June 2020 Sunriver Scene by Sunriver Scene

Meet candidates vying for three seats on the Sunriver Owners Association Board of Directors Page 5

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

Public Safety................ 27 Classified..................... 38 Editorial...................... 39

SROA is slowly reopening some amenities as allowed under state & county requirements Page 22

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JUNE • 2020

VOLUME XLVI • NUMBER 6

Sunriver slowly opening following weeks of closure

Coronavirus hasn’t stopped SROA’s Public Works crew By Susan Berger, Sunriver Scene SROA NEWS – While Oregon has been under coronavirus shutdown for weeks, Sunriver Owners Association’s “essential” and hard-working Public Works crews have been busier than ever putting maintenance and reserve dollars to use. The closures and unhindered access to areas that are normally filled with owners and guests has created a unique opportunity to do some heavy-duty Turn to Crews, page 3

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Arrows on the floor help direct patrons at Goody’s Ice Cream in The Village at Sunriver while chairs block off the indoor seating area.

While you can now dine out at a restaurant or get your hair done, large events and gatherings are still prohibited at this time. Events such as the Deschutes County Fair, 4th of July Pet Parade, Les Schwab concerts and Bend Brewfest have all been canceled this summer. Sunriver events that fell victim to the pandemic include Pacific Crest,

noxious weeds, but that should be left in place. Staff have also been tending a “Noxious Weed Garden,” located in front of the SROA Administration Building, where live examples of noxious weeds are identified by placards. “We encourage owners to visit the garden, take pictures, and ask staff questions,” said Gentiluomo. Noxious weeds are emerging now and will mature throughout the summer (when flowers become visible) before going to seed. The timing of a weed’s lifecycle is inexact and can depend on weather, soil conditions and other factors, but owners should start inspecting

SROA operations and facilities While aquatics remain closed under the state’s phase one plan, the Sunriver Owners Association is opening the Member Services office and membersonly fitness center at SHARC under strict protocols (read more on page 22), including: • Doors will remain locked and only those with an appointment will be allowed in. • Temperature taking, wearing a face mask and hand sanitation will be required for entry. • Members wishing to use the fitness center will need to make an online appointment. Use will be limited to six people at a time in one-hour timeframes. As required by the Oregon Health Authority, users must maintain social distancing and wear a mask or other face covering while working out. • Tennis and pickleball is open only at Fort Rock Park’s Tennis Hill at this time. Play is restricted to singles or foursomes

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New resources will help owners manage noxious weeds A delayed bloom last year and favorable growing conditions this spring suggest Sunriver will experience a robust noxious weed season in 2020. SROA’s Natural Resources Department is introducing some new tools to assist owners with controlling invasive plants on their properties. To protect our community’s native plant communities, wildlife habitat, and property values, Sunriver owners created a mandatory Noxious Weed Management Plan that makes owners responsible for removing and preventing the spread of noxious weeds on their properties. This year, in addition to visiting private lots and notifying an owner

if noxious weeds are present on their property, SROA’s Natural Resources staff are expanding online resources to assist owners with weed identification and management. “Spotted knapweed, Dalmatian toadflax and several varieties of thistle are the noxious weeds with the greatest presence in Sunriver,” notes Patti Gentiloumo, SROA director of Natural Resources. “The most common question we get about noxious weeds is, ‘What do they look like?’ We’re providing owners with new photos and descriptions on the SROA website so they can become familiar with these weeds.” Also included on the site are examples of native wildflowers that may be confused for

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Public Works lead tech Scott Mudrick applies a seal coat to the stamped concrete at SHARC.

By Susan Berger, Sunriver Scene Much of Sunriver has been shut down since mid-March and following Gov. Kate Brown’s executive order to close non-essential businesses in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19 within the state. Shutting down appears to have worked as Oregon’s numbers remain relatively low at just over 3,800 confirmed COVID-19 cases and a death toll of 140 (as the Scene went to press). On May 14, Gov. Kate Brown provided the framework and the green light to move into phase one of “Reopening Oregon” to more than two-dozen counties across the state. Several counties within the Portland/Salem metro areas were not allowed to reopen as their coronavirus cases continue to rise. While Sunriver businesses and offices open up, day-to-day operations for most won’t be business as usual as stringent sanitizing protocols and maintaining social distancing will continue to be required. “Owners, employees and patrons will have more freedom but greater responsibility,” said Brown during the May 14 press conference. “When people leave their house they’re expected to wear a mask and maintain six feet from other people outside of their household.”

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SUNRIVER SCENE • JUNE 2020

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SCENE JUNE 2020 Volume XLVI, No. 6 57455 Abbot Drive P.O. Box 3278 Sunriver, OR 97707 OWNER/PUBLISHER Sunriver Owners Association

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

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

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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 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 541.593.6645 NATURAL RESOURCES 541.593.1522 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 541.585.2903 PUBLIC WORKS 541.593.2483 RECREATION & SHARC 541.585.5000 SUNRIVER SCENE 541.585.2937 SUNRIVER SCENE • JUNE 2020

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housekeeping and maintenance work. SHARC will appear almost like it did when it first opened after undergoing several largescale maintenance projects, including: • Seal and painting of the water slides • Pool decks were stained and sealed. This was the first time since opening in 2012 that there has been an opportunity to apply two coats of concrete sealer to the pool decks • Cleaned and sealed all stamped concrete areas inside SHARC • Repaired and/or replaced equipment in the pump room, including flow sensors and major HVAC services • Made improvements to the front desk, including installation of the new SHARC logo sign • Acid washed/deep cleaned the lazy river and replaced missing or broken tiles • Repaired tiles in locker rooms and around drains • Isolated major water leak and relocated a waterline for the pool deck restroom requiring cutting across landscaping and water lines Aside from the major projects at SHARC, additional work around Sunriver included: • Paved the emergency evacuation exit • Sight clearing at all intersection and pathway connectors. • Paved the apron to the new Fort Rock Park playground restroom • Realigned and installed new sod for the ballfield at Fort Rock Park • Cleaned and sealed the stamped concrete at the Abbot and Beaver circles • Rebuilt electric services at Fort Rock Park • Refreshed road markings and crosswalks (more to come) • Evaluated all roads for repairs and upcoming crack sealing and slurry projects

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Sunriver’s alternative emergency evacuation exit, located off Meadow Road, has been widened to two lanes and paved to facilitate unhindered emergency access by firefighting equipment as well as an egress point should an evacuation in Sunriver be required.

and day-to-day duties such as sweeping roads and pathways, winter repairs, making trash rounds, clearing/chipping downed trees from wind events and ladder fuels pickup – which

From left: Greg Koozer and Ethan DeVoll seal coat the stamped concrete at the Beaver Drive traffic circle.

• Replaced HVAC screening at the administration office • Working on gate replacement systems for storage yards and Mary McCallum Park • Working on landscape plan for new Abbot circle • Placed COVID-19 social distancing signage along pathways • Installed 75 streetlight shades All these projects were conducted alongside annual

has seen a significant increase in material – most likely due to owners having more time on their hands to clean up their property during the stay at home order.

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

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their properties now and repeat the task throughout the season. Knapweed and bull thistle are most effectively removed pulling and toadflax by spraying (pulling can stimulate growth). Whenever chemical treatment is used, multiple applications are necessary to completely kill the weed. Visit the Natural Resource Department page on the SROA website at www.sunriver owners.org or call 541-5931522 for information.

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June 1 marks the end of 21 at the entrance to Sunriver that years of service to Sunriver by included a new tunnel. UnderHugh Palcic. His successor, way now is a $5.8 million major improveJames Lewis, is well ment to the underway as the new North Pool. general manager. Both of these My column this projects were month is dedicated approved with to saying thanks to owner votes in Hugh, and explaining excess of twowhy our appreciation thirds, and fiis so richly deserved. nanced from Readers who have reserves crebeen in Sunriver dur- Keith Mobley ated through ing those 21 years will recall how much has changed. those low maintenance fees. SHARC was another major While success is dependent on the quality of the guidance investment and accomplishprovided by the board of direc- ment during those 21 years, tors and the work performed and was recently recognized as by the employees, the gen- the best Central Oregon attraceral manager carries the weight tion. Access to the Deschutes of the entire organization. River has been much improved Sunriver is a big deal, and we with the Owners Boat Launch, owners have high expectations and Mary McCallum Park has about adherence to and sup- received some significant import of its mission. Hugh has provements. These amenities carried that load with aplomb, required heavy lifting by many, demonstrating patience and but most of all, by the general good humor even when panic manager. The COVID-19 pandemic would be understandable. Perhaps of greatest impor- and required closings have cretance is the improved financial ated challenges for the budget, health of the Sunriver Owners but the existence of an OperaAssociation. Despite having the tions Reserve Fund, or “rainy lowest maintenance fees of any day fund” of more than $1 similar communities in the re- million is reducing the pain gion, we have recently seen the that would otherwise be much completion of a $1.8 million worse. That fund was one improvement to the traffic flow of Hugh’s initiatives, as was

encouraging the association to purchase insurance against cyber crime. Over the past six years, SROA has experienced yearend budget surpluses totaling approximately $1.7 million, or an annual average surplus of just over $275,000. Not in that total were contributions to the Operations Reserve Fund, which would have increased the combined surplus amounts. Sound financial management has been a hallmark of Hugh’s administration. Service to Deschutes County has also been substantial, with his membership on the Deschutes County Planning Commission, including the role of chair. Hugh has been our advocate at local, state and federal levels on matters including railroad safety, wildland fire mitigation, land use, water rates and telecommunications. In recognition of his effective advocacy and service, he was appointed in 2019 to the Oregon Liquor Control Commission. Among the many entities with whom Hugh worked are the Central Oregon Trail Alliance (COTA), Central Oregon Visitors Association (COVA) and U.S. Forest Service. Together we will be enjoying the benefits of single-track mountain bike trails west of Cardinal

Landing Bridge. He encouraged sustainability efforts for SROA, with collaboration including the Sunriver Resort and The Village at Sunriver. When SROA’s Vision 2020 plan was created several years ago, it contained these four key objectives: 1. Comprehensive amenity, facility and site development plan and implementation; 2. Sound financial future for SROA; 3. Desired quality of community life and protection of property values; and 4. Sound association leadership and management. Well Hugh, thanks to you, we have realized those objectives. If you do not know why Hugh is retiring, you are probably not a resident in Oregon Senate District 28. Hugh’s bucket list includes legislative service, and he is a candidate who was unopposed in the primary, but will face an incumbent in November. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in political science, Hugh interned in the New York State Senate. If elected, he will continue to be of service to Sunriver, but also to many others in central and southern Oregon. Thank you, Hugh, and our very best wishes as you continue to serve.

Monthly highlights, actions of the SROA Board of Directors meeting The Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Board of Directors meeting was held virtually on Saturday, May 16, 2020. Board members present: Keith Mobley, Bob Nelson, Jim Fister, Gary Bigham, Jackie Schmid, Gerhard Beenen, Brad Skinner, Mike Gocke and Mark Murray. Staff present: James Lewis, Hugh Palcic, Susan Berger, Jesus Mendoza. Owners forums From Friday work session • Dennis Dishaw noted increased pathway use and suggested signage for bicycle courtesies when approaching pedestrians. • Kevin Fox made comments about the Recreation Plus Program and refunds for participants. • Randy Schneider also asked about refunds. From Saturday regular meeting • No owners addressed the board. Association operations • Administration: About two-thirds of staff time has been dealing with coronavirus-related issues, questions, phone calls and emails. Work is underway for moving forward and creating protocols for owner admin access and re-starting committee meetings. Follow-up assistance to employees affected by the layoff, including documentation for severance and assistance Page 4

FINANCIAL REPORT Year-to-date through April 30, 2020 (unaudited) • Total Revenues $3,358,982 • Total Expenses $3,730,591 • Operating Deficit -$371,609 with Federal Cares Act requirements. Continue work with legal counsel regarding to ongoing land use and legal actions within Sunriver. • Accounting: Presented first-quarter financials to the Finance Committee. Budget adjustments continue. Annual audit has begun virtually. • Communications: Fewer Scenes continue to be ordered as many distribution locations are closed due to the pandemic, but continue to be offered at the Country Store, Marketplace and SROA admin office foyer. Reads of the digital Scene have increased dramatically. Websites have all seen an uptick in usage. Created COVID-19 specific pages on the website, one for general information and the other filled with closures and other information related to SROA. Created social distancing signage to display along the pathways as well as other signage related to closures, etc. • Community Development: Implemented protocols for safe submittal of

applications/plans, applicant meetings/ contact and electronic submittals. Administrative applications are down from previous month, but remain strong overall for minor home maintenance projects. • Natural Resources: Revised staffing and procedures due to COVID-19. Prepared and mailed ladder fuel courtesy letters. Attended Wildfire Home Ignition Strategies workshop. Ladder fuel reduction contracts were out for bid. • IT: Working with various service providers on fiber options. Worked with contractor to install conduit and fiber from the administration office to Fort Rock building. Installed new copier at admin. Working with a consultant to eliminate database bugs. Performed and installed various security protections. Configuring GIS database connectivity issues to the Jonas updated tables. • Public Works: Fort Rock Park ballfield repaired and updated. Abbot/Beaver circle landscape plan developed. Prepared and paved the emergency exit on Meadow Road. Ordered new chipper through government price agreement at a significant savings. New mechanic started. Service and pump testing conducted on Sunriver fire trucks. Developed and initiated facility energy conservation plan during shutdown that should result in significant energy sav-

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By Gerhard Beenen My main intent in writing a monthly column was to help owners understand SROA finances and to keep you informed on the state of those finances. With rapidly changing events this spring, I feel like I’m falling short on the later. I am writing this month’s article in early May. By the time you read it, I suspect much will have changed. A number of key events happened in April that have an impact on SROA finances going forward. As all of you are aware, we have been in a state of “lock down” for all of April: SHARC, Fort Rock Park, SROA tennis courts, pickleball courts and Mary McCallum Park all remain closed. SROA recreational revenue came in nearly $60,000 below budget for the month of March and likely will be close to zero (with the exception of prepaid fees) for the month of April. A financial forecast, produced by SROA Controller Joe Healy, projects an annual revenue shortfall of nearly $2.3M and this assumes SHARC can open by early July. This represents nearly a 20% reduction of SROA’s total annual operating revenue. Given this grim revenue outlook, SROA general managers James Lewis and Hugh Palcic and their staff made the difficult decision to reduce expenses by reducing staff hours and laying off 14 employees. This action, along with other cost savings measures are projected to save nearly $1.0M this year. In addition, all capital expenditures for 2020 have been reviewed and nearly $1.2M of expenditures have been deferred to next year. Reducing operating expenses by $1.0M doesn’t come close to covering the projected $2.3M shortfall in revenue. This is where our Operating Reserve Fund, discussed in last month’s column, is critical. This fund will be utilized to the extent necessary to cover our revenue shortfall. That being said, additional expense reductions could be necessary if restrictions on SROA recreational facilities aren’t lifted by early July or revenues for the remainder of the year fall short of projections. In the event these restrictions are lifted by early July, revenue from our recreational facilities, such as SHARC will not immediately bounce “back to normal.” For both safety and health reasons,1 recreational facility utilizations will be gradually increased. We do not Turn to Report, page 7 SUNRIVER SCENE • JUNE 2020

Here are the 2020 candidates for the SROA Board of Directors

BILL BURKE was chief probation officer in Marin and Humboldt counties in California for 33 plus years. His field of study was sociology. He has held many positions of authority. He has worked with nonprofit interdisciplinary and other stakeholders. Burke was a consultant for the California Institute for Mental Health, Cathie Wright Technical Assistance Center. He was also an instructor at Humboldt State University and at two California community colleges – College of the Redwoods and Yuba College. In the past, the SROA board appointed him to the Infrastructure & Amenities Master Plan Taskforce and the General Manager Taskforce Search committees.

