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FEBRUARY 2022 • www.hideoutassoc.com • VOLUME 41 • ISSUE 2

The Hideout Ski Hill

Photo by: Lisa Green President's Message .............................................................4 2022 Amenity Fee Guide ...............................................28, 29 Community Manager's Message ..........................................4 Recreation ..........................................................33, 34, 36, 38 Public Safety Corner .............................................................5 Environmental Page ............................................................35 Facilities Corner ....................................................................5 Winter Sports Complex .......................................................37 Communications Corner ......................................................6 Financials ...........................................................48, 49, 50, 51 Food & Beverage Corner ......................................................6 Employment .............................................................52, 53, 54 Registration Corner ..............................................................6 Area Worship Services ........................................................59 Recreation Corner .................................................................6 Hideout Phone Numbers ...........................................7, 65, 67 Management Team Contacts ................................................7 Classified .............................................................................66 Food & Beverage .......................................8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14 Advertisers' Directory .........................................................68 Proposed Bylaw Amendments for 2022 ..........20, 21, 22, 23 ....................................................................................................

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FROM ANDREW MILLER

Board President’s Message

inally, at long last on, Saturday January 22nd the Ski Hill opened. Despite the balmy -10 degree weather, it was great to see young people and families enjoying the amenity. This was due to the concerted effort of our dedicated Ski Hill staff, Public Works, and Community Manager, Larry Frotton. Special thanks to Board Member Jerry Restano, who lent his electrical expertise and literally crawled into the shed which houses the Ski Hill’s transformer and worked with two electrical engineering firms to determine what was occurring and the best course of action to address it. The Board will continue to give the Ski Hill the attention it deserves to provide the membership with a high level of quality services. And, of course, don’t forget to stop by at the Ski Hill Grill, and enjoy breakfast and lunch.

That same day, we are pleased that new free winter recreational opportunities were launched at Brooks Lake with the addition of ice skating and fishing. Thanks to the Recreation staff for bringing this new amenity to reality. Break out your fishing pole, skates, and thermos and join us at Brooks Lake. For more information, please check our Recreation Manager, John Boandl’s message at http://read. mailer.clubhouseonline-e3.com/csb/ Public/show/c1lg-2htojb--xura5-5a7jqum6. One of the most common questions we receive at Board meetings is the status of a new cell tower. We are currently in negotiations with Liberty Towers to construct a tower near the Stock Farm Road gate. Having served previously as president of the Board when we created

that gate, never did I imagine that we would also be able to use that land to give the community better cell service while also realizing rental revenue. The next steps include obtaining the necessary permits. Thank you Board Member Mike Terranova for his efforts. Stay tuned for further updates. Another new exciting service, “Poker Sundays” is being offered at the Clubhouse. It’s free to play and the Clubhouse will offer great food and drink specials. Additional information about this program can be found at www.WorldTavernPoker.info. Thank you Food and Beverage Manager, Annmarie Rossitto for initiating this. Finally, I am pleased to report that despite the freezing weather conditions, we have an eye toward the summer season. The Hideout’s 50+2 Committee is planning a series of events to mark the Golden Anniversary of the community. We also are finalizing plans for a new expanded Tiki Bar. Complementing this effort to give additional outdoor dining space to the membership, the Board approved new tables, chairs and lounge chairs for the front deck of the Clubhouse. We expect these to be installed in the late spring. In the meantime, hope to see you around the community and stay warm and safe. ■

The Board initiated a program to recognize Hideout Members who are marking special milestones. If any member you know is celebrating a special milestone or are serving our nation overseas and deserves recognition, please contact Lisa Green at LGreen@thehideout.us, Community Relations Manager, for more information. Andrew Miller, President of The Hideout Board of Directors

The Public Works Department would like to remind members to use caution when the snowplow trucks are on the roads. It is very difficult for the plow drivers to see pedestrians during an active storm, especially at night. For both your safety and drivers, please refrain from walking on the roads. Also, please be sure that all personal items such as cars, basketball nets, planters, and people are ten feet from the roadside edge. We want everyone to be safe. Thank you! ■

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FROM LARRY FROTTEN

Community Manager’s Message

taff and Members

As we write this message, we have just been provided with winter’s first snow storm. The weather has been challenging where we saw a warmer December only to be welcomed with significant cold weather in January. The January weather seems to be on target for colder than usual temperatures which will certainly add to expenses for heating not only our homes but the many Hideout structures. During this past year we have upgraded many of our heating units which should offer us some financial relief. We are constantly searching for salt for our road treatment. Members should understand PENNDOT has first options on salt. When their needs are met, then private entities are allowed to order their salt. We are very fortunate we have different vendors we can secure the salt from and therefore we have not had issues getting the needed supplies. We are very fortunate our staff do a remarkable job treating our roads and making them safe for all of us. Maintenance has been out several times taking care of icy roadways and clearing snow from our roads. We remind all residents that vehicles should not be parked on Hideout roadways especially when the weather will require our staff to do treatment of our roadways. Members are reminded they should wear visible clothing when walking on our roads. Plowing snow is a challenging task at best. Snow makes the road surface

slippery and when compounded with the visibility restriction our staff has to be extra careful in accomplishing their mission.

Unfortunately, we have encountered some difficulties with our Ski Hill operation. The power source to some parts of the hill has experienced a breakdown. The breakdown has affected various parts of the hill and we have concluded we cannot risk the safety of our staff or members. Currently the hill is serviced by three transformers which we believe are over 40 years old. We contracted an electrical contractor to review the operation as soon as we were aware of the issues. Transformers do not give a prewarning of when they are failing and there is no expected amount of time where they will cease to function. As of this writing, the Ski Hill is closed and we are exploring ways to open the hill as soon as it is safe to do so. By the time you read this message, we are sure the Ski Hill will be in operation. We ask our members to be vigilant because Covid 19 and its variants are still present. For your safety and that of our staff, we ask members to wear a mask whenever possible. We hope you will all be safe and healthy as we move through this winter season. Thank you for working with our staff and understanding the challenges we sometimes face. ■

For more information and Zoom links for Committee and Board of Directors Meetings, please visit the Event Calendar on The Hideout website member side. Sign in at: www.hideoutassoc.com and find the calendar under "Member Central."

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FROM JOE KOZUCH, PUBLIC SAFETY DIRECTOR

Public Safety Corner

he Public Safety Department would like to offer some helpful information for your guests and renters. Upon arriving at the Main or North Gates, the following “tips” outline ways to make their entry into the community less stressful and hassle free. • Please make sure they know your LOT number, the road you live on, and their license plate number. They should have their vehicle registration and ID handy for gate personnel.

• To arrive at the Main Gate, the GPS address is 10 Lakeview Drive, Lake Ariel, PA. To arrive at the North Gate, the GPS address is 39 North Gate Road South Lake Ariel, PA. If your guests or renters arrive at the Stock Farm Gate, they will be redirected to the North Gate. Stock Farm Gate is a “Members Only” access. • All renters will be directed to the Main Gate where their packets are available for pickup. • Passes should always be on the rearview mirror with the date facing outward so gate personnel can see it. Passes should remain on the rear-view mirror while the vehicle is on property. This will assist the Patrol Officers in validating that the vehicle is allowed on property. • Placing a pass on the dashboard is not

always visible to the gate personnel and can cause delays in entry. • The Hideout Member Sticker does not grant access into the community. If you forget your swipe card or clicker, or are experiencing issues with them, please stop at the gate to obtain a pass. • There has been an upgrade to the gate system, and some members have reported problems with swipe cards/clickers. If you are experiencing issues, please contact the Registration Department so they can make sure the device is working properly. We appreciate your understanding as we work to resolve any remaining “bugs”. • Lastly, please remind your guests/ renters that the emergency number is 911, and should be used when calling in an emergency. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me. Our department is always a call or email away and available to answer your questions. We hope that you enjoy all the Hideout has to offer during this winter season. ■

Citation Enforcement

The Hideout Public Safety Department does issue Traffic and Non-Traffic Citations. Here are some examples of rules to follow while you are visiting with us: 1. Community Speed Limit is 25 mph - Radar Enforced 2. No Feeding the Wildlife 3. Excessive Noise - loud music, partying after 11 p.m. 4. No Parking Overnight at Amenity 5. No Parking on the Street 6. No Parking on the Street Snow Emergency 7. Stop Signs and Yields 8. No Open Fires 9. Keep Your Pet Leashed 10. Keep Your Pet Under Control 11. Littering/Illegal Dumping 12. Failure to Comply In case of emergency, any questions or concerns, please contact the North Gate, (570) 698-4100 ext. 142.

THE WINNERS OF THE HIDEOUT HOUSE DECORATING CONTEST 1st Place Regina & Edwin Thorne - Lot 1285 Brookfield Road 2nd Place Steven & Linda Fitzpatrick - Lot 1713 Windemere Lane 3rd Place Robert & Toni Ketcham - Lot 340 Cedarwood Terrace

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FROM DENNIS POLHAMUS, FACILITIES MANAGER

Facilities Corner

he harsh winter is upon us!

With the harsh winter here the Maintenance Department has been busy keeping our roads cleared and amenities open. The Maintenance Department staff works long hours maintaining the roads and safety is our number one priority. When mother nature sends these snow events its important for our members to please stay off the roads, move basketball hoops and other items back at least 5 ft from the road and please make sure all vehicles are also at least 5 ft away from the road way. This spacing will help to ensure the roads are cleared and the snow mounds are pushed back. I would also like to remind our members that when we get these snow events to please not walk on the roads to help prevent accidents. Snow and Ice can cause some significant bodily harm so please be careful when venturing out after the storm. The Facilities Department is getting quotes to replace the roof at the Main Lodge and the Nubia Malkin Art Center. We are also getting quotes to replace the siding at the Nubia Malkin Art Center. The Boat Ramp at the Marina will be replaced this year once we get the permit to move forward. The Tiki Bar is in the process of being expanded and we are waiting for the construction drawings to be completed so we can bid out this job. The Tiki Bar will have a deck extension, a 16x14 ft new Tiki Bar which will have about 20 seats around the bar. The existing Tiki Bar will be replaced with a unisex restroom. The North Beach and Main Beach will be revitalized this spring. We will be removing the old retaining walls which will open up more beach space, adding new sand and correcting the storm water run-off. We have a number of storm water projects scheduled for 2022 and when the spring finally gets here the Maintenance Department will be back at full force correcting the stormwater issues. The Facilities Department is working on the 2022 reserve study to identify building repairs, equipment replacement, and items that need upgrading. This reserve study includes all amenities. This is the

process we use to gauge what needs to be corrected and placed in each year’s budget. The Trash and Recycling complex is open Monday- Friday 6am-8pm Saturday and Sundays 8am-8pm. Bulk Garbage Can be taken to the Maintenance Building MondayFriday 11am-12:30pm and on Saturdays 11am-12:30pm. Please make sure you have your Bulk Garbage pass if you do not, please contact Desiree Detres at ddetres@thehideout.us or Ext 133. Members in good standings receive 2 Bulk Garbage passes per year which expire on April 15th of each year. The Housekeeping staff is out in full force cleaning the amenities and interior of all of our buildings. They have also been sanitizing and fogging each building to help the fight against Covid 19. These ladies also work extremely hard to ensure the safety of our members and staff during these difficult times. The Permitting Department welcomes our new Environmental Manager Paul Matarazzo. Paul has great knowledge in Environmental and will be a great asset to our team. In 2021 the permitting dept processed over 1600 permits and approved 25 New homes it was a very busy year for us. As new members have moved into this great community, I would like to remind all of our members that any exterior improvement requires a permit. All permits can be found at www.hideoutassoc.com under resources you will find the permit applications which can be filled out and submitted online. If anyone has a question in regards to permits, lot citations or any Environmental issues please contact Paul Matarazzo at pmatarazzo@thehideout. us or Ext. 120. You can also contact the Environmental Assistant Tina Fairfax at tfairfax@thehideout.us or Ext 108. Thank you to all of our members and staff as we progress during these difficult times. ■

Trash & Recycling Area Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

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at the Maintenance Building Monday - Friday 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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FROM LISA GREEN, COMMUNITY RELATIONS MANAGER FROM ANNMARIE ROSSITTO, HOSPITALITY SERVICES MANAGER

Communications Corner

he month of February has several fun holidays to celebrate. Go out to the Clubhouse for a great meal on Valentine's Day or to watch the Super Bowl, and rest assured that the Recreation Department has many things for you to do in the month of February! Keep an eye out for email blasts listing the many events that The Hideout has to offer you and your family this month. My department continues to provide the membership with up-to-date information about The Hideout, Hideout happenings, amenity hours, and schedule changes, as well as amenity closures. The official Hideout POA Facebook page is a valuable resource for information, especially at this time of year. The POA runs this page, making it a place to get the most accurate Hideout information. You can find us by searching @thehideoutpoa on Facebook. Look for The Hideout Flower! I also send out email blasts to keep you informed. When will the Ski Hill be open? What events are happening at Recreation, or what are the specials at the Clubhouse this week? Weekly email blasts are sent out with answers to these

questions and more. If you haven't signed up yet, this is the perfect time to do so. To date, just under 3,400 fellow members have signed up for email blasts. Give me a call at (570) 630-3707 at the Community Relations Office located at the Main Gate to sign up. Don't forget that The Hideout also has a TV Channel. Channel 920 is updated as new information becomes available. This channel can be viewed on Adams Cable TV, at the POA Office, Recreation, the Clubhouse, the Ski Hill, and at the Community Relations Office. If you have any ideas for The Hideabout Newspaper, The Hideabout Extra, The Hideout POA Facebook page, The Hideout TV Channel, email blasts, or The Hideout Website, hideoutassoc.com, give me a call at (570) 630-3707 or email me at Lgreen@thehideout.us to discuss. As always, enjoy your time in The Hideout! ■

Food & Beverage Corner

ebruary is here. We are halfway through the winter! We are still looking for some more staff, as everyone is still dealing with these unprecedented times. Thank you all for your continued support and patience as we try to navigate through these obstacles. We are booking entertainment and bringing some fun into the Clubhouse. We have Darts on Monday, and Thursday is Shuffleboard. These events are open to all, and we are looking at adding a few more events. If you have a band or an event you would like to have here, please drop me a message. We can’t wait to see what else we can accomplish! As you are aware, we make charitable contributions through Food & Beverage. If there is something near and dear to your heart, please pass the information to me or any member of the Food & Beverage team. We are currently looking to pair up with a woman’s resource center for domestic violence. We will have more information posted in the Clubhouse and on The Hideout Official Facebook Page and our Instagram @hideoutfoodandbeverage.

Come hang out at our Super Bowl party at the Clubhouse, with lots of specials and a ton of fun. Valentine’s Day weekend specials are sure to be amazing; hint, hint lobster tails are on the menu! The Ski Hill Grill will continue to operate as usual. We bought some new products for the community to enjoy and hope you are doing just that. Our crew over there is doing a fantastic job. As we are approaching spring, we will be revamping our menu to reflect the new season and perhaps bringing back some summer favorites and adding a few new items. The seasonal menu will reflect on the freshest ingredients, and we intend to do just that by sourcing locally to bring you the best of the northeast. As always, be safe, stay warm and enjoy! ■

To advertise in The Hideout Community, call Lisa Green at (570) 630-3707 or email her at Lgreen@thehideout.us

FROM JOHN BOANDL, RECREATION MANAGER

Recreation Corner

reetings, as we welcome in the cold weather, I hope everyone is having a great winter season. We have been busy here at the Indoor Sports Complex. We have expanded the open play pickleball program. We have added a member only open play pickleball time slot, which is on Mondays from 1-3 P.M. This is also free to members. We also offer open play pickleball on Tuesdays and Fridays from 1-4 P.M. for members and member's guests with the proper amenity passes. This open play if $5.00 a person.

Beyond pickleball, we offer tennis clinics and private lessons on the weekends. We also have two basketball courts you can rent out as well as FREE after school open gym on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3-5 P.M. If indoor courts aren’t for you, we offer many other options. We have a fitness center upstairs with several options for membership. We offer chair yoga on Wednesdays. We are always looking to show people our indoor

golf simulator. The golf simulator offers some of the newest and best technology in the field. It offers over 80 courses, sports games, golf games, driving range, and several other neat and challenging games. We are also looking forward to adding some new games to the arcade before summer. We have some great ideas of our own but are also looking for some input from community members on what types of games should be added. If you have any ideas, please email me at jboandl@thehideout.us. We are excited for a great recreational year in The Hideout. Any questions, comments, and concerns please feel free to email me at jboandl@thehideout.us. ■

FROM VIONETTE "V" BOURNE, REGISTRATION MANAGER

Registration Corner

evalidation is here and we have been very busy. The 2022 Membership packets have been mailed out. The POA Office is now open Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. An appointment is not needed to come to the POA to complete the 2022 renewal process. Please call (570) 698-4100, ext. 0 for any of your membership needs. In order to complete the 2022 revalidating process as smoothly as possible, whether visiting us in person or using the mail in/mail out option, please be prepared. The 2022 Member Information Form must be filled out. Please be sure to include: current vehicle registrations, student college IDs, permanent guest vehicle registrations, and pet registration form, if applicable.

These forms are also available to fill out on our website: hideoutassoc.com. If you are paying your dues by credit card, an additional $30.00 credit card convenience fee, reduced from the 2020 $50.00 credit card convenience fee, will be assessed. Please bear with us during renewal and revalidating this year as it is always our busiest time of year. My ladies, Barb and Melissa, as well as myself will always do our best for you, The Hideout membership. HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY! ■

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Published monthly for the members of the Property Owners Association of The Hideout, Inc. Lisa Green - Hideabout Editor / Advertising (570) 698-4100, ext. 107 lgreen@thehideout.us

2021-2022 POA BOARD OFFICERS

Andrew Miller, President Lou Delli Santi, Vice President Richard Yocum, Chairman Robert L. Tressler II, Treasurer Richard A. Guiffredo, Secretary Jerry Restaino, Director Michael Terranova, Director Larry Frotten, Assistant Secretary Jill Metschulat, Assistant Secretary Debra Tramantano, Assistant Secretary

THE HIDEOUT MANAGEMENT TEAM Larry Frotten - Community Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 103 lfrotten@thehideout.us Jill Metschulat - Assistant Community Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 122 jmetschulat@thehideout.us Debra Tramantano - Financial Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 115 dtramantano@thehideout.us Joseph Kozuch - Public Safety Director (570) 698-4100, ext. 143 jkozuch@thehideout.us Lisa Green - Community Relations Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 107 lgreen@thehideout.us Annmarie Rossitto - Hospitality Services Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 159 arossitto@thehideout.us John Boandl - Recreation Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 163 jboandl@thehideout.us Dennis Polhamus - Facilities Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 136 dpolhamus@thehideout.us Paul Matarazzo - Environmental Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 120 pmatarazzo@thehideout.us Michael Kline - Golf Course Superintendent (570) 698-4100, ext. 186 mkline@thehideout.us Vionette Bourne - Registration Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 106 vbourne@thehideout.us Donald Yocum - IT Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 110 dyocum@thehideout.us Alex Lutzi - Golf Pro Shop Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 183 pro.shop@thehideout.us Craig S. Rafaniello - Project Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 132 crafaniello@thehideout.us Charles Swody - Ski Hill Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 171 cswody@thehideout.us Articles must be submitted by the fifteenth of the month. Submit all material to: The Hideabout Editor, 640 The Hideout, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. For advertising rates, contact Lisa Green at (570) 630-3707. The Hideabout published monthly, serves over 4,100 Hideout property owners. Articles do not necessarily represent the views of The Hideout POA. The Editor reserves the right to reject any advertising or articles for publication. Also, the acceptance of advertisements does not constitute endorsement by The Hideout POA for any advertisement of any business, products, and/or services. The Hideout is not responsible beyond the cost of advertising for any advertising errors. Ad proofs are developed by The Hideabout for use in The Hideabout Newspaper only. The advertiser does not have the right to reproduce the ad in any other place or publication. Any concerns with ads placed in The Hideabout Newspaper must be addressed by the fifteenth of the month. Thank you.

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HIDEOUT PHONE NUMBERS (570) 630-3700

FRONT DESK

(570) 630-3703

LARRY FROTTEN, COMMUNITY MGR.

(570) 630-3704

GINA COLAZINGARI

(570) 630-3706

V. BOURNE, REGISTRATION MGR.

(570) 630-3707

LISA GREEN, COMMUNITY REL. MGR.

(570) 630-3708

TINA FAIRFAX

(570) 630-3709

CAROLINE MONGELLI, EXE. ASSIST.

(570) 630-3710

IT DEPARTMENT

(570) 630-3711

KATRINA WEHRMANN

(570) 630-3712

FRANCINE SPINELLI

(570) 630-3715

DEBRA TRAMANTANO, FINANCIAL MGR.

(570) 630-3717

DENNIS POLHAMUS, FACILITES MGR.

(570) 630-3719

JOE KOZUCH, PUBLIC SAFETY DIR.

(570) 630-3720

TINA CORMA

(570) 630-3721

JOHN BOANDL, RECREATION MGR.

(570) 630-3722

MAINTENANCE

(570) 630-3723

DESIREE DETRES

(570) 630-3724

JILL METSCHULAT, ASST. COMM. MGR.

(570) 630-3725

PAUL MATARAZZO, ENVIR. MGR.

(570) 630-3726

ANNMARIE ROSSITTO, H. S. MGR.

(570) 630-3728

PUBLIC SAFETY PATROL ROOM

(570) 630-3729

SKI HILL OPERATIONS MGR.

(570) 630-3730

CLUBHOUSE BAR

(570) 630-3731

CLUBHOUSE HOSTESS

(570) 630-3732

BRETT SCHUMACHER, MAIN LODGE

(570) 630-3733

RECREATION MAIN DESK

(570) 630-3734

CERAMICS AREA N. M. ART CENTER

(570) 630-3735

FITNESS CENTER

(570) 630-3736

GOLF PRO SHOP DESK

(570) 630-3737

NORTH GATE

(570) 630-3738

MAIN GATE Did you know that The Hideout has had a TNR (Trap, Neuter, Return) program in place since Spring 2019?

Members that are observing feral/community cats roaming around their property can get enrolled in the TNR program by completing the online, PDF fillable “Consent to Trap Form” available here https://www.pdffiller.com/en/link_to_fill/672769522.htm. Are you interested in getting involved as a C Alley Cats volunteer or wish to make a donation to their non-profit organization? Please email calley@ptd.net or call them at (570) 226-6780.

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The Hideout Clubhouse Hours:

Monday - 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Tuesday - closed Wednesday - closed Thursday - 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Friday & Saturday - 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday - 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

~ Reservations are requested ~ (570) 698-4100, ext. 151

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Lunch and Dinner Specials every weekend!

Book your party for the Main Lodge or Clubhouse today! Call Annmarie Rossitto at (570) 630-3726

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The Clubhouse Menu

Fun times at the Clubhouse Pub

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THE SKI HILL GRILL Open Wednesday - Sunday • 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. dine-in or take-out

Serving Breakfast & Lunch Call to order: (570) 698-4100, ext. 175 located at the Ski Hill Lodge 1103 Westwood Drive, Lake Ariel, PA 18436

Look for THE SKI HILL GRILL sign on Lakeview Drive!

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CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF SERVICE IN THE HIDEOUT Don’t let your vacation home turn into a weekend job.

