Sunriver Resort begins construction on its own new pool facilities – named The Cove – due to be completed by early summer 2015.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE Nature Center ............... 8 Calendar ..................... 13 SROA Board................ 22
Public Safety ............... 30 Classified .................... 38 Commentary ............... 39
Looking for festivities to kick off the holiday season? Be sure to visit Sunriver Resort for their Traditions events and Grand Illumination
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NOVEMBER • 2014
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Amenity access programs receive makeover for 2015
By Sunriver Scene staff The Sunriver Owners Association Board of Directors has approved the 2015 Amenities Access Program, which sets prices for access to SROA’s recreation amenities such as SHARC. Although there are no price increases, the programs will be revised next year for owners, those who rent their homes and large-scale property managers. Member Preference Program The Member Preference Program, formerly known as the Homeowner ID or SROA Member ID card, will remain $50 per owner. The Member Preference card includes access to all areas of SHARC, North Pool, tennis/pickleball courts, and the new SROA boat launch scheduled to open in May 2015. As in previous years, this classification of cardholder receives 20 guest passes per property, discounts at participating merchants and restaurants, discounts on SHARC retail items and on select SROA events and functions. New benefits for Member Preference cardholders include an express admission line at SHARC and a discount on tennis clinics and lessons. The North Pool will be exclusive to owners and their guests in 2015. Up to Turn to Access, page 3
Opened in 2005, and home to Oregon’s only FlowRider, left, Mavericks is closing its doors.
Foreclosure woes: Mavericks to close
By Brooke Snavely Mavericks at Sunriver, the fitness club on Cottonwood Road, was scheduled to close Oct. 31. “We regret inform you that the owners of Mavericks at Sunriver have decided to close the doors for all business on Oct. 31,” read an announcement sent to Mavericks members and distributed in the club’s lobby. “We sincerely apologize for this inconvenience and our hope is that the facility will re-open soon.” On Oct. 1, a Deschutes County Circuit Court judge ruled a foreclosure case against the owners of Mavericks could proceed despite one of four defendants
having declared bankruptcy. According to a lawsuit filed Aug. 1, Bank of the Cascades said the Mavericks’ ownership owed $5.6 million it borrowed back in 2003 to build and maintain the 32,000 square foot recreation center which houses Oregon’s only FlowRider. The bank said it demanded payment in June after the owners defaulted on loan payments and property taxes. According to the Deschutes County Clerk’s Office, the Sunriver Vacation Recreation Association (SVRA) – Resort Realty Inc., Village Properties LLC, Mountain Resort Properties and Sunray
Vacation Rentals – owed $44,433 in real estate taxes from 2013. The bank said it restructured three loans in March 2013 and discussed a possible sale with SVRA in May. Judge Stephen Forte scheduled a hearing Nov. 24 to hear the bank’s motion to appoint a receiver to oversee Mavericks. Troubled Asset Solutions, LLC of North Plains, Oregon, is listed in court documents as the bank’s chosen receiver. If approved, the receiver could manage, operate and control Mavericks while simultaneously seeking to sell the property to repay the bank. The receiver may elect to employ Maverick’s existing managerial, clerical and other staff. The Sunriver Owners Association Board of Directors received an update from general manager Hugh Palcic reTurn to Mavericks, page 17
Sunriver serves as basecamp for Bike Magazine equipment testing By Ted Taylor Central Oregon Visitors Association (COVA) and Travel Oregon announced in October that “Bike Magazine” used Sunriver as base camp for its annual “Bible of Bike Tests” issue set for release in January. With its breathtaking photography and brutally honest print and video reviews on bikes and equipment, the Bible has become one of the most highly anticipated publications in the mountain bike industry. According to “Bike Magazine:” “34 SUNRIVER SCENE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSN. VOLUME XL • NUMBER 11 P.O. BOX 3278 SUNRIVER, OR 97707
bikes will get poked, prodded, ridden hard and put away wet, dusty and rattled. Then the crew will cuss, discuss, love, hate and debate until the truth behind each bike is sifted to the surface – on camera – in the annual ‘Roundtable Reels’ video debates.” Fifteen staffers were expected on site for two weeks and approximately 170 hours on their bikes riding some of the 300+ miles of pristine Central Oregon single track along with the world-class trails in Oakridge and Lane County. The magazine will be on newsstands
for three months and will showcase the region and state with a 10-page feature story and three- to six-minute web video highlighting the area as a mountain bike travel destination. Additionally, almost half of the special issue will include mentions and images of Central Oregon’s mountain biking trails and communities, providing unmatched coverage of the destination as a mountain bike mecca. Nearly 400 minutes of video coverage will also be Turn to Testing, page 3 PRSRT STD. U.S. POSTAGE PAID BEND, OR PERMIT NO. 213
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four guests accompanied by a Member Preference cardholding property owner will pay $6 entry to the North Pool or can use a guest pass. Recreation Plus Program The Recreation Plus Program, formerly known as Independent Renter Access Program or IRAP, is available to Sunriver property owners who either manage their own vacation rental home or condo, or contract their management responsibilities with a property management company. The program offers vacation renters unlimited access to SHARC aquatics, tubing hill, tennis/pickleball courts and the boat launch opening in May. It does not include access to SHARC fitness, Hosmer living room or the North Pool. The $270 rate per Recreation Plus card, unchanged from last year, is based on Deschutes County occupancy regulations that determine each home’s rental capacity based on the number of bedrooms. Using a formula of two people per bedroom plus two means that a one-bedroom home must provide four cards, a two-bedroom six cards, a threebedroom eight cards, and so on. New benefits for Recreation Plus cardholders in 2015 include access to the boat launch, a discount for full payment in advance or a three-part payment plan. Bulk Buy A 2014 program that allowed large-scale property management companies to purchase blocks of tickets in advance at discount rates will no longer be offered. Such users will be directed to the Recreation Plus Program. The Bulk Buy program did not perform well in 2014. SROA board president Pat Hensley said there were indications that had the program continued, participation and revenues would fall even more. (See President’s Message page 22). Gate fees There will be no changes in admission fees charged to the general public to use SHARC’s aquatics and tubing hill, or tennis/pickleball courts. There will be no public access to the new boat launch or North Pool. Management and Consulting for Homeowner & Condominium Associations & Projects 25 Years Management Experience in Central Oregon
Construction underway on The Cove at Sunriver Resort
R&H Construction broke ground Sept. 2 on The Sunriver Resort Lodge Village’s new pool area named The Cove. Scheduled for completion in early summer 2015, the project includes demolition of the Lodge Village Pool built on the site in 1996 and construction of a completely new pool and surrounding amenities. The Cove will be open to resort guests and will encompass a 55,000 square foot expanse highlighting a zero-entry, 3,200 square-foot pool, along with a raised hot tub, two fire pits, cabanas, a restaurant and bar with expansive outdoor
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available through the online version. “Securing the 2015 Bike Bible base camp in Sunriver will generate exposure and credibility for our product that could not be achieved independently,” said Alana Hughson, COVA CEO. “It has been a pleasure to work with our Central Oregon partners, Travel Oregon and Travel Lane County to make this a reality.” The coverage will have longlasting economic impacts on the region as nearly 80 percent of the magazine’s 211,000 readers and 520,000 unique monthly website visitors say they plan on taking a mountain bike trip in the next year. With
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will mimic natural waterslides included in the Paulina Plunge adventure tour. The children’s play areas will include sand areas with operable water sources for creating rivers and small lakes. “This project has been a lot of fun for us, and we couldn’t be happier to be working with the Sunriver Resort team,” said Duane Francis, a project manager for R&H Construction. “The new pool will solidify the resort as a destination spot for tourists and locals alike. Our team worked closely with Sunriver Resort and the architecture team to articulate their vision and create the plans for what will be a remarkable attraction. As we work through the demolition phase, we are really seeing the space come to life.” West of the pool a reflecting pond will be created. Positioned to reflect picturesque Mt. Bachelor, the pond will be filled with fresh water that will run through a meandering stream and deposit into the Sun River, ultimately creating new habitat for the endangered Oregon spotted frog. DKA Architecture and WHPacific are collaborating with R&H Construction on The Cove project.
Simultaneously, Sunriver Resort worked to realign and improve the road network connecting the condominiums to the lodge and Center Drive. “Everything is rocked in and open to traffic at present. We hope to get a day or two of paving in next week, and then do the overall of the main roads mid-October. Pavers for the entry circle at the Lodge will begin installation next week,” Runner wrote on Sept. 26. “All should be finished in a couple more weeks except for the center section of the Lodge Village new road connection. We are going to retain existing asphalt in that area as access for The Cove construction over the winter, and will then pull out and replace the old pavement in the spring as we near completion of The Cove.”
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seating and poolside service, water features and children’s play areas. “The R&H project team brought to life our vision of The Cove ten-fold,” said Steve Runner, vice president of development and planning for Sunriver Resort. “They captured our desire to build more than just a pool for our guests, but to bring the space back to life. I know our guests will be thrilled with the changes in this central gathering place within our resort.” Water features in The Cove will include two children’s play areas, and a water slide that
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Potluck to feature Tom and Heather music duo Start filling that Christmas gift list They play acoustic music Acres are invited. that moves and grooves. The Tom and Heather Duo from the band “Out of the Blue” are playing all over Central Oregon and have built a following of faithful fans. Tom and Heather take favorite songs and sing and play them in an acoustic bluesy style, whether rock classics or ballads. Heather’s husky voice can be heard singing songs from Bonnie Raitt, Aretha Franklin, Patsy Cline to Joe Cocker, the Rolling Stones and the Beatles. Tom’s beautiful lead guitar playing and harmony vocals make for some sweet sounds while Heather sings, and plays the Cajon (drum box) along with rhythm guitar. Come listen and enjoy songs that you have heard and will appreciate all over again. The Nov. 12 potluck will begin at 6 p.m. at SHARC. Wine,
beer and mixed drinks can be purchased until 8 p.m. Leave your favorite bottle of wine at home; no outside alcoholic beverages are allowed due to liability insurance issues. All residents from Sunriver, Crosswater, Caldera Springs, Deschutes River Recreation Homesites, Fall River Estates, Oregon Water Wonderland, Pine River Estates, River Meadows, River Forest Acres, Spring River Homesites and Vandevert
Sign up at the SROA office, SHARC, Marketplace or at areapotluck@gmail.com to bring an entree or salad to serve 10 to 12 people. Please remember to bring your own place settings. Decaf coffee and water will be furnished, but the SHARC does not supply coffee cups or water glasses, so please bring your own. The cost is $5 per person ($15 for families of three or more people). Late cancellations can be made at areapot luck@gmail.com or by calling 541-598-2181. Consider joining the potluck committee. New members are always welcome. Ask the committee member at your table or one of the greeters or other committee members about how you can help, and discover how much fun the members have during the year.
Sunriver Christian Fellowship will present “Visions of Sugarplums” Saturday, Nov. 15, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at SHARC. Start shopping for your holiday gift-giving list at this holiday bazaar that includes a large variety of holiday food items, including baked goods, gingerbread centerpieces, frozen appetizers, jams, candies, nuts and doggie treats. In addition, there will be a selection of holiday gifts. Tickets for raffle items will be for sale. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Care and Share program in Sunriver. There is no entry fee. For more information, call 541-5989188.
Christmas Basket food drive program to begin
The Sunriver Christmas Basket Program again seeks the community’s generosity as it prepares to distribute holiday food and children’s gift baskets to deserving families in the area. Here’s how individuals can help: 1. Pick up a grocery bag and fill it with food. Bags are available at Holy Trinity Church/ Sunriver Christian Fellowship, Community Bible Church, Obsidian Hair Spa, Sunriver Fire Station, Sunriver Library and through the Sunriver Women’s Club and Sunriver Rotary. Bag pick up begins Nov. 18, and Dec. 15 is the last day to return them to the same locations.
2. Purchase a child’s toy or clothing. Giving trees will be located at Holy Trinity Church/ Sunriver Christian Fellowship, Community Bible Church and Obsidian Hair Spa beginning Nov. 30. The trees will have tags indicating the requested gift for that child. Unwrapped gifts may be dropped off at the locations listed above on or before Dec. 15. 3. Volunteer to deliver food and gifts beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 20. Call or email Gene Bennington to sign up: 541-948-6209 or gene@benningtonproperties.com 4. Monday Dec. 8 is the deadline for applications from families requesting food and
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Midstate Electric identifies cause of October power outage A power outage interrupted service to all of Midstate Electric Cooperative’s 18,400 members, including Sunriver, early Wednesday, Oct. 15. Some members were without power for up to six hours due to related issues. The outage began around 2:15 a.m. and the lines were restored within two hours, though some were out of power longer due to overload issues,
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said Teresa Lackey, Midstate’s marketing and communications manager. Lackey said the outage was caused by a broken power line cross-arm that was holding up its 230-kilovolt transmission line from the Bonneville Power Administration. Working with BPA, the utility was able to tie into BPA’s emergency feed to bring the system back up, but it had to do so slowly, Lackey said. The Fort Rock line was restored just before 3:30 a.m. and the one to Sunriver a few minutes later, she said. The La Pine-Sixth Street line was restored just before 4 a.m. Lackey added that some overload issues, particularly in Sunriver, caused some fuses to blow, meaning some outages lasted much longer – until 8:15 a.m., for some. The cross-arm was repaired and BPA switched the power back to the regular line without having to cut power to the system, even momentarily. Lackey offered “a big thank you to all of our members for your patience and understanding.” Reprinted with permission of KTVZ.com
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B-17 navigator to address club Paul Sobel, part time Sunriver resident, will address the Sunriver Men’s Club on Thursday, Nov. 13. The luncheon will be held at the Crosswater Grille on South Century Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Sunriver area men and women are welcome to attend. The cost is $20 per person. The club often schedules its November luncheon close to Veteran’s Day in order to honor the many veterans living in the area. This month’s speaker is a veteran with a story to tell. Sobel served as a lieutenant with the U.S Army Air Corps in World War II as a navigator with the Eighth Air Force. He completed 35 combat missions over Germany in a B-17 Bomber and was awarded the Air Medal with six oak leaf clusters. His story tells the critical role that the Eighth Air Force played in the Allied victory in Europe and the loss of lives that occurred. “If it were not for the Eighth Air Force, there is a question how the war with Nazi Germany would have turned out,” Sobel said. Come hear Sobel’s story, which is offered as a tribute to all men and women who have served in the armed forces. Prior to World War II, Sobel attended the University of Illinois School of Engineering for two years. After the war, he received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering from Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois. In 1954 he was the first in Wisconsin to advocate the use of safety belts in cars. He worked with the U.S. State Department on a plan for self-aid for Latin American. Then his career turned toward alternative energy. He was a
pioneer in solar energy in the Midwest and helped design the first commercial solar domestic water system in the state of Wisconsin. He and a partner started Solar Systems Inc. in 1975 selling solar space and water heating systems. He taught alternative energy courses at the University of Wisconsin Parkside, at COCC in Bend and at Pima Community College in Tucson. Sobel was active for many years in the Boy Scounts, and was the youngest Eagle Scout in the City of Chicago. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., lunch begins at noon followed by the program at 12:30. The menu is choice of a grilled pork chop with potatoes, kale, mushrooms, caramelized onion cream sauce; or chef ’s salad with ham and turkey, tomato, cheese and boiled egg; or vegetarian quinoa salad with basil, spinach, parmesan and asparagus. Dessert is crème brulee. Coffee, tea and dessert are included. Beer and wine are extra. To reserve a seat use the sign-up sheet posted at the Marketplace, or send an email to Sunriver.Mensclub@Yahoo. com. Be sure to include your menu preference. Deadline for signing up is Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 5 p.m.
Three pictures to be featured in the 2015 Midstate Electric Cooperative calendar were taken by Sunriver area residents. In addition to a shot of a fuzzy owlet by Susan Berger (featured in the October Scene), the cover of next year’s calendar will feature “Hosmer View of Mt. Bachelor” taken by photographer and resident, Carolyn Waissman. Another of Waissman’s photographs, titled “Oink,” is the calendar’s featured photo for September. Congratulations Sunriver shutterbugs!
