Tahoe Donner News – January 2015

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DEPARTMENTS

02GM’s MessageFrom the desk of Robb Etnyre

03January EventsWhat’s going on in January

08Vitality ConnectionPurify your life in the new year

10Let’s Get TogetherMark your calendars for deals and fun

29Winter RemindersFrom Architechtural Standards Office

30Board MeetingNovember 22 meeting recap

31Where in the World is TD News?TD News travels the world

TAKE NOTE

05Town Hall MeetingsTwo important meet-ings in January

17Meet Justin BrendeckeOur friendly chef

21Try Snowshoeing!A fun and easy way to exercise outside

22Snowman ContestGet creative and enter to win!

24Employee AwardsSee the standouts from 2014

25Snowbound TrainLearn about a local historical event

28Winter WeddingsSay “I Do” at Tahoe Donner

ALDER CREEK ADVENTURE CENTERA construction update on the new building at Tahoe Donner Cross Country.

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SAFETY FIRST January is National Ski Areas Association

Safety Month. Read up on how you and your family can stay safe this winter.

TECH AGE FITNESS Need some help kick-starting your resolu-tions? These websites and apps will motivate you to exercise and eat right.

LEARN TO SKI MONTH Read about the new national initiatives

to introduce newcomers to the sport and see the deals we are offering.

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EDITORIAL AND PRODUCTION STAFF

Brinn Talbot Gretchen SproehnleJody SergisonAshley Quadros

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President Jim Stang, [email protected]

Vice President Tom Johns, [email protected]

Treasurer Steve Miller, [email protected]

Secretary Ron Wulff, [email protected]

Director Courtney Murrell, [email protected]

Board of Directors [email protected]

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Each membership parcel receives one sub-scription to a domestic address. Additional subscriptions are available at the cost of $25 each. Cost to produce and distribute this publication is offset by advertising revenues. Periodicals Postage Paid at Truckee, CA, and additional mailing offices. Member letters to Tahoe Donner are published in the Members section of tahoedonner.com, where publishing guidelines are available.

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FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER’S DESK

After the recent storms, our winter season is now upon us. We have plenty of snow and a wealth of activities to enjoy at your own, personal, resort community of Tahoe Donner. Of course, the three primary winter ameni-ties—Downhill, Cross Country, and Snowplay areas—are open and ready for fun. Our Cross Country Ski Area will operate from temporary facilities in the parking lot of the new Alder Creek Adventure Center while our year-round facility is being completed this winter. You’ll find our amazing trail system fully available for Nordic skiing and snowshoeing. We also have our year-round operations available with fitness activities and hot tubs at Trout Creek Recreation Center, and excellent new food and beverage options at the Lodge Restaurant & Pub and at Pizza on the Hill. Aside from the January highlight of activities noted in the monthly Let’s Get Together section starting on page 10, you can always locate updated information online at our TahoeDonner.com website, or sign up for weekly emails which highlight information about events, programs, and services in your community (click on “sub-scribe” in the upper right corner of any page on our website).

This past month we recognized four great employees for their contributions to the asso-ciation during 2014. Matt Belote was recog-nized as team member of the year for his continued dedication and excellent skills in our Information Technology department. Brian Yohn, our replacement reserve man-ager, was recognized as our most valuable player of the year for his ability to consistently

master the various aspects of our associa-tion’s replacement reserve program in order to improve both the visual quality of our ameni-ties and the behind-the-scenes functionality of equipment. Sheryl Walker, our Architectural Standards Office manager, was recognized as manager of the year for her great team leader-ship skills, in-depth review of our architec-tural standards and covenants programs, and continued superior customer service engagement with our members. Our banquet manager Jeffrey Jack was also recognized for outstanding customer service, consistently delivering excellent banquet events at the Lodge Restaurant & Pub throughout 2014. If you have the opportunity, please recog-nize these great team members who have set themselves apart in the work they do for our community.

A few important membership events are scheduled for January 2015. Friday, Jan. 9, there will be a town hall meeting to review the Equestrian Campus remodel draft plan before final permitting and potential work begins this spring/summer 2015. Saturday, Jan. 10 is the 20th Annual Winter Trails Day! I want to invite you to join this national winter celebra-tion at our Cross Country Ski Area. To those who are new to snow sports, Winter Trails Day offers a chance to try snowshoeing and cross country skiing for free, and discover the great fitness and social benefits with these easy-to-learn winter activities. For a suggested $5 onsite donation, which benefits Truckee High School’s Nordic ski team, you can join organizations and vendors for a day of winter

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January

ALL EVENTS ARE DEPENDENT ON CONDITIONS. PLEASE CHECK TAHOEDONNER.COM OR CALL 530-587-9400 FOR UPDATES.

FOR ADDITIONAL JANUARY EVENTS SEE LET’S GET TOGETHER ON PAGE 10

OLD-SCHOOLSNOWBOARDING

ON THE COVER

Ski Patrol Director Ted Tank and Ski Patrol dog Tucker rode the Eagle Rock chairlift and assessed

Mile Run as part of a safety drill in December.

SATURDAYS ALL MONTH

Saturday NIght Live Maine LobsterAt the Lodge Restaurant & Pub every Satur-day through Jan. 31. See page 15.

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Winterpalooza!Don’t miss tube racing, snowman building, relay races and more! See page 11.

JAN. 10

Winter Trails DayNew to cross country? Ski or snowshoe for free! See page 11.

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Ski and Snowboard Safety WeekendEnjoy fun activities that will increase your level of safety. See page 10.

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Welcome Winter PartyCelebrate winter with Happy Hour in the entire restaurant and live music! See page 15.

Free Equipment Check Up Get your ski equipment checked for sizing and fit. See page 12.

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fun with free trail passes, mini snowshoe and cross country ski lessons, interpretive snow-shoe hikes, education, product demos, food, and entertainment.

On January 14, the board of directors has also scheduled an association Town Hall meeting to discuss the pros and cons of the association taking a more active political stance on key issues impacting our members’ investment in this community. The Town of Truckee has a population of 16,475 and 13,038 housing units. Tahoe Donner represents over 5,800 of those housing units with a member-ship base of almost 25,000 (primarily non-voting second homeownership).

As the board solicits feedback from the owners on becoming more engaged in local matters that have a direct effect on our mem-bership’s $3.1 billion real estate asset value in this community, there are some basic organi-zational fundamentals you should be aware of in how our elected California Mutual Benefit Corporation/Common Interest Develop-ment boards of directors operate. You might wonder what the difference is between a board meeting and a special meeting, or an annual meeting and a town hall meeting. Here’s some clarification.

ANNUAL MEETINGSAnnual meetings are required by our gov-

erning documents, which specify when they’re to be conducted and how and when members are to be notified about the meeting. This is the main meeting of the year when members elect a board of directors, hear committee reports and discuss items of common interest. Our annual membership meetings take place the fourth Sunday in June.

SPECIAL MEETINGSSpecial meetings are limited to a particular

topic. The board can call a special meeting at any time, and they must notify all members in advance. Notification is conducted on the association’s bulletin board in the Northwoods Clubhouse and on the company website. The notice will specify the topic so interested members can attend. Special meetings give the board an opportunity to explore sensitive or controversial matters in order to be better informed in their decision-making. Members are often requested to participate in the meet-ing during scheduled membership comment

periods, and members always have a right to listen to board discussion.

TOWN HALL MEETINGSTown hall meetings are informal gather-

ings intended to promote two-way commu-nication between the board and association members. The board may want to present a controversial issue or explore an important question like amending the bylaws. The board also may want to get a sense of members’ priorities, garner support for a large project or clarify a misunderstood decision. However, given the size and part-time occupancy of our 6,500-property resort community’s ownership interest, information is often communicated and feedback solicited online and via the Tahoe Donner News magazine, in addition to actual physical meetings.

BOARD MEETINGSMost of the business of the association is

conducted at regular monthly board meetings. Board members set policy, oversee manage-ment’s results, review operating and financial results, resolve disputes, hear appeals, talk to residents and plan for the future. Often the health and harmony of an entire community is directly linked to how constructive these meetings are. Tahoe Donner’s board of direc-tors hold monthly meetings on the fourth Saturday of each month, typically starting at 9 a.m. at either the Lodge Restaurant & Pub or the Northwoods Clubhouse. Meeting sched-ules and agendas are published online under the association’s membership and board of directors pages.

EXECUTIVE SESSIONThe governing documents and California

law require the association to notify home-owners in advance of all meetings, including executive meetings. However, the only time you may not attend is when the board goes into executive session. Topics that the board can discuss in executive session are limited by law to a narrow range of sensitive topics, including personnel matters, legal topics, contracts, or similarly related sensitive topics. Summarized results of these discussions and decisions are disclosed at the next regular board meeting.

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TAHOE DONNER CONTACTSMember Communications (area code 530) Member Services 587-9400 [email protected]

General Manager 587-9431 [email protected]

Contact Member Services to be transferred to other administrative departments.

