Faces of Sunriver

Carol Blackwood

Carol Blackwood and her husband have been residents of La Pine for nine years. Originally from Medford, Mass., she spent 38 years in Evergreen, Calif., where she worked at the Evergreen School District for more than half of that time. After Blackwood retired, she put her heart into volunteering in her community.

Blackwood volunteers at the La Pine High School, Habitat for Humanity, the La Pine Chamber of Commerce, St. Vincent De Paul and the American Red Cross blood drives.

In the spare time that Blackwood does have, she spends it hiking with a Monday group, participating in a local book club and the La Pine YaYa Sisterhood, gardening and, her new venture, playing pickleball at the La Pine Park and Recreation District building.

She started volunteering with Habitat for Humanity Restore and h part of the SMART reading program for six years. She encourages people to connect with their communities by reaching out to programs in need of help and, in turn, knows from experience that volunteering is a great way to meet new people.

“After a day of volunteering, I feel like I have truly done something worthwhile,” said Blackwood. “A feeling of giving back to this community for all it has given to my husband and to me.”

Did you know?

The La Pine YaYa Sisterhood has existed for nine years. It consists of a group of women who meet for support, friendship and opportunities to give back to the community.