appeals to fines are heard by the Sunriver magistrate. Once fines or other charges are imposed by the magistrate, they are billed to the owner’s account.

SROA sends a monthly statement to owners with past due account balances. Statements are mailed to

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applicable only to individual plants and limits on the perimeter size of protection for each plant (not multi-plant or “garden” protections).

Other business

• Sunriver Resort submitted an application to host a July 8 special event with a drone “light show” due to Sunriver’s ban on fireworks.

Association operations

• Administration: Working with legal counsel regarding owner nonpayment of fees/ fines, as well as implementing the amended financial policy for collection of such. Prepared materials for Deschutes County land use appeal filed by a Sunriver owner regarding the new Public Works building. Met with TDS staff as a “kickoff” to the physical construction and eventual migration of owners to fiber. Provided training to the Design Committee on methods to address Design Manual criteria and write findings/motions. Met with Verizon representatives regarding their desire for new facilities (antenna) in Sunriver.

• Accounting: Working with the Sunriver Service District for their transition of accounting/payroll and human resource services from SROA to the district. Continue to assist owners with access to their account online.

• Communications: Shae Callewaert joined the communications team on May

22. Updated SROA/SHARC websites with summer information. Continue to clean-up and format the new Design Manual in preparation of its June 15 official launch. Promoted June siren testing conducted by the police/fire departments.

• Community Development: There are about 314 active projects/building permits underway. Provided updates to the Design Committee on the procedural elements of the new Design Manual and how staff with convey those to the owners.

• Natural Resources: Received an additional $40,936 in grant funds from the Oregon Department of Forestry and will help fund the 2022 LFR reduction and tree thinning on commons through June 2023. Completed restoration plantings at Mary McCallum Park. Performed numerous site visits for private LFR and tree removal permits.

• IT: Server updates/patches complete. Began cybersecurity assessment testing with staff and the board. Signed contract for staff awareness training. A spreadsheet of owner addresses was provided to UPS to import into their system to facilitate package deliveries. Provided audio/visual training to events staff and Member Services. RFP sent seeking a consultant for new GIS database interface for Public Works, Natural Resources, Community Development and owner data.

• Public Works: Crews painted the restroom at the

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boat launch. De-winterized all drinking fountains. The tunnel project near Circle 1 finished early and prior to the busy Memorial holiday weekend.

Clean-up from rainstorms required extensive road and pathway sweeping. Graded the Canoe Takeout road. Removed graffiti from roads and pathways. The Member Pool was cleaned, prepped and was opened for the Memorial holiday weekend for the first time this summer season. Additional shade structures were also installed, and lap swim is available daily in the mornings.

• Recreation/SHARC: MPP/RPP sales continue at a solid pace. Recreation swim is available five days a week with outdoor aquatics available on weekends only until mid-June. Lap swim is available daily. Memorial weekend attendance exceeded the highest 2022 singleday usage and was comparable to 2017 numbers (during a heat wave). Eight additional lifeguards were certified with 10 more enrolled over Memorial weekend. Five personnel will also become certified to teach lifeguard classes in mid-June.

The meeting adjourned at 11:24 a.m.

The next SROA board work session will take place at 9 a.m. Friday, July 14 followed by the

regular board meeting at 9 a.m. Saturday, July 15.

To watch the meeting live via YouTube, or the recording at a later time, visit the meeting

date on SROA website calendar for the YouTube link. Meeting minutes, once approved, are available on the SROA website at www.sunriverowners.org

Covenants Committee seeks new members

SROA NEWS – Whenever the Sunriver Board of Directors believes an issue raised by owners requires further investigation, it directs the Covenants Committee to research the issue, write a rule and make a recommendation for its consideration.

If the board gives its first approval to a recommendation, the owners have 60 days to review and submit comments.

The Covenants Committee reviews the comments received and incorporates changes to the rule as necessary. The reviewed rule is returned to the board for

its consideration and approval.

The Covenants Committee works closely with Sunriver’s general manager, appropriate staff members and the Sunriver Police and Fire chiefs to ensure the viability of the recommended rules. Being a member of the Covenants Committee is both rewarding and educational.

If your curiosity has been aroused and you have questions about serving on the Covenants Committee, please call Patty Smith at 541-593-1756. She will be happy to speak with you.

We prefer owners use the shuttle rather than doing their own transportation because it helps keep things less crowded at the takeout.

If owners decide to do their own transportation, we ask they be patient at the takeout. If they communicate with the Sunriver Resort’s staff, we can help move vehicles out of the way, and we will even help them load up their boats.

It’s also important to note, guests of owners with SROA’s Recreation Plus Program cards are not eligible for a shuttle ride.

What are some tips you would

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continued from page 4 the address of record on file with the association. It is the owner’s responsibility to keep that address up to date with the accounting office.

Once balances become delinquent for 90 days, owners will be notified by the ac -

recommend for people to enjoy floating or paddling from the marina to Canoe Takeout?

I would recommend wearing sunscreen and bringing snacks and drinks.

What are some of the wildlife people might see? Look for otters, ducks, brown trout, owls, eagles and deer.

How long does it take to go from the marina to Canoe Takeout? paddleboarding? floating? kayaking? on average?

2 hours in canoes, kayaks and paddleboards.

3 hours in a raft with paddles. They have to launch by 2 p.m. or they will risk missing the shuttle.

counting department of an intent to lien. A $100 charge is levied against the account for the intent to lien notification.

After an additional 30 days a lien will be filed against the property with the Deschutes County Recorder. The lien will be for all past due maintenance assessments, fines, late fees, finance charges and

5-6 hours in a party island if they don’t have paddles. 5–6 hours in tubes. We do not recommend anyone do tubes from the marina to the canoe take-out because it’s a very long float and the water is only 50 degrees. If they want to use tubes, we recommend the float from Harper Bridge and take out at the homeowner dock.

A few more tips to enjoy spending time on the river: Owners should plan ahead by making sure their SROA membership card is valid. If your card is expired or you need to purchase one, please visit SHARC’s members’ services desk. It can take up to 48 hours for your card to be activated to charges related to collection attempts. A $150 charge, plus the expense of filing the lien, shall be levied against the account and be included in the lien amount.

Full payment of all amounts will clear the lien. Payments can also be approved on a case-by-case basis. Once all past-due amounts have been paid the accounting department will file a satisfaction of lien with the Deschutes County Recorder, at no charge.

If payment in full is not made within 90 days of the lien recording, the association may turn the account to its attorney and may bring an action to foreclose. It will include past due amounts, inter-

access the boat launch.

One of the following is required to open the electronic gate at the SROA Boat Launch: A valid SROA Membership card, Recreation Plus Program card or Extended Household card.

Lifejackets are required to be on the watercraft. Children 12 years and younger are required to wear a life jacket. Make sure the lifejacket properly fits.

There are restrooms at the boat launch and Canoe Takeout. There are no restrooms along the river and do not go ashore.

Float Times depended on paddling efforts and river flow. Here are the estimate times: Harper Bridge to SROA

est, late charges and all costs of collection including the association’s attorney fees and costs incurred in attempting to collect the delinquent balance due whether or not the suit action is instituted.

An action to foreclose could result in the property being auctioned off on the courthouse steps if arrangements are not made to pay the amount due.

It is definitely important to keep your address up to date and pay attention to the financial responsibilities of being a property owner.

Clark Pederson is the treasurer of the SROA Board of Directors and chair of the Finance Committee. pederson@ srowners.org

Boat Launch: 1 to 2 hours. There is no shuttle drop-off. It’s recommended an owner with a valid pass drop floaters off at the bridge and park a car at the boat launch.

SROA Boat Launch to Canoe Takeout: 2.5 to 3.5 hours

Harper Bridge to Canoe Takeout: 3.5 to 5 hours

Plan accordingly by bringing water, sunscreen and snacks.

Do not dive into the river as there are many submerged logs and river depths can change throughout the summer.

President

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in support of tourism and bring more than 200,000 tourists to Deschutes County each year. However, unlike Deschutes County cities, we do not directly receive TRT tax revenue. Although Sunriver is not a city, SROA and SSD provide the same services (road and pathway maintenance, parks, recreation, police, fire, EMS, etc.) as any city in Deschutes County. Is this equitable?

Earlier this year SROA and SSD created a small team, consisting of two SROA board members (Keith Mobley and Clark Pederson), two SSD board members (Bill Hepburn, John Ralston) along with SROA General Manager James Lewis, Sunriver Resort Managing Director Tom O’Shea and myself to explore if Sunriver can directly receive TRT tax revenue collected from Sunriver short-term rentals. Members of this team have been meeting as a team and with county officials to discuss granting SROA and SSD TRT tax revenues to offset the cost of tourism in Sunriver. I cannot say we will be successful, but we have made our case and will continue to pursue ways in which we can offset the cost of tourism with TRT tax revenues.

Share your thoughts on the future of south Deschutes County

The Newberry Regional Partnership, a sub-group of the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council, is a diverse group of residents and organizations that have been working since 2022 to create a strategic action plan for growth in Zip code areas 97707 and 97739 (Sunriver and La Pine), plus adjacent areas in Klamath and Lake County that use La Pine and Sunriver for services.

They are now seeking community input via a short community survey.

The group's goal is to ask community members to provide feedback to help direct future decisions for south Deschutes County. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey. Your input is greatly appreciated.

Feel free to share the survey with your south county friends, colleagues, family members and even people you meet along the way at the grocery store or local coffee shop. Every idea is valued and respected. The survey can be found at https://dcgresearch.com/ newberry/. The survey closes July 15.

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Sunriver native plants, pollinators can thrive with your support

SROA NEWS – Blue flax, lupine, penstemon, strawberry, rosy pussytoes and scarlet gilia are among the native wildflowers that have been spotted in Sunriver this season, and mid-summer bloomers such as Oregon sunshine and purple aster will be appearing soon.

Wildflowers aren’t just beautiful to look at, they play an important role in our ecosystem. From contributing to soil health to serving as a food source for small mammals to providing habitat for pollinators who ensure plant reproduction, these little plants have a big impact – one that we can help protect and preserve.

Unfortunately, native plants have to contend with unwelcomed invaders in Sunriver. Noxious weeds including spotted knapweed, Dalmatian toadflax, several varieties of thistle and scotch broom compete with native vegetation, drawing scarce resources such as water and nutrients. To protect our native plants, wildlife habitat and property values, the Sunriver community has established regulations requiring owners to take action to eliminate noxious weeds from

their properties.

Owners should start inspecting their lots for noxious weeds now, repeat the task throughout the season, and act quickly to control noxious weeds. There is a narrow window of time between the emergence of the noxious weeds, maturity (when flowers become visible), and seed production and spread.

By becoming familiar with noxious weeds in our com -

munity, setting aside time on multiple occasions to inspect your property and treat noxious weeds, or contacting a landscape contractor early in the season for assistance, owners can successfully battle noxious weeds and remain in compliance with the community’s Noxious Weed Management Plan.

To assist homeowners, SROA’s Natural Resources

Department staff are currently inspecting private properties and common areas and will notify homeowners in mid- to late-July if noxious weeds are discovered on their properties.

“Owners shouldn’t wait to hear from SROA to begin control efforts on their properties,” notes Patti Gentiluomo, director of SROA’s Natural Resources department. “Some great tools and resources are

available on the SROA website to help owners take action now.”

Resources including photos and fact sheets about common noxious weeds can be found on SROA’s website at www.sunriverowners.org. Owners are also invited to visit the “noxious weed garden” at the SROA Administrative Office, which is located near the bike path leading to the parking area.

By Jim Fister

While visitors flock to Central Oregon this summer, the Betty Gray Gallery at the Sunriver Lodge will feature some local artistic flare. The unique works should attract visitors and locals alike with their take on nature and humanity.

In the downstairs gallery, Alisa Looney’s inventive ReEnamelware series, titled: Interdependence, will be exhibiting through August. Looney creates original images in glass by fusing kiln-fired layers of enamel to steel forms. Nature and its unseen connections inform her work. Sketching and documenting while on hikes, bikes, paddles and skis throughout the seasons, she observes nature and looks for signs of connection and movement.

Looney sees the chest feathers of an owl as a forest, portraying the interdependence of all living things. The purpose of her work is to inspire the connections and care of our planet and each other. The shapes and vividness of her works make them attractive for many spaces not normally available for art.

This ReEnamelware series was made with repurposed enamelware, turning often-

discarded household items into dynamic wall pieces. The artist searched for and found these intriguing enamel canvases at her neighborhood Second Tern Thrift Store. The artist will also donate an additional 5% of proceeds from sales of this exhibition to the Sunriver Nature Center and Observatory, to support their mission to inspire present and future generations to cherish and understand our natural world.

Upstairs, artist Paul Bennett will be showing a set of monotype prints, entitled: Hug. Bennett previously had success with photographic prints of masked

A serene field of lupine flowers, not only beautiful but an important part of the ecosystem.

“Hug” by Paul Bennett

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owner enrichment activities

All are welcome to Sunriver Area Community Picnic on July 12

By Lucy Hilburn

Sunriver You, the community’s education program, reached a milestone last month.

The Learn to Play Pétanque class on June 6 was the 100th class since inception in April 2019!

Sunriver You began as the brainchild of Katie Keller, who shared that “starting with the premise that there must be people here who would like to share their passion with people who would like to learn, Sunriver You was born – and the premise was correct.”

Keller enlisted the help of volunteers Kris Besson, Helen Heeren and Scott Gillies.

Besson said that “when we needed something – a website, publicity, registration software – this team figured it out with a can-do spirit.” She researched registration software and was the Sunriver You registrar for two years.

Heeren assumed communications responsibilities, including class descriptions and publicity. As she prepares to train her successor, she observes that “what was special to me was the creativity of the team in figuring out how to do what hadn’t been done here before … it has been an exciting and wonderful journey.”

Gillies, who created the Sunriver You website and database, adds that he also attends many classes, because “I love interacting with people and being part of a community of learning.”

Keller’s persistence in locating presenters and venues was a key factor in Sunriver You’s development. Another was Sunriver You’s association with SROA’s Owner Enrichment Committee (OEC) beginning in late 2021. Initially the founders paid website registration expenses out-of -pocket and scrambled to find venues.

When Sunriver You became the OEC’s education arm, it was a win-win for both groups. The OEC acquired an ongoing program with a team to run it, and Sunriver You received assistance with expenses and greater access to venues.

The founders envisioned classes that were open to everyone, taught by volunteers and offered at no charge (other than supplies). COVID restrictions prompted the addition of Zoom technology and a YouTube channel for recorded Zoom presentations, which

enabled Sunriver You to reach a wider audience, including nonresident owners. Most classes are one-time events, but some have met weekly for 4-6 weeks, such as Beginning Calligraphy and Spanish Conversation. To date Sunriver You has had more than 1,000 student registrations. John Salzer’s History of Sunriver class, which took place just before COVID arrived, had 250 attendees.

Today Keller (class development, venue registration) and Gillies (website management) continue on the Sunriver You team, which includes Lucy Hilburn as registrar, Joseph Batz as database administrator, Gwen Gamble as moderator for SROA Board forums, and Melinda Kufeld as incoming communications manager. The next time you see an OEC

member or Sunriver You volunteer, let them know how much Sunriver You has enriched your Sunriver experience. And if you’d like to teach a class or suggest a topic, send an email to info@sunriveryou.com – your Sunriver You team would love to receive it.

