Sunriver appears to be winning the battle of the bugs as mountain pine beetle and pine needle scale seem to be on the downward slide.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE Nature Center ............... 8 Calendar ..................... 13 SROA Board................ 26
Public Safety ............... 34 Commentary ............... 46 Classified .................... 47
The Deschutes Land Trust shares the best places to see the season’s leafy tree color changes hiking, driving or fishing
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OCTOBER • 2014
VOLUME XL • NUMBER 10
Tentative water rate agreement reached
By Brooke Snavely On Sept. 20, the Sunriver Owners Association Board of Directors adopted a resolution approving the essential terms of a proposed settlement to resolve Sunriver Water LLC’s rate proceeding before the Oregon Public Utility Commission (PUC). The essential terms were previously approved by Sunriver Water LLC and PUC staff. The board’s Sept. 20 resolution is contingent on the settlement being reduced to a written stipulation that is agreeable to SROA. If the proposed settlement receives final approval from all parties and is approved by PUC administrative law judge Michael Grant, water rates would increase by less than 10 percent as opposed to the more than 26 percent increase proposed by Sunriver Water in its February 2014 rate application submitted to the PUC. The new rates would take effect Jan. 1, 2015. Water storage expansion The rate increase would be primarily dedicated to funding the proposed addition of a 1.25 million gallon reservoir near Lake Penhollow to the company’s current 2.0 million gallon storage capacity. The tank is intended to provide emergency storage for fire protection Turn to Water, page 3
Oregon spotted frog now protected under ‘threatened’ status
With the help of Sunriver residents Jim and Jo Bergmann, and Jerry and Sharon Church from Eagle Crest, we prepared a home-cooked spaghetti dinner for the athletes and coaches. We also worked with SROA and hosted a reception at SHARC — with some 40 OSU alums and track fans from throughout Central Oregon. In 1988, OSU made the decision to eliminate both the men’s and women’s track and cross country programs.
On Aug. 28, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced its decision to extend protection to the Oregon spotted frog (Rana pretiosa) as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act. The species will be protected throughout its range, which extends from southwestern British Columbia through the Willamette Valley, and in the Cascades Range from south-central Washington to the Klamath Basin in Oregon. Oregon spotted frogs may be extinct in California and the Willamette Valley of Oregon. “This unique and highly aquatic frog was once common in the Pacific Northwest and its decline signals degradation in the health of natural areas that provide for people as well as fish and wildlife,” said Tom McDowell, the service’s Washington Fish and Wildlife office acting supervisor. “Our ongoing work with partners to conserve and restore Oregon spotted frog habitat means improvements to our land and water that will benefit many other species and provide for a healthy environment for future generations.” The frog is found in pockets of slower-moving waterways throughout Central Oregon. Approximately 219 acres of habitat lies within Sunriver’s boundaries and is home to the second largest population of spotted frogs in Deschutes County. It is unlikely that owners will be directly affected by the frog’s protected status. “Private landowners won’t be impacted unless they are trying to make
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Lava River Cave was closed early to start work on needed improvements, including the replacement the old metal staircase into the cave.
Lava River Cave entry, stairs being upgraded Lava River Cave closed three weeks ahead of schedule on Sept. 8 for repairs and replacement of the stair system leading into the mouth of the cave. The cave usually closes for the season Sept. 30. Segments of the walkway will be rerouted to avoid rock outcroppings and will be widened to allow visitors to
walk in both directions. The stairs and walkway farther inside the cave will not be replaced during this project. Repairing and improving all infrastructure inside the cave is part of the U.S. Forest Service’s long-term goals. Turn to Cave, page 3
Sunriver play host the OSU women’s cross country team By John Salzer For two weeks in September, folks in Sunriver kept seeing a group of women jogging, sprinting, and exercising throughout Sunriver. Who were they and what were they doing? It was the Oregon State University Women’s crosscountry team. They came to Sunriver to get in shape before school started and do some team building. I was a former runner at OSU myself and when we found out the ladies were coming, my wife Linda and I wanted to give them a nice Sunriver welcome. SUNRIVER SCENE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSN. VOLUME XL • NUMBER 10 P.O. BOX 3278 SUNRIVER, OR 97707
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Mavericks in foreclosure; likely to be sold
This photo of a great horned owlet by Sunriver area resident and Sunriver Scene staffer Susan Berger was chosen from 157 entries in the annual Midstate Electric calendar contest for the month of April. Midstate customers will receive a free copy of the 2015 calendar in their Ruralite magazine in the coming months.
United Way reception at Caldera Springs On Thursday, Oct. 23, Tom O’Shea, Managing Director of Sunriver Resort, and United Way of Deschutes County, are hosting a reception for Sunriver area residents at Caldera Springs clubhouse to celebrate Sunriver’s success in helping United Way make it’s goal. All residents interested in learning more about the 27 different agencies funded through United Way and how they might be able to help are cordially invited to attend. According to John Salzer, volunteer chairperson of Sunriver’s United Way campaign, the Sunriver area raised over $100,000 last year. Light refreshments and beverages will be served 5:30-7 p.m. Please RSVP to Gwenn Levine 541-389-6507.
and flow equalization during peak water use periods. Its proposed location near Lake Penhollow should also help address some water pressure issues in the north end of Sunriver.
rate it’s accounting from the accounting for its affiliates (SRLP and Sunriver Environmental, LLC) by preparing separate balance sheets, income statement and cash flow statements, which must be submitted to the PUC on a quarterly basis until Dec. 31, 2016, and annually thereafter.
Additional conditions The proposed settlement contains two additional conditions: • Sunriver Water is required to file a new affiliated interest agreement within 90 days of the final order approving stipulation of the settlement, and; • Sunriver Water must sepa-
Revised timeline On Sept. 23, the administrative law judge Michael Grant modified the schedule directing the parties to file the settlement with supporting testimony by Nov. 6. Information: http://apps. puc.state.or.us/edockets/dock et.asp?DocketID=18885
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At press time, the Scene learned that the Bank of the Cascades was seeking to foreclose on Mavericks at Sunriver, the fitness and aquatic facility on Cottonwood Road. The complaint, filed Aug. 1 in Deschutes County Circuit Court against the Sunriver Vacation Recreation Association LLC (SVRA), requests appointment of an independent receiver to manage the property and protect the bank’s interest until the lawsuit is resolved. The bank said it is owed $5.6 million and requested the property be sold to repay loans. A hearing on the request was scheduled Oct. 1 in circuit court in Bend. The SVRA includes Resort
Corrections
The September Sunriver Scene noted just one of three changes to the schedule for Sunriver Water LLC’s rate case currently under consideration by the Public Utility Commission of Oregon. The modified dates of future events in the rate case are: Sept. 25 – Staff and intervenor direct testimony due Oct. 9 – Company rebuttal testimony due Nov. 20 – Evidentiary hearing (if necessary) The Dec. 31 Order Due and Jan. 1, 2015 Tariff Suspension End dates remain consistent with the original schedule. Names of people depicted in a photo of Sunriver Art Faire volunteers were incorrect. The individuals shown from left to right were: Linda Porter, Sandy Young, Pat Knox and Judy Manos.
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ment in June after the SVRA defaulted on loan payments and property taxes. According to the Deschutes County Clerk’s Office, the group owes $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.
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October until May. While the cave is under construction, visitors are encouraged to explore other unique sites on Newberry National Volcanic Monument including Lava Cast Forest, Paulina Falls, Big Obsidian Flow and Paulina Peak. The Lava Lands Visitor Center will be open the first two weekends in October, then be closed for the season. For more information, call 541-383-5700.
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There are no plans to install any permanent lighting fixtures inside Lava River Cave. The cave will reopen in May 2015. The closure was planned to allow completion of the upgrades in September to avoid disturbing the sensitive bat population that hibernates in Lava River Cave typically from
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Stars to host Halloween party The Sunriver Stars Community Theater announces its first annual fundraiser, Halloween Hoot. The event will take place in SHARC’s Pringle Room, Oct. 29, 6-8 p.m. All are invited to come and party with the stars. Come in your own costume or choose one from the stars’ costume racks. There will be prizes for best costumes, ghostly games, silent auction, entertainment and food and beverages. “Now that we have been approved as a 501(c)(3) charity, we are ready to seek funding from our many supporters so that we not only can continue to provide entertainment to our fans, but can also purchase more and better lights, props, stage and sound system so we can become even better!” said Victoria Kristy, founder and artistic director. “It costs us a minimum of $1,500 to produce a show, and
our ticket sales just cannot fully support our productions and allow us to donate a percentage of our proceeds to local children’s programs as our mission provides. We hope that this event will be fun for all and will encourage our community to help us keep theater active in Sunriver and serve our local children. Our most recent show, ‘Midsummer Night’s Dream’ included 15 children in our cast — an opportunity for area youth whose drama program at Three Rivers School was discontinued several years ago due to budget cuts.” “They say that when you need help, first ask your friends. So we are hoping that fans of community theater will join us at SHARC to celebrate our first couple of years of bringing theater to Sunriver, and will help us continue bringing live entertainment to south county residents,” said Kristy.
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Oct. 18, 5:00 pm Valerie Geary will give a presentation on her new book “Crooked River.” Set in Central Oregon, this story will grab you from the first page and keep you involved as secrets are revealed and moves to a dramatic conclusion.
Oct. 25, 5:00 pm Peyton Marshall brings her flair for getting to the heart of the matter and memorable characters to her novel “Goodhouse.” This story will stay with you and the event is sure to be interesting.
Nov. 1, 5:00 pm Urban Waite presents “Sometimes The Wolf,” set in the foothills of the North Cascades and written with razor sharp prose. We are honored to present this talented author.
‘Murder’s in the Heir’ opens Oct. 24 at SHARC The Sunriver Stars Community Theater’s (SSCT) season opening play “Murder’s in the Heir” is a murder mystery production inspired by the board game “Clue.” The performance will be presented Oct. 24-26 at SHARC. This is a “who dun it?” that involves audience participation. Toward the end of the show, the audience will vote on the killer. The majority vote determines the ending, which could be different with each performance. Did the butler do it with the wrench, or did the cook do it with the knife? Or could it have been one of the other potential suspects and weapons? The audience will decide. “We expect this to be a lot of fun for the audience, as well as the cast and crew,” said Victoria Kristy, Sunriver Stars founder. “This will be the eighth production for our Sunriver family, and we are excited to continue
to grow and make each production better than the last.” Performances of “Murder’s in the Heir” are Friday, Oct. 24, 7 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 25 (dinner show, catered by Marcellos), 6 p.m.; and Sunday, Oct. 26, 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 for the Friday and Sunday performances, and $30 for the Saturday dinner show. Non-dinner show tickets are available from cast members, at SHARC or via email to dramama@comcast.net. Dinner show tickets are only available from Christine Coulter, 541706-1716, email christine@real torinhouse.com. Advance purchase recommend for all three shows, and 24 hours in advance for the dinner show. Information: www.sunriver stars.org Open auditions SSCT announces open auditions Monday, Oct. 27, 6 p.m.
at SHARC. SSCT will present a Readers’ Theater version of “A Fairy Tale Christmas Carol,” Nov. 21-23. Famous fairy tale characters take on all the roles of Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” This fun-filled adaptation stays true to the warmth and heart of the classic. The requisite cast of 31 offers a handful of actors the opportunity to hone their skills at multi-character interpretations. Because this will be staged as a radio show, the actors do not have to memorize lines – just read with feeling. Singers who can harmonize for the commercial breaks are also needed. Rehearsals are planned Tuesday and Thursday 6-9 p.m., at SHARC. For additional information, please contact the director, Susan Evans Inman, at SusansPacas@yahoo.com, or 541598-7417.
Nov. 11, 5:30 pm Craig Johnson author of the popular Walt Longmire series , returns with his latest, “Wait for Signs,” a collection of short stories featuring our favorite sheriff. This event will be held at SHARC, sign-up early to attend.
Book Club Discussions - Mondays, 6:30pm Free & open to all. Light refreshments will be served.
Oct. 6, Fiction (banned book selection): Zorro by Isabel Allende Oct. 13, Mystery: The Light in the Ruins by Chris Bohjalian Oct. 20, Classics: Midnight’s Children by Salman Rushdie
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Dress up as Oberon or Puck from Shakespeare’s ‘Midsummer Night’s Dream’ at the Halloween Hoot at SHARC and hosted by the Sunriver Stars Community Theater.
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Don’t let the flu get you this winter. The Sunriver Owners Association is hosting a Healthwise flu shot clinic 8-10 a.m. Oct. 8 at the administration office at 57455 Abbot Drive. Open to anyone, accepted insurances include Medicare, ODS/MODA, Regence Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Pacific Source. Those without insurance pay $25. No appointment is necessary. SUNRIVER SCENE • OCTOBER 2014
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Lindy Gravelle to open season’s potluck at SHARC By Sheila Schmerber Lindy Gravelle, a popular entertainer for the Sunriver area, will perform at the first potluck of the season on Wednesday, Oct. 8. Gravelle is a singer-songwriter-pianist who began her musical career in Tillamook, at the ripe age of three, singing and playing the ukulele in the Leonnig Family Band. Their repertoire was rooted in country music, with added elements of rockabilly, swing and pop, all of which are still evident in her sound today. The family moved to Heppner when Lindy was five. It was there she spent her formative years, and she still
Russia expert to address men’s club Dr. Michael Boll, part time Sunriver resident, will address the Sunriver Men’s Club Thursday, Oct. 16. His talk is titled “Russia’s conflict with the Ukraine: What do the Russians want?” Boll is an expert in international relations and world history with extensive experience in government service and academia. As a senior professor at U.S. military schools including the Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies in Honolulu, Hawaii, the Marshall Center in Garmisch, Germany and the Air War College in Montgomery, Alabama, he worked with top level officers and politicians from the U.S., Europe and Asia. He is an emeritus professor at San Jose State University. Boll served on the policyplanning staff of the Pentagon, was a foreign service officer and has worked as an analyst for the CIA in Europe. He received his Ph.D. in Russian studies from the University of Wisconsin where he was on the varsity boxing team. Boll lived in Europe on six
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A reception for the OSU women’s cross country team and OSU alum was held at SHARC.
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While this was a cost-savings measure, it angered and disappointed a great many alums. A fundraising effort to bring back both programs was started in 2006. Oregon State made the decision to bring back the women’s program first. Great strides have been made since starting with one scholarship and a group of walk-ons, the program grew to 18 runners. Today, OSU has a state-ofthe-art track and field and a full team of 40 female athletes. Last school year, the cumulative grade point average for the
entire team was an astounding 3.59, fifth highest in the country. The NCAA cross-country season is in full swing. The OSU women will compete in the Washington Invitational Oct. 4 and the Emerald City Open Oct. 18 in Seattle. The Beaver Classic Oct. 24 in Corvallis, the Pac-12 Championships Oct. 31 in Oakland, Calif., the NCAA Regionals Nov. 14 at Stanford and the NCAA Championships Nov. 22 in Terra Haute, Indiana. Next fall when you see the group running around Sunriver, don’t hesitate to welcome them with a warm “hello.”
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occasions and travels frequently throughout the world to keep his knowledge current. He and his wife Margaret divide their time between Sunriver and Sun City West, Arizona. Lunch will be held at the Crosswater Grille, on South Century Drive. Sunriver area men and women and non-club members are welcome to attend. The cost is $20. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. with a social half hour. Lunch is at noon, followed by the program at 12:30. The menu offers a choice of tuna noodle casserole; chef’s salad with turkey, ham, cherry tomatoes, boiled egg and cucumbers; or tricolored quinoa with chopped spinach, tomato, Parmesan, garlic and oil. Dessert is a brownie with vanilla ice cream. Coffee and tea are included. Beer and wine are extra. To reserve a seat, sign up at the Marketplace, or send an email to Sunriver.Mens club@Yahoo.com. Include your menu preference. Deadline for sign up is 5 p.m. Oct. 14.
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calls Heppner her hometown today. After a successful musical career in the San Francisco Bay area and Nashville, she decided to move back to Central Oregon in 2000, where she continues to reside today. She’s still writing and recording music, and performs regularly at venues throughout the northwest. The homeowners’ potluck
will begin at 6 p.m. at SHARC. Wine, beer and mixed drinks can be purchased until 8 p.m. 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 Acres are invited. Sign up at the SROA office, SHARC, the Marketplace, or at areapotluck@gmail.com to bring an entree or salad to serve 10-12 people.
Remember to bring your own place settings and coffee cup or water glass. Coffee and water will be furnished, but SHARC does not supply coffee cups or water glasses. The cost is $5 per person; $15 for families of three or more. Cancellations can be made to areapotluck@gmail. com or by calling 541-4196059. Consider joining the potluck committee. New committee members are always welcome. Ask the committee member seated at your table or one of the greeters or other committee members you meet at the potluck about how you can help, and you will discover how much fun the members have during the year.
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Results of Sunriver Marathon for a Cause race More than 900 people participated in the two-day Sunriver Marathon for a Cause events held Aug. 30-31 at Caldera Springs and Sunriver Resort, which included a marathon, half-marathon, a 10k, 5k and children’s races. Laura Tabor of Boulder, Colorado, was the overall winner. Tabor finished the featured race in three hours, two minutes and 41 seconds. Ben Paynter of Portland was the top male full marathon finisher in 3:04:13. A total of 71 entries completed the full marathon and the top five finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon. Ron Hockey, 49, Gresham, placed first among men in the
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Sunriver resident Sharon Frantz, 70, finished seventh among masters female finishers in the annual Marathon for a Cause.
masters division in 3:20:19. In the women’s masters division, Bend’s Jennifer Lloyd, 48, placed first with a time of 4:08:29. Lloyd also won the women’s masters division in the half marathon run. Sharon Frantz, 70 and of Sunriver, finished seventh among masters female finishers in the full marathon with a time of 4:55:03. She finished 23rd among 36 female competitors, a strong showing for the local who was 11 years “more experienced” than the next oldest competitor. Frantz’s daughter, Juliet Robinette, and son-in-law, Rob Robinette, ran in and completed the half marathon then
Frisky fish as fine art subjects On Thursday, Oct. 16, the Sunriver Anglers will enjoy a presentation from Patrick Windsor, a professional photographer who uses wild salmon and trout as some of his primary subjects. The presentation will follow a trout dinner at the Crosswater Grille restaurant. Windsor received a degree in commercial photography in 1992. But, both prior to and since then, he also has worked as a fishing guide, one who always carries his camera along with his fly rod. His current primary interest
cheered their mother to finish. Rob Russell, 36, of Redmond was the overall winner of the half marathon in a time of 1:18:56. Kristen Yax, 32, of Bend, was the women’s overall winner in 1:38:04. Half marathon masters winners were Kendall Sawa, 42, Long Beach, Washington, in 1:29:04 and Julia Carpenter, 51 of Happy Valley, in 1:43:40. Event proceeds support the Susan G. Komen Foundation of Oregon and southwest Washington, raising awareness and promoting the prevention of breast cancer. Next year’s Sunriver Marathon for a Cause is scheduled for Sept. 5-6. Information: www.sunriver marathon.com The cost for the trout dinner is $26 per person, gratuity included. Money will be collected at the door. Please bring cash or a check made out to the Crosswater Grille.
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look at both salmon and trout. The fish are not just for dinner anymore. Windsor is a member of the Artists Gallery Sunriver co-operative where his photographic work is on display and for sale. Sunriver Anglers and nonmembers, along with their significant others, are welcome to attend the Oct. 16 event, beginning with a no-host bar at 5:30 p.m. Seating is limited to 60 persons. Reservations are required by emailing Jerry Hubbard at jhubbard@chamberscable.com after Oct. 5 and no later than Oct. 10.
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By Phil Fischer This morning was a cool, crisp 30 degrees in Sunriver, with the distinct feel of fall in the air. I think fall is my favorite time of the year, as the days get shorter and the fishing gets better. After a short walk with our golden retriever, I came back into the house to a nice hot cup of coffee and sat down at my computer to see what was happening in the world. The first site I checked was the steelhead counts over Sherars Falls on the Deschutes River. I’ve been hearing reports of steelhead being caught near the mouth of the Deschutes for a few weeks now. Each year there is a significant and predictable rise in the count from early September through mid-October at Sherars Falls. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife page listing fish counts confirmed for me that fish are moving up through the Deschutes system. It won’t be long now before I rig up the Turn to Tying, page 10
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A knee-high inspiration sunriver nature center & oregon observatory By Kody Osborne, Lead Naturalist The Sunriver Nature Center is a nonprofit science education center with a prominent mission to “inspire present and future generations to cherish and understand our natural world,” a goal that has long been followed by staff both past and present. But often we find that is those we aim to educate that ultimately inspire us. In such cases, it is necessary to take a step back to truly appreciate the kindness of visitors that happen upon our long-running organization. Truth be told, I set out to write this article about the spawning of salmon at Sheep Bridge here in Central Oregon. But during by my pre-article research of the natural phenomena, I was stopped by a smiling young lady entering the front doors of the nature center. Without delay, the young girl headed straight for the small wooden donation box adorned with a photo of a one-eyed Northern saw-whet owl (Aegolius acadicus). Pulling from her pocket a thick stack of green bills, she simply stated, “I have a donation.” Upon noticing this unusually large stack of money, I asked her how much she had and what she would like to donate the money towards.
