A Reflection of Life in Lake Naomi & Timber Trails www.LakeNaomiClub.com
Summer 2016 WHAT’S INSIDE Pool Luau .............. 2 Weekly Specials at LNCH ...................... 3 LNC’s Newest Members ................ 4 Family Adventure Race ....................... 5 Girls Night Out ...... 6 Swim Lesson Registration............ 7 Racquets on the Rocks ...................... 8 Open Water Swimming .............. 9 Junior Golf Programs .............................. 10 Bass Tournament .............................. 11
Phase Two is Ready to Roll Phase Two of the Horizon Plan, the renovation of the Community Center, is on track and ready to start. Contracts have been signed and permits are in process with hopes to have them in hand in the next few days. We did experience a few challenges in the permit process which will force us to dip into our contingency. In addition, we have had to revise our building timeline. Our initial hope was to have some sections of our locker rooms accessible throughout the construction process but due to permitting this is not possible. Members will still be able to use our other restrooms but no shower or locker facilities will be available. The new construction schedule breaks the Phase into two parts. The first part includes the Aquatic Facility, locker rooms and the fitness room expansion. The aquatic facility (including pool, sauna, steam room, hot tub and patio) and locker rooms will be closing on June 25th to begin renovation. The Fitness Center will still be available throughout the construction other than the regularly scheduled November shutdown. The second part which includes building in the existing pavilion and construction of the new pavilion is scheduled to start at the end of the summer. Part one is scheduled to be completed by the winter holidays break and part two will be completed shortly after, by the end of January. We understand this will present a challenge for some of our Members and apologize for the inconvenience. These growing pains will be well worth our larger locker rooms, zero entry pool with water features, expanded Fitness Center, and new pavilion. rd
33 Annual Independence Day Picnic
Make plans now for the big Independence Day Celebration at Club Beach set for Monday, July 4th from Noon till 5:00 PM. As always, there will be a large variety of picnic foods and refreshments along with special entertainment! Starting at 12 Noon the local live band “Timeline” with Tom Donovan will play the Star Spangled Banner and they will continue until 5:00 PM. The festivities will begin at Noon with a flag raising ceremony. Food and drink sales will be on a cash basis. There will be plenty of activities for kids of all ages including arts and crafts, games, and other activities. Don’t miss the annual “Biggest Cookout of the Year”! Keep your beer cold in your fridge; we will have plenty on the beach. In addition, join us upstairs in the Clubhouse for a Pasta Night buffet dinner after the sun sets to enjoy more entertainment and food! The doors for dinner will open at 6:00 PM. There will be a DJ inside from 9:00 PM to 12 Midnight.
Fireworks at Lake Naomi Mark your calendars - Fireworks have been added to the End of Season Celebration on Saturday, September 3rd. You don’t want to miss this spectacular event!!! Please note we will also be having the Anything but a Boat that Floats Race, many recreation activities, live music, and a floating fire. This will be an amazing day for the entire family!
Membership Directory Update Enclosed in this Reflections is the full update of the 2016-2017 Membership Directory. Please remove the existing section of your binder and replace it with this new information. The purpose of this directory is to facilitate Members making contact with other Members. If you are a New Member and you do not have a binder, or if you are an existing Member and your binder is damaged and needs to be replaced, kindly stop by the Administrative Office to pick one up. Remember placement in the Membership Directory is not automatic, you must request to be in the directory. If you have any changes or would like to be added to the next edition of the directory please fill out the Membership Directory Update Form that can be found in the Online Sign-Up of Members section of www. LakeNaomiClub. com or contact the Administration Office at 570646-9191.
Trustee Coffee and Annual Member Meeting Mark your calendar. Saturday, August 13th is the Trustee Coffee followed by the Annual Member Meeting which will be held at the Logan Steele Community Center. The Trustee Coffee is your chance to chat with the Lake Naomi Club Trustees on important issues you would like to discuss over a cup of coffee. No official presentation will be made. They will welcome any questions and they will also be happy to share with you why they choose to volunteer for the Lake Naomi Club. The coffee will begin at 8:30 AM and the Annual Meeting will begin at 9:30 AM. Please note that the times are one hour earlier than years past. Please feel free to also approach the Trustees and other volunteers with your questions and comments at other times throughout the year.
Pool Luau Mark Saturday, July 16th on your calendars to attend the Luau at the Timber Trails Clubhouse! Adult Pool Members and Guests can join in the fun from 6:30–11:30 PM. Enjoy a Luau-themed buffet, terrific DJ entertainment, dancing and activities! The cost for the evening is $32 per person. A cash bar will be available BYOB IS NOT PERMITTED. Pre-registration is REQUIRED and is available online now and at the Lake Naomi Pool beginning June 25th. This is a rain or shine event as the Luau venue is the Timber Trails C Clubhouse. Don’t miss the biggest adult only pool event of the summer.
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During the three recent town meetings regarding the enhancement of the Community C Center many Members expressed their challenges within the Club or the Community. While these concerns did not pertain to the Horizon Plan vote, we tried our best to provide W input to their concerns. What was noted during this process is additional time is needed to in ggive every Member an opportunity to express their concerns and/or offer suggestions that will help make your Club the best Club. We are happy to announce that there will be two w ““Coffees with the GM” at the Mountaintop Lodge during this summer. The first coffee will bbe Sunday, July 10th at 8 AM and the second coffee will be Sunday, August 21st at 8:00 AM. You don’t need to wait for the special meetings to discuss matters with the General Summer C Calendars l d are H Here!! Manager or other Team Managers; the Club has many outlets to have your voice heard. Be sure to stop in the Administrative Office or the Community Center to pick-up The website has all the contact information of the Management Team, and there is an “Ask the Manager” form that you can easily fill out. You can send an email to admin@ the Summer Activities Calendar. lakenaomiclub.com, and our Communications Manager Laura Altemose will see to it that your question is addressed by the appropriate Manager. Most importantly your General Manager has always welcomed the Membership to visit the Administrative Office and “Ask Robert” in person. We want to hear from you!
Are you on Schedule with the Membership ID Picture Retake?
