Lake Currents April 9, 2021

The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 18, No. 23

540.972.2237

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From the Desk of the Fire Chief

by Mike Cianci, Fire Chief, Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company

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April 9, 2021

LOWA Regulations Regarding Fire Pits

by Matilde Barone, Covenants Inspector

With the recent spate of structure fires within Lake of the Woods, LOWA knows that our members are concerned about how they can protect their homes, families, pets, and neighbors. With that in mind, we have collaborated with LOW Fire & Rescue to include an article, and we would like to remind our members about our regulations pertaining to fire pits and outdoor aesthetic features.

Our regulations are as follows:

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XVI. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL AND CONSTRUCTION PROCEDURES Photo provided.

Recently, our community has been impacted by fire. While these are unusual occurrences in our community, as a member of the fire service, I understand firsthand that when fire strikes, lives are suddenly turned upside down.

We can take some steps to mitigate the impact of wind-blown embers igniting dry vegetation andthreatening homes.

If you plan on having a recreational fire, please:  Check your local rules, regulations and ordinances related to outdoor fires!  Keep the size no larger than three feet in diameter and two feet high, and

confined to a permanent outdoor fire ring, a portable outdoor fireplace, or a commercially designed chiminea.  Residents are also required to install a screen to prevent embers from escaping  Have a garden hose, fire extinguisher, or five-gallon bucket of water nearby.

Place fire pits, outdoor fireplace, outdoor heating lamps, or chimineas clear from low hanging branches or the overhang (eaves) of a house, or other structures.

It is important to remember that embers blowing from a backyard fire pose the same threat to yourhome as embers from a wildfire. To help mitigate, you should take some actions, such as:  Cleaning out gutters of seasonal debris,  Clearing away leaves and needles in the 0-5 foot “immediate zone” around the house,  Moving any flammable material away from wall exteriors, like mulch, flammable plants, firewood piles, and  Removing anything flammable stored underneath decks or porches.

Most of all, safely enjoy your patio and help us keep blowing embers that come from any source fromthreatening our homes this season.

We know that this is an exceedingly difficult time for our community. It is our goal to not only help community members during an emergency but to also help community residents recognize and mitigateincidents and emergencies such as a home fire. A fire will change your life in many ways.

Proudly serving our community since August 23, 1971

President's Letter 2 Agenda 2 Association News 2-7 Board Minutes 3 General Manager's Column 3 Calendar 7, 10 Viewpoints 14 Orange County 17 Classifieds 18-19

LOWA Loyalty Points and Sweeps Expire on April 30 Assessment Statements have been mailed Assessment Due May 1 Wednesday, April 21 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 2 PM, Community Center, Zoom

D.5.n All fire pits which are to be installed on any LOWA lot must be approved by the ECC. Design, location, and type of materials must be included with the ECC application. Fire pits must be located behind the home, observe a twenty-five (25) foot setback from the rear property line, and be located within the side planes of the house. The fire pit must be surrounded on the outside, above ground, by a noncombustible material. The fire pit must not exceed five (5) feet in diameter including the outer wall surrounding the pit, must not exceed twentyfour (24) inches in height above ground, and must have a one fourth (1/4) inch opening grate for the pit when in use. Use of cooking grills, portable or tabletop fire pits and/or chimineas are not included in the above restrictions. (3/2021) G.3.d Open burning, including but not limited to the burning of lumber, pallets, scrap wood, leaves, yard waste, garbage, and similar items, as well as warming fires, is prohibited (5/2015) K.9. Outdoor Aesthetic Features: (3/2021) a. Outdoor Aesthetic Features must conform to LOWA setback requirements.

This includes anything built or constructed, permanent or temporary, unless otherwise approved or required by the ECC to be placed outside the prescribed setbacks. (3/2021) b. Outdoor Aesthetic Features include pergolas, trellises, canopies, arbors, archways, fireplaces, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, seating walls etc. All outdoor aesthetic features which are to be installed on any LOWA lot must be approved by the ECC. (See also Section I. Approval Process) (3/2021) c.4 Fireplaces and fire pits: design, location, and type of materials must be included with the ECC application. Fireplaces and fire pits must be located behind the home and must be located within the side planes of the house.

The fireplace or fire pit must be surrounded on the outside, above ground, by a non-combustible material, and must not exceed six (6) feet in height.

LOWA Website Links TEKControl (Visitor Management) LOWA.ORG/TEKCONTROL Vote in the ECC Referendum www.LOWA.org/ECCReferendum support@vote-now.com https://vtnw.com/go/LOWAResend/

LOWA Phase 3 Coronavirus Information www.LOWA.org/CoronavirusPrevention

Association News

President’s Letter

by Jennifer Zukowski

When you drive around Lake of the Woods, one of the things you will notice is that the homes reflect the fact that LOWA has economic diversity. Our members range from those who have difficulty paying their assessments to those who pay assessments for three lots with no problem. In my opinion, diversity of any sort is a blessing.

We are not different from the rest of our country and we face many of the same challenges. One of the biggest challenges for the Board of Directors is keeping assessments from being too high while maintaining the common areas, including infrastructure such as roads, grounds, and buildings.

The Finance Department, under Finance Director Charlie Maneval, wants to make paying the annual assessment affordable for everyone, and his team is more than happy to work out an individual payment plan that works for every member. Please feel free to reach out to the Finance Department if you have need of an individual payment plan.

Our Covenants and Articles of Incorporation were written over 50 years ago and established that the annual assessment be equal for all members. By doing so, our governing documents guarantee all members have equal rights, regardless of any kind of diversity, economic or otherwise. That is a good thing.

Vote in Favor of Both Referendum Questions

Lake Currents April 9, 2021

by Cliff Wilks, Board Member

Directors have an individual and collective duty to act and make decisions in the best interests of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc., and in accordance with our governing documents and applicable Virginia law.

In addition, the Board, through the General Manager, is to establish and supervise the carrying out of policies which will further and promote the community welfare and property owners. When anyone purchases property and becomes a part of this community, they have an obligation to maintain their property and follow the Covenants, Bylaws, and Regulations.

When they do not, the community traditionally had the ability to charge members who will not maintain their property and follow the governing documents. The traditional methods for urging violators into compliance were rendered largely unusable by a judicial decision named Shadowood.

It was for that reason that the referendum was launched. In addition, the referendum will give members a right of appeal that did not exist.

Since June of 2019 and despite the current pandemic, the Board has been awaiting the Membership to cast their ballots in the referendum. Roughly 2,000 plus have done so; of that amount roughly 70 to 80 percent have voted in favor of both questions. Those ballots are encouraging and show that the Board’s message is being heard. Those Members realize that without passing the referendum, neither the Board nor the General Manager will be able to efficiently and effectively carry out policies that promote the community welfare and property owners without incurring potentially large legal fees - fees which every Member will pay for through assessment increases.

If you care about this community and have not cast your ballot in the referendum, please do so. The only votes that count are the ones that are cast.

In addition to the ability to cast your vote electronically, there is now a ballot box at the Holcomb Building where you can deposit your proxy ballot. If you have any questions, please call, or contact, any Director of the Board at Board@LOWA.org.

Confirm your vote or request an e-ballot!

Call 833-200-0602 or Visit https://vtnw.com/go/LOWAresend/

Board of Directors, LOWA, Inc.

Send email to the Board at: Board@LOWA.org President: Jennifer Zukowski Vice Pres.: Pete Brown Treasurer: Walt Diercks Secretary: Teri Vickery Directors: Heidi Brown

Carl Clawson Clifton Wilks

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General Manager:

Phillip Rodenberg (prodenberg@LOWA.org)

Director of Facilities: James "Bobby" Jones (jjones@LOWA.org)

Director of Finance:

Charlie Maneval (cmaneval@LOWA.org)

Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.

Regular Board of Directors Meeting Agenda (Tentative) April 21, 2021 2 PM, Community Center 1 PM CALL TO ORDER 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION 2 PM 2. OPEN SESSION 2.1 Pledge of Allegiance 2.2 Meeting Notice and Quorum Confirmation 2.3 Approval of Agenda 2.4 Approval of Minutes: April 3, 2021 3. MEMBER COMMENTS ON UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEMS AND MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS 4. PRESENTATIONS 4.1 Lakes Management Implementation Plan Semi-Annual Report – Nick Blankenship, Environmental Resources Manager 5. REPORTS 5.1 Officer Reports A. Executive Session Actions B. Committee Changes C. Referendum Update 5.2 General Manager Report A. Coronavirus and LOWA Community Activities and Business Operations B. March Financials C. Full Time Leaf Removal Crew 5.3 Committee Liaison Reports A. Golf Committee – Golf Business Plan 5.4 Committee Reports A. Golf Committee – Bill Halpin, Chair 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Adopting a Resolution Regarding Amendments to Regulation V.H, Use of Individually Owned Property, Regarding Political Signs, Flags, and Banners (Resolution 2021-5) (Tabled from April 3) 6.2 Consideration of Adopting a Resolution Regarding a Schedule of Charges for Violation Letters (Resolution 2021-8) 6.3 Consideration of Adopting a Resolution Regarding Amendments to Regulation X, Use of Lakes, Regarding Rearview Mirrors and the 10:00 am Start Time for High Traffic Time (Resolution 2021-9) 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Consideration of Sending to the Rules Committee and LOWA Attorney Proposed Amendments to LOWA Regulation V.D, Use of Individually Owned Property, Regarding Pickup and Storage of Trash and Recycling Containers 7.2 Discussion of Amending Tenant Fee Regulations 7.3 Discussion of Employee Manual Updates 7.4 Consideration of Suspending Regulation I.K, General and Amending Regulation XVI, Environmental Control Procedures, in Subsection D.5.c, to Change the Word Nominal to Minimal 7.5 Consideration of Entering Lots for Maintenance 8. DIRECTOR COMMENTS 9. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Saturday, May 1, 2021, Community Center. 9 AM Executive Session, 10 AM Open Session.

• Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, May 19, 2021, Community Center, 1 PM Executive Session, 2 PM Open Session.

10. ADJOURNMENT Join Zoom Meeting: Log-in to LOWA.org, go to BoardAgendas, click on Zoom link. The Governor’s Stay At Home Order precludes Members from physically attending BOD Meetings. Instead, Members may either send comments ahead of time to Board@LOWA.Org, or attend the virtual meeting via Zoom.

Members of record may record any portion of this meeting so long as (1) you first notify the President for an announcement before you begin and (2) you do not interfere with other members or the official recording. (See Administrative Regulation 2016-4.) The Board reserves the right to remove, add and/or relocate agenda items, as necessary.

Editorial Staff President of the Board General Manager Communications Manager: Carolyn Brodeur (cbrodeur@LOWA.org) Communications Assistant: Lisa Naghshineh (lakecurrents@LOWA.org) Copy Editor Dan McFarland (dmcfarland@LOWA.org) Graphics/Layout: Chris Porter (cporter@LOWA.org) LOWA Communications Department: 540-972-2278

Lake Currents The official newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. (USPS 872-400) is published bi-weekly for its membership. Nonmembers $20 per year (25 issues). Periodical postage rate paid at Spotsylvania, VA 22553. Visit our web site at: LOWA.org. ITEMS FOR PUBLICATION in the newsletter must be received in the Association office by noon on the Monday after publication for the next publication or by the preceding Friday if Monday is a holiday. All advertising and articles need to be submitted via email to lakecurrents@LOWA.org. The views expressed in guest articles and paid advertisements represent the opinions of authors and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Call the communications office at 540-9722278 for details about classified and display advertisements which must be prepaid (unless other arrangements are made). POSTMASTER: Send address changes to LOWA, Inc., 102 Lakeview Pkwy, Locust Grove, VA 22508

Fire Prevention, Pool Openings, and Wake Surfing Updates

Regular Board of Directors Meeting April 3, 2021, Unapproved Minutes 9:00 a.m., Community Center

by Phil Rodenberg, General Manager, ® CMCA, ® AMS, ® PCAM

Note: These minutes are provided to members for review

Present Others Jennifer Zukowski, President Phil Rodenberg, General Manager Phillip Brown, Vice President Linda Brooks, Recorder (from 10:00 a.m.)

Walter Diercks, Treasurer Teri Vickery, Secretary Clifton Wilks Carl Clawson Heidi Brown Call to Order 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Vickery, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session at 9:04 a.m. for the purpose of discussing and considering contracts.

Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 9:57 a.m.

3. Member Comments on Business Agenda and General Member Comments A member of the Lakes Committee offered comments on how to define reckless boating and precautions to consider for enforcement.

4. REPORTS 4.1 Report from Orange County Board of Supervisors Supervisor Lee Frame reported that a rezoning request for Wilderness Crossing will be addressed immediately. A Town Hall type meeting will be scheduled for June to inform residents on the details, with a Public Hearing in July/August.

Fiberoptic cable is being installed in Orange County with 45 miles of cable completed already. A public hearing on subscriber rates is scheduled for April 5, and details on rate categories and costs can be found at www. fiberlync.net.

The new tax rates for FY2022 have been published on the Orange County website. There will be a public hearing on April 13 for resident comment.

The only change is an increase in the tax rate for mobile homes, which was inadvertently omitted last year.

Lake Currents April 9, 2021

2. OPEN SESSION Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, to enter into Open Session at 10:07 a.m. and to affirm that the Board met earlier today in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing and considering contracts; and that the Board also met on March 26, 2021 in Executive Session for the purpose of consulting with legal counsel.

2.1 Pledge of Allegiance 2.2 Confirmation of Quorum and Meeting Notice Secretary Vickery confirmed that a quorum is present and proper notice made to all members of record.

2.3 Approval of Agenda Motion by P. Brown, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the Agenda.

2.4 Approval of Minutes of the March 17, 2021 Regular Board meeting.

Motion by Vickery, passed unanimously, to approve the minutes of the March 17, 2021 Regular Board meeting.

Three devastating house fires within days of each other is a wakeup call to all of us to take steps to prevent loss of life and property to fires. It is scary to think how easily a fire can spread house to house in our wooded neighborhood. LOWA is fortunate to have the LOW Fire & Rescue Company right here in the community. LOWA supports the company with a monetary donation of $42,000 each year, and I encourage each of you to support LOW Fire & Rescue as well. With warm weather upon us, now is the time to take on those yard and house spring cleaning projects to prevent the spread of fire. Please see the front-page articles on fire prevention, including the use of fire pits.

Pools Opening: We plan to open the Clubhouse and Sweetbriar Pools on time this summer. Our pool management company is already on site making initial preparations. The first pool day is Saturday, May 29. We anticipate the Governor will announce some level of COVID-19 restrictions. By the end of last summer, we were operating both pools with a 75-person capacity. We want to see higher limits than 75 persons. We plan to allow guests from day one. We encourage members to get their photo IDs from Member Services in the next few weeks.

Wake Surfing & Wake Boarding. After months of discussion, the Board of Directors is preparing to consider final approval on April 21 of new Lakes regulations for wake surfing and wake boarding to help mitigate wave damage to shorelines and interference with other boating activities.

We believe there are approximately 30 boats in our community that use artificial wake-enhancement devices such as ballast, wedges, or gates, for the purpose of creating larger wakes. Please refer to proposed Regulation X, Use of Lakes, amendment in this edition (1) restricting wake surfing to a soon-to-be-assembled centerline buoy course near the dam and (2) prohibiting wake boarding using artificial wake-enhancement devices within 300 feet of shore and south of a line between Buoys 17 and 28.

The Board has pursued a two-pronged, “required versus voluntary” approach: (1) prepare regulations restricting wake surfers to the centerline buoy course, and (2) encourage voluntary use of the centerline buoy course to avoid a new regulation. The voluntary approach includes a demonstration period of the centerline course between Memorial Day Weekend and Independence Day Weekend. LOWA still hopes wake surfing enthusiasts will form a Wake Surfing Club to promote the sport and encourage regulation compliance.

Members may want to comment to the Board and GM about their preference in this regard. The Board’s options include voting for final passage of the amended regulations on April 21 or tabling the matter to give the voluntary effort more time.

I am encouraged to hear that members are getting their COVID-19 vaccinations. Several LOWA employees have gotten their vaccinations.

Please stay safe and enjoy this terrific weather.

Association News

Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.

See April 3 Board Minutes on p. 8

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Association News Lake Currents April 9, 2021

Board Seeks Member Input on Amending LOWA Regulation X: Lakes, Wake Surfing and Wake Boarding

feet long. (4/14/2020) (1) The ski flag shall be mounted or displayed in such a manner as to be visible from every direction when: (a) A skier, or tuber or wake boarder is down or a rider has fallen Or (b) A skier, or tuber or wake boarder is in the water and preparing to ski, or tube, or wake board.

(2) The ski flag shall not be displayed at any other time.

(3) The use of this flag will not be construed as conferring any rights or privileges on its users. Operators of watercraft in the vicinity will, however, exercise precaution commensurate with conditions indicated. d.

All watercraft operators who tow skiers and floatable devices shall know and ensure their spotters and skiers/riders understand and use a set of hand signals to communicate between the watercraft and the skiers.

Passengers shall remain seated when a watercraft is towing a skier or people on other devices. e.

Skiing and towed activities at greater than No Wake Speed shall be prohibited within one hundred (100) feet of shorelines or in areas marked with “No Wake” buoys and will be confined to the area of the wake zone. f.

At High Traffic Times when two or more skiers/tubers/wake boarders are being towed by one watercraft and one of the skiers/tubers/ wake boarders fall, the other skier(s), tubers, wake boarders shall drop his or her towline immediately. g.

All persons being towed by watercraft shall wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved (Type I, II or III) flotation device or a Type V flotation device designed for the activity such as a ski vest. Inflatable vests shall not be used for skiing or tubing. The use of flotation belts alone shall only be permitted when using “trick skis” while an observer is in the watercraft and it is traveling less than nineteen (19) mph. “Trick and Jump skis” are considered as skis less than forty-four (44) inches in length with no fin. h.

When any skier, or tuber or wake boarder falls, the operator shall immediately go to No Wake Speed and turn around on as small a radius as possible to return to the downed skier, or tuber, or wake boarder. The operator must attempt to follow the reverse course on the return to the fallen skier, or tuber, or wake boarder while not entering the path of other watercraft in the immediate area. The towing watercraft shall display the skier-down flag. The use of this flag will not be construed as conferring any rights or privileges on its users. Operators of watercraft in the vicinity will, however, exercise precaution commensurate with conditions indicated.