July classes

We hope you enjoy the special class about falconry we are offering in July. Please go to www.sunriveryou.com to register. All classes require registration which closes 24 hours before the class start time.

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Enjoy games, music, food and friendship at the annual Sunriver Area Community Picnic from 4 p.m. to dusk Wednesday, July 12 at Mary McCallum Park, near the Sunriver Marina. There will be chances to win cool summer-themed prizes for playing outdoor games including cornhole, bottle bash and pétanque.

A crowd favorite, a duo from The Big River Band, will play music enjoyable for listening and dancing. The Wallows Bar and Grill will be providing barbeque ribs or chicken, ranch beans and coleslaw. To round out the meal, there will be rolls and butter, dessert and non-alcoholic bever-

Sunriver You celebrates its 100th class Hank Minor presents, 'The Art of Falconry'

ages. Guest may bring their own beverages.

All of this and time with new and old friends on the scenic shore of the Deschutes River at Mary McCallum Park means this summer’s picnic will be one to remember. All residents in the greater Sunriver area and their guests are invited to attend the picnic.

The picnic is sponsored by the Sunriver Women’s Club and the Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce. The cost is $18 for adults and $12 for children under 12.

You must register and pay in advance by Tuesday, July 4 to attend. Visit https://sunriverwomensclub. org/event-5022934 to register.

An interview with Hank Minor, master falconer and presenter of the Sunriver You program, “The Art of Falconry: Ancient Sport in a Modern World” at 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 11 at SHARC. To register, go to Sunriveryou.com

SY: How long have you been a falconer?

HM: I made my approach to falconry in 2008 – so 15 years now. That’s a good while, but nowhere near as long as some falconers. The person who gave me my present hawk, Molly, has been a falconer for more than 50 years. Falconry is one

of those sports where you never stop learning. Every outing is

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Sunriver You founders, left to right: Scott Gillies, Helen Heeren, Katie Keller and Kris Besson.

Molly, a 13 year old Harris hawk

Birds of a feather

By Kelli Neumann, SNCO Programs Director

Mating rituals are essential to the continuation of life and dressing up for a date is often an important part of that process. Waterfowl take the business of visual courtship to the extreme with males growing a whole new feather pattern aimed to impress. No last minute Safeway roses and chocolate hearts for these animals.

Feathers are a complex covering and different feather types provide specific services for the bird they adorn. Flight feathers are stiff with pronounced veins and grow in symmetrical pairs on the wings and tail. Each one is specifically shaped for a specific role and when used in concert, they enable flight. Often flight feathers have the same number and general shape regardless of the species of bird. Other feathers are called contour feathers. They give the general shape to a bird, but are also universally shaped

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depending on which area of the body the feather is grown from.

The smallest feathers provide insulation. We are all familiar with these “down” feathers as they fill much of our outerwear. Down feathers are less obvious and grow close to the body. They have a wispy look, the rachi spouts loose barbules much like a dandelion flower. Down traps air and holds in body heat. Contour and flight feathers must be in good condition to keep a bird’s down from getting soaked.

Water off a duck’s back is by no means a passive feat. In order to keep feathers waterproof, waterfowl are constantly oiling and preening their flight and contour feathers. Their down feathers will suffer as much as ours from becoming waterlogged, and birds will quickly succumb to the element’s if they lose their waterproofing.

Waterfowl are known as a

particularly gregarious group of birds. They flock together for protection, feeding and migration during most of the year. The spirit of cooperation is abandoned as nesting season arrives, and the birds pair off to stake out territories and set up nests as couples. During the mating ritual, males are engaged in various behaviors to show off their brilliant breeding plumage. As the ducklings begin to fledge and leave the natural territory sometime in the summer, the males begin to “disappear.” Throughout the summer, the incredible iridescent greens, blues and fabulous feather patterns of male waterfowl are fading and growing back similar to the drab, cryptic colors of the female. Birds who used to stand out as a clear pair suddenly become indistinguishable from each other.

This change is often referred to as an “eclipse” molt. This means a male duck will shed all of the brilliant colors that attracted his mate and grow new feathers which mimic the female’s duller, easier to hide and safer feather pattern. Hence the concept of “eclipsing” his mating brilliance. This process can leave the male flightless for several weeks, during which time he will band with his brothers depending on thick cover to aid in concealment.

You can see this process at work at the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory this summer. All around Lake Aspen the brilliant green head of

a mallard is no longer visible. One of our wildlife ambassador ducks, a Northern pintail, is remarkably similar in coloration to his female companion, a cinnamon teal. We also have wood duck ducklings who will

be growing their juvenile plumage in the next few months!

The Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory is now open daily, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit www. snco.org

Results of the Big Bang

By Phia Morton, SNCO Observatory Interpreter

A mere few minutes after the “Big Bang” a hot and dense soup of protons and neutrons (fundamental particles that make up all matter) formed. At roughly three minutes after the Big Bang, the universe cooled enough for protons and neutrons to come together to form hydrogen, the most abundant element in the universe. As these hydrogen atoms interacted with each other helium and small amounts of lithium were formed.

As the universe cooled further into clouds of gas, the first stars began to form by condensing the gas and fusing hydrogen into heavier elements. This required an immense force of gravity, which is why stars must be so large. As gravity pulls matter close it creates the high-density region in the star’s core, which is necessary to force the particles to interact and undergo nuclear fusion. The pressure from the interacting particles counteracts the star’s gravity and makes it stable for the majority of a star’s lifetime.

The chain reaction happen-

ing inside the cores of stars produces heavy elements of iron and small amounts of nickel. Once the star begins producing iron it can no longer gain energy from the fusion process and the star must die. The heavy element-rich gas left behind later forms the next generation of stars and the cycle continues. However, if elements heavier than iron cannot be made via this process why do we have heavy elements such as lead and gold here on Earth?

It turns out the elements heavier than iron must be formed in neutron star mergers or sometimes supernovae. Neutron stars are incredibly dense stars. When they collide, they create the densities needed for the heavy nuclei to bump into each other and fuse into even heavier elements. This is one of the most violent phenomena in the universe. This process stops at the heavy element of plutonium. Our periodic table does not stop at plutonium. Elements beyond this are discovered by smashing particles together at very high speeds in particle colliders. Most of these super heavy elements are unstable and decay quickly.

HE L PI N G Y O U N AVIG AT E A CHANGI N G MAR K E T

The housing market is changing and home values, mortgage rates, and inventory are top of mind for sellers and buyers alike. You probably have questions about what your best move is if you’re thinking of buying or selling in the coming months. To help make an informed decision, you need the latest information for what is happening in the Sunriver area market and beyond. I welcome the opportunity to connect with you and discuss market data, your real estate objectives, and how we can craft a strategy to meet your goals. I will provide the information you need to proceed with confidence when the time is right for you.

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Second Tern donations: The Wow, Wierd and What Is It?

By Jan Tuckerman

Tern donations ending up on the sales floor are 88% Wow, 10% Weird and 2% What Is It? And those guesstimate numbers have been true for the 35 years the Second Tern has been in business.

We are grateful for the Wow items, because they bring in the most income. The Weird and the What Is It: we often ask ourselves… whatever possessed some company to make this item and why did someone buy it? However, they also sell, so all is good.

Donations over the years have included a dentist chair that was not donated by a dentist, a cash machine, an airplane wing part, a fully operational skeet shooter with clay pigeons, 3,500 towels from Sunriver Resort (we put them in bags of 10 at $10 each and sold them all in 10 months), four clear acrylic bar stools (many ribald comments suggesting they came from a nudist resort), and a “tree” on the rolling stand (was it a bird perch thingy or was it simply an objet d’art?) It was decided it was a bird stand, was inspected by some people who then went home and came back with two of their conures – a parrot sort of

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The Second Tern is located at 17377 Spring River Road, just west of Harper Bridge. The Tern is open Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. year-round; donations are accepted 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. open days. For volunteering, more information or questions call 541-593-3367 or visit www.secondtern.com.

bird – because they wanted to make sure the birds would be happy on the perch!! Well, they were, and the perch was sold), and the list goes on.

You decide which of the above are Wow or Weird. At least we knew what they were. And all sold, of course.

Wow

This year, so far, in the wow category we had a commode chair. A really nice wooden armchair with a round hole cut out of the middle of the seat, with a round cover for normal sitting usage, a box built under the seat with a hinged door in the back of the box to allow for removal and replacement of the chamber pot, by your chambermaid.

Roll top desk: beautiful big

piece that just found a good home in Eugene.

A vintage Weaver pump organ (late 1800s-early 1900s): one of our young volunteers reworked all the innards and it works great. It sold on June 17.

egory, but the story behind it makes it a wow. Wendy Hill, a well-known local fabric artist, put a request for zippers in the Ruralite Magazine in 2008.

Over the next few months, she received more than 90 packages of zippers ranging from three inches to eight feet, with one package coming all the way from Chugiak, Alaska. Hill made several works of fabric art with some of those zippers. And now the “leftovers” have made their way to the Tern. Anyone else interested in art projects or sewing a lot of motorcycle jackets?

Weird

Zippers: Thousands of them. Now you would think that should be in the Weird cat -

This category is very much in the eye of the beholder, in this case Tern volunteers. Of course,

Tern volunteers often fall into the weird category themselves. Mirrored end tables: nicknamed the Jetson tables (we imagine George, Jane, Judy, Elroy, and Astro using the tables in their apartment in Orbit City), every surface is mirrored. Mannequin torso lamp: almost sold last weekend but the Turn to Tern, page 14

Mannequin torso lamp

Zipper art by Wendy Hill

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person at SHARC. Join us as Sisters falconer Hank Minor presents an engaging and informative look at the art and practice of falconry. After a brief history of the sport and the types of raptors, quarry, equipment and facilities employed, Hank will bring out the star of the show - his female Harris hawk and hunting partner, "Molly," to share stories of hunting with these magnificent birds of prey. Families and kids are welcome to attend this class. Ample time will be allowed for questions from the audience,

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faces known as Pandemic Portraits. He has returned to take a look at portraits by asking people to hug and turning these into images. Bennett says

and photographs are encouraged.

Minor is a licensed master falconer, having actively flown hawks on game for the past 15 years. He is a member of the Oregon Falconers Association, and is a past member and president of the New York State Falconry Association. He has trained and flown several types of raptors over the years and has hunted his birds in states across the country. He considers his ability to practice falconry a privilege, and looks at each outing with his hawks as an opportunity to learn and to improve his art

that he is presenting a visual chronicle of the human need to touch. This exhibit will start in July and run through the remainder of the summer.

Make sure to see both exhibits, and appreciate the quality of our local art community.

different. Every hawk is different. Situations change in an instant, and you must adapt just as quickly. I’ve learned many things over my time in the sport, but with each passing year I realize just how much I still don’t know.

SY: What led you to become involved in falconry?

HM: I grew up in the rural countryside of Western New York State, constantly surrounded by wildlife – and that included birds of prey. One day, many, many years later, I came upon an injured red tail hawk in the road. The remarkable thing about this hawk was that, although it had the classic red tail, its body feathers were pure white. I would learn later that it was an exceedingly rare albino red tail. I wrapped it in my jacket and sat down on the roadside, waiting for the NYS wildlife officer to come transport the hawk to an avian veterinarian. I cradled this magnificent bird in my arms, gazing at its gorgeous

feathers and features, praying for its recovery. It was such an unexpected and profound experience, I felt like I had been given a sign. It was later that day that I remembered falconry – scenes from books and movies where people trained and hunted with wild raptors. And so the journey began. I located several falconers in the state, spoke with them about the sport, accompanied them into the field, and eventually began my formal apprenticeship.

SY: What is it that captivates you most about this sport?

HM: The stunning beauty of the hawk. Its power and grace in flight. The fact that these magnificent raptors allow us to hunt with them as partners. The intensity of the hunt, with the bird laser-focused on its prey. The fact that each outing is unique, never knowing what will happen on any given day. And all of this against the gorgeous backdrop of the sage and juniper of Central Oregon and the Cascade Range.

SY: What are the biggest challenges to being a

falconer?

HM: There are countless things that can go wrong when you’re flying a raptor in the wild. Eagles can descend and kill your hawk if it’s out of range on prey. Injuries can occur from flying into barbed wire fences or from crashing hard on game. The hawk can be driven off and killed by crows or other hawks. If the bird flies into an inaccessible area and feeds up on a kill, it may simply not come back. As falconers, we do our best to take precautions to insure against these things, but each outing brings the potential for disaster and the loss of your hawk.

SY: Can you tell us a bit about your hawk, Molly?

HM: Molly is a captivebred Harris hawk. She is 13 years old and is a highly experienced falconry bird. She was given to me by a friend and fellow falconer here in Central Oregon after the tragic loss of his wife. Molly and I bonded from day one, and I was able to start hunting her and taking game right away. We focus our hunting on rabbits – cottontails and jackrabbits – although she’ll chase most anything that moves. She’s a skilled hunter and gives absolutely everything to the chase. I’ve had her now for almost two years, pairing her with my young German Shorthair Pointer, Rory. They are a formidable team in the field, keying off each other to move and take game. Molly’s a truly special hawk. I’m fortunate to have her and hope to continue hunting her for many, many years to come.

meetings & gatherings

JULY

SROA Committees

Contact the chair if you have questions about a committee or the projects they are currently working on

SROA Board of Directors

Gerhard Beenen, president sroaboard@srowners.org

Covenants

Patty Smith covenants@srowners.org

Design

Curt Wolf, chair designinfo@srowners.org

Election

Patty Smith, chair election@srowners.org

Finance

Clark Pederson, chair finance@srowners.org

Nominating

Holly Hendricks, chair nominating@srowners.org

Owner Enrichment

Mark Fisler, chair ownerenrichment@srowners.org

Interested in joining a committee, special project or task force?

Contact Becki Sylvester at SROA by calling 541-593-2411.

SROA Email, Emergency Contact Info

Sunriver owners with an email on file receive timely notifications, online surveys, invoices, etc. from SROA. Having this information also helps emergency responders know who to contact should an incident occur at your home.

