2024 June Birchbark

The Birchbark

NEW MEMBERS PAGE 5

GOLF PAGE 19

CALENDAR JUNE/JULY PAGE 22/23

The Board Corner

A New Season of Elevated Experiences

Welcome to a new season at Orchard Lake Country Club, where we have been hard at work enhancing our amenities and services to ensure your experience is better than ever!

Golf Course and Program Enhancements

We have been busy on the course already this spring! The tee boxes on holes 3, 7, and 16 have been rebuilt and enlarged, and we are in the process of refreshing several bunkers. We expanded and resurfaced the cart staging area to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion during peak times.

Also, check our brand-new Golf Handbook, your comprehensive guide to everything golf at OLCC. Inside, you will find information on policies, fees, our caddie program, handicap policy, tournament schedules, key dates, staff contacts, frequently asked questions, and much more.

Culinary Delights

A warm round of applause for Chef Tyler, who has stepped into the role of Executive Chef and aspires to take our culinary program to new heights. His updated and expanded menu has been met with rave reviews, and the weekly specials will be on-going and something fun and new to try. Behind the scenes, we have made some ala carte kitchen enhancements to expedite service, and we are piloting mobile tablets for faster, more accurate ordering in both the dining room and poolside. As a special touch, we have introduced a new bread and water service to elevate your dining experience.

Exquisite Wine Program

Our refreshed wine program promises even more exciting wine dinners and a wider selection of events. During the off-season, we installed temperature-controlled wine coolers in the lounge bar to showcase our wine locker holders' collections and provide easy access. Throughout the year, we will be offering exclusive deals on wine, available first to our wine locker holders:

• Exclusive Wine Tastings: Wine locker members will enjoy access to exclusive wine tasting events throughout the season.

• Priority Reservations: Wine locker holders will have first access to reservations for all wine-related events, including wine dinners and specialty tastings.

• Discounts: Wine locker holders will receive a 25% discount on wine tasting events (excluding wine dinners and specialty dinners).

Exciting Additions to the Courts, Waterfront, and Online

Two of our clay courts have been resurfaced, allowing for an extended season of play as they can be used earlier in the spring and later in the fall. Equally as exciting and by demand, these courts can also be converted into six pickleball courts, promising a fun-filled summer!

We are also thrilled to welcome Paige Loskill as our new Director of Waterfront Activities. As a long-time member of the OLCC family, Paige is the perfect leader for all things sailing, boating, and waterfront related.

Introducing Our New Website

We are excited to unveil our brand-new website, designed to make your Orchard Lake experience even smoother. With its streamlined interface and enhanced features, you will be able to effortlessly book tee times, reserve dining tables, the pontoon and sail boats and even secure your spot on the courts.

We are excited to share these new enhancements with you and look forward to seeing you at the club this season!

All the best,

Peter R. Swick & your OLCC Board of Governors

2024

Board of Governors

President

Mark George

Vice President

Eric Schwab

Treasurer

John Higgins

Secretary

Bob Sullivan

Governors

Katie Izzo

Gregg Speaks

Matt Pappas

Pat Flynn

Don Lough

General Manager

Peter Swick

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Orchard Lake Management Team

