Tahoe Donner News July 2023

ALDER CREEK ADVENTURE CENTER IS THE PLACE TO BE THIS SUMMER

EDITORIAL AND PRODUCTION TEAM

Lindsay Hogan Drew Deurlington

Ali Dickson Kylie Papson Cynthia Cendreda Camy Bretin

SENIOR MANAGEMENT

David Mickaelian | General Manager dmickaelian@tahoedonner.com

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

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

Lindsay Hogan | Director of Communications + Member Relations lhogan@tahoedonner.com

Todd Martyn-Jones | Director of Finance, Accounting + Business Support tmartynjones@tahoedonner.com

Jon Mitchell | Director of Capital Projects + Facilities jmitchell@tahoedonner.com

Annie Rosenfeld | Director of Administrative Services arosenfeld@tahoedonner.com

Miguel Sloane | Director of Operations msloane@tahoedonner.com

Steve Turner | Director of Food + Beverage sturner@tahoedonner.com

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President | Don Koenes dkoenes@tahoedonner.com

Vice President | Benjamin Levine blevine@tahoedonner.com

Treasurer | Steve Mahoney smahoney@tahoedonner.com

Secretary | Courtney Murrell cmurrell@tahoedonner.com

Director | Jim Roth jroth@tahoedonner.com

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MESSAGE FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER

Dear members,

One of the many things staff are working on is Workplan Goal 6, which says, “Develop and implement a comprehensive member engagement initiative that fosters member enjoyment and increases value.”

Coming up, we have lots of new events, tons of live music, a variety of trail stewardship opportunities, cornhole tournaments and the return of free Yoga on the Meadow.

THE PLACE TO BE THIS SUMMER: ALDER CREEK ADVENTURE CENTER

With so many great offerings this season, the Alder Creek Adventure Center (ACAC) is the new hub for all your summer adventures and family fun. Building upon the success of the Edi-Bōl dinner series, the Alder Creek Cafe is now offering dinner every Thursday through Sunday from 5-8PM, and the Trailside Bar has extended its hours to 8PM every night so trail users can enjoy an après beverage after their ride or hike. Other exciting things for members to check out at ACAC include:

• Trail Stewardship Days on Thursday afternoons throughout July and August

• Bike maintenance clinics (free for members!)

• Cornhole tournaments on Fridays

• Sunday night trivia

• Two trail checkpoint events with live music

• Equestrian BBQ and the Wild West Fest

• And other great community events!

Turn to page 8 to learn more.

MUSIC BY THE MEADOW + GROOVES BY THE GREENS

Two new live music series are debuting this July for your enjoyment:

• MUSIC BY THE MEADOW: On Saturday nights from 5-7PM starting July 8, grab

a blanket and head over to the lawn at Pizza on the Hill to enjoy live music performances and meadow views – all while the kids can enjoy the playground nearby. Turn to page 29 to learn more.

• GROOVES BY THE GREENS: On Friday evenings from 6-8PM starting July 28, groove along with your favorite local musicians and bands amidst fresh air and fairway views at The Lodge Pavilion. Dinner service will be offered on the Pavilion for these events; we look forward to showing off the newly renovated space! See details on page 27.

FITNESS CLASSES AT THE REC CENTER NOW FREE WITH THE PURCHASE OF THE REC FEE

The rumors are true. Fitness classes are now included in your Rec Fee or the Daily Access Fee at the Trout Creek Rec Center! Take advantage of the gym, pools, steam room and sauna. To learn more about classes and how to purchase your Recreation Fee, turn to page 12.

GOLF COURSE OPEN

Despite a record-breaking winter and rainy spring, the Tahoe Donner Golf Course crew has removed snow, repaired damage and dried out the greens. The course is shaping up nicely, and we are excited to be fully operational. Golfers can tee off once again, and if you are rusty after the long winter like me, don’t forget about the clinics and lessons. To learn more about programs and offerings at the Golf Course, turn to page 14.

I hope you are as excited about this July as I am, and I look forward to crossing paths as we celebrate the summer fun ahead.

Be well,

DAVID MICKAELIAN | GENERAL MANAGER

FEATURED EVENTS

SATURDAY

NIGHT BBQ

Join fellow equestrians for a fun-filled, familyfriendly evening of BBQ, games, crafts and more!

WHEN: July 8

WHERE: Alder Creek Adventure Center

LEARN MORE: Page 17

BURGERS, BRATWURST + BASHES

Join the Tennis/ Pickleball Club for a clinic, round-robin play and BBQ and potluck feast.

WHEN: July 15 + 22

WHERE: Tennis Center

LEARN MORE: Page 17

TOUR DE TD

Try to make it to as many checkpoints as possible throughout the TD Trail System while collecting colored wristbands.

WHEN: July 22

WHERE: Alder Creek Adventure Center LEARN MORE: Page 08

JULY EVENTS + MEETINGS

SUNDAYS Trivia at Alder Creek Cafe

MONDAYS Margarita Monday at the Marina

MONDAYS Bingo at Pizza on the Hill

TUESDAYS Historical Kayak Tours at the Marina

WEDNESDAYS TD Men’s Golf Club Wednesday Morning Rounds

THURSDAYS Karate Club Class at Trout Creek Rec Center

THURSDAYS Bike Repair Clinics at Bikeworks

THURSDAYS Edi-Bōl Dinners at Alder Creek Cafe

FRIDAYS Cornhole Tournaments at Alder Creek Cafe

SATURDAYS Karate Club Class at Trout Creek Rec Center

SATURDAYS Yoga on the Meadow starting July 8

SATURDAYS Music by the Meadow Event at Pizza on the Hill starting July 8

JULY 1 Margarita Madness Pro Exhibition at Tennis Center

JULY 5 Quilt Club Meeting at Pizza on the Hill

JULY 8 Rock Climbing Clinic through Rec Hut

JULY 13 Trail Stewardship Day at ACAC (Aspen Stand)

JULY 15-16

Women’s Bikeworks Clinic

JULY 18 Crawdad Fishing Contest at the Marina

JULY 19 Quilt Club Meeting at Pizza on the Hill

JULY 22 Rock Climbing Clinic through Rec Hut

JULY 27 Trail Stewardship Day at East Mustang Sally Trail

JULY 28

Pavilion Opening Party at The Lodge

JULY 28 Grooves by the Greens Event at The Lodge

AUG. 2 Junior Golf Club All-Levels Tournament

AUG. 5 Cardboard Regatta at the Marina

ACAC: Alder Creek Adventure Center

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

Bikeworks Offers eBike Options For Diverse Riders

By CYNTHIA CENDREDA

To enhance the trail experience and make the Tahoe Donner Trail System more accessible to riders of all abilities, Bikeworks is now offering full-suspension Class 1 pedal-assist electric mountain bikes (eMTBs) for rent and guided eMTB tours to classic trail destinations like Euer Valley. Electric mountain bikes are an evolution of the MTB culture that provides greater options for riders to enjoy off-road cycling. There are many benefits to electric mountain bikes for both beginner and advanced riders, from providing pedal assistance for those still building their strength and endurance on the uphills to allowing more experienced riders to travel farther.

“The most exciting part of

for

is that it will allow a whole new group of trail users to experience the beautiful trails and wilderness that we have here at Tahoe Donner. People who were physically limited to riding on shorter, flatter trails can now travel much farther and over varied terrain without worry of over-exertion.”

– Dave Walker, Bikeworks Manager

The following guide provides important information to consider when renting an eMTB or taking yours out on the trails. All trail users – including hikers, bikers and equestrians – are regarded as ambassadors of Tahoe Donner’s unique outdoor culture that can further promote respectful etiquette and stewardship. It’s always a good idea to slow down, acknowledge others on the trails and share a smile. See etiquette details on page 6.

Read on to familiarize yourself with the basics of eMTBs and trail use.

ELECTRIC MOUNTAIN BIKE RENTALS + GUIDED TOURS NOW AVAILABLE

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KYLIE PAPSON

Class 1, 2 or 3 eMTBs

The International Mountain Bicycling Association (imba.com) defines an electric bicycle as “equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts.” There are currently three classes of eMTBs that vary in top speed and motor assistance.

CLASS 1

Low-speed pedal-assisted (no throttle) electric bike with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling. Top speed is 20 mph.

CLASS 2

Not allowed in Tahoe Donner Low-speed throttle-assisted electric bike with a motor that can be used exclusively to propel the bike without pedaling. Top speed is 20 mph.