Fallen skiers, or tubers, or wake boarders shall, as soon as possible raise one arm in the air to signal their location to nearby watercraft. (4/14/20) i.

No person(s) shall use the Water Ski Jump at LOW unless that person is a member of the LOW Ski Club or under that organization’s instruction and is wearing a helmet approved by USA Water Ski. Only one watercraft shall use the Slalom Course at any one time. Only jump skis and trick skis shall be used over the jump. j.

No person shall operate or manipulate any watercraft, tow rope, or other device by which the direction or locations of water skis, tube, wakeboard, or similar device may be affected or controlled in such a way as to cause the participants to come into contact with any object or person(s). The provisions of this rule shall not apply to contact between two or more persons behind the same watercraft or to contact with the top of the Ski Jump, buoys, or similar objects as normally used in competitive or recreational boating or water skiing. k.

When towing more than one skier, or tube or wake board, it shall be the responsibility of the driver of the watercraft to ensure the towlines for each skier/tuber/wake boarder is of equal length to all skiers/tubers/wake

The Board of Directors is seeking member comments regarding revised proposed amendments to LOWA Regulation X: Lakes, Wake Surfing and Wake Boarding. Members who wish to provide comments or feedback should email the Board at Board@LOWA.org by 5 PM, Friday, April 23.

What is proposed? The amendment will better define Wakeboarding, Wakesurfing, and Wake Boats. It will also require use of the center line buoy course for Wake Surfing and restrict Wake Boarding done behind a watercraft deploying wake-enhancing devices be prohibited within 300 feet from shore and south of a line between Buoys 17 and 28.

Who proposed it? The GM supports the amendments covering both Wake Surfing and Wake Boarding. The Rules Committee has reviewed and supports the amendments. The LOWA Attorney has reviewed the draft as well.

Why? Wake Surfing behind Wake Boats that use ballast or mechanical means to create large wakes is a recent and popular watersport on the Main Lake. Lakefront owners and other boaters have raised concerns, and the Board adopted stated Goal #4 Exploring Wake Boats Regulation.

What is the effect? All Wake Surfing activities will be limited to the Center Line Course. Wake Boarding activities, with the boat in the wake enhancement mode, limited to certain parts of the lake. Wake Boating without enhancement can be done within the designated areas of the lake for skiing activities.

The proposed amendments to the bylaws are highlighted in bold and strike thru, and read as follows: Proposed Amendments to Regulation X X. USE OF THE LAKES (Amended July 16, 2014) A. WATERCRAFT OPERATIONS AND USAGE. 1. For the purpose of this Regulation the following terms and definitions apply: r. “Wakesurfing” is a water sport in which a rider trails behind a motorized watercraft, riding the watercraft’s wake without being directly pulled by the watercraft. (2/1/20) s. “Wakeboarding” is a watersport in which a rider, standing on a short board with foot bindings, is towed behind a motorized watercraft, riding and jumping the watercraft’s wake. t. “Wake Boat” is any watercraft operating above No Wake Speed while deploying one or more wake-enhancement devices, such as ballast, wedges, or gates, for the purpose of creating larger wakes than if such devices were not deployed.

C. WATER SPORTS ACTIVITIES. 1. WATER SKIING/TUBING/WAKE SURFING/WAKE BOARDING. a.

Skiers or other towed persons shall NOT be permitted to take off from or land on any beach or pier. b.

During High Traffic times (see A. 5.c.) no person shall operate a towing watercraft to pull any person(s) on water skis, tube(s) wake board(s) or similar devices unless there is in/on the watercraft (in addition to the operator) a person actually observing the progress of the person(s) being towed. This observer must be at least 12 years of age. In the case of PWCs, the observer must be seated backward. At other times towing is permitted without an observer if the watercraft is equipped with a rear view mirror. c.

Ski flag. All watercraft operations involving skiers, or tubers or wake boarders on a towable device shall have a ski flag readily available. This flag shall be a red or orange flag measuring no less than 12 inches on each side in the shape of a square or rectangle secured to a pole or shaft at least two

See Regulation X on p. 5

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boarders being towed. l.

Kite tubing and kite boarding are prohibited. m.

Subparts a,c,e,f,g,h, and k above do not apply to boat operators and skiers participating in USA Water Ski sanctioned ski club practices, competitions, or exhibitions. n.

Wake Surfing and Wake Boarding with Wake Enhancement Devices (2/1/20) (1) Wake surfing is allowable behind boats propelled by inboard motors only. Wake surfing behind boats with inboard/ outboard motors or outboard motors is prohibited.

(2) Wake Surfing is prohibited within 300 feet of shore. Wake surfing is only allowed along the centerline buoy course.

Wake surfing is only allowed along the centerline buoy course between Veterans Dam and a line between Buoys 8 and 37.

(3) Wake surfing is prohibited south of a line between 17 and 28. Watercraft designed to enhance their wake by ballast or mechanical means are not permitted to operate in wake surfing configuration outside the centerline buoy course.

(4) Wake Boat operators engaged in wake surfing activities, shall maintain a safe distance from the centerline buoy course but not exceed an operating distance greater than seventy-five (75) feet from the centerline buoy course.

(5) Wake boarding is prohibited within 300 feet of shore and south of a line between Buoys 17 and 28 when a wakeboat is deploying wake-enhancement devices.

by Geraldine Amaral Hodson and Kerry Sipe, Communications Committee

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Lake Currents April 9, 2021

Please join us at the LOWA Virtual Committees’ Fair, visit www.

LOWA.org/CommitteeFair. See the ad on Page 6!

Do you know that our Lake of the Woods community has 21 committees designed to address a wide range of community needs? One of these committees might just be a match for one or more of your talents and/or interests, and your membership would be welcomed! For example, are you interested in communications, golf, tennis, finance, horses, boating, safety?

Whatever your interest is, there will soon be an easy way for you to explore the various committees to see if one might be a good fit for you.

Last spring, the Lake of the Woods Communications Committee had planned to host a community-wide Committee Fair on March 20, at the Clubhouse. At that time, the then Chair of the Communications Committee (the Fair was her brainchild), Linda Bowyer, stated “I, along with the Communications Committee members, thought that the Fair would be an excellent way to share with the community the vast wealth of fun activities and community services each committee provides.”

Unfortunately, a week before the Fair was to be held, it was postponed due to the pandemic. However, not to be discouraged, this year the Communications Committee decided to switch to a Virtual Fair format, which provides a convenient way for LOWA members to obtain information about the broad range of services that current LOW committee are providing to enhance our community (yes, even during the pandemic!); and, to provide information to LOWA residents as to how they can join a committee of their choice.

The Communications Committee, now led by Nadine Daniel, has coordinated this event with all the other committees. The Virtual Fair will feature a short video clip and/or narrative page description of each LOWA committee that will explain the duties of the committees, their goals and mission, the days and times they meet, and other useful information. Keep in mind that all LOWA Committee meetings are always open to LOW residents, whether they join the committee or not. if you want to check one or more of them out, the Virtual Committee Fair will provide an option for members to learn about committees from the comfort of their home! LOWA committees liaise directly with the LOWA Board, and really are the backbone of our community. They ensure that our voices are heard.

It has taken a lot of planning and organizing, but the Virtual Committee Fair will take place between May 7-14, and will appear on LOWA.org, Channel 18 and facebook.com/LOWAssociation. A complete schedule of the fair will be posted in the May 7 issue of the Lake Currents.

Raffle Prizes: As an extra bonus, if LOWA members sign up for the LOWA Committee E-Newsletter while visiting the Virtual Fair, they will automatically be enrolled in the raffle for the Virtual Fair door prizes, including Clubhouse gift certificates, horseback riding lessons, local restaurants, and more!

Here is the complete list of all 21 LOWA committees: Boating Safety Board of Examiners, Clubhouse, Communications, Community and Youth Activities, Elections, Environmental Control, Equestrian Center, External Affairs, Finance, Fitness, Golf, Honor Awards, Lakes, Legal and Compliance, Maintenance and Ecology, Nominating, Pickleball, Planning, Pools, Rules, Safety and Security.

See what we mean? There really is something for everyone. We look forward to “meeting” and “seeing” you at the LOW Committees’ Virtual Fair!

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LOWA Committee Fair Has Gone Virtual!

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Visit our website at www.LOWA.org/CommitteeFair to explore videos about each committee. Check Lake Currents for the TV18 video schedule or watch the videos on Facebook.com/LOWAssociation.

Visit the Committee Fair website to find out how you can win one of our fabulous door prizes from: LOW Clubhouse Fareways Cafe LOW Pro Shop LOW Equestrian Center Graze Steakhouse Clearwater Grill

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Saturday, May 1 10 AM LOWA Regular Board Meeting, CC, Zoom

8 AM 11 AM 12:00 PM 12:30 1:50 PM 3 PM 5 PM 7 PM 8 AM 11 AM 12:00 PM 12:30 PM 1:50 3 PM 5 PM 7 PM

April 9 – 15 LOWA Regular Board Meeting April 3 Woodworkers Club Real Virginia LOW Arts COVID-19 Vaccine Q&A Aging Together – Veteran Benefits LOWA Regular Board Meeting April 3 COVID-19 Vaccine Q&A April 16 – 22 LOWA Regular Board Meeting April 3 Woodworkers Club Real Virginia LOW Arts COVID-19 Vaccine Q&A Aging Together – Veteran Benefits LOWA Regular Board Meeting April 3 COVID-19 Vaccine Q&A

Committee Meetings: Meetings are subject to change; contact the Committee Chair for current information. Visit www.LOWA.org/ Committees. For schedule updates, check online at www.LOWA.org/ Calendar.