AmenitiesAlder Creek Campground 587-9462 [email protected]

Beach Club Marina 587-9460 [email protected]

Bikeworks 582-9694 [email protected]

Cross Country Ski Center 587-9484 [email protected]

Downhill Ski Area 587-9444 [email protected]

Equestrian Center 587-9470 [email protected]

Forestry 587-9432 [email protected]

Golf Course 587-9443 [email protected]

The Lodge 587-9455 [email protected]

Pizza On The Hill 582-9669 [email protected]

Recreation Info Hut 587-9413 [email protected]

Tennis Center 587-9474 [email protected]

Trails 587-9432 [email protected]

Trout Creek Rec. Center 587-9437 [email protected]

Tahoe Donner Association Committee ChairsArchitectural Standards, Jason Wooley [email protected]

Covenants, Al Noyes [email protected]

Elections, Bonnie Watkins [email protected] Finance, Jeff Bonzon [email protected]

General Plan Committee Co-Chair, Michael Fajans [email protected] General Plan Committee Co-Chair, John Stubbs [email protected]

Tahoe Donner Association Chartered Club PresidentsBridge Club, Robin Reese [email protected]

Friends of TD Trails, B.R. Levine [email protected]

Rowing Club, Dot Mace [email protected]

Senior Alpine Ski, Dave Wallace [email protected]

Tennis, John McGregor [email protected].

9-Holers, Marianne Bowers [email protected]

Men’s Golf, Bob Moore [email protected]

Women’s Golf, Fran Macomber [email protected]

Hiking Club, Robin Reese [email protected]

Quilt Club, Linda Brush [email protected]

Junior Golf Club, Jean Lai [email protected]

TD 4-Wheelers Club, Bill Ratcliff [email protected]

Equestrian Club, Susan Terrell [email protected]

Two important Town Hall meetings will take place this January.

EQUESTRIAN TOWN HALL MEETING: JAN. 9The Equestrian Steering Committee has worked with staff and the

General Plan Committee, and with input from recent Town Hall meet-ings, has provided clear recommendations for the updated infrastruc-ture, safe circulation, and efficiency of the equestrian operations. These recommendations have been reviewed and approved by the Tahoe Donner board of directors at the November 22 meeting, where direction was given for staff to schedule the final Town Hall meeting. This meet-ing will take place at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub on Jan. 9 at 5 p.m.

Staff will continue working with committees and agencies to further detail the project scope for upcoming permitting and budget approv-

TOWN HALL MEETINGS IN JANUARYMARK YOUR CALENDAR!

als, in accordance with the approved Equestrian master plan version 7.1. Upon receipt of agency approvals through the winter months, work is scheduled to begin this spring for equestrian operations during the summer of 2015.

MEMBER TOWN HALL MEETING: JAN. 14Please join us in a discussion on the Tahoe Donner Association’s

involvement in Truckee politics. There are a number of elected boards and councils that control our community and impact Tahoe Donner Association. These elected officials are our Town Council and commu-nity service district board members. “I strongly believe that we need to voice our concerns to each of these elected officials before they make decisions that impact our association,” said Jim Stang, Tahoe Donner board president. “As an association we need to discuss and formulate what situations trigger our active participation.”

The Town Hall meeting will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 14, at the Lodge Restaurant & Pub starting at 6 p.m. For second homeowner members who live off the hill—approximately 75 percent of the mem-bership—please let the board know what you think the association should tell to our elected local officials by sending an email to [email protected].

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FEATURE

For construction crews accustomed to oper-ating in the High Sierra, it’s common practice to establish strong momentum and coordina-tion through the summer and autumn months in anticipation of upcoming rains and snow that inevitably blanket the Tahoe area. Beyond the typical rush, from road construction proj-ects to home starts this last fall, one couldn’t help notice just how busy the building indus-

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE:

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try really was. From recently published reports, the North Tahoe region is now experi-encing a much higher volume of construction permits and building inspections, similar to the activity seen between 2005-2007, before the industry lull of the economic recession of 2008-2012. In fact, the Placer County Building Department

recently reported that they’ve exceeded their record total monthly inspections performed since 2005.

This building activity is welcome, as it has infused our local economy with renewed stability. However, finding qualified crews and skilled labor to meet this mounting demand continues to be the stiffest challenge for the industry yet. Case in point: Blue Rock Development, contracted by Tahoe Donner Association to construct the new Alder Creek Adventure Center, was not immune to this labor shortage in October and November, as they were planning to install pre-constructed truss and roof components through these months. Fortunately, they were successful in rebuilding a qualified and skilled workforce to complete the installation of roofing just ahead of the winter storms experienced in mid-

“During ongoing construc-tion activities, the staff at Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area will provide access to world-class Nordic skiing on groomed trails.”

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our ticket office/retail store to browse a variety of outerwear and gear and set yourself up with some

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December. Despite this setback, Blue Rock Development

was successful in installing all pre-constructed wall and roof components in less than four months, while also completing all underground utility upgrades, new storm-water-retention

ponds, perimeter paving and completion of the new parking lot. These measures will provide the facility with improved operational efficien-cies and further protections to the adjacent wetlands and water quality of Alder Creek.

Now that the building is enclosed and pro-

tected from winter weather, continued efforts to install electrical and plumbing infrastruc-ture is underway, while cabinets and casework are being constructed offsite, for efficient implementation and anticipated substantial completion forecasted in March of 2015.

During ongoing construction activities, the staff at Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area will provide access to world-class Nordic skiing on groomed trails, in addition to temporary infrastructure with a full rental shop, retail offerings, ski patrol, restroom facilities, and a place to warm up and enjoy hot beverages. Trails for striding, skate skiing and snowshoeing are open from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily, conditions permitting. You can go to tahoedonner.com/cross-country for the cur-rent list of open trails, view an online interac-tive trail map, or print a PDF copy of the Cross Country Ski Area trail map.

Once complete, the new Alder Creek Adventure Center will offer expanded food and beverage services, enhanced rental operations, an upgraded locker room, a larger public wax room, a new multi-purpose room, expanded deck with fire-pits, and additional vehicle parking. This enhanced design not only complies with, but exceeds all building codes, efficiency standards, and environ-mental guidelines, benefitting not only our homeowners and the Tahoe community, but also the adjacent water quality and our natural resources.


Happy New Year! It’s reset time! With December over, and the joy of giving to others behind us, it’s officially time to turn the focus back to you and give yourself the gift of health. Last month, I addressed the importance of a strong core and how to make the most of those pow-erhouse muscles. But believe it or not, training your body with aerobic conditioning and strength training is just a small part of the equation. Now is the time to consider cleaning up your nutrition, so you can opti-mize your workouts, sports performance and build a better you!

What does it mean to clean up your nutrition? It means the same thing that it means to clean your car, house, or clothes. It’s called purifi-cation; also known as detoxification—getting rid of the grime and mak-ing things clean and pure. You’ve heard it on TV, read it in periodicals, perhaps your doctor has even mentioned it, or maybe you have a friend who’s actually tried it. So why is there so much buzz about nutrition and the need to purify? Because it works.

What is a clean eating, purification program? Depending on your goal and the recommendation of your nutrition consultant or health care provider, it can range from eliminating a few to several common aller-genic foods and toxins from your diet for a period of time, typically one week to 30 days. Ideally, being able to commit to a program, whether it’s nutrition- or fitness-oriented, for a full 21 or more days, will maximize your results. Research has shown time and time again that it takes at least 21 days or more to create or break a habit.

What are the common food allergens and toxins and why is it impor-tant to eliminate them? Wheat/gluten, dairy, soy, coffee, sugar, alcohol, and yeast are on the typical recommended elimination list when doing a purification program. In addition, sticking with clean whole foods, eat-ing organic foods when possible, staying properly hydrated, and incor-porating nutrient-dense nutritional supplements are all key components to a successful detox program.

So how many of you are saying, no way, I can’t survive without my coffee, sweet treat, bread, beer or wine for 21-30 days? Here are a few reasons you should try. We are exposed to external toxins every day, such as heavy metals, smoke, household cleaning products, air and water pollutants, pesticides and herbicides, personal care products, pre-servatives and additives, pharmaceuticals, and trans fats. Some of these we have control over, but many of them we do not. These toxins can contribute to a wide range of symptoms in your body and mind, such as a stuffy head, food cravings or overeating, indigestion or other gastro-

intestinal distress, lack of focus or mental clarity, fatigue or insomnia, joint discomfort or pain, skin conditions like acne or extreme dryness, and low libido.

The human body can only deal with so many toxins before it starts breaking down. Our bodies are designed to rid some of these toxic substances naturally, but most people are completely overburdened by toxins, and the body can only handle eliminating these toxins naturally through our metabolic system for so long. By incorporating a purifica-tion or detox program, you can dramatically decrease the effects of these symptoms on your body. A structured clean eating and purifica-tion program can make a powerfully positive impact on your overall health and vitality.

