We are so thankful to you for the many compliments we have received from the community about Big Canoe Living. It is a joy when you see us out and pull us aside to tell us that you enjoy reading each issue. Thank you! We love telling the story of living in our community and sharing tips from our staff with you every two weeks. We hope that you find it informative and that it makes planning with your friends, family, and neighbors easy and convenient.
We are also excited to share the full lineup of fun, family-friendly events planned for Independence Week, celebrating our community and country. There is something for all; even your furry friends can attend the dog park celebration. We will have a doggie parade, color walk/run, concert, great food, and a fireworks show. We look forward to seeing you all at one or a these events.
And don't forget Father's Day is just around the corner and the Clubhouse and our amenity shops have you covered with a special meal and great gifts. You ne have to leave the gates to wrap up everything for Da and Grandad!
Read on, dear neighbors, for all the best summer entertainment, dining, and shopping because this is B
Delaine, Elisa, Kat and Stacy
Cheers, Delaine, Elisa, Kat, and Stacy
Sunday, June 16
8oz Wagyu "Baseball Cut" Top Sirloin - $32 Served with roasted red potatoes and grilled asparagus
PAIRS GREAT WITH OUR NEW BIG CANOE LABEL BOURBON FROM LEGENDS DISTILLERY!
Drink Special
withDadthis Father’sDay! Big Canoe Old Fashioned - $13 Big Canoe Bourbon, Atlanta's 18.21 bitters, orange, and bourbonsoaked cherry
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Shop this summer’s hottest items at Beach Buys at the Beach Club!
MONDAY
6:45 BOOT CAMP
8:00 PILATES
9:30 FLOW & GLOW YOGA
9:30 STRENGTH & STAMINA ZOOM
10:00 H20 AEROBICS/EXERCISE
2:45 PI-TAI STRETCH ZOOM
3:00 H20 AEROBICS/EXERCISE
5:00 FLOW & GLOW YOGA
7:15 TAI CHI
WEDNESDAY
6:45 BOOT CAMP
8:00 PILATES
9:00 LOW IMPACT AERO
10:00 H20 AEROBICS/EXERCISE
10:30 ZUMBA
2:45 EXERCISE 101
3:00 H20 AEROBICS/EXERCISE
5:00 FLOW & GLOW YOGA
6:00 VOLLEYBALL
6:30 PING PONG (6/5, 6/19)
TUESDAY
8:00 KICKBOX/CORE
9:00 BODY BAR
10:00 CARDIO SCULPT
11:45 PT STRETCH (6/4, 6/25)
3:00 H20 AEROBICS/EXERCISE
3:00 ALIGN & REFINE YOGA
5:00 YOUTH SWIM TEAM
5:30 PILATES
THURSDAY
8:45 ALIGN & REFINE YOGA
9:00 BODY BAR
10:00 CARDIO SCULPT
11:45 PT STRETCH (6/6, 6/27)
3:00 H20 EXERCISE
5:00 PILATES
FRIDAYSATURDAY
6:45 BOOT CAMP
9:00 DANCE JAM
10:00 H2O EXERCISE
10:30 TAI CHI
2:45 EXERCISE 101/201 ZOOM
2:00 DANCE FIT
5:00 HATHA YOGA
5:00 YOUTH SWIM TEAM
SUNDAY
11:00 ZUMBA
3:00 YIN YOGA–STUDIO & ZOOM
9:00 DANCE EXERCISE 10:00 TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING
9:00am - 1:00pm
TENNIS TENNIS PICKLEBALL PICKLEBALL
June 11 - 14
July 16 - 19
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.
Registration Open - click on dates to register
Registration Open - click on dates to register
The Spring Bocce League Playoffs were held Saturday, May 19th at 9:00AM followed by the end-of-season celebration at Wildcat Pavilion with Tom's Awesome Seafood low-country shrimp boil.
THE LEAGUE CHAMPIONS ARE THE COURT JESTERS: CATHY WENTWORTH (CAPTAIN), JERRY WENTWORTH, BARB KNYSZ & BOB KNYSZ. SPECIAL THANKS TO BOB KEESECKER FOR SUBSTITUTING IN THE PLAYOFF MATCHES FOR THE COURT JESTERS!