Pickleball/Tennis: 4/12, 3 PM, CC, Zoom Equestrian: 4/13, 3 PM, CC, Zoom Pools: 4/13, 1 PM, CC, Zoom Clubhouse: 4/14, 1 PM, Zoom M&E: 4/14, 3 PM, CC, Zoom ECC: 4/15, 9 AM, Maint. Ofc., Zoom Nominating: 4/15, 9:30 AM, CC, Zoom External Affairs: 4/15, 3 PM, CC, Zoom Lakes: 4/19, 2:30 PM, CC, Zoom Rules: 4/20, 3 PM, Zoom LCC Meeting: 4/21, 7:30 PM, CC LCC Hearing: 4/21, 8 PM, CC Planning: 4/22, 3 PM, CC, Zoom Golf: 4/26, 3 PM, CC, Zoom Investment: 4/26, 1 PM, Zoom Treasurer Mtg. to follow

TV18 is accepting new shows from members and local organizations to air on Channel 18 on LOWA.org.

For more information, view our community programming guidelines on www.LOWA.org/tv18 or contact the communications department.

To view board meetings online log-in to LOWA.org and visit www.LOWA.org/Videos TV 18 Schedule Subject to Change

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To View & Access Zoom Meetings: Go to LOWA.org.

Member Log-in Required.

• Board Meetings: View online at www.LOWA.org/Videos. To join the Zoom meeting, visit www.LOWA.org/ BoardAgendas, for Zoom link.

• Committee Meetings: To access the Zoom meeting and agendas, visit www.LOWA.org/ CommitteeAgendas, for Zoom link.

For assistance with logging on to the website call 540-972-2278.

For assistance accessing Zoom meeting call 540-972-9680 or email ZoomHelp@LOWA.org.

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April 3 Board Minutes from p. 3 4.2 Report from Orange County Sheriff Mark Amos: None.

4.3 Report from Allied-Universal Security Chief Scott Walker reported that the Orange County Sheriff’s office donated $10k worth of body cam equipment to Allied-Universal Security. There was a major structure fire inside LOW last month, and he asked that residents not make casual “curiosity visits” to the site. He responded to questions from the Board to clarify what defines “reckless boating” and how infractions will be handled.

In March, there were 4 reports of theft, 13 animal complaints, 14 noise complaints, 4 domestic disputes, 2 reports of vandalism and 6 reports of trespassing. Staff responded to 187 calls for service and issued 78 traffic summonses.

4.4 Report from LOW Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Inc.: None.

4.5 Report from Orange County School Board Representative Jim Hopkins reported that as of April 12 all Orange County Schools will transition back to in-person instruction four days a week, with virtual lessons on Friday. Students may also opt to remain on all-virtual instruction for the rest of the school year. Masks and social distancing requirements will continue. It is anticipated all schools will resume the normal 5-days a week schedule when the next school year begins August 11. The last day of school this year will be May 28, and graduation will be held on May 22nd.

4.6 Reports of Officers A. Executive Session Actions: None.

B. Committee Liaison Reports Director Wilks reported that at the last ECC meeting there was a discussion on how fire pits could be a source of unanticipated fires. Communications will work with Fire & Rescue staff to prepare a fire prevention article for our newsletter to educate residents on this potential hazard.

C. Committee Changes Motion by P. Brown, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the Committee changes as presented on the Committee Change List dated April 3, 2021: (D-21-31) Name Pat Licata Doug Rogers Emily Slunt William Holt Tena Marangi Ted Cryblskey Mark Woerner Allen Gwaltney Fred Lange Miff Devents Kathleen Dorn Rodney Lackey _________ *April 18, 2021

Action Advisor Advisor Advisor Voting Resigned Term of Service Resigned Voting* Voting Term of Service Voting Voting

Committee External Affairs External Affairs External Affairs External Affairs Finance Pickleball/Tennis Pickleball/Tennis Pickleball/Tennis Pickleball/Tennis Pickleball/Tennis Planning Safety & Security

D. Referendum Update Secretary Vickery reported that as of April 2nd, 2157 votes had been cast in the Referendum, an increase of 38 since the last report in March.

4.7 Report from the General Manager, Phil Rodenberg A. LOWA Amenities, Events, Meetings and Offices – Coronavirus Status Effective April 1, LOW will be adopting the Virginia governor’s change in social contact restrictions to allow for gatherings of up to 50 people indoors and 100 outdoors. Special events may still require specific management. Masks and social distancing practices will still be required.

B. Lakes Management Report. Dredging started back up this past week following repair of the dredge.

C. Other Business LOWA Maintenance is finalizing quotes from contractors to paint Marion Pronk Hall, scheduled for April 8-16. The contract for the Clubhouse roof replacement has been signed by contractor Wilsey Roofing. Management is soliciting price quotes for replacement of the front entrance barcode gate. The Finance Department sent out the annual assessment packages on March 26th. More than half of the 56 pony camp spots for this summer have already been filled.

4.8 Committee Reports A. Planning Committee: Postponed to a future meeting.

B. Board of Examiners (BOE) Chair Jon Anderson reported the BOE has three members. All the questions on the Boat Safety test were reviewed to determine which ones were causing trouble for those taking the test. These were re-written, resulting in 80-90% improvement in the pass rate.

Corresponding changes were also made to the Boat Safety Manual.

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Pet waste can also lead to a buildup of excessive nutrients. In a lake, the nutrients cannot be carried away (unlike in moving water like a river or stream).

This excess can cause thick mats of algae, scum and foam, odor and taste problems and death and disease of fish and other aquatic organisms.

An increase in the water’s pH because of the increased growth of algae is another impact that is not directly visible. High pH can be toxic to fish and other organisms; it can also make other substances, such as ammonia, even more toxic than they are otherwise.

These overgrowths of algae and aquatic plants such as Nitella and Hydrilla cost LOWA time and money in the effort to minimize the effects of this eutrophication. Approximately $13,000-$17,000 is spent most years on aquatic algaecides and herbicides.

The most effective way for pet owners to minimize the impact of pet waste on the lakes and on vegetable gardens is to simply clean up and dispose of the pet waste.

• Slide a plastic newspaper bag, grocery bag, or disposable glove over your hand and arm, carefully pick up the poop, then roll the bag down your arm and tie the doggy doo inside for disposal in the trash.

• Another way of disposing of pet waste is to purchase or build your own doggy loo. A doggy loo is a pet waste digester installed in the ground where decomposition can occur. For around $90, you can purchase a model such as the “Doggy Dooley kit.” It contains a galvanized steel tank with a polymer lid, a supply of digester powder containing bacteria to speed up decomposition, a long-handled scooper, and an odor-eliminating solution.

by Bobby Jones, Director of Facilities As the population of Lake of the Woods increases, so does the number of pet companions in our neighborhoods, creating increasing amounts of waste. Pathogens are a great concern associated with pet waste. These pathogens can be harmful to humans if accidently ingested by swallowing lake water or consumed in foods from our gardens after rain runoff spreads the pathogens from the waste all around.

• Pet waste can carry microbes such as Salmonella, and E. coli. These can cause abdominal gas, diarrhea, and even more serious illness. They may even be fatal to those with weakened immune systems.

• Pet waste, especially dog waste, often contains roundworms, hookworms, ringworms, tapeworms, and other parasites.

• Cat waste can also contain Toxoplasma gondii, which is highly resistant to most disinfectants. Toxoplasmosis is a serious health concern for pregnant women and those with compromised immune systems.

Studies performed on watersheds in the Seattle, Washington, area found that “nearly 20 percent of the bacteria found in water samples were matched with dogs as the host animals.”

Pets should not be allowed to defecate near streams, ponds, or lakes.

Stream banks should not be the normal territory of our pets. Walk pets in grassy areas, parks, or yard. Don’t leave waste near the road or ditches. It can get washed down the ditches and eventually could make it to our lakes.

LOWA Regulation IV.B.8 states: “Pet owners shall be responsible for the removal of their pet’s droppings from LOWA grounds, road rights-of-way and also for removal of any pet droppings on their own lot which may accumulate and thereby cause an offensive odor or unsanitary condition.” Don’t leave it on your lawn. Rain runoff can spread it to gardens and to the roadside ditches and drainage easements which flow to our lakes.

The handling of animal excrement is doubly important for the health of our lakes. Pet waste runoff causes an overabundance of nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus. Under conditions including abundant nutrients, algae and aquatic plants will continue to grow and multiply well beyond the amount needed to support the food web. The excess growth then dies and decays, triggering a release of ammonia and a reduction in oxygen. The impact of the reduced oxygen may not be readily visible, but can result in extensive fish kills.

Reference site – United States Office of Water E.P.A. 916-F-01-027 Environmental Protection Agency (4606) July 2001

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Lake of the Woods Adaptive Watersports is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and is once again returning to our beautiful waters to welcome our differently abled friends back.

On June 12, we Photo provided. will be hosting a limited number of veterans; on Aug. 1, we invite all ages who are differently abled to participate, and on Aug. 21, we will finish our season with our children’s event.