Maintenance

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• Decks, Carports, Docks • Kitchens & Baths • Roof Repair • Popcorn Ceilings-Sheetrock • Drainage Problems • Ceiling Fans Installed • Sewage Pump Emergency Service • Yard Clean-ups • Locks Installed

• Basements Finished • Screened Porches • Weekly Home Inspections • Masonry Work & Foundations • Pressure Washing • Tree Work & Log Splitting • Marble & Tile Work • Rain Gutter Installation

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• Painting & Staining • Landlord House Maintenance • Skylights Installed • Vinyl Siding • Gravel & Driveway Lighting • Sliding Doors Added • Landscaping & Lawn Care • Excavating & Backhoe Work • Waterproofing Basements

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February Events not to be missed at the Clubhouse!

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What to know before installing built-ins

fter purchasing a new home, buyers often want to put their own fingerprint on the property. Homeowners anticipate the day when their homes are transformed into spaces that reflect their style and not the preferences of previous owners.

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When deciding how to renovate interior spaces, homeowners will make some relatively temporary changes, but they also may consider some permanent adjustments. Built-ins fall into the category of permanent adjustments, and while realty professionals note that built-ins tend to provide a good return on investment, homeowners can learn more about built-ins before deciding if they want to install them in their homes. What are built-ins? Realtor.com defines built-ins as any feature that is built into the interior of a home. The term “built-ins” may immediately conjure up images of bookshelves, but built-ins also include benches and entertainment centers. Why install built-ins? Built-ins can be both utilitarian and aesthetically appealing. Built-ins are functional because they provide storage space that homeowners may otherwise find hard to create. Built-ins are embedded in walls that may otherwise be useful only to hang artwork. This can provide much-needed storage space in homes with limited square footage. Professionally installed built-ins also can transform rooms, making them appear more organized. Customized built-ins also can give homes their own unique character, though it’s important to note that prospective buyers may or may not appreciate that uniqueness. Are there disadvantages to built-ins? The permanence of built-ins may not appeal to some buyers. If buyers don’t like built-ins at all or are not fond of the look of customized built-ins, that may be enough to convince them to walk away from a property. However, Realtor.com notes that functional built-ins, like built-in bench seats with storage capacity, appeal to modern buyers and their preference for as much storage space as possible. Permanent built-ins also can be costly. The home remodeling resource Fixr.com notes that built-in entertainment center installations can cost between $8,000 and $9,500. Built-in seating and bookshelves are not as costly, but such projects still cost more than simply buying premade furniture. Some buyers also may see built-ins as limiting what they can do with a space. That can be a major disadvantage as more professionals work from home and seek multi-functional spaces in their homes. Built-ins can dramatically change the look of a room and provide some much-needed storage space. But it’s imperative that homeowners give ample thought to built-ins before deciding to install them in their homes. ■

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n official list of federal holidays in the United States won’t feature “Presidents’ Day” among the observed holidays. Some may say that’s preposterous, as they’re certain that post offices and other federal entities are closed on such a day each February. While the third Monday of February is commonly referred to as “Presidents’ Day” throughout the United States, the day is legally referred to as “Washington’s Birthday.” According to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, this holiday is designated as “Washington’s Birthday” in section 6103(a) of title 5 of the United States Code, which is the law that specifies holidays for federal employees. Though other institutions, such as state and local governments and private businesses may use other names, it is OPM policy to always refer to holidays by the names designated in the law. History of Washington’s Birthday The idea to give presidents a little extra fanfare originally was established in 1885 in recognition of George Washington. After his death in 1799, Washington’s birthday on February 22 became a day of remembrance, according to History.com. Its observance as an official holiday was signed into law in 1879 by President Rutherford B. Hayes. Originally, the holiday only applied to the District of Columbia, but in 1885 it was expanded to the entire country.

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ARTICLE IV. ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP Section 10. Disciplinary Procedures ARTICLE IV Association Membership

Section 10. Disciplinary Procedures A Disciplinary Committee made up of not more than nine (9) members including at least one (1) Board member may be established by the Board of Directors to conduct hearings and make recommendations, advise on disciplinary matters and to administer sanctions or discipline. A majority of the Committee members shall constitute a quorum. The Committee shall operate and act as provided hereunder only by a majority vote of the members present at any hearing at which a quorum has been established. The procedure to be followed by the said Committee is as follows: a) If a complaint against any party shall be signed by a member, or the Chief of Security of The Hideout as a result of investigations made by the said Chief of Security, and filed with the Secretary or Assistant Secretary of the Association, the latter shall refer the matter to the Chairman of the Disciplinary Committee within five (5) days thereafter. b) If the nature of the complaint or charges are, in the Committee’s sole discretion, such that it may be informally administered through warnings or admonitions, then the Committee shall so informally administer such discipline without a hearing. c) If the complaint involves: i) Misconduct of a nature that requires a hearing of all involved parties. ii) Such conduct that is contrary to the interest, health, safety, welfare or character of the Association or the Development, or iii) Repeated violations or infractions of the Association’s Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, or the Declaration of Protective Covenants; then the Committee shall set a date for a hearing on the complaint or charges, with notice of same to the accused. The accused shall have an opportunity to be heard, the right to be represented by counsel (if any) and to present evidence on the accused behalf at the hearing. d) The accused shall have the opportunity to attend the hearing and enter such defense as he may deem relevant. In the event the accused does not attend the hearing, the same shall proceed in his absence unless previously excused by the Committee in advance for good cause shown. e) After consideration of all the evidence presented, the Committee shall render its judgment and may impose any or all of the following sanctions as it, in its sole discretion, deems just and warranted: i. Admit of an apology and/or reparation. ii. Imposition of a fine in an amount to be determined depending on the severity and gravity of the charge and or whether the accused has been involved in repeated violations as here in referred to. (Amended March 31, 2004)

iii. Suspension of privileges for a period of time as the Committee may deem just, but not to exceed twelve (12) months, where the misconduct is of a repeated nature and is such as to be considered disorderly, injurious or hostile and against the better interest or objectives of the Association and its members. (Amended March 31, 2004) f) There shall be a ten (10) day grace period, from the date of the Committee’s Notice of Judgment, for the accused to pay the fine imposed (if any), or to make reparation or furnish an apology before such person may be declared “not in good standing” by the Committee. g) When “suspension of privileges” is invoked by the Committee, the Board of Directors shall first approve such a suspension before it becomes effective. The Board may approve or disapprove the suspension of privileges or impose an alternative sanction or remand the matter back to the Committee with such directives as the Board may deem fit and proper. h) The accused shall have the right, within ten (10) days of the receipt of notice of the decision of the Committee to appeal in writing to the Board for review of the matter on the following grounds only: i) On the appeal, the Board shall limit its inquiry to a review of the regularity of the proceedings, whether the proceedings were conducted in good faith, and whether or not the accused was accorded a full and fair hearing. ii) The Board will not entertain any appeal that does not specifically comply with its appellate procedures on forms provided for this purpose, or that involves or seeks reconsideration of the charges, the evidence or the Committee’s decision or its findings on the merits. However, reconsideration may be allowed where the Board determines that new material evidence, which appellant proves to the Board’s sole satisfaction, was not previously available for the hearing and has since been made available to the accused. iii) In its sole and absolute discretion, the Board may, for good cause shown for the above-stated reasons on such appeal, modify the judgment or sanctions previously rendered. RECOMMENDED CHANGES: ARTICLE IV Association Membership Section 10. Disciplinary Procedures The Public Safety Department is the administrative and operational arm of the disciplinary process, tasked with enforcement of Association rules, issuance of citations and collection of fines. A Disciplinary Committee made up of not more than nine (9) members including at least one (1) Board member may be established by the Board of Directors to conduct hearings and make recommendations, advise on disciplinary matters and to administer sanctions or discipline. A majority of the Committee members shall constitute a quorum.

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The Committee shall operate and act as provided hereunder only by a majority vote of the members present at any hearing at which a quorum has been established. The procedure to be followed by the said Committee is as follows: a) If a complaint against any party shall be signed by a member, or the Director of Public Safety of the Association of The Hideout as a result of investigations made by the said Director of Public Safety, and filed with the Secretary or Assistant Secretary of the Association, the latter shall refer the matter to the Chairman of the Disciplinary Committee within five (5) days thereafter. b) If the nature of the complaint or charges are, in the Committee’s sole discretion, such that it may be informally administered through warnings or admonitions, then the Committee shall so informally administer such discipline without a hearing. c) If the complaint involves: i) Misconduct of a nature that requires a hearing of all involved parties. ii) Such conduct that is contrary to the interest, health, safety, welfare or character of the Association or the Development, or iii) Repeated violations or infractions of the Association’s Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, or the Declaration of Protective Covenants; then the Committee shall set a date for a hearing on the complaint or charges, with notice of same to the accused. The accused shall have an opportunity to be heard, the right to be represented by counsel (if any) and to present evidence on the accused behalf at the hearing. d) The accused shall have the opportunity to attend the hearing and enter such defense as he may deem relevant. In the event the accused does not attend the hearing, the same shall proceed in his absence unless previously excused by the Committee in advance for good cause shown. e) After consideration of all the evidence presented, the Committee shall render its judgment and may impose any or all of the following sanctions as it, in its sole discretion, deems just and warranted: i. Admit of an apology and/or reparation. ii. Imposition of a fine in an amount to be determined depending on the severity and gravity of the charge and or whether the accused has been involved in repeated violations as here in referred to. (Amended March 31, 2004) iii. Suspension of privileges for a period of time as the Committee may deem just, but not to exceed twelve (12) months, where the misconduct is of a repeated nature and is such as to be considered disorderly, injurious or hostile and against the better interest or objectives of the Association and its members. (Amended March 31, 2004) f) There shall be a ten (10) day grace period, from the date of the Committee’s Notice of Judgment, for the accused to pay the fine imposed (if any), or to make reparation or furnish an apology before such person may be declared “not in good standing” by the Committee.

g) When “suspension of privileges” is invoked by the Committee, the Board of Directors shall first approve such a suspension before it becomes effective. The Board may approve or disapprove the suspension of privileges or impose an alternative sanction or remand the matter back to the Committee with such directives as the Board may deem fit and proper. h) The accused shall have the right, within ten (10) days of the receipt of notice of the decision of the Committee to appeal in writing to the Board for review of the matter on the following grounds only: i) On the appeal, the Board shall limit its inquiry to a review of the regularity of the proceedings, whether the proceedings were conducted in good faith, and whether or not the accused was accorded a full and fair hearing. ii) The Board will not entertain any appeal that does not specifically comply with its appellate procedures on forms provided for this purpose, or that involves or seeks reconsideration of the charges, the evidence or the Committee’s decision or its findings on the merits. However, reconsideration may be allowed where the Board determines that new material evidence, which appellant proves to the Board’s sole satisfaction, was not previously available for the hearing and has since been made available to the accused. iii) In its sole and absolute discretion, the Board may, for good cause shown for the above-stated reasons on such appeal, modify the judgment or sanctions previously rendered. PURPOSE: Update the term “Chief of Security” to “Director of Public Safety” which is the currently used title, and updating “The Hideout” to “the Association” for consistency in definitions and terminology. ARTICLE IX. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Section 3. Preliminary Budget ARTICLE IX Financial Management Section 3. Preliminary Budget By June 1st of each year, the Community Manager shall prepare preliminary budgets, as designated below, for the next succeeding calendar year, to be presented to a Budget Committee for its review and recommendations. a) Annual Operating Expense Budget b) Annual New Capital Expense Budget c) Annual Revenue Budget d) Annual Capital Reserve Fund Budget The Budget Committee shall consist of not less than five (5) and not more than nine (9) members appointed by the Board plus any current Board Candidates who shall be appointed to serve on said Budget Committee by the Board of Directors. The Budget Committee shall review each of the preliminary budgets as submitted to make its recommendations, if any, as it (continued on page 21)

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(continued from page 20) deems necessary in the best interests of the Association, so that each of the preliminary budgets shall be submitted by the Budget Committee along with any recommendations to the Board by June 30 of each calendar year. The proposed budgets, after submission to the Board for review, modification, and approval, and prior to being adopted and accepted as final budgets by the Board, shall be incorporated into a single Proposed Budget and published for a period of not less than thirty (30) days to allow the members of the Association an opportunity to review same and to comment thereon, either at hearings held therefor or through such other means as the Board may determine. (As amended October 1989) (Amended March 31, 2004) (Amended June 16, 2020) RECOMMENDED CHANGES ARTICLE IX Financial Management

Section 3. Preliminary Budget By June 1st of each year, the Community Manager shall prepare preliminary budgets, as designated below, for the next succeeding calendar year, to be presented to a Budget Committee for its review and recommendations. a) Annual Operating Expense Budget b) Annual New Capital Expense Budget c) Annual Revenue Budget d) Annual Capital Reserve Fund Budget The Budget Committee shall consist of no less than five (5) and not more than nine (9) members appointed by the Board. In addition, the Board of Directors will invite any current Board Candidate to attend the Committee’s meetings as a non-participating/non-voting guest to observe and understand the budget process. The Budget Committee shall review each of the preliminary budgets as submitted to make its recommendations, if any, as it deems necessary in the best interests of the Association, so that each of the preliminary budgets shall be submitted by the Budget Committee along with any recommendations to the Board by June 30 of each calendar year. The proposed budgets, after submission to the Board for review, modification, and approval, and prior to being adopted and accepted as final budgets by the Board, shall be incorporated into a single Proposed Budget and published for a period of not less than thirty (30) days to allow the members of the Association an opportunity to review same and to comment thereon, either at hearings held therefor or through such other means as the Board may determine. (As amended October 1989) (Amended March 31, 2004) (Amended June 16, 2020) PURPOSE: To clarify the Role of Board Candidates as non-participating/nonvoting guests as opposed to full voting members of the Budget Committee to streamline the budget process and familiarize potential new Board members with the budget.

ARTICLE IX. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Section 9. Capital Reserve Fund Assessment Article IX Financial Management

Section 9. Capital Reserve Fund Assessment a) The annual charge levied by the Board for the Capital Reserve Fund shall not be used to meet anticipated operating expenses for the ensuing year, but will be transferred by the Board to the Capital Reserve Fund for major repair and capital replacement of the Common Area. b) Capital Reserve Fund amounts shall be in accordance with the annual updated schedule of reserves certified as part of the annual budget of the Association provided in this ARTICLE IX. The said Capital Reserve Fund amounts shall cover, without limitation, all real property and improvements thereon, furniture, fixtures, roads, vehicles and equipment owned by the Association. Said schedule shall include, without limitation, all fixed asset items of or over Five Hundred ($500.00) Dollars in value or items of or over an aggregate value of Two Thousand Five Hundred ($2500.00) Dollars. c) The Treasurer of the Association shall place all such Capital Reserve Fund amounts to capital and transfer all monies presently held in reserve to one or more interest bearing accounts, which accounts shall be accounted for separately. d) Withdrawals from the Capital Reserve Fund shall be authorized by an affirmative vote of the majority of the Board as part of the annual budget process or in a “declared emergency,” which shall be defined in a policy statement of the Board before funds may be expended. e) Withdrawals from the Capital Reserve Fund shall be only for restoration, repair and replacement of existing capital improvements, not for new facilities or additions or improvements to existing facilities or property. f) Upon authorization of the Board, the Capital Reserve Fund may be used as collateral for loans or projects for the purposes set forth in Section 9.e) above, so long as the unencumbered portion remaining in the Capital Reserve Fund is sufficient to meet One Hundred Twenty (120%) Percent of the reserve requirements during the period of the loans or projects. g) So long as the portion remaining in the Capital Reserve Fund is sufficient to meet One Hundred Twenty (120%) Percent of the reserve requirements during the period of the loan, the Board may borrow against the Capital Reserve Fund for current operations, provided such loans are repaid to the Capital Reserve Fund within two (2) years with interest at the then current rate of interest in the interest-bearing account set forth in Section 9c) herein above. h) Authorized signatories for the Capital Reserve Fund shall be those designated by Resolution of the Board of Directors. (As amended March 18, 1984) (Amended March 31, 2004)

RECOMMENDED CHANGES Article IX Financial Management Section 9. Capital Reserve Fund Assessment a) The annual charge levied by the Board for the Capital Reserve Fund shall not be used to meet anticipated operating expenses for the ensuing year, but will be transferred by the Board to the Capital Reserve Fund for major repair and capital replacement of the Common Area. b) Capital Reserve Fund amounts shall be in accordance with the annual updated schedule of reserves certified as part of the annual budget of the Association provided in this ARTICLE IX. The said Capital Reserve Fund amounts shall cover, without limitation, all real property and improvements thereon, furniture, fixtures, roads, vehicles and equipment owned by the Association. Said schedule shall include, without limitation, all fixed asset items of or over Five Hundred ($500.00) Dollars in value or items of or over an aggregate value of Two Thousand Five Hundred ($2500.00) Dollars. c) The Financial Manager of the Association shall place all Capital Reserve Funds in segregated accounts intended for the best interests of The Hideout Association. d) Withdrawals from the Capital Reserve Fund shall be authorized by a majority vote of the Board as part of the annual budget process or in a “declared emergency,” which shall be defined in a policy statement of the Board before funds may be expended. e) Withdrawals from the Capital Reserve Fund shall be only for restoration, repair and replacement of existing capital assets, not for new facilities or additions or improvements to existing facilities or property. f) Upon authorization of the Board, the Capital Reserve Fund may be used as collateral for loans or projects for the purposes set forth in Section 9.e) above, so long as the unencumbered portion remaining in the Capital Reserve Fund is sufficient to meet One Hundred Twenty (120%) Percent of the reserve requirements during the period of the loans or projects. PURPOSE: Adjust the investment policy for capital reserve funds so they may be placed in any beneficial account as opposed to limiting to “interest bearing accounts” and update term Treasurer to Financial Manager and adding required approval for checks and balances. Removing the opportunity to take a loan against Reserve Capital Funds. ARTICLE IX. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Section 10. New Capital Reserve Fund Article IX Financial Management Section 10. New Capital Reserve Fund The Association shall maintain a “New Capital Reserve Fund.” All revenues budgeted for “new capital reserves”

annually by the Board of Directors shall be collected in this fund. All new capital expenditures shall be charged against this fund. The budget for new capital expenditures in any year shall not exceed 80% of the total of the prior year’s yearend balance and the new capital reserve fund balance. New capital reserve funds shall be used to fund new capital assets or for additions to or improvements of existing capital assets of the Association. The Association shall not incur new capital expenditures totaling more than 80% of new capital reserves without the majority approval of the Membership. (Amended March 31, 2004) RECOMMENDED CHANGES Article IX Financial Management Section 10. New Capital Reserve Fund The Association shall maintain a “New Capital Reserve Fund”. All revenues budget for “New Capital Reserves” annually by the Board of Directors shall be collected and held in this fund. All new capital expenditures shall be charged against this fund. The budget for new capital expenditures in any year shall not exceed 80% of the total of the prior year’s year-end balance and the new capital reserve fund balance. New capital reserve funds shall be used to fund new capital assets or for additions to or improvements of existing capital assets of the Association. The Association shall not incur new capital expenditures totaling more than 80% of new capital reserves without the majority approval of the Membership. (Amended March 31, 2004) PURPOSE: Adds the words “and held” after collected to clarify instructions. ARTICLE X. BOARD OF DIRECTORS Section 15. Interested Directors ARTICLE X Board of Directors Section 15. Interested Directors a) General Rule - No contract or transaction between the Association and one (1) or more of its members, Directors or officers or between the Association and any other corporation, partnership, association, or other organization in which one (1) or more of its directors or officers are directors or officers, or have a financial interest, shall be void or voidable solely because the member, director or officer is present at or participates in the meeting of the directors which authorizes the contract or transaction, or solely because his or their votes are counted for such purpose, if: 1) The material facts as to his relationship interest and as to the contract or transaction are disclosed or are known to the Board and are in good faith authorizes the contract or transaction by the affirmative votes of a majority of the disinterested Directors even though they are less than a quorum. 2) The material facts as to his relationship or interest and as to the contract or (continued on page 22)

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Proposed Bylaw Amendments for 2022 (continued from page 21) transaction are disclosed and are known to the members entitled to vote thereon, and the contract or transaction is specifically approved in good faith by vote of such members; or 3) The contract or transaction is fair as to the Association as of the time it is authorized, approved or ratified by the Board of Directors or the members. b) Quorum - Common or interested directors may be counted in determining the presence of a quorum at a meeting of the Board which authorizes a contract or transaction specified in subsection a) of this Section. RECOMMENDED CHANGES: ARTICLE X Board of Directors Section 15. Interested Directors Board members are restricted from personally being a part of any contract or any business transaction with The Association. Each candidate, at the time they submit their letter of interest to run for a Director position on the Board is required to sign an affidavit that states, if elected, they as an individual contractor, consultant or investor/owner/interested party in a business will be restricted from doing business (bid on any contracts render any supplies, equipment or services) with The Association at any time during their tenure on the Board. All sitting Board members bring unique life skills, business experiences and expertise to the Board which are welcomed and drawn upon freely as part of their participation as an active Board member dedicated to the good of The Association. PURPOSE: Consolidate subsections into one paragraph and add prohibition of Board Members entering into contract with The Hideout to prevent perception of impropriety or financial gain from being a Director or officer on the Board. ARTICLE X. BOARD OF DIRECTORS Section 16. Fidelity Bonds ARTICLE X Board of Directors Section 16. Fidelity Bonds The Board of Directors shall require that all officers and employees of the Association handling or responsible for Association funds shall furnish adequate fidelity bonds. The premiums on such bonds shall be paid by the Association. RECOMMENDED CHANGES: ARTICLE X, Section 16 shall be deleted as it is covered by POA insurance rather than a bond. Therefore, Sections 17, 18, 19 and 20 will be renumbered 16, 17, 18 and 19 respectively. ARTICLE X. BOARD OF DIRECTORS Section 19. Compensation ARTICLE X Board of Directors

Section 19. Compensation The Directors shall not receive compensation for their official services for the Association; however, reimbursement for reasonable expenses incurred for their official duties may be allowed with the approval of the Financial Manager and Community Manager. The Directors shall not be employees of the Association. (As amended December 1999) PURPOSE: Update the title of persons authorized to reimburse Directors to the current titles. ARTICLE XI. THE OFFICERS ARTICLE XI THE OFFICERS Section 1. Officers The officers of the Association shall be Chairman of the Board, President, and one (1) or more Vice Presidents, Secretary, Treasurer and such other officers and assistant officers, as the Board may, from time to time, elect. All Officers, except for the Secretary of the Corporation and the Assistant Secretaries, must be members in good standing of the Association. Except for the positions of Secretary and Assistant Secretaries of the Corporation, no Officer may be an employee of the Association. Association Officers who are also employees may receive compensation for their employment, but not for their duties and services as Officers. No Officer may hold more than one office, except in a situation whereby no other Directors were willing to serve in the vacant office. In any event, the President and the Secretary may not hold any other office. Selection of Association Officers shall be by majority vote of the Directors then in office. (As amended December 1999) (Amended March 31, 2004) Section 2. Chairman The Chairman shall preside over all special and regular meetings of the Board as well as meetings of membership. The Chairman shall act in the absence of the President, or in the event of his inability or refusal to act. Section 3. President The President shall be the General Managerial officer of the Association, and shall be vested with the powers and duties generally incident to the office of President of a non-profit corporation, or as may be otherwise set forth in these Bylaws.