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Give thanks with Artists Gallery Sunriver When considering the merits of Central Oregon, it is easy to find reasons to give thanks. The majestic outdoors, great food and drink, wonderful people, and awesome art at the Artists Gallery Sunriver are on the short list of the fantastic and beautiful. This month’s gallery theme is “Give Thanks.” Visit the gallery on Nov. 8, 4-6 p.m. for the Second Saturday reception and party with the artists. Laughter, wine/beer, hors d’oeuvres, and unique pieces of art are on the menu. Midge Thomas This month’s featured artists include Midge Thomas, metal artist. Thomas’ pieces range from simple key racks to multidimensional scenes depicting central Oregon. There is literally something special for each collector. Key racks depict trees, animals, and fly-fishing scenes. Colors are created with applied heat and texture with various polishes. Square head nails that have been bent at an angle provide a place to hang keys. What a great gift for that special someone that is always misplacing their keys. If an activity is taking place in central Oregon, Thomas has documented it with a piece of wall art. Biking, skiing, tennis, golf, horseback riding,
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canoeing and kayaking scenes abound. Thomas also provides custom commission pieces. Stella Rose Powell Jewelry artist, Stella Rose Powell, also has a way with metal. The artist takes simple materials and hammers, twists, and manipulates them into delicate pieces of art to be worn as jewelry. Although Powell works with many different metals, some of her most popular pieces are made of copper. Copper provides a neutral color base that blends well with all clothing. Bracelets, earrings, and necklaces all have the artist’s signature textures and delicate use of small details. The addition of semi precious stones to some jewelry allows the metal pieces to be light and airy.
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Sunriver Books Author Events Urban Waite • Nov. 1, 5 p.m.
Craig Johnson • Nov. 11, 5:30 p.m.
Join us for an eveAuthor Urban Waite ning at the SHARC will give a presentawhen author Craig tion on Sometimes Johnson introduces The Wolf. The story us to Wait For focuses on a father Signs, a novel that and son, both law brings together 12 officers at one short stories featurtime. The plot ing Sheriff Walt behind this family Longmire. Readers drama and the already enjoying this Wyoming score to be settled will keep you series will find the stories a delight while new on the edge of your seat. readers will find it a perfect introduction.
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Bonnie Junell Bonnie Junell’s oil and acrylic painting versatility provide collectors with works that show off the artist’s style of realistic impressionism. Her use of bold brush and knife work lends itself to the acrylic medium where Junell amps up the color and depicts subjects that engage the viewer. Junell has created a unified acrylic collection that is priced a bit lower than traditional oils. This collection of six paintings ranges in size from 8 inches square to 48 inches by 60 inches. Because acrylic paint dries much faster than oil, the artist is able to produce paintings more quickly. Junell’s popular Sip & Paint classes utilize acrylic paints to provide the students with a finished painting in two hours. Marjorie Cossairt Watercolor artist, Marjorie Cossairt, artfully utilizes her medium to produce the most delicate and ethereal representations of flora and fauna. In her piece, Poppies and Queen
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Ann’s Lace, Cossairt has captured the essence of these beautiful flowers. The red poppies are so delicate that the viewer can almost feel the papery texture of the translucent petals. The artist developed a new technique combining the use of acrylic paint with watercolor in order to depict the open lacy look of the Queen Ann’s Lace. Cossairt’s pieces range in
• Nov. 1, 10 a.m. Chapter One Book Club. • Nov. 4, 4:30 p.m. Discover 300 years of western exploration — before Lewis and Clark. Presenter Bob Boyd will bring with him artifacts that lend striking visual detail to life in that time. • Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 at 10:30 a.m. Family Fun Story Time: Songs, stories, crafts and fun to build early learning skills for ages 0-5 with their care provider. • Nov. 5, 1:30 p.m. Teen Territory: Strategy games, crafts, Wii, and more. Turn to Library, page 7
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The Sunriver Post Office building was painted, landscape cleaned up and parking lot repaved but what gets the most attention is the multi-colored parking bumpers.
Post office spiffed up In early September, Mike McGinn, an owner in Crosswater, purchased the Sunriver Post Office building and began several improvements. The building was painted a light green. Overgrown bushes and landscaping were thinned. A tree that blocked views of the flagpole was trimmed. Layers of crushed rock were added around existing drains to improve parking lot drainage. The parking lot was overlaid with fresh asphalt and new parking space delineator lines were applied. But what most people notice and comment most about is the multi-colored parking bumpers. According to McGinn, the green, orange and yellow parking stops are a light-hearted tip of the cap to the annual Civil War between the University of Oregon and Oregon State University. “I’d like to think that seeing the two college’s colors each morning as patrons drive into our Sunriver Post Office brings a smile and a chuckle as you watch friends searching out ‘their’ color parking spot,” McGinn wrote in an email. “We all know neighbors that will drive around and around until ‘their’ color opens up rather than risk the friendly ribbing they would surely get for parking in the rivals livery. It’s a humorous way to start a day.” McGinn said he views the post office as a community focal point and wanted to make it a bit nicer for both residents and guests. He planned other improvements as weather permits. “Life is fun, enjoy the small stuff,” McGinn wrote.
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Nature center has a new red-feathered friend sunriver nature center & oregon observatory By Kody Osborne, Lead Naturalist The Sunriver Nature Center is happy to announce a new addition to the family, a red-tailed hawk (Buteo jamaicensis). This high-energy bird was brought to us from our friends at High Desert Wildlife and Rehabilitation in Bend. Believed to have been struck by a car, the red-tailed hawk sustained a severe right wing injury dislocating its shoulder, breaking its radius and virtually crushing its wrist. Unfortunately, the bird’s injuries healed incorrectly, resulting in an improper fusion of its radius and humerus, which has severely restricted the wing’s movement. But rest assured, the bird’s behavior does not indicate that these injuries remain at all painful. Because of this permanent and irreversible damage, sustained flight is impossible. As a result, this hawk will never be a candidate for release. The hawk is showing impeccable promise as a program bird and was featured in many raptor presentations throughout the summer, easily taking to an array of nature center raptor handlers. The red-tailed hawk is a highly adaptable predator commonly found in almost every region of North America. Belonging to the broad-winged
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“Buteo” hawk group, this large raptor can be spotted on almost any telephone pole in Central Oregon or flying high above many open meadows and farmland. Red-tailed hawks can be identified not only by their beautifully colored red tail feathers (for which they get their name), but also primarily by a white chest and brown “cummerbund-like” band
around their waist. Featuring a wide array of colors (or “morphs”), they can range from a light brown to dark auburn, making identification difficult to the untrained eye. These somewhat generalized hunters commonly prey upon small birds and mammals and even some reptiles and amphibians. Sporting an epic and vociferous “keee-ahrrr” screech, the red-tailed hawk call can
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often be heard in many Hollywood blockbusters, replacing the sound of the bald eagle whose call resembles a more lackluster and much less epic seagull or chicken. Although red-tailed hawks can commonly be spotted outside the nature center, our beautiful red-tailed hawk never ceases to extract an array of “oooohs” and “ahhhs” from those who view him close up. Because of its large size, it is commonly mistaken for a “huge eagle” (that is, until they spot our actual huge golden eagle, Aquila). Even I misidentify them on occasion when they are sitting tall on telephone poles or high in a tree. Something about the distance seems to make them appear much larger. We are happy to have this incredible animal as a member of our bird of prey program here at the Sunriver Nature Center, and we look forward to many years of teachable moments for both our staff and visitors. If you would like to view our new red-tailed hawk, you can visit him during our fall hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through October; Wednesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting Nov. 5. Be sure to ask about our Turn to Hawk, page 9
New executive director to lead fundraising efforts at SRNC Inspiring young people to cherish and understand our natural world is the mission of the Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory. Now that mission is in the capable hands of James “Jamie” Little, the new executive director of the community-supported nonprofit. A graduate of Ohio State University, Little is an experienced naturalist and was executive director of the Nature and Raptor Center of Pueblo, Colorado. The move to Sunriver is a bit of a homecoming for Little. He was the state interpretive coordinator for Oregon Parks and Recreation from 2005 to 2013. While working in Oregon he managed the state’s junior ranger program, served as project manager for interpretive plans and exhibits, and was program chair for the 2008 National Association for Interpretation national workshop in Portland. The Oregon State Park interpretive program was honored with three national awards during his tenure. “It is great to be able to return to Oregon and help the historic Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory continue to grow and fulfill its mission,” Little said. “As a nonprofit that relies primarily on volunteers and community donations, we face some unique challenges that I look forward to tackling.” Prior to joining Oregon Parks, Little served as a teacher at a residential environmental education center in Ohio where he led a capital campaign that raised $750,000 to build a nature center. His diverse career path also included positions with Ohio State Parks and Turn to Director, page 9
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Couple volunteer at the Tern In 2003, Robin Fritchman returned to Central Oregon from Japan where he lived and taught for 10 years. Robin drove by The Second Tern Thrift Store and stopped in to see what it was all about. He struck up a conversation with Teresa Bowerman, who, along with husband Jay, created the store in order to raise funds for the Sunriver Nature Center and Oregon Observatory. The Bowermans told Robin they needed volunteers to staff the store, and Robin’s been on hand there whenever he gets the chance. “I’m a social animal and I like green activities,” Fritchman said. “The Tern does a lot of recycling, and that doesn’t mean taking things to the transfer station. There’s a lot of life in used goods and the Tern does a beautiful job with them. I also
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Looking ahead, Robin said he’d like to see the Tern make more connections with area businesses that might have excess equipment or inventory to donate and deduct the donation from their taxes. A couple businesses that were closing down sent their entire remaining inventory. Robin also noted the need for the Tern to recruit younger men to do some of the heavier Mandy and Robin Fritchman
like the mission of the nature center and observatory and I like raising funds for them.” Robin’s wife Mandy returned from Japan in 2005 and joined the crew. Mandy said she came to the Tern to make connections, and volunteering at the store got her hooked up with a lot of people in a hurry. “I was working with people who were interesting and fun. It was a good thing to do for the community and for the Tern itself and the nature center,” she said. Two or three times a week Robin takes items over to the La Pine Community Kitchen where folks are always looking for some good used clothing and other items. The kitchen has a small clothes closet available to people who need to find better things to wear for job interviews, court appearances,
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“Adopt-an-Animal” program to find out how individuals can help the red-tailed hawk or any of the other animal ambassadors. As always, nature center staff can be reached by email or by calling 541-593-4394 during business hours. Also, as a reminder, we are a licensed wildlife rehabilitation facility and are always happy to help if you discover an injured animal. Have a happy fall.
weddings and other special occasions. “The people who need things out there really need them. I’ve seen women wearing pajamas in winter because that’s all they had,” said Robin. He noted a number of homeless people live in the woods, which gets particularly tough in cold and wet weather. Some are using large 100 and 200 pound empty coffee sacks, donated by the Fritchman’s son, Stewart, who runs Bellatazza Coffee Company. The homeless stuff the sacks with newspapers and cover them with large plastic bags in order to create a kind of mattress to keep them off the wet ground.
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Delaware State Parks. “The depth of his experience is a great asset to Sunriver,” said Harry Hamilton, nature center board president. “We have some very exciting plans for our organization to grow and we are thrilled to have Mr. Little here to lead us.” The Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory is a community-supported 501c3 nonprofit that relies heavily on the service of volunteers. The organization is open to new board members and volunteers. Please call (541) 593-4442 if you are interested in serving.
work at the shop – wrestling furniture and other large items. “I want to look out for people’s backs” said Robin, noting that senior citizens are liable to hurt themselves trying to do stuff they used to do. The Fritchmans remain connected with the Second Tern and the community in which they live. They find it a productive and rewarding thing to do.
Fall migration: Motorists need to be alert for wildlife crossing roads October and November are the two busiest months for vehicle-wildlife collisions, statewide and nationally. With more wildlife crossing roads all over the state, Oregon State Police, Oregon Department of Transportation, and Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife urge motorists to be on alert. According to statistics from ODOT’s Crash Analysis & Reporting Section, wildlifeinvolved traffic collisions have been on the rise in Oregon. In 2013, ODOT received reports of 1,274 such crashes, similar to the 1,283 crashes reported
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Area artists exhibit at the library Two longtime members of the Friends of the Library Art Committee in Sunriver are showing their work together over the holidays. Helen Brown’s watercolors describe land and cityscapes, while Susan Harkness-Williams’ gourds depict local wildlife. The show will run through January at the Sunriver Area Library. Brown uses a batik method on Japanese rice paper resulting in luminous washes, harmonious color schemes, and interesting texture. One of the paintings in the library show (“Curb Appeal” pictured here) has earned national recognition and will be featured in a Northlight Book called “Splash 16-The Best of Watercolor.” She recently garnered the Best of Show award at the Redmond Airport, and teaches watercolor painting during the winter months. Helen and her husband Scott have been fulltime residents of Sunriver for 24 years. She is a member of the Tumalo Art Company (a fine art gallery in Bend’s Old Mill District), the High Desert Art League and the Watercolor
Society of Oregon. Harkness-Williams also calls Sunriver home. She is best known as a fine gourd artist and employs her love of mixed media into each piece she creates. Her work is found in private galleries around the world and collectors call her work “stunning,” “amazing” and “simply beautiful.” Williams created the Sunriver Wildlife series specifically for the Sunriver Library Show. Taken from her natural surroundings, this series uses vivid India inks, pyrography and whimsical style. Each bird has
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AARP Foundation TaxAide, the nation’s largest free, volunteer-run tax preparation and assistance service, is seeking volunteers across Oregon to help Oregon taxpayers who are seeking assistance preparing and filing their 2014 tax returns. Last year, more than 1,200 Tax-Aide volunteers helped over 52,000 taxpayers across the state of Oregon. They joined more than 35,000 Tax-Aide volunteers across the country, helping millions of taxpayers. “In Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson counties last year, we assisted over 2,800 people in preparing and filing their tax returns,” said Jim Senechal, Tax-Aide district coordinator. “We could not do it without the assistance of our volunteers, who make an indelible mark on the communities they help. We would love to have new volunteers join with last year’s team of 52. The more trained Turn to Taxes, page 11
New coffee shop opens in The Village at Sunriver Brewed Awakenings opened Oct. 17 at the entrance to The Village at Sunriver. The new coffee shop offers hand-roasted artisan coffee that “beats the pants off the corporate brands” according to the company website, an in-house bakery that produces cookies, doughnuts, scones and muffins, inside and outside seating, a fireplace, smoothies and a drive-thru window. The Sunriver Brewed Awakenings serves as the headquarters of the company, which also has locations in Portland and Vancouver. Owner Sandra Gunderson is a Sunriver resident who is personally operating the new location. Store hours are 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more informa tion, visit www.brewed awakenings.us
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The front entrance to SHARC has been decorated in the theme and colors of fall including scarecrows, pumpkins and pots of purple-colored mums.
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mately 6:43 a.m., a sport utility driven by a 22-year old woman was northbound on Highway 7 near milepost 3 in Grant County when an elk crossed the highway. The driver swerved to miss the elk, lost control and went off the highway where her vehicle collided head-on into a tree. The driver was transported by ambulance to an area hospital for treatment of injuries. On Sept. 27 at approximately 6:48 a.m., a vehicle traveling eastbound on Highway 26 near milepost 134 in Grant County struck an elk crossing the highway. The injured elk was found in a field off the highway and dispatched due to its injury. The driver wasn’t injured. On Sept. 29 at approximately 2:22 a.m., a passenger car traveling northbound on Highway 97 near milepost 191 in Klamath County struck a deer crossing the highway. The vehicle was damaged and had to be towed from the scene.
The vehicle’s airbags deployed and the driver was uninjured. ODOT statistics indicate since 2004 there have been more than 9,800 reported wildlife-involved collisions in Oregon, resulting in 29 fatalities; 12 of those fatalities were motorcyclists or motorcycle passengers. Fall weather often encourages motorcycle trips, so these operators should be especially vigilant: just as you continually watch for vehicles entering the roadway, be alert for wildlife, who when startled may even go back across a road they just crossed. Over the past 10 years, more than a third of the total reported vehicle-wildlife crashes occurred September through November. The deadliest encounters have taken place in Josephine and Deschutes counties, but no county in the state is untouched by these incidents. Those with the highest total crashes reported are Deschutes, Douglas, Jackson, Klamath and Lane – and many crashes go unreported.
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The Sunriver Stars Community Theater (SSCT) presents a radio show version of “A Fairy Tale Christmas Carol” Nov. 21-23 at SHARC. Mother Goose will narrate her version of the beloved Dickens tale, never straying from the heart of the original story. Imagine The Big Bad Wolf as Scrooge, Cinderella as Mrs. Crachit, and Old King Cole as The Ghost of Christmas Present. The fairy tale characters delight in portraying Dickens’ famous individuals, often with hilarious results. The script calls for a cast of more than 30, but a
handful of brilliant local actors will impress the audience with their versatility by interpreting several roles, often with even more hilarity. The performances, to be held at SHARC, are Friday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m; Saturday, Nov. 22 at 6 p.m. as a dinner show catered by Marcello’s; and Sunday, Nov. 23 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 for the Friday and Sunday
performances, and $30 for the Saturday dinner show. Tickets for the Friday and Sunday shows may be purchased from cast members or at SHARC, 541-585-5000. Di n n e r s h ow tickets are only available from Christine Coulter, 541-7061716, email christine@realtor inhouse.com Advanced purchase is recommended for all shows, and 48 hours in advance is required for the dinner show.
