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Solstice
Sunriver
OWNERS ASSOCIATION
SUNRIVER
SCENE
August 2026
Volume XLIX, No. 8
57455 Abbot Drive
PO Box 3278
Sunriver, OR 97707
OWNER/PUBLISHER
Sunriver Owners Association
The SUNRIVER SCENE is the
official monthly publication of the
Sunriver Owners Association,
a not-for-profit Oregon
corporation dedicated to:
“Maintaining Sunriver as a premier
residential and resort community,
protecting its natural environment,
vibrant quality of life, property values
and overall economic vitality."
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property owners anywhere in
the U.S. and available at locations
throughout Sunriver and through
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Publication of advertising copy
or individuals’ opinions in the
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endorsement by the newspaper,
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or any of its members or board of
directors. Each advertiser bears
responsibility for claims made
on their behalf.
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stories, advertising and images
are copyrighted and cannot be
re-published without permission.
CONTACT THE SCENE
Editor | Communications Director
Keith Wallach | 541.585.2937
keithw@srowners.org
Communications Specialist
Shae Callewaert | 541.593.6068
shaec@srowners.org
Communications Specialist
Kristine Thomas | 541.585.2939
kristinet@srowners.org
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There are new players coming
into the sport who are willing
to compete to improve!
A huge thank you to the
SROA’s Recreation and Public
Works departments. The courts
are in great shape with nine
newly resurfaced this spring.
The tennis hut has electricity again, not only important
for lights and outlets to keep
the laptops charged, but also
for the portable AC. That
was much appreciated during
the 85-degree weather of the
Dog
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Of course, summer temperatures can create challenges.
The clinic advises dog owners
to plan walks during the cooler
morning and evening hours,
when temperatures are more
comfortable for both people
and pets. Hot pavement can
be tough on sensitive paws,
and Ruffware booties may be
a good option for dogs that
spend a lot of time on trails or
paved surfaces.
Keeping dogs cool and hydrated is especially important during Central Oregon's
warmer days. Owners should
watch for signs of overheating, including excessive panting, weakness, collapse or unusually red gums. Flat-faced
breeds such as bulldogs can
be particularly susceptible to
heat-related illness.
Some risks are entirely avoidable, by never leaving a pet unattended in a vehicle. Even on
relatively mild days, temperatures inside a vehicle can rise
quickly and become dangerous.
junior tournament but it was
never turned on during the
adult event!
It takes a lot of work to put
on these two events. Thirty-two
volunteers, mostly members
of the Sunriver Tennis Club,
pitched in to make this a success. Jill Wimberly headed up a
dedicated food crew that served
coffee and pastries in the morning, drinks and snacks in the
afternoon, and grilled hundreds
of hamburgers and hot dogs
for lunch! And, when it was
especially cold, windy and wet,
they ladled out hot soup with
sandwiches to keep the play-
ers warm on the inside. Other
volunteers helped check players
into the tournament, gave out
T-shirts and shared the rules
and format. The match desk
volunteers managed the puzzle
of assigning courts to 324 players in multiple events and often
with back-to-back matches.
The many court monitors at
the junior tournament kept
the rapid-fire matches going
on schedule. The volunteers
showed up early, stayed late
and often pitched in even when
they weren’t scheduled. Thank
you all!
We received a lot of positive
feedback about both tournaments. Players reported that
they had a great time in spite
of the 45 degrees, wind and
rain. Crazy tennis players! One
note stood out in particular. It
was from a Men’s Open Singles
player who has participated in
many high-level tournaments
throughout the Northwest.
He related that this was his
favorite tournament of all
because of the feeling of community among the players, volunteers and spectators. That’s
the Sunriver community!
Come out and experience it
firsthand next year, June 18-20.
For those planning outdoor
adventures, the clinic encourages owners to continue bringing their dogs along. Hiking,
biking, walks and trips around
Sunriver can all be safe and
enjoyable with a little common
sense. Pet owners should simply
remain aware of their surroundings, particularly when
it comes to wildlife.
Deer may look harmless but
does are especially protective of
their fawns during the summer
months. Giving wildlife plenty
of space can help prevent injuries to both pets and people.
Water-loving dogs also can
enjoy the region's lakes and
rivers, but owners should
watch for blue-green algae and
discourage pets from drinking from questionable water
sources. Some waterways may
also contain Giardia, a parasite
that can cause digestive issues.
For visitors, the clinic recommends a few simple steps before
arriving including make sure
vaccinations are up to date,
keep nails trimmed, bring
plenty of water and be mindful of where dogs are running
and exploring.
Most of all, the message from
Sunriver Veterinary Clinic is
simple: get outside and enjoy
the season.
With a little awareness of
local hazards, from grass awns
and hot pavement to wildlife and summer heat, dogs
and their owners can safely
take advantage of everything a
Sunriver summer has to offer.
Sunriver Veterinary Clinic
can be reached at sunrivervet.
com or 541-593-8128. The
clinic is at 56825 Venture
Lane, Suite 102 in the Sunriver
Business Park.
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CONTACT SROA
541.593.2411
email: infosroa@srowners.org
www.sunriverowners.org
GENERAL MANAGER
James Lewis
jamesl@srowners.org
ASST. GENERAL MANAGER
Keith Kessaris
keithk@srowners.org
now serving breakfast, lunch and dinner
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AUGUST 2026 SUNRIVER SCENE
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