The Happenings 6-7-2024

Steve Powers wants to make it

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Titusville Indoor Flea Market

Requirements and Qualifications

2 Month Free With 12 Month Lease @ $250.00 and up Per Month

1 Month Free With 6 Month Lease @ $250.00 and up Per Month

10’x10’ or 9’x10 Starting @ $250.00 Per Month

Not Necessary to At tend Your Booth

You Price and Tag Your Own Items

Our Staff will At tend Register’s to sell your Merchandise

We Send A Check along With A Monthly Report

We Pay You Each Month

We can Deduct Your Rent & Fees at Your Request

We Have a Fully Security Camera System and Guards

We Market & Advertise to Help Build Customer Base for Everyone

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OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

Monday- Saturday 10:00am-7:00pm Sunday 10:00am-6:00pm

MANAGER’S CORNER

Dear TGO Community,

Given that it’s our low season, there sure is a a lot of activity going on here at TGO. I hope those of you who are away this summer will return to TGO and notice the improvements being made. For those of you who are here now, I hope the projects are not a huge inconvenience.

June 7, 2024

The most noticeable improvement project underway is our Golf Course Renovation. Our roads and our golf course are busy with workers and equipment. Our contractors are now “over the hump” as they move beyond the ½ way mark in their contracted work. Irrigation and shaping efforts are now focused on the “back 9” golf holes in our community. By the end of July, I expect our contractors will finish their work and Shane and his team will begin growing grass well into the fall. While our course is closed, Golf Pro Chuck Kandt is arranging offsite play, and offering some clinics at the driving range to keep our golfers swinging!

I reported a few weeks ago that irrigation is now “ON” for all properties throughout TGO. For approximately seven weeks, we shut down irrigation to almost ½ of the TGO properties that are tied into the golf course irrigation pumps. While this irrigation was off, we temporarily lifted a restriction on using your home’s potable water to irrigate your yard. This restriction from using potable water for irrigation is now back in effect. Please help us conserve water, remove those hoses and sprinklers from your yard, and know that our CSA irrigation system is “ON”. I hope Mother Nature will also help keep your lawns watered through the heat of the summer.

Our new Blue Heron Restaurant Manager, Steven Powers, is in his 3rd week leading our restaurant team. Steve is doing a great job of cleaning and organizing our dining areas, getting familiar with the talents of our restaurant staff, and organizing our back of house and inventory. We are hosting a meet and greet for Steve tonight, Friday, June 7th, from 4pm-7pm. You will find 2 for 1 drink specials, a taco bar and pulled pork specials for $10. Steve is working on some ideas to offer a nice meal prior to Bingo on Tuesday nights beginning next week. Please come by Blue Heron and witness Steve’s hard work to provide the quality food and service our owners deserve.

There are many other scheduled and unscheduled improvements happening now at TGO. This week we closed The Manor for a day to steam clean the carpets and floors. We installed the “John Roberts Dock” plaque on the dock’s entrance to honor John’s 20 years of service to our community. We completed an “OSHA-10” training and certification course for ten of our senior staff members last week. Some electrical problems on our Lake Judy fountain have caused us to send the fountain back to the manufacturer for some electrical troubleshooting.

As we get closer to election season, I kindly remind everyone that we strictly enforce our political sign policy. The policy reads: The maximum size of Political Signs will be 2 feet by 3 feet. Only one sign per candidate or issue is permitted on a unit. Signs may be displayed up to 30 days before an election day and must be removed within 3 days after Election Day. There are two upcoming elections, the Primary Elections on Tuesday, August 20th, and the General Election on Tuesday, November 5th. Please wait until 30 days prior to these elections to display a sign.

Sincerely,

Billy Specht CSA Manager

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

FEATURES

READY TO GO

Steve Powers takes the wheel at Blue Heron

BEAT THE HEAT

Five ways to cool off this Summer that aren’t AC

HAMMOCK HIKE

Hike the Palm Hammock and Oak Hammock Trails

CONTENTS

The Happenings Team and Credits

Editor: Greg Wostrel

CSA Manager: Billy Specht

Essential: Margarete Shaw, Carmella Galley

Contributors: Chuck Kandt, Pat Small, Ron Peoples, Kris Lee-Scott, Billy Specht, Margarete Shaw, Carmella

Galley, Ed Brown, Sammy Nasaman, Tim Clark

Sudoku: www.websudoku.com

Photos: Adobe Stock, Unsplash, Greg Wostrel, Billy Specht, Ron Peoples

The Happenings is ©2024 The Great Outdoors CSA

RV Service and Parts

• Tow Set-Up

• Hitch Installation

• Braking Systems

• Shock/Sumos Installation

• Motorcycle Lift

• Awning Installation and Repair

• Air Conditioning/Furnace • Lithium/solar upgrades • Refrigerator Repair and Installation • Satellite Dishes and Electrical

• Full RV Collision Repair

Pride RV Service & Parts - 108C Plantation Drive, Titusville, FL 32780 Open Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

GOLF AT THE GREAT OUTDOORS

Golf Shop

Merchandise sale is ongoing Check for availability

Driving Range

Available for owner / resident use. Tokens can be purchased in the golf shop or csa office

Yes, You Can Still Play!

Discounted play opportunities are available at several area golf courses. Check in the golf shop for more info.

Clinic Information is posted on the information board at the Golf Shop.

Private Golf Lessons are Available by Appointment only.

Renovation Briefing

The next opportunity for a live briefing with Chuck & Shane on the renovation progress will be Friday, June 7th from 5 – 6 PM at the golf clubhouse.

Team

PLAY AWAY RESULTS

Closest to

#6 Chuck Kandt

#13 Jeff Basanta

OSHA 10 CLASS AT THE GREAT OUTDOORS

We at CSA took advantage of a free training program offered to us by Jose Graulau, our Senior Safety Consultant with FFVA Mutual Insurance Company.

Jose taught a 2-day, 10-hour OSHA General Industry course which covers critical OSHA guidelines plus additional safety topics geared towards applicable topics at “The Great Outdoors” that will be very useful safety measures for our team to teach and help prevent accidents for our employees, residents and guests here at TGO!

We were able to get 10 key employees certified and plan on having more classes in the future.

TGO employees from left to right, are:

Scott Lancaster, Recreation

Billy Specht, General Manager

Carolyn Banke, HR

Gary Patterson, Mechanic

Tony DelMonte, Courtesy Patrol

Mark Grey, Grounds

Anthony Walton, Grounds

Michael O’Neal, Grounds

Sharon Sanford, Administration

Steven Powers, Blue Heron

Jose Graulu, Safety Consultant and Trainer

and air check with the purchase of a Cart or Batteries • Complimentary loaner carts when available

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COMMUNITY INFORMATION & NOTICES

Your Next CSA Assessment Payment Is Due July 1

The Second Quarter Maintenance Assessment for 2024 is due July 1. Please drop off your payment of $995 at the CSA Office or mail your check to: The Great Outdoors at 100-D Plantation Drive, Titusville, FL 32780. You can also fill out a form to have your payment drawn directly from your bank account. The payment must be received by 5:00 pm on July 21, 2024 or there will be a $25 late fee.

What Does Your CSA Assessment Pay For?

It’s always good to stop and review what our quarterly assessments go towards. TGO is like a small city and it takes a lot of coordination and manpower to keep us running efficiently. Our lawn crew, irrigation and waste water management team, our CSA patrol and CSA administration staff, plus our residents, all work together to keep TGO a great place.

1. 24-Hour Entrance Gate Security

2. Roving Courtesy Patrol Services

3. Cable TV and Internet Service

4. Water

5. Sewer

6. Electric for Association Buildings and Grounds

7. Roads and Road Maintenance

8. Irrigation System and Irrigation Water

9. Daily Trash Pick-up (364 days per year)

10. Weekly Yard Debris pick-up

11. Complete Lawn Maintenance

12. Lawn Equipment and Equipment Maintenance

13. Lawn Spraying (weed, feed and yard pests)

14. Two Heated Swimming Pools and Spas

15. Fitness Center with New Equipment and Sauna

16. Four Tennis Courts

17. Six Pickleball Courts

18. Eight Shuffleboard Courts

19. Bocce Ball Court

20. Doggie World - Fenced Dog Run Area

21. Dog Walk

22. Mail Center

23. Thirty-two (32) Stocked Fishing Ponds

24. Pond Spraying and Maintenance

25. Nature Trail and Maintenance

26. Five Bathhouses with Laundry Facilities

27. New Library & Card Room, with renovated Bath House

28. Hobbyland including Craft Room, Billiard Table and Card Room - Plus Dart Board

29. Pavilion Meeting Hall

30. Plantation Manor Meeting Hall

31. CSA Administration Building

32. CSA Vehicle Maintenance Facility

33. CSA Storage Barn

34. Waste Water Treatment Plant

35. Seven Major Lift Stations (sewer system)

36. Road Signs

37. Propane for Heating Pools, Spas and Laundry Facilities

38. Fuel for Equipment and Emergency Generators

39. Pest Control of Common Property Buildings

40. Property Insurance for the Common Properties

41. Directors and Officers Liability Insurance

42. General and Umbrella Liability Insurance for Common Areas

43. Flood Insurance

44. Maintenance and Repair of all Association Buildings and Grounds

45. CSA Employee Wages

46. CSA Employee Health Insurance and 401(k) program

47. Lab Testing for Waste Water Treatment and Monitoring Wells

48. Annual Licensing Fees

49. Beautification - trees, mulch, stone, plants, etc.

50. CSA computers, Copy Machines, etc.

51. Printing of The Happenings Magazine and Online version

52. Golf Course Maintenance and Repair

53. Restaurant & Café Maintenance and Repair

54. CSA Vehicles Maintenance and Repair

55. Reserve Savings to preserve our quality of life and property values for many years to come

CSA BUSINESS

Board Of Directors Meeting

Plantation Manor • Wednesday, June 19, 2024 • 3:00 pm

The CSA Board of Directors are responsible for the entire operation of The Great Outdoors Community Services Association. The following list shows the current Board of Directors:

Chairman Cliff Creech 404-391-7271 chairman@tgocsa.org

District 0 Ron Wagner 607-542-6376 district0@tgocsa.org

District 1 Doug Matz 516-903-3145 district1@tgocsa.org

District 2 Dan Barnes 570-905-4906 district2@tgocsa.org

District 3 Robert Fraser 407-491-2500 district3@tgocsa.org

District 4 Lauren Clark 607-761-0092 district4@tgocsa.org

District 5 Colleen Marigliano 845-656-8394 district5@tgocsa.org

District 6 Matt Willey 518-321-1134 district6@tgocsa.org

District 7 John Comeau 321-269-5525 district7@tgocsa.org

District 8 Terry Manchik 901-603-6418 district8@tgocsa.org

District 9 Drew Proulx 207-751-9268 district9@tgocsa.org

Also part of the Board of Directors Organization are CSA Manager Billy Specht, Architectural Review Committee Chairman Leon LeBlanc and CSA Secretary Sharon Sanford. The CSA website at www.tgocsa.org has individual biographies and contact information for each director.

