September 2025 Sunriver Scene by Sunriver Scene

SCENE

September 2025

Volume XLVIII, No. 9

57455 Abbot Drive PO Box 3278

Sunriver, OR 97707

OWNER/PUBLISHER

Sunriver Owners Association

The SUNRIVER SCENE is the o cial monthly publication of the Sunriver Owners Association, a not-for-pro t Oregon corporation dedicated to:

“Maintaining Sunriver as a premier residential and resort community, protecting its natural environment, vibrant quality of life, property values and overall economic vitality."

The Scene is mailed to Sunriver property owners anywhere in the U.S. and available at locations throughout Sunriver and through a paid subscription by mail.

Publication of advertising copy or individuals’ opinions in the Scene does not constitute endorsement by the newspaper, the Sunriver Owners Association or any of its members or board of directors. Each advertiser bears responsibility for claims made on their behalf.

All Scene content including stories, advertising and images are copyrighted and cannot be re-published without permission.

CONTACT THE SCENE

Editor | Communications Director

Susan Berger | 541.585.2937 susanb@srowners.org

Communications Specialist

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Communications Specialist

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LFR treatment next season.

This includes locating and identifying with light pink ribbon the approximate boundaries between SROA commons and private properties. It also entails assessing and marking with green paint trees on commons that meet the criteria for removal under the Sunriver LFR Plan.

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year, at an average sale price of $800,000 to $1 million, this fee could potentially generate $560,000 to $700,000 annual-

Owners are asked not to disturb the temporary ribbons and other field markings that will be used for LFR work on commons as it serves as an important reference for the contractors executing the work. Owners in the contract area will receive additional correspondence about these activities early next year. For information, contact SROA’s Natural Resources department at naturalresources@ srowners.org or 541-593-1522. Natural

ly. The fee would not be applied to non-monetary conveyances of a property.

Collected fees would be held in a separate account for the sole purpose of funding new, future capital projects. Potential projects could include the

creation of a Circle 2 to Circle 3 pathway (and other pathway improvements), new and/or improved park amenities along with new regional or “pocket” parks in underserved areas of Sunriver and expanded offerings at SHARC. These items

have been on the “to do” list but – with no specific funding source – have been put on hold.

“Please attend the October meeting,” Clark Pederson, SROA treasurer said. “This is a very, very important topic to the future of Sunriver.”

to only view the lodge from a distance and not disturb its furry residents. As a side note the harassment or disturbance of wildlife carries a hefty fine of $6,500 under ORS rule 498.006.

Here is some additional beaver facts:

• Beavers are crepuscular which means they are most active at dawn and dusk.

• Lodges have underwater entrances so coyotes and other predators cannot easily enter. Beavers continually maintain a lodge and will utilize the same lodge for many years.

• When a beaver chews down a tree, they remove the branches and use those for food and to maintain their lodges and dams.

Resources staff member conducts an LFR inspection.

Beavers enjoy snacking on lodgepole pines.

sroa president’s message OWNERS ASSOCIATION

I would like to start my first President’s Message by congratulating and welcoming our new board members Linda Beard (re-elected), Dale Harrison and Pam Hays who were announced at the August Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Annual Meeting.

Additionally, appreciation should be extended to other owners who threw their hats into the ring during the election cycle. Continuing directors and staff will make efforts to quickly “onboard” our new directors. An updated slate of board officers and other assignments should hopefully be updated by our September board meeting.

I would also like to extend appreciation to exiting directors Gerhard Beenen and Mark Murray (who resigned in March after selling his Sunriver home). Their contributions will be remembered and become a significant part of Sunriver history.

The next few months are always a busy time of the year for SROA as budget and planning preparation for 2026 begins with heavy involvement by staff, the Finance Committee, owner input and, ultimately, board approval.

As noted in the August Scene’s President’s Message and Treasurer Report, SROA’s financial status is strong. A great deal of this good news is due to the financial leadership by

staff (with special kudos to controller Joe Healy and his crew) and the Finance Committee.

Having been on your board for the last five years it is comforting to know that when budget recommendations are received by the board, we can feel comfortable that the proposals have been thoroughly analyzed. That is not to say that the board will approve all recommendations, and many questions are usually asked.

Upcoming activities surrounding the development of the 2026 budget include a Sept. 17 Special Board Meeting to address previously identified Capital Projects and the 2026 Work Plan. The annual goal setting/work plan meeting process was initiated last year with an eye toward settings goals and priorities for the following year. It also informs the budget preparation process mentioned above. The goals are linked to previous information from numerous sources such as the 2030 Strategic Plan, the Infrastructure and Amenities Plan, the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, the Pathway Master Plan, the Telecommunications Task Force, the Comprehensive Owners Survey, and other opportunities for owner input. In addition to existing and ongoing operations the task now is to develop priorities, drive priorities toward completion and, most importantly,

determine how to finance (i.e., pay for) what owners have said they want.

Related to that, owners have been hearing about an upcoming fall ballot measure regarding a Capital Transfer Fee proposal the board has approved, as recommend by the Finance Committee. This was discussed in greater detail in the July Scene. Briefly, the Finance Committee was tasked by the board to explore additional revenue sources for the association, specifically for new capital projects. After reviewing various options, the Finance Committee recommended this approach, which is common to HOAs. After review and input by our legal counsel, the SROA board decided additional work is required before launching a vote of the owners as required under SROA’s Consolidated Plan.

It is important to stress that this would be a way to help fund future capital projects without taking money from reserves designated for maintenance or replacement of existing infrastructure and amenities. Without this revenue stream, there would not be funding for identified future projects and may result in increasing maintenance fees or implementing special assessments.

While articles in the August Scene provide greater detail than I will here, further efforts to educate owners are forthcoming, including a Capital Transfer Fee owners forum on Oct. 2, moderated by the Owner Enrichment Committee

and available for live viewing (including a Q & A section) or later viewing of the recording. The proposed Capital Transfer Fee was also presented during a July owner forum at SHARC and during the Aug. 16 SROA Annual Meeting.

Your SROA board strongly encourages owners to understand and support this ballot measure, keeping in mind the future of what we all love about the uniqueness of our community, keeping Sunriver competitive and relevant, and maintaining the property values for your investment.

A final comment… at the time of this writing we have experienced minimal fire and smoke season impacts. However, as traditional fire seasons have expanded and our area is extremely dry, I ask all owners and guests to please, please, please take extra precautions and do your part in keeping our community safe and fire free.

If you are a property owner, survey your property for ladder fuel reduction (LFR) issues such as assuring that your gutters and roof are cleared of dry needles. Unsure of what LFR precautions should be taken? Please visit the SROA website (www.sunriverowners. org/propertypreparedness) and take a property self-assessment of your home and property. Already cited for noncompliance? Complete the work before fines increase.

Most importantly, compliance with community standards and regulations protects us all and every owner can be a part of the solution.

Monthly meeting highlights, actions of the SROA Board of Directors

The Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Board of Directors meeting was held Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025.

Board members present: Gerhard Beenen, Bill Burke, Keith Mobley, Clark Pederson, Mark Murray, Linda Beard, Roni Jacknow, Randy Schneider and Brad Banta.

Staff present: James Lewis, Susan Berger, Richie Villagrana.

Owners forums (summarized)

From Aug. 15 work session

• Cindy McCabe had questions about Mary McCallum park – especially with signage, adding benches, gate access and non-owner access. She also has concerns with the Resort’s restrictions on golf and feels

the Resort does not value the relationship with owners. She also questioned the need for two road crossings near Circle 3 and if dogs were required to be on leashes.

• Letter read into record from Brian Skeahan noted that committee members are public servants and that their decisions may be subject to criticism by others. The board’s role is to represent all owners, and it should be expected that they, too, may criticize the committee. Those who believe they are above criticism should not hold a committee position. Skeahan also feels the board has not given an appropriate response and has let down owners in regard to the Resort’s decision to privatize golf.

• Letter read into record from

SROA Financial Report

Total Operating Revenue...................................$8,563,311 Total

Paul Conte requesting information about the Covenants Task Force (actually the Rules and Regulation Update Task Force), and its members, be posted to the SROA website so owners can stay informed, to include all owners in the discussions and provide an opportunity to weigh in – from start to finish.

• Letter read into record from Judy Calkins stating she is struggling with proper recycling among rental guests, and her own family, and has removed recycling from her

By Clark Pederson

How do SROA finances look at mid-year 2025 versus our budget? I am pleased to report that our finances are in good shape.

In our day-to-day operating account, revenues year-todate are ahead of budget by $32,400. This is due to prepayment of Sunriver Scene advertising, SHARC gate admissions, Recreation Plus Program revenue and interest earned on operating funds.

Sales of Member Preference Program and Recreation Plus Program are 80.6% and 100% of our budget forecast. August Member Preference sales will largely determine whether we will meet our annual budget for this program.

Expenses in our operating account are under budget by $42,350. This is a result of unfilled staff positions during the first half of the year and much lower than expected legal fees (which is a very good thing).

The accumulated savings we have in staff expenses should hold through the year, continuing to be a positive contributor to our performance versus budget.

In materials and services expenses, we were over budget $20,200, due to water and sewer expenses caused by leaks in our SHARC outdoor pools and lazy river and the cost of repairing those leaks. Also, pool chemicals costs increased more than expected.

On the non-operating side, revenues were ahead of budget by $46,900. A major contribution, $35,800, was from interest earned on our reserve balance with interest rates staying higher for longer than expected.

homes. With the recycling center gone, everything now goes in the trash and seems counterproductive.

• Letter read into record from Ron Reimer about growing concerns over the proposed transfer fee and the shift in Resort policies to restrict owner access to golf and other amenities to create exclusivity. He suggests implementing a daily facility fee for resort guests to fairly reflect the value of the amenities and services – many

Our investment portfolio for both operating and nonoperating funds is earning 4.1%. We have extended the maturity range for a portion of the reserve assets to lock in these higher rates for a few extra years in anticipation of lower rates. As always, our primary investment objective is safety of the principal.

Another positive contribution was better than expected payoffs of the original SHARC building assessments as some of the owners that chose the 15-year payment schedule have been paying the assessments off prior to next year’s final payment.

Our combined operating/ non-operating surplus through

Bill Burke

of which are funded and maintained by owners.

From Aug. 16 regular meeting

• Greg Slater inquired about the Resort marking a large number of trees on the Woodlands course for removal after already removing trees several months ago. He is bothered by the impact on the natural environment and asked the board’s stance on the removal of trees for a financial benefit.

Board actions

• Approved minutes of the July 18, 2025 SROA board work session.

• Approved minutes of the July 19, 2025 SROA board regular meeting.

• Approved the SROA unaudited financial statements for the month ending July 31, 2025.

• Approved the appointment of Tom Pepple as a member of the Covenants Committee.

• Certified the results of the 2025 SROA election of three board members: Linda Beard, Dale Harrison and Pam Hays for three-year terms starting at the close of the Aug. 16 SROA annual meeting and ending August 2028.

Other business

• Discussed comments made between a board member and Design Committee members at previous board meetings.

• As an outgoing board member, Gerhard Beenen was thanked for his time serving on the SROA board. “It was an enjoyable nine years,” Beenen said. “I’ve really had a good time and look forward to spending more time with the grandkids and to pursue longer travel opportunities."

Association operations

• Administration: Participated in the July 24 Capital Projects meeting for owners (second meeting) to discuss multiple capital items and potential funding sources. A presentation on the Capital Transfer Fee was made by Director Pederson. Met with Executive Director and Finance officer from the SNCO for a quarterly

Treasurer

June 30 was $586,300, which was $117,800 better than the budget. It was a good first half for Sunriver finances.

Many large expenses come in the fall as we spend large

check-in. Met with board chair and GM for Caldera Springs to discuss e-bike use and rentals from local bike shops. Met with SSD (board members and police chief) regarding a proposal for expanding the SSD boundaries for police services. Conducted followup interviews for Recreation Director position. Offered the position in early August and it was accepted with a start date of Sept. 16.