SCOTT GILLIES had a career in the apparel design industry with more than 40 years of experience. He was Design Director and Director of Product Development for multiple major companies, including O’Neill, Eddie Bauer, Nike, Nordstrom, J.C. Penney and Cutter & Buck. Gillies also has a background in architecture and teaching. Outside of the workforce, he has managed community sports programs and helped initiate and run Youth and Opportunity United educational program in Sunriver. Gillies lived in Seattle, but loves living in Sunriver and the community as a whole for the past 2½ years.

CLARK PEDERSON has expertise in economics and finance. He was an investment professional for 37 years and believes in fiscal soundness. He was also a high school teacher and works well with all kinds of people. Pederson has been a homeowner in Sunriver for 11 years. He retired in September 2019 and moved here permanently. He was a member of Rotary International in California. He has also served on a local hospital board of directors and was a member of its foundation board.

RANDY SCHNEIDER is a retired lieutenant commander with a 20-year career in the Coast Guard. He worked from the galley to captain of his own ship and was the commanding officer on three cutters. His field of study was chemical engineering. He is on the Sunriver Citizens Patrol and a member of the SROA Nominating Committee. Schneider has experience in personnel management, budget planning and decision-making. He sees both sides of issues and has travelled all over the U.S. and the world.

ROGER SMITH chose accounting as his field of study and has a well-rounded banking and management background. He is a mortgage loan specialist who received written recognition in books by Terry Eilers. In 2001, Smith retired from Bank of America Oregon as vice president and statewide mortgage sales manager. During his career, he developed many software programs that have been used by four major banks. He also taught college classes in banking and finance. Smith has performed professional magic for 40 plus years. He was also a past SROA Board member for six years and past treasurer for the Bend Boys and Girls Club.

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SROA board candidate ballot process • A matrix of questions will be answered by each board candidate and published in the July Scene. • Due to COVID-19 restrictions and the inability for candidates to meet with owners, SROA staff is shooting videos of each candidate answering a slate of questions provided by the Nominating Committee. The videos will be posted to the SROA website no later than mid-June. • Ballot and voting information will be mailed to each property owner of record on

July 11. • Please follow all directions included in the voting information to ensure your vote is valid. • Election closes and voting ballots must be returned by mail or dropped off and arrive to the SROA administration office no later than 12 p.m. on Aug. 8 to be valid and counted. • Ballots may be dropped off in the foyer, open 24 hours, and placed in the locked drop box. SROA administration is located at 57455 Abbot Drive.

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Annual Pacific Crest event to be held virtually Due to the current pandemic, organizers of the Pacific Crest Endurance Weekend Sports Festival have decided to transition the Sunriver June 19-21 race event to a virtual format. Why Racing was hoping for some glimmer of possibility that they could continue with the event at the end of June. However, it has become clear that it would be impossible to safely host the event under the current conditions. The health of athletes, volunteers, partners and the Sunriver community has always been an important priority to the organizers. “Although we want nothing more than to be able to see all of you racing in stunning Central Oregon, that is just not a reality this year due to COVID-19 and social distancing rulings,” said Karissa Schoene, Why Racing event and partnership director. “We aren’t letting that stop the athlete from running safely on their own and

getting the swag, medal and event T-shirt as a reminder of what they accomplished. This will be a very unique year in so many ways.” Over the last few of weeks, organizers have been reviewing all options including postponing the event to a future date, but due to the uncertainty of the current situation, hosting the event at a later date proved to not be a viable option. “As runners and triathletes ourselves, we cannot begin to tell you how disappointed and heartbroken we are,” said Schoene. “As an organization we chose to figure out what we can do versus what we can’t do. That’s what athletes do, right? When presented with an obstacle, you figure out how to go around, over or through.” Although COVID-19 has taken the opportunity to race together physically, athletes can still race together in spirit from all over the country.

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This will be the fifth virtual event in 2020 and the organizers are working to still make the event special for participants. “We have learned that our athletes have really appreciated that they have something positive to look forward to and something to train for. Just because COVID-19 canceled our plans, it doesn’t mean your goals need to be canceled,” said Schoene. “Not to mention, we need an outlet and an incentive to put the training in to develop our physical strength, mental health, reduce our stress, and build our immune system.” Athletes can still do the distance that they signed up for but now can do it anytime between June 19 and July 4 during the specified time frame at your chosen location with your closest family/friends. Race participants still receive all the swag and upgraded merchandise as a reminder of the year you raced in such a

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Drive-by Birthday Surprise Jake Durell (above and right), along with his sister Esther, enjoy a special birthday drive-by for Jake’s ninth birthday on April 28. A parade of Sunriver Fire, Sunriver Police and other area emergency vehicles drove by Jake’s house with lights on and sirens sounding to make the youngster’s coronavirus “Stay Home, Save Lives” birthday a special day to remember. “I was very surprised and didn’t expect anything like that to happen,” said Jake. “It was really cool when they had their sirens going and they all drove by and wished me a happy birthday.” A resident of Lupine Lane in Sunriver, Jake started his birthday celebration eating a special cereal for breakfast, followed a Facetime party with his friends and grandparents while opening presents. He also enjoyed birthday cake and playtime with his sisters. For dinner Jake chose steak and rolls and finished off the day soaking in the hot tub with mom and dad.

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Safely sharing the pathways We all want to be outdoors during warmer weather, but in today’s COVID climate we all need to remain cautious and practice social distancing – even when using Sunriver’s pathways. It is recommended everyone follow local, state and national orders and guidelines in the use of open spaces and recognize that usage can vary from community to community. Please note: • Do not use the pathways if you are sick or exhibiting symptoms. • Restroom facilities may be closed or limited on Sunriver’s pathways at this time. Bicyclists: • Ride/walk on right side of pathway. Please give audible warning to others as you pass from behind. • Those riding abreast should switch to single-file to allow space for other walkers/runners/cyclists to maintain social distancing. Walker/Runners: • When approached by others, those walking or running abreast should switch to single-file and allow other pathway users to safely pass while maintaining 6-foot distancing. Common pathway rules • Skateboards and rollerskates/rollerblades prohibited • Helmets required for all riders/passengers under age 16 • Electric bikes prohibited. Pedal assist bikes are allowed • Walk bikes through tunnels with gates

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want to become the locus of a new outbreak of COVID-19 in Central Oregon. At the same time, with unemployment in our service area likely to peak above 15% and with cancelation of multiple Central Oregon events, we anticipate lighter than normal rental activity in Sunriver this summer and fall. This has been built into Healy’s revenue model but as with all forecast models, adjustments will be necessary. I need to emphasize significant uncertainty remains. We don’t know when we will be allowed to open our recreational facilities, how quickly we will be able to ramp up staff for those facilities and how comfortable guests will feel about utilizing our facilities. This, along with the economic hardship experienced by guests

from our service market make all projections subject to significant error. While SROA remains financially strong, with sufficient liquid assets to make it through the year based on our current projections, we don’t know at this time the full impact of COVID-19 on SROA finances. Current expense reductions have given us sufficient breathing room to close the year “on

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ings. Installing electricity for the new gates to be installed at Mary McCallum Park and storage yards later this year. • Recreation & SHARC: There were 11 layoffs of fulltime staff and all part-time staff in the wake of COVID-19 shutdowns. A skeleton staff remains sharing job tasks and working on opening protocols for some recreational amenities as part of phase one for reopening Oregon. Created cleaning and sanitizing procedures throughout the facility. Numerous cleaning and maintenance projects were completed or scheduled during the closure. Canceled 15 private and owner events and rescheduled 10 events to 2021. Canceled other SROA-hosted events through the end of the year. Board actions • Approved minutes of the April 13 emergency board budget” by utilizing our Operating Reserve Fund. Should revenues fall significantly short of current projections, additional expense reduction may be needed. In closing I want to assure all SROA owners that SROA finances are being closely monitored by SROA management, the SROA Finance Committee and the SROA Board of Directors.

meeting as written. • Approved minutes of the April 17 board work session as written. • Approved minutes of the April 18 SROA board regular meeting as written. • Approved April 30, 2020 unaudited financial statement. • Approved updates to the SROA Communications Policy. • Affirmed the board action of April 24, 2020 without a meeting to form a joint SROA/ SSD COVID-19 taskforce to address issues as they affect Sunriver. • Approved Resolution 2020005 outlining refund options for Recreation Plus Program participants. Board discussion • Directed staff to finalize a resolution regarding refunds for Recreation Plus Program participants. Other business • Discussed possible format for the 2020 SROA Annual Meeting, scheduled for Aug. 15. Details will be finalized and

based on whether or not larger gatherings can take place at the time of the meeting. • The cinder storage facility was approved after going through Deschutes County’s appeal process. With no further delays, construction will begin prior to the winter season. • Will soon form a workgroup of stakeholders to enact the Sunriver Service District approval of Resolution 2020004 requesting SROA enact and manage a Rental Property Registry. The goal of the registry will be to improve safety, emergency management and livability of Sunriver. The meeting adjourned at 10:37 a.m. The next SROA board work session will take place at 9 a.m. June 12 followed by the regular board meeting at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 13 in the SROA administration building, 57455 Abbot Drive, between circles 3 and 4, next to the Sunriver Fire Department. Approved minutes of the meeting are posted, as available, on the SROA website at www. sunriverowners.org

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Nature remains open By Amanda Accamando, Nature Center Manager Life looks a little bit different these days at Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory. As I write this article, we have been closed to the public since March 16. It has been 53 days since families gathered inside the nature center visiting with our beehive or native frogs and salamanders in the creature cave. 53 days since we had the pleasure of guiding a budding astronomer through the night sky for the first time. And 53 days since the curiosity and smiles of a class of first graders filled our campus with excitement. But things have not remained stagnant – not in the least. Spring has exploded around us as many quarantine in our homes, work from home and venture no farther than our neighborhoods. Bumblebee queens are awake and buzz through the air looking for the perfect hole in the ground for their nest. A pygmy nuthatch works on excavating the siding

of the nature center, despite (or sometimes I wonder, in spite of ) the two dozen new nest boxes erected by a volunteer on our campus in early spring. And a mountain chickadee gathers bits of fur for her nest, from a pellet cast by our golden eagle, Aquila. The pandemic has also brought people to our campus in new and creative ways. For example, the two couples that recently had a lovely gettogether on the shore of Lake Aspen. With their lounge chairs properly distanced about 10 feet from one another, I am sure they enjoyed connecting with each other and nature, on that beautiful Saturday afternoon. While the solitary photographers and birders of Sunriver have been very fruitful in their search for subjects, animals fill the areas that would have otherwise been occupied by Sunriver tourists. Not having a public audience for so long has given us the opportunity to work closely with our own resident animals in

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only give Joe a little more space from large crowds of people that can be stressful to him, but it will provide new perches and enriching areas where he can express more natural owl behaviors. The reality is though, like you, we have also had to adjust to a new normal. Connecting with you and the many other families, students, and visitors we would normally see at this time of year looks a little different. In many cases we have gone digital. For example, we now have opportunities to attend virtual lectures, seminars, and workshops. We designed virtual activity packs that families can download from our website filled with activity ideas, recommended books, and supply lists, to help families explore the outdoors together. You can also now join us live for behind the scenes training sessions with our animals, tours of our botanic garden and even a

virtual star party, all from your phone or computer. The good thing is, nature and the cosmos are not closed. In a way they are more open and accessible than ever. And for those of us that have spent our lives dedicated to connecting others with nature, we continue to be steadfast in this mission, even in these challenging times. But we need your help. There are many ways you can directly support us by: making a donation, becoming a member or gifting a membership, purchasing a memorial tree, sponsoring an animal, participating in online programs, donating items to and shopping at the Second Tern Thrift Store (when it reopens), or volunteering with us once we can resume operations safely. Time spent in nature is going to be more important than ever; please consider your support today to ensure our future for the next generation.

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Tentative June opening for Artists’ Gallery By Deni Porter This article was prepared prior to any official release information to reopen retail operations in The Village of Sunriver, but it’s difficult not to be optimistic that we artists will soon be able to greet (at the appropriate social distance) both old and new friends of the Artists’ Gallery Sunriver. All our artists have been given the gift of time to immerse themselves in their respective mediums. The results are an outpouring of talent and inspiration. The gallery is an ode to green: green as in springtime and green as in go! We will bring you up to speed on our activities. Painter Bonnie Junell has been busy with some large commissions that have made time pass quickly because she can lose herself in the creative zone. Her attention was sometimes redirected to the new puppy playing at the base of her easel. One of her paintings, “Bird in the Cottontails,” bursts with the hope and joy of springtime. Stained glass artist Becky Henson has literally captured the essence of spring’s light in her new offerings. Becky has even included words of wisdom in some pieces. No surprise that they reflect her dry humor. Using her camera, artist Carolyn Waissman continues to capture the wonder of nature. Her piece, “Springtime Hike,” is as close as anyone can come to experiencing the outdoors with out being there in person. During restricted times like these, the artist really does bring a bit of nature to everyone.

