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president’s p e r s p e c t i v e
the NPOA grows
NEWS MAGAZINE OF THE
NORTHSTAR PROPERTY
OWNERS ASSOCIATION
B o a rd o f D i r e c t o r s
Jim Williams
President
David Brown
Vice President
Don Cooper
Secretary-Treasurer
Bill Buechner
Al Roth
Bob Williamson
Seat Open
S t a ff a t N P O A
Kit Kelly
NPOA General Manager
kit@npoa.info
Nancy Barna
NPOA Administrative Manager
nancy@npoa.info
Jeff App
Facility Maintenance Manager
jeff@npoa.info
C o n t a ct N P O A
Northstar Living
2200 North Village Lane,
Truckee, CA 96161
Phone (530)562-0322
Fax (530)562-0324
npoa@npoa.info
Check out our Website
www.npoa.info
Office Hours:
8:00A.M. – 4:00P.M. Mon – Fri
Recreation Center Hours:
8:00A.M. – 9:00P.M. Daily
As I write this article
the coming months will be the
for the Spring, 2005
annexation of all the new units
issue of Northstar Living,
that will be built by East/West
the snow level outside
Partners into our Northstar
my house is about 4 to
Property Owner’s Association.
5 feet, promising a great
The Annexation Committee
ski season and maybe
did an excellent job of studying
the beginning of reversall the facets and ramifications
ing the drought that
of annexation. The Board has
has affected our region
decided that a meeting with
Jim Williams, President
for the past few years.
East/West Partners is necessary
The construction of the Village is proto make certain that all our conditions
gressing quite nicely and appears to be
and all of their concerns can be legally
ahead of schedule. Phase I should be
put together in an annexation docucompleted by the target date of Christment. It was the unanimous opinion
mas, 2005.
of your Board at the last Board meetSome things that I’m sure you have
ing that it is in everyone’s best interest
noticed and are pleased with: The great
to have all the units in Northstar, new
interim facilities that Northstar has
and old, be part of the Northstar Propconstructed adjacent to the gondola
erty Owner’s Association. Again, more
that will meet all your needs during
information will be forthcoming on
the Holiday and ensuing seasons until
this topic so that you can make a wellthe Village is complete; an operational,
informed decision when we vote.
gated, parking lot for our homeowners
Feel free to contact me or any Board
while they use the facilities at our Recmember with your thoughts and
reation Center, which also allows the
ideas on any matter that concerns our
Northstar shuttle buses to use our new
Northstar community. As you know,
drop-off/loading area; the ease of trafyour Board meets on the third Saturfic flow now that we have both shuttle
day of the month (a couple of dxates
bus and private vehicle turn-around
are at different times, but you can get
and drop-off circle driveways at the
the exact date from our bulletin board
new Village entrance; and finally, the
in the Recreation Center or on our web
new signs, poles, pendants, etc., with a
site) and we always like to see members
very attractive style and logo that proin the audience to witness our deliberavide us with information and direction
tions and to share their thoughts with
in and about the new Village.
us. Enjoy the rest of Winter and the
The big issue that will
coming of Spring.
face our homeowners in
— Jim Williams
Ar t & S a l e s
Design & Design Production
Desiree Misanko, Sayuri Yamane
CLM Design
advertising@clmdesign.com
Advertising Sales
Phil Padellford • Tahoe Guide
phil@tahoeguide.com
Phone (530)550-2978
www.tahoeguide.com
Cover
in this issue
Features
President’s Perspective .............................. 2
General Manager’s Report ...................... 3
Meeting Dates .............................................. 4
Northstar Gourmet............................. 10-11
Tennis News ................................................ 14
Northstar History ....................................... 15
Bear Update .................................................. 4
Help Boardmember Needed .................... 4
“Who’s Who” and
What We Do for You .................................. 5
Using NPOA Parking Lot............................ 6
Recreation Center Etiquette.................... 7
Mountain View .........................................8-9
Calendar for Spring Events .............. 12-13
Depart m e n t s
Cover photo by Niobe Burden,
www.niobeburden.com.
