Tahoe Donner News – January 2015 by Tahoe Donner Association

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ALDER CREEK ADVENTURE CENTER A construction update on the new building at Tahoe Donner Cross Country. P06

SAFETY FIRST January is National Ski Areas Association Safety Month. Read up on how you and your family can stay safe this winter.

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TECH AGE FITNESS Need some help kick-starting your resolutions? These websites and apps will motivate you to exercise and eat right.

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LEARN TO SKI MONTH Read about the new national initiatives to introduce newcomers to the sport and see the deals we are offering.

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DEPARTMENTS

TAKE NOTE

GM’s Message From the desk of Robb Etnyre

Town Hall Meetings Two important meetings in January

January Events What’s going on in January

Meet Justin Brendecke Our friendly chef

Vitality Connection Purify your life in the new year

Try Snowshoeing! A fun and easy way to exercise outside

Let’s Get Together Mark your calendars for deals and fun

Snowman Contest Get creative and enter to win!

Winter Reminders From Architechtural Standards Office

Employee Awards See the standouts from 2014

Board Meeting November 22 meeting recap

Snowbound Train Learn about a local historical event

Where in the World is TD News? TD News travels the world

Winter Weddings Say “I Do” at Tahoe Donner

VOL. 16, NO. 01

FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER’S DESK

JANUARY 2015

EDITORIAL AND PRODUCTION STAFF Brinn Talbot Gretchen Sproehnle Jody Sergison Ashley Quadros

BOARD OF DIRECTORS President

Jim Stang, jcstang@sbcglobal.net

Vice President

Tom Johns, btjtd@aol.com

Treasurer

Steve Miller, smiller@tahoedonner.com

Secretary

After the recent storms, our winter season

master the various aspects of our associa-

is now upon us. We have plenty of snow and

tion’s replacement reserve program in order to

a wealth of activities to enjoy at your own,

improve both the visual quality of our ameni-

personal, resort community of Tahoe Donner.

ties and the behind-the-scenes functionality of

Of course, the three primary winter ameni-

equipment. Sheryl Walker, our Architectural

ties—Downhill, Cross Country, and Snowplay

Standards Office manager, was recognized as

areas—are open and ready for fun. Our Cross

manager of the year for her great team leader-

Postmaster

Country Ski Area will operate from temporary

ship skills, in-depth review of our architec-

Send address changes to Tahoe Donner News,

facilities in the parking lot of the new Alder

tural standards and covenants programs,

11509 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161

Creek Adventure Center while our year-round

and continued superior customer service

facility is being completed this winter. You’ll

engagement with our members. Our banquet

find our amazing trail system fully available

manager Jeffrey Jack was also recognized for

for Nordic skiing and snowshoeing. We also

outstanding customer service, consistently

have our year-round operations available with

delivering excellent banquet events at the

Creative Concepts + Media is the exclusive

fitness activities and hot tubs at Trout Creek

Lodge Restaurant & Pub throughout 2014.

advertising representative. 775-327-4200.

Recreation Center, and excellent new food and

If you have the opportunity, please recog-

Ron Wulff, rwulff@sbcglobal.net

Director

Courtney Murrell, 2courtneymurrell@gmail.com

Board of Directors

board@tahoedonner.com

530-587-9400, Fax 530-587-9419

comdep@tahoedonner.com

Advertising Sales

beverage options at the Lodge Restaurant &

nize these great team members who have set

Publishing Information

Pub and at Pizza on the Hill. Aside from the

themselves apart in the work they do for our

Tahoe Donner Association holds the exclusive

January highlight of activities noted in the

community.

service mark right to “Tahoe Donner.” Any unauthorized use of such will be regarded as an

monthly Let’s Get Together section starting

A few important membership events are

infringement of that service mark right and

on page 10, you can always locate updated

scheduled for January 2015. Friday, Jan. 9,

is prohibited. The inclusion of advertising in

information online at our TahoeDonner.com

there will be a town hall meeting to review the

website, or sign up for weekly emails which

Equestrian Campus remodel draft plan before

highlight information about events, programs,

final permitting and potential work begins

products, services, or views contained therein.

and services in your community (click on “sub-

this spring/summer 2015. Saturday, Jan. 10 is

Tahoe Donner News (ISSN 1550-6061) is

scribe” in the upper right corner of any page

the 20th Annual Winter Trails Day! I want to

this publication does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Tahoe Donner Association or its board of directors of the

the official monthly publication of Tahoe Donner Association, which is located at 11509 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161.

on our website). This past month we recognized four great

invite you to join this national winter celebration at our Cross Country Ski Area. To those

Each membership parcel receives one sub-

employees for their contributions to the asso-

who are new to snow sports, Winter Trails

scription to a domestic address. Additional

ciation during 2014. Matt Belote was recog-

Day offers a chance to try snowshoeing and

subscriptions are available at the cost of $25

nized as team member of the year for his

cross country skiing for free, and discover the

continued dedication and excellent skills in

great fitness and social benefits with these

Periodicals Postage Paid at Truckee, CA, and

our Information Technology department.

easy-to-learn winter activities. For a suggested

additional mailing offices. Member letters to

Brian Yohn, our replacement reserve man-

$5 onsite donation, which benefits Truckee

ager, was recognized as our most valuable

High School’s Nordic ski team, you can join

player of the year for his ability to consistently

organizations and vendors for a day of winter

each. Cost to produce and distribute this publication is offset by advertising revenues.

Tahoe Donner are published in the Members section of tahoedonner.com, where publishing guidelines are available.

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January

SATURDAYS ALL MONTH

FOR ADDITIONAL JANUARY EVENTS SEE

LET’S GET TOGETHER ON PAGE 10 Saturday NIght Live Maine Lobster At the Lodge Restaurant & Pub every Saturday through Jan. 31. See page 15. JAN. 10

Winter Trails Day New to cross country? Ski or snowshoe for

OLD-SCHOOL SNOWBOARDING

free! See page 11. JAN. 17

ON THE COVER Ski Patrol Director Ted Tank and Ski Patrol dog Tucker rode the Eagle Rock chairlift and assessed Mile Run as part of a safety drill in December.

Winterpalooza! Don’t miss tube racing, snowman building, relay races and more! See page 11. JAN. 17-19

ALL EVENTS ARE DEPENDENT ON CONDITIONS. PLEASE CHECK TAHOEDONNER.COM OR CALL 530-587-9400 FOR UPDATES. JAN. 18

JAN. 23

Ski and Snowboard Safety Weekend

Free Equipment Check Up

Welcome Winter Party

Enjoy fun activities that will increase your

Get your ski equipment checked for sizing and

Celebrate winter with Happy Hour in the

level of safety. See page 10.

fit. See page 12.

entire restaurant and live music! See page 15.

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Serving Truckee/Lake Tahoe Residential • Commercial

fun with free trail passes, mini snowshoe and

periods, and members always have a right to

cross country ski lessons, interpretive snow-

listen to board discussion.

shoe hikes, education, product demos, food,

TOWN HALL MEETINGS

and entertainment. On January 14, the board of directors has also scheduled an association Town Hall meeting to discuss the pros and cons of the association taking a more active political stance on key issues impacting our members’ investment in this community. The Town of Truckee has a population of 16,475 and 13,038 housing units. Tahoe Donner represents over 5,800 of those housing units with a membership base of almost 25,000 (primarily non-

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the main meeting of the year when members elect a board of directors, hear committee reports and discuss items of common interest. Our annual membership meetings take place the fourth Sunday in June.