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only if they come from the same family household. Other usage rules and requirements can be found on page 22 and will be posted at the courts. “We can’t watch everyone and everything, but social distancing requirements still need to be followed to remain open,” said James Lewis, SROA general manager. “We are going to expect self-responsibility from owners and visitors wanting to use the amenities that have reopened. For the health and safety of everyone, non-compliance by users could result in an amenity being closed again.” The SROA administration office is also available by appointment (call 541-593-2411) and follows safety protocols requiring temperature taking, a face covering and hand sanitization for entry. The admin foyer remains open 24 hours a day and has a locked drop box for leaving any association-related payments and for picking up frequently used forms or other documents. Many SROA-related documents can also be found and downloaded from the SROA website at www.sunriver owners.org Sunriver Resort, Village at Sunriver Both Sunriver Resort and The Village at Sunriver have modified opening schedules. Visit www.sunriverresort.com and www.villageatsunriver.com for any operational guidelines and/or restrictions. With the health and safety of guests and staff of utmost importance, the Resort spent weeks creating a new operating plan that includes cashless and paperless transactions, non-contact check-ins and significant sanitation protocols, which implemented leaving 24 hours between occupancies. The Meadows golf course had been open to members only in April and May. Woodlands was also opened to limited play in order to follow social distancing requirements. The Resort noted they are experiencing an increase in vacation cancelations early in the season, but have seen an increase in owners looking to come to their homes instead. “Many folks are not yet confident enough to travel,” said Tom O’Shea, Resort manager. “We’ll know more as the weeks go on and see what happens later this summer and into fall.” Many merchants in The Village at Sunriver have created their own entry requirements SUNRIVER SCENE • JUNE 2020

and limits the number of patrons in their store at any given time. Visit the Village website and search for a particular business to learn more information. Maintaining forward momentum As businesses reopen, Brown reiterated that it’s important to remember the risks and that everyone must do their part to protect themselves as well as others. Actions include: • Stay close to home. Avoid overnight trips and minimize other non-essential travel, including recreational day trips to destinations outside the community where you live. Travel the minimum distance needed to obtain essential services such as food, medical care or for work. In rural areas, residents may have to travel greater distances for essential services, while in urban areas, residents may only need to travel a few

miles for those services. • Practice physical distancing of at least six feet from people outside your immediate household. • Use cloth, paper or disposable face coverings in public. As Oregon is reopening and restrictions are being lifted on businesses and public spaces, it may be difficult to ensure that you can stay six feet away from others at all times. • Practice good hand hygiene with frequent handwashing for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer. Avoid touching your face. • Stay home if you are sick. People who are at risk for severe complications (age 60-plus or have underlying medical condiA sign at Your Store in The Village At Sunriver announces they are open, but to a limited number of shoppers at a time.

tions) should stay home – even if they feel well. • If you become symptomatic (cough, fever/chills, unexplained muscle aches and headache, shortness of breath) – self-isolate immediately. Contact your health care provider if you need medical attention. The governor’s office will continue to monitor each county and intervene as needed. “If we see a significant spike that cannot be contained we will put stay-at-home orders back in place,” said Brown. “Some will stay we haven’t done enough, some will say we opened to early. I’m not here to make everyone happy. I’m here to protect the safety and health of Oregonians.”

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Sunriver Music Festival cancels August concerts but retains other performances Joining a growing list of summer concerts cancelled by COVID-19 concerns, the Sunriver Music Festival Board has suspended its August concert series this year and is exploring innovative ways to continue bringing the magic of world-class music to Central Oregon. Many programs are continuing. The Young Artists Scholarship program is thriving and 24 talented young applicants are actively preparing for their auditions and interviews at the end of May. The Young Artists

Scholarship Concert remains scheduled for June 14, pending a final review of future COVID-19 policies. The festival’s premier fundraising event, “Festival Faire,” planned for July 26 will be rescheduled and reimagined. The suspended August concert series would have been the tenth and final season for artistic director and conductor George Hanson. He was crafting a concert series celebrating the revolutionary impact of Ludwig van Beethoven featuring world-class soloists and the

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Festival Orchestra. “We deeply regret not being able to share maestro Hanson’s exciting programming and we’re sorry for the impact on our orchestra members,” states Meagan Iverson, festival operations director. “But at this point, the reality is that large summer gatherings may not be allowed or advised under COVID-19 restrictions. The safety of patrons and performers must remain a top priority. We are shifting focus and looking toward the creative ideas emerging from all of us in these changing times.” Iverson adds that the 43rd season is not going dark. The Fireside Series of concerts will continue, such as the Christmas Concert and the 2021 Valen-

tine’s Dinner & Dance. Also, the annual Piano Showcase at the Tower in Bend will return March 12-13, 2021. “Rest assured that Sunriver Music Festival continues its commitment to nurturing the next generation of artistic talent and to presenting world-class musical experiences in Central Oregon,” adds Phillip Ruder, festival board of trustees president. Members that have purchased tickets for the summer concerts are being contacted by festival staff. For additional information on the season, please call the festival at 541-593-1084, email information@sunrivermusic. org or visit www.sunriver music.org

While Sunriver Music Festival has suspended its August concert series, the 43rd Season lives on with staff and volunteers busy exploring new ways to bring world-class music to Central Oregon. The Young Artists Scholarship Concert, always a positive gift to the community, is planned for late August. Recently 24 talented young applicants completed auditions and interviews to be considered for this year’s Young Artists Scholarship program. Now in its 25th year, Sunriver Music Festival has awarded over $550,000 in scholarships and is poised to award another $35,000 to ambitious classical music students for the 2020-2021 school year. The Winter Fireside Series of concerts, such as the Traditions Christmas Concert and the 2021 Valentine’s Dinner & Dance at the Sunriver Resort Great Hall, are now being planned. Also, the annual Piano Showcase at the Tower in Bend returns March 12-13, 2021 featuring Michael Allen Harrison. “Sunriver Music Festival is certainly not disappearing this year,” states Operations Director Meagan Iverson. “In fact, our team has been busy as ever exploring new ways to provide opportunities for the musical Turn to SRMF, page 19

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• Have materials out prior to the first full week of each month. Stack brush and branches parallel to the road edge so crews can access it • There is no need to call. Crews check all roads in Sunriver the first full week of each month from April to October (weather & scheduling permitting) • Branches must be no longer than 8 feet • Do not stack on or near electrical, phone, cable boxes, water/sewer valves, meters, big rocks or sprinklers • WE CANNOT pick up pine needles, grass, leaves or small branches. Piles that include these materials will not be picked up • You can dispose of grass clippings, pine needles, leaves or other organic material by taking it to the compost site at Lake Penhollow (for a fee). Call 593-4197 for more information This service is provided to Sunriver property owners for reduction of ladder fuels ONLY. Material generated by a landscape company or for building construction is the responsibility of the owner and their contractor and will not be removed by SROA.

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LFR activities on SROA commons Approximately 140 acres of Sunriver commons will undergo LFR work in 2020. LFR treatment on commons is scheduled on a six-year cycle. This year, the northeast side of the community will be treated as contractors work on all common areas generally bordered by Cottonwood Drive to the south, West Cascade to the west and U.S. Forest Service land to the east and north. The process will include removing unhealthy trees, thinning of smaller trees and removal of some vegetation. The work will occur on commons only and is expected to begin between June and October. LFR activity is dependent upon fire season restrictions/ weather and schedule of the hired contractor(s). The material and wood that are generated from the project have multiple uses. For example, limbs and brush will be chipped and blown back onto commons, keeping the nutrient content of the area balanced. Larger logs will stay in place as animal and insect habitat or will be used in support of landscape restoration work in Sunriver. The majority of the

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Sunriver. “Individual and collective action makes a big difference in making landscapes adaptable to wildfire risk,” said Patti Gentiluomo, SROA Director of Natural Resources. “As LFR treatment continues on commons, and owners become more aware of risks and take steps to create defensible space on their lots, Sunriver becomes more resilient to wildfire.” First adopted a quarter-century ago, the Sunriver Ladder Fuels Reduction Plan provides mandatory guidelines for the association and owners to follow to reduce wildfire risks on commons and private property. Regularly-scheduled ladder fuels reduction is one of the safest ways to control overgrowth in a rural community like ours – taking the place of what Mother Nature does naturally with forest fire.

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SROA NEWS – Wildfire season is just around the corner, and Oregon Department of Forestry officials predict 2020 may be an especially active year for wildfires in our state. Owners and SROA’s Natural Resources staff alike have already started to reduce ladder fuels on both private properties and common areas in preparation for wildfire season. Ladder fuels is the accumulation of combustible materials that link the ground to the tree canopy and includes brush, live and dead limbs and tree seedlings. Thinning of larger trees reduces competition between trees to promote forest health as well as slowing the spread of fire should it reach the tree canopy. Ladder fuels reduction (LFR) and tree thinning are essential tools for mechanical removal of vegetation in a wildland urban interface community such as

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Property clean-up efforts should prevent, not start wildfires Many Oregonians have good intentions each spring when they set out to eliminate wildfire hazards around the home. But the tools they use may actually start a wildfire if not handled properly. Kristin Babbs, president of the nonprofit fire prevention organization Keep Oregon Green, notes that improper use of mowers, chain saws and other equipment is the leading cause of wildfires on state-protected lands in Oregon. “A spark from a hot exhaust system or a steel blade striking a rock can easily start a blaze in dry grass or brush,” she warned. “Keeping grass mowed low can reduce fire hazard, but mowing dry grass in the afternoon or on a hot day is very risky.” Babbs joins the Oregon Office of the State Fire Marshal and Oregon Department of Forestry in saying spring is the best time to prune, mow and clean up excess vegetation. “Do it while plants are still green, not during the summer when fuels are dry,” said Babbs. To minimize fire risk during spring cleanup, Babbs recommends the following: • Follow current fire restrictions: Check with your fire department or local Oregon Department of Forestry district or forest Turn to Prevent, page 17

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Starting May 16, Oregon began reopening sectors of public life closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, but large gatherings will continue to be prohibited through the summer. As a result, the Sunriver Women’s Club is sad to announce that the 2020 Sunriver Art Fair is cancelled. The club will deeply miss their friends, sponsors, patrons and artists, but are looking forward to visiting with you all in 2021.

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wood will be bucked into firewood and available to Sunriver owners to collect with a permit. Owner involvement in LFR efforts Owners assist community efforts and ensure their own property is defensible by keeping pine needles from accumulating on rooftops, decks and gutters; moving woodpiles away from structures, and performing other LFR activities within their property boundaries (permit may be required). Each year, staff performs wildfire safety check-ups at all private properties within the community – alternating between north and south ends. Owners whose properties remain in compliance with the Sunriver LFR Plan, but who need to perform maintenance work to avoid non-compliance in the future have received courtesy notices and a permit outlining the specific work need on their property. Properties with excessive ladder fuels have been issued a Notice of Deficiency Advisory notice and a permit to clean up their property this season. Reminder notices were mailed to owners in early May. “We’ve gotten a lot of calls from owners who are taking action early – before wildfire season really heats up,” said Gentiluomo. “We encourage owners who received an LFR notice this year to read their permits carefully, and to remember to contact the Natural Resources Department if there is a checkmark in the box on their permit that reads, “Call for additional permit. Trees greater than 4” diameter need to be thinned.” We’ll revisit the

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protective association to learn if there are any current restrictions or regulations on the use of power tools with internal combustion engines, such as lawn mowers, chainsaws and weed trimmers. Some areas may restrict their use depending on weather and vegetation conditions. • Mow before 10 a.m.: The best time of day to use gaspowered equipment is early morning, when the humidity is higher and temperatures are lower. Never mow when it’s windy or excessively dry. • Use the right tool for the job: Lawn mowers are designed to mow lawns, not weeds or tall, dry grass. Use a weed trimmer with plastic line vs. metal blades that can strike rocks, create sparks and start a wildfire. Remove rocks in the

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all paddlers and motorboaters should be especially cautious, keeping a sharp lookout on all waterways and starting out slow. Visit the agency’s waterway obstruction page to learn where obstructions have been reported and recommendations on how to avoid them. Many obstructions cannot be immediately cleared. The open/closed status of boating access changes frequently. The agency’s interactive Boat Oregon Map is a

area before you begin operating any power equipment to avoid sparks. • Have an approved spark arrester on all portable gaspowered equipment: In wildland areas, an escaped carbon particle from a muffler may be all it takes to start a fire. This includes cars, tractors, harvesters, chainsaws, weed trimmers and mowers. Keep the exhaust system in proper working order, spark arresters clear of carbon build-up, and the engine free of oil and dust. Allow equipment to cool before refilling with gasoline. Use the recommended grade of fuel and don’t top it off. Wildfire awareness, preparedness and prevention are crucial at any time of year. Learn how you can be a part of the solution at www.keeporegongreen.org –Source: Oregon Department of Forestry

resource for finding facility contact information to help boaters with their planning and preparation. Remember to respect any closures, stay local, be selfcontained, boat with members of your immediate household, and maintain physical distance for your own safety and for those around you. For more Paddle Smart boating safety tips from the Marine Board and the U.S. Coast Guard, visit www.oregon. gov/osmb/info/Documents/ News-Releases/Media%20Kit/ PaddleSmart.pdf

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property to mark with orange paint trees that need to be thinned and owners will see the full scope of work needed on their property. Questions are always welcome,” Gentiluomo added. Ladder fuels pickup The annual ladder fuels pickup program, offered by the Sunriver Owners Association Public Works Department, runs April through October. Owners who wish to have their ladder fuels picked up must have the materials at the road edge by the first Monday of the month. How long it takes the crews to reach your particular lane depends on the amount of materials to be collected throughout Sunriver and the schedule of the Public Works crew. The pickup service is provided only to Sunriver property owners for reduction of ladder fuels. Owners using contractors or contractors doing work on private property are responsible for disposal of all debris they create. Vegetative materials generated for building construction is also the responsibility of the owner and their contractor and will not be removed by SROA. Owners are asked to please observe the following: • Neatly stack brush next to and parallel with the road edge so equipment can reach it without going off road. • Collectable materials include: Large branches or limbs, seedlings under 4” dbh, large brush such as bitterbrush or Manzanita. • Have all ladder fuels materials at roadside (not pathways) by the first Monday of the month. • Cut tree branches to an

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eight-foot maximum length. • Be careful to not stack near or on top of electric/telephone/ cable boxes, water/sewer valves and meters, big rocks or sprinklers. • Bagged materials will NOT be collected. SROA does not pick up pine needles, grass, leaves or small branches. Roadside piles that include these materials will be left. Grass clippings, pine needles, or other organic materials, can be taken to the following facilities. • Sunriver Environmental,

LLC composting site at Lake Penhollow. 541-593-4197. • La Pine Transfer Station. 541-317-3163. • Knott Landfill, Bend. 541388-1910. For more information about SROA’s LFR roadside pick-up program call SROA Public Works Department at 541593-2483. For more information about ladder fuels on private property or on commons, call SROA Natural Resources Department at 541-593-1522.

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www.sunriverwomensclub.com Sunriver Women’s Club president’s message It is with a heavy heart that I announce the cancellation of the 2020 Sunriver Art Fair in August and the Community Picnic in July. The recent ban on large gatherings through September has made holding either event not possible. There is good news… I am so proud of our members, community members, businesses and organizations that have donated and continue to donate to our COVID-19 Nonprofit Emergency Fund, which is very close to going over $20,000. Thank you to all who donated. –Nancy Fischer, club president • Membership: New members are welcome. Join us in social activities and philanthropic endeavors by applying online. For additional information, contact srwcmembership@gmail.com. • Birthday Luncheon: June luncheon has been cancelled but we would like to wish all our June birthday members a happy birthday. • Hearty Soles: Organized hikes are on hold at this time. Stay healthy, get plenty of fresh air

and sunshine and we will hike with you soon. • Fred Meyer Rewards: You can help the SRWC earn donations every time you shop by linking your Fred Meyer Rewards Card to the SRWC at www.fredmeyer.com/community rewards. Search by our name, “Sunriver Women’s Club” or by our nonprofit number BQ165. As always, you will still earn your rewards points, fuel points and rebates. • Amazon Smile: If you use Amazon for any of your online shopping, please consider using Amazon Smile and select the Sunriver Women’s Club: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/51-0186089. • We Care: If you are aware of members who could use a word of support to lift their spirits, a note of sympathy or congratulations please send the information to our “We Care” Coordinator, Susan Huseonica, at srwccorrespondingsecretary @gmail.com • SRWC website: Visit the website for a concise calendar of all events, www.sunriverwomensclub. com for the latest updates and information related to club activities.

