Tahoe Donner News | April 2026

Tahoe Donner NEWS + LIFE

Caring for the Land We Share Tahoe Donner Land Management 2025 Highlights and 2026 Priorities

A Trail of Transformation Trails & Vistas Renowned Art Hikes Return to Tahoe Donner

Election Info + Key Dates 2026 Board of Directors Election Updates

The Buzz APRIL 2026

Local Activities, Dining + Updates

Contents

Welcome 2 Letter from the Board President

The Buzz 16 Activities, Dining, Programs + Events 18 Clubs Updates 20 Friends on the Fairway: Inside the Women’s Golf Club and Community 32 Where in the World is Tahoe Donner News + Life

The Report 4 Amenity Access: Get Verified Early, Get Ready for Summer, Get Rewarded 8 Board of Directors Election Information + Key Dates

06 A Trail of

Transformation

Nancy Tieken Lopez (Main); John Groom (Inset); Nikki Ritcher (Cover)

Trails & Vistas Renowned Art Hikes Return to Tahoe Donner This Summer

22 Tahoe Donner Giving Fund: Thank You, 2025 Donors 24 2026 Defensible Space Inspection Cycle Update 26 Covenants Reminders 28 Briefs 32 Board Meeting Recaps

10 Caring for the

Land We Share Tahoe Donner Land Management: 2025 Highlights and 2026 Priorities

14 Accessible

Nature Immersion An Exciting New Interpretive Walking Path Comes to the Glacier Way Trailhead

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President’s Welcome

VOLUME 27 | NO. 4

April 2026 EDITORIAL + PRODUCTION TEAM Lindsay Hogan Carlynne Fajkos Jesus Antonio Vazquez

Drew Deurlington Cynthia Cendreda Camy Marotta

SENIOR MANAGEMENT Annie Rosenfeld | General Manager arosenfeld@tahoedonner.com Miah Cottrell | Director of Information Technology mcottrell@tahoedonner.com

Jason Hajduk-Dorworth | Director of Administrative Services jhajduk@tahoedonner.com Lindsay Hogan | Director of Communications + Member Relations lhogan@tahoedonner.com Justin Malley | Director of Finance + Accounting jmalley@tahoedonner.com Jon Mitchell | Director of Capital Projects + Facilities jmitchell@tahoedonner.com Mike Peters | Director of Food + Beverage mpeters@tahoedonner.com Miguel Sloane | Director of Operations msloane@tahoedonner.com

BOARD OF DIRECTORS President | Benjamin Levine blevine@tahoedonner.com Vice President | Denise Gauny dgauny@tahoedonner.com Treasurer | Don Koenes dkoenes@tahoedonner.com Secretary | Courtney Murrell cmurrell@tahoedonner.com Vice Treasurer | Jay Wertheim jwertheim@tahoedonner.com

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Each membership parcel receives one subscription to a domestic address. Cost to produce and distribute this publication is offset by advertising revenues. Periodicals Postage Paid at Truckee, CA, and additional mailing offices. Member letters to Tahoe Donner are published in the Member Portal; details available at tahoedonner.com/member-letters.

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n 2024, following several years of rule development and community discussion, the Tahoe Donner Board of Directors adopted a new Amenity Access Rule, completing the most significant update to our amenity access system in 35 years.

At its heart, the new rule represents a renewed commitment to strengthening member benefits and to putting members’ use and enjoyment first at the private amenities. One goal was to ensure that Tahoe Donner members can enjoy those amenities without feeling nickel-anddimed or crowded out by non-members. To that end, the rule was carefully designed to remove barriers to member use and enjoyment, whether those barriers were costs, confusion, or crowds.

The rule was also written to strengthen the financial stability and sustainability of the private amenities by aligning common expense obligations with the member duties established in Tahoe Donner’s governing documents.

In accordance with the rule’s phased implementation plan, beginning Jan. 1, 2026, private amenity access became a core member right and benefit included with the annual assessment. The annual Recreation Fee and member Daily Access Fees were eliminated, allowing card-carrying Tahoe Donner members to enjoy the private amenities without additional entry fees.

To support member priority and reduce crowding, short-term rental tenants are now subject to blackout dates at the private amenities, including all holiday peak periods.

Additionally, to protect your member rights and privileges, we are strengthening the integrity of the private amenity access system through improved procedures for identifying, documenting, and addressing suspected fraud and abuse. We are also continuing our Member ID validation efforts to ensure that all card-carrying Tahoe Donner members are truly members.

When writing and adopting the Amenity Access Rule, the board and the management team understood that practical experience would reveal areas needing clarification and opportunities for improvement. That expectation has proven true. Over the next few months, the board will be considering a number of clarifying, technical, and process-oriented updates.

The updates already under consideration include refining a few definitions for clarity, making technical updates to address property sales and ownership transitions, refining the Member ID Card Exception Process to make it more efficient, and clarifying private amenity privileges for long-term resident tenants, cohabitation relationships, and coresident relationships.

What these updates will not change is the Amenity Access Rule’s focus on improving member benefits and protecting your member experience at the private amenities. The rule is grounded in a simple idea: as shared extensions of our private homes, Tahoe Donner’s private amenities should first and foremost serve Tahoe Donner members, with priority given to their personal use and enjoyment.

This spring, members will receive a mailer with the proposed Amenity Access Rule updates and supporting materials explaining their purpose and effect. The board invites you to review the proposal, attend the upcoming board meeting where the updates will be considered, and submit written comments during the 45-day notice and comment period.

As always, please look for me around Tahoe Donner, say hello, and let me know what’s on your mind!

Benjamin Levine Board President blevine@tahoedonner.com

Nikki Ritcher (Header)

John Groom | Director of Land Management + Open Space jgroom@tahoedonner.com

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THE REPORT

Get Verified Early. Get Ready for Summer. Get Rewarded.

Get Ahead of Tahoe Donner Member Access Verification Requirements Tahoe Donner’s Amenity Access updates require all Member ID Card holders to complete family eligibility verification by Dec. 31, 2027. But why wait? Members who complete verification by June 30, 2026, will be entered into a drawing that includes prizes like:

as member-exclusive pricing and benefits across the association.

• 2026/27 Ski Season Pass

To ensure these benefits are reserved for qualifying property owners and their immediate family members, documentation verifying family relationships is now required under the updated Amenity Access Policy.

• Tickets to Summer Concert on the Green

Verification helps:

• A Ride-Along on a Snow Cat

• Maintain fair and equitable access to private amenities

• $200 Gift Card to The Lodge Restaurant & Pub

• Keep member records accurate and up to date

• Tickets to Wild West Fest and Fall Fest

• Prevent delays or interruptions during peak summer and winter seasons

• VIP Foursome at Tahoe Donner Golf Course • VIP Marina Experience for Four: lunch, a designated parking spot, equipment rentals, and VIP happy hour seating at the Beach Club Marina Avoid a last-minute rush—check it off your list with confidence.

Verifying now ensures uninterrupted access to Tahoe Donner’s private amenities and enters you into a drawing for a chance to win.

• Support the long-term sustainability of Tahoe Donner’s amenities All Member ID Card holders must complete verification by Dec. 31, 2027 to maintain an active status. Making changes to the current Member ID Cardholders will trigger automatic verification.

Taking the opportunity to verify or make changes now ensures uninterrupted access during the peak summer months. If you add or change members on your account, verification is required at the time of the update.

Who Needs to Verify?

Our 2026 goal as an association is ambitious but achievable: 12,500 verified members by the end of the year! By completing your verification early, you’ll help us reach that milestone – and you’ll be entered into exclusive incentive drawings along the way.

All Member ID Card holders – both existing and new members – must verify eligibility, including owners. Owners listed on the deed will simply need to provide a copy of their government-issued ID and submit supporting documentation to verify their family members.

Only qualifying individuals may receive Member ID Cards, including:

Why Member Verification is Required In response to member feedback, the board adopted updates to the Amenity Access Rule in October 2024 to better address misuse and ensure these valued benefits are prioritized for qualifying property owners and their immediate family members. As part of this update,

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As of March 15, 2026 over 6,600 members have been verified!

documentation verifying family relationships is now required to receive a valid Member ID Card.

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Children ages 3+ count toward your property’s Member ID Card allotment.

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If you add or change members on your account, verification is required at the time of the update.

Upon successful completion of your verification, Member Services will issue your new Member ID Card!

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How to Get Verified The process is straightforward and can be completed online in just a few steps: 1. Log in to ShopTD and select “My Account.”

2. Review who is currently listed as a member on your property.

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4. Complete the “Member ID Card Verification Form” and upload documents securely through the online portal.

To make the process even easier, a downloadable Member Verification Checklist is available on the Amenity Access webpage at tahoedonner.com/amenity-access.

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3. Gather documentation that verifies qualifying family relationships (such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, adoption records, trust documentation, or government-issued ID for owners) for those listed on your account as “Members”.

Learn More and Get Started We’ve created a new webpage titled “Your Guide to Member Verification” that includes step-by-step instructions, downloadable resources, FAQs, recap videos from past information sessions and upcoming verification events. Visit the website at tahoedonner.com/amenity-access or scan the QR code to the right to learn more.

Virtual Verification Information Session Monday, April 6 at 5:30PM Join the Tahoe Donner Member Services team for a live Verification Information Session on Monday, April 6 at 5:30PM. During this virtual event, we’ll walk you step-by-step through the member verification process, explain documentation requirements and answer common questions to help you get everyone on your account verified with confidence.

Can’t attend live? No problem. A recap recording will be available afterward on the Amenity Access web hub so you can watch at your convenience.

Visit tahoedonner.com/amenity-access to register for the event.

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FEATURE

A Tr ail of Transf ormation

tr a i l s & v i stas re nowne d art hike s ret u rn to tah oe d onne r this summe r

BY CYNTHIA CENDREDA Tahoe Donner is thrilled to host Trails & Vistas’ 2026 Art Hikes Aug. 22-23, with stunning performance art installations gracing the landscape along a 2.2-mile loop beginning at the Alder Creek Adventure Center (ACAC) and continuing along Whoop It Up trail.

Trails & Vistas Founder and Artistic Director Nancy Tieken Lopez recently sat down with Tahoe Donner News + Life to share a little bit more about what one can experience on these celebrated Art Hikes.

Cynthia Cendreda: For starters, what is an Art Hike?