Owners are encouraged to attend all the Board of Director meetings. Green speaker cards are available if an owner wishes to address the board for three minutes about any issue. An informational packet with the meeting agenda is given to each household that attends. Prior to the meeting, the agenda is posted on official bulletin boards. The board meeting is televised LIVE on channel 732.

CSA Board of Directors meetings are held on the third Wednesday from October through May. Planning meetings to set the agenda for the Board of Directors meetings are scheduled October to May on the second Wednesday of the month in the CSA Conference Room at 3:00 pm. They are open to attend for any TGO owner.

CSA Patrol is Hiring

Patrol officers play an important roll in keeping TGO safe by enforcing traffic rules, and directing traffic during emergencies. If you would be interested in working for the CSA Patrol, go on-line to our website: www. tgocsa.org then click on CSA Documents/Forms/Application for Committee Assignment.

District Meetings

There are ten CSA voting districts at The Great Outdoors. They are non-geographical, but are determined by the last digit in each property’s street address. The District Meetings are held monthly from October through May. Various districts join together to hold combined monthly meetings. There are two meetings per month with five districts in each one. Please note the upcoming meeting schedule if you want to attend your district meeting. In the PAVILION:

Districts 2, 3, 5, 6, 8 - Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 10:00 am Districts 0, 1, 4, 7, 9 - Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 3:00 pm

Architectural Review Committee

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the next ARC Meeting wil l be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:00 am on the Manor Porch.

ARC Planning Meeting: The Architectural Review Committee meets for planning purposes on the Plantation Manor Porch at 10:00 am on Monday, June 10, 2024.

All changes to your property that are visible on the outside require advance approval from the Architectural Review Committee. Application forms and ARC Guidelines may be obtained from the Community Services Association office or printed from The Great Outdoors Community Services Association website at www.tgocsa.org. All completed ARC forms must be submitted to the CSA office by Noon on the Wednesday before the next Wednesday meeting. Results will be available to pick up after the ARC meeting or from the CSA Office. Be sure ALL necessary paperwork is included with your ARC application. No approval will be given without having all the required data available at the ARC Meeting for review.

Planning & Building Committee

The CSA is looking for two members for the Planning & Building Committee.

Go by the CSA office to pick up an application form or go on-line to our website: www.tgocsa.org then click on CSA Documents/Forms/Application for committee assignment. Fill out the form and take it to the CSA office.

CSA BUSINESS

TGO Committee Chairman Contacts

ARC Committee

Leon LeBlanc tgoarcchair@gmail.com

Landscaping and Beautification Committee

Lauren Clark district4@tgocsa.org

Elections Committee

Marie Jackson kmjackson80@gmail.com

Finance Committee

Matthew Willey condo12tgo@gmail.com

President’s Council Meetings

Firewise Committee

Butch Jones butch_jones2001@yahoo.com

Traffic Infractions Committee

Cindy Marini clmarini@aol.com

Infrastructure & Natural Resources Committee

Drew Proulx district9@tgocsa.org

Planning & Building Committee

Doug Matz district1@tgocsa.org

Rules & Regulations Committee

Lauren Clark district4@tgocsa.org

Safety & Security Committee

John Comeau district7@tgocsa.org

Human Resources Committee

Lauren Clark district4@tgocsa.org

Presidents Council meetings will resume on October 15, 2024 in the CSA Pavilion and continue on the third Tuesday of each month through April at 10:00 am. Owners are invited to attend. Chuck Benoit is the Chairman of the Council and Ron Young is the Vice Chairperson.

2024 Condominium/HOA Presidents

Condo President Phone# Email

I Wayne Van Gorden 603-630-1029 tgo.condo1@gmail.com

II Randy Sanford 321-505-8353 tgo.condoii@gmail.com

III Ron Young 540-294-4044 tgo.condo3@gmail.com

IV Blaine Littlefield 207-798-2279 tgo.condo4pres@gmail.com

V Marc Lundeberg 321-423-1388 tgo.condo5@gmail.com

VI Penny Harlow 808-561-8559 tgo.condo6@gmail.com

VII Len Perkins 757-651-0582 tgo.condo7pres@gmail.com

VIII Ed Kamptner 321-264-0584 ekamptner1@gmail.com

IX Tom Brobeck 724-601-0284 tombrobeck@yahoo.com

X Cindy Marini 440-829-8633 tgocondo10@gmail.com

Condo President Phone# Email

XI Leonard Caton 321-567-3009 tgo.condo11board@gmail.com

XII Matthew Willey 518-321-1134 condo12tgo@gmail.com

FHOA Rob Park 803-665-2526 robp2001@Rocketmail.com

XIV Jan Gunnell 614-565-8574 tgo.condo14@gmail.com

XV David Spahn 207-468-6760 tgocondo15@gmail.com

XVI Chuck Benoit 978-314-9945 tgo.condo16@gmail.com

XVII Pete Bronson 315-263-6469 condoseventeen@gmail.com

XVIII Dave Legrow 954-701-5770 tgo.condo18pres@gmail.com

XIX Carl Rosner 516-241-1877 pres@tgocondo19.com

APHOA Cammy Miller 404-291-7195 tgoaddison@Gmail.com

ARC Office Hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Closed from Noon to 1:00 pm for lunch. Architectural Review Committee (ARC) Members - Contact Information

Chairman - Leon LeBlanc 423-791-3158

District 0 - Lisa Berkis 217-547-3674

District 1 - Harold Witschi 716-998-6393

District 2 - Scott Lancaster 505-269-4851

District 3 - James Alonzo 518-577-7666

District 4 - Pete Bronson 315-263-6469

District 5 - Chris Christian 931-628-3675

District 6 - Greg Mackey 219-322-5555

District 7 - Gail Smith 321-383-4570

District 8 - Bill Flatt 321-626-5594

District 9 - Lisa Babcock 903-372-8849

Rules & Regulations Committee Openings

There are openings for two members on this committee. To get more information, or to apply, any interested parties can pick up an application form at the CSA office.

The completed form may be returned to the CSA office.

COMMUNITY INFORMATION & NOTICES

Emergency Vehicle Protocol

Florida and TGO share the same vehicle and traffic laws as the rest of the US: Everyone must yield to emergency vehicles. If there’s no shoulder on the road, simply stop to allow an emergency vehicle to pass. We have all been driving long enough to know this. Please, when you see emergency vehicles coming in with lights flashing, pull over and let them pass! It could be your loved ones they are here for.

Check Your Golf Cart’s Brakes

Brakes that do not function will be your only excuse as to why you did not stop at a stop sign.

Therefore, according to page 54 of our TGO’s Rules and Regulations of the road, you will be receiving a Traffic Citation for failure to obey a posted traffic sign.

Contractor Restrictions

Contractors employed for repairs, construction, renovation, or installation at residences that are in The Great Outdoors are not allowed to work on Sunday, except in an emergency or with the advance permission of the CSA.

From Monday through Saturday, contrac tors must leave TGO by 6:00 pm from October 1 to April 30 and by 7:00 pm from May 1 to September 30.

Call the CSA Office at 321-268-9767 during regular weekday office hours to request any exceptions to these contractor work restrictions.

Lorraine Murphy Historic Center

Located in the CSA Conference Room next to Trimmer’s Salon. Available to tour:

Monday - Friday • 3:00 - 5:00 pm

Visit the CSA Office to borrow the key. The Historic Center can be shown on weekends and holidays.

Call for an appointment: Lorraine Murphy at 321-431-4526

Get a FREE copy at the CSA Office.

Plantation

Manor Pool & Spa

OPEN Every Day: 8:00 am - Dusk

“Dusk” is different throughout the year. Please check the chart in the pool area. Please lower umbrellas after use so they’re not damaged by wind gusts.

Oak Cove Pool & Spa

OPEN: 7:00 am - 11:00 pm

Daily cleaning from 6:00 - 7:00 am

Wear, or have in your possession, a Pool Wristband. They are FREE and can be obtained from the CSA Office.

Residents use lime green bands. Visitors use bands that are red, white and blue. Your guests are welcome to keep their bands as a souvenir of their visit to TGO.

FMCA TGO Ambassadors Chapter Rally Schedule

November 15-17, 2024

December 12-15, 2024

April 10 -16, 2025

Auburndale, FL “Escape to Margaritaville” Rally

St. Augustine, FL “Lights by Land & Sea” Rally

Marathon, FL Grassy Key Rally

Visit our web site at www.TGOAMB.com

FTTA - Fun Time Travel Association Rally Schedule

December 10-13, 2024 Charleston, SC

Parrish Medical: New Lab Collection Site

Before the pandemic, Parrish Healthcare ran a Laboratory Collection Site on Cheney Highway, providing the nearest location to TGO. This site closed during the pandemic. Now a Lab Collection Site has opened even closer to TGO! If you’ve been driving to Titus Landing or Port St. John for blood work then you’ll appreciate the shorter drive and time saved.

Open Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 3:30 PM, the site is located at the

James Island County Park with optional stop in St. Augustine on December 8 & 9

Crossroads, inside Parrish Health and Wellness Center, 3065 Columbia Blvd, Ste. C104, Titusville. Walk-ins are welcome.

Please note: the collection site is located across from Marshall’s in Crossroad’s Plaza. It is NOT located in the Med Fast clinic.

At Parrish, we strive for Healing Experiences for Everyone…All the Time! If you have questions, please dial (321) 268-6111, ext. 8054.

COMMUNITY INFORMATION & NOTICES

Automated Visitor Call-In - 321-383-8802

The automated system offers two methods to provide access for a visitor. Call no more than 24 hours prior to your visitor’s arrival. Send an email to: guest@tgocsa.org, no more than 48 hours prior to your visitor’s arrival. The phone number and email address you use must already be registered with the CSA Office for the access request to be accepted. This system cannot confirm that your request was received or respond to any additional messages.