CLASS 3

Not allowed in Tahoe Donner Speed pedal-assisted electric bike with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling. Top speed is 28 mph.

Bikeworks offers adult-sized Class 1 full-suspension mountain bikes from Giant Bicycles and Liv Cycling, as well as child-sized Class 1 front-suspension mountain bikes from Woom for rent and guided tours. Suitable for new and experienced riders to explore the over 60 miles of trails in Tahoe Donner, rental eMTBs are available in a range of sizes for a comfortable fit and user-friendly ride. To learn more about size options and eMTB trail usage, stop in or call the shop at (530) 582-9694.

eMTB Trail Use + Trail Ratings

With a vast trail network that varies from beginner to expert terrain, when riding eMTBs, it is important to familiarize yourself with and adhere to signage indicating trail directionality, user-specific directives and trail ratings to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.

While most trails in the Tahoe Donner Trail System are multi-directional and multiuse, the Land Management Department has begun to practice adaptive trail management and reclassifying some trails as one-way, singletrack and/or only for certain user groups. These efforts allow for a richer experience for each user group that prioritizes safety, environmental impact and enjoyment. To learn more about trail classification, visit tahoedonner.com/trails.

As with winter sports like downhill skiing, Nordic skiing and snowboarding, trail ratings are essential in describing the degree of difficulty of terrain. There are inherent risks associated with all trail use, so it is critical to rider safety to know one’s ability and stay within it. Always use caution when riding.

GREEN CIRCLE TRAILS tend to have lower average grades on wider tread with fewer technical characteristics, more gradual turns and longer lines of sight.

BLUE SQUARE TRAILS fall somewhere in between green circle and black diamond trails.

BLACK DIAMOND TRAILS tend to have steeper grades on narrower treads with more technically challenging characteristics such as obstacles, quick turns and short lines of sight.

Summer trail system maps that include trail use rules, etiquette and ratings are available at Bikeworks and for download via the website at tahoedonner.com/trails While maps and signage are provided along the Tahoe Donner Trail System, these complimentary folded maps can be easily stowed in hydration packs, backpacks or back pockets for convenient access at any point during your ride.

How to Reserve an eMTB

Rentals are available throughout the Bikeworks summer season, during regular operating hours and when trails are safe to access. Always check the website at tahoedonner.com/bikeworks for the most up-to-date information on hours. Full-day eMTB rentals – as well as all traditional bike rentals – can be reserved on ShopTD (shop.tahoedonner.com).

All Tahoe Donner members receive a 10% discount on rentals, and all rentals include helmets. Complimentary locks and repair kits are available upon request. Visit Bikeworks at the Alder Creek Adventure Center or call (530) 582-9694 for current inventory and additional information on rentals and trail conditions.

Continued on page 6

Experience an eMTB Tour Through the Euer Valley

Suitable for families and groups, enjoy an approximately two-hour guided tour on a full-suspension rental eMTB down to the breathtaking Euer Valley, where you’ll savor a picnic lunch in the meadow. Don’t worry; it’s a leisurely climb out of the valley with your modern, pedalassist eMTB. All tours are by appointment only and tailored to suit the group’s needs.

DAYS OFFERED

Sundays, July 2-Aug. 13 (conditions permitting)

TIME

11AM by appointment only

COST

$119 per person

RESERVATIONS

Call Bikeworks at (530) 582-9694; must reserve at least 48 hours in advance

eMTB Etiquette on the Tahoe Donner Trail System

Tahoe Donner strives to promote a positive experience for all trail users. Similar to regular mountain bike etiquette, the following rules should always be followed when riding eMTBs:

Only ride on trails designated for mountain bike and eMTB use. On the Tahoe Donner Trail System, eMTBS are allowed on all trails designated for mountain bikes.

Stay on the trail. Don’t cut corners, ride through vegetation or create shortcuts. Doing so can damage the trails themselves or the surrounding environment and ecosystems.

Stay off wet or muddy trails. Trail surfaces can vary depending on location. Comprised of rocks, clay, sand or loam, take care to avoid these surfaces when they are wet or muddy to prevent erosion and other degradation of the trail and surrounding area.

Keep your speed in check. Although riding fast on mountain bikes and eMTBs can be thrilling, it can pose a danger to you and other trail users. Always ride in control. Slow down as you approach others from behind. If you must pass trail users ahead, always ask politely and wait for them to respond before moving around them. Look ahead and be sure to check your speed for upcoming obstacles and corners.

Be kind. Always ride as an ambassador for the sport. Promote respect, inclusivity and safety when enjoying the trails.

NOTE

As adopted on September 17, 2021 after a 45-day member comment period, “Class 1 electric bicycle usage is authorized on the Association trail and fire road system segments designated and regulated for their use through Association open space and trails policies.”

Summer 2022 was an initial trial period on fire roads and double track trails. After a successful trial period, Class 1 ebikes are now allowed anywhere mountain bikes are permitted, permissible through the above rule and the Trail and Open Space Master Plan.

ALDER CREEK ADVENTURE CENTER IS THE PLACE TO BE THIS SUMMER!

By CYNTHIA CENDREDA

The Alder Creek Adventure Center is the perfect basecamp for all your summer adventures, featuring easy access to the Tahoe Donner Trail System, the Equestrian Center, Bikeworks and more. Home to the Alder Creek Cafe and Trailside Bar, enjoy delicious dining options and a unique selection of draft and bottled beer and premium wines. Before, during or after exploring, soak up the sun on the patio amidst the tranquility of the surrounding meadow. New this summer is a variety of fun and family-friendly events, activities and extended dining hours to help you make the most of your summer in Tahoe Donner. Read on to learn more.

NEW! EVENING DRINK OPTIONS + DINNER WITH A VIEW

The Trailside Bar is open daily until 8PM, and the Alder Creek Cafe is open from 5-8PM Thursday through Sunday for dinner, drinks and stunning sunset views. With the newly extended hours, end your perfect summer day with a fresh, made-to-order meal, tasty Edi-Bōl creations on Thursday evenings and a crisp, cold beer or glass of wine. See page 20 for complete details on hours and offerings.

GAME NIGHTS

Nothing says summertime like an evening of friendly competition. Trivia has moved from Monday nights at Pizza on the Hill to Sunday nights at 6PM at the Alder Creek Cafe. A community favorite, Trivia Night offers brain-teasing questions to test your knowledge of random facts for a chance at fun prizes.

Beginning July 7 through August 25, enjoy cornhole tournaments every Friday from 5-8PM on the back patio of the Alder Creek Adventure Center. Entry fees are $5 per person or $10 per team; each entry fee includes a free Trailside Bar drink ticket. Have your team name ready upon arrival – the more clever the name, the better!

Dinner menu available for trivia and cornhole until 8PM.

NEW FUN + EXHILARATING TRAIL EVENTS

Join in the trail fun for mountain bikers, hikers and equestrians (horses not provided).

Cost: $25 entry fee per event includes one free drink at the Trailside Bar.

TOUR DE TD

Saturday, July 22 | 12-4PM

Try to make it to as many checkpoints as possible throughout the Tahoe Donner Trail System while collecting colored wristbands. Checkpoint maps will be handed out starting at 12PM at ACAC. Return by 4PM and present your wristbands to earn your finisher’s medal. Enjoy live music from 4-6PM, dinner at Alder Creek Cafe and drinks from the Trailside Bar until 8PM following the tour.

POKER RIDE

Saturday, August 12 | 12PM

Try to achieve the best poker hand from cards collected at five checkpoints throughout the Tahoe Donner Trail System. Maps indicating checkpoint locations will be handed out starting at 12PM at ACAC. Return to ACAC by 4PM to enjoy live music, games and a chance to trade cards. Starting at 4PM, it’s showdown time!

MEET THE BOARD

Following the 2023 Board of Directors Election, the board welcomes back Stephen Mahoney and Courtney Murrell for their new three-year terms. Running unopposed, they were confirmed as returning directors by acclamation on April 28, 2023. Both Mahoney and Murrell bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the board in addition to their passion and dedication to the Tahoe Donner community.

STEVE MAHONEY COURTNEY MURRELL

Steve Mahoney grew up in Boston, one of seven children of a Boston police detective and a stay-at-home mom. He graduated from Middlebury College with a BA in Environmental Studies and Economics. While working full-time, Steve also earned an MBA from the University of Miami Graduate School of Business. In 2018, after a 40-year career in banking, he retired as a managing director in Bank of America Merrill Lynch’s Global Debt Capital Markets business.

