Tahoe Donner News March 2025

Tahoe Donner NEWS + LIFE THE

KIDS ISSUE

Summer Camps Set Your Children Up for a Summer of Adventure

Truckee Tahoe is for the Kids

Get Ready for the Best Summer Ever

For the Love of the Game

Tahoe Donner Junior Golfers Level Up

The Buzz Local Activities, Dining + Updates

MARCH 2025

Contents

Welcome 2 Letter from the General Manager

The Buzz 16 Activities, Dining, Programs + Events 18 Clubs Updates 32 Where in the World is Tahoe Donner News + Life

The Report 08 2025 Board of Directors Election: Election Information + Key Dates 20 Tahoe Donner Giving Fund: Funding and Fulfilling Potential 26 2025 Annual Strategic Objectives 28 Briefs

04 Truckee Tahoe is for the Kids

30 Board Meeting Recaps

Katey Hamill (Main); Katey Hamill (Inset); Katey Hamill (Cover)

Getting Your Family Ready for the Best Summer Ever

10 2025 Kids

Summer Camps + Programs Set Your Children Up for a Summer Full of Adventure, Fun and Learning

22 For the Love of the Game

Tahoe Donner’s Junior Golf Programs Help Young Golfers Level Up

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General Manager’s Welcome

VOLUME 26 | NO. 03

March 2025 EDITORIAL + PRODUCTION TEAM Lindsay Hogan Carlynne Fajkos Jesus Antonio Vazquez

Drew Deurlington Cynthia Cendreda Will Apotheker

SENIOR MANAGEMENT Annie Rosenfeld | General Manager arosenfeld@tahoedonner.com

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

POSTMASTER: Periodical postage paid at Truckee, California and additional mailing offices.

Send address changes to Tahoe Donner News + Life, 11509 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161; (530) 587-9400, Fax (530) 579-3224 EMAIL: comdep@tahoedonner.com ADVERTISING SALES: CC Media + Publishing is the exclusive advertising representative: (775) 742-9850 | laura@ccmpublishing.com PUBLISHING INFORMATION Tahoe Donner Association holds the exclusive service mark right to “Tahoe Donner.” Any unauthorized use of such will be regarded as an infringement of that service mark right and is prohibited. The inclusion of advertising in this publication does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation

by Tahoe Donner Association or its board of directors of the products, services or views contained therein.

Tahoe Donner News + Life (ISSN 1550-6061) is the official monthly publication of Tahoe Donner Association, which is located at 11509 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161.

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.

Tahoe Donner News + Life is created largely in-house and is printed on certified recycled paper stock using soybased inks.

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HE HEART OF OUR WORK IS COMMUNITY.

Wildfire Resiliency and Preparedness Tahoe Donner is acutely aware of wildfire risk and its destructive impacts on individuals, communities, and landscapes.

Our thoughts are with those individuals and families impacted by the L.A. fires.

Many of our members call or once called those areas home. Over the last 10 years, Tahoe Donner has been a refuge for many members when their primary residence is threatened or destroyed by wildfires.

Recognizing that this is a complex issue with no singular answer, Tahoe Donner has led progressive efforts to reduce fire hazards and risks over the last 30+ years and is often cited as a leader in community fire hazard and risk reduction.

This year, we are focused on the additional actions the association and you can take. These actions incorporate past practices, current endeavors, and future planning to address the needs of individuals and the community.

We invite you to engage in the topic of wildfire resiliency and preparedness over the coming months as we launch a communication and education campaign, execute forest health and defensible space projects in open space and common areas, review and update forest health and defensible space rules, work with you on your properties and preparedness activities, and collaborate with our local partners on large-scale landscape projects.

Summer Programs Registration This Tahoe Donner News + Life edition includes information members need to register for summer programs. When I think about the planning and excitement for summer programming, I can’t help but think back on my memories as the Recreation Manager over twenty years ago, helping parents and grandparents

register their families and guests for programs. Then, we focused on offering the highest quality programs with a dedicated recreation operations team.

Back then, we didn’t have the online registration system we have now. Instead, members would gather outside the Trout Creek doors in the wee hours of the morning to get their spot in line and wait until registration opened. We took paper registration and faxes! The phones were ringing off the hook, parents and grandparents had hopeful looks, and calendars were in hand. Our knowledgeable team prepared many months in advance for the launch of summer program registration, and we were ready to assist with a smile.

Aside from technological enhancements over the years, our planning and preparation are similar. We are still focused on offering the highest quality programs with a dedicated recreation operations team.

And big news! This year, we are offering all-day Equestrian Camps to better serve the community. Learn more on page 14.

We know you have many choices for summer programs, and we hope that Tahoe Donner will continue to be your choice.

Lastly, there are still turns at the downhill ski area and plenty of prime groomed trails to skate or classic ski at the cross country ski area. Spring ski season pass sales for the 2025/26 winter season launch in mid-March. Take advantage of the offer to ski this year on next year’s pass.

I look forward to seeing you in the community, whether at Trout Creek Rec Center, The Lodge Restaurant & Pub, Pizza on the Hill or our winter amenities.

We are so fortunate to be a part of this amazing place.

Annie Rosenfeld General Manager gm@tahoedonner.com

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Miah Cottrell | Director of Information Technology mcottrell@tahoedonner.com

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FEATURE

Truckee Tahoe is for

the Kids

Set Your Family Up for the Best Summer Ever

BY CYNTHIA CENDREDA

It’s never too early to start dreaming of the warm weather to come. For a child, a high-alpine, lakeside summer is unlike any other experience. Whether it’s a pitstop for a double scoop of Mountain Top Mint Chip ice cream at Little Truckee Creamery or a plunge in the pool at the Northwoods Clubhouse, Tahoe summers are an idyllic time to make the most of being a kid. Every day offers a new adventure: trails to be explored, rock walls to be conquered, mountain bikes to be ridden and water to make an epic splash in.

The possibilities for creating a memorable summer – one your kids are sure to look back on with nostalgia for the rest of their lives – are endless. With so much to do, it can be hard to decide. This quick reference guide can help you plan and organize your time or let your kids pick on a whim.

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Trail Adventures Tahoe Donner Trail System The Tahoe Donner Trail system is a well-maintained network of multi-use and designated-use trails spanning over 60 miles in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. The trail system is a hallmark amenity of Tahoe Donner, providing recreational opportunities for hikers, bikers and equestrians. With trailheads throughout Tahoe Donner’s residential community and a main trailhead at the Alder Creek Adventure Center, it is one the most convenient and accessible trail networks in the Truckee Tahoe area, offering a wide variety of explorable terrain. Highlights of the trail include the majestic Hawk’s Peak and stunning Euer Valley, with the South Fork of Prosser Creek running through. Learn more about the trail system online at tahoedonner.com/trails.

Bikeworks + MTB Camps Mountain biking can be an expensive sport but well worth the investment. If you’ve ever been interested in trying it out or haven’t settled on the right bike, Bikeworks at the Alder Creek Adventure Center offers a variety of rental and retail bikes from the industry’s top brands. From hardtails, full-suspension and e-mountain bikes to bike trailers and trail-a-bikes, set the entire family up for a day or a summer of riding. Bikeworks also offers mountain bike camps for kids, private lessons, group tours and more to help you become better acquainted with the sport and trails. Bikeworks is open from late spring to fall, conditions permitting. Visit tahoedonner.com/bikeworks to learn more.

Equestrian Center Whether you’re a cowgirl, cowboy or just a horse lover, the Tahoe Donner’s Equestrian Center offers various opportunities to hop in the saddle. Summer camps for kids provide an excellent way to introduce young ones to the joy of riding while helping to instill valuable skills and confidence. Summer clinics for more experienced youth and adult riders can help develop horsemanship. The Equestrian Center also offers trail rides in the late summer and fall as a way to explore the trails just like early pioneers once did!

For horse owners and visiting equestrians, explore daily, weekly and monthly horseboarding opportunities. Applications are available now on the website. Lastly, if you and your family are interested in temporary ownership of well-trained horses, leasing options that offer access to the arena and trails are available. To learn more about all equestrian opportunities in Tahoe Donner, visit tahoedonner.com/equestrian.

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Wet and Wild Fun Donner Lake + Beach Club Marina Lake Tahoe is certainly breathtaking and second to none for aquatic recreation. But did you know Donner Lake is a great alternative right in Truckee? Tahoe Donner’s private Beach Club Marina offers a quintessential lake experience for kids, featuring a soft sandy beach; kayak, peddle boat and stand-up paddle rentals; private docks for diving and lounging; and a restaurant for an assortment of beverages and treats! Boat owners can enjoy a private launch and boat trailer parking.