Nancy Tieken Lopez: Trails & Vistas’ Art Hikes are a fusion of art experiences and forest immersion. Led by an experienced guide, Art Hike attendees travel in small groups, pausing at seven to nine art performance installations.

CC: Can you describe for readers what an “art performance installation” involves?

NTL: An art performance installation is an immersive, site-specific performance that transforms spaces into experiences.

An example might be hiking up to a ridge with a stunning view of Devil’s Peak to find ballet dancers dancing along the edge, or hiking into a forest glen to find a thousand, brilliant-orange clay poppies running down a hillside intermixed with lava rock, and then, being serenaded by an acoustic guitarist and a beatboxer (Royal Gorge Art Hikes, 2024). The Art Hike theme, the artists and the performances change every year to offer new experiences. Each Art Hike features environmental storytelling, land art and an invitation to connect with each other, to be curious, to embrace a variety of cultures and to celebrate the environment through the arts.

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CC: That all sounds incredible. Can you share what the theme for the 2026 Art Hikes is yet?

NTL: Yes, this year’s theme is “borrowed landscape,” or shakkei (借景). In Japan, shakkei is the art of incorporating distant scenery, such as mountains, trees or lakes, to make an intimate space feel larger and more integrated with its surroundings. This technique uses elements like a strategically placed opening or a framing device to “capture” the background view. This summer, I will be collaborating with over fifty artists to create a seamless blend of man-made elements and the natural world, allowing participants to connect to nature and culture, to people and place.

CC: What types of artists can TD members expect to see on this year’s Art Hikes?

NTL: We are excited to welcome back Capacitor Dance Company from San Francisco. Capacitor’s award-winning work has been praised by The New York Times as “ingenious.” Capacitor’s Artistic Director, Jodi Lomask, is choreographing a solo dance titled ‘The Perfect Flower,” as well as a duet, “Tangled Green.’’

We are also thrilled to have harpist Motoshi Kosako 古佐古基史 performing.

Motoshi is a Japanese-born concert harpist, composer and improviser. Harp Column compared his introspective soloing to that of Keith Jarrett. In addition to producing seventeen albums, Motoshi regularly tours internationally.

Reno Taiko Tsurunokai, a Japanese drumming group based in Reno, Nevada, will perform on Sunday. Taiko drums are so physically demanding to play that each group can only perform one day. Reiko Shimbo, founder of Reno Taiko Tsurunokai, says that the reason people instantly connect to Taiko drums is that “[y]ou don’t just hear

CC: The Art Hikes were last held in Tahoe Donner in 2009. How long have the Art Hikes been going on, and how did they get started?

NTL: I like to say, it all started with one rock! While I was in graduate school, I left river poems inscribed on 20 rocks in a streambed. I enjoyed seeing how people moved and interacted with the rocks until one day, when I came back to find all of the rocks gone, except for one that read, “Is No More.” I thought that was so clever. That interaction inspired me to create my very first Art Hike in 1997 as my Master’s in Fine Arts thesis project.

CC: And what has been your favorite performance installation from your twenty-two-year history of the Art Hikes?

NTL: Honestly, each year has been a special memory, but the first Art Hikes were exciting because it was at a time in the 90s when young installation artists took risks and didn’t worry about insurance or permits. Dancers dangling down a cliff from fabric, making earth art on the hillside, riding on the back of a bulldozer with poetry boulders – you just did it!

However, I will say that the “Terra Caeli, Earth Sky” Art Hike in 2009 in Tahoe Donner is a favorite of mine. I worked closely with choreographer Elizabeth Archer to create a mix of dance performance and equestrian arts on Sundance Trail. We started with a Dancing With Horses Workshop that summer for local youth dancers of InnerRythms Dance Theater, which was taught by acclaimed choreographer Alain Gauthier, as well as Kansas Carradine at the Archer’s ranch in Sierraville. The equine workshop developed into three Art Hike performance installation sites! Ranging in age from 14 to 17, the dancers learned life lessons from working with these majestic animals

alongside Alain and Leslie Anne Webb, an equine healing facilitator.

With all of my performance installations, I want to fill each Art Hike participant with a sense of profound but equivocal mystery, discovering the art that lies hidden in the landscape and within our own imagination.

CC: Tell me about some of your other events.

NTL: Every fall, Trails & Vistas holds our Dreaming Tree field trip for 450+ thirdgrade students in Truckee and North Tahoe.

The field trips are mini-interactive Art Hikes.

The students learn from Culture Bearers of the Washoe Tribe of California and Nevada, march with a bagpiper, sing with a guitarist, write poetry with a spoken word poet, listen to a storyteller and create their own art.

This year we will hold our third annual Awe Walks for veterans, senior citizens and individuals with sensory, physical and cognitive differences. The Awe Walks are a fusion of our Art Hikes and forest bathing. Held on an ADA-accessible trail in Donner Memorial State Park, participants are invited to slow down and connect with nature through the arts.

We also host free community art workshops every year, usually in the spring. This year, we are collaborating with the Sierra Teen Education and Parenting Program to provide free art classes to local teen parents, and this spring, we are working with local high school students on two poetry salons and an open mic.

Finally, we put on the Truckee Historical Haunted Tour every October. Participants are taken on a guided tour of historic Truckee buildings where volunteer actors perform historical vignettes.

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Early Bird Pricing: Adults $60; Kids $15 Private Pod: Groups of up to 20 can purchase a Private Pod for $1,400 before April 15 by contacting Veronica Derrick at veronica@trailsandvistas.org. *Look for a direct link to the sale in the Tahoe Donner weekly email on April 14, or sign-up today to receive the email at tahoedonner.com/subscribe.

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All photos courtesy of Nancy Tieken Lopez (featured) and Trails & Vistas

it in the ears, but feel it in the body.”

Additional artists include dancer, Jill Salak; sculptor, Aiya Jordan Kawasaki; fiber artist, Lorna Denton; Truckee High School designer, Keira Ching; drumming and dancing group, Matachines Guerreros de Reno; Joffrey Ballet-trained local dancer, Leigh Collins; and equestrian performer, Kansas Carradine, aka Circus Cowgirl, along with four site-specific installations of my artwork.

We’d be remiss not to mention that this year’s incredible artist lineup is partially made possible by a generous grant from the Martis Camp Foundation.

THE REPORT

ELECTION INFORMATION + KEY DATES TWO BOARD OF DIRECTOR POSITIONS OPEN

The key dates listed below are summarized. A 2026 election timeline is available on the Tahoe Donner Elections website at tahoedonner.com/boardelections and should be read together with the Election and Voting Rules at tahoedonner.com/election-rules.

APPLY TO RUN FOR THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS APRIL 8 PROSPECTIVE CANDIDATE Q+A SESSION 5:30-7PM

Optional Zoom only session for members who may be interested in becoming a board candidate to ask questions of current board members about their experiences.

APRIL 17 CANDIDACY FORMS SUBMISSION 12PM DEADLINE

Candidates must submit their Candidacy Forms via email in PDF format to the Elections Committee at electionscommittee@tahoedonner.com.

Member Advocates must submit their Verification Forms via email in PDF format to the Elections Committee at electionscommittee@tahoedonner.com.

As Candidacy Forms are submitted to the Elections Committee, the eligibility of the candidates will be verified and the candidates will be notified within seven days.

After the close of nominations, if there are two or fewer eligible candidate for the two open director positions, the Association bylaws and Election and Voting Rules provide for conclusion of the election by acclamation. A board meeting will be scheduled to consider the candidates elected by acclamation. A notice will be sent to members communicating that this meeting has been scheduled.

If acclamation requirements are not met, the election process will continue and a notice will be sent to members with the final list of candidates (in random order), the election meeting date, the ballot packet mailing date, information about returning ballots and other important voting details.

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APRIL 30 SUBMISSION DEADLINE FOR

12PM DIRECTOR ELECTION STATEMENTS

Each candidate may submit a Director Election Statement (in PDF format) to electionscommittee@tahoedonner.com.

They may also submit a personal election website and their contact information to be linked on the elections website. See other specific requirements at tahoedonner.com/boardelections.

Member Advocates (who applied by the deadline) may submit a Director Election Statement that is reasonably related to the election, as well as an election-related website and contact information to be linked on the elections website. See other specific requirements at tahoedonner.com/boardelections.

Previously verified Member Advocates who wish to speak following all candidates at the June 2 Director Election Forum must notify the Elections Committee via email by this date.

MEET THE CANDIDATES + VOTING INFORMATION MAY 4 DIRECTOR ELECTION

STATEMENTS + LINKS AVAILABLE ON ELECTIONS WEBPAGE Director Election Statements received by the deadline of April 30 at 12PM will be posted online at tahoedonner.com/boardelections along with email addresses, headshots and links to candidate and member advocate personal election websites, if provided.

MAY 22 DEADLINE FOR MEMBERS TO

5PM SUBMIT TOPICS FOR THE DIRECTOR ELECTION FORUM Deadline for members to submit topics of interest for the Directors Election Forum which will be held on June 2.

Submit all topics to tahoedonner.com/submit-topics.

HAVE A TOPIC YOU WOULD LIKE THE CANDIDATES TO ADDRESS? If you could sit down with the candidates, what topics would you like them to address? We are looking for discussion topics for the Director Election Forum.

Submit topics you wish to see candidates discuss to tahoedonner.com/submit-topics by 5PM on May 22.

Neil Brydon (Header/2022 Photo Contest Submission)

The 2026 Tahoe Donner Board of Directors election is officially underway, with two open board positions to be filled by member vote this June. The board plays a crucial role in shaping the future of Tahoe Donner, overseeing financial decisions, capital projects, policies, and more – all as dedicated, unpaid volunteers elected to represent property owners. As the election process continues, now is the time for members to stay informed, review candidate guidelines, and engage in the community-driven process that helps guide Tahoe Donner’s direction.

MAY 27 BALLOT PACKETS MAILED The voter list is finalized, and the date of record for the election is set. Voting packets containing ballots and instructions are mailed to all eligible voters. Packets are sent to the address on file for your invoices. Please work with all owners of your property regarding your vote.

JUNE 2 DIRECTOR ELECTION FORUM 6-8PM

ENSURE YOU RECEIVE YOUR 2026 BALLOT

To update your contact info, visit tahoedonner.com/update-your-profile by May 4.