Service and Set-Up Calls - 833-697-7328

The CSA has a contract with Spectrum that includes Spectrum TV Select and Spectrum Internet services. If you are experiencing problems with their service or need to set up a new service, call the number above. Tell them your community at The Great Outdoors has a bulk agreement known as the Bronze Package.

TGO Community Channel 732

Our television channel of the Community Services Association will be active for broadcasting board meetings. Your TV must be equipped with a Spectrum TV cable box or digital adapter.

CSA Trouble Calls - 321-268-9767

If you have questions about lawn spraying, getting sprinklers adjusted, or any other services provided by the Community Services Association, residents should contact the CSA Office by email at service@tgocsa.org or call 321-268-9767 to mention your concerns.

Vehicle Barcodes

If your vehicle needs a barcode installed, call the CSA Office at 321-268-9767 to schedule a REQUIRED appointment. Barcodes are $10 - new or replacement. They install them everyday, but will not do “walk-in” applications. If you need a barcode installed on your Recreational Vehicle, they’ll install RV barcodes on Fridays ONLY, and they want to visit your home or RV site to hopefully complete that barcode installation without moving your RV.

Propane For Sale

Mon - Fri - 8:30, 9:30, 10:30, 11:30 am

By Appointment Only - TGO Commercial Area - West of the CSA Building.

The Community Services Association offers LP Gas for your convenience and currently at $4.00/gallon, plus 7% sales tax! Cash, check, or credit cards accepted.

Call the CSA Office at 321-268-9767 for an appointment or visit during office hours. Payment by cash, check or credit cards.

TruGreen regularly applies spray applications to our lawns and common areas that includes an herbicide for weed control, a liquid fertilizer, and an insecticide to kill chinch bugs, and other turf-damaging insects.

Upcoming application dates for 2024: July 9/10.

TruGreen is also offering “service-call” visits to TGO. If you are still having problems with lawn pests or weeds, call the CSA Office at 321-268-9767, and we will put your address on the TruGreen list.

Remaining Service Call Date is: May 30.

TruGreen advises all TGO residents to stay off treated areas of your lawn, and to keep your pets off treated areas, until the application has thoroughly dried.

AED Basics (Automated External Defibrillator) Have Someone Call 9-1-1 While You Operate AED

The Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is a portable electronic device that diagnoses incorrect heart rhythm patterns that could potentially be life threatening. The device treats the condition with electrical shocks.

AED use requires minimal training because an electronic voice prompts the user through each step. If you are helping a person who collapsed and you’re unsure if a heart attack is the reason, don’t hesitate to use the AED. Every minute counts.

The device determines if the patient needs an electrical shock or not. Simply place the AED pads on the patient’s bare skin, one on the right upper chest and the other on their lower left side. No one else should be touching the patient because false readings could result. The AED will advise you, the device operator, what to do next.

TGO has eight AEDs located at CSA buildings.

1. Blue Heron - Outside Ramp 137 Plantation Drive

2. CSA Office - Outside 100-D Plantation Drive 3. Fitness Center 145 Plantation Drive 4. Hidden Lakes Clubhouse 461 Ambleside Drive 5. Library Kitchen 385 Plantation Drive 6. Oak Cove Pool Bathhouse 434 Oak Cove Road

7. Plantation Manor 145 Plantation Drive

8. Windsong Bathhouse 155 Windsong Way

Golf Cart Gas

Monday - Friday - 9:00 - 11:00 am

The Community Services Association offers gasoline at the CSA Maintenance Area for TGO residents’ Golf Carts. Fill-up time is Monday through Friday from 9:00 - 11:00 am. The gas price is based on the prevailing rate charged to the CSA. Payment is CASH ONLY.

COMMUNITY INFORMATION & NOTICES

CSA Trash Pick Up Rules

The CSA crew picks up household trash 364 days of the year (off for Christmas). You’ll see them in a big truck pulling one or more green hoppers behind it. The guy crouching on the hopper grabs your trash bag as they pass by. To make the process efficient, please follow these rules:

• Trash must be placed in plastic bags that are tied closed. Lightweight bags should be tied together. Trash that is not in plastic bags may not be picked up.

• Break down all boxes and put all packing material in a closed bag.

• Place trash within one foot of the road so that it’s within easy reach.

• Dispose of your pet’s waste inside the closed trash bag.

• Put trash out at the curb by 10:00 am - Pick-up time varies within the park.

• Do not mix household trash with organic yard debris or construction materials.

• Do not put trash out at night because by morning it will have been scattered by wild animals.

Please do not allow pets to urinate on trash or debris.

The crew has to pick this up!

• Also be aware that if you place your trash out on the street too early, the vultures think you have prepared them a sack lunch!

CSA Yard Debris Pick-Up Rules

The CSA crew picks up organic yard debris at least once per week. Tree trimmings should be cut down to a maximum of 4 feet long, weigh less than 50 pounds, and be stacked uniformly at the curb. Loose material such as pine needles, leaves and small twigs must be collected in untied plastic bags or open containers. The CSA will not pick up sod, dirt, tree stumps, construction material (e.g., concrete, wood, drywall, metal), chemicals (e.g., paint, oil), major appliances, or tires. DO NOT bring these items to the CSA Maintenance Yard yourself. They may be dropped off, without charge, at the Brevard County Mockingbird Mulching Facility (321-264-5009) on South Street (SR405). Go past the Lowes SR405 entrance then turn LEFT at the first traffic signal. Most other waste items such as carpet, porcelain plumbing fixtures, etc., that are not mentioned above can be dropped off at the Brevard County Transfer Station (321-264-5048) that is also on South Street (SR405), but 0.5 mile past Lowes on the same side of the street.

Clearing Vegetation on CSA Property

Our Declaration of Covenants states that “No CSA land may be cleared of any vegetation without prior written permission from the Board of Directors or its designee. Unauthorized clearing of CSA property will result in a hearing, with possible fines and ordered replanting.” This only makes sense, as you would not cut vegetation on someone else’s property without permission first. In order to track this better, we will require anyone seeking permission to cut vegetation on CSA property to fill out an ARC permit. An approved permit must include the CSA manager’s signature, and a copy of the permit will be filed in your ARC file for documentation purposes.

Guide to Living With Alligators in TGO

There are 32 lakes in The Great Outdoors and all of them are home to alligators. Please keep these points in mind to be safe when alligators could be nearby:

• It is illegal to feed, taunt or harass an alligator.

• Do not swim or wade in any of our lakes.

• Do not walk near the shorelines and do not walk your pets near the shoreline.

• Do not allow your pets to swim, exercise or drink in or near our lakes.

• While alligators can be active at any time, they are most active between dusk and dawn and move during the night to different water sources.

• Please give our alligators the respect and space they deserve.

NOTE: If you come across an aggressive alligator, please contact the CSA Office prior to SNAP and allow us to handle any situation.

THE TGO WEBSITE and Facebook

The Nature Center website and Facebook page are each full of information and pics of our beautiful wildlife. Be sure to check them both out!

Website - www.NatureCenterAtTGO.org

Facebook - Nature Center at TGO

NATURE CENTER MEMBERSHIP

The Nature Center dues are just $15 a year. A Lifetime Membership is also available for $500. That membership includes all relatives living in the same household.

Contact the Membership Chair, Sally Fisher, to renew or join. Sally can be reached at naturecentermembership@gmail.com.

Membership Applications are also available in The Nature Center Library.

All membership dues go to the upkeep of our Nature Center building.

Did You Know...

The Nature Center has a large selection of DVD’s and books that you may borrow? Everything is sorted by categories so you can easily find the ones that interest you. And the CHILDREN’S section has a great assortment to keep your young holiday visitors busy.

Nature Center Board

The Nature Center is in Need of Grounds Keeping Volunteers

Call Ron Peoples at 407-509-0486 or email to: ebnflo2001@yahoo.com to learn more and to sign up. Thank you for helping keep the Nature Center looking its best!!!

IT’S PICNIC WEATHER!

Pack your snacks and head to the Nature Center to enjoy the serene, tranquil beauty along the scenic Addison Canal. The picnic tables have been cleaned and are waiting for you! You’ll find a blue box with “Large” and “Small” disposable plastic tablecloths. There’s also a long brush if you need to clean the seats.

Nature Center at TGO

President Dolly Akers ncpresident23@gmail.com

Vice President Donna Pittman ncvp23@gmail.com

Treasurer Loretta Annè nctreasurer23@gmail.com

Secretary Pat Dick ncsecretary23@gmail.com

Other Points Of Contact

Injured Animals - Please contact these specialists

Sandy Juba 321-543-0502 sjubatgo@gmail.com

Betty Salter 321-223-8073 bettysalter@hotmail.com

Nancy Payne-Clark 321-292-1434 patrick.jessica159@gmail.com

Trail Maintenance Betty Salter 321-223-8073 bettysalter@hotmail.com

NC Inspection Team Cinamon Nedvin 631-219-9306 cin747@icloud.com

Membership Sally Fisher naturecentermembership@gmail.com

Stories and Articles for The Happenings nchappenings23@gmail.com

400 Nature Center Trail, Titusville, FL 32780

Open 8:00 am to 5:00 pm - 365 days a year www.NatureCenterAtTGO.org

Facebook - Nature Center at TGO

To schedule the use of our meeting room on M/W/F mornings or T/Th afternoons, call the Manor - 321-264-2393

To schedule the meeting room at any other time OR our beautiful enclosed porch, call Loretta Annè - 321-385-9667

The Nature Center at The Great Outdoors is a 501(c)(3) non-profit self-supporting organization. Donations may be tax deductible.

TGO FIREWISE INFORMATION

EV FIRES

AND OTHER HAZARDS OF THE LITHIUM-ION AGE

- By Ed Brown

I am not yet sold on Lithium-Ion Battery power for Electric Vehicles (EVs) but I must admit to loving my workshop full of LI battery powered tools: several Electric Drills, Hedge Trimmers, Leaf Blowers and Saws. In the office is this laptop which I have used for 12 years to write Firewise articles and a cell phone. We all have LI powered Cell Phones. So why the reluctance to a LI Battery powered car? I’m in the process of learning and I’m going to drag you with me. Don’t kick or scream. Let’s get the story:

Any battery charging can lead to overheating and fire. With lead-Acid Bats, when the water gets low, heat builds up during charging process and near-by flammable materials can catch fire. There is not much difference with LI batteries except that they don’t recharge from a generator when the car is running. They recharge at a charging station when the battery is plugged in. It could be in your garage or in the Wall Mart Parking Lot! Yes, there is a monetary charge for your EV battery charge that will allow you to drive a specific distance beforeyournextcharge. “Blessyouifyouarestillwithme,butcomparedtodrivingmy“gas guzzler”, this is getting complicated.