SPECIAL MEETINGS Special meetings are limited to a particular topic. The board can call a special meeting at any time, and they must notify all members

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the board an opportunity to explore sensitive or controversial matters in order to be better informed in their decision-making. Members are often requested to participate in the meeting during scheduled membership comment

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Town hall meetings are informal gatherings intended to promote two-way communication between the board and association members. The board may want to present a controversial issue or explore an important question like amending the bylaws. The board also may want to get a sense of members’ priorities, garner support for a large project or clarify a misunderstood decision. However, given the size and part-time occupancy of our 6,500-property resort community’s ownership interest, information is often communicated and feedback solicited online and via the Tahoe Donner News magazine, in addition to actual physical meetings.

BOARD MEETINGS Most of the business of the association is conducted at regular monthly board meetings. Board members set policy, oversee management’s results, review operating and financial results, resolve disputes, hear appeals, talk to residents and plan for the future. Often the health and harmony of an entire community is directly linked to how constructive these meetings are. Tahoe Donner’s board of directors hold monthly meetings on the fourth Saturday of each month, typically starting at 9 a.m. at either the Lodge Restaurant & Pub or the Northwoods Clubhouse. Meeting schedules and agendas are published online under the association’s membership and board of directors pages.

EXECUTIVE SESSION The governing documents and California law require the association to notify homeowners in advance of all meetings, including executive meetings. However, the only time you may not attend is when the board goes into executive session. Topics that the board can discuss in executive session are limited by law to a narrow range of sensitive topics, including personnel matters, legal topics, contracts, or similarly related sensitive topics. Summarized results of these discussions and decisions are disclosed at the next regular board meeting. Happy New Year!

ROBB ETNYRE | GENERAL MANAGER

BULLETIN BOARD

TOWN HALL MEETINGS IN JANUARY MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Two important Town Hall meetings will take place this January.

als, in accordance with the approved Equestrian master plan version

EQUESTRIAN TOWN HALL MEETING: JAN. 9

is scheduled to begin this spring for equestrian operations during the

The Equestrian Steering Committee has worked with staff and the General Plan Committee, and with input from recent Town Hall meetings, has provided clear recommendations for the updated infrastructure, safe circulation, and efficiency of the equestrian operations. These recommendations have been reviewed and approved by the Tahoe Donner board of directors at the November 22 meeting, where direction was given for staff to schedule the final Town Hall meeting. This meeting will take place at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub on Jan. 9 at 5 p.m. Staff will continue working with committees and agencies to further detail the project scope for upcoming permitting and budget approv-

7.1. Upon receipt of agency approvals through the winter months, work summer of 2015.

MEMBER TOWN HALL MEETING: JAN. 14 Please join us in a discussion on the Tahoe Donner Association’s involvement in Truckee politics. There are a number of elected boards and councils that control our community and impact Tahoe Donner Association. These elected officials are our Town Council and community service district board members. “I strongly believe that we need to voice our concerns to each of these elected officials before they make decisions that impact our association,” said Jim Stang, Tahoe Donner board president. “As an association we need to discuss and formulate

TAHOE DONNER CONTACTS

what situations trigger our active participation.”

Member Communications (area code 530)

the Lodge Restaurant & Pub starting at 6 p.m. For second homeowner

Member Services

587-9400

info@tahoedonner.com

General Manager

587-9431

gm@tahoedonner.com

Contact Member Services to be transferred to other administrative departments.

Amenities Alder Creek Campground 587-9462

Dickson Corporate Logos campground@tahoedonner.com

Beach Club Marina

marina@tahoedonner.com

587-9460

The Town Hall meeting will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 14, at members who live off the hill—approximately 75 percent of the membership—please let the board know what you think the association should tell to our elected local officials by sending an email to board@ tahoedonner.com.

Bikeworks 582-9694 bikeworks@tahoedonner.com

Dickson Realty Logo

Cross Country Ski Center 587-9484

xcski@tahoedonner.com

Downhill Ski Area

587-9444

ski@tahoedonner.com

Equestrian Center

587-9470

equestrian@tahoedonner.com

Forestry 587-9432 forestry@tahoedonner.com Golf Course

587-9443

golf@tahoedonner.com

The Lodge

587-9455

lodge@tahoedonner.com

Pizza On The Hill

582-9669

pizza@tahoedonner.com

Recreation Info Hut

587-9413

Corporate Blue Logo: troutcreek@tahoedonner.com

Tennis Center

587-9474

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587-9437

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Elections, Bonnie Watkins

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Finance, Jeff Bonzon

jdbonzon@yahoo.com

Website

General Plan Committee Co-Chair, Michael Fajans mhfajans@gmail.com

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General Plan Committee Co-Chair, John Stubbs stujod@sfsu.edu

Tahoe Donner Association Chartered Club Presidents Bridge Club, Robin Reese

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Friends of TD Trails, B.R. Levine

tdtrails@gmail.com

Rowing Club, Dot Mace

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Senior Alpine Ski, Dave Wallace

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Tennis, John McGregor

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9-Holers, Marianne Bowers

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Men’s Golf, Bob Moore

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Women’s Golf, Fran Macomber

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Hiking Club, Robin Reese

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Quilt Club, Linda Brush

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FEATURE

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE:

ALDER CREEK

ADVENTURE

CENTER

BY FORREST HUISMAN | DIRECTOR OF CAPITAL PROJECTS For construction crews accustomed to operating in the High Sierra, it’s common practice to establish strong momentum and coordination through the summer and autumn months in anticipation of upcoming rains and snow that inevitably blanket the Tahoe area. Beyond the typical rush, from road construction projects to home starts this last fall, one couldn’t help notice just how busy the building indus-

try really was. From recently published reports, the North Tahoe region is now experiencing a much higher volume of construction permits and building inspections, similar to the activity seen between 2005-2007, before the industry lull of the economic recession of 2008-2012. In fact, the Placer County Building Department

and accessories in the area. Stop by Our new retail shop has the largest selection of Nordic clothing gear and set yourself up with some and ar outerwe of variety a browse to our ticket office/retail store can still shop ‘till you drop! you ” “village, ry tempora our new apparel for the new year. Even with

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“During ongoing construction activities, the staff at Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area will provide access to world-class Nordic skiing on groomed trails.” recently reported that they’ve exceeded their record total monthly inspections performed since 2005. This building activity is welcome, as it has infused our local economy with renewed stability. However, finding qualified crews and skilled labor to meet this mounting demand continues to be the stiffest challenge for the industry yet. Case in point: Blue Rock Development, contracted by Tahoe Donner Association to construct the new Alder Creek Adventure Center, was not immune to this labor shortage in October and November, as they were planning to install pre-constructed truss and roof components through these months. Fortunately, they were successful in rebuilding a qualified and skilled workforce to complete the installation of roofing just ahead of the winter storms experienced in mid-

December. Despite this setback, Blue Rock Development was successful in installing all pre-constructed wall and roof components in less than four months, while also completing all underground utility upgrades, new storm-water-retention

ponds, perimeter paving and completion of the new parking lot. These measures will provide the facility with improved operational efficiencies and further protections to the adjacent wetlands and water quality of Alder Creek. Now that the building is enclosed and pro-

tected from winter weather, continued efforts to install electrical and plumbing infrastructure is underway, while cabinets and casework are being constructed offsite, for efficient implementation and anticipated substantial completion forecasted in March of 2015. During ongoing construction activities, the staff at Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area will provide access to world-class Nordic skiing on groomed trails, in addition to temporary infrastructure with a full rental shop, retail offerings, ski patrol, restroom facilities, and a place to warm up and enjoy hot beverages. Trails for striding, skate skiing and snowshoeing are open from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily, conditions permitting. You can go to tahoedonner.com/cross-country for the current list of open trails, view an online interactive trail map, or print a PDF copy of the Cross Country Ski Area trail map. Once complete, the new Alder Creek Adventure Center will offer expanded food and beverage services, enhanced rental operations, an upgraded locker room, a larger public wax room, a new multi-purpose room, expanded deck with fire-pits, and additional vehicle parking. This enhanced design not only complies with, but exceeds all building codes, efficiency standards, and environmental guidelines, benefitting not only our homeowners and the Tahoe community, but also the adjacent water quality and our natural resources.

