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ELECTION KICK-OFF
ELECTION KICK-OFF CALLING ALL BOARD CANDIDATES CALLING ALL BOARD CANDIDATES
Greetings,
In this edition of Big Canoe Living, we invite you to mark your calendars and plan for an unforgettable Summer 2025 with friends and family. And let's also make it a memorable summer for a worthy volunteer by nominating them for this year's President's Award.
Each year, Big Canoe property owners have the opportunity to recognize the volunteer who they feel has
had the most impact on our community. We imagine that, just reading these words, a person has come to your mind. Our Board President, Terry Stewart, wanted us to share some notes about filling out your nomination form. Please be as detailed as possible about your nominee, including years spent volunteering and how this special property owner positively impacted our community Completing the form is so easy! Just click the link, complete the form, and that's it! Winners will be announced at this year's in-person Community Town Hall on Saturday, July 12th, at the Chapel.
We close out spring with the grand reopening of the renovated Marina Shack and the opening of our aquatics amenities for the season Then we honor our vets for Memorial Day by placing the banners and enjoying a fantastic program at the Chapel.
We start summer by kicking off the 2025 Board Election season with an information session on June 2nd for all property owners considering this vital role Read on, dear neighbors, and save the dates for this year's spectacular July Independence Week celebrations. Thank you for the compliments on the launch of the Big Canoe Living University education series. This week's website lesson is finding POA events on our digital calendar.
Cheers,
Delaine Faris, Director of Communications and Community Engagement
Meet Board Members who will share their story of running for the board and what they appreciate most about helping to guide our community.
Board
The Election Committee
BIG CANOE BOARD PRESIDENT’S AWARD
RECOGNIZES A SINGLE BIG CANOE VOLUNTEER WHO CREATED POSITIVE IMPACT TO OUR COMMUNITY!
It’s time again to award the annual President’s Award This award recognizes one resident each year who stands out for their work to make Big Canoe a better place to live through their volunteer service.
If you would like to nominate someone for this award, please complete the form linked below by 5 p.m. Friday, May 23, 2025.
The criteria for selection are based on volunteer services. POA Board Members nor their family members can be nominated. The nominees should be Big Canoe residents for at least two years.
The President’s Award will be presented at the Town Hall Meeting on Saturday, July 12.
PLEASE SUBMIT FORM BY 5 p.m. FRIDAY, MAY 23, 2025
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“Rosé all day”
FRIDAY 5/2/25 4PM – 7PM
LAKESIDE BISTRO
Join us for a special Rosé wine tasting experience with Amy Jones from WineBow, who will be pouring and guiding us through a curated selection of Rosé wines. Reservations are not required for event, but recommended for dinner. These wines also are available for purchase. This event is an extra treat just for the ladies—come dressed in your favorite pink outfits, hats, and all things fabulous!
WINE LINE UP:
Mirabeau La Folie Sparkling Rosé
Forever Summer By Mirabeau Rosé
Mirabeau Pure Rosé
Mirabeau X Coteaux D`Aix Rosé
Barnard Griffin Rosé of Sangiovese
Mark Ryan Winery "And Why Am I Mr Pink”
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Thursday, 15 May 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Jenni Blake from Georgia Crown Distributors will join us to pour and guide you through a selection of California wines. Reservations are not required to attend this complimentary event.
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Save Money and Double Your Fun this Summer
Save Money and Double Your Fun this Summer with an Outdoor Aquatics Membership with an Outdoor Aquatics Membership
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Aquatics Opening Day May 24th
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Based on the results of last fall’s 2024 Amenity Satisfaction Surve know that we heard you and want to share our plans to enhance your e at Racquet.
Maintenance of Facilities
Concern: The conditions of some courts (e.g. 5 & 6) is a significant concern, affecting play quality
Remedy: The Racquet Club Committee and I have been diligently researching surface options for the replacement of tennis courts 5 and 6. Earlier this month, a group of 14 members visited the CushionX manufacturing facility to gain firsthand insight into one of the options under consideration. Each player is currently scoring the surfaces, and once all feedback is collected and pricing evaluated, we hope to move forward with a full replacement. While the process may seem slow, our priority is to ensure the courts are rebuilt to the highest standard, providing long-term functionality and enjoyment for all members.