• Accounting: Continue bulk fiber billings to owners who are hooked up and communications with owners who are not. Worked on new Capital Transfer Fee for fourth quarter special election. Invested $2 million in a five year treasury bond.

• Communications: Made last moves into new office space. Re-organized our storage closet as attic space is no longer available due to fire code restrictions. Working on a brochure/booklet for the Oktoberfest event and created a page for SHARC's website. Also created an Oktoberfest banner, which is hanging on the school fence at the South Century roundabout. Rounded up most of the "no fireworks" signs. We left a couple at the main entry points for another month or so.

• Community Development: There are currently (end of July) approximately 250 active projects/building permits (up slightly from the previous month of June at 235). Reinspections of homes on the 2024 paint survey (conducted September 2024) are being done now. Ninety-eight second letters were sent in July to owners that have not painted with an Oct. 31, 2025 deadline. Responding to owner's questions relative to tree protection barriers. A high percentage of the calls are for clarification from owners who want to gain compliance, which is very encouraging to staff. The second round of tree protection compliance inspections has begun. Properties that are still out of compliance will be sent a postcard reminder of the items to correct, and the deadline for those corrections.

• Natural Resources: Continued planning the 25th annual War on Weeds Aug. 1-14.

amounts of funds for paving and asphalt repair, and ladder fuel reduction. These expenses could have an impact on our final budget.

–Clark Pederson is treasurer of the SROA Board of Directors and chair of the Finance Committee. pederson@ srowners.org

Completed condominium and commercial noxious weed inspections. Prepared and mailed LFR notice of violation letters and citations. Prepared and mailed noxious weed notice of deficiency letters. Prepared and mailed noxious weed courtesy letters. Continued bull frog monitoring.

• IT: Storm related power surges took out two older UPS power systems at SHARC and an older audio power amplifier. Replacements have been ordered. A modem stopped working for the Ranch Cabin tennis courts and affecting gate access. Sound quality issues in the board room due to new conduit in the floor. Working with Bend Electric on a solution. Installed Davis air quality sensor at SHARC.

• Public Works: Winners

Circle pocket park is 85% complete including 3,500 sq ft of pavers and a shade structure. The remaining rock garden and natural balance beam will be done in the fall. The “apollo” play structure at Fort Rock Park webbing/ropes will need to be replaced this year as it is showing signs of failure. We have made it safe to use currently, but the fix is temporary. It took all days of July to finish LFR chipping. Replaced the clutch and other items on the chipper. The former recycling structure has been repaired and painted.

Parks/Landscaping Lead position has been offered and accepted by Bryan Mclaughin. One of two tech positions has also been filled.

• Recreation/SHARC: Very steady operations was witnessed at all our recreation outlets in

July. Pickleball courts have been consistently meeting close to capacity limits for the morning hours of play every day in July. Tennis and pickleball clinics will be consistently offered through Labor Day with private lessons available for pickleball (by request) through early October.

The meeting adjourned at 10:23 a.m.

The next SROA board work session will take place at 9 a.m. Sept. 19 followed by the regular board meeting at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 20.

To watch the recorded meeting via YouTube, visit the meeting date on SROA website calendar for the YouTube link.

Meeting minutes, once approved, are available on the SROA website at www. sunriverowners.org

SROA Compliance Corner: Annual paint survey to begin

SROA NEWS – With summer fully upon us, exterior painting of houses has been kicked into high gear. Each year the SROA Design Committee takes on the daunting task of canvasing Sunriver to inspect structures in the community to determine which need paint as noted in section 3.10(a)(13) of the Design Manual. The SROA Design Committee is comprised of Sunriver owners who volunteer their time to help keep Sunriver looking as it should.

Committee members are assigned specific areas of Sunriver and perform the survey on foot by walking around houses,

condos and commercial buildings grading the quality of the paint. As a side note to property owners, section 11.05 of the Consolidated Plan affords Design Committee members the opportunity to walk onto all properties in Sunriver, residential or commercial, in order to perform the survey inspection. Committee members are identifiable by orange vests with ID lanyards indicating they are a member of the Sunriver Design Committee. If the committee determines that a structure requires painting, that information is passed along to Community Development Department staff to

administer the remainder of the paint survey process.

A letter is then mailed to the property owner in October or early November, alerting them their property has been placed on the paint survey. A deadline is included in the letter for when painting of the home or business needs to be completed.

SROA has a paint board of approved colors outside the Community Development office, next door to the SROA admin office. You can also find an online paint sheet on the SROA website: www.sunriverowners.org/ departments/communitydevelopment/design-manualforms

DMV announces new online option to report collisions

Getting into a collision can be stressful, sometimes scary.

Fortunately, reporting the collision to Oregon DMV is now easier. Drivers involved in a collision can now complete and submit the report to DMV using an online service.

All you need is an internet connection and the ability to log onto DMV2U.oregon. gov and find the details on the DMV Collision Report webpage.

"DMV is focusing on more self-service options,” DMV administrator Amy Joyce said. “The new online option for the Oregon Traffic Collision and Insurance Report is part of DMV’s expanding menu of online services that are available 24/7 at DMV2U. The online

collision report saves customers time since they no longer need to submit the form by mail, fax or at a DMV office. Customers can save and return to the report later, it will be available for 30 days. This latest effort aimed at improving the DMV experience for our customers is another mechanism to provide customers with a self-service option."

By law, you must file a collision report (formerly called an accident report) with Oregon DMV within 72 hours of a motor vehicle collision when any of the following are true:

• Injury or death resulted from the collision.

• Damage to your vehicle is

more than $2,500.

• Damage to anyone’s property other than a vehicle involved in the collision is more than $2,500.

• Damage to any vehicle is more than $2,500 and any vehicle is towed from the scene.

ODOT’s Crash Analysis & Reporting Unit recorded 46,762 reportable crashes on all roads in Oregon in 2023. Oregon DMV staff annually process about 200,000 Oregon traffic collision and insurance reports. The online collision report will vastly improve the collection of collision data, which other ODOT divisions use to plan and build safety projects, and which DMV’s

Transportation Safety office uses to distribute federal grant money and other resources to improve driver behavior.

The collision report on DMV2U can be filled out using smartphones and other devices, and you will immediately receive a confirmation email and

reference number.

DMV officials strongly recommends you download a copy or print the report you submit. The online collision report meets ADA requirements and saves you time since you no longer need to submit the form by mail, fax or at a DMV office.

Last chance for SROA provided ladder fuels pickup

SROA NEWS – There’s still time to clean up your yard of ladder fuels. The last pickups of the season will take place the first week in September and October.

This annual pickup program, offered by the Sunriver Owners Association Public Works Department, is provided only to individual Sunriver property owners for reduction of ladder fuels. Owners using contractors or contractors doing work on private property are responsible for disposal of all debris they create. Vegetative materials generated from building construction is also the responsibility of the owner and their contractor and will not be removed by SROA.

Please observe the following for pickup:

• Have all ladder fuels materials at roadside at the start of the first full week of the month.

• There is no need to call. All Sunriver roads are checked.

• Cut tree branches to eightfoot maximum lengths.

• Stack brush next to and parallel with the road edge so equipment can reach it without going off road.

• Be careful to not stack near or on top of electric/telephone/ cable boxes, water/sewer valves and meters, big rocks or sprinklers.

• Bagged materials will NOT be collected.

SROA does not pick up pine needles, grass, leaves or

small branches. If you try to include this material, the pile will be left. Grass clippings, pine needles or other organic materials can be taken to the following fee-based facilities:

• Sunriver Environmental, LLC composting site at Lake Penhollow. Call for hours at 541-593-4197

• La Pine Transfer Station (541-317-3163)

• Knott Landfill, Bend (541388-1910)

For information about the SROA ladder fuels pickup program, visit www. sunriverowners.org/lfr.

Stay 'ready' during ﬁre season

This is just a gentle reminder to stay aware and prepared as Sunriver and Central Oregon remain under an extreme fire danger warning.

While this fire season may “seem” to have been mild so far, keep in mind that much of the fire activity in our area has been extinguished quickly and stayed under the radar.

Did you know, for example, that a fire was stopped at one acre near Lolo Butte in the Deschutes National Forest seven miles from Sunriver on Aug. 11? Or that a house fire less than one mile west of Sunriver spread into the national forest before it was contained on July 7?

Different weather conditions or emergency responder availability may have resulted in very different outcomes for these fires. And let’s not forget that it wasn’t until after Labor Day last year that the Little Lava Fire forced Sunriver into a Level 2 evacuation status, prompting some to heed the warning and evacuate Sunriver and other nearby communities. Even though summer is winding down, now is not the time to let your guard down.

Be sure to review the

emergency evacuation procedures associated with wildfire that are found at www. sunriveremergencyinfo.com, including the “Ready, Set, Go” emergency level designations for an evacuation.

Sunriver residents should always be in the “READY” mode from June through October. This means that you should be aware of the fire danger that exists in our area, monitor emergency services websites and local media outlets for information, and take appropriate preparations and precautionary actions for potential evacuation.

ese actions include:

• Stay in touch: Make sure your cell phone is fully charged and operational

• Make sure all vehicles are fueled weekly.

• Continually monitor fire conditions: if you haven’t already, sign up for Sunriver specific and Deschutes County emergency alerts to your cell phone by following the instructions found at www. sunriveremergencyinfo.com.

There are other activities that come into play during the next levels that you can prepare for now.

For example, during the “SET” level you need to be prepared to leave/evacuate at a moment’s notice. Now is a good time to review “Level 2/ Be SET checklists. What do you need to bring with you if you have to leave the community - immediately?

Other steps you can take to be prepared for the remainder of fire season include:

• Build your own “Go-Kit” that you can use at home or take with you in case you must evacuate. Find info at www. sunriveremergencyinfo.com/ preparedness-kit

• Prepare your home and yard by creating defensible space against wildfire. Visit www.sunriverowners.org/ propertypreparedness for more information. There are selfassessment checklists to see if

your home is defensible against the threat of fire.

Thank you all for staying “READY” this fire season.

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With summer activities winding down, fall is a great time to focus on ourselves, check off an item or two on the dreaded to do list, plan next year’s travel, train your dog to accompany you on the pathways and trails, or resume Silent Meditation Drop-In Gathering and Teaching.

Read below for class descriptions and presenter information. All classes require registration through www. sunriveryou.com. Note that registration closes 24 hours prior to the class start time except for SROA forums, for which registration doesn’t close until well after the forum has begun. The Sunriver You website also includes an option to view recorded forums and select classes on YouTube.

Board Forum: A Discussion of the Proposed Capital Transfer Fee

Thursday, Oct. 2, 4 to 5:30 p.m. via Zoom.

This forum, presented by SROA board president Bill Burke, board treasurer Clark Pedersen and general manager James Lewis, will provide information on how the proposed Capital Transfer Fee would work, why the board selected this type of fee to fund future capital projects, and why it is needed. The presentation will be followed by a moderated Q & A session. The meeting will be recorded for later viewing by those who could not attend.

All Sunriver You classes require registration, which closes 24 hours before the class start time. Visit sunriveryou.com to register.

On the Right Path: Trail Manners for Modern Dogs

Tuesday, Oct. 7, 4 to 5:30 p.m. at SHARC.

Instructor: Michelle Stern

In this fun and informative workshop, Fear Free certified dog trainer Michelle Stern will show you how to train your dog to accompany you on the pathways and trails with confidence and courtesy. You'll learn leashhandling tips, how to choose the right gear for safety and comfort, and how to read your dog's body language so you can prevent problems before they start. We'll also dig into the unspoken rules of the path, such as how to help others feel safe around your dog, when to pull over for bikes and kids, and how to coexist peacefully with the local wildlife. These simple steps will make a big difference in helping our community feel more welcoming to everyone on two or four legs. Whether your dog is a trail newbie or a seasoned sniffer, you'll leave with practical tools to help ensure harmony between dogs,

people and the natural world around us

Stern, founder of Pooch Parenting, is a certified professional dog trainer, dog behavior consultant, certified fear-free practitioner, family dog mediator, mom and credentialed teacher. She specializes in helping parents balance the needs of their kids and dogs at all ages and stages so that their whole family can live in harmony. She has a popular podcast of her own called the Pooch Parenting Podcast and has been a guest on over 20 other podcast shows. She also offers online classes, private consultations and a variety of other coaching and support services.