A work-related transfer from Chicago to San Francisco in 1995 introduced Steve and his family to the Sierras. He and his wife, Carole, have been Tahoe Donner homeowners since 2002. They enjoy hiking, skiing, paddleboarding, playing golf and hosting family gatherings with their daughter Erin, son Brendan and daughter-inlaw Aly, all of whom live in New York City. Steve, Carole and Riley, a West Highland Terrier, now call Tahoe Donner home full-time. Before his election to the Tahoe Donner Board of Directors in 2020, Steve served as the vice chairman of the Association’s Finance Committee. He is also on the board of directors of the Tahoe Donner Men’s Golf Club and a volunteer ski instructor with Achieve Tahoe, an adaptive sports program.

A California native, Courtney Murrell grew up in the East Bay, spending winters skiing with her family around Tahoe. She skiraced throughout her childhood and, while in college, won NCAA titles and qualified for the U.S. Olympic Trials and the USA Diving National Team for springboard and platform diving. She achieved her undergraduate degree at Brigham Young University and graduate degree at San Jose State University in exercise physiology.

Starting in Silicon Valley, Courtney worked diligently in the health field with Apple Computer and Coherent Inc. before transitioning into marketing. Her professional background, communication skills, energy and enthusiasm make her a voice of the people.

Following her parents, she and her family have lived in Tahoe Donner for over 20 years. Today, her youngest child is enrolled at Truckee High School, and her oldest is a U.S. Air Force Academy cadet. Courtney's involvement at Tahoe Donner includes kids camps, Aquatics activities and countless volunteer positions, in addition to 19 years as a fitness instructor at Trout Creek Recreation Center. A board member from 2013 to 2016 and again from 2020 to 2023, Courtney always brings a family focus to her work, improving the association. Her multigenerational connection to this community is the foundational source for her passion to revitalize Tahoe Donner.

Thank you to the entire Board of Directors who volunteer their time in guiding the Tahoe Donner Association and its efforts to maintain the vision and integrity of this unique mountain community. Learn more about Steve Mahoney, Courtney Murrell and the other board members at tahoedonner.com/board-of-directors

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YOUR TOTAL GUIDE TO FITNESS AT THE TROUT CREEK REC CENTER

By CYNTHIA CENDREDA

With longer days, beautiful weather and endless ways to enjoy the mountain lifestyle, now is the time to consider how your health goals can enrich your adventure-filled summer. The Trout Creek Rec Center, fully renovated in 2020, is the ideal place to begin or enhance your health and fitness journey. Offering state-of-the-art equipment, two pools for lap swimming, spa facilities and a full schedule of fitness classes for all levels and abilities, the Rec Center provides various opportunities for members and their guests to explore exercise options or just relax in an all-encompassing facility.

ACHIEVE MIND + BODY

STATE-OF-THE-ART EQUIPMENT

With modern gym equipment like balance balls, free weights and TRX bands and contemporary machines like treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes and more, members can explore various training tools to help build strength, flexibility and cardio health. This complete fitness facility offers plenty of space for dynamic movements, functional exercises, full-body stretching and more. Personal training is also offered; email troutcreek@tahoedonner.com to learn more.

POOL TIME

Whether just cooling off or working on your strokes, the Trout Creek Rec Center offers both a heated 25-yard Lap Pool exclusively for lap swimming and a familyfun Recreation Pool that also allows for lap swimming on Saturdays and Sundays from 6-9:30AM. Water Aerobics classes are also available for beginners and intermediates for a low-impact cardio workout – the perfect warm-weather workout!

RELAXATION + RESTORATION

In addition to updated equipment and a full schedule of classes, the Rec Center features several spas, a dry sauna and a steam room to help reinvigorate the mind and body following your workouts or even after a day of summer fun. Allow heat therapy to relax hard-working muscles and joints, help release toxins and restore circulation.

FITNESS CLASSES FOR ALL

From invigorating yoga and upbeat spinning to spicy Zumba® and core-focused workouts, the Trout Creek Rec Center offers a regularly updated schedule of classes to get your heart pumping and your muscles primed for days on the trails or the lake. Ideal for all levels and abilities, professional instructors guide you through every workout, providing encouragement and appropriate modifications to help you work out safely, comfortably and at a pace that’s just right for you. Whether you want to loosen up stiff muscles, relieve stress or challenge yourself to achieve your training goals, every class is thoughtfully designed to help you find enjoyment and satisfaction in your fitness routine for total mind and body health. Classes are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up for each class at the front desk. View the full schedule online at tahoedonner.com/fitness

HEALTH IN TAHOE DONNER

MEET TROUT CREEK REC CENTER’S ASSISTANT MANAGER HEIKO!

MEMBERS –OPTIMIZE YOUR FITNESS BASIC FITNESS CLASSES ARE FREE WITH THE REC FEE!

New for the 2023/24 Rec Fee year, Basic Fitness Classes are now included with a paid Rec Fee. Basic Fitness Classes are also included with the Daily Access Fee for members and guests. These currently include all classes but water aerobics, which incur a fee. Valid through April 30, 2024, mix up your training routine and enjoy unlimited classes to help you sustain your health and fitness throughout the 2023/24 Rec Fee year.

A new two-person Recreation Fee option for the 2023/24 Recreation season is available for $295. The traditional Recreation Fee costs $460 and offers all qualifying members unlimited access to private amenities. This Recreation Fee also extends to qualified member additionals. Each property can purchase up to four memberadditional passes for $165 each.

In addition to Basic Fitness Classes, stop in daily to the Rec Center to enjoy unlimited access to the following gym amenities:

• Contemporary Fitness Equipment

• Lap Pool, Recreational Pool + Kiddie Pool

• Spas, Dry Sauna + Steam Room

• Playground + Basketball Court

• Locker Rooms + Showers

• And much more!

Contact Member Services at (530) 587-9400 to learn more about the Rec Fee. For complete details on the Rec Center, including hours and offerings, visit tahoedonner.com/fitness

Next time you visit the Trout Creek Rec Center, be sure to say hello to the new Assistant Manager Heiko Mueller. While the Rec Center is thrilled to welcome Heiko to this position, many of you will have already recognized his smiling face. Heiko joined the Rec Center as a personal trainer in 2017, having relocated to Truckee from Frankfurt, Germany, where he earned his degree in Sports Science. You’re also likely to catch Heiko mountain biking on the Mother Lode Trail, trad climbing at Black Wall or kayaking the Truckee River. Heiko is a resident of Glenshire with his wife and their dog Manfred.

Master the Game

DEVELOP FUNDAMENTAL SKILLS IN

WEEKLY GOLF CLINICS, LESSONS AND MORE AT THE GOLF COURSE NOW OPEN FOR 2023!

By CYNTHIA CENDREDA

The recently renovated Golf Course at Tahoe Donner offers an elevated golf experience in the mountains. With a strategically designed course that works in tandem with the natural surroundings, the Golf Course features scenic fairways and fast greens for fun and challenging play. And with a comprehensive training program that includes clinics, lessons and programs for young golfers, it is the ideal place for players of all ages and abilities to continue to enhance their game.

Weekly Clinics

Offered Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays + Sundays, weekly skills clinics for ages 13+ can help you dial in your performance in every aspect of the game, from chipping and putting, pitching and bunker play to mastering your clubs in a supportive group setting.

Private Lessons

Fine-tune your swing, learn personalized tips for improving your short game or achieve more consistency on the course. Whatever your goals are in golf, individualized instruction from a certified-PGA instructor can help you level up your game.

Junior Golf Programs

From private and group lessons, weekly clinics, camps and a PGA Jr. League, the Golf Course offers a multitude of opportunities for young players to develop their skills and passion for the game of golf.

Save on Course Fees

Season passes and play packs offer the best value on course fees. With options to suit a variety of schedules and budgets, plan ahead for your season of golf with advance purchase and tee time reservations.

To learn more about golf programs, offerings, season passes and play packs, visit tahoedonner.com/golf.

THE BUZZ

EVENTS. DINING. UPDATES.

BIKEWORKS

HOURS OF OPERATION

Daily | 9AM-6PM

Conditions permitting.