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“It’s for the saw-whet owl. It’s $120 dollars,” she said. And straight into the box the money went, as it if was an every day occurrence for this young lady. An instant later she was out the door. I sprang to my feet to catch her and, of course, ask more questions. The girl, Sasha Schottnoefer, 9, is a fifth grader at the Cascades Academy in Bend. As it turns out, Sasha recently had a birthday in which she asked friends to donate money to the saw-whet owl in lieu of presents. Sasha’s donation may remind some readers of the kindness of Rachel and Sophie Dalfonsi, two young girls from California who fell in love with our old friend, the Western screech owl (Megascops kennicottii). If you recall Rachel and Sophie raised a large sum of money by going door to door in their neighborhood asking for donations for the small owl. Rachel also asked her friends to donate to the Sunriver Nature Center for her birthday in place of toys, games and other presents. Sasha happened to be at that very birthday party and was inspired to do the same. The story finally made sense. It was through the kindness of Rachel and Sophie Dalfonsi that others were inspired to follow suit.
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We’d like to take this opportunity to thank Sophie, Rachel, Sasha and all supporters of the Sunriver Nature Center for your continued random acts of kindness and support of our 44 years of existence. It is easy to see how this organization continues to dream, and it’s this kind of support that will help us bring our dreams to life. SNCO is turning 50 in 2018
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By Bob Grossfeld, Observatory Manager The big astronomy events to look forward to in October are two eclipses – a lunar and a partial solar eclipse. The first is the total lunar eclipse on Oct. 8. A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes completely through the Earth’s dark shadow, or umbra. Expect to see the Moon gradually get darker and then take on a rusty or red color. The partial solar eclipse takes place on Oct. 23, as the sun appears to have a bite taken out of it. The solar eclipse will start in the afternoon, and the observatory plans to open around 1:30 p.m., with the maximum eclipse occurring just after 3 p.m. The eclipse should be over by 4:30 p.m. The observatory will be open through Oct. 25 Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights for viewing programs from 8 to 10 p.m. The fall nights are great for viewing galaxies and other fall objects. Solar viewing will be available only on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. October offers us some clear and cool nights and is one of the best times for locals and visitors to view the heavens without the crowds of the summer. We had a busy summer, and now staff is busy getting ready for 2015. We have submitted plans to our board of governors for an expansion project, and look to approval for the next phase for the observatory. We will continue to post updates and pictures on our web page at www.oregonobservatory.org and on Facebook. We could also use your feedback, so let me know if you have any suggestions. Please feel free to send your ideas to observatory@sunrivernaturecenter.org
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Volunteers helped prepare the Second Tern Thrift Shop for fall and Halloween.
Fall is in the air and on the shelves at the Second Tern Thrift Shop October is a transition month in Central Oregon with cooler days and occasionally freezing temperatures at night. It’s a good time to check out the Second Tern Thrift Shop, which has lots of fleece wear and jackets for the entire family as well as Halloween home décor items. There are lots of costumes for kids and adults and fabric and supplies for making costumes and party decorations. Tern volunteers have worked together to change the store from summer to fall. There’s much that’s new to see and
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Project Ponderosa and the Sunriver Nature Center are actively working to restore a forest icon — the durable, majestic ponderosa pine. Millions of acres of lodgepole forests throughout the West have been destroyed by the mountain pine beetle. Fortunately, ponderosa pines are a much more resilient tree. Planting ponderosa not only enhances property values, it helps diversify and strengthen the forest ecosystem. And since ponderosa pines are drought tolerant, once established, they only need occasional deep watering for the first summer or two. Seedling prices range from $8 for small; to $12-15 for medium (14”- 16”); and $25+ for 24” trees. There will also be limited quantities of other native species. Detailed planting instructions with tips to optimize success are included. The hardy seedlings are from seeds of specially selected, local ponderosa pines, which may not be the case at some nurseries or big box stores. The seedlings were potted one to three years ago and cared for by local students.
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changes to wetlands on their property,” said Nancy Gilbert, USFWS Bend office field supervisor during a public meeting held in 2013. “And work of that nature would already require a federal permit.” In preparation of the listing, the Sunriver Owners Association is working with the USFWS to create a conservation agreement — a document that outlines water and weir management of the Sun River system to ensure protection of the frog and its breeding habitat. Under the agreement, ongoing frog research by the Sunriver Nature Center will not be restricted nor would SROA be penalized should there be incidental death of any frogs. The Oregon spotted frog has disappeared from almost
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continued from page 6 eight weight and take that drive north on Highway 97 in the wee hours of the morning. For this month’s fly of the month, I chose a variation on a classic steelhead fly, the Purple Peril. This fly dates back to the 1930s and is originally attributed to Ken McLeod from Washington. The pattern has been around for a long time and has withstood the discerning test from many steelhead fishermen, and many steelhead. But I chose this pattern for a different reason. It holds a special place in my heart as the fly that caught my very first steelhead on the swing. She was a beautiful hen of about 8 pounds and took the fly with a sharp pull that made me understand “the tug is the drug” mantra of hardcore steelhead fishermen. I had caught lots of steelhead fishing nymphs under an indicator, but had never managed to catch the fish of a thousand casts on the swing. On one of my trips to the Deschutes a few years ago, a good friend gave me a piece of advice. He told me, “Phil, if you’re not fishing purple on the Deschutes, you’re not fishing.” So with that guidance, I rigged my rod with the only purple steelhead fly in my box, the Purple Peril. On one of my favorite runs on the Deschutes below Warm Springs, I cast repeatedly, and took a step downstream at the conclusion of each swing of the fly. Right about the sweet spot of the run, after my umpteenth cast, I suddenly felt that tug. I released the fish and immediately clipped the Purple Peril fly off my leader, to be placed in my Fly Hall of Fame, accompanying other memorable patterns from days spent on the water
fly fishing. If you haven’t checked your steelhead gear for the run this fall, now is the time. Pattern recipe Hook: Tiemco 7899 Size 4-8 Thread: Danville’s Red 3/0 Flat Waxed Tail: Purple Hackle Fibers Body: Medium Purple Chenille Ribbing: Medium Silver Oval Tinsel Hackle: Whiting Purple Spey Hackle Throat: Light Purple Krystal Flash Wing: Red Squirrel Tail Tying instructions Tie on the thread at the midpoint of the hook. Strip a sparse bunch of fibers off a hackle feather for the tail. The feathers near the throat of the neck generally have the longest barbs and offer stiff characteristics for the tail. Tie in the fibers to extend beyond the bend of the hook. I like to wind several wraps of thread underneath the tail to tilt it upward to match the cant of the wing. Strip a short section of the chenille to expose the center threads and tie on the hook back to the tail set position. Stripping the fibers out of the chenille helps avoid bulk on the fly. Similarly, strip the oval tinsel to expose the core and tie in back to the tail set. Wind the chenille forward in tight wraps to the wing set position and tie off. Wind even wraps of tinsel forward over the chenille to form the ribbing on the fly. Tie off and trim excess. Clip four or five Krystal Flash fibers for the throat. Fold the fibers over the tying thread, effectively doubling them over the thread, and gently slide them up the thread to the underside of the hook and tie in place to form the throat of the fly. Trim to the approximate length of the hook.
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Prepare the hackle by stripping the fluff off the base of the feather. I like to choose a feather with a slight amount of web and barbs that will extend approximately the length of the wing. The Whiting Spey hackle barbs are longer and are wavy in the water in a way that make this fly so enticing. Tie the hackle stem wet fly style (shiny side forward and dull side back) on the hook at the front of the chenille and wind forward with three or four wraps. Tie off and clip the excess. Gently stroke the hackle fibers apart on top of the fly to leave room for the wing. As you split the fibers, pull down and back, and wind a few wraps of thread over the hackle. The finished hackle should splay backwards on the hook and have an empty wedge where the wing will lay. Prepare a sparse bunch of Red Squirrel tail fibers for the wing. Clean the hair carefully to eliminate short fibers and any guard hair. Place in a hair stacker tool to even up the tips. Remove from the hair stacker and tie in at the wing-set position on the hook, with the tips extending to the curve of the hook. Wind over the hair with a number of wraps to hold the material firmly in place. Clip the excess hair at a 45-degree angle and wind additional wraps to fully cover the butts of the hair and form a nice neat tapered head. Whip finish and glue using a clear nail polish to fully coat the head of this fly and give it a finished appearance.
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The beauty of fall reflected in the art at Artists Gallery By Karla Proud Fall is such a beautiful time of the year in Sunriver. The pace slows a bit and the low angle afternoon light shines though the boughs of the pine trees. It is a good time to reflect on all that is good about Central Oregon. This month the Artists Gallery of Sunriver focuses on Love, Hope, Cure as the artists bring attention to cancer awareness. There will be much fun and laughter at the Second Saturday artists celebration Saturday, Oct. 11, 4–6 p.m. All art lovers are invited to the gallery to enjoy art, beverages and food While noshing on something good, visitors can spend a moment chatting with Chuck Chamberlain, one of the gallery’s featured artists. Chamberlain’s oil paintings never cease to amaze viewers. The artist captures the atmosphere of a scene in his popular landscapes. Using a subtle combination of color and technique, he produces an end product that is much more than the individual components. In one of his recent paintings depicting snowcapped mountains, golden light warms the mountains. Photographer Patrick Windsor features work that expresses the beauty of the outdoors. Many visitors to the gallery stop and ponder how Windsor captures some of the images in his work. One of these images is of a cutthroat trout with a fly hooked in its mouth. The artist used his expertise as a fishing guide here in the Central Oregon area in setting up this shot. In most “fish pictures,” the fish is gasping above water while posing for its photo. Not so with Windsor’s trout portrait.
Works by Chuck Chamberlain, above, and Patrick Windsor, left.
He first hooks the fish on the line, and then photographs it under the water. When you are here at the galley for the Second Saturday event, you can have Windsor explain to you exactly how he accomplishes this feat. The beauty of fall is also an inspiration for gourd artist
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Pine scale, mountain pine beetle almost gone in Sunriver In early 2013, a concerned owner contacted the Environmental Department of the Sunriver Owners Association to notify them that trees within circle 7 were turning white and appeared to be dying. Upon inspection it was discovered that the “white” was pine needle scale, a tiny insect that turns white as it matures, giving the tree a flocked appearance. Unfamiliar with this new invader, SROA partnered with the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) in June 2013 to study the scale and monitor its impact. In July 2013 and August 2014, ODF and SROA staff conducted evaluations on tree
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TDS acquires BendBroadband in Central Oregon From Sunriver Scene news sources TDS Telecom completed the $261 million purchase of substantially all of BendBroadband’s assets effective Sept. 1. In May, Telephone and Data Systems, headquartered in Madison, Wisc., announced its intention to acquire BendBroadband, a cable and broadband company headquartered in Bend, pending regulatory approvals, which were received. “BendBroadband is an exceptional company,” said Mark Barber, vice president of cable operations for TDS Telecom. “BendBroadband customers should continue to expect the same great products and services, along with the strong local traditions BendBroadband has established.” TDS said it was focused on supporting the nearly 300 BendBroadband employees who recently joined the company.
In 2013, BendBroadband reported annual revenues of $70 million. BendBroadband businesses, including The Vault and Zolo Media, offer an extensive range of broadband, fiber connectivity, cable television and telephone services for thousands of commercial and residential customers. OneNeck IT Solutions, a TDS company, plans to integrate The Vault into its portfolio of data centers across the U.S. “Our success will be fueled by a geographic region that is exploding with business growth and residential development. It’s the hot spot of Central Oregon,” said David A. Wittwer, president and CEO, TDS Telecom. “I believe the BendBroadband businesses have significant potential to deliver increased returns over time and the team of talented employees in Bend will help us expand our cable operations and expertise in other states as well.”
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turning them brown. Unless a tree is stressed or unhealthy, only the needles are affected. Most survive the insect onslaught and are capable of re-growing its needles once the insects have moved on. Scale does have natural enemies, including parasitic wasps and ladybug beetles. Evidence of their feeding on the scale were abundant in the majority of samples taken each year of the monitoring. “It will be interesting to see what happens next year,” said Gentiluomo. An ODF report presented at the Sept. 20 SROA board meeting noted that continued monitoring of pine scale densities in these areas could be valuable
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within Sunriver, with only seven know actively infested trees at this time. “Our tree thinning projects to improve forest health has helped tremendously as well as educating owners to remove infested trees,” said Gentiluomo. “We’ll always be at risk since much of our property sits close to open forest lands — the beetles don’t know property boundaries and can fly in anytime.” In 2007-2008, the peak of infestation, there were more than 700 pine beetle trees on private and common property throughout Sunriver.
Jimmie Ray’s Black Train – A Tribute to Johnny and June Cash will feature Jimmie Ray as Johnny Cash and Cyndi Cantrell as June Carter, with their band, Black Train. The show recounts six decades of Johnny and June’s music and memories and has been performed hundreds of times in showrooms, theaters, performing art centers, and in Las Vegas, frequently to sold out crowds. The event will take place at the La Pine Community Center, 16405 First Street on Oct 11. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. The La Pine Chamber will serve up some of Johnny Cash’s favorite foods. A dinner pre-show concert with The Armadillos will start at 5 p.m. At 6 p.m., the Central Oregon Songwriters will present a 30-minute showcase of some of the area’s leading talents. The tribute to Johnny and June Cash starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $8 for seniors (age 60+) and $10 general admission. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the La Pine Chamber of Commerce, 51429 Huntington Road, La Pine Ace Hardware, Little d Technology, S&S Auto Parts, Harvest Depot Restaurant, Shop Smart and the Sunriver Chamber of Commerce. Information: 541-536-9771.
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8 and older are welcome on evening canoe tours. $70 per person. Half-day tours, including flat water Kayak Tours, Cascade Lake Canoe Tours, Cycling Tours and Volcano Tours, are offered daily through fall at 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Half-day Desert Cave Tours, Bend Brew Bus brewery tours and Local Pour brewery/winery/distillery/ cidery tours are offered yearround. Half-day tours range from
$50 to $80 per person. All tours include a guide, transportation, equipment, instruction, and food/drinks when applicable. Celebrating its 20th year, Wanderlust is thanking its customers by offering a one-time promotion on all of its outdoor tours. Participants will receive 20 percent off the regular tour rate Oct. 1-20. Evening tours and Wanderlust’s new cycling tours are included; Bend Brew Bus and Local Pour tours are not included. Information: 541-389-8359, or www.wanderlusttours.com
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meetings & gatherings
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Public Works Richard Jenkins, chair richard.jenkins1@cox.net
Recreation Chair open SROA committees are always in need of volunteers. Interested in joining? Contact the chair person for more details or contact SROA at 541-593-2411.
Citizen Patrol ----------------------------------------------- 3:30 p.m. Fire Station Design Committee--------------------------------------10 a.m. SROA Admin Magistrate--------------------------------------------------10 a.m. SROA Admin Public Affairs-----------------------------------------------1:30 a.m. SROA Admin Nominating Committee ------------------------------3:30 p.m. SROA Admin Finance Committee------------------------------------9 a.m. SROA Admin Public Works Committee -----------------------------3 p.m. SROA Admin SROA Board Work Session ----------------------------9 a.m. SROA Admin SROA Board Meeting ----------------------------------9 a.m. SROA Admin Safety Committee --------------------------------------1:45 p.m. SROA Admin Design Committee--------------------------------------10 a.m. SROA Admin Environmental Committee --------------------------9 a.m. SROA Admin Trick or Treat -----------------------------------------------4-6:30 p.m. Village at Sunriver
Health advisory issued for Wickiup Reservoir The Oregon Health Authority issued a health advisory on Sept. 19 due to high levels of blue-green algae in Wickiup Reservoir, located 40 miles southwest of Bend off South Century Drive in Deschutes County. Water monitoring has confirmed the presence of very high levels of cyanotoxins produced by the blue-green algae. These dangerous toxin concentrations in the water can be harmful to humans and animals. Exposure to bacterial toxins can happen through accidental swallowing, which may produce such symptoms as numbness, tingling, dizziness, weakness, diarrhea, nausea, cramps and fainting; inhalation of water droplets, which can lead to breathing problems, sneezing, coughing or runny nose; and skin contact, which can cause skin irritation, including a rash. Symptoms usually occur in less than 24 hours. Drinking water directly from Wickiup Reservoir is especially dangerous. Children and pets are at
increased risk for exposure because of their size and level of activity. Dogs in particular can quickly experience symptoms of toxin exposure and can die within an hour. The public will be advised when the concern no longer exists. Oregon Public Health officials advise campers and other recreational visitors that toxins cannot be removed by boiling, filtering or treating the water with camping-style filters. People who draw in-home water directly from Wickiup Reservoir are advised to use an alternative water source because private treatment systems are not proven effective at removing algae toxins. However, public drinking water systems can reduce algae toxins through proper filtration and disinfection. If people on public water systems have questions about treatment and testing, they should contact their water supplier. Oregon health officials recommend that people who choose to eat fish from waters
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These groups meet regularly, same time, same place
Monday Ladies Lunch and Bridge 11:30 a.m., The Meadows in the Sunriver Lodge Sign up at the Marketplace 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: 541-593-9397
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: 541-593-9397
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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10 a.m. Sundays at Holy Trinity Church, Cottonwood Road. Episcopal & Lutheran traditions. 10 a.m. Sunday school, ages 4-12. 541-593-1183 www.sunriverchristianfellowship.org Pastor: Nancy Green
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where algae blooms are present remove all fat, skin and organs before cooking, because toxins are more likely to collect in these tissues. Public health officials also advise that people not eat freshwater clams or mussels from affected water, and that Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife regulations do not allow the harvest of these shellfish from freshwater sources. Crayfish muscle can be eaten, but internal organs and liquid fat should be discarded. With proper precautions to avoid water contact, people are encouraged to visit Wickiup Reservoir and enjoy activities such as camping, hiking, biking, picnicking, fishing and bird watching. Boating is safe as long as speeds do not create excessive water spray, which could lead to inhalation risk. For local information about water quality or blue-green algae sampling, contact the the Deschutes National Forest Bend-Fort Rock Ranger Dis-
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Business briefs Chamber after hours The next Sunriver Chamber of Commerce after hours will take place Saturday, Oct. 4, at Par Engine Repair. Between the hours of 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., owner John Clark will be hosting an open house in celebration of the expansion of their operations. Afternoon activities include a barbecue lunch and beverages provided by the Sunriver Brewing Company. The event is open to the public. Par Engine Repair is located at 56771 Lunar Dr. off Spring River Road (right behind the Second Tern Thrift Shop). Crossroads Station becomes a Circle K Crossroads Station – the Shell gas station, convenience store and car wash in the Sunriver Business Park – officially became a Circle K store Sept. 1. Manager Jeff Scarberry said being a Circle K brings new promotional products and corporate support that will result in improved customer service. “Circle K and it owners, American Energy and Colvin Oil, are 100 percent dedicated to customer service, not that it was bad before. American Energy has increased investments to the building and grounds. We’ve got new asphalt, new parking lot drainage and new LED lighting inside and out. Inside the store we have new equipment in the deli including a new deep fryer and a stovetop. Before we were just using an oven. With these upgrades we’ll provide even better service for our customers,” Scarberry said. Scarberry said American Energy/Colvin Oil owns the entire building and rents space to
Circle K now operates in the Sunriver Business Park.
The Sunriver Pharmacy opened Sept. 1 at 56890 Venture Lane, across the street from the Sunriver Library. The pharmacy offers prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, health care products, and is a member of the Good Neighbor Pharmacy network. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Information: 541-621-1953 or www.mygnp.com/sunriver
Firewood available to SROA members T&S ExpressO Awakening coffee hut opened in September.
Subway, Tumalo Creek Kayak, and T&S Expresso Awakening drive-up coffee hut. He said additional improvements are planned to the laundromat, including more multi-load washing machines and new seating. “The Circle K store is first and the store is constantly morphing. The goal is to create a nice facility for Sunriver.” The store’s fall hours are 6 a.m.-10 p.m daily. Information: 541-593-8767. Drive-up coffee hut opens T&S ExpressO Awakening, a drive-up coffee hut, opened in early September in the parking lot next to Subway in the Sunriver Business Park. Named for owners and operators Tara Brock and Sheila Woehelert, T&S has another location in La
Pine next to NAPA Auto Parts. “We have everything… coffee, espresso, blended drinks, frappes, smoothies, muffins, bagels, scones, ham and cheese and turkey and cheese croissant breakfast sandwiches,” said Tara Brock. “The owners have been in the coffee business for 11 years and we know customer service.” Hours are 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, and 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sunday. T&S offers customer loyalty cards. Mondays are double punch days. Loyalty card holders get their twelfth drink free. Brock said T&S supports the local community through donations to sports programs at Three Rivers School. Information: 541-848-8701, 56896 Venture Lane.
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 be available at the SROA office.
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trict at 541-383-4000. For health information, to report human or pet illnesses due to blooms, or to ask questions about a news release, contact the Oregon Health Authority at 971-673-0400. For information about advisories issued or lifted for the season, call the
Oregon Public Health toll-free information line at 1-877290-6767 or visit the Harmful Algae Bloom website at www. healthoregon.org/hab and select “Algae Bloom Advisories.” To learn more about the HABS program, health advisories and blue-green algae, and to stay up-to-date on all current health advisories, visit www. healthoregon.org/hab
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This beautiful home has over 3,000 ft of living space with 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, and a large loft, and a private location. The 4th bedroom currently functions as a second living space and office. $669,000.
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Fall roadwork in Sunriver
Weather permitting, Beaver Drive between circle 11 and Cottonwood Road will be rebuilt between now and Oct. 6.