Some of you may feel that you exercise, eat well and are pretty con-tent with how your body feels and looks. But wouldn’t it be nice to feel even better? Putting vanity aside, this could be the boost to take you over the next plateau.

Everyone’s results are different when participating in a purification program, but the consistent feedback is that people always feel much better. So, if you are questioning yourself with regard to food allergies or sensitivities, or you are an athlete wanting to take it to the next level, or your body is feeling inflamed from the burden of toxins, or you want to optimize your lean body mass, I recommend taking this challenge and investing in yourself! What better time than now? Give yourself the gift to recharge, reboot and discover the ultimate you!

If you are interested in learning more, Trout Creek Recreation Center will be offering a Healthy Eating and Beyond Purification and Detox for association members and guests. Please refer to page 13 of this issue for more information.

VITALITY CONNECTION2015: REBOOT TO A BETTER YOU!BY KARI CHALSTROM, CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER, FITNESS INSTRUCTOR, AND NUTRITION CONSULTANT

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Don’t miss all of the excitement this season at Tahoe Donner Down-hill Ski Area. Event highlights for January:

Learn to Ski or Snowboard Month – Jan. 5-9 and Jan. 12-16Never skied before or have kids who want to try it? Learn to ski or

snowboard with Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area; packages are just $39 and include an all-day lift ticket, rental equipment, and a 1.75 hour group lesson for ages 7 and up. Packages are for first-timers only.

Ski and Snowboarding Safety Weekend – Jan. 17-19Safety first! Children and adults can participate in many activities

around the mountain to increase their level of safety. From fun scaven-ger hunts to a national poster contest, to snow science and safety, there will be activities for everyone. By participating in our safety weekend, participants receive 25 percent off Smith helmets and goggles.

Tahoe Donner Race Series – Starts Jan. 10Throughout the winter season, fun public race events will be offered

on five Saturdays at Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. The races will take place on Jan. 10, 24, Feb. 7, 28 and March 14 and are formatted so that anyone who can ski or ride down a blue slope can race and have fun. Prizes are awarded at each race …and the best part? Whoever has the best three results in the series will have their names posted on the plaque in the ski lodge! The race categories are: male 18 and over, male 17 and under, female 18 and over, and female 17 and under. Cost: $5 for two race runs, and $1 per additional run (lift ticket not included).

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If you haven’t already, come out to Tahoe Donner Snowplay for some sledding fun. Equipment is included with your admission. Be sure to check our website or call ahead to verify our operating schedule. Bring the whole group and check out our January events:

Fastest Tube Event – Jan. 10How fast are you? Let’s find out! Heats run every half hour from

1-2:30 p.m. Free with admission.

Winterpalooza! – Jan. 17This is a brand new event you won’t want to miss! All day long from

9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., enjoy tube racing, snowman building, relay races, the Snowstrider course and more. Regular admission rates apply.

Friday Night Tubing – Jan. 9Tube under the lights! Snowplay will remain open until 6:30 p.m. for

night sledding.Snowplay operates on Fridays from 1:30-4:30 p.m. and Saturdays and

Sundays from 9:30 a.m. -4:30 p.m. On Monday, Jan. 19, Snowplay will open from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.

ROGER BURNS | RECREATION SUPERVISOR

The crew at Tahoe Donner Cross Country hopes you had a fabulous holiday season and that you are planning on joining us on the trails this winter.

While we eagerly await the move into our new facility, our temporary operations are working out great to provide services to our skiers. Our rental room is fully stocked and expanded with the addition of boots and adjustable poles for snowshoeing and a line of carbon fiber poles for our demo fleet. The base area warming hut is proving to be a popular après ski hangout and our skiers are enjoying our beverage and healthy snack options.

Did you know – Tahoe Donner Cross Country has the largest collec-tion of Nordic clothing and accessories in the region including Swix, Salomon, Sporthill, Toko, Kuhl, Sherpa, Smartwool, Pistil, Wigwam and Upcycle hats? If you haven’t been in our retail shop, you don’t know what you are missing. Set yourself up with some new ski clothes and gear for the new year!

LEARN TO SKI THIS MONTHWinter Trails Day – Jan. 10

It’s a national celebration of winter fun! This event offers those new to snowsports the chance to try cross country skiing and snowshoeing for free from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Registration is required at www.rei.com/sacramento.

PRICE: FREE!

Learn to Ski Weeks – Jan. 5-9 and Jan. 12-16Grab a friend and come learn to ski. During these periods, two par-

ticipants can learn to ski for the price of one! Price includes a one-hour private lesson with all-day trail passes and rentals for two people. Call in advance to reserve your spaces.

PRICE: $81 FOR TWO PEOPLE

Learn to Ski Program for Seniors – Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 25Cross country skiing is great for all ages, and this is a fun way for

seniors to learn. This group is exclusive to those age 65 or older and takes place from 1:30-3 p.m. Learn at your own pace with our experi-enced instructors.

PRICE: $81; $61 FOR MEMBERS

TRY SNOWSHOEING THIS MONTH Snowshoe Tours – Jan. 2 and Jan. 11

From 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., join our experienced snowshoe guides to learn more about snowshoeing, as well as our local environment and wildlife as you explore the trails at Tahoe Donner. Suitable for all levels.

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Full Moon Ski and Snowshoe Tour with Wine Tasting – Jan. 31Feel like a full moonlit stroll? Join our experienced guides to learn

more about snowshoeing and skiing, as well as our local environment and wildlife — under the light of the moon! The evening starts at 6 p.m. and even includes wine tasting and s’mores.

PRICE: $30 ADULTS; $15 FOR CHILDREN. AVAILABLE ON SHOPTD.

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TUNE UP YOUR SKILLS, FITNESS AND EQUIPMENT THIS MONTHEquipment Demo Day – Jan. 3 and Jan. 10

Want to try some new equipment? From 11 a.m.-3 p.m., demo the lat-est and greatest equipment from reps including Fischer, Swix, Salomon, Madshus, Rossignol and others. Free with trail pass.

Athlete Testing and Analysis – Jan. 11This popular test is back again this year! Our Athlete Testing and

Analysis, also known as lactate threshold testing, is an opportunity to take an on-snow test at our Cross Country Ski Area from 9-11 a.m. to determine the effectiveness of your training and fitness plans with sports performance expert, Dr. Andy Pasternak. Group analysis is the same day from 3-4 p.m. Reservations required 48 hours in advance.

PRICE: $225. AVAILABLE ON SHOPTD.

Free Equipment Check Up – Jan. 18Stop by the Cross Country Ski Area from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. to talk to one

of the specialists from Paco’s Bike and Ski to check if your skis, boots and poles are the right fit for you. Flex testing of skis and demo equip-ment is available for all levels. Dial in your gear for the Skogsloppet race on the following Monday! FREE with trail pass.

Classic Waxing and Technique with Paco’s Bike & Ski – Jan. 31This is an on-snow clinic from 9-10:15 a.m. to learn more about grip

waxing classic skis (the waxable kind) for different conditions from one of the specialists at Paco’s Bike and Ski. Don’t miss this if you plan to do the Tahoe Rim Tour, the classic tour/race from Tahoe City to Northstar on Feb 1! FREE with trail pass.

January Midweek Technique Tune UpsThis is a great opportunity to improve your skiing. It’s 30 minutes

of tips, tricks and feedback from some of our best instructors. Tune up your technique this winter to make your skiing even more fun and efficient.

• Novice Kick and Glide – Mondays at 12 p.m. Suitable for those who can ski green trails classic style.

• Advanced Skating Skills – Wednesdays at 9 a.m. Suitable for skaters who ski the blue and black trails.

• Novice Skaters – Fridays at 9 a.m. Suitable for those who can ski green trails.

PRICE: JUST $20 PER SESSION

Weekend Improver Clinics – Check out our clinics page on our website to find the clinics that will fit your skiing needs. Topics include skating uphill, gears for different terrain, improving efficiency, improv-ing downhill control, waxing and ski care, plus we’ll host special guest instructors, including Olympians and national level racers.

TRY RACING THIS MONTHSkogsloppet Race – Jan. 19

This race is organized by our local school cross country ski teams as a fundraiser. Starting at 10 a.m., choose a 15-kilometer or 7.5-kilometer course with a 2-kilometer option for those ages 12 and under. Everyone is welcome and all participants are entered in the drawing for some great prizes donated by friends of the school teams. Visit our website for registration information.

PRICE: $30 FOR ADULTS; $20 FOR AGE 18 AND UNDER; 2-KILO-METER OPTION IS $10 (ALL FEES $5 MORE DAY OF RACE)

Ski Orienteering – Jan. 31Organized by the Truckee Orienteering Club, this event is open to

the public. First-time orienteers are encouraged to attend; visit their website at truckeeorienteering.org for details.