The President must be a Director. (As amended December 1999) Section 4. Vice President In the absence of the President or the Chairmen, or in the event of their inability or refusal to act, the Vice President designated by the Board of Directors is empowered to act and shall thereupon be vested with the powers and duties of the President. Section 5. Secretary The Secretary of the Association shall keep the minutes of the business and other matters transacted at the meeting of the members and of the Board. He shall mail or cause to be mailed, all notices required in the Bylaws. He shall have the custody of the corporate seal and records and maintain a list of the members and their addresses and perform all other duties incident to the office of Secretary. Section 6. Treasurer The Treasurer shall have custody of the funds of the Association, collect monies due, pay the obligations of the Association out of its funds, and perform such other duties as are incident to the office of Treasurer. The Board shall require that the Treasurer be bonded for such amount and under such conditions as the Board shall require. RECOMMENDED CHANGES: ARTICLE XI THE OFFICERS Section 1. The Officers 1. All officers must be members in good standing of The Hideout Association and must also be a Director. Except for the position of Assistant Secretary, no officer may be an employee of The Hideout Association and shall serve without any compensation. No officer may hold more than one office, except in a situation whereby no other Directors are willing to serve a vacant office. In any event, the President and Secretary may not hold any other office. 2. The officers of The Hideout Association shall be the Chair of the Board, President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and such other officers and assistant officers as the Board may from time to time elect. 3. The selection of the best qualified Association Board Officers shall be by the majority vote of the current Directors. The Directors, in executing their fiduciary duty, will nominate individuals who are best qualified to successfully carry out the duties of the position(s). Each candidate should possess the skills, experience, desire to serve and be willing to commit the time and energy required to successfully fill the position. Section 2. Chair The Chair, in addition to being called upon to fulfill their generic duties of an active Director on the Board will perform the following specific responsibilities required of their position:

a) The Chair, in conjunction with other Board Directors and the Community Manager, will create the agenda for all Board workshop, executive and special meetings and all regular and special membership meetings. b) The Chair will preside and maintain order over all Board workshops, executive and special meetings. They also preside, maintain order over and provide a reasonable time/ opportunity for Association members to ask questions and express their concerns during all regular and special membership meetings. c) The Chair will, if the President and the Vice President of the Board are both absent, or in the event they are both unable or refuse to act, assume the authority and responsibilities of the President/Vice President during this time. The Chair is the Board advocate for our Association’s Volunteer Committees and as such is: d) Responsible to organize, support and guide our volunteer committees. e) Collects and evaluates input from their fellow Directors based on their interactions, observations of their assigned committees. f) Will ensure that all committee forwarded CMRs are properly processed, reviewed and presented to the Board for needed action. g) Will host an annual meeting of all the Committee Chairs to review past, present and future work activities/ concerns/recommendations. Section 3. President The office of the President of the Board of Directors is a critical managerial position that requires strong people skills and organizational skills with excellent management and business skills. The President, in addition to being called upon to fulfill the generic duties of an active Director on the Board, is the primary link between the Board of Directors and the Association management team. As such the President’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, interactions with the Community Manager with regard to personnel matters, legal matters, emergencies, member concerns and policy matters established by the Board. In fulfillment of this responsibility the President, will (at least weekly) discuss concerns, exchange ideas and provide needed support. These sessions also provide the President the opportunity for observations required for the written performance review of the Community Manager. The President will also communicate with our legal counsel, as needed. The President is the Board officer responsible for investigating any and all complaints against any other Board member/s for any inappropriate actions/activities and, if needed, ensure the correct disciplinary action is administered. (continued on page 23)

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Proposed Bylaw Amendments for 2022 (continued from page 22) Section 4. Vice President The Vice President, in addition to being called upon to fulfill the generic duties of an active Director on the Board, is, in the absence of the President or the Chair or in the event of their inability or refusal to act, designated by the Board of Directors and empowered to act and shall thereupon be vested with the powers and duties of the President/ Chair. Based on the potential that the Vice President can be called upon to fill these important roles, it is important that the Vice President candidates be nominated and chosen based on their possessing strong leadership and managerial skills. It is also necessary

that the Vice President have regular interactions with the President and Chair so as to be well informed of critical items, events, etc.

Section 5. Secretary The Secretary, in addition to actively participating in general Board functions, duties and activities, is responsible for ensuring that all the Association’s governing documents and operational process documentation is current and maintained. As the Association’s “Chief Document Officer” they, working closely with the administration team will verify that quality controls are in place to ensure all required documents

and processes are current, updated and measured. Section 6. Treasurer The Treasurer of the Hideout Association is insured as per the guidelines established by the Board and the POA’s accounting firm. The Treasurer, in addition to actively participating in general Board functions, duties and activities, is responsible for the following: a) In coordination with the Financial Manager and Community Manager will meet monthly to review all funds distribution. b) Sign checks as required in conjunction with authorized Board

and staff members according to best financial practices. c) Must perform monthly bank, investment account and budget performance reviews and report on same to the Board at the monthly Board Workshop Meetings. d) Shall serve as Board’s non-voting liaison to the Budget Committee. e) In cooperation with the Financial Manager, will, at the Annual Meeting, present an analysis of our financial status and fiduciary obligations. PURPOSE: To clarify the roles/duties of the officers of the Board of Directors to accurately reflect current practices. ■

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ny bragging is not of me but of my fellow mankind and what God gave me. As I left Lisa Green’s office I was reminded of my past and cried thinking of all the wonderful people who helped me overcome a long battle. The song Bring it home was written and sung by me, Thomas Brenkus owner of Unknown Studio LLC. Everyone who made it possible can’t all be mentioned but the tree in The Hideout seemed like the perfect cover art for my song. Thanking Joseph McIntyre a local opera singer who gave me 4 weeks singing lessons and still continuing. John kutkowski a local recording studio professional for encouraging me. So forever The Hideout is now apart of music that can be found everywhere around the world digitally including Amazon, iTunes, and YouTube. As early as 4 years old I was on the cover of Frito Lay band wagon magazine. I flew an airplane around age 12 in civil air patrol. I dropped out my senior year of high school to support myself living on my own and then graduated valedictorian in high school while being class president. I joined the military shortly after high school and sang in the blue falcon choral group in tech school. I sang my first solo with instruments accompanying me live at Hollisterville First Baptist church. I have been offered scholarships to college

and was accepted to every college and university I’ve ever applied to including Canisius in Buffalo NY and University of North Texas. Though never getting a degree I received certifications and roughly 44 credit hours with GPA of 3.67 mostly from the military. I’ve been told I should be a consultant for the government. This past 9-11 ceremony after singing with the crowd a neighbor said to me I had the most beautiful voice she ever heard. A neighbor that had me over for dinner said I should go on American idol. A friend from Africa said I’m going to be a billionaire. For 17 years I lived in a combination of fear and doubt. It took someone calling me stupid which led me to figure life’s purpose out. Love truly conquers all. Two things that helped restore me are know thyself and seize the day. I thank God for his pushing me through life and everyone who encouraged me which were very few in life. I hope to use my talents for as much good as possible. I especially owe John my recording studio professional so much for pushing me as I learned about music the past 2 months. John also had a friend give me singing lessons to have confidence in myself. So special thanks to John and Joseph McIntyre 2 of Pennsylvania’s best. ■

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COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Wildlife and Forestry Committee Meeting Minutes - December 9, 2021 Present: Jill Metschulat, Cathy Long, Laura Rusnak, Fred Sakacs, Joseph Piotrowski, Kathy Carpenter

and 4 ft welded wire with t-stakes should be placed around the plantings to deter browsing.

Absent: N/A

7. Wood Duck Boxes: These are in house and will be installed in the spring at (1) Big Spring Pond near the golf course pump house, and (2) on the island at Brooks Lake.

Excused: N/A Guests: Jack Medina Start Time: 11:02AM 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Motion to Approve the November 11, 2021 Minutes: Made by Joe Piotrowski and Seconded by Kathy Carpenter and passed unanimously. 3. Deer Management: There have been no reports of DMAP hunting tags being fulfilled. The deer firearm season goes through December 11th. Joe indicated that flintlock season is after deer firearm season. 4. Gypsy Moths: Biobase Pest Solutions was on site in November and recommends a fungal release for 2022, but determined spraying was not necessary. 5. Nuisance Wildlife: Waiting for report from Public Safety and Palmyra Wildlife. It was noted the report should then go to Laura to compile. 6. Roamingwood Park Native Garden: Weeding took place on November 18th just before the rain hit. The trees and shrubs should be covered with burlap as wildlife browsing is damaging the new plantings. In the spring 2-3 inch diameter plastic should cover the trunks

8. Nature Trail: On the 16th, some members walked the Nature Trail to denote where the educational signs should be placed. Another sign is being prepared for Winterberry Holly. This will be tabled until March. 9. John Goldman Memorial Bench: A work order was put in to place the bench at the entrance to the Nature Trail. The plaque was received and a work order will be put in to put the plaque on the bench and a ceremony scheduled. The committee determined the event should not be advertised but the Board and personal, close friends of the Goldmans should be invited. This will be tabled until spring for warmer weather. 10. Applicants: a. Kathy Carpenter has been made a confirmed member of the Wildlife and Forestry Committee. Cathy long welcomed her to the Committee. b. Jack Medina has applied and the Board has approved his membership to the Committee pending the Committee’s approval. Mr. Medina introduced himself. He put in for committees to learn as

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Environmental Control Committee Meeting Minutes - December 10, 2021 Call to Order at: 9:00 am

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Outlet Structure Update: DSI will be out next week to insure compound is properly cured. Approval has been given to install actuators for gates. Dams, streams and lakes look good.

Present: Mike Burns – Chairperson, Larry Lieberher, Ron Phelps, Paul Spiese, Dennis Polhamus – Facilities Manager, Richard Guiffredo – Board Liaison, Tina Fairfax Motion to approve the meeting minutes of 10/228/2021 – Approved as adjusted & 11/19/21 – Approved as written. Motion: Larry Lieberher, 2nd Ron Phelps Permits issued 10/28/21 – 12/8/21: Approved by unanimous vote. Motion: Mike Burns, 2nd Ron Phelps. Projects: Upcoming projects discussed. REVIEW/DISCUSSION Ski Hill: All projects for this year have been completed and the snow guns are working well. Lot Violations/Citations: Public Safety is helping spot violations, taking photos and forwarding them to the department for citing. Stormwater Update: There are a few small projects left for this season. There a lot of projects planned for next season. The Maplewood swale will be a main focus. Main Gate Update: Awaiting updated

ECC Manual updates: Proposed updates for 2022 were approved. The 2022 updated ECC Manual will be emailed to committee members for final approval. The committee will continue reviewing the manual as a “living document” for quarterly updates. Discussion of what happens if a property is delineated as wetlands: We would refer to Wayne County Conservation. Discussion of Leaf Blowing vs sucking them up.

much as possible about the Community. He is a vice president for a cooperative in Queens. His scheduled constrains his physical presence but he is always available. He wants to be stronger in this area and learn so he can be a part of something bigger. He likes skiing, fishing, shooting, and is a member of the Coast Guard. The Committee thanked him for his interest and invited him to continue attending meetings to learn. 11. Tabled Items c. Feral Cats: 84 Consent to Trap Forms on file. Tabled until March then schedule a Community presentation. A $500 donation has been requested for C Alley Cats. It was noted that the TNR program does not operate in the winter as the cats may freeze in the trap boxes.

d. National Wildlife Federation Certified Wildlife Habitat: Tabled until February. Committee suggested this be an article in February. e. Composter program: Tabled until April. f. Native Vegetation Meadow/Deer Exclusion Zone a. Phragmites. It was noted that treatment will continue for the next 2 years in the area of the basketball courts and maintenance area near the Main Beach and along Avoy Road. Phragmites can change the course of waterways. Rooter run a minimum of 3 feet with runners. g. Spotted Lanternfly. The Hideout is in a quarantine area. A presentation should be

scheduled for spring. Cathy will check with Diane at the Penn State Master Gardner Program. The egg sac sign should be put up to replace the sign for adults. h. Geese Management i. Deer Birth Control j. Recycling Bins k. Earth Day. Discuss plans for event in February. l. Kids QR Codes 12. Questions & Comments. General discussion. a. It was discussed that there is a branch down in the back, left of the deer exclusion fence that should be removed. The deer exclusion area and native vegetation meadow should be photographed up close to show the difference and put on the website. b. Committee should be set to 7 member max for efficiency. c. Robert Hamlin submitted an application and should be invited to the meeting. d. Members asked about riding along on the deer survey. Jill will look into this.

13. Motion to Adjourn: Fed motioned to close, Laura seconded and the motion passed unanimously. End Time: 11:47 a.m. Next Wildlife & Forestry Committee meeting will occur on Thursday, January 13th, 11AM in person at the POA and also via Zoom. ■

Year of the tiger

he lunar new year is celebrated in many cultures, but perhaps no celebration garners as much attention as China’s. The fanfare begins each year around the beginning of February. The Chinese New Year is marked by 12 zodiac symbols, which are rotated on a 12-year cycle. 2022 is The Year of the Tiger, a zodiac sign last celebrated in 2010. The tiger holds the third sign of the Chinese zodiac, based on the tenacity he showed in crossing the perilous river during the Chinese Zodiac Race. The Jade Emperor didn’t know which big cat to include in the race, with the mighty lion garnering consideration. However, the lion’s raging temper

repelled the Emperor, so the tiger was chosen instead. The tiger has been a prominent symbol in Chinese culture. It is known as the king of all beasts, and is a symbol of strength, bravery and exorcising evils. People born during a Tiger year may live to seek adventure and have an insatiable thirst for knowledge. They also may be a little reckless and restless. Tigers have big energies and are fiercely independent, according to Chinese astrologer Tiffany Lin. Enterprising and risk-takers, Tigers may be natural born entrepreneurs. The Year of the Tiger is cause for celebration, and this year’s festivities begin on February 1. ■

New Environmental Manager: Dennis announced that our new Environmental Manager, Paul Matarazzo will be starting on 12/21/21.

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Election of 2022 Chairperson: Ron Phelps nominated Mike Burns to be the 2022 Chairperson. Vote was unanimous.

Meeting ended at: 10:30 am Motion: Ron Phelps, 2nd Larry Lieberher Next Meeting: Friday, 1/14/22, 9:00 at the POA Board Room ■

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a survey for members. Survey will consist of questions to help better understand the wants and needs of our members. They went over the last survey. They added and removed what was needed. SKI HILL Ski Hill is ready to go weather permitting. TIKI BAR We will be getting a new set of plans early next year. MAIN GATE We will get new plans early next year. We had to revise the old ones. MOTION TO ADJOURN: Motion By: Lisa McKenna

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n/a 2.00 11.00 30.00

n/a 2.00 13.00 30.00

Guest 10-Play Pass (Mon. - Fri. Only, 9 Holes) 144.00 Guest 10-Play Carts 72.00 Member 10-Play Greens 108.00 Member 10-Play Carts 72.00

Non Reciprocal 300.00 360.00 600.00 400.00 800.00

With Reciprocal 330.00 390.00 650.00 430.00 850.00

Tee times will be up to (7) days in advance. A $5.00 per person fee will be charged for cancellations. Mandatory cart usage on weekends and holidays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

AQUATICS

LAUREL PARK - CAMPGROUND FEES

(570) 698-4100, ext. 300 Daily Pool Pass Seasonal Pool Pass for (6) Guest Badges Seasonal Individual Pool Pass (570) 698-4100, ext. 160 Semi-Private Swimming Lesson (1/2 hr) Private Swimming Lesson (1/2 hr) Two-Week Progressive Swim Lessons Swim Team Registration Second Child Additional Children Lifeguard Training Lifeguard Recertification Water Aerobics Rowboat/Paddleboat Rental per Hour Kayak/Canoe Rental per Hour Single Kayak/ Paddleboard per Hour Rowboat Rental Full Day

(570) 698-4100, ext. 160 Member No Cost 65.00 18.00

Guest 5.00 n/a n/a

15.00 20.00 65.00 75.00 40.00

18.00 25.00 75.00 n/a n/a

Member 20.00 14.00 55.00 300.00 750.00 60.00 100.00 155.00 30.00

Vacation Site - Day Tent Site - Day Tent Site - Week Monthly Site Yearly Site Storage Fee up to 15 ft Storage Fee 15 ft to 22 ft Storage Fee > 22 ft Late Fee (After April 30)

35.00

n/a

NUBIA MALKIN ART CENTER

185.00 40.00 No Cost 20.00 18.00 16.00 60.00

260.00 70.00 No Cost 20.00 18.00 16.00 n/a

(570) 698-4100, ext. 164 Stained Glass Annual Membership Fee Art Camp (2hrs/day 5 days)

Member 20.00 45.00

Guest 25.00 20.00 80.00 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a

Guest n/a n/a

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2022 AMENITY FEE GUIDE (may be SKI HILL

COMMUNICATIONS (570) 698-4100, ext. 107

16.00 50.00

Hideabout Business Advertising - Contact Advertising Editor

Varies

HIDEOUT CAMP PROGRAMS (570) 698-4100, ext. 160 Ages:

Member

Hideabout Newspaper Annual Subscription Web Classifieds - House for Sale by Owner, House for Rent

subject to change)

3-6 Yrs 25.00 100.00 700.00

10% discount for multiple family members

per Month

Per Child - 1 Day Per Week - 1 Day Full Season (No Refunds)

7-14 Yrs 23.00 90.00 600.00

Tot Camp, Adventure Kids Camp and Explorers Camp are offered five (5) days per week. Sports Camps (2hrs/day 5 days)

REGISTRATION (570) 698-4100, ext. 300 Annual Vehicle Access Stickers - Sponsored Guest Annual Vehicle Access Gate Access Badge - Sponsored Guest Member Access Badge Replace Member Picture Badge Clickers Contractors' Gate Access Badge Replace Member Guest Badge Additional Member Guest Badges (over six) Update Member Guest Badges (over six) New Owner Fee Dog Park Tags Dog Park Renewal Social Membership (Also available st Clubhouse) RENTAL FEES 1-3 Overnights 4-7 Overnights 8-14 Overnights 15 days to 3 months 29 days 4 months to 1 year Rental Late Fee (less than 2 business days in advance) Failure to Register Renters : 1st offense 2nd offense 3rd offense S/T Renter Guest Badge L/T Renter Badge Access Adult L/T Renter Guest Badge (PVC) Replace Renter Picture Badge Replace Renter Guest Badge L/T Renter Non Driver Badge

45.00

(570) 698-4100, ext. 102

Member 30.00 30.00 30.00 25.00 55.00 55.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 35.00 15.00 15.00 10.00 35.00 100.00 125.00 155.00 225.00 425.00 100.00 1000.00 2000.00 3000.00 12.00 30.00 25.00 25.00 25.00

+ 6 mo sus + perm ban

Generator (whole house or stationary) Painting - Staining Re-Roofing Satellite Antenna Siding (Vinyl, wood) Additions Deck - New Deck - Replacement Dock/Bulkhead Driveway (new or asphalt re-top) Excavation/Demolition Fuel Storage Tanks (Propane, Oil) Garage - attached or detached Gazebo Major Landscape New Home Parking Pad Pet Enclosure Porch/Sunroom Hand Railing Retaining Wall Shed Tree Removal Roof Mounted Solar Systems New Home Lot - Trees Deposit

Member 20.00 No Cost No Cost 10.00 No Cost 100.00 75.00 50.00 60.00 50.00 40.00 20.00 100.00 45.00 40.00 600.00 40.00 10.00 100.00 40.00 30.00 45.00 20.00 15.00 3000.00

Improvements to Lot without securing a Hideout Building Permit will result in the assessement of a $250 ECC Fine. A second violation will result in a $500 ECC Fine.

20.00

BULK GARBAGE FEES

ENVIRONMENT CONTROL

(570) 698-4100, ext. 133

(570) 698-4100, ext. 166 Member 10.00 50.00

Minimum Charge Washer/Dryer Mattress/Box Springs Twin/Full Queen/King Carpet 8x10 / 10x12 Hot Water Heaters Dresser/Table Couch/Sofa Gas Grill Toilet/Sink Pick-up Truck / Trailer Small

n/a

PERMIT FEES

Member 150.00 150.00 50.00

1st Offense 2nd Offense Administration fine for repeat violations

35.00 50.00 35.00 40.00 30.00 50.00 30.00 30.00

Late Fee for Permit not picked up +20 days Late Fee for Permit not closed out +20 days

25.00 25.00

These fines include, but are not limited to: Debris on Property, Unregistered Motor Vehicle and Overgrown Vegetation 1st Offense violations corrected within 30 days will be rescinded. All ECC Citations must be corrected within 30 days or another citation will be issued.

75.00

Large

150.00

If the second citation is corrected with 14 days it shall be rescinded.

Dump Truck

250.00

Repeat violators will be subject to appearance and review by the Disciplinary Committee for disposition.

PUBLIC SAFETY (570) 698-4100, ext. 149

TRAFFIC

NON-TRAFFIC 1

VIOLATION 26 TO 40 mph Speeding

Speeding in a designated Safety Zone

Repeat

Offense 75.00

Offense 150.00

41 TO 50mph 51 TO 60 mph Exceeding 60mph 26 TO 40 mph

100.00 175.00 250.00

200.00 350.00 500.00

125.00

250.00

41 TO 50mph 51 TO 60 mph

175.00 350.00

350.00 700.00

Exceeding 60mph

500.00

1000.00

VIOLATION

CODE

Offense

PUBLIC ORDER Disorderly Conduct Public Drunkenness Harassment Theft of Service Purchase, Consumption or

Repeat Offense

PO-01 PO-02 PO-03 PO-04

150.00 150.00 150.00

300.00 300.00 300.00

150.00

300.00

Beverages by Juvenile Littering

PO-05 PO-06

150.00 250.00

500.00 Disciplinary

Feeding of Wildlife

PO-07

1000.00

Action

Failure to Comply

PO-08

150.00

300.00

Transportation of Malt or Brewed

Stop Signs & Yield Signs

PET

300.00

50.00

100.00

50.00 250.00 50.00 50.00 250.00 250.00 100.00 100.00 250.00

100.00 500.00 100.00 100.00 500.00 500.00 200.00 200.00 500.00

Excessive Barking Failure to License Pet Failure to Inoculate Pet Failure to Keep Pet Leashed Failure to Keep Pet Under Control Failure to Clean Up Pet Excrement Pets not Allowed to Enter POA Facilities Failure to Comply

P-01 P-02 P-03 P-04 P-05 P-06 P-07 P-08

50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00 150.00

100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 300.00

Passing School Bus 250.00 Parking in a Fire Zone 150.00 Parking in handicapped space 250.00 Parking on any street in development (Snow Emergency) 50.00 Parking on any street in development without prior authorization 25.00 Parking at an amentity overnight without prior authorization 25.00 Expired Hideout Vehicle ID 25.00 Failure to display Hideout Vehicle ID 25.00

500.00 300.00 500.00 100.00 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00

Counter Clockwise Direction B-01 Reckless Operation of a Watercraft B-02 No Observer B-03 No Personal Flotation Device B-04 100 Foot Rule B-05 Unregisterd Watercraft (Hideout and/or State) B-06 30 Minute Docking Violation B-07 Underage Operation of a Watercraft B-08 Watercraft Anchored Within 100' of Swim Area B-09

75.00 500.00 75.00 75.00 75.00 100.00 75.00 75.00 75.00

150.00 1000.00 150.00 150.00 150.00 200.00 150.00 150.00 150.00

Oversized Watercraft

B-10

500.00

1000.00

No Boaters Safety Education Course Certificate B-11 No Fishing License B-12 Failure to Comply B-13

250.00 75.00 150.00

500.00 150.00 300.00

Careless Driving Reckless Driving Failure to Signal on Turn Operating a vehicle without certificate of inspection Failure to yield to emergency vehicle Endangering safety of working crews Operating Unregistered Vehicle Unlicensed Driver Improper Passing

FIREWORKS Unauthorized use with exception of sparklers

1st off 2nd off 3rd off

500.00 1000.00 1500.00

plus suspen

FISH & BOAT

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WATER DAMAGE? MOLD?