NEW BIKE + eMTB RENTALS

Bikeworks’ rental fleet is stocked with a variety of bikes for the entire family, including road bikes, full-suspension mountain bikes, hardtails, comfort bikes, kids bikes and trailers or trail-abikes for young children.

New for 2023, Bikeworks offers adultsized Class 1 full-suspension mountain bikes from Giant Bicycles and Liv Cycling and child-sized Class 1 frontsuspension mountain bikes from Woom. Reservations booked through ShopTD. Members receive a 10% discount on bike rentals. Helmets are included with all rentals. Visit the website for pricing and details.

GUIDED RIDES, eMTB TOURS + PRIVATE LESSONS

Guided mountain bike rides, eMTB tours and private lessons are available for riders of all abilities and are an ideal way to experience the Tahoe Donner Trail System. Visit the website for details and offerings.

UPCOMING EVENTS

TOUR DE TD

SATURDAY, JULY 8 | 12-4PM

Learn more on page 8.

BIKE MAINTENANCE CLINICS

THURSDAYS | 4PM

July 6 | How to Fix a Flat Tire

July 13 | How to Adjust Your Shifting

July 20 | How to Adjust Your Brakes

July 27 | Routine Bike Maintenance

Cost: Members Free, Non-Members $10 tahoedonner.com/bikeworks

TROUT CREEK REC CENTER

HOURS OF OPERATION

GYM: Daily | 6AM-9PM

LAP POOL: Daily | 6AM-7:45PM

REC POOL: Daily | 10:15AM-7PM Lap Swim available 6-9:30AM

Saturday-Sunday

KIDDIE POOL: Daily | 10:15AM-7PM

SPAS, STEAM ROOM + SAUNA: Daily | 6AM-8:45PM

Conditions permitting. Closing at 3PM July 1-2 for the Summer Concert on the Green events.

GOLF COURSE

NOW OPEN!

HOURS OF OPERATION

GOLF COURSE: Daily | 7AM-7PM

DRIVING RANGE: Daily | 6:30AM-8PM

Conditions permitting. The driving range closes at 5PM every Sunday and opens on Monday mornings at 9AM for maintenance. The last bucket is 30 minutes before closing.

CLINICS, COURSES + LESSONS

Weekly clinics, three-day courses and private lessons are available for golfers of all ages and abilities to enhance their skills. Visit tahoedonner.com/golf for schedule and details – reservations made through ShopTD. Visit the web for information on Pro Shop hours, pricing, passes, reservations and more.

tahoedonner.com/golf

RECREATION HUT

FITNESS CLASSES

The Trout Creek Rec Center offers a variety of fitness classes that cater to all ages, abilities and fitness levels, including yoga, spinning, core strengthening and more! Schedule updated regularly; view the full schedule on the website.

New this year! All Basic Fitness Classes are included with a paid Daily Access Fee or Recreation Fee. Class fees may apply for premium offerings. See website for details.

tahoedonner.com/fitness tahoedonner.com/aquatics

HOURS OF OPERATION

THROUGH SEPT. 5: Daily | 9AM-5PM

Conditions permitting. The Recreation Hut may be closed periodically midweek in late August and September. Try your hand at fun sports and games like archery, bocce ball, geocaching, horseshoes, sand volleyball and more!

BINGO

MONDAYS | 5-7PM

Through Sept. 4

No Bingo on July 3

tahoedonner.com/rec-hut

All prices, dates, times and locations are subject to change. Please visit tahoedonner.com for the latest information.

EQUESTRIAN CENTER

HORSEMANSHIP CAMPS

JUNE 19-AUG. 11:

Monday-Friday

Morning Sessions | 9AM-12PM

Afternoon Sessions | 1-4PM

Riders learn horsemanship, safety and riding skills at half-day, weeklong riding camps. Reserve through ShopTD. Participants must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Helmets are mandatory and provided.

Cost per Lesson: Member $799, Public $899

Ages: 8-14

Maximum Weight Limit: 180 pounds

PONY RIDES

JUNE 24-SEPT. 10:

Saturday-Sunday | 9AM-3PM

Twenty-minute pony rides are available for children ages 2-6. Online reservations are required on ShopTD.

Cost per Ride: Member $39, Guest* $49, Public $59

Ages: 2-6

Maximum Weight Limit: 60 pounds

PRIVATE LESSONS

JUNE 24-SEPT. 24:

Saturday-Sunday | 9AM-3:30PM

Riders can improve their skills with a one-hour private lesson. Reservations must be made on ShopTD.

Cost per Lesson: Member $115, Guest* $122, Public $129

Ages: 6+

Maximum Weight Limit: 180 pounds

*To be eligible for guest rate, guests must be accompanied by a Tahoe Donner member or have a transferable guest card.

EQUESTRIAN SATURDAY NIGHT BBQ

SATURDAY, JULY 8 | 5-7:30PM

Join fellow equestrians for a funfilled and family-friendly evening of pony rides, games, crafts, contests, delicious BBQ and more! Reservations required. Purchase on ShopTD.

Cost Age 13+: Member $39, Public $49

Cost Age 7-12: Member $20, Public $27

Cost Age 3-6: $12

Cost Age 0-2: Free

HORSE BOARDING

Short- and long-term boarding is offered throughout the summer for Tahoe Donner members and the public. Visit the website for rates and details.

tahoedonner.com/equestrian

BEACH CLUB MARINA

HOURS OF OPERATION

Daily | 7AM-9PM

Conditions permitting.

TENNIS CENTER

HOURS OF OPERATION

Daily | 7:30AM-8PM

Conditions permitting.

NEW! ONLINE RESERVATIONS

Members can reserve a court beginning at 7AM for the following day’s court times. Guests with a transferable guest card may begin placing reservations at 12PM for the following day. To make a reservation, visit the Pro Shop or reserve online at courtreserve.com

HISTORICAL KAYAK TOURS

TUESDAYS | 8-9AM

Participants must be ready by 7:45AM. No tours on July 4.

Explore Donner Lake by kayak as a guide shares interesting facts about the area and its inhabitants. All tours must be booked through ShopTD.

Cost: Member $35, Guest $45

MARGARITA MADNESS PRO EXHIBITION

SATURDAY, JULY 1 | 3PM

Sit back, sip on a margarita and watch the pros go to work as they battle it out on the court.

Cost: Free

BURGERS, BRATWURST + BASH EVENTS

PICKLEBALL BASH

SATURDAY, JULY 15 | 3PM

TENNIS BASH

SATURDAY, JULY 22 | 3PM

Join the Tennis/Pickleball Club for a warmup clinic, round-robin play and a BBQ and potluck feast.

CRAWDAD FISHING CONTEST

TUESDAY, JULY 18 | 12-3PM

Prizes will be awarded to those who catch the largest, smallest and most crawdads at this catch-andrelease event.

Cost: Free

SHUTTLE SERVICE

Friday-Sunday | 11AM-5PM

Tuesday, July 4 | 11AM-11PM

A shuttle service from the Truckee High School parking lot to the Beach Club Marina is available throughout the summer. There is no pickup or drop-off time – just constant loops. The shuttle cannot transport kayaks or stand-up paddleboards.

To learn about the Town of Truckee’s microtransit shuttle program, visit tahoedonner.com/tart.

tahoedonner.com/marina

Times: Clinic 3PM, Round-Robin 4PM, BBQ/Potluck 6PM

Cost: Tennis/Pickleball Club FREE, Member $12, Guest of Member $20

Registration: (530) 587-9474 or tennis@tahoedonner.com

tahoedonner.com/tennis

NORTHWOODS POOL

HOURS OF OPERATION

Daily | 11:30AM-5PM

Conditions permitting.

Enjoy a water slide, plenty of room for play and a sunny deck for lounging. Certified lifeguards are always on duty, so grab your towel and head to the pool for a day of summer fun!

tahoedonner.com/aquatics

THE BUZZ: CLUBS

TD 9-HOLERS CLUB

It’s great to be playing golf in the Tahoe area once again! We enjoyed the start of our season playing on Wednesdays at Old Brockway, and for the summer, we’re at Tahoe Donner on Thursday mornings. We play shotgun-start stroke play, sometimes with extra games thrown in. Our annual tradition, the “President vs. Vice President Tournament,” and summer luncheon are scheduled for this month. August will include our two-week Summer Fun Tournament and festive dinner banquet. Our Twilight Golf Committee has monthly evening tournaments set up with friendly competition and social time for our members and their guests, and our Clinic Committee is continuing its series of informative, potluck get-togethers.

