Board meeting minutes from September through December 2020 and the draft annual meeting minutes from May 2020 are now available on the Meeting Minutes page.

Nightly rental permit applications are due at the end of January, and the Okanogan Public Health Department requires that property owners report the most recent coliform water test date. Water system information for your application is as follows: ID # 47127U Water System Class: Group B Last Water Test Date: November 9, 2020 For anyone … More Coliform test information

Happy holidays, everyone! I hope you’re all getting a chance to enjoy that big, early snowfall we had!   The Board and I have a couple items to update you all on: Fire clearing:  you probably noticed the USFS finally got around to some of their burn piles on the south side of the community, which … More LWHA December Update from the Board

Hi everyone –  I’ve got a small update and a big one to share with you. First, you’ll recall that DNR is bringing their crews out for fireline clearance work.  They will chip any downed limbs you’ve got ready.  This will take place sometime after November 19 (they’re also working in Edelweiss and dealing with weather, … More LWHA November Update from the Board

Hi everyone –  In an effort towards open communication and community ties, we’re going to occasionally send out a quick newsletter with useful information and news.  I’ll be cc’ing the rest of the Board when I send this out, so you are always welcome to reach out to any of us with questions. Fire Clearing: We … More LWHA October Update from the Board

Hi everyone –  A quick update on a couple important matters. First and most importantly, Gay Northup has let us know that she will be retiring as Property Manager at the end of this month.  As many of you know, she has been instrumental in ensuring the Woodlands is the well-managed, financially secure, and enjoyable community … More LWHA September Update from the Board

WSDOT opened Highway 20 this morning with none of its usual fanfare. Traveling between The Woodlands and the “westside” will now be a little shorter.

Dear Members, I hope this letter finds you well and safe with special wishes for those of you who are on the front lines. We were glad to hear that our HOA members, the Zalkans, both in the health field, are recovering and back at work after their bout with the virus. Next an important … More HOA spring newsletter

On April 14, 2020, Okanogan County commissioners signed a joint resolution calling for the closure of overnight transient accommodations and hospitality lodging until further notice due to coronavirus. The resolution includes a couple exemptions which should be reviewed carefully. Violation of the order could result in criminal misdemeanor charges, a fine, and/or loss of your … More Okanogan County temporarily closes all tourist lodging to prevent spread of COVID19

An exciting message from board president, Jordan: For the past several months, MethowNet has been working with Lee Whittaker, Jim Cahill, and Arlo Borgnino to evaluate the availability of internet service in the Woodlands using a new/different technology than they typically use.  I won’t pretend to understand the tech side of it; however, they have let … More MethowNet to expand internet offerings