SAWBLADE Karl: I think being an outsider is a HUGE benefit. I am coming in with a new perspective and understanding of what our guests see and feel. Roger: How was the move here been? Karl: It was been busy to say the least. Between getting the kids in college in 3 different states, Moving from Sarasota and putting our house up for sale and then selling it within 30 day and my partner being successfully transferred.
MEET SAWMILL’S NEW GM “I ALWAYS STARTED AT THE BOTTOM AND WORKED MY WAY TO THE TOP.” In the past weeks Sawmill has brought a new member on board his name is Karl Allen the new general manager. The change comes with great excitement. His “never fail” mentality is going to be a great contribution to Sawmill and is already reflecting. Karl’s well rounded business savvy background will also have a dramatic impact to the success here. He has worked in financing, hospitality, and advertising which are all involved with his position here. Earlier this week I sat down to talk with him about his experience here so far. here’s a little bit of our conversation. Roger: Karl, could you tell Sawmill’s members a little about yourself? Karl: Well, I’m 38 was raised outside of Nashville, TN. I worked in advertising for 16 years in
Nashville, TN and in Jackson, MS. My partner David and I have been together for over 7 years, We have 3 children (David’s biological) and thankfully all of them will be in college soon. Roger: What have you been up to? Karl: Honestly, I have been learning the dynamics here and meeting with the employees. Roger: So....Did you ever come to Sawmill before starting your new job? Karl: Yes. my partner and I started coming here about 2 years ago when we had an motor home. It was great coming from the bible belt to find a place in the South where you were free to be yourself, hold your partner’s hand without stares. Roger: Very true..now that your here with us what do you think you’re going to bring to Sawmill?
Roger: I have one more question. What is your greatest accomplishment? Karl: I guess I am lucky because I don’t just have one. I think my determination in my careers has been a tremendous accomplishment because it got me to where I’m at today. In all my positions I always started at the bottom and worked my way to the top. We always thought about moving here when the kids where in college and now I am here to really be a part of this place I am very excited. My true greatest accomplishment though is finding a good man and having a wonderful relationship with someone I respect and love. A great man to talk to and to learn from. Since the meeting changes are starting to roll out. Sawmill is now offering annual passes for 120.00 (that’s 10.00 a month!!!!). We can all say that this is change welcomed. Thanks Karl.
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You can see Michael Brandon at Sawmill Resort during the Salute to Folsom Weekend as a special guest plus hosting the BeerBusts! Make your reservations today for Salute to Folsom Weekend (Friday Sept 14th - 16th)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 17TH, 2012 BREAKFAST
8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
SPLASH!
POOL: Clothing Optional Pool
8:00 AM to 12:00 AM
SPLASH!
DINNER SOCIAL: Chicken or Pork Chop Only $8.50
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
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SWIM SUITE DRAG QUEEN BINGO and 50/50 Win Prizes! Hosted by Dédé T.Sommers. FREE Bingo CARDS or $5 Bingo CARDS Donation for Orlando Pride.
8:00 PM
WOODY’S
LINEDANCING: with Butch
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
COURTYARD
DANCE PARTY: with DJ Dexter
9:00 PM to CLOSE
WOODY’S
LAST CALL: Kitchen Closes
11:00 PM
SPLASH!
BREAKFAST
8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
SPLASH!
POOL: Clothing Optional Pool
8:00 AM to 12:00 AM
SPLASH!
Sawmills famous STEAK OUT
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
SPLASH!
LINEDANCING: with Butch
9:00 PM-12:00 AM
COURTYARD
DANCE PARTY: with DJ Dexter
9:00 PM to CLOSE
WOODY’S
11:00 PM
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10:30 PM
SPLASH!