Ballots will be mailed to all members of record on May 27.

Community Meeting Online via Zoom

CA Civil Code 4041 requires updated contact info annually.

Topics of interest previously submitted by members are discussed by candidates. The Inspector of Elections is the moderator. Verified Member Advocates who notified the Elections Committee by the April 30 deadline may speak on the same topics following all of the candidates.

OPT OUT OF EMAIL SHARING

JUNE 26 ELECTION BALLOT MEETING + 9AM-5PM REGULAR BOARD MEETING

Northwoods Clubhouse and Online via Zoom On-site voting and replacement ballots are available until 5PM. The Inspector of Elections will attend this meeting to oversee the ballot counting process if a 25% quorum has been achieved.

The deadline for receipt of ballots mailed or personally delivered to the Accountancy Firm in Reno, Nevada is 5PM. A locked ballot box will be placed in Member Services at Northwoods Clubhouse from Tuesday, June 23 until the morning of Sunday, June 28 for ballots not completed in time to be received by the Accountancy Firm in Reno, Nevada by the 5PM deadline on June 26.

JUNE 28 ELECTION DAY + ANNUAL MEETING

MEETING OF MEMBERS 10AM-12PM Northwoods Clubhouse and Online via Zoom VOTING The Annual Meeting of Members will be held from 10AM-12PM. Hand-delivered ballots are accepted from 10-11:30AM 10-11:30AM, at which time voting will conclude.

Replacement ballots will be available until the conclusion of voting. Prior to the conclusion of the meeting, if a 25% quorum has been achieved and the election results are certified by the Inspector of Elections, the election results (including vote count) are announced.

The results will also be communicated to the membership via email and on the website. If less than 25% of voters have submitted valid ballots, the failure to achieve a quorum will be announced and the meeting, along with the culmination of the election, will be adjourned to the following day.

JUNE 29 IF 25% QUORUM NOT MET If there is a failure to achieve the 25% quorum requirement as of the Annual Meeting of Members, the meeting is reconvened at Northwoods Clubhouse for the purpose of counting votes and concluding the Election of Directors with a reduced 15% quorum requirement as specified in the bylaws.

As soon as the election results are certified by the Inspector of Elections, the results (including vote count) are announced and communicated by email.

California Senate Bill 323 (SB 323) grants any member who makes a formal request for the membership contact list access to your email address and contact information for the purpose of communicating about the association. Any member may remove their contact information from this shareable list by going to tahoedonner.com/sb323.

CAMPAIGN SPENDING Tahoe Donner campaign guidelines encourage candidates to conduct an economical campaign that employs costeffective outreach techniques. To support this objective, the association provides Directors Elections Statements and links to personal websites and email addresses at tahoedonner.com/boardelections. The Elections Committee also hosts the Director Election Forum, an online event on June 2.

CAMPAIGN CONDUCT To increase member confidence in the governance of the Tahoe Donner Association, and to encourage high standards of behavior collectively and individually, the Board of Directors has adopted the following Code of Conduct for its board members.

SPEAK RESPECTFULLY. SHOW COURTESY. BRING A POSITIVE MESSAGE. BE INCLUSIVE. FOCUS ON YOUR OWN MESSAGE. PRACTICE CIVILITY. BE FACTUAL. FOR ELECTION INFORMATION, VISIT TAHOEDONNER.COM/BOARDELECTIONS OR CONTACT THE ELECTIONS COMMITTEE AT ELECTIONSCOMMITTEE@TAHOEDONNER.COM.

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FEATURE

Caring for the Land We Share Tahoe Donner Land Management: 2025 Highlights and 2026 Priorities

Tahoe Donner’s forests, trails and open spaces are among the community’s most cherished assets. They provide recreation, wildlife habitat, scenic beauty and critical protection against wildfire. Each year, the Tahoe Donner Land Management team works across thousands of acres to care for these landscapes while ensuring they remain safe and accessible for members.

The 2025 Land Management program brought significant progress in forestry, defensible space trails and community stewardship. As the association looks toward 2026, the focus remains on wildfire resilience, thoughtful forest management and improving recreational access across Tahoe Donner’s extensive trail network.

Major Progress in Forest Health and Fuel Reduction Forest management and wildfire mitigation remain among Tahoe Donner’s most important responsibilities. In 2025, the Land Management team and its partners completed forestry work on 1,058 acres to reduce wildfire risk and improve forest health. Of this total, 871 acres were on Tahoe Donner lands, while 187 acres were treated on adjacent U.S. Forest Service lands as part of collaborative regional efforts.

• Tahoe Donner’s own forestry crews treated 158 acres, while 14 forestry contracts accounted for another 260 acres of fuel reduction work. At the same time, private property owners contributed significantly to community resilience, completing 409 acres of defensible space improvements around their homes.

• Partnerships also played a key role in expanding the reach of these projects.

Collaborations with the U.S. Forest Service, Town of Truckee, NV Energy and the Truckee Donner Public Utility District helped accomplish an additional 231 acres of treatment within and around Tahoe Donner.

East Perimeter Trail Entrance improvement.

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• One notable effort occurred along Tahoe Donner’s east perimeter near Alder Creek, where the U.S. Forest Service completed approximately 187 acres of thinning and fuel reduction to help protect the community and the critical Highway 89 North evacuation corridor.

• Within Tahoe Donner itself, forestry crews also addressed priority locations such as Bermgarten, where crews removed 45 dead trees and treated roughly 27 acres of steep hillside forest below nearby homes.

Grant-Funded Work Expands Wildfire Protection Several major projects in 2025 were supported by grant funding and specialized contractors, allowing crews to reach areas that require more complex treatment.

With support from the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation, forestry crews completed thinning, limbing and mastication on slopes above Interstate 80 near the Glacier area. This work helps reduce fuel loads in a high-risk wildfire corridor and improves overall forest structure.

• Additional wildfire resilience work occurred near Skislope Way, where a steep-slope contractor utilized a specialized Spider Masticator to complete targeted fuel reduction in the Flash Fire burn scar area. This effort builds on initial work completed in 2022 and helps stabilize vegetation while reducing future fire risk.

• A large scale multi-year CAL FIRE grant administered through the Truckee Fire Protection District funded approximately 64 acres of fuel reduction and tree planting work around Crabtree Ridge, Hawks Peak and Glacier Ridgeline.

• A Measure T grant awarded in 2023 enabled the Forestry Department to purchase a masticator allowing for the efficient removal of brush and smalldiameter trees.

These projects demonstrate how targeted investments, partnerships and grants allow Tahoe Donner to address difficult terrain and high-priority wildfire mitigation areas.

Strong Member Participation in Defensible Space Wildfire safety is a shared responsibility, and Tahoe Donner homeowners continued to play a vital role in the community’s success.

In 2025, 984 properties completed defensible space work, covering more than 409 acres of private property. Member participation resulted in an impressive 99.8% compliance rate across the community. To support this effort, staff conducted 4,173 inspections and reinspections, often meeting with homeowners several times to provide guidance and ensure compliance with defensible space standards.

The defensible space program also supported the local real estate market, with 220 properties inspected during home sales and 150 dead tree removal permits issued throughout the year.

Trail Improvements Enhance Recreation Tahoe Donner’s trail system continues to grow and improve, offering residents and visitors access to the surrounding forests and meadows.

In 2025, several projects also improved connectivity and trail sustainability.

• The Lower Fools Gold trail was reconstructed and extended with about 200 yards of new singletrack, reducing the need for road travel and improving trail flow for bikers.

• Another major project created the Cinnamon Twist missing link, adding roughly half a mile of rustic singletrack that improves trail connectivity to Euer Valley while slowing bike speeds along this popular route.

• Additional work included rebuilding the Hansel Mailbox East Perimeter trail entrance.

• Restoring horse paddocks in Euer Valley.

• Continuing trail monitoring at 12 locations throughout the system.

• The trail program also designed and launched two new interactive trail maps on the Tahoe Donner website. One of these maps highlights active work areas and future plans. The second map is

Ongoing mastication and wildfire resilience work on the south-facing area behind Skislope Way.

A masticator at work, followed by three sets of beforeand-after fuel reduction photos (top to bottom).

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available for download and can be utilized with popular map apps for offline use.

• Design and production of 300 new wayfinding signs to be installed across the system in 2026.

Lower Fools Gold trail reconstruction and extension to mitigate erosion concerns and alleviate as much road traverse as possible.

Community Stewardship and Education Beyond physical improvements to the land, the Land Management team also invested in community education and engagement.

In 2025, Tahoe Donner hosted 32 stewardship events, including bird and wildflower guided walks, trail workdays, forestry tours and educational programs focused on fire safety and ecology.

These events attracted more than 1,100 participants, including members, local families and youth groups. The strong response from the community has led Tahoe Donner to plan for expanded stewardship programming in 2026.

Tree planting at Glacier Way for Truckee River Day.

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Looking Ahead: Key Priorities for 2026 While 2025 delivered significant accomplishments, the Land Management team is already preparing for the next phase of work.

One of the most important efforts will be updating the Land Management Plan, originally adopted in 2016. Staff are reviewing the latest wildfire science, ecological data and community input to guide future forest management decisions.

One element of that plan will be a Timber Harvest Plan, a comprehensive regulatory document that outlines how forest restoration and timber harvesting can be carried out responsibly on private lands while protecting wildlife habitat, biodiversity and environmental resources.

Several new forestry projects are also planned for 2026, including: • Approximately 50 acres of CAL FIRE grant-funded fuel reduction in the Bermgarten and McGlashan Springs areas adjacent to Tahoe Donner.

• Defensible space inspections will focus on the Northwoods and southern zone, where 1,049 properties are scheduled for inspection as part of the next community cycle.

• Trail improvements will continue as well, with projects planned for the East Perimeter Trail, Coyote Crossing and a new Glacier Way accessible interpretive trail designed to serve a broader range of users (see more on page 14).

A Shared Commitment to the Landscape Tahoe Donner’s forests and open spaces define the character of the community. Through coordinated forestry work, homeowner participation, trail improvements and stewardship programs, the association continues to invest in the long-term health of these landscapes.

As the community moves into 2026, the focus remains clear: protect the forest, improve wildfire resilience, enhance recreation and ensure Tahoe Donner’s natural environment remains vibrant for generations to come.