During this season, OSP, ODOT and ODFW urge drivers to be aware of the possible dangers associated with animals on or near our highways. Extra vigilance is required. The following information may help reduce these incidents: • The annual deer rut season typically lasts from late October to mid-to-late November, increasing deer activity in and around roadways. • During the next few months there will be fewer daylight hours and visibility will be challenged by darkness and winter weather conditions. • Be attentive at all times, but especially sunset to sunrise. • When driving in areas that have special signs indicating the possible presence of animals/wildlife, please use extra caution because these signs are posted for a reason. • Be extra careful in areas where there is a lot of vegetation next to the road or while going around curves. Wildlife near the road may not be visible.
• Remember that the presence of any type of animal/ wildlife could also mean that others are nearby. • When you see an animal/ wildlife near or on the roadway, reduce your speed and try to stay in your lane. Serious crashes are the result of drivers swerving to avoid wildlife or other obstacles and they crash into another vehicle or lose control of their vehicle. • The same advice applies for smaller wildlife — try to stay in your lane and do not swerve for these animals. They are less dangerous to vehicles than big game animals; losing control of your vehicle is a larger concern. • Always wear your safety belt, as even the slightest collision could result in serious injuries. A video about the Highway 97 undercrossing south of Bend is available at www. youtube.com/oregondot. This video shows elk and deer (and other animals) using the underpass and helping improve safety in a high-incident area.
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Photography of the high desert on exhibit at the Lodge By Billye Turner Sunriver Resort Lodge Betty Gray Gallery joins the Traditions celebration with Photography of the High Desert Region featuring photographers representing the Oregon Natural Desert Association and Bend photographer Dave Kamperman. The exhibition opens Nov. 20 and participating artists will attend a public reception in their honor Friday, Nov. 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the upper gallery. The exhibition contin-
ues through Jan. 4. More than a decade ago, a group of self-proclaimed “desert rats” evolved the idea of a photographic collection dedicated solely to Oregon’s high desert. That annual collection, showcasing the high desert region’s astounding beauty, is now in its 11th year as the Oregon Natural Desert Association’s Wild Desert Calendar. The ONDA 2015 Wild Desert Calendar debuts in the upper gallery with approximately 20 images from this and
Firewood available to SROA members The wood that comes from ladder fuels reduction on Sunriver commons is available to Sunriver property owners only. It is not available to the general public, and is considered theft for non-owners to remove the firewood. Owners who wish to access the wood should not drive or park on the pathways, but can use a wheelbarrow or wagon on the pathways to move the wood from commons to their vehicle or residence. If parked along a road, pull off so as not to block traffic or emergency vehicles. Owners are asked to stack firewood at their farthest property line, if possible, or at least 20 feet away from the house or other structures for fire safety. For information on where wood is currently available, contact SROA Environmental Services at 541-593-1522. Coming in 2015 Starting Jan. 1, owners who collect firewood from SROA commons will be required to have a firewood permit and load tags to collect and transport wood. The permit/tags will be free and available at SROA.
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Finance Mike Gocke, chair mike-g123@msn.com
Nominating Katie Hall, co-chair katieh604@gmail.com
Barbara Wade, co-chair barbara@gewade.com
Public Works Richard Jenkins, chair 2livegood2day@gmail.com
Recreation Chair open Interested in joining? Contact the chair person for more details or contact SROA at 541-593-2411.
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November events at the High Desert Museum • Nov. 1 Thorn Hollow String Band: Stomp your feet and dosey doe to the pioneerinspired jigs of the frontier. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. • Nov. 5 Water Management in the West: Part III: Join curator of Western history Dr. Margaret Lee for an exploration of the history of water management in the West. Come for a screening of the documentary film Cadillac Desert, Part III: The Mercy of Nature to explore the political battles that have raged around water management. 6 p.m. Members, $3 or $7 for entire series; non-members, $5 or $12 for entire series, no-host bar. RSVP: www.highdesertmuseum.org/rsvp • Nov. 7, Members Appreciation Night: For our members, we’re staying open late so you can have the place all to yourselves. Enjoy the wonderful tunes of the Thorn Hollow String Band. 4–8 p.m. • Nov. 8, Migration: Do the
native birds of Central Oregon migrate? How do birds know what routes to take or where to go? This fun-filled 90-minute class is geared toward families with kids ages 5–11. 10–11:30 a.m. $3 members, $5 non-members, RSVP: www.highdesertmu seum.org/rsvp • Nov. 8, Mining Day: Stake a claim, pan for gold and have your earnings authenticated in our indoor boomtown. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Museum admission plus $2 per “miner.” • Nov. 11, Natural History Pub: Before the Oregon Trail: An Archaeological Perspective on the Oregon Story: Archaeological research over the past 10 years has dramatically changed the view on Clovis culture. Join University of Oregon Archaeological Research Director Dr. Thomas Connolly to explore the evidence relating to America’s earliest pioneers, and follow the story of their descendants through time.7 p.m. (Doors open at 5:30
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Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30 p.m. Pozzi building at the Sunriver Nature Center
Tuesday Caregivers Support Group 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. third Tuesday of the month. Crescent room at SHARC. Couples Bridge 6 p.m. Crescent Room, SHARC Sign up at the Marketplace Info: 541-556-6408
Wednesday Sunriver Rotary 7:30 a.m., Hearth Room at the Sunriver Lodge Info: 541-593-7381
Thursday Sunriver Yoga Club 8:30 a.m. All levels welcome Crescent Room, SHARC. $5 Info: 541-585-5000 Duplicate Bridge 6 p.m., First, second, fourth & fifth Thursday, Crescent room at SHARC. Info: 541-556-6408
Church Services Catholic Holy Trinity
Mass: 9:30 a.m. Thursday; 5:30 p.m. Saturday; 8 a.m. Sunday. Cottonwood Road. 541-593-5990, 541-536-3571 www.holyredeemerparish.net Rev. Theo Nnabuga
Non-Denominational Community Bible Church at Sunriver
9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. Coffee Fellowship 11:15 a.m. Bible Fellowship Hour. At Beaver and Theater drives. 541-593-8341 www.cbchurchsr.org Pastor: Glen Schaumloeffel
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p.m.) Free. McMenamins Old St. Francis School, Father Luke’s Room, Bend RSVP: highdesertmuseum. org/rsvp • Nov. 13, Painting Oregon’s Harvest: The Art of Kathy Deggendorfer: Join curator Faith Powell for an intimate view of the inspirational story of Oregon’s farms and ranches. 6 pm. Members, $3; non-members, $5 RSVP: www.highdesertmuseum. org/rsvp • Nov. 22-29, Winged Wonders: Explore the fascinating world of flight with live animals and breathtaking experiments. 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Members, $3; non-members $5. • Nov. 25, The American Doughboy in WWI: Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the start of World War I, local historian Bob Boyd will talk about American involvement in the conflict and what fighting was like for American soldiers
These groups meet regularly, same time, same place
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Tom O’Shea honored for Habitat support
ODFW coordinates low-river stranded fish rescue
Richard Arnold presented Tom O’Shea, Sunriver Resort managing director, with a Special Mention award for his commitment to Newberry Habitat for Humanity. Over the past three years, Sunriver Resort has donated proceeds from the 2013 and 2014 Showcase of Golf, Wine, Cheese & Brew, and the 19th annual Gingerbread Junction, as well as donated furniture to the ReStore, on a gift-in-kind basis. “The bottom line is that proceeds from Resort contributions over the past two years are sufficient to fund the construction of a new home for a qualified family in southA Full Service Tree Co.
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The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife planned to conduct a fish rescue and relocation operation on the Upper Deschutes River at Lava Island Falls the week of Oct. 20. Fishery biologists from ODFW, along with staff and volunteers from several governmental, conservation and fishing organizations, will try to save stranded fish by moving them from shallow, isolated pools near the falls to the main channel of the Deschutes River. Redband trout, brown trout, mountain whitefish and sculpin will be captured and relocated to the upstream main channel. ODFW will have several biologists and technicians onsite as well as volunteers during the one or two day operation. “The extent of the onemile Lava Island side channel fish rescue and relocation is daunting,” said Brett Hodgson, ODFW district fish biologist. “We will capture as many fish as we can with nets, seines and electrofishing units, if necessary, but it is impossible to rescue all of them.” Some of the areas where fish may be stranded are up to a half-mile from where they can be safely released back into the
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ting stranded in isolated pools. “While hopeful this experiment will minimize the fish stranding issue, ODFW stresses the need for a long-term solution to the water management issues on the upper Deschutes River,” Hodgson said. “We view this as a water management issue, not a fish management issue.” Of concern for ODFW is that current water management results in much higher summer flows and lower winter flows than were historically present. Natural flow at the Lava Island site was stable at approximately 1,000 cubic feet per second (cfs); under current water management, flows fluctuate between 2,000 cfs in summer and 300 cfs in winter. This limits the river’s ability to support a healthy trout population. While fish stranded in the side channel are the most visible symptom of low winter flows, the reduced winter flows impacts the trout population in the entire 55-mile reach of the Deschutes River from Wickiup downstream to Bend. “Until there is a long-term water management strategy that ensures sufficient winter river flows, the fish face more die-offs into the future,” Hodgson said. The operation is aimed at avoiding a repeat of the 2013 water draw down event that killed hundreds of fish strand-
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Deschutes River channel. The captured fish will be placed in five-gallon buckets of water equipped with small battery operated aerators to help provide the fish oxygen until they are released. The buckets will be hand carried up or down the Deschutes River trail to the point of release by a cadre of volunteers. “The personal safety of all those involved in the rescue and relocation effort (community volunteers and agency staff ) is paramount,” Hodgson said. “Our goal is to save as many fish as possible; however, hauling five-gallons buckets filled with water and fish over rough terrain poses a certain amount of risk for all those involved.” What may help to reduce the numbers of stranded fish is an experimental plan developed by local irrigation districts and the Bureau of Reclamation. The plan calls for a slower draw down of water levels in the river – over 12 days rather than the usual 2-3 days – in hopes more fish may be able to find refuge in the main channel before get-
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in Europe — complete with historic photographs and artifacts. 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6 p.m.). Free. McMenamins Old St. Francis School, Father Luke’s Room, Bend • Nov. 27, museum closed Continuing exhibits Through Nov. 30, The Art of Kathy Deggendorfer: Sisters resident Kathy Deggendorfer brings art and sustainable agriculture together in this collection of vibrant watercolor images inspired by Oregon farms and ranches. The exhibit features more than 40 delicious paintings, from brilliant marionberries from Stahlbush Island Farms, Rocky Knoll pears, Hood River orchards, sheep and cattle grazing in the
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ed in a side channel of the Deschutes River south of Bend. ODFW staff also will collect data on the species, size and number of fish that are rescued. “We hope to safely move as many fish as possible to the river’s main channel and keep mortality to a minimum,” said Hodgson. “That being said, there will be fish that won’t survive these efforts.” Last year, approximately 450 redband and brown trout, and hundreds of whitefish and sculpin, died when falling water levels left them stranded in the natural lava side channel, which normally has water only during higher flows. ODFW staff and volunteers were able to rescue about 750 trout. This year’s effort will come
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fields and other Oregon-grown delights. Through Jan. 4, Water’s Extreme Journey: Experience what it’s like to be a droplet of water making the challenging journey from watershed to ocean. As you navigate through this fun-filled maze of an exhibit you will learn all about water conservation and pollution. In Water’s Extreme Journey, you’ll follow the water from high lakes to rivers, streams, wetlands, estuaries, bays and, finally, the ocean. Through May, The 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act: See a timeline of all the landmark decisions that have effected wilderness preservation in the West. Meet the people behind the movement and explore the modern concept of “what is wilderness.” just as water levels reach minimum levels. Helping ODFW with the rescue and relocation operation will be staff and volunteers from the U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and local fishing clubs. Volunteer efforts are being organized by the U.S. Forest Service, Bend-Fort Rock District office. People who wish to volunteer must register in advance, and be prepared to handle heavy buckets in rocky, difficult terrain. To learn more, call Mike Tripp at 541-3750552 or the Bend-Fort Rock office at 541-383-4000. “We greatly appreciate the number of people and organizations that are offering to put boots on the ground to help protect fish populations in the Deschutes River,” Hodgson said. October issue, the Taco Bell restaurant that operated in the Sunriver Business Park did not occupy the space currently occupied by Subway. Taco Bell was located between a chiropractic/acupuncture clinic and the Crossroads convenience store, which is now a Circle K.
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Grand Illumination Friday, Nov. 28, 3–7 p.m. This kickoff to the holiday season actually starts at 1:30 p.m. at the North Pole tent, adjacent to the Lodge, with a petting zoo, pony rides, children’s craft projects, entertainment from Mr. Magic, face painting, work from local artisans and huggable characters. Live entertainment and holiday singalongs start outdoors on the main stage at 4 p.m. with the carolers and other performers. Complimentary shuttles will pick up guests from the village, Community Bible Church and SHARC parking lot off Beaver Drive. Holiday Marketplace Friday, Nov. 28 & Saturday, Nov. 29, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The
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13th annual Sunriver Resort Holiday Marketplace is located in the Homestead Building and Heritage Rooms, Great Hall. Find a unique gift or holiday ornament at this muchanticipated arts and crafts show. Regional artists will feature work including pottery, jewelry, fine arts, textiles, metalwork, woodworking, stained glass and art demonstrations throughout the day. Warren Miller Classics Friday, Nov. 28, 7 p.m. The Warren Miller Classics se-
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Property tax statement town halls to begin By now, most Deschutes County property owners are familiar with recent real estate market value “ups-and-downs” of the past few years. Property taxes declined for many properties during the recession and some are still declining. Other properties are now seeing taxes rise along with increased market values. Through upcoming town hall meetings, Deschutes County assessor Scot Langton, will discuss an interesting combination of Measure 50 consequences, market fluctuation and current economic circumstances and their impacts on property tax rates. Langton and his staff will hold property tax town hall meetings Oct. 29 through Nov. 6 in La Pine, Sisters, Redmond and Bend. At the meetings, the public is welcome to ask questions about the property tax process, their property tax bills, and anything else related to the topic. All property tax meetings will be held from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the following locations: • La Pine, Oct. 29, La Pine
Sample property tax statement for an actual Sunriver property July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015 VALUES Real Market (RMV) Land Structures Total RMV Maximum Assessed Value Total Assessed Value Exemptions Net Taxable Total Property Tax PAYMENT OPTIONS Date Due: 3% Option 11/17/14 3,954.85 2/17/15 5/15/15 Total $3,954.85
City Hall, 51340 Hwy 97. • Sisters, Nov. 3, City Council Chambers, 520 E. Cascade; • Bend, Nov. 5, Deschutes Services Center, Barnes/Sawyer Room, 1300 NW Wall St. • R e d m o n d , N o v. 6 , Redmond Fire Hall, 341 NW Dogwood Ave. Deschutes County has come up with an easy way for property owners to review their individual tax situation online.
Simply visit www.deschutes. org/GraphIt and enter your property address to see a comparison of last years taxes compared to the current year. Also available is a creative video to help property owners understand how Oregon’s voter approved Measure 50 impacts their property. Information: Deschutes County Assessor’s office 541388-6508.
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garding Mavericks in executive session at its Oct. 17 meeting. Palcic said the SROA board is monitoring the situation as part of their due diligence. There are many questions concerning what happens if Mavericks is not available during the upcoming holiday season. A number of people who would normally workout and
The purpose of the meeting is to present current planning for the property and answer questions community members may have. The meeting will be Friday, Nov. 21, 3 p.m.28in the Homestead buildingOREGON (just behind the Great Hall) at Sunriver Resort. PORTLAND £ Information: srunner@ 97 ¤ Deschutes _ SALEM ^ sunriver-resort.com & National
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Thanksgiving dinner at The Great Hall Thursday, Nov. 27, 2–7 p.m. A bountiful buffet with all the Thanksgiving favorites, plus an assortment of delectable Northwest dishes. Reservations: 541-593-1000. $48 adults; $24 children 6-12; complimentary for children 5 and under.
Art exhibition at the Lodge Nov. 20 – Jan. 5. Sunriver Resort Lodge Betty Gray Gallery presents, in the upper gallery, color photography from the Oregon Natural Desert Association members, including those from the association’s 2015 calendar celebrating the beauty of the High Desert of Central and Eastern Oregon. The lower gallery presents noted Bend photographer Dave Kamperman’s area landscapes.
Thanksgiving dinner at The Grille at Crosswater Thursday, Nov. 27, 5–7 p.m. A special holiday prix fixe menu at The Grille at Crosswater. Reservations: 541-5933400. $52 adults; $24 children 6-12. Kid’s menu available for children 5 and under. Shuttle service to and from the Lodge. Open only to Resort guests.
