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www.sunriveronline.org Coyotes near Sunriver Text and photo by Guy Galante The transition to fall and winter is an interesting time in the life cycle of coyotes. When fall begins, juvenile coyotes are pushed out by their parents and they have to find their own territories. As a result, young coyotes may wander into neigh- borhoods more than normal in search of food. As the family group separates, one may hear more howls this time of year, too. Coyotes mate for life, but as the win- ter mating season approaches, coyotes may be heard and seen in search of new compan- ions. Howling coyotes can mean many things but this time of year it may be a way of taking a census or it may be the younger ones longing for attention. For those who may be seeing coyotes in their neighborhood more frequently, it could be related to the number of homeless encampments that are crowding the natural spaces where coyotes usually reside. Either way, there is an abundance of food and attractants found in suburban neighborhoods: fallen tree fruit, garden waste, compost piles, pet food, open gar- bage containers, litter, and water from sprinklers and pools. To better coexist with these native canines, do not feed coyotes, remove attractants, supervise your pets, keep them wary if they approach you, and appreciate them from a distance. To learn more about Coexisting with Coyotes presentations held in the Sacramento area, visit www.create-roc.com. And attend the next Sunriver Neighborhood Meeting on April 7, 2020 when Guy will be our special guest, teaching us more about our wild neighbors in the parkway. Winter 2019 The Sunriver Neighborhood Association has a long list of holiday events coming up to make your season brighter. Holiday Light Decorating Contest Think you’ve got what it takes to win Sunriver’s holiday decorating contest? Entry is free and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prizes will be awarded! If you’d like to participate, email your address to [email protected] and have your decorations up before December 16th, which is when judging will take place. Caroling in the Park Bring a warm beverage, blanket, and your best singing voice to Sunriver Park at 6:30 p.m. on December 17th for caroling! For those who want to take their singing on the road, this year there will also be a hayride departing the park at 7:00 p.m. to visit the winning houses of the holiday light decorating contest. Caroling at the park will continue until 8 p.m. Santa Clause is Coming to Town! Come meet Santa on December 14th from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. at Sunriver Park! Santa is expected to arrive in Sunriver on a red fire engine so listen for him as he makes his way through the neighborhood. Cookies and hot cocoa will be served. First Noon Year’s Eve Party Can’t make it until midnight? Now you don’t have to! Join us at Sunriver Park for Sunriver’s first-ever Noon Year’s Eve Party! Plans include a ball drop and sparkling cider to ring in the new year. Bring a picnic if you feel so inclined as the party will begin at 11:30 a.m. with the countdown commencing just before noon. Festivities will conclude by 12:30 p.m. SNA Warms up the Holidays By Sabrina Abbott, SNA Events Director
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Coyotes near SunriverText and photo by Guy Galante
The transition to fall and winter is an interesting time in the life cycle of coyotes. When fall begins, juvenile coyotes are pushed out by their parents and they have to find their own territories. As a result, young coyotes may wander into neigh-borhoods more than normal in search of food. As the family group separates, one may hear more howls this time of year, too. Coyotes mate for life, but as the win-ter mating season approaches, coyotes may be heard and seen in search of new compan-ions. Howling coyotes can mean many things but this time of year it may be a way of taking a census or it may be the younger ones longing for attention. For those who may be seeing coyotes in their neighborhood more frequently, it could be related
to the number of homeless encampments that are crowding the natural spaces where coyotes usually reside. Either way, there is an abundance of food and attractants found in suburban neighborhoods: fallen tree fruit, garden waste, compost piles, pet
food, open gar-bage containers, litter, and water from sprinklers and pools. To better coexist with these native canines, do not feed coyotes, remove attractants, supervise your pets, keep them wary if they approach you, and appreciate them
from a distance. To learn more about Coexisting with Coyotes presentations held in the Sacramento area, visit www.create-roc.com. And attend the next Sunriver Neighborhood Meeting on April 7, 2020 when Guy will be our special guest, teaching us more about our wild neighbors in the parkway.
Winter 2019
The Sunriver Neighborhood Association has a long list of holiday events coming up to make your season brighter.
Holiday Light Decorating ContestThink you’ve got what it takes to win Sunriver’s holiday decorating contest? Entry is free and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prizes will be awarded! If you’d like to participate, email your address to [email protected] and have your decorations up before December 16th, which is when judging will take place.
Caroling in the ParkBring a warm beverage, blanket, and your best singing voice to Sunriver Park at 6:30 p.m. on December 17th for caroling! For those who want to take their singing on the road, this year there will also be a hayride departing the park at 7:00 p.m. to visit the winning houses of the holiday light decorating contest. Caroling at the park will continue until 8 p.m.
Santa Clause is Coming to Town!Come meet Santa on December 14th from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. at Sunriver Park! Santa is expected to arrive in Sunriver on a red fire engine solisten for him as he makes his way through the neighborhood.Cookies and hot cocoa will be served.
First Noon Year’s Eve PartyCan’t make it until midnight? Now you don’t have to! Join us at Sunriver Park for Sunriver’s first-ever Noon Year’s Eve Party! Plans include a ball drop and sparkling cider to ring in the new year. Bring a picnic if you feel so inclined as the party will begin at 11:30 a.m. with the countdown commencing just before noon. Festivities will conclude by 12:30 p.m.
SNA Warms up the HolidaysBy Sabrina Abbott, SNA Events Director
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Our Year in ReviewText and photos by Sabrina Abbott, SNA Events Director
2019 was a busy year for Sunriver residents and the Sunriver Neighborhood Association! The year kicked off with the Spring Fling where approximately 800 eggs were hidden, a magician entertained attendees, and a delicious lunch was served. Summer saw our annual movie in the park where bubbles, beach balls, and popcorn accompanied the beloved film “Finding Dory.” Finally, we are finishing our year with the holiday decorating competition, Santa’s visit, caroling, and our first ever Noon Year’s Eve party.
None of these fun, family-friendly events would be possible without YOU. We operate solely on donations, and all donations are put towards future events or neighborhood activities. Thank you to everyone who donates either their time, materials, or money to keeping these events going and keeping our community close. Sunriver is a beautiful place to live, but our sense of community is what makes it exceptional. Thanks for being such good neighbors.
The Sunriver Sentinel is a publication ofthe Sunriver Neighborhood Association
Contact us at:The Sunriver Sentinel
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Parkway Liaison:Ginger Enrico
Sunriver Patrol:Ruth & Dana Johnson
Larry [email protected]
Events:Sabrina Abbott
Treasurer:Amy Botill
Secretary:Jenn MacLeod
eGroup Moderator:Judy Centlivre
Advertising Coordinator:Jessica Ocenosak
Welcoming Committee:Pam Britton
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Attendees settle in for the Movie in the
Park feature film,Finding Dory
Santa arrives inSunriver on board
a cherry-redfire engine
Magic was in the air at the Sunriver
Spring Fling
Santa hears the Christmas wishes
of a young Sunriverresident
Sharp-eyed egg hunters scored big
at the SunriverSpring Fling
Hungry neighbors line up for some
tasty vittles at theSpring Fling
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