Administration

Peter Swick General Manager pswick@orchardlakecc.com

David Simpson Clubhouse Manager dsimpson@orchardlakecc.com

Marty Agnello Controller magnello@orchardlakecc.com

Nicole Petrone Membership Marketing Director npetrone@orchardlakecc.com

Beth Deaton Website Administrator bdeaton@orchardlakecc.com

Carol Molina Director of Human Resources cmolina@orchardlakecc.com

Hospitality

Tyler Colman Executive Chef tcolman@orchardlakecc.com

Sarah Harris

Catering Director sharris@orchardlakecc.com

Atara Krakoff

Assistant Catering Director akrakoff@orchardlakecc.com

Greg Stangis Food & Beverage Director gstangis@orchardlakecc.com

Nathalie Fregonara Banquet Manager nfregonara@orchardlakecc.com

Jill Viculis Director of Dining Services jviculis@orchardlakecc.com

Tom Kruszewski Fitness Director tkruszewski@orchardlakecc.com

Golf Operations

Brian Sleeman PGA Head Professional bsleeman@orchardlakecc.com

Aaron McMaster Green Superintendent mcmaster@orchardlakecountryclub.com

John Gilbert

Golf Services Manager jgilbert@orchardlakecc.com

Racquet Sports

Lincoln Wirgau Racquets Director lwirgau@orchardlakecc.com

Lakefront

Kevin Fogarty Swim Team Coach

Doug Irey Pool Manager

Paige Loskill Waterfront Director sailing@orchardlakecc.com

Orchard Lake Country Club

OLCC MEMBERSHIP

Welcome New Members

Junior A Member

Jordan & Douglas Muller

Bundled–Marketing Leader

Social

Christopher & Malak Schreiber Schreiber Advisors, PC - Partner

Children: Elijah, Hazel, Gabriel, Noah

Not Pictured:

Active (MiW) Member

Scott & Jody Ciesl

Detroit Manufacturing Systems – Chief Commercial Officer

Children: Connor, Kaleigh, Catherine

Not Pictured:

Social

Thomas Stowers & Brittney Morgan

The Creative Mobility Group, Inc. –Sr. Vice President, Marketing Director

Children: Edison

Save the Dates

JUNE

Thurs – Sat.13-15 The Players Invitational

Sunday, 16 Father’s Day Brunch/Dinner

Saturday, 22 “Smoke on the Water, Fire in the Sky”

JULY

Thursday, 4 Family Fun Day

Thurs. – Sat. 18-20

The Blue Coat Invitational

AUGUST

Fri., 23–Sat. 24 Family Camp Out

Saturday, 31 End of Summer Party

SEPTEMBER

Monday, 2 Labor Day Buffet

Tuesday, 3 Clubhouse and Golf Course Closed

Thursday, 19 Past Governors’ Golf & Dinner

Sunday, 29 Annual OLCC Family 5K Walk/Run

OCTOBER

Friday, 4 Glow Golf

Sunday, 6 Kids’ Etiquette Class

Friday, 18 Fall Wine Tasting

Wednesday, 23 Caddie Banquet

Saturday, 26 Family Halloween Party

NOVEMBER

Friday, 1 President’s Party

Wednesday, 20 Ladies Night Out/ Holiday Boutique

Thursday, 21 Ladies Holiday Boutique

Thursday, 28 Thanksgiving Buffet

DECEMBER

Thursday, 5 Annual Meeting

Saturday, 7 Santa Brunch

Sunday, 8 Santa Brunch

Friday, 13 Holiday Lunch Buffet

Saturday, 14 Christmas Cheer

Sunday, 22 Going Out with a Bang!

JUNE & JULY

Tuesday-Saturday

Lunch 11am - 3pm Dinner 5pm-9pm Sunday Brunch 11-2:30pm Sunday Dinner 5-9pm

GOLF SHOP HOURS JUNE & JULY Tuesday -

7:30am-7:00pm Saturday - Sunday 6:30am - 7:00pm

OLCC Lake House Hours

Weekends only starting May 25 & 26, 12 – 7pm May 27 (Memorial Day), 12 – 7pm June 1 & 2, 12 – 7pm

Daily operations starting June 4:

Tuesday – Thursday, 11am – 7pm

Friday, 11am – 3:30pm (Lakehouse Dining 5:30 – 8pm reservations)

Saturday, 11am – 8pm

Sunday, 11am – 7pm

OLCC Pool Hours

Weekends only starting May 25 & 26, 12 – 7pm May 27 (Memorial Day), 12 – 7pm

June 1 & 2, 12 – 7pm

Daily operations starting June 4: Tuesday – Thursday & Sunday, 12 – 8pm

Friday - Saturday, 12 – 9pm

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A Letter From The Pro Summer Golf at OLCC

It’s beginning to feel a lot like summer! The golf course is in phenomenal shape and our 2024 programming is well underway as the days get longer and we all look forward to another great season together.