Dining events Thanksgiving plated dinner at Meadows at The Lodge. Thursday, Nov. 27, 1–8 p.m. An elaborate holiday dinner with all the trimmings. $52 per adult; $24 children ages 6-12; 5 and under complimentary with paid adult. Reservations: 541-593-3740.
Excursions Daily snowshoe tours, November-January at 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., $60. Moonlight and starlight snowshoe tours: $70. Turn to Holiday, page 20
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Club studies invasive fish control methods, results At the Nov. 20 meeting of the Sunriver Anglers, Jennifer Luke of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) will present the agency’s chub trapping results for East Lake. Trout fisheries at East, and other Central Oregon lakes, have been impacted by the illegal introduction of tui chubs. ODFW, assisted by volunteers, including the Sunriver Anglers, has been attempting to control these fish through trapping and other means. She will be joined by Brett Hodgson, ODFW district fish biologist, who will speak about his program to improve fishing on the Fall River. Luke is a natural resources management graduate from the University of Vermont. She has been with ODFW for 16 years, and among other duties, has been involved with chub trapping. The trapping program at East Lake has been in place since 2010. ODFW has also been overseeing chub trapping at Paulina and Lava Lakes and Luke will update club members on those efforts as well. Hodgson has been the Upper Deschutes District fish biologist for six years. The Fall River program involves evaluating two different hatchery stocks of rainbow trout and determining if the stocks differ in their
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Fly tying corner: October caddis By Phil Fischer Have you noticed those big lumbering mothy-like bugs flying over the Deschutes or Fall river lately? Chances are you were seeing the adult October caddis. This caddis emerges in late September and October throughout many rivers in Oregon and Northern California. WestFly, the well-known fly fishing and entomology website in the Pacific Northwest, nicknamed this bug “the Great Pumpkin of Western Rivers.” It is a big bug, and for a few short weeks in the fall can be important to imitate, as these insects make a tasty treat for rising trout. A steelhead will occasionally take this pattern on the surface as well, skated at the tail out of your favorite steelhead run. It is an honest size 8 hook, which makes it a pattern that is easy to see on the water. And one doesn’t have to cast delicately with this fly. During egg laying flights the October caddis daps the water’s surface to deposit its eggs. It is often this behavior that we are trying to imitate as fly fishermen. So a little “splat cast” on the water is a good thing with this pattern. You generally won’t see lots of these bugs about, but the trout know they are there and will take them eagerly if afforded the opportunity. Look for the egg laying flight in the afternoon and evening. Even if you don’t see the naturals about, this fly can be a good searching pattern and will often
raise a wary trout looking for a large meal. October caddis adult The CDC October caddis pattern is an adaptation from a fly shared with me some years ago by Thomas Duncan. The underwing is CDC, which is a natural floatant to enable this fly to settle down in the film, and its shiny body fibers, soft hackle, and CDC wing will give a convincing impression of a caddis. I have made a couple of changes to Thomas’ original pattern by using a darker CDC, and adding just a bit of Krystal Flash to help the fly shimmer on the water’s surface. Next time you are out fishing, look for that big mothylooking October caddis in the evening as the natural returns to the stream to lay its eggs, and be ready to cast this fly searching for rising trout. Caddis pattern recipe Hook: Tiemco 200R or 2312 hook in size 8-10 Thread: Tan or Tobacco Brown Danville 70 Denier (6/0) Abdomen: Antron dubbing in golden orange or burnt orange Legs: Soft Hackle from the back of a Partridge. Choose a feather that is tan to brown color Underwing: Pardo CDC framed with two strands of root beer Krystal Flash on either side Turn to Caddis, page 20
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“It isn’t what you have in your pocket that makes you thankful, but what you have in your heart.” – Author unknown
sunriver women’s club President’s message The savory colors of fall and wonderful spicy scents in the kitchen all remind us of the changing season and that the holidays will soon be upon us. As we head into November plans with family and friends for the holidays start to materialize. We hope that yours will include kicking off the holiday season by attending “Beneath the Shimmering Pines” winter gala on Dec. 3 in the Great Hall at Sunriver Resort. As your co-presidents we are thankful for the generosity and talent of the amazing women in our greater community. SRWC functions both as a social and fundraising organization. None of the activities or events would be possible without your participation, ideas and dedication. As the busy season descends upon us take a moment or two for yourself – be it reading a book, taking a walk or lunching with a new or old friend – do something fun! – Martha Deuchler & Marcia Schonlau, co-presidents
November program The SRWC luncheon will be held Tuesday, Nov. 18, at the Crosswater Grille. Check-in is 11:30 a.m. and the price is $20. Our speaker will be David Rosell — financial planner, retirement expert and author of “Failure is Not an Option: Creating Certainty in the Uncertainty of Retirement.” Rosell is a highly acclaimed and accomplished speaker and he melds financial survival tips with entertaining travel and family stories. RSVP to Joan Lewis at srwcprograms@gmail.com or 541-598-0650. Reservations and/or cancellations are due no later than Nov. 13. Lunch with Friends Lunch with Friends is a casual, fun opportunity for club members to get together. Just bring your own lunch and beverage, join in the lively conversations, and catch up with new and old friends. There is no charge. We meet at the SHARC in the Crescent Room from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The dates for this season are Nov. 3,
SRWC accepting grant applications The Sunriver Women’s Club is accepting applications from nonprofit organizations seeking grant awards. Successful grant recipients are agencies or organizations that operate within the Three Rivers and south Deschutes County area and focus on meeting the basic family and children needs of shelter, health, food, clothing and education. Last year, the Sunriver Women’s Club awarded $35,000 to 16 organizations. Grant applicants must operate under a current 501(c) 3 nonprofit tax exempt status from the IRS to qualify and are researched prior to being recommended to receive funding by the Sunriver Women’s Club Philanthropy Committee. Application deadline is Jan. 31. Organizations that want to request a grant application or would like more information are encouraged to contact Ann McGranahan, Philanthropy Committee chair, at annmcg@ chamberscable.com or send a written request to SRWC Philanthropy Committee, Sunriver Women’s Club, P.O. Box 3334, Sunriver, OR 97707. Feb. 2 and May 4. If you haven’t been before or are new to the area, then do join us to meet other SRWC club members. If you need transportation, we’d be happy to give you a ride. Contacts are Valerie Wood at srsunnyval@ gmail.com (593-7477) or Barb Wymetalek at barbwymo@ chamberscable.com (593-
4408) if you have questions. Winter gala SRWC will usher in the 2014 holiday season Wednesday, Dec. 3 with our annual Winter Gala “Beneath the Shimmering Pines.” The event will be held at the Sunriver Resort Great Hall. The evening begins with a
cocktail hour and entertainment provided by Andy Amer duo. Diners will choose between four entrees and will enjoy a dessert that the resort’s executive chef has created especially for this event. The Notables will provide three hours of after dinner dancing and musical entertainment. Proceeds from this fundraising event directly benefit the SRWC philanthropy fund, which has provided nearly $500,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations in south Deschutes County since 2000. A special thank you to the Diamond Bar R Ranch, for being our platinum sponsor for the evening. And a shout-out to Silver Hilton Consulting for sponsoring the gala tickets raffled off at the Garden Party. We are recruiting volunteers and seeking raffle basket items. If you can help with either, or to purchase gala tickets, please contact srwcwintergala@gmail. com or Stephanie Nelson at 593-4663. Turn to SRWC, page 20
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The Wallow Bar & Grill opens on Spring River Road The Wallow Bar & Grill opened in mid-October at 17363 Spring River Drive on the road to Mt. Bachelor next to the Second Tern Thrift Store. Owner Greg Farfaglic said the restaurant’s name means a place to meet and gather for the purpose of indulging. Another definition of wallow is to roll about or lie relaxed in mud or water, which also sounds fun. Wallow Bar & Grill offers appetizers from $5-$15, salads $9-$11, burgers $7-$12, sandwiches $7-$11, dinner items $13-$15 and specialty dishes $7-$10. “We take great pride in providing high quality house made food at a reasonable price,” according to Wallow’s menu. The restaurant features German sausage from Redmond Smokehouse and fresh bread
baked daily by Rockin’ Daves Bagel Bistro & Catering Company. Farfaglic is a Sunriver area resident and an experienced restaurant owner who also
operates restaurants in Bend and Tumalo. The Wallow Bar & Grill is open daily 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. for lunch and dinner. Information: 541-639-3178.
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Bonfire on the snow tours: $85. Reservations: 541-389-8359 Snowmobile excursions, midNovember to mid-January Explore powder-filled meadows and high mountain terrain that make this region a world-class winter playground. Central Oregon Adventures 541-593-8887. Sleigh rides Treat your family to a onehorse open sleigh ride along the
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of the Hook Overwing: Orange dyed Deer Hair Head: Orange Dyed Spinning Deer Hair Tying instructions 1. Dub the body with two layers of antron dubbing. The abdomen of this insect is robust. So a second layer helps provide the thicker abdomen for this insect. 2. Tie in the partridge feather on the underside of the hook so that the tips extend approximately two-thirds the length of the body. 3. Take two CDC feathers and tie them in at the wing set position to create the underwing on this fly
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Winter fun Do you want to stay active outdoors this winter? Are you interested in snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ice skating in the village, tubing at SHARC, moonlight bonfires, or other snow or winter related outdoor fun activities? You are invited to this year’s organizational meeting for Winter Outdoor Fun Activities. The meeting will be Nov. 5, 5:30 p.m. in the Crescent Room at SHARC. Please bring appetizers or bread, ideas for winter outdoor fun, and your calendar to help plan this winter’s activities. Soups will be provided by the co-organizers, Patty Klascius, pklascius@ gmail.com and Sheila Schmerber sschmerb@gmail.com, whom you can also contact with any questions.
4. Tie in 2 fibers of root beer colored Krystal Flash on either side of the wing and extending slightly shorter than the wing. 5. Tie in a sparse bunch of dark orange deer hair to form the over wing. Tie over the butts to leave a 1/16th inch gap between the wing and the butts, with the remainder of the butts extending forward to form the head. 6. Tie in another sparse clump of deer hair using a little darker section of spinning hair nearer the tips of the hair. Flare this hair with several tight wraps of thread filling the 1/16th inch gap on the top of the hook. Add a second clump flared on the underside of the hook. Whip finish and lightly glue the head. Trip the butts to form the head of this fly. Loose Cannons Join us Nov. 7 at 5 p.m. at SHARC to listen to jazz pianist Arthur Migliazza. The Sunriver Music Festival hosts the event and a chili dinner is included. Tickets can be purchased from the Music Festival. Contact Dottie Meilink at 541-5935183 if you intend to join us. Nov. 16 at 2 p.m. the Cascade Winds Symphonic Band is playing at Summit High School. There is no cost to attend. If you are interested in going, contact Dottie Meilink at 541-593-5183. Winter clothing for kids We are collecting winter outerwear for Rosland School in La Pine. Jackets, boots, mittens hats and socks are needed in all children’s sizes. Donations of cash are also appreciated. Contact Sandy Lassen at sanlass@msn.com
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Patrick Lamb holiday concert planned Consolidation of air ambulance services
REACH Air Medical Services expanded its air ambulance service area in October by acquiring Emergency Airlift (EAL) based in Klamath Falls and North Bend. The purchase expands the air ambulance programs of REACH, Cal-Ore Life Flight and AirLink Critical Care Transport, now collectively known as the Oregon Medical Transport Team. The Oregon Medical Transport Team was slated to assume EAL’s operations in the Southern Oregon region in late October. Customers will be served from new bases located in North Bend and Klamath Falls, along with existing bases in Corvallis, Brookings, Gold Beach, Bend and several locations in Northern California. In an October statement, the three Oregon Medical Transport Team member companies said they are dedicated to ensuring requests for transport result in the closest, most appropriate critical care team responding to
the call. “In order to provide uninterrupted service, we have worked with the EAL staff and leadership to coordinate a seamless transition,” said Sean Russell, REACH president. Those currently served by Emergency Airlift throughout southern Oregon should continue calling the same 800-804-4911 dispatch number. “This acquisition securely integrates the three programs’ existing operations in Oregon and Northern California into a cohesive working relationship to better serve rural communities,” said Dan Brattain, vice president of fixedwing operations for REACH and Cal-Ore. “This cohesive effort results in more than 120 highly trained employees, 14 airplanes and helicopters, and more than 10 ground ambulance units, all dedicated to serving the rural Oregon and Northern California regions,” said Kevin Schitoskey AirLink program manager.
REACH Medical Holdings, LLC, headquartered in Santa Rosa, California, operates REACH Air Medical Services and Cal-Ore Life Flight providing critical care air and ground transport service to communities throughout California, Oregon and southern Texas. In 2011, REACH merged with Cal-Ore Life Flight, headquartered in Brookings to provide expanded air ambulance services in Northern California and Oregon. AirLink Critical Care Transport, an emergency air medical transport company established by St. Charles Health System, has provided critical care transport to Central and Eastern Oregon customers since 1985. The Oregon Medical Transport Team is part of the AirMedCare Network, which combines the membership programs of air ambulance operators in 27 states from more than 200 air transport locations. Visit www. AirMedCareNetwork.com
Award winning and Grammy nominated jazz and rhythm and blues saxophonist Patrick Lamb and his band will perform at the Sunriver Resort’s Great Hall on Friday, Dec. 19 as part of the resort’s annual Traditions holiday celebrations. Lamb is one of those extraordinary performers who can combine raw talent and energy with a singular ability to captivate an audience with his charm, sincerity and pure magnetism. His focus as a songwriter and performing artist is “old school” R&B and soul. He combines the influences of funk, soul, R&B, and a flavor of jazz to create his own unique sound as a performer and a songwriter. Sit in the warm glow of the Great Hall’s fireplace and get in the holiday spirit with the music of Lamb and his band. Read more about and sample Lamb’s music at www.pat ricklamb.com For more information, call 541-593-9310, email at tickets@ sunrivermusic.org or visit www.sunrivermusic.org
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SROA President’s Message: Amenities pricing, putting owners first
sunriver owners association will come with additional benefits – all for the same prices as in 2014.
By Pat Hensley
Put owners first. Treat owners equitably. Make decisions in the best interest of Member our owners as a whole. Preference These are guiding Program principles for SROA Pat Hensley The most imBoard decision-making portant access proin general and these same principles guided the gram for 2015 is the Member board in its decision on pricing Preference Program – a new of access to SROA’s amenities name for the Homeowner ID (HOID) card program. There’s for 2015. At its October meeting, the a reason for the new name – this board approved three pricing card is much more than an ID programs for access to SROA’s card – it gives preferred benefits recreational amenities in 2015. to owners who are cardholders. Let me say up front for the With the Member Preference many owners who have been card, an owner will have: • Unlimited SHARC access asking: There will be no increases in rates for any of the for aquatics, tubing, fitness center and Hosmer Living Room. programs for 2015. • Unlimited access to tennis In fact, the two recreation and pickleball courts. access programs for owners
• Unlimited access to SROA’s new boat launch (projected opening in late spring 2015). • Unlimited and exclusive access to the North Pool (starting in summer 2015). • Express admission line at SHARC. • A variety of discounts. • 20 guest passes per property. Recreation Plus Program The other access program for SROA owners is the Recreation Plus Program – designed specifically for those members whose Sunriver homes are vacation rental properties. This is the only unlimited recreation access program for vacation rental guests offered in Sunriver. Like the IRAP program it replaces, this program is exclusively for our owners. And it is available to all owners of vacation rental houses. Here, too, there’s a
SROA board October meeting highlights The Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Board of Directors met Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014. Board members present: David Jendro, Mark Murray, Jim Fister, Bob Wrightson, Bob Nelson, Pat Hensley, Richard Wharton, Mike Gocke, Roger Smith. Staff present: Hugh Palcic, Brooke Snavely. Treasurer’s report As of Sept. 30, 2014 (unaudited/estimated) Revenues……….8,076,814 Expenses…...…...7,646,410 Surplus (deficit)…..612,403 Owners forum -None. Association operations Administration: Worked on
closing out a settlement regarding water rates with the Oregon Public Utility Commission and Sunriver Water, LLC. Staff began reviewing an engineer’s draft report about the February flooding along Sunriver’s eastern boundary. Accounting: Prepared August SROA and Sunriver Service District financial statements. Revised SSD’s June and July financials. SROA’s workers’ compensation renewal decreased due to experience rating. Completed a SAIF audit of SSD’s worker’s compensation program. Continued analysis of recreation revenue models and assisted Public Works with a fuel tax audit. I.T.: Researched and im-
plemented emergency alert remote button for SHARC fitness users. This will allow owners who exercise alone in the SHARC fitness facility early in the morning or in the evening, to call 911 should the need arise. Assisted the admissions model workgroup with updated usage data at SROA amenities. Communications: Visits to SROA websites declined after Labor Day. Researched hardware and software applications to support board goal of including more owners in SROA governance. Worked with Bend Paddle Trail Alliance to update a river access map that will show publicly accessible put-in and take-out points.