By the Numbers – Tahoe Donner Land Management 2025 Forestry + Fire Safety • 1,058 acres of collaborative forestry work completed • 871 acres treated on Tahoe Donner lands • 187 acres treated on adjacent U.S. Forest Service lands • 158 acres completed by Tahoe Donner forestry crews • 260 acres treated through contracted forestry work • 409 acres of defensible space completed by homeowners

Defensible Space Success • 984 properties completed defensible space work • 99.8% compliance rate among Tahoe Donner Homeowners within the 2025 Defensible Space Inspection Zone during the inspection cycle • 4,173 inspections and reinspections conducted by staff • 150 dead tree removal permits issued • 220 inspections completed for real estate transactions

Trails + Recreation • 46 miles of singletrack trail maintained • ½ mile of new trail added through the Cinnamon Twist extension • 200 yards of new trail added to the Lower Fools Gold section • 300 new wayfinding signs produced for installation in 2026

Stewardship + Community Engagement • 32 stewardship events hosted in 2025 • 1,100+ participants including members, families and youth • Educational programs included wildfire safety, forestry tours and trail volunteer days

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FEATURE

Accessible Nature Immersion AN EXCITING NEW FEATURE COMES TO THE GLACIER WAY TRAILHEAD

BY CYNTHIA CENDREDA The popular Glacier Way trailhead offers a jumping-off point for exploring the ridgeline above Donner Lake and connecting into the robust Tahoe Donner Trail System and Donner Lake Rim Trail. Ideal for hiking, biking and snowshoeing, the area offers stunning views of the lake and surrounding Sierra Nevada. As of July 2025, the trailhead was enhanced to include additional parking spaces and a permanent restroom facility. But, more recently, a project is underway to create an even more inclusive and immersive experience.

Glacier Way

INTERPRETIVE LOOP GLACIER WAY PARKING LOT

Entering the construction phase, a new half-mile-long, five-foot-wide loop will be installed this summer. This new trail will be comprised of decomposed granite material compacted into a firm and flat surface for leisurely walking and to accommodate strollers and other adaptive devices to support mobility. The trail will feature vistas and educational signage highlighting local flora, fauna and other unique facts. Four picnic tables will be added, two at the trailhead and two along the path, as well as two benches for quiet enjoyment. There will also be passing areas and rest zones for anyone wanting to take a tranquil pause along their walk.

Working with the Truckee River Watershed Council, Tahoe Donner Trails Manager Leslie Loveland will meet with members of the Washoe Tribe to learn about and incorporate their early history with the land into the interpretive signage. Project completion is anticipated for early August. In all, the Glacier Way Interpretive Loop will provide a uniquely experiential component for Tahoe Donner residents and visitors to enjoy.

To learn more about the Tahoe Donner Trail System, visit tahoedonner.com/trails.

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Meet Tahoe Donner Trails Manager,

LESLIE LOVELAND If you frequent the trail system, there’s a good chance you’ve come across Leslie Loveland, Tahoe Donner’s resident trail expert and manager.

Hailing from South Dakota, Loveland’s educational background and career experience lend themselves to the extensive and intentional maintenance of Tahoe Donner’s most cherished natural resources.

Having grown up in the outdoors, Loveland grew up hunting, fishing and hiking with her family. Graduating with a degree in Wildlife and Fisheries, she has since dedicated her career to preserving and protecting the environment, whether for sustainable recreational use and enjoyment or conservation practices.

Loveland spent the first 15 years of her career as a wildlife technician. She volunteered at the Gavin’s Point National Fish Hatchery during Pallid Sturgeon spawning season. She then landed her dream job working for the National Park Service on the Missouri and Niobrara Rivers, studying threatened and endangered shorebirds from a kayak. She next became a tour guide on a Glacier in Seward, Alaska, and then later discovered a love for researching raptors for various nonprofit wildlife organizations – most recently the U.S. Forest Service. Loveland monitored and researched bird habitat and movement, specializing in forest raptors: spotted owls, goshawks, peregrine falcons and bald eagles. Additionally, she surveyed these species for forest thinning and trail projects, and conducted post-fire restoration work on many of California’s largest wildfires.

Loveland now spends her time in Tahoe Donner restoring meadows and damaged sections of the trail system. She helps to realign trails for improved connectivity, install wayfinding signage and revitalize local habitat and ecosystems, all while continuing to monitor the area’s wildlife. She enjoys collaborating with other departments and receiving support and guidance from her fellow Land Management team members. While trails management is her job, she confesses it doesn’t feel like work, “My real passion is getting outside and playing in the dirt!”

Among her repertoire, Loveland has a commercial driver’s license, which allows her to drive semi-trucks, move heavy machinery and drive the Tahoe Donner buses. She is an experienced operator of excavators, skid steers, chainsaws and other machinery. And, she spent five years working on a trail crew for a local nonprofit, where she fell in love with seeing trail projects through from start to finish.

As for her other interests, Loveland enjoys backpacking, trail running, mountain biking, skiing, boating, white-water rafting and kayaking with her husband and two miniature pinschers.

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Buzz The

LOCAL ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, DINING + MORE

Spring Has Sprung I must be a houseplant, because I find myself arching toward the sunlight with a renewed sense of energy and excitement for the days ahead. By the time this goes to print, I may be eating my words, but I have confidently put away my snow shovel in exchange for my rake and green waste bins in preparation for my defensible space maintenance.

There is something – dare I say – soothing about this necessary annual ritual, the raking and decluttering of dead or decaying needles, pine cones and old brush, that brings a sense of calm and order to the yard, while the sweat, the pulling and pushing of garden tools, the hoisting of garbage bags, gently primes the body for summer adventures. I’ve learned to love the quiet work as a sacred time of cleansing, both the yard and the soul.

On the subject of defensible space, the inspection cycle will begin as soon as conditions permit this spring. Turn to page 24 for properties included in this year’s cycle, rebate opportunities and more.

Plan Ahead for Your Next Adventures While enjoying a beautiful spring season, now is the time to start planning your summer and next winter activities for the whole family.

• 2026/27 ski season passes are on sale now for the lowest price of the year.

Purchase now and lock in the best deal on unlimited and unrestricted skiing at Tahoe Donner ski areas.

Pass pricing goes up 16

May 15; learn more and purchase now at tahoedonner.com/skiseasonpasses.

• Registration is open for all summer camps and day programs. Learn more about fun and exciting offerings for kids at tahoedonner.com/summercamps.

• Registration for the PGA Junior League Home, Travel Development and Travel teams opens on April 1. Discover what makes Tahoe Donner’s summer team sport an enriching experience for young golfers at tahoedonner.com/ junior-golf-programs.

• Celebrate the season at the Winter End of Season Party + GM Happy Hour on Saturday, April 4, from 2-4PM at Alder Creek Adventure Center. Raise a glass to another memorable Tahoe winter on the trails, with live music, great company, huge discounts on retail goods, happy hour specials available all day, and the après menu served until 5PM. • Registration opens for junior tennis and pickleball camps on April 7.

Discover hourly and weekly options for kids ages 5-17. Learn more at tahoedonner.com/tennis.

• Don’t Miss Trails Day on Saturday, April 25, from 10AM-2PM. Join the TD Trails and Open Space Committee at the Trout Creek Trailhead as we celebrate Trails Day! Sponsored by Rails to Trails Conservancy, take a walk on the paved path and learn about Tahoe Donner’s trail system. See details at tahoedonner.com/events.

• Summer amenity opening dates are just around the corner! See page 17 for scheduled openings (conditions

permitting) or visit the website for the most up-to-date information.

The Member Services office will also be updating its spring hours from Monday to Saturday, 8AM-5PM and closed on Sundays from April 12 to May 17. Afterhours inquiries can be sent via email to info@tahoedonner.com.

Edible Indulgences!

Burger + Beer Month It’s Burger + Beer month all of April at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub, featuring Chef Jack’s juicy Angus smashburger and a refreshing draft beer for $20 (not valid on Easter Sunday, April 5).

Easter Brunch Celebration Gather with family and friends for The Lodge Restaurant & Pub’s annual Easter brunch celebration on Sunday, April 5, from 10AM-2PM. Enjoy the all-you-can-eat buffet, featuring Dungeness crab with seafood station, a carving station, made-to-order eggs Benedict and the ever-popular dessert station. Adults can also enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne or a fresh mimosa, while kids explore arts and crafts, an egg hunt and a very special surprise visit from the Easter Bunny! Reservations are required for brunch only. Visit tahoedonner.com/the-lodge for all the eggs-citing details.

BOGO Deals With longer days, plenty of sunshine for outdoor dining and “buy-oneget-one” deals at your favorite TD restaurants, dining in TD has never been so delicious!

Pizza on the Hill: From April 17 through May 19, members with active Member ID Cards can enjoy an exclusive BOGO deal of 50% off a second pizza (limit one per family)! Plus, sip and savor happy hour pricing from 4-6PM, featuring $7 draft beer and house wine and 25% off appetizers.

Visit tahoedonner.com/pizza for hours, menu and more.

The Lodge Restaurant & Pub: From April 22 to May 21, TD members with an active Member ID Card can take advantage of a remarkable BOGO deal of 50% off a second entrée (of equal or lesser value).

See Tahoe Donner amenities information, including hours and websites on page 17. View complete amenity event details online.