DISCOVER BIATHLON THIS MONTHBiathlon Clinics – Jan. 11, Jan. 31, Feb. 28 and March 15

Join our biathlon clinics to learn what it takes to be a biathlete in the Winter Olympics! Clinics are offered for children ages 7-12 at 11:30 a.m. and adults 13 and over at 10 a.m. Learn how to shoot our laser biathlon rifles and how to hit the targets, even with an elevated heart rate after skiing or snowshoeing. Spaces are limited. Sign up at ShopTD.


to our homeowners, members and guests. Coaching and guidance is free with the purchase of the Nutrition Essentials kit, which is $150-$250, depending on the length of the program you choose. You will be working alongside a team of local professionals, including Kari Chal-strom, personal trainer, fitness instructor and nutrition consultant, and Leanna Jacuzzi, MS, RD, CDE, registered dietitian and nutritionist.

The program involves a personally structured eating schedule, elimi-nating the eight foods/ingredients that cause the most food sensitivi-ties, and teaching you how to create a well-proportioned, peaceful plate for every meal. Note: The program recommends the use of supplements to support the detox and a meal replacement shake for ease and sustain-ability. The supplements help bring balance back to the internal organs, such as the liver, kidneys, small and large intestines that filter the toxins in our bodies.

You will learn how to incorporate a new, healthful way of eating as you strive toward a brighter, clearer and lighter way of life. Even the healthiest slip back into old habits and this is an opportunity to remind yourself about the benefits of a detox. When you clean up bad or old habits, profound things can happen to your health. It may seem like a huge challenge for some, or even magical, but why not give it a try and see what it can do for you?

Look for additional services and classes to support the program; see the front desk at Trout Creek for details. This program is available locally and remotely. Please don’t hesitate to contact Kari Chalstrom at 415-717-8486 or [email protected], or Leanna Jacuzzi at 530-277-9783 or [email protected] with questions.

Tahoe Donner Senior Alpine Ski ClubBy the time you read this, the Tahoe Donner Senior Alpine Ski Club

will have started the ski season with a ski day at Northstar.For those ages 55 or older, the ski club is a very active group with

plenty of ski-related activities planned for winter 2015. During the

FRIENDLY REMINDERSPlease respect the ski area boundaries.We would like to remind everyone that the cross country ski and

snowshoe trail system, including Euer Valley, is a fee use area in winter.Trail fees are required to access this area once the Tahoe Donner

Cross Country Ski Area opens for the season. Tahoe Donner is known locally and nationally for its great skiing conditions and spends thou-sands of dollars each year to groom and maintain these winter trails.

Walking—unless on snowshoes—and biking is prohibited; tracks cre-ated by walking and biking can significantly damage the skiing surface and make conditions unsafe for skiers.

Members, guests and the public can access our beautiful terrain in the winter by purchasing a trail pass or a season pass. Enjoy winter access to the trails by skis or snowshoes, which are available for rent at the Cross Country Ski Area if you do not have your own. The Cross Country Ski Area is open seven days a week from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. when conditions allow.

Tahoe Donner’s Glacier Way Trailhead, off Skislope Way, is plowed in the winter to provide free access to members and guests and the trail is often packed by snowshoers.

The Legacy Trail near the Regional Park in Truckee is also a great place to walk in the winter, and Donner Lake State Park also offers win-ter access for hikers (parking fee required).

Join us on Saturday, Jan. 3 for our Full Moon Snowshoe Tour. From 4:30-6:30 p.m., take in the beauty of the full moon and the surrounding area as we hike above Donner Lake. Meet at Trout Creek Recreation Center and we will caravan to the trailhead. We suggest participants dress in warm layers, including hats and gloves, and bring a headlamp or flashlight and water. Advance registration of 48 hours is required.

ROGER BURNS | RECREATION SUPERVISOR

New Year’s Nutrition Program: Healthy Living and Beyond Detox Challenge

Give yourself the gift of health in 2015! Whether you are a seasoned athlete or perhaps you are feeling the need to rethink eating habits and behaviors and how they are affecting your vitality, now is the time to grab a friend or partner to join you on a 10- or 30-day Healthy Living and Eating Challenge. We are excited to offer this program

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season, the club typically visits several differ-ent resorts, including Sugar Bowl, Northstar, Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows and Home-wood. Our ski days are Mondays and Thurs-days and include a specially negotiated ticket rate for our members. An overnight trip to ski at Heavenly and Kirkwood is also planned.

In January the club will host the first of several ski clinics. These are in preparation for several fun races to be held at Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. All ski abilities are warmly welcomed.

For further details on all of the above, including ski ticket rates and ski days, please see our website at tdski.com.

TD Quilt ClubThe Tahoe Donner Quilt Group was busy

all year working on community projects. After completing 60 baby quilts for the Truckee Healthy Babies program, we shifted our emphasis to placemats for Meals on Wheels, having completed over 50 so far.

In 2015, we will be helping our Far West Nordic Community host the USSA Cross Country Skiing Junior National Champion-ships this March 8 -14, 2015. Skiers from all over the U.S. are coming to compete and every athlete will receive a boot bag and every coach a backpack. The Tahoe Donner Quilt Club has been asked to sew a JUNIOR NATIONALS 2015 patch on the 500 boot bags and back-packs. Once the patches are made, we will have a work party at the Northwoods Club-house.

The Tahoe Donner Quilt Group meets the first and third Wednesday of the month in the Northwoods Clubhouse conference room from 1-3 p.m. during the winter months. Come for show-and-tell and great fellowship. Contact Linda Brush at [email protected] or Marilyn Dundas at [email protected] for more details.

The 4 Wheelers on their November exploration.

PAUL AGUIRRE

TD 4 WheelersNovember offered the club a chance to do

some fun snow and cold weather backcountry exploring. The first trail we tackled was the Big Meadows, Hunter Creek trail run. The trail started at the Boomtown exit off Inter-state 80 and went up switchbacks high over the mountains to the south. We had incredible views of Reno to the east and could see all the way to Tahoe Donner to the west. It was a cold day and there was some snow on the ground in places and a tree had also fallen across the

trail at one point. But never fear, our resource-ful club members made short work of it with chainsaws. The trail took us to Big Mead-ows, which is a huge open meadow with the remnants of an old, wooden dam. Eventually we ended up going down through the area that was burned in the Hunter Creek fire last spring and then down into Reno. After the trail run, we enjoyed some pizza in Sparks.

The second trail run in November was the Pole Creek to Cabin Creek loop. During this run, we ran into some deeper snow and used some of our winches to get through. The views from this trail were gorgeous and the snow made it even more picturesque.

At the December TD 4 Wheelers holiday party, all of the club members brought toys for the Toys for Tots drive that Tahoe Donner was so generous to support. We hope you all had a great holiday season and that you will consider joining the TD 4 Wheelers for some fun and adventures in 2015. Visit our website at td4wheelers.com and if you are interested in joining the club, send an email to [email protected].

Happy New Year!!!


DINING OPTIONS

Pizza on the HillPizza on the Hill is open Thursday-Monday for dinner from 5-8:30 p.m.

On Jan. 1-4, hours will be extended to include lunch service starting at 11:30

a.m. For more information, please call 530-582-9669, or visit us online at

tahoedonner.com/pizza-on-the-hill to see our menu. Be sure to ask about

our daily specialty pizzas!

Thursday Night Trivia Calling all you trivia lovers! Enjoy a pizza from Pizza on the Hill while

showing off your smarts in a fun and competitive way every Thursday night

from 6:30-8 p.m. Winners at Trivia Night will take home prizes or gift cer-

tificates. Trivia Night is subject to cancellation by 7:15 p.m. for insufficient

attendance.

Friday Family Movie NightFREE fun for everyone! Every Friday night at 6:30 p.m., grab the kids,

order some pizza from Pizza on the Hill and sit back and get cozy at the

Northwoods Clubhouse for our featured film. Families will enjoy classic or

new movies rated G and PG. To find out what we’ll be playing in advance,

call Member Services at 530-587-9400.

Happy Hour*Quench your thirst by enjoying $3 Coors Light, $4 draft beers and $4

house cabernet or chardonnay by the glass; plus, enjoy half-price wings and

chili fries for just $4. Offered from 5-6 p.m., Thursday-Monday; excludes

Jan. 1-3.

$10 Pizza Sundays*You have so much to look forward to on Sundays at Pizza on the Hill.

How does cheese or pepperoni pizza for just $10 sound? Offered every Sun-

day! Limit six pizzas per group; take it to-go or dine-in.

Sausage and Suds SpecialWe’ve got a sizzling deal for you! New this month is a limited time offer-

ing of Italian sausages. For all of January, enjoy a juicy, Italian sausage with

ANY draft beer for just $9.

*Hour Hour and Sunday Half-Price Pizza Night will not be available during

the holiday period through Jan. 4, 2015. Additionally, all offers are not valid

with any other promotion or coupon.