“Reflections” Published by LAKE NAOMI CLUB 122 Route 423 Post Office Box T Pocono Pines, PA 18350 570-646-9191 www.LakeNaomiClub.com BOARD OF TRUSTEES George Bernardin Mike J. Christian Kathryn Hyatt Cary S. Levinson Connell J. McGill Robert S. Mills, Jr. Brian J. Snyder Robert A. Jones, Jr. General Manager Laura M. Altemose Marketing/Communications Manager Reflections Editor
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When the Club instituted the Membership Picture ID’s a picture retake schedule was developed so that your picture will be updated every four years. Children can choose to have their pictures retaken more often. It is important to keep your picture current so that no confusion will occur at any of the amenities. ID badges are now scanned at the amenities and your picture will be displayed on the monitor so it is even more important to keep your picture current. The Club encourages Members with last names starting with R through Z to stop by the Administrative Office to have your picture retaken at your convenience. To avoid delays in picking up your 2017 Membership ID Cards, have your picture retaken this summer. Yes, if you have been diligently following the schedule this will be your second retake. The last time your picture was taken was in 2013. All other Members who have not had their pictures retaken are requested to stop in the Administrative Office as soon as possible. Please remember the importance of carrying your ID badge with you at all times. The summer season brings in many new faces and all Team Members are instructed to check badges. Please do not be insulted to show your badge. Memorial Day Celebration Fun
Don’t Miss the Weekly Specials at the LNCH Sundays through September 4 Breakfast Buffet Chef made-to-order omelet and egg station; breakfast hash or grits and gravy, cheese blintz with wild berry compote, applewood smoked bacon, country sausage, waffles, hash brown casserole, fresh fruit, muffins, danish and yogurt. Wake up with Sunday breakfast from 9 AM to 12 Noon in the main dining room, grill room or on the deck (weather permitted) . The price is $13.50 per adult and $7.50 for kids. Don’t forget to make your breakfast reservation by calling 570-646-2866. Mondays, June 27th to August 29th Traditional Pasta Night from 5:00 to 9:30 PM, enjoy the popular pasta station and antipasto/salad bar where you can select from a variety of pastas and sauces and a Chef will prepare it before your eyes. Eat as much soup, salad and pasta, and an additional chef choice entree as you wish with a weekly dessert selection for only $18.00++ per person and $8.50++ for children. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis. No reservations will be taken. Wednesdays, July 6th to August 31st Musician Nights on the Beach - Spend the warm summer nights at the Duster Bar with your favorite drink, good food from our Boathouse Café, the best local musicians, entertainers and great friends. You will see Keith Naylor & his friends, Tom & Clarence, Thomas Donovan and Mike Pilgermayer. As at all of the other Lake Naomi Club amenities, the Duster Bartenders will be checking Membership Identification Cards before taking your drink order, so please make sure your member badges are visible for the bartenders. Thank you for helping us in helping you to keep the Lake Naomi Club private. Your understanding is appreciated. Thursdays, June 30th to August 25th Special Thursday Fests - Join us each week for a Fest of great food, drinks and fun. June 30th - Brazil & Texas Steak House July 14th - Spanish Buffet July 28th - Asian Night August 4th - Italian Pasta & Prime Rib Buffet August 11th - German Summer Fest August 18th - Summer Vegetable Fest August 25th - Caribbean Buffet We highly recommend that you make reservations ffor th these special i l events t bby calling lli th the Clubhouse at 570-646-2866. Friday and Saturday Night from June 17th to September 2nd Entertainment around the Clubhouse and Beach - After dinner entertainment will be offered each Friday and Saturday night by local entertainers. Sing, dance or sit back and enjoy all the great DJ’s, bands, and karaoke right at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse and Beach. See the Summer Activities Calendar for weekly performers.
Enjoy the Lake Naomi Clubhouse & Duster Bar but…. PLEASE BE CAREFUL. The Club maintains a conservative ppolicy y concerning g the serving of alcoholic beverages to persons who appear to have had too much to drink. You should be aware of the Dram Shop Law, which puts the liability directly on the server of alcoholic beverages if an intoxicated individual causes damage, injury or death as a result of having too much to drink. So please understand if we politely refuse to serve anyone a drink and please allow us to arrange a safe ride home if necessary.
Upcoming Events at Lake Naomi Clubhouse Mark your calendar for these upcoming events at the Clubhouse Men’s Luncheon Saturday, June 25th Independence Day Community Picnic Monday, July 4th Ladies’ Luncheon Tuesday, July 12th Breast Cancer Rally y Thursday, July 21st (Clubhouse is closed for this event) Sunset on Lake Naomi Saturday, September 10th (Clubhouse is closed for this event)
Clubhouse Reservations and Member IDs Dining at the LNCH has grown in popularity over the past years and will continue to do so throughout the season. This is attributed to the great job the Clubhouse St Staff is doing both in the kitchen and in th the dining areas. With this in mind, please be advised to make your reservations early so that you receive the desired time. A Also understand that only a certain numbe ber of reservations can be taken for each tim time slot so there may be occasions when yo your preferred time is unavailable. Please no note that the Club does not take reservatio tions for the Grill Room or the Outdoor D Deck, and also on special Buffet nights like “Pasta Night”. There is frequently a wait time for these areas and dates. The hostess will be holding your reserved table for only 15 minutes past reserved time. Late reservations past the fifteen minute grace period will be put on the waiting list for seating, so please stay in contact with our front desk by calling 570-646-2866 if your plans change. Also remember that there is a dr dress code in the Clubhouse; Membe bers are encouraged to refer to pages 39 through 40 of the 2016 Leisure S Service Guide for additional guidelin lines. As at all of the other Lake Naomi - Timber Trails amenities, the Lake N Naomi Clubhouse Hostess or greeter w be checking Membership will Id Identifi cation Cards before you ar seated, so please help us in are he helping you to keep the Lake N Naomi Club private. Your unde derstanding is appreciated.
Schutzenfest Saturdary, May 21st
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Clymer Library House Tour This event has grown to become one of the most popular social events of the summer season. And it is all for a very worthy cause. The Clymer Library presents its 2016 Fundraising House Tour and Brunch on Wednesday, August 3. This year’s tour will feature unique and elegant homes in Pinecrest Lake Golf & Country Club and Lake Naomi Club, including the Timber Trails community. Many different themes of design and fashion will be seen, from rustic mountain themes to fashionable and informal residences. These homes will provide hundreds of decorating and renovation ideas for your next home décor project. Start the day by joining us for a Brunch Buffet at 10:30 AM at the Lake Naomi Club prior to the tours, which begin at Noon. Tickets for the Brunch and Tours are $38.00; for just the House Tour tickets are $18 and tickets for just the Brunch are $20.00. All proceeds benefit the Clymer Library. Tickets and further details can be obtained at the Clymer Library Circulation Desk, 115 Firehouse Road, Pocono Pines, PA 18350, or phone 570-646-0826.