Our foundation’s success is due in large part to the support we receive from the Lake of the Woods community. While this last year has been hard on us, and on all charitable organizations, we have survived by donations of boats, cars, jet skis and furniture from generous donors. We ask for your continued support this year. If you have any of the items listed that are in Sellable condition (may need minor work), we ask that you consider Lake of the Woods Adaptive Watersports.

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Calendar of Events Monday, April 12 12:15 PM LOW Garden Club (CH, front).

Wednesday, April 14 1 PM LOW Democratic Club (Zoom).

Info: www.lowdemocrats.org.

Saturday, April 17 1 PM DAR Meeting, Zoom. Info: 540661-7202.

Wednesday, April 21 2 PM LOWA Regular Board Meeting, CC, Zoom. Info: 540-972-2214.

Saturday, April 24 10 AM-2 PM Drug Take Back sponsored by Orange County Sheriff’s Office (LLCH, parking lot).

Info: 540-672-1200.

10 AM-2 PM LOW Garden Club Plant Sale (Campground Pavilion).

Deadline for submissions to the April 23 issue of Lake Currents is April 12.

Deadline for submissions to the May 7 issue of Lake Currents is April 26.

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Monday-Wednesday-Friday 2 PM-4:30 PM Tuesday-Thursday-Saturday 10 AM-noon Member Services, Holcomb Building 540-972-2237, press 0

McAuliffe, Candidate for Governor, to Address Democrats

by Kerry Sipe, Member, LOW Democratic Club

Former Gov. Terry McAuliffe, who is seeking his party’s nomination to a second term as Virginia’s chief executive, will meet with members of the Lake of the Woods Democratic Club on April 14.

The event will begin at 1 PM via the Zoom online meeting app and is part of a series of recent sessions with Democratic candidates for statewide office.

McAuliffe served as governor from 2014 to 2018. During his tenure in office, Virginia brought in more than $20 billion in new capital investment, $7 billion more than any previous governor. He participated in more than 35 trade and marketing missions to five continents to promote state ff e tourism and other products. u li A Prior to being elected governor, McAuliffe served as chair c T erry M of the Democratic National Committee. He was co-chair of President Bill Clinton’s 1996 re-election campaign, and 1997 presidential inauguration, and was chair of Hillary Clinton’s 2008 presidential campaign.

A native of Syracuse, N.Y., McAuliffe attended Georgetown University’s Law School, where he earned the Juris Doctor degree.

McAuliffe is one of five candidates seeking the Democratic nomination for governor in the June 8 primary. The others are Lee Carter, Justin Fairfax, Jennifer Carroll Foy, and Jennifer McClennon. The General Election will be Nov. 2.

More information is available at the LOW Democrats’ web site at lowdemocrats.org.

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by Marty Hartmann, Vice Regent, Susannah Chandler Chapter Spring has finally arrived, and things are looking up!

The Community Genealogy Study Group finally resumed and met via Zoom on March 27. We had a program on keeping track of family research and discussed meeting options, as we wait to see what the Community Center’s next plans for meetings will be.

The Genealogy Study Group is open to anyone, whether you are just starting your family research or want to help work with others! We have several volunteers willing to assist anyone, and the group is free to all! Contact us anytime for information or assistance.

The next Susannah Chandler Chapter meeting will be Saturday, April 17, at 1 PM, and will be held on Zoom.

Our program is The Battles of Lexington and Concord, presented by Diane Victor-Zalenski. April 19 marks the 246th anniversary of those battles!

As our programs are always open to everyone, if you are interested in viewing the program, please email SusannahChandlerChapter1@gmail.com and the link will be sent to you!

For further information on the Community Genealogy Study Group, Daughters of the American Revolution, or the Susannah Chandler Chapter, our ongoing service projects, or meetings, please email: SusannahChandlerChapter1@gmail.com or call: 540-661-7202 anytime!

LOW Garden Club: Ah, Springtime

by Karen Kovarik, Publicity Chairman

It’s a glorious time of year to live at LOW, and the perfect time to think of our gardens. We will celebrate Arbor Day by the Magnolia tree in front of the Clubhouse on Monday, April 12; first we will gather at 12:15 PM by the dam walk, near the 50th anniversary bench. Our first general meeting of the year will follow at the Sweetbriar Pavilion. We will convene at 12:30 PM to socialize and become reacquainted with old friends. Chairs and beverages recommended.

The meeting starts at 1 PM and, after the business meeting, we will enjoy a program by speaker Courtney French, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited. She will be giving a presentation on how to attract hummingbirds. This is a timely subject, as we can anticipate their return shortly. Masks and social distancing will be observed. Guests are welcome.

Meanwhile, Garden Club members are keeping busy dividing, potting, and propagating plants, and packaging seeds for our Spring Plant Sale. It will be held on April 24 from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Campground Pavilion. Annuals, perennials, herbs, and vegetables will be available! We are also offering a Garden Treasures table with signs, pottery, vases, and gardening books.

Proceeds will be dedicated to the Clubhouse Garden Restoration. We are currently waiting for the first draft of the master plan for this project.

All are welcome, but we request masks and social distancing to be observed. This is a cash only event.

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April 3 Board Minutes from p. 8

Motion by H. Brown, passed unanimously, to amend the motion to include eligible recipients in the City of Fredericksburg. Original motion as amended passed unanimously.

6.3 Discussion of Schedule of Charges for Lot Violation Letters.

The General Manager led the Board in a discussion of a proposed resolution to establish a Schedule of Charges for lot violation letters in order to reduce costs related to LOWA’s enforcement of the Restrictive Covenants. Following discussion, the General Manager will prepare a draft resolution for consideration by the Board at their April 21 Board meeting.

6.4 Discussion of Board Goals Update GM Phil Rodenberg gave a brief summary of the status of each of the seven Board goals set for this year. Of the seven, the goal to maintain financial stability is complete and ongoing. The remaining six goals are considered in progress as staff addresses the various steps needed toward goal completion.

6.5 Consideration of Entering Lots for Maintenance (D-21-35) Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, that the Board approve entry to the lots in Case #21-0403-01 on or after April 8, 2021 to perform maintenance as stipulated in the letter from the Stormwater Management Inspector and ECC Chair to the individual lot owner; and that the properties be billed for the cost related to such work in accordance with Paragraph 14 of the Restrictive Covenants.

5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5.1 Consideration of Adopting a Resolution Regarding Issuing Uniform Traffic Summonses for Reckless Boating, Including a Discussion of Alternative Approaches. (Resolution 2021-3) (D-21-32) Motion by P. Brown that the Board adopt Resolution 2021-3, an Administrative Resolution, regarding issuing Uniform Traffic Summonses for reckless boating on LOWA lakes.

Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, to add wording at the beginning of the last sentence in Paragraph 7 of the Resolution “Uniform traffic summonses shall be issued for…”

Motion by P. Brown, passed unanimously, to change the Whereas (Paragraph 3) in the Resolution to reflect the exact wording of Virginia statute Section 29.1-738.

Original motion as amended passed unanimously.

5.2 Consideration of Approving Proposed Amendments to Regulation V.H: Use of Individually-owned Property, Regarding Political Signs, Flags and Banners. (Resolution 2021-5) Motion by Wilks that the Board adopt Resolution 2021-5, a Policy Resolution, regarding political signs, flags and banners.

Following discussion, motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, to table further consideration to the April 21, 2021 board meeting to allow for text revisions and legal review.

7. Director Comments Directors commented on encouraging members to vote in the Referendum, confirming a ballot box and “reminder” cards are available at Members Services. Director H. Brown announced she will not run for a second term on the Board in this year’s election.

6. NEW BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Awarding a Professional Services Contract to A. Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc. of Richmond, Virginia for the Lakes and Stormwater Management Plan Study and Other Engineering Services. (D-21-33) Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, that the Board authorize an additional amount of $51,300 to come from the Repair & Replacement Reserve Fund balance to bring the total amount designated in the FY202021 Capital Plan for the Lakes and Stormwater Management Plan Study and other engineering services to $138,000.

Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, that the Board award and authorize the President to sign a professional services contract with A. Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc. of Richmond, Virginia in the amount of $138,000 for the Lakes and Stormwater Management Plan Study and other engineering services, funds to come from the Repair and Replacement Reserve as designated in the FY2020-21 Capital Spending Plan.

6.2 Consideration of Approving a 10% Discount on Daily Golf Fees for Monday through Thursday play for Local Law Enforcement, First Responders, Both Active and Retired, and All Active Reserve and Retired Military Personnel. (D-21-34) Motion by H. Brown that the Board adopt a Discount Fee Program for daily golf fees with the following parameters: 1) 10% discount on daily greens fees, Monday through Thursday only; 2) Eligible recipients to include local (defined as Orange, Spotsylvania and Culpeper Counties) law enforcement and first responders, both active and retired; and all active duty, active reserve and retired military personnel; 3) that discount recipients must show proof of eligibility for the discount; 4) that no other discounts apply; 5) the discount would automatically expire on April 30, 2022 unless renewed by the Board of Directors.

8. Scheduled Meetings Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, April 21, 2021 in the Community Center.

Executive Session: 1:00 p.m.

Open Session: 2:00 p.m.

Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Saturday, May 1, 2021 in the Community Center.

Executive Session: 9:00 a.m.

Open Session: 10:00 a.m.

9. Adjournment Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 12:18 p.m.

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Lost or Found Pets in LOW can be posted on facebook.com/ LOWlostandfoundpets.