The Lodge Restaurant & Pub

The Lodge Restaurant and Pub is open daily from 5-9 p.m. to enjoy artisan-crafted cuisine and spirits, and through Jan. 3, the Pub will open early at 4 p.m., serving appetizers, soups, and salads. For more information, call 530-587-9455 or visit tahoedonner.com/the-lodge.

No Corkage Tuesdays*Bring in a special bottle of wine from home to savor in the dining

room and we’ll waive the corkage fee on Tuesdays. Offer valid during non-holiday periods.

WildER Wednesdays*Happy Hour specials wildly last all night long in the entire restaurant

and Pub! Enjoy 25 percent off shared plates, soups and salads and drink specials. Offer valid during non-holiday periods.

Happy Hour*Enjoy drink specials and 25 percent off shared plates, soups and sal-

ads in the Pub, valid on Sunday-Thursday from 5-6:30 p.m. Happy Hour is not valid Jan. 1 and cannot be combined with any other promotion or coupon.

Saturday Night Live Maine Lobster – Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31On every Saturday in January, Chef Lew will be offering a differ-

ent live Maine lobster special while supplies last (limited availability). Come early; come hungry!

Welcome Winter Party – Jan. 23Welcome winter with us! We’re throwing a party and from 5-6:30

p.m., you can enjoy happy hour in the entire restaurant! At 6 p.m., we’ll start the live music with drink specials lasting until 9 p.m.

Super Bowl Party – Feb. 1Instead of organizing your own Super Bowl party, party with us! The

Pub will open for drinks starting at 3 p.m. with happy hour drink spe-cials. At 4 p.m., the Pub menu will be available with happy hour pricing offered throughout the entire game! As a Super Bowl special, patrons can enjoy half off Kobe beef sliders and our Reuben sandwich. For those with a hearty appetite for football and food, the regular dinner menu will be available starting at 5 p.m.

*All offers listed are valid during non-holiday periods and are not valid with

any other promotions or coupons. Offers subject to change.


Did you know that January is national safety awareness month? Tahoe Donner, along with the National Ski Areas Associa-tion (NSAA), offers safety programs for skiers and snowboarders to stay safe on the slopes. Before you hit the slopes, check out our web-site to educate yourself and your family on safety awareness!

Following are a few important ideas to remember:

KNOW THE CODE! WHAT CODE? THE SKIER AND RIDER RESPONSIBILITY CODE! THIS INCLUDES:

• Always stay in control, and be able to stop or avoid other people or objects.

• People ahead of you have the right of way. It is your responsibility to avoid them.

• You must not stop where you obstruct a trail, or are not visible from above.

• Whenever starting downhill or merging into a trail, look uphill and yield to others.

• Always use devices to help prevent run-away equipment.

• Observe all posted signs and warnings. Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.

• Prior to using any lift, you must have the knowledge and ability to load, ride and unload safely.

LIDS ON KIDS• Be smart and protect yourself with a hel-

met.• One size does not fit all. Get your helmet

properly fitted by a certified technician.• Strap it up. Always buckle your helmet—it

won’t help if it falls off!

TREE WELL AND DEEP SNOW SAFETY• The easiest way to avoid a snow immersion

SAFETY

SKI AREA SAFETYBY ROBERT MCCLENDON | DOWNHILL SKI AREA MANAGER

suffocation (SIS) accident is to remain on groomed areas and avoid deep snow and tree well areas.

• Be aware of the recent snowfall and the depth of the loose snow - check local resources for recent snow conditions.

• If you venture into ungroomed terrain: • Ride or ski with a partner and keep your

partner in sight at all times. • Ski or ride in control. • Give tree wells a wide berth. Look at the

open spaces between trees, not at them. • Skiers should remove ski pole straps. • Carry safety equipment including: Cell

phone with resort emergency number, transceiver or beacon, AvaLung, whistle, shovel, probe, Recco Rescue System.

• Keep your partner in sight at all times. In many SIS accidents, skiers and snowboard-ers have part of their body or equipment visible - but a partner isn’t there to see them.

• Take heart. Increased awareness and edu-cation reduces SIS risks. There are more reported cases of skiers and boarders being rescued by their partners each season.

Information was collected from deeps-nowsafety.org and nsaa.org/safety-programs/

For more safety tips visit tahoedonner.com/downhill-ski/safety/

SKI AND SNOWBOARDING SAFETY WEEKENDJAN. 17 – 19

Safety first! Children and adults can participate in many activities around the mountain to increase their level of safety. From fun scavenger hunts, to a national poster contest, to snow science and safety, there will be activities for every-one. By participating in safety weekend, participants receive 25 percent off Smith helmets and goggles.


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Justin Brendecke joined the Pizza on the Hill team in November 2013 and has since been promoted to chef at Pizza on the Hill.

“I love Tahoe Donner,” said Brendecke. “How can you complain about being in the mountains and cooking? It’s just great up here. Sur-rounded by all of this natural beauty—it’s hard to beat.”

Originally from St. Charles, Ill., Brendecke moved to Truckee in June of 2013 and joined the Tahoe Donner team soon after. He started at the poolside grill before being promoted to run the kitchen at Pizza on the Hill. Over the last year, Brendecke has enhanced existing recipes and created new ones, including a new Pizza on the Hill favorite. “Can-nelloni is a rising star on our menu,” said Brendecke. “I won’t reveal our recipe, but it’s a hand rolled pasta stuffed with spinach, cremini mushrooms and ricotta cheese topped with marinara and melted mozzarella,” he said, adding that sales for the menu item have gone up

dramatically. The original concept was developed by Brendecke and Chef Lew Orlady from The Lodge Restaurant and Pub; Brendecke has since adjusted the recipe to create a fresh dish that diners love to come back for.

Brendecke has expanded the Pizza on the Hill menu to include pasta, new appetizers, specialty sandwiches and more. “The best thing about being a chef is the availability and variety of food that I have at my disposal,” he said. While the menu continues to expand as he perfects recipes, Brendecke wants people to know pizza is still the main fare at Pizza on the Hill. “The marinara sauce and the dough are made from scratch. I use a really good mozzarella blend. Our pizza is really fresh.”

Pizza on the Hill is open daily through the holidays (through Jan. 4) for lunch and dinner starting at 11:30. Beginning January 5, the restau-rant is open for dinner Thursdays through Mondays from 5-8:30 p.m.

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BY ASHLEY QUADROS

You don’t need to be a techie to benefit from fitness technology. Supplement your workout at Trout Creek or at our outdoor amenities by adding even more options into your fitness regimen. There are so many ways to get a great workout, and in this day and age—the tech age—helpful and fun workout vid-eos, helper apps and training tips are available on your phone and on the Internet, often for free.

ONLINE WORKOUT PROGRAMS AND MEAL PLANS

If you have access to the Internet, you can get unlimited free workouts to enjoy at home in addition to your regular Tahoe Donner time. Use your computer, tablet, phone or television with a Chromecast, Apple AirPlay or similar device to get a workout. We’ve researched extensively and found some great websites you

can use to kick start your fitness

resolutions this year.

FitnessBlender.com – This

website hosts over 300 workout

videos you can follow at home at

your own pace—pause as much as

you want to take a break without

worrying about falling behind.

Videos are as short as five minutes

and go up to 88 minutes for those

looking for a hearty workout, and

include sessions for yoga, Pilates,

fat burning, low impact, stretch-

ing, abs and more. Every workout

is also categorized by level of

difficulty, so from beginner to

advanced, there are exercises

everyone can appreciate. Before

you even begin, you’ll know the

estimated range of calories you

could burn if you complete an

exercise. For example, the Quiet

Low Impact Cardio workout is a

total body workout at 32 minutes

and is rated level three difficulty

with a predicted 155-248 calo-ries burned. It also requires no equipment. If you are feeling fatigued during your workout and want to stop, you’ll know exactly how many estimated calories you’ve burned to that point, since it tracks during the video. For those interested, Fitness Blender also offers meal plans, but these are not free. An eight-week daily program costs $9.99 and includes grocery lists as well as sugges-tions for modifying for food allergies, vegetarian diets, family cooking, and more. The site boasts

most participants lose between 16-24 pounds by combining their exercises with their designed diet plan.

SparkPeople.com – This website offers a variety of online workouts that can be done at home. Just click on their “Articles & Videos” tab to get started. Workout videos include cardio, strength and core training, abs, yoga and Pilates with the average video lasting about 15 minutes. While SparkPeople doesn’t offer as many workout videos as Fitness Blender, a few extra perks they do

offer are free recipe videos and cooking techniques/tips vid-eos. Check out their video demo showing

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USING TECHNOLOGY TO HELP WITH FITNESS


how to make a healthy baked chicken with garlic and sun dried tomatoes—only 260 calories per serving with nine grams of fat. In additional cooking videos, there are over 500,000 free recipes to choose from, catering to a variety of dietary needs including vege-tarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, low carb, low fat, low sugar and more. This makes it easy to customize the perfect meal plan for the entire family. They also offer a “My Trackers” section on their site, where one can join for free to track efforts and goals.

