The Winged M, August 2021 by Multnomah Athletic Club

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Adventures Await MAC’s Outdoor Team Points the Way PAGE 44

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Multnomah Athletic Club’s mission: Enrich lives, foster friendships, and build upon traditions of excellence in athletic, wellness, and social programs.

AUGUST 2021 | VOL. 110 No. 8

TIM GUNTHER PHOTOGRAPHY

A PLATINUM CLUB

Cheers from Winestock!

Contents FEATURED

28 | Advocating for a Better World John and Kimberly Branam find balancing DEI efforts with family life both challenging and rewarding.

44 | The Outdoors Awaits Get out into the world and have an adventure. See where the road, river, trail, or mountain takes you.

COMMUNICATIONS TEAM Stephanie Cameron Director Kathleen Conners Project Manager Stephanie Duffy Graphic Designer Laura Lawrence Digital Content Specialist

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WELLNESS

42-43 Instructor Spotlight Naturopath column

C U L I NARY

Adam Linnman Communications Manager

24-25 Sunset Bistro Events Sports Pub on Sundays

Julia Omelchuck Graphic Designer/ Ad Services Coordinator

EVENTS

Kelly Robb Marketing Manager Jake Ten Pas Copywriter

34-37 Junior Events Committee Family Fun

Allyson Wilinski Content Manager

AT H L E T I C S 56 | Early Birds 58 | Tennis 60 | Pickleball 62 | Golf

ON THE COVER MAC members find myriad ways to get out and explore. Cover illustration by Autumn Rizzo.

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PRESIDENT’S COLUMN Committee Chairs STANDING

Athletic Brad Miller Budget and Finance Steve Brown Communications Debbie Koesel DEI Grant Yoshihara Diversity Admissions Chris Gong House Jack Phillips Member Events Sheri Anderson Membership Ron Fraback Property Spencer Raymond BOARD

Food & Beverage Rachael Seeger Human Resources Steve Brown Land Use Dwight Terry Technology Soren Andersen SPECIALIZED

Arts Catherine Blanksby Community Relations Vivian Solomon SPORT

Basketball Mark Plumlee Climbing Reniera Eddy Cycling Steve Getsiv Dance Cinzia Corio-Holman Early Birds Bill Zander Fitness & Decathlon Blake Anderson Golf Darin Vick Group Exercise Shawn DiGruccio Gymnastics Sara Vanderhoff Handball Brian Lee Karate Mark Twietmeyer Outdoor Activities Program Sue Rimkeit Pickleball Mark Jansa Pilates Irvin Handelman Racquetball Georgette Blomquist Ski Doug Lindgren Squash Byron Gaddis Swim Ken Meyer Synchro Lisa Girard Tennis Nicole Mather Triathlon & Running Ryan Chiotti Volleyball Nikki Metcalf Walking & Hiking Suzanne Zarling Water Fitness Chris Bathurst Water Volleyball Dinda Mills Yoga Daureen Morris EVENT

20s/30s Grant Wiater Balladeers Jon Lee Culture and Style Maria Bruce Family Events Lindsey Hern Holiday Decorating Bridget Connolly MelloMacs Amy Johnson Social Activities Ryan Chiotti

fter one of the most challenging years in a generation, I can’t help but feel optimistic as it seems things continue to move in a positive direction. Although we still strongly encourage members who have Robert Torch not been vaccinated PRESIDENT to continue to wear masks in the club, at the time of writing this column in mid-July, most COVID restrictions have now been lifted, the state has reopened, and MAC is coming back to life. I’m excited to see the direction the club is heading, with more and more offerings available seemingly every day. Club staff has done a tremendous job working through all of the frequent changes and pivots to continue to make progress returning MAC to its previous, preCOVID operational levels. Yes, there is still work to be done, but it’s been heartwarming to see members, old and new, coming back to the club and returning to what was once known as “normal.” It is understandable that not everyone shares my optimism and enthusiasm, and the board and I have noticed that some people in the community remain “on edge.” Recent events have caused some tempers to flare, which has been difficult to hear about because that does not sound like the MAC that I know and love. It has been a difficult year, for both members and MAC staff, but we can’t use this as an excuse to treat each other with contempt or anger. MAC is a place very near and dear to my heart, and I’m sure most of you feel the same way, so it’s extremely disappointing to hear of instances where members have been rude to staff or each other. MAC is a place that prides itself on the strength of community, which includes proper conduct and etiquette, and everyone plays a part in ensuring that it remains somewhere where we can all feel safe and respected. The uncertainty of the past 16 months has understandably caused a lot of

frustration. But it’s crucial to remember to treat each other with kindness. MAC is like a second home for most of the membership, and we should continue to treat it as such so that it remains a place we all love. With so much positivity happening all around, this shouldn’t be a time to get angry. We’re all in this together, and offering support and encouragement to each other is more important now more than ever.

New Athletic Director After an extensive search, I am thrilled that MAC has a new athletic director and am happy to welcome Valerie Cleary, formerly the athletic director at Portland State University, to the team. You can read much more about Val and her background and accomplishments in Charles’ column in this issue of The Winged M. Many thanks to the numerous members who volunteered to be on the search and interview committees. Please be sure to say “hi” to Val and welcome her to MAC when you see her at the club later this month.

MAC’s Big Draw It’s the club’s welcoming environment and the community’s willingness to share it with others that has MAC’s Big Draw on a course to be a tremendous success. The campaign has received a great deal of support from membership, and with staff doing such a great job getting the club reopened, it’s a perfect time to welcome new potential members. As of mid-July, we had already received almost 300 applications, which is beyond even my expectations — although only the 115 applicants who took the critical step of paying the initiation fee deposit were added to the waitlist (subject to review by Membership Committee and the approval of the Board of Trustees). Please continue to share this unique opportunity with anyone you think would make a great addition to the club, and continue to utilize the MAC’s Big Draw page on themac.com. If you invited someone to apply, invite them to use MAC as guests. Let’s get them in the door and excited about all the club has to offer. See you at the club!

Ways to Reach MAC atyourservice@themac.com or 503-517-7235 themac.com/group/pages/contact-us AUGUST 2021

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MANAGER’S COLUMN President Robert Torch Vice President Chase McPherson Secretary Reidun Zander Treasurer Stephen Brown Trustees Nathan Ayotte Kyle Goulard Mike Mathews Richard Maxwell Alison Rosenblum Mary Turina Katherine O. VanZanten Marilyn Whitaker General Manager Charles Leverton Executive Leadership Team Tech & Portfolio Director Matt Abraham Engagement Director/ Interim Athletic Director Jason Amos Communications Director Stephanie Cameron Finance & Accounting Director Briana Mathias HR Director Amy Mattson Club Operations Senior Director John Sterbis

Senior Leadership Team

Interim Portfolio Manager Matt Abraham Food & Beverage Director Erik Anderson Executive Office Manager/Interim Committee Support Manager Laura Boley Interim Fitness & Wellness Manager Will Cath Club Program Director Abby DenUyl Athletic Business Operations Manager Chad Failia Retail Manager Conrad Hulen Technology Senior Manager Mark Marcelline Safety Manager Jeff Miller Facilities Director Elaine O’ Flynn Member Services Manager Kevin Pollack Membership Manager Jenny Robinett

’m often asked about my vision for MAC. My simple answer is to grow it into the healthiest community in the country. A community that represents a beacon for all others looking Charles Leverton to live a healthy, GENERAL MANAGER contented, and thriving life. Where we can realize our “best genetic 70” and find ourselves physically, emotionally, and mentally engaged far into our twilight years. This month we took another step on that journey. Valerie Cleary, MAC’s new athletic director, is far more than an impressive resume that reflects a career dedicated to sport and holistic athleticism. She is a brilliant community builder who understands that health is not a moment in time but rather a lifelong pursuit. She knows that the journey to becoming a lifelong athlete is best accomplished when you are able to find your passions, when it is easy for you to stay active despites life’s constant twists and turns, and when you are empowered with knowledge and options. Focusing on holistic health, where data tells us that having friends to share experiences with, combined with the ability to recover after injury or physical stress, and your mindset are just as important as moving your body. I met Valerie while we both served on the board of Oregon Sport. After a few meetings, I quickly realized that I had met one of those special humans who possess a perfect blend of charm, authenticity, and intelligence. She understood that our democratic approach to governance in a member-run system is our competitive advantage, and we had amazing conversations about how to engage our senior athletes, build compelling youth programs, and empower our talented staff to serve in a world-class organization.

During her club visits, she quickly and adeptly won the hearts of each member she met — from a past president to a group who were gathered after a competitive game of tennis. Later on, all of them, and many others would tell me they were “impressed” prior to realizing that she was a candidate. Val joins us from Portland State University, where she helmed all Division 1 athletics for the Vikings. She led the multiyear and multimillion-dollar renovation of their athletic facilities. She adeptly created partnerships around Portland to help build a home field advantage for a university that lacked many of its own athletic spaces, and, more importantly, she built a legacy of meaningful connections with her athletes, coaches, and supporters. Her reach, however, goes far beyond the city limits. I spoke with numerous athletic directors around and outside Oregon and their responses were all consistent. Val leads with innovative ideas, understands that different problems require different tools, and is a perfect example of serviceminded leadership. More conversations with former athletes from her tenure as the athletic director at Willamette University, colleagues from the prestigious boards she serves on, and mutual acquaintances deepened my belief that I had found someone who could be the steward of our club’s athletic legacy. MAC’s athletic director search attracted some of the best talent in the nation: candidates from renowned universities, Olympic coaches, leaders from the country’s premiere park and recreation programs. At the end of a very competitive process, two independent, objective panels comprised of the entire spectrum of our membership and staff all unanimously agreed that we had one candidate who distinctively rose above the rest. In fact, one word echoed in refrain as I asked about the groups’ thoughts on Val, “wow.” Valerie Cleary will join MAC toward the end of August. I ask each of you to join me in sharing with her our excitement and best wishes as she leads us into our next chapter, at what is already arguably America’s most inspiring history of health and athletics.

