Tahoe Donner is featuring a variety of events throughout the spring and summer seasons. Following is a list of what’s coming up at Tahoe Donner’s amenities.
Special Events
June 22 – Sept. 7, Bingo Night. Every Monday, bingo lovers will play on the lawn outside of Northwoods Clubhouse from 6:30 – 8 p.m. for a chance to win prizes. Food is available for purchase at adjacent Pizza on the Hill. Northwoods Clubhouse is located at 11509 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-587-9400, www.tahoedonner.com/rec-programs/free-events/weekly-events.
June 27, Summer Kick Off Concert at Northwoods Clubhouse. From 6 – 8 p.m. everyone is invited to a free concert at Northwoods Clubhouse, complete with a bounce house and concessions (available for purchase). Patrons may also bring their own food and drink or purchase from neighboring Pizza on the Hill. Northwoods Clubhouse is located at 11509 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-582-9646, www.tahoedonner.com/rec-programs/free-events.
July 3, Summer Concert on the Green. Guests will be transported back in time for this concert which features Beatles and Rolling Stones tribute bands at the Tahoe Donner Driving Range. Tickets are on sale for $35 for adults and are expected to sell out. The doors open at 5 p.m. and the concert starts at 6 p.m. Food and drink will be available on-site, but outside food and drink is also allowed. Tickets are available for purchase at www.tahoedonner.com/summer-concert-2015. Tahoe Donner Driving Range is located at 12790 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-587-9400, www.tahoedonner.com/summer-concert-2015.
July 10, Aug. 28, Sept. 4, Cornhole Tournaments. The community is invited to play in three summer cornhole tournaments at Tahoe Donner’s new Alder Creek Adventure Center. It is $5 per team to compete and the winning team will take home prizes. A BBQ dinner and beverages will be offered at an additional cost. The Alder Creek Adventure Center is located at 15275 Alder Creek Rd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-582-9646,www.tahoedonner.com/rec-programs/special-events.
July 18 – 19, Sierra 4×4 Trails & Ales. The Tahoe Donner 4-Wheelers Club will host the first annual Sierra 4×4 Trails & Ales at the Alder Creek Adventure Center on July 18 from 1 – 6 p.m. The event includes a show-and-shine of four-wheeling vehicles, games, raffles, a beer tasting, and BBQ dinner. It’s also a chance for those new to four-wheeling to learn more about the sport. On the following day, those who sign up at td4wheelers.com will also go on a trail run. Proceeds from the event benefit the new Tahoe Donner Giving Fund. Tahoe Donner created the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund (TDGF) in fall 2014. It is an affiliate program designed to make charitable contributions to benefit the greater Truckee/North Tahoe area. The Alder Creek Adventure Center is located at 15275 Alder Creek Rd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-587-9400, www.tahoedonner.com.
Sept. 6, Summer Finale BBQ. Taking place at the Tahoe Donner Driving Range, guests will enjoy summer activities including live music, three-legged races, potato sack races, and more. The evening will culminate with a movie on the grass after the sun sets. This event is from 1 – 9 p.m. and BBQ is available for purchase. Tahoe Donner Driving Range is located at 12790 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-582-9646,www.tahoedonner.com/rec-programs/free-events.
Oct. 10, Fall Festival. The sixth annual Fall Festival returns to Tahoe Donner again this year at Northwoods Clubhouse. There is something for everyone at this harvest festival from arts and crafts vendors, the annual doggie dip in the pool, seasonal beer offerings, the pumpkin patch, a carnival area for kids with arts, crafts, games and food. Entry into the event is free. Activities are available with a la carte tickets or wristbands. Northwoods Clubhouse is located at 11509 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-587-9400, www.tahoedonner.com/rec-programs/special-events.
May – October, Family Movie Night. Every Friday, kids and adults may bring a pillow and blanket to Northwoods Clubhouse to watch both classic and new movies. Movie nights begin at 6:30 p.m. and films are rated G and PG. To find out what movie will be playing in advance, call Member Services at 530-587-9400. Northwoods Clubhouse is located at 11509 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-587-9400, www.tahoedonner.com/rec-programs/free-events/weekly-events.
May – October, Trivia Night. Every Thursday night is Trivia Night at Pizza on the Hill. Answering questions correctly could mean winning free prizes and gift certificates. Trivia Night is from 6:30 – 8 p.m., but subject to cancellation for low attendance. Pizza on the Hill is located at 11509 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-582-9669, www.tahoedonner.com/pizza-on-the-hill.
Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center – Events and Lessons
June 27, Opening Day at Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center. The Equestrian Center will be open through Sept. 27 (weather permitting), offering a variety of trail rides, pony rides, private lessons, boarding, horsemanship camps, events and more. Explore all offerings online. Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center is located at the Alder Creek Adventure Center at 15275 Alder Creek Rd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-587-9470, www.tahoedonner.com/equestrian.