PHYSICAL THERAPY

EXERCISE: KEY TO HEALTHY HEART & BONES

Due to BROKEN or FROZEN PIPES, SEWAGE BACK-UP, WET BASEMENT, LEAKS, DAMP CRAWLSPACE... I

By: Bernard J. Povanda, PT, COMT, FAAOMPT

24 HOUR EMERGENCY RESPONSE

EMERGENCY WATER REMOVAL Certified Mold Remediation Basement Waterproofing Crawlspace Waterproofing Moisture Control

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Specializing in Orthopedic Manual Therapy: • ORTHOPEDIC CONDITIONS

- Neck & Back Pain - Pre/Post Surgical-Total Hip & Knee Replacements - Sports Injuries-ACLs, Rotator Cuffs

Bernard J. Povanda, PT, COMT, FAAOMPT Owner & Founder

• WORK INJURIES • AUTO INJURIES • FALL RISK / GAIT / BALANCE

Anthony J. Grasso, DPT Sarah Sopinski, DPT

Providing convenient, close-to-home, proven care for all of your physical therapy needs in the Hamlin community for over 30 years.

Schedule your appointment TODAY!

Your Health. Your Care. Your Choice.

Visit us online at: www.PTinNEPA.com • Like us on Facebook

n recognition of February being “Heart Health Awareness Month”, it’s important to discuss the importance of exercise for the heart, as well as it’s importance for the bones. Heart disease is the leading cause of death every year in the United States. The good news is that the leading risk factors of heart disease can be addressed. Increased activity or exercise, eating a healthy diet, managing stress and cutting out tobacco use are key factors to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and increase heart health. A healthy diet and lifestyle are the best weapons to fight heart disease. Exercise is the stimulus that makes bones grow stronger. Stressing bone through exercise and activity encourages it to increase its calcium content and become denser. Not only does exercise help to maintain bone mass, it also reduces age-related bone loss. It decreases the risk of osteoporosis and improves muscle strength and coordination, which help in preventing falls and bone fractures. Along with exercise, a proper diet is important to maintaining bone strength. In particular, a proper supply of calcium is needed for bones to grow stronger. There are many foods that are good sources of calcium, but often a physician will recommend a calcium supplement for the recommended daily dose. It’s never too late to begin an exercise regimen. There are so many benefits to being active. As a physical therapist, I encourage patients to keep moving. Together we create an exercise program based on each individual patient’s needs, according to their lifestyle and interests. Don’t hesitate to get moving today! ■

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Scotty’s Services, Inc.

JTJ

HVAC—Heating, Air Conditioning & Ventilation

“Quality First, Service Always” 429 Hamlin Highway P.O. Box 924 Hamlin, PA 18427

Builders, Inc

Renvotions, Remodeling, Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, & Flooring

Office: (570) Office: (570) 689-0890 689-0890

Fax: (570) 689-0662

www.ScottysServices.com www.ScottysServices.com Email us at: ScottysServices@gmail.com ScottysServices@gmail.com

PA#007881 24 Hour Emergency Service

For more information on Committee & Board of Directors Meetings, please visit the Event Calendar on The Hideout website. Sign in at www.hideoutassoc.com and find the calendar under “Member Central.”

...just call Joe

570-228-1169

Insured PA169792

ON SALE NOW

MIKE’S WALK-IN CARPET 570-226-5600

SELECT CARPET STYLES NOW: STARTING AT $1.89 sq. ft. Installed*

Largest Inventory of Remnants!! A wide variety of styles and colors. NOW: Up to 50% off

Left out the main gate, 5 miles, towards Hawley

Open: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Call for hours.

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Servicing the Hideout for 26 yrs.

570-689-7407

www.ecareyconstruction.com

The Speed Limit in The Hideout is

25 MPH

unless otherwise posted

PA 149555

Fully Insured

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JT’s Painting & Contracting Painting Interior and Exterior Drywall Tape/Spackle Wallpaper Venetian Plastering Flooring

Finished Basements Bathroom Remodels Kitchen Installations Tile Work Decks Additions Power Washing

We cater to all facets of home repair

570-698-7310 or cell: 917-567-0398

Call backs within 24 hrs. John Ortola Owner operated Over 30 yrs. experience

Honest quote Insured POA Member PA019230

(570) 351-8005

Residential & Commercial

OTHER SERVICES:

ROOFING ADDITIONS RESTORATION KENNETH BURGER WATERPROOFING 23 Hamlin Highway ELECTRICAL Moscow, PA 18444 DECKS kennethburgercontracting@gmail.com

SNOW PLOWING

FEBRUARY 2022 HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER - SECTION 2

February Recreation Activities

Tues

1-Feb

Mohegan Sun Bus Trip – Leaves NM Art Center 10am, departs 4:30pm

Mon

14-Feb

Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M-F)

Tues

1-Feb

Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Mon

14-Feb

Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

Wed

2-Feb

Chair Yoga w/ Ruth Piptone 10:30-11:30am in the MPR $5 per person

Tues

15-Feb

Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Wed

2-Feb

Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Wed

16-Feb

Chair Yoga w/ Ruth Piptone 10:30-11:30am in the MPR $5 per person

Wed

2-Feb

Family Open Gym 3:00pm – 5:00 pm

Wed

16-Feb

Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

Wed

2-Feb

Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

Wed

16-Feb

Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Thurs

3-Feb

Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly)

Wed

16-Feb

After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.)

Fri

4-Feb

Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M-F)

Thurs

17-Feb

Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly)

Fri

4-Feb

Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

Fri

18-Feb

Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M-F)

Fri

4-Feb

Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Fri

18-Feb

Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

Fri

18-Feb

Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Fri 4-Feb Fri

4-Feb

Portrait drawing, all ages $5.00 per person. Reservations required 3p.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center Ceramics for all ages 3p.m.-6p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Fri 4-Feb

Stained Glass w/Penny 13 yrs and up. $20 per person Reservations required. 6.pm.-9p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Fri

Adult Ceramic time. BYOB 21 yrs and up. 6p.m.-9p.m., N.M.Art Center

Fri 18-Feb Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly) Fri

18-Feb

Ceramics for all ages 3p.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Fri 18-Feb

Acrylic painting, all ages $5.00 per person. Reservations required, Nubia Malkin Art Center

Fri 4-Feb Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Fri 18-Feb

Stained glass w/ Penny, 13 yrs and up $20.00 per person. Reservations Required 6p.m.-9p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sat 5-Feb Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat

Ceramics for all ages 11 a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

4-Feb

Sat

5-Feb

Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sat

5-Feb

Ceramics for all ages 11 a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sat 5-Feb

Stained Glass w/Penny 13 yrs and up. $20 per person Reservations required. 12p.m.-4p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sat 5-Feb

Kid’s Craft ages 3yrs to 6yrs $3.00 per person Reservations required, Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sun

6-Feb

Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sun

6-Feb

Ceramics for all ages 11 a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sun 6-Feb

Portrait drawing, all ages $5.00 per person. Reservations required 1p.m.-3p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Mon

7-Feb

Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly)

Mon

7-Feb

Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M-F)

Mon

7-Feb

Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

Mon

7-Feb

After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.)

Tues

8-Feb

Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Wed

9-Feb

Chair Yoga w/ Ruth Piptone 10:30-11:30am in the MPR $5 per person

Wed

9-Feb

Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Wed

9-Feb

After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.)

Wed

9-Feb

Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

Thurs

10-Feb

Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly)

Fri

11-Feb

Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M-F)

Fri

11-Feb

Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

Fri

11-Feb

Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Fri 11-Feb Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

19-Feb

Sat 19-Feb

Kid’s Craft ages 3yrs to 6yrs $3.00 per person Reservations required, Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sat 19-Feb

Paint & Sip BYOB Reservations Required, 7pm-9pm, Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sat

Open House, 1pm-5pm, ISC

19-Feb

Sun

20-Feb

Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sun

20-Feb

Ceramics for all ages 11 a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sun 20-Feb

Acrylic painting, all ages $5.00 per person. Reservations required 1p.m.-3p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Mon

Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly)

21-Feb

Mon

21-Feb

After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.)

Mon

21-Feb

Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M-F)

Mon

21-Feb

Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

Tues

22-Feb

Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Wed

23-Feb

Chair Yoga w/ Ruth Piptone 10:30-11:30am in the MPR $5 per person

Wed

23-Feb

Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

Wed

23-Feb

After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.)

Wed

23-Feb

Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Thurs

24-Feb

Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly)

Fri

25-Feb

Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Fri

25-Feb

Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M-F)

Fri

25-Feb

Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

Fri 25-Feb Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly) Fri 25-Feb

Enlarged Quilling, all ages $5.00 per person, Reservations Required, 1pm-3pm, Nubia Malkin Art Center

Fri

11-Feb

Watercolor- all ages $5.00 per person, Reservations required, N.M.A.C.

Fri

25-Feb

Ceramics for all ages 3p.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Fri

11-Feb

Adult Ceramic time. BYOB 21 yrs and up. 6p.m.-9p.m., N.M.Art Center

Fri

25-Feb

Adult Ceramic time. BYOB 21 yrs and up. 6p.m.-9p.m., N.M.Art Center

Stained glass w/ Penny, 13 yrs and up $20.00 per person. Reservations Required 6p.m.-9p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sat 26-Feb Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Fri 11-Feb

Sat 12-Feb Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly) Sat

12-Feb

Sat

12-Feb

Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sat

26-Feb

Sat

26-Feb

Ceramics for all ages 11 a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sat 26-Feb

Sat 12-Feb

Stained glass w/ Penny, 13+ yrs old, $20.00 per person. Reservations Required 12 p.m.- 4p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sat 26-Feb

Sat 12-Feb

Wood Burning w/ John Bobcik, 12+ yrs old, $10.00 pp , Reservations Required, 1pm-3pm, Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sun

27-Feb

Sun 27-Feb

Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly) Ceramics for all ages 11 a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center Stained glass w/ Penny, 13+ yrs old, $20.00 pp, RSVP Required, 12 p.m.- 4p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center Wood Burning w/ John Bobcik and guest, 12+ yrs old, $10.00 pp, RSVP Required, 1pm-3pm, Nubia Malkin Art Center Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly) Enlarged Quilling, all ages $5.00 per person, Reservations Required, 1pm-3pm, Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sun

13-Feb

Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sun

13-Feb

Ceramics for all ages, 11am-5pm, Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sun

27-Feb

Ceramics for all ages 11 a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sun 13-Feb

Watercolor- all ages $5.00 per person, Reservations required 1p.m.-3p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Mon

28-Feb

Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly)

Mon

14-Feb

Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly)

Mon

14-Feb

After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.)

Mon

28-Feb

Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M-F)

Mon

28-Feb

Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

Mon

28-Feb

After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.)

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ENVIRONMENTAL PAGE From: Paul Matarazzo B.Env.Sc., Environmental Manager G

reetings,

Many ponder how the local wildlife make it through winters that can be rather harsh, or mild depnding on the indecisive Northeast Pennsylvannia weather. Natural food seems to be scarce, and the thought of feeding the local deer herd bagged corn in efforts to help them bear the cold seems like a caring gesture. Little do most people know, feeding whitetail deer and other wild species is extremely detrimental to their health, and ability to survive. • The number one hazard for wildlife due to unnatural feeding is the spread of disease amongst the herd. With Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) becoming more prevalent in the Northeast, it is very important to abstain from feeding deer. • Another facet unbeknown to many of a deer’s biological processes, is that the animals are adept to low amounts of food intake in the colder months of the year. They have evolved over thousands of years to be able to withstand fierce winters. They are able to do this, thanks to their metabolism, which naturally decreases considerably during the winter. They aim at keeping their metabolic rate down by moving, and expending energy as little as possible. When humans feed deer, they create unnatural travel patterns and coax deer into using their fat stores, in turn expending energy that they desperately need to survive. This can lead to in some cases, up to a 42% winter mortality rate in a deer herd. • A snowball effect that feeding wildlife can have is the attraction of unwanted predators. When mammals such as (squirrels, mice, deer, etc…), are gathering in one confined area consistently, predatory animals will take notice and begin to capitalize on the easy feeding opportunity. This creates the opposite outcome of the feeding’s intent.

• Lastly, feeding wildlife and congregating them in one small area, severely degrades the surrounding habitat. The same animals lingering around the areas they are being manually fed in, will also browse and consume all of the native forage directly available due to an exceeded carrying capacity. Attempting to meet the goals of a healthy ecosystem’s carrying capacity is the exact reason the deer management program takes place as well. The annual USDA deer population survey has not occurred yet for 2022, nor is a culling of the population confirmed for the upcoming year as of now. Since 2014, the number of deer incidents recorded by Public Safety in The Hideout has decreased from 23, to 4. The Hideout’s goal is to create a sustainable, but most importantly, a healthy wildlife population and ecosystem in our beautiful NEPA sanctuary. • The Hideout rules and regulations state that in support of our community’s wildlife management efforts and to reduce the need for future culls, that the feeding of any wildlife (with the exception of birds) within The Hideout is prohibited and is subject to an initial Citation and Fine in the amount of $1,000.00. Anyone who chooses to feed birds can do so only if they use a bird feeder(s) unit that is kept at a minimum height of eight (8) feet above ground level, if not they will also be subject to a Citation and a $1,000.00 fine. Information Courtesy of: https://www.pgc. pa.gov/Wildlife/WildlifeSpecies/WhitetailedDeer/Documents/feeding_deer.pdf Photo courtesy of: https://www.northernontario.travel/best/a-guide-to-backyard deer-feeding ■

What’s “Hiding Out” in our Community this Month? Gray Fox, Urocyon Cinereoargenteus

ore commonly seen in this region of the country, and possibly even your backyard, is the red fox; But their more elusive relative is just as striking. The gray fox can be found all over the world, and in the vast majority of the United States. They inhabit the entire state of Pennsylvania, and generally tend to avoid urban areas unlike the red fox.

• The big distinguishing factor between red and gray fox is the coloration, described in the name, red fox are red in color with black fur surrounding the face, and front of their legs and paws. The gray fox is mostly gray in color with black fur running down the top of its tail. Gray fox have rust colored fur in their chest and face as well.

Many call the gray fox a “tree fox”, or “cat fox”, due to their ability to climb trees to escape danger, den, or catch prey. They are able to climb due to their ability to rotate their wrists, and semi retract their claws. Retractable claws are not a common feature of canids, making the gray fox very unique. • Gray fox tend to breed in the months of February and March, and have a gestation period of approximately 52 days. They can have anywhere from 3-7 kits in their litter. The young will be born between April and May, and will open their eyes approximately 10 days after being born. The young will remain with the family group until late fall, and disperse to repeat the cycle all over again.

• The gray fox is a predator of opportunity, as well as a forager. They enjoy consuming anything from berries and forbs, to cottontail rabbits and mice. You may even catch them enjoying some vegetables in your garden! • Gray fox in the U.S. are considered to have a stable population, and are a healthy member of our ecosystems. They play a key role in managing rodent and small mammal populations. • Gray fox have some very fascinating adaptations specific to them, that amassed some interesting nicknames.

Photo courtesy of: https://www. christopherfarmandgardens.org/areasof-interest/nature-center/coyote-2/ Info courtesy of: https://www. wildlifesciencecenter.org/gray-fox ■

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March Recreation Activities

Tues 1-Mar Mohegan Sun Bus Trip – Leaves Art Center 10am, departs Mohegan 4:30pm Tues 1-Mar Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.) Wed 2-Mar Chair Yoga w/ Ruth Piptone 10:30-11:30am in the MPR $5 per person (Weekly) Wed 2-Mar Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly) Wed 2-Mar Family Open Gym 3:00pm – 5:00 pm Wed 2-Mar Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F) Thurs 3-Mar Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly) Fri 4-Mar Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday) Fri 4-Mar Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F) Fri 4-Mar Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.) Fri 4-Mar Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly) Fri. 4-Mar Aboriginal dot art, all ages $5.00 per person. Reservations required 3p.m.-5p.m. Fri. 4-Mar Ceramics for all ages 3p.m.-6p.m. Fri. 4-Mar Stained Glass W/Penny 13yrs and up $20.00 per person Reservations required 6p.m.-9p.m. Fri. 4-Mar Adult Ceramic time BYOB 21yrs and up 6p.m.-9p.m. Sat 5-Mar Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly) Sat 5-Mar Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly) Sat 5-Mar Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m. Sat 5-Mar Stained Glass W/Penny 13yrs and up $20.00 per person Reservations required 12p.m.-4p.m. Sat 5-Mar Kids Craft ages 3-6 yrs $3.00 per person Reservations required 1p.m.-3p.m. Sun 6-Mar Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m. Sun 6-Mar Aboriginal dot art, all ages $5.00 per person. Reservations required 1p.m.-3p.m. Sun 6-Mar Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly) Mon 7-Mar Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly) Mon 7-Mar Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday) Mon 7-Mar Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F) Mon 7-Feb After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.) Tues 8-Mar Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.) Wed 9-Mar Chair Yoga w/ Ruth Piptone 10:30-11:30am in the MPR $5 per person (Weekly) Wed 9-Mar Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly) Wed 9-Mar After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.) Wed 9-Mar Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F) Thurs 10-Mar Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly) Fri 11-Mar Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday) Fri 11-Mar Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F) Fri 11-Mar Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.) Fri 11-Mar Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly) Fri 11-Mar Working with clay all ages $5.00 per person Reservation required 3p.m-5p.m. Fri 11-Mar Adult Ceramic time BYOB 21yrs and up 6p.m.-9p.m. Fri 11-Mar Stained Glass w/Penny 13yrs and up $20.00 per person Reservations required 12p.m.-4p.m. Sat 12-Mar Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly) Sat 12-Mar Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m. Sat 12-Mar Stained Glass w/ Penny 13yrs and up $20.00 per person Reservations required 12p.m.-4p.m. Sat 12-Mar Woodburning w/ John Bobcik 12 yrs and up $10.00 per person Reservations required 1p.m-3p.m. Sat 12-Mar Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly) Sun 13-Mar Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m. Sun 13-Mar Working with clay all ages $5.00 per person Reservation required 1p.m-3p.m. Sun 13-Mar Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly) Mon 14-Mar Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly) Mon 14-Mar After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.) Mon 14-Mar Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday) Mon 14-Mar Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F) Tues 15-Mar Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.) Wed 16-Mar Chair Yoga w/ Ruth Piptone 10:30-11:30am in the MPR $5 per person (Weekly)

Wed 16-Mar Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F) Wed 16-Mar Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly) Wed 16-Mar After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.) Thurs 17-Mar Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly) Fri 18-Mar Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday) Fri 18-Mar Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F) Fri 18-Mar Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.) Fri 18-Mar Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly) Fri 18-Mar Ceramics for all ages 3p.m.-5p.m. Fri 18-Mar Pottery wheel Demo all ages $5.00 per person Reservations required 3p.m.-5p.m. Fri 18-Mar Stained glass w/ Penny 13yrs and up $20.00 per person Reservations required 6p.m.-9p.m. Sat 19-Mar Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m. Sat 19-Mar Kids Craft ages 3-6 yrs $3.00 per person Reservations required 1p.m.-3p.m. Sat 19-Mar Paint n Sip BYOB reservations required 7p.m.-9p.m. Sat 19-Mar Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly) Sat 19-Mar Adult Bingo Night, Main Lodge, 6pm Sat 19-Mar Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly) Sun 20-Mar Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m. Sun 20-Mar Pottery wheel Demo all ages $5.00 per person Reservations required 1p.m.-3p.m. Sun 20-Mar Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly) Mon 21-Mar Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly) Mon 21-Mar After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.) Mon 21-Mar Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday) Mon 21-Mar Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F) Tues 22-Mar Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.) Wed 23-Mar Chair Yoga w/ Ruth Piptone 10:30-11:30am in the MPR $5 per person (Weekly) Wed 23-Mar Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F) Wed 23-Mar After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.) Wed 23-Mar Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly) Thurs 24-Mar Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly) Fri 25-Mar Acrylic painting all ages $5.00 per person reservations required Fri 25-Mar Ceramics for all ages 3p.m.-5p.m. Fri 25-Mar Adult Ceramic time BYOB 21yrs and up 6p.m.-9p.m. Fri 25-Mar Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.) Fri 25-Mar Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday) Fri 25-Mar Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F) Fri 25-Mar Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly) Sat 26-Mar Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m. Sat 26-Mar Stained Glass w/ Penny 13yrs and up $20.00 per person Reservations required 12p.m.-4p.m. Sat 26-Mar Wood Carving w/John Bobcik and guest 12 yrs up $10.00 per person Reservations required 1p.m-3p.m. Sat 26-Mar Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly) Sat 26-Mar Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly) Sun 27-Mar Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m. Sun 27-Mar Acrylic painting all ages $5.00 per person reservations required Sun 27-Mar Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly) Mon 28-Mar Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly) Mon 28-Mar Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday) Mon 28-Mar Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F) Mon 28-Mar After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.) Tues 29-Mar Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.) Wed 30-Mar Chair Yoga w/ Ruth Piptone 10:30-11:30am in the MPR $5 per person (Weekly) Wed 30-Mar Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F) Wed 30-Mar After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.) Wed 30-Mar Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly) Thurs 31-Mar Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly) Thurs 31-Mar Dock Space Applications due by 5pm at the Recreation Office

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Winter Sports Complex The Hideout SKI HILL

Skiing - Snowboarding - Ski Rentals Snowboard Rentals - Snowtubing

The Hideout Winter Sports Complex is located off Westwood Drive across from the Nubia Malkin Art Center. Parking is available in the Nubia Malkin Art Center lot. The Complex has a bunny slope with magic carpet lift, three novice and intermediate trails, chair lift, snowtubing area with magic carpet lift. We also have a Rental Shop, Ski Lodge with fireplace, and Snack Bar. Lift Tickets

Association of Property Owners of The Hideout, Inc. Adult Child Day (8 am-5 2022 pm) FEE GUIDE$20 – SKI HILL$15 $15 $12 Night (5-9 pm) Ski Hill Operations (570) 698-4100 ext. 170 $25 $20 9 am - 9 pm) COMBO (8 Season Lift Pass - Individual Season Lift Pass - Family

$150 $350

Ski Rental Day (8 am-5 pm) Night (5-9 pm) COMBO (8 am - 9 pm) Season Ski Rental

$23 $21 $32 $100

Snowboard Rental Day (8 am-5 pm) Night (5-9 pm) COMBO (8 am - 9 pm)

$26 $21 $30

Cross Country Ski Rental $9 $19

2 hours All Day Ski Lessons Group Lesson - 1 hour Private Lesson - 1 hour Double Private - 1 hour each

$20 $35 $45

HOURS OF OPERATION (conditions permitting)

REGULAR WEEKENDS 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday Saturday Sunday

PRESIDENTS' WEEK February 18 February 19 February 20 – 24 February 25 & 26 February 27

5:00 - 9:00 PM 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

~ TICKETS AND RENTALS ~

Lift tickets and equipment rentals will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis. Purchase of a ski or snowboard rental requires the purchase of a lift ticket.