Look out for fun summer events geared just for kids, including the annual Crawdad Fishing Contest and the Cardboard Regatta! Various TD summer day programs and camps also utilize the marina to ensure kids get maximum lake time. Visit tahoedonner.com/beach-club-marina to learn more.

Trout Creek Recreation Center + Northwoods Clubhouse Pools Tahoe Donner’s two recreational pools located at the Trout Creek Rec Center and the Northwoods Clubhouse are easy options for staying cool on those hot summer days. From dipping in and out of the water to soaking up the sun in a lounge chair, families can skip the lakeside crowds, traffic and parking and opt for endless aquatic fun without leaving Tahoe Donner. Swim programs and lessons are also available to help kids build essential water skills. Learn more about Tahoe Donner’s various swim programs at tahoedonner.com/aquatics.

Fly Fishing on the Truckee River Are you a fishing family? Possibly one of the best hidden gems of Truckee Tahoe is the Truckee River itself, and discovering secret – and safe – fishing holes only adds to the sense of summertime adventure. If you’re lucky, a friend or neighbor might disclose their favorite spots, or you can visit Trout Creek Outfitters for a full-service fly shop offering gear for purchase or rental, clinics and guided trips. Visit troutcreekoutfitters.com to begin planning your fly-fishing adventure today!

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Sports And More Tennis + Pickleball Center + Golf Course Tahoe Donner’s Tennis + Pickleball Center and Golf Course are great options for sporty kids, offering camps, clinics and other programs to help them develop skills and confidence and make friends. Both sports can also be enjoyed as a family. The Tennis + Pickleball Center and Golf Course are open from late spring through the fall, weather and conditions permitting.

Season passes and play packs at the Golf Course are available for purchase ahead of the season on ShopTD, and court times at the Tennis + Pickleball Center can be reserved in advance on courtreserve.com. Visit tahoedonner.com/tennis-pickleball and tahoedonner.com/golf for details.

Summer Cornhole Tournaments No summer is complete without lawn games and a little friendly competition. On Wednesday evenings, families can head to Northwoods Clubhouse for weekly cornhole tournaments throughout the summer. Fun prizes awarded for first, second and third place finishers. Bring your appetites as well, great food options will be available from Pizza on the Hill!

Visit tahoedonner.com/events for details.

Rock Climbing Rock climbing is an exciting and challenging sport for adults and kids alike. Kids can test their skills on the indoor climbing and bouldering walls at High Altitude at the base of Northwoods Boulevard. Basic instruction and auto-belay systems ensure that kids can “learn the ropes” as beginners.

However, more experienced climbers can utilize manual belay and attempt more difficult routes and other advanced features.

Visit highaltitudefit.net for more.

Page 4 – Trevor Clark (Hero); Page 5 – Court Leve, Katey Hamill, Brandon Huttenlocher (Tahoe Donner Trail System); Katey Hamill, Kylie Papson, Court Leve (Bikeworks + MTB Camps); Trevor Clark, Trevor Clark, Krystal-Rae Mecham (Equestrian Center); Page 6 – Trevor Clark, Kimera Collective, Kyle Kelly (Donner Lake + Beach Club Marina); Trevor Clark, Keri Oberly, Keri Oberly (Trout Creek Recreation Center + Northwoods Clubhouse Pools); Chris Rochefort, Truckee Donner Land Trust (Fly Fishing on the Truckee River); Page 7 – Daphne Hougard, Katey Hamill, Katey Hamill (Tennis + Pickleball Center + Golf Course); Nikki Ritcher, Nikki Ritcher, Derek Moore (Summer Cornhole Tournament); High Altitude Fitness, Katey Hamill (Rock Climbing)

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THE REPORT

Election Information + Key Dates TWO POSITIONS OPEN

Tahoe Donner’s board of directors is the governing body of the association and is ultimately responsible for the direction and oversight of the affairs of the organization, including reviewing the annual assessment, approving capital projects, setting fines and fees and more. The board is made up of unpaid volunteers from a variety of backgrounds. The board is elected by the membership to represent the property owners of Tahoe Donner. Two Board positions will be filled in this election.

April 24

SUBMISSION DEADLINE FOR DIRECTOR 12PM ELECTION STATEMENTS AND RELATED ITEMS Each candidate and any previously verified Member Advocate may submit a Director Election Statement that is reasonably related to the election.

The statements must be in PDF format and sent to electionscommittee@tahoedonner.com. See other specific requirements at tahoedonner.com/boardelections.

Apply to Run for the Board of Directors

Each candidate and any previously verified Member Advocate may also submit, for the Tahoe Donner Elections website, a URL link to their own personal 2025 director election related website along with their contact information to electionscommittee@tahoedonner.com.

March 13

Any previously verified Member Advocate who wishes to speak, following all of the candidates, at the June 3 Director Election Forum must notify the Elections Committee at electionscommittee@tahoedonner.com.

APPLICATION FORMS AVAILABLE Candidate Solicitation Announcement with candidate qualification criteria and other details posted to tahoedonner.com/boardelections along with: • Candidacy Forms (Application for Candidacy and Proof of Ownership) • Member Advocate Verification Forms for noncandidate members who wish to have equal access to communicate to members related to the election.

April 15 10AM

APPLICATION FORMS DEADLINE

Meet the Candidates and Voting Information May 1

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

Director Election Statements received by the deadline of April 24 at 12PM will be posted online at tahoedonner.com/boardelections along with email addresses and links to candidate and member advocate personal election websites, if provided.

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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DIRECTOR ELECTION STATEMENTS + LINKS AVAILABLE ON ELECTIONS WEBPAGE

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 3.

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

May 27

VOTING 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 3 6-8PM

DIRECTOR ELECTION FORUM Online via Zoom 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 24 deadline may speak on the same topics following all of the candidates.

Ensure You Receive Your 2025 Ballot To update your contact info, visit tahoedonner.com/member-portal by May 7.

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

CA Civil Code 4041 requires updated contact info annually.

June 27

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 24 until the morning of Sunday, June 29 for ballots not completed in time to be received by the Accountancy Firm in Reno, Nevada by the 5PM deadline on June 27.

June 29

ELECTION DAY + ANNUAL MEETING Meeting OF MEMBERS 10AM-12PM Northwoods Clubhouse and Online via Zoom Voting 10-11:30AM

The Annual Meeting of Members will be held from 10AM-12PM. Hand-delivered ballots are accepted from 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 Tahoe Donner News + Life. 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 30

CONCLUSION OF ELECTION 10AM 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 10AM 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.

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.

Opt Out of Email Sharing 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 3.

INSPECTORS OF ELECTIONS When an association’s election requires the use of secret ballots in accordance with Civil Code Section 5100, an association is required to “select an independent third party or parties as an inspector of elections.” (Civ. Code § 5110(a).) Please note that an Inspector of Elections has been appointed.

FOR ELECTION INFORMATION, VISIT TAHOEDONNER.COM/BOARDELECTIONS OR CONTACT THE ELECTIONS COMMITTEE AT ELECTIONSCOMMITTEE@TAHOEDONNER.COM.

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FEATURE

2025

SUMMER CAMPS Set your children up for an epic Tahoe summer full of outdoor adventure, fun and learning. Tahoe Donner’s camps and recreational programs are available to kids of all ages, interests and abilities. Many of our camps and programs are likely to sell out. To alleviate online congestion, on-sale dates have been spread across multiple days to allow more opportunities for members to access camps and programs. Make sure to double-check on-sale dates!

HOW TO REGISTER ONLINE WITH YOUR SHOPTD ACCOUNT In advance of registration, ensure all children ages 3-14 are listed as “member” on your ShopTD profile on shop.tahoedonner.com. Children labeled as “non-member” cannot register for camps and programs during the Member launch dates and will need to wait for registration on the Guest of Member launch dates.

Adding children of any age to your account as a member now requires documentation to verify a qualifying family relationship. For more information, visit tahoedonner.com/amenity-access. If you are unsure if your children are set up as members or if you need to add additional members to your account, please contact Member Services ahead of time.

You can view all individuals on your account by logging into ShopTD, clicking “My Account” and viewing the profiles under “My Group.” Ensure the child you want to enroll in Summer Camps/Programs is listed in your “Group” and labeled as “Member.”

