2011 - Reflections End-of-Spring

A Reflection of Life in Lake Naomi & Timber Trails www.LakeNaomiClub.com

2011 Capital Enhancement Dollars at work at Club Beach End-of-Spring 2011 WHAT’S INSIDE Membershare Referral Program ........... 2 Summer Entertainment at the LNCH. 3 Memorial Day Weekend Schedule ....... 4 LN-TT Fine Arts and Crafts Show ........... 5 New Fitness Classes ................................ 6 Swim Team Update ................................ 7 Tennis “Club Championship” Tournament ....................... 8 RC Laser Fleet Summer Races ............. 9 Bass Tournament. 11 Guided Nature Walks .................... 11

For years Club Members and their families have had the opportunity to enjoy a limited amount of food and beverage at Club Beach. This year, with the enhancement of the Boat House Café (former Club Beach Cafe) and Duster Bar, the tradition will carry on with some great additions. First Members will be able to dine outside on the newly landscaped paver patio with new tables and shade umbrellas to take a break from the sun. Or dine inside in the renovated dining area where the game room once was located. Also located inside is a frozen yogurt bar where you can choose your favorite flavor of frozen yogurt and add a variety of toppings to create the ultimate frozen delight. Wait staff will be on hand to take your order and deliver your food at your inside/outside table or you can place your order at the inside window. The Boat House Cafe will specialize in freshly made pizzas, salads and sandwiches along with the traditional burgers and those fried temptations. The remodeled Duster Bar will offer your favorite beer, mixed drink or frozen specialty drink.

The game room has been relocated to the Owaissa Room so kids still have the opportunity to take a break from the sun and play their favorite video games. The old fitness room has been transformed into a Wi-Fi lounge that will have something for all ages. Members can enjoy an early coffee and muffin while surfing the web or reading the newspaper.

Three flat screen TV’s have been added so you can watch your favorite show or sporting event. The Recreation Department will have scheduled events in the new lounge with Wii and Xbox tournaments or a teen night featuring a cappuccino bar for the teens to just hang out and make new friends.

The Boat House Café will be open on weekends starting Memorial Day weekend and the Duster Bar is scheduled to open for the June 25th Summer Opening Weekend.

Lake Naomi – Timber Trails Fine Arts and Crafts Show

Dear Fellow Members: It is time to remind the Community that the Activities Committee is once again hosting our second Juried Lake Naomi-Timber Trails Arts and Crafts Show on Saturday, August 6th. It will held in the Community Center from 10:00 AM 4:00 PM. Our show is going to have many wonderful artisans again this year. The money that is raised will be given to the Top of the Mountain Ecumenical Food Pantry again this year. Last year we presented a check to the food pantry for $4,100 because of your support. We are hoping to repeat the generous gift this year.

We do have a new name this year which was given to us by our vendors last year. They felt that the show had such high quality artisans that we needed to call ourselves a “fine” arts and crafts show. So we will now be called “Lake Naomi-Timber Trails Fine Arts and Crafts Show”. We plan on living up to that distinction and we will continue to make this show even better than we had last year.

It will once again take all the Members in this Community to make the day a success. I know that we can count on you to support this event so please be sure to mark it on your calendar, Saturday, August 6th, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. You will be hearing more from us and remember that the event is just for our Members but we will also welcome your guests as we did last year. Carol Kehler, Activities Committee Chairperson

In Memoriam John T. Bryan of New York, New York and Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania July 30, 2010 Member since 1980 John L. Rumpf of Southampton, Pennsylvania and Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania March 17, 2011 Member since 1980 Judith Nenner of New York, New York and Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania May 2, 2011 Member since 1987

Share your Special Celebrations

The Club would like to enhance Reflections to include announcements from our Members who are celebrating life’s milestones. If you or a member of your family has an anniversary, special birthday, wedding announcement, birth announcement or any other celebration you would like to share with your friends at Lake Naomi and Timber Trails please contact Communications Manager Laura Altemose at laltemose@lakenaomiclub.com or by phone at 570-646-9191.