From a FIREWISE standpoint, if you see SMOKE or FLAMES coming from your car, truck or RV, signal, get to a safe location off the road, stop, turn off the engine, get everyone out of the vehicle. Never Return To A Burning Vehicle For Anything and stay out of the smoke. Move everyone at least 100 feet from the vehicle and well away from traffic. Call 911 and give a good estimate of your location

Here are some tips for charging an electric vehicle at home:

• Before charging an electric vehicle at home, have a qualified electrician check your electrical system to see if it can handle charging.

• Install charging equipment in safe locations. Keep away from busy areas and things that could catch fire.

• Use devices that are listed by a qualified testing Lab.

• Read and follow all manufacturer directions.

• Never use damaged chargers or cords.

• Do not use more than one plug or extension cord with a charger.

• Keep charging cords out of reach of children or animals.

• Cover charging station outlet to keep water out.

• When charging an EV at home, unplug charger at night. This applies to all your LI

• powered tools as well.

• Do not ride your electric bike, park it in the garage, on charge and go on vacation

I see an increasing number of EVs in TGO and on the roads outside. Perhaps the Electric Vehicle concept needs to mature...and perhaps I do as well.

Be Firewise, Be Safe

Firewise Committee - Contact Information

Butch Jones Chairman 804-514-4458

Christopher Miller Co-Chairman 407-375-8310

Tim Graham 561-262-8833

Donald Payne 407-222-0583

Remember, you must have written

Ed Brown

321-383-8253

Mike Lavery 585-315-5554

Ron Peoples 407-509-0486

Betty Salter 321-223-8073

Ed Olefirowicz 919-360-3174

Karri Olefirowicz 919-265-4315

Albert McGuire 810-338-5646

Nancy Clark 321-292-1434

HAPPENINGS NEARBY

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Monthly Fly-In Breakfast

June 8, 2024 Valiant Air Command 6600 Tico Road, Titusville

Join us at the Valiant Air Command for our spectacular monthly Fly-In / Drive-In Breakfast, held every 2nd Saturday of the month! It’s the perfect outing for families, friends, and anyone passionate about aviation! www.valiantaircommand.com/upcoming-events

Playalinda Brewing Co. Craft Beer & Cheese Pairing

June 14, 2024, 7:00pm, Playalinda Brewing Company - Hardware Store 305 S Washington Ave, Titusville

Something cheesy is coming your way! Its our Craft Beer & Cheese Pairing!

Were excited to bring you another incredible pairing event, this time with artisanal cheeses from around the globe paired together with Playalinda Craft Brews!

Join us any day of the week June 14th through June 23rd to get your cheese on!

Red White and Boom over North Brevard 2024

Thursday, July 4, 2024 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Chain of Lakes Park

2300 Truman Scarborough Way

Titusville, FL 32796

The City of Titusville is once again hosting a free, family event in conjunction with the fireworks display on Thursday, July 4th, 2024.

Enjoy music, food, business vendors and other family friendly activities in Chain of Lakes Park. Fireworks will begin at approximately 9:15 PM.

TGO ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE

2024-2025 Event Schedule

October 26, 2024 Halloween

November 2, 2024 Trivia

November 7, 2024 Concert - The Olivia Show

November 9, 2024 Artisian Market

December 31, 2024 New Years Eve - Chairperson Needed

January 9, 2025 Concert - Uptown/Motown

February 6, 2025 Concert - Decades/Pierce Arrow

February 7, 2025 Trivia - #1

February 8, 2025 Trivia - #2

February 14th Valentines Day - Chairperson Needed

February 22, 2025 TGO 5K Walk/Run and Wellness Fair

March 6, 2025 Concert - Comedy Night

March 15, 2025 St Patrick’s Day - Chairperson Needed

March 20, 2025 Concert - Chicago Rewired

March 27, 2025 Variety Show Night #1 Chairperson Needed

March 28, 2025 Variety Show Night #2 Chairperson Needed

How To Purchase Concert Tickets

General Admission tickets can be purchased for $20 for each concert at TGO Tickets & Gift Shop in Hobbyland. TGO Tickets & Gift Shop at 321-269-8023

Low Mobility Seating at an Activities Concert

If you have a mobility impairment and need seating at one of our concerts, please call Bev Moquin at 508-317-0295 to arrange for that a few days before the concert. Bev must be contacted each time you need this service.

The TGO Tickets & Gift Shop in Hobbyland Will Reopen Monday, October 7, 2024

Monthly Activities Meeting

Our next meeting is October 15, 2024 at 1:00 pm in the Plantation Manor. Everyone is welcome. Our monthly meetings are the third Tuesday of every month from October until April.

Activities Committee Points of Contact

Carmella Zielinski 321-289-0150 tmcmzie@gmail.com

Pat Small 321-720-8979 waypointtwo@yahoo.com

Pat Foley 407-538-8035 patfoley441@gmail.com

Ruth Falusi 219-670-1111

2024-2025 Concert Series

THE

OLIVIA SHOW - November 7, 20245

Live vocals, powerful musicianship, amazing costumes, Features Sabrina Plaisance-Sia with live vocals, powerful musicianship, chart topping hits, and an exciting singalong section, which all contribute to a magical, feel good show. It’s a modern throwback!

UPTOWN

- January 9, 2025

UPTOWN is a group of men from New York City who combine the smooth stylings of R & B with the fresh hits of today. The perfect mix of Bruno Mars caliber stage presence with the vocals of Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye!

DECADES

- February 6, 2025

Features the Pierce Arrow Trio. Take a one-of-a-kind usical and comedy journey through the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s. DECADES is nothing but fun from start to finish!

COMEDY

NIGHT - March 6, 2025

Phil Tag’s sarcastic and quick-witted humor consistently earns him rave reviews by audiences worldwide. Karen Rontowski has an upbeat, optimistic, clean sense of humor! Everything is coming up roses.

CHICAGO REWIRED

- March 20, 2025

This premier “Chicago” tribute band comprises a unique blend of talented and seasoned musicians joining forces with the common goal of accurately replicating the timeless music of “CHICAGO.”

Help... The Activities Committee Needs You!

The Activities Committee has a great need for volunteers. There are several areas on the committee that you are invited to join.

The Activities Office: Open Monday through Friday - 10:00 am to Noon. October 1 through April 30

• Office Manager: Manage the scheduling of volunteers in the office and purchase/manage inventory.

• Office Volunteers: Work in the office selling tickets and merchandise. You will need to be able to operate a cash register and assist with inventory.

Advertising: Responsible for creating flyers and printing tickets for all activities events. Manage the billboards outside the Activities Office, Manor, and Post Office.

Chairpersons of Events: We need people to chair/co-chair each of the events during the season. This includes the planning, set up (including decorations) and clean- up for the event. Tables/chairs are set up by CSA as requested by the chairperson.

Bingo:

Caller: Every Tuesday - or once a month. This is the person that calls the ball as they pop out of the machine and runs the bingo session. No computer experience needed. Needs to arrive by 4:00 pm, the balls start at 6:00 pm. This position is over when the last game is complete, and equipment is put away. Usually around 8/9:00pm. Training provided. Need to designate a time you can volunteer. Callers cannot play bingo the night they call.

Sales: Sales are seated positions and have three parts - 1) ticket giver 2) money taker and 3) banker. In the summer, it can be just two people. Need to be there from 4:00 pm to 8/9:00 pm depending on the amount of people. Give out winnings after each game. Sales volunteers cannot play bingo the night they volunteer.

Concessionaire: Oversees the cooking and selling of hot dogs, cashier, popcorn maker, ice cream (no scooping - Klondikes or Fatboys). Sell items during intermission and clean up the kitchen, putting sodas, candy, chips, etc. away. Need to be there before 4:00 pm to get set up and stay through intermission. Volunteers can play bingo the night they volunteer.

Concert Series:

Showcase Committee: Currently headed by Linda Utz. Need a person with some musical background to join the committee. Must attend two showcases in Boynton Beach, FL (November and December) to critique various entertainers. Will spend time on the computer researching acts, meet with the committee and select acts for TGO concerts. May be required to create flyers for upcoming concerts.

Sponsorships: Person needed to contact businesses and ask them to sponsor our concerts. Need to prepare and distribute contracts, pick up checks, and prepare and distribute special sponsor tickets.

Ushers: Arrive early for concerts. Checks tickets and helps direct people to their seats. Remain after the concert and be responsible for cleaning their area.

Lighting and Sound Technicians: Looking for people with experience in these areas to support our existing crew.

Board Members: The board makes decisions on all things related to Activities events. Positions include President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. Job descriptions are available for review. Voting occurs in March.

All positions will be open next season.

If you are interested in joining the Activities Committees in any capacity, please contact Carmella Zielinski at 321-289-0150 or via email at tmcmzie@gmail.com

TGO ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE

TGO COMMUNITY CHURCH

An Interdenominational Christian Church

SUNDAY

WORSHIP SERVICE: 10:00 am

Watch the LIVESTREAM on our Church Website: tgochurch.org

Dr. David Price

Lead Pastor

J.B. Kump

Minister, Small Groups, Visitation and Retreats

Dan Zahn

Minister of Prayer & Visitation

Richard Harleman Director of Music

Nancy Reinish Director of Bells

Leanne Craig Office Administrator

Georgi Zeigler Administrative Assistant Send e-mail to: info@tgochurch.org 321-383-0303 www.tgochurch.org

Watch Bible Study and Services

Pastor David’s Bible Study is LIVESTREAMING on Thursday mornings at 10:00 am on the church website: tgochurch.org. In-person bible study is 11:00 am in the Fellowship Hall.

If you miss the livestream of any service, you can watch it from our website: tgochurch.org by clicking on the Resources tab at the top of the homepage, then click on Archived Videos to find the service.

Pastor Dan Zahn’s Bible Study

Year-round on Thursday evenings at 6:30 pm by Zoom. Contact Pastor Dan for the link at 321-446-7966.