If you need to add additional members to your account, please contact Member Services before registration day. Waiting to add a member to your profile on registration day may result in not being able to purchase the program you desire.

Anticipate longer-than-normal online wait times. You may be placed in our ShopTD virtual waiting room during high-traffic periods. All members who enter the waiting room before the on-sale time, whether it is five minutes beforehand or two hours beforehand, will be equally randomized to enter the store once the products go live.

Joining the waitlist early does not increase odds of entering the site first.

Be sure to check out within 15 minutes of adding items to your cart. Please preplan the programs you wish to purchase, because once you have added items to your cart, those items are only reserved for you for 15 minutes. After that time, those items may be allocated to other members, and you may receive an error at checkout.

Due to the high number of cancellations and limited supply, Tahoe Donner strictly enforces its cancellation policies for summer camps and recreational programs.

Before registering, please review each camp or program's cancellation policies and plan accordingly.

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DAY CAMPS Day Camps Meeting locations vary based on age group (530) 587-9493 daycamps@tahoedonner.com tahoedonner.com/day-camps

Tahoe Donner Day Camps provide children ages 3-14 with age-appropriate activities that challenge and educate kids via new and diverse outdoor experiences. Campers will participate in various activities such as swimming, creek exploring, mountain biking, rock climbing, beach outings, hiking and exploring the Tahoe National Forest. Our staff aims to give each child a fulfilling mountain experience while providing a fun and safe learning environment. Visit tahoedonner.com/day-camps for complete camp details and registration information.

On Sale at 11AM on March 10 (Sessions 1-4) and March 12 (Sessions 5-8) for Members.

On Sale at 11AM on March 20 (All Sessions) for Guests of Members.

High Mountain Kids Camp

Day Camp Sessions

Younger-aged children are engaged through nature walks, group swim lessons, arts and crafts, creative play and more.

Age: 3-4 Time: 8:45-11:30AM (extended hours 11:30AM-1:30PM) Cost Per Session: Member $284, Guest of Member $324 Cost Per Extended Hours: Member $184, Guest of Member $204

All levels/age groups meet for five days (Monday-Friday) during each session.*

Explorers Young explorers will love the focus on nature education, outdoor activities, hiking, group swim lessons, games and more.

Age: 5-6 Time: 9AM-1:45PM Cost Per Session: Member $424, Guest of Member $469

Pioneers Countless adventures await, including tennis, archery, hiking, water safety class and outdoor living skills.

Age: 7-8 Time: 9:15AM-2:15PM Cost Per Session: Member $424, Guest of Member $469

Club Tahoe Donner Highlights include trips to the beach, the pool, the driving range, outdoor bouldering, mountain biking and archery.

Age: 9-10 Time: 9:15AM-2:15PM Cost Per Session: Member $464, Guest of Member $514

Donner Lake Adventure Camp

Katey Hamill (Hero); Katey Hamill (Day Camps)

Providing fun and challenging activities that enhance teamwork skills, self-confidence and outdoor survival knowledge. Activities may include rock climbing, stand-up paddleboarding, hiking and canoeing.

Age: 11-12 Time: 9:30AM-2:30PM Cost Per Session: Member $464, Guest of Member $514

Leadership Training Camp An experiential-based learning program with team building, leadership development, outdoor living skills, hands-on camp counselor experience and personal growth.

Only offered during Sessions 3, 5 and 7.

Age: 13-14 Time: Monday + Friday 9:30AM-2:45PM

Tuesday, Wednesday + Thursday 8:45AM-2:15PM Cost Per Session: Member $334, Guest of Member $374

Session 1

June 23-27

Session 5

July 21-25

Session 2

June 30-July 3*

Session 6

July 28-Aug. 1

Session 3

July 7-11

Session 7

Aug. 4-8

Session 4

July 14-18

Session 8

Aug. 11-15

*Session 2 will only be four days; no camp on July 4. Leadership Training Camp will only meet during Sessions 2, 4 and 6.

What to Bring • Lunch and snacks • Hat • Backpack

• Water bottle • Sunscreen • Light jacket or sweatshirt

Swimsuit and towel (may be needed Tuesday-Friday) Campers must wear closed-toe shoes.

It is recommended that parents label all camper belongings before coming to camp.

All electronics and toys are prohibited from camps. Children who bring a phone, smartwatch or other device to camp will be asked to keep it in their backpack.

Wednesday Beach Barbecue Every Wednesday, campers will attend the Beach Club Marina, and all campers receive a barbecue lunch (excluding Session 2).

Age Requirements Age requirements are established for the safety and well-being of all campers, and there will be no exceptions regarding children’s ages for camp. Children must be the correct age on the Monday they attend camp.

PLEASE PLAN YOUR SUMMER IN ADVANCE. Due to the high number of cancellations and limited supply, Day Camps cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the first day of camp for a refund with a 25% cancellation fee per product canceled. Cancellation policy strictly enforced. If a child is found to be registered for a program that they are not eligible for, their registration will be canceled, and no refund will be given. No drop-ins allowed in the Day Camp program. For more information, contact daycamps@tahoedonner.com.

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AQUATICS PROGRAMS Aquatics Programs Trout Creek Recreation Center 12790 Northwoods Boulevard, Truckee, CA 96161 (530) 587-9437 tahoedonner.com/aquatics

From learning the basics in a private or semi-private lesson to racing on the recreational swim team, your kids will make a splash with our aquatics programs.

Recreational Swim Team

Private + Semi-Private Swim Lessons

Swimmers ages 6-13 must be able to swim 25 yards continuously and unassisted to participate in the beginner/intermediate swim team. Swimmers ages 6-13 must be able to swim 50 yards continuously and unassisted to participate in the advanced swim team in any competitive stroke. We combine fun and fitness as participants develop core skills in all four racing strokes.

Private (individual) and semi-private (2-3 students) lessons last 20 minutes and allow kids ages 0-18 to develop swimming skills at their own pace under the guidance of a patient instructor. Students in semi-private lessons may be no more than one level apart.

On Sale at 11AM on March 11 (All Sessions) for Members.

On Sale at 11AM on March 20 for Guests of Members.

On Sale at 11AM on March 11 (All Sessions) for Members.

On Sale at 11AM on March 20 for Guests of Members.

Time: 8:30-10:30AM (various start times) Days: Monday-Friday, June 16-Aug. 8

Time: Advanced 7:15-8AM* Beginner/Intermediate 8-8:30AM*

Location: Trout Creek Recreation Center Cost Per Private Lesson (individual): Member $65, Guest of Member $70

Days: Monday-Friday Location: Trout Creek Recreation Center Cost Per Session: Member $90, Guest of Member $105 Session 1

June 16-20

Session 5

July 14-18

Session 2

June 23-27

Session 6

July 21-25

Session 3

June 30-July 3*

Session 7

July 28-Aug. 1

Session 4

July 7-11

Session 8

Aug. 4-8

Cost Per Semi-Private Lesson (2-3 students): Member $75, Guest of Member $80

*Session 3 will only be four days. No programs on July 4.

PLEASE PLAN YOUR SUMMER IN ADVANCE. Due to the high number of cancellations and limited supply, Aquatic Program cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the first day of the program for a refund with a 25% cancellation fee per product canceled. Cancellation policy strictly enforced. For more information, contact aquatics@tahoedonner.com.

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BEACH CLUB MARINA PROGRAMS Beach Club Marina 12915 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA 96161 (530) 587-9460 tahoedonner.com/marina

Adventure Day Programs Rec Hut at Northwoods Clubhouse 11509 Northwoods Boulevard, Truckee, CA 96161 recreation@tahoedonner.com tahoedonner.com/adventure-day

What could be more fun than spending summer days on Donner Lake? Children ages 6 and up will love honing their water skills through learning, sailing and participating in various water sports at the Beach Club Marina.

Adventure Day Camps encourage kids ages 7-11 to explore, play and appreciate the outdoors through a wide range of activities.

On Sale at 11AM on March 13 (All Sessions) for Members.

On Sale at 11AM on March 20 for Guests of Members.

Water Kids Club FRIDAYS | JUNE 20-AUG. 8 (Not offered the week of July 4) Every Friday from 3-5PM, participants ages 6 and older who can demonstrate good swimming skills will be introduced to a variety of water-oriented activities such as swimming challenges, stand-up paddleboarding, sailing, kayaking and more. Space is limited, so sign up online at least 24 hours in advance.