EQUESTRIAN CLUB

When visiting the Equestrian Center, stop by the club’s Little Lending Library box. Kids may borrow a book overnight or for up to a week. The library includes coloring books, easyreading children’s stories, novels for young adults and additional books on equestrian disciplines, horse breeds, horse care and training tips. If you have any horse-themed books you’d like to donate, simply leave them in the box, and we'll add them to the collection. Thank you!

WOMEN’S GOLF CLUB

The Women’s Golf Club began their season with nine holes, lunch and a members meeting. We also gave out awards for the 2022 season for Most Improved and Eclectics.

Congratulations to our most improved player, Coral Cavanagh, for lowering her index by over 4 points throughout our 2022 season. Eclectics tracks all club participants’ best scores for each hole across all the Tuesday game days.

Congratulations to Denise Gauny for Eclectics Low Gross Overall award and Sally Brannen for winning Eclectics Low Net Overall award.

Other net Eclectics winners are:

Flight A:

• 1st Place – Coral Cavanagh

• 2nd Place – Tanya Wilson

• 3rd Place – Lois Anderson

Flight B:

• 1st Place – Janet Keeter

• 2nd Place – Lydia Stang

• 3rd Place – Cheryl Vivas

Flight C:

• 1st Place – Erin Robb

Join us for a kids’ movie night at the Northwoods Clubhouse in early August. Pizza on the Hill offers food and drinks for parents while your kids enjoy a movie and draw prizes in the lounge. Stay tuned for details; happy trails!

Email terrellsf@earthlink.net for more information on the Equestrian Club.

4-WHEELERS CLUB

• 2nd Place – Shirley Westfall

• 3rd Place – Chris Lodge

This month we are looking forward to a full 18 holes for our Tuesday play days and hosting our non-TD golf friends at our Invitational. Come join us! Email the Women’s Golf Club at tdwgclub@gmail.com to learn more.

This year we have welcomed 19 new members! Our friendly and supportive club is a great way to meet super gals and improve your game through easy-to-fit-in, inclusive nine-hole play. For club information, email td9hole@gmail.com

May got us back out on the trails in Nevada to avoid the snow. We visited El Dorado Canyon, Como, Sand Mountain, the Fairview Peak Earthquake Fault, Cabin Under the Boulder, BerlinIchthyosaur State Park, Middlegate Station, the Shoe Tree and Virginia City. El Dorado Canyon had some challenging new features due to winter erosion of the old road requiring spotting through the rocks. We were expecting rough conditions from prior reports of the trail to Cabin Under the Boulder but found much of the road recently graded. We also enjoyed seeing the donkeys at the Marietta Wild Burro Range and checking out the old rock foundations of Marietta. Due to lingering snow, we moved our first run in June to the lower-elevation

Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park. We also continued our Nevada exploration with a run to the always-facilitating, petroglyph-rich Lagomarsino Canyon and the challenging Bronco Canyon. To join/sign up for runs and socials, please visit the TD4WD Club Website at TD4Wheelers.org. Dues are $10 per year.

TREVOR CLARK

Club Members Peg Van Camp and Marilyn Augello Pose for a Photo

SENIOR ALPINE SKI CLUB

What an incredible winter we‘ve had. Many of our club members have enjoyed spring corn at Palisades Tahoe and Alpine Meadows in June, and we’re excited to be skiing until July 4! But even with all the skiing, we’re also having fun with summer activities.

On June 13, we enjoyed our first bike tour as a group, a “Tour de Truckee” ride from the Regional Park along various bike paths, followed by lunch. A gettogether is planned for Closing Day at Alpine Meadows on July 4, with skiing and an après ski gathering and picnic. The club also plans kayak trips, BBQs, Regional Park Wednesday night concerts and tennis and pickleball events throughout the summer.

QUILT CLUB

The longer and warmer days have brought us back to outdoor activities. I see a lot of people biking and walking throughout the community. The golf course is open, and trail work has resumed. And with each day, there are more and more wildflowers and beautiful potted gardens on front stoops to admire. Summer is here!

The summer has also brought with it more quilters. Welcome back, everyone! This season, we will continue our work on quilts for the Baby and Me project and the Soroptimist Teen Closet. We are also discussing another project for veterans. If you want to learn more about the Tahoe Donner Quilt Club and what we do, please contact Odette at odette.turmel@gmail.com. Quilters of all levels are welcome.

MEN’S GOLF CLUB

Please Note: Our meeting location has changed. We now meet at Pizza on the Hill on the first and third Wednesday of the month, from 3-5PM. Happy summer!

Our members are active year-round in all the sports and activities our worldrenowned “Tahoe” has to offer! We hope you’ll join us. Please visit our website at tdski.com for club information and details for upcoming events throughout the year.

JUNIOR GOLF CLUB

The TD Men’s Golf Club offers Wednesday morning rounds for the casual golfer. These low-stress games tee off at 8:30AM every Wednesday during summer. If you’re interested in meeting new golfers, playing some fun rounds and hanging out afterward at the newly-updated Lodge Pavilion, sign up for the Tahoe Donner Men’s Golf Club by visiting the website at tdgolfclub.com or by emailing our Member Chair Michael O’Connell at oconnell.tdgolf@gmail.com.

KARATE CLUB

With a late start to the golf season, the annual championship tournament seems to be upon us quicker than ever. Come join us for this fun all-levels tournament on Wednesday, Aug. 2. Participants will be divided into flights commensurate with their skills, experience and age. Each player plays their own ball through the entire course.

Younger and less-experienced golfers will play a nine-hole tournament beginning with a mountain course putting challenge. Players may tee off from the blue or yellow tees, 200-yard tees or orange 150-yard tees, depending on their skill level. Older and more experienced golfers will play a full 18-hole round. In addition to tee gifts, every player will take home a prize, where each participant picks one from the prize table in the order of their flight finish.

We will also need parent volunteers to drive kids in carts, sign players in, pass out tee gifts and help with lunch. For any questions, please call the Pro Shop at (530) 587-9443 ext. 3 or parent coordinators Russ and Jean Lai directly at (530) 582-0673. We look forward to sharing a great day with all the young golfers!

International Karate League (IKL) is a modified Shorin Ryu founded in 1958 by Walter Nishioka, Shihan. The Tahoe Donner Karate Club was started in February of 2022 by Sensei Suz Field, fourth-degree black belt. Members are encouraged to participate at their own pace to achieve personalized goals. This martial arts style improves physical fitness, balance, strength and flexibility while students learn self-defense. The club also provides opportunities for participation in karate tournaments, competing in kata and kumite events. Club members are currently of various ranks, ages and abilities. The TD Karate Club is year-round and offered twice weekly. The club also hosts several social events. Learn more at tahoedonner.com/tahoe-donner-karate or contact Suz Field Sensei at IKLdojo.TD@gmail.com

THE BUZZ: DINING

All offers listed are valid during non-holiday periods and are not valid with any other promotions or coupons. Offers subject to change. Check the website for changes to operating dates and hours. All hours of operation are conditions permitting.

The Marina Grill at the Beach Club Marina offers grill items, wraps, salads, ice cream and an assortment of other tasty snacks. Soft drinks, beer, wine, tropical cocktails and a limited spirits menu are also available.

HOURS

Daily | 11AM-6PM

MARGARITA MONDAYS

Enjoy $5 margaritas every Monday!

Not available July 3

12915 DONNER PASS ROAD (530) 587-9460

TAHOEDONNER.COM/MARINA-GRILL

The Lodge Restaurant & Pub is an award-winning neighborhood bistro with plenty of outdoor seating and spectacular views of the Golf Course. Order dinner, drinks and desserts the whole family is sure to enjoy.

HOURS

GRAB-AND-GO + FULL BAR

Daily | 8:30*-11AM

*Or 30 minutes before first tee time Order at the downstairs window.

LUNCH

Daily | 11AM-5PM

Food available until 4PM. Reservations not available; lunch served in the Pub until Pavilion construction is complete.

PUB

Wednesday-Sunday | 4:30-9PM

Open at 4PM for drinks.

DINNER SERVICE

Wednesday-Sunday | 5-9PM Make a dinner reservation online at OpenTable.com or call (530) 587-9455.

GOLFERS HAPPY HOUR

Golfers are invited to enjoy daily food and drink specials from 2-4PM during the golf season, served in the Pub until Pavilion construction is complete.