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TAHOE DONNER CONTACTS + HOURS

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Quilt Club Meeting at Northwoods Clubhouse

Member BOGO Deals Begin at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub

See page 19

tahoedonner.com/the-lodge/specials

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Winter End-of-Season Party + GM Happy Hour at Alder Creek Adventure Center tahoedonner.com/ winter-end-of-season-party

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Easter Brunch Celebration at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub tahoedonner.com/the-lodge/specials

Easter Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub tahoedonner.com/ easter-eggstravaganza

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Member Verification Virtual Webinar tahoedonner.com/events

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Prospective Board of Director Candidate Q+A Virtual Meeting tahoedonner.com/events

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Wildfire Defensible Space Compliance Virtual Webinar tahoedonner.com/events

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Quilt Club Meeting at Northwoods Clubhouse See page 19

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Member BOGO Deals Begin at Pizza on the Hill tahoedonner.com/pizza-specials

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Regular Board Meeting at Northwoods Clubhouse tahoedonner.com/board-meetings

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Adult, Child + Infant CPR/AED/First Aid Class at Northwoods Clubhouse tahoedonner.com/events

Celebrate Trails Day at the Trout Creek Trailhead and Nature Loop Trail tahoedonner.com/events

Tuesdays 7, 14, 21, 28 American Mah Jongg Club at Pizza on the Hill See page 18

Wednesdays 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 No Corkage Wednesdays at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub tahoedonner.com/the-lodge/specials

Fridays 3, 10, 17, 24 Free Family Movie Night at Northwoods Clubhouse tahoedonner.com/ family-movie-night

Food + Beverage Special Burger + Beer $20 Wednesday-Sunday in April

Beach Club Marina

Trails

Bikeworks

Trout Creek Rec Center

(530) 587-9460 tahoedonner.com/marina marina@tahoedonner.com Scheduled to open May 22

(530) 582-9672 tahoedonner.com/trails trails@tahoedonner.com Please avoid wet or muddy trails

(530) 582-9694 tahoedonner.com/bikeworks bikeworks@tahoedonner.com Scheduled to open May 22

Cross Country Ski Center (530) 587-9484 tahoedonner.com/xc xc@tahoedonner.com Closed for season

Campground

(530) 587-9462 tahoedonner.com/campground campground@tahoedonner.com Scheduled to open May 15

Downhill Ski Resort

(530) 587-9444 tahoedonner.com/downhill skireservations@tahoedonner.com Closed for season

Equestrian Center

(530) 587-9470 tahoedonner.com/equestrian equestrian@tahoedonner.com Scheduled to open June 15

Golf Course

(530) 587-9443 tahoedonner.com/golf golf@tahoedonner.com Pro Shop + Golf Simulator Wednesday-Sunday Through April 19 | 10AM-4PM Reservations required Course + Driving Range Driving Range scheduled to open May 16 Golf Course scheduled to open May 22

Recreation Hut

(530) 587-9413 tahoedonner.com/recreation-hut recreation@tahoedonner.com Scheduled to open June 19

Snowplay

(530) 587-9462 tahoedonner.com/snowplay snowplay@tahoedonner.com Closed for the season

Tennis + Pickleball Center (530) 587-9474 tahoedonner.com/tennis tennis@tahoedonner.com Scheduled to open May 8

All amenities are weather and conditions permitting. Check the website or call for most upto-date information.

(530) 587-9437 tahoedonner.com/aquatics tahoedonner.com/fitness troutcreek@tahoedonner.com Gym Open Daily | 6AM-10PM Lap Pool Open Daily | 6AM-9:30PM Recreation Pool + Kiddie Pool Scheduled to open May 16 Hot Tubs, Sauna + Steam Room Open Daily | 6AM-9:45PM

Dining Alder Creek Cafe

(530) 582-9686 tahoedonner.com/aldercreekcafe Cafe Open Daily Through April 5 | 11AM-3PM Open Wednesday-Sunday Starting April 8 | 11AM-3PM Trailside Bar Open Daily Through April 5 | 11AM-5PM Open Wednesday-Sunday Starting April 8 | 11AM-5PM Happy Hour Wednesday-Sunday | 3-5PM

The Lodge Restaurant & Pub

(530) 587-9455 tahoedonner.com/the-lodge lodge@tahoedonner.com Open Wednesday-Sunday | 5-8:30PM Happy Hour Wednesday-Sunday | 5-6PM Open for brunch only on April 5; no dinner service

Pizza on the Hill

(530) 587-9669 tahoedonner.com/pizza pizza@tahoedonner.com Open Friday-Tuesday | 4-8PM Happy Hour Friday-Tuesday | 4-6PM Ask about our First Responders Discount!

Member Services

(530) 587-9400 tahoedonner.com/welcome info@tahoedonner.com Open Daily Through April 17 | 8AM-5PM Open Monday-Saturday April 20-May 17 | 8AM-5PM Open Daily Starting May 18 | 8AM-5PM

at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub tahoedonner.com/ the-lodge/specials

All events are weather permitting. See full event list at tahoedonner.com/events.

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The Buzz:

Clubs 4-Wheelers Club

Something doesn’t feel right… Ignoring that odd feeling, sound or smell can lead to disaster. The picture shows a serious accident waiting to happen. The rear axle bearings and cage were destroyed.

Fortunately, the owner realized something was not right and had it checked and repaired in time. This was most likely caused by insufficient gear oil in a differential, leading to excessive friction, overheating and eventual mechanical failure. Metal shavings produced by grinding gears circulate and cause rapid, widespread damage to bearings and internal components.

Symptoms of Low Gear Oil • Noises: A high-pitched whining or howling that often increases in volume with vehicle speed and may turn into a deep growling or grinding sound.

• Vibrations: “Chatter" or shuddering, particularly during acceleration or while turning.

• Burning Smell: Overheating gears cause the remaining oil to burn.

• Handling Issues: Difficulty turning can occur as the internal gears struggle to rotate at different speeds.

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If you’re interested in learning more or joining the TD 4-Wheelers Club, visit TD4Wheelers.org.

American Mah Jongg Club Hi Mah Jongg lovers! Here is an interesting observation about the game.

The following is an excerpt from a post by a player in Mah Jongg, That’s It. “People say ‘it’s just a game’ about Mah Jongg – but that misses the point. Mah Jongg isn't just tiles. It's strategy, risk, psychology, memory and reputation. Game theory shows that games model real life. Whenever people interact with incentives, risk, cooperation and competition, strategic dynamics appear. Some people optimize for money, some for skill, some for harmony.

Sometimes conflict happens during games when people are playing for different goals at the same table.”

I'm proud to report that playing with our wonderful club members has been and continues to be a very joyful experience!

We all aim to be kind to one another, no matter what our goals for playing might be. We have fun!

Come join us on Tuesdays from 12-3PM at Pizza on the Hill. We play using the American Mah Jongg League rules. Since winters are slow, check with Dori Schick at doridans@hotmail.com on Monday to see if there will be a game on Tuesday. If you are already a club member, contact the group at tdmahjongg@googlegroups.com.

use a small portion of each member’s dues to create a hole-in-one pot.

Before June 22, the pre-season green fees for TD members will be $55, including a cart. After that, the fees will be $60. NonTD residents’ green fees, including a cart, will be $70 pre-season and $85 during the regular season. No walking rate available.

Any of the play packages will be accepted for our morning play. We only have 16 spots (4 foursomes), so advance sign-ups are highly recommended.

We are a casual club, no handicap needed. All are welcome, whether you are returning, new, or just wanting to play a relaxed nine. Lastly, we encourage you to attend the pre-season golf social with the other golf clubs on May 24. Details regarding the event will be out soon!

For more information, contact Raymond Cadei at raytoni110@gmail.com or Michael Eyton-Lloyd at hmsmike1@aol.com.

Men’s Golf Club The arrival of spring has our golf maintenance crew hard at work ensuring we have the best possible course conditions for opening day, anticipated in late May (weather permitting). Pictured below is the team working in early March using a snowcat to clear snow from the ninth green.

Men’s 9-Holers Golf Club Welcome to springtime! We are looking forward to great course conditions again this year. To join the club, please complete an application form and submit the $25 dues. The form and payment instructions can be requested through the club email at mtd9gc@gmail.com.

We will play at 8:30AM on Thursday mornings and plan to include some scrambles with small prizes. We may also

With golf just around the corner, the Tahoe Donner Men’s Golf Club has set its 2026 schedule of over 30 events featuring a variety of individual and team events, both competitive and fun, throughout the fivemonth season. There is no better time than now to join the club! To join and to view our 2026 Calendar of Events, please visit the club’s website at tdgolfclub.com.

CLUB CONTACTS For more information about the Men’s Golf Club and for any inquiries around membership, visit tdgolfclub.com or contact Membership Chair Dave Janiszewski at janiszewski.tdgolf@gmail.com.

Quilt Club April showers bring May flowers? Well, with the winter we had, I had to throw snow over my daffodils in early March! I’d like to have a few words with that groundhog…

During the winter months, some of us were very busy. I, for one, was able to complete a small log cabin wall hanging (a late Christmas present for our friends), complete a large lap quilt, trim another one and actually make space in my sewing room!

Our friend Emily Desfor made two large quilts and brought them to show us.

Here she is peeking from behind one of them. Her work is always beautiful and an inspiration to us all.

free pizza and the Tahoe Donner Golf Clubs’ social over Memorial Day Weekend on May 24.

Highlights of our golfing season will start on June 25 with the President / Vice President Challenge and Luncheon, followed by our second annual Invitational Tournament and Luncheon on July 23.

In August, we will have our two-week Summer Fun Tournament on Aug. 20 and 27, followed by our annual members meeting and banquet on the evening of Aug. 27.

In addition to these highlights, we will have our regular Thursday morning golf, Monday night twilight rounds and clinics, and Tuesday afternoon play.

These dates are now available in Google Calendar format on the website. New this year, you can subscribe to the calendar so you always have the most up-to-date information. As we build out the season, the calendar will also include a link to sign up for each event.

Join now at td9holers.com.

Women’s Golf Club

We are prepped to make more small pillows for the infusion center at the local hospital as soon as they need them, and will soon deliver some baby quilts to the county program Healthy Baby. So, we keep on sewing!

If you would like to know what we do, contact me at odette.turmel@gmail.com.

We meet on the first and third Wednesdays of the month, in the Meadow room at the Northwoods Clubhouse from 1-3PM. Please stop by and visit if you have time.

We welcome sewers of all levels, and are happy to answer questions (or at least try) if you need help with a project.

Registration is now open for the Tahoe Donner Women’s Golf Club! Visit our website at tdwomengolf.org for club information, our newsletter and to view our calendar of events for the 2026 season.

Members can look forward to social and golf events, club luncheons, invitationals and more!

The Women’s Golf Club welcomes experienced 18-holers, as well as developing golfers with an index of 54 or lower. Some members are highly competitive, both within our club and at regional tournaments.

Others are there for the pleasure of walking the course, sharing conversation, and enjoying the outdoors. No matter the goal, everyone tees off together!

