Big Canoe Living Vol. I | Issue 7

Big Canoe

LIVING GOLF IN PARADISE

MARCH SAVE THE DATES FEBRUARY FUN CONTINUES

Volume I | Issue 7

CONTENTS 2

Welcome

3

Golf

8

Clubhouse

This week in golf

Upcoming menus and events

12

Health and Wellness Kick off this years’ resolution with a friend

16

Racquet This week in Racquet, Save the date for Kid’s Summer camps

18

Marina Save the date for Kid’s Summer camps!

20

POA Events & Happenings Upcoming meetings for property owners to stay in the know

22

Clubs & Organizations This week in Clubs and Orgs

Preparing for the 2024 Golf Season Clubhouse A recent guest to the golf courses here at Big Canoe told me this quote and it has stuck with me. “Playing golf here has a feeling of peace on a great conditioned golf course with such scenic views, it’s like I’m playing golf in paradise!” We agree with that guest’s description of golf at Big Canoe.

To that end, to keep up the great condition of our golf courses, March 1st will see the beginning of the Choctaw-9 renovation project. The long term benefits of the renovation are numerous but a few include better drainage so the course is able to dry out quicker after heavy rains, irrigation systems will be updated to allow our maintenance team to strategically apply water where needed to keep the grass healthy and lush, and the bunkers will have new drainage systems installed to keep water moving through the sand and not stagnating.

During the updates to Choctaw, we will have Creek and Cherokee open for play but there will be a premium on securing the tee time you want. The best way to ensure your tee time of choice is to be a golf amenity member. As a golf amenity member, you can make tee times 14 days in advance. The weekly golf groups blocked tee times have been cut back to free up more tee times for all our golf amenity members.

Also, during the peak season, we will move our first tee time to 7:30 a.m. opening more tee times, and during the summer will allow members to complete their round of golf before the Georgia afternoon heat sets in.

Stacy Anthony, Membership Director, is available to get you signed up as a golf amenity member. Contact her today to learn what current promotions are available and start playing golf in paradise as a member of Big Canoe!

Mike Miller, PGA Head Golf Professional

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GOLF

Not a Golf Member?

Join Before Choctaw Renovation Begins Membership Benefits Unlimited use of the range and courses 2-week advance tee time booking Two guest passes per year 20% discount on Pro Shop soft goods Access to the Wildcat Pool and much more!

Contact Membership & Lifestyle Director Stacy Anthony to learn more about our current membership offers. santhony@bigcanoepoa.org or call (706) 268-1092

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GOLF

Pre-Purchase Golf Guest Rounds & Receive a Major Discount

G N I SELL New for 2024, we are introducing our Accompanied Guest punch card. This is a new benefit of golf amenity membership that allows you to pre-pay future accompanied guest rounds.

Amenity members will be able to purchase up to 2 cards per golf amenity lot. Each card will be good for 10 accompanied guest rounds of golf.

FAST!

Cards on sale now!

Cards will cost $600 for 10 rounds. At $60 per round, you save 31% off the standard accompanied guest rate of $87. Total savings for the card is $270. There will only be 100 cards sold on a first-come firstserve basis.

Terms and conditions apply, contact the Golf Pro Shop for more details 706-258-3323.

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GOLF

KICK OFF GOLF SEASON IN STYLE EXCHANGE YOUR OLD, TIRED LOGO SHIRT AND RECEIVE A DISCOUNT TOWARD OUR NEW SOLID COLOR, PRIVATE LABEL SHIRTS! IT IS A ONE FOR ONE EXCHANGE, NO MATTER THE CONDITION OR NUMBER YOU WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE.

RETAIL PRICE

MEMBER PRICE

EXCHANGE PRICE

LONG SLEEVE

$70

$56

$45

SHORT SLEEVE

$60

$48

$35

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P M A C F L O G r o i Jun 15 5 s e g A

$300

June 25 - 28

July 9 - 12

July 23 - 26

click on a date to register 8:00 am - 12:00 pm each day Small group golf instruction taught by: Mike Miller, PGA; Joan Delk, LPGA Assistant Golf Professional Justin Luysterborg Assistant Golf Professional David Jaroszynski

Lunch is provided.

CLUBHOUSE

Save the date!