Travel Forum: Less Travelled European Destinations on Your Own

Wednesday, Oct. 8, 4 to 5:30 p.m. at SHARC.

Presenters: Helen Heeren, Peter and Julie Barrett, Gwen Gamble, Ali Belkacem

Have you been curious about independent travel or perhaps eager to try it but feeling a bit uncertain?

Traveling independently lets you explore at your own pace, venture off the beaten path, and follow your own interests.

This forum will inspire and empower you to take a DIY approach to your next adventure. You’ll discover fascinating destinations and get practical planning tips from experienced travelers who have organized their own itineraries and driven themselves once abroad. The presentations will include:

• Scotland: The Hebridean Islands, Highlands and a Wee Dram by Helen Heeren

• Iceland: Tips for Travelling the land of Fire and Ice by Peter and Julie Barrett

• Germany: Navigating German Roads and Festivals by Gwen Gamble

• Southern Europe: Planning and Experiencing the Hidden Gems of Southern Europe by Ali Belkacem

Demystifying Estate Planning

Wednesday, Oct. 22, 4 to 5:30 p.m. at SHARC.

Instructor: Julie L. Gregory, Horner Law LLP

Nearly two-thirds of Americans do not have an estate plan. The process can seem too complicated, many don't think they have enough assets to warrant one or know where to start, and it's easy to procrastinate and not face our mortality any time soon. At the same time, we don't want to pass assets to

Fall in love with fungi: Mushroom hunting in Central Oregon & Fungi Fest

By SNCO Staﬀ

When autumn blankets Central Oregon in hues of gold, copper and burgundy, the forests hide one of nature’s most fascinating treasures –mushrooms.

From the shady trails of the Cascade foothills to the mossy understories of Deschutes National Forest, the region hosts a dazzling variety of fungi, each with a unique role in the ecosystem. Mushroom hunting isn’t just about filling a basket. It’s about slowing down, noticing the details, and appreciating the vital part fungi play in keeping the forests healthy.

The Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory and Central

Oregon Mushroom Club invite you to attend the ninth annual Fungi Fest & Mushroom Show, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11 at SHARC. Tickets are available at fungifest.snco.org.

Whether you’re a seasoned forager or a curious beginner, Fungi Fest offers something for everyone, mushroom displays, expert talks, guided walks, and hands-on activities for all ages. Come celebrate the wild and wonderful world of fungi with us!

Any good mushroom hunter feels a thrill when the first early fall rains touch down on the land, it’s a sure sign that wild mushrooms are on the move,

promising good hunting and good eating in the weeks ahead. This year, the spotlight is on one of the forest’s most striking residents: the Chicken of the

Woods. With its bright orange and yellow shelves, this eyecatching mushroom can often be found growing on dead or dying trees, where it helps recy-

How forests store carbon and why it matters

By Kelli Anderson, SNCO Staﬀ

Carbon, with the chemical symbol C and atomic number 6, is the fourth most abundant element in the universe after hydrogen, helium and oxygen. Its atoms can bond in a remarkable variety of ways, and its versatility enables the formation of complex structures known as organic molecules. These include carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids such as DNA. Due to its abundance and its ability to form stable, complex structures at temperatures found on Earth, carbon serves as the

the 9th annual

backbone of all life.

You can learn more about carbon at the Sunriver Nature Center’s upcoming Twilight Talk: Forest Carbon Pools & Verified Carbon Units – An Overview. The event begins at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25 with light appetizers at the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory’s Pozzi Education Building, 57245 River Road, off Circle 3 on the way to the marina.

Guests will have the chance to meet the presenter before the lecture, which begins at 4:30 p.m. Twilight Talks are a free event, but please register at www.snco.org and consider do-

nating to support the mission of education and conservation. Participants also will get a sneak peek at the 2025 fall tree catalog and first dibs on available trees. The ponderosa tree sale takes place from Sept. 26 to Oct. 5.

In his engaging lecture, forestry expert Dr. Terry Droessler will explore how forests function as carbon pools – living reservoirs that store carbon in many forms, from towering trees to hidden root systems and fallen logs slowly leaching carbon into the soil. Learn how forest composition, new growth, and deadfall determine

each area’s unique storage capacity, and discover the science and analytics behind measuring Verified Carbon Units (VCUs) – a standardized unit representing one metric ton of CO2e (carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases).

Droessler will examine how these measurements are used in regulatory and compliance markets, where industries, such as coal-fired power plants, purchase carbon credits to offset their emissions. Learn more about the cap-and-trade system and the organizations working within it.

Since the conversion of one

FUNGI FEST

• When: Oct. 11

• Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Location: SHARC

• Tickets: https://fungifest.snco.org

cle nutrients back into the soil. Long admired by foragers for both its beauty and its culinary potential, it’s a reminder that our local forests hold surprises around every bend.

At this year’s Fungi Fest, enjoy local artisans showcasing their mushroom-inspired creations, along with food vendors, crafts, and a dazzling display of Central Oregon mushrooms sure to wow you and pique your curiosity.

element to another is extremely rare, the total amount of carbon on Earth is essentially fixed. All processes that use carbon must take it from somewhere and release it elsewhere. This continual exchange is known as the carbon cycle. Forests, and the diverse plant species within them, play a crucial role in the carbon cycle and in the exchange of carbon from the atmosphere into living things. Through photosynthesis, plants absorb carbon and convert it into sugars, effectively storing it in their tissues.

OCTOBER 11, 2025

Tickets available now Save with preregistration

'Chicken of the Woods' illustration by Julie Hamilton.

The Second Tern Thrift Store currently has 75 volunteers.

Who are these volunteers, what do they have in common, how many hours do they volunteer, and how long have they been at the Tern?

All questions deserving answers.

Volunteers were surveyed and basic demographics were gathered. Volunteers were asked some thought-provoking questions, resulting in many interesting and amusing answers. Here’s a look at what was learned:

Volunteers and their hours:

• Through July 2025, Tern volunteers have completed 13,127 hours. That’s an average of 1,875 hours per month. One volunteer volunteered 753 hours for the maximum. It’s projected by the end of the year volunteers will have logged 22,500 hours.

• In 2024, there were 90 volunteers who logged 20,454 hours with an average of 1,705 per month and a maximum for one volunteer of 1,209 hours.

• In 2023, there were 91 volunteers who logged 21,200 hours with an average 1,767 per month, and a maximum for one volunteer of 973 hours.

Demographics:

• Age: 80% of volunteers are in the 60-80 range; 13%, 80-100; 5%, 40-60; and 2%, 20-40

• How long at the Tern: 0-5 years, 53%; 6-10, 33%; and 11 or more years, 14%. The longest volunteer is 30 years.

• How long in Central Oregon: 0-5 years, 14%; 6-10, 43%; and 11 or more years, 43%. The volunteer who has

lived here the longest is 54 years.

• Live in what Zip code: 80%, 97707 and 20% other but all 977##.

SROA Committees

Contact the chair if you have questions about a committee or the projects they are currently working on

SROA Board of Directors

Bill Burke, president sroaboard@srowners.org

Covenants

Tony De Alicante, chair covenants@srowners.org

Design

Charlie Meyer, chair designinfo@srowners.org

Election Chair open election@srowners.org

Finance

Clark Pederson, chair ﬁnance@srowners.org

Nominating Laureen Anderson, chair nominating@srowners.org

Owner Enrichment

Mark Fisler, chair ownerenrichment@srowners.org

Interested in joining a committee, special project or task force?

Contact Becki Sylvester at SROA by calling 541-593-2411.

SEPTEMBER MEETINGS

for

Design Committee Meeting-------------------------10am SROA Admin

Artists’ Gallery Reception --------------------------- 4pm Village

17SROA Board Special Meeting 2026 Work Plan--9am SROA Admin 18 Finance Committee ------------------------------------9am SROA Admin

SSD Board Meeting --------------------------------------1pm Fire/Police Station

19SROA Board Work Session---------------------------9am SROA Admin

20 SROA Board Meeting----------------------------------9am SROA Admin

Design Committee Meeting -----------------------10am SROA Admin Sunriver Oktoberfest -------------------------------- Community Wide Event

Sunriver Oktoberfest --------------------------------Community Wide Event Sunriver Saturday Market --------------------------9am SHARC (Basketball Court)

Group Gatherings

These groups meet regularly, same time, same place

Monday

Ladies Lunch and Bridge 11:30 a.m. Village Bar & Grill Sign up: 593-5906 or 536-1533

Alcoholics Anonymous

7 p.m. Pozzi building at the Sunriver Nature Center

Tuesday

Mountain Meadow Quilters 1 p.m. second Tuesday of the month at Community Bible Church Info: 302-378-8446

Partners Bridge

3 p.m., Crescent room at SHARC. $1, register/info: 541-556-6408

Wednesday

Sunriver Rotary

7:45 a.m., Hearth Room at the Sunriver Lodge www.sunriver-lapinerotary.org

Raresingle-levelhomeinSunriver!IdeallylocatedonLittleCt.,thiscozy retreatbackstoaspaciouscommonareaandisconvenientlysituatednear SHARC.Enjoyhighmountaincharmwithvaultedceilings,oversizedwindows, andastonefireplacethatbringswarmthandcharacter.Thiswell-cared-for homeisnotinarentalprogram.MLS#220200051

Sunriver Republicans

5:30 p.m. second Wednesday of the month. 20 Maury Mtn. Lane

Thursday

Duplicate Bridge

3 p.m., First, second, fourth & ﬁfth Thursday, Crescent room at SHARC. $1, register/info: 541-556-6408

AREACHURCHSERVICES

Experience the beauty of Sunriver this September where crisp mornings, golden afternoons, and endless outdoor adventures await Whether you’re searching for a full-time home, a vacation getaway, or an investment property, we can help you find the your

Experiencethebeautyof SunriverthisSeptember— wherecrispmornings, goldenafternoons,and endlessoutdoor adventuresawait. Whetheryou’researching forafull-timehome,a vacationgetaway,oran investmentproperty,we canhelpyoufindthe perfectfitinthissoughtafterCentralOregon community.Let’smake yourSunriverdream areality!

Holy Trinity Catholic Mass: 9:30am Thurs.; 5:30pm Sat.; 8am Sun. 18143 Cottonwood Road 541-593-5990, 541-536-3571 www.holyredeemerparish.net Fr. Paul Antao, SDB

Community Bible Church at Sunriver 10am Sunday 57175 Theater Drive 541-593-8341

www.cbcsunriver.org

Pastor: Jeff Welch

Sunriver Christian Fellowship 10am Sunday 18139 Cottonwood Road. All faiths welcome. 541-593-1183

www.sunriverchristianfellowship.org Rev. Kally Elliott

The Door at Three Rivers 10am Sunday 86885 Enterprise Drive (Bus. Park) 541-550-3088 www.thedoor3r.org

Pastor: Brent Maxwell

SRWC wraps up busy summer with welcome back happy hour

As the sun sets on another beautiful Sunriver summer of hiking, floating, cycling and other fun activities, the Sunriver Women’s Club (SRWC) is gearing up for a new season of “Friends, Fun and Philanthropy.”

The SRWC Welcome Back Happy Hour is the perfect way to reconnect with local friends after the busy summer travel and hosting season. This nohost event features tasty bites

and drinks from Century Commons food vendors and taphouse and a lively atmosphere for catching up with friends – old and new. Best of all, the event is open to prospective members, partners and guests – be sure to bring a friend to share in the fun. Everyone gets a raffle ticket for prizes.

Happy Hour will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 10 at Century Commons Taps & Trucks in the

Sunriver Business Park.

New members can register at the event and representatives of the various club activities will be available to answer questions about all that the SRWC has to offer. A “tech team” will be available to assist with the membership software.

The evening doubles as a pint night fundraiser, with a portion of beverage sales benefiting the SRWC Community Grant program. Learn how these grants support local nonprofits on the SRWC website.