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WELLNESS

VITALITY CONNECTION 2015: REBOOT TO A BETTER YOU! BY KARI CHALSTROM, CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER, FITNESS INSTRUCTOR, AND NUTRITION CONSULTANT Happy New Year! It’s reset time! With December over, and the joy of giving to others behind us, it’s officially time to turn the focus back to you and give yourself the gift of health. Last month, I addressed the importance of a strong core and how to make the most of those powerhouse muscles. But believe it or not, training your body with aerobic conditioning and strength training is just a small part of the equation. Now is the time to consider cleaning up your nutrition, so you can optimize your workouts, sports performance and build a better you! What does it mean to clean up your nutrition? It means the same thing that it means to clean your car, house, or clothes. It’s called purification; also known as detoxification—getting rid of the grime and making things clean and pure. You’ve heard it on TV, read it in periodicals,

intestinal distress, lack of focus or mental clarity, fatigue or insomnia,

perhaps your doctor has even mentioned it, or maybe you have a friend

joint discomfort or pain, skin conditions like acne or extreme dryness,

who’s actually tried it. So why is there so much buzz about nutrition

and low libido.

and the need to purify? Because it works. What is a clean eating, purification program? Depending on your goal

The human body can only deal with so many toxins before it starts breaking down. Our bodies are designed to rid some of these toxic

and the recommendation of your nutrition consultant or health care

substances naturally, but most people are completely overburdened by

provider, it can range from eliminating a few to several common aller-

toxins, and the body can only handle eliminating these toxins naturally

genic foods and toxins from your diet for a period of time, typically one

through our metabolic system for so long. By incorporating a purifica-

week to 30 days. Ideally, being able to commit to a program, whether it’s

tion or detox program, you can dramatically decrease the effects of

nutrition- or fitness-oriented, for a full 21 or more days, will maximize

these symptoms on your body. A structured clean eating and purifica-

your results. Research has shown time and time again that it takes at

tion program can make a powerfully positive impact on your overall

least 21 days or more to create or break a habit.

health and vitality.

What are the common food allergens and toxins and why is it impor-

Some of you may feel that you exercise, eat well and are pretty con-

tant to eliminate them? Wheat/gluten, dairy, soy, coffee, sugar, alcohol,

tent with how your body feels and looks. But wouldn’t it be nice to feel

and yeast are on the typical recommended elimination list when doing a

even better? Putting vanity aside, this could be the boost to take you

purification program. In addition, sticking with clean whole foods, eat-

over the next plateau.

ing organic foods when possible, staying properly hydrated, and incor-

Everyone’s results are different when participating in a purification

porating nutrient-dense nutritional supplements are all key components

program, but the consistent feedback is that people always feel much

to a successful detox program.

better. So, if you are questioning yourself with regard to food allergies

So how many of you are saying, no way, I can’t survive without my

or sensitivities, or you are an athlete wanting to take it to the next level,

coffee, sweet treat, bread, beer or wine for 21-30 days? Here are a few

or your body is feeling inflamed from the burden of toxins, or you want

reasons you should try. We are exposed to external toxins every day,

to optimize your lean body mass, I recommend taking this challenge

such as heavy metals, smoke, household cleaning products, air and

and investing in yourself! What better time than now? Give yourself the

water pollutants, pesticides and herbicides, personal care products, pre-

gift to recharge, reboot and discover the ultimate you!

servatives and additives, pharmaceuticals, and trans fats. Some of these

If you are interested in learning more, Trout Creek Recreation Center

we have control over, but many of them we do not. These toxins can

will be offering a Healthy Eating and Beyond Purification and Detox for

contribute to a wide range of symptoms in your body and mind, such as

association members and guests. Please refer to page 13 of this issue for

a stuffy head, food cravings or overeating, indigestion or other gastro-

more information.

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Weekend Improver Clinics – Check out our clinics page on our website to find the clinics that will fit your skiing needs. Topics include skating uphill, gears for different terrain, improving efficiency, improving downhill control, waxing and ski care, plus we’ll host special guest instructors, including Olympians and national level racers.

TRY RACING THIS MONTH Skogsloppet Race – Jan. 19 This race is organized by our local school cross country ski teams as a fundraiser. Starting at 10 a.m., choose a 15-kilometer or 7.5-kilometer course with a 2-kilometer option for those ages 12 and under. Everyone is welcome and all participants are entered in the drawing for some great prizes donated by friends of the school teams. Visit our website for registration information.

TUNE UP YOUR SKILLS, FITNESS AND EQUIPMENT THIS MONTH

PRICE: $30 FOR ADULTS; $20 FOR AGE 18 AND UNDER; 2-KILOMETER OPTION IS $10 (ALL FEES $5 MORE DAY OF RACE)

Equipment Demo Day – Jan. 3 and Jan. 10

Ski Orienteering – Jan. 31

Want to try some new equipment? From 11 a.m.-3 p.m., demo the latest and greatest equipment from reps including Fischer, Swix, Salomon, Madshus, Rossignol and others. Free with trail pass.

Athlete Testing and Analysis – Jan. 11 This popular test is back again this year! Our Athlete Testing and Analysis, also known as lactate threshold testing, is an opportunity to take an on-snow test at our Cross Country Ski Area from 9-11 a.m. to determine the effectiveness of your training and fitness plans with sports performance expert, Dr. Andy Pasternak. Group analysis is the same day from 3-4 p.m. Reservations required 48 hours in advance. PRICE: $225. AVAILABLE ON SHOPTD.

Free Equipment Check Up – Jan. 18 Stop by the Cross Country Ski Area from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. to talk to one of the specialists from Paco’s Bike and Ski to check if your skis, boots and poles are the right fit for you. Flex testing of skis and demo equipment is available for all levels. Dial in your gear for the Skogsloppet race on the following Monday! FREE with trail pass.

Classic Waxing and Technique with Paco’s Bike & Ski – Jan. 31 This is an on-snow clinic from 9-10:15 a.m. to learn more about grip waxing classic skis (the waxable kind) for different conditions from one of the specialists at Paco’s Bike and Ski. Don’t miss this if you plan to do the Tahoe Rim Tour, the classic tour/race from Tahoe City to Northstar on Feb 1! FREE with trail pass.

January Midweek Technique Tune Ups This is a great opportunity to improve your skiing. It’s 30 minutes of tips, tricks and feedback from some of our best instructors. Tune up your technique this winter to make your skiing even more fun and efficient.

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Organized by the Truckee Orienteering Club, this event is open to the public. First-time orienteers are encouraged to attend; visit their website at truckeeorienteering.org for details.

DISCOVER BIATHLON THIS MONTH Biathlon Clinics – Jan. 11, Jan. 31, Feb. 28 and March 15 Join our biathlon clinics to learn what it takes to be a biathlete in the Winter Olympics! Clinics are offered for children ages 7-12 at 11:30 a.m. and adults 13 and over at 10 a.m. Learn how to shoot our laser biathlon rifles and how to hit the targets, even with an elevated heart rate after skiing or snowshoeing. Spaces are limited. Sign up at ShopTD.