Lake Naomi C Club l bM Merchandise h di Looking for Lake Naomi Club or Timber Trails Golf Club merchandise? The Pro Shops and the Community Center are your main sources for all things logoed LNC or TTGC. Pro Shops carry clothing and other items appropriate to the amenity and feature Tail, Greg Norman, Wilson and Maxx to name a few. The Community Center carries sweatshirts, t-shirts, fitness attire, hats, and other logo items. Oakley sunglasses are featured at the Community Center and are discounted for our Members year-round! Oakley sunglass special orders are welcome by contacting Margaret Hickey at tennis@lakenaomiclub.com. McKee Tennis at the Lake Naomi Tennis Pro Shop provides Members with all their tennis equipment needs from a great selection of new racquets to re-stringing services. At Timber Trails Golf, Pro Tim Wagner stocks all your golf supplies and is happy to recommend the best clubs for your game. Stop in to one of our Club shops today! 4
LNC’s Newest Members On Sunday, May 29th 102 new adult Members and 57 children attended the Orientation that was held at the Timber Trails Clubhouse. General Manager Robert Jones, Communications Manager Laura Altemose, Association Manager Wendi Freeman and Chief Ranger John Lamberton gave an informative presentation that was followed up with general questions. As always the New Member Orientation is a fun event where the new Members are eager to learn more about the Club’s countless opportunities and meet new neighbors. Listed below are the Club’s newest Members and their hometown (or “other home”). We welcome the following New Members and their families to the Lake Naomi Club. John and Caterina Bartoli Ronald and Ann Hersh Hoboken, NJ Easton, PA Walter Bednarz and Ruth Aaron Robert Kotsur and Elena Casacio Huntingdon Valley, PA Warrington, PA Keith and Nichole Bethel Family, Stephen and Kimberly Kozakiewicz Havertown, PA Howell, NJ Scott and Lauren Brams Milan and Jasmina Krstic Jenkintown, PA New York, NY Bart and Nancy Brickman Paul and Amber LaGattuta Collegeville, PA Hoboken, NJ Jonathan Brody and Abby Brazina, Sam and Noreen LaPira Philadelphia, PA Lansdale, PA Renee Burawski and Nicci Spinazzola Slava and Zara Libman East Brunswick, NJ Staten Island, NY Anthony and Jaime Capaldo Marc and Holly Nakleh West Caldwell, NJ Brooklyn, NY Gary and Kelly Carney Robert and Natalie Nasca Coopersburg, PA Brooklyn, NY Samuel and Jill Carsillo John and Amy Nosta, North Caldwell, NJ Mendham, NJ Thomas and Claire Costello Ryan and Jennifer O’Donnell Brooklyn, NY Jamison, PA Phil and Angela Crawford Ken and Teresa Oliva Berkeley Heights, NJ Chatham, NJ Paul and Christine Da Silva Eoin and Ann Marie O’Shea, North Caldwell, NJ Philadelphia, PA Charles and Elizabeth Tom and Stephanie Pace DiMaggio, Pocono Pines, PA North Merrick, NY John and Elizabeth Pflomm Steve and Jennifer Elek Wyomissing, PA Emerson, NJ Rusty Ressler and Carla Marino Chris and Sue Evans King of Prussia, PA Princeton, NJ Michael and Liz Ripple Joseph and Melanie Hockessin, DE Fetzer Emily Ryan and Fred Anton, Holland, PA Media PA Jack and Mary Flynn Jason Shao and Laura Heian Rose Valley, PA Jersey City, NJ Darin Friedmann and Betty Ng Dan and Wendy Shar New York, NY New York, NY David and Loren Gilbert Eric and Melanie Thompson Far Hills, NJ Staten Island, NY George and Tracy Gordon Barry and Linda Ungar, Haverford, PA Wynnewood, PA Larry and Laurie Weinberger Craig and Margaret Griffen Sea Cliff, NY Elkins Park, PA Ditlef and Jennifer Wergeland Marc and Jana Grossman Reading, PA Gladwyne, PA Wim Wijnen and Carmen Baccarini Samuel and Shelby Handsborough Moorestown, NJ Family, Kempton, PA Nick and Yelena Zorin Kevin and Beth Henry Brooklyn, NY Wallingford, PA
Annual Ladies Luncheon “Broadway Comes to the Lake” for your entertainment at another “SOLD OUT” Ladies Luncheon at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse on Tuesday, July 12 beginning at 11:30 a.m. The Activities Committee is excited to host, from Broadway, the famed composer and pianist Jimmy Roberts and Lawrence Craig, world renowned baritone. Following your enjoyment of cocktails, an appetizer buffet and a delicious lunch, this extraordinarily talented duo will bring to life an eclectic melange of music, “Life is a Cabaret”. Their captivating performance will include contemporary, pop, rhythm and blues, the Great American Song Book and some original compositions. In addition, three large baskets, chock full of items for your enjoyment, including Fabletics fitness clothing, Broadway theater tickets, wine and local restaurant gift certificates, will be raffled, with proceeds going to the local “Top of the Mountain Ecumenical Food Pantry”. And finally, a representative from the 2016 Buck Hill Skytop Music Festival will be on hand, following the Luncheon, to provide information and tickets for Broadway performers of chamber music, cabaret, jazz, opera and musical theater.
Summer Art Classes The Activities Committee brings back art classes with instruction from Barbara McCorkindale for watercolor and an acrylics class with Steve Kager this summer. Barbara’s sessions will be held on Tuesdays from 1-4 PM beginning July 5th. Cost for this seven week class will be $100 plus the cost of supplies. Steve will join us this summer on Tuesday mornings at 9:15AM beginning June 28th. Cost for this class will be $85 plus the cost of supplies. These classes will be available for all painting levels from beginner through advanced. All sessions will meet in the Adult Activity Room at the Community Center. A supply list will be available at the time of registration. Registration for the summer sessions is being taken at the Community Center, 570-646-8585. While advance registration is required, all payments will be taken on the first day of class ti and made directly to the artists (check or cash). an
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Family F amillyy A Adventure dventure R Race ace Have you always thought you should be in the Amazing Race? Welll now you can be (Lake Naomi Club style) with the Family Adventuree Race. The Recreation Committee is hosting the Fifth Annual Family Adventure Race and Cookout on July 23rd from 1:00-7:00 PM. Your family team of four or more will compete in a series of choices and challenges around Lake Naomi Club that will test your body and mind (and your sense of humor, as well). At the end of your adventure you can share tales of the day at the family cookout and find out how your team placed in the ultimate family adventure. See the Weekly Flyer for more details and sign up at the Community Center.
Family Campout Get into camping with the Lake Naomi Club Family Campout on August 13th - 14th from 8 PM - 8 AM! On Saturday, August 13th bring the whole family down to the Community Center for a night of fun camping activities around the fire. Pitch your tent in the field, roll out your sleeping bags and then enjoy games, making s’mores, a night time hike on the nature trail, and music and songs around the camp fire with the Lake Naomi Club Camp Counselors. Then sit around the camp fire and roast marshmallows, tell ghost stories, or just lay back and look at the stars! Wake up the next morning for a hot breakfast. Make a whole outdoor adventure weekend of it and sign up for the Family Rafting trip on August 14th!
Book Club The Book Club meets regularly on the second Monday of the month at 1:30 PM at the Community Center and is always open to new participants. Everyone is welcome – even if you haven’t read the book. The discussions talk about the book, writing style and if it was favorable to everyone’s tastes, but does not give the plot away. This is a great way to get introduced to a variety of books that you may never have looked at otherwise. If you have questions please call Vilma Zabaleta 570-646-7259. The upcoming books and dates for the book club are as follows: July 11th - "The Daughters of Mars" by Thomas Keneally August 8th - "The Girl on theTrain" by Paula Hawkins Sept.12th - "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls
Writer’s Workshop Come join Lake Naomi Club’s first w writer’s workshop led by Michele Idy, Children’s Picture Book and FicId tion writer. Michele holds a BFA in ti creative writing from Brooklyn Colcr lege and leads a writer’s workshop le in Queens NY. Whether you want to write Children’s Books, Short Stories w oor Mysteries, this workshop is open to aall genres and to published and unpublished writers. li isheed w ritee So bring your writing or or just your enthusiasm for writing to the Community w Center for our first meeting C on on Saturday, July 9th at 10 AM. There is no fee for A this th h workshop, please call the th h Community Center to register at 570-646-8585. re e
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Tom and his team from Creative Outlet Ceramics return to us again this summer to provide the entire family with ceramic painting fun. As always, there will be many molds to choose from which are ready to be painted and range in price Annual Meeting and Trustee Coffee from $2 to $10. A $5 admittance fee applies to each parSaturday, August 13th ticipant and will be collected Trustee Coffee at the door. Classes will be 8:30 AM held Wednesdays from 1:30 Annual Meeting PM – 3:30 PM beginning 9:30 AM June 29th at the Community Logan Steele Center. Advanced sign-up is Community Center not necessary. 5
Kids, Kub and Afternoon Klub Online Registration We are excited to once again make it possible for you to sign up over the internet for any of the Club’s day camps – Kids Klub, Afternoon Klub or Kub Klub. We are continuing to use the new online registration site that Members say is much more user friendly. The Kids Klub brochure is also available to view online if you do not have a hard copy. All you have to do is go to the Members section of www.LakeNaomiClub.com and look under the tabs What’s Happening and Kids Klub Information. Kindly make sure that you have read the corresponding brochure before registering!