JessicaSmithTV.com – Host Jessica Smith provides free tips, videos, weekly class schedules and more on her website. The full-length video workouts include cardio, abs, low impact, kickbox-ing, Pilates, postnatal, prenatal and more. An open forum section is also available where users can post comments, questions, and get

feedback. The 32-page “Great Abs Guide,” which is available for free download, includes easy-to-make recipes, such as breakfast fruit kabobs and egg-white omelets with goat cheese and salsa. The booklet is also peppered with helpful eating tips. Want to feel less bloated? Add cucumbers to your diet!

Workoutz.com – This fit-ness website offers both workout videos and single-page printable workout programs you can read at your leisure. Their videos are not all-inclusive full workouts, but rather short demonstrations on proper form and technique for exercises pertaining to the back, arms, legs, abs, chest, and more. A large portion of the exercises include the use of equipment, which is good for putting into practice at Trout Creek Recre-ation Center, but several others require no equipment, so they

can be done from anywhere. Each video workout is also classified as low, medium or high intensity so you know what to expect before you begin.

Hot5.co – Hot5 is a helpful free app for your phone. The app is for iOS and offers full body workout videos you can do from anywhere, in addition to tracking your calo-ries burned from said workouts. Workouts available are as short as five minutes or as long as 50 minutes and include beginner to expert level classes from yoga to power conditioning.

iTrain.com – iTrain offers fitness videos and audio from top trainers. From cardio to yoga or cross training, there are more than 300 workout options in this site’s library. You can download MP3s and podcasts for swimming, running, cycling, stretching and more, then head to Trout Creek’s gym, lap pool, or simply step out-side and get your exercise on. The downloadable workouts range from $9-$15, depending on length; a fee of $150 gets you unlimited

downloads for one year.

NUTRITION APPS: DO YOU REALLY KNOW WHAT YOU’RE EATING?

Reading the ingredient label

on a food item can be tricky and a

bit confusing. What is Butylated

Hydroxytoluene (BHT) and is it

good or bad for you? How would

the average person know unless

they have a strong background in

health or nutrition? We can find

out anytime via an online search,

but when you’re in a grocery store,

it may not be convenient to look

up ingredients on your phone

unless you have hours to spend.

Luckily for us, there are several

health apps available for free

that anyone can download to get

on-the-spot pros and cons of food

ingredients.

ShopWell.com/mobileapp

– ShopWell is compatible with

iOS and Android, and it’s free to

download. The app has a scanner

built right in. Let’s say you’re in

the store and are trying to decide

between two brands of bread. You


aren’t sure what hidden effects lie within, but

you can scan the barcode on each bread bag for

instant results. Depending on what

you are trying to achieve

(no dairy, no preservatives,

etc.) it will give the food item

an overall rating, in addition to

pointing out the less-than-ideal

ingredients while recommending

alternative choices. Scores range

from zero to 100: 100 being some-

thing you should definitely eat and

zero being something you should con-

sider avoiding. Of course, you can buy

anything you wish, but with this nutri-

tion app, you’ll know what you’ll actually

be consuming before you even buy it.

Fooducate.com – Educate yourself on

your food choices with the Fooducate mobile

app, compatible with both iOS and Android. Just like ShopWell, this app is also free

and gives you the opportunity to scan all of your food items into the app

for feedback on ingredients to help make a healthy choice. Fooducate

uses an A to D grade system and provides a quick summary of

nutritional ingredients in easy to understand language. It

also recommends alterna-tive food selections to

meet your dietary needs. If you are looking for a one-stop shop for

ingredient knowledge, food and exercising goal setting, this

app can track all of your efforts and results at no additional cost.

APPS THAT TRACK YOUR PROGRESS

There are multiple apps available for your phone that can track all of your fitness efforts. Here are a few of our favorites:

Gym-Pact.com – The Pact app is a definite motivator to eat healthier and work out since it involves getting free cash—yes, free cash! The catch? If you aren’t hitting the goals you set up weekly, you have to pay other Pact members (a predetermined amount set by you) but if you keep hitting your goals weekly, you’ll get paid from other members of the app who are falling behind on their goals. Pact offers three types of goals you can set: the gym pact, the veggie pact and the food logging pact (partnered with MyFitnessPal, see below). If you’re serious about hitting your fitness and health goals this year, this might be the perfect app to use, plus you’ll earn money as you get healthier. Pact is compatible with iOS.

MyFitnessPal.com – This app is free to download and is a great way to know if you are on or off track with your fitness goals. After installing the app on iOS or Android, you can immediately begin tracking all of your food

and exercise intakes. Based on what you are

trying to achieve, the app will recommend a

five-week calorie and fat allotment program.

At the end of each day, when you total up your

meals and fitness, it makes predictions based

on that single day for what you may weigh in

exactly five weeks, assuming you do the same

thing daily. Based on the prediction, you can

adjust your meals and fitness accordingly

and get a new update on each day following.

MyFitnessPal also has the option to partner

with your friends—so you can track your suc-

cess together, if desired.

Moves-app.com – With so much hype

around digital trackers, Moves is a wonder-

ful resource to track your movements on your

phone, compatible with iOS and Android.

Forget about buying a tracker for a $100;

Moves automatically tracks all of your activity:

walking, running, bicycling—it can even track

you in a car. With every activity, it tracks the

duration and your approximate calories

burned. One of its main

features is

producing

a timeline of

your day, indi-

cating when and

how you were

most active, with

specific activities.

While the app is

free, it does have one

downside. Since it acts

as a GPS, it consumes

battery power, so if you

install it, make sure you

have a charger handy or

charge your phone often.

The plus side is you don’t

need to log any activity

manually since it works at all

times, as long as you have your

phone on you.

Whether you take advantage of

the free technology out there or continue using

programs that work best for you, we wish you

well in 2015 as many of us strive to be a little

happier and healthier in the choices we make.

Happy New Year!

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If you’ve never tried snowshoeing before, what’s holding you back? Get out in the snow! It’s a fabulous way to explore the great out-doors in snowy conditions, get some exercise and even see some wildlife. As Chauncey Parker, Tahoe Donner Cross Country level 3 certified ski instructor and natural history sightings guide pointed out, “It can be an incredibly peaceful, pleasant experience.”

PERKS OF SNOWSHOEING • It’s inexpensive. You don’t need to own

your own snowshoes to take advantage of this fabulous sport. You can rent them at Tahoe Donner Cross Country or Tahoe Donner Snowplay to determine if snow-shoeing is right for you.

• It’s very easy to learn. If you can walk, you can snowshoe! “It’s secure and simple,” said Parker. “No technical skills are required.”

• It’s low risk. Compared to other winter sports, snowshoeing is very safe with low danger for injury. Just make sure you are using snowshoes appropriate for the condi-tions. “When you have deep, fresh snow, use a large snowshoe,” advised Parker, who added that larger shoes should be consid-ered if you are carrying more weight, such as a backpack. “But smaller snowshoes are great because they are lightweight, which creates more floatation.”

• It’s great exercise. If you want a change from the same old gym routine, snow-shoeing is a fun way to exert energy and burn those calories. While calories can be

burned with skiing and snowboarding too, Parker reminds us snowshoeing is not as weather reliant. “Snowshoeing is not as dependent on conditions,” he explained. “You can still get out and have a good time with limited snow.”

• It’s a way to explore. If you love hiking and scenic trails in the summer, snowshoeing allows you to see those sights in a different season.

WHERE CAN I SNOWSHOE? Virtually anywhere! After heavy snowfall,

strap on some snowshoes and trek around your neighborhood. But if you are looking for designated locations, come out to Tahoe Don-ner Cross Country Ski Area. With your trail pass, snowshoes can be rented for a full day of exploration, which includes eight designated snowshoe-only trails. If you get a chance, try Parker’s favorite—the Sequoia Trail. “The sequoias are awesome and it has spectacular views without going all the way to Hawks Peak.”

If you are looking to try it for the first time, Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area also offers lessons that include your trail pass and equipment. At Tahoe Donner Snowplay, two- to four-hour snowshoe rentals are also available with your admission, so explore the grounds and get comfortable trekking in the snow. While you’re there, your admission also includes tubing and sledding equipment, so you can enjoy both activities!

WHY EVERYONE SHOULD TRY SNOWSHOEING BY ASHLEY QUADROS

FEATURESPECIAL SNOWSHOEING TOURS

In addition to offering snowshoe-ing at Tahoe Donner’s winter venues, we also offer a unique opportunity for guests to enjoy guided snowshoe tours. Check out our tours in January and February.

DAY SNOWSHOE TOURS - JAN. 2, JAN. 11 AND FEB. 8, 10:30 A.M.-12 P.M.

Join our experienced snowshoe guides at Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area to learn about snowshoeing, as well as the surrounding environment and wildlife as you explore the trails at Tahoe Donner. Suitable for all levels. Book your day in advance on ShopTD.