Fill out the online form: www.sunriverowners. org/updatemyinformation

Pack In, Pack Out

online calendars

These groups meet regularly, same time, same place

Monday

Ladies Lunch and Bridge

11:30 a.m. Village Bar & Grill

Sign up: 593-5906 or 536-1533

Alcoholics Anonymous

7 p.m. Pozzi building at the Sunriver Nature Center

Tuesday

Mountain Meadow Quilters

1 p.m. second Tuesday of the month at Community Bible Church Info: 302-378-8446

Partners Bridge

3 p.m., Crescent room at SHARC. $1, register/info: 541-556-6408

Wednesday

Sunriver Rotary

7:30 a.m., Hearth Room at the Sunriver Lodge

www.sunriver-lapinerotary.org

Sunriver Republicans

5:30 p.m. second Wednesday of the month. 20 Maury Mtn. Lane

Thursday

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area church services

You’ve made so many memories. The sublimely beautiful sunny day when the kids caught their first fish; the perfect bluebird day on the mountain where the turns were effortless; magical mountain bike rides through the Cascades; the hole-in-one on The Woodlands Course. All of it has made for a life well lived and Sunriver has been the perfect catalyst. But life is ever-changing: a new career; the kids are grown; older knees are making the turns a little tougher. Whatever the reason, The Jones Group can help. The Central Oregon real estate market remains strong and if you’ve been considering turning your assets into something else, we’re here to help. If you are considering bringing your memory maker to market, please reach out and talk with us! We’ll help you discover what’s next

Holy Trinity Catholic Mass: 9:30am Thurs.;

5:30pm Sat.; 8am Sun. 18143 Cottonwood Road 541-593-5990, 541-536-3571

www.holyredeemerparish.net

Fr. Paul Antao, SDB

Community Bible Church at Sunriver 10am Sunday 57175 Theater Drive 541-593-8341

www.cbcsunriver.org

Pastor: Jeff Welch

Sunriver Christian Fellowship

10am Sunday 18139 Cottonwood Road. Episcopal & Lutheran traditions. 541-593-1183

www.sunriverchristianfellowship.org

Pastor: Nancy Green

The Door at Three Rivers

10am Sunday 86885 Enterprise Drive (Bus. Park) 541-550-3088

www.thedoor3r.org

Pastor: Brent Maxwell

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Mortimer Snerd: one of Edgar Bergen’s famous ventriloquist dummies (along with Charlie McCarthy). Some of us find this item a bit creepy, along the lines of coulrophobia (fear of clowns).

Animals featured at Artists’ Gallery

By Deni Porter

For many artists at the Artists’ Gallery Sunriver, love is a four-legged word!

That love is demonstrated with one of the most frequently used subjects of art pieces –animals.

The gallery celebrates love of pets and people from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, July 8. Guests are invited to view exciting art, have great conversation and enjoy appetizers and wine.

Painter/sculptor Kelly Lish produces pieces offering a view into nature sparked by a childlike imagination. Whimsical

animals and intricate flora weave together in an inspirational explosion of color.

Lish also assembles unique dimensional fairy houses. Each piece looks like a fairy left for a bit to find more magical dust. The artist uses small adornments for the stylish fairy abodes, but it is hard to believe the small homes were not constructed by a fairy who went thrift shopping on the weekend.

Author Events

Wildlife portraits by photographer Carolyn B. Waissman are close-up intimate photographs that show the essence and attitude of each animal. Her photographs capture a great horned owl saying goodnight and the swoosh of the barn owl returning to its roost. It is easy to see Waissman’s

Diana Abu-Jaber July 29, 5pm

Diana presents, “Fencing with the King”, hidden secrets, family relics, and swashbuckling adventure make this a spectacular story!

Register early to attend this free event, space will be limited.

Craig Johnson Sept. 9, 5pm

Craig presents, “The Longmire Defense”, the latest installment in the New York Times Bestselling “Longmire” series.

Pre-purchase “The Longmire Defense” from Sunriver Books for a ticket to attend. Space will be limited.

Book Clubs

Email: sunriverbooks@sunriverbooks.com for details and to recieve the zoom link

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love of nature in her photography. The gallery offers a wide variety of animals and other nature scenes photographed by the artist.

Glass enamel artist Cheryl Chapman is a fantastic painter. However, she doesn’t just paint on paper. That would be too dull. Her work is done on glass, painting in a reverse process. Each unique piece of art starts with an original drawing and then enamel painting and kiln firings are alternated as many as five times. When you look at the final piece, you are re-

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Baby Inchworm: this one took a lot of research to find online. When you don’t know what it is, you don’t know what to look for, do you? Finally, we found a picture and the following description: The Baby Inchworm is designed to sit on and “inch” across the floor, or flip it on its side and wrap around small bodies for support. A larger one than at the Tern lists new at $200. You can purchase the smaller one at the Tern for a lot less.

Then, there’s a ceramic pot with a hole/spout on the side. We still don’t know what it is for. Any ideas?

The Wow, Weird and What Is It is a large part of what makes volunteering at the Tern so interesting and enjoyable. Every day is different. Come join us.

July 24, 6pm (Zoom)

July 31, 4:30 (in person)

“Fencing with the King”

by Diana Abu-Jaber

July 10, 6pm (Zoom)

July 17, 4:30 (in person)

“Exiles”

by Jane Harper

Sunriver Books & Music

The Village at Sunriver, Building 25 541.593 .2525 | www.sunriverbooks.com

FICTION

Mystery ceramic jug. Ideas?

Carolyn B. Waissman

Kelly Lish

Cheryl Chapman

Mat Garriott

President’s message

Summer is a wonderful time in Sunriver when visitors share what we enjoy year round. Some visitors may wonder what the Sunriver Women’s Club is all about. We are an organization of about 330 members, some live in the greater Sunriver/Bend/La Pine area full-time and some are parttime residents.

Members connect with each other for fun social activities such as book clubs, hiking groups, luncheons with interesting speakers, winter fun, happy hours, coffee breaks, birthday lunches, holiday parties and more. The Sunriver Art Fair in August and Art Meets Wine in May are the two main fundraising events that support the community of south Deschutes County. Since 1999, the SRWC has granted nearly $950,000 to nonprofits providing critical services to our community. So far in 2023, SRWC has given away about $97,500.

It is a great combination, having fun and doing good.

All are welcome. For information, visit www.sunriverwom-

ensclub.org.

–Debbie Baker, club president

The SRWC launches new Hunger Prevention Fund

The SRWC recently created a new fundraising project focused on hunger prevention in south Deschutes County. Direct donations will support food distribution efforts to three local nonprofits: La Pine Community Kitchen, The Society of St Vincent de Paul and Care & Share Community Outreach. Please visit www.sunriverwomensclub.org for information and to donate to this vital fund. Recurring donations are greatly appreciated.

SRWC offers numerous hikes in July

Hearty Soles and MidSoles hiking groups have scheduled multiple hikes in July, which are open to all members. Join the Sunriver Women’s Club and enjoy the many hikes this summer exploring various locations and terrains from beginner to expert levels.

Art Meets Wine fundraiser: A great success!

For everyone who had a part in Art Meets Wine in the High Desert this year, thank you. It takes many hands to pull off an event like this. A special thanks to all the local businesses who sponsored this event. If you donated wine for the wine wall, or an item for the auction, or you volunteered at the live event, you are appreciated. We could have done without the flash hail storm, but perhaps the winemakers got more time to talk about their wines and wineries, and participants had more time inside to peruse auction items.

Many bought tickets for themselves or for a friend, participating in the virtual or live events. Although these are great social experiences, participation in this fundraiser supports the mission of the Sunriver Women’s Club. This event generated a significant amount of money for the SRWC Community Grant Program which makes a meaningful difference in the lives of our neighbors in south Deschutes County.

Sunriver Art Fair selects artist Nanette Oleson for commemorative poster

Nanette Oleson’s painting

“River of Gold” was chosen as the Sunriver Art Fair’s 2023 commemorative poster. The poster is available for purchase at www.sunriverartfair.org or at the Sunriver Art Fair, Aug. 1113 in The Village at Sunriver. Oleson is an award-winning artist known for her dynamic brushwork and evocative impressionistic colors. She uses colors to create an excitement and energy that makes her artwork come alive. Oleson’s paintings resonate with passionate joy, inspired by her love of gardening, the koi ponds in her yard and frequent wilderness hikes accompanied by her energetic border collie. She believes art is a portal to the soul to energize, inspire and renew.

“The ability to create art comes to me as an unexpected surprise and a gift from God,” Oleson said. “I want my paint-

ings to reflect the joy he has given me in being alive.”

As a school counselor, Oleson brought in artists to inspire every child’s own gifts. She never knew she had an artistic ability until a chance encounter with a stranger who offered to teach her, which unlocked a portal of color and energy waiting to explode.

Oleson will display her paint-

'River of Gold' by Nanette Oleson

Fly Tying Corner: Glass bead black assassin

By Phil Fischer

Glass Bead Black Assassin

Hook: 609, size 14-18

Thread: Ultra 140 Denier, black

Tail: Whiting brahma hen, black

Weight: Glass seed bead, gunmetal

Rib: Medium wire, red

Body: 75% Cascade Crest Tools Euro-Seal, black

25% Arizona simi seal, Canadian black

Hackle: Whiting Coq De Leon hen wing in mottled gray

Tying instructions and steps are being published in video form, and can be found on the Sunriver Anglers Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ SunriverAnglers/, or at the following YouTube URL: https://youtu.be/SmUd5OnlfsQ. Experiment with this pattern during the caddis hatches on our local lakes throughout the summer and fall. If you have questions or would like additional information about the glass bead black assassin pattern, please email me. Or if you have suggestions on future patterns to feature in this column, I welcome your input. I can be reached at Philfischer@sbcglobal.net.

I have been experimenting with fly patterns on Crane Prairie throughout this summer. One fly that kept resurfacing in various fishing reports is Tom Loe’s assassin pattern. Loe is a guide in Central Oregon, who moved here from California. He has a great deal of still water expertise, and he is well-known for his patterns, including the assassin. The assassin is a caddis imitation, and there are prolific caddis populations in many of our local lakes, including Crane Prairie. I decided to discover if the hype about the assassin is valid. After the first fishing trip, this fly is now a permanent fixture in my fly box, as it has been responsible for numerous nice rainbows on Crane Prairie. This pattern is tied in a variety of colors, and mirrors the caddis pupa bird’s nest pattern, developed by Cal Bird from the 1950s. This pattern is popular in black, dark brown, olive and tan. In the lighter olive and tan colors, it is an excellent imitation for callibaetis nymphs. In the darker colors and smaller

sizes, it is an excellent imitation for both caddis and midge pupa. For my version of the black assassin, I modified the original pattern slightly. Rather than a solid black dubbing for the body of the fly, I used a blend of black and Canadian black simulated seal. This adds color and texture to the pattern. And for the hackle, the original pattern uses lemon wood duck, and I substituted a mottled gray Coq de Leon hen feather. Lastly, weight this fly to your preference. It can be tied weight-free, with a glass bead to enable it to sink slowly, with some non-toxic wire to speed up the sink rate, or with a brass or tungsten bead to get the fly to depth quickly.

I fish this pattern under a strike indicator as the dropper fly in tandem with a black balanced leech, which is the subject of an earlier Fly Tying Corner article from July 2020 Anglers Newsletter (YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/JIdr0z tMMkQ). This pair of flies was especially effective as fish congregated in the channels on Crane Prairie during the heat of summer. The leech pattern is weighted, and the assassin is lightly weighted and sinks slowly to act like the natural caddis pupa. As fall approaches and the water cools, try this pattern on a midge tip line and retrieve it slowly on the shallows and flats on Crane Prairie

The Sunriver Anglers will meet at 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, July 5 in the Crescent Room at SHARC.

Guest speaker is Frank Turek, who will discuss the state of the Crooked River following the severe water shortages of 2022. Turek is the former chairman of Kokanee Karnival Youth Education Program. Currently,

Kokanee Karnival involves 30 schools throughout Central Oregon, reaching more than 1,000 students, teachers and parents. The program’s success is directly attributable to the dozens of volunteers and resource agency staff, including the SRA, who donate about

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Fly fishermen on the Crooked River

Mosquitoes getting everyone a-buzzin’

By Susan Berger, Sunriver Scene

The buzz of mosquito has to be one of the most irritating noises on the planet. That high-pitched whine is enough to send anyone running – arms flailing in an attempt to fight off a seemingly invisible foe.

In some years, the mosquitoes in and around Sunriver can quickly spoil one’s summer fun. As part of our natural environment, only so much can be done to battle these stabby, buzzing insects.

Thankfully, Sunriver has Four Rivers Vector Control District (FRVCD) on its side to help combat these pesky bugs. Prior to the district’s formation in 1986, the mosquitoes would be so bad “you couldn’t even go outside.”

The Sunriver Owners Association fields calls from owners who feel mosquito levels around their home are beyond a tolerable level, which is reported directly to Four Rivers. The association, and other nearby communities, contract annually with the control district to perform mosquito abatement. The district’s range is more than 20 square miles – starting near Benham Falls, around Sunriver and the greater Three Rivers neighborhoods to La Pine State Park and Quail Run

golf course.

“During the past years of drought conditions, the mosquitoes never stopped laying eggs,” said Myles Bowlin of Four Rivers Vector Control.

“When you can see standing water in areas where there has not been water for many years, you know there is going to be a very large amount of mosquitoes in every hatch.”

Unfortunately, a mosquito can fly 10 to 20 miles looking for a blood meal, which only females require for egg development to hatch the next generation. Mosquitoes generally feast on flower nectar, juices and decaying matter.

Four Rivers’ mosquito-battling fleet includes fogging trucks, a helicopter, drones, boats and staff on the ground to apply larvacide and/or fog to help eliminate larvae and adult-flying mosquitoes.

Adult mosquito fogging can only be done effectively after sunset when the temperature

is 55 degrees or higher, winds no higher than 8 mph, and no rain is expected. In cooler temperatures, the mosquitoes will “bed down.” The fogging product must come into direct contact with a flying mosquito or it is ineffective.

The active adultacide ingredient is permethrin and is registered with the Environmental

3,000 hours of service each year.

The Crooked River fishery experienced a significant challenge last fall when water flows were drastically reduced due to low reservoir levels behind Bowman Dam. Many local anglers were concerned about the long-term effects of this condition on the health of the fishery. Turek will offer his perspectives on this series of events and discuss what the future may be for the river.

Last month, members supported Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing June 19-23. Several members hosted six veterans including two members from Bend for three days of fishing on Paulina Lake, the Fall River and Crane Prairie reservoir. Several members donated lodging, prepared meals and guiding service for the veterans. For more information on

the PHWFF, please visit www. projecthealingwaters.org.

The Anglers meet will at 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 2 in Crescent Room at SHARC. Yancy Lind will return to the Anglers to discuss streamer fishing for trout.

People interested in learning more about the Anglers should visit www.SunriverAnglers.org or www.facebook.com/Sunri verAnglers

ings at the Sunriver Art Fair, where she will happily autograph the 2023 commemorative poster.

The Sunriver Art Fair is sponsored by the Sunriver Women’s Club, and net proceeds support nonprofits in south Deschutes County. To view more of Oleson’s art, visit www.nanetteole son.com Visit www.sunrivera rtfair.org for information.

Mosquito perched on a blade of grass, waiting to annoy its next victim

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Let’s pull together to defeat noxious weeds in Sunriver

SROA NEWS – Spotted knapweed is Sunriver’s most common noxious weed and controlling it is an on-going battle, as these unwelcomed invaders produce hundreds to thousands of seeds per plant, and can be introduced and spread through wind, water, wildlife and frequently (albeit inadvertently) by humans when seeds are carried on shoe or tire treads. Without dedicated and continuous management, noxious weeds like knapweed can quickly conquer a landscape. Similar to the efforts owners take to control noxious weeds on their private properties, the Sunriver Owners Association takes steps to control noxious weeds on hundreds of acres of common areas annually. Dedicated inspections, spot spraying and lots of pulling and digging are some of the strategies staff use to keep noxious weeds in check on commons. Just as SROA staff support owners with noxious weed control by performing inspections and notifying owners if noxious

weeds have been discovered on their properties, Sunriver owners have been great partners by pulling together to control

noxious weeds on commons.