The northern portion of Beaver Drive, between circle 11 and Cottonwood Road, will undergo full depth reclamation in late September and early October. Weather permitting, the project is scheduled to begin Monday, Sept. 29 and conclude Monday, Oct. 6. Motorists should expect delays of up to 20 minutes through Friday, Oct. 5 when the existing road surface and base materials are grinded and recycled on site. No alternate parking will be necessary dur-
ing this first phase of construction. Beaver Drive between circle 11 and Cottonwood Road is scheduled to be completely closed for paving Monday, Oct. 6 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Several roads accessed from this stretch of Beaver Drive will also be closed on Oct. 6 including: Red Alder, Poplar, Witchhazel, White Alder, Holly, Sumac, Tan Oak and Filbert lanes. Those staying home during the Oct. 6 paving of Beaver Drive are asked to park their cars in their driveways the
entire time the road is closed. Those leaving before road construction work begins and returning before the roadway reopens may temporarily park along the shoulders of Sandhill, Lark, Camas, East Cascade, Mt. Baker, Mugho, Dutchman, Shag Bark, Hickory, Redwood, Mugho, Beech and Shamrock lanes, or in the Fort Rock Park parking lot. Individuals with medical or safety concerns should contact the SROA Public Works Department at 541-593-2483 in advance of the Oct. 5 closure so that special arrangements can be made.
High Desert Museum’s annual fundraiser garners more than $300,000
The High Desert Museum’s 25th Annual Rendezvous netted more than $322,000 the highest amount in several years. “We’re thrilled that the Rendezvous was such a big success, and we owe many thanks to our sponsors and donors. We greatly appreciate their generosity,” said Dana Whitelaw, executive director. Proceeds from the August fundraiser, will go toward sup-
porting the museum’s educational mission. The museum served more than 12,000 school participants last year with education about natural history, wildlife, fire ecology, geology, watershed, culture and history. “Our ultimate goal is to make our educational programs accessible to all,” said Heather Vihstadt, director of development. “Our community is so fortunate to have a world-class
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feel real momentum building. And finally, we had a very active and engaged title sponsor in Bank of the Cascades. That was a tremendous partnership.” The High Desert Museum is continuing its fundraising efforts with a Fall Harvest Dinner and silent auction on Oct. 4. The four-course menu will be created by chef TR McCrystal
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North Korea: Skiing in a state of control In 2012, North Korea’s Kim Jong Un dispatched thousands of soldiers into the mountains of the heavily armed Kangwon Province to carry out a bizarre mission: Build the country’s first luxury ski resort. They succeeded, sort of, and in February 2014, Bend resident and writer Tim Neville became one of the first westerners to ski the Masik Ryong resort. The public is invited to join Neville at the Downtown Bend Library (601 NW Wall Street) on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 6 p.m.,
as he presents a dark but fascinating journey deep inside the Hermit Kingdom where skiing can offer a tiny taste of freedom. “I had no idea what to expect but what I found still shocked me,” says Neville of his time in North Korea. “After days of being spoon-fed North Korea’s ridiculous take on reality, feeling the hopelessness of the place, and being monitored at every step, there was something downright uplifting about suddenly being left alone in
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a familiar world of snow and gravity. I kept thinking, ‘Wow, this is pretty great,’ while in the back of my head I knew this was still the worst country on earth.” “Who would ever go to North Korea to ski?,” he continues. “That’s the question, isn’t it, and the answer is somewhat murky. I do know one thing, though. It’s certainly the most exotic place you could ever pick.” An avid skier, fly fisher and world traveler, Neville is a correspondent for Outside magazine and a frequent contributor to the New York Times travel section. In February 2014 a group of magazine editors from Ski, Esquire UK and a Swiss news site sent Neville to report on the opening of the ski resort. His North Korea stories will be published this fall. This event is free and open to the public. For more information about library programs, please visit the library webs i t e a t w w w. d e s c h u t e s library.org. People with disabilities needing accommodations should contact Tina at 541-312-1034.
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Deschutes Public Libraries offer frightfully appropriate programs What frightens you? Creepy crawlies? Scary movies? Ghost stories? Don’t be afraid to join in the frightful fun at Deschutes Public Library this October during the Know Fright series. Expect to get a few chills at programs highlighting Central Oregon ghosts, the enduring appeal of supernatural movies and the local creepers and crawlers with whom we share the high desert. All programs are free and open to the public. Second Sunday April Genevieve Tucholke, the author of the YA Gothic horror novel “Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea” and its sequel, “Between the Spark and the Burn,” reads. Sunday, Oct. 5, 3 p.m., Downtown Bend Library. Frightful films “Psycho.” This horror-thriller changed the way people think about showering. Wednesday, Oct. 8, 6 p.m. “Beetlejuice.” Tim Burton’s classic dark comedy about a “bioexorcist.” Wednesday, Oct. 15, 6 p.m. “Ghostbusters.” Who you gonna call? Everyone’s favorite ghost removal service, of course. Wednesday, Oct. 22, 6 p.m. “The Shining.” Stanley Kubrick’s unforgettable take on life at the Overlook Hotel. Wednesday, Oct. 29, 6 p.m. All films show at Tin Pan Theater, 869 NW Tin Pan Alley, Bend. Central Oregon ghosts The best regional ghost stories as told by Deschutes Historical Society. Thursday, Oct. 9, 6 p.m., East Bend Library Wednesday, Oct. 8, 4 p.m., La Pine Library Scary high desert critters Learn the truth about all those creepy and slimy critters that keep you awake at night with experts from the High Desert Museum. Tuesday, Oct. 14, 6 p.m., Downtown Bend Library Why supernatural horror haunts us Find out why we are fascinated with scary films with Portland State University Film professor Drew Beard. Saturday, Oct. 25, 2 p.m., Redmond Library Sunday, Oct. 26, 2 p.m., Downtown Bend Library Information: (541) 312-1032 or visit www.dechuteslibrary.org
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Bring your little goblins to The Village at Sunriver for safe family trick or treating among the village merchants. Held from 4-6:30 p.m. on Oct. 31, festivities will include free train rides, costume contests, cupcake walk, carnival games and inflatable fun in the ice rink pavilion.
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Donations sought for mountain bike trail project A proposal to construct trails that would connect Sunriver to established mountain bike trails in the Deschutes National Forest is moving through the research and design phases. Trial proponents are seeking donations to help cover costs of an environmental review. Sunriver owner Jed Bonnem believes connecting Sunriver to established mountain bike trail networks would be a boon for residents and visitors alike. “The new trails will open a new, large, and mostly unexplored wilderness area located right in our backyard. Sunriver will be the only resort community nationally to have this type of bike-in, bike-out access to a world-class trail network,” Bonnem wrote. “Sunriver would be in a position to host national mountain biking events. The trails will be a community effort. They will be built and maintained by members of the community in coordination with the Central Oregon Trails Alliance (COTA).” Current conditions Sunriver currently has connections to two mountain bike trails — the Black Rock Trail that leads to Lava Lands Visitor Center, and the Deschutes
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Springs, and at the bottom of Tyler’s Traverse along Forest Road 41. The trails will be designed for mountain biking, hiking, and trail running. The trails will form a variety of riding loops with different segments for beginner, intermediate, and advanced users, The trails will connect to the Wanoga complex of trails which in turn connect to the Phil’s Trails network of trails near Bend, “thus forming a single system and integrating Sunriver into perhaps the finest and most extensive trail system in the country,” Bonnem said.
River Trail, which runs north from Sunriver to Bend. The trailhead for both trails is located near circle 7 on Sunriver’s north end. Bonnem said the trailhead is 4 miles from The Village at Sunriver and isn’t convenient for most users. Bonnem noted the Deschutes River Trail receives multiple uses that results in conflicts. The plan The Cardinal Landing Bridge, a well-known and centrally located landmark, will serve as the new trailhead. Four new segments of single-track trail totaling approximately 15 miles will connect to the Wanoga Trail system at Kiwa
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Historical perspective on who controls the water in Oregon The Oregon Historical Society, the Deschutes County Historical Society and Deschutes Public Library invite the public to participate in an important and timely conversation about the history of water rights and use in Oregon and beyond. The Friday, Oct. 10, 2-4 p.m. event at the Downtown Bend Library, is free and open to the public; no registration is required. “Residents of Bend and our local governments are engaged in making enormous decisions about the Deschutes River, from surface water to the Colorado Street Dam to canal piping to Mirror Pond,” said Kelly Cannon-Miller, executive director of the Deschutes County Historical Society. “The history of who controls water isn’t just a matter of teaching us something to help us be more informed — sometimes, history is controlling the current situation.” This event gathers renowned scholars with the community to address several topics including: development of the Deschutes River Basin; influence of the environmental movement on water control and usage, particularly within the context of climate change; and how communities address and resolve water conflicts in the United States and across the globe. Featured speakers include: Todd Jarvis, interim director of the Institute for Water & Watersheds at Oregon State
University. Jarvis is a consulting groundwater hydrologist with nearly 30 years of experience working for global water/waste water engineering and groundwater engineering firms. His new book is “Contesting Hidden Waters: Conflict Resolution for Groundwater and Aquifers.” Joshua Howe, assistant professor of history and environmental studies at Reed College. Howe’s new book, “Behind the Curve: Science and the Politics of Global Warming,” explores the political history of climate change since the 1950s. He works on historical questions about sustainability and the global environment that bridge environmental history, the history of science and the history of American foreign policy. William Lang, emeritus professor of history at Portland State University. Lang is a member of the Oregon Historical Society Board of Trustees and chair of the executive committee of the Oregon Encyclopedia. He is author or editor of six books on Pacific Northwest history, including “Two Centuries of Lewis & Clark” and “Great River of the West.” “The goal of the forum is to help provide historical context to water in the west, offer examples of water conflict and resolution from around the world, and how water policy of the past has shaped the Deschutes River Basin as we know it,” Cannon-Miller said. Information: 541-312-1034.
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“If you combine good flavors, food turns into an orchestra.” – Joey Fatone
sunriver women’s club It was wonderful to see so many old friends and meet new ones at the garden party in September. Thank you to the SRWC boards for the wonderful food and creative decorations for our annual welcome back event after the summer break. We hope you renewed your membership and signed up for some of the fun activities available. It’s never too late to become involved. In keeping with the theme “Variety is the Spice of Life,” our first luncheon of the year, Oct. 21, will feature Matt Perry, owner of Savory Spice Shop in the Old Mill District. He will tantalize our pallets and imaginations, showing us how to spice up mouth-watering menus. Mark your calendars for the Winter Gala to be held Dec. 3 in the Great Hall at Sunriver Resort. Stephanie Nelson, Nancy Farnham and Sandra Kendle are recruiting “elfs” to help prepare for “Beneath the Shimmering Pines.” – Martha Deuchler and Marcia Schonlau, SRWC co-presidents
Programs Our October luncheon will be held Tuesday, Oct. 21, at the Crosswater Grille. Check-in is at 11:30 a.m. and the price is $20. Matthew Perry, owner of the Savory Spice Shop in Bend, will be our guest speaker. Join us as we learn the basics of spices, hear interesting facts on the history of the spice trade, and get answers to frequently asked questions about herbs and spices. RSVP to Joan Lewis at srwcprograms@gmail.com or 541598-0650. Reservations and/or cancellations are due no later than Thursday, Oct. 16. Lunch with Friends Lunch with Friends is a casual, fun opportunity for members to get together. 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 SHARC in the Crescent Room from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The dates for this season are Nov. 3, Feb. 2 and May 4.
If you haven’t been before or are new to the area, then join us to meet other club members. If you need transportation, please let us know and we’ll be happy to give you a ride. Contacts are Valerie Wood at 541-593-7477 or srsunnyval@ gmail.com and Barb Wymetalek at 541-593-4408 barb wymo@chamberscable.com if you have questions. Membership Membership is open year-
round to all women in Sunriver and the surrounding communities. An active membership is $20 and an associate membership is $35. Contact Marty Fobes at 541-602-2654 or email srwcmembership@gmail.com with questions.
After-dinner dancing music will be provided by the Notables. Save the date for this annual charity event open to all Sunriver area friends.
We Care If you know of anyone in the community where a card or note expressing support, sympathy, encouragement or Winter Gala Please join us “Beneath the congratulations would be apShimmering Pines” on Wednes- propriate, please contact Nancy day, Dec. 3 for the Women’s Foote at 541-593-1337 or nan Club Annual Winter Gala. foote@gmail.com
Jury duty phone scam hits Central Oregon By Sgt. Troy Gotchy On Aug. 19, a citizen reported being contacted by a male subject who claimed to work for the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office. The male caller identified himself as “Lt. Jerry Gamble” with the Deschutes County Sheriff ’s Office. The male told the citizen they had missed jury duty, and a warrant had been issued for their arrest. The subject then asked the citizen to send money to clear up the warrant or they would be arrested. The phone
number used in this scam was 541-213-0143. That phone has since been disconnected. After doing some research on this, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office learned this is a scam that has been occurring nationwide. The caller used the same name, “Lt. Jerry Gamble,” and often times advised the people he was calling that a warrant had been issued for their arrest after missing jury duty. The sheriff ’s office wants the public to know that this is a scam, and that they should
never send someone money without verifying the information they are being provided. It is not common practice for the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office to advise a citizen they have a warrant over the phone. In most cases a deputy who will have and be willing to show proper credentials will contact a citizen with a warrant in person. Anyone receiving phone calls similar in nature is asked to contact the Deschutes County Sheriff ’s Office at 541-6936911.
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Mt. Bachelor announces ski season prices Mt. Bachelor season pass rates purchased before Sept. 30 are priced at $869 for adults. Young adult (ages 19-26) pass prices will be $399; teen (13-18) and senior 70+ are priced at $289; passes for youth ages 6-12 are priced at $179; passes for seniors ages 65-69 are $559. Season passes for children younger than age 6 remain $29. Midweek, non-holiday prices for adults will be $589 for adults and $459 for seniors ages 65-69. The price increase on season passes represents a $20 increase over last year’s prices for adults, and a $10 increase on most other pass products. All pass prices will go up on Oct. 1. Payment plans are available, allowing guests to spread costs over several months. Mt. Bachelor will hold the line on single-day lift ticket prices this winter, with adult singleday tickets offered at $79; teen (ages 13-18) and senior (ages 65-69) will be $67, and youth (ages 6-12) and Seniors 70+ will be $47. The resort also released pricing on seasonal children’s programs offered by the resort’s newly re-branded “Gravity School” (formerly Snowsports School). The seasonal programs typically sell out prior the start of the season. Full season passes come with “Pass Perks.” Each full season pass holder is entitled to up to three days of skiing or riding at each of Mt. Bachelor’s sister resorts: Copper Mountain, Colorado; Boreal, California; Las Vegas Ski and Snowboard Resort in Nevada and Killington, Vermont. Teen, Youth and Child full season passes come with unlimited skiing or riding at these sister resorts. Seasonal children’s programs are offered in
Mule deer use the Highway 97 undercrossings near Sunriver.
Program: Oregon roads and wildlife Most wildlife species migrate between habitats, but roads often bisect wildlife migration paths with fatal consequences for both wildlife and humans. Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife Conservation biologist Simon Wray will discuss the new discipline of road ecology and elaborate on the recently installed Highway 97 wildlife passage structures. The program will be held Oct. 14, 7 p.m. at Father Luke’s Room at McMenamins Old St. Francis School, 700 NW Bond St. Downtown Bend. Admission is free, reservations required. Food and beverages will be served in the room before and during the lecture. Purchases of food and beverages in Father Luke’s Room helps support this popular lecture series. Reserve your spot, visit www.highdesertmuseum.org/rsvp
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Have some spare time on your hands and enjoy helping others and your community? There are numerous volunteer organizations within Sunriver and nearby communities that would welcome your donation of time. • Care & Share needs volunteers for two hours the last Friday of the month to help package and distribute food to those in need. Contact Madeline at 541-593-3653.
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• Citizen Patrol needs volunteers for a minimum of four hours a month. Members perform house checks, coordinate emergency evacuations and traffic control for community events. Candidates must be a Sunriver resident or property owner. Contact Carolyn Barr at 541-593-8397. • Sunriver Area Public Library needs help for a variety of tasks. Call 541-312-1086. • American Red Cross hosts a blood drive in Sunriver about every two months. Volunteers needed for 3.5 hours during the drive. Call 541-749-4111. • The Second Tern Thrift Store always needs a hand at the nonprofit store. Contact Gail Beeson at 541-598-7397. • The Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory has a variety of duties which
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Mt. Bachelor’s parent company sells Utah resort One of Utah’s largest ski areas was sold by Mt. Bachelor’s parent company, Powdr Corp., to Vail Resorts Inc. on Sept. 12, resolving a legal battle between two ski titans and paving the way for the creation of what could be the country’s largest resort. The $182.5 million deal, effective immediately, gives Vail the base area and parking lot at Park City Mountain Resort, as well as lifts and snow-making equipment. The Coloradobased company is already leasing the upper 3,000 acres of slopes, but couldn’t use them
without the base area owned by Powdr Corp. The sale ends a tumultuous couple of years for Utah’s most popular ski resort. In April 2011, Powdr Corp. missed its deadline to renew its lease by only a few days. The real estate company Talisker applauded the deal. Mt. Bachelor officials said the departure of one of Powdr Corporation’s largest resorts was unavoidable in the end. “The resorts that Powdr Corporation owns are not for sale,” said Drew Jackson, Mt. Bachelor’s marketing and
communications manager. “But the situation in Park City was very unique, and so the circumstances presented themselves and this opportunity presented itself such that the parent company felt it was the wise strategic decision to do.” When the two parts of the resort are connected with a lift in the future, the resulting 7,000-acre resort will be the largest in the country, said Vail CEO Rob Katz. “This is one of the most impactful opportunities our company has ever had,” said Katz.
Vail’s stock shot up about 11 percent on news of the deal. For the upcoming season, Vail will operate the two resorts separately. They’ll honor Park City passes or allow skiers to exchange for the company’s $749 Epic Pass, which allows access at 22 resorts, or a local version. The company will maintain the two names in the future, but the connection between the two will be seamless, said Katz. Powdr Corp. CEO John Cumming said his company entered the deal reluctantly, but it will give security to the city and the 2,000 employees who will stay in their current jobs. “Selling was the last thing we wanted to do, and while we believe the law around this issue should be changed, a protracted legal battle is not in line with our core value to be good stewards of the resort communities in which we operate,” Cumming said in a statement.
A judge ordered Park City evicted from the slopes in May after ruling the long-running fixture had missed a deadline to renew a decades-old sweetheart lease it got from a mining company. Though they continued the court battle, the two sides also started court-ordered mediation talks. Vail’s properties include resorts in the Lake Tahoe area and the Midwest as well as Utah and Colorado. Powdr owns seven major U.S. ski areas, from Vermont’s Killington to Oregon’s Mt. Bachelor. At one point, the legal battle between the ski titans put the upcoming season at risk, raising concerns about thousands of jobs and millions of sales dollars in Park City. Grub Steak Restaurant owner Hans Fuegi said the sale should relieve three years of tension,
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3D mammography for breast cancer screening now available in Central Oregon Bend Memorial Clinic is Central Oregon’s first provider to offer Hologic 3D Mammography for breast cancer screening. The new screening, which produces a three-dimensional view of the breast tissue that helps radiologists identify and characterize individual breast structures without the confusion of overlapping tissue from traditional mammography screenings, will be available to patients beginning Oct. 1. Breast cancer is second only to lung cancer as the leading cause of cancer deaths among women. Statistics indicate that one in eight women will develop breast cancer sometime in her lifetime, and the stage at which breast cancer is detected influences a woman’s chance of survival. “The five-year breast cancer survival rate is 96 percent if detected early, and this new technology gives us our best opportunity yet for early detection and diagnosis,” said Dr. James Ockner, Bend Memorial
Clinic radiologist. “We believe 3D mammography will benefit all screening and diagnostic mammography patients, and is especially valuable for women receiving a baseline screening, those who have dense breast tissue and women with a personal history of breast cancer.” In the June 25, 2014 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association, a groundbreaking study was published that found Hologic’s 3D mammography screening technology significantly increased cancer detection while simultaneously reducing the number of false positives. Researchers found that 3D mammography finds significantly more invasive or lethal cancers than a traditional mammogram. According to the study’s results, 3D mammography also reduces the number of women called back for unnecessary screenings due to false alarms. That reduces anxiety, as well as health care costs.
The Hologic 3D mammography screening experience is similar to a traditional mammogram. During a 3D mammography exam, multiple, low-dose images of the breast are acquired at different angles. These images are then used to
The project to expand the Deschutes County Adult Jail with 144 additional jail beds is nearing completion. On Friday, Oct. 3, 5-8 p.m., the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office invites citizens to participate an open house at the jail benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP). With an online donation of $100, individuals will be provided with a jail experience complete with a mug shot, hot meal, and jail bed in one of the new expansion cells. Each participant will leave with a bag of jail hygiene items and an exclusive wooden coin to commemorate the experience.