Monthly luncheons begin in October

Starting in October, the monthly member luncheons return, featuring a delicious meal at the Grille at Crosswater along with an engaging speaker. The luncheons are a wonderful opportunity to learn, be inspired, receive club updates and stay connected. The October speaker is from the Deschutes Land Trust and will talk about the current health of our local land, water and air.

Watch for details and registration info at www. sunriverwomensclub.org.

President’s message

Our major fundraiser, the Sunriver Art Fair, filled The Village at Sunriver in August with more than 80 amazing artists who enjoyed a steady stream of buyers and lovely weather. Special thanks to the many volunteers who put in long hours to make it happen, to members who housed artists during the fair and to the Sunriver community and businesses who supported this important event.

Summer is a busy time with travel, family visiting and other distractions. Fall is the time we come together to see old friends, make new ones and discover the various ways we have fun with one another. So, let’s toast to the changing seasons and a year of new adventures. I can’t wait to see you at Century Commons in September – and at Crosswater in October.

Please reach out to me with any questions.

–Brigitte Bourret, SRWC president president@ sunriverwomensclub.org

SROA annual meeting video available for online viewing

SROA NEWS – For those who could not attend the SROA’s Aug. 16 annual meeting in person, you can watch a recording of the meeting via YouTube.

Close to 200 owners were in attendance, more than double the number of attendees in past years.

Topics discussed at the meeting included accomplishments of the past year, treasurer report, recognition of outgoing and new board members, information about the proposed Capital Transfer Fee, a report

by SROA’s general manager and board president. The meeting concluded with an owner forum. Owner comments, along with answers to those comments and questions, will also be posted to the website, once completed.

To view the video and PowerPoint presentation, visit the SROA website at www.sunriverowners.org/ annualmeeting

For those who like to plan ahead, the 2026 Annual Meeting will take place on Aug. 15, 1 p.m. at SHARC.

Parallel Assassin - Light

Materials List

Parallel Assassin - Light Materials List

Hook: Daiichi 4640, size 14 - 18

Thread: Ultra 140 Denier, tan

Pin: ½” sequin pin

Weight: 3/32s gold or tungsten bead

Tail: Lemon wood duck flank feather

Rib: UV polar flash, pearl

Body: 85% hare’s ear tan dubbing 15% UV callibaetis

Hackle: Lemon wood duck flank feather

Tying Instructions:

Tying instructions and steps are being published in video form and can be found on the Sunriver Anglers Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/SunriverAnglers/ or at the following YouTube URL: https:// youtu.be/SmUd5OnlfsQ. While this video features the Glass Bead Black Assassin, tying steps for the Parallel Assassin Light are similar.

Fly Tying Corner: Parallel Assassin - Light

By Phil Fischer

I have been experimenting with fly patterns on our local lakes throughout this summer.

One fly that kept coming up in various fishing reports is Tom Loe’s assassin pattern. Loe is a guide from the Eastern Sierra in California who recently relocated to Central Oregon.

He brought with him a lot of still water expertise, and some of his well-known patterns, including the assassin.

The Parallel Assassin - Light is pattern that does an excellent job imitating callibaetis nymphs, which are prolific in many of our local lakes. This version is balanced, or parallel, allowing it to hang horizontally beneath a strike indicator. This season, I have had excellent success with this fly on East, Little Lava and Hosmer lakes. This pattern can be tied in a variety of colors, and is mirrors the caddis pupa Bird’s Nest Pattern, developed by Cal Bird from the 1950s. This pattern is popular in black, dark brown, olive and tan.

In the lighter olive and tan colors, it is an excellent imita-

tion for callibaetis nymphs. In the darker colors and smaller sizes, it is an excellent imitation for both caddis and midge pupa.

For my version of the Parallel Assassin, I modified the original pattern slightly. Rather than solid tan dubbing for the body of this fly, I used a blend of tan and callibaetis UV tan. This adds color and texture to the pattern. And for the hackle, I used lemon wood duck.

Lastly, weight this fly to your preference. It can be tied weight-free, with a glass bead to enable it to sink slowly, with some non-toxic wire to speed up the sink rate, or with a brass or tungsten bead to get the fly to depth quickly.

I fish this pattern under a strike indicator as the dropper fly in tandem with a black balanced leech, which is the subject of an earlier Fly Tying Corner article from July 2020

Anglers Newsletter (YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/JIdr0ztMMkQ). This pair of flies was especially effective as fish congregated in the channels on Crane Prairie during the heat of summer. The leech pattern is weighted, and the assassin is lightly weighted and sinks very slowly to act like the natural caddis pupa. As fall approaches and the water cools, try this pattern on a midge tip line and retrieve it very slowly on the shallows and flats.

Experiment with this pattern during the callibaetis hatches on our local lakes throughout the summer and fall. If you have questions or would like additional information about the Parallel Assassin Light pattern, please email me. Or, if you have suggestions on future patterns to feature in this column, I welcome your input. I can be reached at philfischer@ sbcglobal.net.

25 years

The Sunriver Anglers announces the return of Shannon Sands of Fly and Field for its September meeting.

Members and the community members are invited to the meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 3 at SHARC, 57250 Overlook Rd. in Sunriver. Doors open at 5:15 p.m., with the presentation from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Meetings are free. Be sure to bring some money for the bucket raffle.

As the weather starts to change, the fishing always

tends to get better. There are less crowds, the fish are hungry, and for some individuals, thoughts turn to “the fish of a thousand casts.” Steelhead! Steelhead! Steelhead! During the presentation, Sands will be covering the necessary gear to use, both spey and single hand. He also will discuss the most common methods, including the

2025 da odil bulb fall sale

By SROA Owner Enrichment Committee

It’s never too early to think about spring 2026.

Now in the fourth year, it’s time to get ready for the 2025 daffodil bulb sale. For the previous three years, the Sunriver Owner Enrichment Committee (OEC) has sponsored daffodil bulb sales and distributed more than 9,000 bulbs to bring early spring color and joy to Sunriver.

Why daffodils? Because they are beautiful harbingers of spring and deer do not eat

Anglers

"swing" and nymphing tactics. In addition, he will talk about the local and regional rivers that give you the best chance at hooking a steelhead. Those that are interested can sign up for a spey casting clinic later this month. The date is to be announced.

Here's Sands’ bio:

“All things spey and steelhead is my game. My earliest memories are of fishing the Northwest Oregon coastal rivers along with the Sandy and Clackamas while growing up. After college I moved to Sunriver where I was a golf professional at both the Woodlands and Meadows while fishing the lakes before and after work especially my

them.

This year the OEC has again ordered 3,000 daffodil bulbs from the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm in Woodburn. All the varieties this year feature large blooms and most are repeats from last year. Wooden Shoe is a family run Oregon flower farm which grows 80 varieties of tulips along with daffodils and perennials on its 40 acres.

Remarkably, Wooden Shoe has been able to hold the price of the bulbs at $1/bulb. Interested owners can preorder in the range of 20 (minimum) to

250 (maximum). Don’t want 20 – split them with a neighbor. The bulbs sold at cost to the OEC.

Send an email to SunriverDaffodils@gmail.com with the number of bulbs you want, your name and physical Sunriver address. Payment will be due by cash or check at the time of pick up. Final instructions will be sent in early October.

The current expectation is for owners to pick up bulbs on either Saturday, Oct. 11 or Oct. 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

While I loved the

industry, it really put a damper on my fishing time and I had to give one up, of course fishing won the battle. I started working for the Sunriver Fly Shop for 6 years and have since been with Fly and Field for 4 years now. You'll find me on Crane prairie from May to early July, East Lake with my daughter, but mainly I'll be prowling the waters of

any river that has steelhead swimming in it. I would be hard pressed to name a favorite river but the North Umpqua, Deschutes, and Bulkley river would be somewhere in my top five.”

For information, visit the sunriveranglers.org.

at the SROA administration parking lot.

You cannot pre-select the bulbs you want since they are distributed on a first come, first

Browns Creek

served basis. Labeled bags are provided or you can bring your own. You will simply show up, select your bulbs and fill your own order allotment – easy.

favorite lake, Davis.

golf

Sunriver Oktoberfest festivities

Gather with friends, family and community members to celebrate the first Sunriver Oktoberfest on Friday, Sept. 26 and Saturday, Sept. 27 in Sunriver.

Sept. 26 events include:

• Putt Putt Golf Tournament at Sunriver Resort

• Accordian musician at the Sunriver Library

• Live music at Century Commons Taps & Trucks

• Events at Sunriver Brewing Taproom include introducing a new beer Sept. 27 events include:

• Family fun activities and fun runs at The Village at Sunriver

• Beer garden, music, food, contests, activities and more at SHARC (visit www.sunriv ersharc.com/oktoberfest)

• Sunriver Saturday Market activities Visit sunriverchamber.com to learn more about each event.

Last Sunriver Saturday Market to host Oktoberfest contests

Celebrate autumn’s arrival at the last Sunriver Saturday Market of the season. There will be more than 60 vendors selling locally grown and handmade items from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 27 at SHARC. Vendors vary from produce and pastries to artwork and jewelry and candles and clothing to woodwork and health and beauty items. View the list of

vendors at www.sunriverchamber.com.

Community members and visitors are also invited to participate in the market’s Oktoberfest activities:

• 9:30 a.m. Crowning the longest married couple: Send your names, the date you were married and number of children, grandchildren and great grandchildren to exec@sunriverchamber.com.

• 10:30 a.m. Pretzel eating contest: Open to the first 25 people who register at exec@ sunriverchamber.com. The cost is $5, with the funds going to Care & Share food bank. Winner receives a medal and a beer mug.

• 11:30 a.m. Pretzel tossing contest: Open to the first 25 people who register at exec@

sunriverchamber.com. The cost is $5, with the funds going to Care & Share. Winner receives a medal and a beer mug.

• 12:15 p.m. Fashion show/ contest for the best dressed German outfit: Stop by at 12:10 p.m. to sign up. Bring a can of food to be donated to Care & Share. Guest judges decide the winner, who will receive a medal and beer mug.

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Chamber announces newest members, tasty empanadas and more

The Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed four new members in the last month.

Mark your calendar for the second annual Sunriver Saturday Holiday Market on Saturday, Nov. 29 at SHARC. Sponsorships are available - this is a great way to promote your business.

Nelson Tile & Stone; Surface Kitchen & Bath

Nelson Tile & Stone and Surface Kitchen & Bath are Central Oregon’s one-stopshop for homeowners’ design and build needs.

They have been serving Bend with quality remodel services and materials since 2002.

What began as a trusted local source for tile and stone has evolved int Bend’s premier full-service remodeling firm, backed by more than two decades of experience, a highly skilled in-house team, and an expansive 8,000 square foot design central tailored for elevated living.

Their design center offers a curated selection of premium tile, countertops, hardwood, custom cabin cabinetry, carpet, fixtures and more.

The handpicked brands are

ones they trust, built to perform, and chosen for their functionality, and design-forward appeal.

Whether you are a homeowner, interior designer or builder, the team members at Nelson Tile & Stone and Surface Kitchen & Bath begin their process by listening to your goals, lifestyle, space and budget.

A true one-stop shop, Nelson Tile & Stone and Surface Kitchen & Bath team members bring every detail of your remodel under one roof from design and material selection to fabrication and installation.

Their in-house designers, project managers, and installers work in sync with a network of trusted contractors to ensure cohesive, high-quality results on every project, whether you are renovating a kitchen, transforming a bathroom or reimagining an entire home.

Visit Nelson Tile & Stone at nelsontileandstone.com and Surface Kitchen & Bath at surfacekb.com.

Sustained Health Coach

Jill Tarpley has 40 years of varied nursing experience.

She started as a candy striper and climbed the ranks of CAN,

LVN, ASN, BSN, PHN and, finally, nurse coach.

The changes in medicine she has seen through her varied roles has shown a common theme of caregiver burnout, not only in others but with herself as well.

"We are complex individuals, intellectual, spiritual, compassionate, physical and much more," Tarpley said. "Addressing all these areas of our own lives takes practice and personal time that we often put aside for the care of others."