PAVILION OPENING PARTY

FRIDAY, JULY 28 | 5-8PM

Alder Creek Cafe, located in the Alder Creek Adventure Center, is known for delicious, healthy options featuring seasonal and organic ingredients. The Trailside Bar offers a variety of unique draft and bottled beers and a diverse wine list.

HOURS LUNCH

Sunday-Friday | 11:30AM-3PM

Saturday | 11:30AM-4PM

DINNER – NEW!

Thursday-Sunday | 5-8PM

TRAILSIDE BAR

Daily | 11:30AM-8PM

EDI-BŌL

Thursday | 5-8PM

Dive into your favorite comfort foods with a twist on Thursday nights! Beer and wine will be available for purchase at the Trailside Bar.

TRIVIA NIGHT

Sunday | 6-8PM

Swimmers can enjoy poolside lunch, snacks, specialty beverages and cocktails from Marco Polo Grill at the Trout Creek Recreation Center. Favorites include a delicious kids menu, fish tacos, poke bowls and specialty salads.

HOURS

Daily | 11:30AM-3:30PM

Closing at 2:30PM July 1-2 for the Summer Concert on the Green events.

12790 NORTHWOODS BLVD (530) 587-9437

TAHOEDONNER.COM/MARCOPOLOGRILL

Celebrate the re-opening of The Lodge Pavilion! With recent enhancements to the patio and dining areas, enjoy a more relaxed and inviting outdoor experience that will include the introduction of the new Pavilion dinner menu, free cocktail samples provided by Tif’s Spiked Canned Cocktails and live music from Bias and Dunn as part of the Grooves by the Greens music series.

GROOVES BY THE GREENS

FRIDAYS, JULY 28-AUG. 25 | 6-8PM

Summer evenings just got better with live music on Fridays, starting July 28. Sit back, relax and groove along with your favorite local musicians and bands amidst the fresh air and fairway views.

12850 NORTHWOODS BLVD (530) 587-9455

TAHOEDONNER.COM/THELODGE

Trivia has moved to Sunday evenings at the Alder Creek Cafe. Win cool prizes with brain-teasing questions that test random knowledge during this wildly fun game night while you enjoy fresh menu options like the ACC Burger and Shrimp Soft Tacos, plus a tasty selection of draft and bottled beer and wine!

Not available July 2

CORNHOLE TOURNAMENTS

FRIDAYS, JULY 7-AUG. 25 | 5-8PM

Enjoy some fun and friendly competition on the back deck of the Alder Creek Adventure Center on Friday evenings this summer season. Prizes awarded to first-, second- and third-place finishers. Two players per team; have your team name ready when you arrive.

Cost: $5 per person; includes Trailside Bar drink ticket

15275 ALDER CREEK RD (530) 582-9686

TAHOEDONNER.COM/ALDERCREEKCAFE

VOTED BEST KID-FRIENDLY RESTAURANT BY THE SIERRA SUN!

Pizza on the Hill is serving up a delicious menu with fresh options for family and friends, including pizza, handmade pasta, appetizers, salads and more. With indoor and outdoor seating coupled with nearby recreation, including a playground, bocce ball courts, horseshoe pit, sand volleyball and serene meadow views, it’s no wonder Pizza on the Hill is a community favorite. Bring the whole family to enjoy delicious Italian-inspired cuisine, weekly pizza and pasta specials made fresh daily, local draft beer, premium wine and more at Pizza on the Hill.

HOURS

Friday-Tuesday | 4-8PM

Reservations strongly recommended. Make a dinner reservation online at OpenTable.com or call (530) 582-9669.

HAPPY HOUR

Friday-Tuesday | 4-5PM

Take advantage of $6 draft beer, $7 house Chardonnay and $7 house Pinot Noir!

BINGO NIGHT + POTH BUFFET SPECIAL

Monday | 6-7PM

Bring all your favorite good luck charms and head over to the Northwoods Clubhouse for Bingo on Monday nights for a lively and family-friendly evening. For dining on the lawn, enjoy a special POTH Bingo Buffet of pasta with meat sauce and Caesar salad. (Full menu offered at POTH’s indoor and outdoor seating.)

Cost: Adults $14, Kids $10

MUSIC BY THE MEADOW

SATURDAYS, JULY 8-AUG. 26 | 5-7PM

Grab a blanket and head over to the lawn at Northwoods Clubhouse on Saturday evenings to enjoy live music performances amidst the pines and meadow views. Kick your shoes off and dance along with your favorite local musicians and bands! Indoor and outdoor dining available at Pizza on the Hill, and a playground is nearby for the kiddos.

11509 NORTHWOODS BLVD (530) 582-9669 TAHOEDONNER.COM/PIZZA

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WINNERS RECEIVE A GIFT CERTIFICATE TO THE LODGE RESTAURANT & PUB

DEADLINE: September 5, 2023

OPEN TO: Tahoe Donner Members

CATEGORIES:

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SUBMIT: Email high-resolution digital files to comdep@tahoedonner.com.

See details, rules and requirements at tahoedonner.com/photo-contest

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THE DOG WHO RAISES THE MOST FUNDS FOR GOOD WILL BECOME TAHOE DONNER DOG MAYOR

HELP YOUR FAVORITE DOG WIN

VOTE WITH YOUR DONATION OR SIMPLY DONATE FOR GOOD

Help put the “fun” in “fundraising” by donating to the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund Summer Campaign. Elect Tahoe Donner’s first Dog Mayor with donations that support local students and nonprofits and make our community a better place to live, work and play.

Why have we “gone to the dogs?” Some suggest there are almost as many dogs as people in Tahoe Donner. During the dog days of summer, these “good dogs” are helping raise essential funds. Here’s how:

Visit tahoedonner.com/dog-mayor for links to vote with your donation dollars for your favorite canine candidate for Tahoe Donner Dog Mayor.

You can also donate to the Giving Fund’s “General Fund” if you prefer to make a general donation.

You can designate your donation to scholarships or grants, and you can make your gift anonymous if you prefer.

Donations support local student scholarships and nonprofit grants through the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund, an affiliate fund of the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation.

Vote with your donations through July 31. This is one election where it’s okay to say, “Vote early, vote often!”

WHY WE GIVE

“With your partnership, we are able to transform the lives of some of our most vulnerable neighbors.”

“With TDGF-provided support to our trail-building efforts in Martis Valley’s Waddle Ranch, we now have a five-mile nonmotorized trail suitable for hiking, running and mountain biking.”

Founded in 2014, the Tahoe Donner Board-chartered Tahoe Donner Giving Fund Committee raises more than $100,000 annually through fundraising campaigns to support local student scholarships and nonprofit grants. In addition, an anonymous Tahoe Donner homeowner generously donates $200,000 annually for IMPACT scholarships. The Tahoe Donner Giving Fund is an affiliate fund of the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, tax #68-0416404. All contributions are voluntary and are tax-deductible as allowed by law.

– Cathie Foley, North Tahoe-Truckee Homeless Services

– Allison Pedley, Truckee Trails Foundation

Fire Season –Watches, Warnings + Bans

Each summer, wildfire risk grows with warmer weather, low relative humidity, strong winds and lightning strikes. Below is a quick-reference guide to fire weather watches, red flag warnings and seasonal fire bans.

FIRE WEATHER WATCH + RED FLAG WARNINGS ARE YOU PREPARED FOR A WILDFIRE?

Established by the National Weather Service, fire weather watches in California are issued when conditions conducive to wildfire may occur within 12-72 hours. Red flag warnings are the highest alert during a fire weather watch, where residents and visitors to the area are urged to practice extreme caution, take measures to prevent wildfires and plan for emergencies.

DURING A RED FLAG WARNING:

• All open flames are prohibited within the boundaries of the Truckee Fire Protection District (this includes gas flame and other outdoor cooking devices normally exempt under the District’s seasonal burn ban ordinance).

• The use of power tools for home and yard maintenance is strongly discouraged.

• Visit CodeRED to sign up to receive red flag alerts and all other emergency alerts from Truckee Fire Protection District.

• As always, please exercise extreme caution!

• If you see any violation of these guidelines during an active red flag warning, do not hesitate to call 911. These warnings are issued to prevent a major incident, and community vigilance is always appreciated.

To learn more about red flag alerts and other fire-related warnings from the National Weather Service, visit weather.gov/fire.