Guitar Lessonss T This his S Summer ummer Guitar lessons will be again offered this summer at the Logan Steele Community Center by one of our own members, Marty Gallocher. This makes it the seventh year that guitar lessons have been offered to the Members. Lessons will be held every Sunday at 10 am during July for a cost of $10 per session. Beginners, novices, adults and older children are all welcome. For more information please contact Marty Gallocher at 917-822-9629 or rockmart7@aol.com. Private lessons will also be available upon request. Meet us at the Community Center with all funds being collected at the door for each session.
Girls’ Night Out Calling all Girls! Join us for a trip to Poke-A-Nose Pottery located in Bartonsville for a fun night of painting on Monday, August 1st. This night is for mothers and daughters or other adult/child combination to do some female bonding. Painting at this cute little shop will be from 5:00-7:00 PM and then it is out for a nice dinner. Cost of $30 per person includes the studio fee, transportation and dinner. Price of the piece to paint will be extra and is to be paid individually that evening. Meet at the Community Center at 4:15 PM. See the Girls’ Night Out flyer for more information and sign ups! 6
Fitness Update The Fitness Department would like to remind you to check the class schedule weekly for possible changes. We recommend that you sign up for classes 48 hrs in advance as space is limited. The schedule will be printed on a weekly basis in the weekly flyer as it is subject to change based on class needs and instructor availability. Please arrive on time to properly warm up and be sure to stay through the cool down segments of class for your safety. Look for information in the Fitness Center on additional programs and stop at the front desk of the Community Center to update your package. The Bootcamp Program is back this year and not included in your regular fitness packages. See the Summer Calendar or program flyers for details. We offer classes in the areas of yoga, indoor cycling, pilates, strength training, Zumba and more. Look on the weekly schedule for our new Stand Up Paddleboard Fitness class to be held on Lake Naomi. This class meets at Club Beach. Paddle board rentals are available, please look for details on class times in your weekly flyer and for fees in the summer calendar. fo Our Water Fitness Classes will be moving from Lake Naomi Pool to Timber Trails ppool this year due to the Horizon Plan Phase Two Construction. Classes will be held Monday through Thursday mornings. Four instructors will guide you through four M ddifferent types of workouts in the water…there’s something for everyone! We are offering a magnificent float class, aqua Zumba, and the popular shallow and deep water fe aerobics. See the weekly flyer for times and be sure to register in advance. All water ae classes follow the fitness class fee schedule. cl Our Yoga Classes will be held on Deertrail Beach again this summer as well as a S Sunday morning class in the studio. New this year, the class duration will be extended to 90 minutes. See your weekly flyer for times and class fees. Indoor Cycling classes will be offered daily (see the schedule located at the front desk for specific class times). Members are welcome to use the bikes when a class is not in session at no charge for a period of 30 minutes. Please see the Community Center supervisor to obtain access to the room during regular hours. Class size is limited. Members may only attend one class per day unless there is space available. As the Fitness Center becomes more widely used, we would like to remind you to refer to your Leisure Service Guide as to the guidelines for use of the Center. Please be considerate of fellow Members when using the cardiovascular machines and abide by the 30 minute time limit and wipe your machine down when finished. Fitness attendants are on staff and ready to assist you. Feel free to approach them with your needs. Members are encouraged to sign up for fitness department-related email blasts. Please contact Laura Altemose at the Administrative Office laltemose@lakenaomiclub.com, to be added to this distribution list and receive the latest news and updates.
Night Recreation – 2016 Night Recreation is an opportunity for young Members and guests going into the third grade and above to come to the Community Center to meet friends and have fun participating in staff supervised themed activities. We would like to remind you that due to the changing of the age of unaccompanied minors at LNC, we will provide supervision for our rising third and fourth grade Members and guests. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays third and fourth graders will sign in and will be escorted from activity to activity throughout the night. Fifth graders and above will still have Night Recreation Monday through Friday and will be free to come and go as they please, same as last year. The Shuttle Bus (Red Route) will run every hour and can pick up or drop off the participants. Recreation staff will be on hand for a variety of games and activities. Night Recreation will be held every week Monday through Friday from June 27th – August 26th. The game room, multi-purpose room, mezzanine area, outdoor pavilion, outdoor fields, and some activity rooms will be available for participants. If you have questions or concerns about the Night Recreation Program please call Recreation Manager, Crystal Bankes, at 570-646-8585 or email cbankes@lakenaomiclub.com
Movie Night Begins Sunday night is family movie night all summer long! Beginning July 3rd, the Recreation staff will project a large screen movie at the Community Center. Each week will either be a “G” or a “PG” movie. Children ages 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The last three movies of the summer, August 21st, 28th and September 4th will be Outdoor Movies. Outdoor movies will be shown at CLUB BEACH from 8:00 -10:00 PM. Admission is free and the café will be open for snacks. Watch the Weekly Flyer for movie titles each week!
Swim Team Registration Pool Members between the ages of 6 and 18 are invited to participate in the exciting swim team program. Registration is available online up until Friday, June 24th and then at the Control Booth of Lake Naomi Pool beginning Saturday, June 25th. An organizational swim team meeting will be held on Monday, June 27th at the LN Pool at 9 AM, with an optional first morning swim to follow. If you are pre-registering online we ask that you still attend the meeting to meet the coaches and be briefed on the season. Packets will also be available during the regular practice times the first week of the season for those unable to attend. ALL SWIMMERS must be registered and practicing by July 1st to be a part of this season’s team. The 2016 registration fee for the swim team 6 week program is $150 per swimmer. Parent volunteers are needed to help run the swim team meets throughout the season. We greatly appreciate your assistance if you’re able to help. If you have any questions relating to the swim team program please feel free to contact Meredith Sensenig at the Community Center by calling 570- 646-8585 or by email at msensenig@lakenaomiclub. com. Additional information for Swim Team, including the 2016 Season Schedule, Swim Team bathing suit and gear ordering is available on our website. Checkout “Swim Team News” in the What’s Happening Section of www.LakeNaomiClub.com right away!
Water Fitness Update The Club welcomes to the aquatic fitness staff Kimberly Matthew, Naomi Betancourt, Jaime Nuss and Kelly Swingle. These professionally trained Instructors will be teaching organized Water Fitness classes at the Timber Trails Pool Monday through Thursday mornings beginning Monday, June 27th and will run for 8 weeks. Please see the weekly flyer for details on class times. In keeping with all fitness programming, there will be an $8 fee for the classes. Pre-registration will not be required but Members must sign-in and pay at the Control Booth upon arrival. The Fitness Class Packages ($35 for 5 classes or $65 for the month) includes the Water Fitness classes and will be transferable at the TTP. Participants in the water fitness classes must have aquatic privileges in their membership.