Through her own life’s ups and downs, Tarpley has gained an understanding that she is in control of her actions and reactions.

"I would love to share how to gain and utilize the strengths and courage in others' lives," she said.

What is a nurse coach?

A nurse coach is a registered nurse who has completed specialized training in health and wellness coaching.

Nurse coaches encourage and support learning through a collaborative partnership with their patients, with respect for autonomy and their own needs and choices.

The focus is to empower patients, partnered with their

coach, to achieve their health goals through lifestyle changes and behavior modification.

While health is the focus, personal growth is an added benefit.

“Through breathwork, restorative movement and mindfulness practices, we help clients reconnect with themselves and build sustainable resilience,” Tarpley said. “We bring decades of medical insight to ground our wellness practice in compassion and science.”

If you would like to feel healthier, please contact us at sustainedhealthcoach.com or call 530-263-1115.

Hot Lava Empanadas

Empanadas are a South American staple in Uruguay and Argentina.

They are now available at Hot Lava Empanada, a foodcart at Sunriver Brewing Taproom in the Sunriver Business Park.

The food cart is open 3 to 8 p.m. daily.

Empanadas range in hearty fillings to cheesy beef, spicy cheese beef, creamy cheese chicken, ham and cheese, chorizo, potato, egg and cheese, and cheese-based vegetarian.

The empanadas also are available daily at the bakery –while supplies last. Visit hotlavabakery.com for additional information.

Sunriver Saturday Holiday Market

The Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the second annual Sunriver Saturday Holiday Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29 at SHARC.

There will be more than 50 Central Oregon vendors selling gifts, crafts, food and beverages. There will be a canned food drive to benefit Care & Share, a nonprofit food bank serving the Sunriver and Three Rivers area.

Sponsorships are available at for following levels:

Five Gold at $400 each: Business logo on all marketing materials including posters, postcards and banner; promoted on website, social media and Sunriver Scene – from Sept. 8 to Nov. 30; banner or marketing materials at the holiday market.

Five Silver at $200 each: Business promoted on website, social media and Sunriver

Scene from Sept. 8 to Nov. 30, banner or marketing materials at holiday market.

If your nonprofit would like to participate by sharing information at the chamber’s booth, please contact Kristine at exec@ sunriverchamber.com.

Searching for intel on Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus

If you have intel on how to reach Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus, please share their email address to exec@sunrivercham ber.com so they can be invited to attend the market.

Learn about what’s happening in the business community and about upcoming events by signing up for the Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce’s weekly email newsletters.

On Mondays, the newletter features news about the chamber and its members.

The Wednesday newletter is dedicated to highlighting upcoming events hosted by chamber members.

It’s free to receive the newsletters and you can specify if you wish to receive both or only one newsletter.

Follow the chamber on Instagram to learn more about what’s happening in the Sunriver area. Subscribe to the newsletters by emailing exec@sunriver chamber.com.

Become a chamber member

The question is often asked… why should I become a chamber member?

The Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce is an advocate for your business. Its mission is to “Promote and Enhance the Economic Vitality of the Sunriver Community."

Work done by the chamber includes the Sunriver Magazine, annual State of South Deschutes County Breakfast, Career Exploration Lunch for middle school students, Sunriver Oktoberfest, Sunriver Saturday Market, Shop Sunriver programs, two weekly newsletters and promoting members on its social media.

Every day, locals and visitors call the chamber office asking for referrals.

Add your business’ name to the list by becoming a chamber member.

Email exec@sunrivercham ber.com to arrange a time to meet and learn about the chamber.

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‘Know Secrets’ during Deschutes Public Library’s September programs

Psst! The cat’s out of the bag this September as the Deschutes Public Library reveals “Know Secrets.”

All programs are free and open to the public. Programs marked with an asterisk require registration.

For information, visit www. deschuteslibrary.org. People with disabilities needing accommodations should contact Liz Goodrich at lizg@ deschuteslibrary.org or 541312-1032

Family Friendly Yoga

Join us for a beginner yoga class. There is room for the first 12 participants who arrive.

• Friday, Sept. 5, 10 a.m. East Bend Library, 62080 Dean Swift Road

• Friday, Sept. 12, 10 a.m. Downtown Bend Library, 601 NW Wall Street

Aging In Your Own Home: Stay Independent Longer

There are many stages to aging, and for many people, remaining in their own home is their priority. Gain useful tools and resources that are available to help you or a loved one stay independent longer.

• Tuesday, Sept. 9, 11 a.m. Redmond Library, 827 SW Deschutes Avenue

Upstream Family Explorers*

Find out what makes a healthy creek and discover the tiny aquatic creatures that live inside this fascinating habitat. Intended for children ages 4–7; all children must be accompa-

nied by a caregiver. Registration required.

• Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2 p.m. Shevlin Park

e Secrets to Crêpes*

Learn to make nalysnyky, a delicate paper-thin crêpe filled with a soft, creamy, homemade cheese filling. Intended for teens ages 13-18. Registration required.

• Friday, Sept. 12, 6:30 p.m. The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way, Bend

Paper Secrets: All-Occasion Card Workshop*

Attend a hands-on card-making session where participants can create two unique all-occasion cards. No prior experience is needed. Registration required.

• Tuesday, Sept. 16, 3:30 p.m. La Pine Library, 16425 1st Street

Driving the Alaska-Canada Highway

Plan the trip of a lifetime driving 1,800 miles from the Lower 48 to Fairbanks, Alaska. Presenters Jane and Jim Kress share tips and tricks they’ve learned from traveling to Alaska since the 1970s.

• Tuesday, Sept. 16, 5:30 p.m. Redmond Library, 827 SW Deschutes Avenue

• Wednesday, Sept. 24, 6 p.m. Downtown Bend Library, 601 NW Wall Street

Sunriver Nature Center and Observatory: Secrets in the Soil

Enjoy a mushroom dissection, microscope viewing, and learn about energy flow with a simple food web activity through hands-on activities. Intended for children ages 6-12; children under 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver.

• Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2 p.m. Sunriver Library, 56855 Venture Lane

Clever Girl: Red Spy Queen Secrets hidden. Secrets revealed. Hear from author Lauren Kessler, who worked to uncover and understand this complex story, chronicling the fraught life of Elizabeth Bentley.

• Saturday, Sept. 20, 3 p.m. Redmond Library, 827 SW Deschutes Avenue

• Sunday, Sept. 21, 11 a.m. Downtown Bend Library, 601 NW Wall Street

e Secret Self Speaks: A Writing and Bookmaking Playshop*

Shine new light on memories, dreams, desires or truths you’ve never told. Create handmade booklets with compartments to stash your secrets.

Registration required.

• Monday, Sept. 22, 4 p.m.

Downtown Bend Library, 601 NW Wall Street

Hospice 101

Learn what hospice is, what it isn’t, and how and when to access it.

• Tuesday, Sept. 23, 11 a.m.

Downtown Bend Library, 601 NW Wall Street

e Secret to Better Boundaries*

Without firm boundaries, we allow our lives to become dictated to by the whims, wants, and needs of others, at the expense of our own. Learn to set and maintain healthy boundaries with confidence. Registration required.

• Tuesday, Sept. 23, 6 p.m.

Downtown Bend Library, 601 NW Wall Street

Children's Museum of Central Oregon Pop-Up Exhibits

Join the Children's Museum of Central Oregon and check out some favorite exhibits during this open playtime. Intended for children ages 0-11; all children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

• Wednesday, Sept. 24, 3–4 p.m. Redmond Library, 827 SW Deschutes Avenue

Kids' Math Night with Mathnasium

Discover the secrets of math with fun and games to get your kid excited about STEM. Intended for elementary-and middle-school-aged children; all children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

• Friday, Sept. 26, 3 p.m. Downtown Bend Library, 601 NW Wall Street

Introduction to Geocaching

Learn how to play this real-world, outdoor treasure-hunting game that’s free and fun for the whole family. After the presentation, join a one-mile walk to find a geocache.

• Sunday, Sept. 28, 2 p.m. Downtown Bend Library, 601 NW Wall Street

Seeking great Sunriver images for 2026 Owner Guide & Directory

SROA NEWS – The Sunriver Owners Association will soon be working on the 2026 Owner Guide & Directory and is looking for photos to grace the cover and inside pages.

Send us your striking sunsets, snow-covered meadow, wildlife, river float, wildflowers or other scenic imagery – so long as it’s within Sunriver.

Images will be selected based on quality and composition.

The submission deadline is Oct. 31. Submit entries to susanb@srowners.org. For more information, call 541585-2937.

Wanted: Photographs

Why: Photographs are requested for the 2026 Owner Guide & Directory

Deadline: Friday, Oct. 31

Submit to: susanb@ srowners.org

Questions: Call 541-5852937

Image submission requirements:

• Photos must be of subjects within in Sunriver

• Scenic-type images only; no people

• Entrants may submit up to four images

• Must be high resolution (200-300dpi) digital image (no prints)

• Photo should be of good exposure and in focus

• Send un-cropped and unedited files.

Any required editing/cropping will be done during the guide’s layout process

• If images are large, you may need to send each one in a separate email or put the files on a thumb drive and bring it

to the Scene office at the SROA admin building (57455 Abbot Drive)

• SROA reserves the right to use submitted images other future publications and/or marketing purposes

• SROA reserves the right to reject an image(s)

• Submission deadline is Oct. 31

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WOW volunteers work to protect Sunriver’s natural

SROA NEWS – Thanks to the efforts of 30-plus Sunriver residents and visitors more than 40 bags of noxious weeds were removed from commons during SROA’s 25th annual War on Weeds event.

Spreading across hundreds of acres of Sunriver common areas, volunteers located, pulled and bagged tens of thousands of spotted knapweed plants –the most common and pervasive noxious weed in Sunriver.

Considering that an average spotted knapweed plant produces 1,000 seeds – with a large plant producing up to 25,000 seeds – every one of these unwanted invaders eliminated by a volunteer significantly reduces its future presence in Sunriver.

Noxious weeds displace native vegetation and are disruptive to wildlife habitat.

By controlling spotted knapweed and removing the plants before they go to seed, volunteers are ensuring that penstemon, lupine, aster, spirea and other wildflowers have the opportunity to flourish in our landscapes, and that the birds, insects and small mammals that depend on these plants for nutrition and shelter can thrive.

SROA’s War on Weeds program enables volunteers to participate as their schedule and interests allow.

Online registration forms and identification guides, digital maps, supplies such as bags provided by SROA’s partner SOLVE, and bag pick-up ser-

environment

vices add convenience and flexibility to the program.

New volunteers are always welcome.

“WOW volunteers are ab-

solutely critical in our fight to control noxious weeds in Sunriver’s common areas,” SROA Director of Natural Resources Patti Gentiluomo said. “Their contribution is so appreciated. We couldn’t do this without them.”

Thank you and congratulations to all of our generous

volunteers for a job well done. Want to be involved next year? Contact SROA’s Natural Resources Department at 541593-1522 or email naturalre sources@srowners.org. For information about noxious weeds in Sunriver, visit www.sunriverowners.org/nox iousweeds.

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Sunriver Antique & Classic Car Show on Sept. 6

Flashback to the past at the 10th annual Sunriver Antique & Classic Car Show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6 in the Village at Sunriver. Enjoy a summer’s day listening to music while wandering through the Village admiring cars from the 1920s and ’30s, hot rods, and the muscle cars of the ’70s and ’80s.

Prizes will be awarded in a variety of classes. Cars from 1900-1980 welcome!

The 10th Annual Antique & Classic Car Show is free to attend.

If you would like to enter a car in the show, visit www.villageatsunriver.com to register.

Space is limited, and spots are assigned on a first come, first served basis. All proceeds benefit Care & Share, the local

By Lee Haroun

There is still time to purchase raffle tickets to win a Class 1 e-bike.

The deadline to purchase tickets is Tuesday, Sept. 30 for the Class 1 e-bike, which is legal to ride on Sunriver pathways.

The raffle is sponsored by the Sunriver-La Pine Rotary Club.