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SRWC COVID-19 Emergency Fund helps nonprofits provide essential services Six south Deschutes County nonprofits received financial support from the COVID-19 Nonprofit Emergency Fund during April and May to deliver essential services during the pandemic. The fund, sponsored by the Sunriver Women’s Club, was formed because club leaders knew that local nonprofits were going to need additional support if they were going to meet the increased demand for services during the pandemic and remain viable in the future. Early in the pandemic the SRWC Philanthropy team identified the urgent need for food and recommended supporting three nonprofits providing meals. As the days and weeks passed and local families were struggling to pay their bills, the team identified the need for housing and utility assistance. The following nonprofits have received support so they can continue to meet the growing needs: • La Pine Community Kitchen ($6,000) to support a 200% increase in meals served on a to-go basis. • Council on Aging ($2,000) to support two senior food pro-

grams –- Meals on Wheels and take-out community meals. • La Pine Senior Activity Center ($1,000) to support their transition to to-go and delivery meals. They have seen a 100% increase in meals served. • La Pine Community Health Center ($1,000) to support prescription medications for under-insured or uninsured clients. • Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver ($3,000) to help their home ownership program families with mortgage assistance. • NeighborImpact ($3,000) for their utility assistance program including the necessities of heat, water, sewer, garbage and even cell phones, as phones can be people’s connection to jobs and other needed services. Additional disbursements will occur as more needs for support are identified. Check the SRWC website for updates. The COVID-19 Nonprofit Emergency Fund is ongoing, and we will continue to serve the community as long as there is a need and donations keep coming. Just 48 hours after the Turn to Fund, page 19

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The SRWC has a long history of supporting south Deschutes County nonprofits through the annual grant program. These grants are directed to women, children, families and seniors by providing basic necessities. This program is made possible through a variety of club fundraising efforts, of which the Art Fair held each summer is the biggest fundraiser. For the past 20 years the annual grant program has awarded $676,000, in its first year (2019) the Power of 100+ gave $20,000 and most recently the COVID -19 Emergency fund has given away $16,000. That is amazing support for our community! In 2020, 14 nonprofits were awarded $50,000. Each year we have a luncheon in May to celebrate the wonderful work these nonprofits do. Presentations Turn to Grants, page 19 SUNRIVER SCENE • JUNE 2020

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are made and SRWC members get to mingle with the service providers. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 closures the luncheon was cancelled this year. A few of the awardees will be highlighted here to share how they impact the lives of south Deschutes County residents. The 1017 Project raises cattle and supplies beef to food pantries in south Deschutes county. The pantries only pay for the butchering and processing costs. They get high quality protein at about $.89/ pound. Our funds will help them double the amount of beef provided to south county. The Central Oregon Council on Aging has seen an increase in requests for Meals on Wheels in our area. The program provides nutritious meals to seniors at the same time checking on their welfare. They have the ability to make referrals for other senior services which allow seniors to stay health and in their homes as long as possible. Our funds will help them eliminate the wait list for those needing services. The PTA at Three Rivers

culture and community we are all craving.” Iverson points out that their office in Sunriver Village has re-opened, Tuesday through Friday from 9 am to 4 pm, and that the festival team will soon be announcing several new events for the season. Stay tuned for a fully reimagined Festival Faire fundraising gala (online) featuring an abundance of performancK-8 school requested funds to replace computers the District removed because of obsolescence. These computers are part of a lab that allows students to take online classes. Other middle schools in Bend allow their students to go to a nearby high schools to take advanced classes. Because the distance to any high school, Three Rivers students are not able to travel to nearby high schools. The lab allows them to take online classes, advancing their education and staying on par academically with Bend students. Our funds will purchase three computers for their lab. The 2020 nonprofits receiving awards include: AAUW Tech Trek camp for middle school girls, Meals on Wheels, Family Access Network for Summer Activity programs, Care & Share for food boxes, In Our Backyard a human trafficking education program for La Pine, La Pine Community Kitchen for their hot meal program, La Pine Parks & Rec for their summer daycare/activity program, Neighbor Impact for energy assistance, Rising Stars

es and fun surprises. “Rest assured that Sunriver Music Festival continues its commitment to nurturing young artistic talent and to presenting world-class music for our community,” said Phillip Ruder, festival board of trustees president. For additional information on the season, please call the festival at 541-593-1084, email information@sunriver music.org or visit www.sunriver music.org Preschool for scholarships, St. Vincent DePaul for emergency shelter vouchers, Sunriver Music Festival for the after school orchestra, Sunriver Nature Center and Observatory for education outreach to south county, The 1017 Project beef for food banks, Three Rivers School PTA and Wonderland Express gift cards to low income attendees for food.

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appeal went out to members, the SRWC had raised the first $5,000 for the fund, exceeding our initial goal. Ten days later another $5000 had been raised. Within three weeks, due to the overwhelming generosity of SRWC members, community members and local organizations, we exceeded our goal of $15,000. This amazing support from the community has enabled the fund to have more impact than hoped for and to provide local support to local nonprofits. There is still time to join the effort by donating at https:// sunriverwomensclub.com/ COVID-19-Emergency-Fund or mail a check to SRWC, PO Box 3334, Sunriver OR 97707. SUNRIVER SCENE • JUNE 2020

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Sunriver Anglers: who we are, come join us By Jerry Hubbard Since 1977, the Sunriver Anglers have been promoting sport fishing and conservation in Central Oregon. Join the Sunriver Anglers today and help improve fishing and conservation in Central Oregon. The Sunriver Anglers mission is: • To broaden the public’s knowledge, understanding and enjoyment of the sport of fishing through instruction, events, and service. • To encourage, advocate and support conservation and protection of watersheds, fish habitat and wild fish populations. • To provide educational opportunities for school children to learn about fish and fish habitat and related aspects of the environment; and to learn basic fishing skills, principles of stewardship, ethical conduct and safety around the water. • To promote good sportsmanship and a code of ethics among all anglers. The Sunriver Anglers are committed to contributing to your enjoyment of this beautiful place in three general areas:

recreation, conservation and education. Recreation Our members are eager to share their knowledge, experience and enjoyment of angling with all levels of anglers. We host a variety of outings and fishing trips to nearby lakes and streams, giving you an opportunity to learn how and where to fish in our bountiful area. In the recent past, the Sunriver Anglers have sponsored outings to South Twin Lake, Lava Lake, East Lake, Diamond Lake and the upper Deschutes River. Spend a day on the water or do an overnight trip. Get hooked up and join the fun. Conservation You choose to live and play in Central Oregon… among the trees, enjoying the meadows, the fishing and wildlife. The Sunriver Anglers provides a number of hands-on efforts in which members can participate to help preserve and improve the environment we enjoy so much. Since 2006, Sunriver Anglers has invested the club’s energy

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and resources in improving sport fishing in Central Oregon, supporting organizations working on stabilizing water flows on the Upper Deschutes and Little Deschutes Rivers, removing invasive fish from our high lakes, providing scholarships to OSU students and partnering with federal, state, county and other groups. It also supports the Deschutes River Conservancy which is the lead entity attempting to restore winter water flows on the Upper Deschutes River. It is part of our mission to encourage, advocate and support conservation and protection of watersheds, fish habitat and wild fish populations. Education, youth programs One of our missions is to provide educational opportunities for school children to learn about fish habitat, basic fishing skills, water safety and the principles of stewardship. From co-sponsoring the Kokanee Karnival in Shevlin Park to hosting hundreds of kids at Free Fishing Day and sponsoring biology grads from OSU, we’re committed to education. Youth programs include Fall River Hatchery School kids educational outing and the Three Rivers School classroom angler education including fish dissection. Events, volunteer opportunities • Kids Free Fishing Day to host and feed over 200 kids • Restoring river banks • Improving fish habitats • Removing Tui chub from Oregon lakes Turn to Anglers, page 21 Management and Consulting for Homeowner & Condominium Associations & Projects 25 Years Management Experience in Central Oregon

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Fly-Tying Corner: blood midge dry fly By Phil Fischer Now that our lakes are open for the early season, I am spending a lot of my time fishing chironomid patterns under an indicator. But recently on Crane Prairie, the chironomid hatch became profuse and the fish started taking midges on the surface. There were many very large blood midges hatching and the fish seemed to be keyed in on these as they represented a solid meal for hungry trout. I was reminded of profuse blood midge hatches on California’s Davis Lake many years ago. I had stopped by the Grizzly Store near Davis Lake and the owner recommended a good blood midge dry fly pattern. It worked then, how about now? Fast forward to Crane Prairie and I just happened to have a few of this blood midge pattern in my fly box. Sure enough, on the second cast I was rewarded with a nice 17” Cranebow. For this month’s Fly Tying Corner, I revisit this old Blood Midge dry fly pattern that has served me well for so long. I have fished this fly during chironomid hatches on a few our area lakes and it has never let me down when fished in the right situation. This pattern represents an emerging midge as it breaks out of its nymphal shuck to become an adult midge. The fly is very vulnerable to trout at this stage. The fly is tied with orange marabou, with a short wisp of a tail that represents the trailing shuck. It is important when fishing this pattern to apply dry fly floatant to the thorax, hackle and wing, but not to the marabou. You want the marabou to absorb water and hang in the surface film, much like the trailing shuck of the natural. While the abdomen of the fly looks too full bodied in the picture above, rest assured the marabou slims down significantly when wet and does a particularly good job imitating the trailing shuck on the emerging insect. The naturals range from size 10 in the early season to size 16 as the season progresses. I will often Turn to Midge, page 21

Bend July 4th Pet Parade canceled The Bend Park and Recreation District has canceled the July 4th Pet Parade and OldFashioned Festival in Drake Park for 2020. The decision follows Gov. Kate Brown’s mandate that large gatherings such as festivals, fairs and events be canceled through at least September. “The Pet Parade and OldFashioned Festival are cherished events in our community and this is a difficult announcement to make,” said Matt Mer-

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cer, recreation services director for Bend Park and Recreation District. “But the health and safety of the community and our staff is our top priority.” The Pet Parade is an Oregon Heritage Event dating back to 1932. The only other year the parade did not take place was 1943, during World War II. District staff is planning alternate ways to honor the event’s traditions including virtual activities. “While we can’t all gather together, we have some great ideas in the works that will continue the spirit of the events. We hope the community will join us in new ways to celebrate our nation’s independence,” added Mercer. Updates and information will be available soon on the Bend Park and Recreation District website and social media channels. Other large events that take place as rentals in Bend parks and facilities will also be canceled if they cannot meet the state requirements. SUNRIVER SCENE • JUNE 2020

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• Teaching youth and beginning anglers • Working with school groups to teach all aspects of angling from habitat to safety.

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fish two flies dry-dry to give the trout a better opportunity to find the fly on the surface. It can be rewarding and frustrating to have fish rise around your flies, so I try to double the chance of them finding my patterns. Blood midge materials list Hook: Firehole 419 barbless, size 12 - 16 Thread: Danville 6/0 flat waxed, olive brown Tail and Abdomen: Dyed orange marabou Rib: Ultra copper wire, size BR Wing: Natural deer hair Thorax: Natural peacock herl Hackle: Whiting dry fly saddle, unique variant bronze dun Tying instructions and steps are published in video form, and can be found on

the Sunriver Anglers Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ SunriverAnglers/ or at the following YouTube URL: https:// youtu.be/9sSACcoHITs Give the blood midge a try next time you are out fishing a favorite stillwater. If you have questions or would like additional information about this pattern, please email me. Or, if you have suggestions on future patterns to feature in this column, I welcome your input. I can be reached at philfischer@ sbcglobal.net THE REAL ESTATE EXPERT YOUR FRIENDS RECOMMEND! John Gibson Principal Broker Certified Residential Specialist

Communications The Sunriver Anglers have a new website www.sunriver anglers.org which is designed to help anglers improve their fishing skills. The Anglers have a new “Come Join Us” educational and membership brochure describing their work in recreation, conservation, education, events and youth programs. Come Join Us and meet other like-minded people with whom you can enjoy the outdoors, help protect the special values we have here in Central Oregon and share your passions with all ages. Membership The Sunriver Anglers currently has 135 members. Members who bring in a new member get a $10 gift card from Sunriver

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Brewing. The Sunriver Anglers invites full or part time area residents with an interest in fishing and conservation to join the organization.

Investing in the greater Sunriver area Since 2006, the Sunriver Anglers has invested over $168,000 in improving sport fishing in Central Oregon, supporting organizations working on stabilizing water flows on the Upper Deschutes and Little Deschutes Rivers, removing invasive fish from our high lakes, providing scholarships to OSU students and partnering with Federal, State, County and other groups. Over the years the Sunriver Anglers has purchased tools for a Summit High School advanced biology class, completed interpretive sign projects at the Fall River Hatchery and in Sunriver and donated fish incubators to Three Rivers School for biology classes. The club also has financially supported ODFW Crane Prairie fish genetics study, Oregon Trout/ Deschutes Watershed Council’s

Healthy Waters Institute and others. The following is a list of some of our investments in conservation and education since 2006: • Deschutes River Conservancy $55,325 • Kokanee Karnival Student Education $28,500 • Scholarships $22,500 • Sunriver Trail Educational Signs $23,800 • Crane Prairie Fish Genetic Study $5,664 • Tui Chub Fish Removal $4,600 • Healing Waters Veterans $2,700 • Free Fishing Day for Children $4,000 • Edmund Well Wildlife Sanctuary $3,000 • Upper Deschutes Bank Restoration $2,500 • Upper Deschutes River Coalition $2,000 • Deschutes Land Trust $1,500 • Sunriver Nature Center $750 • Three Rivers School $525 Visit our new website at www. sunriveranglers.org

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Events&Programs Some SROA recreation amenities reopen While the aquatics remain closed under Gov. Kate Brown’s “Reopening Oregon” phase one plan, it does allow tennis and pickleball play and fitness centers to open. SROA continues to monitor state opening phases regarding aquatics, playgrounds and contact sports (e.g. basketball, volleyball, etc.), which have not been announced.

The SHARC facility will remain locked, but allow limited access to the Member Services office by appointment. Hours of operation will be limited based on available staff to provide services, maintain social distancing requirements and sanitize the facility. Tennis and pickleball operations have also resumed on a limited basis and available

at this time at Tennis Hill at Fort Rock Park only. Advance reservations are also required. Everyone needs to do their part by following all health and safety guidelines and participate in a manner that ensures the safety of all. Please note that all dates, times, access requirements, etc. are subject to change without notice.

SHARC Entry Requirements SHARC operation hours are only Monday-Friday at this time

1. Entering the facility will be by appointment only. The exterior doors will always remain locked. 2. Staff will ask you the required health and safety questions prior to making the appointment: • Have you had a cough, fever, chills or shortness of breath? • Have you been in close contact with anyone with these symptoms or anyone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19 in the past 14 days? • If yes to any of these questions, then the appointment will be rescheduled. 3. Staff will take your temperature at the front door before entering the facility. If you have a temperature above 100.3, services cannot be provided, and the appointment will be rescheduled. 4. Masks or face coverings are required by all people while in the facility. 5. Frequent hand sanitizing is encouraged. Sanitize stations will be in several locations throughout the facility. PLEASE NOTE: During the phase one reopening, Hosmer Living Room will be closed.