Community participation in SROA’s 23 rd annual War on Weeds (WOW) is critical once again this summer to continue to defend the natural beauty of Sunriver. Owners are invited to participate in WOW between Aug. 1-14, 2023. The two-week program is designed to maximize flexibility, convenience and ease of participation for volunteers.

Starting July 1, volunteers can sign up on the SROA

website to participate in War on Weeds anytime between Aug. 1-14 (when spotted knapweed is expected to be in bloom – at its most visible and easiest to pull). Volunteers set their own schedules within the extended project period and can indicate the areas in which they are most interested in working. Maps showing locations where noxious weeds are known to be present on commons will be shared with volunteers as well as identification tips and pulling instructions. Bags –provided by SROA’s partner SOLVE – and temporary parking permits can be picked up in the foyer of the SROA Administrative Building, which is open 24/7. All volunteers will be entered to win raffle prizes, including gift cards to local shops and restaurants.

“Even just an hour of pulling knapweed as a WOW volunteer can have a big impact,” Patti Gentiluomo, SROA’s director of natural resources, said. “We are so grateful for the support of the Sunriver community in controlling noxious weeds on commons.”

Visit www.sunriverowners. org/noxiousweeds to volunteer. Contact SROA’s Natural Resources Department at 541-593-1522 or naturalresources@srowners.org with questions or for more information.

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ally looking at the final image through the glass that it was painted on. As if that isn’t enough, each piece reflects Chapman’s love for animals and nature and is absolutely guaranteed to make you smile. Her enamel glass pieces range from jewelry to delicate glass containers, wall art and much more.

Artist Mat Garriott uses traditional hand-forged techniques to make his jewelry pieces. For example, a ring is made from sterling silver and 2.5mm garnets and set in a fishtail technique to better reflect light in the faceted edges. A bangle bracelet is crafted with sterling silver features sapphires and a diamond. Garriott also creates custom pieces.

The Artists’ Gallery is in building 19 in the Sunriver Village VisitArtistsGallerySun river.com or call 541-593-4382 for more information.

SROA NEWS – The Sunriver Owners Association will soon be working on the 2024 Owner Guide & Directory and is looking for photos to grace the cover and inside pages.

Send us your striking sunsets, snow-covered meadow, river float, wildlife, wildflowers or other scenic imagery – so long as it’s within Sunriver. Images will be selected based on quality and composition.

Keep your camera ready and start taking photos! The Turn to Photos, page 21

Campbell, Broker 541-480-8565 acampbell@sunriverrealty.com

Smith, Broker ABR,CRS,GRI,SRES,RSPS 541-771-7757 gsmith@sunriverrealty.com

The two main noxious weeds threatening Sunriver are spotted knapweed (left) and Dalmatian toadflax (right). These are not your average, garden-variety weeds.

Meet the Sunriver Music Festival maestro

Hailed for presenting engaging, in-depth explorations of thoughtfully curated programs, American conductor Brett Mitchell is in consistent demand on the podium at home and abroad. In September 2021, he was named the Sunriver Music Festival’s artistic director and conductor. As excitement rises for his second full season in Bend and Sunriver in August, let’s learn a bit more about the maestro:

Q: As artistic director of Sunriver Music Festival, what do you try to accomplish when you curate the summer season of music?

A: Orchestras can and should be a welcoming place for every kind of audience member. We have the four classical programs that are the cornerstone of our season, but there's also a Pops performance and a Discover the Symphony concert for our youngest fans every season, too. I grew up loving so many different kinds of music that it really influences the broad array of repertoire we perform at the festival.

Q. Can you tell us more about the Sunriver Music Festival Orchestra?

A. We have a truly fantastic, fully professional orchestra that comes from all over the country to Bend and Sunriver for two weeks each summer. Throughout the rest of the year, our musicians can be found playing in orchestras across the country, many in leadership and principal positions. One of our greatest points of pride is the long relationships we have with our musicians, some of whom have now been with us for more than 40 years!

Q. Do you have favorite symphonies that you love to conduct more than others? If so, will you share which ones?

A. I'm really lucky in that I tend to fall in love with whatever pieces I'm studying or conducting at the moment. That said, I do have personal preferences, and have always been very drawn to the hyperromantic music of Gustav Mahler. I first discovered it as a teenager and have never looked back. I'm truly thrilled that we're presenting his Symphony No. 4 in Sunriver this summer on Aug. 14.

Q. What makes Sunriver special to you?

A. I spent a lot of time in Oregon when I was growing up; I'm originally from Seattle, but my mom is from Oregon, and her whole family still lived there when I was small. I've got more great memories than I can count of things like visiting Crater Lake, tubing down the Rogue River, and going Turn to Maestro, page 21

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Rare, single level, 1634 sf, 4BR, 3BA, with a private entrance suite, many newer upgrades, 2 ½ car garage, large deck, well maintained home on a large corner lot, convenient to SHARC and Village.

Festival maestro Brett Mitchell will begin his second full concert season this August.

2023 Candidates to the SROA Board of Directors

Why are you seeking a seat on the SROA board of directors?

I have been coming to Sunriver since 1975 with my parents and brothers. Its uniqueness, beauty and tranquility was (and still is….) mesmerizing.

I want to use my skills as a board member to help maintain Sunriver and its uniqueness and beauty for my family and future generations – as it was intended since 1968 by its founders.

Sunriver is a special place, and it needs vSunriver is a special place, and it needs volunteers with a variety of skills and a tremendous amount of time to dedicate to serving. I have enjoyed serving the past three years as a board member and this past year as treasurer.

I will continue to devote the time needed to stay informed on issues, visit with owners, and volunteer for additional board roles as an officer, and task force or work group liaison.

I would be honored to continue to serve as a member of your board.

I would like to be re-elected to the board so we can continue some of the projects that have been started to improve our community as well as hopefully initiate new ones.

The past few years we have updated Sunriver’s Ladder Fuels Reduction plan, created a proposal for a new parks and recreation plan, as well as an updated Design Manual that has been implemented. Continuing those projects and others that will arise makes me proud to be a part of this board.

SROA is a unique community with a unique form of governance. Having served on the SROA Board of directors since 2020 I believe I possess the knowledge, skills and experience that can be of continued benefit to Sunriver.

I enjoy being part of an organization that remains focused on its Mission Statement while continuing to move toward new possibilities without losing sight of what makes Sunriver special. I have a strong interest in “community building.”

Working with the board, staff, community volunteers and homeowners has been quite rewarding and I would appreciate an opportunity to continue to serve our community.

What professional or volunteer experiences do you bring that will enhance the board of directors?

• Skilled business leader: Former President of Grocery Outlet, Inc., one of the West Coast’s largest grocery store chains.

• Proven leader in difficult times: Commander, United States Navy, 28 years of service.

• Government experience: Former state legislator, chair of several committees, former chair of the Oregon Republican Party.

• Board member of several nonprofits.

• Small businessman: Owner of Tiernan and Associates; 40 years attorney and member of the Oregon State Bar for 42 years.

The best experience is having served on the SROA Board during the past three years. The depth of knowledge regarding Sunriver issues developed by being involved is very beneficial.

Prior to retirement I was an investment financial advisor for 38 years. I helped investors set financial goals, researched and recommended alternative strategies, implemented and reviewed plans. These are skills I believe are useful in dealing with Sunriver issues.

Throughout my career I have volunteered/served with several different organizations including a community hospital board for 10 years, and their foundation board 20 years including 10 years as chair.

I have served on other boards during my career, and I have done volunteer work here in Sunriver such as Sunriver You.

I think it’s a good idea to have a range of experiences and knowledge from all members of the board and I feel that I can bring my own perspective to those decisions.

I possess an extensive history of orgI possess an extensive history of organizational leadership in the public sector.

I am a current director on the SROA Board, having served as vice president & assistant secretary, on numerous task forces, work groups & liaison to chartered committees. Previously, I served on the Infrastructure & Amenities Task Force and the General Manager Recruitment Task Force.

I have an in-depth knowledge of policies, services and community engagement efforts as well as the current and future needs of Sunriver.

My history of collaboration, organizational development, strategic planning, community engagement and listening skills are applicable to board responsibilities.

What issues would you like the board to address in the next three years?

• Maintain the 55 year uniqueness and rich traditions of Sunriver as one of the most beautiful and scenic communities in the United States.

• Maintain the safety, security and livability of Sunriver for its fulltime residents and for those, like me and my family, who use it as their “get away,” escape and place to relax, experience the tranquility and come together as a family.

• Keep Sunriver affordable while protecting our environment and the tranquility of Sunriver.

• Continue work on the Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan. Staff and volunteers need to prioritize the next steps to develop within a workable budget. I have volunteered to be a board liaison to the group formed to develop a dog park recommendation.

• A Transient Room Task Force is working to secure a portion of the $6 million in transient room taxes paid by Sunriver rentals to be dedicated to Sunriver and the Sunriver Service District. I have been serving on this task force and would like to continue working on this project.

• Continue attention to fiscal responsibility and transparency with Sunriver finances. As treasurer I have tried to keep owners informed on fiscal matters.

I think we need to move forward on the parks and recreation plan proposals and figure a way to improve our experiences here for both full time residents as well as part time and visitors. There will always be improvements that can be accomplished and I’m sure there will be new opportunities that come up.

• Continue SROA on solid financial footing with continued building of reserve funds.

• Develop an SROA Strategic Plan, thinking toward the future of Sunriver as challenges and opportunities arise.

• Address Wildland Urban Interface issues (wildfire).

• Begin implementation of Parks & Recreation Task Force recommendations.

• Complete IT efforts including the TDS Bulk Services Agreement and implementation of the IT Task Force recommendations for improved operations and security.

• Complete the new Public Works building

• Continue and expand homeowner participation.

• Make a final decision on the Recycling Center.

BOB TIERNAN CLARK PEDERSON SCOTT GILLIES BILL BURKE

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Protection Agency for use in mosquito control. When applied correctly, permethrin does not pose any risk to humans, pets or the environment. It is a common ingredient in flea and tick collars, head lice shampoo and garden pest control products.

Even if vector control was in Sunriver every day, there would still be mosquitoes, but it would certainly be much worse without any control efforts. The mosquito season is generally over in September.

“These hatches are not a onetime thing” Bowlin said. “A mosquito’s lifecycle is staggered from egg, four stages of larvae, pupae and then adult – all in a matter of days. Adults are popping out numerous times every day by the millions.”

Mosquitoes are part of living in a riverfront community and, regardless of how well they are controlled, there would still be mosquitoes, but it would

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submission deadline is Oct. 31. Submit entries to susanb@ srowners.org. For more information, call 541-585-2937.

Image submission requirements:

· Photos must be of subjects within in Sunriver

· Scenic-type images only; no people

· Entrants may submit up to four images

· Must be high resolution (200-300dpi) digital image (no prints)

· Photo should be of good exposure and in focus

· Send un-cropped and unedited files. Any required editing/ cropping will be done during the guide’s layout process

If images are large, you may need to send each one in a separate email or put the files on a thumb drive and bring it to the Scene office at the SROA admin building (57455 Abbot Drive)

SROA reserves the right to use submitted images in future publications and/or marketing purposes

SROA reserves the right to reject an image(s)

· Submission deadline is Oct. 31

· Please include the following with your entry: name, place of residence, contact phone number and image title or explanation of subject matter in each image.

be much worse if Four Rivers wasn’t doing what they’re doing. There are ways that a property owner can help in the mosquito battle. Here are some tips for controlling mosquitoes around your own property.

What you can do

Remove watery habitats. Mosquitoes can lay eggs in as little as 1/4 inch of water.

· Eliminate standing water in rain gutters, flowerpots, buckets, tarps, spa and patio furniture covers, toys or other containers where water can collect, and mosquitoes can lay their eggs.

· Empty and change the water in bird baths, pet water bowls, fountains, wading pools, rain barrels and potted plant trays every few days.

· Keep pond, hot tub and pool water treated and circulating.

Reduce your mosquito exposure

Stay inside during the evening and early morning hours when mosquitoes are most active. The most common mosquito in this area is

the aedes vexans, which can be active at all hours.

· Use repellent products with Deet or Picaridin and follow label directions and precautions closely. Natural lemon eucalyptus oil may also deter mosquitoes.

· Use head nets and wear loose-fitting, light-colored long sleeve shirts and long pants in areas with high mosquito populations.

· Make sure window and door screens are bug tight.

· Replace outdoor lights with yellow bug lights that tend to attract fewer mosquitoes than ordinary lights. However, yellow lights are not repellents.

· Avoid using a bug zapper as it will also kill beneficial bugs that may feed on mosquitoes.

Did you know?

· Mosquitoes are attracted to the carbon dioxide you exhale and can detect it up to 55 yards away.

· Mosquitoes do not “feed” on blood. Only the female requires a blood “meal” for the development of her eggs.

Most adult mosquitoes feed on flower nectar, juices and decaying matter for energy.

· A single female can lay 100 to 300 eggs at a time and average 1,000 to 3,000 offspring during her lifespan.

· A mosquito develops from egg to adult in four to eight days.

· Most mosquitoes remain within a one-mile radius of their breeding site but can migrate up to 20 miles.

· The average life span of a female mosquito is three to 100 days. Males live only 10 to 20 days.

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continued from page 19 to the Josephine County Fair. To be able to spend a couple weeks making world-class music and enjoying the scenery back in Oregon every summer – particularly now that my wife and I have a little one of our own – is really a dream come true.

For Mitchell’s extensive professional biography and for tickets to Sunriver Music Festival’s Aug. 7-14 concert series in Bend and Sunriver, visit sunrivermusic.org.

High Desert Museum July events, opening of Art in the West exhibit

The High Desert Museum is located about 10 minutes north of Sunriver off Highway 97. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For information, visit www.highdesertmuseum. org or call 541-382-4754.

Daily schedule

All daily talks are free with museum admission.

• Natural History Walk, 10 a.m. Join a naturalist for a walk on museum grounds to learn about the diverse habitats that support an abundance of plants and animals in the region.

• Horses on the Range, 10:30 a.m. There are an estimated 95,000 free-roaming horses throughout the West. Where did they come from, how are they managed and

what impact do they have on High Desert ecosystems?

• Raptors of the Desert Sky, 11:30 a.m. Be awed by the beauty and power of free-flying raptors. Learn all about birds of prey as they soar close enough to raise the hairs on your head. Weather permitting. Tickets must be purchased from admissions by 11 a.m. Members, children and seniors $5, non-members $7, plus admission. Ages 2 and younger are free.

• Otter Encounter, 12:30 p.m. Explore the role this charismatic animal plays in riparian ecosystems of the High Desert. Where are they found? What do they eat? How are they an indicator of a healthy river community?

• High Desert Fish Tales, 1:30 p.m. Healthy populations of fish have sustained economies and ecosystems in the High Desert for thousands of years. Discover the surprising diversity of native fish, their importance to our communities and why we must work together to restore them to the landscape.