FRIENDLY REMINDERS Please respect the ski area boundaries. We would like to remind everyone that the cross country ski and snowshoe trail system, including Euer Valley, is a fee use area in winter. Trail fees are required to access this area once the Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area opens for the season. Tahoe Donner is known locally and nationally for its great skiing conditions and spends thousands of dollars each year to groom and maintain these winter trails. Walking—unless on snowshoes—and biking is prohibited; tracks created by walking and biking can significantly damage the skiing surface and make conditions unsafe for skiers. ER ONN S Eand C OE D I H V Members, guests the public can access our beautiful terrain in A R T E E R S by purchasing a trail pass or a season pass. Enjoy winter B the winter M ME HE A M LP access to & I Nthe F O R trails by skis or snowshoes, which are available for rent at the Cross Country Ski Area if you do not have your own. The Cross Country Ski Area is open seven days a week from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. when conditions allow. Tahoe Donner’s Glacier Way Trailhead, off KSkislope Way, is plowed in R E E and guests and the trail is C the winter to provide free access to members T R U TRO CENTE often packed by snowshoers. C E Regional PR EN U B Trail nearRthe The I V AT E A M Park in Truckee is also a great LLegacy C H C B E A Aplace I NtoAwalk in the winter, and Donner Lake State Park also offers winMP terRaccess for hikers (parking fee required). N E

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to our homeowners, members and guests. Coaching and guidance is free with the purchase of the Nutrition Essentials kit, which is $150$250, depending on the length of the program you choose. You will be working alongside a team of local professionals, including Kari Chalstrom, personal trainer, fitness instructor and nutrition consultant, and Leanna Jacuzzi, MS, RD, CDE, registered dietitian and nutritionist. The program involves a personally structured eating schedule, eliminating the eight foods/ingredients that cause the most food sensitivities, and teaching you how to create a well-proportioned, peaceful plate for every meal. Note: The program recommends the use of supplements to support the detox and a meal replacement shake for ease and sustainability. The supplements help bring balance back to the internal organs, such as the liver, kidneys, small and large intestines that filter the toxins in our bodies. You will learn how to incorporate a new, healthful way of eating as you strive toward a brighter, clearer and lighter way of life. Even the healthiest slip back into old habits and this is an opportunity to remind yourself about the benefits of a detox. When you clean up bad or old habits, profound things can happen to your health. It may seem like a huge challenge for some, or even magical, but why not give it a try and see what it can do for you? Look for additional services and classes to support the program; see the front desk at Trout Creek for details. This program is available locally and remotely. Please don’t hesitate to contact Kari Chalstrom at 415-717-8486 or kc8486@gmail.com, or Leanna Jacuzzi at 530-277-9783 or ljacuzzi@me.com with questions.

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season, the club typically visits several different resorts, including Sugar Bowl, Northstar, Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows and Homewood. Our ski days are Mondays and Thursdays and include a specially negotiated ticket rate for our members. An overnight trip to ski at Heavenly and Kirkwood is also planned. In January the club will host the first of several ski clinics. These are in preparation for several fun races to be held at Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. All ski abilities are warmly welcomed. For further details on all of the above, including ski ticket rates and ski days, please see our website at tdski.com.

TD Quilt Club The Tahoe Donner Quilt Group was busy all year working on community projects. After completing 60 baby quilts for the Truckee Healthy Babies program, we shifted our emphasis to placemats for Meals on Wheels, having completed over 50 so far. In 2015, we will be helping our Far West Nordic Community host the USSA Cross Country Skiing Junior National Championships this March 8 -14, 2015. Skiers from all over the U.S. are coming to compete and every athlete will receive a boot bag and every coach a backpack. The Tahoe Donner Quilt Club has been asked to sew a JUNIOR NATIONALS 2015 patch on the 500 boot bags and backpacks. Once the patches are made, we will have a work party at the Northwoods Clubhouse. The Tahoe Donner Quilt Group meets the first and third Wednesday of the month in the Northwoods Clubhouse conference room from 1-3 p.m. during the winter months. Come for show-and-tell and great fellowship. Contact Linda Brush at sewlinda@aol.com or Marilyn Dundas at md11792@outlook.com for more details.

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PAUL AGUIRRE

The 4 Wheelers on their November exploration.

TD 4 Wheelers November offered the club a chance to do some fun snow and cold weather backcountry exploring. The first trail we tackled was the Big Meadows, Hunter Creek trail run. The trail started at the Boomtown exit off Interstate 80 and went up switchbacks high over the mountains to the south. We had incredible views of Reno to the east and could see all the way to Tahoe Donner to the west. It was a cold day and there was some snow on the ground in places and a tree had also fallen across the

trail at one point. But never fear, our resourceful club members made short work of it with chainsaws. The trail took us to Big Meadows, which is a huge open meadow with the remnants of an old, wooden dam. Eventually we ended up going down through the area that was burned in the Hunter Creek fire last spring and then down into Reno. After the trail run, we enjoyed some pizza in Sparks. The second trail run in November was the Pole Creek to Cabin Creek loop. During this run, we ran into some deeper snow and used some of our winches to get through. The views from this trail were gorgeous and the snow made it even more picturesque. At the December TD 4 Wheelers holiday party, all of the club members brought toys for the Toys for Tots drive that Tahoe Donner was so generous to support. We hope you all had a great holiday season and that you will consider joining the TD 4 Wheelers for some fun and adventures in 2015. Visit our website at td4wheelers.com and if you are interested in joining the club, send an email to td4wheelers@gmail.com. Happy New Year!!!

DINING OPTIONS The Lodge Restaurant & Pub The Lodge Restaurant and Pub is open daily from 5-9 p.m. to enjoy artisan-crafted cuisine and spirits, and through Jan. 3, the Pub will open early at 4 p.m., serving appetizers, soups, and salads. For more information, call 530-587-9455 or visit tahoedonner.com/the-lodge.

No Corkage Tuesdays* Bring in a special bottle of wine from home to savor in the dining room and we’ll waive the corkage fee on Tuesdays. Offer valid during

Welcome Winter Party – Jan. 23 Welcome winter with us! We’re throwing a party and from 5-6:30 p.m., you can enjoy happy hour in the entire restaurant! At 6 p.m., we’ll start the live music with drink specials lasting until 9 p.m.

Super Bowl Party – Feb. 1 Instead of organizing your own Super Bowl party, party with us! The Pub will open for drinks starting at 3 p.m. with happy hour drink specials. At 4 p.m., the Pub menu will be available with happy hour pricing offered throughout the entire game! As a Super Bowl special, patrons

non-holiday periods.

can enjoy half off Kobe beef sliders and our Reuben sandwich. For those

WildER Wednesdays*

will be available starting at 5 p.m.

Happy Hour specials wildly last all night long in the entire restaurant and Pub! Enjoy 25 percent off shared plates, soups and salads and drink specials. Offer valid during non-holiday periods.

with a hearty appetite for football and food, the regular dinner menu *All offers listed are valid during non-holiday periods and are not valid with any other promotions or coupons. Offers subject to change.

Happy Hour* Enjoy drink specials and 25 percent off shared plates, soups and salads in the Pub, valid on Sunday-Thursday from 5-6:30 p.m. Happy Hour is not valid Jan. 1 and cannot be combined with any other promotion or coupon.

Saturday Night Live Maine Lobster – Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 On every Saturday in January, Chef Lew will be offering a different live Maine lobster special while supplies last (limited availability). Come early; come hungry!

Pizza on the Hill Pizza on the Hill is open Thursday-Monday for dinner from 5-8:30 p.m. On Jan. 1-4, hours will be extended to include lunch service starting at 11:30

Happy Hour* Quench your thirst by enjoying $3 Coors Light, $4 draft beers and $4

a.m. For more information, please call 530-582-9669, or visit us online at

house cabernet or chardonnay by the glass; plus, enjoy half-price wings and

tahoedonner.com/pizza-on-the-hill to see our menu. Be sure to ask about

chili fries for just $4. Offered from 5-6 p.m., Thursday-Monday; excludes

our daily specialty pizzas!

Jan. 1-3.

Thursday Night Trivia

$10 Pizza Sundays*

Calling all you trivia lovers! Enjoy a pizza from Pizza on the Hill while

You have so much to look forward to on Sundays at Pizza on the Hill.

showing off your smarts in a fun and competitive way every Thursday night

How does cheese or pepperoni pizza for just $10 sound? Offered every Sun-

from 6:30-8 p.m. Winners at Trivia Night will take home prizes or gift cer-

day! Limit six pizzas per group; take it to-go or dine-in.

tificates. Trivia Night is subject to cancellation by 7:15 p.m. for insufficient attendance.