Ray Z’s Bible Class

Will resume on October 7 at 11:00 am in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is welcome!

Calling ALL Singles - Join us for fun events!

The SINGULARS of Great Outdoors Community Church are continuing their enjoyable schedule. Get on the email distribution list for all the events for this group. Send your email, with the subject line “Singulars Email” to: info@tgochurch.org or call the church office at 321-383-0303 to keep up on the latest news for the Singulars. Please contact our coordinator Pastor J.B. Kump at: 321-543-1608 or email: jb.kump@gmail.com.

Memory Garden Open to All TGO Residents

Interested in a Memory Walk Paver or Columbarium Niche? Inquire at The Great Outdoors Community Church - 321-383-0303. Monday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Tuesday - Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.

Listen to Verse by Verse

With David Price on WPIO 89.3 FM every Monday - Friday at 4:40 pm and 9:13 pm

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Prayer Shawl Ministry meets on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month from November through April and meets in the Narthex. Contact Rosalind Zahn for more information at 321-446-7968

Great Outdoors Community Church has a ministry that provides services to TGO residents. The areas of support and their points-of-contact are as follows: Home Repairs Heidi Turner 321-514-3719 hsturner44@gmail.com

Lending Closet Roger Stairs 724-228-7758 beaust881@hotmail.com

Temporary Meals Linda Snyder 610-751-5919 ravenmst@hotmail.com County Services Bev Houghton 810-919-1629 bhoughto10@hotmail.com

Respite Sitting Martha Dayson 321-268-1460 jimdayson@bellsouth.net

Transportation Charlie Wood 847-609-1222 charliewood847@gmail.com

IN MEMORIAM

OBITUARY

Kenneth Gerald O’Dea, 70, passed on May 31, 2024.

Son of Kenneth Gerald O’Dea, Sr. and predeceased by Mother, Wanda Dolores O’Dea. Big Brother to Karen (John) O’Connor, Kimberly (Eric) Landgraf, and Katherine O’Dea. Loving Husband of the late Gloria Jean O’Dea. Father of Lauren O’Dea, Kenneth Gerald O’Dea, III (Ashley). Pop pop (like a father) to Kayla Dexter (fiance’ Zachary Redding). Step-father to Amber (Victor) Nappier. Grandfather of Ashton Nappier, Olivia Donaway (Collin), Hope Jade O’Connor, Taylor Grimes, Nicholas Liupaeter, Jr., Aubrey O’Dea, and Graison King. “Favorite” Uncle to many nieces and nephews.

Ken, a.k.a. Kenny, had one great love in his life - Gloria. Although he was constantly looking for a second great love, he never found her. He loved his children and grandchildren with all his heart and gave off his time freely - even dropping everything to drive his granddaughter across the country at the last minute. He loved to golf, and was very competitive - both in his desire to win and his skill - especially in his younger years. He loved to dance. He often took his dad to their favorite haunts so they could enjoy the music of a favorite band and he’d always be on the floor with his little sister, Kathy, doing the swing dance! He was an entrepreneur. He owned a successful pizza delivery business and a successful floor cleaning business. He had a quick, sharp wit and could debate on many and varied subjects. Ken had great style and was an impeccable dresser. He was a true gentleman who carried himself with class and poise. Although somewhat stubborn in his opinions, he would always agree to disagree. He loved “The Great Outdoors,” and will be missed by many of the residents who he became close friends with. He also had a great many friends in Maryland and Arizona. He will be missed by all of them! He was loved dearly! Until we meet again, Ken. FORE!

Kenneth Gerald O’Dea. February 13, 1954 - May 31, 2024 (age 70)

Memorial Service

A Memorial Service was held at the Bible Fellowship Church of Reisterstown, 120 Berrymans Ln. Reisterstown, MD 21136 on Tuesday, June 4th.

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Titusville Talking Points

Talking Points Magazine features construction and project updates, human interest stories, city government news, and other updates pertaining to Titusville and the immediate area. view online: www.titusville.com/572/Titusville-Talking-Points

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JOHN ROBERTS DOCK

Plaque Installed

Taking action quickly after the motion a few weeks ago to rename the Lake Judy dock, the “John Roberts Dock” plaque was officially installed on the dock’s entrance to honor John’s 20 years of service to our community.

photos: Ron Peoples

SALES & SERVICE

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LUNCH AND DINNER

— HAPPYTIZERS —

SANDWICHES

OPTIONS

Sweet Chili Aioli, Honey Mustard, Sriracha Ranch, Lemon- Honey Aioli, BBQ Sauce: Mild, Medium and Hot. —

SALADS & SOUPS

available on the Pub Menu Sunday and Monday on the pool deck and before bingo on Tuesday nights.

OPEN 7 DAYS 7:00-11:00 AM

VALUE BREAKFAST

One Egg, any style with Sausage, Ham, or Bacon, Hash Browns and Toast

— THE CAFÉ CREATIONS —

BLUE HERON BREAKFAST

2 Eggs Any Style, With Ham, Bacon or Sausage, Home-Fries, Tomatoes or Fruit and Your Choice of Toast

CREATE YOUR OWN OMELETTE

Choose from Peppers, Onions, Mushrooms, Spinach, Tomatoes, Cheddar Cheese, and Home-Fries

Add Bacon, Ham, or Sausage

Scrambled Eggs, Peppers, Onions, Tomatoes, and Cheese

Add Bacon, Ham, or Sausage

Add Seasonal Fresh Fruit

Corn Tortilla, Cheddar-Jack Cheese Blend, Scrambled Eggs, Crispy Bacon, and Pico

Add

Two Buttermilk Pancakes, Served with Butter and Syrup

Add B acon, Ham, or Sausage

Two

DESSERTS/SHAKES/COCKTAILS SERVED FROM 11:00 AM TO 8:00 PM —

DESSERTS

— HOUSE SPECIALTY COCKTAILS

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All Cocktails are 2 oz. liquor plus mixers. Top-shelf will add additional cost.

IRISH KISS: Vanilla vodka, Baileys and Hershey’s Kiss

APPLE PIE: Apple vodka, lime juice, caramel coated glass with graham cracker rim

TGO STORM: Vanilla vodka, melon liqueur and Razzmatazz

FLORIDIAN OUTLAW: Moonshine whiskey, watermelon liquor, and sour mix

BH Mule: Absolut citron, lime juice, mint and Sprite

OPEN 7 DAYS 7:00 am to 8:00 pm Until 10:00 pm during some nights with entertainment

Serving fresh, high-quality food with friendliness and pride, overlooking our award-winning golf course

Consumer Advisory: Consumption of undercooked meat, poultry, eggs or seafood may increase the risk of foodborne illnesses, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

READY TO GO

Steve Powers, the new Blue Heron Manager, is

text and photos: Greg Wostrel

SSteve Powers has a presence.

He’s tall with a bright easy smile and spiky white hair. You can’t miss him.

When we first met he was on the phone in his office, busy trying to figure out passwords and access to the various accounts that he needed while the liquor sales rep was also waiting for him in the lobby, tapping her foot while scrolling on her phone.

But, while he was busy, he wasn’t at all rattled. He greeted me warmly with a firm handshake and seemed ready (or at least willing)to take pictures—even though it was clear to me that he didn’t have the time. We decided to reschedule the photo session for the following day. With a palpable sense of relief he hurried over to the sales rep to make sure the Blue Heron could have beer and wine in stock for the next week.

Essentials first!

We got together for a photo session the next morning. First we spent a little bit of time chatting and then proceeded to take solo photos of him. But Steve is all about the team and after a short while he suggested that we get photos of him with the staff. As soon as they came out, I could tell that he was already making a difference. Their energy was high, smiles and laughter all around, and they seemed genuinely excited to be working with Steve.

I could sense a high level of optimism from everyone and, after spending a short time with Steve, I’m feeling it too.

Tell me a little about your background

I was born in Detroit, Michigan I love the Pittsburgh Steelers and football.

Who introduced you to cooking and the restaurant business?

I was introduced to cooking through my dad seeing him singing and dancing enjoy cooking

How did you find out about the opportunity with Blue Heron?

I found out they were hiring from Indeed

Did you know about TGO beforehand?

I knew nothing about The Great Outdoors before hand, never heard of it After seeing it I think it’s fantastic. I love it.

You have managed restaurants for years - what is the biggest challenge?

I’ve been managing restaurants for 30 years and taking over restaurants that are struggling. That’s my specialty.

What about it gives you the most pleasure?

My pleasure comes from seeing everybody happy eating and enjoying themselves.

What is your management philosophy?

I think a manager should be a big cheerleader for the restaurant and moral support and strength for the employees that work in the restaurant

What’s your vision for Blue Heron?

My vision for Blue Heron is great food, consistency, fun, great drinks, [and making] a place where everybody wants to go.

Don’t miss: meet and greet for Steve, Friday, June 7th, from 4pm-7pm

Five Easy Ways to Beat The Summer Heat

As the summer sun blazes down on Florida, finding relief from the sweltering heat becomes a top priority. While AC may be the go-to solution for many, there are plenty of other ways to stay cool and comfortable without cranking it up. Here are five easy tips to help you beat the heat and enjoy the Florida summer to the fullest.

1. Embrace the Shade

When the sun is at its peak, seek refuge in the shade. Whether it’s under a tree, a patio umbrella, or a canopy, shade offers a respite from the intense heat. Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon when the sun’s rays are less harsh, and take advantage of shaded areas whenever possible.

2. Stay Hydrated

Hydration is key to staying cool in the Florida heat. Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Opt for water-rich fruits and vegetables like watermelon, cucumbers, and oranges to help replenish electrolytes and keep you hydrated from the inside out.

3. Cool Off with Water

When the heat becomes unbearable, cool off with a refreshing splash of water. Take a dip in a pool, visit a local water park, or head to the beach for a swim in the ocean. If those options aren’t available, try setting up a sprinkler in the backyard or filling up a kiddie pool for instant relief.

4. Dress for Success

Choose lightweight, breathable fabrics like cotton and linen to help keep you cool in the summer heat. Opt for loose-fitting clothing in light colors, which reflect rather than absorb the sun’s rays. Don’t forget to wear a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses to protect your face and eyes from the sun’s glare.

5. Get Creative with Cooling

Think outside the box when it comes to staying cool. Freeze a damp washcloth and use it as a makeshift ice pack, or fill a spray bottle with water and mist yourself periodically for a refreshing burst of coolness. Create your own personal fan by placing a bowl of ice in front of a tabletop fan for an instant breeze.

