SRNCO a ‘healthy organization’ By Wes Perrin “We’re a very healthy organization,” said Harry Hamilton, Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory board president during the organization’s Oct. 13 annual meeting. “And we’re also very creative,” he added. More than 40 members and supporters attended the session, which featured a detailed financial analysis for the past year by treasurer Mike Gocke as well as a report by Hamilton on current activities and future plans. Hamilton made special mention of the long-awaited final construction of the new bird of prey enclosures. By unanimous vote three vacancies were filled on the board. Elected for three-year terms were newcomer Ken Arnold and returning directors Harry Hamilton and Dave Buhaly. Hamilton also introduced Lori Slaughter, the director of philanthropy, noting she would be heading up a comprehensive campaign to raise funds for future expansion. In responding to a question from the audience, observatory manager Bob Grossfeld acknowledged that the forthcoming solar eclipse on Aug. 21 “will be a very big deal in Central Oregon, and thousands of people are likely to visit.” The observatory is planning to provide programs for residents and visitors. The early morning meeting included a breakfast prepared by Teresa Bowerman. In accepting the applause of the gathering for her culinary expertise she complimented her husband, Jay, for serving as “sous chef.” She commented that she has now logged 44 years of volunteer work in a wide variety of capacities for SNCO. The organization has served the community since its founding in 1968.
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avian winter residents, a suet feeder is indispensable. Widely available at many local retailers, suet blocks are solidified beef tallow, often mixed with seed or dried fruit. Suet is an incredibly energy-rich food source for birds, packing a massive 240 calories per ounce. Birds absolutely love the energy-rich suet. A mountain chickadee needs only 10 calories of food per day, so a single block can feed dozens, if not hundreds of hungry birds. Unlike many summer birds, who prefer bird feeders with perches, many winter residents are ground feeders. Dark-eyed juncos, for instance, forage by hopping along the ground and pecking up whatever morsels may be around. They can be fed by spreading seed on the ground;
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however, this method can attract undesirable wildlife, such as squirrels. Instead, a platform feeder provides an ideal surface for the bird to forage on, while keeping seed off of the ground. Pine siskins and goldfinches are unique amongst local birds in that they are the only species that will eat nyjer, more commonly known as thistle seeds. These seeds are available in ready-to-hang sock type feeders. Offering a meal to these birds couldn’t be simpler. If you have any questions or concerns regarding Sunriver’s avian life, or would like advice on how best to feed and observe birds during the winter months, please call the Sunriver Nature Center at 541-5934394. The nature center is open Thursday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or reachable by cell at 541-7974438 Monday-Saturday.
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Second Tern receives extensive doll collection A remarkable collection of dolls said to be “highly collectible,” has arrived at the Second Tern Thrift Store, thanks to a generous donation from the family of Myrtle Hosier — a Central Oregon resident since 1968. “The total collection probably approaches 100 dolls, too many to exhibit at one time,” said Jay Bowerman, Tern volunteer who first examined the donation. “We only have space to display a few at a time in a special cabinet, and will add others as sales take place. Right now we don’t have a detailed inventory so anyone interested in learning which dolls will be coming online should go to manager@secondtern.com to be added to a contact list.” The dolls come from a number of prominent makers of collectibles including Reeves International, Danbury Mint and Franklin Heirloom. Several specific collections are represented, among them “Important Women of the World,” “American First Ladies” and “States of the U.S.A.” In addition there are Elvis dolls, and several examples portraying British royalty such as Princess Diana and Prince William. Doll collecting has long been a popular pastime, and proof that it continues to be a popular
today can be seen in the circulation figures of several national publications. “Doll Reader” claims to have a readership of “20,000 doll enthusiasts” and “Dolls Magazine” boasts its eblast “reaches 21,000 subscribers.” Actress Demi Moore has been reported to be the “world’s highest-profile doll collector” — at one time filling an entire residence with more than 2,000 of her favorites. “I guess you could say, our store is about to get really ‘dolled up,’ said Colly Rosenberg Tern manager. “Needless to say we are extremely pleased
to be able to add this amazing collection to our inventory of very special merchandise. We want to express our deepest appreciation to Hosier family for thinking of us when deciding how best to bequeath the collection.” Second Tern Thrift Store is located on Spring River Road, 1/4 mile west of Harper Bridge, and is open Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. All sales benefit the non-profit Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory. Call 541-593-3367 or visit www.secondtern.com
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