Cost Per Day: Member $40, Guest of Member $50

Junior Sailing Program

Trevor Clark (Aquatics Photos); Trevor Clark (Beach Club Marina Programs); Katey Hamill (Adventure Day Programs)

ADVENTURE DAY PROGRAMS

Beginner to intermediate sailors ages 9-16 learn sailing skills in small classes with a maximum of eight students. Each three-day (Wednesday-Friday) session includes three hours of instruction per day from 11AM-2PM, with the majority of the time spent on the water.

Cost Per Session: Member $180, Guest of Member $220 Session 1

June 25-27

Session 4

July 23-25

Session 2

July 9-11

Session 5

July 30-Aug. 1

Session 3

July 16-18

Session 6

Aug. 6-8

PLEASE PLAN YOUR SUMMER IN ADVANCE. Due to the high number of cancellations and limited supply, Beach Club Marina Kids Program cancellations must be made 7 days prior to the first day of the program for a refund with a 25% cancellation fee per product canceled. Cancellation policy strictly enforced. For more information, contact marina@tahoedonner.com.

Campers should bring a backpack with a water bottle, snacks, lunch, sunscreen, hat, swimsuit and towel; swimming could potentially be an option every day. On cool mornings, campers should wear a sweatshirt. Campers must wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes. It is recommended that parents label all camper belongings before coming to camp.

On Sale at 11AM on March 13 (All Dates) for Members.

On Sale at 11AM on March 20 for Guests of Members.

Time: 9:30AM-2:45PM Days: Monday, Wednesday or Friday Location: Pick up + drop off at the Northwoods Rec Hut Cost Per Day: Member $95, Guest of Member $110

Explore + Discover Day MONDAYS | JUNE 16-AUG. 4 A morning of hiking, geocaching and other adventuring that showcases the natural beauty around the meadows and trails of Tahoe Donner, followed by an afternoon of swimming and games at the Northwoods Pool.

Kids Olympic Day WEDNESDAYS | JUNE 18-AUG. 6 Kids will enjoy a day of friendly competition with scored activities such as archery, bocce ball, disc golf and much more. In the afternoon, enjoy free swim at the Northwoods Pool.

Arts + Crafts Day FRIDAYS | JUNE 20-AUG. 8 After a morning hike, free swim at the Northwoods Pool and games, kids will turn their focus to their creative sides and participate in various arts and crafts activities.

No camp July 4.

PLEASE PLAN YOUR SUMMER IN ADVANCE. Due to the high number of cancellations and limited supply, Recreation Program cancellations must be made 7 days prior to the day of the program for a refund with a 25% cancellation fee per product canceled. Cancellation policy strictly enforced.

For more information, contact recreation@tahoedonner.com.

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HORSEMANSHIP CAMPS

BIKEWORKS CAMPS

Equestrian Center Alder Creek Adventure Center 15275 Alder Creek Road, Truckee, CA 96161 (530) 587-9470 tahoedonner.com/equestrian

Bikeworks Alder Creek Adventure Center 15275 Alder Creek Road, Truckee, CA 96161 (530) 582-9694 tahoedonner.com/bikeworks

Riders ages 8-14 learn the fundamentals of horsemanship, safety and riding skills at our full-day, weeklong riding camps. Level 1 and Level 2 camps are available each session. The curriculum includes lessons in horsemanship, horse-and-human connection, grooming, tacking, arena skills, groundwork, trail riding, games and a horse show on Friday.

Mountain biking camps are open to kids ages 10-14 who can ride a bike for 1.5 hours at a time. Camps provide a fun, safe environment where kids can improve their general mountain biking skills while exploring the Tahoe Donner Trail System. Register with your ShopTD account or call Bikeworks at (530) 582-9694.

On Sale at 11AM on March 11 (Sessions 1-5) and March 13 (Sessions 6-9) for Members.

On Sale at 11AM on March 20 for Guests of Members + Public.

Every session offers both Level 1 and Level 2 camps. Classes are capped at three students with one instructor per level.

On Sale at 11AM on March 11 (Sessions 1-8 Weekend + Sessions 1-6 Weeklong) and March 13 (Sessions 9-13 Weekend + Sessions 7-11 Weeklong) for Members.

On Sale at 11AM on March 20 for Guests of Members + Public.

Weekend Mountain Biking Camps This two-day camp focuses on improving skills for all levels of riders.

Time: 9AM-12PM

Level 1 Beginners with little or no riding experience will learn the basics of handling, grooming, tacking up and riding at the walk and trot.

Level 2 Intended for beginner riders with some experience and confidence, this camp is our most popular and covers the widest range of riding abilities. Students generally take Level 2 multiple times, with instructions suited to evolving abilities. Campers will focus on enhancing their horsemanship knowledge, groundwork, horse connection and riding skills.

Time: 9AM-3PM

Days: Saturday-Sunday Cost Per Session: $179 Session 1

May 31-June 1

Session 8

July 19-20

Session 2

June 7-8

Session 9

July 26-27

Session 3

June 14-15

Session 10 Aug. 2-3

Session 4

June 21-22

Session 11 Aug. 9-10

Session 5

June 28-29

Session 12 Aug. 16-17

Session 6

July 5-6

Session 13 Aug. 23-24

Session 7

July 12-13

Days: Monday-Friday (including on July 4) Cost Per Session: Member $1,100, Guest of Member $1,200

Weeklong Mountain Biking Camps This fun camp offers five days of mountain biking instruction that will dramatically improve the skills and confidence of young riders.

Session 1

June 16-20

Session 6

July 21-25

Session 2

June 23-27

Session 7

July 28-Aug. 1

Time: 9AM-12PM

Session 3

June 30-July 4

Session 8

Aug. 4-8

Days: Monday-Friday

Session 4

July 7-11

Session 8

Aug. 11-15

Session 5

Cost Per Session: $449

July 14-18

Weather Warning If we experience summer thunderstorms and are unable to ride, students will have lessons in horse and tack care, shoeing horses, veterinary care and other horsemanship knowledge.

PLEASE PLAN YOUR SUMMER IN ADVANCE. Due to the high number of cancellations and limited supply, Horsemanship Camps cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the first day of camp for a refund with a 25% cancellation fee per product canceled. Cancellation policy strictly enforced. For more information, contact kmecham@tahoedonner.com.

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Session 1

June 9-13

Session 7

July 21-25

Session 2

June 16-20

Session 8

July 28-Aug. 1

Session 3

June 23-27

Session 9

Aug. 4-8

Session 4

June 30-July 4

Session 10 Aug. 11-15

Session 5

July 7-11

Session 11 Aug. 18-22

Session 6

July 14-18

PLEASE PLAN YOUR SUMMER IN ADVANCE. Due to the high number of cancellations and limited supply, Bikeworks Camp cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the first day of camp for a refund with a 25% cancellation fee per product canceled. Cancellation policy strictly enforced.

For more information, contact bikeworks@tahoedonner.com.

GOLF PROGRAMS

TENNIS + PICKLEBALL PROGRAMS

Golf Course 12850 Northwoods Boulevard, Truckee, CA 96161 (530) 587-9443 tahoedonner.com/golf

Tennis + Pickleball Center 11509 Northwoods Boulevard, Truckee, CA 96161 (530) 587-9474 tahoedonner.com/tennis

Junior Golf Camps

Junior Tennis + Pickleball Camps

Golfers ages 7-13 will learn full swing, putting, chipping, pitching, rules and etiquette during this three-day course. On the third day, golfers will play on the course. Golf clubs required. Limited to twelve students. To register, visit ShopTD.

Future tennis and pickleball stars can immerse themselves with up to three hours of daily instruction and play-based learning throughout the summer. For kids between the ages of 5-17, highly trained staff help bring out the passion for these great racket sports, while a flexible schedule ensures plenty of time for other activities.

On Sale at 11AM on March 13 (All Sessions) for Members.

On Sale at 11AM on March 20 for Guests of Members + Public.

Time: 8-10AM

Space is limited; register online with your CourtReserve account.

Visit tahoedonner.com/tennis or call (530) 587-9474 for more details.

On Sale in May. Check Website for Updates.

Days: Monday-Wednesday Time: 2-3PM, 3-4PM + 4-5PM

Cost Per Session: $200 Session 1

June 9-11

Session 5

July 21-23

Session 2

June 16-18

Session 6

July 28-30

Session 3

June 23-25

Session 7

Aug. 4-6

Session 4

July 14-16

Cost Per Hour: Member $20, Guest of Member $25 Session 1

June 16-20

Session 6

July 21-25

Session 2

June 23-27

Session 7

July 28-Aug. 1

Session 3

June 30-July 4

Session 8

Aug. 4-8

Session 4

July 7-11

Session 9

August 11-15

Session 5

July 14-18

PLEASE PLAN YOUR SUMMER IN ADVANCE. Due to the high number of cancellations and limited supply, Junior Tennis Program cancellations must be made 7 days prior to the first day of the program for a refund with a 25% cancellation fee per product canceled. Cancellation policy strictly enforced. For more information, contact tennis@tahoedonner.com.