Hearing Aids/Eyeglasses Recycled: Place used hearing aids and eyeglasses in LOW Lions boxes at the Ferris Building & Holcomb Building.

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Alcoholics Anonymous: Meeting every Monday at 7 PM at LOW Church (Rm 210). For other local online AA meetings go to http://d39. wildwoodweb.com/Meetings.shtml.

Info: LOW Church 540-972-9060.

Cancer Support Group for Women and their Caregivers: Meetings are held at LOW Church.

Please contact Suzanne Lentine for meeting dates/time or for more information, 540-972-9060.

For a free COVID-19 regional resource list, go to www. agingtogether.org.

Dementia Memory Café: Second Wednesdays, 2:30 PM, Country Cookin’, 247 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper. This is a social event where the person with dementia and/or the caregiver(s) are welcome to come discuss issues. Contact Bonnie at 540547-4824 or bonnired@comcast.net.

Dementia Support Groups: Mondays, 6:30-8:30 PM, Home Instead Senior Care, 111 Olde Greenwich Drive, Suite 101, Fredericksburg; Mondays, 11 AM-12:30 PM, England Run Library, 806 Lyons Blvd, Fredericksburg. Info: Ginny Biggs, gbiggs@agingtogether.org.

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Orange County Free Clinic: Offers primary medical care and prescription assistance to the uninsured in OC. Medical care available Mon. through Thurs., by appointment. 101-C Woodmark Street, Orange. Info: Dorren Brown, 540-672-0793.

Red Cross Blood Drive: Fourth Tuesday, every other month from noon to 6 PM. Next drive is May 25 in the Community Center (call to confirm date). You must be generally healthy and 17 or older. Go to www. redcrossblood.org for more detailed information. Make an appointment online or call 1-800-733-2767. Making an appointment saves you time! Walkins accepted, on space available basis.

Info: Ginny, 540-848-5829 or Carol, 540-972-0664.

Seeking Counseling? The LOW Church offers affordable counseling for all persons by appointment. Info: Church, 540-972-9060.

Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Care-A-Van will provide transportation to health care (including picking up prescription medications) and legal appointments for senior citizens (over 60) and persons (over 18) with physical disabilities. Available Mon-Fri. with minimum of 48 hours’ notice. Free Service (donations accepted), Call 540-825-3100 ext. 3358 or 3013.

Vision Impaired Support Group.

Meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 10 AM, Community Center, Room 1. Sponsored by the LOW Lions. Contact: Gail Sauro, 540-9721629 or Gail.Sauro@yahoo.com.

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LOW F&R Phone Directory.

Cost is $10, cash or check only. Pick up your copy at LOWA Member Services, Holcomb Bldg., or LOW True Value Hardware. Sales benefit LOW Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company.

We work on the Directory year-round; if you have changes, corrections, or deletions, please email: LOWFRTREASURER@gmail.com.

Cause 4 Paws. We need volunteer foster homes, monetary donations, and donations of the following: Purina Kitten Chow, Purina Cat Chow, Friskies Pate canned food and Fancy Feast Kitten Wet Food. Proceeds benefit feline rescue. Donations may be tax deductible as we are a 501(c) (3) charity. Donations can be mailed to Cause 4 Paws, P.O. Box 301, Locust Grove, VA 22508. For more info, see us on Facebook: causefourpaws Locust Grove VA or call LA, 540-4854181 or Darlene 540-972-8038.

LOW Lioness Book Sale. Used books will be sold on the last Saturday of the month (Feb.-Nov.) from 8:30 AM to 1 PM at the Ferris Building.

Proceeds go to the Benevolence Fund. Book donations are accepted the day of the sale. No reference or textbooks, please. Info: Ann, 540972-4338; Sherri, 540-412-9854; or Helene, 540-412-0798.

LOW Lions Medical Equipment Loan Program seeks donations of wheelchairs and rollators in working condition to share with neighbors in need. Donate at Velona Building (by compactor) any Saturday from 8-10:30 AM. Call 504-388-0110 to schedule a pick-up. If you or a family member needs a walker, shower bench, bedside commode, or other medical equipment, the Lions are here for you!

Divorce Care Support Group Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30 PM, at the LOW Church Library. For more information, contact Mike Lemay at 540-972-9060 or email mike@ lowchurch.org.

Grief Support Group: Griefshare is a free worldwide Bible-based support group to help you through your grief journey after the loss of a loved one. We meet twice a year for 13-week sessions of videos and discussions at the LOW Church. Info: 540-972-9060 or www.lowchurch.org.

Living Water Community Clinic in Locust Grove Town Center (32345 Constitution Hwy, Suite P) offers free medical care and prescription assistance to the uninsured in Orange, Spotsylvania, and Culpeper counties.

Medical care available on Thursdays from 5 to 8 PM. Call 540-854-5922 for appointments. Volunteers Needed.

Info: 540-854-5922, Suzanne.

LOWLINC - Non-profit membership service organization dedicated to enabling seniors at the lake to continue living fully and independently in their homes. Volunteer services provided: transportation, light home maintenance, computer assistance, check-in calls, friendly visits and referrals to screened service providers. Fee-based.

Opportunities to volunteer, too. Info: 1-855-LOWLINC or visit lowlinc.org.

LOW Lions/Lioness Wilderness Food Pantry: Located behind Locust Grove Town Center, Route 20. The pantry is open several times a month to provide food to qualified persons/ families in Orange County. Please call 888-508-9274 for the schedule of openings and other information about the pantry. LOW Lions rely on Federal food programs, local retail stores, community food drives and financial donations to feed the hungry in our community. Lions Wilderness Food Pantry, P.O. Box 605, Locust Grove, VA 22508. Info: Rick, 540-316-1398.

LOW Lions Medical Equipment: Durable medical equipment is available for temporary loan to those with needs. Currently loans are being made by appointment only. Please call 540-388-0110.

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Lions Furniture Pickup and Yard Sale. The LOW Lions accept donations of furniture and merchandise at the Velona Building (Shoosmith Road, near the trash compactor). Donations accepted Saturdays from 9 AM to noon. To arrange for donation pickup, call Doug at 540-495-0640. The Lions are a 501(c)(3) charity; donations may be tax deductible. The Lion’s Yard Sale at the same location is open every Saturday from 9 AM to noon.

O. C. Humane Society. Volunteers needed to assist with our Trap/Neuter/ Return program, our Voicemail team, updating our Facebook page, writing articles for our Newsletter, etc., or serving on our Board of Directors. For more information, please contact 540-972-5556 or OrangeCountyHumaneSocieyVa. org. We have been a 501c3 charitable organization in Orange County for 60+ years. Donations may be tax deductible; please mail to OCHSVA, P.O. Box 852, Locust Grove, VA 22508.

Notices

Lake of the Woods Office 4207-A Germanna Hwy, Locust Grove, VA (across from the Lake)

Call me for additional information or to view any properties.

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Residential Structure Fire at Lake of the Woods

by John P. Farrell Jr., Assistant PIO, LOW Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company

Viewpoints

Lake Currents April 9, 2021

On Friday, March 26, crews from multiple departments responded to assist Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire & Rescue with the report of a structure fire within Lake of the Woods.

Upon arriving on scene, Engine 29 and Truck 29 found one home fully involved with fire. The occupants had self-evacuated and were evaluated by local EMS while the crews went to work extinguishing the structure and protecting nearby homes.

Crews from Mine Run Volunteer Fire Company 21, Orange Volunteer Photo by Major Harrell Fire Company 23, County of Orange Fire and EMS, Spotsylvania Station 7, Spotsylvania Station 5, Brandy Station Volunteer Fire Department, Rapidan Volunteer Fire Department, Richardsville Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad worked into the early morning to control and prevent the fire from spreading further.

Early activation of the emergency services network and the residents having a fire evacuation plan were key contributors to preserving life and property.

Damage to the home was significant. Authorities could not provide the full extent of the damage, but the home was determined to be uninhabitable Two occupants were injured. No injuries to responders were reported but one local firefighter was transported to a local hospital and released.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation by Orange County Fire & EMS officials.

The Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company responded to over 680 calls for service in 2020 and serves the various residents, commercial businesses, houses of worship and academic institutions located in the Locust Grove, Germanna and Wilderness areas of Eastern Orange County along Route 3 and Route 20.

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The Spring Luncheon, scheduled for April 30, will take place at the Lions’ Pavilion at Sweetbriar Park. Please be sure to sign up if you plan to attend.

The sign-up sheet and details are posted in the ladies’ lounge at the Woods Center. Contact Linda Compton if you have any questions concerning the luncheon.

The annual Spring Tournament is scheduled for three consecutive Tuesdays: May 11, 18, and 25. This is an individual, flighted, stroke-play tournament. Your best two scores are combined to determine the winners for gross and net in each flight. If you are unable to play one of the weeks, you can still compete with your two scores from the other two rounds. You must sign up each week, as usual. There will also be a regular weekly game for those not participating in the tournament. You will need $2 on the morning you sign in to play in the Spring Tournament, and the usual $3 each week for the regular weekly tournaments.

The Member/Guest Tournament will be held this year with a few changes.