~ TUBING ~

Tubing tickets will be sold on a firstcome, first-serve basis. Tubers must be at least 42 inches tall and weigh no more than 250 lbs. Tickets are $15 for an hour-long session.

~ LESSONS ~

The Ski Hill offers reservations for ski lessons. Lessons with two or more students require that students are around the same age and ability. Contact the Ski Hill (570) 698-4100, ext. 170 Ski Lodge Office: (570) 698-4100, ext. 172 Ski Patrol: (570) 698-4100, ext. 176 Ski Rental Shop: (570) 698-4100, ext. 173 Ticket Window:

Watch Facebook and e-mail blasts for any updates.

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Brooks Lake Winter Sports Ice Fishing and Ice Skating Dear Members, I would like to take the time to explain a new recreational opportunity offered in The Hideout. Brooks Lake will now be available for use for ice fishing and ice skating activities. The ice needs to be at or over 6 inches in depth. We recommend using an abundance of caution as this is an at your own risk activity. Listed below are some guidelines for using Brooks Lake. - Please park in the parking area on the corner of Tanglewood Ln. - Do not utilize this lake alone. Please use the buddy system. - Restrict ice activity to daylight hours. - When the ice conditions allow, there will be a marked off area for only ice skating. No fishing will be permitted in this area. - Ice thickness may vary and utilizing the lake is at your own risk. - Please keep proper safety equipment on your person. - Stay off of marked danger zones (inlets and outlets) and other member’s property. - Carry your amenity badges with you. - If a red flag is posted at the access area, stay off the ice as it is below the minimum recommended thickness for use. - Must abide by all Pennsylvania Fish and Game Laws. This area will be patrolled and amenity badges will be spot checked. Regards, John Boandl Recreation Manager

Recreation Department Presents 2022 Open House Dear Community Member: We would like to cordially invite you to the Recreation Department’s February 19, 2022, Open House. With another year approaching fast, we would love to show off, all of our amenities and programs offered. We will utilize this amazing event to introduce some of our new programs as well as familiarize our community with the services provided. With multiple vendors and activities planned, this is sure to be a fun filled day for the whole family. The Open House will begin at 1 P.M. in the Indoor Recreation Complex. We will offer tours and have all of our amenities on display. You will be able to walk through from vendor to vendor as you choose at your own pace. There will be snacks, gifts, samples, and drinks available. This will be a hands-on event with a lot of interaction and community participation. Community members will be sure not to leave empty handed. Local emergency responders and certain local businesses will also be on hand for this event. This will be a great community event and serve as a liaison for the different departments in The Hideout and property owners of The Hideout. We will also have demonstrations and certain guest speakers regarding The Hideout and what it has to offer. We look forward to seeing you. Sincerely, The Recreation Department

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FEBRUARY 2022 • 39 Light pollution Within the last few years, a noticeable increase in outside lighting has occurred in neighborhoods within The Hideout. In some cases, it can be inconsiderate, particularly if they are floodlights, as the light can invade the dwellings of neighbors. Leaving outside lights on all night long is unnecessary; it would be better to install a motion sensor or a timer to control the lights, especially if an owner/renter is concerned with trespassers or animals. In homes that are not inhabited, a random pattern of lights on/lights off would be better security than leaving the lights on all night. We live in what would be referred to as a semi-rural development and not an urban area where lights need to be on all night long. Locally it is nice to be able to go to sleep or relax in a bedroom with the drapes and blinds open to see the stars, read a book, or watch a favored television program. This is something that many Hideout Members enjoy. Unfortunately the distraction of nearby lights is invasive. Please be ‘light’ considerate to others by installing a motion sensor on your outdoor lights and we can all better enjoy the beauty that The Hideout has to offer. Thank you for your cooperation. Your neighbors ■ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Helium Balloons Please dispose of your helium balloons properly, so they do not get caught in Hideout trees. Thank you. ■ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

The Speed Limit in The Hideout is To advertise please call Lisa Green at (570) 630-3707 or email her at lgreen@thehideout.us

Notice: There is a nonperishable food item drop-off box at the Main Gate for anyone who would like to donate. Please refrain from leaving food at the Main Mail Box area. Thank you!

25 MPH

unless otherwise posted

LOCAL COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS -AMERICAN LEGION POST 807 MEETINGS - 2nd Thursday of month, 7:00 p.m. Hamlin Sr Center. Seeking members and old friends. -KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS #7403 MEETING - 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, 7:00 p.m. at St. Thomas More Church Hall. -DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS WAYNE COUNTY CHAPTER #114 MEETINGS - 2nd Wednesday of month, 7:00 p.m. Cordaro’s Rest. Honesdale. John Miracle (570) 698-6816. -THRIFT SHOPPE - open 2nd & 4th Saturday of month at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Hamlin, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Free Clothing Day - 3rd Wednesday of the month from 10:00 a.m.-noon and 5:00-7:00 p.m.

-ST. THOMAS MORE/ST. MARY’S FOOD PANTRY - open 2nd & 4th Wed. of every month. 9:30-11:00 a.m. -HAMLIN FIRE & RESCUE BINGO - Every Sunday & Wednesday at Bingo Hall (behind Hamlin Fire & Rescue on the hill). Doors open 5:00 p.m. Games start 6:00 p.m. -THE ROTARY CLUB OF HAMLIN/ LAKE ARIEL meets Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. at RPlace, Rt. 590 in Hamlin. Public is welcome to attend.

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COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Hideout Book Club

The Hideout Book Club invites everyone to our discussions held the third Thursday of each month at 4 p.m. If you have any questions, please email: hideoutbookclub@gmail.com. The Hideout Book Club Selections for 2021-2022

Public Works Committee Meeting Minutes - January 12, 2022 Call to order: 10:00 AM Pledge of Allegiance Present: Rich Straczynski-Chair Person, Michelle Popadynec, William Pols, Dennis Polhamus-Facilities Manager, Craig Rafaniello-Project Manager, Desiree Detres-Maintenance Administrative Clerk Excused: Laura Rusnak, Dan O’Neil

February 2022 Midnight Library by: Matt Haig March 2022 The Nature of Fragile Things by: S. Meissner

Book Club

WE HAVE AN APP! The Hideout App will give you information on events happening in our community. To download, go to the App Store or Google Play and search “The Hideout” then look for The Hideout flower.

Obituary Guidelines To submit an obituary (Hideout members only) please follow the guidelines below (350 words or less). To include a photo, please email to lgreen@thehideout.us or deliver/mail to: The Hideout POA, 640 The Hideout, Lake Ariel, PA 18436 • The person’s full and complete name, date of birth as well as date of death • Names of husband or wife and names of children, number of grandchildren

• Add where he or she went to school and graduated from • Services/Mass/Cemetery information.

ARTICLE SUBMISSIONS

Guests: Dale Conlon, Jim Dunn, John Casey Minutes from Meeting on December 8th,2021 were approved by Michelle Popadynec and Rich Straczynski NEW BUSINESS AMENITIES AND EQUIPMENT: In 2021 we were very busy and made a lot of improvements in the Hideout. Moving into 2022 we will carry over more improvements. Art Center will be getting a new roof and will also be resided. We will also look into the electrical in the building. Main Lodge will also get a new roof. We are also in the process of doing a reserve study for the community. We will be looking at condition of equipment and buildings. This will give us a better idea of what we need and don’t need. LINE PAINTING AND CRACK SEALING: In 2022 we will get someone to come in and do the line painting and crack sealing. MAIN GATE: Peters Consultants came back to reevaluate and create new plans. We will move our Main entrance over. Once the plans are done we will resubmit. They will also work on the Wet Lands to the left of the Main Gate when exiting the Hideout. STORM WATER: We have a big project to work on this year and it’s the Maple Wood swale project. The road has eroded. There was damage to the Hideout and to a member’s property. DEP and Wayne County Conservation requires we apply for a joint application. We are in the process of applying for that joint application. TIKI BAR: Members looked over plans that still have to be finalized but gave them an idea of the direction we are taking create a Tiki

Bar that can accommodate our members. As of now it’s too small and we would like to expand. The plan is to start after Labor Day. The beach’s will be regraded this year 2022. OLD BUSINESS STORM WATER: We did a lot of work in 2021 on storm water. This year we will continue to work on storm water projects. COMMITTEE BUSINESS UPDATES: At the time of this meeting we did not have a quorum to approve minutes. They are approved today by Michelle Popadynec and Rich Straczynski. Our Chair Person explained to our new members and applicants how exactly the meeting work. Attendance, approval of minutes etc.. COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS • While driving behind one of the Maintenance vehicles committee member observed the salt spreader move when they hit a bump. This matter will be taken care of. • Consider giving out bulk garbage passes when we renew our membership for the year. It was considered but it creates more work for the Administration Office. Having it at the Maintenance Department is easier. Members can pick and use same day as hours of operation. So far it’s been working well for everyone. • We could use more lighting outside the side of the POA at the ramp. We could also use another 55 gallon drum. This will be taken care of. • Walking trail is hard to find. Could we have better signage? We will be making a new sign. Motion to Adjourn: 11:00 AM Motion by: William Pols Second by: Michelle Popadynec Next meeting will be February 9th, 2022 at 10:00 AM ■

FIREWORKS PROHIBITED IN THE HIDEOUT $500 citation 1st offense

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Page XX - THE HIDEABOUT, LAKE ARIEL, PA., FEBRUARY 2022 ROAMINGWOOD SEWER & WATER ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 6, Lake Ariel, PA 18436 (570) 698-6162 Check out our website at: http://www.roamingwood.com/

2022 Proposed RS&W Board Meeting Schedule

Dates subject to approval & changes. All meetings are held at the RS&W Office at 10am (unless otherwise indicated)

Feb 23 Mar 23 April 27 May 25 June 22

July 20 Aug 24 Sept 21 Oct 8 (9am) Nov 22 Dec 21

Service Hours of Operation Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM—3:30 PM Rates for Service Scheduled Service Hour Rates: Service Call - $50.00, minimum Water On/Off - $20.00 Unscheduled After Service Hour Rates: Service Call - $75.00, minimum Water On/Off - $75.00 Other Rates: Sat., 10:00 PM to Mon., 7:30 AM Service Call - $85.00, premium Water On/Off - $85.00 On Holidays, Premium Rates Apply RS&W’s staff is on-call 7 days per week; 24 hours per day. If you have a water or sewer emergency, call (570) 698-6162, wait for operator and press OPTION 1, to leave your name, lot number and phone number where you can be reached and your call will be returned promptly. All non-emergency service calls require 24 hour notice to schedule an appointment during regular working hours.

Date

2022 Holiday Schedule

February

Monday, February 21— Presidents Day

Roamingwood Sewer and Water Association Winterize Your Home Before an Extended Absence:

If you plan on leaving your home unattended during the winter months, please give consideration to your water pipes. At a minimum, the following is suggested: • • • • • •

Have your water turned off at the street by RS&W. Have your home winterized by a qualified pluming professional. Turn off the valve at the main supply line where it enters your home. Turn off and drain your water heater. Maintain temperatures at a reasonable level to prevent freezing. Inspect the basement or crawlspace for any openings or vents and insulate!

The tips provided on our website will assist in winterizing your home if you will be away for any extended period. The purpose of winterizing your home is to remove water which can freeze within the pipelines and other areas. While nobody can guarantee against frozen or broken pipes, it is important that you take preventive winterizing steps. You may prefer contacting a Master Plumber to do the work. For more tips, visit our website at: www.roamingwood.com/winterization

We need your help! Some of our residents may be familiar with our current SwiftReach method of advising our customers of large water events like annual system flushing or a temporary outage. This is not an efficient method & is outdated. RS&W has been actively working on a better, more effective way to reach you!

But we need you to help us. We have been requesting email addresses and cell phone numbers for some time now. Yet, we are still at less than a 50% response for emails. So we have made it super easy for you to help us reach our goal! The link below is located on the homepage of our website: https://www.roamingwood.com/contact-us/emailsubmit We are asking you to please visit our website and fill out the information in the link questionnaire. It will be only minutes of your time, that will provide us with the information we need to reach out to the community more effectively! You may also call our office at (570)698-6162 and speak to our Customer Service Representatives. Monday—Friday 8:30AM—4:30PM

Thank you!

Customer Contact Information Customers should confirm ALL Contact Information directly through RS&W. Although the Hideout POA Registration does share New Owner information with RS&W, we are not the same entity. It cannot be assumed that we have the most current and accurate information from the POA. It is the responsibility of the customer to provide accurate information for the Utility. Undeveloped properties are especially susceptible to not being updated. We encourage you to contact us to verify your information if you have not received a bill. We frequently get mail returned to us and too often cannot contact the homeowner with the outdated contact information we have. If you have any questions or want to confirm your billing and contact information, please call our office at (570)698-6162. Monday – Friday 8:30AM – 4:30PM. The Annual Water Quality Report can be found online by visiting: www.roamingwood.com/waterreport

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4 common heart conditions

ardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death across the globe. According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 17.9 million people die each year from cardiovascular diseases, which are a group of disorders of the heart and blood vessels. The sheer volume of deaths caused by heart disease each year suggest there’s little people can do to avoid it. However, the Canadian organization Heart & Stroke notes that healthy behaviors like eating a heart-healthy diet and exercising regularly can help individuals delay the onset of heart disease by as much as 14 years. Education is another valuable asset in the fight against heart disease. Individuals who are aware of common heart illnesses can discuss them with their physicians and take measures to reduce their risk.

1. Angina: Heart & Stroke notes that angina is another word for chest pain. The discomfort associated with angina, which can feel like squeezing, suffocating or burning, is caused by a temporary disruption in the flow of blood and oxygen to the heart. Though angina symptoms typically do not last long, they are considered warning signs for heart attack and should be discussed with a physician immediately after they appear. 2. Atherosclerosis: Atherosclerosis is characterized by the buildup of plaque on the interior wall of an artery. That buildup makes the walls of the artery thick and hard, thus restricting the flow of blood, and can potentially contribute to a blockage. The experts at Johns Hopkins Medicine note that risk factors for atherosclerosis include high cholesterol, high blood pressure, obesity, and a poor diet that includes lots of saturated fats. Atherosclerosis can cause angina, though many individuals with the condition experience no symptoms until it has reached an advanced

stage. Blockages in the leg may cause cramping when exercising or walking, while those in the arteries of the heart can cause heart attack. Blockages that develop in the brain can cause stroke. 3. Cardiomyopathy: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that cardiomyopathy often goes undiagnosed, making it hard to determine just how common the condition is. But the CDC estimates that as many as one in 500 adults have cardiomyopathy. Cardiomyopathy is a disease of the heart muscle that makes it harder for the heart to pump oxygenrich blood to the body at optimal capacity. Heart & Stroke notes that cardiomyopathy can lead to heart failure. Early stages of cardiomyopathy may not produce any symptoms, but as the disease gets worse individuals may experience fainting, irregular or rapid heartbeats, light-headedness, and swelling of the hands and feet, among other things. 4. Coronary artery disease: Heart & Stroke notes that coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common form of heart disease. CAD occurs when one or more of the coronary arteries narrows or becomes blocked. CAD causes damage or disease to major blood vessels that supply blood, oxygen and nutrients to the heart. Certain risk factors for CAD, such as age, are beyond individuals’ control. However, many risk factors are within a person’s control. Individuals can speak to their physicians about how to maintain a healthy blood pressure and a healthy weight, limit stress, and reduce their cholesterol, all of which can lower risk for CAD. Heart disease claims the lives of millions of people each year. Recognizing common heart conditions and how to prevent them can help individuals lower their risk for this deadly, yet often preventable disease. ■

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The Hideout Elves I

n 2016, a few Hideout homeowners collaborated to donate gifts to two families that needed assistance during the holidays, and with that the Hideout Elves were born! Today, the Hideout Elves have grown beyond their wildest expectations and are assisting considerably more families. Over 130 children from local families were given holiday gifts during the 2021 holiday season alone. The Hideout Elves dedication has not stopped there! They have assisted residents at the Julia Ribaudo Extended Care Center in Lake Ariel, families at the Catherine McAuley Center in Scranton, Wayne County School children, local animal shelters, and several domestic violence prevention programs. Their continuous and strengthening service is fueled through social media and the community’s kindness and support. With their ABC; NBC. Always be Cool; Never be Cruel creed, the Hideout Elves were a critical lifeline throughout the pandemic to families struggling with resources to feed their children or heat their homes. The vision of the Hideout Elves does not look exclusively beyond its borders. In 2021, they recognized the outstanding dedication of Hideout lifeguards, Public Safety staff, and employees at the Recycling Center by providing them with a free lunch. With their friends helping friends adage in mind, a Dinner Dance was held at the Clubhouse to benefit the Denekipp family on November 19, 2021, co-sponsored with Ryan’s Angels. They participated in the Ryan’s Angels Holiday Gala held at the Main Lodge on December 11, 2021, to raise funds to help the Elves serve more families in 2022. Thank you to Ryan’s Angels for your support. In recognition of their outstanding service and generosity, The Board of Directors of The Hideout in Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania, declared December 11, 2021, as “The Hideout Elves Day.” The Hideout Elves anticipate spreading their cheer even further during subsequent holiday seasons. The Hideout Elves altruistic philosophy has not remained a guarded secret in their community. On December 21, 2021, Elizabeth Worthington showcased their efforts in a feature broadcast on ABC 16 News in Scranton, PA (WNEP). The holiday season for 2021 has just ended, but that has not stopped the Hideout Elves. They are already planning for a bigger and better holiday season for 2022! The Elves would like to thank The Hideout community members as well as local businesses for all of their support during 2021. Without your support we wouldn’t be able to help as many families as we do and for that we are forever grateful! As always, if you are in need of help or know of someone in need of help, please reach out to the Hideout Elves at www.the hideoutelves.com or thehideoutelves@gmail.com Thank you, The Hideout Elves Board

THE HIDEOUT ELVES with YOUR help has: • donated holidays gifts • snowplowed driveways of elderly and the disabled • provided heat for several families in need • donated gift cards to Hideout employees Assisted: • local nursing homes • local schools • local domestic abuse program • local animal shelter WE ARE BUSY ALL YEAR LONG!

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Simple strategies to stretch retirement savings

unning out of money is a common concern among retirees. And that anxiety is not necessarily unfounded, as a recent study from the Society of Actuaries found that people routinely underestimate just how much money they will need in retirement. Similarly, a 2019 model created by the employee benefit experts at EBRI found that nearly 41 percent of households in which the head of household is between the ages of 35 and 64 are projected to run short of money in retirement. Such figures underscore how important it is for younger professionals to save for retirement, but what about current retirees or those on the cusp of retiring? Individuals who fit those descriptions may need to embrace these strategies designed to stretch their retirement savings. · Downsize your home. Homes are many individuals’ greatest expense, and that does not necessarily change in retirement. Downsizing to a smaller residence allows homeowners to pad their savings with money earned in the sale of their homes and also reduce their monthly overhead, as utilities, property taxes and maintenance expenditures are typically much lower in smaller homes than larger homes. · Look for other ways to downsize. Individuals also can stretch their retirement savings by downsizing in other areas. Lower monthly expenses by shopping around for less expensive auto insurance policies, downgrading cable television packages or cutting the cord entirely. And though individual

streaming services may not be too costly, these expenses can add up for individuals who have five or more subscriptions. Downsizing streaming services to one or two packages at a time can help individuals keep more money in their retirement savings accounts each month. · Be flexible with your withdrawals. The “set it and forget it” model of retirement investing helps professionals avoid the tricky process of trying to predict the markets. Retirees may take the same approach when it comes to withdrawing their money, following the industry standard and automatically withdrawing 4 percent from their accounts each year. But individuals who want to stretch their savings should remain flexible with their annual withdrawals and routinely examine their spending habits. An individualized approach to retirement withdrawals can help retirees avoid taking more than they need out of their accounts each year. The 4 percent rule has its merits, but retirees should recognize that they may not need to take that much out every year. · Work with a financial advisor. Ensuring you don’t outlive your retirement savings can be complicated, as it often involves navigating fluid concepts such as inflation. A certified financial professional can help retirees plan for changes that are beyond their control and even recommend when certain risks might be worth taking. Many individuals will need to stretch their retirement savings in the years ahead, and various strategies can help individuals do so. ■

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THE OLD PARK BENCH

Your Goal

So many we’ve known once sat in the park

With determination and perseverance, You begin the wondrous task Of planning each hopeful step Along your journey’s path. Yet meeting up with obstacles As you struggle on you way Proves life isn’t easy Facing the challenges of each day. Still, turning each waiting corner With ups and downs and falls Shows sticking to it always proves In the end it’s worth it all. Yes, with courage and self confidence Like a soldier – brave and boldThrough battles onto victory, You finally reach your goal!

On old vintage benches just to visit and talk They spoke of their days some were long gone They knew the difference between right and wrong Their memory lingers when you see an old bench Nestled among the flowers the seasons would lend Built strong to weather the worst of the storms The many who sat there felt they belonged How can we ever say thanks to the ones Who passed on their history with silly old puns They didn’t complain when their team lost a game They didn’t give up and they didn’t blame The many old benches that line the park walk Stand ready for newbies to sit and to talk To tell their own stories of life through their eyes And often recall those gone with a sigh. WOLRAD/2021 WOLRAD is the pen name of Mark Darlow, a Hideout resident since 1984. WOLRAD offers to share his poetry for free at www.mhdarlow.medium. com. Darlow also welcomes comments on his website www.iwonderdoyou.com.