Women’s Golf

Thank you to those of you who joined us for Women’s Opening Day – we hope you enjoyed both the lunch meeting and the day of camaraderie on the course. As a reminder, Thursday mornings are reserved for women’s golf at Orchard Lake, whether you are part of the 18-Hole Women’s Golf Association enjoying one of our weekly games or just looking for another chance to get out on the course with your fellow lady members. We’ve got our eyes set on some fun events coming up this month, from the start of Women's League on June 4 to the Member-Member on June 6 and the Ringer Tournament June 26-27. We’re also excited about updates to the two-day women’s member-guest under the new title of “The Blue Lake Cup” on July 10-11! Please contact me or Drew Jenkins if you have any questions on our women’s golf program as we build on the growth and momentum of the last few years.

Men’s Golf

Though Men’s League has been rolling along for several weeks now, the Early Bird kicked off the men’s golf season in earnest on May 4, with great weather and an always enjoyable mixer format. Round 1 of the President’s Cup will be over by the time you read this message, and the two-day Tin Lizzie tournament will be underway! The Players Invitational follows in a couple of weeks and includes a few tweaks as always to ensure a great time for you and your guest. Shortly after comes the Men’s Senior Club Championship, now featuring the gross tournament and the always popular Ralph Dailey net divisions at the same time, June 22-23. Contact me or Ben Poppy if you have any questions on any of these events!

Junior Golf

Dominic DiLisi and the team have had a great start to the season with After School Golf in May, and now have their sights set on the summer program beginning on June 11. We’re excited to implement some new enhancements this year with smaller student to instructor ratios, new teaching tools, and an updated PGA Junior

League experience to ensure our youngest members have their best summer of golf yet at Orchard Lake. Our new academy is also set to begin offering personalized, next-level instruction for our competitive high school age players preparing for the Motown Cup series and fall golf. Dominic is also available for private and small group lessons outside of these programs for anyone looking for more opportunities to improve their game.

Orchard Lake Charity Pro-Am

Not many clubs in the Midwest – let alone Southeast Michigan –offer the chance to play alongside some of the best players in the world on your home course, sharing stories and laughs over cocktails afterward. That’s exactly what the Orchard Lake Charity ProAm entails, all while raising money and awareness for the Rocket Giving Fund and Evans Scholar Foundation. The event committee has planned some enjoyable updates for this year’s event where we’ll be excited to welcome back honorary member Will Zalatoris and his cohorts from the PGA Tour. It’s an unforgettable experience to share with your friends, family, colleagues, and clients, so please contact Brian Sleeman with any questions or to sign up. This year’s event is set for Monday, June 24!

Course Care

We’re so fortunate to call one of the best courses in the Midwest home, and it’s incumbent on all of us to ensure it always looks and plays its absolute best. To that end, please be mindful of properly repairing all ball marks, refilling divots, and raking bunkers as stewards of the club, and set an example for your friends and family members to ensure they do the same.

Eagles for Children

Lastly, and as a reminder, please be sure to report your aces and eagles to the Golf Shop all season long. Each eagle gets recorded and highlighted on our digital Eagles for Children board and leads to a sizeable charitable donation on behalf of the club at the end of each year. For more information on the Eagles for Children program, please visit their website at eaglesforchildren.org or contact me with any questions. Take dead aim out there and be sure to let us know when you score another eagle for the kids!

Enjoy your summer season and please reach out if I or my team can do anything to help you maximize your enjoyment of the club. We look forward to seeing you!

Brian Sleeman PGA Head Professional

Brian Sleeman PGA Head Professional

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EQUIPMENT FITTING DAYS

Kjus – whether you pronounce it “schuss,” “k-juice,” or something in between – has been an exciting addition to our golf shop this season. Kjus was founded as a ski apparel brand in 2000 by its namesake, Norwegian Olympic skiing champion Lasse Kjus. A little over ten years ago, Kjus first brought its forward-thinking approach to the golf world, and it’s flourished ever since. Their golf apparel integrates premium materials and innovative design for the highest quality performance in the sun, rain, wind, and snow. Stop by the Golf Shop to check out the layering and outerwear pieces on offer, noting that our team will be happy to assist with a special order for anything in their product line!

The West Shore Boutique is enjoying a successful start to its first full season, offering a variety of lifestyle apparel, accessories, and gift ideas in a spa-like setting in the women’s locker room. Our team is regularly bringing in new items to freshen up the assortment and round out your shopping experience at Orchard Lake. And men, don’t worry – our staff is happy to help if you are looking for a gift idea for the ladies in your life! Simply speak with Jasmine or Rachel in the shop and they will be glad to share their expertise and pass along all the credit to you!