• Wolves in the High Desert, 2 p.m. At one time, the entire High Desert was habitat for the gray wolf. Exterminated in the 1900s, the apex predator is now staging a comeback. Learn about the biology of wolves, their role in natural ecosystems and the challenges communities are working to overcome as they return home.

• Desert Dwellers, 3 p.m. We share the High Desert with an amazing diversity of wildlife. Explore the adaptations that enable our wild neighbors to thrive while learning about their conservation from our animal ambassadors.

• Bird of Prey Encounter, 4 p.m. Meet a nonreleasable raptor in the museum’s care. Learn about the unique natural history of different species, their role in the environment and what you can do to ensure their future on the landscape.

• 1904 High Desert Ranch and Sawmill, 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Meet Central Oregonians of the past as they welcome you into interactive history. Explore how a family lived and supported itself in the High Desert.

Exhibitions

• Art in the West, opening

July 8

Art in the West is an annual juried exhibition and silent auction featuring traditional and contemporary art that celebrates the landscapes, wildlife, people, cultures and history

of the High Desert – a region that stretches from the eastern slope of the Cascades and Sierras to the Wyoming Basin and Colorado Plateau. Fall in love with your favorite pieces and take home a piece of the High Desert.

• “Vistas del Cielo” through Nov. 26

Multi-disciplinary artist Justin Favela (b. Nevada 1986) explores the relationships between identity and place while examining notions of authenticity and pop culture. With an emphasis on Latinx experiences, Favela often uses familiar piñata materials to make large-scale, immersive sculptures. In a new site-specific installation, Vistas del Cielo subverts the museum displays of old and illuminates the High Desert landscape as known by the vaqueros, braceros and traqueros who have worked, roped and ranched throughout the region’s history. Free with museum admission.

• “Creations of Spirit” through Oct. 1

For many Native communities throughout the High Desert, what constitutes art spans beyond the walls of a gallery or a museum. Objects are alive, tied to purpose and intrinsic to thriving communities. Art is at once utilitarian and ceremonial, as well as part of the continuation of Native traditions. Experience artwork by Indigenous Plateau artists created to gather roots, be worn in ceremonies and teach future generations. It shares the meanings cultural items hold to Plateau people and their purpose and ongoing relationships with contemporary communities. Free with museum admission. Learn about the museum’s exhibits by visiting at high desertmuseum.org

‘Painted Hills’ by Manoles-Taylor will be on display as part of the Art in the West exhibit.

Upcoming events in Sunriver

The Village at Sunriver July events

• Fourth of July Festival and Bike Parade: Celebrate Independence Day the Sunriver way with The Village at Sunriver. Sign up to ride in the bike parade from SHARC to the Village where you can spend the day playing carnival-style games, riding the Alpine Express trackless train, playing miniature golf, enjoying live performances, eating delicious food and much more. Visit VillageAtSunriver. com/Events for more details and to sign up for the parade.

• Sunriver Car Show: Stroll through the decades at the annual Sunriver Car Show in The Village at Sunriver on Saturday, July 22. Sign up to show off your ride or attend for free and vote on the best in show cars. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your space for your chance to enter and win. For more details, and to register your car, visit VillageAtSunriver.com/events.

Blood Drive on July 10

Community Bible Church in Sunriver is hosting a blood drive on July 10, noon to 5 p.m.

Donors will need to make an appointment by calling 800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood. org and enter SunriverCommunity to schedule. Donors can also save time by visiting www.redcross blood.org/rapidpass to complete a pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of your appointment.

‘Twists and Turns’ theme of Vacation Bible School

The Community Bible Church at Sunriver is hosting its yearly Vacation Bible School from 9 a.m. to noon Monday, July 24 through Friday, July 28.

“Twists and Turns” is this year’s theme, and “Following Jesus changes everything” is the motto.

Children ages 4 and 5 years old and in first through sixth grades are invited to participate in Bible lessons, educational games and fun times.

Family members are invited to attend at closing ceremony at 11:45 a.m. Friday, July 28, followed by a barbecue.

Parents or guardians can register their children by visiting www.cbcsunriver.org, clicking on Ministries, where they will find the link for Vacation Bible School.

Community Bible Church at Sunriver is located at 1 Theater Drive. Call 541-593-8341 for additional information.

SUNRIVER PATHWAY SAFETY

Pass safely on the left after giving an audible warning to those ahead

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Rotarians and their guests enjoy a night in the tropics

By Lee Haroun

Fresh flower leis flown in from Hawaii; strolling ukulele players Meagan Iverson (the Rotray Club’s president) and Jeff Woodruff; along with flowered shirts and dresses set the scene for Rotary’s tropical-themed fundraiser in the Great Hall in May.

The 135 guests who attended were invited to participate in silent and live auctions and a wine wall and raffle and have their photos taken in a booth with a beach scene backdrop. They could then browse dozens of great silent auction items and enjoy a three-course dinner with complimentary wine. Each guest also received a package of Mauna Loa macadamia nuts.

Co-chairs Kaylyn Bautista and Alan Zalewski are to be commended for leading the

The weekly meeting is at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday at Sunriver Resort Hearth Room. Visit www.sunriver-lapine rotary.org to learn more.

club in putting together a truly wonderful event.

This annual happening provides the Sunriver-La Pine Rotary Club with funds to support local nonprofits and provide post-high school education scholarships to graduating La Pine High School seniors. This year, we raised more than $50,000 that will enable us to continue serving our community.

We are grateful for our spon-

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sors, without whom we could not have had this success. Sincere thanks to AmeriTitle, Bennington Properties, First Interstate Bank, Midstate Electric and St. Charles Health. Sponsoring our happy hour were Tallus Capital Management and Sunriver Stars Community Theater. The guests of the Sunriver Stars surprised everyone by coming as the castaways from the TV series “Gilligan's Island.”

The live auction, led by Sid Voorhees, featured a number of wonderful items including a wine tasting adventure at Faith Hope & Charity Vineyards, four nights at a beach house in Yachats, a baked halibut dinner with wine pairings for four guests and a new paddle board. Guest speakers share the value of Rotary Presentations were given to demonstrate how the local community has benefitted from Rotary’s fundraising efforts. Connie Montgomery from La Pine Elementary and Tim Broadbent from Three Rivers Schools explained the

many positive benefits of the Gift of Literacy program in which children are given books they can keep, an opportunity many of them do not otherwise have.

Kara Tachigawa, the executive director of the MountainStar Family Relief Nursery, shared a heartwarming video showing how this organization helps vulnerable parents, especially single mothers, to create stable and healthy homes for their children.

And Jace Earls, a La Pine High School 2022 scholarship recipient, described his successful first year at the University of Alabama where he is working toward a business management degree that he can apply working in a sports-related business.

Some of the guests attend year-after-year in support of Rotary.

Susan Inman, a member of the Sunriver Music Festival board and Sunriver Stars, said that although she is not a Rotarian, “I love to support Rotary and what they are doing. Rotary has been kind and

supportive to the Sunriver Stars by giving us a grant to help us provide a free drama camp for local children.”

She also told me that her father was a dedicated Rotarian, so it has always been on her mind. When Inman and her late husband, Jerry, were living in Tokyo and Susan’s father visited, their schedule had to include his visit to a Rotary meeting.

Robin Burford is another regular attendee. Her late husband, Mark, was an active member serving as club president and spearheading the club’s purchase of vans for Mi Casa Kids, a home for orphans and abandoned children in El Salvador.

Burford said she was inspired and humbled by the testimonials of those who had received Rotary grants.

About donating to the club, she told me, “I trust that my money will be used wisely in the local community.”

The club thanks everyone who attended the fundraiser, and hope to see you next year.

Left to right, back row: The Professor, Alan Zalewski; Ginger, Victoria Kristy; Mary Ann, Ricki Gunn; The Skipper, Kevin Long; Thurston Howell III, Tom Hansen; Lovey, Robyn Hansen. Front row: Rich Mundy as Gilligan.

Furry friends can cause distracted driving; here’s how to keep your eyes on the road

Summer road trip season is heating up. Whether your vacation plans include national parks, sandy beaches or major metropolises, you may be thinking of bringing the entire family along, even your furry friends.

While we love having them near, dogs aren’t always safe passengers.

A recent poll commissioned by Selective Insurance found that in the past 12 months, dogs caused a majority of drivers to be distracted on U.S. roadways.

The study, conducted online by The Harris Poll, found that of licensed drivers who recently (over the last 12 months) drove with their dogs, 91% admitted to interacting with them while driving, including interactions requiring the driver to take their hands off the wheel or eyes off the road, and 48% acknowledged that they are more distracted when their dog is in the vehicle than when it is not.

“We love our dogs. However, some of their behaviors in the car, such as sitting on drivers’ laps, jumping between seats, or sticking their heads out the window, divert drivers’ attention from operating a vehicle,” said Scott Smith, vice president and director of Safety Management at Selective Insurance. “To help keep our roads safe, drivers need to minimize distractions. That means our beloved pet passengers should be restrained in the back seat, and if they need tending, drivers should first pull over to a safe place.”

Some of the more hazardous behaviors that drivers engaged in while recently on the road with their dog include giving them food/treats/water (36%), taking a photo/video of their dog (27%) or holding them in place (23%) while driving. In addition, 40% of drivers who have ever driven with their dog confessed to various reckless driving behaviors as a direct result of having their dog in the vehicle, including swerving out of the lane (11%) and hard braking (13%).

This summer, as you head out with your dog on journeys near and far, help minimize driving distractions in your

vehicle with these tips from Selective Insurance:

• Have your dog ride in the back seat and consider using a partition between the front and back seats.

• Use a dog seatbelt, safety harness or anchored crate to

prevent distractions and provide your dog with some protection if there is an accident.

A significant 70% of licensed drivers who recently drove with their dogs say their dogs were unrestrained in the vehicle.

Yet, 82% of drivers who

recently drove with their dogs agree that having an unrestrained dog in a moving vehicle can distract the driver.

Not using a restraint is risky and could put you in violation of the law. Some states have animal restraint laws for vehicles to help keep drivers safe and focused.

However, only 24% of licensed drivers who recently drove with their dogs say they are very familiar with such laws in their state.

That’s compared to 34% who say they didn’t know these laws existed.

• Plan ahead and identify rest stops along your route so you and your dog can take a break. If you need to make an unplanned stop, avoid the side

of the road and instead look for a quiet parking lot. Use these occasions to give your dog food, a little exercise and most importantly in summer, plenty of water.

“More pets in homes, especially with the introduction of the pandemic puppy, means more Americans than ever may be hitting the roads with their pooch on road trips this summer. Drivers should understand the risks associated with taking them along for the ride,” Smith said.

For additional survey findings, along with tips to keep roadways safe and K-9 companions secure, visit Selective. com.

–Source: StatePoint

Mountain Meadow Quilters host Sunriver Quilt Fair in August

Members of the Mountain Meadows Quilters will display their work at an exhibit called “The Leaves They are a Fall’in” at the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 8.

“Leaves” is the theme for the applique exhibit. Members also will have quilts in the log cabin and Underground Railroad exhibits.

La Pine resident Denise Meese is an honored master quilter, and she will have a special exhibit showcasing her prolific and colorful quilting.

Meese has found time to serve as service quilt director for four years. Her car is always full of quilts headed to worthy causes.

A master quilter is chosen annually by guild members honoring outstanding quilting abilities and service to the guild.

Sunriver Quilt Show coming in August

Discover beautiful, handmade quilts at the 35th annual Sunriver Quilt Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 in The Village at Sunriver.

Sponsored by Mountain Meadow Quilters, members will highlight their quilt making skills by showcasing more than 150 colorful and creative quilts displayed outdoors and inside local businesses.

There will be some quilts for sale and more than 100 handcrafted potholders.

Quilters can find merchandise including used books, magazines, patterns and fabrics at the Thrifty Quilter Bargains booth. The proceeds support the guild’s educational activities, including making it possible to donate hundreds of quilts

to Central Oregon nonprofit organizations. Admission and parking are free.

The show’s highlight is an exhibit featuring quilts based on author Craig Johnson’s “Walt Longmire” books. The quilts also will be displayed when Johnson visits Saturday, Sept. 9 to promote his new book, “The Longmire Defense.” The Longmire quilts will be displayed at Sunriver Books & Music in The Village at Sunriver. Become a member

Mountain Meadow Quilts has about 100 quilt makers who meet twice a month in Sunriver and Bend to share ideas and learn more about quilting from local and nationally known quilters.

For information or to join the guild, visit www.mountain meadowquilters.org.

SageBrushers Art Society exhibits at church gallery

SageBrushers Art Society brings a multi-media exhibit of paintings, prints and photographs to the Nancy McGrath Green Gallery in Sunriver. Featuring 30 artworks from 18 society members, viewers will be treated to a wide range of styles and subjects, including still-life, landscape, portrait and abstraction.

“SageBrushers work across the Central Oregon community to provide our artists with venues to showcase their work and to provide opportunities for the community to engage with these local artists,” said Sunriver resident Bette Butler who is a SageBrushers Art Society member and the show coordinator.

Art reception 4 to 6 p.m.

Saturday, July 8

“We’re excited to be in Sunriver for the summer.”

Community members are invited to an artists’ reception 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, July 8. The show will be on display July 8 to Sept. 29, with the gallery open 2 to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday (except Thursdays) and noon to 1:30 p.m. Sundays.

The gallery is in Sunriver Christian Fellowship, 18139 Cottonwood Rd. SageBrushers Art Society is Central Oregon’s oldest and largest arts organization with more than 160 members. Its mission is to increase skills and understanding of the fine arts in the community. The society maintains an art gallery, library and working studio at its facility. The nonprofit cooperative is managed by volunteers with funding from annual membership fees, workshop revenues, fundraising and grants.

Visit www.sagebrushersartof bend.com to learn more.

Mountain Meadows quilter Judy Johnson created the Longmire quilt, which will be on display in August and September.

‘Wandering River’ by Jack Bridges

Forest trails offer additional biking, hiking opportunities in Central Oregon

By Kristine Thomas

Village Bike & Ski co-owner

Kevin Sloan remembers when he and other mountain bikers had to ride on a dirt road to connect to the Central Oregon Trail Alliance’s trails at Wanoga Sno-Park.

Now, he can start at The Village at Sunriver, ride about 15 minutes to Cardinal Landing Bridge and have access to a network of mountain biking trails.

“Riders are now connected to hundreds of miles of trails starting in Sunriver and going to various destinations,” he said.

Sunriver Trail history

In the early 2000s, Sloan was one of many community members working with the U.S. Forest Service to develop mountain biking trails across Cardinal Landing Bridge.

In 2019, permission was granted to build trails and the south Deschutes County chapter of the Central Oregon Trail Alliance was formed.

Volunteers started construction on mountain biking trails including Swan Song for beginners, Roundabout and Afternoon Delight for intermediate riders and Royal Flush, a mile long jump trail for advanced riders. The Sunriver Trails now connect to the Wanoga and Cascade Lakes Welcome Station trail networks.

Sloan shared he has supported the project since its

inception because of his love of mountain biking and wanting other mountain bikers to have easy access to mountain biking trails. When people visit his shop, he shares information about the trails.