St. Patrick's Celebration March 15, 2024 5 - 8:00 pm

Special menu buffet, Super live music & an Authentic bagpiper

the MENU MAIN PLATES

SIDES

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CLUBHOUSE

Save the D ate

Egg Hunt

March 30, 10:30 - 1:00pm Snack vendors, fun treats & Easter surprises

Easter Sunday March 31, 10:30am -3pm Clubhouse Brunch

Easter Sunday Brunch DISPLAYS Fresh Fruit Crudité with Assorted Hummus & Dips Poached Salmon with Lemon Dill Crème Fraiche & Cucumber

SALADS Caesar Salad with Herbed Focaccia Croutons and Traditional Creamy Caesar Dressing Springtime Caprese Salad with Balsamic Vinegar Reduction

ACTION STATIONS Omelet Station- egg whites available Breakfast Bread & Pastry Station- Biscuits, Danish, and assorted breakfast pastries Waffle Station- House made Belgian waffles with assorted berries, Vermont maple syrup, whipped cream, and chocolate drizzle Carving Staton- Brown Sugar & Dijon Mustard Glazed Ham and Slow cooked Leg of Lamb with Mint Tzatziki and Red Wine Demi

ENTRÉE OFFERINGS Fried Catfish Fillets Strawberry & Cream Stuffed French Toast “Gluten Free” Fried Chicken

SIDE ITEMS Cheddar Grits, Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Maple Glazed Carrots & Parsnips, Steamed Broccoli

CHILDREN’S OFFERINGS Chicken Fingers, Tater Tots, Mac & Cheese, Pizza Bites

DESERT DISPLAY assorted desserts

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Wellness HEALTH & WELLNESS

Ending Soon February 29 You still have time to join in and become a better you! Stop by the Wellness Center to register and receive your punch card for 6 Free visits by February 29. Card is valid until March 16.

Time to complete those punch cards!

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT OUR MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR, STACY ANTHONY AT SANTHONY@BIGCANOEPOA.ORG OR 706-268-1092

MUST BE A PROPERTY OWNER TO PARTICIPATE IN FITNESS FRIENDS.

THIS WEEK at Wellness MONDAY

6:45 BOOT CAMP 8:00 PILATES 9:30 FLOW & GLOW YOGA 10:00 H20 AEROBICS/EXERCISE 13:00 H20 AEROBICS/EXERCISE 5:00 FLOW & GLOW YOGA 7:15 TAI CHI

WEDNESDAY 6:45 8:00 9:00 10:00 3:00 3:45 5:00 6:00 6:30

BOOT CAMP PILATES LOW IMPACT AERO H20 EXERCISE H20 EXERCISE BEGINNER YOGA FLOW & GLOW YOGA VOLLEYBALL PING PONG(2/21 ONLY)

FRIDAY 6:45 9:00 10:30 5:00 5:00

BOOT CAMP DANCE JAM (2/16 & 2/23) TAI CHI HATHA YOGA YOUTH SWIM TEAM

SUNDAY 11:00 ZUMBA 3:00 YIN YOGA–STUDIO & ZOOM

TUESDAY

8:00 9:00 10:00 3:00 3:00 5:00 5:30

KICKBOX/CORE BODY BAR CARDIO SCULPT H20 AEROBICS/EXERCISE ALIGN & REFINE YOGA YOUTH SWIM TEAM PILATES

THURSDAY 8:45 ALIGN & REFINE YOGA 9:00 BODY BAR 10:00 CARDIO SCULPT 3:00 H2O EXERCISE 5:00 PILATES

SATURDAY 9:00

INTRO TO LOW IMPACT AEROBICS 10:00 TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING 12:00 DEEPENING PRACTICES YOGA MINI RETREAT - STUDIO & .........ZOOM (2/24 ONLY)

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND LINKS TO OUR ZOOM CLASSES, PLEASE VISIT THE ONLINE CALENDAR.

Wellness Calendar

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Wellness Center HAVE YOU TRIED THIS CLASS?

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FRIDAYS 9:00 AM STARTING FEB. 16

DERSON N E H ID V A W IT H D

AN ENERGIZING CLASS WHERE STUDIO STYLE DANCE MEETS CUTTING EDGE FITNESS. EASY TO FOLLOW, NON-STOP CARDIO DANCE THAT IS FUN AND EFFECTIVE!

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

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you're wonderful.

Fe br ua ry 9, 20 24

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Day Shop s ’ e n i t len

Thank you for a wonderful Valentine event at Racquet!