Krystal-Rae Mecham (Equestrian); Katey Hamill (All Others)

PLEASE PLAN YOUR SUMMER IN ADVANCE. Due to the high number of cancellations and limited supply, Junior Golf School cancellations must be made 7 days prior to the first day of the program for a refund with a 25% cancellation fee per product canceled. Cancellation policy strictly enforced. For more information, contact jhwang@tahoedonner.com.

Days: Monday-Friday

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Buzz The

LOCAL ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, DINING + MORE

Spring Forward In just a few short weeks, we’ll emerge from our winter retreat into longer, brighter days. Sunday, March 9, at 2AM, marks the beginning of Daylight Savings Time. Though we may lose an hour of sleep as we set the clocks ahead, we gain additional daylight hours to play, bask in the sun, and enjoy this long-awaited transition to spring and summer.

Though this winter was marked by fewer snowstorms and rainier weather, there is something to be said about the reprieve from hours of unburying ourselves with plowing and shoveling. Beautiful bluebird days made for endless fun on the groomers at Downhill Ski Resort, and chilly mornings created just the right glide on the trails at Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Resort.

The winter thrills aren’t over yet. Season passes for the 2025/26 ski season go on sale in mid-March. Purchase now for the lowest rates and to enjoy unlimited skiing starting this season. Season pass prices increase in April, so don’t miss this opportunity to save. To learn more, visit tahoedonner.com/skiseasonpasses.

Summer will be here before you know it, and now is the time to start planning your family’s activities and adventures. Summer camps go on sale for members the week of March 10. On-sale dates for camp sessions are staggered for ease of registration.

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otherwise, they will not be eligible to sign up for camps during the member registration period. See available camps, registration dates and more on page 10.

Families with young golfers can get excited about this upcoming season, with registration for Tahoe Donner’s PGA Jr. League Home, Travel Development and Travel teams opening on April 9. The PGA Jr. League program is a great way for experienced and competitive youth golfers to continue developing their skills and confidence through league play with other local courses and teams. Learn more about all golf programs in Tahoe Donner on page 22.

What’s Cooking Around the Community March brings a myriad of reasons to celebrate. Beginning with a Mardi Gras party at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub on March 1, feast on a Louisiana-style low-

country shrimp boil while enjoying live music from Robbie Gade and the Cajuns, party favors and more. As we welcome the return of longer days, make Thursdays at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub your weekly night to celebrate with A Taste of Mexico all month long. Sample a new Mexicaninspired entrée each week while enjoying $5 805 Cervezas on draft or $8 margaritas.

The Winter Music Series continues on Saturdays at Pizza on the Hill through March 29. This month, catch Robbie Gade, Mike Sinclair, Eric Daniel, Tahoe Donner News + Life writer Will Apotheker and Michael Buster on the mic while savoring great food and company. Visit tahoedonner.com/events for complete details.

With light snow and longer days, cozy up to the firepits in the afternoons at Pizza on the Hill. Let the kids romp at the playground while you enjoy a fireside glass of wine or beer and an outdoor dinner.

Open early on the weekends starting at 3PM, make POTH your après-ski spot.

Speaking of wine, Alder Creek Cafe is hosting its first-ever complimentary wine-tasting event with Honig Vineyard & Winery on Sunday, March 9, from 3-5PM. Meet the winemaker/owner of this organic and sustainable winery while you sample select wines from the family’s Rutherford vineyard in Napa Valley. Learn more at tahoedonner.com/events.

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

March

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TAHOE DONNER CONTACTS + HOURS Cross Country Ski Center Dining

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Mardi Gras Party and Special Menu at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub

Adult Biathlon Clinic with Gyongyver Ridenour at Cross Country Ski Center

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Ididarun Sled Dog Race and Humane Society Fundraiser at Cross Country Ski Center tahoedonner.com/i-did-a-run

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Quilt Club Meeting at Pizza on the Hill See page 18

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Hands-On Cross Country Ski Wax Clinic at Cross Country Ski Center tahoedonner.com/events

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Complimentary wine tasting with Honig Vineyard & Winery at Alder Creek Cafe tahoedonner.com/events

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St. Paddy’s Day Specials at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub tahoedonner.com/the-lodge/specials

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

Saturdays 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Winter Music Series at Pizza on the Hill tahoedonner.com/ winter-music-series Through March 29

Sundays 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Trivia Night at Alder Creek Cafe tahoedonner.com/trivia-night

Wednesdays 5, 12, 19, 26 No Corkage Wednesdays at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub tahoedonner.com/the-lodge/specials

Thursdays 6, 13, 20, 27

Downhill Ski Resort

(530) 587-9444 tahoedonner.com/downhill skireservations@tahoedonner.com Lifts Open Daily | 9AM-4PM Ticket Office Open Daily | 8AM-4:15PM Rental Shop Open Daily | 8AM-4:30PM No services on mountain due to ski lodge construction

Alder Creek Cafe

(530) 582-9686 tahoedonner.com/aldercreekcafe Open Daily | 8:30AM-3PM Trailside Bar Open Daily | 11AM-5PM Dinners Open Thursday | 5-8PM Open Sunday | 5-8PM

The Lodge Restaurant & Pub

(530) 587-9455 tahoedonner.com/the-lodge lodge@tahoedonner.com Open Wednesday-Friday | 5-8:30PM Open Saturday-Sunday | 4-8:30PM

Golf Course

Pizza on the Hill

Snowplay

Member Services

(530) 587-9443 tahoedonner.com/golf golf@tahoedonner.com Pro Shop + Golf Simulator Wednesday-Sunday | 10AM-4PM Reservations required Course + Driving Range Closed for the season (530) 587-9462 tahoedonner.com/snowplay snowplay@tahoedonner.com Open Friday | 12-4:30PM Open Saturday-Sunday | 9AM-4:30PM

(530) 587-9669 tahoedonner.com/pizza pizza@tahoedonner.com Open Friday-Tuesday | 4-8PM Open Saturday-Sunday | 3-8PM Ask about our First Responders Discount!

(530) 587-9400 tahoedonner.com/welcome info@tahoedonner.com Open Daily | 8AM-5PM

Trout Creek Rec Center

(530) 587-9437 tahoedonner.com/aquatics tahoedonner.com/fitness troutcreek@tahoedonner.com Gym Open Daily | 6AM-10PM Lap Pool Open Daily | 6AM-8:45PM Hot Tubs, Sauna + Steam Room Open Daily | 6AM-9:45PM

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

American Mah Jongg Club at Pizza on the Hill See page 18

St. Paddy’s Day Specials at Alder Creek Cafe

A Taste of Mexico in March at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub

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Edi-Bōl Dinner Series at Alder Creek Cafe

Quilt Club Meeting at Pizza on the Hill

(530) 587-9484 tahoedonner.com/xc xc@tahoedonner.com Trails Open Daily | 8:30AM-5PM Rentals + Repairs Open Daily | 8:30AM-4:45PM

tahoedonner.com/ edi-bol-dinner-series

See page 18

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Fridays 7, 14, 21, 28

Members Ski Free Day at Downhill Ski Resort and Cross Country Ski Center

Family-Friendly Free Movie Night at Northwoods Clubhouse

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

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The Buzz:

Clubs 4-Wheelers Club

Many of us in the TD4WD Club have off-road capable vehicles that are not daily drivers and get low annual miles.

Wranglers, specifically, are not the most comfortable highway vehicles due to their high clearance and solid front axle.

These features make them stellar for off-road use but make highway handling less refined. Maintenance on these vehicles is also different from that of your everyday vehicle.

With all the dirt road driving, engine and cabin air filters need frequent cleaning.

Likewise, axle gear oil takes a beating running in four-wheel-drive low range for extended periods, especially with the differential lockers on. Lockers prevent the wheels from spinning independently and greatly improve hill climbing capabilities.

Jeep recommends 40,000-mile axle oil replacement in extreme conditions. In our experience, replacing the axle oil every year or two is better. Winter is the perfect time to catch up on these more frequent maintenance needs.