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Lake Township Board of Supervisor Minutes - December 7, 2021

he regular monthly meeting of the Lake Township Board of Supervisors was held at the Lake Township municipal building on December 7th, 2021. The Meeting was called to order by Chairman Scottie Swingle, Timothy Jaggars and Fred Birmelin was present. The meeting was called to order at 7PM and the Pledge of Allegiance was then recited. T. Jaggars moved to approve the minutes of the regular monthly meeting held on November 3rd, 2021, carried 3-0. F. Birmelin moved to approve the treasury report for November 2021, carried 3-0. Public Comment: None Subdivisions: The Zeiler sub-division was reviewed with Mr. Zeiler comments addressed and deed description provided. F. Birmelin moved to approve, carried 3-0. The Swingle/Roder subdivision lot consolidation was reviewed, comments were addressed and corrected. F. Birmelin moved to approve carried 3-0. Correspondence: 1) Lake Ariel Fire Co proved their October and November Activity reports totaling 57 incidents for both months. 2) Maplewood Fire Co provided their October and November Activity reports totaling 76 incidents noting 62 were medical. Roadmaster’s Report: S. Swingle reported for the month of November the storms were handled. Cinder shed is full. The building addition out back has been completed doors installed and concrete work done. Some road wash outs were repaired and cleaned up. The new ceiling in the back of the building is underway. Old Business: 1) Annual Resolutions read, the Tax Levy Resolution setting the mileage for 2022 at .65Mills for General

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purpose. T. Jaggars moved to approve Resolution 12-1-21-1 Tax Mileage, carried 3-0. Budget Expenditures & Revenue for 2022 was read. T. Jaggars moved to approve Budget Resolution 12-1-12-2 carried 3-0. 2) Retired Township Employees Deferred Medical Supplement Resolution read and reviewed. This will provide retired Township employees 65 and older having worked a minimum of 25 years with the Township Medicare Supplemental insurance coverage for them and their spouse after retirement until death of employee. Resolution 12-7-3 was moved for approval by S. Swingle 2nd by T. Jaggars with F. Birmelin abstaining, motion carried 2-0-1. New Business: 1) S. Swingle moved to Advertise the Annual 2022 Organization meeting to be held on Monday, January 3rd, 2022 at 7pm along with the Auditor 2022 Organization meeting to be held on January 4th, 2022 at 7PM also noting no Planning Commission meeting for the month of December, carried 3-0. 2) T. Jaggars moved to Purchase the First Year contract for programming Permits and Road work at an initial cost of $5500.00 per application for a total initial startup cost of $11,000.00 annually cost will be $3,500.00. carried 3-0. Additional Public Comment: S. Swingle at this time Thanked Fred Birmelin for his years of service to the Township and wished him an enjoyable retirement. Many others in attendance also wished Mr. Birmelin a happy retirement as well as thanking him for his years of dedication. S. Swingle moved to pay the bills and approve the payroll and to adjourn the meeting carried 3-0. Jennifer Wargo Secretary-Treasurer ■

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HIDEOUT SPORTSMAN’S ASSOCIATION Since 1995, The Hideout Sportsman’s Association has strived to improve the knowledge and skill of its members and neighbors in matters related to the proper care and handling of firearms, the management of shooting ranges and to develop fellowship, sportsmanship and good citizenship among its members. To that end, The Hideout Sportsman’s Association will partner with a local state-of-the-art indoor shooting range to offer courses in basic beginners pistol shooting and safety classes. These courses and others will be offered through The Hideout Sportsmen’s Assoc. for a limited time. Interested individuals should contact Ray West at (570) 616-5233 for details. They meet on the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the POA ■

HIDEOUT ADULT SOCIAL GROUP

The HASG was formed in 1980 to provide an opportunity for Hideout members, including renters, age 40 and over, to meet with and socialize with other members of our community. If you enjoy meeting new friends, socializing with old friends, and like to party, then the H.A.S.G. is for you. Typical events include dinner dances, picnics, luaus, a “social” golf league, local outings, travel, and anything else you can think of that involves socializing, dining, and just generally having a great time with wonderful friends new and old. The H.A.S.G. meets the second Thursday of each month (except December) at 1:00 p.m. at the Main Lodge. Refreshments are always served. All interested Hideout members are welcome to attend our meetings. Let us know you’re coming and a member of our Welcoming Committee will greet you. For more information please contact: Barbara Kelczewski (570) 503-0855, beesafe@echoes.net ■

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THE HIDEOUT POA INC. ACTUAL VS BUDGET - ACCRUAL BASIS As of Dec 31, 2021 (Preliminary, Unaudited) MONTH ACTUAL NON AMENITY INCOME: DUES REVENUE BAD DEBT EXPENSE LATE CHARGES ADMIN/RESALE FEES NET DUES RELATED INCOME INVESTMENT INCOME MISCELLANEOUS INCOME TOTAL NON-AMENITY INCOME AMENITY INCOME: PUBLIC SAFETY LAUREL PARK SKI HILL MARINA POOLS & BEACHES RECREATION COMPLEX GOLF ARTS & CRAFTS MAINTENANCE WOODSHOP LAKES & ENVIRONMENTAL ADMINISTRATION COMMUNITY RELATIONS CLUBHOUSE TAB MASTER SNACK BARS LODGE/TIKI BAR TOTAL AMENITY INCOME TOTAL INCOME

OPERATING FUNDS (MONTH) MONTH VARIANCE % BUDGET FAV (UNF) FAV (UNF)

PRIOR YR ('20) ACTUAL

YTD ACTUAL

OPERATING FUNDS (YEAR TO DATE) YTD VARIANCE % BUDGET FAV (UNF) FAV (UNF)

PRIOR YR ('20) ACTUAL

459,012 (14,688) 4,325 (670)

440,625 (14,687) 875 875

18,387 (1) 3,450 (1,545)

4.2% 0.0% 0.0%

440,827 (26,223) 8,236 100

5,336,980 (176,250) 38,614 19,640

5,287,500 (176,244) 8,750 8,750

49,480 (6) 29,864 10,890

0.9% 0.0% 0.0%

5,288,680 (331,010) -

447,979

427,688

20,291

4.7%

422,940

5,218,984

5,128,756

90,228

1.8%

4,957,670

77 801,420

1,000 167

2,450 801,693

12,000 2,000

-79.6% 39984.7%

4,834 10,725

1,249,476

428,855

820,621

191.4%

6,023,127

5,142,756

880,371

17.1%

4,973,229

4,248 2 48 14,934 3,425 2,252 6,565 2,455 51,639 12,521 47,763 7,600 12,726

6,750 22,500 14,233 1,350 1,242 540 4,007 16,182 13,540 39,250 1,172 4,500 16,239

(2,502) (22,498) 48 701 2,075 1,010 6,025 (1,552) 35,457 (1,019) 8,513 (1,172) 3,100 (3,513)

-37.1%

127,157 18,213 69,279 146,767 100,216 152,744 196,386 27,512 13,153 3,955 57,025 705,934 191,459 717,515 3,667 107,580 109,888

82,450 23,890 115,800 145,060 99,750 170,810 203,765 18,351 6,480 2,880 47,337 274,343 176,125 569,315 31,500 90,145 282,738

44,707 (5,677) (46,521) 1,707 466 (18,066) (7,379) 9,161 6,673 1,075 9,688 431,591 15,334 148,200 (27,833) 17,435 (172,850)

54.2% -23.8% -40.2% 1.2% 0.5% -10.6% -3.6% 49.9% 103.0% 37.3% 20.5% 157.3% 8.7% 26.0% -88.4% 19.3% -61.1%

119,448 21,729 64,703 144,680 83,113 79,707 209,005 11,793 13,231 3,317 38,475 439,628 151,459 557,768 5,420 76,820 5,663

166,178

141,505

24,673

17.4%

106,683

2,748,450

2,340,739

407,711

17.4%

2,025,959

1,415,654

570,360

845,294

148.2%

529,346

8,771,577

7,483,495

1,288,082

17.2%

6,999,188

(923) 801,253

-92.3% 479792.2%

-100.0% 4.9% 153.7% 81.3% 1115.7% -38.7% 219.1% -7.5% 21.7% -100.0% 68.9% -21.6%

41 (318) 422,663 10,223 (555) 789 (1,671) 4,435 1,560 36,581 17,618 33,043 896 3,764 -

(9,550) 799,693

OPERATING EXPENSES: PUBLIC SAFETY LAUREL PARK SKI HILL MARINA POOLS & BEACHES RECREATION COMPLEX GOLF GOLF MAINTENANCE ARTS & CRAFTS MAINTENANCE WOODSHOP LAKES & ENVIRONMENTAL ADMINISTRATION COMMUNITY RELATIONS CLUBHOUSE TAB MASTER SNACK BARS LODGE/TIKI BAR

119,753 1,124 32,638 2,409 2,880 28,409 (1,925) 16,858 5,459 152,421 1,292 17,546 163,657 11,324 53,777 318 6,943 8,706

112,922 1,190 22,334 2,313 793 35,109 1,482 23,915 5,582 127,963 1,160 34,124 119,011 15,317 65,439 1,667 5,167 24,027

(6,831) 66 (10,304) (96) (2,087) 6,700 3,407 7,057 123 (24,458) (132) 16,578 (44,646) 3,993 11,662 1,349 (1,776) 15,321

-6.0% 5.5% -46.1% -4.2% -263.2% 19.1% 229.9% 29.5% 2.2% -19.1% -11.4% 48.6% -37.5% 26.1% 17.8% 80.9% -34.4% 63.8%

135,568 910 36,360 1,791 1,023 36,535 1,385 20,060 2,201 143,271 793 37,050 177,677 12,038 80,691 70 7,689 18,444

1,342,279 13,874 296,614 52,001 197,002 411,384 98,006 281,830 85,014 1,807,761 9,101 369,326 1,590,149 144,945 923,922 2,612 145,613 226,488

1,355,065 15,196 219,226 49,102 186,951 441,909 101,492 306,435 68,284 1,541,052 10,927 409,494 1,428,127 183,804 785,268 20,000 75,325 342,123

12,786 1,322 (77,388) (2,899) (10,051) 30,525 3,486 24,605 (16,730) (266,709) 1,826 40,168 (162,022) 38,859 (138,654) 17,388 (70,288) 115,635

0.9% 8.7% -35.3% -5.9% -5.4% 6.9% 3.4% 8.0% -24.5% -17.3% 16.7% 9.8% -11.3% 21.1% -17.7% 86.9% -93.3% 33.8%

1,347,115 15,144 259,359 47,573 170,860 398,315 107,508 274,973 65,092 1,588,675 9,911 399,589 1,370,066 138,936 910,139 4,339 70,069 187,546

SUBTOTAL OPER. EXP. VAR.

623,589

599,515

(24,074)

-4.0%

713,556

7,997,921

7,539,780

(458,141)

-6.1%

7,365,209

7,041

6,379

(662)

-10.4%

18,448

30,227

76,550

46,323

60.5%

29,288

630,630

605,894

(24,736)

-4.1%

732,004

8,028,148

7,616,330

(411,818)

-5.4%

7,394,497

(35,534)

820,558

129 73,500

129 90,000

16,500

711,395

(125,663)

837,058

CONTINGENCY & OTHER TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSE

EARNINGS BEFORE INTEREST, TAXES, DEPRECIATION & AMORTIZATION 785,024 FEDERAL INCOME TAXES DEPRECIATION NET INCOME (LOSS)

(202,658)

743,429

0.0% 18.3%

(4,776) 146,691

1,551 1,080,000

666.1%

(344,573)

MONTH ACTUAL PUBLIC SAFETY LAUREL PARK SKI HILL MARINA POOLS & BEACHES RECREATION COMPLEX GOLF GOLF MAINTENANCE ARTS & CRAFTS MAINTENANCE WOODSHOP LAKES & ENVIRONMENTAL ADMINISTRATION COMMUNITY RELATIONS CLUBHOUSE TAB MASTER SNACK BARS LODGE/TIKI

BUDGET

(115,505) (1,124) (32,636) (2,409) (2,832) (13,475) 5,350 (16,858) (3,207) (145,856) (1,292) (15,091) (112,018) 1,197 (6,014) (318) 657 4,020

(106,172) (1,190) 166 (2,313) (793) (20,876) (132) (23,915) (4,340) (127,423) (1,160) (30,117) (102,829) (1,777) (26,189) (495) (667) (7,788)

(457,411)

(458,010)

(338,122)

(132,835) 1,551 1,080,000 (1,214,386)

876,264 -

0.0% 0.0%

(3,354) 1,040,441

876,264

72.2%

(1,432,396)

YEAR TO DATE VARIANCE FAV (UNF) (9,333) 66 (32,802) (96) (2,039) 7,401 5,482 7,057 1,133 (18,433) (132) 15,026 (9,189) 2,974 20,175 177 1,324 11,808 599

AMENITY INCOME

OPERATING EXPENSES

SURPLUS/DEFICIT

(395,309)

Prior Year (2020) BUDGET

VARIANCE FAV (UNF)

ACTUAL

VARIANCE FAV (UNF)

127,157 18,213 69,279 146,767 100,216 152,744 196,386 27,512 13,153 3,955 57,025 705,934 191,459 717,515 3,667 107,580 109,888

1,342,279 13,874 296,614 52,001 197,002 411,384 98,006 281,830 85,014 1,807,761 9,101 369,326 1,590,149 144,945 923,922 2,612 145,613 226,488

(1,215,122) 4,339 (227,335) 94,766 (96,786) (258,640) 98,380 (281,830) (57,502) (1,794,608) (5,146) (312,301) (884,215) 46,514 (206,407) 1,055 (38,033) (116,600)

(1,272,615) 8,694 (103,426) 95,958 (87,201) (271,099) 102,273 (306,435) (49,933) (1,534,572) (8,047) (362,157) (1,153,784) (7,679) (215,953) 11,500 14,820 (59,385)

57,493 (4,355) (123,909) (1,192) (9,585) 12,459 (3,893) 24,605 (7,569) (260,036) 2,901 49,856 269,569 54,193 9,546 (10,445) (52,853) (57,215)

(1,227,667) 6,585 (194,656) 97,107 (87,747) (318,608) 101,497 (274,973) (53,299) (1,575,444) (6,594) (361,114) (930,438) 12,523 (352,371) 1,081 6,751 (181,883)

12,545 (2,246) (32,679) (2,341) (9,039) 59,968 (3,117) (6,857) (4,203) (219,164) 1,448 48,813 46,223 33,991 145,964 (26) (44,784) 65,283

2,748,450

7,997,921

(5,249,471)

(5,199,041)

(50,430)

(5,339,250)

89,779

NOTE: These financials are internally prepared for the use of the Hideout POA Board Members and Management and are subject to audit adjustments.

THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER

ACTUAL vs. BUDGET-Preliminary, Unadudited FOR THE MONTH ENDED: Dec 31, 2021 TOTAL NON AMENITY INCOME: TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING INCOME

FEBRUARY 2022 • 49 THE HIDEOUT POA, INC. ACCRUAL BASIS - OPERATING FUND OPERATING FUNDS (MONTH) MONTH MONTH VARIANCE % ACTUAL BUDGET FAV (UNF) FAV (UNF) 1,249,476 A

428,855 B

PRIOR YR (2020) ACTUAL

820,621

191.4%

422,663

166,178

141,505

24,673

17.4%

106,683

1,415,654

570,360

845,294

148.2%

529,346

TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING EXPENSE

630,630

605,894

(24,736)

-4.1%

732,004

EARNINGS BEFORE INTEREST, TAXES, DEPRECIATION & AMORTIZATION DEPRECIATION & FEDERAL TAXES

785,024

NET INCOME (LOSS)

711,395

TOTAL INCOME

ACTUAL vs. BUDGET YTD PERIOD ENDED: Dec 31, 2021

73,629

YTD ACTUAL

(35,534) 90,129 (125,663)

820,558

(202,658)

16,500

18.3%

141,915

837,058

666.1%

(344,573)

OPERATING FUNDS (YEAR TO DATE) YTD VARIANCE % BUDGET FAV (UNF) FAV (UNF)

PRIOR YR (2020) ACTUAL

TOTAL NON AMENITY INCOME:

6,023,127 A

5,142,756 B

880,371

17.1%

4,973,229

TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING INCOME

2,748,450

2,340,739

407,711

17.4%

2,025,959

8,771,577

7,483,495

1,288,082

17.2%

6,999,188

TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING EXPENSE

8,028,148

7,616,330

-5.4%

7,394,497

EARNINGS BEFORE INTEREST, TAXES, DEPRECIATION & AMORTIZATION

743,429

TOTAL INCOME

DEPRECIATION & FEDERAL TAXES NET INCOME (LOSS) CURRENT YE PROJECTED SURPLUS (DEFICIT) AS OF Dec 31, 2021

1,081,551 (338,122) ADJUSTED FORECAST

(132,835) 1,081,551 (1,214,386)

(411,818) 876,264

(395,309)

876,264

0.0%

1,037,087

72.2%

(1,432,396)

OPERATING FORECAST (YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31) TOTAL VARIANCE % BUDGET FAV (UNF) FAV (UNF)

PRIOR YR (2020) ACTUAL

TOTAL TOTAL NONNON-AMENITY AMENITY INCOME: INCOME

6,023,127

5,142,750

880,377

17.12%

4,963,120

TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING INCOME

2,748,450

2,340,739

407,711

17.42%

2,028,588

8,771,577

7,483,489

1,288,088

17.21%

6,991,708

TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING EXPENSE

8,028,148

7,616,330

-5.41%

7,293,530

EARNINGS BEFORE INTEREST, TAXES, DEPRECIATION & AMORTIZATION

743,429

TOTAL INCOME

DEPRECIATION & FEDERAL TAXES NET INCOME (LOSS)

1,081,551 (338,122)

(132,841)

(411,818) 876,270

1,081,551 (1,214,392)

876,270

660%

(301,822)

0.0%

976,551

NOTE: These financials are internally prepared for the use of the Hideout POA Board Members and Management and are subject to audit adjustments.

Footnote Explanations A: Dues Related Income stated on an Accrual Basis. B: Dues Related Income Budget based upon 2021 Actual Dues Billings less Allowance for Bad Debt. C: Current Year to Date Surplus (Deficit) 2021. D: Forecasted Surplus (Deficit) 2021. Forecast Adjustments These results are preliminary and unaudited Budget Variances

(1,278,373)

50 • FEBRUARY 2022

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THE HIDEOUT POA, INC 2021 Capital Expenditures - As of Dec 31, 2021 New Capital Projects

Department

Project #

Budget

Other

Spent to Date

3,500 10,500 17,000

Under (Over) 3,500 1 17,000

Backup generator for Public Safety Four new two-way radios Radar Display Units (4)

Public Safety Public Safety Public Safety

10-45 10-46 10-47

ABDI Proprietary Scanfast - license scanner

Public Safety

10-48

6,000

Public Safety Communications Center

Public Safety

10-49

15,000

13,220

Commercial swing set for playground Laurel Pk

Laurel Park

11-40

2,500

2,157

Pole Barn

Ski Hill

12-41

10,367

596

9,772

Ski Hill Renovations (trf from main gate project)

Ski Hill

12-42

90,000

37,541

52,459

100 New Kayak rack storage spots (Marina)

Marina

13-41

6,000

5,535

465

Bocce Ball court pavilion/roof

Recreation

16-42

45,000

27,772

17,228

Electric Trolling motor/batteries/charger (for row boats)

Recreation

16-43

Batting cage

Recreation

16-44

3,500

Toro 3500D Rough Mower

Golf Maintenance

19-42

41,500

41,846

Buffalo Turbine Mower

Golf Maintenance

19-43

8,000

8,708

Jacobsen Greensking IV Plus (mower)

Golf Maintenance

19-44

30,000

Install air conditioning in Maintenance bldg

Facilities Maintenance

30-47

7,400

9,300

(1,900)

Chevy F550 with Dump & Plow (Used)

Facilities Maintenance

30-48

30,000

56,378

(26,378)

5 Fireproof filing cabinets

Facilities Maintenance

30-49

10,500

9,342

1,158

Front Gate Project (Main Entry Construction)-Phase 2

Administration

40-10

60,000

11,347

48,653

POA Office - Upstairs Expansion Construction

Administration

40-30

48,375

26,577

21,798

Clubhouse Deck Design (Plans)

Clubhouse

60-44

9,625

10,300

Meat slicer

Clubhouse

60-45

2,500

2,210

290

Beer cooler (bar pub)

Clubhouse

60-46

4,000

2,200

1,800

Walk-in Cooler

Clubhouse

60-47

16,484

17,158

Jonas Event Management Software (inc 1st yr training)

Lodge/Tiki

60-48

4,415

1,288

Double door freezer

Snackbar

70-41

4,000

***Snow Mobile

Ski Hill

90-37

3,500

***New Wheel Loader

Facilities Maintenance

90-38

45,000

***Salt Spreader

Facilities Maintenance

90-39

5,406

***Plow

Facilities Maintenance

90-40

13,229

***Auger Attachment

Facilities Maintenance

90-43

5,688

***Frozen Beverage Dispenser

Snackbar

90-44

2,220

***Mower for Ski Hill

Ski Hill

90-46

3,073

***New Machine Trailer

Facilities Maintenance

90-49

3,500

***ADA Lift Chairs

Pools & Beaches

90-51

1,078

82,693

376,667

193,792

10,499

6,000 1,780 343

1,600

3,500 (346) (708) 30,000

(675)

(674) 3,127 4,000

487,766 Adjusted Budget

570,459

Capital Reserve Projects Vehicle, Hybrid replacement for #104 or potential new 170 Montauk boat (replace whaler) potential sell/trade-in

Public Safety Public Safety

10-40 10-41

55,000 45,500

52,650 46,779

2,350 (1,279)

Replace North and Main gate cameras

Public Safety

10-42

26,000

25,000

1,000

CCTV Cameras

Public Safety

10-43

15,000

13,366

Upgrade to Turbo-net software (GPS tracking vehicles)

Public Safety

10-44

6,000

5,989

Waterline Replacement

Ski Hill

12-40

45,000

15,000

30,000

Ski Hill Renovations (trf from main gate project)

Ski Hill

12-42

70,000

97,379

(27,379)

Buoys for lakes

Marina

13-40

1,800

Chemical controls box for North Pool (1) & Main pool (2)

Pools & Beaches

15-40

14,100

11,786

New heater for North pool

Pools & Beaches

15-41

3,000

2,437

Repair Kiddie Pool

Pools & Beaches

15-42

55,000

North Recreation Tennis Court Repair & Color Coat

Recreation

16-40

16,000

Recreation Center Tennis Court Repair & Color Coat

Recreation

16-40

16,000

South Recreation Tennis Court Repair & Color Coat

Recreation

16-40

18,000

21,000

(3,000)

2 NordicTrack commercial treadmills (replacements)

Recreation

16-41

6,000

6,356

(356)

Pressure Washer

Golf Maintenance

19-40

4,000

3,392

608

Golf Cart Path Repair

Golf Maintenance

19-41

40,000

Road Paving - RS&W - Funding 10 Yr Ph I (9 of 10)

Facilities Maintenance

30-17

200,000

Road Paving - RS&W - Funding 10 Yr Ph II (7 of 10)

Facilities Maintenance

30-17

200,000

Road Paving - large Projects

Facilities Maintenance

30-18

100,000

95,975

4,025

Stormwater maintenance allocation

Facilities Maintenance

30-40

200,000

167,984

32,016

Miller Road Renovation

Facilities Maintenance

30-41

25,000

Fence-In Trash Area

Facilities Maintenance

30-42

23,000

9,075

13,925

Secondary containment for gas tanks Maint Bldg

Facilities Maintenance

30-43

10,000

Vegetation management/tree removal

Facilities Maintenance

30-44

50,000

55,293

Additional recycling compactor (replace 2 open tops)

Facilities Maintenance

30-45

12,000

Replace Salt Shed

Facilities Maintenance

30--46

90,000

91,832

(1,832)

Replace roof on maintenance bldg

Facilities Maintenance

30-47

54,000

38,106

15,894

Woodshop Siding

Woodshop

33-40

12,000

Dam Safety and Maintenance

Lakes & Environmental

35-40

160,000

142,132

17,868

Floating Wetland Island for Brooks, Replacement

Lakes & Environmental

35-41

27,900

25,600

2,300

Brooks Lake Rehabilitation Project (dam safety)

Lakes & Environmental

35-42

22,000

22,807

Roamingwood Park Landscaping

Lakes & Environmental

35-43

10,000

9,860

Stormwater Grant (Act 13 & Deerfield GGG) - cost

Lakes & Environmental

35-44

315,000

235,924

79,076

Stormwater Grant (Act 13 & Deerfield GGG) - reimbursable

Lakes & Environmental

35-45

(323,910)

(16,508)

(307,402)

Front Gate Project (Main Entry Construction)-Phase 2

Administration

40-10

20,000

21,036

(1,036)

Docstar Softcare - I Year

Administration-IT

40-40

4,700

4,961

(261)

Anti-virus for workstations and servers

Administration-IT

40-41

8,000

8,032

Computer Inventory Upgrade

Administration-IT

40-42

8,535

8,426

ADBI Server to Wmware Upgrade

Administration-IT

40-43

8,000

10,792

Microsoft Office licenses/Windows 10 licenses

Administration-IT

40-44

6,200

5,559

APC Netshelter rack for server room

Administration-IT

40-45

2,100

1,813

APC Smart-UPS for server room & workstations

Administration-IT

40-46

8,500

8,068

POA siding

Administration

40-47

30,000

39,450

(9,450)

Clubhouse Patio Furniture

Clubhouse

60-40

10,000

10,428

(428)

Horizontal bottle cooler Dry Storage Shelving Clubhouse siding

Clubhouse Clubhouse Clubhouse

60-41 60-42 60-43

1,300 2,750 30,000

2,020 2,733 30,000

(720) 17 -

Two-door reach in Freezer for snack shop

Snackbar

70-40

2,700

3,814

Lodge Accessibility Ramp Plans

Lodge

80-40

12,000

Tiki Bar Renovation (compliance)

Lodge/Tiki

80-41

50,000

4,000

46,000

Lift Umbrellas & Bases (15)

Lodge/Tiki

80-42

3,000

Replace exterior doors at Lodge and POA downstairs

Lodge

80-43

44,000

43,885

115

***2-Way Radios/Ski Patrol

Ski Hill

90-36

2,827

***Bouys

Lakes & Marina

90-41

3,860

***Mini Excavator

Facilities Maintenance

90-47

32,500

***A/C Unit Replacements

Facilities Maintenance

90-48

80,252

***Stackable Banquet Chairs

Lodge

90-52

3,150

***Vehicles for Facilities Maintenance (2)

Facilities Maintenance

90-50

104,764

***Roof repair main lodge

Lodge

90-53

14,100

***Aeration System Replacement

Lakes & Environmental

90-55

5,917

***Ski Hill Grill Upgrade

Snackbar

90-56

9,302

***Outlet Structure Gate Actuator

Lakes & Environmental

90-57

10,285

**Clubhouse Furnace

Clubhouse

90-58

7,520

***Grizzly Planer

Facilities Maintenance

90-59

2,934

Reimbursement for magic carpet lift tow

Ski Hill

12-30

1,875,175 * Prior Carry Over

Adjusted Budget

1,800 2,314 563 55,000 -

25,000

(5,293) 12,000

(807) 141

(32) 109 (2,792) 641 287 432

(1,114)

3,000

(5,424)

1,634

(5,424)

277,411

2,100,217

41,521

2,476,884

235,313

2,152,586

**Emergency Repair/Replace ***Board Approval

2,362,941

**** Reallocation

Adjusted Budget

360,104 2,723,045

+ Savings Permanent to Offset Other Projects

NOTE: These financials are internally prepared for the use of the Hideout POA Board Members and Management and are subject to audit adjustments.