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FACES OF MAC: OLYMPIC EDITION In honor of the Summer Olympics still taking place in Tokyo, Japan, here’s a list of MAC members, and an employee, who’ve competed at the games. These are just the highlights, and members who are curious about the club’s continuing legacy of excellence, not to mention fascinating sports history, are encouraged to read longer stories from August 2008 and July2012 issues ofThe Winged M, which are linked from the News page at themac.com.

A.C. Gilbert

Louis Kuehn

Maureen Murphy

Carolyn Wood

Joni Huntley

1906

1924

1960

1976, 1984

Bert Kerrigan

Robin Reed

Jim Grelle

Joni Huntley

1992, 1996, 2000, 2004, 2008

High Jump, Bronze

Wrestling, Gold

1,500-Meter Run, Eighth place

High Jump; Did not place, Bronze

Carolyn Wood

1988, 1992

1908

Chester Newton

Forrest Smithson

Wrestling, Silver

110-Meter Hurdles, Gold

1932

A.C. Gilbert Pole Vault, Gold

Weightlifting - Light, Fifth place

Dan Kelly

1948

Long Jump, Silver 1908 and 1912 Sam Bellah Pole Vault, Sixth and seventh place 1912 Martin Hawkins 110-Meter Hurdles, Bronze 1920 Thelma Payne Three-Meter Springboard, Bronze Louis “Happy” Kuehn Olympic Diving, Gold

Arne Sundberg

Nancy Merki Lees

Freestyle Relay (Swimming), Gold 1964, 1968, 1972 Kevin Freeman Team Equestrian Eventing, Three silver medals

400-Meter Freestyle, Seventh place

1968, 1972

Suzanne Zimmerman

Wrestling, Two silver medals

100-Meter Backstroke, Silver 1956

Dan Jorgensen Swimming: 400 Freestyle Relay, 400 Freestyle, 800 Freestyle Relay; 11th, Gold, Bronze

Rick Sanders

Aaron Paulson Paralympics Swimming, Freestyle Relay, Medley Relay; Gold (1996), Did not place (all other years) 1996 Kurt Grote Swimming: 100 Breaststroke, 200 Breaststroke, 400 Medley Relay; Sixth, Eighth, Gold 1988 Craig Schommer Cycling, Did not place

1968

2000 Andrew Hermann

Maureen Murphy

Cathy Jamison Imwalle

100-Meter Backstroke, Fifth place

200-Meter Breaststroke, Fifth place

1992

1956, 1960

1968, 1972

Lee Allen

Henk Schenk

Greco-Roman Wrestling, Did not place, Eighth

Greco-Roman Wrestling, Freestyle Wrestling; Did not place

Synchronized Swimming (Czech Republic), Did not place

Lucie Svrcinova

Racewalking, Did not place

Submit information for Faces of MAC to wingedm@themac.com.

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The MelloMacs Committee supports social and singing events at MAC by hosting weekly choir rehearsals and performances in the community. Chorus members regularly share music and laughter with residents of the Veterans Affairs Medical Center and assisted living communities with sing-alongs of favorite songs and stories about the composers. They also give their time and energy at MAC for movie sing-alongs and holiday events. Whether hosting potluck parties or a karaoke session at Goose Hollow Days, putting on the annual Spring Sing-Along, or enjoying happy hour in the Sports Pub, the social connections and friendships made through song have remained strong, even during the past year of physical distancing.

Directed by professional musician and arranger Gus Pappelis, the choir provides suggestions for musical selections, reflecting the wide range of interests found in all MAC members. Auditions and pre-registration are not required to attend Monday night rehearsals — only a love of singing and the team spirit that comes from creating four-part harmony. The singing season begins with an open rehearsal at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 13, in the Ainsworth/Lownsdale room. See page 36 for more information, or contact ajohnson.chair@themac.com.

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Bud Lewis and friends at the 2019 Bud Award event.

The Bud Award: Past, Present, and Future Since 2017, the Multnomah Athletic Foundation (MAF) has been honoring the spirit of Leland “Bud” Lewis by presenting the Bud Award, which is rooted in sportsmanship, enthusiasm, and a passion for athletics. The prize is offered to community grant recipients who demonstrate those same qualities, especially those providing access and opportunities to youth from underserved communities. Diane Lewis, daughter of Bud Lewis, believes the award is a perfect tribute to her father. “It encourages others to strive to become their best selves,” she says. Building on the positive legacy of Bud Lewis himself, the Bud Award is meant to reach far beyond the field or court, and so, MAF is excited to announce Active Children Portland (ACP) as the recipient of the 2021 Bud Award. ACP provides community-oriented, mentor-led, afterschool programming for kindergarten through eighth grade kids in underserved Portland Metro neighborhoods. Their free programming ensures kids have access to a safe space to focus on soccer, nutrition, creative writing, and service learning, all of which are designed to help build confidence and keep them healthy and succeeding in school. “We

don’t use volunteers to help facilitate programming, we use coach mentors, many of whom have ties to these communities or grew up in them,” says Active Children Portland Executive Director Kimberly Bergstrom. MAF provided grant funds that were used toward start-up costs for ACP’s two new expansion sites serving some of Portland’s most disadvantaged neighborhoods, and the reinstatement of summer programming. “What many people don’t know is that Active Children Portland is a small nonprofit without government funding, so groups like MAF are the driving force behind making a difference and helping kids disproportionately affected by COVID-19,” says Bergstrom. “After 10 years of hard work, we are now at 32 schools, a long way from the original six we started with.” With each passing year, the Bud Award expands its reach and influence, and the Multnomah Athletic Foundation and its grant recipients are excited to be part of that progress. To learn more about the Bud Award or any other of MAF’s grants or scholarships, visit MultnomahAthleticFoundation.com. For more information on Active Children Portland, please visit ACPortland.org. AUGUST 2021

Join MAF at 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 5 in the MAC Reading Lounge for a gathering and short program honoring Bud’s legacy and the 2021award recipient, Active Children Portland. The event is open to the community. No reservations are required.

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TRIBUTES Honor someone special or memorialize someone who has passed away by making a tribute gift to the Multnomah Athletic Foundation. Tributes fall under one of five designations: memorial, anniversary, get well, birthday, or recognition. To make a contribution, contact MAF Executive Director Lisa Bendt at 503-517-2350 or lisa@MultnomahAthleticFoundation.com. August tributes are listed below, with the honored individuals’ names in bold. Mike Falkenstein (memorial) Lee Emery Myra Friedman and Ralph Fullerton

Ione Clair (memorial) Chita Becker Suzanne Carlbom Linda Kilham Goebel Sudee and Clayton Hering Becky Jones Embry Savage

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House Committee Report House Committee enforces rules of conduct for members and guests by investigating infractions and recommending sanctions to the Board of Trustees. Recent board actions are listed below, along with reminders about the applicable club rules.

Rules Reminders Abuse of Members, Nonmembers, or Staff: Including but not limited to verbal or nonverbal offense, inappropriate gestures, or threatening language. Behavior Unbecoming a Member: Any behavior deemed inappropriate for a member of Multnomah Athletic Club, regardless of reference to specific club rule.

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Physical Abuse of Members, Nonmembers, or Staff: Including, but not limited to, physical violence or threat of physical violence. Rules Violation: Violation of any club rule not otherwise categorized. Including, but not limited to, refusal to present membership card, photographing members without permission.

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IN MEMORIAM Gayanne Courter Jan. 23, 1935-Jan. 9, 2021 Gayanne Courter, 85, passed from this life on Saturday, January 9, 2021, at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Portland, Oregon, with her husband Dick at her side. Gayanne was born on January 23, 1935, in Dunsmuir, California, to Arthur Thomas “Art” Johnston and Veda Vere (Widby) Johnston. She resided in North Bend, Oregon, before moving to Portland. Gayanne graduated from Girls Polytechnic High School, Laurelhurst area of Portland. She earned a B.S. in child development from the University of California, Berkeley. She worked for Goldstone Observatory - Jet Propulsion Laboratory near Barstow, California, at Dornbecker Childrens Hospital, and managed a vehicle recovery company before working with Dick in managing their co-owned forestry consulting firm, Genetechs. On August 19, 1972, Gayanne married Richard Wayne “Dick” Courter, at the Methodist Church in Portland, Oregon. Gayanne and Dick lived near Banks, Oregon until February of 1978, when they made their home in Portland. Gayanne was a championship tennis player won many tournaments with her dear friend Fran Hermanson. A former Irvington Tennis Club member, she was a 50-plus-year Multnomah Athletic Club member. Gayanne and Dick are Oregon Small Woodlands Association lifetime members and their family tree farm is certified through the American Tree Farm System. Her family has owned timber land near Vernonia for more than 80 years. She was preceded in death by her mother, father, sister, Dona, and a nephew, Greg. She is survived by nieces, Cheryl (Al) Lindenberger and Cindy (Jim) Mamay;

grandniece, Crystal Lindenberger Sanden and grandnephew, Shaun Lindenberger in addition to great-grandnephews, Gage Lindenberger, Jace, and Ryan Sanden. While no current plans are certain, it is hoped that a celebration of life can be scheduled later this summer. Please follow Facebook pages either at Dick Courter or Skyline “Hidden Volcano” Tree Farm for an announcement regarding plans. Gayanne was interned at Skyline Memorial Gardens. The family has respectfully requested that any memorial contributions be made to the Oregon Tree Farm Memorial Fund at 1600 NW Skyline Blvd., Portland, Oregon 97229.

Melvin Charles “Bud” Donald January 15, 1944-June 8, 2021 Bud Donald, 77, passed away at his Lake Oswego home due to heart failure. A 50-plus-year MAC member, he enjoyed many friendships developed during his participation in running, handball, exercise and conditioning, and relaxing in the Men’s Bar. Born in Portland, to Melvin and Bernese Donald (Johnson), Bud attended Highland (now MLK Jr.) Elementary and Jefferson H.S., graduating in 1961. He went on to play basketball at Linfield College, party at UO (ATO), and ultimately graduated from Portland State in 1967. Bud’s career began at Lamb-Weston, where he was a proud member of the “Big Potato Guys” sales team, which resulted in many lifelong friends. When Lamb-Weston was sold, he joined Universal Frozen Foods and later became National Sales Manager for Westnut and the Hazelnut Growers of Oregon. Among his proudest accomplishments was being appointed to Portland’s trade delegation to China and being named to Oregon’s European Roundtable created to expand the marketing of Oregon products worldwide.