BETTINARDI

July 21 (12:00 – 4:00 pm)

CALLAWAY

June 18 (2:00 – 6:00 pm)

July 24 (2:00 – 6:00 pm)

MIZUNO

June 8 (12:00 – 4:00 pm)

TITLEIST

July 6 (11:00 am – 4:00 pm)

XXIO

May 31 (1:00 – 5:00 pm)

July 27 (11:00 am – 3:00 pm)

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2024 EARLY BIRD RESULTS

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EVANS BOOSTER PROGRAM

The Evans Scholars Foundation - administered by the Western Golf Association - has been a part of the Orchard Lake caddie program for over 60 years, with 57 young men and women from Orchard Lake awarded this life-changing scholarship in that time. This annual scholarship covers full tuition expenses and room and board, and is awarded to deserving caddies exhibiting excellent character, strong academic performance, financial need, and an outstanding caddie record.

Orchard Lake members currently support the Evans Scholars Foundation through participation in the Par Club, an annual donation with a minimum amount of $250. Following its successful debut last year, we are once again pleased to announce an Evans Booster program to increase awareness of this important scholarship opportunity and to recognize those members who go above and beyond in their support. It works as follows:

Those members interested in donating a minimum amount of $1,000 in a given year will be recognized with a special caddie bib to be worn by their caddies at Orchard Lake throughout

the season. This bib highlights the Evans Scholar program and includes a personalized plate bearing the member's name, similar to the design worn by Tour player caddies. It is our way of saying "thank you" in a visible way while also raising awareness of this incredibly important program. If you are interested in contributing at this level or if you have any questions on the Evans Scholar program, please contact Brian Sleeman. Billing will be administered through your Orchard Lake account, with all proceeds going directly to the Evans Scholars Foundation.

1. David Smith, Terry Monahan, David Boerger, Dan Gheesling (-7)

T2 Pat Flynn, Scott Conrad, Pat Fishman, Michael Meredith (-3)

Ben Green, Peter Ginopolis, Joe George, Larry Raymond (-3)

T2 Chris Allen, John DiSalvo, Peter Beveridge, Felipe Kohn (-3)

5. Ken Landini, Brandon Finkel, Dan Kelley, Paul Konopacke (-1)

OLCC RACQUETS

Summer Racquets News

A Letter From the Pro

This is an exciting time at Orchard Lake Country Club! With the kids out of school and the warmer weather arriving, it's the perfect opportunity for both junior and adult members to enjoy the tennis facilities and programs.

For junior players, having a full tennis schedule means they will have plenty of opportunities to improve their skills, take part in lessons and clinics, and possibly even compete in some friendly matches or tournaments. It's an excellent way for them to stay active and engaged during the summer break while developing their tennis abilities.

For the adults, a full tennis program provides an opportunity to get out on the courts, socialize with other members, and even receive professional instruction to refine their game. Whether they're seasoned players looking to sharpen their skills or newcomers eager to learn, there's something for everyone in the adult tennis program.

Orchard Lake Country Club is getting ready for an exciting summer filled with tennis and camaraderie. It's a fantastic opportunity for members of all ages to stay active, have fun, and enjoy everything the club has to offer.

Orchard Lake Country Club has created a diverse adult tennis schedule for the summer, catering to players of all levels and preferences. Here's a breakdown of the offerings:

Weekday Mornings:

• Cardio Tennis (Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday, 9-10 am): A dynamic workout combining tennis drills with cardiovascular exercise. Open to all levels, it's a great way to start the day and improve fitness while honing tennis skills.

• Friday Morning Training (9-10:30 am (3.0 and under) and 10:3012 pm 3.5+ USTA ranking ): These tailored sessions, based on USTA rankings, provide focused training for players at different skill levels. Led by experienced instructors Keri and Lincoln, participants

can expect personalized guidance to enhance their game.

Weekend Mornings:

• Saturday Morning Cardio N Play (8:30-10 am): A fun and energetic session combining cardio exercises with tennis play, specifically designed for players with a USTA ranking of 3.5 and higher.