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g e n e r a l m a n ager’s r e p o r t
about rules
Here we are at the start
back yard. While the rules
of a new year and I would
do not fit the wishes of
like to talk about the ins &
each and every individual
outs, the ups & downs, the
member, they do reflect
good & the bad of living in
the wishes of the majora property owners associaity of the membership
tion. I might as well get it
and help to insure continout on the table now – There
ued high property values,
are rules. There are rules
promote consistency in
regarding fences. There are
the quality of our life at
Kit Kelly, General Manager
rules about dogs. There are
Northstar and diminish
rules about the height of your house.
the opportunity for confrontation
There are rules about behavior in the
between neighbors.
fitness center. There are even rules
It is my job to see that the rules are
about the color of the tarp you use to
enforced fairly, consistently and evencover your firewood. In fact, there are
handedly. I am also reasonable. If you
rules for making rules.
receive a letter regarding a blue tarp in
At times it all seems a little too much.
your yard with the request that it be
The bad part and the good part is that
removed, I do not expect you to leave
you agreed to abide by all of these
work early and drive to Northstar in
rules as part of the purchase of your
order to remove the tarp by sundown.
condo, home or property at Northstar.
We have never failed to work with a
The bad part is that some of the rules
member on any problem, but please
seem ridiculous or nit picky. Who
acknowledge the letter with a phone
cares if your tarp is blue. The blue in
call or email and let us know when
those tarps is very close to the shade
you will be able to address the problem
of blue that was the signature color
or what we can do to help. The Assohere at the Northstar resort for many
ciation adopted a schedule of fines,
years. How silly to spend time worrythough fines are used as a last resort in
ing about colors on tarps or hunting
an effort to gain compliance. The Assoout homes where a blue tarp may be
ciation also has a process in place for a
lurking. The good part of living in this
member to challenge any fine that may
property owners association is that
be imposed.
if you are one of our members who
The rules are in place for you, the
feel that the blue tarps clash with the
membership; all of the membership. I
natural colors found in a mountain
have heard members say that
environment, there is a rule in our
they would be happy to comply
design guidelines that states colors
with the rules if they knew
shall be restricted to those found in
what they were. Copies of the
the immediate vicinity and that earth
NPOA CC&R’s, Design Guidetones are preferred.
lines and Landscape Guidelines
In this instance, it may seem
are available in the Association
silly to discriminate against blue
office located at the Rec
tarps. However, you will also not
Center. It is not hard
find any pink, orange
reading and the good
or yellow tarps.
part is that all of what
You will not see
you need to know
a 1963 Rambler
about getting along in
up on blocks
life in our association
in a front yard
is spelled out for all to
or a palm tree
know and understand.
planted in the
— Kit Kelly
spring 2005
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bear update
It may feel like the dead of
winter…but spring is just
around the corner and our
bears will soon be awake.
Northstar’s bears wander in
residential areas primarily in
May and June, hungry and
searching for easy meals.
community comments
policy
Northstar Living welcomes your comments
and will publish them on a space-available
basis. Comments are accepted in person
at the NPOA office; by mail to NPOA, Attn:
community comments, 2200 North Village Lane, Truckee CA 96161; by e-mail
to npoa@npoa.info; or by fax to (530) 5620324.
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Start practicing now:
• spoil garbage with ammonia,
• put cans out only on pick-up day,
• always close dumpster lids,
• and watch for updated information
in the Recreation Center entry kiosk.
Have a bear problem? Call Public
Safety at 562-2259.
Help!
After twenty years, Director Gary
Greenburg sold his Northstar
home. He is one month into his
two year term and must give up
his seat. The board has decided to
hold a special election to fill his seat
for the remaining year and half of
his term. All interested members
should contact the NPOA office
by March 1st at 530-562-0322 or
e-mail npoa@npoa.info. Call now!
meeting dates
February 19, 2005: NPOA Board of Directors 9:00 am Adult Center
February 23, 2005: Design Review Committee 9:00 am Adult Center
March 19, 2005:
March 30, 2005:
NPOA Board of Directors 9:00 am Adult Center
Design Review Committee 9:00 am Adult Center
April 16, 2005:
April 27, 2005:
NPOA Board of Directors 9:00 am Adult Center
Design Review Committee 9:00 am Adult Center
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“Who’s Who” and What We Do For You
Trimont Land Co.
dba Northstar-at-Tahoe
Northstar Property Owners
Condominium Associations
Village Assoc.