The bike retails for $999.99 and is on display at First Interstate Bank in The Village at Sunriver. Visit www.sunriver-lapinerotary.org for information.

Raffle tickets are $25 and can be purchased using the QR code shown on the website or on posters at the bank.

nonprofit food bank.

Registrations will not be accepted on the day of the event.

Sunriver Dog Fest on Sept. 6

In celebration of its three year anniversary, Peaceful Pet Supplements is teaming up with Sunriver’s Century Commons Tap House & Food Trucks to

host the first Sunriver Dog Fest on Saturday, Sept. 6.

Held from noon to 5 p.m. in the Sunriver Business Park, event highlights include:

• Local vendors and dog-related businesses

• Doggie contests: Prizes from Ruff Wear, Bend Pet Express and Muddy Hut Pet Shop

• Adoptions from Silver Lining Rescue and Street Dog Heroes

• Live music

• Great food and drinks from local favorites

• And more surprises

Well-socialized, leashed dogs are welcome to join in on the fun. For information or how to be a vendor, email info@ peacefulpetsupplements.com.

EV-OLUTION on Sept. 26

MidState Electric hosts

EV-OLUTION from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25 at La Pine Transit Center.

If you own an electric vehicle, bring it and show it off.

EV owners can RSVP at drive electricmonth.org/event?even tid=4877. A free event, guests can play games, enjoy snacks and beverages and enter the raffle while learning about electric transportation.

Visions of Sugarplums on Nov. 15

Mark your calendar for the annual bake sale and craft ex-

travaganza to be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15 at SHARC in Sunriver. Sunriver Christian Fellowship and friends hosts the yearly event that has raised more than $340,000 for local charities since its inception15 years ago. Hundreds of volunteer hours go into the preparation of frozen entrees and soups, breads, desserts and crafts.

It is a wonderful way to stock up for the holidays and purchase the perfect gift for someone on your holiday shopping list.

There is a popular raffle with great prizes, including a wagon of wine, a painting by a local artist, and a stay in a cabin on the McKenzie River.

While credit and debit cards are welcome, customers are encouraged to pay cash if possible. This will help to save on fees, which means more money for charity.

Watch for details in future editions of the Sunriver Scene. If you have questions, please email vspsunriver@gmail.com.

Visit with Sunriver-La Pine Rotary Club members who will be selling tickets at the Sunriver Saturday Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27 at SHARC.

If you’ve been thinking about getting an e-bike, don’t miss this opportunity to win one and support the Rotary Club.

Visions of Sugarplums is an ideal place to start your holiday shopping and to find frozen entrees and soups.

This Class 1 e-bike is being raffled by the Sunriver-La Pine Rotary Club.

Sunriver Stars: Keeping the arts alive with the power of the community

By Megan Steﬀens

Community theater is more than a stage.

It’s a place where stories come to life, friendships are built, and creativity thrives.

For both youth and adults, the stage offers a unique space to grow, connect, and contribute to something bigger than themselves.

Community theater brings people of all generations, and walks of life together under one roof, whether in the spotlight or behind the scenes.

Youth discover the joy of

expressing themselves, learning teamwork and building confidence. They are able to do so during our annual summer theater camp for kids, offered completely free to local youth thanks to grants we work tirelessly to secure each year.

Adults find opportunities to explore their creative side, share their experience, and connect with neighbors in a meaningful way.

Community theater creates bonds that reach far beyond the spotlights.

Audiences gather to support

local talent, neighbors work together toward a common goal, and friendships are forged across age groups and backgrounds.

It strengthens the cultural fabric of a town and fosters a sense of pride in shared accomplishments. In an age dominated by screens, community theater keeps the magic of live performances alive. It reminds us that stories told in person have a unique power. Every laugh, gasp, and tear is shared in real time.

Since 2012, SSCT has been

bringing theater magic to Sunriver. Founder and creative director Victoria Kristy shares why it matters.

“The most important word in my opinion in our name is community,” Kristy said. “No matter if one or eighty-five, when part of a cast we share a human connection, both on stage and off. We solve problems together and create a story that we can share with others. Together we create the magic that is theater.”

Whether you’re a teenager dreaming of your first role, a

parent eager to try something new, or a retiree ready to revisit a long-lost passion, there’s a place for you in community theater. From acting and singing to set building and costumes, every hand helps bring the magic to life.

So, join the story-because at Sunriver Stars Community Theater, there’s always room in the cast for you.

Visit sunriverstars.org or email info@sunriverstars.org to learn how to volunteer with the Sunriver Stars Community Theater.

SRWC community grant applications due in September

Do you know of a nonprofit or school that supports children and/or families in south Deschutes County?

The Sunriver Women’s Club (SRWC) is accepting grant applications from nonprofits and schools that address one of these focus areas: child abuse and neglect prevention and intervention, education and youth development, hunger prevention, physical and mental health, or safe housing. Fall grant applications are due by 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 22, and can be found at sunri-

verwomensclub.org/grant-applications.

Prior grantees must complete a final grant report before applying. Applicants are required to be a qualified tax-exempt organization or public school serving residents of south Deschutes County, including Sunriver, Three Rivers, Huntington and La Pine.

SRWC grants are awarded twice a year in October and March.

The application and vetting process is overseen by a nine-member committee

When: Applications are due by 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 22 Visit: sunriverwomensclub. org/grant-applications to learn application guidelines

responsible for soliciting grant applications, conducting a thorough evaluation and making funding recommendations

to the SRWC Board of Directors.

Committee members have diverse professional backgrounds combined with a history of philanthropic participation in the community. Since its inception in 1999, the SRWC philanthropy program has awarded more than $1.2 million in community and

special grants.

Grants are made possible through fundraising events such as the Sunriver Art Fair in August and Art Meets Wine in the High Desert in May and generous donations from SRWC members, community members and area businesses. Visit sunriverwomensclub. org to learn about the club.

Habitat welcomes new board members dedicated to building a stronger community

Habitat for Humanity La Pine Sunriver announced the addition of four new members to its board of directors.

These individuals bring deep community roots, professional expertise and a shared commitment to the mission of creating affordable housing and strengthening neighborhoods across south Deschutes

County.

Please welcome:

• Patrick Jackson, loan officer at New American Funding

• Jessica McIntyre, Realtor, La Pine Realty

• Jennifer Michaud, branch manager at US Bank La Pine

• Robin Mirrasoul, retired La Pine business owner

“We are honored to welcome

Patrick, Jessica, Jennifer and Robin to our board,” Kim Gammond, executive director of Habitat for Humanity La Pine Sunriver, said. “Their combined experience in housing, finance and community development will help us further our vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.”

These new board members will play an integral role in advancing Habitat’s mission, supporting homebuilding initiatives and expanding outreach in the La Pine and Sunriver communities.

For information on the board, volunteer opportunities or how to get involved, visit www.habitatlapinesunriver.

Yarn bombing by Sunriver Women’s Club Knitting Group

The Sunriver Women’s Club Knitting Group participated in a yarn bombing in July.

This was a fun promotional effort to help advertise for a theatre production, “Voiceless a Musical.”

The yarn bombing took place on July 19 at the Newport Market in Bend.

The large bear statue sitting near the store entrance was dressed in a spectacular flower garland and colorful cape.

Nearby trees also received knitted adornment.

The Sunriver Women’s Club

Knitting Group volunteered to knit items for the yarn bombing, as well as pieces used on the stage.

The yarn bombed bear, and trees, drew lots of attention and fun comments, as community neighbors walked, or drove, by.

The Knitting Group is one of many ways members of the Sunriver Women’s Club can participate in activities from hiking and mountain biking to book clubs and dinner parties.

Learn about the women’s club and its activities by visiting sunriverwomenssclub.org.

org.Founded in 1993, Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver has built more than 40 affordable homes in three neighborhoods, including Putney Place. Habitat provides more than 100 critical, health and safety repairs to neighbors in south Deschutes County, and runs a thriving ReStore in La Pine.

Deni Porter: Watercolor ArtAmy Phei er: Hand Crafted Jewelry

Dave Fox: Fine Art Painting

David Lloyd Warren: Contemporary Ceramics

Wild res are still a threat –even as the summer heat fades to autumn weather

By Jim Bennett

September is a great month in our beautiful paradise.

We are closing in on the beginning of fall but likely we have a lot more sun and warm days before then.

As we have seen, especially in the last few years, devastating wildfires have occurred on the West Coast and especially in Oregon.

Between the dryness in our forests and the minimal amount of moisture and rainfall in the last couple of months, our forests are at significant risk.

Our mission is crystal clear: do not let down our guard and keep vigilant until we have snow on the ground.

Throughout the summer we’ve had “Red Flag” days and other than knowing it means there is elevated fire danger, for some there is that level of curiosity of what that actually means and what triggers the alert.

Red Flag warnings are issued by the National Weather Service in collaboration with other agencies, such as the Oregon

Department of Forestry.

Generally, the factors of consideration for issuing the alert include warm/hot temperatures, mixed with low humidity and strong wind events.

Other factors considered are fuel moisture (the amount of moisture contained within plant materials in the area of concern) as well as thunderstorm activity and other weather conditions.

Red Flag Warnings are issued when conditions indicate an immediate threat of fire or an already occurring fire incident(s).

During these periods the public messaging is to be extra cautious and report fires immediately due to the very volatile situation.

Many fire agencies, like ours, when possible, also increase staffing or add in an additional wildlands firefighting crew so as to be prepared.

National Preparedness Month

September is National Preparedness Month, so it’s the perfect time to be thinking

SSD monthly board meetings

There is no police log or highlights of the August SSD meeting as it was held after the Scene went to press. The next meeting will be Sept. 18, 1 p.m. in the public safety facility conference room.

about your preparedness for emergencies, especially those that can happen in the home. With the potential for wildfire still lurking about, it’s important to keep evacuation in the forefront of our preparedness efforts.

If you had to leave your home, your street, or ultimately our community, would you be ready to go?

We’ve talked extensively about being sure you are signed up for the emergency alert systems (go to www.sunriveremergencyinfo.com) so that you’ll get as much advanced notification as possible.

However, it’s one thing to know it’s time to go, but are you prepared?

If you’re not prepared and a level 3 evacuation (GO NOW!) alert is called, just go.

Property can be replaced,

lives can’t – there is absolutely no time to waste. For context, evacuation levels are:

• Level 1 (BE READY)

• Level 2 (BE SET)

• Level 3 (GO NOW!)

If you have time in advance, such as now, do an inventory of what you will absolutely need to take with you (if time allows) and what would be nice to take with you if you have time.

Know what you need to take in case of an emergency

Items include pets and necessary supplies, cellphone and chargers, medications, medical equipment, water and food, flashlight, first aid kit, cash and any important irreplaceable documents and other safety items.

Having those all ready to go in a locked, fire-resistant box can save precious time, and if

you don’t have time to grab it, the contents will likely be protected from the fire.

If time permits (this happens with advance planning), additional items will be very beneficial in the coming days, especially if you need to go to a shelter or elsewhere.

These include changes of clothes, bedding, additional pet supplies, and the next level of irreplaceable items you prefer not to leave behind.

Disasters could impact communication systems

Over the last few years there has been a lot of discussion about the potential for a future Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake off the west coast, which could cause massive damage to our state.

While likely not to cause as significant damage here as it will on the coast and valley, there could still be impacts.

One area that could be affected state-wide is communications.

During disasters such as this, communication outages may not be as uniform as you think,

Sunriver Police take part in National Night Out

Sunriver’s National Night Out was a tremendous success, bringing together more than 250 community members for an evening of fun, food and connection in The Village at Sunriver.

Held annually on the first Tuesday of August, this event is part of a nationwide campaign aimed at fostering stronger relationships between law enforcement, emergency services and the communities they serve.

This year’s event featured a delicious barbecue, sweet treats like cotton candy, and a variety of games. Youngsters and adults alike were excited to explore the

emergency vehicles up close, including a fire truck, ambulance and a new police truck.

Eventgoers got the chance to meet their local police officers and firefighters, ask questions and learn more about the tools they use and essential services they provide.