Tahoe Donner residents are urged to remain aware of wildfire threats within the area, take measures to reduce the risks of fire dangers and ensure they and their families are prepared in the event of an evacuation. Various resources are available online to help homeowners address defensible space around their homes and devise a plan if an evacuation becomes necessary.

SIGN-UP FOR EMERGENCY NOTIFICATIONS

Be sure to register with CodeRED to receive all emergency-related notifications by visiting nevadacountyca.gov/2713/Emergency-Alerts

KNOW YOUR ZONE

Visit community.zonehaven.com to determine your evacuation zone so that you are prepared if evacuations become necessary.

PRACTICE DEFENSIBLE SPACE

Visit tahoedonner.com/defensible-space to learn more about Tahoe Donner’s defensible space programs.

BE READY FOR EMERGENCIES

Visit tahoedonner.com/emergency-preparedness to learn more about fire safety and emergency preparedness.

Truckee Fire Protection District Seasonal Burn Ban Ordinance

Each year, the Truckee Fire Protection District implements a ban on backyard-type campfires, bonfires and BBQs that may use wood, charcoal or briquettes. Typically extending from June through November, the ban lessens the risk of wildfires caused by unattended or improperly extinguished residential campfires.

SEASONAL BURN BAN ORDINANCE IN EFFECT AS OF JUNE 26, 2023.

CAUSES OF EXTREME FIRE DANGER

The buildup of dry fuels

Significant drought

Increased human presence

Visitors who don’t understand the danger

Escaped campfires

WHAT IS BANNED

Residential campfires/ bonfires that burn anything other than gas

BBQs that burn solid fuel (like charcoal briquettes, wood or lump charcoal)*

Big Green Egg BBQs

Briquette fuelbased smokers

Wood shavings that are generally added for flavor to smokers and gas grills (like applewood and others)

WHAT IS ALLOWED

Gas campfires

Gas portable fire pits

Gas BBQs

Pellet-burning devices

Wood pellet fuel-based BBQs and smokers that are well contained – all particles must be fully consumed to ash prior to disposal

WHAT IS EXEMPT

Designated + private campgrounds

Note: Tahoe Donner Campground does not allow wood or charcoal fires

Day-use picnic areas

Community picnic areas with a valid permit

Outdoor special event commercial cooking with a valid permit

TAHOE DONNER RULES + MORE

Tahoe Donner does not allow wood or charcoal fires at the Tahoe Donner Campground, Beach Club Marina or other amenities. Per the Association Covenants rules, all homeowners and visitors must also comply with the seasonal burn ban ordinance. Additionally, all outdoor fires are prohibited on private lots, common areas or other associationowned properties at any time. To learn more about fire-related covenants, yard debris burning, the building of permanent outdoor BBQs or other fire-burning devices, visit tahoedonner.com/covenants or email compliance@tahoedonner.com

To learn more about the seasonal burn ban ordinance and red flag warnings in the Truckee-Tahoe area, visit truckeefire.org

*The district will not issue briquette BBQ permits to individual residences.

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This summer, the Capital Projects team is working hard to enhance various facilities and spaces. Whether it’s an elevated outdoor dining experience, new bocce courts or an improved hiking trail, there are a variety of projects recently completed this spring and scheduled for construction this summer and fall to improve your Tahoe Donner experience.

THE LODGE PAVILION

Construction at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub is nearly complete. Enhancements to the outdoor family dining area include a newly expanded paver patio, semi-permanent large-scale umbrellas, fire pit and fire tables, patio and festoon lighting and landscaping improvements. Along with the Pavilion, walkways around the building and in the Grotto are being regraded to meet ADA requirements and new pavers are being added to provide a refreshed and elegant look.

SNOWMAKING AT ALDER CREEK ADVENTURE CENTER

All snowmaking infrastructure was successfully completed last fall. The contractor is working on the completion of the pumphouse this summer. Please be advised that the area around the pumphouse is still closed due to construction activities.

THE LODGE PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS

Planned improvements will bring the ADA parking areas at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub into compliance and improve the walkway to the upper parking area. New stairs and an enhanced walkway connecting the upper and lower parking lots will incorporate a hydronic ice-melt system and new bollard lighting. Construction is scheduled for fall.

ALDER CREEK ADVENTURE CENTER TRAILHEAD REALIGNMENT

Construction of the new trailhead kiosk, boardwalk and turnpike trail located at the northeast corner of the Alder Creek Adventure Center parking lot was completed last fall. The old Alder Creek Trail is now permanently closed. Decommissioning and restoration, including the installation of fencing and natural barriers and willow stake and wetland sod plug planting, will start as soon as conditions permit. Please help protect this fragile environment by respecting the closure.

DOWNHILL SKI LODGE

Tahoe Donner is currently working through the Town of Truckee’s planning approval process. Construction is anticipated to start in 2024.

GROOVES BY THE GREENS

NORTHWOODS BOCCE COURT REfRESH

The bocce courts have just been rebuilt and are ready for play! Additional improvements to the pavers around the courts have been put out to bid for fall construction.

THE LODGE PAVILION

FRIDAYS 6-8PM FREE

JULY 28

BIAS + DUNN

AUGUST 4

THE SOCKS

GOLf COURSE PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE ON HOLE 18

Structural design has been completed, and the permitting process has begun. Construction is anticipated for fall, pending permits and contractor availability.

MARINA DECK + SHADE STRUCTURE

This Beach Club Marina project includes an expanded deck with added glass windscreen, fire pits, a permanent outdoor bar, smoker barbecue and new ADA ramps. The design has been completed and permits have been submitted. Construction is pending receipt of permits, potentially in fall 2023 or spring 2024.

Periodic construction updates will be posted on the web at tahoedonner.com/capital-projects. Please use caution when around construction zones, pay attention to signage and closures and stay clear of active construction and heavy equipment.

AUGUST 11 DEAN

SHOW

AUGUST 18

DAVID BECK

AUGUST 25

ERIC DANIEL

BRIEFS

PIZZA ON THE HILL VOTED BEST KIDFRIENDLY RESTAURANT BY THE SIERRA SUN!

The community has spoken! With indoor and outdoor seating coupled with nearby recreation, including a playground, bocce ball courts, a horseshoe pit, sand volleyball and serene meadow views, it’s no wonder Pizza on the Hill was voted Best Kid-Friendly Restaurant by Sierra Sun readers. Bring the whole family to enjoy delicious Italianinspired cuisine, weekly pizza and pasta specials made fresh daily, local draft beer, premium wine and more. For details, visit tahoedonner.com/pizza-on-the-hill.

ALDER CREEK CAFE NOW OPEN FOR DINNER + DRINKS

New this season, in addition to Edi-Bōls, Alder Creek Cafe is now offering dinner service Thursday through Sunday from 5-8PM. The Trailside Bar is also open daily from 11AM-8PM featuring a unique selection of draft and bottled beers and premium wine. Enjoy an après beverage and dinner with a meadow view to celebrate all your summer adventures. Learn more at tahoedonner.com/aldercreekcafe.

TROUT CREEK TRAIL REOPENS JUNE 30

While the Trout Creek Trail has remained closed due to construction on the TDPUD’s Pioneer Trail pipeline and pump station, it is scheduled to reopen June 30 (conditions permitting) through Sept. 4 to allow the community to enjoy access during the summer months. The Trout Creek Trail is a gently sloping and scenic 1.5-mile pathway connecting downtown Truckee and the Pioneer Center to Northwoods Boulevard in Tahoe Donner. A convenient way to travel to the downtown area, the paved trail is ideal for pedestrians, strollers, scooters and

bikes. To learn more about this project, visit tdpud.org/pioneerpipeline

YOGA ON THE MEADOW RETURNS

Running from July 8 through Sept. 9, enjoy a free outdoor yoga class every Saturday morning from 9-10AM behind the Northwoods Clubhouse. No experience necessary; all skill levels are welcome to this relaxing class amidst the tranquility of the meadow. No equipment provided; please bring your own mat or towel.

TRUCKEE THURSDAYS SHUTTLE STOP AT TROUT CREEK RECREATION CENTER

Through Aug. 10, Tahoe Donner is offering complimentary shuttle service from the Trout Creek Rec Center to downtown Truckee for Truckee Thursdays. The Tahoe Donner shuttle will make rounds from 4:30PM until 9PM. Availability is on a firstcome, first-served basis. Seat belts are required; no standing. Bikes, large strollers, pets, food and drinks are not permitted.