“I enjoy riding the trails and seeing how excited people are to have the different levels of trails,” he said. “There are beginning trails to one way flow and jump trails. The Sunriver Trails provide riders with many options to go as far as they want and get the experience they are seeking.”

He encourages mountain biking enthusiasts to get involved with the SoDeCo chapter.

“They are a really nice group of people. There are community and social events as well as work parties,” he said. “The members are super welcoming and it’s

fun and rewarding to work on the trails.”

SoDeCo welcomes everyone

SoDeCo chair Dan Youmans said local volunteers from Sunriver, La Pine and the Three River communities have dedicated countless hours to build and maintain the trails. There are volunteer opportunities for every skill set from keeping a section clear of pine cones to building trails.

“Currently, we’re working on building a new technical rock trail called Chain Reaction,” Youmans said.

Both Youmans and Sloan said a great deal of planning has gone into every trail to provide a wide variety of riding opportunities depending on the skill of the rider. There are currently six trails totaling 12 miles in the Sunriver Trail network.

“From beginner to advanced, all riders have the opportunity to have a fun and exciting ride in a beautiful forest on well-designed and well-built trails,” Youmans said.

Youmans is grateful to all the volunteers for their work on the trails, and businesses who have provided financial support.

“The funding for the machines to build the trails to the kiosks and trail signs came from local businesses,” he said. “We also received grants from Visit Central Oregon and the Deschutes Trail Coalition.”

He invites people to attend a chapter meeting, held on the fourth Tuesday of the month. Information about the meeting’s time and place can be found on Meet-up or COTA’s website at www.cotamtb.com.

Youmans said there are plans for developing new trails in south Deschutes County.

“We are moving to the maintenance phase of the Sunriver Trails, and we recently adopted La Pine State Park to do trail maintenance,” he said. “Our volunteers are dedicated to ensuring our trails are well maintained for people to enjoy a great riding experience.”

Trail building expert

Kyle Jameson is the owner Black Sage Dirt Works in Sunriver. Jameson, 35, has been riding mountain bikes since he was 11 years old and has been competing professionally since he was 18 years old.

He was building mountain bike trails across the United States, when he decided to start Black Sage Dirt Works to be closer to his wife and daughter. He does residential excavation work and builds trails only for specific clients.

“I only build trails that would be fun to build and fun to ride,” he said. “I like trails that have nice rollers, require agility, generate speed and have cool features.”

Jameson said the Sunriver Trails are a new frontier for mountain bikers. He enjoys working with the SoDeCo volunteers.

“They are a super cool group of people who enjoy mountain biking and giving back to their community,” Jameson said. For more information about volunteer opportunities, email dan.youmans@cota mtb.com

Above: SoDeCo volunteers work on the Chain Reaction trail.

Right: Mountain bikers explore Royal Flush.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF SODECO

The Sunriver Service District Managing Board held its regular meeting on June 15, 2023. Board members present: Jim Fister, John Shoemaker, Bill Hepburn, John Ralston, Robert Foster, Gerhard Beenen and Tony De Alicante.

SSD staff present: Police Chief Mike Womer, Interim Fire Chief Rod Bjorvik, Lt. Stephen Lopez, administrator Mindy Holliday.

Public input

–Sunriver office Kecia Weaver relayed a message from a person who wanted to thank Sunriver Police Chief Mike Womer and Lt. Stephen Lopez for saving their life.

–Interim Sunriver Fire Chief Rod Bjorvik presented a special pin from the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s office to engineer Nic Newcomb for his participation in fire suppression efforts during the 2020 Labor Day firestorms.

–Firefighters and police officers were also recognized for their service to the community as part of the recent police and firefighter appreciation week. “You are not just employees, you are a member of the community,” said Jim Fister, chair of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board.

Sunriver Service District board monthly meeting summary

Consent Agenda

–Approved SROA monthly invoice in the amount of $17,370.45.

–Approved invoice for CFONow in the amount of $5,525.95. This is the work to convert the district’s accounting services from SROA to Quickbooks.

Old business

–Public safety building update: A final design meeting was held in May and submitted building phase two to Kirby Nagelhout. The building permit from Deschutes County was expected at end of June. It was expected that construction crews would mobilize on the site after the July 4 holiday.

–Approved various funding requests for invoices totaling $10,293.60.

–Approved Geotech Construction Agreement invoice for $7,950.

–Reviewed monthly memo to Deschutes County Commissioners.

–Review of the SSD/SROA ground leases and police department amended lease was postponed to the July meeting as the final documents had not returned from legal counsel.

–Heard an update on the fire and police chief hiring processes. A dozen candidates came in for fire and three made

the top cut. Interviews of those candidates was to take place on June 26. The application date for the police chief was closing on July 11.

–Discussed the loan amortization schedule and the savings earned with equal amortization payments every month versus paying the interest every six months and the principal only once a year.

New business

–Approved May 2023 unaudited financials.

–Provided update on accounting, payroll and human resources services that will now be the responsibility of the district.

–An admin assistant may be required as administrator Holliday’s responsibilities continue to increase.

–Purchased SROA Recreation Plus Program cards and a twilight golf pass from Sunriver Resort as a benefit for full-time police and fire staff.

–Reviewed status of audit timeline by Moss Adams. The

2022/23 audit will start in late September.

Chief reports

Fire

–In May, there were 48 calls for the Sunriver Fire Department, which included 34 EMS calls, 1 hazardous condition, 3 motor vehicle crashes, 2 fire and 2 public service assistance calls.

–Trainings included EMS and company training. Water rescue training was scheduled.

–Firefighter/paramedic hiring efforts resulted in seven candidates with five moving forward.

–Specs are finished on the new ambulance and submitted to the company to construct but won’t be completed until 2026. The new ambulance will replace a 20 year old one and will include a safer interior design and increased exterior storage.

–Outreach activities included fire station tours and Kids Day participation.

Police

–In May, the Sunriver Police Department received 700 calls

for service, 42 of which were emergencies. Officers investigated 35 cases, 32 suspicious persons or prowlers, 8 lost/ found properties, conducted 125 traffic stops, provided 79 community-policing responses, there were 26 parking and 10 animal issues and 186 security checks.

–Katie Warren was introduced as the new administrative assistant to the chief. “She’s already a great addition to the team,” said chief Womer.

–Officers attended various training, including pistol mounted optic course.

–Met with the Resort to discuss issues at the Marina and will add extra patrols in that area.

–Seven bike patrol positions have been filled.

–An arrest was made for the graffiti vandal who sprayed “Jesus Loves U” around Sunriver. The crime is considered a felony due to the total cost for cleanup.

–Lt. Lopez presented active threat training to Redmond Police sergeants and command staff.

–The police vehicle upfitter is taking the department’s old vehicles in trade for equipment for the new police new cruisers. In the end, this trade will save the district some money.

–June siren testing was conducted, and all sirens are in working order.

–Outreach activities include Coffee with a Cop, Kids Day, firearm safety training and a talk at the chamber.

Administration

–The fire station admin office is closed and has moved to the police department during construction of the new building. Also worked on logistics for the June 22 groundbreaking ceremony.

–On track for conversion of payroll and accounting services from SROA to the district.

–Attended public hearing for

Safely enjoy all that Sunriver has to offer

By Jim Bennett, PIO Sunriver Fire Department

It’s the time of year when we make the transition to summer, with lots of welcomed visitors, green fairways, rushing rivers, hot days, cool nights and plenty of sunshine.

Over the last couple of months, we’ve focused our articles on wildfire season and being prepared. Our hope is that you have taken necessary steps to get ready for fire season by removing pine needles, dead branches and trees from your yard, cleaning your gutters and having a to-go bag – just in case.

There have been several prescribed burns in the last few weeks. While the visual of smoke rising from the forest or the irritation of smoke drifting in our windows can be unnerving at times, it is an important forest management strategy the U.S. Forest Service uses to reduce the potential for catastrophic wildfire. It also can promote healthy forest growth just as nature use to do.

We are now in full fire season and must be extra vigilant for the signs of smoke. Be sure to report any signs of fire and help protect our forests.

Now that it’s summertime, and we’ve welcomed all of our guests, we want to be sure that every one of us – from residents and part-time residents to visitors – that we are all on the same page to keep everyone safe.

Fire safety

Each summer, we receive phone calls for a variety of prohibited fires in Sunriver, including wood, barbecues, campfires and firepits. Fortunately, these fires do not end up getting out of control, but they certainly have the potential.

Wood and charcoal firepits and barbecues are not allowed outdoors in Sunriver.

Gas pellet and propane barbecues are still allowed, but please continue to be careful with them as a burning piece of food or grease from the barbecue or a barbecue tipping over onto flammable materials such as your wood deck or pine needles can be just as destructive.

Smoking is not permitted expect in your vehicle or on private property. Remember, it take only one cigarette butt to ignite the forest. Please douse all cigarette butts with water. Never toss cigarettes from your car.

Fireworks are prohibited in Sunriver. Let’s repeat that again – all fireworks are illegal in Sunriver. No exceptions. One spark could cause the entire community to start on fire. There are incredible firework displays in Bend and La Pine.

Bicycle, pedestrian safety

Every year, the Sunriver Police and Fire departments respond to a variety of bicycle and pedestrian accidents on

the pathways. The accidents could have easily been avoided if pedestrians and bicyclists had followed the rules. If you are going to use the pathways, please take the time to read and follow the rules including:

• Tell bikers and pedestrians you are passing on their left.

• Walk your bicycles through the tunnel gates.

• Skateboards, hoverboards, rollerblades and skates are prohibited on pathways.

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

• Ride, walk, run or jog on the right-hand side of the pathway.

• Class 1 pedal e-bikes are allowed. Throttle controlled

Sunriver Police Log

5-1 Took in a found bike near the Ranch Cabins and West Meadow pathway.

5-2 Responded to a cover request from ODFW at a non-injury

MVA on Highway 97 at milepost 146.

5-3 Officers discovered four individuals in the hot tub of the Caldera Springs Resort. Officers escorted Goldilocks and the Three Bears off the property.

5-3 Took in a leaf blower found near Fort Rock Park and Quartz Mountain Lane.

5-8 Responded to a domestic disturbance involving a firearm in unincorporated Deschutes County. The DCSO also responded and investigated the incident.

5-11 Officers attempted to stop a vehicle for speeding at more than 100 miles per hour. The vehicle did not stop and eluded the SRPD.

5-12 Dispatch advised they received a call from the RP, who stated they had left a gun behind at 10 Elk Lane during their visit to Sunriver. The weapon was later recovered and secured in the evidence room for safekeeping.

5-13 Officer located a vehicle unlawfully parked on Goldfinch. The vehicle was parked on the west side of Goldfinch, partially on the roadway and partially on the vegetation in violation of SROA Rules and Regulations Section 2.02. A citation was left under the vehicle’s windshield wiper.

5-13 A key ring which contained a BMW key fob as well as an Apple air tag was turned into the SRPD. The key ring was found near the Canoe Take Out.

5-16 Received a complaint that a former employee was to be indefinitely trespassed from the Sunriver Country Store and Sunriver Marketplace.

5-16 Officer responded to a theft and trespass at a new business in the Village – Massage of Central Oregon. A white male subject unlawfully entered the premise and stole several tools.

5-18 Department took a report of a hit and run in the Sunriver Resort Lodge parking lot.

5-22 A cell phone was found on the Sun Lava pathway Sunriver. It was released to the owner on May 23.

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Bicyclists should ride on the right side of the pathway and verbally alert other cyclists and pedestrians ahead of them they are passing on the left.

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Going camping? Tips for a trouble-free campfire this summer

Gathering around the campfire is a highlight for many visitors at Oregon State Parks and other campsites in Oregon.

If you follow some basic guidelines, you can enjoy this tradition safely and reduce the risk of injury and wildfires.

Wildfire is a real danger in Oregon despite the wet and snowy spring.

That’s why the number one precaution you can take is to follow posted fire restrictions.

At times, campfires and other open flames may be banned in campgrounds or on the beach.

Restrictions can happen at any time and with little warning, depending on conditions. Be sure to research conditions for the area near where you’re camping just before you head out.

Fire restrictions may be in place at the park, county or state level. The Oregon State Parks’ website will post the latest information about campfires in state parks.

Restrictions may be in place even though the park is far from any wildfires.

When wildfires rage, emergency responders and firefighters need to be on the front lines.

Campers are asked to do their part to make sure an emergency at the campground doesn’t pull resources from the statewide firefighting effort.

“If you’re camping with children or others who are new to outdoor recreation, it’s particularly important to review campfire safety practices,” said Chris Havel, Oregon Parks and Recreation Department associate director. “If you have a question or a concern, talk with a park ranger or camp host.”

Six tips for a safe and enjoyable campfire

1. Maintain campfire flames at knee height (no more than 2 feet high).

A smaller flame helps prevent embers from rising into the trees or dry vegetation. If you see the wind stirring up embers, play it safe and put the fire out.

2. Only build campfires in the existing fire ring in your campsite. Fire rings are placed in areas with buffer zones and

away from vegetation.

3. Always keep plenty of water on hand to safely put out the campfire. Douse the flames with water and stir the embers to make sure everything is wet. The stirring step is important: ash and wood debris often maintain heat. Repeat these steps until the fire no longer emits heat.

4. Beach campfires should be on open sand and away from driftwood or vegetation and use only natural wood,

rather than pallets or anything else that might have hidden nails or screws.

Slowly pour water on your beach fire to put it out. Pouring water too quickly can cause hot sand to fly up.

Don’t use sand to put out a beach fire. Covering the fire with sand will insulate the coals, keeping them hot enough to burn someone hours or days later.

5. For propane fire rings, follow the same safety pre -

cautions you would with a log-based campfire. The use of propane fire rings may be restricted depending on local conditions.

6. Make sure everyone in your campsite is familiar with campfire safety, including children.

Always keep an eye on your campfire; many accidental fires are started because campers left their fire unattended for “just a minute.”

In addition to keeping your campfire safe, it’s also important to make sure your wood is free from invasive insects to keep our forests safe from the deadly emerald ash borer and other pests.

Please do not bring firewood fr om outside the local area. Buy local firewood within 10 miles of your destination or buy certified heat-treated firewood. Information about recreation and wildfire safety is at www. keeporegongreen.org. Visit stateparks.oregon.gov for information about Oregon State Parks including fire restrictions and safety guidelines.

Other business

–The next regular meeting of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board is scheduled for Thursday, July 13, 3 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 6:10 p.m.

Approved meeting minutes are posted, as available, to www. sunriversd.org

Only build campfires in the existing fire ring in your campsite. Also check local regulations for any campfire restrictions.

the SSD budget at Deschutes County.

Sunriver Mens Golf Club: Sunriver Flight B excels in year’s first Resort Cup

By Paul J. Grieco

In a pleasant reversal of what had become an annual recurring nightmare of falling far behind on the opening Resort Cup round, the Sunriver Mens Club team instead fared well against its three Cup rivals –Black Butte, Widgi Creek and Eagle Crest – by scoring just one point behind Eagle Crest, one point ahead of Widgi Creek and 11 points ahead of the Black Butte team. Three monthly events remain in July at Eagle Crest, in August at Widgi Creek and finishing at home at the Woodlands course in September.