Tim West club@td4wheelers.org

American Mah Jongg Dori Schick doridans@hotmail.com

Equestrian

Susan Terrell terrellsf@earthlink.net

Gardening

Kate Fanter tdgardeningclub@gmail.com

Hiking

Robin Reese rbtahoe@sbcglobal.net

Junior Golf

Molly Springmann mspringmann@tahoedonner.com

Limited Abilities Persons’ Golf

Mike Srago msrago@comcast.net

Men’s 9-Hole Golf

Raymond Cadei raytoni110@gmail.com

Men’s Golf

Michael O'Connell tdmensgolf@gmail.com

Mountain Bike

Dustin Young dustinyoung75@gmail.com

Quilt

Odette Turmel odette.turmel@gmail.com

Rowing

Val Brinker vbrinker@dicksonrealty.com

Running

Scott Bauhs info@tdrunclub.com

Senior Alpine Ski Joe Rosenfeld info@tdski.com

Women’s 9-Holers Golf Wendy Lockhart td9hole@gmail.com

Women’s Golf

Mary Liz Wardlaw tdwgclub@gmail.com

Form a Club!

Women’s 9-Holers Golf Club We are in the process of signing up members for this season as we build our calendar of events. Our pre-season events will include an orientation on May 11 with

4-Wheelers

Come join us for the Tahoe Donner Golf Clubs’ annual welcome social on May 24 to meet other members and learn more about the 2026 season.

Whiskey? Dance? Cribbage?

We want to support you in developing and promoting your club. Learn more and get an application at tahoedonner.com/clubs.

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FEATURE

Friends on the Fairway Inside a Women’s Golf Club Where Community, Confidence and Camaraderie Thrive

BY CORAL CAVANAGH

On a beautiful mountain morning, as the dew lifts from the fairways, a group of women forms near the first tee. There is laughter, coffee, and the familiar ritual of warming up on the putting green or chipping area. For longtime members, there is the comfort of routine – and the anticipation of seeing friends. New members get their questions answered, golfers chat with the pro, and all gather for the announcements about the game of the day, upcoming events and recent victories and accomplishments. This is how most Tuesdays begin for the Tahoe Donner Women’s Golf Club (TDWGC), with conviviality and connection.

A Tradition Built by Women The club’s story began decades ago, when a group of women decided they wanted something more from their time on the course. It was the early 80s, and Tahoe Donner Golf Course was only a few years old. The group organized as a TD club, with regular playdays and competitions. Over the years, TDWGC’s membership grew, traditions took root, and new generations of women joined, each adding their own chapter to the story.

Longtime members recall with affection how the club has evolved over the years. “When we were a new club, we tried to jump-start by hosting many events, which took a lot of work,” one golfer notes. “There wasn’t really a swanky Pro Shop or luxury locker room or anything, but we had each other, and we loved golf.” Today, that same spirit remains, even as the club has expanded its reach and offerings.

More Than a Round of Golf

Nikki Ritcher

Weekly rounds form the backbone of the club’s calendar, spiced up with special games and opportunities to win prizes. Events include an annual President’s Cup match-play tournament, guest days, luncheons and more. In addition, the club’s affiliation with the Northern California Golf Association allows members to play in regional tournaments. The fun starts every summer with an annual Season Welcome party, which is hosted jointly by the Tahoe Donner golf clubs.

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Getting together at the Pavilion for food and drink after golf is the norm. Of course, as a fourseason community, members also connect with club friends for social events and recreation when the golf course is not open. Some members keep their form sharp in warmer climates, while others dive into winter sports here in Tahoe Donner.

Many members describe friendships that extend year-round into everyday life – traveling together, celebrating milestones and being there for one another through life’s ups and downs.

Encouragement and Empowerment Ask members what keeps them coming back week after week, and while they mention the joy of golf and a desire to improve, they also gush about our beautiful course, the variety of special games and events, and most often, the fun of getting together with good friends. Yes, the club provides sporting opportunities, but it also offers something less tangible – a community that shares a love for the game and the outdoors, and encouragement to stick with a challenging sport.

For many women, joining the club marks a turning point. Some arrive after years away from the game, rediscovering a passion they once set aside. Others have recently made the “jump” from nine to 18 holes, learning not just how to improve, but how to claim space on the course with confidence. Still, others have found in the club a way to work in some healthy “me time.”

One of the club’s newer members, a member of both Tahoe Donner’s Women’s 9-holers Club and TDWGC, says this about joining, “I like the idea of mixing in fun games on some of the weekly play days. Playing 18 holes strengthens my mental and physical game. Previously, playing nine holes was not enough, yet 18 always seemed too much. So, I’m working on my focus and techniques to complete 18 holes with a smile.”

Golf, members say, has a way of reflecting life.

There are good days and frustrating ones, moments of patience and moments of grit. Within the club, women learn to trust themselves to take the shot, to recover from a mistake, to celebrate progress rather than perfection.

Special Events Calendar May 24

Looking Ahead As the club looks to the future, it remains rooted in the values that have shaped its past: inclusion, friendship, volunteerism and a love of the game.

New members bring fresh energy, ideas and enthusiasm, while traditions continue to anchor the group.

Volunteerism is not only part of the club's lifeblood but also the key to continued success.

Participation and support from club members allow TDWGC to keep the fun coming year after year, and help build community among us.

Leadership rotates, voices share, and the club adapts, but the heart stays the same. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply seeking a welcoming community, there is room for you here.

TD Golf Clubs Season Welcome

June 16 Start of the President Cup

June 30 General Meeting and Luncheon

July 20 Guest Day Pre-Party

July 21 Guest Day

August 18-19

An Open Invitation The roster has grown by a few golfers as the club board plans for this year, and membership is still open. TDWGC welcomes experienced 18hole golfers, as well as developing golfers with an index of 54 or lower. Some members are highly competitive, both within our club and at regional tournaments. Others are there for the pleasure of walking the course, sharing conversation and enjoying the outdoors. No matter the goal, everyone tees off together.

For women curious about joining, the message from members is unanimous: come try it! Attend a play day. Join for a round and see what unfolds.

“Come for the golf,” one member says with a smile, “stay for the cool people.” For more information, visit tdwomengolf.org or email tdwgclub@gmail.com.

Club Championship

September 8 General Meeting and Luncheon

August 28 + September 1 Exchange with Incline Village

September 17 TD 18-Holer/9-Holer Play Day

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TAHOE DONNER GIVING FUND

THANK YOU, 2025 DONORS

In 2025, through the generosity of Tahoe Donner members, the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund proudly awarded $352,000 in scholarships and grants through the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation, which administers the TDGF. $52,000 – Traditional Scholarships $60,000 – Nonprofit Organization Grants $240,000 – IMPACT Scholarships $352,000 Total 2025 Giving In addition to the many donors listed below, a special recognition and thank you to two tremendously generous donors: Since its inception in 2014, founding partner Jaimie Waltman Legare of Elements Mountain Company has supported the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund by donating $1 per snow removal contract each year to cover administrative expenses so that 100% of members’ donations go directly to scholarships and grants. That’s approximately $4,000 annually.

Every year since 2019, an generous anonymous Tahoe Donner member has fully funded the IMPACT Scholarships, contributing $1.5 million cumulatively to support students in our community.

With much gratitude, we sincerely thank all donors for their continued generosity and commitment to strengthening our community.

The Tahoe Donner Giving Fund Committee: Marcia Argyris, Melissa Welsh Barker, Lisa Boyd, Diane Campbell, Jill Ernst, Mary Fahey, Fred Hertlein, Toni Moore, Natalie Shea, Karen Stine