It will be a one-day event on Wednesday, June 9. The luncheon after the tournament will be held at the Lions’ Pavilion at Sweetbriar Park. This year’s theme is Boot Scootin’ Boogie. Lori Barnes is the chair. She and her committee are working hard to make this a fun affair for our LGA members and their guests. Now is the time to line up your partner from outside LOW. Look for a sign-up sheet with details, registration forms, and instructions posted soon in the Woods Center ladies’ lounge.

Thanks to Jeanne Woodward and Loretta Yurkus for conducting the Rules of Golf clinics for the first 37 ladies who signed up. They will try to have more sessions in the future to meet the demand.

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Men’s Golf Association News

by Gene Mulholland, Communications, MGA

LOW Community

Forty-nine MGA members had good intentions for MGA’s opening day on April 24, but Mother Nature had her own agenda, and decided to rain.

Despite the rain, 17 diehard members attempted to slosh it out. Most soon found the going a little too unpleasant and did not complete the round. Better weather for MGA days is ahead.

If you have played the Back 9, you are aware there are deep sink holes on holes #10 and #15. Should your ball happen to end up in one of these holes, you should not attempt to go into the hole to retrieve it. Doing so could result in personal injury. Remember, it’s only a golf ball. As of this writing, it is not known if, or when, these hazards are scheduled for repair. In the meantime, it appears a second sink hole may be developing adjacent to the iron drain cover just short of #10 green. Tread cautiously in this area.

CHIP SHOT A golfer named George found himself in a deep bunker.

Whack!, Whack!, Whack!, Whack!, Whack!, Whack!

“How many shots was that?” asked his caddy, Dave. “Three,” responded George.

“But I heard six,” said Dave.

George replied “Three were echoes,”.

(Any resemblance to MGA golfers is purely accidental.)

REMINDERS: 1. Lamborghini signups are now ongoing. Signup sheet and rules are on the bulletin board.

2. The veteran’s tournament, benefiting Fisher House, is scheduled for June 12. Additional info forthcoming.

3. The Pro Shop grip sale (25% off) is in effect through the end of April.

Price includes grip(s) and labor.

4. Annual memberships are now available in the Pro Shop.

5. Loyalty Points earned this fiscal year must be used by the end of April, or they will be forfeited.

Spring Play: Four Weddings and an Elvis

by Sandra Frame, LOW Players

Here is a short synopsis of our May production, Four Weddings and an Elvis: Sandy, four times married, three times divorced, owns a Las Vegas wedding chapel. Over the years she has seen many couples wed, among them the four couples we will meet. All are getting married for the wrong reasons. One couple is marrying for revenge against their exes. There are the faded Hollywood stars, marrying for publicity. The third couple, a tough ex-con and a gentle postal worker, are trying to marry before the police catch up with him. The last couple – well, that has a twist, so you will have to attend to see why they marry.

Dates for the production are May 14, 15, and 22, starting at 6:30 PM, and May 15, 16, and 23, at 2 PM. Tickets are on sale now, and cost $20.

There will be no reserved seating, but there will be designated seating areas outlined on the lawn. You will need to bring your own lawn chairs. You can purchase tickets online at www.lowplayers.org or by calling 540-972-6385.

Rehearsals for the Elvis show are underway, and our crew will soon start building sets and gathering props. We can really use some help when it comes to assembling the stage and sets. If anyone has the time, and would be willing to help, please contact Bob Sachs at 202-577-5660, or b_sachs@ msn.com.

Also, remember to mark your calendars for April 23, and get your reservations for the Clubhouse deck. Have drinks or a nice meal while enjoying our singing group, Show Stoppers as they give their first performance this season. The performance begins at 6:30 PM, and features songs from Les Misérables and other Broadway favorites.

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A few weeks ago, while there was still snow on the ground, one of our members, Karen Kovarik, came up with a terrific idea to entertain the kids at the Alice Tyler Village that required no social distancing and is a lot of fun, and we’re all for that. (Even if we can’t be there!)

Karen suggested the kids might be interested in a little bird watching at the village. So, she made a trip to Birds Unlimited in Central Park, and they loaded her up with some fun stuff for the kids to get started: a birdbath, a feeder with five feeding stations, a tube for seed, suet and peanut containers, thistle sock, and a feeder for finches. They could host a huge party! Chaplain Dave and some Auxiliary members got together and set up the birdbath, lots of seed, and invited all the nearby feathered friends in for a “wild” party with the children. And come they did.

A little side story here: although the birdbath is usually filled with water and a solar-powered gizmo to keep the water in the birdbath from freezing, the children decided to fill the birdbath with seed instead. Hey—everybody to their own thing, right?

Blue jays and cardinals are frequent visitors and apparently make good neighbors for one another. The children also received laminated placards that describe the types of birds most likely to visit in our region, so they could identify them if they happened to stop by.

All in all, this was a total hit that will be enjoyed for years to come.

Orange County

As some of you may know, the Orange County Courthouse is constructed in two sections: the Historic Courthouse constructed in 1858-59, which is owned by Orange County; and the newer section, under the control of the Circuit Court and where court business is normally conducted. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a Declaration of Judicial Emergency was declared in March and has been extended several times. In the most recent extension, the Virginia Supreme Court required that the Circuit Courts develop a plan to safely conduct jury trials in their existing or alternate spaces. The Supervisors recently entered into an agreement with the Circuit Court to allow use of the courtroom and other spaces in the Historic Courthouse as a remote Jury Space for criminal and civil trials. The county will make $65,000 of the CARES Act funding from Virginia available to the Circuit Court to fund technology improvements for remote video and recording capabilities in the Jury Space. The county will also fund some cosmetic repairs to the courtroom. The agreement will last until December 2021, or until the end of the Judicial Emergency, whichever comes sooner. The agreement may be extended by mutual agreement between the Board of Supervisors and the Circuit Court.

There was a question at recent Economic Development Authority meeting about which occupations in the county had the most people. I thought that the answer was information about the county that might interest readers. Surprisingly, it turned out to be manufacturing, which, except for professions and finance, was also the highest paid occupation in the county.

The percentage occupation breakdown of Orange County is as follows: Manufacturing-13.3%, Retail-12.7%, Education-9.8%, Health Care-9.0%, Construction-8.1%, Accommodations and Food-7.0%, Agriculture and Forestry-6.7%, Services-6.6%, Public Adminitration-6.2% and Wholesale Operations-4.6%. There are eight other occupation classifications that make up the remainder.

There is an interesting result of the COVID-19 pandemic, regarding the unemployment rates in Virginia and Orange County. Since about 2013, the unemployment rates of the state and the county have been similar with the county unemployment a tenth of a percent higher than the state. Both rates dropped steadily from about 6.0% to about 2,5% since early in 2020.

Throughout that time the state and county were about 1% lower than the national rate. Since March 2020, the unemployment rates of the county and state have reversed with the Virginia unemployment about 1% to 2% higher than Orange County.

Orange County has a monthly newsletter, Insight, that is distributed via email and covers a wide variety of items of interest to county residents.

Recent issues have included information on the Next Generation 9-1-1 system, awards won by local wineries, COVID vaccination signups, soil testing, and local taxes. You can easily find the newsletter on the county web site by typing Insight into the search box. The newsletter provides a link to sign up to receive the newsletter by email.

If you have questions about county government, or want to let me know your feelings on specific issues, you can contact me at leeframe@ orangecountyva.gov.

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DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant.

540-229-9999.

DECK STAINING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

DONAHUE HOME Improvements - Additions, sunrooms, screen porches, bath remodels, decks. Over 30 years experience. We do it all and do it well! Resident since 1967. 540-2202764.

DRAINAGE ISSUES? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

ELECTRICAL ISSUES, Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

FIREWOOD - PROFESSIONAL Tree Surgeon, 540-729-3128.

FOUNDATION REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

FREE INSPECTIONS - See our first classified ad. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

GUTTER CLEANING/Guard Installation - Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589.

HALEY’S HEATING & Air Conditioning LLC. We are a local heating and air conditioning company located in Locust Grove.

With 32 years experience in the trade we have the knowledge to repair your A/C or Heating system properly. Same day service. Competitive rates. Give us a call at 540-920-8506 or email HaleysHVAC@gmail.com.

HANDYMAN PLUS - 34 year LOW resident and Licensed Contractor. Serving LOW over 20 years. I don’t claim to know it all, and I can’t do it all, but what I can do, I do well. To inquire and for a free estimate, call Erich 972-2664.

HOME CARE for SENIORS: Need a little help while maintaining your independence? Our caregivers are professional CNAs with current background checks. Let us help you! Call Nobility Home Care, where You are the priority. Nobility Home Care. Trustworthy. Licensed, bonded and insured. License #HCO-212422. 540-281-3668; www.nobilityhomecare.org.

HOME REPAIRS - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

HOMEWARD BOUND Care, LLC. Assisted Living in your home.

Need assisted living and want to stay in your home? I can make it happen. All your needs taken care of. Certified insured CNA/RMA, Call Diane for appointment 540-3882930.

HOUSE WASHING- Go from green to clean with our low pressure application method, specializing in exterior cleaning. Call Orange County Wash Pros 540-268-0308.

IVAN’S HOME IMPROVEMENTS. Professional painting, drywall repair and installation; tile/backsplash repair and installation. We also install crown molding, chair rail, baseboards & all your carpentry needs, kitchen & bath remodeling, hardwood floor installation, also installation of ceiling fans & light fixtures. Does your house or deck have unsightly mold - let us make it beautiful again by power washing it! We also paint garage floors with 2-part Epoxy paint. Senior citizen & military discounts. Licensed & Insured. Call Ivan Ducceschi 540729-0939.