RACQUET

RACQUET

Junior

TENNIS & PICKLEBALL CAMPS 9:00am - 1:00pm PICKLEBALL TENNIS May 28 - 31 June 11 - 14 July 16 - 19

May 28 - 31 June 11 - 14 July 16 - 19

$300 per student

Junior Tennis and Junior Pickleball Camp are designed for children 8 to 14 who are beginner through intermediate-level players. Campers learn the fundamentals of tennis or pickleball while having fun interacting with other players. Lunch will be provided.

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Ju n i o r

FISHING CAMP LAKE PETIT, BIG CANOE

kly! c i u q p u g n i l l i f e ar Camps

June 19-21 | July 24-26 9:00 am - 12:00 pm each day

Only

$125 ild per ch

Learn to rig a rod & reel, bait a hook and more! Fish from a pontoon on Lake Petit!

Register Now! Cost includes a fishing rod and reel along with a freshwater tackle box. Swimming is allowed during the last hour of each camp day with custodial adult permission. Water is provided. Food is not provided due to allergies, etc. Each child is welcome to bring their own lunch/snack.

Register now by calling the Marina at 706-268-3303

MARINA

MARINA RESTOCKING GOLDEN TROUT

FIVE Golden Trout were delivered Wednesday to Lake Petit. We plan to continue our beloved tradition! Catch a golden trout and receive a FREE two hour pontoon ride. Let the fishing begin!

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POA

LOOKING FOR A SUMMER JOB?

WE’RE

HIRING Big Canoe POA is looking for smiling, happy faces to fill summer positions. We have open positions as lifeguards, watercraft attendants, shuttle driver, water front manager or front desk attendants. You should be energetic, possess good communication skills and have reliable transportation. Big Canoe POA will pay for your lifeguard certification and uniforms. If you want to work with a team in a fun outdoor resort like environment, apply today at bigcanoepoa/careers!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT STEVE PANETTA, WELLNESS MANAGER AT SPANETTA@BIGCANOEPOA.ORG OR TO APPLY, CLICK BELOW Apply

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POA

Wednesday, February 28, 6:00 p.m.

Clubhouse, Mountains View Room The cruise line will feature it's popular 7-12 night Alaska cruises through the Inside Passage.

By way of an entertaining and fun skit, "On Stage Alaska", you will learn about the cruises and land tour additions that include the Denali National Park, the Yukon gold rush country and the majestic Canadian Mountains.

Come early for social time and enjoy a complimentary beverage.

Ladies Line Dancing

CLUBS & ORGS

Join us at the Beach Club February 19 5-6pm For more information, email Karen Waters at kwaterbear@aol.com

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Big Canoe ARTISTS CLUB

e n i F g n i r Sp w o h S Art Join us at the Beach Club!

Friday, April 5 Saturday, April 6 Sunday, April 7

Reception 5-8 PM 10 AM - 6 PM 12 PM - 4 PM

MUSIC & WINE DURING RECEPTION SUNDAY LIVE PAINTING DEMONSTRATIONS SATURDAY &

sen at For more information, contact Barbara Jen m 352-232-0613 or barbarajensen50@aol.co

clubs & orgs

CLUBS & ORGS

Bear Society Happy Hour at the Black Bear Pub Wednesday, February 21 Seating in the Pub is on first come basis, specialty drinks are available

Monday Night Music on the Veranda 0 Monday, February 26 Music by Adrian Stover & CC

$1

Reservations

WELCOME 2024

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CLUBS & ORGS

Grief Support “A TIME TO MOURN...A TIME TO HEAL”

THE BIG CANOE WELLNESS COLLABORATIVE IS OFFERING A GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP SESSION SERIES ON MAR. 20, MAR. 27, APR. 3, AND APR. 10 AT THE BIG CANOE CHAPEL, ROOM 107 FROM 2:00-4:00 PM For more information or to register contact Beth Durban at 314-640-0247 or at groups.bigcanoewc@gmail.com

For more information on WC Services go to bcwell.org or call 706-268-5334

AT BIG CANOE CHAPEL MCCORMICK HALL

BLOOD DONATION SAVES LIVES Thursday, Feb. 22 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

In recognition of Life South's 50th Anniversary each donor will receive $25 e-gift card and a fleece blanket

Make an online appointment.

Walk-ins welcome.

For more information CLICK HERE or email groups.bigcanoewc@gmail.com

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