Aquatics Events Dates Mark your calendars now for the major events at the pools this summer season: Lake Naomi Pool opens on Saturday, June 25th Water Fitness Begins at TTP on Monday, June 27th Swim Team Begins at LNP on Monday, June 27th with the Parent Meeting and informal swim. Horseracing will begin at LNP on Sunday, July 3rd (see Summer Calendar for all dates) Youth Auctions will be held at TTP on Friday, July 15th and at LNP on Friday, August 12th. The Adult FAVORITE, Pool Luau will be held at TTP on Saturday, July 16th Youth Pickup Volleyball games begin at LNP on Tuesday July 5th Halloween in July will be held at LNP on Saturday, July 23rd Adult 3 vs 3 Volleyball and 2 v 2 Bocce Tournaments at LNP are Saturday, July 30th The Big Splash Pool Party at LNP will be Saturday, August 6th along with the Kids Bocce Ball Tournament. The summer finishes strong with the Tailgate Pool Party on Sunday, September 4th.
Adult Swim Lessons Available The Club offers Adult Swim Lessons for Older Teens and Adults by private instruction upon request. Please contact the Community Center or TTP or LNP control booths for a list of Aquatics Staff able to provide private instruction.
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Water Fitness and Swim Lesson Location Changes With summer approaching it’s important Water Fitness enthusiasts are aware of the change of location for 2016. With the LSCC pool closing for the summer (to address the Horizon Plan remodel while 2 other pools are open and available) some programs have been moved around a bit to accommodate one less pool. Swim Lessons are moving to LNP and will share the pool with Swim Team. Water Fitness classes are moving to Timber Trails Pool to take advantage of the quaint environment offered by TTP which will likely be the perfect setting for morning water exercise. Please see all the Aquatic Fitness Class offerings, times and class details under the Fitness section of the Summer Calendar.
Swim Lesson Registration It is time to start signing your kids up for the Club’s Learn-To-Swim Program included in the pool membership at no extra charge. Classes are based on child’s age and swimming ability. Three two week sessions will be offered: Session 1 June 27 - July 7 (Registration begins 8 AM, 6/20) Session 2 July 11 – July 21 (Registration begins 8 AM, 7/4) Session 3 July 25 – August 4 (Registration begins 8 AM, 7/18) Each Session Includes the following classes: Parent and Child (6 month – 3 years with an adult) 9:15 AM – 9:55 AM Preschool (3 years -5 years) 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM . 1:10 PM – 1:50 PM Grade school (6 years and Up) 10:45 AM – 11:25 AM 1:55 PM – 2:35 PM Lessons meet Monday -Thursdday for two consecutive weeks. Registration takes place at the R LSCC by either stopping in or L ccalling by phone 570-646-8585. Please note that lesson plans are P ddesigned for the entire session aand n it is essential that Members bbe available for all lessons. ** Due to the LSCC Pool closing on SSaturday, June 25th for the Horizon Plan rremodel, e Group Swim Lessons will take pplace at Lake Naomi Pool in 2016.
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Tennis Season Kickoff 2016 The Lake Naomi Club Tennis Committee hosted the season kick-off on Sunday May 29th dedicated to long-time Pro and dear friend Bobby McKee. More than sixty Members and their guests enjoyed an afternoon of social Round Robin play and family Cardio Tennis, two of Bobby’s favorite tennis activities! The LN Clubhouse provided an after-play spread of delicious hors d’oeuvres and refreshments. Thanks to the Tennis Committee and to all who attended!
Lake Naomi Tennis Club Championships The Club Championship tournament season will kick-off with our Adult Singles matches on July 9th and 10th and July 16th and 17th. Registration deadline is July 6th. Other tournament dates and deadlines are: Adult Doubles Sat, July 30th & Sun, July 31st Register by Noon on July 27th Juniors, All Divisions Fri, July 22nd – Sunday, July 24th Register by 3 PM on July 17th Adult Mixed Doubles Sat, Aug 6th & Sun, Aug, 7th and Sat, Aug 13th & Sun, Aug 14th Register by Noon on Aug 3rd All Adult and Junior Club Championship Tournaments will all be awarded at the End of Tournament Celebration on Sunday, August 14th immediately following the Adult Mixed Doubles Tournament finals, which are expected to conclude around 1:30 PM. All tournament players will be invited to attend the celebration free of charge as guests of the Tennis Committee. All others are invited to attend for a nominal fee. Please call or stop in to the Pro Shop for more details. Pre-registration required. Don’t miss the most enjoyable social event of the season or the great Tournament play leading up to it!
Tennis 2016 at Lake Naomi As the summer tennis season approaches here at Lake Naomi, please consider participating in one or more of the many activities being offered by our teaching staff and our tennis committee. Whether you are the competitive or social player, there are adult and junior tournaments, Women’s team tennis, and weekday and weekend social round robins waiting for you. Once again, our teaching staff will consist of Ruth and Pete Hessert (Elite USPTA certified professionals) Jordan Lawson (his fourth and last season), Zoey Djuric (her last season), Robin Hochguertel (Asst. Women’s Coach at Univ. of Tampa), Ben Gendron (Asst. Men’s Coach at Univ. of Northern Colorado),and Madeline Shaak (rising senior at Westchester University and first season at Lake Naomi). We are all available for private and group lessons and of course will continue the popular cardio classes and junior instructional programs throughout the summer. Zack Rotz will be handling the administrative duties for the teaching staff and can be reached at 570-643-5489 (tennis office). Wimbledon Contest: Predict the finalists and scores of the Gentl tlemen’s Singles and Women’s Singles of the 2016 Wimbledon C Championships. I will have an entry form available the first weeken end. Try your luck and win a nice prize from Richard. First Tip Of The Summer: If this past Memorial Day Weekend is any indication, we might hhave a very warm summer. Therefore, drink lots of water before, during, and after playing. Always have an energy bar or a banana du at courtside with you. On behalf of all the teaching pros, I wish everyone an enjoyable summer and hope that you will take advantage of all that is availsu able for you and your family at our world class tennis facility. ab We thank W h k you ffor your continued support. See everyone soon. Richard McKee
Racquets on the Rocks Back by popular demand for the 2016 summer tennis season is Racquets on the Rocks, a fun social round robin that will kick off the Fourth of July holiday weekend! Join us at Timber Trails Tennis on Friday evening, July 1st from 5:00-7:00 PM for mixed-up mixed doubles play followed by hors-d’oeuvres and refreshments including one adult beverage. Cash bar service from Timber Trails Clubhouse will be available if desired. Cost for Gold Members is $11, Silver Members is $16, and $19 for Guests. Non-players are welcome to attend at a cost of $10. Pre-registration is required by contacting the Lake Naomi Tennis Pro Shop by phone at 570-646-7580, by email at tennis@lakenaomiclub.com, or by stopping into the shop (pre-season hours: Saturdays and Sundays from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM through June 19th, or daily from 8 AM to 7 PM beginning June 25th). We will be repeating this event on September 2nd (Labor Day weekend), so save the date!
Ladies Team Tennis Registration is open for 2016 Ladies Team Tennis. Players of ALL abilities are invited to join for five weeks of great, competitive, team doubles play. Teams will play at 9:30 AM on Fridays: July 8, 15, 22, 29 and August 5 (rain date August 12). Team members must be available to play on at least three of the scheduled dates. Ladies who wish to participate but are unable to commit to three dates are encouraged to play as substitutes. A luncheon will be held at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse on Friday August 12th to celebrate the season and toast the winning Team. Register online anytime or in the Pro Shop during operating hours. Deadline is Saturday July 2nd, 5 PM.
