Pocono Farms Weathervane - June 2022

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IN THIS ISSUE OUR COMMUNITY From Your B.O.D.

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Sunday, June 19th, 2022 10:30am-1:30pm

From the General Manager

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B.O.D. Meeting Dates

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Public Safety

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Enjoy a great brunch celebrating all the dads for Father’s Day!

Neighborhood Watch

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B.O.D. Candidates

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Save the Date

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Father’s Day Menu

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Round by Round

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Fun with Fitness

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From You r Boa r d Of Dir ec tor s

BY ANNET TE DOERR If you’ve been driving around our community recently, I’m sure you’ve seen some of the improvements we’re hard at work on. While we were all disappointed about having to keep the pool closed, our beach area is now larger than ever to welcome more residents that would normally be at the pool. Alli and our Recreation team is doing a great job and has purchased more kayaks and paddle boards that can be reserved free of charge to our residents.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS: President Vice-President Treasurer Secretary Director Director Director Director Director

Steve Bunker Frank Milano James Yando Annette Doerr Richard McCormick Steve Baker Renee McClure James Ribardo Bill Weimer Jr.

COMMITTEES: • A & B, Environmental, Crime Watch • Finance • Golf • Recreation, Tennis, Pool, Fitness • Communications/ Long Range Planning

Rich McCormick Jim Yando Jim Ribardo Steve Baker Renee McClure

DEPARTMENT HEADS General Manager 894-4435 ext. 100

Dave Timko dtimko@poconofarms.com

You’ve probably also noticed our new playground upgrades. Our new playground area will be state of the art and ADA Complaint. It will be able to accommodate more of our children in a safe, fun enjoinment.

Asst. General Manager 894-4435 ext. 132

Katrina Weithman katrinaw@poconofarms.com

Our golf course has been up and running since early April. All of our residents are welcome to enjoy our golf course. Again, you do not have to be a golf member. We have very affordable Resident Non-Member rates for you to get out there and get golfing. Stop by the Pro Shop and see what we have to offer.

Controller 894-4435 ext. 103

Milt Kwasnik controller@poconofarms.com

Golf Pro 894-4435 ext. 110

Kyle Monahan golfshop@poconofarms.com

Greens Superintendent 894-4435

Jeff Lesoine jeffreyl3@poconofarms.com

Chef 894-4435 ext. 130

Tom Mack pfkitchen@poconofarms.com

Recreation Director 894-4435 ext. 113

Alli Strauch recreationdir@poconofarms.com

A few reminders for you as we move into warmer weather: • 954 Route 196, Tobyhanna, PA

“I Live in Pocono Farms”

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570-894-3400 TEXT: 570-977-8948 FAX: 570-894-3300 CELL: 570-977-8948 TOLL FREE: 888-466-7177

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• Virginia M. (Ginger) Battisto BROKER | OWNER GingerB@GingerBRealty.com

Lawns shall be mowed to a height of no more than 4 inches and weeds must be controlled. (Section 106 – F) Violations shall result in weekly fines. Cord wood/logs should be neatly stacked. Violations shall result in weekly fines (Section 106 – G).

Pets are not allowed at any PFCCA owned amenity area other than a service/emotional support animal with the appropriate documentation (Section 71-5 Pets A). Dogs must be officially tagged by licensing authority of the state. Dogs must always be leashed. No dogs or animals are allowed on the golf course, beach, docks, lake, pool area, grassy area along and behind beach and Country Club at any time. Barking dogs may not be left outside between the hours of 9 P.M. and 7 A.M. Noisy animals must be kept inside so as not to disturb other residents (Section 106 – S).

The golf course is open. Baby strollers, mopeds, skateboards, roller blades, bicycles, are not permitted on golf course, cart paths, or its adjacent grounds. Walking and jogging on cart paths is permitted when course is closed for golfing (Section 116).

Fireworks are prohibited except by a permit in accordance with the laws of Pennsylvania.

A. Fireworks are prohibited throughout the community (Section 111 – S).

Get outside and enjoy everything Pocono Farms has to offer, it’s a great time of year to try something new!

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Public Safety & Compliance Director Artie Furman 894-4435 ext. 105 afurman@poconofarms.com Maintenance 894-4435

Dave Winters pfmaint@poconofarms.com

Fitness Director 894-4435 ext. 116

Krissie Aylward fitness@poconofarms.com

Member Services 894-4435 ext. 106

Susan Nevarez admin@poconofarms.com

Pocono Farms Realty 894-0300

Lex Colon lex.colon.realtor@gmail.com

Website/Communications Kathleen Nealon Coordinator webcomcord@poconofarms.com 894-4435 ext. 201

The official publication of the Pocono Farms Country Club Association, Inc. PUBLISHED BY NIKI JONES AGENCY, INC. 39 Front Street, Port Jervis, New York 12771 P: 845.856.1266 E: info@nikijones.com Articles appearing in The Weathervane are presented as a community service. They do not necessarily represent the views of the publisher or of the Pocono Farms Country Club Association, Inc. The publisher and the PFCCA disclaim any liability for any advertisements published herein, in no way endorse or guarantee these ads and reserve the right to reject any ads submitted.