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FEBRUARY 2022 • 51 HIDEOUT POA, INC. MEMBERSHIP BILLING & COLLECTIONS AS OF Dec 31, 2021

ANNUAL ASSESSMENT CAPITAL RESERVE NEW CAPITAL TOTAL DUES BILLED

2021 BILLING 5,287,500 1,275,000 375,000

76.216% 18.378% 5.405%

Billed 3750 1,410 340 100

6,937,500

100.00%

1,850

AMOUNT COLLECTED JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH

2021 # LOTS PAID IN FULL

% OF $ PAID

455,530 * 1,458,680 3,186,698

185 * 783 1,736

1st Quarter 2021

5,100,908

2,704

73.53%

2nd Quarter 2021

809,213 283,643 204,180 1,297,036

448 142 108 698

11.7% 4.1% 2.9% 18.70%

JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER 3rd Quarter 2021

93,771 69,873 48,846 212,491

51 36 47 134

1.4% 1.0% 0.7% 3.06%

18,737 8,952 16,924 44,613 6,655,048

17 9 19 45 3,581

0.3% 0.1% 0.2% 0.64% 95.93%

APRIL MAY JUNE

OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER 4th Quarter 2021 YEAR TO DATE DUES COLLECTED

Budget 3625

6.6% 21.0% 45.9%

YTD Dues Analysis: $6,655,048 collected through Dec 31, 2021; *Total includes member accounts that prepaid in full and credits toward 2021 dues from 2020 in the amount of $90,616

Current Projection YEAR END CURRENT DUES COLLECTIONS

2021 Actual Year End Dues Collections COLLECTION BUDGET 3581 PROJECTION 3625 6,624,850

6,706,250

2021 Delinquent Dues Collections AMOUNT AMOUNT COLLECTED BUDGETED YEAR TO DATE DELINQUENT DUES COLLECTED

209,402

62,000

VARIANCE

FAV<UNFAV> (81,400)

VARIANCE

FAV<UNFAV>

147,402

% of $ Budgeted 98.79%

% of $ Budgeted 338%

NOTE: These financials are internally prepared for the use of the Hideout POA Board Members and Management and are subject to audit adjustments.

52 • FEBRUARY 2022

THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER

THE HIDEOUT POA, a Gold Star, four-season recreational, private, gated community in NEPA is seeking candidates for the following:

SEASONAL WINTER POSITIONS

TUBE RUN PUSHERS RENTAL SHOP TECHNICIANS & CASHIERS

SNOW MAKERS LIFT OPERATORS

(Must be at least 18 years old)

SKI/SNOWBOARD INSTRUCTORS (Experience Necessary)

SKI PATROL

(National active Ski Patrol in good standing, CPR Certified in adult/children & infants, Current Outdoor Emergency Care Certification and Criminal and FBI background checks are Required)

Must be available to work weekends and holidays!

APPLY AT www.hideoutassoc.com/ Click on Employment

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants age 14-17 must have a PA Work Permit (may be obtained through School District) Applicants will be subject to a PSP Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Certification and FBI Criminal Record Check w/ fingerprints upon conditional acceptance of employment (paid by POA). Applicants may be subject to Substance Abuse Testing upon conditional acceptance of employment (paid by POA)

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FEBRUARY 2022 • 53 ADMINISTRATION

ADVERTISING SALES AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS ASSISTANT

Seeking an experienced Advertising and Community Relations Assistant to secure paid advertisers for the Hideabout, Web Classifieds and any other paid advertising needs for our community. Will work to create and develop advertisements in a timely manner. Generate and distribute invoices to advertisers using QuickBooks software. The successful candidate will attend special events to take photos and assist the Community Relations Manager with advertising needs.

EXPERIENCE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• • • • •

2-3 year's sales experience. Degree in Marketing, Advertising or related field preferred but not required. Knowledge of QuickBooks, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Excel, Word and PC computer. Demonstrate solid communication skills. Possess a valid Driver's License.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE DEPARTMENT

Join a team that takes pride in providing members and guest with a great dining experience! The Hideout Clubhouse consists of a pub for casual dining or enjoy a fine dining experience in our restaurant. Our Chefs take pride in offering many seasonal as well as favorite American Cuisine dishes. Come be a part of the Clubhouse Team. We are seeking the following positions:

SOUS CHEFS LINE & PREP COOKS DISHWASHERS BUSSERS SERVERS BARTENDERS HOST/HOSTESS SKI HILL SNACK BAR ATTENDANT

54 • FEBRUARY 2022

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RECREATION DEPARTMENT

RECREATION PROGRAMMER

This key role will plan, develop, coordinate and direct year-round recreational programs for all ages. Create posters/flyers for recreational events for the Community's publications. Assist in coordination of all activities such as, tennis, pickleball, outdoor and indoor leagues, clinics, camps, tournaments and other special activities. Manage social media sites to market and showcase events. Assist the Recreation Manager with daily operational functions, as needed. EXPERIENCE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: • At least one year's experience in a Recreational role. • • •

Able to work a flexible schedule to coordinate and attend recreational functions. Ability to work cooperatively with staff, members and guests. Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs a must.

PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT

PATROL OFFICERS (FULL-TIME/PART-TIME)

Ensure the public safety of Association members, guests, employees, and contractors. Maintain the enforcement responsibility for adopted Rules and Regulations. Maintain radio communications with North Gate Control Center and other patrol vehicles.

• • • • •

EXPERIENCE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must be 18 years or older and possess a valid Driver’s License. Certification in ACT 235 preferred. Available to work weekends, holidays and occasional overtime for full-time positions. Work is performed inside and outside with exposure to inclement weather and unpredictable situations. Hideout issued uniform provided.

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICERS (FULL-TIME/PART-TIME)

Coordinate emergency responses from Police, Fire and Emergency Response personnel. Maintain Command and Control Center for the Community. Keep radio communications between Control and Patrol Vehicles open at all times. Issue guest, visitor and contractor passes as warranted. EXPERIENCE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: • • •

•

Must be 18 years old. Ability to communicate effectively with members, guest and vendors. Basic knowledge of Radio Communications a plus. Basic knowledge of First Aid/AED/EMT a plus.

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FEBRUARY 2022 • 55

Hideout Adult Bowling League

WEEK # 15 – Our Hideout bowlers were in the Holiday mood, eager to stuff the pins & carve out awesome scores. Congratulations to our “Sweep” Teams: Who Us?

STRIKE KINGS -- Geoff Gliebe 214 (552), Tom Maher 210 (537), Dave Dimmick 202 (516), Al Dekler 201 (555), Bill Wagner 201, Mike Labate 193, Larry Triolo 190, Charlie David 190 (509), Pat Noone 185 (505), John Kane 180, Peter Mennona 179, Jeff Sias 179, Al Brookmeyer 178, Ray Lubanski 177, Joe Stach 176 (509), Pasquale Mozzone 175, Bernard Chiarella 174, Vinny Recchio 172, Rich Guiffredo 168, Dave Trombley 165, Bob Fezza 162, Larry Kiefhaber 160, Len Wysocki 160, Mike Messina 157, Peter Tomasetti 156, Lou DelliSanti 155, Rick Hadley 147, Rob Trombley 147 & Arthur Palladino 143. Congrats! Chuck Bertani snapped up a 353; Ed Cherico whipped out a 342; Dale Conlon iced a 320; Peter Dimitrakakis (Pacer) piled up the pins for a 333; John Gaspari banged out a 346; Mike Procia scooped up 352; Paul Schiavo soared to a 290; Willie Schumacher drilled a 393 and Ken Wenz packed away a 400. STRIKE QUEENS -- Lorraine Procopio 198 (557), Gail Endorf 184 (477), Doris Kane 181 (504), Denise Guiffredo 172 (430), Cindy Gaspari 170 (471), Reggie Hadley 169 (443), Laura Rusnak 163 (445), Janice Wagner 158 (446), Edna Moran 155, Laura Hinton 154, Stephanie Wysocki 153 (437), Karen Gliebe 149, Lucille Koehler 149, Julie Grodski 148, Bobbie Hraba 145, Karen Bertani 142, Carol Lopiccolo 141, Marilyn Sevigny 134, Sue Dimmick 134, Michele Palladino, Kathy Lubanski 123 & Donna White 120. - Great Rolling!!! Linda Brenner dazed the pins for a 329; Marge Conlon drilled a 284; JoAnn DelliSanti racked up a 258; Joyce LaRocca bounced a 294; Carolyn Renna (Pacer) soared to a 223; Jeanne Schumacher packed away 225; Joanne Trombley collected a 273 and Betty Truncale snappd up a 297. Team #1 - WHO US? shattered the pins with a 1948 Awesome High Team Series. Congratulations to Arthur Palladino, Dave Trombley, Tom Maguire (Absent), & Captain Pat Noone for a spectacular round of bowling! Bowlers of the Week: Dave Dimmick took his pins on a sleigh ride right into the channel & cruised to a super 516...87POA!!! Gail Endorf felt the magic of Christmas shooting a dazzling 477...60POA!!! Cindy Gaspari gifted her lanes with a bunch of pocket shots & fired off a wonderful 471...66POA!!! Angie Mennona was singing “it’s the most wonderful time of the year” hitting her mark & making the pins fly for a 364...67POA!!! Pasquale Mozzone gave his pins the (Santa) boot with every shot & hammered out an excellent 461...65POA!!! Lorraine Procopio was rockin’ around the Strike Zone & jingled all the way to a fantastic 198 & 557...55POA!!! Laura Rusnak must have been tossin’ snowballs down the lanes because she iced a cool 445...79POA!!! No coal in Jeff Sias’s stocking...not after he put in a bright performance on the lanes...reeling in a terrific 461...74POA!! Dave Trombley was having a jolly time on his lanes when he carved out an awesome 474...75POA!!! Honorable Mention: Janice Wagner -

59POA, Larry Kiefhaber -58POA, Joe Stach & Karen Gliebe- 56POA , Ray Lubanski 50POA, Edna Moran -42POA WEEK # 16 - Our bowlers were looking for some “gifts” on the lanes as we close out 2021. Congratulations to our “SWEEP” Teams: ACHES & PAINS, RENEE’S BOYS, 3 DUDES & A DAME & WHO US?

STRIKE KINGS -- Charlie David 256 (618), Peter Mennona 235 (509), Larry Triolo 224 (618), John Kane 209 ((587), Tom Maher 202 (520), Rich Guiffredo 187 (524), Joe Stach 182 (517), Al Dekler 181 (521), Pat Noone 181, Mike Messina 177, Mike Labate 175 (501), Bob Fezza 172, Len Wysocki 169, Larry Kiefhaber 168, Willie Schumacher 168, Pasquale Mozzone 166, Bill Wager 165, Lou DelliSanti 164, Dave Trombley 160, Peter Tomasetti 157, Vinny Recchio 155, Chuck Bertani 151, Ed Cherico 148, Rob Trombley 144 & Arthur Palladino 141. Men - You ruled your lanes. Bernard Chiarella snapped up a 351; Dale Conlon whipped out a 309; Peter Dimitrakakis (Pacer) piled up the pins for a 352; Ray Lubanski cruised to a 400 & Mike Procia scooped up 308. STRIKE QUEENS – Doris Kane 222 (603), Carol Lopiccolo 176 (450), Lucille Koehler 162 (427), Lorraine Procopio 155 (438), Stephanie Wysocki 153, Gail Endorf 151 (404), Reggie Hadley 149 (400), Julie Grodski 148, Laura Rusnak 142, Sue Dimmick 142, Carole Maguire 138 (409), Betty Truncale 134, Kathy Lubanski 133, Bobbie Hraba 130, Edna Moran 129 & Renee Recchio 125. Ladies!!! - You did It! Linda Brenner slammed a 305; Laura Hinton drilled a 297; Joyce LaRocca bounced a 246; Angie Mennona racked up a 294; Carolyn Renna (Pacer) soared to a 217; Jeanne Schumacher packed away 242; Joanne Trombley iced a 303; Janice Wagner trapped a 337 & Donna White collected a 295. Team 4 – BOWLING STONES - Blasted the Pins for 1930 High Team Series. Congrats Karen, Jeff, Lucille & Captain Doris Kane Bowlers of the Week: Ed Cherico torpedoed the pins into the channel for an amazing 429...63POA!!! Charlie David mastered his lanes & mixed up the pins...carving out a terrific 612 Series...75POA!!! Doris Kane had a sensational day on the lanes...loading up on the XXX’s & ///’s & hammering out a HUGE 222 & 603...120POA!!! Congrats on being inducted into the SUPER SIXERS CLUB!! John Kane conquered his lanes & sent those pins packin’ & scored BIG with a 587...92POA!!! Lucille Koehler was smiling from ear to ear when she carved out a magnificent 427...49POA!!! Carol Lopiccolo spent her afternoon knockin’ those pins down & drilling a delightful 450...51POA!!! Larry Triolo melted his pins away with his fiery ball & grabbed a dynamite 618 Series...60POA!!! Betty Truncale blitzed the lanes with pocket shots & banked an excellent 345 Series...57POA!!! Honorable Mention: L Kiefhaber - 59POA, J Stach - 58POA, P Mennona- 44POA, J Grodski - 43POA & C Maguire - 43POA WEEK # 17 - Last week of 2021, we were “hipped up” with many EXPLOSIVE scores, fun & laughter on the Lanes! Congratulations to our “SWEEP” Teams:

RENEE’S BOYS, THE “8” BALLS & THUNDER STRIKE KINGS -- Charlie David 277 (641), Al Dekler 237 (622), Larry Triolo 219 (584), Ray Lubanski 215 (549), John Kane 210 (535), Len Wysocki 210, Joe Stach 206 (534), Mike Labate 206, Lou DelliSanti 190 (565), Chuck Bertani 188, Al Brookmeyer 174, Ken Wenz 172, Bill Wagner 170, Bob Fezza 169, Vinny Recchio 169, Ed Cherico 165, Rick Hadley 159, Dave Trombley 158, Bernard Chiarella 157, Larry Kiefhaber 151, John Gaspari 151, Jeff Sias 151, Mike Messina 150 & Arthur Palladino 145. Men You ruled your lanes. Dale Conlon smashed a 355; Pasquale Mozzone fired a 329; Mike Procia crushed a 367 & Paul Schiavo lofted a 349. STRIKE QUEENS – Cindy Gaspari 168 (487), Reggie Hadley 162 (472) Marilyn Sevigny 160, Gail Endorf 159 (440), Doris Kane 159 (474), Carol Lopiccolo 158 (430), Stephanie Wysocki 151 (426), Renee Recchio 147 (403), Edna Moran 144 (410), Lucille Koehler 140, Janice Wagner 136, Julie Grodski 132, Kathy Lubanski 122 & JoAnn DelliSanti 121. Ladies!!! - You did It! Marge Conlon fired a 300; Michele Palladino slammed a 307; Laura Rusnak stuffed a 322 & Donna White iced a 285. Team 11 – THE LEGENDS - Blasted the Pins for 1889 High Team Series. Congrats Laura, Carol, Bob & Captain Charlie David. Bowlers of the Week: Charlie David did a spectacular job knocking the pins into the channel for an awesome SUPER SIXERS SERIES 641...98POA! Hooray!!! Al Dekler exploded on the lanes with some great pocket hits & cranked out an awesome SUPER SIXERS SERIES 622...100 POA!! YOU DA MAN...AL!! JoAnn DelliSanti was mesmerized by the Magic & Sparkle of the Holidays & clobbered the pins for an amazing 326...44 POA!!! Lou DelliSanti led his team by clobbering the pins & pounding out a superb 565...130POA!!! Cindy Gaspari left her pins dazed when she fired off a terrific 487…76 POA!! Ray Lubanski came out swinging his strike ball putting together a mess of marvelous hits for a grand 549…150 POA. Bravo!!! Edna Moran rocked the house when she rolled a fantastic 410…50 POA!!! Renee Recchio was inspired by the Season’s hustle and bustle & rolled an AWESOME 403…40POA. Honorable Mention: Al Brookmeyer 94POA; Joe Stach - 72POA; Dale Conlon - 52POA; Chuck Bertani -50POA & Ed Cherico- 47POA WEEK # 18 - The Winter skies may not be blue & bright...but everyone’s mood light & cherry anticipating turkeys & no gutters. Congratulations to our “Sweep” Team: ACHES & PAINS STRIKE KINGS -- Charlie David 243 (544), Mike Labate 221 (590), Al Dekler 204 (562), Bill Wagner 204 (530), Tom Maher 203 (560), Larry Kiefhaber 201 (524), Lou DelliSanti 200, Pat Noone 195, Bob Fezza 182, Chuck Bertani 181, Dave Trombley 179, Rick Hadley 177, John Kane 173, Ken

Wenz 170, Len Wysocki 170, Vinny Recchio 169. Ray Lubanski 161, Peter Mennona 161, Mike Messina 155, Al Brookmeyer 151, Dave Dimmick 151, Bernard Chiarella 150, Arthur Palladino 148, Ed Cherico 146, Mike Procia 140, Pasquale Mozzone 140 and Rob Trombley 137. Congrats!. Dale Conlon eliminated the pins for a 352; Mike Hanbury drilled a 298; Paul Schiavo collected a 357 and Jeff Sias fired a 343. STRIKE QUEENS – Doris Kane 174 (438), Ronnie Noone 174 (497), Marge Conlon 164, Karen Bertani 164, Kathy Lubanski 162, Carole Maguire 157 (459), Janice Wagner 152, Gail Endorf 148 (431), Lucille Koehler 147, Reggie Hadley 145 (410), Marilyn Sevigny 143 (404), Stephanie Wysocki 143, Donna White 132, Edna Moran 130, Bobbie Hraba 130, Renee Recchio 129, Michele Palladino 128, Joanne Trombley 128, Carol Lopiccolo 127, Sue Dimmick 126, Julie Grodski 125 & Cindy Gaspari 125. Ladies Great Rolling!!! JoAnn DelliSanti pinned a 249; Joyce LaRocca captured a 260 & Betty Truncale banged out a 232. Team 6 - THUNDER shattered the pins with a 1887 Awesome High Team Series. Congrats to Vinny Recchio, Paul Schiavo, Geoff Gliebe (Absent) & Captain Rich Guiffredo (Absent) for a spectacular round of bowling! Bowlers of the Week: Chuck Bertani buried his pins & packed away a splendid 181 & 475...46POA and Karen Bertani raked in a beautiful 164 & 396...63POA. Margie Conlon got ready, stared down her pins & rocked the lanes for a superb 271...49POA. Larry Kiefhaber had an excellent afternoon on the lanes throwing strikes back to back as he watched his pins explode... scooping up a terrific 201 & 524...104POA!!! Mike Labate mastered his lanes plowing the pins down every frame for a magnificent 221 & 590...104POA!!! Kathy Lubanski destroyed her pins & blasted out a HUGE 200 & 540...63POA.!!! !!! Carole Maguire was all smiles when she was in perfect pitch on her lanes, locking up a 363…54POA!!! Tom Maher found his mark and watched the pins fly capturing a 560...47POA Joanne Trombley drilled her powerful ball into the pocket & hammered out an awesome 422...50POA!!! Ken Wenz had an eye-popping performance on the lanes piling up a grand 480...54POA!!! Honorable Mention: Vinny Recchio -45POA and Al Dekler - 34POA Valentine’s Day gives us a reason to express our feelings to people who enrich our lives in unique and meaningful ways. When we think of our “Special Someone” our thoughts are warm and fond, and filled with admiration. We are all blessed to know that certain someone who has touched our hearts. Happy Heart’s Day!!! From your Officers: Rick Hadley, President – Bob Fezza, Vice President – Bill Wagner, Treasurer & Written By: Reggie Hadley, Secretary ■

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Salem Township Board of Supervisor Minutes - December 14, 2021

he regular monthly meeting of the Salem Township Board of Supervisors was held on December 14th, 2021. The meeting was called to order by the Chairman at 6:30PM present were Robert Wittenbrader and Merel Swingle absent was Vincent Rivezzi. The Pledge of Allegiance was then recited.

