Tahoe Donner

Truckee Donner PUD Pipeline Construction for Summer 2013

Truckee Donner PUD is contracting for water mainline replacements in the Tahoe Donner Area this summer (see map below). Work will begin in early May and will run through the summer construction period.

The work will begin on the Northwoods at Coyote Moon section as per the contract documents. The rest of the schedule will be discussed with the contractor at an upcoming pre-construction meeting once the contract documents are in place. The work will be sequential moving from one location to another so only one area will be impacted at a time.

The Truckee Donner PUD has undertaken this water mainline replacement project to address persistent leaks and an aging water system in Tahoe Donner. The Truckee Donner PUD has made significant investments in replacing Tahoe Donner’s water distribution system and fixing leaks over the last decade, resulting in substantial water savings.  Although these projects can cause some short-term traffic disruptions and delays, the reduced water waste and associated energy savings due to reduced pumping costs are there for the long-term!

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Any questions regarding this project should be directed to the District’s Water System Engineer, Neil Kaufman, at 530-582-3950.

New Forestry Facility Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

On Thursday, April 18 at 5:30 p.m. there will be a homeowner tour and ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of a new forestry facility in Tahoe Donner. All Tahoe Donner members are invited and encouraged to come and learn more about our robust Forestry program. The ceremony will take place at 10500 Teton Way. To minimize the impact on neighborhoods, take one of three routes (all starting at the Northwoods light):

• Left on Northwoods Blvd., left on Skislope Way and left on Teton Way.
• Left on Northwoods Blvd., left on Christie Lane, left on Skislope Way, and right on Teton Way.
• Left on Northwoods Blvd., left on Davos Drive, left on Skislope Way, and right on Teton Way.

Tahoe Donner boasts one of the most successful forest conservation programs in the country. The aim of the new facility is to continue Tahoe Donner’s active involvement in conserving the natural beauty of the area, while managing habitation health and sustainability. The Tahoe Donner Association regularly consults local archaeologists, wildlife biologists, and botanists in early stages of development planning to ensure that they are considering what is best for the environment.

The new forestry facility has been built on an existing plot that has been remodeled to accommodate 8,841 square feet of new office and storage space for efficient operations. Come along and celebrate with us! For more information call the forestry department on (530) 587-9432 or member services at (530) 587-9400.

Tahoe Donner season golf passes and multi-play packs are available for purchase online. With temperatures warming up, golf management anticipates opening the golf course for daily operation on May 24, with a special preview on May 17, 18 and 19. The preview weekend will offer a shotgun start at noon each day.

This season, visitors can look forward to a newly remodeled golf pro shop, an expanded snack bar, a new fleet of carts, and a new beverage cart for the season. In addition, season golf passes and most daily rates will remain the same at 2012.

Check out all the rates here, or go to ShopTD to take advantage of the early season discount!

Town hall meetings for new Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center

The board of directors recently gave the green light to begin detailed planning to build a new Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center as outlined in the 2030 General Plan. We are actively soliciting member input and ideas about this exciting new facility.

We will be holding two town hall meetings at the Cross Country Ski Center on Wednesday, March 13 and Saturday, March 16 at 5:30 p.m.

Additional project information, including renderings, floor plans and elevations have been posted for membership review at our Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center Capital Projects page.

We hope to see you all at the town hall meetings, but if you are unable to attend, material covered in the meetings will be available online. As always, you may send your questions and comments to generalplan@tahoedonner.com.

Check your summer calendars and register early!

Summer is right around the corner! That also means now is the time to start thinking about summer camp, swim lessons and other summer activities for you and your family.

Due to the many requests last summer, we answered the call by beginning registration for Tahoe Donner Summer programs in March this year. Follow the links below to get summer 2013 program info and links to the registration website.

Our diverse camp programs for ages 3 to 14 are packed full of learning and exploration. We believe in challenging your kids through new and diverse outdoor experiences. Our programs focus on outdoor education and environmental awareness. Day campers will participate in various activities such as river rafting, rock climbing, beach outings, hiking and exploring the Tahoe National Forest. Our staff aims to give each child a great mountain experience while providing a fun and safe learning environment. For information on 2013 Day Camps, including dates and rates, see Day Camp program information or our registration information page.

We offer a variety of programs from youth and adult swim lessons to lifeguard training and certification. Come join us for some fun in the sun! For information on 2013 Aquatics programs, including dates and rates, see Aquatic program information or our registration information page. 

Come explore the Sierra Nevada mountains by horseback. Join us for our Horsemanship Day Camps, back this summer by popular demand. For information on 2013 Equestrian Camps, including dates and rates, see the Equestrian page.

Recreation Programs – Registration Open NOW
Tahoe Donner members can register for other summer recreation programs not listed above starting May 1, and guests can register May 15. See our ShopTD page for a list of offerings.

Children must be members in order to register on these days. Members are entitled to early registration dates, so if you are planning to register your child for any of these programs, please make sure your information is current at the Member Services office. All you need to do is make a quick call to the Member Services office at (530) 587-9400 to make sure your child is listed as a current member. We suggest you check the status of your children before the registration date so any issues can be resolved in advance of the registration date.

Check your mailbox for the 2013 Summer Fun Guide, which was mailed April 30, 2013.

Questions?

Call Lisa Hussar, Recreation Manager, at (530) 587-9438 or the Trout Creek Recreation Center at (530) 587-9437. For Equestrian questions, call Holly Cain at (530) 587-9470. If you would like assistance with the registration process or your online profile, contact Member Services at (530) 587-9400.