Position of advertising in the newspaper is not guaranteed.

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2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETINGS LOCATION: COMMUNITY ROOM BELOW THE CLUBHOUSE ALL MEETING TIMES ARE 7PM UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

June 17, 2022 | July 15, 2022 Annual Meeting July 16, 2022 - 10am

From T he Gener a l M a n ager

BY DAVE TIMKO As Spring winds down, we start to gear up for our busy season. Along with that, we start to see a lot more of our members outdoors, in and around the Pocono Farms Community.

Over the past 6 years, there have been over 650 properties that have changed ownership. We can attest to that as we are seeing many new faces at the activities/ events/ and in the Lakeside Grill & Pub. This is really positive for Pocono Farms!!

As we enter the busy season, we would like to stress the importance of having your PFCCA badge with its current year amenities sticker, with you when you are out on the property, frequenting the amenities, or having something to eat in the Lakeside Grill & Pub. Not only do we know that there are many new members, we also hire seasonal staff who may not know many of the members yet. Having your badge with you to present when you are within the Pocono Farms community, will ensure that our members are the ones using the facilities. This is one of the many challenges we face of not being a gated community. Pocono Farms is not open to the public. The general public cannot: •

Stop by the Lakeside Grill & Pub for something to eat or drink

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Or any of the PFCCA owner’s amenities. The public can make a tee time to play golf and pay the appropriate fee. We can also host events in the banquet room at the prevailing rates.

The point here being, please do not be offended when your server asks for your badge when you visit the Lakeside Grill & Pub. Serving the public would be in direct violation of the PFCCA liquor license. Similarly, if you were out on the beach or playground area, Public Safety may ask to see your badge. They are just ensuring that our members, and their guests, are the ones using the amenities that you, as a member of PFCCA, are paying to operate and maintain.

With close to 1,500 homes within Pocono Farms, it is impossible for us to know every member and your guest. You and/or your guest having a badge or pass will help us in making sure that your facilities are being used by your fellow members.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as summer approaches. If you have any questions regarding the badges, amenity stickers, or guest passes, please contact our Member Services office.

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Neighbor hood Watch

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BY RUSS KELLY Summer is here and things have brightened up at the farms! Trees have new leaves, the grass is growing, and the flowers are in bloom. This is the time of the year when some of you will be getting letters from our code official because the grass is getting too long, or you haven’t cleaned up your property yet. Most of the calls I’ve been receiving lately are about uncovered propane tanks. Need a little guidance on covering them? Call Artie, our code official. Don’t get mad, it’s his job! If you have driven around the farms at all, you are aware of the number of new houses that have been built and the renovations that have gone on during the past year.

New homes mean new people and new members in the community! Do what you can to welcome our new neighbors and encourage them to take advantage of our amenities. Sadly, as you probably all know by now, one of our amenities, the pool will not be opening this year. A major reconstruction is necessary, so the expansion of our lake facility will have to do this year. I’m sure extra effort will be done to make the lake as family friendly as possible!

Over the years, Pocono Farms Country Club has received high marks from the local police department.

Every year, our crime watch luncheon has been attended by the local police and we have been told that we have fewer police calls than other communities in the area. They have told us that crime watch volunteers make a big difference in the type calls that are received. However, there is a kind of crime that can’t be helped by a volunteer system, and that is scam callers. I’m sure all of us have heard from this kind of criminal. They’re on the phone, and on your computers. They’re slick, and many of us have fallen for their scams at one time or another. For those of you who do not receive an AARP bulletin, I encourage you to find a May 2022 edition. This provides a very detailed look at how these scams work; how much each scammer makes, and the longterm use of your information.

In April, our little band of volunteers rode the roads for 110 hours. You could help spread the time by giving up a couple of hours a month. Call the office at 570-894-4435 or leave a message for Russ Kelly at 570-894-4034.

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BY ARTIE FURMAN - CMCA , AMS

As you read this, it is hard to believe that the year is already half over! It seems as if we just started the year the Farms. One thing I must touch upon in this article is a situation that has been ongoing for a little while. I am here to remind you all what the rules are within the Farms and to start, I would like to discuss the fire issue. Now, fires are permitted when you have the proper receptacle and the correct material. The reports we have been experiencing are bonfires in the occasional burn barrel containing incorrect burning material.

I’ve seen construction material, furniture, kitchen cabinets, and so on.

These things have never been allowed within Pocono Farms and Coolbaugh Township. The only type of material you are allowed to burn are natural items such as sticks, branches or wood that would be cut up from a fallen tree. Another item I would like to touch upon is fireworks. Again, fireworks are NEVER allowed within Pocono Farms. They are also not allowed within Coolbaugh Township except one day per year and that is the Fourth of July - with a permit.