The minutes of the November 9th, 2021 meeting were approved as presented with no comments or corrections on a motion made by Robert Wittenbrader 2nd by Merel Swingle with both in favor. The Planning Commission had no quorum. Sub-divisions: Steigerwalt lot consolidation was reviewed comments from the County were addressed and corrected and a motion to approve was made by Robert Wittenbrader 2nd by Merel Swingle with both in favor. The Kules lot consolidation was reviewed and comments from the county reviewed and addressed. With no other corrections a motion to approve was made by Merel Swingle 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with both in favor. The Morrison lot consolidation was reviewed and a motion to approve with a copy of the deed received made by Merel Swingle 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with both in favor. The Davis sub-division was reviewed comments were addressed and a motion to approve the sub-division was made by Robert Wittenbrader 2nd by Merel Swingle with both in favor. New Business: The township annual reorganization meeting was discussed and a motion to advertise to hold Township Supervisors meeting on January 3rd, 2022 at 4pm with the regular monthly meeting to immediately follow and also the Auditors meeting to be held on January 4th, 2022 at 4pm was made by Robert Wittenbrader 2nd by Merel Swingle with both in favor. Christmas Gifts for the Planning Commission and Cleaning lady was discussed. Motion to approve the same gift as last year to them $50.00 to each Planning member and $150.00 to the Cleaning Lady was made by Robert Wittenbrader 2nd by Merel Swingle with both in favor. A Resolution to clarify Volunteers under the Fire companies Workers Compensation coverage was provided to the Township. This Resolution was sent to the Attorney for review. Table until

Attorney review and recommendation. A Stormwater project for a development addition in Jefferson Township was forwarded to the Township Attorney and the Township Engineer for comments and review. Attorney Treat advised the Developers that Salem Township will need to review and approve this stormwater retention under their Ordinance. Old Business: The 2022 Budget Adoption and Resolution reviewed and read. Resolution 22-01B adopting and approving the 2022 Budget was approved on a motion made by Merel Swingle 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with both in favor. The Tax Resolution for 2022 setting the Tax millage at .52 for general purpose was read and reviewed. A motion to approve and adopt Resolution 12-22-T was made by Robert Wittenbrader 2nd by Merel Swingle with both in favor. The Street light Resolution setting the street light assessment for the year 2022 was read and reviewed. A motion to approve Resolution # 22-12ST was made by Robert Wittenbrader 2nd by Merel Swingle with both in favor. Attorney Updates: None Correspondence: Doug Smith Engineer for the Neville Trailer park provided their monthly update report. The Township received a copy of its January 2019 – December 2020 Liquid Fuels Audit. DGK Insurance provided the Township with its Workers Compensation premium cost sharing numbers for Salem and Sterling Township for the Volunteer Fire and Ambulance coverages. Real Estate transfer for the month of November received in the amount of $23,324.10. Bills were reviewed and with no comments or corrections a motion to approve and pay was made by Robert Wittenbrader 2nd by Merel Swingle with both in favor. Park Updates: Claire Madden noted the park is quiet. Public Time: None With no other business or comments a motion to adjourn was made by Robert Wittenbrader 2nd by Merel Swingle. The Meeting adjourned at 7:10PM. Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Wargo Secretary/Treasurer ■

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AREA WORSHIP SERVICES ST. THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 105 Gravity Road, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. Mass Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Father Stephen Stavoy. (570) 698-5584.

ST JOHN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 564 Easton Turnpike, Hamlin, PA 18427. Services of Holy Communion Sunday 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Reverend Ronald R. Miller, Ph.D. (570) 689-9260.

ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 334 Saint Mary’s Church Road, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. Mass Saturday at 4 p.m.; Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Father Stephen Stavoy. (570) 698-5584.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 815 Church Street, Hawley, PA 18428. Sunday Service 10 a.m. Pastor William Samford. (570) 226-4835.

SALEM COMMUNITY CHURCH, (United Methodist Congregation) 613 Hamlin Highway, Hamlin, PA 18428. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Reverend Dr. Jeff Rarich. (570) 689-6011. LAKE ARIEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 110 Maple Avenue, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. Sunday Service 9 a.m. Pastor Don Gillchrist. (570) 226-6713. LAKEVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 431 Purdytown Turnpike, Lakeville, PA 18438. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Pastor Don Gillchrist. (570) 226-6713.

GRACE RIDGE CHURCH, 201 Tenth Street, Honesdale, PA 18431. Sunday Service 11:30 a.m., and 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. at The Vineyard, 761 Terrace Street, Honesdale, PA 18431. Reverend Michael Lyle. (570) 253-5451. CROSS ROAD ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 803 8 Route 435, Elmhurst Township, PA 18444. Sunday Service 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Communion on first Sunday of the month. Pastor Aaron Schappell. (570) 842-1454. FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 1606 Route 507, Greentown, PA 18426. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Reverend Chè Weber. (570) 676-5861.

HAMLIN ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 613 Easton Turnpike, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Pastor Kenneth Claflin. (570) 689-2630. NEWFOUNDLAND MORAVIAN CHURCH, 985 Main Street, Newfoundland, PA 18445. Sunday Service 10:45 a.m. Pastor Mark Newman. (570) 676-8201. TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL, 615 Court Street, Honesdale, PA 18431. Every other Friday Service 7:30 p.m. Rabbi Elliott Kleinman. (570) 253-2222. TEMPLE HESED, 1 Knox Road, Scranton, PA 18505. First Friday of the month Service 6 p.m., all other Fridays Service 8 p.m. Rabbi Daniel Swartz. (570) 344-7201. ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 405 Church Street, Hawley, PA 18428. Sunday worship at 10:15 a.m. Reverend Adam Reinhardt (570) 226-2411 Email: spelc@ptd.net

CANAAN BIBLE CHAPEL, 30 Hemlock Road, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. Sunday Service 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Pastor Daniel Henwood. (570) 937-4848. Home of Canaan Christian Academy. MONASTERY OF ST. TIKHON OF ZADONSK, 175 Saint Tikhon’s Road, Waymart, PA 18472. Monday-Friday: 6 a.m. Midnight Office, Hours & Divine Liturgy and 4:30 p.m. Vespers and Matins. Satuday: 7:40 a.m. Hours & Divine Liturgy and 4 p.m. Vigil. Sunday: 9:10 a.m. Hours & Divine Liturgy and 3:50 p.m. 9th Hour, Vespins and Matins. Abbot Igumen Sergius. (570) 937-4067. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF HOLLISTERVILLE, 23 Pond Road, Moscow, PA 18444. Sunday Service 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Pastor Jim Sheridan. (570) 689-3071.

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Hideout Building Permit is required for the installation/operation of any “non-portable” residential whole house/ stand-by electrical generator. Small portable units are excluded. A separate permit is required if you need to install a propane tank to fuel the generator. ALL applications for permits are located on The Hideout website or you can get any permit application at the POA Office. IMPORTANT PORTABLE GENERATOR SAFETY TIPS: - Never operate a generator indoors - it can cause unintentional carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas which, if inhaled, can be fatal. - Do not install a generator right next to your home - carbon monoxide can collect in the eaves of your home.

- Don’t refill the generator’s gas tank while the unit is running as this can cause a fire, leading to serious injury or death.

- Be sure to remove all gas from the tank when storing your generator. HOW TO CHOOSE A GENERATOR - Identify the items you will need to run in the event of a power outage. Choose the generator that meets or exceeds the total wattage requirement. - Assistance from a qualified electrician is also advisable. • 5,000 WATTS (41.7/20.8 AMPS) Powers Refrigerator 700 watts, AM/ FM radio 50 watts, Color TV 450 watts, Eight 100-watt lights 800 watts, Microwave 1,000, Sump pump 1,000 watts, Water pump 1,000 watts • 6,800 WATTS (56.7/28.3 AMPS) Powers everything a 5,000 watt generator does, plus: Deep freezer 500 watts, Washing machine 1,100 watts • 8,000 WATTS (66.7/33.3 AMPS) Powers everything a 6,800 watt generator does, plus: Attic fan 300 watts, Clothes dryer (gas) 700 watts, Four 100 watt lights 400 watts

NOTE - A simple formula to calculate how much combined power you’ll need to run appliances and tools is volts x amps = wattage. Check the power demands of your appliances to determine whether they can run simultaneously or intermittently. Always consult the data plate on the appliance for accurate electrical information. Starting watts: Always plug in the appliance with the highest starting wattage first and add appliances in descending wattage order. ■

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Everything for Farm, Home, & Garden 1137 Tresslarville Rd. Lake Ariel, PA 18436

570-698-5646 Fax 698-5198 laagway@gmail.com

Diana Luce

Cell: (914) 213-9636

Tree Removal – Tree Trimming – Lot Clearing – Stump Grinding – Tree Removal – Tree Trimming – Lot Clearing – Stump Grinding – 24 Hour Emergency Service Truck/Climbing Service – 24 Hour Emergency Service –– Bucket Bucket Truck/Climbing Service – Rapid response – Affordable Prices Prices ––“Known forfor ourour Cleanup” Rapid response – Affordable “Known Cleanup” FREE ESTIMATES – LICENSED - FULLY INSURED

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25 Speed Limit in The Hideout is

February 21, 2022

25 MPH

unless otherwise posted

AWS3171004F1 03/20 Printed in the USA

ACCOUNT NUMBER

AWS3171004

manishk • Printed: Thursday, 23 January 2020 at 5:47:41 pm

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Important Information You Should Know THE SPEED LIMIT IN THE HIDEOUT IS

25 MPH

in designated Safety Zones fines are doubled. Please watch for our pedestrians. We have many children and adults out riding bicycles and walking dogs.

Please observe all signs and Association rules for the safety of our members, guests, and staff.

ATTENTION MEMBERS When your guests come to visit, please make sure that they know your lot number when registering at the gate. This will expedite entrance into the community.

LAKEVIEW AND WOODPOINT COURT

A dangerous condition arises on busy weekends from vehicles parking on the side of the road on Lakeview and Woodpoint Court. Vehicles parked on the side of the road in this location impede traffic and could possibly block access to the area by emergency vehicles. Due to this condition the Board has passed a motion deeming Lakeview and Woodpoint Court “Emergency Access Roads.” No parking will be permitted on the side of the road in this area. The Public Safety Department will aggressively enforce this rule. Anyone who parks in this location will be subject to a $150.00 fine and a $300.00 fine for repeat offenses.

AMENITY BADGES All Hideout Members must have a current Amenity Badge on their person in order to use any of The Hideout Amenities. Guests must also show their guest badges at all times. There are no exceptions to this rule!

HAVE GUESTS COMING TO THE HIDEOUT FOR A VISIT?

SOCIAL MEMBERSHIP CARDS

You can register your guest online or using your mobile device including Apple, Android and Blackberry. To register please visit The Hideout website http://www.hideoutassoc.com and click on “On-line Guest Registration” to fill out the form. Once signed up, you will receive an email with directions.

In order to use our Food & Beverage licensed facilities, you must either be with a member or have the member purchase a social membership card for you. Social Membership cards are available at the Clubhouse.

BUCKLE UP It’s the law! SEAT BELTS SAVE LIVES!

ATTENTION VETERANS If you have a chronic illness or injury which occurred while you were in Military Service, you may be entitled to compensation. However, you must first file a claim with the Veteran’s Administration. For additional information, please contact Disabled Veteran Bob Addieg (570) 698-8337. No fee involved.

HIDEOUT DIRECT NUMBERS

570-630-3700 570-630-3723 570-630-3728 570-630-3729 570-630-3731 570-630-3732 570-630-3733 570-630-3734 570-630-3735 570-630-3736 570-630-3737 570-630-3738

Registration Maintenance Main Lodge Security Ski Hill Clubhouse Reservations Main Lodge Recreation Nubia Malkin Art Center Fitness Center Golf Pro Shop North Gate Dispatcher Main Gate

HIDEOUT PHONE NUMBERS Dial area code (570) then the number POA Office POA Fax North Beach North Pool Recreation Fax Main Pool Mini Golf Woodworkers’ Shop Golf Maintenance

698-4100 698-9457 698-7013 698-7011 698-6580 698-7014 698-4086 698-6269 698-6384

EMERGENCY - 911 / (570) 698-6317

HIDEOUT TV - CHANNEL 920 To reach the following, please dial (570) 698-4100 plus ext. number Maintenance 132 Main Gate 140 North Gate 142

Main Lodge Public Safety Office Clubhouse Bar Clubhouse Reservations Main Lodge Hideout Quilters Recreation Nubia Malkin Art Center Fitness Center Ski Hill Golf Pro Shop Game Room Registration

149 150 151 155 156 160 164 165 170 180 244 300

HIDEOUT WEBSITE www.hideoutassoc.com The Hideout’s website has a public side as well as a private side. To register for the private side, please go to the home page and click on the “Member Login” button and then hit Member Registration. Your member number will be on your Dues Statement.

HIDEOUT FACEBOOK Like us on Facebook - go to Facebook.com and enter “Hideout Property Owners Association” in the search bar.

BIRTHDAY CORNER Please contact Lisa Green at lgreen@thehideout.us to announce your child’s birthday in The Hideabout Newspaper. Submit by the fifteenth of the month for the next issue. Your picture will be returned upon request.

GOOD NEIGHBORS CLUB The Hideout Adult Social Group (HASG) believes in neighbors helping neighbors. Although the Good Neighbors Club is a function of the HASG, we are pleased to offer medical equipment to all Hideout residents. Many people in the Hideout have donated medical equipment which they no longer have need of. These items are now being kept in a storage closet in the Indoor Sports Complex. There are lots of walkers and crutches, some canes, numerous potty chairs and shower seats, a few wheelchairs and a scooter. If you have need of any of these for yourself or if a guest is coming for the weekend and is in need of one for that time period, you may borrow one by stopping in at the Recreation office (570-6303733), and someone will show you to the storage closet. Please remember to sign out whatever you are borrowing. If you are unable to get to the Indoor Sports Complex, please contact Judy Restaino at 570-698-9840, and she will arrange for you to get what you need.

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DIRLAM

BROS. LUMBER CO., Inc.

∙ 229 Mount Cobb Highway, Hamlin, PA 18427 ( 570-689-4071 ∙ 250 Sunrise Ave., Honesdale, PA 18431 ( 570 253-3540 ∙ 653 Rt. 739, Lords Valley, Hawley, PA 18428 ( 570-775-0598 ∙ 20 Oak Street, Narrowsburg, NY 12764 ( 845-252-3955 ∙ Rt. 507 & Brink Hill Road, Greentown, PA 18426 ( 570-676-9860 Boom Truck - Fork Lift Service - Prompt Delivery Designer Kitchens 1 Commercial St., Honesdale, PA 18431 - 570-253-6600

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Let The Hideabout help to grow your business!

Call (570) 630-3707

If members wish to receive their Hideabout Newspaper in the mail, they can subscribe for $16 per year (April-March issues) to receive a monthly Hideabout.

NEPA WaterProofing, LLC

SEAMLESS GUTTERS

Large Color Selection of Gutters & Guards

570-840-9309

PA#123266

Please remember to be courteous to your fellow members & pick up after your dog. Thank you!

You can pay online at: www.hideoutassoc.com and click on the “payment button.” Please make sure to specify in the “memo” section

Hideabout subscription.

Logan Bolduc Brian Bolduc

Owners

bolduc_son@yahoo.com

(570) 840-1192 (570) 877-7106 Find us on Facebook

EXCAVATING & LANDSCAPING

The Hideabout Newspaper

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@BolducExcavation Insured

The Hideabout Newspaper will still be stocked at the North and Main Gate Mailboxes and at the amenities each month.

GOULDSBORO CHIMNEY & FURNACE CLEANING CO.

You can also view it on The Hideout website at: www.hideoutassoc.com.

(570) 676-5253 ROBERT

PA164433

LOCAL CLASSIFIED ADS WATERPROOFING & MOLD REMEDIATION

HOMES FOR RENT • Book your Vacation or Full Time Rentals with your Hideout Specialists, Re/Max Best. 570-698-7299/ 800-577-5005, www.hideoutbest.com, remaxbestinfo@yahoo.com Editors note: look for their ad on our website at www.hideoutassoc.com

CLEANING SERVICE • Suds Up Cleaning Service “Suds up or scrub up, there’s nothing we won’t clean up!” • Residential • Commercial • Rentals • Contractor Clean up Insurance, Free Estimates, We Love Referrals! Call 570-229-4774 Editors note: see their ad on page 43

Visit The Hideout website www.hideoutassoc.com Please register (request a login) Sign up for email blasts. Access: - The Hideabout Newspaper - The Hideabout Extra - The Hideout TV Channel 920

• Do you have water coming into your basement or crawlspace? Are you tired of that damp, musty odor all the time? Does anyone suffer from allergies, but only when they’re at this home? Well don’t suffer these problems anymore, call the experts around the corner! INTEGRA-CLEAN & DRY 570-676-8862 WE CAN HELP!

All classified ads are due by the 20th of the month to run in the following month’s Hideabout. Payment is due before printing. DON’T FORGET YOUR PHONE NUMBER!

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M&D

PLUMBING & ELECTRICAL NEW GENERATOR INSTALLATION

(570) 352-6716

Licensed & Fully Insured

NO JOB TOO SMALL!

DESTINY CONTRACTING & HANDYMAN Services Perry Behr 631-374-8027 #PA143702 1494 The Hideout • Lake Ariel, PA 18436

Jim Histed’s Plumbing & Heating Inc.

110 Gravity Road Lake Ariel, PA 18436 PA HIC # 043354 Bus. (570) 698-8797 Fax (570) 698-6721 Fully Insured Over 20 years experience

- Winterization Specialist - Guarantee No Broken Pipes

- We do house checks!

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Have a question? Here’s who to call... POA

(570) 698-4100

Amenities Phone Extensions NM Art Center....................ext. 164 Food & Beverage............... ext. 151 Main Gate........................... ext. 140 Main Gate Direct Line........ 630-3738 Main Lodge......................... ext. 155 Main Pool........................... 698-7014 Mini Golf............................. 698-4086 North Beach....................... 698-7013 North Gate.......................... ext. 142 North Gate Direct Line....... 630-3737 North Pool.......................... 698-7011 Quilters............................... ext. 156 Ski Hill................................ ext. 170 Woodworkers..................... 698-6269

Automatic Delivery

Locklin's Bottled Gas, Inc. Ask your neighbor about our service and friendly and personable office staff!

Competitive Pricing Family Owned (570) 689-7100

& Operated Hamlin, PA 18427

To advertise please call Lisa Green at (570) 630-3707 or email her at Lgreen@thehideout.us

Departments

Serving The Hideout Community For Over 10 Years

Dial (570) plus number

CBS Construction, LLC

Golf Maintenance...............698-6384 Maintenance....................... 698-4100, ext. 133

• WE DO BATHROOMS •

570-352-5351

North Gate Emergency...... 698-6317

ALL ASPECTS OF HOME REMODELING

Recreation.......................... 698-4100, ext. 160

We specialize in custom bathroom, kitchen, & interior work. Go to our Facebook page for pics of completed jobs and inspiration!

Fitness Center.................... 698-4100, ext. 165 Registration........................698-4100, ext. 100 Golf Pro Shop.....................698-4100, ext. 180 Public Safety Patrol Office..698-4100, ext. 145

Retired NYCMOS

Fully Insured

PA 025881

Game Room.......................698-4100, ext. 244

Utilities RS&W..................................(570) 698-6162

Other Helpful Numbers Call serviced within 24 hours! Most same day!

570-906-0909

Emergency Dial “911”

State Police.........................(570) 253-7126 Geisinger CMC.................... (570) 703-8000 Geisinger, Wilkes Barre...... (570) 348-1120 Regional Hospital of Scranton.(570) 348-7100 Moses Taylor, Scranton...... (570) 770-5000 Wayne Memorial, Honesdale.........................(570) 253-8100

Check out our website at: www.hideoutassoc.com for everything and anything happening in The Hideout.

PA115089

Precision Tree Co. ...branching out to meet your needs!

570-241-3048 Tree Trimming & Removal Stump Grinding Storm Damage & Cleanup Landscaping Services 24 Hour Emergency Service References Available

• Free Estimates • Fully Insured Visit our website: www.precisiontreeco.yolasite.com

Happy Presidents’ Day!

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ADVERTISERS’ DIRECTORY A to Z Maintenance Page 13 AASSKK LLC Page 15 Agway - Lake Ariel Page 64 Al Dente’s Pizzeria Page 26 All-Out Logging & Landscaping Page 19 Apple Maintenance Inc. Page 45 Aqua Leisure Pools and Spas Page 17 Aurel’s TV & Appliances Page 57 Axe Works Page 16 Berkshire Hathaway-Anne McCausland Page 19 Bolduc & Son Excavating & Landscaping Page 66 Brothers’ Lawn Care & Construction Co. Page 17 BTM Flooring Page 43 Carey Construction Page 32 Carman Electrical Svc., Inc. Page 27 CBS Construction, LLC. Page 67 Century 21 - Hamlin Office Page 3 CM’s Construction, Inc. Page 27 Colors Unite Painting Page 67 Countryman Home Improvements Page 64 Cover All Painting Co. Page 46 Crum Tree Service Page 64 DeAngelo Pest Control Page 67 Deep Clean Carpet & Upholstery Care Page 56 DESTINY CONTRACTING Page 67 DIRLAM BROS. LUMBER CO., Inc. Page 66 Disaster Blaster Page 45 Duffy Plumbing Page 26 Douglas Elliman Real Estate Page 18 Elaine Isabel Smith Notary Public Page 64 Five Star Modular Inc. Page 16 Forbes Pest Control Page 67 Furry Friends Page 64 Gouldsboro Chimney & Furnace Cleaning Co. Page 66 H&R Block Page 27 IHOP Restaurant - Lake Ariel, PA Page 18

Integra-Clean & Dry Page 30 James Wilson Funeral Home, Inc. Page 59 Jake’s Carpet Page 19 Jim Histed’s Plumbing & Heating Page 67 John T. Bolles General Contracting Page 56 John’s Italian Restaurant Page 42 JTJ Builders, Inc Page 31 JT’s Painting & Contracting Page 32 K.N. Electric Page 64 Kanga Roof Page 18 KBS Enterprises Page 32 Koberlein Septic Page 42 Laurel’s Hometown Cafe Page 16 Locklin’s Bottled Gas, Inc. Page 67 M and D Plumbing Page 67 Mike’s Walk-In Carpet Page 31 NEPA WaterProofing, LLC Page 66 Physical Therapy Assoc. of NEPA Page 30 Precision Tree Co. Page 67 Realty Executives Page 14 RE/MAX BEST Page 2 Rooter-Man Page 19 Santana Income Tax Service Page 4 Scotty’s Services Inc. Page 31 Sergio Rumayor Independent Senior Health Insurance Rep. Page 43 ShingleMe Roofing Page 43 Simplify Clean, Organize, De-Clutter Page 24 St. Mary’s Villa Page 47 Stag Tree Specialists Page 56 State Farm Page 57 Suds Up Cleaning Service Page 43 Superior Plus Propane Page 27 Tommy Gun Shooting Range Page 16 Wood-Stone Home Inspections LLC Page 24