• Saturday and Sunday Morning Cardio N Play (8:30-10 am): Similar to Saturday's session, this is open to players of all levels and offers an invigorating start to the weekend.

• Sunday Morning Cardio with High School Kids (10-11am): An opportunity for adult players to engage in cardio tennis alongside high school players, fostering a sense of community and friendly competition.

Weekday Evenings:

• Tuesday Evening Beginner Adult Tennis Class (5:30-6:30 pm): This class is ideal for those new to tennis, providing fundamental instruction and skill development in a supportive environment.

• Tuesday Evening Drill and Play with Keri (6:30-8pm): Following the beginner class, this session is tailored for USTA-ranked players of 3.0 and up. It offers a combination of drills and match play to sharpen skills and strategy.

• Wednesday Ladies Night (6-7:30 pm): A social and competitive evening for female players, featuring organized play and networking opportunities.

• Wednesday Men's Doubles Play (6:30-8 pm): A chance for male players to enjoy friendly doubles matches and improve their game in a relaxed setting.

Weekend Midday Clinics:

• Saturday and Sunday Beginner/Intermediate Level Clinics (11am12 pm): Structured clinics designed to cater to players looking to improve their skills and confidence on the court.

With such a diverse array of offerings throughout the week, Orchard Lake Country Club is sure to provide its adult members with ample opportunities for tennis enjoyment and improvement over the summer season.

Lincoln Wirgau, USPTA Director of Racquets

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A Note From Charlie Schuster

My name is Charlie Schuster. I started working at Orchard Lake back in 2010 after my graduation from college. More recently, I’ve coached under Lincoln’s directorship for the last 5 years. In total, I’ve put in almost a decade here at the club. In the winters, I prioritize my tutoring business while still trying to make time for some paddle.

I was introduced to pickleball relatively early into the craze by a friend. Most of these players had little rackets background, but they’d spent plenty of time on the court and developed a sixth sense for the game. Flash forward a few years and tennis players were taking over the game by force. The skills transfer naturally, and yet, a sheer reliance on tennis fundamentals won’t get you to the next level. I was stubborn, but I’ve learned a lot and hope to save new players some grief as they learn to play the game. As we’ve seen in some of our cardio tennis classes, a little athleticism can take you a long way in a rackets sport. The same is true for paddle, where it can be frustrating as a beginner to watch athletes stab and sprint their way to victory.

My goal for our classes will not be to teach you athleticism. My goal will be to teach you the pickleball skills and strategies that improve all players. Your ranking, whether it be on the 5.0 scale or just amongst your peers, should be based on your ability to play the game effectively given your abilities. And while the very best players are incredibly athletic, you can play at a remarkably high level with some simple strategies and racket skills.

In conjunction with our classes, we will be running several weekly open plays. Pickleball is fun to play, and play is essential for developing the skills you learn in class (or on YouTube). The availability of our brand new hard courts, with lining for six pickleball courts, is going to make our open play a tremendous experience.

I’m looking forward to seeing you all this summer.

2024 Interclub Schedule: Girls 12pm, Boys 1:30pm, Red/Orange 12:30pm

June 14

Red - FLCC

10s - PLCC

12s - OHCC

14/18s - OLCC

July 5

Orange -OHCC

10s - BOH

12s - FLCC 14/18s -OLCC

June 21

Orange - BCC

10s - BAC

12s - OLCC 14/18s -PLCC

July 12

Red - BAC

10s - BCC 12s -OLCC 14/18s -PLCC

June 28

Red - OLCC

10s - PLCC

12s - FLCC 14/18s -BOH

July 19

Orange - BOH

10s - OLCC

12s - BAC 14/18s BCC

July 26 - Rainout Date

July 19 Grand Slam Cup

OLCC RACQUETS

Tennis Spotlight- Brennan Cannaday

Hello, everyone! My name is Brennan Cannaday, and this will be my fifth summer as an assistant coach at Orchard. I graduated from Shrine High School last spring, and I will be a second-year honors student at Michigan State University this fall. While I am unsure which major I intend to graduate with, I am pursuing interests in Supply Chain Management, Computer Science, and Finance. My first year on campus was an amazing experience, and I proudly can say that I almost made it to every home soccer, football, and basketball game! This spring, I joined Delta Sigma Pi, a professional business fraternity that has connected me with many MSU alumni and fostered my professional development. I am not certain what field I would like to enter, so I am always eager to hear about our members’ career paths. I also was involved with the MSU pickleball club, so I am very happy to see the brandnew hard courts coming in at Orchard this summer.