Visit TD4Wheelers.org to learn more or join the club.

9-Holers Women’s Golf Club We will have our first 2025 meet and greet event at the golf simulator in the Pro Shop on Sunday, March 9, at 4PM. It is a great opportunity to meet the pros and other club members and swing a club again!

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Our 2025 membership drive begins this month! If you were a member last year, you will receive an email when it's time to sign up. New and existing members can register through the website.

The 2025 Calendar is live, with fun activities for the season. New this year is our first 9-Holer Invitational, and returning favorites are the President/ Vice President Tournament and our Summer Fun Tournament. Twilight and afternoon golf will return to provide more opportunities to get out on the course beyond Thursday club play days.

One exciting change for this season addresses the desire for existing players to play at a reasonable pace while continuing to offer new players the opportunity to develop their skills with on-course play. Experienced players will play their own ball as usual. New players will be encouraged to buddy up with another player and play their next shot from their partner’s ball.

Learn more and join us at td9holders.com.

groups publish legitimate American Mah Jongg cards? These can be challenging cards that offer other ways to use your tiles! Siamese Mah Jongg League publishes a card annually designed for two-person play, with each playing two racks at once.

Some find this card familiar, but it has twists to make some hands easier to win.

It's a fun way to play when only two people are available.

Marvelous Maj Jongg (marvelousmahjongg.com) challenges even the most seasoned player with creative hands built around a theme. Some features include any Pung or tile to complete the hand. There are many more options; these are just the ones that we know about.

Mah Jongg players are very ingenious and create new hand ideas all the time! We even spotted some Halloween and holiday hands in 2024!

Our club meets every Thursday at Pizza on the Hill from 1-4PM. We play American Mah Jongg using the current year’s National Mah Jongg League card and rules. No RSVP needed!

For more information, contact Linda Slattery at lbslattery@yahoo.com or Dori Schick at doridans@hotmail.com.

Equestrian Club

American Mah Jongg Club As April rolls around, we all get giddy with the arrival of the latest National Mah Jongg League card. Did you know other

This Month, in honor of Valentine’s Day, the Equestrian Club would like to honor Taffy, a quarter-horse mare who has been with the TD herd for many years. She was the first horse that one of our members, Karen Aaron, leased for a season while the Alder Creek Adventure Center was being built.

CLUB CONTACTS Karen started riding by taking lessons at the Equestrian Center and now has her own horse, which she boards every summer here. She and her golden palomino can be seen everywhere on the Tahoe Donner trails in summer.

She will always have a special place in her heart for this wonderful horse, Taffy, and is forever grateful for the joy the horses at TD bring to her and many of the TD members.

“Taffy taught me the joy of horses and how to ride!”

Men’s Golf Club The Tahoe Donner Men’s Golf Club is always looking for new members! The club puts on over 30 events throughout the season with something for everyone. We have socials, weekly Wednesday games, events for family and friends and team events. We also provide opportunities to prove your individual skills at the Match Play and Club Championship.

The club’s board continues to meet regularly while the golf course is closed, planning for the upcoming season. We are pleased to announce that we have posted our updated 2025 Calendar of Events to our website, including our kickoff social event slated for Sunday, May 25, at 4PM. To join the club and/or view the 2025 event schedule, please visit our website at tdgolfclub.com.

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

Quilt Club I must admit that at this time of year, I am a little like my house plants. I get

energized when the daylight hours get longer, as it provides more hours to play in the sewing room. Last month, our group donated several baby quilts and tummy time blankets to the Nevada County Healthy Babies program. They will be distributed in Eastern Nevada County and Sierra County.

I personally like to make baby quilts.

They're a quick project with fun prints and bright colors. Since many of my friends are having grandchildren, I indulge in this activity. So far, I know of two boys making their appearance in 2025, which means I’ll be happily busy!

4-Wheelers

Tim West club@td4wheelers.org

9-Holers Women’s Golf Debi Lorraine debi.lorraine@gmail.com

American Mah Jongg Dori Schick doridans@hotmail.com

Equestrian

Susan Terrell terrellsf@earthlink.net

Hiking

Robin Reese rbtahoe@sbcglobal.net

Junior Golf

Molly Springmann mspringmann@tahoedonner.com

Limited Abilities Persons’ Golf

Mike Srago msrago@comcast.net

Men’s Golf

Michael O'Connell tdmensgolf@gmail.com

Mountain Bike

Dustin Young dustinyoung75@gmail.com

Quilt

Odette Turmel odette.turmel@gmail.com

Rowing If you want to know more about what the Tahoe Donner Quilt Club is doing, you can contact me at odette.turmel@gmail.com or stop by during one of our meetings.

Our group meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month in the Meadow Room at the Northwoods Club House.

Women’s Golf Club The Tahoe Donner Women’s Golf Club board is actively planning for a fun-filled golf season in 2025. NCGA Sacramento Play Days start April 14. The Tahoe Donner season kicks off with a Season Welcome Social on Sunday, May 25. Members of all TD golf clubs and their partners are welcome to attend. Weather permitting, our first TD Play Day will be Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

The TD Women’s Golf Club organizes various social events throughout the year, including club luncheons during our general meetings, guest days on Tuesday, July 22 and Wednesday, July 23 and a pre-party on Monday, July 21. For a full schedule, please visit tdwomengolf.org and consider joining the fun.

Val Brinker vbrinker@dicksonrealty.com

Running

Scott Bauhs info@tdrunclub.com

Senior Alpine Ski

Stephen O’Brien stephob@comcast.net

Women’s Golf

Mary Liz Wardlaw tdwgclub@gmail.com

Form a Club!

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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THE REPORT

TAHOE DONNER GIVING FUND

FUNDING AND FULFILLING POTENTIAL tremendous potential but limited resources to help them successfully navigate the arduous college prep and admission process.

When individual streams support a local watershed, their influence affects the wider ecosystem. When donations to the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund (TDGF) support local grants and scholarships, their influence affects individual recipients and the wider community.

Such is the story of TDGF scholar America and Truckee High School Teacher Craig Rowe, founder of La Fuerza Latina (LFL).

America – Already Making a Difference

America is a sophomore at the University of California, Davis, double majoring in Sociology and Chicanx Studies with a minor in Education. She was initially awarded a TDGF scholarship in 2023, which was extended for a second year of support in 2024.

America at work at UC Davis.

“Mr. Rowe gave me so much, so I just want to give back. I want to be someone’s Mr. Rowe.

He’s like a second dad to all of us.”

At UC Davis, America was inspired by the professor of her Sociology class, “Social Problems” to volunteer with the Prison Education Project (PEP). There, she worked at both the Sacramento County and Solano County Juvenile Centers, mentoring 16- to 22-year-olds in a career development class.

America then formed a university-approved campus PEP Club for student volunteers interested in continuing this important mentoring work. She also volunteers with the Reintegration Academy, which mentors exconvicts as they learn to live back in society after incarceration.

La Fuerza Latina – Changing Lives

“I am so grateful for both the financial assistance offered through the TDGF Scholarship and the regular check-ins from my Giving Fund Committee coach,” which are supporting the education that fuels her journey to becoming a teacher who works with and serves the underserved, the vulnerable and the low-income community.

Born and raised in Truckee, America graduated from Truckee High School. She credits her active membership in LFL and its founder, teacher Craig Rowe, with boosting her self-confidence and providing the guidance and encouragement she needed to realize her dream of attending college.

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LFL was founded in 2015 by Truckee High School teacher Craig Rowe when he noticed an imbalance in the demographics of students in AP and honors classes, which were filled with mostly white students and just a few Latinos. Today, LFL comprises Latina girls with good grades, strong work ethics and

Craig Rowe is dedicated to providing students with the kind of high-caliber admissions preparation typically offered by paid consultants but may be unaffordable for many local students. LFL has a 100% acceptance rate and a 0% drop rate among its students. To name a few, LFL participants have attended Harvard, Bowdoin, Stanford, Tufts, Williams, Trinity, Wesleyan, Davidson and all of the University of California campuses.

Many of Craig Rowe’s LFL students are the beneficiaries of TDGF scholarships. The recent $10,000 TDGF grant to LFL will help pay for SAT prep courses, AP Chemistry tutoring, college application fees, travel expenses and more.

A Watershed of Potential Combine the La Fuerza Latina college preparation program for first generation college students such as America, with the scholarship support and grant funding of Tahoe Donner Giving Fund donors, and you have a watershed of potential for the future.