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Monday – Friday | 9am – 2:30pm Limited to 1-hour workout sessions (9am, 10:30am, 12pm and 1:30pm) and a maximum of 6 people during each timeframe to allow cleaning between sessions. 1. Book an online appointment at the following address: https://www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/S4SHNZ Sign up steps: • Select “Classes” tab • Select date and time of desired appointment • Enter required information • Add your Member Preference ID# (located below the photo on your ID card) by clicking “add a message” below the appointment details. • Click “Book My Visit” • If you are unable to keep your appointment, please cancel / delete your appointment ASAP to allow for another owner to access the center. 2. Booking Restrictions: • Booking allowed no more than two days in advance. • Booking required 1-hour prior to appointment time. • Members can sign up and bring one guest at time of registration. SROA Guest Pass and $3 for entry. 3. Fitness Center Access Requirements: • A face covering will be required during your workout • Wipe down equipment before and after use • Please return used towels and mats to the designated bins located in the fitness center. • Please sanitize your hands regularly with provided sanitizer • Maintain social distancing of 6 feet from others at all times.

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Monday – Friday | 8:30am – 4:00pm (by appointment only) 1. Book an online appoinment at the following address: https://www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/S4SHNZ 2. Only one member allowed in at a time unless additional members need a new card or updated photo. 3. Renewing your Member Preference ID card? • No need to make an appointment or visit the facility, renewals can be done over the phone. Call 541-585-3147.

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Monday – Friday | 9am – 3 pm at SHARC • Participants call into SHARC to arrange for a staff member to provide the discs and take collateral. 541-585-5000. You may also use your own discs. • Return discs to the “used disc” bin at SHARC where staff will return your collateral and sanitize the discs for future use. • Weekend Disc Golf: Disc golf participants must call Tennis Hill hut to arrange picking up the discs (if needed) and follow the same collateral system used at the Tennis Hut (open Thursday-Mon, 9am-3pm). Call 541-593-5707.

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Thursday – Monday | 9am – 2:30pm at Tennis Hill • Open to Member Preference IDs, Recreation Plus cards and the general admission • Play is by reservation only up to 3 days in advance by calling 541-593-5707 • Play time will be 60 minutes per reservation (9am, 10:30am, 12pm and 1:30pm) • One reservation per player or group, per day • Play is open to singles or doubles • Players will be required to mark and use only their own ball and racket/paddle for play to minimize contact with others

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Safely recreating during a pandemic Central Oregon Emergency Information Network encourages local residents to recreate safely. Those who choose to enjoy the sunshine outdoors should follow these recommendations, developed in partnership with recreation leaders from Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson counties. Biking • Trail etiquette is as important as ever now. • Yield to both hikers and horses on trails. • Ride/hike from your back door, if possible. (Avoid driving to trailheads.) • Maintain at least 6 feet of distance from others. • Visit less crowded areas, visit during off-peak times, and have a back-up plan. • Be nice, say hi! Fishing • Visit less crowded areas, visit during off-peak times, and have a back-up plan. • Keep at least 6 feet between you and other Oregonians enjoying the outdoors. • Sustain fish and wildlife

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Wild Poppy Florist wants customers to ‘walk out happy’ By Andrea Hine The Sunriver Resort guest, who had stopped in to find an anniversary gift for his wife, left the shop holding a dozen fragrant red roses and the feeling he’d made two new friends. The resort itself, whether planning a holiday party for its 100+ employees, or entertaining corporate clients, also relies on the same local vendor for floral decorations. As did the couple whose non-negotiable requirement for their gothic-themed wedding was a copious number of black roses – each of which had to be painted by hand. These satisfied customers all turned to Charla Hanson and Paula Horn at Wild Poppy Florist, which specializes in floral design, home décor and gifts, and custom-design jewelry. “It’s not just about filling or-

ders,” emphasized Hanson. “We really care about our clients, and put that care into everything we do. It doesn’t matter whether someone needs a small bouquet or help in planning an elaborate event. Everyone gets the same attention, as we want all our customers to walk out happy.” Added Horn, her co-owner, “nothing we put together is ‘run of the mill’ – we always try to make it special.” The two women originally were just acquaintances whose kids went to school together. When Horn (previously a fitness trainer until sidelined by a back injury) remarried in 2017, “Charla did my flowers, which were absolutely stunning.” The pair began working together on specific assignments, and when Hanson opened her shop on Venture Lane in the Sunriver Business Park two years ago,

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Rotary Club of Sunriver-La Pine fosters love of reading through literacy project By Andrea Hine “When books were delivered to the first graders last year, you could see the joy on their faces,” recalled Laurie Henberg, past president of the Rotary Cub of Sunriver-La Pine, in recounting the finale of an annual project called “Gift of Literacy.” A collaboration among two Rotary clubs (Bend and Sunriver-La Pine), the Bend-La Pine School District and the Deschutes County Library, the effort begins when eight books are chosen by a committee consisting of library and school district staff – “each of which is hardcover and beautifully illustrated,” she described. First grade teachers from Three Rivers, La Pine and Ro-

sland elementary schools – as well as participating schools in Bend – each receive a complete set of the books, which are read to their students – and discussed – during the course of several months, ending in January. A total of 148 first graders in southern Deschutes County are involved. “After this exposure to all eight books, each student is then asked to choose their favorite among them,” Henberg explained. “The Deschutes Library then orders multiple copies according to the selections that have been made, as financed by the participating Rotary organizations.” “The first graders aren’t necessarily told what happens after

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casting their votes, making our subsequent delivery of books to their classrooms a surprise,” she continued. “Each book comes in an individual book bag, complete with a book plate label on the inside where the student can write his or her name.” “It’s a fabulous way to foster love of reading at an early age, with the hope that the students will become lifelong readers,” said Henberg. The project took place this year under unique circumstances, and in adherence to safe distancing guidelines. “We were met at the front of each school by the principal or a staff member when dropping off the boxes of books,” Henberg noted. “It is my understanding that schools are providing drive-up opportunities where parents can pick up the books for their children, as well as other supplies. “We hope that receiving these books will be a big, bright spot for the students, and give them something tangible and happy that they can carry through the spring and summer.”

Tim Broadbent, principal of Three Rivers School in Sunriver (one of three elementary schools benefiting from the “Gift of Literacy” project), accepts a box of books for first graders delivered on behalf of the Rotary of Sunriver-La Pine by past president Laurie Henberg.

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anniversary, when we were asked to duplicate the bride’s original wedding bouquet in the table arrangements. She even displayed her wedding dress.” Wild Poppy’s duo emphasizes that “in addition to our clients, we care about the local community, and have played sponsorship roles in support of La Pine’s Frontier Days and Hawk Mat Club (wrestling), Sunriver

Dance Academy, Three Rivers School, the Assistance League of Bend, and the Oregon Fire Service Office Administrators, among others.” Summing up their efforts, Hanson and Horn both pick the same measure of success: “We love our customers, and they love us.” Wild Poppy Florist is located at 56825 Venture Lane, # 108, in Sunriver, is open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Closed Saturday and Sunday. Call, 541.593-2027

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Top causes of wildfires can be prevented For many, the term “wildfires” conjures up large forest fires in remote, unpopulated areas. And, in many cases, these “wildfires” are believed be the from lightning. The truth, however, is just the opposite. People, and things created by people, are actually responsible for 70 percent of wildfires in Oregon. And the majority of these fires start near homes and communities. The top three human-caused wildfires are escaped, or rekindled, debris burns; sparks or exhaust from power equipment, and escaped campfires; all of which can be prevented. Escaped debris burns is, and has consistently been, the number one cause of wildfires in Oregon for decades. While the general cause falls under debris burning, the specific cause may result from a number of reasons. Burning during windy conditions; not having Sunriver Holy Trinity Church Please join us for mass • Saturday at 5:30 pm • Sunday at 8 am

adequate clearing around the burn pile; leaving the burn site unattended; rekindling days or weeks after the initial burn due to increased wind and/or heat; or not having water and tools immediately available to manage the burn site. Open flames or burning of any kind is prohibited within Sunriver proper. Whatever the reason, all of these fires can be prevented by following this simple checklist. • Call before you burn. Local regulations may restrict or prohibit burning altogether. • Place yard debris in an open area away from structures, trees and power lines. • Create small piles (4’ x 4’) to better manage the burn. • Cover portions of piles with polyethylene plastic (landscape material) to keep a portion dry for lighting later. • When conditions improve, check with your local fire agency for any regulations in place. • Never burn under windy conditions. • To maintain containment, create a perimeter around the pile at a minimum of 3 feet,

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scraped clear to bare mineral soil. • Keep a shovel and charged hose nearby to manage the burn. • Make sure the pile is dead out before leaving. • Return periodically over several weeks to make sure the pile is still out: No heat, no smoke. Wildfires sparked from power equipment can happen when, in many cases, property owners are trying to reduce fire hazards around the home. The leading culprit in recent years has been mowing dry, cured grass during periods of high or extreme fire danger. While hot exhaust coming into contact with dry grass could start a fire, the most common ignition source is the lawn mower blade striking a rock or other spark emitting surface. Other equipment known to start fires are power saws, weed eaters, motor vehicle exhaust (including motorcycles and ATV’s), cutting and welding, and power lines. Keep these things in mind when working with or using power equipment. • Check local regulations.

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proper tools to care for and fully extinguish the fire. Follow these simple guidelines when having a campfire. • Call before you go. Campfires may not be allowed due to fire danger. • Carry a bucket for water and a shovel. • Campgrounds are the safest place to have a campfire, complete with open areas and established fire pits. • Where dispersed camping is allowed, build campfires in open areas away from grass, brush and overhanging trees. • Keep fires small and manageable. • Put the campfire completely out before leaving or going to Turn to Wildfires, page 28

Sunriver You: Sunriver history class available online By Helen Heeren Our overriding Sunriver You mission has been to bring together people who know stuff with people who want to learn stuff. Sadly, at the moment, it’s the “together” part that isn’t possible. Consequently, we are unable to offer a summer term with the uncertainty that currently exists. The Sunriver You team is tentatively planning our fall term and we will keep our fingers crossed that there is a safe way to offer classes in a few months. Although we can’t be together at the moment, if you missed the 50 Year History of Sunriver class that was presented at SHARC on Feb 27 by John Salzer, it is available to be viewed on YouTube at https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v= TIF4Sp5qRgs

It was apparent at that class that Salzer has a lot more to share with us on Sunriver’s history, and he was planning on teaching more classes for us over the summer. Instead of teaching the classes live he has graciously offered to record these classes and present them as if we were all there in person. These classes will break down the 50 years into smaller time periods so we can get a more indepth lesson on Sunriver’s story. Once these classes are ready we will let you know how they can be viewed online. As always, we’re still here if you have class suggestions, would be willing to teach in the future, or want to be on our email list. Please contact us at info@ sunriveryou.com or link through our website at www. sunriveryou.com

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Some activities may be restricted or prohibited due to fire danger. • When allowed, mow grass early in the morning when moisture is present. • Keep vehicles and other equipment in good working condition, including exhaust systems. • Create defensible space early in the spring before the onslaught of fire danger. While escaped campfires ranks third on our list, it does not account for the hundreds of abandoned campfires firefighters extinguish during their routine patrols. Campfires lead to wildfires when people build them in unsafe areas, leave the site without properly putting them out, or don’t carry the

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SSD board monthly meeting summary public safety The Sunriver Service District Managing Board held its regular meeting on May 14, 2020. Board members present: Ron Schmid, Jim Fister, Bill Hepburn, Dennis Dishaw, Mark Murray, Ron Stephens and John Ralston. SSD staff present: Chief Cory Darling, Chief Tim Moor, Debbie Baker, Candice Trapp. Public input -None Financial report Year-to-date as of April 30, 2020: Total Revenues..................$5,258,776 Police Personnel, Materials & Servic es.......................................$1,492,486 Fire Personnel, Materials & Ser vic es........................................$1,982,606 Bike Patrol..............................$40,508 General Personnel, Materials & Servic es…......................................$168,781 Consent Agenda –Approved April 16, 2020 regular SSD board meeting minutes as written. –Approved May 7, 2020 special board meeting minutes as written. –Approved SROA monthly invoice in the amount of $14,901.36. Coronavirus –The lobby and public access to both fire and police departments will reopen with masks required and hand sanitizing in order to enter. –All fire station tours and open houses have been canceled through the summer. “We want to remain cautions

through phase one,” said Chief Moor. –Sunriver Police investigated 55 reports of short-term rental violations with all but seven in compliance. Old business –Strategic Plan: Plan will be ready for review by the board next month and then share with stakeholders for eventual approval later this summer. New business –Approved board chair signature to FEMA contract for 75% federal funding reimbursement for any eligible purchases related to COVID-19. –Due to health and safety concerns, discussed the continued suspension of event participation by SSD employees and volunteers. In the past volunteers and staff were used for large-scale events such as Pacific Crest, which has been canceled due to COVID-19. –Authorized Chief Darling to sign memorandum of understanding with St. Charles for prescription delivery by officers to house-bound or “at risk” owners during the pandemic. “We want to help the community and this falls under our mission statement,” said Darling. –Discusses suspension of even participation by employees and volunteers. –Provided update on meetings of the COVID-19 taskforce. The taskforce includes representatives from SROA, SSD, Resort and the Village. The meetings make sure everyone is on the same page while sharing challenges and solutions we are all facing.

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–Approved updated Sunriver Community Wildfire Protect Plan. –Approved April 2020 unaudited financials. Chief reports Police –Eight bike patrol officers are in training and will be patrolling the pathways for the summer season. –Most officer training has been canceled due to COVID-19. –Working with Chief Moor to put together video public service announcements for emergency preparedness. –A test of the emergency siren system was held May 12. –Both chiefs and SSD chair Bill Hepburn have held discussions with Village and Resort management on the reopening of Sunriver. –Non-essential Citizens Patrol operations were suspended due to COVID-19. In discussion to resume some routine duties. –In April, the Sunriver Police Department received 663 calls for service, 43 of which were emergencies. Officers investigated 32 cases, 20 suspicious persons or prowlers, 6 animal issues, conducted 12 traffic stops, provided 316 security checks and 9 lost and found. Fire –Chief Moor reported a high number of responses for gas leaks. “Homeowners come in for the first time in months, turn everything on, the pilot doesn’t light and fills the home with gas.”