July 11, July 25 and Aug. 22, 2015, Saturday Night BBQ. Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center will be hosting three themed barbeques from 5 – 7:30 p.m. Themes may include a renaissance night with mock sword fighting lessons, Mexican fiesta with traditional games or a western hoedown with line dancing lessons. All Saturday Night BBQs include games, crafts, contests, dress up and BBQ dinner. Cost per person varies from $34 to $45 per person, with discounts for children. Advance reservations of 72-hours are required. Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center is located at the Alder Creek Adventure Center at 15275 Alder Creek Rd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-587-9470, www.tahoedonner.com/equestrian.
July 17, Aug. 14 and Aug. 21, Cowgirls and Cocktails. Offered on select Fridays from 5 – 7 p.m., cowgirls and cowboys are invited to gather for an early evening trail ride through the meadows and forests, followed by beer, wine and appetizers on the deck at the Alder Creek Adventure Center. This event is for adults 21 and older only. Cost is $65 per person. Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center is located at the Alder Creek Adventure Center at 15275 Alder Creek Rd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-587-9470, www.tahoedonner.com/equestrian.
Tahoe Donner Golf Course
Tahoe Donner Golf Course Open Daily. The golf course is open every day, along with the driving range. Golfers will enjoy clinics, rentals, events and more. Hours are from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tahoe Donner Golf Course is located at 12850 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-587-9443, www.tahoedonner.com/golf.
May – October, Golf Clinics and Private Lessons. Golf clinics are offered every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday for $20 per person, per session. Each day of the week represents a different clinic from putting and chipping to full swing. Private lessons may be arranged any day of the week and are custom-designed to fit any golfer’s skillset and areas of improvement desired. Tahoe Donner Golf Course is located at 12850 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-587-9443, www.tahoedonner.com/golf.
June 19, Glow Golf Family Fun. This family-friendly event includes dinner at the T-9 Grill, a putting closest-to-pin contest for kids, a 5-hole putting contest and a 3-hole glow golf contest with glow golf balls (provided). Prizes will be awarded to winners. Dinner, golf, prizes and glow gear included. Cost is $25 for adults and $15 for kids 12 and under. Dinner includes the choice of one entrée with a bag of chips and a fountain soda. Tahoe Donner Golf Course is located at 12850 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-587-9443, www.tahoedonner.com/golf/events.
June 22 – 24, July 6 – 8, July 13 – 15, July 20 – 22, July 27 – 29, Junior Golf School. 8- to 14-year-old players will learn full swing, putt, chip, pitch, rules and etiquette on the first two days of school and play the course on day three, implementing what they have learned. School is from 8 – 10 a.m. and costs $175 per player, which includes a hat, towel, and sleeve for golf balls (golf clubs not included). Tahoe Donner Golf Course is located at 12850 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-587-9443, www.tahoedonner.com/golf.
July 22, Tahoe Donner Soccer Golf. It’s a cross between soccer and golf and it’s quickly becoming a new trend across the country. Soccer golf will be held on the driving range and costs up to $8 per person to play. Golf clubs are not needed, but bringing soccer balls is encouraged; cleats optional. Tahoe Donner Driving Range is located at 12790 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-587-9443, www.tahoedonner.com/golf/events.
Tahoe Donner Bikeworks
Bikeworks Open Daily. Bikeworks is open every day from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., offering a variety of bike rentals, tune-ups and repairs. New this year to Bikeworks is fat bikes, which are great for sand, snow and mud. Those looking to explore new areas may enroll in a group bike tour for $15 for person, lasting up to two hours. Group rides are available daily at 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. Adolescents and teens may also join a Kids Camp program for riding and exploring. Two-day camps and new week-long camps are available. Bikeworks is located at the Alder Creek Adventure Center at 15275 Alder Creek Rd., Truckee, CA 96161, 530-582-9694, www.tahoedonner.com/bikeworks.
About Tahoe Donner
Tahoe Donner is one of America’s largest homeowner’s associations, with nearly 6,500 properties and 25,000 members enjoying over 7,000 acres in the Sierra Nevada. Tahoe Donner is a vibrant community with a passion for outdoor recreation and a celebration of the Tahoe lifestyle.
Located 15 minutes from Lake Tahoe in Truckee, California, Tahoe Donner operates a wide variety of recreational facilities – some which are for members only and others which are also open to the general public. These amenities can be explored in detail at Tahoedonner.com.
For more information on Tahoe Donner, as well as its recreational facilities and events, please visit tahoedonner.com or call 530-587-9400. ‘Like’ Tahoe Donner on Facebook at facebook.com/tahoedonner and follow Tahoe Donner on Twitter @tahoedonner and Instagram @TahoeDonnerAssociation.