Thank You to Our Generous Donors Al and Susan Adams

Linda Bunker

Randy and Kathy Erickson

Rosemary Hallett

Betsy and Jay Adams

David Burke

Jill and Brian Ernst

Daniel Harfe

Chris Adams

William Burns

Walter and Mary Fahey

Jon and Connie Hartung

Jack and Debbie Angel

Raymond Cadei

Dan and Linda Fairfax

Peggy Headley

Andrew Argyris

Diane Campbell

Merle and Michael Fajans

Lindsay Hogan

Marcia and George Argyris

Manette Chadwick

Susan Fernyak

Ana Paula Holm

Vivian Auslander

Ron and Mary Chapman

Brian Ferrall and Laurie Poston

Harold Honath

Andrew Azadan

Patricia Chin

Christine and Ken Ferrone

Herb Hwang

George and Sandra Baldocchi

Jeffrey Citron

Lexi Filer

Stacy and Keith Jackson

Craig and Sylvia Banta

Jim and Marie Colbert

Mariya Filippova

Bill and Margaret Jensen

Simona Bartl

Lynn Cordner

Donald Freed

Benjamin and Karen Johns

Cindy Basso

Kathy Cote Guarnieri

David Friese

Meredith Jones-McKeown

Bruce Bauer

Leanne Cummins

Bryan Furlong

Dan Kates

Bettina Bazzini-Lapin

Barbara and Ed Czerwinski

Mark Gerberman

Elina and Igor Khurgin

John and Sarah Biebl

Gary and Shirley Day

Laurie Getz

William King

Helen Blau

Monika De Martini

Larry Geweke

Joshua and Luz Kirsch

Glenn Borchardt

Charles Deloney

Martha Gilbertson

Mark T. Kubo

Steve Brandwein

Veronica Derrick

Christine Gordon

Patricia Kurtz

Barbara Brickell

Monica and Dan Devoy

Bruce Green

Donald and Susan Lane

Priscilla Broberg

Jeannette Duff

Mike Gridley

Terry Larkin

Dean Browne

Jodi Eggli

Timea Griset

Spencer and Alecia Larson

Fritz Brunner

Rick Elfman

Eli Groppo

Jeff Lasker and Brian Howell

Carl Buck

Robert English and Anna Maria Zara

Ralph Guggenheim

Carol and Bill Leimbach

Therese Gutierrez

Laura Lindgren

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IN HONOR OF

Charles Lu

Michael Paparian

Karen and Peter Stine

David and Julie Lydick

Kristen Parker

Marie Stosz

Bruce and Mony Bauer

Carole Kay and Jack Lynn

David Parsons

Suzanne and Shaun Sullivan

Thomas Mader

Tim and Cathy Pellegrini

Tahoe Donner Men's Golf Club

Roger Bernstein and Tryntje Young

Steve and Carole Mahoney

Jon and Janet Peterson

Gary and Sandy Tamkin

Yvonne Biliardi

Tom and Ann Malko

Matthew Piersol

Earl and Tammy Tanner

Linda and Rick Martellaro

John and Mary Podesta

Stanley Taylor

Sameh Boujelbene and Mahdi Ben Hamida

Jennifer Martin

Graham and Lynette Powell

Nancy and Mark Thomas

Trina Martynowicz

Zachary Price

John Thompson

Christine Massetani

Joseph and Nancy Radovsky

Julie Thornton

James and Jayne Matthews

Barbara and Bill Ramsey

Whitney Thwaite

Aaron Matto

Karin Rankin

Janiele Tovani

Frances McGeever

Katina Rapton

Kirsty Traill

Sean and Carman McHugh

Sheila Raumer

Michael Turner

Catherine and Stephen McLin

Cathy Ravano

Gina Vadnais

Doug and Mary McWilliams

Lara Rector

Ronald Van De Pol

Nan and Jerry Meek

Dana and Steve Rieger

Joe and Katie Veni

Edward Melia

Robert Riopel

Julie Vietor

Joseph and Cortney Niedringhaus

Rosa Mere

Richard and Judy Robinson

Bob and Diane Wagner

Al and Josi Noyes

Hilary and Jerry Milana

Dennis Roseman

Dr. Melissa Welch

Stanley and Georgene Pasarell

Kellie Mattson

Annie and Joe Rosenfeld

Jay and Jeanette Wertheim

Patrick Molnar

Mark and Pamela Ross

Claire Whaley

Hilary Papendick and Toby Roessingh

Toni Moore

Eric and Lisha Ruud

Frances White

Elise Morgan and Joachim Seitz

Thomas and Carol Ryan

Rod and Linda Whitten

John Sadler

Keith and Suzanne Williams

Donald and Carol Morris

Jill and Tom Sampson

Alisyn Wilson

Trudy Muller

Peter Sawyer

Carol Wilson

Cameron Murray

Karol Scheiner

Mary Wolfe

Jesse Myres

Lauren Schmidt

Sandra Wong

Kelson Neidig

Janet Scholes

Victoria Woo and Philip Brewer

Stephanie Neill

Nancy Segreto

Susan Woodward

Betsy and Mike Noonen

Gerald Serventi

Julie and Craig Wyreman

John and Donna Novitsky

Natalie Shea

James Young

Sylvia Nunez

Anne Shelchuk

Terry and Doug Young

Matt OBrien

Sherry Shirkey

Dennis and Linda Zaiko

Daniel Odishoo

Lisa Smith

Sandra and Tom Olinger

Julian and Deborah Snow

Oliver Charitable Fund

Linda Sonner

David Osleger

Ward and Heidi Sproat

Jeff Paduan

Claire Sternlicht

Melissa Palmer and Michael Marshall

Susan and Larry Stieber

ANONYMOUS If you donated in 2025 and your name is not listed here, “Anonymous” may have been checked when making your donation. We sincerely thank all anonymous donors.

Diane Campbell Jack Chapman David DeMartini Inderbir Kaur and Hitendra Patel Rose Kent Henry and Agnes Kowal William Murrell Mike Nethersole and Linda Russell

Benjamin and Judy Roberts Janene and Lowell Shields Cary Stevens Deborah Sullivan Bob and Nancy Talbott Paul Thomas Wayne Thalken Talley and Paul Webb Michael Yang and Mai Yee Mok Roger Yang and Sharon Phamduong Gary and Susan York IN MEMORY OF Christopher Argyris Robert and Jeanne Campbell Meyer Citron and Bernice Cole Betty Maffei Charles Rankin

The Tahoe Donner Giving Fund Committee is chartered by the Tahoe Donner Board of Directors to carry out the mission of the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund: to inspire generosity and charitable giving among Tahoe Donner members to support deserving programs and youth in the greater Truckee Community.

The Tahoe Donner Giving Fund is administered as an affiliate fund of the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, EIN 68-0416404. All contributions are voluntary, irrevocable, and are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Tahoe Donner Giving Fund grants and scholarships are made through the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation's annual review process.

The Tahoe Donner Giving Fund Committee thanks our founding partner, Elements Mountain Company, who has supported the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund since its inception in 2014, and the anonymous Tahoe Donner member who has generously funded the IMPACT Scholarships each year since 2019.

FOUNDING PARTNER

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What to Expect for the

2026 Defensible Space Inspection Cycle Fire Resiliency in Tahoe Donner begins with critical property and home maintenance Defensible space is your property’s frontline of defense against wildfire. Creating and maintaining defensible space around your home can dramatically increase your home’s chance of surviving a wildfire and improve the safety of firefighters defending your property. CAL FIRE statistics show that properties in compliance with defensible space requirements are five times more likely to survive a wildfire.

DEFENSIBLE SPACE IS CRITICAL TO YOUR HOME PROTECTION AND THE ENVIRONMENT Tahoe Donner is proud to be a certified Firewise community, recognized by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) for its commitment to fire safety. This designation can be especially beneficial when seeking insurance. A copy of the Firewise certificate is available online at tahoedonner.com/defensible-space.

The Tahoe Donner Forestry Department is intent on helping homeowners bring their properties into compliance with state, local and association fire safety standards as well as in accordance with Tahoe Donner’s Land Management objectives. Clearing excess forest and household debris from properties can mimic fuel reduction zones – areas of strategic thinning of vegetation that help prevent the spread of wildfires – and contribute to ongoing forest restoration efforts that preserve important natural resources and biodiversity in the landscape. Additional information on Tahoe Donner’s defensible space requirements and practices can be found at tahoedonner.com/defensible-space.

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2026 INSPECTION CYCLE Staff will begin inspections as soon as conditions allow in the summer of 2026 to provide the earliest and most accurate information for homeowners who need to complete defensible space maintenance in 2026. Homeowners are encouraged to get a head start by reviewing Tahoe Donner’s requirements at tahoedonner.com/property-requirements.

2026 Defensible Space Inspection Zones All of Unit 1: Lots 1-499, Unit 4: Lots 234-643, and Unit 5: Lots 416555. This includes all or portions of the following streets: Skislope Way, Rhineland Avenue, Northwoods Boulevard, Norse Avenue, Chappelle Place, Davos Drive, Christie Lane, Ramshorn Street, Heidi Way, Swiss Lane, Innsbruck Avenue, Weisshorn Avenue, Bolzano Drive, Zermatt Drive, Baden Road, Bern Way and Bernese Lane

WHAT TO EXPECT WITH INSPECTION NOTICES Throughout the year, homeowners receive inspection notices from the Tahoe Donner Forestry Department notifying them of property maintenance requirements, important deadlines and resources to ensure that proper and effective defensible space can be achieved. The 2026 defensible space notice timeline is as follows: MARCH 2026 Email reminder for 2026 program APRIL 2026 Tahoe Donner News + Life inspection notice and reminder MAY-JULY 2026 Forestry staff will visit to inspect properties MAY-JULY 2026 Official Notice of Non-Compliance letter with 45 days to correct (and online inspection report with maintenance requirements and photos) MAY-AUGUST 2026 Forestry staff are available to meet with property owners or their contractor to discuss the findings detailed in the inspection reports JULY-AUGUST 2026 Due dates fall within July or August Creating defensible space typically entails the regular removal of dead, decaying and flammable vegetation such as pine needles, excess brush and overly dense trees and limbs that are too close to the ground or structures.

INSPECTION AUTHORITY Authority for these inspections comes from the state of California Public Resources Code 4291, Truckee Fire Protection District Ordinance 02-2012 and Tahoe Donner Association C&Rs Article VIII, Section1 (a) iii and iv.

Per the Defensible Space Inspection program, if the Forestry Department finds any maintenance issues, property owners have 45 DAYS TO COMPLY WITH THE NOTICE OF NON-COMPLIANCE.

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How You Will be Notified As required by the Tahoe Donner C&Rs, the information provided here serves as a written notice that inspections will take place in the summer of 2026, usually between May through end of July. Inspections will occur between 8AM-5PM. Members whose homes are within the inspection zone will also receive an email stating that their property will be inspected as part of the 2026 program cycle. Inspectors will walk through the property to complete the inspections.

As inspections occur across approximately 1,000 properties, homeowners will receive a letter stating compliance status.

Property owners not in compliance will receive a Notice of NonCompliance along with an email describing how to access their online inspection results. Homeowners will be given 45 days to correct any issues or to provide a copy of an agreement with a contractor covering the scope of the work required. Homeowners may request on-site visits with forestry staff who are available to meet with owners or their contractors, however, this should be done after the inspection report is provided to offer the best information possible.

HOME HARDENING REBATE PROGRAM In addition to defensible space, your online inspection report will identify optional home hardening best practices. Home Hardening is crucial in improving the resilience of your home against the threat of wildfires. Home hardening measures have been found to be effective in reducing ember ignitions on and around structures.

Truckee Fire Protection District offers rebates for home hardening upgrades. Rebates cover up to 50% of project costs (maximum $2,000) and are issued after project completion and approval.

Applicants must resolve all “Zone Zero” defensible space issues before applying.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE: 1. Determine Your Eligibility Schedule a full-access defensible space inspection online at truckeefire.org/hardenyourhome or call (530) 582-7888. If you have already had an inspection, you may access your report online at defensiblespacereport.org/tahoedonner or request a printed copy.

2. Complete the Upgrades Review the Home Hardening Recommendations in your report.

Complete upgrades and resolve all Zone Zero defensible space issues within five feet of your home.

To further empower residents, a Defensible Space webinar is scheduled for 6-7PM on Thursday, April 9. This session aims to provide homeowners with the resources and knowledge necessary to safeguard their homes against wildfires, emphasizing the importance of proactive measures in wildfire preparedness.

3. Request the Rebate Collect your receipts and photos. Submit your application through your defensible space inspection report at defensiblespacereport.org/tahoedonner. Click the “Rebates” tab and create a login to apply.

Visit tahoedonner.com/wildfire-defensible-space-compliance to learn more and register.

To review all information on eligibility, upgrades and to apply, visit truckeefire.org/hardenyourhome.

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Covenants Reminders No Drones Flying drones on Tahoe Donner-owned property, including the trails and open space, is prohibited unless authorized by Tahoe Donner.

Respect Quiet Hours Loud music, barking dogs and late-night partying are prohibited from 10PM-7AM.

Lights Out Tahoe Donner is a Dark Skies community.

Enjoy the mountain stars and minimize light pollution by turning off outdoor lighting after 10PM.

Park on Pavement Parking vehicles off-pavement, on another person’s property or on access easements is prohibited.