Tennis Dress Code
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Attire is to be approved tennis apparel & footwear only, as determined by the Lake Naomi Club. Only sneakers with smooth soles that will not cause damage to the court surface may be worn. Men and boys MUST wear collared shirts. Sweaters & sweatshirts without distracting patterns are permitted. ABSOLUTELY NONE of the following will be permitted: cut-off shorts, jeans, cargo shorts, boxer shorts, non-athletic shorts or pants, tops exposing the bare midriff or T-shirts. Dress Code applies to both Lake Naomi and Timber Trails Tennis and is required for all activities including clinics and lessons. In the event of questionable attire, the decision of the Management will be final. We thank you in advance for your cooperation. All Members (including Junior players) utilizing the Lake Naomi and Timber Trails Tennis courts MUST adhere to dress code at ALL times.
NRPT Sailing Not Ready for Prime Time Sailing is a great opportunity for sailors to get involved in organized sailing. Those not quite ready or comfortable getting involved in racing in the Series Races have another option to get out on the water and round the marks. Safety Boat Operators and the Race Committee Volunteers are involved in helping less experienced sailors make their way around the course by providing pointers and help along the way. These races take place after the series races on Saturday at roughly 2:30 PM. To participate simply identify yourself and your intention to sail with the Tiki Crew or the Sailing Office. The Sailing Program has boats available for use in the races, by contacting the Sailing Office in advance. NRPT Races will be held on the following Saturdays: July 9, 16, 23, 30 and August 6. Your fellow sailing Members are happy to help get you sailing and lead the way during this time set aside for the novice sailors. Please take advantage of this great way to learn a great sport!
Paddle Board Safety As Standup Paddle Boarding, continues to grow in popularity here on our lakes please be aware of these important reminders. Paddle boards are treated like boats in Pennsylvania and all the same rules apply and will be enforced by the Fish and Game Commission as well as LNC Safety Boat Operators and Lifeguards. - Paddleboards must be registered by the Club and be stickered as such. Paddleboards must be kept neatly on racks and not tied to trees or intrude on other Member rack spaces. - Children under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult and MUST WEAR a US Coastguard approved PFD (personal flotation device) with a whistle attached that can be heard for at least ½ mile. - All boaters must wear their PFD when the yellow rectangular flag is flown by the Club Beach flag pole indicating PFD required at this time. - DO NOT DIVE AND JUMP FROM ANY WATERCRAFT. These are very shallow lakes with many hidden rocks and stumps which can cause serious injury. - Swimming from watercraft is discouraged. All swimmers outside swim areas MUST be closely accompanied by an attending boat. Swimmers are hard to see by boaters and often can’t be seen by sailors which can cause accidents and injury if too far from their watercraft. - Boating in stormy weather is extremely dangerous. Bring your watercraft to shore hore at first signs of threatening clouds, increased winds and storms… do not wait to hear thunder. under. Thank you for your concern for keeping the boating Membership safe and your compliance with these simple to follow rules of the water.
Read All About It… The Eleventh Edition of the Tennis Activities Guide (TAG) is available in the T Tennis i Pro Shop. The TAG is also available online under the Tennis tab of What’s Happening or can be emailed directly to your Inbox to help reduce paper usage! The TAG lists all details of Weekly Round Robins, Special Events, and Tournaments that the Club plans under the direction of the Tennis Committee. Members are encouraged to continue to make suggestions regarding events by placing comments in the Comment Box next to the Tennis Committee’s bulletin board outside the LN Tennis Center Pro Shop. Offer your ideas to your fellow Members who can help make your tennis facilities the best they can be.
Community Center Guest Fees All Members must have their 2016 membership badges at all times while using Club amenities. The intent of the membership and guest policies are to provide fair and equitable use of the Club facilities to all rightful Members and their guests. Members are required to accompany and introduce their guest when using the facilities. Please refer to your Leisure Service Guide for further details. The guest fee for adults (18 and over) remains at $10.00. The guest fee for adults (18 and over) arriving at the Community Center after 6:00 PM (or 4 hours before closing time) will be $5.00. The guest fee for youth (between the ages of 4 and 17) will be $5.00 at all times. There is never a guest fee for children 3 and under. If a guest fee is paid at the Lake Naomi or Timber Trails Pool and then the guest desires to move to the Community Center on the same day, only the difference equal to the Community Center Guest Fee must be paid.
Open Water Swimming Weekly open swimming is planned for Saturdays at Club Beach this summer on: June 25, July 9, 16, 23, July 30 and August 6. Seasoned swimmers, multi-sport enthusiasts or those training for triathlons are invited to “open-water swim”. Meet at Club Beach to check in at 8:50 AM for the one hour swim from 9:00A 10:00 AM, weather permitting. There 10 is a $2 fee per swimmer for the additional safety boat that will be dedicatti ed just to these swimmers. A course will be marked with buoys to help w swimmers navigate as well as making sw other boaters aware of your intended ot path. Swimmers must wear a brightly pa colored swim cap for the purpose of co keeping themselves visible to boaters. kee Swim caps will be available for purchase in the Sailing Office.
Tennis Reminders A few reminders to help you to be prepared to enjoy Lake Naomi - Timber Trails Tennis: June 25th - summer season begins and reservations for play at LN Tennis, TT Tennis, and the Recreation Courts may be made 48 hours in advance by calling the Lake Naomi Tennis Pro Shop. Calls will be answered beginning at 8 AM daily. Members must bring their badges to all tennis facilities and must check-in prior to play. Court fees, round robin fees, and guest fees must be made fe pprior to play. All Members with gguests must register their guests in the Pro Shop; no individual may th bbe a guest at the Tennis Club more than ten times during the Memberth ship year. Children are encouraged to come out to play and watch tennis, but children under the age of 10 may not be left unattended at the Tennis Clubs.
Beach Reminders
When visiting any of the seven beaches, Members & Guests are reminded they must carry their Membership badges to assist in ensuring that only Club Members and their Guests are utilizing Club facilities. Members must present badges to Lifeguards upon arrival and to Lifeguards and Rangers as they routinely check beaches for Membership badges. Also, please remember the NON-SMOKING and NO GLASS and NO PET policies for all Club beaches. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. 9
Tin Cup Tribune Junior Golf Programs Timber Trails U.S. Kids Golf Camp This camp is for players of all skill levels. The juniors will be broken down into age groups and be introduced to the U.S. Kids Golf curriculum. We will focus on variable learning with games, teamwork and most importantly oncourse experience. The students will be given a booklet with an achievement checklist which is encouraged to be completed with the parent. The price is $110 per student which will include 6hrs of instruction, achievement booklet, and achievement awards. Age groups are Each camp will be limited to 12 kids. The schedule is as follows: Camp #1 6-8 years of age--July 13th, July 20th, July 21st at 4:00-6:00 PM Camp #2 9-10 years of age--July 27th, July 28th, August 3rd at 4:00-6:00 PM Camp #3 11-13 years of age--Aug.4th, Aug. 10th, Aug. 11th at 4:00 - 6:00 PM Timber Trails Junior League The league will be held on Mondays starting at 4:00 PM with a 30-minute practice/clinic before every match. Matches will be a Ryder Cup format where the points carry over from week to week ultimately ending in a two team championship to cap off the season. The season will run for 5 weeks from July 11th to August 8th. The price per participant will be $150.00 which covers the half-hour instruction before play as well as greens fees for the duration of the league. So come on out and have a good time competing, making memories and new friends along the way. Please call the golf shop at 570646-9060 if you have any questions and to sign-up.