Tennis Spotlight- Natalie Raab

Hi everyone! My name is Natalie Raab, and I am so excited to be back for my third summer at Orchard Lake! I am a rising sophomore at University of Michigan, majoring in communications.  I am a huge football fan and will talk about it any chance I get!

I’ve been a part of the tennis community since the age of 6 and grew up playing at Pine Lake Country Club.  I played varsity tennis at Bloomfield Hills High School and was a state

After nearly half a decade, I am excited that Orchard Lake will finally be hosting Interclub Finals this year. I have gotten to know our kids for many years now, and it has been a privilege to watch them grow as both players and people. Lincoln and the coaching staff strive to improve their game while creating a fun and engaging environment for the kids, and the program’s growth and overall success reflects this. Nothing would fit better than to see the kids win the championship this year. Outside of the youth program, you will find me involved with adult cardio classes, private lessons, and winter paddle. My favorite thing is meeting parents of our youth players in the adult classes—sometimes I can spot the resemblance, first!

You will usually be able to find me around the courts most days, but you can always call to reach me if you have a question or would just like to chat! OLCC has a great community-based culture, and I will take any opportunity to meet new people. That said, I look forward to the start of the season and seeing everyone I missed this past year

champion at both two and three doubles and a state runner up at one doubles.  My favorite place to be on-court is at the net, and I try to get up there every point no matter what! I now play USTA tennis, so I am always playing the game.

I love Orchard Lake for its kind members and incredible staff, and I enjoy working with all ages and levels of play, so contact me to schedule time for a lesson or to hit.  I can’t wait to see some familiar faces soon!

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2024 Junior Interclub Tennis Finals are hosted by OLCC this summer!

OLCC Sailing News 24'

Paige Loskill Waterfront/Sailing Director

Happy June everyone!

This month is all about the kickoff of our summer season. I am so grateful and proud to have a staff this year that continues to uphold the high expectations of quality and attentiveness to detail. By now we have had our sailboats in the water for about a month, and just like years past we are open to all! Regardless of your previous sailing experience, whether it be vast or miniscule, we would love to have you all down here to take advantage of our most beautiful natural resource, Orchard Lake.

Over the last couple years and especially in the past few months we have been figuring out how to grow our waterfront in ways that benefit our members best. With that being said, as we see an increase in usage with our paddle boards and kayaks, we are happy to announce we have acquired 5 brand new paddle boards (bringing our total to 15) as well as 5 brand new Hobie kayaks.

I am incredibly excited to announce that we have been invited to participate in the first ever One-Design Regatta at Crescent Sail Yacht Club this June 15th and 16th. This is an incredible opportunity to showcase the vastness of talent we have at Orchard Lake.

This year will be similar to years past in regard to how our waterfront will run. The dock will be open every evening Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00am until 7:00pm. Last call to launch off the dock is 6:00pm, with a hard close at 7:00pm. Just a reminder, we do not send out paddle boards or kayaks during junior class hours - please refer to the junior program schedule for our times!

Please note that Pontoon and Sailboat reservations can be made through our new app and website, and can still be made by phone call or down at the waterfront.

Looking forward to seeing you all down at the dock!

Paige Loskill Waterfront Director

SWIM

Doug Irey From the Pool Deck

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Letter From

Doug Irey Pool & Waterfront Director

What a great Memorial Day weekend! Every day I am astounded by the weather and beautiful setting that the membership is fortunate to enjoy at Orchard Lake Country Club. I know the belief is that there is a bubble around Orchard Lake as we so infrequently get the terrible storms. Watching the membership enjoying the pool, beach, sailboats, and the culinary experience that Chef and his team has curated makes it easy to understand what makes Orchard Lake unique. It was great to see the Waterfront and Pool come back to life over Memorial Day weekend and to see everyone. Hopefully you noticed the new staffed check-in podiums at the entrance by the parking lot and at the dock. They look great and really help to provide a space for the staff to greet the membership as they arrive.