Leash Up Pets must be on leash at association facilities and must be within voice control on Truckee streets. Don’t forget to pick up after Fido, too.

No Smoking Smoking is prohibited on Tahoe Donnerowned property, including facilities, parking lots and open space.

No Inoperable Vehicles

Trash

No dilapidated, unlicensed or inoperable vehicle, trailer, boat, airplane, recreational vehicle or commercial vehicle shall be stored on the properties, except within a fully enclosed structure.

Lock it up in your bear-proof container.

Dumping is never allowed anywhere in Tahoe Donner. Trash day is Tuesday, and the recycling/green waste cart pickup is on a weekly alternating schedule.

How to Make A Covenants Complaint 1 Email compliance@tahoedonner.com.

What Information to Provide

What Happens Next

When making a complaint, be prepared to provide:

Tahoe Donner will review your complaint and make every effort to contact the owner of the property being complained about, share details about the complaint and request voluntary compliance. We will:

• Your name, address and email.

2 Visit the member portal at tahoedonner.com/member-portal.

• Address of property being complained about.

3 Call (530) 414-8166. Phone is staffed five days a week 8AM-5PM, with afterhours answering service evenings and weekends.

• Nature of complaint with times occurring.

• Evidence: photos, video, etc.

• Details about how this behavior is affecting you.

• What actions have been taken (e.g. called police).

• Call the primary phone number on file and speak to the owner or leave a message.

• If no answer, call additional phone numbers on file to speak with or leave a message for owner or designated contact.

• Email the owner via any email on file.

• Send follow-up email to the complainant confirming attempts to contact owner.

Town of Truckee STR Helpline – (530) 450-2430 Report STR violations including noise, trash, parking and more Please utilize the Helpline if you wish to report a property that is in violation of the Town of Truckee’s short-term rental ordinance.

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Briefs FORESTRY

Forest Health Inspection Notice The forest in Tahoe Donner is currently experiencing widespread tree mortality caused by insects, disease and storm damage.

The Forestry Department will begin inspecting properties for forest health issues this spring when conditions allow. These inspections focus only on identifying dead, dying or storm-damaged trees and debris that pose safety or wildfire risks.

Please note: A forest health inspection is not a full defensible space inspection. It does not assess other vegetation or structural clearances around the home. Property owners are encouraged to request a full defensible space inspection to ensure broader compliance with wildfire safety standards.

School wouldn’t be half of what it has become without her dedicated leadership.”

While TDXC may be closed for the season, we want to wish her many more years of success as the Ski School Director.

SPECIAL EVENTS

10th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival – On Tour Comes to Tahoe Donner Saturday, May 2 | 5:30-8:30PM at Alder Creek Adventure Center Join Mountain Area Preservation (MAP) for the 10th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival – On Tour, coming to Truckee, CA, for two nights in May. Get wild with MAP and award-winning, inspiring films May 1-2 at two different locations, with two dynamic events for 2026!

This notice serves as official written communication, as required by the Tahoe Donner Association Covenants and Restrictions. Inspections will occur between 8AM and 5PM.

Mark your calendars for both nights – Friday, May 1, from 5:30 to 8:30PM at Alibi Aleworks located in Historic Downtown Truckee, and Saturday, May 2, from 5:30-8:30PM at Alder Creek Adventure Center in Tahoe Donner.

If forest health issues are found, property owners will receive a notice of required maintenance – forest health letter along with an inspection report. The letter provides 30 days to complete the necessary maintenance.

Both nights will feature live entertainment, a raffle with giveaways, food and libations from our amazing venue hosts and the community.

MAP will also launch a silent auction the week of the event to support MAP’s missiondriven environmental advocacy.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

TDXC’s Ski School Director Receives National PSIA Award Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center (TDXC) is excited to announce that Ski School Director Andrea Brideau Miller has been awarded the 2025/26 National PSIA Snowsports School Leadership Award.

The annual award from the National Professional Ski Instructors of America recognizes members who demonstrate positive leadership within their snowsports schools through consistent collaboration, communication and cooperation with peers and guests. Whether they have formal titles or not, these members serve as role models, mentors and champions in their locker rooms and on the snow. Speaking on Andrea’s impacts on TDXC, “Andrea leads the way as a champion of XC skiing. The passion she exudes and the high standards she sets are reflected in the excellence of the instruction provided by the TDXC teaching team. Our Ski 28

Tickets go on sale on Friday, April 3, at 9AM. With only 100 seats at each venue, we expect to sell out fast! Learn more about MAP’s signature, family-friendly event at mountainareapreservation.org/wsff.

skiing as an official discipline in 1986. Learn more about her incredible journey and career on Move United’s adaptive sports podcast at moveunitedsport.org/adaptive-sports-podcast.

ASSOCIATION UPDATE

2026 Boat + Trailer Storage Boat and trailer storage applications will be available April 1-15. Tahoe Donner offers boat, trailer and RV storage (29-foot max) for Tahoe Donner members with a valid Member ID Card. Storage is available from May 1 through Sept. 30 (conditions permitting), and is not for short-term or weekend accommodation.

Only members in good standing may apply for and rent storage space.

Cost: $415 For more information on application requirements and to apply, visit the website at tahoedonner.com/boat-and-trailer-storage.

BEACH CLUB MARINA

2026 Kayak + SUP Storage Lottery Reservation of kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) storage at the Beach Club Marina in the 2026 season will be held by lottery. Members with active Member ID Cards who would like to enter the lottery must: • Log in to their ShopTD Account on April 1, at 9AM to April 15, at 5PM. • Purchase your desired storage option (four sizes available).

• By purchasing a storage option, you will be automatically entered into the lottery.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

• Drawing will be held April 16, 2026.

Instructor Recognized for 50 Years of Service with Achieve Tahoe

• All entrants will be notified of their storage status. Purchasing storage does not guarantee a spot. Those not receiving a storage spot will be refunded the full purchase amount.

From Move United: Katherine Hayes Rodriguez has been a pioneering force in adaptive skiing for nearly five decades. Beginning in 1976 as a volunteer with a program for visually impaired skiers in the Tahoe Basin, she became instrumental in professionalizing adaptive ski instruction across the United States. Katherine was an early leader of Achieve Tahoe, Move United’s first chapter, and served as a lead author of the first adaptive technical manual.

She led clinics across the country, and her work was crucial to the Professional Ski Instructors Association’s adoption of adaptive

There are four options for storage: • 1 kayak spot: $245 • 2 kayak spots: $490 • 1 SUP spot: $245 • 2 SUP spots: $490 Purchases are limited to one spot and lottery entry per family. Any member with multiple entries will have their storage privileges revoked and be granted a full refund. Please email the Beach Club Marina manager at ichung@tahoedonner.com for questions.

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Board Meeting Recaps Regular Board of Directors Meeting February 27, 2026

Adoption of Proposed Community Standards Fine Changes The board received an update from staff on the 45-Day Notice for the proposed changes to the Architectural Standards and Covenants Fine Schedule. Following a discussion, the board adopted Resolution 2026-1, Adoption of Updated Fines Schedule presented as Exhibit B. Motion passed 5-0.

Unaudited 2025 December and 2026 January Financial Report and New Executive Dashboard Preview The board accepted the Unaudited 2025 December and 2026 January Financial Reports. The new Executive Dashboard discussion was deferred to a later date.

Q4 2025 Treasurer’s Report The board received the Q4 2025 Treasurer’s Report.

Management Update • The board received an update on Phase I of the Tennis + Pickleball Center Court Improvement Project.

• The board received an update regarding the upcoming program registrations, including spring season pass sales and summer programs.

• Staff provided the board with an overview of Land Management work accomplished in 2025 and a preview of upcoming 2026 programs and projects.

Amenity Access Rule Update Discussion Staff presented proposed updates to the Amenity Access Rule and related Operating Plan. The board discussed the proposed revisions and provided feedback.

Go to tahoedonner.com/board-meetings to see presentations and video recordings of past meetings. To provide feedback to help improve the overall association, please submit your comments and concerns at tahoedonner.com/feedback.

Upcoming Board Meetings Friday, April 24, 2026 – Regular Board Meeting

Homes on the Rise

Friday, May 22, 2026 – Regular Board Meeting

The Architectural Standards Committee reviewed and approved the following plans in Feb. 2026.

Friday, June 26, 2026 – Regular Board Meeting + Election Ballot Meeting

UNIT/LOT

ADDRESS

SQ. FT.

PROJECT

06/132

House/ Garage

Sunday, June 28, 2026 – Annual Meeting of Members

12379 3,626 Stockholm Way

03/463

15520 1,624 House/ Glacier Garage/ Way ADU

Board meeting dates subject to change.

Visit tahoedonner.com for dates.

Upcoming Committee Meetings Wednesday, April 1, 2026 – Trails + Open Space Monday, April 6, 2026 – Tahoe Donner Giving Fund

Covenants Violation Hearings The Covenants Committee levied the following fines in Feb. 2026.

STREET

VIOLATION

FINE

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 – Elections

Chalet Road

Garbage Violation

$100

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 – Architectural Standards

Zermatt Drive

Lights + Noise Violation

$200

Herringbone Way

Fire Safety Violation

$1,000

Thursday, April 9, 2026 – Long-Range Planning Tuesday, April 15, 2026 – Elections

Go to tahoedonner.com/covenants to view covenants rules and how to make a covenants complaint.

Thursday, April 16, 2026 – Finance Thursday, April 23, 2026 – Covenants Monday, May 4, 2026 – Tahoe Donner Giving Fund Tuesday, May 5, 2026 – Elections Wednesday, May 6, 2026 – Trails + Open Space To get meeting details, including Zoom meeting registration information and time, please send an email to executiveassistant@tahoedonner.com.

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Where in the World

is Tahoe Donner News + Life?

Santorini, Greece Dave and Karol Scheiner in Santorini, wrapping up their bucket list trip to the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia and the Greek Isles.

The Dynjandi Waterfall, Iceland Ken and Bobbie Lebovitz stopped at Dynjandi (also known as Fjallfoss), a multi-tiered waterfall and protected national monument in the Westfjords region of Iceland.

Yukon Island, Alaska The Huser/Smith family at Yukon Island in Alaska.

Cappadocia, Türkiye Wesley Leong and Deborah Lowe took this photo while getting ready for their early-morning balloon ride in Cappadocia.

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