45-DAY NOTICE: ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS FEE CHANGES

A 45-day notice is currently open on proposed Architectural Standards fee changes. To learn more about this notice and to get involved, please visit tahoedonner.com/45-day-notice

NEVADA COUNTY WILDFIRE RESILIENCE SURVEY

Nevada County Office of Emergency Services is updating the County Community Wildfire Protection Plan, which will support

communities like Tahoe Donner in taking action to protect the places they value from wildfire and help prioritize wildfire risk reduction activities.

The survey is available in English and Spanish and is open to Nevada County residents, property owners and the Nevada County workforce through Aug. 31. Visit ReadyNevadaCounty.org/CWPP to complete the survey.

STAY OFF WET OR MUDDY TRAILS + BECOME A TRAIL STEWARD

With winter conditions that have extended late into spring and early summer, trail conditions are variable. Please avoid wet or muddy trails to prevent damage or erosion. Repairing the trail system can be costly to fix, and any degradation can negatively impact the surrounding environment and ecosystems. Please also note that Coyote Crossing is closed until further notice due to winter damage. Explore how you can help maintain the trails as a volunteer. The Tahoe Donner Land Management Department offers Stewardship Days throughout the summer, focusing on building new trails or repairing existing ones and ecological restoration of the surrounding landscape. Visit tahoedonner.com/trails to learn more about volunteer opportunities, site visits, guided tours and more.

MEMBER ID AT PRIVATE AMENITIES

If you visit a private amenity like the Tennis Center, Beach Club Marina or Trout Creek Recreation Center, please remember to bring your member ID or sign up for a mobile ID. This will reduce your wait time, as you can tap or scan your ID for faster amenity entry. For any questions, please contact Member Services at (530) 587-9400 or at info@tahoedonner.com

STAY IN THE KNOW. SIGN UP FOR WEEKLY EMAILS: TAHOEDONNER.COM/SUBSCRIBE

TAHOE DONNER CONTACTS

Area Code (530)

MEMBER

SERVICES

587-9400 | info@tahoedonner.com | Live chat on website

AMENITIES

Beach Club Marina 587-9460 marina@tahoedonner.com

Bikeworks 582-9694 bikeworks@tahoedonner.com

Campground 587-9462 campground@tahoedonner.com

Cross Country Ski 587-9484 xc@tahoedonner.com

Downhill Ski Resort 587-9444 ski@tahoedonner.com

Equestrian Center 587-9470 equestrian@tahoedonner.com

Forestry 587-9432 forestry@tahoedonner.com

Golf Course 587-9443 golf@tahoedonner.com

The Lodge 587-9455 lodge@tahoedonner.com

Recreation Hut 587-9413 recreation@tahoedonner.com

Snowplay 587-9437 snowplay@tahoedonner.com

Tennis Center 587-9474 tennis@tahoedonner.com

Trails 582-9672 trails@tahoedonner.com

Trout Creek Rec Ctr 587-9437 troutcreek@tahoedonner.com

ASSOCIATION COMMITTEE CHAIRS

Architectural Standards

Rod Whitten aso@tahoedonner.com

Covenants

Chris Madden covenantscommittee@ tahoedonner.com

Elections

Steve Meyers electionscommittee@ tahoedonner.com

Finance

Cathy Ravano financecommittee@ tahoedonner.com

Giving Fund Nan Meek tdgf@tahoedonner.com

Long-Range Planning Dan Simmons lrpc@tahoedonner.com

Trails and Open Space Peter Sawyer tos@tahoedonner.com

ASSOCIATION CHARTERED CLUB PRESIDENTS

4-Wheelers

Tim West club@td4wheelers.org

9-Holers Women's Golf Coral Cavanagh td9hole@gmail.com

Equestrian

Susan Terrell terrellsf@earthlink.net

Hiking

Robin Reese rbtahoe@sbcglobal.net

Junior Golf

Jean Lai jslai@comcast.net

Karate Suz Field IKLdojo.TD@gmail.com

Limited Abilities

Persons’ Golf Mike Srago msrago@comcast.net

Men’s Golf Brian Gauny briang@merithr.com

Mountain Bike Dustin Young dustinyoung75@gmail.com

Quilt Odette Turmel odette.turmel@gmail.com

Rowing Ward Sproat efs3@comcast.net

Running Scott Bauhs info@tdrunclub.com

Senior Alpine Ski Stephen O’Brien stephob@comcast.net

Tennis/Pickle Ian Mindell tennis@tahoedonner.com

Women’s Golf Tami Waddell wadainker@aol.com

MEMBER FEEDBACK

Help improve the overall association. Submit your comments and concerns via our online form on the member portal or at tahoedonner.com/feedback

BOARD MEETING RECAP

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

May 26, 2023

Consent Calendar

• The April 20, 2023 and April 28, 2023 minutes were removed from the Consent Calendar.

• The Consent Calendar items were approved with edits to the minutes. Motion passed 5-0.

Committee/Task Force Reports

The Board received these items as information.

Housing Study Project Update

The Board received an update from the staff and Economic Planning Systems, Inc. consultants about the Housing Study Project.

Downhill Ski Lodge

The Board was updated on the Downhill Ski Lodge Replacement Project.

General Manager Update

The Board was updated on the following:

• Golf Operations

• Summer Operations

• Capital Projects

• Forestry

• Community Standards (Architectural Standards + Covenants)

The Board also received an update about the Town of Truckee Vacancy Tax status.

Amenity Access Policy Schedule

The Board reviewed the schedule of meetings to discuss the Amenity Access Policy.

Winter Storm Damage Repairs

• The Board was updated on the 2022/23 winter storm damage repairs.

• The Board authorized the General Manager to expend up to $200,000 to repair unforeseen damages throughout Tahoe Donner.

• The expended costs would be allocated to the Operating and/or Replacement Reserve Fund as deemed appropriate. Motion passed 5-0.

Treasurer’s Report

The Board was updated on the Q1 2023 Treasurer’s Report.

Operating Fund Policy

• The Board reviewed a potential Operating Fund Policy from the Ad Hoc Committee.

• The Board approved rescinding the 2018-4 resolution and adopting an updated Operating Fund Policy with edits. Motion passed 4-1 (Roth – No).

Suspension of Membership Rights and Authorization to Forward Delinquent Accounts to Collection Services

The Board considered the suspension of membership rights and turning over delinquent accounts to Tahoe Donner’s contracted collection services. Motion passed 5-0.

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

UPCOMING COMMITTEE MEETINGS

Wednesday, July 5, 2023 – Trails + Open Space

Monday, July 10, 2023 – Giving Fund

Wednesday, July 12, 2023 – Architectural Standards

Thursday, July 13, 2023 – Covenants

Thursday, July 13, 2023 – Long-Range Planning

Thursday, July 20, 2023 – Finance

Wednesday, July 26, 2023 – Architectural Standards

Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2023 – Trails + Open Space

To get meeting details, including Zoom meeting registration information and time, please send an email to executiveassistant@tahoedonner.com

HOMES ON THE RISE

The Architectural Standards Committee did not review any plans in May 2023.

COVENANTS VIOLATIONS HEARINGS

The Covenants Committee held the following violations hearings in May 2023.

STREET VIOLATION FINE

Northwoods Blvd. Noxious Activity – Snow Removal $400

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

WHERE IN THE WORLD IS TD NEWS?

ROME

Eric, Nicole, Morgan and Sydney Pagel enjoyed spring break in Rome. Sydney is attending John Cabot University in Rome for a semester abroad program affiliated with TCU.

NÆRØYFJORD, NORWAY

Mike and Sandy Ahrens took their grandson, Dylan, to Norway during his high school spring break. This photo was taken on one of the greatest fjords in the world, outside the Nærøydalen valley, during a fjord trip from Gudvangen to Flam.

INDIO, CALIFORNIA

Bill and Debbie Radcliffe, Michael Sullivan, Suzanne Boyette-Sullivan, Joyce Scardina-Becker and Dana Becker all met up at their winter getaway retreat in the Coachella Valley at Trilogy at The Polo Club. The “TDers away from TD” had a wonderful get-together for a great evening with new friends.

FLAM, NORWAY

Mary and Fred Zapponi stopped in Flam, Norway during their 47th anniversary trip.

SUBMIT YOUR PHOTOS

Email your “Where in the World” photos to comdep@tahoedonner.com

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

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