That is why we do our own Fourth of July celebration every year! Even though you can buy them in the state legally, not that many places in Pennsylvania allow you to shoot them off. The fine in Pocono Farms for shooting off fireworks is $500, and within Coolbaugh Twp. is $600. I know you will find it hard to believe, but every incident so far this year has been the long-term resident and homeowner of Pocono Farms, not the short-term rental people as many may think. So, please be mindful of the rules and regulations and should you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out as we are just a phone call away. Thank you and have a safe, happy summer!

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ANNUAL MEETING REMINDER

2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION CANDIDATES

SATURDAY JULY 16 AT 10:00AM

This year, there were (4) four candidates running for four open seats on the all-volunteer PFCCA, Inc. Board of Directors. The four candidates pictured below will now fill those positions. Three seats were open, each for a three-year term. One seat was open for a one-year term.

A previously elected Board member moved to Florida, which left the remainder of his term open for one year. With four candidates running for four positions on the board, there is no need to mail election ballots or engage a Judge of Elections. The next mailing correspondence will be that of the announcement of the Annual Meeting, to be mailed around June 24th, announcing the location of the annual meeting, and any voting issues that will be presented to the membership in attendance at the meeting, for a vote.

IF A QUORUM IS NOT ATTAINED ON THE ORIGINAL DATE OF 7/16/22, A SECOND MEETING DATE WILL BE AUGUST 6TH AT 10AM

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BY ORRY GRAS SI Let’s briefly talk about the mental aspect of Golf. Like myself, some people are apprehensive about the game. Many think that it is easy to hit a little ball on a tee or off the grass, but after trying a few times, they realize that it is harder than it looks. They will end up hitting grounders or never hit straight. This is what makes it intriguing. It is a game where you try to beat your own performance. Always remember, to not let your mind trick you and never give up! Everything gets better with practice and our Golf Pro is always here to lend a helping hand.

I would like to advise everyone golf etiquette on the course including – do not play slow, do not hit into other golfers, try to stay within two or three shots of the groups ahead and finally, fix all turf that you disturb.

All these examples help keep the course is great playing condition for future groups. Our Golf Pro and greens keeper work hard to keep our course in pristine conditions. Reminder that Junior Golf starts this month! To sign up your little ones, contact Kyle at the Pro Shop at 570894-4435 ext. 111.

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F un w it h Fitness

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BY KRISSIE AYLWARD, PFCCA FITN ESS DIRECTOR

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Oh no what are we going to do without Water Aerobics???

No fear, I got you covered!! There are a couple different options to choose from, one is NOT sitting at home doing nothing. You can come into the fitness center and purchase a class card for $25. That gains you access to 6 classes of your choice, or you can join the fitness center for three months for ONLY $147 single or $225 couple. That gains you full access the fitness center and classes plus any fitness related events that may be planned outside.

Well, what are you planning, Krissie? I thought you’d never ask!

Yoga on the Beach with Abby begins on Saturday June 18th at 8 am. This class is held outside on the beach weather permitting. It runs every Saturday at 8 am until Labor Day. If the weather holds out, we will extend it provided Abby is available to teach. We ask that you bring your own mat, props, towel, and water and arrive 10 minutes prior to class to get signed in and set up. The beach is perfect and so peaceful at this time of morning. Join us and start your weekend off right.

Pilates will also be returning for the summer months on Friday mornings. This is held indoors in the fitness center classroom, but if we can get outside in the grass we will.

Linda is a fabulous Pilates instructor! I encourage you to come on in and tighten and tone those abs!!

Butts and Guts is always a fun class and if I can get us outside in the evenings I will. I’d love to be able to get my hands on a big tire and maybe a rubber mallet so we can try out some CrossFit type workouts for the summer. Butts and Guts is held at 5:30 pm on Monday evenings.

I have also been talking with Alli, our Recreation Director, about planning some Zumba events on the beach or the lawn. Maybe a little Glo Zumba, an 80’s night, and other themed Zumba/Cardio dance workouts. Watch for email blasts on how to sign up!!

None of that suits you, that’s ok! A great alternative to Water Aerobics is our Chair Yoga classes and our Happy Hearts class. Chair yoga is held Tuesday and Thursday at 10 am in the fitness classroom. Happy Hearts will be held Wednesdays at 10 am in the classroom as well. If weather permits, we can bring the chairs outside, and you can enjoy the fresh air and the garden view.

Our new recumbent bikes are due to arrive in June as well. As a fitness member you will have access to the machines and equipment inside the gym. The recumbent bikes are great for those with back and joint issues. You can ride to your hearts content with an interactive screen that will take you on a journey thru the mountains or along the sandy beach. You can watch your favorite TV show or listen to your choice of music.

Whatever you fancy.

I think I have given you plenty of alternatives to Water Aerobics, but I do want you to know I will miss teaching this class so much! I look forward to it each year and the friendly faces, the smiles and the laughs will be truly missed.

I hope to see those faces and smiles and hear those laughs in the fitness center this summer! Please come on in and let’s chat about how we can accommodate you for the summer.

As always thank you for the kind words and support, I appreciate all of you!

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