With these five easy tips, you can beat the heat and enjoy all that the Florida summer has to offer without relying on air conditioning. Stay shaded, stay hydrated, and get creative with cooling methods to stay cool and comfortable all season long.

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• New double sliding windows; siding, blinds, ceiling fans

• Includes stack w/d

• Beautiful lush landscaping

• Electric pedestal replaced 2021

• Florida Room and shed

FROM THE EDITOR

“The Happenings” is certainly an appropriate name for this publication. There really is something happening all the time at TGO. It seems nice and quiet when you first drive in but...

The big news is Steve Powers coming on board as the new manager of Blue Heron. I was able to meet him last week and spend some time taking photos for a feature article in this issue (pages 38/39). He’s a person that you like right away and it was a delight to meet him. Plus it was an opportunity for me to do something I really love: photography.

My first career was as a commercial photographer and on-location editorial portraits were a frequent assignment. Last week’s session with Steve was low-key but brought back the “feels” since it has been a while. The photo of me here is from “back in the day” directing a shoot for a lottery technology company. I wouldn’t mind having that hair back!

Rounding it out this issue are pieces I hope you will enjoy and find interesting: a new “hidden gem”, tips to Beat The Heat, a fun “Trail Scorecard” from Kris Lee-Scott, as well as the regulars like Dr. Sammy’s “Funny Thing Is...” and Ed Brown’s “Firewise.” Enjoy the issue!

Comments, ideas, suggestions, and submissions are always welcome. Please be in touch with me here: email: happenings@tgocsa.com phone: 401-286-9228

FREE Introductory Stretch Session For TGO Residents

Welcome to the New Age of Stretch!

Thanks to the modern sedentary lifestyle, after 30, most people start losing flexibility at an average rate of 1% a year. Strains and micro-stresses on your muscles compounded over time can glue them together. This “glue,” or scar tissue, tightens the surrounding tissue and restrains how you’re able to move. Over time, the snowballing loss of flexibility ages you. Stretch Zone’s isolation of individual muscles within a muscle group breaks up the glue, unwrapping the stranglehold on your posture and valuable energy. Proper stretching slows down the aging process. You will feel younger by improving posture, circulation, and increasing your range of motion.

For a FREE 30 minute session, please give us a call: Stretch Zone in Titusville: 321- 567 4085

1542 Harrison Street, Titusville, FL 32780

Email: titusville@stretchzone.com www.stretchzone.com

ARC Information:

• Owners are encouraged to submit any suggested modifications to the ARC Guidelines each year, as long as they are submitted prior to October 1st. All suggested modifications are reviewed by the Committee and the Board!

• That once you have an Approved ARC Application along with the signed Completion Form returned in your file, your improvements will remain in your file for life and be considered grandfathered. That is the importance of applying to ARC for any outside improvements you are considering.

Interesting Facts

Lemons float, but limes sink! Lemons and limes both have densities that are very close to water, so you would expect that they would both float. However, limes are slightly denser than lemons, which is why they will sink when unpeeled and lemons float. Peeling the fruit affects the density of the lemon, it will now sink slightly.

2 billion cups of coffee are drunk every day in the world. Coffee is the most popular drink worldwide

It would take 19 minutes to fall to the center of the earth. But energy is lost due to friction. That loss means you wouldn’t be able to overcome the pull of gravity to make it to the other side. Instead, you would fall back down before reaching the far side’s surface.

Your brain alone burns around 400-500 calories each day. That’s about a fifth of your total energy requirements. Most of this is concerned with the largely automatic process of controlling your muscles and processing sensory input, although some studies show solving tricky problems increases your brain’s metabolic requirements too.

Africa is the only continent in all four hemispheres. For people whose education was largely focused on the Western world, it may be surprising to find out exactly how huge the continent of Africa is. For instance, it spans all four hemispheres and covers nearly 12 million square miles.

The world’s largest butterfly, Queen Alexandra’s birdwing, has a wingspan of around 10 inches, which you can find in the forests of the Oro Province, in the east of Papua New Guinea.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Mark Your Calendars!

Entertainment at THE BLUE HERON

Friday June 7 Sammy

Wednesday June 19 Johnny Danger

Saturday June 15 Matt Simpson - Just 4 Girls

Sunday June 30 Mike Johnson

Sunday July 3 Tiki Duo

Friday July 5 Sammy

Sunday July 14 Mike Johnson

Sunday July 14 Bill Collins

Sunday July 24 Johnny Danger

Saturday July 20 Matt Simpson - Just 4 Girls

APPLE TIP: QUICK-ACCESS YOUR iPHONE CAMERA

Let’s count the ways to swiftly summon forth the photographic prowess of your iPhone!

FASTEST!

Tap Lock Screen once, then Swipe from R edge to left

2nd Fastest:

Say “Hey Siri, open Camera,”

3rd Fastest:

Tap Lock Screen; tap camera icon

4. Open to home page, tap camera icon

5. Swipe open Control Center, tap camera

6. Set up a SHORTCUT in the ’Shortcut’ app

For a super-easy way to open your camera with a double-tap go to KrisLeeScott.com/tips to learn how to quickly program your phone to open at your custom command

APPLE QUESTIONS?

Call/Text Kris 321-243-4324

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• Family business established in 1985

• Cabinet designers each with 10+ years experience

• Free sink with purchase of kitchen counter-tops

• Free consultations and estimates

• All installers are background checked

• Hundreds of quartz selections

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ACTIVITIES - ALL YEAR & SEASONAL

AQUACIZE Plantation Manor Pool (pool is closed during class)

Monday - Friday - 10:00 am - Weather Permitting

Call the CSA Manor Office to ask about any cancellation due to bad weather. Aquacize, or water aerobics, is a fun and easy workout for all ages. It uses the resistance of water to increase cardiovascular endurance, flexibility and muscle tone. Diana Araujo-Fernandez For more information call: Plantation Manor - 321-264-2393

BINGO Plantation Manor

Tuesday - 6:00 pm, all year CARDS GO ON SALE at 4:45 pm. TGO Owners, Renters, and Guests Only. All present during play must be 18 years of age or older. Age verification via government ID may be required.

BOWLING River Lanes (SR50) - Titusville TGO bowling - 2024 Season - $1.00 per game with free shoes. Pay at desk before bowling. Bowling starts at 1:00 pm. League ends on March 20. Total of 11 weeks. Teams consist of 4 members per team. We take singles and will find you a team. League is a handicap system so everyone has a chance to win. To confirm your place or join, call: Ruby Logan - 321-749-8642

RETURNING IN DECEMBER

BOCCE The Bocce Court (next to Shuffleboard)

The Bocce ball set can be signed-out from the Fitness Center, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. For weekend play, pick up the Bocce set on Friday.

CORN HOLE The Shuffleboard Courts

Come join your friends and neighbors each Sunday afternoon for a few games of Corn Hole. Practice starts at 2:30. Games start at 3:00. For more information call: Randy Sanford - 321-505-8353

COLORING GROUP

All Year Long - First and third Tuesdays Noon to 3:00 pm and/or Wednesdays 4:00 to 7:00 pm. $10 - Colored pencil supplies provided. Start with a short coloring lesson, choose what you color, color at your own pace. Reservations REQUIRED by the Monday before class. tgocolor@stuffnthingz.com or call Tracy Lewis - 425-478-6078

CROQUET CLUB In front of the Golf Driving Range

Sunday - 2:00 pm

No experience needed. Equipment provided. Bring your own chair and beverage. No formal attire. It’s a great way to get outside and have fun with friends and neighbors. Contact: John Comeau321-269-5525 or Frank Valenza - 321-567-4272

DIAMOND PAINTING The Library - Monday - 1:30 pm

Try this new craft hobby that’s a mix between Cross Stitch and Paint by Numbers. Tiny resin “diamonds” are applied to a color-coded canvas creating a vibrant mosaic painting. Contact: Nancy Landry - 781-820-7276

BRIDGE CLUB Plantation Manor Porch

Monday - 1:00 pm, Thursday - 1:00 pm

For intermediate and advanced level players. Bridge sign-up sheets are on clipboards on the Plantation Manor office door by the stage. Players must sign up by Friday noon to play Monday afternoon and must sign up by Tuesday noon to play Thursday morning. For more info, call: John Comeau – 321-269-5525

BUNCO The Library - June 6, June 20, August 1, Aug 15, Aug 29 6:00 pm- 8:00 $4, $1 bunco $3 left, right, center. For more info call or text Megan 407-878-8854

BUNCO The Manor Porch

Every other Tuesday 1:00 pm - April 9. $1 to play. Call or text Lillian VanDuyne at 607-316-4910 to be added to our sub list or for further information.

CIGAR CLUB Windsong Pavilion

2nd & 4th Tuesdays – 3:30 pm. Enjoy a cigar with fellow smokers, swap cigars, share cigar knowledge, join field trips. (Bring a beverage) Contact: Bob Hazlett – 937-545-7446; rlhazlett999@gmail.com

CLOWN ALLEY The Library

The Clown Alley meets on the first and third Thursday of each month at 3:00 pm. For more information call: Pam Campbell Taylor 571-217-0444

EUCHRE The Library

Saturday - 7:00 - 9:00 pm

RETURNING IN OCTOBER

Euchre is OPEN NOW for all who love the game! The cost is $1. Contact: Theresa Crosby - 740-548-0140

EXERCISE WITH CHARLOTTE

Plantation Manor (M) or Pavilion (P)

Start every day of your week with exercise

Monday (M) - 8:00-9:00 am

Strength Training

Monday (P) - 9:00 - 9:30 am

Low Impact

Tuesday (M) - 8:00 - 9:00 am

PiYo Live

Tuesday (M) - 9:00 - 9:30 am

Back Stretch

Wednesday (M) - 8:00 - 9:00 am

Medicine Ball

Wednesday (P) - 9:00 - 9:30 am

Total Body Toning

Thursday (M) - 8:00 - 9:00 am

Low Impact

Thursday (M) - 9:00 - 9:30 am

Belly, Back, Buns

Friday (M) - 8:00 - 9:00 am

Strength Training

Friday (P) - 9:00 - 9:30 am

People's Choice

FRIENDLY HOBBIES Hobbyland

Wednesday - 9:30 am - 12:00 noon.