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Public notice: Asbestos in Sunriver
An environmental assessment performed in 2009 Sunriver Owners Association. found small amounts of asbestos-containing mate• Where are the asbestos-containing materials? rial (ACM) present in the soil at limited locations ACM has been encountered in discrete locations in Sunriver. The ACM is associated with a World on common property in Sunriver. It typically has War II U.S. Army camp (Camp Abbot) previously been found on the surface or within 12 inches of the located on the property that became Sunriver. Air surface. ACM has also been detected on a small Attention: Stan Roach that the ACM poses an testing has demonstrated number of private properties. It is possible that ACM E-mail / Faxlow No.:risk stan@salesmarksocialmedia.com extremely to people. Nevertheless, if ACM are present in soil in other areas. is encountered it must be properly Scheduled Run Date(s): 10-2, 10-9 managed and • What should I do if I see it? Do not disturb susdisposed of as required by the Oregon Department pectedFax materials. Contact the Air Quality Program From: Lisa at The Nugget Newspaper, Office 541-549-9941, 541-549-9940 of Environmental Quality. of Environmental Quality of Monday the Oregon Please read carefully, initial below and fax back by noon to Department 541-549-9940. Ads will run as shown at 541-633-2019 if suspect material is encountered • What is ACM? Asbestos-containing material in this proof for scheduled run dates noted above. Changes/corrections must be returned by the noon Monconsists of building materials or other substances on private property. Contact the Sunriver Owners day deadline; we are unable to guarantee any changes/corrections received after 3 p.m. Changes are not that contain one percent or more asbestos fibers. Association at 541-593-1522 if suspect material is accepted Tuesday ourbuilding early press deadline. encountered on common areas. Historically, ACMmorning includeddue floortotile, siding, roofing materials, automobile brake pads, insula• Where can I find additional information? The The Nugget assumes nomany responsibility for ads that runOregon incorrectly when this proof is not returned. Any tion, wall texture, and more materials. Department of Environmental Quality can errors• What become thetheresponsibility of the advertiser. Ad space reservation deadline is 5 p.m. Friday and candoes ACM in Sunriver look like? ACM provide additional information about asbestos and encountered in Sunriver soil generally consists of ACM. Information also can be obtained from the cellations are not accepted after that deadline. By reserving space, the advertiser agrees to pay in full for of building siding and floor tile, commonly DEQ Asbestos Program website www.deq.state. allshards advertising. between 1 and 6 inches in diameter. These materi- or.us/aq/asbestos/index.htm. The Sunriver Ownals may be greenish gray, light gray or other colors, ers Association can provide additional information Ad commonly OK, run asexhibit is. ribbed or grid patterns. about previous investigations in Sunriver, including and Samples of ACM are available for viewing at the examples of ACM. Run with changes (no proof required).
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The result The entire world-class, professionally built and maintained Bend area mountain bike trail system would be accessible for Sunriver mountain bike riders, trail runners and hikers. Advanced users could pick from loops ranging 15 to 100 miles or more in length, covering a vast swath of the Central Oregon Cascades. Beginners and families with children could use shorter, scenic loops. Timelines The plan for the connecting trails was developed in 2010. A steering committee (consisting of Bonnem and Sunriver residents Scott Hall and Jim Stone) formed in spring of 2012. A partnership agreement with the COTA was made, and in October 2012 the SROA Board of Directors issued a letter of
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but the news is bittersweet. “Most people have a lot of respect for not only the resort, but what John (Cumming) has done for the area,” said Fuegi, who welcomed the concept of a connected Canyons and Park City. “Geographically, quite frankly, it should have happened a long time ago,” he said. “From
Information: Sgt. Crystal Jansen, 541-317-3169. support for the concept. The new trail proposal was formally presented to the Forest Service in April 2013. Two reviews of the proposed routes were conducted in summer 2013. Refinements of the proposed trail routes were made this year. An environmental assessment of the project is pending. Public comment will probably be accepted in 2015 with construction beginning possibly by next year and continuing into 2016. Fundraising The steering committee is working on securing pledges to cover the costs of an environmental study, estimated around $20,000. “COTA has been very helpful and it looks like they can accept charitable donations on our behalf as they are a 501c3 organization,” he said. Information: Scott Hall, 541-306-0113. the topography and the terrain, it’s very easy to join these two resorts.” Lifts began running at what was then called Treasure Mountain in 1963, marking the start of the modern-day ski industry in the town about 30 miles east of Salt Lake City that hosted many of the events in the 2002 Winter Olympics. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Reprinted with permission of ktvz.com
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Top 12 places to find fall color in Central Oregon By Karly Hedrick, Deschutes Land Trust It’s easy to fall in love with Central Oregon in any season, but there’s something particularly enchanting about autumn. As summer turns to fall and the leaves transform into bright orange, gold, and reds, it’s the perfect time to get outside and enjoy nature. Here are a few of our favorite spots to revel in fall color in Central Oregon. Take a hike 1. Metolius Preserve South Fork: Land Trust protected Metolius Preserve has lots of hiking options with short and longer loops. The South Fork entrance has easy trails where you can find fall foliage along Lake Creek. 2. Metolius Preserve North Fork: Coniferous forests don’t always seem like the best choice to catch fall color, but come autumn the Western larch put on a color display. Breaking all the rules we learned in school about conifers, the feathery needles of the larch turn golden in the fall. You can find these fall beauties near the North Fork entrance of the Metolius Preserve. The North Fork entrance also offers access to longer trails, including a trail that links the preserve with Suttle Lake. If the vine maples are turning, this area is a stunning contrast of scarlet leaves against evergreen forests. 3. Shevlin Park: The park, located just outside of Bend, offers fall color hikes for those who don’t want to drive too far out of town. Access all your favorite fall hues with just a short walk along Tumalo Creek. 4. Tumalo Falls: If you catch it just right, vibrant bursts of color against rock cliffs and evergreens make a Tumalo Falls hike a good option to take in some fall color. Regardless, it’s a nice hike that doesn’t require too much driving. 5. Upper Deschutes River Trail: Head to the Upper Deschutes River Trail near the Slough Day Use Area for stands of brilliant aspen groves. The
Benham Falls area offers some spots of fall color as well. 6. Whychus Canyon Preserve: Head down into the canyon at Whychus Canyon Preserve to spot fall color along Whychus Creek. The preserve has great longer hikes with mountain vistas and canyon overlooks. Short stroll or picnic 7. Indian Ford Meadow Preserve: This little gem is one of the best places to take in bright yellow aspen against gorgeous meadow and mountain views and it’s minutes away from Sisters. Enjoy a picnic at Indian Ford Meadow Preserve and take a short walk out to a viewing platform and watch the sunset from the benches. Take your camera to record fleeting fall scenes. 8. Drake Park: A walk through Drake Park is a convenient way to take in the season. Orange and gold colors along
the banks of the Deschutes River are reflected in sparkling Mirror Pond. It’s definitely worth a short stroll after a date downtown for dinner. 9. Camp Polk Meadow Preserve: Take in the beautiful meadow, colorful cottonwoods, and bright aspen for a picnic at Camp Polk Meadow Preserve. If you’re there in October, get some inspiration for Halloween in nearby Camp Polk Meadow cemetery, the quirky resting place of area pioneers and more. Scenic drive or bike ride 10. McKenzie Pass: Not all glimpses of fall color have to be found on foot. Take a scenic drive or ride on McKenzie Pass. Beautiful year-round with fields of lava and gorgeous waterfalls, autumn is particularly spectacular when the vine maple turn rich red. 11. Mount Washington Drive: Take a trip down wind-
There are plenty of leafy tress around the Lodge core providing a chance to glimpse fall colors within Sunriver.
ing Mount Washington Drive in Bend’s westside. Pedal or drive and enjoy the tree-lined road, for a splendor of reds, oranges and yellows right in town. Fishing 12. Lower Deschutes River: If you’re planning an autumn fishing trip, get your fall fix at the Lower Deschutes. Fisherman and executive director Brad Chalfant named the lower Deschutes River as his
favorite place for fall. “Standing waist deep in the river steelheading, before the first rays peek over the canyon rim, the canyon walls and water start to glow. Add to that the changing foliage — turning yellow, rust and scarlet — and there is not better place to be in the fall.
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Citizens invited to their own fire academy Oregon State University Extension Service, together with Project Wildfire, Oregon Department of Forestry, local fire departments and other agencies are offering a Central Oregon Citizen Fire Academy (CFA) Oct. 8 through Nov. 19. In addition to gaining a foundation of fire science, this
program will develop skills and knowledge so that participants may help reduce the risk of catastrophic effects of wildfire for their home, neighborhood, and community. Class topics include: Fire science & ecology, home protection strategies, fire-resistant landscapes, evacuation plan-
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ning, fuels reduction strategies and more. The CFA program will be offered through a mix of online modules and experiential field tours. Full course description, agenda and registration available at http://extension. oregonstate.edu/deschutes/ central-oregon-citizen-fireacademy Classes are held at the Bend Fire Bend Fire Department, North Station and Training Center (6337 NW Jamison Street). The Oct. 8 first session, held 5-8 p.m., includes dinner. Registration is required. Course cost is $75 and includes all materials and transportation for field tours. To register, call 541-548-6088. For course information, contact Nicole at 541-548-6088 ext. 7955.
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City of Bend issues decision on OSU campus application Oregon State University – Cascades took a step closer to developing a four-year undergraduate campus on a 10-acre parcel it owns in southwest Bend, with the approval of a site plan application by the City of Bend’s hearings officer. Approval of the plan by hearings officer Ken Helm Sept. 2 includes certain conditions recommended by the city’s planning department, including public road crossing improvements and parking monitoring enhancements. The hearings officer’s review process included public meetings that took place in early June, when Helm heard input from about 250 community members who testified or submitted written comments. Plans for the campus site, which is located at the intersection of Southwest Century and Southwest Chandler avenues, include plans for buildings for academic space, dining and student housing, as well as for outdoor gathering spaces, parking and pathways. The facilities will accommodate a maximum of 1,960 students, faculty and staff, which reflects an additional 849 students than are currently taking classes from OSU-Cascades. “The site approval marks another exciting step towards a fouryear university for Bend and Central Oregon,” said Becky Johnson, OSU-Cascades vice president. “We appreciate the city’s and Mr. Helm’s thorough review of our application, as well as the extensive community input regarding the site plan.” OSU-Cascades officials anticipate the new campus will open in fall 2016 for undergraduates. Graduate programs will be conducted at the Graduate & Research Center, which is located a half-mile from the new undergraduate campus. University officials plan to accommodate the first freshmen in fall 2015 using classrooms in both Cascades Hall, where undergraduates currently take classes, and in the Graduate & Research Center while construction occurs on the new campus site. Opponents of the planned campus filed an appeal Sept. 15. In it’s 17 page notice of appeal, Truth in Site laid out 20 appeal issues and numerous errors they claimed were made by the city hearings officer, such as “rejecting out of hand” or “marginalizing” testimony from critics and their traffic engineer about traffic conditions and negative impacts the proposed campus would have. They claim the hearings officer erred when it found the college, planned initially on 10.4 acres, need not master plan the 46-acre former cinder pit north of the campus site which is being considered for possible future expansion. The foes claim the site’s traffic impact analysis and parking master plan “rely on different assumptions, particularly with
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Blues and boogie-woogie pianist to perform at SHARC Arthur Migliazza will kick off the Sunriver Music Festival’s fireside concert series with a performance Friday, Nov. 7 at SHARC. Known for his boogie-woogie blues style music Migliazza will dazzle Sunriver with his captivating personality and performance. This event will include a chili feed, local beers and round table seating. Tickets for youth 18 and under are $10 and adult tickets are $35. Doors will open at 5 p.m. with dinner served at
5:30 p.m. Migliazza began playing the piano professionally at the age of 13. He has been inducted into the Arizona Blues Hall of Fame, and was a finalist at the 2010 and 2014 International Blues Challenge. In 2005, Migliazza was awarded the TAMMY Award for best keyboardist in Tucson, Arizona, and in 2014 he received the best of the blues award for best keyboardist in Washington. His latest album, “Laying It
COCC offering community learning classes this fall Better bones & balance Central Oregon Community College’s Community Learning program is continuing the Better Bones & Balance Program in La Pine this fall. The Better Bones & Balance program is a community-based exercise program developed by researchers in the Bone Research Laboratory at Oregon State University. Research shows that targeted exercises later in life slows bone loss and improves strength and balance, which may reduce fall risk. Better Bones & Balance exercise classes are safe for individuals with osteoporosis and osteopenia and provide benefits for people of all ages. The program is appropriate for both active and sedentary people; exercises in each class are modified to suit individuals at varying levels of fitness. COCC Community Learning and St. Charles Health System Orthopedic Nurse Navigators partnered to make the Better Bones & Balance
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regard to pedestrian, bike and multi-modal travel,” and refers to the PMP as “unreasonably optimistic,” making the traffic analysis “flawed.” “The applicant has intentionally understated the scope of its project,” the foes claim. “It proposes to plunk a major state university on a two-
program available in La Pine. The fall class will meet Monday and Wednesday through Nov. 19 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Sabai Wellness located at 51366 Highway 97. Program cost is $79. Registration is required. To register, call (541) 383-7270. COCC Community Learning also offers Better Bones & Balance classes in Bend and Redmond. A grant from the St. Charles Foundation paid for the cost of training two new instructors and the purchase of equipment. Childbirth prep classes Central Oregon Community College’s Community Learning is now offering childbirth preparation classes. Tanya Stirewalt, a certified childbirth instructor, will lead the classes. Students will receive evidence-based information on the physiological and emotional aspects of labor and delivery through lecture, discussion, up-to-date video and hands-on practice. The course will also help students find confidence
and reduce anxiety about the birthing process. Birthing partners are also encouraged to register and attend. Cost for the two-day course is $89 per student. All classes will be held on the COCC Bend Campus. Classes are being offered on the following weekends: Oct. 18-19; Nov. 15-16 or Dec.1314. To register, call 541-383-7270 or register online at www.cocc.edu/ continuinged
Down,” is currently #1 on the Roots Music radio chart for Washington, and reached No. 20 on the national Roots Music radio chart. A common response to watching Migliazza perform is: “Wow, I didn’t know it was possible to play the piano like that!” For tickets or more information, call 541-593-1084, or email tickets@sunriver music.org
Sunriver Music Festival annual meeting Oct. 5 The Sunriver Music Festival’s annual meeting and volunteer appreciation event will be held Thursday, Oct. 10, 5 p.m. at Holy Trinity Church. The meeting will review the Sunriver Music Festival’s 2014 financials, festival highlights and the introduction of any board members nominated by the board of trustees president. Following the meeting, the festival’s numerous volunteers will be honored. Happy hour starts at 5 p.m., with the annual meeting getting under way at 5:30. The event is open to the public. Information: 541-593-1084.
lane local street, between busy existing roundabouts, and claims there will be no traffic impacts.” If the Bend City Council doesn’t hear the matter, an attorney for Truth in Site said his client likely will take the appeal to the Oregon Land Use Board of Appeals. Johnson called the appeal disappointing, and a waste of taxpayer money.
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SROA President’s Message: Decisions, decisions, decisions
sunriver owners association For many, fall means use of SROA’s back-to-school. For recreational SROA members, fall also amenities means the end of a busy November: summertime in Sunriver, approval of when thousands of ownamount of 2015 maintenance fee ers and visitors were here assessment enjoying our pathways, De c e m b e r : parks and pools. Fall Pat Hensley approval of also means shorter days, SROA’s 2015 crisper nights – and still lots of sunshine. It’s a glorious operating budget. Each of these decisions is time to be an SROA owner, based on months of work by whether we’re here full-time or SROA’s staff and Finance Compart-time. For the SROA Board of Di- mittee, as well as the board rectors, fall is the beginning of itself. In developing the 2015 a new board year, with decisions operating budget, for example, to be made. In particular, fall the staff and Finance Comis the season for financial deci- mittee actually started in Jansions. These essential, “nuts and uary 2014. Each month they bolts” decisions are necessary for compared actual results against SROA to provide – efficiently budget, using what they learned and effectively – the services in crafting the 2105 budget. that SROA’s members need Over the summer, SROA’s genand expect. These financial eral manager and department decisions include: heads undertook a mid-year September: approval of 3 “mini-budget process,” propercent discount for full pay- jecting results for the remainder ment of 2015 regular mainte- of 2014, and started formally nance fees by Jan. 31 (no, this developing the 2015 operatdiscount doesn’t apply to your ing budget. Over the fall, the SHARC assessments) Finance Committee and the October: approval of fees for board will hold frequent meet-
ings to study the proposed budget, with the decision scheduled for December. In making its decision on the budget, the board is guided by its Decision-Making Checklist. The board uses this checklist for all of its decisions – whether on approving the operating budget or deciding to reserve the North Pool for use by owners and their guests or any of a host of other decisions. And while the specific items on the checklist vary from decision to decision, they are all intended to answer this question: Based on the facts and data and weighing the costs and benefits, is this decision in the best interest of SROA owners as a whole? An example of the decision-making process is the decision – scheduled to be considered at the October board meeting – on the fees SROA will charge for use of its recreational facilities in 2015 – particularly SHARC and SROA’s tennis and pickleball courts. This decision comes early in the “budget season” in order to assist the approximately 1,300 SROA members whose
SROA board September meeting highlights The Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Board of Directors met Saturday, Sept. 20, 2014. Board members present: David Jendro, Mark Murray, Jim Fister, Bob Wrightson, Bob Nelson, Pat Hensley, Richard Wharton, Mike Gocke. Absent: Roger Smith. Staff present: Hugh Palcic, Brooke Snavely. Treasurer’s report As of Aug. 31, 2014 (unaudited/estimated) Revenues………..7,455,361 Expenses…...……6,631,815 Surplus (deficit)…..823,546 Owners forum -Bill Miller suggested the Design Committee review driveways during their survey of conditions of individual properties. He said a pathway is needed along Fort Rock Road to keep pedestrians and cyclists off the road. Miller said more parking needs to be created at the canoe takeout before next summer when the owners boat launch opens and he predicted more people will provide their own shuttle services. Miller suggested that SROA board members should be compensated in some fashion for the amount of time and effort they contribute to governing Sunriver. He sugPage 26
gested excusing maintenance fees for board members and estimated the financial impact around $10,000 annually. Association operations Administration: Staff and legal counsel participated in a second settlement conference between Sunriver Water LLC and the Oregon Public Utility Commission. Staff continued to work with an engineering consultant regarding the flooding in February; recommendations were expected soon. Accounting: Audits of employee retirement and health care plans were completed and approved. Assisted with the water rate case. Gathered documents in support of an audit of the Sunriver Service District’s year-end financial report. Filed documents to renew the association’s worker compensation plan and supported development of the 2015 budget. I.T.: Replaced three computers for Recreation. Analyzed use of the Sunriver Navigator mobile application. Through early September the app cost $18,300 and was downloaded 4,200 times with a retention rate of 66 percent. Denver, Colo., was the location where the app was most frequently downloaded outside Oregon. The app was downloaded and
utilized in at least 20 states and five countries. The most frequently called phone numbers from the app were to Blondie’s Pizza and El Corporal Mexican restaurant. SHARC was the most frequently visited website from the app. Communications: September advertising revenues declined 10 percent from one year ago but year to date revenue was three percent better than 2013 year to date. Visits to SROA’s five websites declined from August to September with the exception of the Sunriver Style which had seven percent more visits. Staff responded to questions about functionality of the mobile app and made lists of suggestions for future updates. Community Development: Project activity remained strong as summer closed out. The new building at the village for Brewed Awakenings Coffee was nearing completion. Orientation and training for Design Committee members continued. A handout regarding project review and decision guidelines was developed and disseminated. Environmental Services: War on Weeds Day yielded almost 80 bags of noxious weeds pulled by volunteers. The Sunriver Weed Abatement Corps con-
SROA properties are vacation rental houses. These owners are already receiving bookings for summer 2015 and want to be able to plan ahead. Of course, the projected revenue from these recreational access fees will be an important element of SROA’s overall 2015 operating budget. Fees charged for access to SROA recreational amenities have been the focus of a board/ staff work group appointed by the board in early 2013. This work group, which meets monthly, has evaluated our amenities-access programs and will recommend any needed changes to the board. Throughout, the work group has been guided by these goals and objectives: • Treat SROA members equitably • Cover SROA’s operating costs • Make sure those who use our recreational amenities bear the costs • Minimize SROA’s administrative costs • Provide steady sources of revenue • Give preference to SROA
members • Build up a “rainy day fund” • Minimize fraud or “gaming the system” • Provide the optimal owner and guest experience (including tackling crowding) • Base decisions on facts and data. You’ll notice that one of the goals is “cover SROA’s operating costs.” We are all interested in whether SHARC is covering its costs and owners sometimes ask whether it’s true that SHARC is “losing money hand over fist.” The answer? No. In fact, the SHARC is carrying the costs of other SROA amenities. Over the year ahead, the board will make a wide variety of decisions. Some will involve implementing the decision to reserve the North Pool for owners and guests accompanying them. There may be decisions relating to the boat launch that our members approved in August. Other opportunities – or challenges – may arise. Whatever decision we are asked to make, the board’s goal is to make the best decision in the interest of SROA owners as a whole.
tinued the weed removal effort through September. Staff provided site visits regarding tree removal requests on private properties. Public Works: Supported the Recreation Department in preparing all tennis courts for tournaments and provided set up and take down service for the John Hiatt/Taj Mahal concert at SHARC. Replaced pathway markings including crosswalk bars, location numbers, yield and stop bars. Responded to minor damage caused by runoff from August thunder and hail storm, swept pine needles off pathways. Planned new signs on SROA pathways for the Lava Lands trail. Shepherded the owners boat launch project through the permitting process. Recreation/SHARC: August was plagued by storms on an almost daily basis that forced numerous closures of the pools and outdoor areas at SHARC. Staff did a great job managing the crowds. The second year of Turf Tunes concerts enjoyed higher attendance despite a rainout of one of them. Peter McDonald, head coach of the men’s tennis team at Gonzaga University, taught tennis lessons in Sunriver the week of Aug. 11-15. He is planning to come back in 2015. Board actions: -Approved minutes of the
Aug. 16 regular board meeting and annual meeting, as amended. -Approved the August financial report. -Approved committee and task force actions including: End of term service departures of Pat Arnold from Environmental, Jack MacDonald and Gail Manary from Nominating, Joyce Hart from Public Works and Scott Hartung from Covenants. Resignations of: Linda Gocke, Michal Haller and Adrienne Wallace from Election. Appointments to a first term of service for: Ginny Adams to Environmental, Sandra Kendle and Pat Hensley to Finance. Approved appointments to a second term of service to: Kathie Thatcher and Jim Vidal to Covenants, Jayne Meister to Election, Tim Battrell, Andy Elsbree and Mal Murphy to Environmental and Richard Jenkinds to Public Works. Approved committee chair appointments of: Kathie Thatcher to Covenants, Curt Wolfe to Design, Jayne Meister and Kathie Thatcher to Election co-chair, Rae Seely to Environmental, Mike Gocke to Finance, Katie Hall and Barbara Wade to Nominating co-chair, Jane Boubel to Public Affairs and Community Planning Turn to Board, page 28
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Donate unused guest passes Any homeowners with unused 2014 recreation guest passes, please consider donating these for use by the youth of south Deschutes County. If interested, please drop passes off at the SHARC’s HOID office anytime.