MOONLIGHT SNOWSHOE TOURS – JAN. 3, JAN. 31 AND FEB. 6 (TIMES VARY)

Take in the beauty of a full moon by participating in a scenic snowshoe hike and tour. These special moonlit tours are offered by both our cross country facility and our recreation department. The Jan. 31 tour includes wine tasting and s’mores. Book your adventure 48 hours in advance on ShopTD.

VALENTINE’S DAY SUNSET SNOWSHOE TOUR – FEB. 14, 4:30-6:30 P.M.

Bundle up with your honey for a special Valentine’s Day evening. Meet at Trout Creek Recreation Center to shuttle to the trailhead. Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

We hope to see you on the trails around Tahoe Donner this season. Before heading out, remember to dress in layers and bring sunblock, water, snacks and a flashlight. Happy snow-shoeing!


SUBMISSIONS ARE DUE BY 5 P.M. ON SUNDAY, MARCH 8. THE BEST CREATIONS WILL WIN PRIZES AND BE FEATURED ON FACEBOOK AND IN THE TAHOE DONNER NEWS.

Build your snowman and participate in the seventh annual Tahoe Donner Snowman Contest! A family favorite and one of our most popular contests, families and kids definitely don’t want to miss out on this fun contest! To participate, simply build your own snowman or snow creature, take a photo with you in it and email the photo with a short story about your snow-building adventure, including names of everyone in the picture, to [email protected]. Please submit only .jpeg files of 300 dpi or higher for printing.

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Purchase a Tahoe license plate and get two free Alpine or Nordic tickets to the Tahoe resort of your choice*. Now you can play in some deep powder without having to dig deep to make a difference. Your modest commitment will help fund hiking and biking paths, and water quality and restoration projects in the Lake Tahoe Basin. For more information or to purchase your license plate online, visit tahoeplates.com.

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SNOWBOUND STREAMLINER ON DONNER SUMMIT

On January 13, 1952, while enroute from Chicago to San Francisco, Southern Pacific’s luxury streamliner, the City of San Francisco, was stopped in its tracks about 20 miles west of Truckee when a major blizzard swept across the Sierra Nevada. Southern Pacific dispatched rescue engines and rotary plows from both ends of the summit, but they could not get through the heavy snow. In the meantime, U.S. 40, then the only highway over Donner Sum-mit, shut down and would remain closed for 30 days. Both events attracted national press.

The U.S. Army sent Weasels—tracked vehi-cles developed during World War II—to rescue passengers, but they too struggled on the steep terrain and deep snow. With little success, rotary plows continued to attempt to make headway from both the east and the west. Tragically, two workers were killed during rescue efforts. Dogsled teams were dispatched, but vehicles were too small to transport people to safety. A break in the storm allowed a Coast Guard helicopter to drop medicine, food and supplies.

At first, the mood was light, as Southern Pacific staff members served free drinks to appease customers. However, as time passed with no rescue in sight, railroad officials determined serving alcohol might not be the

best idea. After three days, fuel had run out and passengers no longer had heat. Anger and panic began to set in, as passengers feared the very real threat of another avalanche pitching the entire train down the steep mountainside.

The storm finally broke and the sun emerged on January 16. Rescue crews were finally able to reach the beleaguered passen-gers. Although cold and exhausted, none of the passengers perished in the three-day ordeal.

Almost 13 feet of snow fell during that infa-mous eight-day storm; the City of San Fran-cisco remained immobile for three more days after passengers were transported to safety, and it would be weeks before both the railroad and U.S. 40 could reopen.

To watch a newsreel of this event, see youtube.com/watch?v=tG59X7bMDpA.

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“The Human Side of the 1952 Snowbound Streamliner, City of San Francisco”DATE AND TIME: THURSDAY, JAN. 15, 7-8:30 P.M.

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From January 13-16, 1952, more than 200 people hud-dled aboard the snowbound City of San Francisco dur-ing a massive Sierra storm (right). A rotary snowplow clears the tracks (above).

PHOTOS COURTESY SOUTHERN PACIFIC COLLECTION

OF THE LATE ROBERT ROLAND CHRISTENSEN


As we kick start the ski season, snow sports industry businesses and organizations are gearing up for a great winter with new Learn to Ski and Snowboard initiatives.

“Each year, we participate in the national effort to introduce newcomers to snows-ports,” said Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area Manager Robert McClendon. “Typically, that means January is designated as National Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month, but this year, in addition to our own offerings, there are some new programs.”

New initiatives rolled out this year offer par-ticipants prizes and incentives to share their first-time experiences via social media, and to bring friends to introduce them to a sport they already know and love. The First Time Faces program specifically targets beginners by fea-turing the happy faces of newcomers who just took lessons and encouraging participants to share their positive experiences with others; the Bring a Friend program urges those who are already familiar with the sport to intro-duce it to others.

There are plenty of incentives for newcom-ers to learn and current participants to help

them via the First Day Faces social media cam-paign (#firstdayfaces) and the Bring a Friend Challenge. Prizes range from skis and snow-boards to two-day getaways at selected resorts for those who enter and even a chance to win a trip to Utah. Details can be found at learntoskiands-nowboard.org.

Here at Tahoe Donner, both the downhill and cross country ski areas are participating in this national effort with fan-tastic offers for beginners (see box on next page). It’s well known that Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area is the best place

to begin. Gentle slopes and wide-open runs, coupled with our highly successful ski school programs, make it the perfect venue for begin-ners and families. And while Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area is nationally known for beautiful views and challenging terrain, the beginner area perfect for newcomers with a vast meadow just steps from the base area and meandering beginner and intermedi-ate trails on the lower mountain. Both areas welcome skiers of all abilities with a friendly, easy vibe.

“Taking lessons from pro-fessional instructors is the best way to learn,” said Sally Jones, Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area manager. “These campaigns are all about capturing the joy and feeling of accomplishment after learning a snow sport.”

Partners from all snowsports industries, including over 300 ski areas, plus suppli-ers, media, retailers and even the U.S. Forest

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TAHOE DONNER LEARN TO SKI MONTH OFFERSJAN. 5 – 9 AND 12 – 16

TAHOE DONNER CROSS COUNTRY SKI AREA

Grab a friend and come learn to ski at Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area. During these periods, two participants can learn to ski for the price of one! Price includes a one-hour private lesson with all-day trail pass and rentals for two people. Cost: $81 for two people.

Call in advance to reserve space(s).

TAHOE DONNER DOWNHILL SKI AREA: Never skied before? Learn to ski or snowboard with Tahoe

Donner Downhill Ski Area; packages are just $39. Only for first timers, these packages include an all-day lift ticket, rental equip-ment, and a 1.75 hour group lesson for ages 7 and up.

Service have collectively contributed by including program details in their regular public relations and communications outreach. It is the seventh year for the initiative; participants from 34 states are all working toward the same goal.

“Those of us who ski or snowboard know what a joy it is to glide down a snow-covered slope,” said Raelene Davis, the chair of the national initiative and vice president of marketing at Ski Utah. “We want to share that joy with others and we hope to have many newcomers join us this winter.”


A ski day for your group is a perfect team-building event. Imagine getting out of the workplace and being surrounded by the beau-tiful Sierra mountains, while improving the effectiveness of your group and pushing your own individual performance to new levels. Made up of 40 percent beginner runs and 60 percent intermediate runs, our hill is great for beginner skiers, families and groups who are looking for a ski area that is personal and easy to get to while being surrounded by many other amenities.

Complete corporate buyouts are avail-able on Tuesdays this winter, as low as $75 per person. That’s right, the ski area belongs to your group* for the day and the package includes tickets, lessons, rentals, BBQ and a race course. Group functions can take place on the outside deck, which has comfortable seat-ing, picnic tables and fire pits, or inside our spacious lodge. We can create special events for your group, including a hilarious banana split extravaganza, where your group creates an enormous 200-foot banana split!

BOOK YOUR OWN PRIVATE SKI HILL!

Lodging opportunities with special dis-counts and transportation options are also available. For the group menu, bookings and more information, send an email to [email protected].

Tahoe Donner is the destination location

in Truckee where traditions begin. With our many activities, events and amenities, we cater to groups. Give us a call at 530-582-9643 today to discuss options for your organization!

*Season passholders have access to the ski area every day, including buyout days.

LET US BE YOUR WINTER WEDDING WONDERLANDSurrounded by gently falling snow in a quiet winter oasis, let your love story fall into place by

saying, “I Do” at The Lodge Restaurant and Pub this winter. The Lodge Restaurant & Pub is pleased to offer both indoor and outdoor ceremony selections.

Whether you’d like to be in a warm, fireside setting in one of our softly lit rooms, or prefer to hold your ceremony in dancing snowflakes and pine trees on our deck, porch or pavilion, our banquet manager and staff are happy to oblige (weather permitting).

Call for availability. We can also accommodate a family brunch for groups of 30 or more on either a Sat-urday or Sunday morning throughout the winter.