In the nearly two decades of Resort Cup competition, Sunriver has managed only one win in 2018.

There are 11 members on a team, which include one pro and 10 members from each resort. The 10 players are divided equally into lower (under 14.0 Index) and mid-higher handicap level Flights A and B. Using Stableford scoring, the pro’s score from each resort must count and the player with the lowest point score from each flight is eliminated, leaving

nine scores that count. Total team points are accumulated over the four meetings with the most points scored by the end of the season determining who gets to display the coveted Resort Cup for the next year.

As a testament to how difficult the Glaze Meadow course played – with rough patches in the fairways showing leftover ill effects from winter snows coupled with lightning-fast greens – the top three teams averaged just under 33 points per player, with 36 points being the equiv-

alent of shooting net even par. Remarkably, Sunriver’s B Flight outscored all the other B and A flights by netting 139 points (almost 35 points per player) as Don Larson and John Volkober relatively shot lights out (37 and 36 points, respectively), with Mike Stamler and Dick Korban nicely rounding out the B scores with admirable showings. Monty Montroy scored a tidy 33 points to lead the Sunriver A Flight. Montroy, Larson and Volkober were three of the six money winners who carded the overall lowest scores among all competitors.

Sunriver pro Dalton Chambers scored 37 points, tying for second among the pros. Well done, team!

Memorial Tournament on July 12; category leaders to date

In addition to regular weekly play, the next major event to look forward to is the hotly contested Memorial Tournament on July 12, featuring two-man teams vying for the coveted Brian Holmes Trophy, named for a beloved member who left us too soon in 2014 and is dedicated to

Sunriver Womens Golf: Welcome all golfers!

Have you ever wondered if golf is the right sport for you, but you are unsure how to start?

The Sunriver Women's Golf Association members (SWGA) invite you to join them for a fun summer of low-key events designed for the new or more casual golfer. SWGA is eager to grow its membership, and most of all develop new friendships

while having fun playing golf. SWGA weekly play is typically on Wednesdays. Each woman pays $5 to get into the game if she wants to participate in the winnings. It is not mandatory to join the game. You are welcome to just play 9 or 18 holes, whichever you like. This year, SWGA has added an occasional Thursday 9-hole event with no

members who have passed away in the past year. The trophy is a beautiful bronze sculpture of a green backed by fir trees, created by local artist Mark Crnich with the base designed by SRMGC member and creative woodworker Greg Cotton. Last year’s winners were Tom Woodruff and John Volkober.

Leading money winners so far in the league standings for weekly play are Scott Brown, John Volkober, Dan Burkhalter, Peter Knaupp and Lyndon Blackwell.

Leaders in the Ringerboard Series to date which accumulates an entrant’s best net and/ or gross scores on each hole for the year are: in the 0-15 Gross division: Lyndon Blackwell (-4), Peter Knaupp (-3), Scott Brown (-2), Jeff Corey (-1) and Don Wright (-1); in the 0 – 15 Net division: David Murray (-16), Scott Rigby (-15), Jim Montroy (-14), Don Gillet (-13); Jeff Johnson (-13); in the 16 – 36 Gross division:

Dan Burkhalter (+5), Jim Zant (+6), Paul Grieco (+8), John Volkober (+8), Mike Stamler (+9) and Tom Woodruff (+9); in the 16 – 36 Net division: Jim Zant (-18), Mike Stamler (-16), Jim Remnesperger (-16), Don Larson (-15), John Volkober -15), Dan Burkhalter (-15).

Since all final rounds of the five Match Play brackets have yet to be played, winners of this year’s event will be announced in the August issue of the Scene.

New members welcome New members are welcome. Sunriver residency is not a requirement.

Find the SRMGC online at www.srmensgolf.com. For more information email SRMGC president Don Nolte at NolteFamily4@msn.com or me at the email address listed below.

–Paul J. Grieco is handicap chair of the Sunriver Men’s Golf Club and may be reached at pjg3sr@gmail.com

official scoring, just for fun. Of the three big events of the year, one has already taken place. The Member/Guest was a hit with 16 teams playing over two days. The event was organized by members Caryn Barab and Ronda Floyd. On July 10 and 12, SWGA members will pair up to play in the Partnership Tournament. You can pick your own partner or the club will match you up with someone. In August, the Club Championship Tournament will determine the club's best net and gross individual champions.

Members receive information about SWGA through the website at www.swga.golf, the new Facebook page (group: Sunriver Women's Golf Association) and through email.

There are several ways to get started. If you'd like to play once or twice to see if you like it, just call membership chair Sue Wassom at 541-729-1688. She will pair you up with a

member and you can play as that member's guest (greens fees still apply, and if you don't have a handicap yet, you won't be officially in the game of the day.)

On Sunriver Resort's website at sunriverresort.com, you can find the membership application by clicking on Golf, then Golf Passes, then scroll down to Women’s Golf Club, then, Membership Form (or just email Sue Wassom for the application form).

Here is some contact information. Please feel free to contact a member to ask questions.

• Membership: Sue Wassom: 541-729-1688 or dswassom@ gmail.com

• Weekly competition: Debbie Ferguson: debbie@swga.golf

• President: Cathy Tucker: 503-851-0987 or cathytucker3@yahoo.com.

Photography HandCrafted Jewelry Kelly Lish: Painting Cheryl Chapman: Glass Enamels

Peter Alexander celebrates his hole-in-one on Woodlands’ seventh hole.

“ A golfer must train his swing on the range and then trust it on the course.”

– Dr. Bob Rotella, sports psychologist

The Sunriver Women’s Golf Association organizes events aimed at the new or the more casual golfer. This group participated in the 9-hole play day in June with no official competition.

Author Diana Abu-Jaber will present “Fencing with the King” at 5 p.m. Saturday, July 29. Register early to attend this free event, as space will be limited. There will be refreshments and drawings for prizes.

A beautifully written book, “Fencing with the King” blends interesting characters and long held secrets that leads to a dangerous adventure.

Amani has great parents (Gabe a carpenter and Francesca a school principal), a kind nature, good education and a responsible career as a professor.

Success came early with the publication of her poetry but lately things have fallen apart.

Her writing has dried up, her marriage failed, she is drinking way too much and endangering her career.

She discovers part of a poem on a slip of old blue paper in one of her father’s books, a poem that may have been written by her grandmother.

Amani’s father doesn’t talk much, really not at all, about his mother. The discovery of the poem ignites her yearning to know more about her Jordanian heritage.

Serendipitously, her father has just received an invitation from her favorite Uncle Hafez to visit Jordan for the king’s 60th birthday and put on a fencing match with the king.

Amani didn’t know her father could fence, much less that

he was the king’s favored partner in their youth.

She persuades him to accept the invitation, launching them both into an exploration of the past, family secrets and life-threatening adventures.

Diana Abu-Jaber is a gifted author writing with generosity toward her characters.

This is a story filled with complex interesting characters, a Middle Eastern past that feels real, and an open-hearted look at Jordan under King Hussein (who really was a fencing partner with Diana Abu-Jaber’s father).

I loved every page! Hidden secrets, family relics and swashbuckling adventure make this a spectacular story.

Craig Johnson presents latest novel Sept. 9

Author Craig Johnson will present his newest book “The Longmire Defense” at 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9 in Sunriver.

Guests need to pre-purchase “The Longmire Defense” at Sunriver Books & Music for a ticket to attend the event. There will be refreshments and drawings for prizes.

Johnson has been a good friend to Sunriver Books, and we are grateful for his generosity and loyalty. Space is limited.

The Mountain Meadows Quilters have created quilts inspired by the Longmire series.

The Mountain Meadows Quilters are true artists, many of them master quilters and award

winning quilters. The Longmire inspired quilts will be on display at Sunriver Books in July; at the Sunriver Quilt Show on Aug. 5; and during the Sept. 9 event.

“The Longmire Defense” opens with Sheriff Walt Longmire resting comfortably in a hammock, recovering from the action in “Hell and Back,” surrounded by his daughter, Cady, and granddaughter, Lola. He is nicely snuggled in with his grandchild, when under -

sheriff Vic Moretti drives up at her customary speed, inviting him out to do some sheriff things. A woman unfamiliar with the snowbound state of Wyoming’s spring roads, has gotten her car stuck, left the vehicle to find cell reception and is lost.

Walt and Vic have an idea where the woman might logically be, so they head out to find her.

As they are searching, Walt discovers evidence of a crime

Turn to Johnson, page 38

Mystery Book: ‘Exiles’

The Mystery Book Club is discussing “Exiles” by Jane Harper via Zoom at 6 p.m. Monday, July 10 and in person at 4:30 p.m. Monday, July 17 at the bookstore. Aaron Falk, a financial crimes detective from Melbourne introduced in “The Dry,” travels to the Marralee Valley in Australia for his godson’s christening. He was honored to be asked by Sgt. Greg Raco and his wife, Rita, to play that role in their son’s life. Aaron will be staying in the guesthouse overlooking the vineyard of Greg’s brother, Charlie.

The christening was originally scheduled a year earlier, but tragedy struck the small community. A young mother,

Kim Gillespie, had gone missing, leaving her infant daughter in a baby carriage on the fairgrounds. She has not been found. The Raco family had close connections with Kim. They are still reeling from her disappearance, and they are no closer to resolution.

Fiction Book: ‘Fencing with the King’

“Fencing with the King” is July’s Fiction Book Club’s selection. The Zoom discussion begins at 6 p.m. Monday, July 24, and the in-person meeting is 4:30 p.m. Monday, July 31 at the bookstore.

Book clubs are a great way to meet other readers. Everyone is welcome.

Sunriver fire/police public safety building update

The design/construction/ stakeholders team members continue to meet and develop the project’s final designs, permit and final bidding documents.

Construction bidding on bid package one for the Public Safety Building has ended, which will construct everything west of the current fire station (new police station, community meeting room, front lobby, etc.).

The Deschutes County Land Use final was issued in May, and the Sunriver Owners Association and Deschutes County issued building permits in June. Due to the construction, the

fire station front lobby is now inaccessible.

The fire department and Sunriver Service District administration offices have relocated to the Sunriver Police Department.

Kirby Nagelhout Construction Co. will be mobilized on-site to begin construction activities, including installing fencing to secure the site, posting signage, pulling tree stumps, continuing utility work and initial foundation preparation.

Construction hours will be

7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The district has contracted with Sunriver Christian Fellow-

ship to utilize its parking lot, across from Sunriver’s northend gas station and Marketplace, for construction workers to carpool to the site.

In addition, a 24/7 construction camera will be set up to show live images of the construction site.

This will be accessible on the SSD website and provide a time-lapse video at the end of the project.

The district will continue to share updates in the Scene and at www.sunriversd.org

For any questions or concerns, please email ssdadmin@ sunriversd.org.

OHA data dashboard tracks summer hazards

Trends in heat-related illness, submersion events, wildfire smoke inhalation, and air quality-related respiratory illness are tracked on new interactive graphs.

Oregon Health Authority launched a new, interactive data dashboard that will allow people to monitor trends in the most common summer-related hazards.

The Oregon ESSENCE Summer Hazard Report dashboard was launched in June

by OHA’s Acute and Communicable Disease Prevention Section. It contains interactive graphs showing daily counts of emergency department and urgent care center visits in Oregon associated with four injury and illness categories: heat-related illness, water submersion events, wildfire-related smoke inhalation and air quality-related respiratory illness.

“Injuries such as heat-related illness and smoke-related respiratory distress are, unfortu-

nately, all too common now as climate change-related threats have become the new reality in Oregon,” said Tom Jeanne, M.D., M.P.H., deputy state health officer and epidemiologist at OHA. “We need to monitor ESSENCE data so we can anticipate when and where resources will be needed to help us adapt to these events.”

The summer hazards dashboard allows users to hover over a section of the interactive graphs in a category to view the number of emergency department or urgent care clinic visits by date in a given year. Users can select data sets by year, going to back to 2018. The dashboard page under each tab also contains a description of the injury or illness, the groups most at risk, and how it can be treated or prevented.

The data come from reports to the Oregon ESSENCE database. ESSENCE provides data for health officials to monitor what is happening in emergency departments across the state. The dashboard will be updated weekly this summer.

Habitat for Humanity of La Pine-Sunriver receives $25,000 donation from First Interstate

By Andrea Hine

Habitat for Humanity of La Pine-Sunriver received a $25,000 donation from First Interstate Bank as part of the bank’s “Believe in Local” campaign to invest in nonprofits.

The check was presented by Sunriver branch manager Aaron Schofield at the build site for Habitat’s Putney Place, a neighborhood of affordable townhomes in La Pine.

Representing the First Interstate Bank System Foundation, Amberly Pahut noted that “it’s very important for us to help ensure our community members thrive. Habitat for Humanity is a perfect example in the way the organization creates homes, sustenance and life-changing opportunities for the families they serve.”

Each year, Schofield said, First Interstate awards a $25,000 gift to 40 nonprofits

across its 14-state footprint in support of its mission.

Recipients are nominated and vetted by employees –based on their alignment with the bank’s philanthropic goals. Habitat for Humanity was selected from a pool of more than 500 submissions.

“It was very humbling to be chosen,” Vicki Russell, board president of Habitat for Humanity of La Pine-Sunriver, said, “and we were surprised as well as grateful.”

Founded in 1993, Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver has built 39 affordable homes for families in south Deschutes County and made 75 Critical Home Repairs to date, ensuring families have a safe, healthy home of their own.

Learn more by visiting habi tatlapinesunriver.org or calling 541-593-5005.

Aaron Schofeld, Sunriver branch manager (center), presents a check from First Interstate Bank to Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver’s Vicki Russell, board president, and Dwane Krumme, executive director, as part of the bank’s ‘Believe in Local’ campaign.

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Sign with Meredith Lodging in 2022 and you are eligible to receive up to $6000* in home upgrades.  We have a team at the ready who truly understands what makes a home succeed in Sunriver.  They will work with you to identify all the ways we can help your home have its best year yet. We cannot wait to learn more about you and your home!

Sunriver Stars presents psychological thriller

By Janet Grant Sunriver

Stars Community Theater invites community members to attend “Trap for a Lonely Man,” a psychological thriller written by Robert Thomas and directed by SSCT artistic director Victoria Kristy.

Performances are 7 p.m. July 28-29 and 2 p.m. July 30 at The Door Three Rivers, 56885 Enterprise Drive.

“Throughout my 53-year career as a director, I have always chosen to direct big, cast-of-thousands musicals,” Kristy said.

“Something about this play just grabbed me. It is totally different than anything I have ever done, and I love it!”

Kristy took the creative liberty to relocate the setting from an isolated chalet in the French Alps to a vacation rental cabin in Sunriver.

The protagonist, Daniel Corban, has lost his wife and is rapidly losing his mind.

After having reported his wife’s disappearance, he is visited by a young priest who claims he has found Madam Corban

well and repentant for running out on her husband.

With an inheritance at stake, it becomes increasingly apparent he is facing some sort of conspiracy, which may be reason enough for a scheme of deception and corruption.