–Working to hire three seasonal employees. –Performing wildfire prevention home visits to ensure homeowners are maintaining defensible space on their property. –Participated in the update to Sunriver’s Community Wildfire Protection Plan. –In April, there were 26 calls for the fire department, which included 16 EMS responses, 2 motor vehicle crashes and 8 public assist calls. Administration –Worked with SROA general manager on a joint letter to the county regarding mass gatherings vs. events. –Formatted letter by SSD chair Hepburn addressing volunteer non-participation by staff in Sunriver events through at least June. –Forwarded signed Resolution 2020004 requesting SROA create a rental property registry. –Finalized the SSD budget and sent it off to Deschutes County for approval. Other business –The meeting adjourned at 4:31 p.m. –The next regular meeting of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board is scheduled for Thursday, June 18, 3 p.m. at the Sunriver Fire Station Training Room, 57475 Abbot Drive in Sunriver. Approved meeting minutes are posted to www.sunriversd.org as available.

Property housekeeping is first step in fire prevention By Jim Bennett, Sunriver Fire Department The last few months we have focused heavily on the importance of preparedness and response to disasters and evacuations. If you have not had a chance to peruse the articles we encourage you to take a peek through Sunriver’s emergency preparedness website (www. sunriveremergencyinfo.com) as there is important information about disaster response, details of evacuations and how to be in the loop for emergency information. In conjunction with preparedness and response we cannot forget about prevention efforts, especially when it comes to fire in our community. According to data from the U.S. Forest Service and the Wildland Fire Management Information, 85% of wildland fires are human caused. That is a troubling statistic considering how easily preventable many of these fires are. Someone failed to act or acted in a way that allowed fire to move from good use to devastation. There are many steps that we SUNRIVER SCENE • JUNE 2020

can take as an individual to protect our home and, ultimately, our community. Barbecues can be dangerous when hot coals fall onto combustibles such as a wooden deck or forest debris like dry pine needles. Fortunately, Sunriver has banned the use of charcoal and wood outdoor fires and barbecues. However, rules mean nothing if they are not followed. Be in compliance (and fire safe), use only approved propane or gas barbecues. When thinking of homes and businesses catching fire during a wildland interface fire (fire that intersects between forest and community) one may think the fire is “at the doorstep” and eventually spreads to the structure. Certainly, there are times where fire spreads exactly like that, but frequently fire spreads from falling embers. During a fire incident winds (sometimes generated by the fire) can blow red-hot embers far beyond the head of the fire and into neighborhoods. While the ember may land in the yard, it can just as easily land in a gutter or

on a roof. Chances are that your gutter is not filled with water but is likely filled with plant debris such as pine needles, branches, and twigs. When the hot ember lands in the pile of dry plant foliage it is only a matter of time until it ignites. The fire will likely not be contained to a metal gutter, as it spreads into the underside of the roofing and into that attic space. From there, it is a serious, fast-spreading fire. Moral of the story is check and clean those gutters today. Just like a log in the fireplace, logs stacked against a house can easily ignite from a heat source such as an ember blown in from a nearby fire or a reckless discarding of a cigarette. Walk the perimeter of your home today to make sure there is space between combustible items and the house and eaves. When you think of a tub (as in a hot tub) probably your first thought is not about fire, with a tub full of water. However, over the years we have had our fair share of hot tub-related fires. Poor wiring, overheating parts www.sunriverowners.org

and rodent damage can lead the workings of a tub to generate enough heat to light a deck on fire, and it has happened, right here in Sunriver. Have your tub regularly serviced and checked for any fire hazards. Ladders and fire? Imagine a ladder for fire, but not a ladder to reach and fight a fire. Simply put, “ladder fuels” are forest

debris and other combustibles that allow a low, ground fire to find its way up into a tree, where there are probably more needles, dead foliage, and opportunity for explosive growth. Look around at the trees in your yard. Are there other combustibles leaning against or near Turn to Prevention, page 28

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Bigfoot returns for wildfire season The Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal’s Bigfoot: Believe in Fire Safety campaign is returning for the 2020 wildfire season – asking Oregonians to protect their communities by preventing wildfires. “This really comes down to protecting communities and preventing wildfires,” says State Fire Marshal Jim Walker, of the OSFM’s Bigfoot campaign. “Wildfire prevention begins with all of us. Together we can make a positive impact. Since most wildfires are started by people, please do your part to prevent them.” In response to the challenges of recent wildfire seasons, the OSFM enlisted Pacific Northwest icon Bigfoot, friend in fire prevention, to inspire the public to take action and reduce risks of human-caused wildfires. The campaign first launched in spring 2019. From the start, Bigfoot served as an iconic messenger to encourage Oregonians and visitors to protect our communities and homes from human-caused wildfires. OSFM’s Fire Prevention Coordinator Stephanie Stafford made the connection that wildfires occur where Bigfoot “lives,” which created the opportunity to promote awareness around fire prevention in the wildland urban interface (WUI). Data show the most costly fires in recent years nationally all occurred on WUI lands. Wildfire threats to Oregon’s

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communities have led to longer and costlier fire seasons for state and local agencies. The wildfire problem also has captured the attention of Oregonians. Statewide they see the effects of fires on forests, as well as on homes in the wildland urban interface. In the past two years, data collected in Oregon for the National Fire Incident Reporting System show there were 14,971 outdoor fires with 554,196 acres burned. Most of these outdoor fires were caused by unintentional human ignition rather than natural sources such as lightning. The OSFM will be working with its more than 300 Oregon fire service partners to help share Bigfoot-themed education and branding materials that encourage Oregonians to “believe in fire safety,” around their homes and when recreating around their communities and in the outdoors. The Oregon fire service plays an important role in providing critical first response for initial suppression of many wildfires that begin in their jurisdictions and can often spread to public lands. In 2019, fire agencies helped

Bigfoot reach residents statewide, and the OSFM will be providing Bigfoot materials for agencies to share and motivate their residents to prevent wildfires. Bigfoot’s message for 2020 to “believe in fire safety” can be shared with the hashtag #BelieveInFireSafety. To learn more about wildfire prevention and preparedness, or to find and download your favorite Bigfoot image and spread the word, visit the OSFM website. You can also follow the OSFM and Bigfoot on the OSFM Facebook and Twitter pages.

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bed. To do so, drown the fire with lots of water from your bucket, stir the coals and drown again. Using the back of your hand, determine that the ashes are cool to the touch and won’t rekindle under warm, windy conditions. Fire officials from multiple protection agencies are encouraging everyone to do their part to Keep Oregon Green. Visit keeporegongreen.org for more information.

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them that could allow for the perfect ladder for fire to move from forest floor to treetop? If so, remove them today. A fire creeping along the ground is many times easier to combat than one which has moved into the upper reaches of a tree on its way to becoming a crown (treetop) fire that swiftly moves from tree to tree. Is your house number visible to emergency responders? If we need to respond, it helps to know which house is yours. If plants have overgrown the view from the street or paint is flaking off, clean up the house number so we can find your home quickly during an emergency. Keep informed about fire incidents affecting our community by visiting www.sunriveremer gencyinfo.com and do your part to best protect your home from the spread of wildfire. www.sunriverowners.org

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4-2 Dispatched to Vista Lane location for report of a dog chasing ducks on the golf course. Dog and owner were GOA. 4-3 Report of an individual shooting a pellet gun from their porch on Meadowlark Lane. Officer located the target and made contact with the party. The contacted party indicated their juvenile son was target practicing. Contacted was instructed to remove the target, advised of SROA Rules and Regulations, and ORS violations. 4-4 RP called reporting people using Woodlands Golf Course after hours. The course remains tentatively closed until mid-May and RP would like to request extra security checks. RP did indicate Meadows golf course remains open. 4-5 Responded to Paper Birch lane for a parking complaint of a white school bus with Florida plates that has been parked in the driveway for several days. Officer contacted the homeowner and she let me know that the bus was a friend’s vehicle and that they were leaving today. The homeowner was aware of the SROA 48 hour rule. 4-6 Officer responded to a Winners Circle location on report of a violation of Executive Order 20-12. Contacted party indicated they were friends of the owners and not renting. Officer provided a copy of Oregon Executive Order 20-12, Deschutes County Order 20-17 and SROA Resolution 20-01. 4-7 Witch Hazel Lane neighbors concerned there are short-term renters staying at the property. Left messages for owner and property management company. 4-8 Officer responded to a Deschutes County theft call in La Pine to retrieve a bicycle that potentially belonged to Discover Sunriver Vacation Rentals. 4-11 Officer flagged down regarding adult males playing basketball at park on Cascade Road. The court was vacated after officer requested them to leave noting the “closed” signage and blocked-off area. The gentlemen moved to exercising in the field. 4-12 Contacted an individual behind a dumpster at Sunriver Resort. Contacted party was advised the Sunriver Resort did not want him digging in the dumpsters and to leave the property. 4-17 Officer contacted person sleeping in his vehicle at Cottonwood Road location. He had no permission to stay there and was told to move on. The subject stated that he had been drinking so he didn’t want to leave immediately. After a short discussion he was asked to leave in a few hours. Officer contacted the store to see if they wanted the subject trespassed. 4-18 Report of renters at Shamrock. Rented from Saturday to Wednesday with a document allowing her and her children to travel and rent due to her husband being in the medical field and having to allow him to quarantine at their home. County notified, who will look into it further on Monday to see if this is an exception. RP was left a phone message. 4-19 Dispatched to harassment complaint on Abbot Drive. Officer contacted the RP who was a party to the child exchange a few minutes earlier. RP did not indicate a crime occurred. RP and contacted were both advised to not exchange children until an officer is present. 4-19 Report of possible renters who were coughing outside at a residence on Winners Circle. Contacted subjects who were the owners and were at their house doing upkeep. 4-20 Cold attempted burglary to a shed on Beaver Drive that was noticed on April 16. 4-23 Officer took a report of a cold hit and run that occurred on Beaver Drive. 4-24 While performing a security check at the Sunriver Nature Center, officer found an Apple Airpod charger with no headphones on the bench located at the front entrance. I spoke with one the nature center employees who said they were aware and had left it there to see if someone comes back for them. 4-24 Dispatched to the report of a goose with a trap stuck on its foot. Goose swam away and officer was unable to catch it. OSP Game and Sunriver Nature Center were notified. 4-25 Received a call for renters in a residence on Mt. Adams. Officer contacted several people that said they rented the residence from Cascara Vacation Rentals. They were advised of the governor/county order Turn to Cop Log, page 31 SUNRIVER SCENE • JUNE 2020

‘Butte bagging’ near Sunriver By Dan Hilburn and Jim Greenleaf East Coast hikers brag about peak bagging and count any summit above 4,000 feet above sea level. Sunriver Village is higher than that! Summiting any of the buttes in this area will take you to elevations higher than most of the mountains in the east. My friend, Jim Greenleaf, has coined the term “butte bagging” to describe his exploration of our local monticules during this no-travel period. You too can be a butte bagger. Here is a selection of the most accessible buttes that offer short, enjoyable hikes near Sunriver. Lava Butte is known for its seasonal visitor center and the road to the top. The view it offers is spectacular. Less well known is that you can hike up the road before the visitor center opens or after hours. Pass

through a people-only gate to the left of the locked car gate at the base of the road. Hike up for the sunset on a night with a full moon rising and you’ll never forget it. Pilot Butte in Bend also has a road to the top. As I write this, that road was closed, but a hiking trail that will take you to the same amazing view is open. The trailhead parking area is accessed from the first left east of the Butte on Highway 20. The trail is wide, well-used and just over a mile long. I climb Pilot Butte every time I take my car to the dealer for an oil change – it beats watching TV in the waiting room. Try it on your next essential trip to Bend. Ann’s Butte, just south of Sunriver, offers excellent hiking and scenic views, but, beware, there are no trail signs. This butte has two peaks with a saddle between them. There

are trails up both, a trail that goes all the way around the base, plus lots of other user-built connector trails. Stick to the well-worn paths and pay attention to where you are relative to your car. Reach the small parking area by following Lloyd Way south off Spring River Rd. Where the dirt road turns sharply left, park near a battered Ann’s Butte sign and walk another 0.4 miles south on double-track dirt before two single-track trails branch off to the west. Camp Abbott Cinder Cone is 0.8 miles off Highway 97 on the road to Lava Cast Forest. A cinder quarry dominates the base and a rough mile-long road leads to the top. The hike/drive up is trashy and not particularly interesting, except perhaps to rock-hounds, as there is supposedly a spot near the top where

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virus. However, High Desert Family Medicine does have the capability to test for the virus. High Desert Family Medicine offers any patient a mask for their visit for any who requests one and their staff will wear a mask if the patient requests that as well. Additionally, all patients are brought through open doors immediately to their exam room with no time spent in the reception area. Each patient is then released from their exam room after their visit only after the staff validates that no other patients are in the hall or checking out. This process guarantees that all patients seen will never see another patient during their visit. All rooms and front counters are disinfected between patient encounters. “We feel our patients’ medical care does not stop because of a virus of any type, whether the common influenza or coronavirus, and there is no substitute for patients actually being seen and interacting with their physician,” said Skotte. “To accomplish that we want our patients and the Sunriver community to feel totally safe while taking care of their medical needs.” James Holmes, who has owned a home here in Sunriver since the 1970s said it best: “We appreciate Dr. Skotte’s willingness, along with his staff at High Desert Family Medicine, to serve on the front lines and take care of us during these challenging times, making sure we have continuity in our medical care and not making everything so complicated.”

per Butte. Forest Service roads will get you close enough to bushwhack to the top if you don’t mind climbing over blowdowns and pushing through manzanita stands. If you catch the butte bagging bug, Forest Service’s motor vehicle use maps are useful and if you have questions, contact the Jim, the Butte Bagger, at greenleaf.ja@ gmail.com. Happy trails!