Looking back on the summer Sunriver is a special place to live and work. We are thankful for all of the support given to us by the Sunriver Owners Association and the Sunriver community. We know that without you our program would not exist. I also want to thank the entire tennis staff for creating a fun and energetic environment every day. With everyone’s support, Sunriver Tennis experienced year to year growth in the program. Next year I am excited to be bringing back the same tennis pros, Jake Hendrie and Jose Pinto, and we look forward to carrying this momentum into next season. See you in June! – Jake Davis, Sunriver Tennis Program Director SHARC Fall Operating Hours Open Swim (indoor only): • Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. • Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.8:30 p.m. • Sunday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Swim Lessons: Six 30 minute classes Mondays and Wednesdays Oct. 6-22. • Level 1: 3:45-4:15pm; Level 2: 4:30-5pm • Levels 3 & 4: 5:155:45pm. $40 for SROA members with current ID; $45 for general public.
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? Three convenient alternatives to sending a monthly check are available to Sunriver property owners. 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 a coupon, by USPS 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.
Electronic funds transfers The second 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.sunrive rowners.org. You’ll receive an enrollment form instead of a coupon book, saving everyone time and money. 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 assessment and receive the three percent discount, fill out the form below or online and select the “Annual Prepayment Invoice” option. Once you receive the invoice in the mail or by email, 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
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Lap Swim: • 6-10am Monday through Thursday (one lane available 9-10 a.m.) • Evening lap swim 6:30-7:30 p.m. one lane available. Master Swim: • Monday and Wednesday 10-11am. Adult structured workouts to refine and strengthen swim technique in freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. Drop in fee: $5 for SROA member with current ID. $7 general public. SUNRIVER SCENE •
Water Fitness: • Monday through Thursday, 9-10 a.m. Water-based, low-impact workout perfect for all levels and abilities. Bring swimsuit, towel, water bottle, and water shoes. Drop in fee $5 for SROA member with current ID, $7 general public.
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e! t a D e h t Save CivilWar at SHARC Saturday, Nov. 29 Kickoff Time TBA A fundraiser for New Generations Early Childhood Development Center. Enjoy the pre-game tailgate party 60 minutes before gametime in Benham Hall or join us to watch just the game on the big 130” screens. The event includes raffles of OSU/UO items and other fun prizes. There will be a “hangout” room with arts, crafts and games for children. Tailgate party RSVP required by 5 p.m. Nov. 25 at SHARC or call 541-585-3147. where you can pay the amount shown on your coupon. 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 the 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 December 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
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o Email me the Annual Prepayment Coupon o Email me the Monthly Payment Coupons o USPS mail me the Annual Prepayment Coupon* o USPS mail me the Monthly Payment Coupon Book o USPS mail me an Enrollment Form for Electronic Funds Transfer of monthly payments Name: ___________________________________________ Email: ____________________________________________ Sunriver property: __________________________________
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY 6-digit customer ID #: ___________________________
Return completed form by November 14 to: SROA - Coupon PO Box 3629 Sunriver, OR 97707 You can also fill out & submit this form online at www.sunriverowners.org<Online Office or send your request to jamiek@srowners.org
We have a variety of animal-themed shirts Not all sizes available in all styles Available M-F, 8-5 at the SROA admin office 57455 Abbot Drive • 593-2411
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Legacy of cooperative water management honored with Bob Main Award The Deschutes River Conservancy (DRC) awarded the first ever Bob Main Award to Kyle Gorman of the Oregon Water Resources Department at the DRC’s 8th Annual RiverFeast dinner. The award was created in memory of Bob Main (1943-2013) to recognize an individual who is dedicated to shaping innovative solutions to complex water management issues in the Deschutes Basin. Main was the first individual from the Oregon Water Resources Department to hold a stakeholder position on the Deschutes River Conservancy Board of Directors. Before retiring in 2001, Main was the Region Manager for the South Central Region which includes the Deschutes, the Klamath and Lake Basins. Main had a passion for water management and collaborative river restoration in the Deschutes Basin and a desire to teach people about
Kyle Gorman receives the Bob Main Award.
the process. Of his many contributions, he notably helped the State of Oregon and Tumalo Irrigation District navigate the first water rights transfer to protect water instream in Tumalo Creek in the 1990s. As the current South Central Region Manager and a long-time board member of the Deschutes River Conservancy, it was fitting that the first Bob Main Award be given to Kyle Gorman.
Gorman has worked for the Oregon Water Resources Department in many capacities since 1990 and thought of Bob Main as a mentor and friend. “I was honored to be recognized with this award,” said Gorman. “I worked with Bob for over 20 years and in that time, I learned a great deal about cooperative water management, collaboration and the intricacies of Deschutes River management. He was always looked upon as a source and wealth of information about many things but especially the Deschutes River Basin. I have tried to emulate and do the best that I can to carry on this legacy. I know that trying to fill his shoes would be impossible, so I do the best I can and do things that would have made him proud.” Bob Main’s children, and his wife, Liz, were present for the unveiling of the new award and were moved to see Main’s legacy recognized.
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dividual who is passionate about water related issues and dedicated to helping to shape innovative solutions for a greater water management strategy for the Deschutes Basin. The DRC has been working cooperatively with the region’s stakeholders since 1996 to restore over 200 cubic feet per second (cfs) to the rivers and streams of Central Oregon. For more information: www.deschutesriver.org
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-Tabled a draft policy regarding a confidentiality agreement for those serving the association in various capacities. -Authorized the president to provide a statement supporting the Frontier Observatory for Research in Geothermal Energy. -Authorized the board president and general manager to execute UW 160 Oregon Public Utilities Commission Settlement Agreement based on the fundamentals outlined in the PUC’s second proposed Settlement Agreement dated 9/4/14. (See story page 1). -Received a board orientation from the general manager. The meeting adjourned approximately 12:30 p.m. The next scheduled SROA board work session is Friday, Oct. 17, 9 a.m., followed by the regular meeting Saturday, Oct. 18, 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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and Richard Jenkins to Public Works. Approved board liaison assignments of: Roger Smith to Design, David Jendro to Environmental, Mike Gocke to Finance, Bob Nelson to Public Affairs/Community Planning, Mark Murray to Public Works and Roger Smith to Recreation. -Approved appointing Roger Smith as SROA assistant secretary and David Jendro as assistant treasurer for 2014-2015. -Approved 2014-2015 board signatories. -Approved renewal of workers compensation insurance. The premium decreased $5,800 from the previous year. -Approved amendments to the Sunriver Service District, Sunriver Owners Association and Deschutes County Management Agreement. -Approved a 3 percent discount to owners who pay their regular maintenance fees, excluding special purpose assessments, in full by the end of January 2015. (See story page 27).
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“We thank the DRC for creating a special award that honors Bob’s vision and legacy,” said Liz Main. “Bob believed all stakeholders need to be at the table to determine the future of the river we love. We are so pleased that the first recipient of this award will be Kyle, in recognition of his work toward this important goal.” The Deschutes River Conservancy plans to give this award annually to an in-
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Deschutes County receives federal grant for communications equipment By Sgt. Nathan Garibay In July, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office applied for a Homeland Security (State Homeland Security Program) grant. On Sept. 4, the Sheriff’s Office was notified of a $207,563 award for interoperable communications equipment. The funds will provide modern multiband portable radios for first responder agencies throughout Deschutes and Crook Counties. These radios will function on multiple systems throughout the tri-county area allowing communications during mutual aid or multi-jurisdictional events.
Fall River anglers asked to report tagged trout
Agencies to receive radios include: • Deschutes County Sheriff ’s Office • Deschutes County Road Department • Bend Fire Department • Bend Public Works • Redmond Fire and Rescue • Redmond Public Works • Crooked River Ranch Fire and Rescue • Black Butte Ranch Fire Department • Black Butte Ranch Police • Sisters/Camp Sherman Fire Department • Cloverdale Fire District • Sunriver Fire Department • Sunriver Police Department • La Pine Rural Fire Protection District • Crook County Sheriff ’s Office • Crook County Road Department • Crook County Fire and Rescue The radios will be compatible with an expected future regional radio network, which has the potential to decrease costs. The funds are provided by the Department of Homeland Security through Oregon Emergency Management (OEM). Applications from 25 jurisdictions representing 79 projects, requesting a total of $7,005,517 in funding were submitted in a competitive process. The grant review committee and OEM’s Management Team, after careful review and deliberation, are funding 49 projects totaling $3,069,600. The purpose of the State Homeland Security Program is to address the identified planning, organization, equipment, training, and exercise needs to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from acts of terrorism and other catastrophic events.
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The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) requests that anglers fishing Fall River convey their catch information to assist in evaluating relative performance and migration patterns of hatchery rainbow trout. In order to get a better understanding of catch rates and movement, ODFW Floy tagged 1,200 hatchery rainbow trout
and released them into Fall River. Snorkel surveys conducted by ODFW staff and adequate angler catch data will be critical to assess the fishery. Anglers who catch a hatchery rainbow trout that contains a colored Floy tag located near the dorsal fin should report the color of the tag and the approximate location to ODFW. Six different colored Floy tags were used
including orange, pink, white, yellow, green, and blue. To report a Floy tagged fish, please provide your information via e-mail, phone, or in person to ODFW, Deschutes Watershed District, 61374 Parrell Road, Bend, Oregon, (541) 388-6363, erik.r.moberly@state.or.us Please do not remove the Floy tag if the fish is released back into the water.
Forest Service, UDRC agree to fuels reduction work together The Deschutes National Forest and the Upper Deschutes River Coalition signed an agreement in August to work cooperatively on fuels reduction work within the 26 neighborhoods and communities that make up the Upper Deschutes River Coalition (UDRC) area. Significantly, the agreement will allow fuel reduction work to occur both on private lands and national forest lands, recognizing that private land fuel treatments are as important as public land treatments to prevent the effects of a large wildfire. The UDRC will provide
funding and volunteers for work on the private lands and the Forest Service will provide expertise in fuels management planning and implementation. The Forest Service will provide additional skilled workforce and specialized equipment for activities like brush mowing, prescribed burning, hazard tree falling and ladder fuel reduction thinning that the UDRC does not have. This agreement is the first of its kind in Central Oregon; however, the Deschutes National Forest has worked with private landowners on fuels management projects
in the past. One significant project occurred on private lands along Skyliner Road in Bend, which allowed for safe staging of emergency equipment during the Two Bulls Fire in June of this year. “Many of our neighborhoods will benefit from this partnership. This project will continue for many years on both private and public lands within the 69,000 plus acres of our Wildland/ Urban Interface Region,” wrote Carl Jansen, UDRC president. “Thank you to all who were involved in making this happen.”
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Q:SROA intervened in the Sunriver Water Company rate case recently adjudicated by the Oregon Public Utility Commission. What did you learn as a member of the intervening party? A: At the time of answering this question for the Scene, the water rate case proposed by Sunriver Water to the Oregon Public Utilities Commission remains open. Therefore, I wish not to presume too far in advance other than to say that it appears that a significant amount of progress has been made to date. Recently, the SROA Board of Directors reviewed the proposed settlement alongside the recommendations and findings of the association’s engineering and accounting consultants and agreed to the essential terms of the settlement negotiated by SROA staff and legal counsel. And while the Sunriver Water Company, Oregon Public Utilities Commission and the SROA Board are in agreement with the terms proposed in this latest settlement, work still remains to be done before this rate case is complete. What I can say at this moment is that SROA intervened in this rate proceeding in an effort to: Ensure that Sunriver Water Company provides safe and adequate service to SROA and its members in exchange for fair and reasonable rates. Gain a better understanding
Hugh Palcic Owners are welcome to submit questions to be answered in this column. Email to brookes@srowners.org by the 12th of the month.
of the Sunriver Water Company’s operations in order to improve SROA’s relationship with the Sunriver Water Company now and into the future. As it stands at the moment, it is my belief that SROA has achieved its initial goals and objectives regarding this matter. Q: With the board’s decision on dedicating the North Pool for the membership in 2015, what can you tell us as to how that will work? A: It’s true. Members and their accompanied guests will have the North Pool all to themselves for 2015 season. All that is necessary is a valid Homeowner ID card and you’ll be in! Those members of the family who have a valid “extended family” access card will also be welcome. Accompanied guests can gain admission to this pool for either a member/ guest discounted admission fee or through the use of a guest pass. No sooner had the decision to dedicate this pool been made then suggestions and ideas for facility enhance-
ments started springing up. Thoughts of a barbecue area, horseshoe pits, picnic tables, hosting summertime potlucks and member functions were all offered up for future consideration. Staff has also been involved in researching possibilities and doing some long range planning for the facility. For instance, the property trade with the Sunriver Resort a couple of years ago affords SROA added land near the current pool complex. Considering that the facility’s fence is scheduled to be replaced in the near future, do we weigh the possibility of increasing the lounging areas by rebuilding the facility fence line further to the east? Rightsizing our future staffing needs and re-writing some of the facility policies will also need careful study. I must also stress that the board has authorized this facility dedication solely for the 2015 season at the moment and will most certainly be evaluating how well received their decision has been via member attendance during the year. This kind of evaluation and careful study has been the hallmark of effective board decision-making. I encourage all members to visit the North Pool next year and experience firsthand the privilege and benefit of being a member of the Sunriver Owners Association.
Vacation Home Maintenance
Is your home ready for winter? It’s time to start preparing is the equivalent to leaving your home to make sure it a window open when the air can efficiently handle colder conditioner is running. While sometimes not as weather. “There are many small, noticeable as a chimney draft, low-hassle items you can ice is another danger. It can complete to ‘winterize’ your build up in gutters quickly home,” says David Andreozzi, if there is debris there from principal of Andreozzi Ar- previous seasons. In order for chitects and the American ice to melt and drain properly, Institute of Architect’s (AIA) drains must be clear. Clean National Chair of CRAN, your gutters when it’s warm the AIA’s Custom Residential to prevent clogs and costly Architects Network. “Prep- replacements. ping your home for the season ensures you aren’t dealing Remember watering systems This is especially important with major issues when they are harder to tackle, and can for new home buyers who prevent costly repairs come may not think to look for this. Water trapped in an outdoor springtime.” To help homeowners pre- faucet, spigot or irrigation pare, Andreozzi offers the system can cause a pipe to burst if ice settles inside. Make following advice. it part of your winterizing Check chimneys and gutters routine to ensure that outdoor Regular checks of your plumbing and pipes are clear chimneys and gutters are before temperatures drop. both safety-smart and wallet-friendly. Fireplace dampers Designing for weather In the design process of your should be closed and functioning properly to protect home, it is important that your against drafts and keep heating home is sealed correctly to costs down. Leaving a damper account for local weather. An open or using a broken one architect can advise on how to prevent unwanted drafts. If you have an older home or apartment, use self-adhesive weather stripping to seal cracks in windows and doors, too.
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Create a timetable The change of seasons means maintenance. Create a checklist of tasks with a timetable so you are never scrambling at the last minute. Small items that often slip between the cracks can be taken care of in a timely fashion – like changing batteries in smoke detectors or cleaning the pilots of the heating system. Andreozzi recommends using a professional twice a year to help tick off some of the trickier items, such as sealing windows. To ensure that you’re hitting all of the pain points, an architect can help you formulate a full checklist to make the most out of your prep work. To find an architect in your area, visit http://architectfind er.aia.org By preparing now, you can save time and money later. Source: StatePoint SUNRIVER SCENE •
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Sunriver Pets: Halloween hazards By Dr. Wendy Merideth All Hallows’ Eve is around the corner and there are some scary situations you will want to avoid concerning your pets. Xylitol Xylitol is an artificial sweetener found in sugar-free candies and gums. If your dog ingests xylitol, seek veterinary attention immediately as the toxic effects develop quickly. Xylitol toxicity causes severe hypoglycemia resulting in weakness, vomiting, seizures, coma, or death. It can also cause liver necrosis (destruction of liver tissue). One to two pieces of xylitol-containing gum can be toxic, especially to a little dog. Monsters at the door Repeated doorbells and knocks at the door, followed
by the appearance of trick-or-treattrick-or-treat ers can terrify some dogs and cats. Ensure your animals do not take fright and make a run for it. Secure anxious pets in a part of the house away from the front door and play soft music to dull the noise. Dietary indiscretion Should your four-legged friend help herself to the candy dish, you can try to induce vomiting with three percent hydrogen peroxide. Call your veterinarian for the dose or to see if they recommend immediate veterinary care. Some candies are
Matsutake mushroom season under way Four national forests in Oregon are open for harvest of matsutake mushrooms through Nov. 2. The mushroom season opened Sept. 2 on the Deschutes, Fremont-Winema, Umpqua and Willamette national forests. Permits are available during regular business hours at the Chemult and Crescent ranger district offices. Anyone harvesting matsutake mushrooms on national forest land must purchase a commercial harvest permit. Permits cost $200 for the 62-day season, $100 for a half season permit (valid for 31 consecutive days) or $8 per day with a three-day minimum purchase (picking days need not be consecutive). Harvesters must be 18 years of age or older and have a valid ID in order to purchase a permit. Regular office hours are Monday-Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Chemult Ranger District, 110500 Hwy 97 North, Chemult; and 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Crescent Ranger District, 136471 Hwy 97 North, Crescent. Permits are also available at other ranger district offices of the Deschutes, Fremont-Winema, Umpqua, and Willamette national forests. Each purchase of a permit will include an informational synopsis and map. The map shows areas open to harvest. Areas closed to harvest include Crater Lake National Park, Newberry National Volcanic Monument, HJ Andrews Experimental Forest, and Research Natural Areas, Wilderness areas, Oregon Cascades Recreation SUNRIVER SCENE •
Area, campgrounds and other posted closed areas. The Forest Service requires commercial harvesters to have written permission from the agency to camp on any national forest, except in designated camping areas. A campground for harvesters has been established at Little Odell Mushroom Camp near Crescent Lake. Hoodoo Recreation Services manages the camp. The per-person rate for camping is $125 for the full two month season, $75 for a half-season and $40 per week. Site occupancy allows up to eight persons and two vehicles. Water, garbage, and toilet services are provided. Contact Hoodoo at 541-338-7869 or www.hoodoo.com for additional information. For more information about the matsutake mushroom program contact one of these participating forest service offices: Chemult Ranger District at 541365-7001, Crescent Ranger District at 541-433-3200, Umpqua National Forest at 541-9573255, or the Willamette National Forest at 541-225-6300. Mushroom harvesters are reminded that due to extreme fire danger within the Fremont-Winema and Deschutes National Forests public use restrictions are in effect and must be followed. For information on these restrictions, harvesters can call 541-947-6249 (Fremont-Winema NF) or 541433-3200 (Deschutes NF). The Umpqua NF and Willamette NF had no public use restrictions at press time.
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more dangerous than others. Eating a large amount of candy can also result in pancreatitis, a painful condition that requires immediate attention. There is trickor-treating year round here at Sunriver Veterinary Clinic. We enjoy giving treats to our patients when they come in for a visit. Please come by with your pets for some treats from our staff. That way they won’t always associate us as frightful things. Happy Halloween! Sunriver Veterinary Clinic, 56815 Venture Lane, is open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed for lunch 12-1 p.m. (541) 5938128.
Annual appreciation event The Upper Deschutes River Coalition’s (UDRC) seventh annual appreciation event will be held Saturday, Oct. 18, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at the Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic & Recreation Center (SHARC). The event features a barbecue, partner information tables, updates on issues and programs, a silent auction and a raffle. “Come listen, learn and discuss with your fellow neighbors and community partners about our region and how we can all become better stewards of our watershed,” said the event brochure. Festivities begin at 11 a.m. with a social time, viewing of silent auction items and sales of Sunriver Brewing
Company beer. A tri-tip barbecue lunch will be served at noon followed by speakers from UDRC, the Deschutes National Forest, the Oregon Department of Forestry, and the Deschutes County Commissioners. Volunteer and Partner of the Year awards and announcement of raffle prize drawing winners conclude the presentations. Organizers hope to raise $6,000 during the event to support future UDRC operations and projects. Raffle tickets are one for $5 or three for $10. Reservations are required by Oct. 10 to jhubbard@ chamberscable.com or 541390-9798.