Sausage and Suds Special

Friday Family Movie Night

ing of Italian sausages. For all of January, enjoy a juicy, Italian sausage with

FREE fun for everyone! Every Friday night at 6:30 p.m., grab the kids, order some pizza from Pizza on the Hill and sit back and get cozy at the Northwoods Clubhouse for our featured film. Families will enjoy classic or new movies rated G and PG. To find out what we’ll be playing in advance, call Member Services at 530-587-9400.

We’ve got a sizzling deal for you! New this month is a limited time offerANY draft beer for just $9. *Hour Hour and Sunday Half-Price Pizza Night will not be available during the holiday period through Jan. 4, 2015. Additionally, all offers are not valid with any other promotion or coupon.

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SAFETY

SKI AREA SAFETY BY ROBERT MCCLENDON | DOWNHILL SKI AREA MANAGER Did you know that January is national safety awareness month? Tahoe Donner, along with the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA), offers safety programs for skiers and snowboarders to stay safe on the slopes. Before you hit the slopes, check out our website to educate yourself and your family on safety awareness! Following are a few important ideas to remember:

KNOW THE CODE! WHAT CODE? THE SKIER AND RIDER RESPONSIBILITY CODE! THIS INCLUDES: • Always stay in control, and be able to stop or avoid other people or objects. • People ahead of you have the right of way. It is your responsibility to avoid them. • You must not stop where you obstruct a trail, or are not visible from above. • Whenever starting downhill or merging into a trail, look uphill and yield to others. • Always use devices to help prevent runaway equipment. • Observe all posted signs and warnings. Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas. • Prior to using any lift, you must have the knowledge and ability to load, ride and unload safely.

LIDS ON KIDS • Be smart and protect yourself with a helmet. • One size does not fit all. Get your helmet properly fitted by a certified technician. • Strap it up. Always buckle your helmet—it won’t help if it falls off!

TREE WELL AND DEEP SNOW SAFETY • The easiest way to avoid a snow immersion

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suffocation (SIS) accident is to remain on groomed areas and avoid deep snow and tree well areas. • Be aware of the recent snowfall and the depth of the loose snow - check local resources for recent snow conditions. • If you venture into ungroomed terrain: • Ride or ski with a partner and keep your partner in sight at all times. • Ski or ride in control. • Give tree wells a wide berth. Look at the open spaces between trees, not at them. • Skiers should remove ski pole straps. • Carry safety equipment including: Cell phone with resort emergency number, transceiver or beacon, AvaLung, whistle, shovel, probe, Recco Rescue System. • Keep your partner in sight at all times. In many SIS accidents, skiers and snowboarders have part of their body or equipment visible - but a partner isn’t there to see them.

SKI AND SNOWBOARDING SAFETY WEEKEND JAN. 17 – 19

Safety first! Children and adults can participate in many activities around the mountain to increase their level of safety. From fun scavenger hunts, to a national poster contest, to snow science and safety, there will be activities for everyone. By participating in safety weekend, participants receive 25 percent off Smith helmets and goggles.

• Take heart. Increased awareness and education reduces SIS risks. There are more reported cases of skiers and boarders being rescued by their partners each season. Information was collected from deepsnowsafety.org and nsaa.org/safety-programs/ For more safety tips visit tahoedonner.com/ downhill-ski/safety/

FEATURE

JUSTIN BRENDECKE PROMOTED TO CHEF AT PIZZA ON THE HILL BY ASHLEY QUADROS Justin Brendecke joined the Pizza on the Hill team in November 2013 and has since been promoted to chef at Pizza on the Hill.

dramatically. The original concept was developed by Brendecke and Chef Lew Orlady from The Lodge Restaurant and Pub; Brendecke has

“I love Tahoe Donner,” said Brendecke. “How can you complain

since adjusted the recipe to create a fresh dish that diners love to come

about being in the mountains and cooking? It’s just great up here. Surrounded by all of this natural beauty—it’s hard to beat.”

back for. Brendecke has expanded the Pizza on the Hill menu to include pasta,

Originally from St. Charles, Ill., Brendecke moved to Truckee in June

new appetizers, specialty sandwiches and more. “The best thing about

of 2013 and joined the Tahoe Donner team soon after. He started at the

being a chef is the availability and variety of food that I have at my

poolside grill before being promoted to run the kitchen at Pizza on the

disposal,” he said. While the menu continues to expand as he perfects

Hill. Over the last year, Brendecke has enhanced existing recipes and

recipes, Brendecke wants people to know pizza is still the main fare at

created new ones, including a new Pizza on the Hill favorite. “Can-

Pizza on the Hill. “The marinara sauce and the dough are made from

nelloni is a rising star on our menu,” said Brendecke. “I won’t reveal

scratch. I use a really good mozzarella blend. Our pizza is really fresh.”

our recipe, but it’s a hand rolled pasta stuffed with spinach, cremini

Pizza on the Hill is open daily through the holidays (through Jan. 4)

mushrooms and ricotta cheese topped with marinara and melted

for lunch and dinner starting at 11:30. Beginning January 5, the restau-

mozzarella,” he said, adding that sales for the menu item have gone up

rant is open for dinner Thursdays through Mondays from 5-8:30 p.m.

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FEATURE

USING TECHNOLOGY TO HELP WITH FITNESS BY ASHLEY QUADROS

You don’t need to be a techie to benefit from fitness technology.

can use to kick start your fitness

with a predicted 155-248 calo-

most participants lose between

resolutions this year.

ries burned. It also requires no

16-24 pounds by combining their

Supplement your workout at Trout

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equipment. If you are feeling

exercises with their designed diet

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website hosts over 300 workout

fatigued during your workout and

plan.

by adding even more options into

videos you can follow at home at

want to stop, you’ll know exactly

your fitness regimen. There are so

your own pace—pause as much as

how many estimated calories

website offers a variety of online

many ways to get a great workout,

you want to take a break without

you’ve burned to that point, since

workouts that can be done at

worrying about falling behind.

it tracks during the video. For

home. Just click on their “Articles

Videos are as short as five minutes

those interested, Fitness Blender

& Videos” tab to get started.

and go up to 88 minutes for those

also offers meal plans, but these

Workout videos include cardio,

looking for a hearty workout, and

are not free. An eight-week daily

strength and core training, abs,

include sessions for yoga, Pilates,

program costs $9.99 and includes

yoga and Pilates with the average

fat burning, low impact, stretch-

grocery lists as well as sugges-

video lasting about 15 minutes.

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tions for modifying for food

While SparkPeople doesn’t offer

is also categorized by level of

allergies, vegetarian diets, family

as many workout videos as Fitness

difficulty, so from beginner to

cooking, and more. The site boasts

Blender, a few extra perks they do

and in this day and age—the tech age—helpful and fun workout videos, helper apps and training tips are available on your phone and on the Internet, often for free.