The tension and mystery are sustained to the play’s last moments.

“There is smoking and drinking, and intrigue and murder,” said Kristy. “I’m imagining our audience being mesmerized, glued to their seats and wanting intermission to be over really fast so they can find out what happens next.”

The cast includes Stars newcomer Antony Sparrow as well as longtime Stars actors Robert Perrine, Rich Mundy, Janice Dost and Alan Zalewski. Rounding out the cast are Lauren Kristy and Ginger Emrick.

“The cast is phenomenal,” Kristy said. “I don’t believe I have ever worked with a cast in all my 53 years that has been so devoted to being off book and coming to rehearsals ready to really work. Only seven characters

share this story, so that means lots of lines to learn.”

The Stars season will continue in November with a musical version of “Anne of Green Gables,” directed by Michele Hans and Rae White.

Various teen and adult roles are available, with auditions slated for 7 p.m. Aug. 17 at Village Properties, 56835 Venture Lane.

To purchase tickets or for more information, please visit www.sunriverstars.org.

Call for directors

Have you always wanted to direct a play?

Here’s your chance.

The Sunriver Stars Community Theater has a “Call for Directors” for a play in February/ March of 2024.

As the director, you would be able to select the play, assemble the cast and cast the productions.

If you are ready to say, “Break a leg,” “cut,” or “let the show commence,” contact info@sunriverstars.org by July 14, 2023 with your ideas. The shows are held The Door in Sunriver.

How to build a firewood rack

If you’re like many outdoor enthusiasts, the warm months mean a crackling fire in the fireplace but having a wood-burning stove also requires a dedicated place to store all that firewood.

“A firewood rack is not only important for an organized yard, it protects your fuel source from moisture, making for less smoke and more efficient burning. While it might seem like a complicated build, it can be a simple, easy and quick weekend DIY project that will greatly improve your backyard experience,” says Jamie Briggs, director of marketing at Exmark, a leading manufacturer of lawn care equipment.

All wood used should be pressure treated.

Tool list

Miter saw, eye and ear protection, gloves, tape measure, level and pencil

Materials list

Large Rack:

• (2) 10-foot 2x4s

• (2) 8-foot landscape timbers

• (3) standard cinder blocks

Small rack

• (2) 10-foot 2x4s

• (2) standard cinder blocks

Build steps

1. Measure, mark and cut your 2x4s into 5-foot pieces.

2. For the smaller rack, lay the two cinderblocks side by side, holes up. For the larger rack, place two of the cinderblocks at either end of the length of the landscape timber, holes up. Place the third cinderblock in the middle of the other two to work as support.

3. For the larger rack, lay the two lawn timber planks across the cinderblocks and then check to ensure they’re level.

4. For the smaller rack, turn the 2x4s so the wide sides are facing inwards. For the larger rack, place the cut 2×4 pieces into the holes of the cinderblocks, small sides facing inwards.

5. To ensure the security of your build, resituate the two lawn timbers so they’re as tightly placed against the 2×4 planks as possible.

6. Load up your wood.

To view the full video tutorial, visit Exmark’s Backyard Life site at https://backyard.exmark. com, a multimedia destination that provides homeowners with everything from grilling tips and design projects to gardening and lawn care advice.

–Source: StatePoint

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News from the Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce

Welcome Summit Health

Whether you have twisted an ankle playing pickleball, are having a horrible sneezing fit of hay fever or need a yearly exam, Summit Health is ready to serve patients in Sunriver and south Deschutes County.

More than 50 people attended the ribbon cutting to welcome Summit Health to Sunriver on June 5.

A round of applause was given to Dr. Dan Skotte, who has retired after serving the Sunriver community for many years.

Summit Health will offer same day walk-in visits as well as pre-scheduled appointments for primary care.

Karl Schweinberg, PA-C, is eager to continue to offer quality care to residents of Sunriver and the surrounding South Deschutes County area.

The clinic is located at 57067 Beaver Drive, and open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Call 541-382-2811 to make an appointment or for additional information.

Sunriver Community Picnic

Meet new friends or spend time with old friends while enjoying games, food and music at the annual Sunriver Area Community Picnic. Everyone is welcome to enjoy a meal prepared by Wallow Bar & Grill.

Please RSVP by July 4 by visiting https://sunriverwomensclub.org/event-502293.

The Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce and Sunriver Women’s Club are hosting the Sunriver Area Community Picnic. The picnic is 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 12 at Mary

McCallum Park.

It is $18 for adults, and $12 for kids 12 and under.

For questions or to volunteer email Helen Heeren at picnic@ sunriverwomensclub.org.

Coffee and the chamber

The questions are asked often – why become a member of the Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce? What are the

benefits? How will it help my business?

Learn the answers to those questions and more by having coffee delivered to you at your business.

If you are interested in becoming a first-time member or renewing your membership, email exec@sunriverchamber. com to arrange for executive director Kristine Thomas to bring you coffee and a breakfast treat to discuss chamber memberships.

Memberships are $325, $650 and $1,200 a year and go from the day you sign up to the next year. For example, July 1, 2023 to July 1, 2024. The $325 membership equates to $27 a month for the chamber to help promote your business.

Sunriver Saturday Market

The Sunriver Saturday Market is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Satur-

day, July 8 at SHARC. Shoppers will find locally made items and more including from Peaceful Pet Supplements, Disturbed Threads, Wild Moon Jewelry, Rising Hammer Lightworks, Knotty Wolfe Macrame, Lil Mama Megs, The Den Dive Shop and Hello Darlin Cookies.

Follow market news on Facebook at Sunriver Saturday Market or email sunriversat urdaymarket@gmail.com for information.

Left to right: Karl Schweinberg, physician assistant, Dr. Kristin Stratton and retiring Dr. Dan Skotte cut the ribbon during a ceremony for Summit Health in Sunriver.

Resort should not follow pickleball craze

By Mike Hoppe

As a Sunriver tennis playing member of Sage Springs Club, I was dismayed by the Resort’s insensitive decision to eliminate the indoor tennis courts and replace them with pickleball courts.

I believe the Resort is making several mistakes in taking this action.

It begins with their utter disregard for any community input.

If any outreach happened, it was nontransparent.

Apparently, their bottom line trumps public good will.

Secondly, the Resort is ignoring some basic marketing facts.

While pickleball interest is rising, current national figures show tennis totaling 23.6 mil-

lion players in 2020, versus 8.9 million paddlers.

Lastly, I refer to The New York Times story of May 11, 2023, which reports that in the world of racquet sports, the game called “padel,” is the hottest newcomer.

Already big in Europe, it’s increasingly popular in the U.S. where facilities with multiple courts are rapidly gaining favor.

“Swing Raquet & Paddle” in Raleigh, North Carolina will open next year with 28 tennis courts, 25 pickleball courts and 16 padel courts.

If the Resort really wanted to be a recognized leader in family fitness, it should rebuild Sage Springs into a multiple racquet sports mecca, rather than simply following the pickleball craze.

LETTERS

Letters to the Editor can be up to 250 words. A longer ‘Chorus of One’ submission can be up to 400 words. Submit by email to susanb@srowners.org by the 12th of the month.

Do you own a

vacation rental?

Did you know that if you have an active short-term rental, you are required to register your rental with the County, collect an 8% tax from occupants, and pay that 8% tax to Deschutes County? Owners contracting with a property management company are still required to register.

If you use a third-party booking service, such as Airbnb or VRBO, you are still required to submit reports to the County, even though they are collecting and paying the room tax for you.

Learn more by scanning the code or visiting the link below:

www.deschutes.org/vacationrentals

To request this information in an alternate format, please call (541) 388-6540 or send an email to taxoffice@deschutes.org.

Johnson

continued from page 29 committed half a century ago. A crime that may have involved his grandfather, a man known to be hard but fair. Walt and his grandfather were not pals, more like oil and water.

No way, Walt is going to let this rest. And so, the game is afoot. If you have not read the “Longmire” series, be sure to start with “The Cold Dish.” Johnson has written 19 books in the “Longmire” series. A great book for summer reading with twisting plots bound to keep you reaching for the next book.

5-25 SRPD assisted DCSO with an individual. Following an investigation, the male subject was arrested for public indecency by Sunriver Police.

5-26 Officers responded to a domestic dispute near the Abbot House Condo parking lot. The male subject was taken into custody for disorderly conduct II. The domestic dispute was only verbal.

5-27 Officers responded to a verbal domestic disturbance on Topflite Lane. Involved parties agreed to stay separated and were advised of civil remedies.

5-27 RP reported his 11-year-old son was missing for 45 minutes to an hour after going down a bike trail to look for his mother.

A Sunriver officer located the

Summer Safety

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class 2/3 e-bikes, Segways, hoverboards and scooters are prohibited.

• For additional rules, please visit www.sunriverowners.org/ community/public-safety-rules/ rules-pathway-safety

If there is an emergency…

In the event of an emergency in Sunriver, the police and fire departments will notify you in several ways, including website and social media broadcasts, news alerts, Sunriver and Deschutes County text and email alerts, police and fire members in the field and the siren system.

It is recommended guests and locals sign up to receive

juvenile less than an hour after being reported. Additional regional resources, including a drone and tracking dog, were requested and responded, but ultimately were not needed due to the juvenile being located.

5-28 A warning was issued to a raft that beached at the Sunriver side of Cardinal Landing Bridge where two of the five teenagers were about to jump from the bridge.

5-28 A driver reported they collided with a parked unoccupied vehicle in SHARC parking lot causing minor damage. Officer assisted the person with leaving the required information.

5-28 Responded to a possible DUII related driving complaint at South Century Drive and Abbot Drive. The driver was taken into custody for DUII and was transported and lodged at the local people pound (aka jail).

emergency alerts at www.sun riveremergencyinfo.com.

The siren system can be heard throughout most of Sunriver. If you hear the siren, it’s time to pay attention and start checking local news sources for more information.

Visitors and residents are encouraged to visit the emergency website so they know in advance the directions for evacuations and find other preparation information in the event of an emergency.

Water Safety

• Never jump from a bridge. Jumping from Harper Bridge and Cardinal Landing Bridge is illegal and can result in receiving a hefty citation.

It’s extremely dangerous to jump from a bridge, because the water’s depth fluctuates throughout the summer, and there could be submerged logs and other debris.

• Children 12 years old and younger are required by law to wear a lifejacket when floating the river or in a boat.

Every watercraft must also have a life jacket on board. Wishing everyone a great, safe summer and a happy 4th of July.

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BEND | This luxury log home features a theater room, soaring 25’ ceilings and stone fireplace with one of kind 8’ juniper mantle. The living room’s wall of windows offers unobstructed views & access to a 52’ riverfront deck, with artic spa hot tub and built in kitchen. Finishing touches include the 11’ tall, insulated garage, offering epoxy flooring, storage, and carwash station.

$2,285,000 | 4 BD | 4 BA | 4,200 SF | 0.25 AC

Kim Riley & Annie Wayland | Brokers 541.948.2926 | kim.riley@cascadesir.com

SUNRIVER | Own one of the very few Sunriver homes with a full size, 16’ x 40’ heated RV garage. Beautifully designed 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home. Great Room design with exposed log beams, gas fireplace, and hickory cabinets. There is a bonus/media room and enclosed storage area that is perfect for deck furniture, bikes, kayaks or any other toys needed for Central Oregon adventures!

$1,650,000 | 4 BD | 3.5 BA | 4,278 SF | 0.38 AC

The Jones Group | Principal Brokers 541.420.4018 | thejonesgroup@cascadehassonsir.com

BEND | Where the Big Deschutes River and Mt. Bachelor meet, you’ll find this stunning luxury home and adjacent lot, displaying the grandeur and presence of a modern mountain lodge. Two generous back decks offer the perfect settings to view and soak in the natural beauty. Offered with the adjoining lot, you’ll find the space and tranquility you deserve.

$1,975,000 | 4 BD | 4 BA | 3,760 SF | 0.39 AC

Annie Wayland | Broker 541.280.3770 | annie.wayland@cascadesir.com

SUNRIVER | Welcome home to this serene retreat on almost 1/3 acre backing to forested common area. This well-appointed, sunshine streamed home has quality craftsmanship and gorgeous architectural features. Oversized 3-car garage with large workshop area. Easy access to National Forest Land, the Deschutes River, bike paths and resort amenities.

$1,275,000 | 4 BD | 3.5 BA | 2,538 SF | 0.29 AC

Jenn Schaake | Principal Broker 541.480.1142 | jenn@createalegacy.estate

BEND | One-of-a-kind home perched on an incredible rock outcrop with spectacular views of the Deschutes river! 2,520SF deck with multiple seating areas. Detached Guest House is 528sf, 1bd, 1ba, with kitchen, living area, gas fireplace and AC. Rimrock West has private river access and is around the corner from the river trail.

$1,950,000

Molly & Ken Renner | Brokers 541.280.5352 | ken.renner@cascadesir.com

MLS# 220162949

SUNRIVER | Impeccably updated & maintained home on the 11th fairway of The Woodlands Golf Course. The Modern Farmhouse interior design gives the home a light, open & airy feel. Morning sun welcomes you to the rear deck overlooking the GC. The reverse living floor plan allows for lots of privacy and takes advantage of the views.

$1,250,000 | 4 BD | 4 BA | 2,058 SF | 153.74 AC 18216 MT ST HELENS LANE

The Jones Group | Principal Brokers 541.420.4018 | thejonesgroup@cascadehassonsir.com

17794 WEST CORE ROAD #27

SUNRIVER | Located in the heart of Sunriver just off Cottonwood Road near the North store & Fort Rock Park. The reverse living floorplan offers both a front and back deck off the great room. 2-car plus a 3rd bay, which is tandem and great for snowmobiles, a small boat, etc. Designated heated workshop and a large storage shed.

$1,050,000 | 4 BD | 4 BA | 2,220 SF

Kelly Winch | Principal Broker | 541.390.0398 kwinch@sunriverdream.com

SUNRIVER | Your Sunriver dream can now be a reality! Start creating your own memories with this charming single-level home located centrally in the North end of Sunriver. Immaculate, great layout, and easy; your next Sunriver adventure is waiting. You found the home; next up: tee times!

$899,000 | 3 BD | 3 BA | 1,746 SF | 0.19 AC

Annie Wayland | Broker | 541.280.3770 annie.wayland@cascadesir.com

SUNRIVER | Your search for a Sunriver condo with golf course views, a garage and a pool just ended. This condo is located on the quiet north end of Sunriver near the Woodlands golf course, Sunriver owners pool, Benham falls trail and more. Great opportunity for a 2nd home or vacation rental.

$629,000 | 3 BD | 3 BA | 1,443 SF

Kelly Winch | Principal Broker | 541.390.0398

kwinch@sunriverdream.com

Cascade Hasson Sotheby’s International Realty 57100 Beaver Drive, Suite 150 | Sunriver, OR 97707 | P.O Box 3122 | 541.593.2122

Each office is independently owned & operated. All Brokers Licensed in the State of Oregon.

www.sunriverowners.org

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16839 PONY EXPRESS WAY

16847 PONY EXPRESS WAY

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57760 VINE MAPLE LANE

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57654 DUTCHMAN LANE

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