“National Night Out is about building trust, relationships and community,” Sunriver Police Chief Pete Rasic said.

“It’s always great to see so many families come out to meet our staff, enjoy the festivities, and show support for the work all of our emergency responders do.”

A special thank you goes out

to the Sunriver Country Store for generously donating food, The Village at Sunriver for providing location, tables and chairs, and the dedicated members of the Sunriver Citizen Patrol team, who volunteered their time to help make the evening run smoothly.

Mark your calendar – National Night Out returns on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026. Don’t miss the chance to connect with the first responders who answer the call and to celebrate what makes Sunriver a great place to live.

For information, visit www. sunriversdor.gov.

Help guide the future of public safety

The Sunriver Police and Fire Foundation is proud to serve as a bridge between the Sunriver community and the dedicated men and women of the Sunriver Police and Fire departments.

Over the last three years, the foundation supported essential public safety programs, offered educational seminars, hosted community events and helped raise awareness about the outstanding work Sunriver’s first responders do every day.

As our community evolves, so too must the foundation.

Several board members have completed their terms, relocated or moved on to serve in other important community roles. These transitions are natural and expected and now they open the door for new members to step in and bring fresh energy and ideas to the foundation.

The foundation is proud of the contributions that current and past board members have made. Founding vice president Mary Fister helped set a strong course. President Dennis Dishaw, Robert Foster and Ron Schmid each brought valuable experience as former directors of the Sunriver Service District.

Among other efforts, board members Jill Stephens elevated the foundation’s communica-

tions efforts, Stacey DeWald ensured events were well organized, and Dee Henderson made Bingo a fun experience.

These leaders helped create a strong and respected foundation and now, the foundation invites you to consider joining to carry this work forward.

Police Chief Pete Rasic and Fire Chief Bill Boos recently shared: “The foundation plays a vital role in supporting both the fire and police Departments in Sunriver.

Their ongoing efforts help ensure our personnel have the resources and support they need in their daily service to the community. We are grateful for their partnership and proud to stand alongside them.”

Their words reflect the important mission the foundation serves, and the deep appreciation Sunriver’s first responders have for this partnership.

While a few of foundation’s time-intensive programs, such as Bingo nights and the annual First Responders Seminar, are currently on pause, the foundation is exploring new opportunities for community education in the second half of the year, including:

• Fire Extinguisher Safety & Maintenance

• Fraud, Scams and Internet Safety

• A Day at the Range – a hands-on, informative session with law enforcement

To make these programs and future events possible, we are actively seeking new board members from among Sunriver’s passionate and engaged homeowners.

Whether you’re a full-time resident or spend part of the year here, this is a rewarding way to support the safety, education and well-being of the Sunriver community.

Community members enjoyed a free meal while learning about the work of the Sunriver Fire and Police departments.

Popular mystery author to visit Sunriver Books

By Deon Stonehouse

September’s guest author at Sunriver Books is Ellie Alexander, one of the hardest working authors in the cozy mystery genre.

Alexander will speak about the variety of her cozy mystery series at 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20 at the bookstore.

There will be refreshments and drawings for prizes. Email sunriverbooks@sunriverbooks. com to register to attend.

She is the author of the following series: “Bakeshop Mystery,” “Sloan Krause Mystery,” “A Secret Bookcase Mystery,” “The Novel Detectives,” and “Meg Reed Investigates.” She also wrote several standalone novels and novellas.

“Laying Down the Latte” was released on Aug. 26. It is the latest cozy mystery in her “Bakeshop Mystery” series set in a bakeshop in Ashland.

“A Murder on the Mountain” was re-released July 21, it was previously known as “Scene of the Climb.” “A Body at the Bookfair,” in her series set in Northern California, released June 16.

“Killing Me Souffle” was released in February, as did “A Victim at Valentines.”

Whew! That is a busy schedule! And her books are all fun to read.

If you enjoy reading mysteries with clever plots, set in attractive locations, with likeable characters and not filled with too many viscera, Alexander has you covered! She will talk about the series and give us hints about what comes next. It should be a fun event!

In “Killing Me Souffle,” Jules and the staff from her Ashland bakery, Torte, are attending the re-grand opening of the restaurant at the Whaleshead Resort

on the Oregon Coast.

Stephanie and Sterling have been hired to take over the resort’s restaurant, develop a new menu, and give it some fresh energy. Jules and her crew are there to lend support and help out on the big night. Things go seriously off the rails when Erik Morton, the resort manager, falls down a cliffside path to his death.

“Laying Down the Latte” involves one of my favorite addictions – coffee.

Jules, her husband Carlos, and Andy, their inventive barista, travel to Costa Rica where

Valentina, an associate of Carlos, plans to take them on a coffee tasting tour. It doesn’t go nicely for one of Valentina’s employees, murder intrudes. Alexander fills this series with scrumptious food and recipes along with great settings.

“Murder on the Mountain” reintroduces Meg Reed, a young woman aspiring to follow her father’s footsteps into a career in journalism. Unfortunately, jobs for reporters are few and far between. Meg finesses a job for an outdoor magazine by claiming some of her best friend’s athletic prowess thus giving the false

impression she knows her way around the outdoors.

Good for getting the job, but rough on the nerves for Meg, who is a wuss and afraid of heights. Her first assignment is hiking Angel’s Rest in the Columbia Gorge with a group of uber athletes who are competing in a high-profile race. When a body goes flying over the cliff, Meg’s investigative instincts are roused. This is an entertaining series! It is fun to go all over Oregon on assignment with Meg.

“A Body at the Bookfair” has booksellers Annie and Fletcher attending a book fair in Santa Clara. Fair disclosure, I want their bookstore. It is amazingly cool, located in a Victorian house in the Redwoods. Fantastic. Annie is an unusual bookseller (aren’t we all?) she has a degree in criminology (now that is a different twist) and will soon be launching a detective agency. She has an ulterior motive in attending the book fair, her best friend Scarlet was murdered, she has been sleuthing clues ever since and is dead certain Silicon Summit Partners, an investment firm nearby, was involved in the crime. Call 541-593-2525 or visit www.sunriverbooks.com for more information.

Ellie Alexander will discuss her mystery series at 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20 at Sunriver Books in The Village at Sunriver.

Book clubs at Sunriver Books will discuss two banned books in September

By Deon Stonehouse

Book Clubs are a great way to meet others who enjoy reading and gathering for interesting discussions. Every autumn, our Fiction Book Club discusses a “banned book” in recognition of Banned Book Week.

This September, both our Mystery Book Club and Fiction Book Club are discussing a banned book.

It seems more important than it has ever been to stand in opposition to the banning of books.

Everyone is welcome to the book club meetings. To attend a discussion, email sunriverbooks@sunriverbooks.com.

Mystery Book Club

The Mystery Book Club will discuss “All the Colors of the Dark” by Chris Whitaker at 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8 via Zoom, and at 4:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 15 at the bookstore.

Set in the small town of St. Claire, Missouri, the story comes alive in the intersection of coincidence and tragedy, those times when one moment, one chance encounter will define a lifetime.

Saint is being raised by her grandmother. She is a bright child with a tendency to color outside the lines and a passion for beekeeping. Patch, as a child, is trying to be the adult, keeping things going as best he can. Vietnam claimed his father, his widowed mother is overpowered by her grief, sinking into despair. Neither child is popular in school, definitely not in the “in-crowd.” The two become best friends, the kind of friendship that is meant to last.

Misty is definitely part of the in-crowd, the beautiful daughter of one of the town’s richest families. Walking through the woods, Patch sees Misty being thrown into a van by a large

September’s books are “All the Colors of the Dark” by Chris Whitaker and “Demon Copperhead” by Barbara Kingsolver.

unfamiliar man. He reacts by attacking the man, saving Misty and dooming himself.

The characters in this story are electric. It is a New York Times bestseller, and a story you will not be able to put down.

Fiction Book Club

The Fiction Book Club will discuss “Demon Copperhead” by Barbara Kingsolver at 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 22 via Zoom and at 4:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29 in person at the bookstore. Demon Copperhead’s given name, Damon, was easy to switch to the nickname Demon, with Copperhead thrown in for his thatch of copper colored hair. He is the spitting image of the father he never knew, even to sporting the same nickname. Demon came into the world with few advantages. He is the son of a teenaged mom with little knowledge of

parenting. But they loved each other and were good friends as well as mother and son.

They rented their small home from the family next door, a large and rollicking family who accepted Demon as one of their own.

He could often be found playing with Maggot (another nickname), his best friend, by the creek or in the woods. While they were dirt poor, as were many in the hollers and hills of Appalachia, at least for the first few years, there were some happy times.

Circumstances change, forcing Demon to be gobbled up into the foster child system and realizing his happy times have been receded to the past.

Foster kids were taken in to work as slave labor or bring in that monthly government check to keep a shaky household afloat. There are few good

homes that have the capacity to care for at-risk children, they are too few to meet the need so most go elsewhere.

But this kid is a survivor. He has a keen wit, a sense for justice, and was blessed with athletic prowess and an attractive visage.

Demon is an irresistible character! You will root for him when he is down, celebrate with him when life treats him kindly.

In May 1849, Charles Dickens published “David Copperfield,” a novel with an unforgettable character that exposed the suffering of children raised in poverty. Dickens blended humor into the tale and created a classic for the ages. The problem

of children raised in poverty and danger is still rampant. I believe Charles Dickens would like Barbara Kingsolver’s homage to his classic.

I suspect he would laugh at the many humorous parts and be moved at her skill in showing this dark side of Appalachia while also clearly expressing an admiration for the resilience of the people and the beauty of the land.

It is a fitting tribute to Dickens and a searing account of our time.

Sunriver Books & Music is in building 25 in The Village at Sunriver. Call 541-593-2525 or visit www.sunriverbooks.com for more information.

How to stay informed during a communications outage

Disasters can damage critical infrastructure, leading to temporary outages in cell service, internet, and power. When communication systems go down, it’s vital to be prepared with alternate ways to get emergency information and stay connected.

Here’s how you can prepare and respond:

Have a battery-powered or hand-crank emergency weather radio

• Why it matters: Emergency radios can receive Emergency Alert System (EAS) broadcasts via AM/FM or NOAA Weather Radio frequencies – even when cell towers and the internet are down.

• Note: Emergency radios do

not receive Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) like cell phones do.

Tip: Pre-tune your radio to your local emergency broadcast station (e.g., OPB in Oregon or NOAA frequencies).

Turn On WEA Alerts on Your Phone

• Make sure Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) are enabled in your phone’s settings. These alerts include evacuation orders, severe weather warnings, and other urgent notifications.

• WEA messages are sent through cell towers—if cell service is out, WEA alerts will not be delivered. This is why having backup methods like a radio is essential.

Charge Everything in Advance and Have Backup Power

• Charge phones, power banks, laptops, and rechargeable flashlights before weather conditions worsen.

• Consider solar-powered chargers or car chargers as backups.

• If you are sheltering in place, a generator (solar or gas powered) is helpful.

Know Your Evacuation Routes in Advance

• Save printed or downloaded evacuation maps in case you can’t access GPS or navigation apps.

• Most mapping services (like Google Maps or Apple Maps) offer the ability to “Make maps

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available offline.”

Download your area in advance so you can navigate even if cell towers or internet access are down.

• When in doubt, call 511 or visit the TripCheck.com website if you have cell service.

• Don’t wait for a notification – if you feel unsafe, evacuate early.

Print or Write Down Critical Contacts and Information

• Phone numbers of family,

All properties operating as a short-term rental are required to register annually with Deschutes County for a Certificate of Authority. Owners are also required to collect and pay the 8% tax from the occupants to the County and file quarterly or monthly reports. Owners in contract with a property management company are still required to register directly with the County. Owners using a third-party booking service such as Airbnb, are still required to complete reporting forms.

Effective Sept. 1, 2025, per Deschutes County Code 4.08, there will be a fee assessed for the issuance of the Certificate of Authority - new registrations $300; annual renewals $150. Learn more by scanning the QR code or visiting this link: www.deschutes.org/vacationrentals

A battery-powered or hand-crank emergency weather radio are recommended as a part of an emergency prepardness kit.