In 1970, he married Marsha Hoey and they soon welcomed daughters Jill and Erin. A devoted father, Bud was always an active participant in his daughters’ lives, never missing any of their sporting events, especially MAC Gymnastics. As the coach of their championship softball teams, he taught his players the skills to win and always made sure they had fun. In 1998, Bud married Patricia Davidson Hogan on a beach in Maui, Hawaii, where for many years they returned to celebrate their anniversary. He and Pat lived an active life and enjoyed time at Black Butte Ranch, and vacationing in Arizona, California, Hawaii, and wherever else life took them. They were also active members of Oswego Lake Country Club where, in 1990, Bud scored two holes in one in just two months. Bud was raised primarily by his mother, Bernese, who was the ultimate sports nut. At less than a year old, he was photographed holding a baseball bat and, having the only neighborhood basketball hoop, there was always some sort of game being played at the Donald home. A perennial Little League and Babe Ruth All-Star, at Jefferson he was named to the First Team All-City PIL squad and played 2nd base on the 1959 State Championship team. He later played semi-pro baseball in the Portland area. But basketball was his first love. Playing guard, Bud was known for his speed, agility, and shooting ability, and was often the “go to” player when the Democrats needed a basket. He also played football for two years, but decided to hang up his pads to join the rally squad. Bud was predeceased by his parents Bernese and Melvin. He is survived by his wife Pat, daughters Jill Donald Stratton and Erin Donald (Eric Gale), and granddaughters Amelia, Pearl, Laila, and Eliza. Contributions may be made in Bud’s honor to the Multnomah Athletic Foundation, The Oregon Humane Society, Portland Rescue Mission, or to a charity of choice. Continued on page 21

Please send obituaries for current and former MAC members to obituaries@themac.com. Submissions should be 500 words or less and may be edited for MAC style, grammar, and clarity. AUGUST 2021

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Louis (Lou) A. Jansky July 13, 1927-May 27, 2021 On Thursday May 27, retired Portland dentist, Dr. Louis (Lou) A. Jansky passed away peacefully at home. Dr. Jansky was born in Chicago Illinois on July 13, 1927, the only child of Louis A. Jansky and Anna R. Jansky (Petrik). Growing up on the south side of Chicago was a challenging experience, and Lou always gave all the credit for keeping him on the straight and narrow to his parents and the Boy Scouts. Dr. Jansky entered the U.S. Navy at the age of 18 and proudly served in World War II and the Korean War. After the service, Lou attended Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois, where he completed his undergraduate studies and met his future wife Eileen, going on to earn his master’s degree in entomology at the University of Illinois, Champaign. He worked as a chemist in pest control for several years before attending dental school. Dr. Jansky graduated from the University of Chicago Dental School in 1960. Upon graduation, Dr. Jansky took over a dental practice in the middle of Amish country in central Illinois. The Jansky’s relocated to Portland in 1964 where he opened his dental practice with his wife as his business partner. Dr Jansky was a member of the American Dental Association and the Oregon Dental Association, and associate professor at OHSU dental school. The Janskys retired in 1988. A true family man, Dr. J., as many have called him, was a lifelong supporter of scouting. He encouraged and supported his kids and their friends throughout their respective scouting endeavors and passed on his outdoorsman skills. Lou loved the outdoors. He loved to be in the woods camping, hiking, just sitting reading a book, or in the water, fishing, boating, canoeing, swimming etc. After retirement, Lou and Eileen traveled to Europe several times visiting Czechoslovakia, his father’s homeland. As a trained entomologist, Dr. Jansky was a dedicated supporter of nature and of all animals, especially dogs and the world’s bees. Through his daily rituals, Lou created an extensive network of friends well beyond family, and he attributed his MAC

membership to his longevity. He attained his 50-year pin last winter, and until the pandemic, he attended yoga and stretch classes three days a week. “How many 93 year olds can still touch their toes?” he’d ask. Dr. Jansky participated in many MAC sports during his 50 years including, badminton, volleyball, handball, and racquetball. And being an exceptional dancer, he enjoyed attending many dances at MAC with his wife and friends. While he did not think of himself as a social butterfly, his family reminded him as he left that he was successful at spreading love, compassion, and friendship to everyone he met. Dr. Louis Jansky was preceded in death by Eileen, his wife of 45 years in 1996. He is survived by his three children, Janan Skyhar (Steve), Larry, and Andrew (Susie); four grandchildren, Jenna Lou, Ally, Molly, and Zack; and his cherished companion, Mary Considine. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.The family asks that any remembrances be sent to the Xerces Society (to help save the bees) or to the Bonnie Hays Small Animal Shelter.

Richard Savinar Oct. 15, 1924-June 8, 2021 After a long and fully lived life, Richard Savinar left this world with family surrounding him. At 96 years old he was ready to see his wife Adele again—the smile in his face when he passed indicated he did. Richard was “the funniest man I’ve ever met” and “had more friends than anyone I know.” He was all about family. He was direct, sometimes to a fault, loved a good debate, a good book, the New Yorker and The New York Times. He ate no red meat, but loved a fresh maple bar and vanilla ice cream. He wore caps, not hats, and never backed down from the truth and doing the right thing. He was a one-of-kind guy. Short in stature, giant in character. Born in Portland on Oct. 15, 1924, to Bessie and Jacob Savinar, Richard joined his older siblings Shirley and Norman. As small children, they chased chickens that had escaped from his father’s poultry business down Front Avenue. When not assisting in his father’s business, he attended Irvington Elementary School, moved on to Grant High School and finally, the University of Oregon where he was a Sigma Alpha Mu. War interrupted college and sent him with the 10th Mountain Division ski troops to Italy where he served as a mule skinner and

ran munitions up the Alps. He returned to U of O after the war and after a blind date, met the love of his life, Adele Zavin. He never stopped referring to her as the most beautiful woman in the room or telling her he was crazy about her. Together they had four kids which eventually turned into 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. No one loved family more than Richard, and no family loved their dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa more. Post college, he worked with brother Norman in the family business, Portland Ice and Cold Storage. Eventually he left and opened Savinar Travel Service. He traveled the world doing what he loved most, adventuring to new places and meeting new people. Leading groups throughout the Swiss and Italian Alps was a perennial favorite. After more than 30 years, he retired, having touched every continent but Antarctica. Adele by his side much of the time, they had a ball. Richard was a member of Temple of Beth Israel and served as the president of the Temple Brotherhood. He joined Beaverton Rotary in 1966 and was an active member of the Rotary Youth Exchange for 15 years. As a 50-plus-year member of the Multnomah Athletic Club, he was on the Diversity and running committees, an original Early Bird, and helped mark the first running trails in Washington Park. His passions ran deep and wide. He could lose himself in opera just as much as at a Ducks game. He loved camping and fishing; he and his children packed into the Wallowa mountains for a week of both every summer. Fancy cars parked in his garage was not an unusual sight nor was packing his children in to the way back of a Ford. He ran before it was fashionable to run and baked bread on the weekends. The destination closest to his heart was “God’s country,” Tolovana Park, where family and friends gathered at his and Adele’s beach house for fiestas, crab and clam feeds, and general hilarity. Richard is survived by his children, David, Judy (Dan Cunha), Tom (Anna Maria), and Andy, 10 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Donations can be made to Rotary Youth Exchange and the Alzheimer’s Association or a socially conscious charity of one’s choice. A service has been held. Continued on page 23

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Denise Renee Vetterlein Dec. 20, 1963-May 30, 2021 Denise Renee Vetterlein, a longtime resident of SW Portland, died May 30, 2021, at the age of 57, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born Dec. 20, 1963 in Eugene, Oregon, Denise attended West Sylvan Elementary School, before continuing at Lincoln High School. From there, Denise went to the University of Colorado, where she graduated Phi Beta Kappa with a degree in art history, a varsity letter for track & field, and a lifetime of sisterhood with Delta Gamma sorority. Focusing on the Italian Renaissance, Denise spent time studying in Florence, Italy, and later returned several times with her husband Andrew to explore the vast culture of northern and central Italy and France. Still hungry for more, Denise and Andrew moved, sight unseen, to Taipei, Taiwan, where Andrew’s work took them in the 1990s. There, Denise immersed herself learning Mandarin and all about Chinese culture. She got a job at the National Palace Museum surrounded by amazing works of art. Young and with no children yet, Denise and Andrew seized every opportunity to visit remote and inspiring places throughout Asia. Denise continued to work in the design and art fields after returning to Portland and starting a family. She was a longtime member of the NW China Council, Multnomah Athletic Club, and the Portland Art Museum’s Asian Arts Council, acting as president for a term in addition to other roles. An avid runner and athlete, Denise’s high school cross country team were state champions in 1978 and state track champions in 1980. Long into her fight with Alzheimer’s disease, the trails of the Hoyt Arboretum and Forest Park were her running sanctuary and therapy. Denise will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 33 years, Andrew; her sons, Olin and Aiden; parents, John and Virginia Sachs; sister, Alicia (Brad) Fecker; and brother, David Sachs; as well as nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends. Any donations are welcome for Alzheimer’s disease research at brightfocus.org/ADR as well as the Portland Art Museum’s Asian Arts Council.

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Sports Pub Opens for Sunday Timbers Games New weekend hours begin with match on Aug. 15

he Sports Pub is scheduled to open between 3 and 8 p.m. for the 5:30 p.m. Timbers match against the Seattle Sounders this month. Order food to take out to the Stadium Terrace or grab a table for a meal before the match. Hours of operation are determined by the start time of each game. See themac.com/dining for the most up-to-date information.