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is rife. Cameras monitor every aspect of the children’s lives. They By Deon Stonehouse beard, solitary existence, and lack In a future world the gene are demeaned, controlled, and Some talented authors will be of social graces keep him apart. associated with violent crime has in fear of the demerits that will in Sunriver! Tuesday Nov. 11 at The sisters have barely arrived at been identified; the children who judge their suitability to reenter 5:30 p.m. Craig Johnson, author their father’s Teepee when they carry it are housed in reformato- civilian life someday. A band of religious zealots of the popular Walt Longmire find the body of a woman float- ries. The idea starts as a way to series set in Wyoming, returns ing in the Crooked River. Numb take these at-risk children, train called Zeroes has another solution – the chilwith his latest, “Wait for Signs,” from the death of dren carrying a collection of short stories fea- their mother, the this gene must turing our favorite sheriff. Craig girls do not tell be purified Johnson’s event will be held at of their disturbby fire. Only SHARC. Sign up early to attend; ing discovery. Of when the earth he is an entertaining speaker. course, the police, is cleansed of Valerie Geary aided by an abunthem will the Saturday, Oct. 18 at 5 p.m., dance of incrimenvironmenValerie Geary will give a presen- inating evidence, tal degradatation on “Crooked River,” set in focus in on Bear as tion that has Central Oregon. This engrossing the prime suspect. been wreakdebut tells the story of two sisters Both girls know Valerie Geary, Peyton Marshall, and Urban Waite will give ing havoc on who see the world very different- Bear is innocent; presentations on their latest novels. the planet be ly but overcome their youth and Sam from all the cured. James, grief in a quest for justice. summers spent in them to control their impulses, the story’s engaging protagonist, Sam McAlister was 15, her his gentle care, Ollie because the then release at maturity those best arrives at the Ione Goodhouse sister Ollie 10 the year their spirits of the departed have told able to reintegrate with society. after Zeroes destroy his former mother died suddenly shattering her so. A killer is loose, their The rest, those unable to control facility in La Pine Oregon killing their sheltered lives in Eugene, father on a fast track to jail, and their impulses, would be more everyone he knew. Traumatized Ore. The sisters’ father, Bear, two young girls are alone in their closely monitored. It doesn’t and lonely, he finds the Ione has never been a stable presence. quest to make things right. Geary sound horrific. Who isn’t in favor Goodhouse harsh. He lives without electricity in uses the spectacular landscape of of curbing vicious crime? But James is a likeable character; a Teepee erected in a meadow Central Oregon beautifully. The separating a population, marking you will want him to do well. along the Crooked River near story grabs you from the first them as “other” never turns out Bethany, a free-spirited technoTerrebonne, Ore. Honey gath- page and keeps you involved as well and this is no exception. logical whiz kid, takes a shine ered from beehives brings him a secrets are revealed and it moves Marshall sets her story in to James complicating his life modest income, enough to pay a to the dramatic conclusion. the infamous Preston Youth immeasurably. Her father is the paltry rent to the farmer whose Peyton Marshall Correctional Facility in Ione, medical director at the facility Saturday, Oct. 25 at 5 p.m. meadow he calls home. Calif., a place of horrible cruelty and may possess secrets dangerSam spent several summers Peyton Marshall will give a prethat marked many young lives ous to James. The scenes with with her father in the mead- sentation on “Goodhouse.” Marand in La Pine. The fictional Bethany zing with a wild energy; ow; for Ollie it’s all new and shall’s novel shows a flair for “Goodhouse” lives up to the she may be James’ salvation or alien. Bear is an outsider in the getting to the heart of the matter legacy. Violence among students his doom. community; his bushy hair and with memorable characters. Peyton Marshall tells a chilling story of a future world where fear, bigotry and surveillance are allowed full expression and free-thinking is curbed. Her characters have such strong humanity; they will make you root for them. 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“Sometimes the Wolf.” We are honored to be able to share this author with the community. Deputy Bobby Drake has been living down his father’s legacy for 12 years. His father, Patrick, was Sheriff in their small town in the foothills of Washington’s North Cascade Mountains until he was sent to prison for running drugs. Now he is out on parole and Bobby is not sure how he feels about the man. Bobby’s whole life changed course when his father was arrested; resentments simmer under the surface. He is responsible for his father yet worried that he cannot trust the man; there are so many things that feel odd for him. When his father went to prison Bobbie took over the two-bedroom family home. Having his father in the smaller of the bedrooms, Bobby’s childhood room, while he shares the bigger room with his wife, Sheri, feels strange. Sheri kept in touch with Patrick over the years of his incarceration; she feels sympathy for the man, considers his debt to society paid and that he deserves a new chance. There is tension in the marriage. On his father’s first day of freedom a wolf is spotted. Bobby has been helping Fish and Wildlife Officer Ellie Cobb hunt poachers. Ellie, excited about the return of these magnificent predators, wants Bobby to help her track and collar the animal. But the past is not finished with the Drakes. There are bad men who have unfinished business with Patrick and an easy acquaintance with violence. The past still has secrets to reveal. Waite writes gritty, sharply drawn novels. Their sense of place adds to the reading pleasure as the dark quiet of the mountains sets the tone of this suspenseful story. Author events are free; they include light refreshments and door prizes. Sign up to attend by e-mailing sunriverbooks@ sunriverbooks.com calling 541593-2525 or stopping by Sunriver Books & Music.
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Banned books among October reading materials By Deon Stonehouse Banned Book Week this year was Sept. 21-27. It is probably no surprise that we are not in favor of the banning or censoring of books. Annually, to acknowledge Banned Book Week, our Fiction Book Club selects a banned book. This year’s selection is “Zorro” by Isabel Allende to be discussed Oct. 6. Allende gives the reader a new view of Zorro, beginning her story with the courtship between an untamable Shoshone warrior and a Spanish Hidalgo, proud of the puri purity of his linage. Their son, Diego, would grow to manhood with a passion for justice and a willingness to put his life on the line, again and again. Diego has quite the hair raising childhood, prone to wicked conspiracies to overthrow bullies, sometimes involving the use of a wild bear. As he grows older, his opponents become more challenging and more deadly. Sent as a teenager from
his California home to Spain, he studies, becomes a master at fencing, and matures but remains a trickster. The story is great fun to read. It encourages an open mind and the willingness to stand up for the rights of the oppressed. Oct. 13 the Mystery Book Club discusses a novel set in Italy. “The Light In The Ruins” by Chris Bohjalian begins in 1955; a woman in an apartment in Florence will open her door to a killer, a monster who cuts the heart out of his victim. Before WWII the Rosati family lived well in their Tuscan estate, Villa Chimera. There were two handsome sons, a beautiful daughter, and a daughter in-law who gave them two boisterous grandchildren. They were a happy family until the ominous clouds of WWII roll across their serene blue sky. The terror began the day a German and an Italian officer visited Villa Chimera demanding to see the Etruscan ruins located on the estate. The Germans were moving antiquities from Italy to Germany; the Italian Army had little influence to stop the pillaging by their
stronger ally. As the war turns against the Germans, life at Villa Chimera becomes more complicated. Now, a decade later, Francesca Rosati lies dead in her modest apartment, her heart cut from her body. It will be the task of detective Serafina to discover the identity of this brutal killer. Serafina also bears scars from the war; she fought against the Nazis with the Partisans. The sese crets of the past may be intruding on the present. As Bohjalian takes the reader back into WWII, he does so skillfully, presenting Italian soldiers in Mussolini’s army, Partisans, and Germans as complex characters. There can be good or bad on either side. “The Light in the Ruins” is one of the best works of fiction I have read on WWII with vivid, complicated characters. Oct. 20 the Classics Book Club discusses “Midnight’s Children” by Salman Rushdie, winner of the Best of the Bookers Prize in 2008. Rushdie is probably best known for writing “Satanic Verses” and
the subsequent fatwa calling for his murder and putting a bounty on his head. Bookstores (Cody’s on Telegraph Avenue and several in the UK) were actually bombed just for carrying the book! People died and were injured for “Satanic Verses.” Its Japanese translator was killed, Turkish translator attacked, Italian translator stabbed, and Norwegian publisher shot. The publicity around “Satanic Verses” overshadows the awarding winning “Midnight’s Children” but both are marvelous examples of the well-written word. “Midnight’s Children” is the story of partition, full of historic resonance. Saleem Sinai is born at the stroke of midnight Aug. 15, 1947, his twin the new nation of independent India. But Saleem has another twin of sorts; he was switched at birth
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Sunriver Service District Managing September meeting summary public safety The Sunriver Service District held its regular meeting Sept. 18. Board members present: Ron Angell, Debra Baker, Mike Gocke, Mark Murray, Greg Keller (via conference call). Staff present: Art Hatch, Marc Mills. Public input -None. Financial report: As of Aug. 31, 2014 (unaudited) Resources………2,362,488 Requirements……704,072 Police wages & benefits…………..231,398 Police materials & services……………17,871 Fire wages & benefits…………..365,501 Fire materials & services…………….35,947 Bike Patrol…………39,109 Non-departmental…14,243
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Board actions -Approved the minutes of the Aug. 14 regular meeting. -Approved payment of $16,471 to SROA for administrative and vehicle maintenance services rendered in August and rent of space for police and fire. -Approved the July 31 financial statement. -Approved payment of $10,597 for COLES (Central Oregon Law Enforcement Services) and CODE (Central Oregon Drug Enforcement) assessments for 2014-2015. -Approved payment of $16,470 for radio communication system user fee for fiscal year 2015. -Approved purchase of two “in car” cameras for the police department at a cost of $8,650. The cost will be reimbursed by a grant from Oregon Department of Transportation. -Approved the revised June 2014 financial statement which is also the year end financial statement. -Approved the revised July 2014 financial statement. -Approved election of board officers. Debra Baker is chair. Ron Angell is vice-chair. Mike Gocke is treasurer. -Approved appointments of board liaisons to the departments. Debra Baker is liaison to the police department. Greg Keller is liaison to the fire department.
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-Discussed a five-year financial forecast. Treasurer Gocke said the audit of the district’s 2013-2014 fiscal year is under way and a preliminary report is due in October or November. -Reviewed the quarterly meeting between the district chair and SROA board president. Chair Baker said it was her first meeting with Pat Hensley and that they mostly spoke about communications between the entities. -Approved disposing of surplus leg splint equipment and donating it to South Sherman County Fire and Rescue. -Discussed attending the Special Districts Association of Oregon annual conference Feb. 6-8 in Eugene. -Adopted goals for the chiefs in fiscal year 2014-2015. Police Chief Mills’ goals are to: • Continue training officers and network with partners • Establish redundancy so that any officer can operate emergency notification system • Support the Emergency Operations Plan • Take a leadership role in the migration to a new dual band radio system that will permit all safety agencies in Deschutes and Crook counties to communicate • Continue community engagement and outreach with programs including Bike Safety and Junior Officer.
• Continue work on the public safety building concept • Improve the Neighborhood Watch program. • Hold 1-on-1 sessions with all employees and establish goals for individual officers. • Continue mentoring the sergeants in leadership and management Fire Chief Hatch’s goals include: • Continue training, networking and partnering in support of the Emergency Operations Plan • Take the lead on development of the training facility • Continue community engagement and outreach. • Continue improving relations within the department. • Continue cultivating leadership skills with senior staff. • Continue offering firefighter training and certification in house. Chiefs’ Reports Police: -In August the Sunriver Police Department conducted 211 investigations, made 13 arrests, 202 traffic stops, issued 115 verbal warning, 46 written warnings and 22 traffic citations and provided 4,020 assists; issued 579 notices of violations of Sunriver Rules & Regulations and 2,029 notices of pathway violations. -Officers completed training
in pursuits and evacuation. They were in process of taking webinars on sexual harassment. -Sgt. Beaty and Officer Hughes attended and completed a 40 hour handgun range master training course at the Oregon Department of Public Safety, Standards and Training. -Chief Mills met with the police officers association to discuss changing to a new schedule that would stagger shifts and provide flexibility in coverage. -Three officers began attending the reserve academy and are expected to graduate in November. -Four officers, including the chief, participated in the War on Weeds. -An officer in a patrol car accompanied Litter Patrol volunteers during a clean up along Cottonwood Road. -Two bike rodeos and two Junior Officer programs were held at SHARC. -Research into the operational capabilities of the siren system reveals that the system is owned and maintained by SROA and that there are reserve funds being set aside to maintain and/or replace it. Chief Mills is now working with SROA to address siren system deficiencies. Turn to Summary, page 43
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A: We have dashboard cameras in two patrol vehicles and will soon be receiving two more thanks to an ODOT Q: In August 2014, the Sunriver Police grant. We also have one body camera Department provided 4,795 assists, approxthat can be deployed. imately 154 assists per day. What constitutes Persons that are being recorded an assist? are told they are being recorded. The A: The police department has an interrecordings can be utilized for court nal statistic program in which the patrol Chief Marc Mills purposes and are stored in evidence. officers and bike officers log their daily Not all recordings are put into evidence. The contacts. We are unable to change the heading to recordings that are not used are looped or re“community police contacts.” What constitutes an assist is a community police contact which is simply corded over eventually allowing the equipment engaging with an individual about something other to be re-used. than a specific law enforcement contact. Our bike officers spend a fair amount of time doing just this. Q: You recently spoke about emergency preparedness to the Sunriver Men’s Club and the staff of the Q: By many accounts, August 2014 was one of the Sunriver Owners Association. What should people busiest in Sunriver in recent memory. Did any new do to prepare for emergencies? trends emerge in calls for service or was it more of the A: There are three key words that describe how same from previous years? What kinds of calls keep to be prepared: PLAN, PREPARE, And GO! officers busy in the summer? Plan: Be ready for any potential event that A: No real new trends except for the fact when might create a person or family to “shelter in there are more people there will be more issues. place” or “evacuate.” Plan on what you are going Parking calls have increased significantly as well as to take with you if you have to evacuate (mediour vehicle traffic. With more traffic in Sunriver we cations, important documents, keepsakes, etc.). are trying to be more diligent about working traffic Prepare: What do you need to survive for up at different hours through a day. to 72 hours? A 72-hour kit that has all you need (food, water, medications, battery powered raQ: Do Sunriver police officers use body cameras or dio, flashlights) so that you can “shelter in place.” dashboard cameras to document their interactions with Go: Be ready to evacuate in a hurry if told to the public? If so, how are the recordings utilized? do so with direction and with patience. SUNRIVER SCENE •
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SUNRIVER POLICE LOG Selected log entries from the Sunriver Police - August 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
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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
An officer was flagged down by a RP regarding a lost and injured adult female. The female had left her bike behind after crashing it. The bike patrol located the female at the address associated with the bike. The female was physically fine. A misunderstanding between the RP and the female was likely due to a medical condition.
8/4
Report of a moped crash in front of the police department.
8/4
Report of a theft from within Sunriver Lodge. Officer contacted the victim who stated the theft occurred between July 29 and Aug. 4.
8/4
Officers responded to the Old Mill District to cover DSCO for a report of two suicidal subjects. One subject was the RP who stated her boyfriend was barricaded inside and possibly armed with a .45 caliber pistol. The male refused to come out of the home but was confirmed to be up and moving around. The female was given a transport by DCSO. No further attempts to contact the male were made.
8/5
Officers responded to a business on Beaver Drive for a report of a male urinating publicly and yelling vulgarities in front of numerous patrons, including an off duty Sunriver police officer. After an investigation, the subject was arrested for two counts of disorderly conduct.
8/6
Report of loud subjects possibly fighting across the fairway from the Wildflower condos. An officer checked the area but was UTL. Made contact with some renters who advised the noise was possibly coming from another location. Officer attempted contact but got no answer. UTL.
8/8
Report of a bike stolen from the Mavericks bike rack. The bike is a black boardwalk cruiser with silver stripes.
8/8
Conducted a traffic stop on Cottonwood Road. DUII investigation resulted in subsequent arrest of the driver.
8/9
Conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for driving without headlights and driving off the roadway. The driver consented to and failed SFSTs and was arrested for DUII. He was transported to DCJ where he took a breath test that resulted in a .13% blood alcohol content.
8/10
Officer responded to a report of a single operator bicycle crash on a pathway near Abbot Drive. Medics were dispatched and they transported the patient to the hospital. A bicycle helmet was credited with prevention of serious or fatal injury.
8/10
Assist SRFD medics with an unresponsive male on McNary Lane. Officer determined the caregiver had not reported the victim’s condition for approximately five hours.
8/11
Report of a hit and run in the village that occurred the previous day.
8/12
Responded to West Core Road for an individual reported to be experiencing chest pain. SRFD arrived and subsequently transported a female adult to SCMC.
8/13
Officer responded to a report of bicycle accident on Red Alder Lane. Sunriver EMS crews arrived and treated a male for injuries.
8/16
Responded to Sunriver Resort for a drug complaint. Removed suspected narcotics and personal property from a guest room. Investigation ongoing.
8/16
RP reported renters on Crag Drive were damaging common area by building jumps, digging holes and riding their bikes. An officer contacted the renters and made them aware of R&Rs regarding common areas. SBC.
8/17
Received a call from a kayaker stranded on the far bank of the Deschutes River during a massive thunder and lightning storm. The kayaker was on the west side of the river and unable to get to the marina due to the storm. An officer was able to find the kayaker near Beeson Day Use Area and bring him back to the marina. The kayaker was checked by Sunriver medics and released after warming up for a few minutes in the ambulance.
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Responded to Overlook Drive for a medical assist involving a male youth. Medics responded and evaluated him. The youth was transported by medics. Responded to a domestic dispute on Silver Fir Lane. Determined that it was a verbal argument, that no crimes were committed and the parties were separated. SBC. Report of a bicycle theft on Beaver Drive. The bicycle is a “Torker” brand cruiser, half red, half white. There should be a bicycle license number sticker on the upper front frame.
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Ten brushfires ignite alongside Hwy. 97 north of Sunriver By KTVZ.com Ten small brushfires broke out within minutes and miles of each other on the east side of Highway 97 south of Bend the afternoon of Sept. 2, sending police and fire crews scrambling to put them out and divert traffic. The first reports, from China Hat and Baker north to Murphy roads, came in around 4:35 p.m. as numerous motorists pulled over to call Deschutes County dispatchers on what they were seeing east of the northbound side of the busy highway. Deschutes County Sheriff’s Sgt. Aaron Harding saw one fire begin burning up the embankment toward the Baker Road overpass, which ended up closing for about two hours. Even before crews arrived, several passing motorists pulled over to not only report the fires but grabbed shovels and tried tackling them themselves, fully dousing one of them. Residents who live along China Hat Road gathered about 200 feet away to watch the blaze and efforts to douse it. “The flames were close, and I did see a couple (of trees) flame out where the fire started at the base,” said Bob Coltrane. “There wasn’t a lot of imminent danger, I don’t think. Most of us were curious, but not overly concerned.” Winds gusting close to 30 miles per hour fanned the fires, the largest of which burned about five acres near China Hat Road, said Dan Derlacki, deputy fire marshal. Most of the fires were kept small, but four got larger, the biggest reaching five acres in size,
Smoke and flames from fires that started alongside Highway 97 just south of Bend on Sept. 2. A failed motorhome exhaust system was determined to be the cause.
Derlacki said. Derlacki said a total of 10 ignitions were found along the edge of the highway. Officials determined the fires were caused by a failed exhaust system on a motorhome that was traveling north on the highway. Apparently hot catalytic converter parts fell off the motorhome, came to rest in dry grass along the shoulder and ignited the fires. The motor home driver stopped and cooperated fully during the investigation. Harding said no charges were filed against the driver. Northbound Highway 97 traffic was diverted onto Knott Road for hours, until it reopened around 7 p.m. Mutual aid help rushed in from La Pine and Sunriver, as well as the Oregon Department of Forestry and U.S. Forest Service. There were no evacuations, and the fire lookout at Lava Butte saw no other fires about 40 minutes after the four broke out. A retardant drop was considered but was not conducted; instead, a spotter plane circled the area to help fire crews on the ground working along the highway shoulder. Other agencies that helped
with the incident included Bend police, Oregon State Police, the U.S. Forest Service, La Pine Rural Fire Department, the Oregon Department of Forestry, the Deschutes County Road Department, county forester and ODOT. A total of about six acres burned in the fires, which broke out on land owned by J.L. Ward Company. Derlacki said the property owner had done extensive fuel reduction over the years, limbing tree branches and thinning brush. That work “reduced the intensity of the fire spread and allowed fire crews to keep it to the size it grew to, even in the high winds we had today,” Derlacki said. “Without this work, many homes would have been threatened, as the fire would have had much more fuel to burn and could have moved much quicker.” The fires proved a potent reminder that fire season is far from over and the woods and brush are still very dry. Public use restrictions and Industrial Fire Precaution Level III are still in place for federal lands, the Central Oregon Interagency Dispatch Center noted. Reprinted with permission of ktvz.com
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A review of Sunriver Music Festival’s 37th season Anthony’s hosts culinary fundraiser
The Sunriver Music Festival Orchestra performed in the Resort’s Great Hall.