Upcoming exhibits, 20-Dollar Art Show at the High Desert Museum

Art. History. Cultures. Wildlife. Conservation.

The High Desert Museum tells the stories of the High Desert’s diverse people and places through permanent and ever-changing exhibitions.

The museum is located less than 15 minutes north of Sunriver off Highway 97. For more information, visit www. highdesertmuseum.org

Here are exhibits opening through the remainder of 2025.

Sept. 27–Jan. 18: Joe Feddersen: Earth, Water, Sky

Joe Feddersen: Earth, Water, Sky is a career retrospective of nationally renowned artist Joe Feddersen (b. 1953, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation).

This exhibition gathers close to 100 works spanning four decades of Feddersen’s prolific career – from prints and glass to weaving and ceramics.

The collective richness of his body of work is testament to Feddersen’s appreciation of and respect for the land.

Feddersen cultivates a visual vernacular that draws upon recognizable signs, symbols and forms.

He transforms the familiar into a world of juxtapositions that confront how we see, use and treat the natural world. In everything he creates, Feddersen communicates his Plateau-Native viewpoint of the powerful American landscape and our interconnected relationship with it.

Oct. 4-20: 20-Dollar Art Show

Bend’s biggest little art show returns.

The museum is once again honored to host the year’s 20-Dollar Art Show, presented by Bright Place Gallery.

Featuring more than 6,000 pieces of original art by local and emerging artists, this year’s show promises to be the biggest yet. The 20-Dollar Art Show Extravaganza will be held on Friday, Oct. 17.

Oct. 18–March 29: Soil Alive!

From dry and sandy to slimy and wet, many types of soils exist in the High Desert.

But all healthy soils have one important thing in common: they form the foundation of the West’s ecosystems.

Dive underground to explore the hidden world of soil.

This family-friendly exhibit takes visitors on a subterranean journey to encounter mycorrhizal networks, burrowing animals, and microscopic organisms.

With hands-on features and digital interactives, Soil Alive! will excite visitors to explore the

universe below our feet.

Nov. 1–Feb.15: Hollow and Still

In September 2020, the Holiday Farm Fire, driven by fierce east winds, burned 173,000 acres along the forested McKenzie River canyon in the Cascades of Oregon.

Continuing a yearlong exhibition series focusing on the emotional impact of wildfire, Hollow and Still brings together a special collection of photographs from acclaimed photographer David Paul Bayles, who was one of the first to capture images following the fire.

Explore the works of artists at the High Desert Museum this fall including Joe Feddersen, local artists and David Paul Bayles.

neighbors, and local emergency contacts.

• Address of evacuation shelters, veterinary services (for pets/livestock), and medical facilities.

• Your own emergency plan, including meeting locations.

• Have copies of vital documents in your go-bag and take video of your property (inside and out) for insurance claims later.

If Calling 9-1-1 Over WiFi or Satellite, Check Your Location Settings

If you call 9-1-1 using Wi-Fi calling or a satellite-connected phone (like an iPhone or Android), your location might not be automatically visible to dispatch.

Instead, it may rely on the emergency address saved in your phone’s settings.

• Update this emergency address when you travel or relocate—especially in evacuation zones or rural areas.

• Most importantly, always tell the dispatcher exactly where you are—include your address, landmarks, road names, or mile markers to help first responders reach you quickly.

• Register for OR-Alert and your county’s local alert system.

• Follow your local emergency management officials’ and bookmark resources like: wildfire.oregon.gov.

Prepare for Alert Delays or Gaps

• Know the three levels of evacuation:

• Level 1 – Be Ready

• Level 2 – Be Set

• Level 3 – GO NOW

• If you hear a siren, see a neighbor evacuating, or witness fire behavior increasing—take action even if you haven’t received an alert.

Be Your Own Information Network

• Check on neighbors, especially seniors or those with disabilities.

• Post printed signs with updates for those passing by.

• In rural areas, community bulletin boards or fire stations may serve as local information points.

In an emergency, CALL 9-1-1 to report life-threatening danger, not for general information.

Use local non-emergency numbers or go to physical information points if needed.

SUNRIVER POLICE & FIRE FOUNDATION

CONGRATULATES

Our former Communications Director

JILL STEPHENS

On her appointment as Director of the Sunriver Service District

2026 Sunriver Owner Guide/Directory Update

Inclusion in the directory is voluntary and NOT automatic! Owners must submit or update their information

New Sunriver resident?

Mailing address change? New phone number? New email address? Marriage or passing?

Fill out the online form at www.sunriverowners.org/updatemyinformation

BE SURE TO INCLUDE: Owner name(s)

Sunriver property

Mailing address

Email address

Landline/cell numbers

DUE BY OCTOBER 31

information and more on the SROA website:

documents

•Forms to reserve a park, RV storage, tree permits, etc.

•Department services, sta and board contact information •Calendar of meetings & events •Sign up for emails & more!

A new Betty Gray Gallery show for the fall

By Jim Fister

Here in Sunriver after Labor Day, things begin to slow down.

With all the kids back in school, the region reverts more to locals and adult visitors, opening some space on the pathways.

But it’s always busy in Sunriver, and we welcome our locals to come see what it has to offer.

To celebrate, the Betty Gray Gallery of Art at the Sunriver Lodge is opening a new, twofloor show.

Andrew C.M. Lorish was born in Eugene. He studied at School of the Art Institute of

Chicago, and Pacific Northwest College of Art where, in 2013, he received his MFA in Visual Studies.

Lorish has done many exhibitions, which include Albatross Gallery in Portland, False Front in Portland, North Bank Gallery in Vancouver, Liberty Arts Center in Yreka, California, Sullivan Gallery and Co-Prosperity Sphere in Chicago, Rockerill in Charleroi Belgium, and dOCUMENTA (13) in Kassel, Germany.

Lorish also is a founding member of the art collective Danger Punch.

Lorish’s work references the

Call for ‘absolutely abstract’ art

The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon’s Art Resource Team invites artists to submit a limit of three pieces for consideration in the upcoming exhibit in Bend’s Linus Pauling Gallery from Sunday, Nov. 2 through Sunday, Feb. 1.

“Absolutely Abstract” will feature a variety of media that will hang on walls. Abstract art doesn’t attempt to represent an accurate depiction of reality. It emphasizes shape, color, texture and composition as subjects in themselves. Abstract art always has meaning. It can express emotions, moods or ideas, and often invites the viewer to make their own interpretation.

Please send images to sawstu dio53@gmail.com. Please write “UUFCO art show” in the subject line. Images are due by 5 p.m. Oct. 1. Judges cannot accept free-standing pieces or AI art. Your submission will be acknowledged within one week.

At the time of submission, include for each piece submitted:

• Title • Media

• Price

• Dimensions

• A current phone number

Items may be marked “not for sale.” In determining your asking price, remember a donation to UUFCO of 20% of sale will be requested.

body, invented impractical machines, improvisational music, futuristic architecture, ritualistic masks, alien glyphs, unseen primitive ruins, coded scripts and the repetitious syncopated rhythm of gestural mark making.

He is a senior instructor of art, media and technology at Oregon State University-Cascades.

Lorish’s work will be featured on both floors of the Betty Gray Gallery through November.

When visiting Sunriver for art, please come see all three galleries.

The Betty Gray Gallery is in the Sunriver Resort Lodge. The Nancy McGrath-Green Gallery is at the Sunriver Christian

Fellowship. And the Artists’ Gallery Sunriver resides in The Village at Sunriver.

All three feature fine art, available for viewing and for sale.

you have access, such as maybe in a shelter.

and some areas may experience little to no problems while others could be left without service for days – or longer.

If a mega disaster like this were to occur and you lost cellphone (and landline) service for an extended period, what do you think your family and friends that do not live in Oregon (or maybe they do) would be thinking?

They would likely be thinking the worst, but you could be perfectly safe.

Set up a plan for calling a mutually agreed upon, and easily accessible family member or friend who is out of state, when

Make sure everyone in your Oregon family has that out-ofstate family member’s phone number.

Then make it the “plan of the family” that if communications are impacted and you can’t talk to one another or those out of state, you will call the one family member the moment you have access to a phone.

Sunriver’s

Artists’ Gallery Sunriver: The gallery features more than 30 local artists. It is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily in The Village at Sunriver.

Betty Gray Gallery of Art: Open daily during business hours at the Sunriver Resort Lodge. Andrew C.M. Lorish is the featured artist through November.

Nancy McGrath-Green Gallery: Open 1 to 4 p.m. weekdays and 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Sunday at Sunriver Christian Fellowship.

Provide that family member with information about you (where you are at, your condition, etc.) that they can then share when the other family members or friends call inquiring about you.

Prepare for emergencies, it’s the better alternative.

–Jim Bennett is the public information officer for the Sunriver Fire Department.

Art by Andrew C.M. Lorish

Letters to the Editor

Resort

guests should contribute more

By Ron Reimer

As a long-time Sunriver homeowner, I write with growing concern over recent developments surrounding the proposed transfer tax and the apparent shift in Sunriver Resort’s policies, which increasingly restrict homeowner access to golf courses and other amenities.

Sunriver has long been a place where community pride and stewardship flourished.

Our homeowners have consistently invested in the vitality of this village – supporting infrastructure from bike paths and road maintenance to contributing through special assessments for projects like SHARC.

Moreover, we help sustain critical services such as police, fire and EMS, which serve not only our residents but also guests of the resort.

Historically, Sunriver Resort and its homeowners shared a

It’s time to take care of needs at SHARC

By Bob Stillson

“Take care of those who take care of you.” A fellow Sunriver homeowner/friend told me this last year while we were sharing thoughts about some of those values our parents taught us when we were children.

I think about this statement every time I ponder the issue of where our Sunriver capital improvement money should be spent.

We are now approaching budget planning season, and the board and management are asking us “what do we think?”

For me, the answer is very clear: we need to take care of those employees who work at the SHARC.

This is a major hub of activity and the folks who work there are in desperate need of more space to facilitate the ever

growing numbers of patrons and owners who use the facility.

This is a very real “need” –not a “want.” It is on the list of potential projects being discussed and merits our full consideration.

The Sunriver community has done a marvelous job of “taking care of those who take care of us.”

We have built a new home for our Public Works department; we have remodeled and repurposed the SROA offices that had outgrown its functionality long ago; and our collective community supported a new police and fire building to meet the demands of its growing and more complicated jurisdiction.

It is now time to focus on the true “needs” of SHARC and work our way down the project list from there.

reciprocal relationship, with mutual benefits derived from collaboration and shared resources.

Unfortunately, this relationship seems to be unraveling.

By limiting homeowner access to facilities such as golf courses, the resort has signaled a shift from partnership toward exclusivity.

Asking homeowners to shoulder the burden of a transfer tax in this context feels especially unfair.

If the resort chooses to operate independently of the community and its infrastructure, I propose a more balanced approach: implement a daily facility fee for resort guests.

Such a fee would fairly reflect the value of the amenities and services provided by Sunriver at large – many of which are funded and maintained by homeowners.

This would ensure that guests

Scene Opinion Policy

To support a free and open exchange of information and ideas, the Sunriver Scene welcomes letters to the editor up to 250 words, and Chorus of One submissions up to 400 words, on topics of relevance to Sunriver. Opinions expressed are those of the writer and do not necessarily represent the Sunriver Owners Association.

TO SUBMIT: Email: susanb@srowners.org. Submit letter in the body of the email, or attach it as a Word document.

DEADLINE: The 12th of the month. We accept one letter per person per month.

contribute equitably, without further penalizing homeowners who have long carried the mantle of responsibility and civic investment.

It’s time to reevaluate how we define fairness and shared responsibility in Sunriver. Let us preserve the spirit of collaboration and ensure that the burden of sustaining this community is not disproportionately placed on those who have already given so much.

Don’t be a STINKER use your BLINKER! Anytime you exit a tra c roundabout

–Ed

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SNOW REMOVAL

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Sunriver references available.

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