We look forward to hosting your wedding! Your day is sure to go off without a hitch—as you get hitched! For questions or reservations, call 530-582-9643.


BULLETINBOARD

HOMES ON THE RISE

The Architectural Standards Committee reviewed the following plans in November 2014:

Unit/Lot Street Address Square Feet Project

08/143 11791 Schussing Wy. 3246 House

10/268 13233 Muhlebach Wy. 3346 House

I hope everyone had a happy new year. As winter is here, there are a number of reminders we’d like you to keep in mind regarding tempo-rary snow protection, snow removal courtesies, securing garbage cans, and Christmas tree recycling.

As winter approaches, owners start thinking about taking measures for temporary snow protection. Using an approved material, such as tempered glass or appropriately framed Plexiglas to protect your entryways, windows, and other areas is a good idea since lightweight plastic sheeting is not durable and won’t withstand our winter storms. Plywood, properly stained or painted to match your home is also allowed. Please remember that association rules state that all tempo-rary or permanent alterations to your property must be submitted and approved by the Architectural Standards Committee prior to installa-tion. If you need to install temporary protection for snow, please submit your request over the counter at the Architectural Standards Office and it can be approved within one week. Also, please remember that any temporary protection must be removed as soon as it is no longer required (usually by the beginning of May).

When snow arrives, blowing and/or pushing snow onto adjoining properties becomes an issue. As a reminder, your snow should stay on your property. We often get calls from homeowners stating that their neighbor, or their neighbor’s snow removal service, is blowing or push-ing snow onto their lot and sometimes right up against their house. Please, when you clear your driveway, or have it cleared by a contrac-tor, make sure that your snow is blown or pushed back only onto your own property. Also, please keep in mind that the Town of Truckee has the right to place snow from the streets in the front 20 feet of each lot. Typically, property lines start between 15-20 feet from the edge of the asphalt. That means that the Town of Truckee can push and/or blow snow up to 35 feet from the edge of the street.

Please also remember to check your garbage can enclosure to be sure that it can be closed securely. Keep in mind that homeowners are

WINTER ASO REMINDERSresponsible for all of their guests or renters, including bears that make a mess of trash or destroy a garbage can enclosure. Please make sure that you, your guests, or renters close your garbage can enclosure securely each time it is used.

The Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal Company is offering Christmas trees curbside recycling from Jan. 12-16 (see ad below for more details). All trees and branches must be cut into pieces that are a maximum of three feet long with all decorations removed. Alternatively, there will be a drop-off bin at the Northwoods Clubhouse parking lot for undecorated trees from Dec. 29 - Jan. 16. If you miss that date, put the tree in your back yard and in the spring take advantage of the Forestry Department’s chipping program. If you have any questions about the program, please call the Forestry Department at 530-587-9432.

SHERYL WALKER | ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS OFFICE MANAGER


TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS

BOARD MEETING RECAP

NOVEMBER 22, 2014

Consent Calendar: Approved • Election Committee resignation (Sorensen) • Election Committee resignation (Dundas) • Election Committee appointment (Rohrback) • Election Committee appointment (Snyder) • ASC appointment (Moore) • Room rental rates • Rate changes • Ford One Ton sand plow pickup 55 (Reserve Replacement) • Corporate Resolution 2014-6 investment broker (Sterne, Agee &

Leach, Inc.) • Snowplay food trailer

Equestrian Center Campus: Approved The board approved the layout for the new Equestrian Center campus.

December 20 Regular Board Meeting: Approved The board approved canceling this meeting.

Administrative Policy Resolution 2014-5: Approved The board approved a new policy for chartered club potluck and The

Lodge banquet and events discounts.

Director of Finance and Accounting Report: Approved The board approved the 2014 preliminary October Financials.

Committee Rosters for 2015: No action The board reviewed proposed committee appointments for 2015 in

anticipation of acting upon them at the next regular board meeting.

Discussion: Strategic Plan and Goals Update: No action The board discussed a process for updating the association’s strate-

gic plan and strategic goals for 2015-2020.

Executive Session: Approved• Audit and tax services contract with Gilbert Associates. • Employee health insurance split of 75 percent employer / 25 percent

employee. • Employee Loss Recovery Plan accrual for employee furloughs

amounting to $85,000. • Authorization to purchase two small parcels in the Bucknam Tract.

These summaries are intended for general information purposes only. The minutes are available at tahoedonner.com, upon request in the General Manager’s office, or by calling 530-587-9431. A copy of the minutes and current agenda are posted outside the Member Services Office in North-woods Clubhouse.

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CANADASarena Shapiro and Anton McGready visiting

Haida Gwaay, B.C., Canada, June 2014, and

experiencing the amazing cultural history of

Gwaii Haanas National Reserve.

BOTSWANALee Eisman and Jay Tennenbaum at the Nxabega Okavango Safari Camp in Botswana in May, 2014


SWEDENMathea and Bruce Snow with

Margot Hamberg Struble in

Vargön, Sweden after visiting the

circa 1900 family farm four hours

west of Stockholm.

IRELANDBob and Bari O’Neill at the Cliffs of Moher, County Clare. They had a wonderful week-long vacation touring southwest Ireland by car, staying in quaint B&Bs and enjoying every meal.

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SPAINFamily trip to Picos de Europa

in Cantabria, Spain in June 2014.

From left: David Burke, Isa Burke,

Manuel Meré, and Yvonne Meré.

AUSTRALIAGene, Jennifer, Natalia, and Juli-

anna Bobroff at the Twelve Apos-

tles, along the Great Ocean Road,

outside of Melbourne, Australia.

Email your “Where in the World” photos to: [email protected]. Please submit

only .jpeg files of 300 dpi or higher for printing. Photos must include a copy of TD News.

Please list the names of everyone in the picture, where and when it was taken, and a short

description of your captured experience. Note: please be patient; it could take up to six

months to see your photo published due to a large number of submissions.

HAWAIIJay Corpus at Waikiki Beach, Oahu, Hawaii.

BOTSWANAMike and Penny Edwards at Chobe Marina Lodge, Botswana at the end of a wonderful 14-day tour of South Africa that included stops in Capetown, Victoria Falls, Johannesburg, and Entibene.

Alison Knows Tahoe Donner.Call Alison Today for Your Real Estate Needs.

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Happy New Year! Alison and the Elder Group Wish You

and Your Family the Very BEST in 2015!

A classic mountain retreat, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, open floor plan, BIG family room, en-suite master and cozy loft upstairs. Flat lot, backyard with of privacy, deck, large garage. In-law suite above garage perfect for a game room or extra guests. $495,000

Way back from the street and lovely setting. You’ll love the huge win-dows, comfortable great room concept and open floor plan. Spacious kitchen and dining, rear deck and spa overlooking the forest. 1,813± s.f. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Large garage, flat/sunny driveway, easy year ’round access. A special enclave ready for your family! $589,000

Alison Knows Tahoe Donner.Call Alison Today for Your Real Estate Needs.

Alison Elder530 582 [email protected] Cal BRE #01399851

This 3,132± s.f. home boasts a fabulous location in lower Tahoe Donner on a .43± acre lot. Easy walk to Northwoods Clubhouse. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bath home offers a wonderful great room with HUGE windows, majestic river rock fireplace, open floor plan & big loft. 2 decks over-looking the Meadow creates great indoor-outdoor living. $798,500

Bennett Flat Meadow 11222LausanneWay.com

Delightful Cabin 13647NorthwoodsBlvd.com

Nestled on Greenbelt 14257NorthwoodsBlvd.com

New Golf Course Home 13466NorthwoodsBlvd.com

New Listing!

Great Buy!

New Listing!

Just Sold!

Beautiful NEW 2,100± s.f. split level, craftsman home. Quality finishes abound in this Vision Construction home – plus deep lot adjacent to the Tahoe Donner golf course with lovely views! 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and HUGE Family Room. Sold for $742,500

Happy New Year! Alison and the Elder Group Wish You

and Your Family the Very BEST in 2015!

A classic mountain retreat, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, open floor plan, BIG family room, en-suite master and cozy loft upstairs. Flat lot, backyard with of privacy, deck, large garage. In-law suite above garage perfect for a game room or extra guests. $495,000

Way back from the street and lovely setting. You’ll love the huge win-dows, comfortable great room concept and open floor plan. Spacious kitchen and dining, rear deck and spa overlooking the forest. 1,813± s.f. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Large garage, flat/sunny driveway, easy year ’round access. A special enclave ready for your family! $589,000

Here’s to a wonderful 2015!

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From all of us at Dickson Realty, may you have a happy, healthy, and successful new year!

Everyone at Dickson Realty Truckee is thankful for

your business and friendship during 2014. We know

with certainty that without your support we would

not have grown our business year after year.

We thank all of the outstanding experts we are

honored to call our Dickson agents, and also our

many clients who have entrusted us with their

real estate business. Finally, thanks to all of our

colleagues and non-profit partners whom we work

with throughout the year.

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