JORDANS TREE & Landscaping - Yard Clean-up Specials! Any of your lawn, landscape and tree needs. Leaf Removal, Gutter Cleaning, Pressure Washing, Tree Removal. Call 540-229-2678.

JUNK HAULING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

LANDSCAPING HARDSCAPING, Retaining Walls, Patios, Walkways. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

LANDSCAPING MULCH, double-shredded hardwood.

Delivered on dump truck, 17 cu.yds. or 10 cu.yd. size loads. 540-8251472.

LAWN MOWING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

LEAF REMOVAL, 101HP Diesel ODB Municipal 16” Leaf Vacuum.

Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

LOT CLEAN-UP. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

MOVING - DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999.

SNAPPER JACK Yard Care, LLP - Complete yard care, mulch, powerwashing, grass trimming and pruning. LOW homeowner.

540-287-7143, David Wilkinson; 540-907-5800, Billy Jack. snapperjackyardcare@gmail.com.

Fully insured and Free estimates.

Veterans 10% off.

TREE CARE/REMOVAL - Premier Arbor Services LLC, Complete Tree Service.

Hardscapes, Yard installation, Stump grinding, Tree trimming. 540718-3794.

TREE REMOVAL, Any size, anywhere. Fully insured. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

TREE SERVICE - Professional Tree Surgeon, 540-729-3128.

TYLER’S HARDCORE Tree Service - We Get the Job Done.

Tree and stump removal from storm damage, mulching, lot clearing, backyard clearing, hauling, and tree trimming. Dead wood limbs removed out of trees. You will be pleased with my work when we are finished. Payment due when work is completed. References upon request. Call us 24/7 at 540-8606550.

WATER MAIN Leak Repair/ Replacement, Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589.

WE BUY Houses & Fix yours!

Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

WINDOW & DOOR Replacements by Bob Yak & Sons, 540-898-7773.

LOWA Employment

For Sale CUB CADET self propelled mower w/grass catcher, Good condition $125.00. 540-972-6901.

FRESH EGGS for Sale. 6 1/2 miles West of LOW. 540-672-8069.

Misc.

PONTOON BOAT TRAILER. Join the Co-op Trailer Club.

A onetime fee of $75.00 buys unlimited use of a brand new pontoon trailer! Club has been in existence for 40 years. Call Jeff at 540-273-5078.

General applications are always welcome. All Pay Market Competitive. Submit applications and resumes to HR@LOWA.org or fax to 540-972-2243. All positions must be able to pass a criminal background check and have a valid Virginia driver’s license. More information regarding these positions is available in the Human Resources Department. EOE.

It’s another beautiful day at the Lake!

CELL: 540-735-7998 EMAIL: pat@licatagroup.com

HANDYMAN CANS www.HandymanCans.com info@HandymanCans.com

LOW MARKET STATS (through 4/5/2021)

as reported in Bright MLS: 23 coming soon/active 56 under contract 73 sold since 1/1/2021

Call Pat for all your real estate needs! lakeofthewoodsvirginia.com

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Classifieds

ADMINISTRATION – MEMBER SERVICES Part-Time Receptionist.

Applicants wanted to provide professional, comprehensive member services support for Association membership by answering inquiries from members, realtors, vendors, contractors, and others with a variety of questions. Enter new barcode applications, deactivate barcodes as needed and research barcode issues. Other duties as assigned.

CLUBHOUSE - Part-Time SERVERS. Successful candidates must have excellent customer service skills, enthusiasm, and energy. Work schedule includes the hours of 4-10 PM Wednesday through Sunday along with some holidays. If you are 18 and older, have a positive, out-going personality and are a team player, this job is for you. Some restaurant experience preferred.

Part-Time LEAD COOK. Flexible hours working with a great team. Must be able to prepare, portion and cook food products with competency in other areas of food preparation. Looking for team players. Previous experience desired.

CLUBHOUSE POOL - SNACK BAR ATTENDANTS Part-Time/ Seasonal. We need people who are friendly, enthusiastic, customer service oriented. Attendants will maintain a clean, organized, and safe snack bar area located in the Clubhouse Pool Fitness Complex. Attendants will prepare snack foods and drinks for pool and beach guests as required. Cash handling and customer service experience preferred. Ability to handle money and lift/push up to 25 lbs. required.

EQUESTRIAN CENTER – Part-Time STABLE WORKER. The successful, dependable candidate will assist with barn chores, including cleaning stalls and paddocks, cleaning and filling water tubs, feeding the horses, and blanketing when weather requires. Additional duties may include assisting with pony rides and parties, trail rides, and helping with shows and other special events. Previous experience working with equines required.

FAREWAYS – Part-Time BARTENDERS/SERVERS are needed to mix and serve beverages at the Sports Bar and Grill. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, willing to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays. Job requires superb customer service skills. One-two years’ experience required.

Part-Time SERVERS are needed to assist with Café operations.

Candidates must be 18 years or older and able to work flexible hours including weekends. Some restaurant experience preferred. Good communication skills and team spirit important.

GOLF PRO/GOLF OPERATIONS MANAGER – Full-Time Salaried Position – The ideal candidate reports to the GM and will oversee golf operations by managing the daily operations and assist in promoting LOWA’s golf amenity through marketing endeavors. The Pro/Manager will ensure efficient operation and coordination of the pro shop, cart service and all other Golf Operations services. The primary focus of this position is to provide guest satisfaction, train and supervise golf staff, merchandising, golf instruction, and implementation and coordination of all golf programs. Fiscal responsibilities include managing operations by meeting revenue targets and controlling expenditures. Attendance at Golf Committee meetings required, along with interaction with other Managers and especially community members. Successful candidate must have minimum 5 years management experience in golf and/or hospitality industry, must possess proficiency with computer software including Microsoft Office suite, point of sale systems, handicap software and golf tournament management systems. Must possess PGA Level A1 certification or higher, or able to become certified within first year of employment. Associates or college degree preferred. Position requires evening and weekend hours.

GOLF PRO SHOP – Part-Time ATTENDANT needed to provide excellent customer service to golfers. Positive, outgoing personality required.

Salesmanship and conversational golf knowledge a plus. Must work a minimum of three days/weekly, including weekends. Basic computer skills essential and retail sales experience desired.

Lake Currents April 9, 2021

MOVING LOCALLY? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

MULCH DELIVERY - Doubleshredded hardwood. Call Brian, 540-219-7660 or 540-672-0355.

MULCHING (DELIVERY/ SPREADING). Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589.

NOTARY SERVICES – LOW. On-site, will travel. Sherri Lahay Lasover, 540-412-9854 or 202-2888564.

PAINTING/STAINING, Interior/ Exterior. Drywall Repairs. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

PATIOS, WALKWAYS, Retaining Walls - Ask Luke Zello, 540-4063589.

PLUMBING PROBLEMS? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

POWER WASHING- Go from green to clean. Call 540-642-2349 or email: jnave@comcast.net.

Licensed/Insured. $140 all houses!

PRESSURE WASHING- Dirty home? We use a low pressure application thats safe for you siding, call Orange County Wash Pros, 540-268-0308.

PRESSURE WASHING. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

READING and MATH Tutor Kindergarten and First Grade levels.

Retired teacher with 30 years of experience. 103 Jefferson Ave. Call Tracey DeMarco, 972-2911.

ROOF WASHING- 80% of roofs are replaced prematurely due to color, we are known to bring them back to life! We use a low pressure application that kills any organic growth, call Orange County Wash Pros 540-268-0308.

ROOFING and REPAIRS - See our first classified ad. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

SELLING? DON’T want the stress/expense of fixing & waiting for your house to sell when you could close in two weeks? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

SMALL HAUL. For that haul that nobody wants to pick up. 540-7357977.

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Lake Currents April 9, 2021

We would like you to meet Realtors Penny and Charlie Ostlund.

Penny and Charlie are long time Lake of the Woods residents, and strong advocates of the benefits of living in Lake of the Woods.

Penny offers more than 30 years experience in the real estate industry, 16 of those years have been serving the Lake of the Woods community. Charlie brings 7 years experience in local real estate, with a background of 41 years in the education field. He has a BS in Economics, a Masters and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership.

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SmartStrand Silk with DuPont Sorona is the ONLY luxuriously soft carpet that cleans with just water and has built-in stain and soil protection that never washes or wears off.

They specialize in partnering with sellers to prepare their homes for sale in a way that maximizes the sales price, and are experts at marketing homes in waterfront communities like Lake of the Woods.

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Charlie is very involved in the Lions Club and was the Lion of the Year in 2017 and received the Distinguished Service Award in 2020.

4062 Germanna Hwy in Locust Grove 1/4 mile west of Lake of the Woods on Route 3

When not working Penny loves reading, being the best “MiMi” for her grandchildren, and loving her Chihuahuas. Charlie enjoys golf, weight lifting, guitar and handyman projects.

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4207a Germanna Hwy Locust Grove, VA 22508 20

540.972.9040

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You can reach Penny and Charlie at 540-903-9732 for all of your real estate needs.

Showroom Hours:

Monday-Friday 9-4:30 Saturday 10-1 Additional hours by appointment.

Contact us about in home consultation.

Serving Lake of the Woods for over 25 years.

Class A contractor – Bonded / Insured