Upcoming games: 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 19 vs. Los Angeles FC 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 3 vs. Inter Miami CF 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 7 vs. Austin FC

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5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 24

This themed evening at the Sunset Bistro features freshly shucked PNW oysters, sashimi, poke, and fresh Hawaiian fish. Reservations are made with OpenTable via themac.com/dining.

The Social Activities Committee hosts another themed night at the Sunset Bistro. Enjoy live entertainment and Italian food and drink specials! Reservations are made with OpenTable via themac.com/dining.

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Take a trip with tropical flavors on the menu and at the bar. Roni Pervizi mixes Mai Tais and a colorful batch of cocktails that pair perfectly with pupu platters from the kitchen. Reserve a seat with OpenTable via themac.com/dining.

Saturday 11a .m.-9 p.m. Sundays During Timbers home games (see facing page) The Sports Pub is no longer accepting reservations; tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are still recommended, but not required, for the Sunset Bistro. Visit the Dining page at themac.com to make a reservation and for the most up-to-date hours. AUGUST 2021

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Branams Advocate for a Better World Balancing DEI efforts with family life is both challenging and rewarding By Jake Ten Pas

t’s a classic parental conundrum: Supporting kids financially often involves spending a considerable amount of time away from them, working. And to help ensure our social fabric is also healthier for future generations, it’s often necessary to commit even more hours away, toiling in committee meetings and community leadership roles. The way parents balance all of this is often astounding, and the best practitioners of the parenting arts come close to making miracles. Enter John and Kimberly Branam, who would never self-apply this terminology, but somehow manage to hold down high-pressure jobs while also volunteering for worthy causes and doing their best to raise conscientious children. Add to this the fact that John joined MAC’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee back when it was still an ad hoc, and before he’d even had a chance to properly use the club — the Branams joined during COVID — and the considerable balancing act starts to come into focus. “Kimberly and I are always interested in, and committed to, engaging with organizations that can help create a better, brighter Portland,” John says. “We believe in Portland and its people, and that we’re a city that appreciates and celebrates our differences and our similarities. MAC, as one of Portland’s most venerable institutions, is an incredible facility with terrific members, and it has an opportunity to play a unique and powerful role in Portland’s future.” John also notes that the amount of time he spends helping to drive initiatives such as DEI forward often takes him away from the family that fuels his drive. “It’s time I’m not spending with my kids, which is exactly the point of joining MAC — to have more opportunities for engaging family activities.”

Family Time Still, if the pandemic introduced new challenges, not the least of which was the Branam family suspecting they all got COVID19 early in 2020, it’s also offered some unexpected upsides. “There were silver linings for us: prior to COVID I traveled extensively for work – surpassing 75,000 miles flown for 10 consecutive years. This, coupled with my wife’s very demanding job leading Prosper Portland — a role requiring nights and weekend commitments — means that although we’ve felt like engaged parents, we’ve also spent a lot of time away from our kids. So, the beautiful thing about COVID for our family has been that we’ve spent more than a year having dinner together as a family, and this has been extraordinary and wonderful.” “It’s brought us closer” says Kimberly. “We feel like we know our kids much better, and we’ve been able to have lots of meaningful, important conversations about the world we live in and the future we collectively want, some of which might not have happened under normal circumstances.” Prosper Portland, of which Kimberly is executive director, is the city’s economic development agency, charged with building an equitable economy. As executive director of Get Schooled, John leads America’s only free, all-digital college and first-jobs counseling organization. Put those two positions together, and you get a sense of the collective future for which both of them are striving. “Collectively our family shares three aspirations for our local, and global, community. The first is that we quickly identify dramatic ways for us to preserve our planet. Our kids are very worried about this — as are we — especially given the recent heat Continued on page 31

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Continued from page 29 dome that engulfed the Pacific Northwest,” says John. “The second is that all children, regardless of their backgrounds, can fulfill their full potential. Thirdly, that we adopt public policies that sustainably support our most vulnerable citizens that are experiencing homelessness here in Portland, and beyond.”

Power of Change “Portland sits at the confluence of the Willamette and the Columbia rivers. Somewhat similarly, MAC sits at the confluence of changing cultural values and internal structural challenges,” John points out. “As we navigate MAC’s Big Draw and a future where there’s the potential for this and other COVID responses to become new normals, we need to continue to make important structural and values-based changes in ways that capture the imagination of potential new members, and align with evolving community values.” Structural challenges can include lack of representation in club committees, but also the very process by which new members, who might eventually roll up into committee service, are offered the opportunity to join MAC. While previous generations might have prized club’s exclusivity, in which new applicants had to be recommended by current members, Branam says this isn’t necessarily the case for newer members such as himself. “I’m not sure the next generation of new MAC members, who are of our ilk, are necessarily attracted to exclusivity. In a lot of respects, this quality may in fact be unattractive. Honestly, there was nothing about the MAC exclusivity that was attractive to our family. If anything, this made us less interested. The counterweight, however, was that MAC is an incredible place to spend family time, and to connect with other engaged, thoughtful, kind members and families. This is the MAC’s most attractive quality.”

Brighter Tomorrows Although Kimberly is a native Portlander, John grew up in Corvallis. Despite his academic, athletic, and civic achievements, he says he often felt isolated

I am grateful for the opportunity to play a role in helping to make changes to MAC so that it becomes a more inclusive environment. by race in a city far less racially diverse than even Portland. His parents didn’t belong to the Corvallis Country Club or Timberhill Athletic Club, but he always dreamed of being able to give his kids these kinds of opportunities. As he watches Cecilia and Elliott, their 9- and 5-year-old, begin to explore MAC’s many offerings, it gives him tremendous joy. “We’re excited for our kids to join the MAC Ski Team this winter. Neither Kimberly nor I grew up skiing and thus aren’t confident on the slopes. We’re trying to change this for our kids, so MAC is perfect in that respect. Learning and engaging is a vicious or a virtuous cycle, and I think part of Kimberly’s and my approach to raising our kids is about exposing them to new and different cultures and opportunities. The MAC fits neatly inside of this philosophy.” Before joining 10 months ago, the Branam family’s perception of MAC was shaped by friends who belonged, and who left positive impressions. Since becoming a member, and joining the club’s DEI efforts, John says his knowledge of the club and its culture has deepened via the relationships he’s formed through committees. These positive interactions have been encouraging, he says, contributing to his optimism about the club’s future. “I’ve had honest and engaging conversations with many longstanding club and committee members. In each they’ve shared their stories, perspectives, insights, and hopes both for the broader Portland community, and for the club. Most of these have been positive and some, less so, but that’s normal. The optimist in me listens, and hears opportunities for how we can build a more inclusive MAC,” he explains. “For many of the committee members

who’ve been at MAC far longer than we have, our conversations seem to represent both the best of MAC, and the collective belief that together, we’re heading in a positive direction.”

New Perspective For the first six months of their membership, however, the Branams couldn’t enter the building. When asked to join the ad hoc DEI committee, John was honest: “I was really clear I didn’t know the culture, the protocols, the committees, or the club’s operational structures. I let them know, ‘If you think that unique perspective of not knowing much about the club, but having a lot of ideas about how to increase its diversity and inclusivity, can be helpful, then I’m happy to contribute.’ So far, I’ve been free to say whatever, and the committee members can just chalk it up to the fact that I don’t know any better,” he says, smiling. “In my time here, 100 percent of my family’s engagements have been warm, welcoming, and wonderful. It’s been under a unique construct, but we’re here because we believe that the substantial majority of club members share our values, or at least our intentions. I’m grateful for the opportunity to play a role in helping to make changes to MAC so that it becomes a more inclusive environment, and a place where we have more diversity, broadly defined. For me, this work is both personal and gratifying.” As a member of the DEI Committee, one of John’s first tasks was to examine and help make sense of the club’s first diversity survey. He describes the experience of reviewing the data and preparing a report to the Board of Trustees — to be shared with the broader membership — as uniquely insightful. “It was a powerful window into the MAC zeitgeist. I think it helped me get a sense of where MAC has been and, juxtaposed against the conversations we’re having on the committee, a clear, positive trajectory emerged.” “The challenges MAC is facing may feel significant to those of us working to address them, but while they parallel in substance those we’re facing as a broader society, they’re far smaller in scope. Put another way, we have a legitimate shot at Continued on page 33

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Continued from page 31 being successful! I think the challenge and the opportunity for MAC is to honor the best of the past, to remain open-minded about the things we need to change, and to do so in ways that align with the evolving values of our community,” John says. “If we can do these three things right, then I think we’ll be very successful. John is quick to thank the contributions of other committee members including Grant Yoshihara and Debbie Bensching. “Debbie in particular is just amazing. She gives so much of her time to this work, to the club, and to helping create a more inclusive, welcoming club for all. She and Grant are excellent examples of the difference just one or two people can make to a venerable institution like MAC. Both of them are deeply committed to this work, and their inspiration helps motivate me to keep showing up for committee work, despite the significant time demands.