Northstar Community
Association (NPOA)
On-site Management
On-site Management Trimont
Services District
Automatic membership
organization to which
all condo, homes and
lot owners belong.
Governed by a Board
of Directors
Four separate automatic
member organizations:
Aspen Grove, Gold
Bend, Indian Hills & Ski
Trails each governed
by a separate Board.
Automatic Membership
organization governed
by a Board of Directors
Local government entity
governed by a separate
Board of Directors made
up of registered voters.
Description
Corporation that
developed Northstar.
Owned by Booth Creek
Manager
Tim Silva
Kit Kelly
Peter Miller
Sharon Yuhas
Jim Lochridge
Location
Northstar Administration
Offices & CSA Building
Northstar Swim &
Racquet Club
CAMCO office behind
Northstar Fire Station
by concrete ponds
Northstar Rental/Real
Estate Office, corner of
Hwy 267/Northstar Dr.
Behind Northstar
Fire Station
2200 North Village Ln
Truckee CA 96161
900 Northstar Drive
Truckee CA 96161
P.O. Box 2499
Truckee CA 96160
908 Northstar Drive
Truckee CA 96161
562-0322
562-0378 or
800/916-2262
562-2206
562-0747
• Mgmt. of the common
areas within individual
condo assoc. such as
maintenance of building
exteriors, parking lots,
pathways, exterior lights
& landscaping.
• Insurance of condo
common areas.
• Garbage removal from
condo areas.
• Issues parking stickers
for condo owners & guest
parking passes.
• Contracts for security
for common areas.
• Enforcement of
individual condo assoc.
declarations, by-laws &
board policies.
• Mgmt of common areas
with the Village such as
maintenance of building
exterior, parking lot,
pathway, exterior lights.
• Insurance of Village
common area.
• Garbage removal from
Village area.
• Issues parking stickers
for owners & guest passes
for Village.
• Contracts for security
service for Village.
• Snow removal from
Village parking lot &
pathways.
• Enforcement of Village
assoc. declarations, bylaws, & board policies.
• Water, Sewer, Solid
waste removal.
• County road snow
removal.
• Street Lighting.
• Fire protection.
Mailing Address
P.O.BOX129
Truckee CA 96161
Phone Numbers
562-2244
Responsibilities and/or Services
• Owns & manages the
ski hill, Northsport retail
shops, golf course,
stables as a concession,
food & beverage & other
public facilities.
• Operates one of the
rental programs for
absentee owners.
• Operates transportation
service within Northstar.
• Offers home contracts
for security service.
• Provides security
services to condo Assoc.
• Operates Northstar
Swim & Racquet Club,
spas, swim pool, tennis
courts, par course and
other private facilities.
• Issues owner I.D. cards.
• Liason with county
government and Trimont
Land Co. on behalf of
members.
• Approval of all new
building and remodeling
plans through Design
Review Committee.
• Enforcement of NPOA
CC&R;s, By-laws,
architectural standards &
NOPA Board policies
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Using the NPOA
Parking Lot
Hooray! The new parking lot is
here. What a great thing. Not once
did we run out of parking over the
holidays though there were a few
bugs to work out.
• You absolutely need your blue
plastic access card to swipe at the
gate to let yourself in.
• If for any reason your card is not
working, there is an intercom button
located right next to the card reader
on the pedestal.
• The flow through the lot is one-way
traffic. The entrance is located at the
south end of the parking lot across
from the fi rst aid clinic.
• When exiting, drive slowly up
to the exit gate and it will open
automatically. There is a pressure
sensor in the pavement.
• No ski parking is allowed in the
Rec Center parking lot. The lot is for
short term, Rec Center use only.
• No over night parking is allowed.
• No “piggy backing”. Only one
vehicle may enter per swipe.
• Please inform your renters that
they must use the shuttle to get to
the Rec Center unless
you have made
a blue access
card available
for their use.