Dry conditions were a challenge last summer on clay courts 1–4. With aging irrigation systems and the intensity of our hot Georgia summers, it became clear that additional watering support was needed. To address this, Signature Tennis has been contracted and funding approved for the installation of above-ground sprinklers on courts 1–4. Installation will begin in the coming weeks, and a new watering and grooming schedule—early morning and mid-day—will be implemented to ensure the courts remain in top playing condition.
Concern: lack of support/ maintenance for Bocce facilities; courts often require cleaning; lack of adequate promotion and attention v. other racquet sports
Remedy: In late 2024, the Bocce Committee compiled a list of structural and visual improvements needed at the bocce facility. Lydell Mack and I have worked diligently to bring the facility up to the standards our members deserve. Brad Bowman, our Racquet Club Maintenance Lead, now visits the courts each morning to ensure they are clean and ready for play.
Cracks in the walking surface have been assessed by CBA Sports for potential repair and repainting. These improvements are currently under review for inclusion in the 2025 and/or 2026 budgets.
The 2024 member survey revealed that 84% of members play bocce primarily for social interaction, while only 4% play competitively. In response, the Racquet Committee and I are planning quarterly socials—not just for bocce players, but for all Racquet Club members. In addition, the marketing team and I have launched campaigns to spotlight our beautiful facility and promote the open play opportunities available every day of the week—a true delight for our social players!
Over 40 players attended the North Georgia Mountains
Spectacular Seniors Pickleball event from Ellijay, Blue Ridge, Bent Tree & Big Canoe. All proceeds from the event went to the Hans Rueffert Fund and we raised $480 that will go directly to Hans and his family. We will continue to host the Spectacular seniors once per quarter.
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May Marina Lineup
FISHING TOURNAMENT
May 3, 2025
AND OPENING OF THE REMODELED SHACK
Benefiting the North Georgia Mountains History Center 8:00am - 12:00pm op by for a tour, wine and charcuterie. Parking is ailable at the Marina and 3 Tiered Parking Lot. Shuttle rvice will be available from noon until 4:00pm.
May 9, 2025
LOW COUNTRY BOIL
Seatings are still available! Join us for Chef Jeff Moreau’s Low Country Boil at the Marina. Call to make your Reservation 706-268-3303
May 17, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Calendars landing page will display a carousel with events that are coming up soon. Above the carousel, you will see buttons where you may select category view. So, from here if you click Racquet, you will see the upcoming week’s schedule at Racquet (below)
More BCLU articles to come on using the POA Online Calendar.
Should you have additional questions about our POA Online Calendar, send an AskThePOA.
BIG CANOE
20 25 AN AMERICAN TRADITION SINCE 1972
Details coming May 16
FRIDAY, JULY 4
SATURDAY, JULY 5
Steel Drums at the Beach Club Color Run/Walk at Wildcat
Terraces: Gimme Springsteen
Family Fun Day, Concert, & Fireworks at Playfield Park
Patriotic Dog Parade at Wildcat
CLUBHOUSE UPDATE
By Sam Harman
The Clubhouse renovation is progressing well. Exterior staircases are nearing completion, interior window casing is being installed, and interior and exterior painting is being done.
DONATION DRIVE DONATION DRIVE
Celebrate Mother's Day by giving back! VolBC.org is hosting a donation drive for Angel Babies Boutique in Jasper, collecting new or gently used baby items like diapers (NB, 3-6, Pull-ups), wipes and toddler spring/summer clothing
Saturday, May 3
10:00 - 1:00
Sunday, May 4 12:00 - 3:00
at Village Station
Please note, they cannot accept used cribs, car seats, mattresses, stuffed animals, or adult items