Bringing It Back Home Regardless of such commitments and the ways these layered on top of their challenging jobs, Kimberly and John continued showing up for their kids, even while admitting their significant privilege. “We kept jobs during the pandemic, we always had food on the table, we had fast internet connectivity, and a comfortable home. We’ve felt exceedingly grateful throughout COVID, and these elements helped make the last year navigable.” “Still, it’s obviously been a heavy year. As a black man and the father of brownskinned children, George Floyd’s murder and the killings of so many other black folks of late have been personal, emotional, and difficult. There have been many times where I honestly didn’t know what to say, where my voice quivered when I started talking and then stopped a half dozen times, or when I just cried, and our kids could still tell I was still holding back. How, especially when some of your ancestors were enslaved, do you talk about these things in a way that’s honest, without causing your kids to worry too much about their safety or mine, or crushing their sense of hopefulness that things will be better for them, and for us all? ” “Despite this, we found familial strategies for navigating the pandemic, the killings, the smoke, and the recent heat

Cecilia, John and and Elliott Branam dome. We continued our practice of family constitutionals each evening. We hiked, biked, swam, and cooked together. We kept the kids playing sports as much as possible, with masks or sometimes virtually. We watched terrific television series and, like so many others, got Francis, our COVID puppy. We toggled between working hard, prioritizing more family time, having honest conversations, and embracing a spirit of gratefulness. John also found relief through his service on MAC’s DEI committee, he says. Even the strategy DEI discussions are, at some level, personal. Although he’s adept at developing inclusive HR systems. having run several national education nonprofits,

at the end of the day he sees himself and their children as beneficiaries of this work. “The truth is, I feel very fortunate to have navigated America as a black man with relative success. I’m exceedingly grateful for my family, our community of friends, the meaningful work Kimberly and I are able to do through our jobs, and for Portland, the city we call home. A priority for us is to raise thoughtful, kind, engaged children who genuinely value people whose life experiences are different from theirs. I’m optimistic about our progress, just as I am about MAC’s ability to embrace greater levels of warmth, inclusivity, and a deeper sense of belonging. Even in dark days, I believe our future is bright.”WM

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EVENTS Select August and September events and classes are listed here. Check the MAC@Home webpage for a complete list offerings.

Sunday, Aug. 1 Sunday Unwind with Yoga and Sweet Treats

Wednesday, Aug. 11 Virtual Professional Business Networking

9:30-11 a.m.

7:30-9 a.m.

Katarina Simko leads an hour of gentle stretching and yoga on the outdoor tennis courts followed by a tasting of sweet treats from MAC Pastry Chef Shelby PageWilson. All levels welcome. Vegan and gluten-free options available. YOGA001

This monthly gathering allows MAC members the opportunity to discuss their business-related challenges and successes in a casual, comfortable setting. The cost is $5 to register and receive the Zoom link.

Topaz Farm Family Day

Oyster and Raw Bar Night

Tuesday, Aug. 17 and Wednesday, Aug. 18 Bud Lewis Blood Drive

10 a.m.-2 p.m.

5-9 p.m.

10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Bring the family to Topaz Farm on Sauvie Island for a memorable summer outing. Enjoy a hayride and special behindthe-scenes farm tour. Tickets are $20 per family!

Special themed evening at the Sunset Bistro features freshly shucked PNW oysters and a menu featuring raw bar-themed specials, sashimi, poke, and Hawaiian fish. Reservations are made with OpenTable via themac.com/dining.

MAC Wellness and the American Red Cross join forces once again to make a difference for those in need. Sign up now and donate in the West Ballroom. BUD001

6:30 p.m. The book chosen for this month is The Last Kings of Shanghai by Jonathan Kaufman. Contact Chet Orloff for more information: chetorloff@gmail.com or 503-805-5461.

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Thorns vs. Kansas City Noon Tickets for home games go on sale at noon about one month prior to the game date. PTFC109

Wednesday, Aug. 4 Timbers vs. San Jose Earthquakes Visit themac.com/group/pages/timbersthorns for tickets. All matches are subject to change by MLS. PTFC009

Saturday, Aug. 7 Timbers vs. Real Salt Lake 7:30 p.m. Visit themac.com/group/pages/timbersthorns for tickets. All matches are subject to change by MLS. PTFC010

Saturday, Aug. 14 Red Yarn Productions The Family Events Committee welcomes Red Yarn Productions back to MAC for a special outdoor concert in the Turnaround. The Portland-based kiddie rock legend brings joy to all ages through American folk music and his band of puppet friends! Individually portioned pastries and coffee are included and mimosas and bloody marys are available for purchase. The event is geared for ages 2-8 years old. The cost is $12 per attendee. RED100

Sunday, Aug. 15 Timbers vs. Seattle Sounders 5:30 p.m. Visit themac.com/group/pages/timbersthorns for tickets. All matches are subject to change by MLS. PTFC011

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Monday, Aug. 16 History Book Group

The committee, which is made up of sixth, seventh, and eighth graders, is the only committee in the club with only junior members. The committee is overseen by the Member Events Committee and coordinates events for juniors at MAC. Junior Events plans the junior dances and meets to plan trips and other activities for their age group. They also take an active role in other MAC and Multnomah Athletic Foundation events such as the Children’s Halloween Party, Holiday Open House, and the Children’s Holiday Party. Interested in joining the committee, or have friends who would be a good fit? Email Kristen Hoffman at khoffman@ themac.com to receive an interest form. The deadline to submit an interest form is Aug. 20. The committee will begin meeting in mid-September.

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Friday, Aug. 20 Dive-in Movie Night at Sun Deck Pool 6-8 p.m. Join MAC families for a special showing of Moana on the large screen at the Sun Deck Pool. Lounge on an inner tube or watch from the pool deck. Beverages are available for purchase. DIVEIN100

7:30 p.m.

6-8:30 p.m.

Tickets for home games go on sale at noon about one month prior to the game date.

It’s the first Family Friday of the year. Enjoy a Street Fair theme in the Main Gym with bounce houses, games, entertainment, and food concessions for purchase. There is no cost to attend. Registration is encouraged. FAM100

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Saturday, Sept. 4 Thorns vs. Washington Spirit 7:30 p.m. Tickets for home games go on sale at noon about one month prior to the game date. PTFC111

Monday, Sept. 13 MelloMacs Open Rehearsal Tuesday, Aug. 24 Supper Club at the Bistro 6-8 p.m. The Social Activities Committee hosts an Italian-themed Supper Club at the Sunset Bistro. Make a reservation via OpenTable at themac.com/dining.

Wednesday, Aug. 25 Tropical Night at Sunset Bistro

6:30 p.m. The MelloMac’s singing season begins with an open rehearsal in the Ainsworth/ Lownsdale room. This year’s program features arrangements of pop hits from the 1960s and ’70s. Songbooks are provided, along with complimentary refreshments. No audition or registration are required. For more information, contact ajohnson. chair@themac.com.

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Wednesday, Sept. 15 Timbers vs. Colorado Rapids

The evening featurs a special menu of tropical cocktails paired with pupu platters. Reserve a seat with OpenTable via themac.com/dining.

Visit themac.com/group/pages/timbersthorns for tickets. All matches are subject to change by MLS. PTFC012

Quarterly Live Q&A Board of Trustees President Rob Torch and General Manager Charles Leverton lead the discussion. A Zoom link is included in the email confirmation. There is no cost to attend. MEV789

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Thursday, Sept. 16 Virtual Presentation: Wildlife Management Plans

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6-8 p.m. Join Fran Cafferata Coe, the owner of Hillsboro-based Cafferata Consulting, as she talks about wildlife management plans that are being implemented on more than 600,000 acres of forest land in Oregon and Washington. FOREST101

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Friday, Sept. 17 Family Friday: Back to MAC

Sunday, Sept. 19 Timbers vs. Los Angeles FC 3 p.m. Visit themac.com/group/pages/timbersthorns for tickets. All matches are subject to change by MLS. PTFC013

Monday, Sept. 20 History Book Group 6:30 p.m. The book chosen for this month is Captive Paradise: A History of Hawaii by James L. Haley. Contact Chet Orloff for more information: chetorloff@gmail.com or 503-805-5461.

Thursday, Sept. 23 Recharge and Restore (rescheduled from July) 9 a.m.-6 p.m. MAC Wellness partners with Restore Hyper Wellness for an all-day event focused on different restorative modalities. Come ask questions about crynotherapy, IV drip, compression therapy, and more. WELL001

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Friday, Sept. 24 Family Friday: Dive-In Movie 6-8:30 p.m. This week’s Family Friday takes place in the Main Gym and includes a movie show at the Sun Deck Pool. From bounce houses to themed activities, there’s a little something for everyone. Food concessions available for purchase. There is no cost to attend. Registration is encouraged. FAM101

Wednesday, Sept. 25 Timbers vs. Real Salt Lake 7:30p.m. Visit themac.com/group/pages/timbersthorns for tickets. All matches are subject to change by MLS. PTFC014

Tuesday, Sept. 28 Evening Literary Group 7 p.m. This month’s book is The Woman Upstairs by Claire Messud. Contact Martha Dixon at jollyology@aol.com.

SAVE THE DATE Friday, Oct. 29 Junior Dance 7-9:30 p.m. Reservations for this Halloween themed dance for sixth, seventh, and eighth graders can be made beginning Sept. 29. DANCE001

Tuesday & Wednesday, Dec. 7 and 8 2021 Holiday Fashion Show Lunch and Dinner Show Each Day Please note updated ticket process: Tickets go on sale on Oct. 7 at 8 a.m. and can be purchased online or through At Your Service. Tickets will be limited to four (4) tickets per member account. Look for more details in the September issue of The Winged M.

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2 1 Winestock A MAC favorite, Winestock took place in the Turnaround in June. Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits and MAC partnered once again to offer members a sampling of wines from around the globe at discounted prices. PHOTOS BY TIM GUNTHER PHOTOGRAPHY

1. Andrea Garcia, Michael Desserault, and Jani Iverson 2. Janet Harbert, Sherry Nelson 3. Matt Iverson, Jeremy Lawrence, Ian Keller 4. Kari Carney, Nicole, and Sanjay Krishnaswami 5. Eric and Sophia Skaar 6. Chris and Barbra Littrell, Brad and Melissa Nelson

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Meet More of the Fitness & Wellness Staff A monthly spotlight on instructors and programs

rom personal trainers and Group Ex instructors to massage and physical therapists, MAC’s Fitness and Wellness staff works to keep members healthy, no matter the global health circumstances. While longstanding relationships have been built over the years, there have been personnel changes and new offerings added over the past few months. Learn more about the diversity of programs offered, connect with new faces, and reconnect with familiar ones.