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Recreation Center
Etiquette
Here are some Do’s and Don’ts regarding use of the Rec. Center:
Do’s:
• Bring your blue plastic access card.
Each card allows four people to enter
the facility.
• Use the sign up sheets for the cardio
equipment. The time limit is 30 minutes
if anyone is waiting.
• Wipe down any equipment that you
use with the
disinfectant in
the spray bottle
located beneath
the magazine
rack.
• Be polite and
patient.
The gym can get crowded at times.
Also be aware that while you may be
hot and wish to keep a window wide
open, another user may be cold. The
same courtesy should be observed in
relation to the volume of the TV.
• Wear close toed shoes.
• Smile and say “Hi” to those
around you.
Don’ts:
• Do not bring any glass
into the facility. Broken
glass in a spa or pool is a
serious problem. Plastic cups
are available at the entry desk.
Glass is a zero tolerance issue.
• Do not monopolize a machine(s).
If you are doing circuit training you
may need to be patient if the gym is
crowded.
• Do not throw snowballs. The
errant throw may involve someone
who does not wish to play.
• Do not run. Footing may be icy
or slippery.
• Do not bring snow into the spa.
Enough snow will bring down the
water temperature making the
heaters work harder, use more
fuel and degrade the experience
for other users.
• Do not allow under age drinking.
Notify staff if you observe this
behavior.
Following these instructions will
make your visit easy and enjoyable.
A visit to the Rec Center after skiing
or boarding is a great way to end your
day.
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mountain v i e w s
2005 will see the unveiling of a star-quality base village
As I write our quarterly update to
you, the snow continues to fall here
at Northstar and skiers and riders
are enjoying magnificent conditions.
We kicked off the 2004-05 winter
season with a ribbon-cutting ceremony
for the new Village Express lift that
replaced the 26-year-old Echo triple
chairlift. The Dopplemayer high-speed
quad has alleviated the crowding
that we used to see on busy days
near the Village and is transporting
guests to mid-mountain in half
the time.
You all are also enjoying our
unique and high-energy Village Plaza.
As you know, we invested almost $1.5
million to create a colorful, inviting
and full-service base area during
village construction. The feedback I’ve
received from guests and home-owners
alike is that Village Plaza is providing
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top-notch skier and guest services in
addition to a fun après ski scene and
tasty dining options.
Looking forward, I want to give
you a glimpse of the Northstar village
we’ll unveil at the start of the 200506 season. If you haven’t already
met Heath Nielsen, you will in the
days and weeks ahead. Heath, our
new vice president of commercial
property, is spearheading our efforts
to create an unparalleled base village
atmosphere with commercial tenants
complementing a variety of village
activities.
Our revitalized village is being built
in two phases, with Phase 1 being
completed by this December and
Phase 2 in December of 2006. At buildout, the Village will include seven new
buildings, with 213 condominiums.
A full-service spa will be one compo-
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nent of the 130,000 square feet of
retail space. Here’s what you have to
look forward to:
The Village at Northstar
Outdoor fire pits, outdoor restaurant
seating and a new ice-skating rink will
set the tone while our commitment
to being “green” will create the mood.
The new Village at Northstar is being
built in accordance with guidelines
of the Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design rating system
established by the U.S. Green Building
Council, of which East West Partners
– the Village’s developer – is a member.
Phase 1 includes three buildings: Iron
Horse North and South include 72
condominiums with commercial space
on the ground floor. The Great Bear
Lodge includes 28 condominiums,
shops, restaurants and an ice-skating
rink.
Enhanced skier services
Guests will have several options to
choose from throughout the winter
and summer seasons with regard
to skier services. From overnight
equipment storage to season lockers
to changing rooms with boot driers
and Internet access to concierge and
tuning services, The Outpost will
meet your needs and exceed your
expectations.
The village scene
A flagship North Face store will
feature all North Face products,
from Randonnee, telemark and
alpine equipment to clothing and
outerwear. An Oakley-inspired, “O”
concepts store will carry all things
Oakley, from eyewear to outwear
to footwear to lifestyle apparel. A
new and expanded 6,500-squarefoot NorthSport store will carry
Northstar-logo items, adult clothing
and equipment. A children’s version
of NorthSport will feature Spyder and
Obermeyer. A lively lifestyle store
will feature hip clothing for all winter
enthusiasts.