Golf Course Evacuation As we all know, summer storms can blow up on us in a hurry when we are on the golf course. To help keep everyone safe and dry the golf pro shop will sound an air horn to advise golfers of inclement weather. The staff will blow three long blasts with the air horn as an advisory to leave the course due to incoming bad weather. This includes rain, thunder, lightning and high winds. On Tee Box #6 is a Lightning-Rain Shelter for your safety if you get caught in a storm 10
The golf course is in great shape and we are geared up for summer. The tournament schedule is set, the golf shop is fully stocked with new equipment and clothing, as well as having great new programming. Come out to Timber Trails and enjoy the atmosphere.
A new take for an on-course clinic! We have a new developmental program geared toward ladies who want to learn to play. Every Tuesday at 4:00 PM we will be holding a 3-hole prep league. The goal is to allow each player to get on course experience and instruction to increase confidence and get you comfortable on the golf course. Ladies who participate in this league will also have the option on every 3rd week to play in our regular ladies league which takes place Thursdays at 9:00 AM. Tim Wagner and his staff will be roaming from group to group giving individual instruction, etiquette lessons, and reviewing rules situations. The cost is $25.00 per student each week; Please call the golf shop by Monday evenings to sign up 570-646-9060.
The golf simulator is up and running. The machine is very easy to use and our staff is fully versed to help with any questions you may have. It’s a great way to get fit for clubs, practice on a rainy day and play virtual golf. Upcoming events: •Margaritaville Sunday, June 26th at 1:00 PM •Couples Golf Sunday, July 10th at 3:00 PM •Timber Trails Cup starts July 8th runs through summer •Grandparent Child Sunday, July 17th at 3:00 PM
LN-TT Breast Cancer Rally Update L We are getting closer to our Lake Naomi-Timber Trails Breast C Cancer Rally with a fantastic line up of events that make up the rally. Many thanks to everyone who joined us for our first event on June M 22nd at the Jubilee. It was wonderful to see so many members and friends gather on the patio for the Rally. We are just getting started! fr July is just around the corner, bringing a busy week for us! Ju Registration is now open for the 5K. We want to encourage as many families as we can to join this 3.1 mile walk/run on Saturday, m July 16, 2016. This event is open to everyone: men, women and Ju children. As in years past, the Breast Cancer Rally 5K will be held ch att Pi Pinecrestt L Lake Golf k G lf & Country Club. This beautiful venue also plays host to our Men’s Golf Tournament on Wednesday, July 20th. Last year’s inaugural event was a fantastic success; registration is now open! Also back for its second year is the Rally’s Bridge Tournament. Seasoned players and beginners are welcome to sign up for the Tuesday, July 19th event. Please contact Contact Kathy Manzella at kmanzell@epix.net or visit www. breastcancerrally.org for details. The very popular Women’s Tennis Tournament will be held on Wednesday, July 20th and the Rally Ladies’ Golf Tournament is scheduled for Thursday, July 21st. The week culminates with our Banquet Dinner on Thursday, July 21st. This year’s dinner at Lake Naomi Clubhouse will feature raffles and a wonderful speaker, Joyce Saltman. Dr. Saltman’s “Rx for Survival” offers a poignant, humorous, necessary approach to all facets of life. Reservations for these events can be made online or at the Administration Office. The online form can be found in the Member’s Section of www. LakeNaomiClub.com under Online Sign-Up. Remember that all the money raised in these events stays here to help women in the Pocono region in their fight with breast cancer. To register for many events, learn more, or sponsor the Rally, please visit www.breastcancerrally.org Finally, we are encouraging sponsorship in the "Pink Pages" section of the sponsor book. We also have many openings for people to dedicate and sponsor holes, courts, and water stations. Please contact Eileen Chimerine at Eileenpt@aol.com for more information. As always we are appreciative of helpers. If you are interested in helping us with this very worthy cause, please don't hesitate to contact us. We value your time, talent, or treasure. Thank you in advance for your support. By supporting us, you are helping local women who are literally fighting for their lives. Laura Bacon lbacon50@gmail.com Nancy Mills nancym9614@aol.com
26th Annual Bass Tournament The Lakes Committee invites you to come out and fish in the Annual Bass Tournament being held Sunday, July 3rd. Members may fish and log their catch between 6:00 AM and Noon on Lake Naomi only. Log your fish caught according to the guidelines outlined on the front of the page on the Fish Caught Form. The Fish Caught Form can be picked up at the Community Center or the Administrative Office. The forms can also be downloaded from www.LakeNaomiClub.com. The form is located in the Members Section under What’s Happening. Log sheets must be turned into the Lakes Committee Members at the Park at Club Beach before 12:30 PM to be included in the final results. First, second and third place will be awarded for the categories of largest bass and most bass caught in both the Adult and Youth divisions. Participants wishing to be considered for the Longest Bass Category (1st, 2nd, 3rd place), must photograph each fish with a tape measure next to it to determine length of fish and show proof when forms are submitted. Participants are invited to take part in a cook out from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM followed by the Awards Presentation at the Park at Club Beach at 1:30 PM. The Picnic Lunch is $5.00 for Youth and $10.00 for adults. The Tournament is open to all Club Members but you must pre-register. To register, simply fill out the bottom portion of the Fish Caught form and return it to the Community Center by Saturday, July 2nd at 12:00 Noon. You will keep the top portion of the form to use the Catch Log on the back of the registration form during the tournament. Please remember, ALL Bass caught must be live released. ALL Members must display their current Membership Badge and Members 16 years of age and older must also display their 2016 Pennsylvania Fishing License. This is an exciting day for the sport of fishing at Lake Naomi-Timber Trails. Don’t miss this opportunity to fish all morning and share the stories all afternoon!
Kid’s Fishing Clinic and Fishing Derby K The Clinic and Derby will be held on Saturday, July 9th. Young M Members and their parents are invited to Trout Pond from 9:00 AM to 111:00 AM to help with a fish stocking and then learn about this great li lifetime sport. Stations will be set up to help small groups and kids learn about casting, bait, lures and the proper handling along with le live release of fish. Prizes will be awarded to the top three places of li the most fish caught and the largth est fish caught. Lake Committee es Members will be conducting the M Clinic and Derby and look forC your questions and assisting with ward to answering yo w this family fun morning. No pre-registration is required. Members should just come out, check in upon arrival and be a part of the fun.
Lake Naomi Club Big on Recycling Please keep an eye out for the enhanced recycling systems ems being placed at all Club amenities and functions. The recycling containers will be placed at Club buildings along with pools and beaches. They are labeled to segregate plastics, aluminum, paper and regular trash. The Club’s trash collection vendor utilizes a commingled recycling collection program whereby many types of recycling items can be placed in a single container and are then sorted respectively at the recycling plant. Recycling is good for the environment, human health and the economy. The recyclables that you place in your curbside bin or Club recycling container begin a ripple effect of benefits. To start with, recyclables have value. By turning waste into valuable raw materials, recycling creates jobs, builds more competitive manufacturing and adds significantly to the nation’s economy. Recycling also promotes the sustainable use of our natural resources, saves energy, reduces pollution and contributes to many other health and environmental benefits. Below are items that are being collected under the Club’s curbside recycling program: Plastic Containers: Recycle #1 - #7 plastics only (mostly beverage and detergent containers). These numbers are listed on the bottom of the container. Please rinse. Metal: Tin, aluminum cans, empty paint cans. Please rinse. Glass: Jars and bottles. Newspaper and Mixed Paper: Newspaper, magazines, mail (junk and personal), phone books, food boxes (remove plastic liner), computer paper, flyers, wrapping paper (no foil or plastic wrap), soda and beer cartons (no food soiled-soiled paper, Please!) REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE!