Stacy Johnson is a veteran group fitness instructor, current Warrior Strength Master Trainer, and previous Beachbody Live Master Trainer. She holds her American Council on Exercise (ACE) certification in group exercise and specialty certifications in indoor cycling, step, cardio, strength, TRX, cardio kickboxing, and Mind/Body formats. She has a master’s degree in social work and Bachelor of Arts in psychology that she puts to use in her job as a health coach with Noom. Prior to entering the fitness industry, she spent

15 years overseeing and providing training and assistance on implementation of federal program evaluations. She spends her time off with her husband, two kids, and two dogs — skiing in the winter, camping and tending her garden in the summer. She loves a day (or night) filled with good food and good friends. Gina Frabotta has been teaching in the fitness industry for 25 years. Her love of movement began as a young gymnast and blossomed from there to studying modern dance at Ohio University, where she received her bachelor’s degree. She began her Pilates education as part of the college’s dance curriculum and has continued developing her fitness knowledge ever since. She spent the early years of her career dancing with companies in Cleveland, Ohio, and Portland, Oregon. She is a certified Pilates instructor through the nationally recognized Pilates Method Alliance and is certified as a yoga instructor from the Loom School of Hatha Yoga. She’s also a certified ACE personal trainer. Over the years she has worked with professional athletes, swimmers, and dancers and has a long history of working with injuries — especially back injuries. Her clients have ranged in age from 12 to 93 years old. Frabotta believes everyone can improve their overall fitness no matter what level they begin at and truly enjoys meeting each person where they are on their fitness journey.

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POST-VIRAL SYNDROME SYMPTOMS

Understanding and Treating Long COVID Syndrome According to a study published in April in the Journal of the American Medical Association [PMID 33825846], 1 in 10 individuals who contracted a mild case of COVID have experienced lingering symptoms. The study, which launched a year ago, involved more than 2,000 healthcare workers in Sweden. Most subjects were female, and their average age was 43. The most common symptoms to linger were loss of smell and taste, fatigue, and breathing problems. Here is the thing: Persistent symptoms after a viral infection is not new. Similar post-viral syndromes can happen with other viruses, including Epstein Barr (people with a history of mono), herpes (including HHV6), cytomegalovirus, HIV, enterovirus, West Nile, and the rubella virus to name a few. The main symptom of post-viral fatigue is a significant lack of energy. One might also feel exhausted, even if they’ve been getting plenty of sleep and resting. Other symptoms may include brain fog, memory problems, or difficulty with concentration. Headaches, swollen lymph nodes, sore throats, and unexplained joint or muscle fatigue are also common. Scientists aren’t exactly sure what causes post-viral fatigue, but it’s thought to be related to the fact that an unusual response to the virus can allow the virus to remain latent within the body. Increased levels of proinflammatory cytokines and inflamed nervous tissue is seen with post-viral syndrome.

From a functional medicine perspective, there is often a lot that can be done to strengthen the body, make a person more resilient, and alleviate symptoms. For example, I might restore gut health because 70 percent of the immune system resides in the gut. I might support liver detoxification because environmental toxins can interfere with immune function. Or I might optimize mitochondrial function because they are the foundation to energy production and cellular health.

Fatigue

Muscle Pain

Having unexplained fatigue can be extremely frustrating. Add to the fact that fatigue is such a common symptom seen in many diseases, people suffering from postviral fatigue often don’t get a diagnosis or answer. Not knowing why they are feeling so miserably can lead to isolation and feelings of hopelessness. Every person is unique. The answers are not always easy or obvious, but they are there. If you think you are experiencing post-viral syndrome consider putting together a symptom timeline. Consider a blood test to rule out other common causes of fatigue such as hypothyroidism, diabetes, and anemia. Frequently I run a viral panel to look for antibodies to some of the above mentioned viruses. As always in naturopathic medicine, it’s extremely important to not only investigate the root cause of symptoms, but to also support your body from the inside out. If you are someone suffering from post-viral syndrome, know that there are many treatment options other than over the counter pain relievers, antidepressants, and sleep aids that can get you back to pre-viral health.

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Open Roads, Open Water, Open Minds Outdoors await, whether for competition or contemplation By Jake Ten Pas

et Out isn’t just a Jordan Peele movie or a phrase teenagers yell at younger siblings when they trespass into their rooms. It’s a frame of mind. Get out of your seat, out of your comfort zone, out of your head. Get out beyond where you previously thought was possible. Get out into the world and have an adventure. See where the road, river, trail, or mountain takes you. Following being cooped up for more than a year, simply getting out of the house also is a major motivator. Oregon’s outdoor industry is shaking off its own cobwebs and getting back to business. Likewise, MAC’s Outdoor department is in the process of re-establishing its own offerings, and the following stories reflect individuals, programs, and committees working toward better serving member needs.

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As the manager who oversees it all, Chad Failla is always quick to point out, if MAC doesn’t currently offer it, the club is open to facilitating it. “We’re here as a resource for whatever members need. Some of our programs are still in the process of rebuilding postpandemic, but the expertise remains. We welcome questions, feedback, and ideas about how we can help members have their next adventure!” For those who are kayak-curious, looking to get back on a bike, in desperate need of forest bathing, excited to get elevated, or ready to sweat off the comfort food consumed during lockdown, these stories are for you. Even those overtaken by Olympic fever can find something to inspire them in such tales of time well spent.

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Cycle of Life This isn’t Jerald Powell’s first spin around the block. In 2022, the competitive bicycle racer and member of MAC’s Cycling Committee ages up into the 80-and-older competition category. While that might be daunting to some, he faces it with the confidence of one who has defied the odds to progress in his skills and viability with age. “In some ways I’m a real anomaly in the racing world. Most bicycle racers sort of hang it up in their 40s, if they go that long. I was probably the fastest that I’d ever been when I was 45. The first time I went to worlds, in fact, I was just under 50!” he says. “The older you get, the bigger the age group gets. Locally, as a 75-plus racer, I compete against the 60-year-olds, generally, and sometimes the 50-year-olds. If I can take on the 60-year-olds here, I can do pretty well nationally against the 70-year-olds.” Powell says he was “pretty much primed to go to the world championships again in the 2020 season,” but it wasn’t to be. The season was called off, and Powell diverted his boundless energy elsewhere, with a disastrous ski crash resulting, followed by a couple of surgeries. That’s made 2021 a year of rehab and getting back up to racing form, even as his local training spot, the Alpenrose Velodrome, recently shut down after 50 years of literally steep competition. “It’s not an easy venue. It’s one of the steeper tracks in the country, or maybe I should put that in past tense,” he explains. In 2019, he raced down at the Los Angeles Velodrome, earning second place in a points race. While traveling to L.A. to compete is one thing, having to train there is completely different. According to Powell, it’s now the only venue in the country capable of hosting largescale track cycling competitions, and hence also properly training for them.

“After the competitive season starts in June, training is largely racing, though,” he says. Powell has been the recipient of MAC’s championship funds over the years, flying as far abroad as England for the Union Cycliste Internationale, or UCI, championships. “It’s easy to look at members competing and pulling in championship funds as sort of sucking up the gold of the club. But also, it’s that image of athleticism that makes the club something other than simply a social club where you belly up to the bar and slap a bunch of people on the back and say, ‘Hey, we’re here.’ It’s important to make a connection between the Wall of Champions and the average member. It says to everyone, ‘In some way, I can be competing.’ It’s in the interest of the club Cycling community, and all sports, to be able to project that image of athleticism and capability.” Powell is also aware that the number of members competing in cycling is generally 10 or less, but points out that’s the top of a pyramid, which needs a broader base to draw from. Looking back on his time at MAC, which began as a member coach in 1988 and transitioned to senior member in 1993, he also sees the community developing in new directions. Since the ‘90s, the club has emphasized junior athletics, he says, and the Cycling Committee is always looking for new ways to draw young people, families, and adults of all abilities into the fold. MAC’s Wednesday and Thursday evening rides are a great example of meeting a range of member needs. Wednesdays cater to the serious cyclists, with vigorous trips into the West Hills and other more challenging locations, while Thursdays are geared toward recreation and appeal to a broader base. A jaunt over to the Eastside might be paired with a snack stop, and the emphasis is on socializing and having fun. Continued on page 46

Jerald Powell at 2018 Masters World Championships

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Stepping into the Future

Continued from page 45 Given cycling’s schedule, with most of the events taking place over the summer months, when club kids are often on vacation or at MAC camps, it can be challenging to pull in the younger demographic, but Powell says they won’t stop trying. As a former credentialed national team coach, he still has skills and wisdom that he’s excited to pass along. Just as COVID disrupted the continuity of so much in the world, MAC Cycling is no different, but Powell and Committee Chair Steve Getsiv are hard at work on next year’s budget. The goal is to get more riders out and continue to respond to the way members want to participate. Fortunately, they don’t have to wait until then to join in on club cycling activities. “August is the month for time trial championships. There are state championships, sponsored by the Oregon Bicycle Racing Association (OBRA), of which MAC is a member, and anyone can ride. If you wear a MAC jersey, the club will reimburse your entry,” Powell says. For those interested, information will be updated on the Cycling page on MAC’s website. “Here at the club, the Cycling Committee puts on the MAC championships, maybe less daunting than the OBRA events, but the competition is ultimately the same. Everyone races against themselves, or ‘against the clock.’ It really doesn’t matter how fast anyone else is. The measure of success is seeing your elapsed time come down. “The Club Championships this year are on Wednesdays, Aug. 4 and 18 and Sept. 1. Each day is a different event. There’s an Individual Time Trial, a Two-Person Team Time Trial, and a Hill Climb Time Trial. They’re fun events, accessible for the whole family, as well as for seasoned competitors.” “For a lot of people, cycling is kind of a scary thing. They see traffic on the streets and people getting hurt on bicycles. That’s not necessary. Riding with a group, in this case particularly the MAC group, you’re going to learn the skills that will be important to survive as a cyclist. The better cyclist you are in terms of cycling skills, the less likely you are to be in the wrong place at the wrong time, and the more likely you are to be able to just skate through that stuff. It’s really not hard. One of our objectives is to simply make people more comfortable on bikes.”