RETURNING IN OCTOBER

Bring your knitting, cross stitch, crocheting, and other needle creations. For information, call: Theresa Sansoucie - 603-491-4515 or Mary Jane Smith - 810-853-8188

ACTIVITIES - ALL YEAR & SEASONAL

FMCA - Ambassadors Chapter Plantation Manor

4th Monday (October - April) - 4:30 pm

Seasonal meetings are monthly, in the Plantation Manor. Come to see your friends, share your latest RV adventures and get updates on our rally schedule and chapter activities. After our business meeting, we provide a light meal for our members and guests. Please bring your own beverage of choice. If you will be attending, you must send an email to Bob Nebel by the Monday before the meeting so we know how much food to purchase. Bob’s email: renebeljr@gmail.com

For more information, call: Bob Nebel at 321-626-1290

Visit our website at www.TGOAMB.com

FTTA - Fun Time Travel Association Plantation Manor

3rd Monday (October - April) - 4:30 pm

Next meeting will be Monday, October 21.

The FTTA is a rally group open to all owners and renters in TGO. All types of RVs are welcome and are encouraged to enjoy the fun. Join our monthly meeting for information about rallies and socializing. We will serve food at this meeting. Those who plan to attend, send an e-mail to Monica Fierro by the Friday before the Monday meeting so we know how many chairs to set up and how much food to purchase. Email Monica Fierro: tgomonica@hotmail.com. Put “FTTA” in the subject line. Or call: 321-604-0011

MACHINE EMBROIDERY CLUB Hobbyland

Friday - 12:00 - 5:00 pm, all year

Join us in this fascinating hobby by bringing your embroidery machine. Bring your door key for the craft room. Contact: Ann Ducote 321 408 4217 or Diana Spahn 207 432 2107

MAD HATTERS Plantation Manor

1st Tuesday (November - April) - 11:30 am

All TGO ladies are invited. Lunch is $17.00, bring the exact amount, advance reservations are required. For lunch reservations, contact Susan Bonneau, madhatlunch@gmail.com.

For any other information contact: Sharon Alonzo at queensharonmadhatters@gmail.com or 518-542-4539

MAH JONGG The Library

Monday - 6:00 - 9:00 pm • Connie Heil - 321-383-8279

Tuesday -1:00 - 4:00 pm • Rosalind Zahn - 321-269-7957

NICKEL BINGO Plantation Manor, 6:00 pm

Two Fridays of each month - June 7 & 21, July 5, August 2

Bring snacks for your table/BYOB. Bring a roll of nickels to play and a canned good (no longer accepting cans after 7/1) or $1, per person, for donation to a deserving local Food Pantry. Bev Moquin - 508-317-0295

GAMES NIGHT The Library

Sunday - 6:00 pm, Tuesday - 6:00 pm

This fun-loving group plays many types of games. More information, call: Jean Crichton: 321-383-9385 or Kathy Smith: 401-742-9766

HAND KNEE AND FOOT CARD GAME The Library

Wednesday and Saturday - 11:30 am - 4:00 pm

Much more challenging and fun than original Hand and Foot, this is still similar to Canasta. Both days meet all year. For more information, call: Marie Zeigler - 518-805-8569

KARAOKE Plantation Manor

RETURNING IN THE FALL

Thursdays - 6:00 - 9:00 pm. Join in the fun or listen to your friends. Bring snacks and beverages. Don Wheeler - 407-401-3655 • donwheeler369@aol.com

LINE DANCING Plantation Manor

Tuesdays - 10 am - 12 pm

Beginner class starts at 10:00 am. No dance experience - basic steps taught. Improver class starts at 11:00 am. Ferrel Mazzatto - Instructor - 321-267-0195

PAGE TURNERS The Library

1st Wednesday of each month - 6:30 pm

Please consider joining the fun! The book selection and more good information can be found on FACEBOOK at TGO Page Turners. Wine is welcome!

PHOTO CLUB Manor

We meet the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month. If you enjoy taking pictures and would like to learn more, please visit with us. Whether you use your phone or a Mirrorless Camera, all are welcome. New faces are always a welcome addition to our meetings. Contact: David Spahn - 207-468-6760

RETURNING 12/6/24!

PICKLEBALL Pickleball Courts

Six Pickleball Courts are available starting at 8:00 am every day.

• Lights for Night Play • Beginners Lessons

• Organized Tournaments • Clinics to Improve Member Skills

• Open Club Play 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Daily and Wednesday evening 6:00 - 8:00 pm • Private Games in the Afternoon

We strongly recommend calling Nancy Powers at 603-209-2544 from November to mid-April for lessons before coming out to play (lessons not offered during the summer). You can also borrow equipment from the Plantation Manor CSA Office Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. For more information: tgopickleballclubboard@gmail.com

QUILTERS Hobbyland

Thursday - 9:30 am- 5:00 pm, all year

Join in the creative enjoyment of this sewing art. Weekly meetings are held at 1:00 pm November through April. TGO Owners, please bring your door key for the craft room.

Call: Nancy Powers - 603-209-2544 or Debbi Walling 925-708-3599

RADIO CONTROLLED AIRCRAFT

Experience the “high” of flying R/C aircraft. FREE training. The airfield is less than a mile from TGO. We fly all year and are usually at the airfield by about 8:00 am. Call: Bob Netherton - 321-269-3016

ACTIVITIES - ALL YEAR & SEASONAL

RUG HOOKING Hobbyland

Tuesday (October - April) - 9:00 am

The TGO Traditional Rug Hooking Group invites all “Hookers and Lookers” to view our work. Call: Terri Strack - 603-540-5921

SAWDUST CLUB The Pavilion

Members meeting - 2nd Tuesday (October-April) - 9:00 am

The club building is near the CSA maintenance yard and open to members 24/7/365. Members may pursue their wood and/or metalworking hobby. Loaner tools are available for any member. Membership is open to all TGO property owners.

Laura Sievers 630-408-6461 tgosawdustclub.wordpress.com

SHUFFLEBOARD Shuffleboard Courts by The Manor

Thursday - Scheduled play October - April - 1:00 pm

Discs and Cues are on the Fitness Center front wall. Please return equipment when you are finished. For after dark, there is a light switch timer by the Tennis Court fence enclosure door that is nearest to the shuffleboard courts. For more information, call: Doug Jensen - 401-885-9731

SINGLES AT TGO The Café Wednesday 11:30 am

Join us for lunch every week. Men and women can spend an hour or two in fellowship together. Meet old friends and make new ones. Sammye Madden - 321-383-8530 or Cam Pelletier - 321-264-0691

STAMPIN’ UP Card Making Class Hobbyland

2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 6:00 pm and Fridays at 9:30 am. Make 3 cards for $10. All supplies provided. Reservations REQUIRED. E-mail: bdaniels@cfl.rr.com by Monday before classes or call Carol Hall - 321-289-7380

SMOKERS and BBQ’ers Windsong Pavilion

RETURNING 1st WEEK IN OCT

This group is for anyone who likes to smoke or BBQ anything. Bring your questions, expertise, knowledge, and samples to the Windsong Pavilion every first and third Wednesday at 4:00 pm. Call Rob Pribyl - 443-835-5811 for information

STITCHING FROM THE HEART Hobbyland

Thursday - 9:30 am - 12 noon, all year

RETURNING IN OCTOBER

Come join in the fun of stitching your projects while you enjoy a cup of tea. Bring your key to the craft room. For more information, call: Teri Alexander - 321-961-1393 or Theresa Sansoucie 603-491-4515

TAI CHI Windsong Pavilion

Monday and Wednesday 9:00 to 10:00 am

RETURNING IN THE FALL

For more info call or text Dan Tracy at 608-658-4465

TENNIS CLUB Tennis Courts

Tennis Club Members Match Play: Mon - Wed - Fri - 8:00 am to Noon

All Tennis Players - Round-Robin - All Skill Levels: Tue - Thu - Sat - 8:00 am to Noon. Open Play Tennis - Daily Noon - 8:00 pm. Join the TGO Tennis Club. Contact any Tennis Club Board Member on court. Or call Belle Maropis - 770-695-8266

TEXAS HOLD’EM Juke Box

Texas Hold-Em tournaments on Tuesdays and Fridays at 6:00 pm in the Jukebox Recreation Room.

For more info: Call Doyle Wilson at 502-751-4657

TEXAS HOLD’EM MIXED GROUPS Juke Box

Texas Hold-Em tournaments on Thursdays at 6:00 pm in the Jukebox Recreation Room.

For more info: Call Andy Martenson at 321-246-0033

TEXAS HOLD’EM WOMEN’S POKER CLUB Juke Box

Sunday evenings in the game room from 6 to 9 pm.

HEY GALS! interested in playing Texas Hold ‘em? Here’s your opportunity to get in on a low-stakes limit game.

For more info contact Elaine Meier at 716-239-6325.

NEW! TGO DANCE GROUP The Pavilion

Fun, safe class learning newest trending dances from social media. 6:00 pm -7:00 pm SUN & THU

Join FB page: TGO Dance Group

UKULELE GROUP Nature Center Tuesday from 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Join us! All levels of players welcomed.

Lynn Fryer - 443 -286-1396 or Pam Campbell Taylor- 571-217-0444

WATERCOLOR CLASSES Hobbyland

Tuesdays - 1:30 - 4:30 pm. All levels welcome. Contact: Angie Woznick 321-269-6609 or Sally MacNevin 508-944-0082

WOOD CARVING Hobbyland - Monday - 8:00 am - 12 noon

All skill levels welcome. Join us for whittling or relief, chip, and carving-in-the-round styles. Contact: Charlie Wing - 321-474-1952

YOGA Pavilion - Monday at 9:45 am

Plantation Manor - Thursday 9:45

FALL

SWEDISH WEAVERS Hobbyland Monday - 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Relax with this fun, needlecraft fabric decorating style. The simple technique can be mastered and enjoyed by all ages. Carmella Zielinski - 321-289-0150

Vinyasa Yoga - Bridget Griffin - Instructor

Bring a yoga mat and towel or kneeling pad for both classes.

ZUMBA Plantation Manor Gratuities gladly accepted Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 9:00 am

RETURNING IN THE FALL

Fun fusion of body sculpting and dance movements to lively Latin rhythms that tone your body. Facebook - Zumba at TGO

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MERRIT ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE

OAK & PALM HAMMOCK TRAILS A

Space Coast Hidden Gem

Relaxed birding on foot paths and boardwalks in a lush forest of mature saw palmettos. The trails wind through seasonally flooded forests through a thicket of ferns under the shade of live oaks.