ONLINE WORKOUT PROGRAMS AND MEAL PLANS If you have access to the

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advanced, there are exercises

offer are free

free workouts to enjoy at home in

everyone can appreciate. Before

recipe videos

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estimated range of calories you

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video demo showing

how to make a healthy baked

feedback. The 32-page “Great Abs

chicken with garlic and sun dried

Guide,” which is available for free

tomatoes—only 260 calories per

download, includes easy-to-make

serving with nine grams of fat. In

recipes, such as breakfast fruit

additional cooking videos, there

kabobs and egg-white omelets

are over 500,000 free recipes to

with goat cheese and salsa. The

choose from, catering to a variety

booklet is also peppered with

of dietary needs including vege-

helpful eating tips. Want to feel

tarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-

less bloated? Add cucumbers to

free, low carb, low fat, low sugar

your diet!

and more. This makes it easy to

Workoutz.com – This fit-

customize the perfect meal plan

ness website offers both workout

for the entire family. They also

videos and single-page printable

offer a “My Trackers” section on

workout programs you can read

their site, where one can join for

at your leisure. Their videos are

free to track efforts and goals.

not all-inclusive full workouts,

JessicaSmithTV.com – Host

but rather short demonstrations

Jessica Smith provides free tips,

on proper form and technique for

videos, weekly class schedules

exercises pertaining to the back,

and more on her website. The full-

arms, legs, abs, chest, and more.

length video workouts include

A large portion of the exercises

cardio, abs, low impact, kickbox-

include the use of equipment,

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which is good for putting into

and more. An open forum section

practice at Trout Creek Recre-

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post comments, questions, and get

require no equipment, so they

can be done from anywhere. Each

downloads for one year.

video workout is also classified as

NUTRITION APPS: DO YOU REALLY KNOW WHAT YOU’RE EATING?

low, medium or high intensity so you know what to expect before you begin. Hot5.co – Hot5 is a helpful free app for your phone. The app is for iOS and offers full body workout videos you can do from anywhere, in addition to tracking your calories burned from said workouts. Workouts available are as short as five minutes or as long as 50 minutes and include beginner to expert level classes from yoga to power conditioning. iTrain.com – iTrain offers fitness videos and audio from top trainers. From cardio to yoga or cross training, there are more than 300 workout options in this site’s library. You can download MP3s and podcasts for swimming, running, cycling, stretching and

Reading the ingredient label on a food item can be tricky and a bit confusing. What is Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT) and is it good or bad for you? How would the average person know unless they have a strong background in health or nutrition? We can find out anytime via an online search, but when you’re in a grocery store, it may not be convenient to look up ingredients on your phone unless you have hours to spend. Luckily for us, there are several health apps available for free that anyone can download to get on-the-spot pros and cons of food ingredients. ShopWell.com/mobileapp

more, then head to Trout Creek’s

– ShopWell is compatible with

gym, lap pool, or simply step out-

iOS and Android, and it’s free to

side and get your exercise on. The

download. The app has a scanner

downloadable workouts range

built right in. Let’s say you’re in

from $9-$15, depending on length;

the store and are trying to decide

a fee of $150 gets you unlimited

between two brands of bread. You

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aren’t sure what hidden effects lie within, but

app, compatible with both iOS and Android.

you can scan the barcode on each bread bag for instant results. Depending on what

Just like ShopWell, this app is also free

trying to achieve, the app will recommend a

and gives you the opportunity to scan

five-week calorie and fat allotment program.

all of your food items into the app

you are trying to achieve

and exercise intakes. Based on what you are

At the end of each day, when you total up your

for feedback on ingredients to help

meals and fitness, it makes predictions based

make a healthy choice. Fooducate

on that single day for what you may weigh in

an overall rating, in addition to

uses an A to D grade system and

exactly five weeks, assuming you do the same

pointing out the less-than-ideal

provides a quick summary of

thing daily. Based on the prediction, you can

(no dairy, no preservatives, etc.) it will give the food item

ingredients while recommending

nutritional ingredients in easy

alternative choices. Scores range

to understand language. It also recommends alterna-

from zero to 100: 100 being some-

tive food selections to

thing you should definitely eat and zero being something you should con-

meet your dietary needs.

sider avoiding. Of course, you can buy

If you are looking for a one-stop shop for

anything you wish, but with this nutri-

ingredient knowledge,

tion app, you’ll know what you’ll actually be consuming before you even buy it. Fooducate.com – Educate yourself on your food choices with the Fooducate mobile

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APPS THAT TRACK YOUR PROGRESS There are multiple apps available for your phone that can track all of your fitness efforts. Here are a few of our favorites:

adjust your meals and fitness accordingly and get a new update on each day following. MyFitnessPal also has the option to partner with your friends—so you can track your success together, if desired. Moves-app.com – With so much hype around digital trackers, Moves is a wonderful resource to track your movements on your phone, compatible with iOS and Android. Forget about buying a tracker for a $100; Moves automatically tracks all of your activity: walking, running, bicycling—it can even track you in a car. With every activity, it tracks the duration and your approximate calories burned. One of its main features is

Gym-Pact.com – The Pact app is a

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below). If you’re serious about hitting your fitness and health goals this year, this might be the perfect app to use, plus you’ll earn money as you get healthier. Pact is compatible with iOS. MyFitnessPal.com – This app is free to

have a charger handy or charge your phone often. The plus side is you don’t need to log any activity manually since it works at all times, as long as you have your phone on you. Whether you take advantage of the free technology out there or continue using programs that work best for you, we wish you

download and is a great way to know if you are

well in 2015 as many of us strive to be a little

on or off track with your fitness goals. After

happier and healthier in the choices we make.

installing the app on iOS or Android, you can immediately begin tracking all of your food

Happy New Year!

FEATURE

SPECIAL SNOWSHOEING TOURS In addition to offering snowshoeing at Tahoe Donner’s winter venues, we also offer a unique opportunity for guests to enjoy guided snowshoe tours. Check out our tours in January and February.

WHY EVERYONE SHOULD TRY SNOWSHOEING what’s holding you back? Get out in the snow! It’s a fabulous way to explore the great outdoors in snowy conditions, get some exercise and even see some wildlife. As Chauncey Parker, Tahoe Donner Cross Country level 3 certified ski instructor and natural history sightings guide pointed out, “It can be an incredibly peaceful, pleasant experience.”

PERKS OF SNOWSHOEING • It’s inexpensive. You don’t need to own your own snowshoes to take advantage of this fabulous sport. You can rent them at Tahoe Donner Cross Country or Tahoe Donner Snowplay to determine if snowshoeing is right for you. • It’s very easy to learn. If you can walk, you can snowshoe! “It’s secure and simple,” said Parker. “No technical skills are required.” • It’s low risk. Compared to other winter sports, snowshoeing is very safe with low danger for injury. Just make sure you are using snowshoes appropriate for the conditions. “When you have deep, fresh snow, use a large snowshoe,” advised Parker, who added that larger shoes should be considered if you are carrying more weight, such as a backpack. “But smaller snowshoes are great because they are lightweight, which creates more floatation.” • It’s great exercise. If you want a change from the same old gym routine, snowshoeing is a fun way to exert energy and burn those calories. While calories can be

Join our experienced snowshoe guides at Tahoe Donner Cross Country

BY ASHLEY QUADROS If you’ve never tried snowshoeing before,

DAY SNOWSHOE TOURS - JAN. 2, JAN. 11 AND FEB. 8, 10:30 A.M.-12 P.M.

Ski Area to learn about snowshoeing, as burned with skiing and snowboarding too, Parker reminds us snowshoeing is not as weather reliant. “Snowshoeing is not as dependent on conditions,” he explained. “You can still get out and have a good time with limited snow.” • It’s a way to explore. If you love hiking and scenic trails in the summer, snowshoeing allows you to see those sights in a different season.

well as the surrounding environment

WHERE CAN I SNOWSHOE?

participating in a scenic snowshoe hike

Virtually anywhere! After heavy snowfall, strap on some snowshoes and trek around your neighborhood. But if you are looking for designated locations, come out to Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area. With your trail pass, snowshoes can be rented for a full day of exploration, which includes eight designated snowshoe-only trails. If you get a chance, try Parker’s favorite—the Sequoia Trail. “The sequoias are awesome and it has spectacular views without going all the way to Hawks Peak.” If you are looking to try it for the first time, Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area also offers lessons that include your trail pass and equipment. At Tahoe Donner Snowplay, two- to four-hour snowshoe rentals are also available with your admission, so explore the grounds and get comfortable trekking in the snow. While you’re there, your admission also includes tubing and sledding equipment, so you can enjoy both activities!

and wildlife as you explore the trails at Tahoe Donner. Suitable for all levels. Book your day in advance on ShopTD.