“The music was fabulous, the audiences were full and we finished the year with money in the bank,” said Mal Murphy, Sunriver Music Festival board president, summarizing the festival’s 37th season. The 37th season ran Aug. 4–20 and included six concerts, free orchestra rehearsals, a piano master class, receptions and the Festival’s major fundraiser Festival Faire. Two of the concerts were in Bend at the Tower Theatre and Summit High School. The other four concerts were held in the Sunriver Resort’s Great Hall. “Both the Pops Concert at Summit High and the Closing Night Concert at the Great Hall sold over 100 percent capacity,”
explained Murphy. “The other four concerts all had strong attendance as well.” The festivals’ concerts continue to attract a large number of patrons who plan their vacations to Central Oregon around the timeframe of the music festival each year. This year more than a quarter of tickets purchased were from visitors to Central Oregon. Bend and Central Oregon homeowners purchased 40 percent of concert tickets, and Sunriver homeowners purchased 35 percent. Artistic director George Hanson has a vision for the Sunriver Music Festival to grow into a “destination festival” over time. “The quality of the orchestra musicianship is very high and
we are fortunate to be able to attract popular soloists, including Storm Large and the Van Cliburn winners,” Hanson said. “As the quality continues to grow, our reputation as a premier music festival should attract visitors to include the Sunriver Music Festival in their vacation plans.” The Sunriver Music Festival held two important fundraisers during the summer. On June 1, the fifth annual Swings fore Strings golf tournament attracted 96 golfers and a record $11,000 in net income. Festival Faire auction and dinner was held Aug. 4 in Sunriver Resort’s Great Hall. Guests were served a five-course meal and entertained by three of the 2014 Young Artists Scholarship winners. The event brought in over $50,000 and continues to be an important fundraiser for the summer festival and the Young Artists Scholarship program. “We have great support from the Central Oregon community,” concluded Murphy. “We are very pleased with the outcome of our 37th season and we have already started planning for a successful 38th season.” Information: 541-593-1084, email: tickets@sunrivermusic. org or visit www.sunrivermusic. org.
Anthony’s at the Old Mill District will host its 10th annual “Feast at the Old Mill,” a benefit for Central Oregon Community College’s Cascade Culinary Institute, on Tuesday, Oct. 7. The event begins with appetizers at 6 p.m. Anthony’s at the Old Mill District specializes in fresh northwest seafood, northwest wines and local microbrews. The event has raised more than $175,000 to benefit the COCC culinary program since 2005. Tickets are $100 each, which includes a riverside reception, four-course dinner with specialty wine pairings and a raffle. The restaurant closes this one day annually in order to accommodate the fundraiser. The executive chefs create a menu specifically for the event. Restaurant staff volunteer their time, and this year will be assisted by students in the college’s culinary program. Anthony’s donate all the food, labor, venue and other costs. Executive chefs and executive team members come from corporate headquarters to help coordinate the unique evening. Anthony’s is a family of restaurants located throughout the Pacific Northwest. The locally owned company traces its history to 1969 when founder Budd Gould opened his first restaurant in Bellevue, Wash. Dedicated to giving their guests a truly northwest dining experience, Anthony’s has earned the reputation for the finest fresh seafood, perfectly prepared and expertly served with an uncompromising commitment to quality and value. Reservations may be made by calling 541-318-3783 or email foundation@cocc.edu. For parties of six or more, tables on the mezzanine can be reserved. COCC’s Cascade Culinary Institute’s instructional programs are housed in the Jungers Culinary Center, which was completed in 2011. The 15,000-square-foot building includes a dining lab/ restaurant that is open to the public. The center is located on the southwest corner of the COCC campus near the intersection of Mount Washington and Shevlin Park Road in west Bend.
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Cruise News: Churchill War By Betsy Scherr sat bear witness I just returned from to the tensions vacation in Europe. of those crucial I started my journey meetings. in London, a city I Everything in had never visited. The the war rooms Churchill War Rooms remained intact. museum, located in Betsy Scherr The maps on the heart of London, the walls with was the highlight of my trip. their pins show the location It is part of England’s Imperi- of various ships and supplies al War Museums (www.iwm. going over the English Chanorg.uk). nel. The folders and books, I spent an entire day in this colored coded phones… all magnificent underground exactly as they were left 70 historical treasure. It felt years ago. Each day during
method of disguising the top secret function of the room was to install a toilet lock on the door resulting, so it is said, in staff believing the room contained the only proper toilet, which would inevitably be for the prime minister only! When I first walked downstairs into this museum I heard playbacks of Winston Churchill’s voice. He made Healthy Beginnings inmany famous speeches from vites women to spend the this bunker and his words are evening of Friday, Oct. 10 well known to many. “We indulging in a sampling of pampering, salon treatments and services during the 10th annual Girls Night Out from 7 to 10 p.m. at SHARC. Make the event special by attending with a co-worker, friend or favorite family member who deserves a night of pampering, too. Girls Night Out features goods and services with women in mind. Massage therapists, hair stylists, skin The Churchill War Rooms is a museum in London, a historic underground complex that housed a care consultants, cosmetic British government command center throughout the World War II. It was abandoned after Japan’s surrender in 1945. The War Rooms were opened to the public in 1984. consultants, jewelry and accessories; even a clairvoyvery much like it was 1940 the war at 8 a.m. the Map shall fight on the beaches, ant will be on hand. Enjoy and I was in the middle of Room officers produced a we shall fight on the landing great food compliments the Blitzkrieg, the bombing daily summary of the war for grounds, we shall fight in of local restaurants and a raid made on London by the king, the prime minster the fields and the streets. We selection of wines, beers the Nazi’s. The War Rooms and the chief of staff. This shall never surrender.” and non-alcoholic beverThere are many rooms to ages – all refreshments are are all underground, located room was abuzz with activity explore in this museum. You included with the price not far from 10 Downing 24 hours a day. The Map Room lights learn about the hundred of of admission. Incredible Street. England hoped the Nazi’s would not discover were turned off Aug. 16, staff who worked nonstop giveaways, a silent auction its location and bomb it. As 1945 right after Berlin fell around the clock, including and musical entertainment shorthand typists, clerks, by Flip Flop Sounds will far as they knew, the Nazi’s and the war ended. There was one special telephonists, officers and round out the evening. never discovered their secret room I saw that has a funny military police. You will bunker. For individual guests The various rooms that story attached to it. In 1943 see the dreary places they who pre-register the cost is make up this museum are in Bell Telephones developed a $45 per person. The price exactly the same condition new scrambler device called Turn to Cruise News, page 39 as how Winston Churchill Sigsaly. They installed this and his officers and staff device in the United States The Sunriver Women’s Club presents... left them after six years of Pentagon and also in a small room near Churchill’s private intensive use. Many strategic decisions rooms in this secret bunker. were made in the Cabinet This sophisticated electronic War Rooms. “This is the device is how Churchill and room from which I will lead President Roosevelt spoke the war,” stated Churchill, to each other numerous shortly after being appointed times over the course of the prime minister on May 10, war. The 40 tons of equip1940. Momentous decisions ment needed for Sigsaly was were made in this room installed in the basement and the scratched arms of of Selfridges Department the seat in which Churchill Store in London. The British
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drops to $35 per person for those who bring a friend, and $30 per person for groups of three or more. At the door registration will be available at $50 per person. All food, beverages, and services are included in the admission fee. Additional costs for purchases from vendors, raffles, and silent auction are optional. Early registration is recommended as this event has limited capacity and will sell out. The event is appropriate for girls 13 years and older. Event details and registration forms with online payment options can be found at www.myhb.org. Follow weekly updates, posted on Facebook or call the Healthy Beginnings office at 541-383-6357 to learn more or reserve tickets. Girls Night Out is a fundraiser for Healthy Beginnings, a non-profit that has provided free early childhood health and development screenings for nearly 9,000 local children since 1994.
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Explore the High Desert Museums water exhibit
October events at the High Desert Museum Painting Oregon’s Harvest: The Art of Kathy Deggendorfer Through Nov. 30 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; brilliant marionberries from Stahlbush Island Farms, Rocky Knoll pears, Hood River orchards, sheep and cattle grazing in the fields and other Oregon-grown delights. Water’s Extreme Journey Through Jan. 4 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.
The 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act Through May 2015 See a timeline of all the landmark decisions that have affected wilderness preservation in the West. Meet the people behind the movement and explore the modern concept of “what is wilderness.”
The ultimate bird watching experience. Come help museum curators and the East Cascade Audubon Society count raptors as they migrate south. Meet at 9 a.m. at Indian Ford Campground near Sisters. Repeats Oct. 9, 16, 18, 19.
Oct. 4, Thorn Hollow String Band at the High Desert Oct. 1, Lunch and Museum lecture: Deschutes River Stomp your feet and dosey Restoration doe to the pioneer-inspired Join Upper Deschutes Wa- jigs of the frontier. 11 a.m.–3 tershed Council education p.m. director Kolleen Yake for an overview of the current Oct. 4, Fall Harvest Dinner conditions in the Upper and silent auction Deschutes sub-basin. Her Celebrate the farm-to-tapresentation will include ble movement, view the art a virtual watershed tour, of Kathy Deggendorfer and providing insight into the enjoy a four-course menu by hydrology, water quality, Chef TR McCrystal of Jen’s wildlife and fish that share Garden, paired with fine Orour watershed. 12 pm. Free egon wine, beer and spirits. with museum admission 6 p.m.: Cocktails and silent auction 7 p.m.: Dinner $100 Oct. 2, Field trip: Green per person www.highdesert Ridge Migration Hawk Watch museum.org/harvest-dinner
Oct. 11, High Desert Museum Explorers: Water! Learn more about watersheds and explore the exhibit Water’s Extreme Journey in depth. This 90-minute class will be full of interactives— from building a watershed with water tables to learning about pollution and how it affects wildlife in our region. This class is geared toward families with kids ages 5–11. Oct. 8, High Desert Museum 10–11:30 a.m. Members, $3; Non-members, $5 RSVP: Free Senior Day Seniors 65 years and older www.highdesertmuseum. are invited to enjoy the mu- org/rsvp seum for free on this day of Oct. 14, Natural History special programs. Pub: Oregon Roads and Wildlife: Issues, Solutions, Oct. 8, Water Management Costs and Benefits in the West: Part I Most wildlife species miJoin curator of Western grate between habitats, but history Dr. Margaret Lee for roads often bisect wildlife a three-part exploration of migration paths with fatal the history of water management in the West. In part I, consequences for both wildwe’ll watch the documentary life and humans. Oregon Defilm “Cadillac Desert - Part partment of Fish & Wildlife I: Mulholland’s Dream” and conservation biologist Simon learn about efforts to secure Wray will discuss the new water for the West’s growing discipline of road ecology and elaborate on the recently cities in the early 1900s. 6 p.m. Members, $3 or $7 installed Highway 97 wildlife for entire series; Non-mem- passage structures. 7 p.m. (Doors open at 5:30 bers, $5 or $12 for entire p.m.) Free. McMenamins series, no-host bar. RSVP: Old St. Francis School, Fawww.highdesertmuseum. ther Luke’s Room, Downorg/rsvp town Bend RSVP: high desertmuseum.org/rsvp Oct. 9, Field trip: Green Ridge Migration Hawk Oct. 16, Field trip: Green Watch Meet at 9 a.m. at Indian Ridge Migration Hawk Ford Campground near Sis- Watch Help count raptors as they ters to help count raptors as migrate south. Meet at 9 a.m. at Indian Ford Campground near Sisters. Oct. 16, Museum and Me Children and adults with physical, cognitive, and/or social disabilities can enjoy the High Desert museum after hours, at no cost. Explore the Museum’s newest exhibits and revisit your favorites. Adult chaperones are required for children 3 and older. 5–8 p.m. Free RSVP: www. highdesertmuseum.org/rsvp Oct. 18, Be a field biologist Help scientists study High Desert plants and animals. Join experts and use iNatu ralist.org to become a field biologist and record data that scientists actually use to understand species distribution and diversity. Please bring a smart phone or tablet for data collection. This program is geared towards adults. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Members, $3; Non-members, $5
It’s everything that brings us together. It’s a million conversations happening at once and sometimes, it’s one momentous event that we all witness together. It’s our shared sense of wonder. It’s our collective hope. It’s not just the place we live but the place we’re all creating. what we share.
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RSVP: www.highdesert museum.org/rsvp. Registration and pre-payment required. Oct. 18-19, Field trip: Green Ridge Migration Hawk Watch Help count raptors as they migrate south. Meet at 9 a.m. at Indian Ford Campground near Sisters.
Naturalist Damian Fagan will lead a unique field trip to the Highway 97 wildlife underpass structures near Lava Butte. The group will learn how safe wildlife passage structures are designed and installed and how wildlife biologists are monitoring wildlife use. 9–11:30 a.m., optional transportation provided by the museum Members, $5; Non-members, $10 RSVP: www.high desertmuseum.org/rsvp. Registration and pre-payment required.
with present-day matches of historical photographs. Presented in partnership with the Deschutes National Forest and celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act of 1964. 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6 p.m.) Free. McMenamins Old St. Francis School, Father Luke’s Room, Downtown Bend
Cruise News Twelve volunteers from Sunriver Resort helped construct two Newberry Habitat for Humanity homes in La Pine Aug. 23. With the extra volunteers on site, the homes were wrapped with insulating materials and siding was installed. The homes are slated for completion and to be occupied by the new owners this fall.
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Sunriver Mens Golf: Meadows course remains open until November 2 By Paul Grieco Winding down, slowly… Annual banquet Oct. 7 Good news is always welThough the season has come regardless of how been extended, the Sunriver it’s packaged. We learned Mens Golf Club is hosting through the rumor its annual dinmill, then confirmed ner banquet at officially from Josh the Crosswater Willis, director of Grill on Tuesday, golf operations at Oct. 7, starting the resort, that the at 5:30. There Meadows course will will be a hosted remain open through bar, a sumptuous Nov. 2 of this year in- Paul J. Grieco dinner and thoustead of closing at the sands of dollars end of September, as original- in raffle prizes (golf equiply scheduled. As planned, the ment, clothing, restaurant Terri Willson presenting inaugural Brian Holmes Trophy to Woodlands course will play vouchers) and auction items Memorial winners Mike Dooley and Randy Schneider. its final rounds on Oct. 12. (like foursomes at CrosswaWe can speculate that good ter, a gracious annual gift to weather; more rentals later the SRMGC from Resort Golf is the closest to the game we call life. You get bad breaks from good shots and good breaks from bad shots – but you have to play the ball where it lies. ~ Bobby Jones
in the season, and an increase in play led to the decision to keep the south course open longer. Resort guests and annual and recreation members will certainly benefit from more available play, which will take the form of daily 11 a.m. shotgun starts, weather permitting. The Sunriver Mens Golf Club also will extend its Wednesday play through the month of October, enabling members to win a few more skins and KP’s.
management). Cost is $25 per member and $25 for guests. If you are interested in Net Champion: Bill Peck attending, either email Scott Brown (hebbrown@aol.com) round each on the Woodor call incoming president lands and Meadows courses. Don Larson at 541-598- The overall winner was Lyn7180. You may pay at the don Blackwell, who scored door. 156 over two rounds (14 over par), followed by Aaron BakEvent winners and leaders er (158) and Dan Weybright Always tautly competitive, (162). Bill Peck won the overthe annual club champi- all net club championship onship was held over two and the fourth flight with a rounds in late August, one net score of 134.
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First flight net winners were Don Wright (net 138) followed by Dan Frantz (145). Second flight net winners were Charles Wellnitz (137) and Virgil Martin (145). Third flight net winners were David Eidsaune (140) and Gary Johansen (140). Fourth flight runner-up was Dennis Wood, one stroke behind
Bill Peck. Resort Cup – no home field advantage The Resort Cup has been closely contested all year with the final of four rounds played at The Meadows on Sept. 8. The Resort Cup pits four local clubs playing once at each “home” course, with Stableford points accumulated for the season to determine the winner. The four resorts, Sunriver, Black Butte, Widgi Creek and Eagle Crest are represented by 11 players – one pro from each club and five members each of an “A” (lower handicaps) and “B” (higher handicaps) team. Lowest score from each club in the two divisions is eliminated, counting only the four highest scores among each division plus the pro from each resort. Accumulating points for net scores, one for bogey, two points for par, three points for birdie, four for eagle and zero for double bogey and up, the total is computed for each team. A score of 36 points for an individual is considered “good” as this would represent net even par for the round (or “playing to one’s handicap”). Sunriver couldn’t quite capitalize on its home course advantage, scoring a very decent but insufficient 317 points in the fourth and final round. Repeat winner Turn to Golf, page 41
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Black Butte took the cup with an excellent 331 points scored, with the nine scores that count averaging almost 37 points each. The totals for the year, considering 36 scores for each team over the course of the season, were close with only 30 points separating first place from fourth: Black Butte 1275; Widgi Creek 1257; Sunriver 1250; Eagle Crest 1245. Several Sunriver players distinguished themselves at the Meadows with stellar rounds, including our flight “B” Bill Peck, who took first among all his other “B” competitors, scoring a whopping 42 points. Other “B” flighters who fared well were Dennis Wood (38 points) and Charlie Wellnitz (37 points). “A” flighters Don Wright and Doug Johnson also scored well with 37 and 36 points, respectively. Kudos to Resort Cup players for their efforts and to team captain Tom Woodruff who does the heavy-lifting in coordinating Sunriver’s Resort Cup efforts each year. The Memorial Tournament unveils the Brian Holmes Trophy A memorial tournament was introduced Sept. 3 this year to honor former SRMGC members who have passed away. In this two
man, pick-your-own-partner event, inaugural winners By Sue Revere Mike Dooley and Randy Schneider were present- 8/6/14 Woodlands, Game: Criss Cross, ed with a beautiful bronze 2-person teams trophy of a green backed by fir trees, created by local Flight 1: artist Mark Crnich with a 64 - Robinson, Sagalewicz ($5 each) specially designed base by 64 - Condy, Theodorson ($5 each) our own artist in residence 68 - Johansen, Brundage ($3 each) and competition director, Greg Cotton with help from Flight 2: fellow woodworker, Dave 61 - Rivenburg, Haynes ($5 each) Hennessy. 63 - Woischke, Zega ($4 each) The Brian Holmes Trophy, 65 - Norem, Allison ($3 each) named for the much-be65 - Thomas, Gordon ($3 each) Flight 3: loved SRMGC member who 59 - Mandel, Yutani ($5 each) passed away in February of 61 - Wayland, Smith J. ($4 each) this year, was presented by 62 - Smith B., Bjornstad ($3 each) Holmes’ long-time partner KP #5 - Darlene Allison ($3) Terri Willson. KP #17 - Fern Robinson ($3) The winners’ names will be engraved on the trophy, and Birdies: they will temporarily keep #7 - Sagalewicz possession until it is turned #5 - Wayland over to the succeeding year’s winning team 8/13/14 Woodlands, Game: Round 1 Club Championship SRMGC Membership New members are welcome. Sunriver residency is 8/20/14 Meadows, Game: Round 2 Club not a requirement. Find the Championship SRMGC online at www. Individual Stroke Play srmensgolf.com. Apply for Overall Low Gross and 2014 Club Chammembership using the Annual Membership Registra- pion: Fern Robinson - 167 (82-85) tion tab in the menu (on the Flight 1: left side of the home page). 2nd Low Net - Mary Condy - 148 (Net For more information email incoming SRMGC president 76-72) 1st Low Net - Denice Gardemeyer - 147 Don Larson at dclarson@ (Net 77-70) gmail.com Low Gross - Martie King - 176 (85-91) Paul J. Grieco is Secretary Flight 2: of the Sunriver Men’s Golf 2nd Low Net - Joanne Yutani - 145 (Net Club and may be reached at 72-73) pjg3sr@gmail.com
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Seven steps for winterizing your RV plumbing system By Mark Polk, Family Motor Coach Association It is always sad to come to the realization that another camping season is winding down. Depending on where you live, part of this realization is preparing the motorhome for winter storage so it will be ready to go camping again next spring. A major part of winterizing your motorhome is to protect the RV water system from potential damage caused by exposure to freezing temperatures. Frozen and damaged water lines are the most common problems related to not winterizing or not properly winterizing your RV. The RV plumbing system is the system that is most vulnerable to damage caused by plummeting temperatures. The good news: It’s easy to protect the RV water system from this potential threat. Before you get started, here are some items you will need. These items can be found in most RV parts stores: • Non-toxic RV/marine antifreeze. The amount depends on the layout and length of your plumbing lines. Two to three gallons will normally do. • A water heater bypass kit, if not already installed. • A wand to clean out the black-water holding tank, if the motorhome doesn’t have a built-in cleanout system. • A water pump converter kit, or tubing to connect to the inlet side of the water pump.
• Basic hand tools to remove and install drain plugs. Note: Be sure to read your owner’s manuals for unit-specific winterizing guidelines. Follow the steps below that apply to your RV. Step 1: If you have any inline water filters, remove and bypass before starting. Drain the fresh-water holding tank. Drain and flush the gray- and black-water holding tanks. If the RV doesn’t have a builtin flushing system, clean the black tank out with a wand. Drain the water heater. Open the pressure relief valve and remove the drain plug. CAUTION: Never drain the water heater when it’s hot or under pressure. With no water hooked up to the RV and the water pump off, open a hot-water faucet to remove any pressure on the system. Allow the tank to cool before draining. Step 2: Open all hot and cold faucets; don’t forget the toilet valve and outside shower. Locate and open the low point water drain lines. Use the water pump to help force most of the water out of the system, but turn it off as soon as the system is drained, to prevent damaging the pump. Recap all drains and close all faucets. Step 3: Bypass the water heater. If you do not have a bypass kit installed, the water heater will fill up with RV antifreeze before it goes through the water lines, wasting 6 or 10 gallons of antifreeze. Step 4: Install a water pump
converter kit, or disconnect the inlet side of the water pump (the line coming from the fresh-water holding tank) and connect tubing from the water pump inlet into a 1-gallon jug of RV antifreeze. Step 5: Turn the water pump on and pressurize the
system. Starting with the closest faucet to the pump, slowly open the hot and then cold valves until the red-colored RV antifreeze appears. Replace the antifreeze container as required. Repeat on all faucets from the closest to the farthest away. Don’t for-
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deep memory of retail outlets, village operations and coffee availability in Sunriver. Jack and his wife Kathie owned and operated a delicatessen (Hook, Wine & Cheddar) and a video rental store (Mr. T’s Video) in the village in the late 1980s and early ‘90s, a time many recall as the heyday of the village before the latest renaissance. These days Jack holds court with a bunch of curmudgeons at various Sunriver coffee shops where they shoot the breeze and solve the world’s problems. Such coffee klatches are neither threatened nor endangered by the latest evolutions in Sunriv-
er’s retail coffee industry. A final thought: Earlier I indicated SROA has no practices or policies regarding what businesses set up and operate in Sunriver. Greg and Judy Gilbert, owners of the Sunriver Pharmacy that opened in September in the Sunriver Business Park, said they got the idea for a pharmacy from a survey of SROA members, which indicated desire for such a service. In that instance the homeowners association provided the tea leaves that somebody read and used as part of a business decision. Isn’t it nice when business people care what the homeowners think?