BREAKFAST
8:00 AM to 12:00 AM
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POOL OPENS: Clothing Optional Pool
8:00 AM to 12:00 AM
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Sawmill’s famous STEAK OUT
5:00 PM-8:00 PM
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HAPPY HOUR
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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BEARAOKE with Cubby KJ Pat
9:00 PM - 12:00 PM
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LAST CALL: Kitchen Closes
10:30 PM
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MAIN EVENT
Body Paint Contest LAST CALL: Kitchen Closes
SUNDAY, AUGUST 19TH, 2012
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August 24 :: Hanky Spanky Weekend All leather and levi groups welcomed to enter! BeerBusts Friday and Saturday plus Leather Vers Cowboys Contest Karaoke Sunday. August 31 :: Labor Day Muscle Worship Don’t miss Florida’s largest Labor Day Celebration! Themed The Labors Of Hercules enjoy the biggest men in Gay Adult Entertainment. A guaranteed sell out weekend! RSVP NOW! Sawmill DIVA’s present DREAMGIRLS! September 7 :: Boot, Scoot & Boys Featuring the Country Bear Jamboree! ‘Cause you can’t keep a good HO-down! Join us as Sawmill goes “a little bit country”. Our own TEXAS STYLE Bar-B-Q September 14 :: SALUTE TO FOLSOM It’s the weekend before the world famous San Francisco Folsom Street Festival and America’s First Gay Community kicks off with a salute of our own! Don’t Miss it! PLUS the Mid Florida Leather SIR/boy 2013 Contest. BeerBusts Featuring Leather PORN STAR Michael Brandon! September 21 :: STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL RED AND WILD. Pie Contest. Red and Wild Outfit Contest. SAWMILL DIVA’S STRAWBERRY SHOW! September 28 :: BARE AS YOU DARE SEASON FINALE Body Paint & Anatomies’ Contest and much more! October 5 :: Orlando Pride Weekend Celebrate O-town PRIDE with transportation to and from the events, floats and parties! October 12 :: CAMPY CAMP FALLing Over Each Other This is a special 21 to 35 year old geared event although anyone over 21 is welcome. Roast marshmallows, tell ghost stories and meet the hunky camp counselors! October 19 :: Walking Dead Halloween Weekend Part 1 America’s biggest gay Halloween celebration. Events includes The Walking Dead Haunted House, a fantastic Halloween Parade , costume
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contest and our new ZOMBIE Dance Party. RSVP NOW! Always a sell-out! October 26 :: Walking Dead Halloween Weekend Part 2 One weekend is not enough to celebrate the biggest gay Halloween party in the state of Florida! November 2 :: MISS SAWMILL 2013 CONTEST Sponsor by Sofonda Cox. $3000.00 in prizes including a $1000.00 Cash Prize. November 9 :: Hibernation Starring the Backwoods Bears. Join Bear Groups from all over Florida invade Sawmill for fun in the woods! A not-to-be-missed weekend! November 16:: Tongue and Groove ALL GIRL Weekend At Sawmill The ladies take-over Sawmill, while the men take-over Parliament House Resort. November 22 :: Thanksgiving STUFFED November 30 :: TBA December 7 :: TBA December 14 :: The OFFICIAL End of the Gay World - WHITE PARTY! Our year long celebration of the REBIRTH of Sawmill comes to a close. If the Mayans are right and 12/21/12 will mark the end of time... why NOT be at Sawmill and go OUT with a BANG in the woods with our official White Party brought to you by AL and CHUCK of ALandCHUCK.travel! December 21 :: Christmas December 28 :: New Years-Did We Survive The End Of The World? GOOD! Then dance bitches cause the Mayans were wrong! Starting December 28th, you’ll have 5 days/4 nights to celebrate as New Years Eve is MONDAY NIGHT! America’s largest gay fireworks spectacular, our own 2nd Annual Rose Parade with floats and walking units, tremendous parties and so much more! RSVP NOW! Sure to be a complete sell-out!
SAWMILL AT SEA CRUISE Join Sawmill at Sea and over 1000 Guest already booked!
December 2 - 9, 2012 from Miami. Enjoy a Bon Voyage Party at Sawmill on December 1 then FREE BUS transfers to the pier in Miami with free week long parking at Sawmill
(You pay $75 for bus transfers and then are refunded the morning you board the coach at Sawmill). Your 8
day cruise to Nassau (Atlantis Resort) & Paradise Island, St Thomas & St John, San Juan, Grand Turk in the Turks & Caicos will include the largest gathering of LOGO TV stars in history plus rates from $449 include two complimentary cocktail parties, a Sawmill members special dinner and photograph. Go to Lucy’s now for information and registration. It takes just a $250 deposit!
*Events and scheduled performers are subject to change.
We would like to thank Peter and Frank for their support in helping us acquire the pool chairs do to the donation from their contacts at Integrity Toys of the RuPaul dolls. Frank and Peter have also donated pages in their magazine during charity events and have been tireless proponents and ambassadors to bring new people to visit Sawmill that had never been before. Beside holding several model searches of which the winners have already graced the pages and covers of their superb magazine, they also enjoy spending as much free-time as their schedule allows on the campgrounds. Frank, Peter and What’s Happening Magazine are not just adverting for Sawmill - they are a part of our community that have proven their support time and time again!