MOONLIGHT SNOWSHOE TOURS – JAN. 3, JAN. 31 AND FEB. 6 (TIMES VARY) Take in the beauty of a full moon by and tour. These special moonlit tours are offered by both our cross country facility and our recreation department. The Jan. 31 tour includes wine tasting and s’mores. Book your adventure 48 hours in advance on ShopTD.

VALENTINE’S DAY SUNSET SNOWSHOE TOUR – FEB. 14, 4:30-6:30 P.M. Bundle up with your honey for a special Valentine’s Day evening. Meet at Trout Creek Recreation Center to shuttle to the trailhead. Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance. We hope to see you on the trails around Tahoe Donner this season. Before heading out, remember to dress in layers and bring sunblock, water, snacks and a flashlight. Happy snowshoeing!

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SKI OR RIDE FOR FREE WHEN YOU PURCHASE A TAHOE LICENSE PLATE

Purchase a Tahoe license plate and get two free Alpine or Nordic tickets to the Tahoe resort of your choice*. Now you can play in some deep powder without having to dig deep to make a difference. Your modest commitment will help fund hiking and biking paths, and water quality and restoration projects in the Lake Tahoe Basin. For more information or to purchase your license plate online, visit tahoeplates.com. jeremy jones pro snowboarder & big mountain freerider

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MANAGER OF THE YEAR SHERYL WALKER | ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS OFFICE MANAGER

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COMMUNITY

SNOWBOUND STREAMLINER ON DONNER SUMMIT On January 13, 1952, while enroute from Chicago to San Francisco, Southern Pacific’s luxury streamliner, the City of San Francisco, was stopped in its tracks about 20 miles west of Truckee when a major blizzard swept across the Sierra Nevada. Southern Pacific dispatched rescue engines and rotary plows from both ends of the summit, but they could not get through the heavy snow. In the meantime, U.S.

From January 13-16, 1952, more than 200 people huddled aboard the snowbound City of San Francisco during a massive Sierra storm (right). A rotary snowplow clears the tracks (above).

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The U.S. Army sent Weasels—tracked vehi-

and passengers no longer had heat. Anger and

cles developed during World War II—to rescue

panic began to set in, as passengers feared the

passengers, but they too struggled on the steep

very real threat of another avalanche pitching

terrain and deep snow. With little success,

the entire train down the steep mountainside.

rotary plows continued to attempt to make

The storm finally broke and the sun

headway from both the east and the west.

emerged on January 16. Rescue crews were

Tragically, two workers were killed during

finally able to reach the beleaguered passen-

rescue efforts. Dogsled teams were dispatched,

gers. Although cold and exhausted, none of the

but vehicles were too small to transport people

passengers perished in the three-day ordeal.

to safety. A break in the storm allowed a Coast

mous eight-day storm; the City of San Fran-

supplies.

cisco remained immobile for three more days after passengers were transported to safety,

Pacific staff members served free drinks to

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FEATURE

JOIN THE FUN DURING JANUARY LEARN TO SKI MONTH HUMANS WERE NEVER MEANT TO HIBERNATE BY GRETCHEN SPROEHNLE As we kick start the ski season, snow sports

to begin. Gentle slopes and wide-open runs,

industry businesses and organizations are

coupled with our highly successful ski school

gearing up for a great winter with new Learn

programs, make it the perfect venue for begin-

to Ski and Snowboard initiatives.

ners and families. And while Tahoe Donner

“Each year, we participate in the national

Cross Country Ski Area is nationally known

effort to introduce newcomers to snows-

for beautiful views and challenging terrain,

ports,” said Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area

the beginner area perfect for newcomers with

Manager Robert McClendon. “Typically,

a vast meadow just steps from the base area

that means January is designated as National

and meandering beginner and intermedi-

Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month, but this

ate trails on the lower mountain. Both areas

year, in addition to our own offerings, there

welcome skiers of all abilities with a friendly,

are some new programs.”

easy vibe.

New initiatives rolled out this year offer participants prizes and incentives to share their first-time experiences via social media, and to bring friends to introduce them to a sport they already know and love. The First Time Faces program specifically targets beginners by featuring the happy faces of newcomers who just took lessons and encouraging participants to share their positive experiences with others; the Bring a Friend program urges those who are already familiar with the sport to introduce it to others. There are plenty of incentives for newcomers to learn and current participants to help

them via the First Day Faces social media campaign (#firstdayfaces) and the Bring a Friend

including over 300 ski areas, plus suppli-

boards to two-day getaways at selected resorts

ers, media, retailers and even the U.S. Forest

for those who enter and even a chance to win a trip found at learntoskiandsnowboard.org. Here at Tahoe Donner, both the downhill and cross country ski areas are participating in this national effort with fantastic offers for beginners (see box on next page). It’s well known that Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area is the best place

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Partners from all snowsports industries,

Challenge. Prizes range from skis and snow-

to Utah. Details can be

“Taking lessons from professional instructors is the best way to learn,” said Sally Jones, Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area manager. “These campaigns are all about capturing the joy and feeling of accomplishment after learning a snow sport.”

TAHOE DONNER LEARN TO SKI MONTH OFFERS JAN. 5 – 9 AND 12 – 16 TAHOE DONNER CROSS COUNTRY SKI AREA Grab a friend and come learn to ski at Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area. During these periods, two participants can learn to ski for the price of one! Price includes a one-hour private lesson with all-day trail pass and rentals for two people. Cost: $81 for two people. Call in advance to reserve space(s).

TAHOE DONNER DOWNHILL SKI AREA: Never skied before? Learn to ski or snowboard with Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area; packages are just $39. Only for first timers, these packages include an all-day lift ticket, rental equipment, and a 1.75 hour group lesson for ages 7 and up.

Let it Flow. Let it Glow.

Service have collectively contributed by including program details in their regular public relations and communications outreach. It is the seventh year for the initiative; participants from 34 states are all working toward the same goal. “Those of us who ski or snowboard know what a joy it is to glide down a snow-covered slope,” said Raelene Davis, the chair of the national initiative and vice president of marketing at Ski Utah. “We want to share that joy with others and we hope to have many

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BOOK YOUR OWN PRIVATE SKI HILL! A ski day for your group is a perfect teambuilding event. Imagine getting out of the workplace and being surrounded by the beautiful Sierra mountains, while improving the effectiveness of your group and pushing your own individual performance to new levels. Made up of 40 percent beginner runs and 60 percent intermediate runs, our hill is great for beginner skiers, families and groups who are looking for a ski area that is personal and easy to get to while being surrounded by many other amenities. Complete corporate buyouts are available on Tuesdays this winter, as low as $75 per person. That’s right, the ski area belongs to your group* for the day and the package includes tickets, lessons, rentals, BBQ and a race course. Group functions can take place on the outside deck, which has comfortable seating, picnic tables and fire pits, or inside our spacious lodge. We can create special events for your group, including a hilarious banana split extravaganza, where your group creates an enormous 200-foot banana split!

Lodging opportunities with special discounts and transportation options are also available. For the group menu, bookings and more information, send an email to groupsales@tahoedonner.com. Tahoe Donner is the destination location

in Truckee where traditions begin. With our many activities, events and amenities, we cater to groups. Give us a call at 530-582-9643 today to discuss options for your organization! *Season passholders have access to the ski area every day, including buyout days.