Speeding along the A. Max Brewer Parkway on the way to the Canaveral National Seashore, it’s easy to zip right past two lovely trails that offer a few miles of pleasant, easy hiking. Heading east, you will see the sign for the trails on your left just after passing Peacock’s Pocket Road.

The Oak Hammock Trail and the Palm Hammock Trail at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge share their trailhead and parking lot. Both trails start on the same path before splitting off in different directions. They are not directly connected so it requires returning to the start to combine them into one longer hike.

Oak Hammock Trail

The term “oak hammock” refers to a stand of live oaks that grow on a plot of land slightly higher in elevation than the surrounding wetlands. In Florida, this elevation difference may only be a few feet, but it is enough to create a section of dry land that supports vegetation unable to grow in the wet areas. As you walk around the Oak Hammock Trail, notice that you are often surrounded by marsh. If you are hiking in the winter—the dry season in Florida—you may see more mud than water, but this won’t be the case once the rains come starting in May.

From the parking lot, follow the “Oak Hammock” sign to begin the hike. The terrain is covered in ferns, and it brings to mind

Photos: Greg Wostrel

from top: the parking lot and sign; a thicket of lush ferns

early morning sun glowing through the trees at the start of the Oak Hammock Trail

clockwise from top: the trail winds under a canopy of oaks; informative signage is sprinkled along the trail; one of the serveral boardwalks over the wet areas; boardwalk at the Oak Hammock Trail loop split

scenes in “Jurassic Park” or “Avatar.” However, within just a few minutes, the trail crosses some railroad tracks, and on the other side, the ferns end and the oak hammock terrain begins.

The Oak Hammock Trail is a typical nature trail, with signs along the way providing information about the animals and plants you may encounter on the hike. The trail is wide, flat, and well-manicured. It does pass through some wetlands, and there are boardwalks to keep visitors out of the mud where the trail gets really wet.

Palm Hammock Trail

Though described as a loop in the park brochure, the Palm Hammock Trail is actually a 0.7mile out-and-back trail with a 0.6-mile loop at the end, resembling a lasso.

From the parking lot, follow the “Palm Hammock” sign to begin the journey. The terrain is covered in ferns, very similar to the Oak Hammock Trail. After a short hike, the trail crosses the rails and enters a live oak and saw palmetto forest. The vegetation is the same as on the Oak Hammock Trail, but once you get to the loop where the Palm Hammock is, you will see the difference as the trail loops under towering cabbage palms.

Both trails are an easy hike with well-maintained boardwalks. Depending on the season be prepared for some muddy patches, possibly wet areas, and mosquitoes. The author encountered numerous determined swarms early on a recent May morning.

Getting There

Route 406 from Titusville to the A Max Brewer Memorial Pkwy pass the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center and the trailhead parking lot is 1.2 miles on the left.

more info: fws.gov/refuge/merritt-island/visit-us/trails

from top: a dense patch of ferns along the trail; Oak Hammock Trail boardwalk entering the clearing to cross the rails

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SUDOKU puzzles have one solution that can be reached logically without guessing. Enter digits from 1 to 9 into the blank spaces. Every row, column, and 3x3 square must contain one of each digit.

Classified Ads

Classified Ads are only for tangible and real Property that are For Sale, For Rent or Wanted within TGO. They are not for Services Provided or out of park items.

Cost is $10 per ad for 25 words maximum. Payment can be made by credit card, cash or check, payable to “CSA” at time of placing your ad.

You must fill out a Classified Ad Form that is available ONLY at the CSA Office, 100 D Plantation Drive.

Classified ads are for TGO residents only. The placement of new ads and the renewal of existing ads must be made, with payment, no later than 5:00 pm on the Friday before the upcoming publication date. No refunds for early cancellation of ad. All ads are placed on a first-come basis. Space is limited.

RV LOTS AND HOMES FOR SALE, RENT OR LEASE AND MISCELLANEOUS

FOR RENT: 735 Plantation, spacioushouse, open concept, 2 bedroom, 2bath, overlooking hole #2 of the golf course, short/long term rentals, 216.440.7879, disoboslay@gmail.com (exp 08-2-24)

FOR RENT: RV PAD & FULL HOOKUP - May 1st - Oct 1st . 326 Plantation Dr on Golf Course.

FOR SALE OR RENT: RV Port 403 Plantation Dr $190K , Furnished Suite, A/C, sm kitchen, powder rm, W/D, Shed, new roof in ‘18, 302-893-7640 (exp 06-21-24)

FOR SALE: 811 Plantation Drive - $540,000 Spacious open concept, closed-in side porch. 3 BR, 2 Bath, 2 closed-in garage under air, most furniture included. 2,700sf. Call 321-745-0064 (exp 06-21-24)

Funny Thing Is… Retire and

Work Harder!

Retirement means you can finally relax and take it easy after all those decades of hard work, doesn’t it? So how come you hear so many retirees saying “I’ve never worked harder in my life.” If that’s true, and you are getting less money, what were you thinking?

Consider this. You wake up the first morning after retirement, roll over and look at your partner through all those years and your first thought is, “I’m going to help her out around here.” When she wakes up that first morning and looks at you her first thought is, “How am I going to get anything done with him around here? ” You head into the kitchen to make her the cup of coffee she drinks to start each day, but you have no idea how she takes it. You brew the best pot of coffee you ever made, and you proudly deliver what you think should be the new featured flavor at Starbucks. Now did you ever see that movie The Exorcist? Remember where the little girl’s head spins completely around and she throws up pea soup? Same visual. She thinks you are trying to poison her but in reality you probably just invented an inexpensive way to kill roaches without even trying.

After she recovers it’s time to get to work on all those home projects you’ve been so anxious to get to. Thinking you are helping you proclaim that “we are going to finally organize this place.” Way to go. You just insulted her and everything she did for the

last three decades in perfecting her domain that YOU are now invading. Now you’re on a roll. What are you going to do next? You decide to make it up to her by getting frisky. You may want to look at yourself in the mirror first because you’ve never been a morning person and right now you look like the thing Dr. Frankenstein brought back to life. Talk about a bad hair day! To avoid this encounter she decides to assign you dozens of little odd jobs to keep you distracted. It’s called a “Honey Do” list but really it’s a “Honey Don’t” list, as in “Honey don’t touch me until you take a shower!” You quickly finish each task and to her frustration immediately report in, only to be assigned another, then another, and so on. By the end of the day you didn’t get what you really wanted and are too tired to even want it anymore. Wow, you’ve never worked so hard in your life have you? Maybe you should call your old boss and see if you can get your job back. At least HE might give you a bonus!

-Dr. Sammy

We Need Your Food & Clothing Donations

Bill and Lynda Shaw are residents here in TGO and they have tirelessly invested their time to help the less fortunate. Both Bill and Lynda work closely with the TGO Church and are always on the lookout for donations of food and clothing to support their program of helping the needy. They have built a solid network of charitable organizations in Titusville, who make sure your donations are distributed to the people for whom they were intended.

“If

it’s wearable, edible or usable... we’ll take it.”

lf you’ve been looking for a reason to clean out your closets or storage areas, now is a good time. With a simple phone call, Bill and Lynda will be at your door to pick up the donated goods.

Your donation will definitely make someone’s day - and you’ll feel great about helping out.

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ON-SITE BUSINESS & SERVICES

ACTIVITIES OFFICE - Logo Items

Inside the Hobbyland Building

Carmella Zielinski • 321-289-0150

BLUE HERON RESTAURANT

321-385-9100

Sunday - Saturday: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

Lunch and Dinner or Take-Out Food

Website: www.blueheronrestaurant.org

THE CAFÉ at the Blue Heron Restaurant

321-385-9100

Entrance Door just past Golf Shop Door

Convenient Breakfast and Lunch

Sunday - Saturday: 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

CSA OFFICE - 321-268-9767

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Closed 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

100 D Plantation Drive

EAGLE’S PRIDE - 321-383-0288

RV Parts, Service and Supplies

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Closed Weekends • eaglespriderv.com@yahoo. com

EAGLE’S PRIDE RV SALES - 321-383-4495

Consignment RV Sales Lot

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Closed Sunday • sales@eaglespriderv.com

GUARD GATE - 321-383-2004

Call to alert Courtesy Patrol about any TGO community problem. Call to request assistance from CSA On-Site Maintenance.

GOLFCARTS UNLIMITED - 321-268-4882

Club Car - EZ-GO - HDK - Yamaha Sales, Service and Rentals

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday: 9:00 am - noon • Closed Sunday

MAIL CENTER - 321-269-1666

Monday - Friday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Saturday: 10:00 am - 12 noon mail@tgocsa.com

THE MANOR - 321-264-2393

Plantation Manor Office

145 Plantation Drive, Titusville, FL 32780 manor@tgocsa.org

MASSAGE THERAPY - 321-302-9885

Therese S. Brown, LMT

Monday - Friday • Call for Appointment

NATURE CENTER

Open Every Day: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

400 Nature Center Trail

www.NatureCenteratTGO.org

PROPANE SALES - 321-268-9767

M-F: 8:30, 9:30, 10:30, or 11:30

Call the CSA Office for Appointment Payment by Cash or Check Only

TGO GOLF SHOP - 321-269-5524

Tee Times, Apparel and Equipment

Sunday - Saturday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Website: www.thegreatoutdoorsgolf.com

TGO REALTY, INC. - 321-269-5004

Welcome Center • Resort Sales and Rentals

Personal Storage Unit Rentals

Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Saturday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Sunday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

TRIMMERS SALON - 321-383-9198 Hair & Spa Services - Men and Women Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday - Monday

VISITOR ACCESS - 321-383-8802

Call or send an e-mail to guest@tgocsa.org to arrange a Guest Pass for a visitor.

THE HAPPENINGS

Open Monday - Friday • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm • 100D Plantation Drive

The Great Outdoors Community Services Association (CSA) publishes The Happenings for the information and enjoyment of its members and their guests. The CSA assumes no liability for any information, omission or inadvertent error contained herein; or injury or damage resulting from the use of this information. The ideas, opinions, suggestions, classified ads, and commercial ads are to be used at the reader’s discretion. The CSA and group or individual contributors do not signify any approval, authentication, or endorsement by inclusion in this publication.

For advertising rates or editorial information, contact The Happenings: Happenings@tgocsa.com

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