MONDAY TUESDAY
10:00 CHICKS W/STICKS LADIES
3.0-3.5 TENNIS ROUND ROBIN*
10:00 PICKLEBALL OPEN PLAY
2:00 MEN’S 4.0+ TENNIS ROUND ROBIN*
4:00 MEN’S TENNIS ROUND ROBIN
3.0-3.5*
4:00 MONDAY NIGHT BOCCE
WEDNESDAY
8:00 MEN’S TENNIS ROUND ROBIN
3.0-3.5*
10:00 PICKLEBALL OPEN PLAY
6:00 PICKLEBALL OPEN PLAY INTERMEDIATE
10:00 LADIES’ PICKLEBALL ROUND ROBIN 2.5+ *
10:00 GUYS WITH CLUBS MEN’S 3.5 TENNIS ROUND ROBIN*
2:00 ADVANCED PICKLEBALL DRILLS 3.5+ *
6:00 PICKLEBALL FOR BEGINNERS CLINIC*
THURSDAY
10:00 LADIES’ 3.0-3.5 TENNIS ROUND ROBIN*
12:00 PICKLEBALL FOR BEGINNERS CLINIC*
2:00 NEXT LEVEL PICKLEBALL DRILLS 3.0-3.5*
FRIDAYSATURDAY
10:00 PICKLEBALL OPEN PLAY
8:00 MEN’S TENNIS ROUND ROBIN
3.0-3.5*
10:00 WOMEN’S 3.0-3.5 TENNIS ROUND ROBIN*
10:00 PICKLEBALL OPEN PLAY
SUNDAY
6:00 PICKLEBALL OPEN PLAY
* REQUIRES REGISTRATION
Monday, June 3
5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Canoe Lodge
Interested in joining the POA
Interested in joining the POA Board? Board? Join us for an Join us for an informational meeting with the informational meeting with the current POA Board and election current POA Board and election committee members. committee members.
For more information, email For more information, email election@bigcanoepoa.org election@bigcanoepoa.org
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 Members will also talk to how serving on the board will be a rewarding experience, one that positively impacts Big Canoe.
The Election Committee will discuss the process of becoming a Board Member which is a vital contribution to the future of our community.
SINCE 2005 LEADERSHIP BIG CANOE (LBC) HAS BEEN SERVING OUR COMMUNITY BY PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS ON:
Big Canoe’s rich cultural history.
Big Canoe governance, infrastructure, and key committee and community activities
Big Canoe’s challenges, needs, issues, and the impact of volunteerism inside Big Canoe.
LBC is an 8-month, 10-session program running from September 12 to April 25. Are you interested in joining our 2024-25 class? Click the link below to register for LBC’s July 11th 5:00 pm Wine & Cheese Information Reception at the Clubhouse.
Email or call Ellen Leverette (ellen.leverette@gmail.com, 770-361-5768) with any questions.
TREENAPARISH TPARISH@BIGCANOEPOA.ORG
“This time of year, it is not uncommon for me to get calls regarding a random light being left on all night or a light that shines very brightly disturbing the neighbors. Please note that all exterior lighting should be turned off when not in use to avoid bothering your immediate neighbors or even those across the valley from you. Below is an excerpt from the Architectural Control Standards that pertains to exterior lighting.”
A. All exterior lighting must be approved by AECD. All lighting proposals must show suitable restraint and concern for the impact on the Big Canoe flora and fauna environment as well as neighboring properties. Lighting of adjacent or common property is prohibited. Entry, garage, deck, and terrace areas may be illuminated under the following conditions.
Exterior lighting must be fully shielded or directed shielding. “Fully shielded” means outdoor light fixtures shielded or constructed so that light rays emitted by the fixture are projected below the horizontal plane. “Directed shielding” means shielding by design or external application that directs light downward and limits direct line of sight of a fixtures lamp. 1.
Fixtures are lit by bulbs not greater than 525 lumens each as recommended by the Illuminating Engineering Society 2.
of North America (IESNA) and the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA).
Post lighting fixtures shall be a maximum of 250 lumens each.
All outdoor lighting shall be “white light” defined as a color temperature between 2700-3100K (Kelvins).