LET US BE YOUR WINTER WEDDING WONDERLAND Surrounded by gently falling snow in a quiet winter oasis, let your love story fall into place by saying, “I Do” at The Lodge Restaurant and Pub this winter. The Lodge Restaurant & Pub is pleased to offer both indoor and outdoor ceremony selections. Whether you’d like to be in a warm, fireside setting in one of our softly lit rooms, or prefer to hold your ceremony in dancing snowflakes and pine trees on our deck, porch or pavilion, our banquet manager and staff are happy to oblige (weather permitting). Call for availability. We can also accommodate a family brunch for groups of 30 or more on either a Saturday or Sunday morning throughout the winter. We look forward to hosting your wedding! Your day is sure to go off without a hitch—as you get hitched! For questions or reservations, call 530-582-9643.

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BULLETIN BOARD

WINTER ASO REMINDERS I hope everyone had a happy new year. As winter is here, there are a

responsible for all of their guests or renters, including bears that make a

number of reminders we’d like you to keep in mind regarding tempo-

mess of trash or destroy a garbage can enclosure. Please make sure that

rary snow protection, snow removal courtesies, securing garbage cans,

you, your guests, or renters close your garbage can enclosure securely

and Christmas tree recycling.

each time it is used.

As winter approaches, owners start thinking about taking measures

The Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal Company is offering Christmas

for temporary snow protection. Using an approved material, such

trees curbside recycling from Jan. 12-16 (see ad below for more details).

as tempered glass or appropriately framed Plexiglas to protect your

All trees and branches must be cut into pieces that are a maximum of

entryways, windows, and other areas is a good idea since lightweight

three feet long with all decorations removed. Alternatively, there will be

plastic sheeting is not durable and won’t withstand our winter storms.

a drop-off bin at the Northwoods Clubhouse parking lot for undecorated

Plywood, properly stained or painted to match your home is also

trees from Dec. 29 - Jan. 16. If you miss that date, put the tree in your

allowed. Please remember that association rules state that all tempo-

back yard and in the spring take advantage of the Forestry Department’s

rary or permanent alterations to your property must be submitted and

chipping program. If you have any questions about the program, please

approved by the Architectural Standards Committee prior to installa-

call the Forestry Department at 530-587-9432.

tion. If you need to install temporary protection for snow, please submit your request over the counter at the Architectural Standards Office and it can be approved within one week. Also, please remember that

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any temporary protection must be removed as soon as it is no longer required (usually by the beginning of May). When snow arrives, blowing and/or pushing snow onto adjoining properties becomes an issue. As a reminder, your snow should stay on your property. We often get calls from homeowners stating that their neighbor, or their neighbor’s snow removal service, is blowing or pushing snow onto their lot and sometimes right up against their house. Please, when you clear your driveway, or have it cleared by a contractor, make sure that your snow is blown or pushed back only onto your own property. Also, please keep in mind that the Town of Truckee has the right to place snow from the streets in the front 20 feet of each lot. Typically, property lines start between 15-20 feet from the edge of the asphalt. That means that the Town of Truckee can push and/or blow snow up to 35 feet from the edge of the street. Please also remember to check your garbage can enclosure to be sure that it can be closed securely. Keep in mind that homeowners are

HOMES ON THE RISE The Architectural Standards Committee reviewed the following plans in November 2014: Unit/Lot

Street Address

Square Feet

Project

08/143

11791 Schussing Wy.

3246

House

10/268

13233 Muhlebach Wy.

3346

House

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TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS BOARD MEETING RECAP NOVEMBER 22, 2014 Consent Calendar: Approved • Election Committee resignation (Sorensen) • Election Committee resignation (Dundas) • Election Committee appointment (Rohrback) • Election Committee appointment (Snyder) • ASC appointment (Moore) • Room rental rates • Rate changes • Ford One Ton sand plow pickup 55 (Reserve Replacement) • Corporate Resolution 2014-6 investment broker (Sterne, Agee & Leach, Inc.) • Snowplay food trailer

Equestrian Center Campus: Approved The board approved the layout for the new Equestrian Center campus. December 20 Regular Board Meeting: Approved The board approved canceling this meeting. Administrative Policy Resolution 2014-5: Approved The board approved a new policy for chartered club potluck and The Lodge banquet and events discounts. Director of Finance and Accounting Report: Approved The board approved the 2014 preliminary October Financials. Committee Rosters for 2015: No action The board reviewed proposed committee appointments for 2015 in anticipation of acting upon them at the next regular board meeting. Discussion: Strategic Plan and Goals Update: No action The board discussed a process for updating the association’s strategic plan and strategic goals for 2015-2020. Executive Session: Approved • Audit and tax services contract with Gilbert Associates. • Employee health insurance split of 75 percent employer / 25 percent employee. • Employee Loss Recovery Plan accrual for employee furloughs amounting to $85,000. • Authorization to purchase two small parcels in the Bucknam Tract. These summaries are intended for general information purposes only. The minutes are available at tahoedonner.com, upon request in the General Manager’s office, or by calling 530-587-9431. A copy of the minutes and current agenda are posted outside the Member Services Office in Northwoods Clubhouse.

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IRELAND

Bob and Ba ri O’Ne ill at the Cliffs of Moher, County Clare. They had a wonderful week-lo ng vacation touring sout hwes t Irela nd by ca r, sta ying in quaint B&Bs and enjoyi ng ever y mea l.

SWEDEN

Mathea and Bruce Snow with Margot Hamberg Struble in

Vargön, Sweden after visiting the circa 1900 family farm four hours west of Stockholm.

CANADA

y visiting d Anton McGread Sa rena Shapiro an 14, and , Ca nada, June 20 Haida Gwaay, B.C. l history of amazing cultura experiencing the tiona l Reserve. Gwaii Haa nas Na

BOTSWANA

Lee Eisman and Jay Tennenbaum at the Nxabega Okavango Safari Camp in Botswana in May, 2014

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SPAIN

Family trip to Picos de Europa in Cantabria, Spain in June 2014. From left: David Burke, Isa Burke, Manuel Meré, and Yvonne Meré.

AUSTRALIA

JuliGene, Jennifer, Natalia, and sApo elve anna Bobroff at the Tw Road, tles, along the Great Ocean lia. tra outside of Melbourne, Aus

HAWAII Jay Corpus at Waikiki Beach, Oahu, Hawaii.

BOTSWANA Mike and Penny Edwards at Chobe Marina Lodge, Botswana at the end of a wonderful 14-day tour of South Africa that included stops in Capetown, Victoria Falls, Johannesburg, and Entibene.

Email your “Where in the World” photos to: comdep@tahoedonner.com. Please submit only .jpeg files of 300 dpi or higher for printing. Photos must include a copy of TD News. Please list the names of everyone in the picture, where and when it was taken, and a short description of your captured experience. Note: please be patient; it could take up to six months to see your photo published due to a large number of submissions.

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Happy New Year!

Alison and the Elder Group Wish You and Your Family the Very BEST in 2015! New Listing!

New Listing!

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Nestled on Greenbelt

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Way back from the street and lovely setting. You’ll love the huge windows, comfortable great room concept and open floor plan. Spacious kitchen and dining, rear deck and spa overlooking the forest. 1,813± s.f. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Large garage, flat/sunny driveway, easy year ’round access. A special enclave ready for your family! $589,000

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A classic mountain retreat, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, open floor plan, BIG family room, en-suite master and cozy loft upstairs. Flat lot, backyard with of privacy, deck, large garage. In-law suite above garage perfect for a game room or extra guests. $495,000

New Golf Course Home

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Beautiful NEW 2,100± s.f. split level, craftsman home. Quality finishes abound in this Vision Construction home – plus deep lot adjacent to the Tahoe Donner golf course with lovely views! 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and HUGE Family Room. Sold for $742,500

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Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to a wonderful 2015!

Everyone at Dickson Realty Truckee is thankful for

honored to call our Dickson agents, and also our

your business and friendship during 2014. We know

many clients who have entrusted us with their

with certainty that without your support we would

real estate business. Finally, thanks to all of our

not have grown our business year after year.

colleagues and non-profit partners whom we work

We thank all of the outstanding experts we are

with throughout the year.

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