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reason for the name change. The old IRAP program was, for many years, available only to independently managed vacation rental houses. More recently, the IRAP program has been available to every owner in Sunriver. Adopting a new name for the program underscores the point. To paraphrase those Oldsmobile ads from the 1980s, “this is not your father’s IRAP program.” What does the Recreation Plus Program provide? • Unlimited SHARC access for aquatics & tubing • Unlimited tennis and pickle ball court usage • Unlimited boat launch access (new for 2015) • Easy three-part payment plan (new for 2015) • Discount for full payment in advance (new for 2015) • Personalized year-end usage Community Development: Brewed Awakenings, the drive-thru coffee shop in The Village at Sunriver, opened in mid-October. Code enforcement officer Shane Hostbjor was out on leave. Jacki Bue, Hugh Palcic and Keith Kessaris covered inspections during his absence. Environmental Services: Continued ladder fuels reductions on commons. Continued flagging property lines for 2014 LFR contract. Started annual fall LFR inspections of private properties. Performed private property noxious weed inspections. Preparing to launch firewood permit system in 2015. Public Works: Removed tennis nets and wind screens but will leave some tennis and pickleball nets up until the snow flies. Completed safety inspections of all playground eequipment. Prepared for full-depth reconstruction of the north end of Beaver Drive by notifying affected homeowners. Placed 480 tons of should rock along pathways to improve safety and protect the surfaces. Rebuilding pumps of the entrance water feature. Replaced a Bobcat with a Toolcat, which is better suited for sweeping and plowing snow from pathways. Recreation/SHARC: The first annual Uncorked Sunriver Style wine festival attracted 650 participants, 16 wineries, and nine product vendors. Tennis clinics were offered through Sept. 20. USTA had their second sectional championship on Tennis Hill and
data of visits to SROA facilities • No change to pricing... same as 2014 IRAP pricing. Gate fees The third access program is what we refer to as gate fees. These are fees charged to members of the public who wish to use SROA recreational facilities. Because they are neither SROA members nor guests of members, the price they pay is substantially higher than member-related pricing. There is a wide variety of gate fees, including off-season rates, season passes, multi-day discounts, and the popular “Splashy Hour” program. There will be no increase in gate fees for 2015. Acting in the best interest of owners as a whole As I noted above, our guiding Turn to Pres. message, page 26
North Courts Sept. 12-16 rather than in August, which was much more pleasant for players and guests. Team Cup Challenge also held their tournament on SROA courts and staged a dinner banquet at SHARC. FAST Camp reports less demand this year for scholarships to participated in the SROA-sponsored after school program. SHARC staff manned a FAST Camp/ SHARC information table at Three Rivers School’s “Back to School” open house. Board actions -Approved minutes of the minutes from the Sept. 19 work session and Sept. 20 regular meeting, as amended. -Approved the September financial report. -Tabled a confidentiality agreement for those serving the association in various capacities. -Approved an amenities access program for 2015. (See story page 1). -Approved corrections to Resolution 2014-005 regarding the Oregon Public Utility Commission’s water rate settlement agreement. The meeting adjourned approximately 10:05 a.m. The next scheduled SROA board work session is Friday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m., followed by the regular meeting Saturday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. in the SROA administration building, 57455 Abbot Drive, between circle 3 and 4, next to the Sunriver Fire Department. Approved meeting minutes are posted, as available, to www.sunriverowners.org.
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Events & Programs
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and 26) Level 3 and 4: 5:15-5:45pm Adult structured workouts to refine SROA member with current ID $40, Off-Season Rates: $15 adult/child and strengthen swim technique in general public $45 Tubing only: $10/per person or 5 run freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and punch pass butterfly. Swim Club Drop in fee SROA member with November 4-20 Holiday Session Rates current ID $5, general public $7 Tuesday and Thursdays, 5-6pm Adult/child: $12 Structured workouts to refine and Tubing only: $10/per person or 5 run Swim Lessons strengthen swim technique in freepunch pass November 3-19 style, backstroke, breaststroke, & Six 30 minute classes Mondays and butterfly. November 1-22 and 30 Daily drop-in $5, monthly SROA Monday-Thursday, 10am-7:30pm Wednesdays Level 1: 3:45-4:15pm member w/ current ID $25, general Friday & Saturday, 10am-8:30pm Level 2: 4:30-5pm public $30 Sunday, 10am-5:30pm November 23-27 Open daily 10am-8:30pm November 28 and 29 10am-8:30pm w/ sessions Session 1: 10am-12:30pm Session 2: 1-3:30pm Session 3: 4-6:30pm Session 4: 6:30-8:30pm
Options for 2015 SROA maintenance fee payments
Options for 2015 SROA maintenance fee payments Would you like an easy way to get your maintenance fee payment to SROA on time each month? There are sevOpen Swim Sessions eral alternatives to sending a Please be aware that during week- monthly check that are availends and peak holiday times SHARC able to Sunriver property ownmay restrict open swimming to 2.5 ers.
hour “swim sessions” to prevent potential overcrowding of the indoor pool (see swim session restricted dates marked in blue on the reverse side calendar). At the end of each 2.5-hour session, all patrons will be required to exit the pool.
Lap Swim
(Open only to SROA members) 6-10am daily (one lane 9am-10am Monday-Thursday) 6:30-7:30pm, Monday-Thursday (one lane), (no evening lap swim November 24-27)
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Annual prepayment You can prepay your 2015 maintenance fee and receive a 3 percent discount. Three percent, when annualized, is equivalent to a 6.9 percent return and you save your association the expense of preparing and mailing the entire coupon book. Instead, we will send you an invoice, by mail or email – your choice – in late December/early January that you will return with your onetime payment, which is due by Jan. 23, 2015. PLEASE NOTE: The 3 percent discount applies to the regular maintenance fee assessment only. Special assessment payments for the SHARC facility are not subject to the 3 percent discount.
Special tubes are provided. No personal sleds or tubes allowed. Riders must be at least 4 years old and able to ride alone. Secure footwear required, no bare feet. November 1-21, Saturday and Sunday 11am-3pm November 22-30, daily 10am-3pm Electronic funds transfers
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Another alternative is to authorize SROA to automatically withdraw monthly payments from your bank account. Check the appropriate box on the form on this page or in the online form at www.sunriverowners.org. You’ll receive an enrollment form instead of a coupon book, saving everyone time and money.
Water-based workout, low-impact and perfect for all levels and abilities. (Please bring swimsuit, towel, and water bottle. Water shoes and water shirt are optional but strongly encouraged.) November 1-30 Monday-Thursday, 9-10am Drop in fee SROA member w/ current ID $5, general public $7 Punch passes are available buy 10 Never fill out a request again classes get the 11th class free SROA When you fill out your 2015 Member w/ current ID $50, general coupon, you can choose to public $70 make your option permanent
by checking yes or no. The association will automatically Master Swim bill you the payment option November 3-19 (No master swim November 24 you’ve chosen in 2016 and SUNRIVER SCENE •
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beyond unless you tell us otherwise. Pay online SROA members can also pay any amount, anytime, online with their credit or debit card through SROA’s secure online processor. If you want to prepay the annual maintenance eceive the three perfee and receive cent discount, fill out the form below w or online and select the “Annual Prepayment Coupon” option. Once you receive the invoice, log on to the SROA website and select “Pay Your Assessments Online” under Online Office in the green menu bar. This will take you to the secure payment site where you can pay the amount shown on your invoice. You can also make monthly payments online with your card. All online payments are subject to a 2.5 percent convenience fee. Request your payment option Please use the coupon on this page or the one online at www.sunriverowners.org. Choose Online Office>Maintenance Fee Option Request. The form will open in a new window. Just be sure to submit the form – by mail or online – by Nov. 14. Members who do not choose a payment option will automatically receive a 12-month coupon book in the mail in late December. The SROA Board of Directors determines the amount of the 2015 maintenance fee at their Nov. 15 meeting. That amount will be announced in the Scene and on the SROA website. If you have questions, call the accounting office at 541593-2411 or toll-free 888284-6639, or email Jamie Kendellen at jamiek@srowners.org
Civil War at SHARC Saturday, Nov. 29 • Kickoff Time TBA
A family-friendly and open to the public fundraiser for the New Generations Early Childhood Development Center, festivities will begin 60 minutes before kick off in Benham Hall with our pre-game party. A playroom for youngsters will be set up by New Generations staff with games and craft projects to keep them occupied during the game. Admission to the pre-game festivities and game will be $25 adults; $12 ages 4-12. The price includes food and one ticket for a beer, glass of wine or soda. Sunriver Brewing Company will provide sausage and pepper hoagies, chicken wings and beer pretzels. Admission to watch only the game will be $10 adults; $7 children ages 7-17 and free for ages 6 and younger. Snacks including a nacho bar and hummus and veggies will be provided and there will be a no host bar featuring Sunriver Brewing Company’s craft beers as well as wine. No outside food or beverage will be allowed. This fundraising partnership with New Generations Early Childhood Development Center supports their nonprofit day care and learning center serving the greater Sunriver community and is funded primarily through donations and community support. Raffles of OSU and UO items will take place between the third and fourth quarter of the game with proceeds to benefit New Generations. Don’t forget to bring cash for the raffle and football pool. To add more rivalry Duck and Beaver fans are challenged to drop their pocket change into the appropriate team jar at SHARC’s front desk during the month of November. Reservations are required for the pre-game party no later than 5 p.m. Nov. 25 by calling 541-585-3147. No reservations are needed to just stop by and watch the game.
Save the date! Homeowners’ Holiday Open House for Sunriver owners and their families Saturday, Dec. 27, 5-7pm in Benham Hall Winter Recreation Educational Day Saturday, December 6, 10am-2pm at SHARC
Free and open to all, the event will educate attendees about winter outdoor activities, health and longevity with outdoor recreation and learning new activities.
Any homeowners with unused 2014 guest passes, please consider donating them for use by the youth of south Deschutes County. If interested, please drop passes off at the SHARC HOID office anytime!
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Craig Johnson, author of Walt Longmire mysteries, to visit Sunriver By Deon Stonehouse Craig Johnson returns to Sunriver on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 5:30 p.m. at SHARC. We are always so grateful to Johnson for his continued support of Sunriver Books & Music. We are honored that he gives great presentations in Sunriver; he is the star of our lineup! We are also very grateful for the opportunity to present this talented author to the community in SHARC’s fabulous Benham Hall. “Wait For Signs” brings together 12 short stories featuring Sheriff Walt Longmire. All are entertaining and show different aspects of Walt’s character and background. Those of us already acquainted with the Walt Longmire series will delight in seeing our favorite sheriff in different situations and learning a bit more about favored characters. Those new to the series will find “Wait For Signs” a perfect introduction, a way to taste Johnson’s excellent writing in a lighter tone. Several take place around the holidays
making this collection an ideal gift and a joy to read anytime. “Old Indian Trick” is set in autumn; Walt is driving Lonnie Little Bird to a doctor’s appointment. Along the way they stop at a roadside diner for a bite to eat, arriving just after a robbery. Never discount the intuition of an old Indian. We had the pleasure of hearing Johnson tell this story at an earlier author event. It’s nice to have it in printed form to read again. “Ministerial Aid” is set on New Year’s Day 2000. Walt is delivering a paycheck to his
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a holiday evening with Lucian. This is both a very clever mystery in which the past meets the present in mysterious ways. Walt’s gift for really paying attention and noticing minor details come in handy. “Unbalanced” brings Walt’s daughter Cady home for the holidays. On the way to pick her up at the airport, Walt encounters a young woman in need. “Several Stations” is a perfect holiday story. Walt helps out when a truck transporting toys slides off an icy highway. “High Holidays” is set during tourist season and showcases Walt’s uncanny knack for noticing. “Toys for Tots” has Walt Christmas shopping with his daughter Cady. Walt is not fond of shopping. “Divorce Horse” puts Henry Standing Bear, Walt, and Vic on the trail of an ill-tempered horse much prized by a divorcing couple. “Thankstaking” is Thanksgiving Henry Standing Bear style. “Messenger” involves Walt, Henry, Vic along with a family of bears, and an owl. It should not be missed! Henry and Vic together are always entertaining, throw in bears and an owl and things quickly get out of hand. The last story is “Petunia, Bandit Queen of the Bighorns.” I will let the title speak for itself. Keep this collection handy to read whenever you feel the need; the stories bring cheer. Johnson’s hugely popular Walt Longmire mysteries inspired the Longmire series on A&E, the most watched scripted series in A&E history.
So what does a cable television station do with a wildly successful series, the best they ever had? Cancel it. The audience is a little long in the tooth; a younger crowd for their advertisers is what they want. Reality TV is more their style. No script, no talented thespians, often just a bunch of people behaving badly. No worries, for those of us sporting a few years and loyal to the Longmire series on TV, Johnson’s books give a richer experience. Johnson can use a lot more plot in a novel than a TV program can jam into 45 minutes. I understand the producers are looking for a new station. Johnson will probably fill us in more during his Nov. 11 presentation at SHARC. Please do not forget Urban Waite will be at Sunriver Books & Music at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 1 for a presentation on his latest, “Sometimes the Wolf.” Set in the North Cascades, the story focuses on a father and son, both law officers at one time. The father’s fall from grace put him in prison for 12 years for running drugs. The son, a deputy in the same town where his father was sheriff, has been living down that legacy for a long time. Now the father is paroled, the son must sort out his feelings, and some bad men with a tendency toward violence have a score to settle. The story features excellent writing and a plot that keeps you turning pages. Sign up to attend author events by calling 541-5932525, emailing sunriver books@sunriverbooks.com or stopping by Sunriver Books & Music. The events are free; everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be served and there will be drawings for prizes.
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Book clubs read, discuss mysteries, factual and fictional works
Sunriver Library events Sunriver: Chapter One Book Club The Sunriver Area Friends of the Library sponsored book club. Free and open to the public. Nov. 1, 10 a.m. Know Exploring: First Approaches to the Far West Discover 300 years of western exploration—before Lewis and Clark. Presenter Bob Boyd will bring with him artifacts that lend striking visual detail to life in that time. Nov. 4, 4:30 p.m. Family Fun Story Time Songs, stories, crafts and fun to build early learning skills for ages 0-5 with their care provider. Ages 0-5. Nov. 4,11,18, 25, 10:30 a.m. Teen Territory Strategy games, crafts, Wii, and more. Nov. 5, 1:30 p.m. Sunriver: Friends of the Sunriver Area Library Board Meeting Open to the public. Nov. 12, 11 a.m. All Libraries closed for Thanksgiving Holiday Nov. 27 & 28 all day. Libraries will reopen Nov. 29 Information: (541) 312-1087 www.deschuteslibrary.org
Sunriver readers will enjoy a new novel from Garth Stein this month. Book Club meets at 6:30 p.m. on Monday at Sunriver Books & Music, and everyone is welcome. We have a great time discussing interesting books and enjoying light refreshments. Discussing books is a fun way to make new friends in the community. Nov. 3 the Mystery Book Club discusses “Black Betty” by Walter Mosley. Its 1961 and Easy Rawlins has moved with his two adopted kids from Watts to West LA. It is an era of great change in the Black community. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will fill the Washington Monument to deliver his inspirational “I Have A Dream” speech in 1963. A few years later he will be shot dead. Robert Kennedy will give a moving tribute to Dr. King and be shot down two months later. Civil Rights are the topic of the day, yet back in West LA Rawlins still has to make a living, two children to raise and times are tough financially. He is not keen to accept a case for a sleazy white private investigator, but he needs the money and the name of the woman Saul wants him to find brings back memories. In his Texas boyhood Black Betty was legendary; men were willing to bleed to win her favors. As a teenager Easy Rawlins complimented Black Betty and she planted a hot kiss on his young mug that rocked his world. Easy and Black Betty both traveled to California along different routes at different times. Of course the case will be far murkier than presented and Easy will have other complications. His homicidal sidekick Mouse is out of prison and thirsting for revenge. Walter Mosley can write! He will walk you right into Easy’s world, set you down, and spin
you a good yarn not soon forgotten. Nov. 10 the Fiction Book Club has something special to discuss. Since 2008’s mega hit, “The Art of Racing In The Rain,” we have all been eagerly awaiting the next novel
sell the property curing their financial ills thus paving the way to a rosier future. Sounds simple but the execution proves a lot more complicated. When the obligations of the past meet the desires of the future in the hands of a confused teenage
from Garth Stein. “A Sudden Light” more than rewards us. Wielding magical realism like an enchanted sword, Garth tells the story of a vulnerable 14-year-old meeting the ghost of his ancestor when he visits the family estate north of Seattle for the first time. Distressed over the estrangement between his parents, Trevor is taken by his father from Connecticut to the Pacific Northwest where his family had been timber barons in their glory days. All that remains of their vast wealth is the forested estate where his grandfather is sliding into dementia. Trevor’s dad and his enigmatic aunt intend to
boy this novel shines. Garth Stein will be at Sunriver Books & Music on Saturday, Feb. 14 for a presentation on “A Sudden Light,” and he always puts on a good show. Nov. 17 the Non-Fiction Book Club discusses “Behind
the Beautiful Forevers: Life, Death, and Hope in a Mumbai Undercity” by Katherine Boo. It reads like fiction but it is all too true. Annawadi is a slum nestled against the opulence of luxury hotels lining the Mumbai airport, dire poverty living side by side with travelers with wealth and ease. The truly amazing aspect of this book is the common ground built by Boo, a Pulitzer winning journalist, and the people of Annawadi. They allow her to know their deepest thoughts and fears. Families strive to get ahead, neighbor fights neighbor, murder and mayhem happen, and Boo is there to bear witness. It is paced like a thriller, very readable. Boo’s intimate portrayal makes you care about the characters. There are some beautiful scenes in this well-crafted report on life in an Indian slum; it is well worth reading and ultimately uplifting. Information: 541-593-2525, www.sunriverbooks.com
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new boat launch, an express admission line at SHARC as well as select discounts for SROA events are all being built into the Member Preference Program. For those SROA members that rent their Sunriver homes, the old IRAP program has also been given a facelift… introducing Recreation Plus. Much along the lines of the Member Preference Program, the name is not the only change. A first time ever discount is being offered for those members that pay in full when they sign up for the program (offered until April 30, 2015). Participating members will also have the option of paying their program in three, interest-free installments throughout the year. It is the only admissions program to offer unlimited SHARC aquatic and tubing, tennis and boat launch facility
access to guests of owners. And while a full payment discount, flexible, interest free terms and boat launch access are added to the 2015 program, there is no change to the cost. So to recap, 2015 is shaping up to be all about member benefits, unlimited access to members and guests while holding the line on admission fees. Q: A court has approved a bank’s foreclosure proceeding against Mavericks at Sunriver and the facility was scheduled to close Oct. 31. Is SROA monitoring the situation and what impacts might the closure of Mavericks have on SHARC? A: Very simply, yes, SROA is monitoring this situation. It is part of what I consider our due diligence as association management. The disposition of this high profile property certainly plays into SROA’s mission which is to enhance and protect the property values of our membership. To that end, I have recently provided an update to the board on this issue. And while I cannot go into details at this time, I can assure you that we have, and continue to consider, the impacts to SHARC as a result from the many possible scenarios resulting from a Mavericks closure.