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who enjoyed getting to know his customers. As reported in a previous issue, he claims to be the first coffee roaster in Central Oregon to buy coffee directly from producers in Central and South America. He also claims to be the first to introduce latte art – pictures of pine trees made with foamed milk on top of coffee drinks. He has been quick to support local causes and he continues to operate a Bellatazza Caffe in downtown Bend. In researching this topic, I plumbed Jack Thatcher’s
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Fire: -The Sunriver Fire Department responded to 80 incidents in August including 42 emergency medical service calls, four motor vehicle accidents (three with injuries), 12 good intent calls, four public service calls, three false alarms and two outdoor fires. -Sunriver Fire responded to a series of fires alongside Highway 97 in Bend. (See story page 35.) -The department was involved in two rescues near Benham Falls. One involved using ropes in a low angle rescue to reach and recover a patient. The other involved assisting a woman in labor reach the hospital in time to deliver the baby. -Chief Hatch took contractors to the site of the planned training facility to help them generate preliminary bids to prepare the site for construction. Including the preliminary bids received, Hatch estimated total costs to construct the facility around $500,000. Hatch said no issues came up during Deschutes County’s second reading on the proposed rezoning of the land for the training facility. Nov. 25 is the deadline for opposing parties to file an appeal. -Firefighter Arnold is working with a trouble teen program based in Sisters. He is coordinating tours of the fire department with a focus getting the teens into one-on-one meetings with firefighters who have rescued people who overdosed on drugs. -Four reservists graduated from the latest reserve academy and have been assigned shifts. -SRFD personnel partici-
pated in a full-scale shooter training at Central Oregon Community College. -Two SRFD personnel attended a heavy vehicle extrication training in Gig Harbor, Wash. Captain Ruthardt said training included extrication practice on vehicles ranging from sedans to tour buses to 18-wheelers to farm equipment. One of the training sessions presented the scenario of a failure of power tools, forcing rescuers to revert to hand tools to extricate victims. -Firefighter Casey Johnson described his preparations to participate in a stair climbing fundraiser in support of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The event is being held in the Bancorp Tower in Portland. Johnson and Charles Liefer are raising funds in support of Dan Meyer, a former reserve firefighter for the Sunriver Fire Department. Johnson said Meyer has Cystic Fibrosis and recently received a double lung transplant to address the condition. The meeting adjourned at 4:17 p.m. to executive session to consider a personnel matter, then reconvened in open session at 5:20 p.m. The board approved a motion to deny a Step 3 employee grievance filed by employee George Fox. The meeting adjourned at 5:20 p.m. The next meeting of the Sunriver Service District Managing Board is set for 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16 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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RP reported hearing gunshots in the area near her home. Officer determined that the shots likely came from U.S. Forest Service property towards Benham Falls and the canoe take out. Conducted an area check. UTL.
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Report of a male who held up a toy gun to a clerk on Beaver Drive.
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While on patrol, officer came across a bicycle accident near Overlook Road. The victim was laying on the path and being attended to by his parent and some SHARC staff. The victim was already bandaged and his father was en route to pick him up. The victim’s mother did not want medics to respond at that time.
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Officer witnessed a bike accident in the River Road area. Sunriver EMS crew dispatched to the location and transported the female and her father to their Quelah Lane residence. The father said he would transport his daughter to SCMC in Bend.
Officer responded to a report of a juvenile male threatening to harm family members on Umpqua Lane. The juvenile made numerous suicidal statements to the officer and threats to family members. Officer placed the juvenile in protective custody and lodged him on a Police Officer Hold at SCMC.
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Cited a vehicle for illegal parking alongside Cottonwood Road. The vehicle had been there for multiple days. Another officer had left a written warning on the vehicle the previous day, but the warning had been removed.
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RP report a slashed tire while parked the previous night on Deschutes Road. Unknown whether the tire was slashed or failed due to wear. The RP made the tire available for examination. A nail was found to have caused the flat.
RP reported seeing open flames in the backyard of a Newberry Lane residence. Officer contacted a family gathering, which included children roasting marshmallows over a small charcoal fire. The fire was contained in a clay flowerpot and there was a hose nearby. Sunriver Rules regarding fires were explained and the group agreed to extinguish the flames.
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Assisted DCSO with a perimeter for a burglary on Huntington Road.
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Report received of a burglary in progress on Mink Lane. Investigation concluded the report was false. Subject lodged at DCJ for misuse of 911, initiating a false report, disorderly conduct, resisting arrest and assault on a peace officer.
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Report of a suicidal male who walked away from a residence on Alpine Lane. An officer contacted the male and transported him to SCMC.
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other road users • Learn the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles • Learn when driving may no A series of 12 classes, presented longer be safe twice per week and structured to • Explore other ways to travel help caregivers understand and AARP Smart Driver course support individuals with serious offerings in Central Oregon in mental illness while maintaining October include: their own wellbeing, is being Wednesday, Oct. 1 at Sisters offered at La Pine High School beginning Oct. 6. Registration Community Church. Call 541is required. 390-6075 to enroll. The classes are free for family members, partners and friends of Wednesday, Oct. 8 at Crookindividuals with: schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, ed River Ranch. 541-548-5638. co-occurring brain and addictive disorders, borderline personalMonday, Oct. 13, Redmond ity disorder, panic disorder and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Senior Center. 541-548-6325. (OCD), and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Tuesday, Oct. 14, Warm The course is taught by a team of trained National Alliance on Springs. 541-504-5638. Mental Illness (NAMI) family member volunteers who know Monday, Oct. 20, La Pine The AARP Smart Driver ness encourages safer behavior what it’s like to have a loved one struggling with one of these course is designed to help moFire Hall. 541-536-2607. • Learn how aging, medbrain disorders. Friday, Oct. 24, Madras Seications, alcohol and other torists over the age of 50: There is no cost to participate in the NAMI Family-to-Family • Learn research-based safety health-related issues affect driv- nior Center. 541-504-5638. Education Program. Monday, Oct. 27, Bend Sestrategies that can reduce the ing ability, and ways to adjust to Classes will be held Monday and Wednesday nights for six weeks, likelihood of having a crash nior Center, 541-388-1133. allow for these changes Oct. 6 through Nov. 12, 6-8:30 p.m. at La Pine High School. Wednesday, Oct. 29, Black • Increase confidence • Understand the links among Call Karelynn Lessard, 541-536-1151 or Roger Olson, 541- the driver, vehicle and road en• Know how to drive safely Butte Ranch, 541-595-2191. 480-1960, to register and for more information. Register in advance. Class vironment, and how this aware- when sharing the road with space may be limited. Most classes are one day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with an hour for lunch. Cost: $15 for AARP Recycling in Central Oregon is different from what is acceptable in other members, $20 for non-memOregon communities or states. Please follow these guidelines. bers. Information: 866-955-6301.
Smart driver courses offered
SUNRIVER RECYCLING GUIDE
PAPER
The Sunriver recycling center is located off Abbot Drive on Sun Eagle at the SROA Public Works Yard. Hours are 8am to 8pm daily
accepted paper
unaccepted paper
PLASTIC
accepted plastic Please rinse & clean all containers. No need to flatten.
unaccepted plastic
OTHER
tin & aluminum corrugated cardboard glass
Newspaper
And what comes with it - coupons, flyers, etc.
Mixed paper & junk mail
Paper, envelopes, white and colored paper, paper bags, computer paper, tin can labels, wrapping paper (no foil or ribbon), shredded paper (strips only, no confetti). Put shredded paper in a paper bag only and staple shut to avoid litter
Paperboard
Cereal/cracker/shoeboxes (discard liners), soda and beer cartons, paper egg cartons, paper towel tubes. Magazines, catalogs and phonebooks
Paper ream wrappers, tissue paper, slick or wax coated cardboard, candy wrappers, snack food bags, frozen food boxes, paper cups/plates/towels/napkins or pet food bags
• Plastic bottles & tubs 6 ounces or larger • Rigid plastics, such as yogurt, butter tubs, sour cream and cottage cheese containers • Nursery plant pots 4 inches or larger • Plastic buckets 5 gallons or less
• Plastic containers smaller than 6 ounces • Bags and film • Clear, rigid plastic fruit/veggie clamshells, bakery containers and salad containers • Foam, Styrofoam, bubble wrap or blister packaging • Bottle and tub lids • Cups, plates or utensils • Food contaminated items • Trays • Toys or tools • Biodegradeable/compostable plastics • Plastics that contained hazardous substances, such as motor oil, pesticides or fertilizers
Cans, jar lids, clean foil, TV dinner trays, beverage cans. Rinse clean. No need to flatten or remove labels
Flatten all cardboard boxes. No wax/slick coated cardboard or food contaminated items (eg: pizza boxes, take home containers) Clear and colored glass bottles and jars only, rinsed clean. Labels are okay. No window glass, mirrors, etc.
When trash is found in the recycle bins, the load ends up in the landfill and NONE of it recycled! Page 44
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to prevent any water in the tank from freezing. If your water heater has an electric heating element, turn it off. This will protect the element if the unit is plugged in while in storage. Make sure all faucets are closed. Step 7: Consult your owner’s manuals for winterizing icemakers and washing machines. The RV is winterized. Now, next spring when it’s time to head out in the motorhome you won’t have any unpleasant, not to mention costly, surprises waiting for you. Happy camping.
RV winterization class at COCC
Central Oregon Community College offers a oneday class Saturday, Oct. 4, that will show recreational vehicle owners how to care for and maintain their RV inside and out. The class will include tips on retaining a RV’s exterior and functionality, how to care for a RV’s interior, appliances and wheels and prepare it for the winter season ahead. The class will include handson experience with an RV. Dress for an indoor/outdoor session. Class fee is $65. Register by calling 541-383-7270 and requesting class CRN 48891.
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COCC in search for next college president Central Oregon Community College has actively resumed the search for the next president of the college. The search has been extended and the new target date for applications is Monday, November 3, 2014. Finalists will be interviewed in late January, and the Board anticipates the announcement of COCC’s permanent president taking place in February 2015, with the new president beginning his or her tenure next summer. “We are pleased that Dr. Shirley Metcalf, dean of extended learning, is serving as interim president and will continue to do so for this aca-
demic year,” said Laura Craska Cooper, COCC board chair. The presidential search advisory committee will assist the board of directors by screening candidates, selecting semi-finalists, interviewing those semi-finalists and then recommending three to five finalists to the Board. The names of the 14 members of the committee are available on the COCC Presidential Search web page on the COCC home page. “Our efforts will comprise an open, transparent and national search, seeking qualified candidates from all regions of the country,” said Cooper. Later in November, the com-
Investment mistakes to watch for at different stages of life By Kate Kaughan As an investor, how can you avoid making mistakes? It’s not always easy, because investing can be full of potential pitfalls. But if you know what the most common mistakes are at different stages of an investor’s life, you may have a better chance of avoiding these costly errors. Let’s take a look at some investment mistakes you’ll want to avoid when you’re young, when you’re in mid-career, when you’re nearing retirement and when you’ve just retired. When you’re young Mistake: Investing too conservatively (or not at all) — If you’re just entering the working world, you may not have a lot of money with which to invest. But don’t wait until your income grows — putting away even a small amount each month can prove quite helpful. Additionally, don’t make the mistake of investing primarily in shortterm vehicles that may preserve your principal but offer little in the way of growth potential. Instead, position your portfolio for growth. Of course, stock prices will always fluctuate, but you potentially have decades to overcome these short-term declines. Since this money is for retirement, your focus should be on the long term — and it’s impossible to reach long-term goals with short-term, highly conservative investments. When you’re in mid-career Mistake: Putting insufficient funds into your retirement accounts. At this stage, your earning power may well have increased substantially. As a result, you should have more money available to invest for the future — specifically, you may now be able to “max out” on your IRA and still boost your contributions to your employer-sponsored retirement plan, such as your 401(k), 403(b) or 457(b). These retirement accounts offer SUNRIVER SCENE •
tax advantages that you may not receive in ordinary savings and investment accounts. Try to put more money into these retirement accounts every time your salary goes up. When you’re nearing retirement Mistake: Not having balance in your investment portfolio — When they’re within just a few years of retirement, some people may go to extremes, either investing too aggressively to try to make up for lost time or too conservatively in an attempt to avoid potential declines. As you near retirement, seek to balance your portfolio. This could mean shifting some of your investment dollars into fixed-income vehicles to provide for your current income needs while still owning stocks that provide the growth potential to help keep up with inflation in your retirement years. When you’ve just retired Mistake: Failing to determine an appropriate withdrawal rate — Upon reaching retirement, you will need to carefully manage the money you’ve accumulated in your IRA, 401(k) and all other investment accounts. Obviously, your chief concern is outliving your money, so you’ll need to determine how much you can withdraw each year. To arrive at this figure, take into account your current age, your projected longevity, the amount of money you’ve saved and the estimated rate of return you’re getting from your investments. You may want to consult with a financial professional. By avoiding these errors, you can help ensure that, at each stage of your life, you’re doing what you can to keep making progress toward your financial goals. Kate Kaughan is a financial advisor with Edward Jones Investment. 541-389-4363 or kate. gaughan@edwardjones.com
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mittee will review applications and determine which candidates will be invited to interview with the committee. The committee expects to interview semifinalist candidates in early December 2014. In mid-to-late January 2015, the final candidates will visit COCC to participate in public forums and Board interviews. The public forums will take place throughout the COCC District and will serve as an important opportunity for the entire COCC community and interested
stakeholders to engage in the question-and-answer period with the finalists and provide valuable feedback, which will be sent to the board for use in the deliberation process. “We will continue to keep the COCC community updated and informed throughout the search process with regular progress reports,” said Cooper. The Board is continuing to work with the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) throughout the presidential search process. ACCT has conducted more than 400 community college
searches and brings a wealth of information to COCC’s process. ACCT’s mission is to strengthen community college governance through education, advocacy and service. Dr. Narcisa Polonio, executive vice president for research, education and board leadership services will coordinate the presidential search; and Julie Golder, J.D., board services coordinator, will continue to serve as COCC’s search consultant. For information, contact Ron Paradis, director of College Relations, at 541-3837599.
Notice to owners who hire snow removal contractors If you hire a contractor to remove snow from your Sunriver driveway, walkways, decks, roof or patios, please request (and monitor) the following: • All removed snow must remain on your property. • Take special care to make sure your snow is not dumped near or around hydrants. • Snow from your property should not be plowed or blown onto commons, including islands in the cul-de-sacs. • Snow from your property should not be plowed or blown onto neighbors’ driveway or property. • Your snow should not be pushed into the street for other motorists to navigate through or snowplows to contend with. For a list of snow removal contractors who have registered with the SROA Community Development Department, go to www.sunriverowners.org and click on the weather page in the main toolbar.
Do-It-Yourselfers are also requested to keep their snow on their own property. Page 45
Scene Opinion Policy
Letters from Readers
commentary
Improve Sunriver’s forest health by planting ponderosa pines Lee Stevenson, Sunriver There has been some recent discussion about tree thinning as well as a letter on fire risk that mentioned “... fire hazards ... pine beetles, ... thinning,” etc. These comments may be true for lodgepole pines, a “weed tree” to some people. But we have another, more valuable tree in our community, which deserves recognition and restoration. The durable, long-needled ponderosa pines are disease and beetle resistant, wind and drought tolerant and even fire resistant when mature due to their very thick, scaly, cinnamon-colored bark ... which is why the Forest Service is able to do controlled burns in older stands of ponderosas. They also live 200 – 500 years, five to ten times longer than lodgepoles. Unfortunately this hardy, majestic specie is rare in parts of Sunriver and many of our surrounding communities due to heavy logging decades ago. Big Tree in La Pine State Park is one of the largest recorded Owners who want to restore ponderosa pines in the state.
By Brooke Snavely
Some coffee fanatics were jittering mad over the closure of Bellatazza Caffe in September after a 20-year run in Sunriver. The news that a Starbucks Coffee shop will occupy Bellatazza’s former location next to Sunriver Realty upset a bunch of people. I received a number of calls and emails asking how the Sunriver Owners Association could allow a locally owned and operated coffee shop to be replaced with a corporate juggernaut like Starbucks. Get a firm grip on your insulated travel mug because what follows is a triple shot of urban myth busting: • The building in which Bellatazza operated, and in which Starbucks is scheduled to begin operating by the end of the year, is owned by Sunriver Resort. The Resort can do what it wants with that building. • Sunriver Resort and Bellatazza had a contract. The contract was fulfilled and one of the parties chose not to renew it. Page 46
and enhance our once diverse, healthy forests should not just thin lodgepole pines but plant ponderosas, which are low maintenance and are a unique appreciating asset. There are a couple options for acquiring “pondo” seedlings to plant, which will also benefit our community: The Sunriver Nature Center has seedling sales every spring and fall (see page 9). The fall is also the perfect time to plant these resilient seedlings. Three Rivers School raises funds for programs and activities by selling seedlings through Project Ponderosa, a restoration program involving local students. (Contact me for details: lstevenson60@gmail. com and/or Google “Project Ponderosa”). Just think how impressed and moved your children and grandchildren will be if you planted a tree for each of them, which will last many, many generations. You will be establishing a legacy for your family and our community, while helping to reestablish our vigorous heritage forests.
To support a free and open exchange of information and ideas, the Sunriver Scene welcomes letters to the editor up to 250 words, and Chorus of One submissions up to 450 words, on topics of relevance to Sunriver. All letters are subject to editing for brevity, grammar, clarity, civility and legal concerns. Opinions expressed are those of the writer and do not necessarily represent the Sunriver Owners Association. Letters to the editor must be signed and include contact information which we may use to verify authorship or clarify questions. Letters will run as space allows. Letters of a personal nature or attacks on individuals will not be published.Letters perceived as advertising for a company, product or a candidate will not be published.
How to submit: Email brookes@ srowners.org. Write the letter in the body of the email, or attach it as a Word document. Mail typewritten letters to Sunriver Scene, P.O. Box 3278, Sunriver, OR 97707. Deadline: The 15th of the month (e.g. June 15 for July issue). We accept one letter per person per month.
From the Editor’s Desk: The sound and fury over coffee shops • With the exception of concessionaires operating on SROA premises, the Sunriver Owners Association has never had a practice, policy or control over what kind of businesses operate in Sunriver. SROA’s sphere of influence is narrowly focused on outward
with locally owned stores that provided similar services. But that was several owners and many years ago. The Village at Sunriver operations manager informs me that the current owners have no policies preventing franchises, assuming they complement the current mix of retailers. There was a Subway restau-
rooms and $2.7 billion in assets under management), Cascade Sotheby’s (three offices in Central Oregon), Goody’s (the Sunriver location was the first in what is now an eight store chain); Ameri-Title (a title insurance company with 42 offices in three states); The Oregon Store (has another location in Bend); Bank of
“…coffee klatches are neither threatened nor endangered by the latest evolutions in Sunriver’s retail coffee industry.”
appearances of buildings – specifically architectural design standards, condition of exterior paint, landscaping and signage that is visible from the street and public areas. A bit of retail history There was a time when village ownership favored owner-run stores through assurances in tenants’ leases that fast food joints such as Taco Bell or chain stores like Blockbuster Video would not be permitted to compete
rant in the village in the late 1990s until 2006 when a fire damaged the building in which it was located. A new Subway restaurant opened this year in the Sunriver Business Park, in a space that was previously occupied by a Taco Bell, no less. No-chain legend shattered A number of businesses currently located in the village and throughout the community are spokes in the wheels of large companies. Among them: Sunriver Resort (Destination Hotels & Resorts with 9,000 employees, 9,300 hotel
the Cascades (42 branches or ATMs in Oregon and Idaho); Circle K (3,330 stores in the U.S.). To be sure there are many locally owned and operated stores, restaurants and businesses in Sunriver, and I encourage you to patronize them. We have news coverage on a couple of new local businesses elsewhere in this issue. Coffee availability after Bellatazza After Bellatazza closed, coffee remained available in at least eight retail locations around Sunriver (that Scene
staff could think of… newspaper people drink a lot of coffee) including: The Merchant Trader in Sunriver Lodge, Hot Lava Baking & Coffee Company, Café Sintra (which temporarily hired a couple of former Bellatazza barristas to ease their job transition and accommodate increased demand), the Country Store and Marketplace, The Door (in the Sunriver Business Park), and at Rip Tide Café inside SHARC. T&S ExpressO Awakening opened a drive through coffee stand in the business park Sept. 8, and Brewed Awakenings was scheduled to open a drive-through and sit down coffee house and bakery in The Village at Sunriver in late September. Most sit down restaurants serve coffee as well. At present there’s no lack of coffee in Sunriver, and there are going to be more options in the next few months. I can appreciate people missing Bellatazza. Owner Stewart Fritchman is a unique and caring person Turn to Editor’s page 42
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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
Deschutes County Finance Department (541) 383-4399 More information can also be found at www.deschutes.org Page 47
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