I have been blessed to have retained many staff members over the past 5 seasons. In fact this year is the first that we started without someone who was a full-time staff member with me when I arrived in 2019. You may see one of my former assistants, Gaby Koechley, from time to time but we will not see her regularly. She just graduated from Michigan State University this past spring and she will continue to gain further clinical experience this summer working with patients and will be applying to ABSN (accelerated nursing) programs while anticipating to start her program this Fall.

Dean Rumely is back this season as Assistant Pool and Waterfront Director. Michaela Fitzsimons is also back this year, but she will be switching roles and helping to mentor some of the guards on staff, while also filling in as a manager from time to time as well. I am thankful for the leadership that they both provide and appreciate their efforts for the membership; I know that the summer of 2024 will be no different for both Dean and Michaela and they will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that we will be able to give the membership an outstanding experience at the Pool and the Waterfront.

If you are new to the Club, welcome! If we have not met yet, please come on down so that the staff and I can meet you and you can enjoy a day by the lake. Whether you are a new or a returning member, I would like to highlight some of our important rules and procedures that help to ensure the safety of all members while at the pool and Lakehouse:

•Please register your party with the guard at the table by the playscape when you arrive.

• A guest fee is charged for members bringing guests to the Pool and Waterfront unless they are using only the picnic grove, attending a club-catered event (unless they are using the pool or the waterfront outside the party/event), or attending evening lakeside dining.  If you use the Orchard Lake Application on your phone this is a seamless way to check-in your guests as you arrive.

•There is no food or glass permitted either on the pool deck or in the locker room.

•There are no coolers permitted on the pool deck or the Lakehouse deck.

•Any swimmer 10 and under must wear an approved life jacket when in the lake.

Hours of Operation-

•Our normal hours of operation are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 12:00pm-8:00pm; Friday and Saturday 12:00pm-9:00pm

•On the following dates the pool will close early due to a Blue Carp home swim meet-

•Sunday, June 23rd

•Sunday, July 14th

•The pool opening may be delayed on Friday, July 12th for the OLCC Mini-Meet that we will host in the morning.

We hope that you will enjoy the summer this year at the pool and the waterfront! It is our mission to provide you with a first-class, safe, friendly, and clean facility to make lasting memories at.

Swimmingly Yours, Douglas Irey Pool and Waterfront Director

BLUE CARP SWIMMING

Join us on June 21 as we celebrate Coach Kevin's remarkable 40th swim season at OLCC!

Let's gather to thank him for his dedication, leadership, and his enduring love for our OLCC swimmers. Let's toast to many more years of OLCC coaching and lifelong memories!

2024 OLCC SWIM TEAM SCHEDULE

june

June 7 OLCC Swim Team Kick-off Party!

June 14 Blue vs. White Meet (team time trials- morning)

June 16 13+ age group meet, “Pontchartrain Relays” @ DGC

June 18 Rookies Program (June 18-28)

June 21 9/10 age group meet, “Rising Stars” @ BCC

June 23 PLCC @ OLCC

June 26 OLCC @ FLCC

June 28 11/12 age group meet, “Gator Bowl” @ FLCC

july

July 7 OLCC @ BCC

July 12 Mini Meet @ OLCC

July 14 BOH @ OLCC

July 21 OLCC @ MCC

July 25 OLCC Team Spirit Night!

July 28 B Finals @ MCC (brunch held afterwards @ OLCC)

august

Aug 2-3 A Finals Preliminaries @ BCC

september

Sept 8 OLCC Swim Team End of the Season Banquet

rookies

Rookies is a free swimming lesson program that the swimming staff offers at the  beginning of the summer season. It serves to introduce children ages 3-6 to the lifeguarding and coaching staff, to acclimate them to the pool, and to improve their swimming skills.

Swimmers will be grouped by age and groups will be fluid as we see their skills and comfort level. The program is offered from 12:0012:30 Tuesdays through Fridays June 18-28.

Kevin Fogarty OLCC Swim Coach

OLCC EVENTS

OLCC CALENDAR