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principles are putting owners first, treating owners equitably, and making decisions in the best interest of owners as a whole. We recognize that some owners of Sunriver vacation rental houses will be disappointed that the 2014 bulk-ticket discount program will not continue in 2015. While this discount program may have worked well for some owners, it did not perform well for SROA. Participation and revenues fell short of projections. Moreover, if the program were to continue, indications are that participation and revenues would fall further – not increase – in 2015. These are among the reasons the board concluded that continuing the program was not in the best interest of SROA’s owners as a whole.
Putting owners first Ownership does have its privileges. That is especially true regarding access to our SROA amenities. Over the past several years, we have added to and improved on many of our recreational amenities. The success of SHARC along with our association’s reinvestment in our tennis and pickle ball courts, parks and 33 miles of pathways has only strengthened the special place called Sunriver. Coming in May of 2015, our association will add river access to the growing list of SROA recreational amenities with the opening of our own boat launch facility. All of these amenities are provided first and foremost for the use and enjoyment of our owners. That is the privilege of ownership in Sunriver. That is putting owners first.
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In October, the U.S. Forest Service temporarily installed a smoke monitor at the Sunriver Owners Association’s North Pool. This sensitive piece of equipment will monitor particulates produced during the fall prescribed burning season. The device is one of several stationed around Central Oregon to study impacts of smoke on air quality. It will be removed for the winter.
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Reviewing the summer of 2014 and planning ahead By Shawn Cannon, SROA Recreation Director The SROA Recreation team had a busy summer with our first ticketed concert in the John Gray Amphitheater at SHARC and the addition of Uncorked Sunriver Style. We’re proud to say the John Hiatt and Taj Mahal concert sold out and more than 150 homeowners took advantage of member discounted tickets for the show. Uncorked Sunriver Style had nearly 700 attendees over the twoday event and was also well attended by Sunriver homeowners. As we wind down from another busy season in all areas of recreation, we are already ramping up for 2015. We are reviewing all the hours of operation and programming and, through that critical analysis process, making decisions on opportunities in 2015. Now is the time, while everything is still fresh in our minds, to ensure we celebrate the successes, document the areas to improve so we are continuously getting better, and phase out or change those areas that may not be serving SROA and its intended audience as designed. Along with this process, we are also taking a look at new opportunities and one of those is a Winter Recreation Educational Day at SHARC. Nearly a year ago a group of primarily owners brainstormed the need to offer a day of demonstration on the different kinds of snowshoe and Nordic ski equipment available. Education of winter wear and the proper layering techniques to maximize comfort and warmth while doing these activities and proper stretching techniques to limit strains and muscle pulls were also discussed. Thanks to collaboration among the Sunriver sport shop owners, SROA and a couple of owners that are win-
ter recreation enthusiasts, we will be offering a day of fun and education at SHARC. We encourage everyone of all
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and community support. 100 percent of the net proceeds go to New Generations. Sunriver Brewing Company is providing the food and beverage again this year so you’re guaranteed to be well fed. During the game, there will be Duck and Beaver themed raffle baskets and silent auction items available. If you are interested in helping support this event, you can become an event sponsor or donate OSU and UO items that can used in these baskets or as a silent auction option. Please contact Emily Savko, 541-585-3145 for information on how to become a sponsor or donate. See the ad in this month’s Scene for ticket details. There are a limited number of seats available for the event. Stay tuned in the December Scene for more upcoming annual winter activities and events that will take place the first few months of 2015. These include the second annual Chill Out, Feb. 6-7 and the third annual Sunriver Mudslinger, March 22.
Burn season open on private land around, but not in, Sunriver Private property owners outside Sunriver and the cities of Bend and Sisters are now allowed to conduct outdoor burns effective Oct. 1. The only exceptions are the cities and the community of Sunriver, which have yearround bans on outdoor burning within their jurisdictions. Fire chiefs from all firefighting agencies including
municipal and rural fire departments, the U.S. Forest Service, the BLM and Oregon Department of Forestry agreed that all jurisdictions could enter burn season, which allows outdoor burning of debris and agricultural burns. “With the colder temperatures and added moisture we have received and are expect-
ing, the potential for debris burns to escape and become a wildfire hazard is reduced,” said Chief Doug Koellermeier, president of the Central Oregon Fire Chiefs Association. Contact the local fire district in your area on the day you plan to burn to confirm that it is a burn day and obtain any needed permits. Even though burn season
officially began, weather conditions such as high winds or warm, dry fall weather can cause higher fire risk that temporarily closes down burning a particular day. All outdoor burns must be monitored by the resident who received the burn permit. Never leave a burn unattended as it can spread to other combustibles.
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and proper layering, winter sport precautions and preparing yourself for a day outdoors, and where to go lo-
group excursions to guided trips. There will be equipment demos and information sessions for snowshoes, Nordic skis and the newest offering in winter sport and exercise: fat tire bikes. To round out this free community event, there will be warm beverages, snacks and door prizes. Now is the time to learn how to stay active in the winter months, navigate the overwhelming amount of equipment and clothing options on the market and generally prepare yourself for being out in the beautiful Central Oregon outdoors regardless of the winter weather. Another upcoming event to get on your calendar is the annual viewing of the Oregon State University and University of Oregon Civil War game at SHARC. We have partnered for the third year in a row with New Generations Early Child Development Center, a nonprofit daycare and learning center that serves the greater community and is primarily funded by donations
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the company have its own claims agent? Does it outsource claims to a third party? Do you have to go directly to the insurance company that you’re buying your valuation through? Reputable companies have an internal quality-control department and a contact to help you with your claim. 8. Are the employees reputable? You are allowing these people into your home and they will be responsible for the safety of your possessions. Not to mention, they will have access to your loved ones. Request verification that the moving company has conducted background checks and tested for drugs. 9. Do the company’s name and numbers match? Make sure the U.S. Department of Transportation name and number on your paperwork matches the number on the truck parked outside your home. These should be iden-
tical. When it’s moving time and your hired mover shows up with a rental truck, it behooves you to cancel the agreement right there and demand your deposit back. 10. Don’t pay a large deposit. Some companies require a down payment or deposit as high as 25 percent of the total move. Reputable companies do not require you to pay everything upfront. Nevertheless, with any deposit, consumers should make sure it is refundable, because the closing could always fall through. “I’d be very suspicious of a moving company that expects a substantial payment upfront, especially if you’re just moving across town,” Rosenblum said. If you think you have fallen victim to a moving scam, contact the Oregon Department of Justice online at www.oregonconsumer.gov or call 1-877-877-9392.
Santiam Pass video Oregon Department of Transportation and BendBroadband planned to upgrade an analog microwave video signal system from U.S. Highway 20 near Hoodoo Ski Area to a new digital link in October. The video from the Santiam Pass camera, normally visible on BendBroadBand digital channel 219 and analog channel 48, was expected to be down for two weeks. BendBroadband planned to feed the new digital image, in partnership with ODOT, back to the same places it was previously available. The TripCheck.com still image remained current throughout the upgrade of the video feed. Excluding metropolitan areas, ODOT offers images from approximately 100 roadside
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‘Know Exploring’ at Deschutes Public Library throughout November Deschutes Public Library invites the public to bring their sense of adventure and desire for intrigue this November with presentations about exploration. From westward expansion to deadly ascents, November’s “Know Exploring” events and programs will examine the public’s fascination with discovery. All programs are free and open to all, and no registration is required.
known stories of the Spanish, French, Russian and English explorers and merchant adventurers who preceded the Corps of Discovery. • Monday, Nov. 3, 6 p.m., Downtown Bend Library, 601 NW Wall Street, Bend. • Tuesday, Nov. 4, 4:30 p.m., Sunriver Library, 56855 Venture Lane, Sunriver.
• Saturday, Nov. 8, 2 p.m., Downtown Bend Library.
Lewis and Clark Across Two Centuries Lois Leveen Mark Spence, author and historian for the National Park Service, examines the Lewis and Clark expedition and the ways it has been remembered and forgotten over two centuries. • Saturday, Nov. 15, 2 p.m., Redmond Library, 827 SW Mount Hood: Exploring Deschutes Avenue, Redmond Oregon’s Perilous Peak Why is riffing on — and • Sunday, Nov. 16, 2 p.m., Mt. Hood has shaped the very Women of Discovery ripping off — Shakespeare Downtown Bend Library Get to know extraordinary land of the Northwest. It helps so incredibly enticing? women with COCC instructor create the notorious Oregon Author Lois Leveen posed Chris Rubio. From aviators rains and deep alpine snows, and Explorers and Their this very question, and it’s to primatologists to environ- it draws millions to its textbook Expeditions one she asked herself while Community Librarians Nate mentalists, these women will beauty every year. But its snowy writing her own Shakespearand Chandra highlight the excite and amaze you with peak also captures the attentheir curiosity and heart—not tion of the nation almost every adventures of the explorers who ean riff, the novel “Juliet’s to mention their extraordinary time it wreaks fatal havoc upon changed the world by being Nurse.” In the book, Leveen bold. From the North Pole to the imagines the 14 years leading achievements. climbers seeking the summit. • Saturday, Nov. 1, 2 p.m., • Wednesday, Nov. 5, 6 p.m., South Pole, Nate and Chandra up to the events in Romeo Sisters Library, 110 North Cedar Downtown Bend Library, 601 delve into the triumphs and and Juliet as told by the womtragedies of well-known expe- an who was both insider and Street, Sisters. NW Wall Street, Bend. • Thursday, Nov. 13, 6 p.m., • Thursday, Nov. 6, 12 p.m., ditions as well as highlight some outsider among the wealthy families of Verona. East Bend Library, 62080 Dean La Pine Library, 16425 1st lesser-known treks. “I realized I hadn’t ac• Thursday, Nov. 20, 2:30 Swift Road, Bend. Street, La Pine. p.m., Aspen Ridge, 1010 NE tually read the play since high school,” said Leveen. “I Purcell Boulevard, Bend. First Approaches to the Far West Early Maps of the American pulled my copy off the shelf, • Thursday, Nov. 20, 6 p.m., For almost three hundred Hemisphere Stephanie Wood, Director, East Bend Library, 62080 Dean devoured it in a single sitting, years prior to Lewis and Clark’s and happily discovered the epic transcontinental explora- Wired Humanities Projects, Swift Road, Bend. nurse was every bit as ribald, tion, other nations aggressively University of Oregon explores comic and tragic a character I n f o r m a t i o n : w w w. d e pursued their imperial ambi- what we can learn from the as any novelist could hope schuteslibrary.org tions in the Far West. Learn little earliest map makers.
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Sunriver Service District October meeting summary public safety The Sunriver Service District held its regular meeting Oct. 16. Board members present: Ron Angell, Debra Baker, Mike Gocke, Mark Murray. Absent: Greg Keller. Staff present: Art Hatch, Marc Mills. Jeff Ruthardt, SRFD captain, presented a plaque of appreciation to Lee Schaefer for his years of volunteer photography and videography services to the fire department. Public input -None. Financial report As of Sept. 30, 2014 (unaudited) Resources……… 2,386,060 Requirements…......979,977 Police wages & benefits…………...314,383 Police materials & services……………..62,908 Fire wages & benefits……………483,983 Fire materials & services……………..52,944 Bike Patrol…………41,920 Non-departmental…23,835 Board actions -Approved the minutes of the Sept. 18 regular and special meetings.
CITIZEN PATROL September 2014
House Checks: Traffic Control: Hazards Identified: Special Projects: Public Assistance: Patrol Hours:
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-Approved payment of $15,492 to SROA for administrative and vehicle maintenance services rendered in September and rent of space for police and fire. -Approved payment of $5,294 for annual testing of hoses and ladders. -Approved the monthly meeting schedule for 2015. -Approved the board’s task calendar for 2015. -Reviewed potential dates for the annual meeting with the Board of Deschutes County Commissioners. -Approved renewing Mike Gocke’s term on the district’s budget committee. -Reviewed the Board of County Commissioner’s acceptance of the revised management agreement. -Discussed the district’s personnel policy and proposed possible revisions. -Approved the Sept. 30 financial statement. -Discussed new Public Employee Retirement System rates that will take effect July 1, 2015. Overall, the district’s PERS rates will increase about 9 percent -Discussed SROA activities that might impact the district including access to SHARC and requests for a new pathway along Fort Rock Road. - Discussed a proposed reorganization of the fire department. Chief Hatch said he was studying various operational models with a goal of making more efficient use of the department’s existing 12 full-time employees. He said he would have specifics for discussion at future meetings.
Chiefs’ reports Police: -In September the Sunriver Police Department conducted 92 investigations, made 10 arrests, 168 traffic stops, issued 91 verbal warning, 44 written warnings and 12 traffic citations provided 466 assists; issued 33 notices of violations of Sunriver Rules & Regulations and 77 notices of pathway violations. -Bike Patrol concluded Sept. 7. -Officers completed training in spike strips and interacting with people with dementia. -Two officers are nearing completion of training academy participation and are scheduled to graduate in November. -Office manager Michelle Miller received an AA degree. -All Citizen Patrol volunteers have been fingerprinted in compliance with federal requirements regarding security
of police operations. Fire: -The Sunriver Fire Department responded to 41 incidents in September including 24 emergency medical service calls, one motor vehicle accident with injuries, three brush fires, eight public service calls, two good intent calls, and four false alarms. -A Sunriver crew assisted with a structure fire in La Pine. -The department received a letter from Bend Fire Department thanking them for covering a station while the Bend crew was responding to several calls. -The department is applying for a matching grant of up to $3,000 from the Special Districts Association of Oregon. The grant would be used to equip the mass casualty trailer with stored air for recharging firefighter’s self-contained breathing devices. -A Sunriver fire crew traveled
to Salem for live fire training at the Department of Public Safety, Standards and Training. -Planning is underway for a tabletop emergency operations drill which probably will be held early in the new year. -Chief Hatch will attend the Oct. 22 meeting of the Oregon Fire Chiefs Association to learn about adjustments in insurance rates. -Sunriver firefighters provided set up and take down services at the Sunriver Music Festival’s annual meeting. The meeting adjourned at 4:05 p.m. to executive session. The next meeting of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board is set for 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13 at the Sunriver Fire Station Training Room, 57475 Abbot Drive. Approved meeting minutes are posted, as available, at www. sunriversd.org
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Q: Is Ebola a threat? How does the Sunriver Fire Department prepare for potential disease Q: More than 842,000 acres outbreaks in the local population and what burned in Oregon during the should citizens do to keep safe? 2014 fire season, a bad year, A: There is no information available but not the worst. How did that indicates the Ebola virus presents an the Sunriver-area fare this fire immediate threat to Sunriver or Central season? Oregon. We do have guidelines in place in A: There were six declared Chief Art Hatch the Emergency Operations Plan to deal conflagrations this year – the with health and medical incidents of that second highest on record. The good news is that, type that could affect residents or emergency although the estimated cost of the mobilization responders. In addition, we’ve been in contact of structural resources is $2.7 million, more with the Centers for Disease Control and have than $525 million in threatened property value its specific guidelines and recommendations was preserved in those efforts. That is $190 in for EMS personnel. We’re evaluating those property saved for every $1 dollar spent. recommendations to determine what, if any, Sunriver was not directly affected by any of the additional personal protective equipment large fires across the state, however, Sunriver Fire we might need or what, if any, changes we Department personnel did respond to the Two need to make in our procedures; that would Bulls Fire northwest of Bend in June. We re- include any training that any such changes ceived our share of smoke from some nearby fires may require. Our goal is to be as prepared as but the community itself was never in danger. possible for even unlikely events.