The Tahoe Donner Giving Fund is administered as an affiliate fund of the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, EIN 680416404. 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 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 in order to support deserving programs and youth in the greater Truckee community. 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.

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FEATURE

For the Love of the Game TA H O E D O N N E R’ S J U N I O R G O L F P R O G R A M S H E L P YO U N G G O L F E R S L EV E L U P

BY WILL APOTHEKER

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ne of the great things about the Tahoe Donner community is that there are so many things to do. This inevitably leads to many smaller sub-communities where one can develop their passions even further. When we say there is “something for everyone,” we mean it, and this includes a variety of youth golf programs right here at the Tahoe Donner Golf Course.

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Katey Hamill (Main)

PGA Jr. League

The Professional Golf Association (PGA) Jr. League is a haven for young golf lovers to get together every summer and learn the game in a fun, team environment. It’s a special partnership with the PGA that teaches not just the fundamentals of golf but also sportsmanship, teamwork, focus, dedication and safety.

Tahoe Donner Golf Course is home to three different PGA Jr. League teams to accommodate varying levels of skills and experience: Home, Development and Travel. All three provide opportunities for young players to develop their abilities on TD’s Golf Course while preparing them for competition with other teams and at other courses around the area.

The Development and Home Teams are ideal for youth golfers with some experience but who are new to competition.

The Travel Team allows advanced or older participants to play and mentor young players, like Jake Reinhard, a 16-year-old program participant turned coach. “There’s just a really great community vibe,” says Jake. “The team develops a great bond out there competing every week, and it makes it a lot easier to learn when you’re having fun with your buddies.”

Unlike other programs that spend most of their time at the driving range or putting green, the PGA Jr. League teams get plenty of course time. The teams have access to the Tahoe Donner course every Thursday afternoon and some Monday afternoons for ten weeks. The travel team also gets to play at some of the area’s best courses, like Martis Camp, Grey’s Crossing and Ponderosa.

“Tahoe Donner Golf Course is challenging, but we modify tee box distances, play formats and more to keep things fun, accessible and interesting for the various levels and abilities,” says program director and LPGA Professional Molly Springmann.

In addition to the course time, kids also get to ride in golf carts, test their skills in fun events like drive, chip and putt contests, participate in the junior club championship tournament and even go on a field trip to the Barracuda Pro Tournament. All participants also receive two personalized jerseys with their name and number and other great PGA swag.

By the Numbers P R O G R A M L E N GT H : 10 Weeks

THREE PGA JR. LEAGUE TEAMS: 1 Travel Team Competes in tournaments around the region 1 Development Team Plays mostly at Tahoe Donner but will do some travel and tournaments 1 Home Team Only plays and competes at Tahoe Donner

R E G I S T R AT I O N : Camps March 20, 2025 Teams April 9, 2025 Clinics May 7, 2025

LEARN MORE: tahoedonner.com/junior-golf-programs

Top to bottom: Retired LPGA Pro Annika Sorenstam (left) with junior golfer, Barbara Kuznetsov, at the Girls Annika Foundation Clinic; field Trip to the Barracuda Pro Tournament with the Travel and Home Team members; the Tahoe Donner Junior Club Championship with the Travel and Home Team members and coaches. Photos provided by Coach Molly Springmann.

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“It’s really a great program and just a lot of fun,” says 12-year-old Barbara Kuznetsov, a member of the Travel Team. “Getting out there every day has really helped my game, and there’s a lot of friendly competition with the other team members.

I look forward to it every year.” One of the biggest perks, perhaps, is for parents who also love golf. While your child is attending the program, it’s a great opportunity for you to stay and volunteer as a shuttle driver or work on your game in a lesson or at the driving range.

Alternative Programs

Space is limited on the PGA Jr. League teams, but there are other options for young golfers looking to sharpen their skills over the summer. “The progression we like to suggest is to start with lessons, then move to clinics, camps, play days, then the Home, Travel Development and Travel Teams,” says Springmann.

Here’s a handy breakdown of all our program offerings based on golfer skill level: • New to the Game? Try one of our lessons or rookie clinics.

• Returning Golfers: If you’ve already participated in a lesson, clinic or camp, check out our Practice Squad Clinic, camps, playdays, PGA Jr. League Home Team or level up with another one-onone lesson.

• Intermediate Golfers: Looking to take the next step after a Tahoe Donner program and course experience? Check out the Practice Squad Clinic, camps, playdays or the new PGA Jr. League Development Team.

Learn more about all non-PGA Jr. League youth golf programs in Tahoe Donner by visiting the website at tahoedonner.com/junior-golf-programs.

Katey Hamill

• Advanced Golfers: For our young veteran golfers, continue to build on your skills with private lessons, Practice Squad Clinic, camps, playdays and the PGA Jr. Travel Team.

Top to bottom, left to right: Coaches, cart rides, course time – Jean Lai (left) and Connie Kobayashi (right) take a golf cart with junior golfers, Astrid Haghjoo and Sloane Jacobs; All Stars (left to right) – Avery McGargill*, Elliot Haghjoo, Riley McLaughlin, Miles Kristian*, William Rende, Ian Burke, Asher Finch*; Drive, Chip + Putt Contest and Great Coaches – Coach Will Belden with (left to right) Everett Springmann, Stephan Panic, Saige Mock, Astrid Haghjoo and Sloane Jacobs; Coach Dan works with a junior golfer at the driving range. Photos provided by Coach Molly Springmann. *Ponderosa Team

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THE REPORT

2025 Annual Strategic Objectives

Details of the 2025 Annual Strategic Objectives are as follows:

OBJECTIVE FOCUS AREA: AMENITY ACCESS IMPROVEMENT Amenity Access Rule Change – Concluding a three-year process, the Amenity Access rule was adopted to improve the member experience. A Multi-Year Amenity Access Implementation Plan for enacting the updated policy was adopted in parallel with an Amenity Access Rule Change.

An annual Operating Plan is developed and reviewed by the board during the budget process and communicated to the membership.

A comprehensive communication campaign and ongoing member education plan is established, implemented and monitored for effectiveness.

OBJECTIVE FOCUS AREA: MEMBER VALUE + STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY Member Relations + Engagement – Execute identified areas of improvement and opportunities to increase member value, trust, awareness, and member satisfaction. Adapt and evolve programs and services following analysis of feedback from the 2023 Member Survey.

The 2025 Member and Communication Preferences Surveys are conducted to analyze member opinion, utilization, satisfaction, needs, priorities and barriers to access and participation.

Continue strengthening member community building through member events such as quarterly Member Happy Hour, Stewardship and Community Volunteer events and annual events.

Develop and implement renewed education on member value relating to the core HOA services for enhancing, protecting, maintaining and enforcing community standards including fire resiliency.

OBJECTIVE FOCUS AREA: LAND MANAGEMENT PLANNING + STEWARDSHIP 1. Land Management Plan Update – The Land Management Plan (LMP) update process will begin in 2025 through a robust board and member engagement process culminating with the development and adoption of an updated LMP in 2026. The LMP update will evolve from the 2016 LMP to address growing and changing use, environmental impacts, and updated regulatory

STRATEGIC INITIATIVES

SAFE COMMUNITY

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

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conditions. The LMP will include both developed and undeveloped portions of association-owned land and private parcels of the subdivision.

2. Fire Safety + Forest Health Rules Update – Association rules regulating fire safety and forest health are updated to adhere to established best practices, and changes in local, State, and Federal regulations, through a member engagement process culminating in the rule-making notification process and adoption of the rule change.

A Fire Safety and Forest Health rule change implementation plan is included which refines existing practices for forest health and defensible space and includes member education and outreach about the changes.

As part of the member education and outreach, concise communication of local and state laws and ordinances is created to establish clearer understanding of the regulations and fire protection agencies and Tahoe Donner roles in relation.

OBJECTIVE FOCUS AREA: ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1. Organizational + People Development – Operating plans and new operational strategies are developed to improve costeffectiveness, optimize visitation and participation in programs and services, and achieve a high level of user satisfaction with amenities and services. Ensure standard operating procedures (SOPs) are clarified, refined, rolled out, and reinforced. Continue to systemize and enhance organizational and governance performance metrics – qualitative and quantitative – for measuring continuous improvement, success, operational adjustments, and tracking initiatives and resource utilization to demonstrate how, and how well, actions and initiatives align with the governing documents.

In support of organizational development, training, and succession planning, cultivate new employee talent and core competencies, and strengthen existing competencies to meet the current and future organizational needs.