The dining scene will feature a 140seat pizzeria offering pasta dishes
and salads; a fine dining restaurant;
a Mexican restaurant; a sushi den;
and a gourmet grocery and wine
shop (offering high-end carry-out).
Smoothies, an ice cream parlor and
a nationally-recognized coffee house
will round out the eclectic dining
options.
The village will also boast
art
galleries
featuring
local
photographers as well as fine art,
5,000 square feet of dedicated
conference facilities that can be
broken up into smaller rooms, and a
2,000-square-foot arcade.
These are exciting times but as our
transformation continues, please do
not hesitate to contact me with any
questions!
- Tim Silva, General Manager,
Northstar-at-Tahoe
spring 2005
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nor thstar g o u r m e t
Scandinavian Meat Turnover
www.vikinghomechef.com recipe tried/tested in the kitchen of
Phil & Kathy Zimmerman
Serves 8 to 10
2 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 ounce)
¼ pound white mushrooms, cleaned,
trimmed, and finely chopped
½ pound ground beef
½ pound ground pork
½ pound ground veal
1 small white or yellow onion, finely chopped
¼ cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
¼ pound fontina or Gruyère cheese, grated (about 1 cup)
¼ cup whole milk
• salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• puff pastry sheets from supermarket
• egg wash (1 egg mixed with 2 tablespoons milk)
• 1 cup crème fraîche (or sour cream),
for serving with the turnover
• 2 cups chutney, for serving with the turnover
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Preheat oven to 400°F.
1. For the Filling: Place a
large sautè pan over medium
heat; add the butter and heat
through. Stir in the chopped
mushrooms and cook until
softened, about 4 to 5 minutes.
Transfer to a large bowl and
set aside until needed.
2. In the same pan, cook the
ground meats over medium
heat until no longer pink, about
5 to 7 minutes. Remove the
meat with a slotted spoon
and transfer to the bowl with
the mushrooms. Pour off
most of the fat, then sauté
the onions in the remaining
fat until tender, about 5
minutes. Cool completely.
3. Mix the onions, parsley,
grated cheese and milk into the
bowl with the mushroom-meat
mixture. Season to taste with
salt and pepper, then allow to
cool to room temperature.
4. To Assemble the Turnovers:
Lay one sheet of pastry on a
parchment or silicone matlined baking sheet. Form the
meat mixture into a firm and
compact narrow loaf down
the center of the dough.
Leave a 1-inch border of
pastry around the meat.
5. Ease the second sheet of
pastry over the meat. Trim
and press the edges with
your fingers or a fork. Roll
out the scraps and cut into
decorative shapes. Brush the
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pastry with egg wash, decorate
with the shapes and brush
with egg was again. Prick the
top of the crust with a fork
2 or 3 times, then chill for
10 minutes before baking.
6. Bake in the preheated oven
until golden brown, about
45 minutes. Allow to rest
30 minutes before slicing.
Cut into thick slices and
serve with crème fraîche (or
sour cream) and chutney.
Make It Light: Reduce
the butter to 1 tablespoon,
substitute 1 pound of ground
turkey for the beef and pork,
reduce the cheese to 2 ounces,
use ¼ cup skim milk, omit
crème fraîche, and use 1 ½
pounds of Plain Short Pastry.
Make It Ahead: Make
through Step 5 up to one
day in advance; cover it
well and refrigerate. Bake
as indicated above.
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Events Calendar
Spring 2005
5 Mardi
Gras Plaza
Party Cajun food specials,
beads and music.
6 Superbowl Party in the Base
Camp Pavilion Sports Bar Food
& drink specials and 7 plasma
TV’s all with the big game on!
6 Snowbomb.com Sick &
Twisted Jib Fest Contest Day of
registration in the Village Plaza.
9 -11 Women’s Ski School Clinic
Clinics taught by women for women,
Call 530-562-2470 for information.
11 Woodside High Marching Band
Woodside students with play two
performances in the Village Plaza.