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Members of the greater Sunriver community are invited to a fundraiser buffet dinner at HOLA! restaurant on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 5-8 p.m. Proceeds from the event will benefit charity projects of the Sunriver Police and Fire departments. The Sunriver Fire Department is raising funds to help the family of a former Sunriver firefighter who died of cystic fibrosis. Daniel Myer passed Sept. 21 at age 35, leaving behind a wife and 5-year-old son. Myer grew up in Redmond and was a reserve Sunriver firefighter early in his career. He earned a bachelor’s degree from University of Portland and a paramedic degree from Central Oregon Community College and worked with Redmond
officer Evan Kennedy has participated in the tour by riding his bike 250-miles through New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Maryland, ending in Washington D.C. at the National Law Enforcement Memorial during National Police Week. The fundraiser is billed as “a night of food, refreshments and fun.” The $15 per person Former Sunriver reserve firefighter Daniel Myer died of admission includes a buffet cystic fibrosis Sept. 21, leaving line with carne asada, shredded behind his wife, Jessica, and pork, and chicken, rice, beans, 5-year-old son Jackson. tortillas, chips and salsa. There Fire & Rescue until the lung will be drink specials including $5 margaritas. Sunriver police disease forced him to retire. The Sunriver Police Depart- officers and firefighters will buss ment is raising funds to support the tables, serve water, drinks the Police Unity Tour whose and work the crowd. HOLA! restaurant is locatpurpose is to raise awareness of law enforcement officers who ed at 57235 River Road in died in the line of duty. For the Sunriver. Information: 541past two years, Sunriver police 593-8622 or 541-593-1014. SUNRIVER SCENE •
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SUNRIVER POLICE LOG Selected log entries from the Sunriver Police - September 2014 SCMC = St. Charles Medical Center R&Rs = Rules & Regulations RP = Reporting Person GOA = Gone On Arrival UTL = Unable To Locate DUII = Driving Under Influence of Intoxicants SBC = Settled By Contact DOA = Dead On Arrival BAC = Blood Alcohol Content
DCJ = Deschutes County Jail SFST = Standardized Field Sobriety Test DCSO = Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office SFD = Sunriver Fire Department OSP = Oregon State Police MVA = Motor Vehicle Accident DWS = Driving While Suspended BOLO = Be On the Look Out
9/1 – Medical call at nature center. Subject transported to SCMC. 9/2 – Traffic stop conducted on a wrong way driver at Beaver and Abbot. Driver admitted to consuming alcohol and failed SFST. He was arrested for DUII. 9/4 - Welfare check request for a female walking on Cottonwood Road late at night. Upon contacting her, officer discovered she had a felony warrant for her arrest. She was transported to DCJ. 9/4 – Conducted a traffic stop for multiple violations. The passenger left on foot but was later arrested on a felony warrant. 9/4 – Report of a charcoal fire at a Pole House. Officer confirmed that subject was about to start grilling. SROA rules were explained and subject agreed to douse the coals and use the propane grill instead. SRFD also assisted at scene.
Search and rescue crews save goose hunter, find lost children By Deputy Russell Stanage, Assistant SAR Operations Manager Saturday, Oct. 11 proved to be a busy day for Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue staff and volunteers. At approximately 3 p.m., a call was received regarding an adult male stranded in the water approximately 200 yards from shore at Crane Prairie Reservoir. An investigation later revealed that the subject had shot a goose and attempted to retrieve it by swimming after it. The subject was clinging to a tree in the water and was unable to swim back to the shore.
Citizens on scene, three deputies and a Forest Service law enforcement officer utilized two boats and successfully rescued the subject at 4:30 p.m. and transported him to La Pine paramedics who were waiting at the Rock Creek boat ramp. Medics subsequently transported the subject to St. Charles in Bend for treatment of hypothermia. The sheriff’s office gave special thanks to Steven Jones of Bend and Patrick Schatz, the owner of Crane Prairie Resort, for their help in the Crane Prairie Reservoir rescue. “The quick response of Jones and Schatz, and the use of their personal boats, were crit-
9/5 – Officer observed vehicle traveling well over the posted limit all the while needlessly honking the horn. Vehicle was stopped and officer’s observation determined probable cause for DUII. The driver refused SFSTs and was arrested. The vehicle was towed. 9/7 – Report of loud subjects at lodge condo. Lodge personnel had already contacted them, encountering some resistance, but they started to leave upon officer’s arrival. The head renter of the condo was contacted and advised of Sunriver Rules and Regulations and told that there was no reason for rudeness to the lodge staff. 9/9 – Report of dead deer on Oakmont Lane. SROA public works called to remove the carcass.
9/11 – Officer assisted DCSO with a juvenile call at home on Jacinto Drive. Officers advised that two juveniles were shooting squirrels and other wildlife with BB guns. The kids and a parent were contacted and informed of the relevant laws and consequences. The parent relieved the kids of their BB guns. 9/11 – Sunriver officers responded to the La Pine area to assist DCSO and OSP units who were in pursuit of a vehicle. A high-risk stop had already occurred upon our arrival. The operator of the vehicle was found to be suffering from a diabetic episode. 9/12 – Report of individual taking wood from circle 9 area. Contact was made and officer determined that the wood was being taken unlawfully. Subject was told that he was committing theft. He seemed unaware that this was a crime and agreed to put the wood back.
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9/13 – Bicycle accident at circle 4 and West Cascade Road. Female rider was transported to SCMC. 9/14 – Driver who had been stopped for speeding was asked why he was driving so fast. Driver’s passenger had a medical issue. EMTs were dispatched and transported passenger to SCMC. Driver was given a verbal warning. 9/14 – Establishment on Beaver Drive reported three male subjects trying to purchase alcoholic beverages with fake IDs. The RP declined to serve them and they left after a brief argument. They were located at another nearby business after they had already been served. They agreed to show their IDs, which were found to be genuine. 9/16 – RP on Mashie Lane reported a bat in the rafters. There was no way to get to it for removal. RP will call pest control in the morning. 9/20 – Complaint of ongoing barking dog problem on Dogleg Lane. Owner was contacted by phone and advised to put his dog inside ASAP or else. 9/20 – Report of tree theft on Fir Cone Lane. The three-foot blue spruce had been dug up sometime after Labor Day. 9/21 – Assist to USFS. Contacted subject who was selling jerky, berries and other items out of the back of his truck. He has been banned from selling his items on all county and forest service land and is hostile to law enforcement. 9/22 – Report of vehicles parked at Lake Penhollow and strange people walking with small animals up onto the hillside. Officer discovered that the group had been issued a special permit valid until December. The 20 Below Group will be walking their small dogs there on Mondays and Tuesdays, but will soon be changing their treks to the river trail. SUNRIVER SCENE •
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Sunriver resident Lee Schaefer was acknowledged Oct. 16 for his many years of volunteer service taking pictures and videos that were made into public safety messages for the Sunriver Fire Department. Schaefer, a retired professional sports photographer and videographer, also edited the videos that have been shown on local community access cable TV and more recently, posted to the Sunriver Service District's website. He accepted the award from Jeff Ruthardt, Captain of the Sunriver Fire Department, with his wife Lynne Schaefer.
9/5 – Guest was inadvertently locked inside Mary McCallum Park at 9 p.m. Officer to the rescue.
9/11 – Report of suspicious circumstances at home on Rager Mtn. Lane. The homeowner stated that someone had been in the house while he was away. Nothing was stolen but things were out of place. When asked if anyone else had access to house, he stated that his ex-wife did. He said he would change the locks on the doors and the security code.
ical to the life saving efforts,” the DSCO said in a media release. Also on Oct. 11, Deschutes County 911 received several calls involving lost subjects throughout Deschutes County. During these calls members of Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue were deployed or put on standby. At 10 a.m., a citizen reported her 3-year-old child had gone missing from a house on Northeast Rosemary Drive. Officers with the Bend Police Department found the child in the garage at 10:25 a.m. At 1:09 p.m., a call was re-
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Sunriver Pets: Watch out for traps Single vehicle fatal crash on Paulina Lake Road By Dr. Wendy Merideth Trapping furbearing mammals is allowed in Oregon. Species for which trapping is permitted include bobcat, beaver, fox, marten, muskrat, raccoon, river otter, badger, coyote, nutria, opossum, cupine, spotted skunk, porcupine, striped skunk, and weasel. Most trapping occurs during the winter months. However trappers are allowed to trap for s o m e species year-round. Oregon state law requires that all trappers born after June 30, 1968 and all first-time Oregon trappers complete an approved trapper education course and pass a written test. Trapping is allowed on national forest service land. Therefore care should be taken when hiking in these areas with your dogs. No traps may be set on state or federal lands within 50 feet of any public trail, 300 feet of any public trailhead, or within 300 feet of any public campground or picnic area.
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We occasionally see dogs for injuries related to stepping on one of these traps. If your dog gets caught in a trap, be very careful when approaching him. Scared and painful animals bite, even trusted, loving companions sev of many years. There are several videos online that demonstrate how to release these traps. We encourage you to eded ucate youryour self regarding how to release the multiple different types of traps. Most have a set of springs that, when compressed, release the tension on the animal. All traps and snares must be legibly marked and branded with the owner’s license number, except those set by any person upon land they own. It is illegal to disturb or remove traps and snares of a licensed trapper while that person is trapping on public land. However, if the trap has been set in an illegal location, please report Turn to Traps, page 34
By Sgt. Mark Eggert, Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office A La Pine man was killed in a single vehicle crash on Paulina Lake Road the morning of Oct. 14. Emergency crews responded at 7:22 a.m. to Paulina Lake Road near mile post 10 to a report of an adult male lying along the roadway with injuries. Law enforcement personnel and paramedics provided medical assistance to the victim upon arrival. The victim was transported to St. Charles Hospital Bend by AirLink helicopter, where he died of his injuries. A
vehicle belonging to the victim was located a short distance from where he was found. The investigation determined the victim, 29-year old Nickolas Hurlbut, was driving his vehicle westbound on Paulina Lake Road near mile post 10. Hurlbut failed to negotiate a turn. The vehicle, a 2008 Hyundai Tiburon, went off the roadway and became airborne for a short distance, then came to rest upside down in an embankment. Hurlbut was able to walk approximately ¾-of-a-mile from the crash scene toward La
Pine where a passing motorist discovered him and called 911 to report the incident. Hurlbut was the only occupant of the vehicle and no others were injured in the crash. Paulina Lake Road was closed for approximately three hours during investigation of the accident. Speed appears to be a factor in the vehicle crash. Hurlbut was not wearing a seatbelt. The crash was under investigation, pending toxicology results, according to a statement from the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office.
Scam alert regarding court appearances October 15, 2014 – Deschutes County residents are reporting that they are receiving emails, which include a claim that the recipient is to appear in court. The emails include an attachment,
purported to be a court notice. These emails are a scam. Please disregard and delete this email and do not open the attachment. Experts recommend that if you have opened this, or other
scam email, you should immediately run virus security software. One of the emails received by a Deschutes County resident was in substantially the following form:
From: mail118@accidentlawyers505.com To: johndoe@sunrivermail.com Subject: Notice of appearance Date: Tue, 14 Oct 2014 Notice to Appear, The copy of the court notice is attached to this letter. Please, read it thoroughly. Truly yours, Patricia Tailor Clerk to the Court, Patricia Tailor
Source: Jeff Hall, Trial Court Administrator, Deschutes County Circuit Court, 541-317-4780
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Sophie Sheppard wins the 30th annual Earle A. Chiles Award ing solutions are exemplary,” The award will be preWhitelaw said. “She has sented at the Earle A. Chiles inspired so many people Award banquet in Portland through her words, actions on Dec. 2. The Earl Chiles Award is a $15,000 cash prize presented annually by the High Desert Museum. The award recognizes an individual for either accomplishments in promoting thoughtful management of the High Desert region’s natural and cultural resources, or for the resolution of conflicts involving these resources. The Chiles Award was established in 1983 in honor of Earle A. Chiles, Oregonian, businessman and philanthropist. It is funded by the Chiles Foundation and Sophie Sheppard art work, ‘First Frost.’ administered by the High serves on the Chiles Award and paintings. She lives, Desert Museum. The Chiles Committee. “Sophie’s com- breathes and dreams of a award committee reviews mitment to the environment healthier desert. Her work nominations from museum and her collaborative ap- embodies the spirit and mis- trustees, peer institutions and the public. proach to sustainable ranch- sion of the Chiles Award.” working with both the Nevada and California legislatures. Dr. Dana Whitelaw, High Desert Museum President,
The High Desert Museum’s Chiles Award Committee has selected Sophie Sheppard, a third-generation Great Basin painter, essayist, farmer and environmental activist, as the 30th annual Earle A. Chiles Award winner. The $15,000 cash award, funded by the Chiles Foundation, honors Sheppard’s environmental stewardship and artistic interpretation of the High Desert. During four decades of creative work, she has brought the unique beauty of the region to diverse groups and has helped raise awareness of the natural resources of the Great Basin. Sheppard lives, paints and farms in Surprise Valley, California. She developed one of the first conservation easements in Modoc County, initiated the first Hi-Tunnel greenhouse projects and has had far-reaching success
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OSU-Cascades hires computer scientist to lead degree The recently approved computer science degree at Oregon State University - Cascades has gained its first full time faculty member, computer scientist Marc Rubin. The designated lead of the degree program, Rubin will help guide the program’s vision and growth, including its extension to freshman and sophomore course offerings beginning in 2015. He will also teach computer science courses, including courses in computer architecture, operating systems, software engineering, algorithms, data mining, web applications,
embedded systems, data structures and introductory programming. Rubin’s ubin’s technical research has included looking at new methods of wirelessly monitoring and automatically detecting snow avalanches. His work focuses on applying wireless cyber-physical systems to geohazard monitoring. Rubin earned a doctorate from the Colorado School of
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Mines in 2014 where he was a fellow in the National Science Foundation’s prestigious IG IGERT program, whic which focused on interdisciinterdisci plinary and apap plied research. As a fellow, fello he worked within SmartGeo, a program that developed intelligent geosystems for structures such as earth dams and levees. Rubin has won awards from the NSF IGERT, the Association for Computing Machinery and the American Avalanche Association. He received a B.A. in psychology from Colorado College in 2005 and an M.S. in computer science from University of Tennessee in 2009. The computer science degree at OSU-Cascades was creat-
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story filled with compelling characters,” Leveen said. “I love doing the historical research. I’m fascinated about how people lived in different times, what their experiences were like.” The story for her most recent book came to Leveen by accident. She was struggling with another novel that wasn’t coming together when the title “Juliet’s Nurse” made its way into her head. That set her to studying Romeo and Juliet — a play she had not read since high school. “In the nurse’s first scene we hear this amazing backstory: She had a daughter who was born the same day as Juliet but died. What was it like to lose one child, and then immediately take comfort in caring for another?” Leveen wondered. Asking, and answering, that question served as the inspiration for her intriguing journey into this parallel history of Romeo Deschutes Public libraries continues its fall series of free, hands- and Juliet. on computer classes for adults in November. The formal classes Leveen is a novelist, poet, offered at the Downtown Bend, East Bend, Redmond, Sisters, educator and historian. She and Sunriver libraries introduce users to computers, the Internet, earned degrees in history email, and digital books. and literature from Harvard, Attendees can explore word-processing and spreadsheet software, the University of Southern learn how to effectively search the Internet, create and become California and the University comfortable using their own email account, and become more of California at Los Angeles. adept at accessing the library’s vast collection of e-books. Her work has appeared in A complete schedule of fall classes is available at your local library. numerous literary and scholClasses are free and class size is limited, so the library urges those arly journals, such as The who are interested to make their reservations as soon as possible. New York Times, The Los Sign up online at www.deschuteslibrary.org or in person at the Angeles Review of Books, reference desk at your local library or call to make reservations at Chicago Tribune, Huffing617-7050. ton Post, Bitch magazine, The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic and on NPR. Leveen gives talks about writing and history at universities, museums and libraries around the United States. Information: www.de schuteslibrary.org. People with disabilities needing accommodations (alternative formats, seating or auxiliary aides) should contact Tina at 541-312-1034.