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Serious hikes can make for intense workouts and require careful planning and well-developed skill sets. However, given general human familiarity with putting one foot in front of the other, taking part in MAC Walking & Hiking events might seem like a less-daunting way to explore the world than by bike, kayak, or belay rope. So, what’s new with Walking and Hiking? “Freedom!” says committee member Sue Stonecliffe. “At last, hikers can enjoy the more remote trails near Portland together with other MAC members. The Walking and Hiking Committee has once again put together an extensive program leading a variety of educational walks on Tuesday mornings around the Portland Metropolitan area, and full-day forest hikes every Wednesday.” During winter months there are cross-country ski outings, in addition to snowshoeing. Relatively new to their page at themac.com is the ability to make a reservation just by clicking on the date in our calendar, entering your name, and checking the liability release box. Look for Walking & Hiking’s calendar of events under Athletics & Wellness, and then Outdoor. August walks on Tuesdays include outings to Tualatin Hills Nature Park, the campus of Reed College, Timberline Lodge, Southwest Portland neighborhood parks, and Alameda historic houses. Meanwhile, Wednesday hikes take members further afield, from Elk Meadow to Cape Horn to the Kalama River Trail. Because education is key to enjoying outings into Oregon’s incredible wilderness areas, Stonecliffe says they’re also looking for new ways to prepare perambulators and more intense trekkers for upcoming excursions. “In the fall, another new addition to our webpage will feature professional guide Debbie Bauer in a short video explaining a little about our program and what to bring in your pack.” Stonecliffe also emphasizes that all Walking & Hiking events welcome adults of any age. “First timers on the trail might want to choose a more moderate walk or hike, but they are always welcome. Just bring your pack and your desire for adventure.” Continued on page 48

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Climbing Keeps Moving on Up

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Try Not, Do with Tri-Run It’s a hot Tri-Run summer out there. In July, racing returned in-person with the Hagg Lake Triathlon and the first Oregon 70.3 Ironman. Hood to Coast, the signature relay race in Oregon begins at the end of August, and the state triathlon racing season typically concludes with the Best in the West Festival in Sweet Home in September. The Portland Marathon returns Oct. 3, though, so running junkies need not fear withdrawals. “The Peacock Lane run in December is our biggest social running event of the year and it will be back in 2021,” says Tri-Run Committee Chair Ryan Chiotti. “A trail of MAC runners trek from the club — some by MAX — to Peacock Lane and take in the Portland tradition of the holiday lighted street and earn the pizza and frosty beverages that await their return. “Triathlon events present a unique opportunity for members of all ages and abilities to challenge themselves to compete in a mix of disciplines that take them from sea to land,” he adds. “One of the best examples was our first open water Swim & Bike Ride at Hagg Lake in June. We had a seasoned triathlete, some swimmers, a world-champion cyclist, and a pair of e-bike riders all represented. Chiotti admits that the last year hasn’t been without its share of challenges for Tri-Run, with “semi-successful” virtual events and races designed to fill the void of in-person competition. He says that their push this year is to get more people racing and doing so together. “We’ve found that many of us, and other members, really thrive when there is a moment to test yourself against a field of other competitors and the unwavering watchful eye of the time clock,” he continues. Also, “new committee member David Dombrow created a trail-running group that meets on Thursdays in Forest Park. Trail running combines a lower-impact experience with the appeal of running in one of the largest natural parks in a major city.”

Oregon also provides a number of amazing places to climb. “From Portland, we have multiple spots less than an hour away, and world-class climbing about two-and-a-half hours away,” says Climbing Team Head Coach Drew White. “There’s Mt. Hood Wilderness, parts of the Gorge, Smith Rock, and multiple options around Washington state.” The most developed parts of MAC’s climbing program are youth competitive and recreational offerings, but that doesn’t mean White and his fellow coaches aren’t looking for ways to serve adult members. “One of our goals is to continue growing our family and adult population inside the gym. We also hope to provide programing for these two groups to climb outdoors.” Interest from these populations continues to increase each month at MAC. Most adults are looking for opportunities to climb with other adults, White explains. Requests continue for more formal training groups in the fall, specifically for adults looking to increase their climbing skill set and overall knowledge of the sport. “Most of our adult participation is weekdays between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. and 6 and 8 p.m. We are seeing an uptick with family participation on weekends, as well. We are learning our gym population would like to see taller walls, which would enhance their experience and provide a more modern area to grow this community. Our goal is to help ease this issue with great route setting,” White elaborates. “The great part of climbing is that it provides the opportunity to participate your whole life. Our primary goal with our kids programing at MAC is to create lifelong climbers. “Climbing saw tremendous growth on the world stage over the past eight years,” White says, and he expects that to continue this fall in the wake of a major milestone for the sport. “A huge step was being selected for the Olympics. Europe is still the epicenter of climbing, but now growth can be seen globally. It really gives worth to our program and provides a great indicator that MAC is investing in a sport that is growing and thriving.” Continued on page 50

At Hagg Lake, Paul Guintini took first place in his age group for the Olympic Triathlon: 1.5k swim, 40k bike, 10k run.

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Champion Goes with the Flow Paralympics gold medalist Aaron Paulson might best be known for his swimming speed, but sometimes it’s the choice to slow down and deliberately choose a new path that makes a person who they are. In Paulson’s case, make that a new waterway.

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Thanks to a loving family, a healthy competition with his older brother, and a series of supportive teachers and coaches, Paulson was able to try his hand at a variety of sports while growing up in Northeast Portland. From tee-ball to indoor soccer, he gave it his all, but it wasn’t until he discovered swimming that he realized he’d found his true calling. “I knew swimming was where it was going to be for me, and it put me in a position where I wasn’t depressed, I wasn’t going to make bad choices. I had some issues trying to figure out who I was. I see how and why people sometimes make the decisions they do if they don’t have that guidance from parents, family, friends. I just really was so lucky to have that,” Paulson says. Starting at age 15, he began breaking junior records, and soon he was named a MAC Scholar Athlete. “This club was like a second home to me. It always felt like a sanctuary.” Among other athletes committed to excellence, he found inspiration and a sense of normalcy that was sometimes lacking from other areas of his life. Paulson describes himself as “comfortable with who I am,” and says that he’s never shied away from discussing the way his legs were affected by polio or how he competes despite being differently abled. At MAC, he’s always felt included. “MAC also gave me opportunities in the form of funding from 1992 to 2008, my whole swimming career.” After winning two gold medals in the medley and freestyle relays, and a bronze in the 100-meter breaststroke at the 1996 Atlanta Continued on page 52

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Continued from page 50 Paralympics, Paulson had high hopes for the remainder of his career. Despite making the Paralympic teams in 2000, 2004, and 2008, he was never able to repeat those successes. Fortunately, a chance meeting with another champion in the former Exercise and Conditioning Room at MAC would push him in a new direction. “My whole life, I thought that I was going to be 50 years old and still able to compete at the highest level. I had no idea how much things were going to change for me, but I kind of got burnt out with it and decided I needed to focus on finding happiness in other areas of my life,” he recalls. “One day I’m hanging out in the gym, and someone comes by and says, ‘Hey, are you Aaron Paulson? You’re a swimmer, right? I’m the kayak coach here at MAC. I don’t know if you’ve ever thought about it, but you should come down and give it a try.’” That person was former MAC Member Coach Sam Drevo, owner of eNRG Kayaking in Oregon City and member of the U.S. Canoe Kayak Team for more than a decade. Soon, he had Paulson in the pool, surrounded by kids learning to kayak. Despite being very comfortable in the water, it wasn’t without a sense of trepidation that the all-star swimmer took to the long, skinny water craft.

“My fear was getting in and out of the boat, understanding how that worked, and what to do if I flipped over,” Paulson thought. “I wasn’t sure I could even do it!” He overcame his fears and practiced diligently, and it wasn’t long before he was considering making a run at the 2016 Olympics in flatwater sprint kayaking. In 2015, he attended the world championships, but did not place high enough to get him back to the big games. But along the way, he learned a couple of things that proved more valuable to him than victory, and the MAC supported him through this journey as well. “It’s okay not to win a medal!” Paulson says. “When I was training for the Olympics, there was so much emphasis on winning being the only thing that mattered. While I’m fortunate to have done that, what I really enjoyed about working with Sam was he knew that I also wanted to have fun. Being at MAC and around kids, it brought me back to my own childhood, and reminded me why I started playing sports in the first place.” The second thing he learned is that being in or on the water can have impacts that run far deeper than fun. “I call kayaking or swimming my water therapy. It focuses me on my environment, gets me

out of my head, and gives me an opportunity to experience something that I otherwise wouldn’t.” While he hasn’t been kayaking much in the past year, he’s very much looking forward to getting back to it. He also encourages everyone to experience the transformative power of trying something new with the help of supportive experts. “I know some people may be afraid of the water or being in a boat, but putting yourself in a position where you’re doing something that you would have never thought possible, it gives you a sense of confidence.” He encourages people to reach out to MAC’s Outdoor department if they’re in need of resources, or to contact the team at eNRG Kayaking. “Be safe about it, and start out where the conditions are calm and there’s no current, like a pool, and never kayak by yourself. Or, if standup paddleboarding seems more approachable, try that.” “In ’96, when I was on the Paralympic Team, they had a slogan: ‘What’s Your Excuse?’ I just want to see people on the water, getting whatever out of it has meaning for them,” he says hopefully. “You can miss on a lot of experiences by not simply trying something new.” WM

(l. to r.) Aaron Paulson in 2015 and at MAC.

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espite all the setbacks the pandemic has brought over the past year, the MAC Gymnastics staff kept team athletes going via Zoom and garage workouts, Molly Gill and managed to put GYMNASTICS & DANCE REC SUPERVISOR together recreational class offerings on a moment’s notice and with limited use of the indoor gym. This summer has brought back not only sunshine but the activities we have all missed.