11 Women’s Skate Skiing
Clinic Call 530-562-2475 for
information or reservations.
11 -13 Vans Snow Cup – Best riders
in the world battle it out for big cash
prizes here at Northstar-at-Tahoe.
13 OP Girls Learn To Ride
Check out GirlsLearnToRide.
com or call 530-562-2470 for
information or reservations.
F E B R UARY
The Tree House Children’s
Clothing
& Gifts…
WINTER
CLEARANCE
SALE !!
Located in Historic Downtown Truckee
(530) 587-4883 or toll free (877) 587-4883
5 Forum Young
Blood Contest
Amateur athlete slope style
contest. Sign up at Forum.com.
4 -13 SNOWfestival Parades
and events on and off the snow
throughout the North Tahoe Area.
6 Mountain Dew Vertical
Challenge Free event that will have
you racing for prizes and fun.
M AR C H
Northstar Specialist
Since 1971.
David Brown, Broker
Linda Brown, Realtor Associate®
Residence:
828 Beaver Pond – Northstar
Mailing:
PO Box 3218, Truckee, CA 96160
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DAVID B ROWN
REAL ESTATE
530) 562-1720 office
530) 562-1643 fax
davidbrown @ telis.org
14 Valentine’s Day Couples Race
Free fun race for intermediate+
skiers and riders.
18 Telemark Clinic Techniques
for fi rst timers to advanced free
heelers, call 530 -562 -2475 for
information or reservations.
18 Women’s Telemark
Clinic Call 530-562-2475 for
information and reservations.
19 Sustainable Slopes Outreach
Day National Ski Areas Association
environmental awareness day.
25 Ben & Jerry’s Full Moon Snowshoe
& Nordic Tour Call 530-562-2475
for information or reservations.
26 Winter Carnival Plaza Party
Games, food and drink specials, live
music and snowman building contest.
11 Musical Bear Marching Band Cal
Berkeley band grads put on a musical
performance in the Village Plaza.
11 Women’s Skate Skiing
Clinics Call 530-562-2475 for
information or reservations.
9 -11 Women’s Ski School Clinic
Clinics taught by women for women,
call 530-562-2470 for information.
12 March-tober Fest Plaza Party
Octoberfest in March! Games, food
and drink specials and live music.
11 -13 Chevy American Revolution
Chevy’s newest vehicles on
display, tours and giveaways.
13 Snowbomb.com Sick &
Twisted Slope Style Contest Day of
registration in the Village Plaza.
14 -18 College Week Discounted
lift tickets for college students!
15 Great Chef’s Race Tahoe’s premiere
restaurants compete in an event that
combines cooking and skiing.
17 St. Patrick’s Four Leaf
Clover Hunt–Find hidden clover
to retrieve some “gold.”
18 Telemark Clinic Techniques for fi rst
timers to advanced free heelers, call
530-562-2475 for information
or reservations.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, call 530-562-1010 or
visit NorthstarAtTahoe.com
19 OP Girls Learn To Ride Check out GirlsLearnToRide.
com or call 530-562-2470 for information or reservations.
19 Boarding For Breast Cancer Board-a -thon, fundraiser
and awareness for the Breast Cancer Foundation.
20 Northstar Freestyle Series Ladies Jib Jam Ladies
only! Fundraiser for B4BC. Register in Main Pavilion.
20 Gourmet Nordic & Snowshoe Tour Call 530562-2475 for information or reservations.
21 -25 College Week Discounted lift
tickets for college students!
25 Full Moon Snowshoe & Nordic Tours Call
530-562-2475 for information or reservations.
27 Easter Festivities Egg toss, fun race,
egg hunt and the Easter Bunny.
28 -April 1 College Week Discounted
lift tickets for college students!
With 25 years of history in Northstar® as
a junior ski racer, ski instructor, sales and
marketing representative, manager and
lifelong resident, few are as aware of the
past, present and future of Northstar®.
3 Reggae Spring Fest Plaza Party Reggae
AP R I L
music, beverages and activities for kids.
TBD CORE: FreeSki Tour Visit NorthstarAtTahoe.
com for more information.