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Pickleball fun at Fort Rock Park this summer By Anita Lohman The Sunriver Pickleball Club had a wonderful season on the six-court complex at Fort Rock Park, with many of the members playing consistently from May through October on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. The club gave free lessons to new players on certain Saturdays throughout the
is now on the map of destination resorts offering this popular amenity thanks to the Sunriver Owners Association Board of Directors voting to convert tennis courts to pickleball courts. Not only have the number of pickleball players increased, they are playing at more skilled levels, making the games more fun and challenging.
participated in the mixed doubles, eight in both the men’s and women’s doubles. Mixed doubles champions were Vera and Joe Davidson, who beat Al and
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and watch. All participants had a good time. Next year the Sunriver Pickleball Club hopes to schedule the tournament in
Doug Westley, Al Skoglund
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summer, and coached new club players on any given play day. As a result, the club grew to more than 140 members, up from 80 last season. All summer long, joggers, dog walkers and bikers stopped to observe the games, ask questions, or actually came on the courts to play. The growth that was predicted for this sport has been occurring not only here in Sunriver, but also in Central Oregon and in the Willamette Valley. Sunriver
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August so that more members can participate. The club will also explore inter-club play dates with other Central Oregon clubs.
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Sunriver Mens Golf: ABC – Aces, Banquet and Changes By Paul J. Grieco due to the terrain of the hole, Pat Echanis, new SRMGC cut just above eye-level. member, aced the Woodland’s Echanis said three members par 3 12th hole on Oct. 8. of his foursome hit the green, He was naturally excited by but only two balls were visible the rare occurrence when they arrived and having just won there. His heart a closest-to-the pin skipped a happy (aka KP) prize of $5. beat when they What Echanis didn’t found Echanis’s realize was that he had ball in the cup, also won the $750 toconfirmed by his playing partners tal prize money that Paul J. Grieco Gr e g C o t t o n , is awarded to holesDon Olson and in-one during official men’s club events during any Charles Wellnitz. Kudos to Pat, especially season. In the unlikely event that someone else duplicates considering the chances of an his feat and shares the pot in amateur hitting a hole-in-one Golf is so popular simply because it is the best game in the world at which to be bad. ~ A.A. Milne, author and playwright
the waning weeks of the 2014 official season, the money is all his. Echanis graciously celebrated his good fortune by buying club members a round of their favorite beverages at McDivot’s, the Woodland’s pub. This was Echanis’s second ace in two years, and both were remarkably similar. For his first ace scored at Prineville’s Meadow Lakes in 2012 he used a 7 iron from 129 yards. For his Woodland’s ace, Echanis used the same club, only this time from 128 yards. He couldn’t see the ball going into the hole
is about 1 in 13,000 – which helps explain why the last official SRMGC ace was 5 years ago. Doings at the annual banquet Nearly 50 members and guests attended the 2014 yearend annual banquet held at the Crosswater Grille. The event was a combination business meeting, awards celebration, raffle and auction, with great food, camaraderie and good will abounding. Three board members were nominated for office and voted in for the next two years.
Outgoing president Robert Hill officiated as the assembled members confirmed and welcomed incoming president Don Larson and re-confirmed secretary Paul Grieco. Don Wright was nominated and elected to replace Mr. Larson as VP. The remaining elected member of the board, Scott Brown, was voted in for another term. President Hill, who is moving to Washington state permanently was given a keepsake sculpture as a departing thank-you gift, attesting to his hard work during his tenure. Tr o p h i e s a n d plaques were awarded to various champions and money leaders, most of who were announced in this column in previous issues. Additional winners include: Most Improved overall and in Flight 2: Mike Dooley (GHIN greatest percentage improvement from 14.1 to 9.7 during the season); Flight 1, Scott Brown (6.5 to 4.6); Flight 3: Pat Echanis (22.5 to 18.7). The 18-Hole Challenge champion in Gross competition was Grant Seegraves, followed by Dan Frantz, Robert Hill, Don Olson and Scott Brown. The 18-Hole Challenge Net
Above: Outgoing president Hill accepting his appreciation keepsake. Left: A smiling Pat Echanis, happy about his prizewinning ace.
competition champion was Tim Sweezey, followed by Robert Hill, Don Wright, Don Larson and Charlie Wellnitz. Leading money winner, by virtue of his late-season ace is likely to be (unless another ace is holed) Pat Echanis, followed by Robert Hill, Tim Sweezey, Lyndon Blackwell, Scott Brown, Greg Cotton and Charlie Wellnitz. Treasurer Scott Brown announced that there were 77 money winners this year (out of 109 members), with almost 50 percent of the winners tak-
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ing home over $100, following the pattern of the last two seasons. Brown said that the number of rounds played by members during official play dates increased by 12 percent over 2013, with just over 800 rounds posted last year compared to just over 900 this year. The raffle and auction that followed were successful because of the largesse and contributions of various vendors and supporters, chief among them the Sunriver Resort which contributed several items of golf clothing and equipment Turn to Golf, page 37
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at cost or gratis, the latter including three rounds of foursomes at Crosswater and two rounds of twosomes at Bend Country Club. These golf rounds were auctioned for a combined $1,000 which goes into SRMGC coffers and will be returned to members in the form of hosted lunches, subsidized banquet costs, subsidized Resort Cup fees and absorbing increases in OGA fees, a long-running service provided by the men’s golf club. SRMGC is also grateful to other loyal supporters for providing raffle prizes: Pro Golf of Bend for contributing two vouchers for simulator use during the winter, Sunriver’s own Marcello’s Italian Restaurant for providing two dinner vouchers, and the Sunriver Brewing Company for providing a dinner voucher. Changes in playing times and format For the past six years the Sunriver Men’s and Women’s Golf Clubs have become comfortable with shotgun starts on Wednesdays. Shotgun starts are typically employed when there is a large number of players, and all foursomes tee off at the same time on different holes (i.e. not necessarily starting on hole number 1) until all 18 holes are played (i.e. starting on hole 6 means you finish on hole 5), monopolizing the course for several hours, before resort guests or the public players begin their rounds on the first tee. A sufficient number of players are required to fill the course for an efficient shotgun start, with a minimum of 80 players being somewhat efficient, 100 being very efficient and, while 120 players may optimize the use of the course, an individual player is then faced with a 5 or more hour round, often resulting in an unpleasant golf experience. Managers of a golf facility wish to fill the number of hours that
a course is available, maximizing revenue while at the same time providing an enjoyable golf experience. Thus, Josh Willis, director of golf operations at the Resort met with representatives of the men’s and women’s golf boards in mid-October to discuss ways we may change the “menu” to everyone’s mutual benefit, especially because shotgun starts involving the Men’s and Women’s Clubs have proven to be inefficient lately due to two major factors: the two clubs don’t have enough players to efficiently utilize a course during most shotgun starts, and the Resort has gotten increasingly more busy with public, Resort guest, and corporate play to the point where men’s and women’s club play competes with these others. The results of these menu changes are not set in stone yet, but the direction is clear. Willis has accommodated the clubs by still allowing several dates that each club considers important to remain as shotguns, while most official play dates will move to consecutive tee time starts. One major change is that the 9-Hole women’s group will move to Tuesdays (they typically played on the opposite course to the 18-Hole groups), men’s club will employ tee times on Wednesdays, and women’s club on Thursdays (the days were determined by coin toss for 2015 only). Last but not least are annual member rates, which have yet to be determined. Willis stated that rates will certainly increase for several reasons: 1. The market has improved considerably with the resort golf courses busier than ever. 2. Sunriver is the best deal anywhere locally at its current rates. 3. The resort needs to achieve a balance between the stable rates enjoyed for several years by members with the increasing demand to play its courses and the improvements that have been made and will be made. Future planned improvements
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By Sid Caba Sunriver Women Nine-Holers met at SHARC Sept. 15 to review their 2014 golf season and to plan for next year. The meeting included a lunch prepared by the Sunriver Brewing Company. First on the agenda was a discussion about the new format of the recently held Couples Golf Tournament created by Vicki Doerfler. Fewest putts won the tournament and, in case of a tie, the final golf score was the decider. Winners were Irene Fiet and Norm; second place – Jeanne Thorn and Arlie; third place – Ray Bergin and Hannes. Dinner at McDivots ended the popular event. Everyone agreed it was lots of fun and will be repeated next fall. Many thanks were given to the gals who keep everything running well: Bonnie Sperbeck and Harriet Yandt who enter scores, Vicki Doerfler who organizes the pairings each week, Kathy Wrightson who manages the membership, and Marilyn Murphy and Harriet for coordinating the weekly
The last results available 77 - Norem, Bell ($7 each) from the Sunriver Women’s 67 - Cloud, Blind Draw Golf Association were for the ($6 each) 2-Person Team Stableford 65 - Woischke, Hennessy event staged Sept. 3 at the ($5 each) Woodlands golf course. Flight 3: The goal was to have the 68 - Smith, J., Lohman highest team score. Points were awarded as follows: 1 point net bogey, 2 points net par, 3 points net birdie, etc. The team score was the sum of the two Stableford totals. Flight 1: 74 - Carver, Nevin ($7 each) 72 - Cotton, Brown ($6 each) 65 - Condy, Linville ($5 each) Flight 2:
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Sunriver Women’s Nine-Hole Golf games. Money was given to weekly games winners with top money going to Jo Sullivan. Birdie pins were earned by Ray Bergin and Kathy Wrightson. No one was honored with the “Most Improved Golfer” trophy this year, as a new rule requires at least a two-stroke handicap decrease. Better luck next year. Marlys Lysaker, a tried and true golfer, played the most games this season and was rewarded with two etched wine glasses. A raffle for golf balls was held and winners were LaRayne Hutchins, Bonnie Sperbeck, Marlys Lysaker and Irene Fiet. A decision was made to not have a holiday party this year. Instead, the Nine-Holers will gather for a “kick-off ” party next May. Anyone interested in playing with the Nine-Holers in 2015 may contact Kathy Wrightson, 541-593-6135. Cost for membership is $53 if paid before Feb. 15. and $58 if paid later. Players must have an established handicap to join.
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include: All new greens on the Meadows in 2015, and new bunkers planned at the Meadows in 2016 (greensides) and 2017 (fairways). Willis indicated that there are likely to be multiple annual pass options for members in order to provide various price points to match player’s budgets with their playing needs. This is being considered, as Willis said, “…with the goal in mind that we do not lose a single member.” More will be reported here as further explanations of rates and schedules become available.
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SHOULD YOU BE COLLECTING AND REMITTING ROOM TAX? If you are renting your property for less than thirty days at a time, you should be! Is your property located in unincorporated Deschutes County? In a vacation rental program only part of the time? If so, as a homeowner you are responsible for collecting and remitting transient room tax. For information, please contact the
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Letters from Readers
commentary WAC whacks weeds
our radar each year that WAC pulls in Sunriver. By Dave Hennessy, Sunriver Our thanks go out to SROA staff for their assistance. We look forward to more The Weed Abatement Corps (WAC) has completed its first year of pulling years of pulling fewer and fewer weeds in noxious and obnoxious weeds throughout Sunriver. Editor’s note: Dave Hennessy is the Sunriver. WAC teams have been pulling WAC Weed Master. since late spring and, according to our records, recorded more than 233 hours in the field pulling knapweed, thistles and mullein. This number is conservative as we SHARC attack painful suspect a good many hours spent pulling By Judy Moore, Sunriver and Portland weeds were not reported back to our information center. The hours committed to We purchased our home on Backwoods WOW Day are not included in our total Lane Sept. 1, 2001. In spite of the bad hours of weed pulling. timing, we proceeded with all the repairs Included in the hour totals were two ma- and additions needed to improve this jor pulling efforts focused on mullein and home: roof, siding, decks and the addithistles in the Great Meadow west of the tion of a big front porch. This house was airport. On Sept. 17, 13 pullers worked purchased as a family vacation home and for 36 hours. On Oct. 2, nine pullers put we enjoyed swimming in the South Pool in 18.5 hours of volunteer effort. every summer and tennis at the courts on Our success in the meadow was greatly East Meadow Road. enhanced by assistance from the SROA We attended a couple of meetings here Environmental and Public Works de- in the Portland area about SHARC. We partments. Patti Gentiluomo, SROA wanted to save the South Pool but were Environmental Director, was with us out-numbered with votes to save only the pulling and digging every step of the way. newer North pool, which was encouraged The Public Works Department picked up by the leaders of the meeting we attended. and disposed of the many bags and piles The South Pool area is now owned by the of mullein. The Meadow skyline is now Lodge. We see the North pool will now be void of mullein stalks and has a new and for homeowners only, but you will still have pleasing look. The effort was well worth to pay the $50 per family member to use it. the time and energy spent and will be on On January 20, 2012 we paid $4,258 to
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From the GUEST Editor’s Desk: SHARC builds friendships
Here we are… another year almost over and the same front desk staff has made it through three summers at SHARC. Thank you for your patience during our busy summer days. The summer crowds can be a bit much at times, but we enjoy the challenge of providing our vacationing owners and guests with information about all that Sunriver has to offer to ensure they have a good visit. It is nice to see people vacationing in our beautiful community. During busy summer days we see glimpses of homeowners under their sun hats holding hands with their grandchildren as they come into SHARC for a day of swimming. We happily exchange pleasantries with owners as they head to the private side of SHARC for a workout or a card game in the living room. It is nice to see owners playing and enjoying the facility. SHARC has become a natural gathering place in Sunriver and the front desk is a prime spot for encounters with people from all walks of life, dynamic information exchanges and getting-to-know-you sessions. The friendships we have with homeowners and returning guests seem to grow every year. At the front desk we hear stories about the best fishing, hiking and biking spots; updates about kids, pets and sports and, of course, the weather, which is always a popular topic. Homeowners share so much with us and, in return, they care so much about our own famiSUNRIVER SCENE •
the Sunriver Homeowners Association to build SHARC. In the past, we could walk to the south pool and buy our yearly passes for a small amount and use the pool every day without paying extra. Now, no pool. We older people, with friends, would grab our tennis rackets and head for the courts on East Meadow Road. Now they have big ugly locks. (Very embarrassing for us and our guests). SHARC may be fine if you have income property or stay all year, but it is a huge disappointment for our $4,258 investment. Our youngest son paid the $200 for his family of four in 2013 to use SHARC. They have not paid this for 2014. He said it just wasn’t worth it. So, for our $4,258 payment, we get locked out of everything. We don’t recall the rates or the locks on all the tennis courts being discussed at the pre-meetings about SHARC. We asked for a list of what our monthly dues (we pay up-front yearly amount of $1,252.92) pays for and, under Number 8 Recreation: Operates the North Pool, SHARC building, tennis courts, yearround recreation programs for all ages, and after-school programs at Three Rivers School. According to their website, if you rent from the Sunriver Lodge you can use SHARC for $6.
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lies. We have laughed with many owners and these are our favorite moments. We’ve also shared tears and hugs with owners during hard times. It has been an emotional year a t S H A RC w i t h the loss of friends in our community, workplace and in our own families to cancer. We all seem to know someone battling this horrible disease. Being able to talk about life’s difficulties is at least as important as celebrating the successes. SHARC front desk staff includes: Front, Sean Lawson. Back, left to right: We have learned Amanda Harter, Corina Seamons, Kimberly Daggett, Meghan Dobbins, Maria Dunigan, Christl Johnson together to be stronger. I have come to realize how important it is for individuals, on a part time basis, walks in and picks up a myself included, being able to share worries conversation where it left off from the last time and concerns. It is healing to be heard, and to they visited. SHARC is a very rewarding place know that people remember enough to inquire to work, where everyone walking in the door how things are going the next time they meet. is your friend. Thank you to all the homeowners that share A true friendship is there during the good advice, knowledge and give us that really good days and the bad days. We are grateful that you laugh that makes our day. But, most importanttrust in us during all these times. We appreciate your returned friendship by listening to our ly, thank you for being so kind to all of us. We stories about our families and continuing to really appreciate your friendship. Cheers to all our friends for a healthy, happy ask about them. new year full of laughter and making good I love it when a homeowner returns from vacation, or a homeowner family that just visits memories. Page 39
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