No colored bulbs are allowed, even for seasonal decorations.
3. Neither Up Lighting nor Moon Lighting is permitted.
4. Classic residential “corner floodlights” are not acceptable except for emergency lighting.
Emergency lighting may exceed the lumen maximums provided the lighting extinguishes within 30 minutes of activation or secession of an emergency condition.
5. Driveway/pathway/entry fixtures shall be only brass, brown, black, or gray powder coated aluminum.
6. Landscape lighting fixtures may be dark green.
If you have questions, email tparish@bigcanoepoa.org.
SATURDAY, JULY 6
THURSDAY, JULY 4 8-10am 10am 4pm 1-5pm 7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm FRIDAY, JULY 5
Steel Drums at the Beach Club
Acoustic Showcase at the Beach Club Color Run/Walk at Wildcat
Terraces: A1A Jimmy Buffet Tribute Band
Independence Day Family Event Concert & Fireworks at Playfield Park Patriotic Dog Parade at Wildcat
THURSDAY, JULY 4
Registration
Join us at wildcat for this year’s Color Run/walk! Head down the Wildcat connector trail and end back at wildcat where you are greeted with a burst of colorful dye if you choose. The event covers 3 miles of paved trails with just enough ups and downs to elevate your heart rate. Strollers and well-behaved dogs are welcome. Celebrate at the finish line with Blonding Swan Coffee and Southern Creamery!
Special Performance July 4th
Join us at the Beach Club Join us at the Beach Club Thursday, July 4 Thursday, July 4 7 - 8:30 p.m. 7 - 8:30 p.m. Showcasing 10 Big Canoe Musicians TBA Showcasing 10 Big Canoe Musicians TBA
Bring your favorite beverage, arrive early, secure your Bring your favorite beverage, arrive early, secure your seats, and mingle with other guests and the musicians. seats, and mingle with other guests and the musicians.
AN AMERICAN TRADITION SINCE 1972
FREE ENTRY | SATURDAY, JULY 6 | PLAYFIELD PARK
JOIN US FOR A PARTY IN THE PARK INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
9AM START SETTING YOUR CHAIRS & BLANKETS IN DESIGNATED AREA
4PM PARK OPENS - ENJOY A MEAL FROM THE FOOD TRUCKS - BRING YOUR OWN DRINKS
5PM CONCERT STARTS
9PM INDEPENDENCE DAY EXTRAVAGANZA
KID’S ACTIVITIES
CHEEZD N CONFUZED
SMASH HIT BURGER
THE MULE HOUSE WOOD FIRED PIZZA
SWEET TREATS FROM SOUTHERN CREAMERY AND KING OF POPS AND MUCH MORE!
EVENT IS WEATHER DEPENDENT
SATURDAY, JULY 6
If you set up before this time your items will be moved
No tents or tables
Any items placed outside of the designated area will be moved
No pets are allowed on the field
Handicap drop-off will be available at the Handicap Loop at the bottom of the three-tiered parking lot
Note: Fireworks are never allowed in Big Canoe.
Saturday, July 6 Road
Road Closure starts at 3 p.m.
Second Road Closure starts at 9:15 p.m.
Wolfscratch Dr. will reopen after the Fireworks show around 10 p.m.
Detour around the lake after 9:15 pm
SATURDAY, JUNE 1
10AM - 2PM
Take a leisurely stroll through four stunning Big Canoe gardens, talk to the gardeners who created these beautiful landscapes, and learn how to enhance the natural beauty of your landscape with a variety of woodland shrubs and flowers. This year's tour features four exquisite gardens on Cox Mountain and Ridgeview Drive and includes an exciting container demonstration. Brochures and maps of the homes can be found in the postal facility, or you can purchase advance tickets by following the link at wildflowerbunch.com/gardentour.
Garden tour profits go towards environmental projects in Big Canoe and local communities. $15PERPERSON
Thursday, June 20
8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
DJ playing hits from 60s ¨ 70s
Intermission Floor Show by Big Canoe Comedy Ensemble
15 per person includes a corsage or boutonniere` BYOB ¨ food
Prom attire encouraged but optional Best Dressed competition and King ¨ Queen crowned
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