Kid’s Fishing Lessons The Lakes Committee will provide fishing lessons to our young Members. Many Members who never had the opportunity to learn how to fish have been asking for fishing lessons for their children ages 5-13. The first class will be Thursday, June 30th and offered every Thursday from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM during July and August. This is a perfect opportunity to introduce the great sport of fishing to your children. Sign-up for these classes will be at the Community Center and it is limited to five children per class. They will learn the technique of baiting a hook, reeling in a fish and the proper way oper w ay y to re rrelease leasse the fish without harm. m.
Vandalism The Lake Naomi - Timber Trails Community has been very fortunate over the years in that it has experienced a very minimal amount of vandalism and theft both to Community Property and to the property of Club Members. However, any amount of vandalism and theft is unacceptable at Lake Naomi-Timber Trails. L To further deter vandalism and theft in the Lake Naomi and Timber Trails Community, the Lake Naomi Club is pprepared to pay a reward of up to two tthousand five hundred dollars ($2,500) for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of any individual invvolved in vandalizing or burglarizing community property and/or the property of any homeowner. Anyone with information on the above is asked to contact Chief Ranger John Lamberton or the Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department. It is also important to note that it is the policy of the Lake Naomi Club to prosecute to the full extent of the law any individual involved in vandalizing or burglarizing Community Property. There are no exceptions. In the event the individual is also a Club Member, it is the policy of the Lake Naomi Club to withdraw the Membership of that person for an indefinite period of time. You can help. If you see someone vandalizing Community Property or the property of a homeowner, please call 911 immediately to report this unlawful activity. 11
Meet Me at the Lodge Sunday Newspaper Pickup is BACK! After some bumps in the road we are pleased to announce that the Sunday Newspaper Pickup Service is back at the Mountaintop Lodge for Summer 2016. Simply call or stop by the Administration Office by June 24th to reserve your copy of the New York Times, Sunday Star Ledger, New York Daily News, New York Post, Allentown Morning Call, Scranton Times Tribune or Pocono Record. Pre-payment is required but this will ensure your paper is set aside each Sunday from June 26th through September 4th. Join us on Monday nights for Movie on the Lawn. Once again we’ll be putting up the big inflatable screen and inviting you to bring blankets, lawn chairs and bug spray for some movie viewing under the stars. Over the course of the season, we’ll have something for everyone…Classics, Horror, Musicals, Sports, Drama and Comedies. Watch the Weekly Flyer to see Upcoming Features. Tasty pastries are filling the case and tables in the Coffee and Pastry Shop. Our pastry chef, Melanie, has been hard at work creating new, delicious desserts. In honor of our newly named mascot, Baxter the Bear, one of her feature items is a Bear Flop Cookie. This large chocolate cookie is filled with a creamy coconut concoction and topped with a chocolate drizzle. There are also Lemon Meringue pies, S’mores Bars, Peanut Butter White Chocolate Tarts, and Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Cups. Y You’ll k C ’ll ddefi finitely want to make some time to come and enjoy a treat while sitting on the front porch.
Guidelines for Walking Paths
As we head into the busy summer season and have many more Members and their guests using our walking paths, please do your part to avoid congestion and potentially hazardous situations. Regardless of whether you are bicycling, walking, or jogging, if you follow the same set of rules as everyone else, your trip will be safer and more enjoyable. Help make the trails in Lake Naomi and Timber Trails safe for everyone by using the following guidelines:
Be Courteous. All trail users, including bicyclists, joggers, walkers and wheelchairs, should be respectful of other users regardless of their mode, speed or level of skill. Be Predictable. Travel in a consistent and predictable manner. Always look behind before changing positions on the trail. Don't Block The Trail. When in a group or with your pets, use no more than half the trail so as not to block the flow of other users. Keep Right. Stay as near to the right side of the trail as is safe, except when passing another user. Pass On The Left. Pass others, going your direction, on their left. YIELD TO SLOWER AND ON-COMING TRAFFIC. Use hand signals to alert those behind you of your moves. Look ahead and back to make sure the lane is clear before you pull out and pass. Pass with ample separation and do not move back to the right until safely past. REMEMBER: KIDS AND PETS CAN BE UNPREDICTABLE. Stopping. When stopping, move off of the trail. Beware of others approaching you from behind and make sure they know you are pulling over. Give Audible Warning BEFORE Passing. Give a clear signal by using voice, bell or horn before passing. Give the person you are passing time to respond. Watch for their reaction. So that you can hear these signals, don't wear headphones on the trail. Obey All Signs. Use extra caution where trails cross streets. Stop at all signs and intersections and be cautious when crossing driveways. When entering or crossing a trail yield to traffic on the trail. Use Lights At Night. Be equipped with lights when using a trail at any time from dusk to dawn. Bicyclists should have a white light visible from five- hundred feet to the front and a red or amber light visible from five-hundred feet to the rear. Other trail users should have white lights visible from two-hundred fifty feet to the front, and a red or amber light visible from two-hundred fifty feet to the rear. Don't Use A Trail Under The Influence Of Alcohol Or Drugs. Don't overestimate the safety of any trail. You may need all of your reflexes quickly -- don't have them impaired. Clean Up Litter. Do not leave glass, paper, cans, plastic, or any other debris on or near a trail. If you drop something, please remove it immediately. Always Exercise Due Care And Caution.
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Lake Naomi Club Q & A I hear that the Mountaintop Lodge (MTL) is losing money, is this true? The answer is no. The Lodge has never lost money since we have owned it. The purchase and renovation of the Lodge added about $64,000 a year debt service to the Capital Improvement Loan. The average annual cash flow for the past 3 years was $71,000 or $7,000 more than debt service. The 2016 budgeted cash flow is $94,000. These cash flows are less than was originally anticipated. We have had challenges an in making the pastry shop profitable bbecause of initially high payroll and waste. We have taken steps to corw rect these problems, but we still anre ticipate a loss from the pastry shop ti in 2016. On the other hand, the lodgiing portion of total cash flow has been excellent and is able to cover the pastry shop losses. Any cash flow in excess of debt service is used to fund Lodge reserves for capital replacements and enhancements. The Strategic Financial Plan has been amended to account for the Lodge’s revised contribution to debt service. The Lodge Task Force and Management continue to look for ways to balance the profitability of the Lodge and the service to our Members, operating with sound business practices. Why are Golf Maintenance and the Club Contractors permitted to mow grass before and after the “contractor hours” set by the Club and the Associations? The Club amenities are not subject to the residential deed restrictions and thus the architectural regulations. It is a case of something that benefits Club Members in mass versus a project that benefits a single Club/Community Member. Thus the Club is not subject to the contractor hour limitations. Otherwise the Club would not be able to service the various facilities and have the facilities ready y for Member use. I have seen motor boats on Lake Naomi. I thought they weren’t N ppermitted? e The Club owns four Boston T Whaler Patrol Boats. At the W height of the boating season, a he maximum of three of the Safety m Boats are in use. These are the B only gasoline powered motor on boats permitted on Lake Naomi. bo