3 Northstar Freestyle Series Superpipe with an
element. Day of registration in the Village Plaza.
16 Nikita Chiquita Snowboarding’s top ladies are
invited to compete in a jib and unique feature event.
Jef f Brown
Call Jeff today to see why Northstar® is the
best investment in the area.
(530) 210-6067
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tennis News
From the tennis staff at the
NPOA Recreation Center, we hope
everyone had a safe and happy
holiday! We have seen many of
you on the slopes and what a ski
season it has been!
We are very proud to be selected
as a top 10 tennis resort by Tennis
Week magazine. Gene Scott, a
legend in the industry (editor and
owner of the magazine, brought
his family for a week vacation to
Northstar. They fell in love with
everything! They raved about the
place we call home in the summer
and wrote a very nice article. I
would like to thank everyone
involved for making their and
many others vacation memorable.
Malcolm Ridenour and I attended
the 2004 Annual World Tennis
Teacher conference in La Quinta,
California where we learned many
great ideas, attended clinics,
participated in tournaments, made
great contacts, and much more. It
will be nice to share new, fresh
cutting edge approaches to the
game with all of you this spring,
summer and fall. Staff is already
meeting to discuss our strategies
and programming for the upcoming
season.
Please excuse the delay in the
new tennis website. We are in the
process of remodeling and hope you
will enjoy the new look. It should
be up and running by the time you
receive this newsletter. Please visit
us at www.northstartennis.com.
I would also like to thank the
NPOA Board of Directors, Kit
Kelly, Nancy Barna, Jeff App, and
all the other employees for the
support and making our jobs so
enjoyable!
— Zeke Straw and staff
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Northstary
Histor
By David Brown
Less than 200 years ago the west was
uninhabited and unexplored by anyone
other than Indians. The earliest white
men to venture into the wild west
were mountain men (trappers and
explorers), the most famous of whom
were Jedediah Smith, John Fremont,
James Beckwourth, and Kit Carson.
But there was another extraordinary
mountain man about whom little has
been written: Caleb Greenwood.
Greenwood, known among early
trappers as “Old Greenwood,” was born
in 1763 and hailed from Virginia. Little
is known about his early years but we
do know that he first entered Indian
country in 1807 at the age of 44.
His first venture into California was
in 1826, but his most distinguishing
contribution to the exploration of the
west came when he guided the StevensTownsend-Murphy party to California
in 1844…at the age of 81.
Most
important, the party would never have
reached their destination without him.
His knowledge of the country and
the habits, language, and signs of
Indian tribes in the territory through
which they had to pass saved the party
when they were met by a large band
of Indians “whose warlike appearance
seemed to indicate trouble.” According
to author Charles Kelly, “…the men
seized their rifles with the intention of
giving battle. If they had commenced
firing, as they planned to do, the whole
company would probably have been
massacred.” Instead, Old Greenwood
commanded the men to hold their fire.
Then he stepped out alone, approached
the Indians and began speaking in sign
language, indicating his party was
friendly and wished to pass quietly
through the country. As a result of
his knowledge and demeanor, they
negotiated, smoked the peace pipe,
distributed presents to the warriors,
and the party was allowed to continue
without incident.
His ability to communicate with the
Indians greatly helped the party on
another occasion. While camped at the
Humboldt Sink (west of Winnemucca,
NV) he gathered information from
the Paiutes about the country ahead.
It was there that he met “Truckee”, a
Paiute chief who told of a river that
came down out of the Sierra, directly
west from where they were camped,
where they would find a pass. Chief
Truckee guided the wagon trail along
with Old Greenwood to the base of what
is now Donner Pass. Even though they
encountered severe weather conditions
and nearly impassible granite, they
did eventually safely reached Sutter’s
Fort. Kelly recounts, “The Sierra had
been crossed by emigrant wagons for
the first time”—the year was 1844, two
years before the Donner Party crossed
the same pass.
Caleb Greenwood’s historic leadership has been memorialized today by
East West Partners in a new golf and
residential development just east of
Truckee called Old Greenwood.
(Reference: Old Greenwood by
Charles Kelly, copyright 1936.)
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