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High Desert Family Medicine services continue in spite of COVID-19 High Desert Family Medicine has continued to provide the community of Sunriver and it’s patients full service in person medical care throughout the current medical situation as they have for the last 37 years. Dr. Daniel Skotte and the staff of High Desert Family Medicine serve on the front lines to make sure the community of Sunriver and patients have medical care available daily. Dr. Skotte and his staff have always maintained a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness, but have worked to implement positive changes to assure the community and patients feel safe and at the same time ensure that their medical staff are protected as well. While in Kuwait with the USAF, Skotte was in charge of the smallpox vaccine program at Al Jabar and as a former USAF flight surgeon and is well versed in public health as flight surgeons are the public health officers of USAF Wings. “As we do more testing in the United States, we are finding the mortality rate (those infected divided by those succumbing to the disease) is approaching that of the common influenza and this should be great news for all of us. Additionally, in Deschutes County with a population of around 160,000 we have currently 86 confirmed cases and no recorded deaths. Given these statistics this should alleviate much of the fear for all of us,” said Skotte. Additionally, High Desert Family Medicine has seen no patients with the symptoms of COVID-19 or needed to test anyone for the

the cinders have an iridescent sheen. The payoff is an unobstructed view of the Cascades. Another butte of interest to geology buffs is Wake Butte. It’s the same type of rock formation as Fort Rock. Follow FS 40 toward Crane Prairie. The signed parking lot is five miles after FS 45 branches off. Edison Butte is accessible from Edison Sno-Park. Across the road, start on a forest service road then join a bike/hike trail to the top. There is a nice view to the northwest. Vista Butte is a pleasant 4.4mile hike with a bench at a beautiful viewpoint. Park at the Vista Sno-Park off Century Drive. There are many others including: Bates Butte, Benham Butte, Katsuk Butte, Klawhop Butte, Lolo Butte, Pistol Butte, Talapus Butte, and Three Trap-

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Sunriver Stars Community Theater news highlights What can one say for the newspaper when there is no news. The Stars are doing what everyone in Sunriver is doing: sheltering and keeping safe and well. Our 2020-21 season is on hold until we can “gather” again. We have four shows ready to be produced, directed and presented, but with the uncertainty of the future it is impossible to predict when we will be able to proceed. Artistic director Victoria Kristy is anxious to present “The Wizard of Oz” in the fall, but unless it is safe for people to gather we fear there will be no audience. So, we are officially “on hold,” pending “opening” of state orders. In the meantime, we are sad to announce that David (wife

Marlene) Guasco passed away recently. Guasco was in several of our plays dating back to Radio Stars about five years ago. Along with Guasco we have also lost Myra Hause, William Campbell and, of course, Jerry Inman over the past years. The Sunriver STARS have positioned themselves to be a valuable par t of the Sunriver community and have contributed effectively to the education of children and adults in the performing arts. We will be ready to resume again when it is deemed safe. Rather than “On With The Show” – we are saying “Wait For The Show.” For more information about the Stars, visit www.sunriver stars.org

Spread the ‘g-love’ during unique fundraising event By Bruce Kindler As kids, we all knew what it was like to be hungry, but not hungry, hungry. There is no lack of evidence for some American children in not having enough to eat on a daily basis. Hunger doesn’t discriminate against the innocent who have no control of securing food for their growing bodies and, ultimately, affects them both physically and mentally. I want to play a tiny part in helping to relieve hunger in Central Oregon. It’s not like I don’t have time on my hands to do so. And, speaking of hands, after discussing this ongoing adversity with my son, Travis, the “Big Thumb” at Kinco Gloves and the Boys & Girls Club of Bend (BGCB), we came up with a way how we all can help. But first, some background on the need. All families are facing disruptions to some degree. Schools

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and were asked to leave. The renters would be leaving in the morning. Contact made with the manager at Cascara and explained the order. The manager stated they had misunderstood the terms and would not be renting out any more houses 4-25 Confirmed short-term renters at Gannet Lane home. Renters made arrangements with rental company to move them to Bend. 4-28 Parking complaint on Bobcat Lane. Officer notified the owner the vehicle needed to be moved into the driveway. Owner was moving the vehicle as the officer departed. 4-29 Dispatched to an address on Tokatee Lane for a call of two boys stealing wood out of the yard. The boys did not realize that the area where they were taking wood was not common ground and said they would take the wood back to where it belonged. 4-30 RP reported he believes his firearm fell out of his case. 4-30 Contacted subjects on Makaha Lane regarding a school bus parked in front of the residence. The couple are staying at their friend’s residence (which was confirmed) while they work on converting their bus into a livable travel bus. They were warned about the 48-hour rule and were given a few other options on where they can keep the bus and/or possibly getting a temporary permit for the bus to stay at the residence while they work on it. They were able to obtain a temporary permit through SROA.

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Common Sunriver Rules

Quiet Hours

Recreational Vehicles

10:00pm -7:00am

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

Smoking

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

Fires

Weapons, Firearms & Fireworks

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

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

Drones

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

Pets

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

Vehicles & Parking

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

Electric/E-Bikes

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

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

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

Wildlife

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

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UDRC 2018 Community Wildfire Protection Plan progress report The board members of the Upper Deschutes River Communities (UDRC) have prepared a detailed report about the accomplishments of our partners over the past two years in support of the UDRC 2018 Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), which can be viewed on the UDRC website at www.udrc.org The Upper Deschutes River Communities, established in 2004, developed the first Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) in conjunction with Deschutes County in the state of Oregon. Partners include the La Pine Rural Fire District, Deschutes National Forest, Bureau of Land Management, Oregon Department of Forestry, Deschutes County, Project Wildfire, Maybelle Clark McDonald Foundation, Burlington Northern Foundation and the National Forest Foundation. Through collaboration with other agencies, volunteers and funding sources, the UDRC has from 2005 to 2014 reduced fuel loads on 162 private lots (117 acres) assisting landowners in complying with Oregon Senate Bill 360, which requires owners to certify their properties are fire

safe. In 2016, our trial roadside chipping program completed 12 lots on eight acres. At the Fall River community, the UDRC chipped 12, one-acre lots. In 2017, seven lots on four acres were cleared. The UDRC defensible space reimbursement helped homeowners south and west of Sunriver to create defensible space around their homes. Homeowners applied to the UDRC and once approved could hire a contractor to create a defensible space. They sent the UDRC a paid invoice and the UDRC paid 100% of the cost up to $500. In 2018, the UDRC reimbursed 21 homeowners a total of $11,500 for implementing fuels reduction. In 2019, 45 homeowners were reimbursed for a total of $21,520 and owners spent a total of $44,717 on fuels reduction work. Over the last five years the UDRC has raised $25,000 in donations to match the Maybelle Clark McDonald Foundation’s $25,000 grant. Using grant funds and donations, the UDRC assists landowners in the UDRC CWPP area to create and maintain wildfire defensible space by reimbursing

their contractor expenses up to $500. A dedicated grant from the MCM Foundation provides funding up to $1000 to provide defensible space fuels reduction services for low-income senior or disabled homeowners in the UDRC and La Pine CWPP areas. So far, 10 lots have been treated under this program. The La Pine CWPP will be updated for 2020. Community education and ongoing information events

Kids and parents invited to watch and learn with Ollie and Olga As families across Oregon continue to stay at home, high atop a 95-foot tall pole just off the Willamette River a different kind of family is also hunkering down. A pair of osprey – affectionately known as Ollie and Olga – only leave their nest for essential supplies (mainly sticks and fish) and are expecting eggs any day now. A bird’s eye view in stunning hi-definition of their humble habitat and daily

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have been scheduled at the Sunriver Library. Topics discussed included current thinning and controlled burns prescribed by the USFS along Highway 97 and South Century Drive near Sunriver. This included thinning projects along Cottonwood Road and along South Century Drive near Maxwell Bridge. New Deschutes National Forest Supervisor, Holly Jewkes and Kevin Larkin, Bend Fort-Rock District Ranger, presented

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activities is now available from the comfort of your home. The City of Independence and Pacific Power invite children and parents to participate in a unique distance-learning event through weekly, live question and answer sessions with avian and wildlife experts each Thursday from 11 a.m. to noon. Although the webcam is streaming 24-7, the live events will give participants a chance

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plans for USFS thinning projects. BLM lands were thinned along Highway 97 near La Pine State Park Road. Boone Zimmerlee and Ed Keith presented forest thinning plans on private lands and continued to coordinate Project Wildfire projects on private lands throughout the county. You can help us continue defensible space landowner assistance programs by donating to the UDRC at https://udrc. org/donate-to-udrc/ to maintain social distancing while engaging in a robust conversation and learning experience. The weekly learning sessions and live stream can be accessed at http://ospreycam. online “We’re all in the same situation right now with schools closed and stay-at-home orders in place,” said Courtney Williams, Downtown Manager for the City of Independence. “This is a great way for us engage with each other and to experience these fascinating osprey while learning about their habitat, their important place in the food web and why year-after-year they make their home and raise their family in Independence’s Riverview Park.” Osprey, never too far from a body of water, build their nests high off the ground away from predators. Sometimes confused for bald eagles, osprey are also considered skilled hunters often diving from heights of 30 to 100 feet to catch fish, which is their primary food. Osprey populations were once threatened due to the use of a then common pesticide, DDT. In the 1970s, use of this chemical was banned and osprey populations made a recovery. Manmade structures similar to Ollie and Olga’s nesting pole have also helped by providing a safe place for the birds to make a home. Ollie and Olga’s current nesting pole was installed by Pacific Power with help from the City of Independence and The Independence Hotel as a safe place for the osprey to build a nest and raise their chicks during their seasonal stay, according to Eric Kasprzak, senior environmental analyst with Pacific Power. “We worked closely with the city of Independence to identify a suitable location for the Osprey” said Kasprzak. “This osprey nest platform is a great example of partnership in action and seeing these birds return year after year has given us a direct way to learn a lot about their species in the Willamette Valley.” SUNRIVER SCENE • JUNE 2020

Margolin returns for presentation at Sunriver Books By Deon Stonehouse Reopening may occur soon, so perhaps by the time June is here Sunriver Books & Music will be open. There will probably be new ways of shopping and we would like to request your help. It is probable we will be asking shoppers to maintain a reasonable distance from each other and to wear a mask. Some of you may feel this is not needed, that the risk is exaggerated. Having no experience in pandemics or virology, I respect your right to that opinion. However, the death toll is climbing. There are members of the community who are vulnerable. I have a family member in her 90s. We appreciate every one of our cus-

tomers. I enjoy talking with you about books, and we want to be good members of the community. If the measures we take offend, I apologize. Please know they are taken out of a desire to keep people safe. Although not everyone may agree with these measures, we ask your help in adhering to them, it will be appreciated. Saturday, June 20 at 5 p.m. Phillip Margolin presents “A Reasonable Doubt.” Margolin always puts on a good show. His New York Times Bestselling mysteries owe a lot to his years as a criminal defense attorney in Portland arguing death penalty cases. There is a feeling of reality and knowledge about the workings of the law that add

depth to his novels. This will be a ticketed event requiring purchase of the book, space is limited. Mystery, magic, and a complicated puzzle make “A Reasonable Doubt” fun to read. The pages fly by. If you enjoy a good mystery, do not pass this up. Robert Chesterfield is a master magician with a posh British accent, but not a nice guy. He was charged with killing two people. He walked because he hired the best, attorney Regina Barrister. Known as the sorceress for her brilliance as a defense attorney, Regina effortlessly left the prosecutor in tatters, her client cleared of the crime. Decades later, Robin Lock-

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that often provided a nutritional safety net for kids are closed. Loss of jobs, business closures, professional child care halted, kids left home alone while parents work at minimum wage, increase risk of domestic abuse, lack of internet access, etc. Many of you know all of this. The BGCB and the Bend-La Pine School District are working together to mitigate these challenges. They are providing about 50 meals a day to children whose club members’ household has an annual income of $25,000 or less, with 62% of the kids from a single parent

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wood, Regina’s protégé, is contacted by Chesterfield because he may find it convenient to have a criminal attorney on retainer in the near future. Robin isn’t thrilled with the client, but she has a lifelong fascination with magic, so she accepts.

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Sunriver Mens Golf: coronavirus rules still in effect; board discussing season opening By Paul J. Grieco sort’s plan was that the public Last month we opined how would be able to play, as long as social-and-golf-dislucky we are to be in the state of Oregon tancing rules are adand in Sunriver in hered to. Brown, too, particular during the in early May issued COVID-19 pandeman executive order allowing limited and ic due to relative sucincremental opening cess with the disease of some state parks our home state has afand outdoor recreforded us during this scary time. One of the Paul J.Grieco ational areas across main reasons for our Oregon for day use “luck” was that Oregon Gov. “as it becomes safe” to do so. Kate Brown saw fit during the Thanks to the Resort pros early stages of the coronavirus and maintenance staff alike, pandemic in the United States the Meadows and Woodlands to issue a stay in place order that courses are in fine early season has reaped obvious benefits in shape with fairways and greens helping minimize risk to most well cared for and riding carts Oregonians. The remoteness sanitized before and after each of Sunriver, too, offers an add- use. Only four driving range ed element of safety for the “stations” were available with six feet of locals who separation enjoy dai- “There are two things between ly walks each, and o r b i k e done best with your head rides on down – play golf and pray.” p l a y e r s with tee the miles –Lee Trevino, Golf Hall of Famer times were of resort given a paths – and the opportunity to play “just-in-time” allowance of 15 golf thanks to the Resort’s safe minutes to warm up and angolf rules that have enabled other 15 minutes to putt before local annual pass holders (and being called to the tee box. Basic their guests) to play golf and on-course rules and courtesies feel safe. At press time, the Re- still apply: players either walk

or one rider allowed per cart (unless they are members of the same household); a minimum distance of six feet apart is to be maintained between players throughout the course; the golf cups are literally above ground with foam inserts in each hole protruding above ground level several inches so that flagpoles remain in position and neither the poles nor the cups need to be touched; rather than rakes being in bunkers, they are in each cart. Players who are walking may carry their own rakes, again to eliminate multiple touching. Upon finishing a round, each rider is expected to clean out the carts completely of all pencils, cards, tees, personal items and litter or trash they may have created. Too, to prevent multiple handling of carts, players may for now drive their carts to and from their cars to load and unload and bring the carts finally to the cart-return area for sanitizing. With the Woodlands opening in mid-May, local players were also eager to welcome brand new riding carts outfitted with GPS and electronic “bells-andwhistles” in place courtesy of Resort management. SRMGC board discussing opening options As of early May the SRMGC board began discussing the possible opening of the club’s official golf season that had been sidelined due to the coronavirus pandemic and the concern for the safety of the members and golf staff. The board had voted to suspend organized competitive events until the current stay

SRMGC members Jim Zant, left, and Don Olson, right, practicing on the Meadows range with social distancing between them.

at home order and restrictions are lifted or relaxed by the governor and the board can determine under what circumstances it would be OK to begin “official play” for the 2020 season. The board is endeavoring to make an informed decision that will do the greatest amount of good for most members at minimum risk to their health and well-being. Of course players themselves have to take into account their own level of health and preexisting conditions and

how much, if any, risk they are willing to tolerate. Stay tuned for announcements that will be in a general email blast to the membership if and when any decisions are finalized. In the meantime, throughout April and May, many, if not most, SRMGC members enjoyed playing at the Resort in foursomes (or less) and not competing in the normal subsets of groups that typically have

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are a plethora of Chesterfield’s enemies, and the two defense attorneys, Regina Barrister, now retired, and Robin Lockwood. A magician killed in front of a crowd with no one aware of the crime or able to identify the killer. What a great mystery! There will be refreshments served and drawings for prizes. This is will be a ticketed event requiring purchase of the new book, contact us for details by calling 541-593-2525, emailing sunriverbooks@sunriverbooks. com, or stopping by Sunriver Books & Music in building 25 in The Village at Sunriver. Please check our website www.sunriverbooks.com for changes or cancellations.