Team members leveling up their skills

All Gymnastics summer camps and classes are nearly full, some with large wait lists, and we have seen the return of participants who haven’t been at the club in more than a year! While seven high school seniors graduated this year, new athletes continue to join the team. Our staff is growing too. Our energetic parkour teacher, Derek Anderson, is returning and we are hiring more coaches soon. There are also plans to bring back Saturday classes this fall along with additional new programming. Through all the ups and downs, MAC families have been so patient, kind, and understanding, and we are all so happy to once again be seeing their smiling faces. I encourage everyone to watch for this year’s summer games and especially the fantastic athletes who will compete in the gymnastics arena. You will not be disappointed by the glorious feats they will perform, and hopefully you will catch the love bug for the sport like me and the rest of the MAC Gymnastic family!

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Early Birds Remember and Rebuild The Early Birds took the first step toward rebuilding their lockdown-ravaged community with the Strawberry Shortcake event at the Rose Garden in June. For those unfamiliar with the Early Birds, the group embraces a time slot, rather than a particular sport or activity, since many find an early time fits their morning schedule best. For many years, Mike Kobelin has enlisted a group of friends to stage a seasonally appropriate gathering in Washington Park, providing a bit of exercise and a chance to renew friendships over a dish of early morning fresh strawberries and whipped cream. This year, Kobelin, along with Sue Hennesy, Louise Runkle, Debbie Underwood, and Joe Tennant, provided the treats, while the International Rose Test Garden provided the venue. The 6:15 a.m. start time gave ample time for walkers and runners to make the trek from the clubhouse to the park. This event both kicked off the summer and allowed members to reconnect in person!

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Ione Clair

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More important, the gathering was a reminder of the importance and strength of the Early Bird community. Ione Clair and Ed Meaney (pictured above) — two long-term, active members of the group — passed away in 2020, so this get-together was in their honor. Mike Kobelin spoke briefly about them, their love of the Early Birds, and the group’s love of them. Their family members in attendance seconded his sentiment.

Were they around today, both would invite MAC members to join the Early Birds for early morning workouts, regardless of their favorite sport or activity. They would suggest this community is the best support system (outside of family) one will ever find. —The Early Birds

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Sue Hennessy, Debbie Underwood, Mike Kobelin, Louise Runkle, and Joe Tennant

Trustees Marilyn Whitaker, Rob Torch, and Reidun Zander with Mike Kobelin.

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Playing Tennis Around the World It is well known that MAC members love their tennis. When they aren’t playing for fun, taking clinics, or scratching a competitive itch through various leagues, they can often be found watching professional tennis or chasing tennis in places near and far. The Tennis Committee surveyed members about where in the world they like to play and present this snapshot. To the best of our knowledge, these locations all offer public tennis and do not require memberships.

Melissa Clark recommends The Club at La Costa in Carlsbad, California, featuring a world-class program founded by Cliff Drysdale, legendary ESPN analyst and International Tennis Hall of Fame member. The team of USPTA-trained tennis professionals offer the “Ultimate Tennis Experience” on every La Costa court, every day, whether enjoying a match with a tennis partner, taking personal instruction, participating in daily clinics, weekly tennis nights, or attending a junior tennis camp. The tennis facility has 17 clay and hard courts, including seven lighted courts for evening play and stadium seating for 1,000 people. Patronage at the club is not required to enjoy the facilities.

The Desert MAC member Malea says the La Quinta Resort in La Quinta, California, has great pros and clinics for all levels across both hard and clay courts. Added bonus: The pool and activities arrangement are highly accommodating for those with small children. Over the years, Malea has had the good fortune of meeting people from around the world and loves the challenge of playing against new competition. In addition to great tennis, she has even brushed elbows with tennis royalty including Billie Jean King and the Bryan Brothers. Once she rescued a small poodle who was wandering the grounds. A grateful 19-time Grand Slam champion, none other than Novak Djokovic, appreciated her efforts as it was his lost poodle! According to Laura Walker, the Grand Slam Round Robin format at the JW Marriott Desert Springs, in Palm Desert, California, is a great deal — $40 for five rounds of tennis. Held November through mid-April, a tennis pro pairs players with various partners to test their skills across the Grand Slam surfaces, Wimbledon (grass courts), the French Open (clay courts), and the U.S. Open (hard courts). DC Ranch Village Tennis Center programs in Scottsdale, Arizona, are a favorite of the Middlestat family (David and Laura). With round-robin doubles, cardio tennis, doubles clinics by level, and a robust junior’s program, this is a great place for families to play together.

The Tropics Rodrigo Aguilar says Kalama Park in Kihei, Hawaii (on the island of Maui) is a public tennis facility with four public courts. During daily open play from 7 a.m.-11 a.m., highly skilled local players,

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David and Nathan Middlestat in Arizona; (below) Rodrigo Aguilar and friends on Maui. used to outside conditions, will challenge players skills on hard courts. These public courts are open until dark for family fun.

Urban Beat the heat and humidity of a sultry city summer at the Sutton East Tennis in New York City which offers eight newly resurfaced indoor clay tennis courts in a climate-controlled environment. Christian Buckholtz says they offer weekly adult clinics, drill and play, cardio tennis, adult match play, and a robust junior program. The club does not require membership and boasts two additional sister clubs in Manhattan — Yorkville Tennis on the Upper East Side and Vanderbilt Tennis Club in Grand Central Terminal.

Passport Required The Tennis Hotel St. Wolfgang, aka the Wolfgangsee Hotel in Austria offers the perfect tennis holiday, including a tennis hall, outdoor sand tennis, and professional tennis coaching school from a team of South African pros. Jill Neuwelt, a native of Austria, says the rates are reasonable, the food incredible, and the pros speak English fluently. The red clay courts of Nosara, Costa Rica, caught Martin Bleek’s attention. He recommends the 506 Tennis Center, which offers red clay and DecoTurf hard courts for improving one’s game with custom junior and adult programs, on-and-offthe-court workouts, training and strength exercises, and flexibility and movement workshops. The center also includes nutritional planning. As an added bonus, the club attracts visiting pros and the occasional college coach or retiring pro. Call

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Martin Bleek and Scott Omlid on Costa Rican clay courts. the club to design a custom-made program! Bleek adds the town has a cool laidback vibe, and the 506 is owned by an American expat who is happy to give you pointers on ways to enjoy the surrounding area. Catherine Leedy highly recommends the annual Guadalajara Tourneo de Tenis at the Guadalajara Country Club in Mexico. This doubles tournament is open to all players, based on age divisions and is held at the exclusive and beautiful club. The round robin tournament takes place on their 24 clay courts and boasts three amazing parties during the tournament. Held annually in February, contact the Guadalajara Club tennis office for more information. Between fishing for giant trevally, bone fish, and permit, Richard Anderson found hard court tennis with a South African instructor on Alphonse Island in the Seychelles. Might that be the furthest distance traveled for tennis? It’s a toss-up with Rick and Laura Walker who chased the fuzzy yellow balls to Melbourne, Australia, where she enjoyed the Australian Open and played some clinics.

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Pickleball Calendar Reminders Pickleball Open Play No reservations are required, just stop by the Main Gym between 5 and 9 p.m. weekdays and Sundays and between 5 and 9 a.m. Saturdays. Paddles and balls are available. - Monday and Wednesday: Beginner/Early Intermediate - Tuesday and Thursday: Intermediate/ Advanced - Friday: All Levels

Pickleball Committee: (Back row, l. to r.) Dave Davidson, Chad Stelling, Dana Bach Johnson, Dana Hunt, Mike Monroe, Mike Saito; (front row) Nancy Hinnen, Mark Jansa, Hank Marcus, Gary Smith

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Golf Scramble a Soggy Success On a rainy Sunday in June, 144 MAC golfers faced the elements at Ghost Creek at Pumpkin Ridge for the annual MAC Scramble. Despite the downpour, it was a great time, and the Golf Committee thanks everyone who attended. Next up: the MAC Shamble at Gearhart Golf Links in October. Don’t miss out on the exclusive MAC Creek Card; they are available simply by showing a MAC membership card at the Ghost Creek pro shop and completing a registration form. Benefits start immediately and include booking tee times three weeks in advance and reduced greens fees. Keep up to date on golf at MAC, sign up for email updates via the My Membership page at themac.com. Go to My Interests and select “Golf.”

(clockwise from top): Janice Marquis and Linda Higgons; Michael Nye; Zach Eimon, Allen Bates, Mark Eimon, Brandon Eimon; Muffie Scanlan and Helen Hazen; Nathan Spere, Trevor Harding, Timothy Gray, and Spencer Director

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Pro’s Corner Seventy percent of the world’s population is right-eye dominant. The tendency for righteye dominant golfers is to lean the shaft away from the target at address, which causes misalignment at impact! TIP: Get in front of a mirror or have someone take a picture of your setup to confirm your alignment. —Chris Myrvold, PGA | Head Professional Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club

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Member Numbers: Walk Across America Mileage Walk Across America is a national program that allows members to create annual mileage goals, with endof-year rewards. The idea is to set a mileage goal that is reasonable, attainable, challenging, and motivating. MAC members may join at any time. For information about the program and to submit mileage, please contact Claire Galton at galtoncc@gmail.com.

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SCOREBOARD Honoring MAC members — representing the club in competition — for placing first, second, or third in state, regional, national, or international athletic competitions, or members who have qualified for nationals in events that qualify for championship funding. Speed Climbing Regional Championships June 12-13, Mesa Rim, Reno, Nevada The following athletes placed in the top four in their category and r eturned to Reno in July for the Youth National Championships: Will Bagwell, Jordan Chapman, Rosemary DuBois, Katie Evans, Ava Kovtunovich, Julian Raaf, and Emma Wetsel Youth Lead/Top Rope Climbing Regional Championships June 19-20, Vancouver, Washington Climbers from Oregon, Alaska, and southwest Washington competed for a chance to advance to USAC Youth National Championships. The following athletes placed in the top four in their category and traveled to Reno in July for the event: Female Junior (Under 19) 3rd place, Emma Wetsel 4th place, Nina Schroeder Male Junior (Under 19) 3rd place, Sutton Warmkessel Female Youth A (Under 17) 2nd place, Ava Kovtunovich Male Youth A (Under 17) 2nd place, Jack Urness 4th place, Julian Raaf

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Making a reservation via MAC’s mobile app or mobile browsers is now much simpler!

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