2. Good Governance – Through a multi-year process, association policy resolutions are reviewed and updated to serve current and future needs and to comply with the Davis-Stirling Act and other laws and regulations. Staff, committees and the board will support the implementation of administrative policies and association rule changes. Implementation of the Capital Funds policies updates will align with long-range capital improvement planning and the annual budget process.

To learn more about Tahoe Donner’s strategic five-year plan and the 2025 Annual Strategic Objectives’ goals and deliverables, visit tahoedonner.com/strategic-plan.

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Guided by the most recent five-year strategic plan adopted in 2021, Tahoe Donner staff establish yearly goals, timelines and budgets to ensure that the initiatives of the strategic plan are met.

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THE REPORT

Briefs LOCAL NEWS

Dark Skies Lighting Rebate Program

There are four options for storage: • 1 kayak spot - $245 • 2 kayak spots - $490

The Town of Truckee, in conjunction with the Climate Transformation Alliance and the Sierra Business Council, has a rebate program for local residents and business owners who want to change out their old exterior lighting with newer, energy-efficient and motionsensor lights that minimize light pollution by facing downward and illuminating only when movement is detected.

• 1 SUP spot - $245

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• Rebates are dispersed on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are expended.

• Rebates are available for commercial buildings, single-family and multi-family homes and buildings physically located within the Town of Truckee boundaries.

• Rebates cover 100% of qualified outdoor lighting equipment up to the specified rebate amount.

• Rebates can cover the cost of light bulbs if the fixture amount is below the rebate limit.

• Lighting fixtures with motion sensors will receive a $20 bonus per fixture.

Visit climatetransformationalliance.org/ dark-sky-rebate for details and to learn more about the Dark Skies Movement.

BEACH CLUB MARINA

Kayak + Stand-Up Paddleboard Storage Lottery Opens April 1 Reservation of kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) storage at the Beach Club Marina in the 2025 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.

• Drawing will be held April 16, 2025.

• 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.

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• 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.

Horse Boarding Applications Now Open The Equestrian Center is now accepting 2025 horse boarding applications for members with active Member ID Cards and nonmembers. Short- and long-term boarding is offered throughout the summer and includes twice-daily feedings of up to two flakes of grass and/or alfalfa hay, daily watering and cleaning. Horse trailer parking is available onsite. Applying does not guarantee a boarding space. Visit tahoedonner.com/equestrian for details and to apply.

ASSOCIATION UPDATE

Summer Camp Registration Reminders Summer camps will go on sale starting the week of March 10, with priority registration for members with active Member ID Cards and staggered camp registration dates.

Guest registration for all summer camps goes on sale on March 20. Please note: All Horsemanship Camps are changing to fullday camps.

Ensure all children ages 3-14 years old are listed as “members” on your ShopTD account.

Children labeled as “non-members” cannot be registered for camps and programs during the priority member registration dates and will need to register on guest launch dates.

Adding children of any age to your account as a member now requires documentation to verify a qualifying family relationship. See tahoedonner.com/amenity-access for more information regarding new member verification.

For information on all summer camps, visit tahoedonner.com/summercamps.

ASSOCIATION UPDATE

Boat + Trailer Storage Applications Available April 1-15 Tahoe Donner offers boat, trailer and RV storage (29-foot max) for Tahoe Donner members. Storage is available for the season, from May 1 through Sept. 30 (conditions permitting), and is not for shortterm or weekend accommodation. Visit tahoedonner.com/boat-and-trailer-storage for more information on costs and application requirements.

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This seven-week series, starting Thursday, March 27, and running weekly through Thursday, May 16, will expose Truckee and North Tahoe high school students to various technology sectors and highlight their practical applications in different career fields. The goal is to inspire and prepare students for diverse opportunities in our region. This program benefits students and participating organizations by boosting community engagement, building connections with potential future talent and nurturing a workforce adept in various modern skills.

TNT Tech Teens is open to all students in grades 9-12 living in Truckee and North Lake Tahoe. Students interested in participating must apply by Friday, March 7, 2025. The application can be found at truckee.com.

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THE REPORT

Board Meeting Recaps Special Board of Directors Meeting: Election and Voting Rules January 9, 2025

Proposed Election and Voting Rule Change The board authorized the publication of the proposed Election and Voting Rules change for a 45-day Notice with all supporting materials necessary to inform the members about the purpose and effect of the rule change. Motion passed 5-0.

Regular Board of Directors Meeting January 24, 2025

Consent Calendar The Architectural Standards Committee ADU and Groomer RRF items were removed from the consent calendar to be approved separately. All remaining items on the consent calendar and the Groomer RRF were approved in two separate motions, passing 5-0. The Architectural Standards Committee ADU item was tabled until January 27, 2025, and passed as presented 5-0.

Committee Reports The board received these items as information.

Board of Director Reports and Future Business Members of the Board of Directors were invited to provide brief reports on the status of the Association and/or any meetings, activities or events attended by directors and to raise items for potential future consideration by the Board of Directors.

• Director Gauny reported that the Downhill Ski Lodge temporary operations look great, grooming has been amazing, and The Lodge Restaurant & Pub menu is great.

• Director Koenes requests that fire prevention/safety/mitigation be a future agenda item.

• Director Roth reported that adding personal guests to his ShopTD account was easy once it was found.

and he addressed wildfire prevention in his Letter from the President.

Committee 2025 Annual Task Lists The board received and approved the draft 2025 committee annual task lists from the Finance and Long Range Planning Committees. Motion passed 5-0.

December 2024 Financial Report The board received and approved the unaudited December 2024 financials and a report on the holiday period. Motion passed 5-0.

Management Update The board received updates from management on the following: • Downhill Ski Lodge

Upcoming Committee Meetings Tuesday, March 4, 2025 – Elections Wednesday, March 5, 2025 – Trails + Open Space Tuesday, March 11, 2025 – Giving Fund Wednesday, March 12, 2025 – Architectural Standards Thursday, March 13, 2025 – Long-Range Planning Thursday, March 20, 2025 – Finance Thursday, March 27, 2025 – Covenants Wednesday, April 2, 2025 – Trails + Open Space To get meeting details, including Zoom meeting registration information and time, please send an email to executiveassistant@tahoedonner.com.

• Amenity Access Implementation

ASSOCIATION COMMITTEE CHAIRS

• 2024 Strategic Objectives

Architectural Standards | Rod Whitten cso@tahoedonner.com

• Election and Voting Rules The board received this as information.

Workforce Housing Study Implementation Plan The board received a presentation on the Workforce Housing Study Implementation Plan and approved it as presented in Exhibit A. Motion passed 5-0.

Covenants | Jim McNamara compliance@tahoedonner.com Elections | Steve Meyers electionscommittee@tahoedonner.com Finance | Joe Niedringhaus financecommittee@tahoedonner.com Giving Fund | Toni Moore tdgf@tahoedonner.com Long-Range Planning | Jerry Meek lrpc@tahoedonner.com Trails + Open Space | Peter Sawyer tos@tahoedonner.com

Go to tahoedonner.com/boardmeetingdocs 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 Thursday, March 13, 2025 – Special Meeting: Proposed Election and Voting Rules Change 45-Day Notice Friday, March 28, 2025 – Regular Meeting

MEMBERS SKI FREE DAY

Friday, April 25, 2025 – Regular Meeting Friday, May 23, 2025 – Regular Meeting Board meeting dates subject to change.

Visit tahoedonner.com for dates.

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All members with an active Member ID Card are invited ski for free. Pre-reserve lift tickets and day passes on ShopTD.

• Director Murrell reported that the progress on the Downhill Ski Lodge is terrific.

• Director Levine reported that the LA wildfires have been riveting and unnerving,

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Where in the World

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Wales Dave and Sonya (Retzlaff) Huggins enjoyed a fabulous week visiting several beaches in Wales with Helen Huggins-Williams and family. They stopped for a photo at Tenby (Dinbych-y-pysgod) overlooking Saint Catherine's Island.

Paris, France Chad Kindred and Steven Traykovski enjoyed watching beach volleyball under the Eiffel Tower at the Paris Olympics last summer, in between refuelluing with croissants.

Scotland Craig and Heather Stein traveled to Scotland for 10 days and visited many wonderful places. This picture was taken at the Urquhart Castle in the highlands next to Loch Ness and near Inverness.

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Please submit only JPG files of 300 dpi for printing. Photos must include a copy of Tahoe Donner News + Life. Please list the names of everyone in the picture, where it was taken and a short description. Note: Please be patient; it could take several months to see your photo published.

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