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pears. His timing is good. He goes missing leaving behind a string of debtors, including a mobster who takes running out on a debt as a sign of disrespect. Years later, the Portland papers announce the debut of Robert Chesterfield’s Chamber of Death at the Imperial Theater. The illusion again ends differently than anticipated. This time Robert Chesterfield is not going to escape, he is seriously dead, murdered in front of a full theater of people with no one the wiser as to who put an end to the magician. In the audience

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June Book Club focus on Nevada By Deon Stonehouse Each year we focus the month of June on a region, state or city in the United States. We wander the country through the pages of books, reflecting on our rich diversity and cultural heritage. We are a vast country with an amazing variety of landscapes, treasured mountains, swift moving rivers, deep canyons; all must be protected and cherished, the land is irreplaceable. This year’s focus is Nevada. Join us to read and discuss interesting books. Book clubs meet Monday, check with us for times and details, Fort Rock everyone is welcome. • June 15 the Fiction Book Club discusses “Northline” by Willy Vlautin. Allison Johnson is a waitress with a weakness for alcohol and tendency to melancholy. She takes comfort in imaginary conversations with the actor Paul Newman. Her boyfriend Jimmy, a racist and a bully, is the poster child for bad taste in men (although he does have the good sense to appreciate Johnny Cash). After one too many unpleasant life moments, she flees Las Vegas, and Jimmy, for Reno where she will meet a few people who treat her with kindness. This is a beautifully rendered tale of a woman trying to find her way. Vlautin writes moving stories about people living on the knife edge of life. • June 29 the Mystery Book Club discusses “Bad Luck and Trouble” by Lee Child. Jack Reacher can be counted on to hold honor dear, refuse to compromise his traveling lifestyle, be there for his friends and make sure the bad guys get their comeuppance in the end. Boy howdy do they ever in this story. Back in his days in the military, Jack ran an elite group. They had a motto. “You do not mess with the special investigators.” Now, years after their time in the service, someone is messing with them big time. One of them was thrown out of a helicopter at 3,000 feet above the California desert. Jack cannot let this go unanswered. It is surely trouble to rile the big guy, killing one of his former crew definitely calls for retribution. The story is set in Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Sunriver Books & Music is located in building 25 in The Village at Sunriver. Call 541-593-2525 or visit www.sunriverbooks.com for more information.

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High Desert Museum from home While Deschutes County entered phase one of reopening, the High Desert Museum remains closed. Under Gov. Kate Brown's plans, museums are not included in phase one. Right now, we’re laser-focused on preparing for our reopening, putting in place new measures to keep our visitors healthy and safe. Stay tuned – we’ll reach out as soon as we know when we will reopen. With cabin fever setting in, the “virtual” door is open to all the creativity and fun the High Desert Museum has to offer. Go to highdesertmuseum.org/ resources/ to check out our resources webpage, “High Desert Museum from Home.” You'll find educational resources for parents and caregivers, activities for home, virtual adventures and more. • High Desert Spring Virtual Field Trip highdesertmuseum.org/high-

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istration tab in the menu (on the lower left side of the home page). For more information email SRMGC president Dave Buhaly at srvrbvrdave@icloud. com, or me at the address below. Paul J. Grieco is a director of the Sunriver Men’s Golf Club and may be reached at pjg3sr@ gmail.com

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The do’s and don’ts of mask, cloth face coverings symptoms start, or even if they never have symptoms, wearing a cloth face covering protects others. Face coverings worn by others can help protect you from getting the virus from people carrying the virus. When wearing a cloth face before touching your face or covering/mask covering: • Remove covering/mask without touching your eyes, Do: • Wear a covering/mask when you can’t maintain 6 ft of distance from people outside your household (e.g., grocery store, pharmacy) • Fully cover your mouth and Following guidance from the nose with the face covering/ White House, Centers for Dismask ease Control and Prevention • Limit gaps between face and (CDC), and state and local covering/mask public health authorities, the • Wash or sanitize your hands Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is increasing recreational access in Oregon. The BLM is working with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and using a phased approach to increase access on a case-bycase basis. Visitors should expect differing levels of services and available facilities across Oregon. Updates on affected Oregon BLM facilities can be A cottontail rabbit peeks in the window at SHARC as if to ask, “is found online at www.blm.gov/ oregon-washington/covid-ac anybody there?” Although SHARC doors remain locked, staff is cess-restrictions or by calling available ‘behind the scenes’ by appointment. For information, your local BLM office: visit www.sunriversharc.com/covid Central Oregon Public Health Departments encourage everyone to wear cloth face coverings in public settings when physical distancing measures are difficult to maintain, such as grocery stores and pharmacies. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cloth face coverings can help to slow the spread of COVID-19 in our community. Cloth face coverings prevent the person wearing the mask from spreading respiratory droplets when talking, sneezing or coughing. If everyone wears a cloth face covering when out in public, the risk of exposure to COVID-19 can be reduced for the community. Since someone can spread the virus before

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

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

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

Please Do Not Dump Garbage! Depositing anything other than recycling is considered littering

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

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Don’t: • Use someone else’s face covering/mask • Touch the inside of your face covering/mask • Share your face covering/ mask • Go out in public if you’re

experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, except for medical care. Cloth face coverings should not be placed on young children under age 2, anyone who has trouble breathing, or is unconscious, incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance. For children 2-8, cloth face covering should only be worn under adult supervision to ensure that the child can breathe safely and avoid choking or suffocation.

BLM begins to restore access to certain developed recreation facilities in Oregon

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mouth, or nose • Launder covering/mask when not in use, or when soiled • Continue taking other precautions, like physical distancing and regular hand washing.

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• Burns District: 541-5734400, BLM_OR_BU_Mail@ blm.gov • Coos Bay District: 541756-0100, BLM_OR_CB_ Mail@blm.gov • Lakeview District: 541947-2177, BLM_OR_LV_ Mailbox@blm.gov • Medford District: 541-6182200, BLM_OR_MD_Mail@ blm.gov • Northwest Oregon District: 503-375-5646, BLM_OR_ NO_Mail@blm.gov • Prineville District: 541416-6700, BLM_OR_PR_ Mail@blm.gov • Roseburg District: 541440-4930, BLM_OR_RB_ Mail@blm.gov • Vale District: 541-4733144, BLM_OR_VL_Mail@ blm.gov The health and safety of our visitors, employees, volunteers, and partners continues to be paramount. Across the state, our operational approach will be to examine each facility, function, and service provided to ensure those operations comply with current public health guidance. We continue to work closely with the Department of the Interior and are following CDC guidance to ensure public and employee spaces are safe and clean for visitors, employees, partners, and volunteers. The restoration of access to BLM recreation sites will be gradual and in coordination with the state of Oregon and our local partners. “We’re all in this together. BLM districts are ensuring that we’re taking the appropriate steps to protect the health and safety of our visitors and our recreation workforce,” said Jose Linares, Acting State Director for BLM Oregon/Washington. “Although we look forward to welcoming visitors back to our developed recreation facilities, we are asking for the public’s patience during this time of transition. We can’t stress enough that everyone should continue to follow guidance from the CDC and local offi-

cials when visiting their public lands.” The CDC has offered guidance to help people recreating on public lands prevent the spread of infectious diseases. We will continue to monitor all functions to ensure that visitors adhere to CDC guidance for mitigating risks associated with the transmission of COVID-19 and take any additional steps necessary to protect public health. The BLM encourages all visitors to incorporate the following outdoor recreation practices for safety and to avoid placing unnecessary strain on local communities and America’s public lands: • If you are sick, stay home. • Practice physical distancing and good hygiene. Follow CDC guidance on social distancing, maintaining at least six feet between you and those outside your immediate household. Avoid touching high-traffic surfaces. • Stay close to home. The state is still discouraging non-essential travel; this is not the time to travel long distances to recreate. Be sure to bring enough food, water, sunscreen, etc., for the entire day so you can avoid unnecessary stops. • Plan ahead to avoid crowds. Consider planning day trips during off-peak visitation times, such as early in the morning or on weekdays. Avoid crowding by not spending extra time in parking lots, at trailheads, or at boat launches. Launch one boat at a time to give others enough space to launch safely. Leave at least one parking space between your vehicle and the vehicle next to you. • Come prepared. Visitors will likely find reduced or limited access to restrooms as the BLM begins restoring access at individual recreation sites and should bring their own soap/ water/hand sanitizer and toilet paper. • Leave no trace. Many BLM recreation sites are also likely to have reduced or suspended trash collection services at Turn to BLM, page 37 SUNRIVER SCENE • JUNE 2020

Forests delay implementation Beware of scam of Central Cascades Wilderness alert hitting Central Oregon limited entry system The Deschutes County Sher-

After much consideration, the Deschutes and Willamette National Forests will delay the implementation of the Central Cascades Wilderness limited entry permit system until May 2021. “Given many logistical constraints caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, we are delaying our implementation until next year,” said Deschutes National Forest Supervisor Holly Jewkes. The Central Cascades Wildernesses limited entry system was set to begin on May 22 and would bring day-use limits to 19 out of 79 trails and overnight limits to all trails in the Mt. Jefferson, Mt. Washington and Three Sisters Wilderness. “Our focus has been on responding to COVID-19, and preparations for the permit system were delayed,” said Willamette National Forest Supervisor Dave Warnack. “We felt there was too much uncer-

tainty for the public on when we might open the reservation system. Therefore, we made this difficult decision.” One aspect of the Central Cascades Wilderness Strategies decision, which will be implemented this year is the elevational campfire ban. The ban includes: • All campfires are banned above 5,700’ elevation in Mt. Jefferson, Mt. Washington, and Three Sisters Wildernesses, as well as some areas lower than 5,700’ • All campfires are banned above 6,000’ elevation in Diamond Peak Wilderness. Other than the elevational fire ban, the wilderness areas will be managed this year as they were previously. The Willamette National Forest will maintain the Pamelia and Obsidian limited entry areas, and both forests will maintain the free self-issue permit systems for entering the wildernesses.

iff's Office (DCSO) would like to again warn the citizens of Central Oregon of the recurring warrant scam hitting our area. DCSO has taken another report from a community member who had been contacted by a subject who identified himself as “Captain Deron McMaster with the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office” and asked for money to clear up a warrant issued after missing jury duty. The citizen was also told they could clear up the warrant by paying the bail with Green Dot debit cards over the telephone. The victim in the case had provided $800 worth of Green Dot card information over the phone before deputies could alert him of the scam. Law enforcement will never contact a citizen and ask for money to clear up a warrant or any other legal matter. If a citizen has a warrant, a member of a law enforcement agency will likely contact you in person

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cendiary devices is prohibited on BLM-administered public lands in Oregon. • Be kind to others. The BLM is proud to play a role in restoring access to some of America’s backyard treasures and provide nearby communities with the opportunity to enjoy their public lands during these stressful times. We are all in this together, so please be considerate of and welcoming to other visitors from appropriate physical distances. Please be

particularly kind to park staff during these challenging times and help them do their jobs by doing your part to take care of each other and our beloved outdoors. Details and updates on operations will continue to be posted on our website, https:// www.blm.gov/oregon-washington/covid-access-restrictions and social media channels. Updates about BLM operations will be posted on www.blm.gov

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developed recreation sites. All visitors are expected to follow Leave No Trace practices, including packing out all items they packed in, such as toilet paper, disposable gloves and masks, and food refuse. • Avoid unnecessary risks. Health care workers and first responders are working hard to keep us all safe. Visitors should avoid high-risk activities that could potentially put a strain on local first responders, medical providers, and/or search and rescue teams. • Prevent wildfires. As the region enters the spring and summer months, the BLM asks visitors to use fire prevention practices and reminds visitors that the use of fireworks, target shooting with exploding targets, and fire tracer or in-

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and have the proper credentials to identify themselves. Citizens should always be skeptical of any situation where an unfamiliar person is asking for money over the telephone. The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office would like to ask community members to share this scam information with others. Unfortunately, we have had community members fall victim to this scam in the past and we would like to prevent anyone else from falling victim in the future. Consider talking with a neighbor, calling a friend or family member and/or sharing this information on social media. The best way to prevent someone from falling victim to

this scam is through education. The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with four K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today lead by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves the nearly 190,000 residents in Deschutes County. The agency has 230 authorized and funded personnel, which includes 187 sworn employees who provide services to the 3,055 square miles of Deschutes County.

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By Susan Berger

unriver has been my “work home” for the past 15 years. Even though I live just outside the fence, I support Sunriver’s shops, restaurants and enjoy an occasional lunchtime walk on the pathways. Now, as the term “quarantine fatigue” is bantered about to explain people’s desire to return to a more “normal” life, and protestors are demanding an end to stay-at-home orders, I feel the need to speak out on behalf of all of us who live and work in and around this special place. Let’s start with the obvious. We may never return to living as we did before COVID-19 swept the globe – social distancing, more stringent safety protocols in businesses, even wearing face masks in public for the short term will continue to be recommended – or even required – to prevent further spread of the coronavirus. It won’t be business as usual for

From the Editor’s Desk: Keeping each other safe from COVID-19 anyone. Remember “No Shirt, No Shoes, No Service”? It’s likely those signs may soon say, “No Shirt. No Shoes. No Mask. No Service.” Places like Costco are already there. As Dr. Jeff Absalon, chief physician executive for St. Charles Health System, noted: “While it’s true that our number of cases (in Deschutes County) is low, we attribute that in large part to our community’s tremendous efforts to stay home and adhere to social distancing guidelines. If we were to let up on these measures, we would likely see another surge. So we need to be very cautious and thoughtful.” Those of us who are fortunate to call Central Oregon home do so, in part, because of the natural resources readily available for use. We truly live in an outdoor wonderland. The same attributes that drew us here as residents also attract many a visitor and recreational enthusiast. But since the pandemic began claiming victims in this country, Sunriver has experienced an enormous influx of people flocking to their vacation

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

homes, or coming to stay with relatives or use a friend’s home. Property owners who typically spend less than 30 days a year in their second home have now become fulltime residents, deciding that the greater Sunriver area with all of its paths, open spaces and fresh air is a more desirable and possibly safer place to be than the city, home or neighborhood they escaped from. With this inundation of people come challenges to those of us trying to adhere to COVID-19 guidelines. For example, we have heard from owners who witness groups of people out on the pathways while walking, riding bicycles and enjoying their time as if it were a “regular” vacation. Very few are observing the six-foot social distancing rule. In addition, parties have taken place in homes with large gatherings of people in attendance. Face masks are more noticeable in their absence than in their recommended use. There are those out there who have apparently decided to forego the recommendations and guidelines this pandemic has asked of us. People who appear to be throwing caution to the wind and disregarding how their actions could greatly jeopardize the safety and well-being of others. Those of us who live and work here fulltime want to be welcoming of all property owners, guests and visitors. We know that you are eager to enjoy all that the greater Sunriver

area has to offer. But we ask – for your sake and ours – that while you and your family are here exploring, celebrating and vacationing, you do so while taking the time and effort to keep yourselves and others safe by following COVID-19 guidelines and wear a mask in public. I understand that wearing an average face mask won’t necessarily keep out the virus, but it can lower the overall exposure risk for those who do. Yes, they can be hot, uncomfortable and an inconvenience, but I will

continue to wear a mask in public to protect you and ask that others provide the same courtesy. It’s a small price to pay to be the solution for moving not only Sunriver, but Oregon forward than be the reason for another shutdown. Everyone’s personal actions will dictate whether the virus continues to spread or not. Let’s all be good humans and do the right thing for the benefit of all. The sooner we do, the sooner we can get back to a true normal.

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CARING

in the time of

COVID-19 6 feet

BE KIND

We are in this together!

WEAR A MASK

whenever in public.

CONTINUE TO SOCIAL DISTANCE 6 ft wherever you go!

Have these symptoms? Cough • Fever • Chills • Difficulty Breathing • Headache • Sore Throat

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WASH/SANITIZE HANDS

STAY HOME

Help keep our community healthy & happy!

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