“Reflections” Published by LAKE NAOMI CLUB Route 423 Post Office Box T Pocono Pines, PA 18350 570-646-9191 www.LakeNaomiClub.com BOARD OF TRUSTEES Brian Drum Stephen J. Harker James B. Hyatt Anna C. McAleer Connell J. McGill Robert S. Mills, Jr. Brian J. Snyder Robert A. Jones, Jr. General Manager Jeffrey M. Evans, MCM, CCM, PCAM Executive Vice President Emeritus Laura M. Altemose Marketing Manager/Reflections Editor

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We want your Pictures

Now that the camera shooting season is about to get into high gear remember the Membership/ Marketing Committee would like to see more pictures of Club Members enjoying their favorite Lake Naomi-Timber Trails Amenity. Often Members have the best opportunity to get sensational shots during the events while the staff is busy supervising the activities and thus have limited time to take pictures. So carry your cameras with you and don’t miss that shot!

We are always looking for great pictures for Reflections, Lake Naomi-Timber Trails Promotions, the Annual Calendar and the Club’s website. Throughout the next few months submit your photos to Laura Altemose, Communications Manager, at the Administrative Office. After the 2012 calendar is developed, Members will have the opportunity to vote for their four favorite calendar pictures. Each winner will be awarded 50 Club Dollars. We will be showing off some of the entries in future Reflections and on the website. Pictures that are submitted become the property of Lake Naomi Club and may be used in future promotions. On your behalf, the Club plans on participating in some of the area photo contests (PA Fish Commission, Pocono Record) where your picture may be submitted. If your picture wins you would receive the prize while Lake Naomi – Timber Trails will be showcased. If you want your picture to be considered for the 2012 annual calendar, we’ll need the picture or digital file by September 15th, 2011. Digital file size does make a difference when using a picture for print. The resolution needs to be 300 dpi. Many pictures that were submitted last year were too small. A lower resolution picture can be converted however then the picture size gets smaller. You can upload your pictures in the Online Office of the Members Section of www.LakeNaomiClub.com .

Membership Referral Program

Over the years a variety of Referral Programs have been the Mike DiJulia best source of new property owners and thus new Club Members.

The Club is pleased that the five Real Estate Agencies that specialize in the sale of real estate in the Lake Naomi and Timber Trails Community – Century 21 Select Group, Lake Naomi Real Estate, MountainLife Real Estate, Reality Executives and RE/MAX Real Estate – have all agreed to participate in the “MemberShare” Referral Program. Participation in this program is very easy. First, think of the people you know who enjoy the same high quality leisure lifestyle – your friends, family or colleagues at work. Then, choose the most convenient way for you to introduce them to the Lake Naomi Club. Simply fill out the Referral Registration form online at www.LakeNaomiClub.com or utilize a Referral Registration Card or call the Administrative Office at 570-646-9191. We will be happy to send your referral a membership packet which includes the Lake Naomi Club DVD, LNC brochure, summer activities calendar and a LNC Calendar.

When a Member’s Referral purchases property in Lake Naomi or Timber Trails and JOINS THE CLUB, the Member will receive five hundred Club Dollars. These Club Dollars can be utilized toward Membership Fees or can be transferred to a stored value card which can be used at most of the amenities. A great feature of the “MemberShare” Referral Program is that the Referring Member has the option of transferring all or part of the Club Dollars to the New Member.

If you need assistance in any way, please do not hesitate to contact the Administrative Office. Support your Club and Community, be sure to refer a Prospective Member today.

Remember the Membershare Referral program also includes Temporary Members.

When your referral purchases their Temporary Membership, you will be rewarded 25 Club Dollars for each week your referral purchases their Temporary Membership with a maximum of 100 Club Dollars per referral. To qualify for the Club Dollars the person you refer must be totally new to the Lake Naomi Club and the referral card must be turned into the Administrative Office before the temporary membership is purchased.

Newspaper Service Returns

The Sunday Newspaper service, featuring the New York Times, Philadelphia Inquirer, Star Ledger and Pocono Record, returns to the Clubhouse Sunday, June 26th for the 2011 summer season. Limited newspapers will be on sale each Sunday beginning at 9:00 AM through September 4, 2011 . In order to guarantee Members the availability of newspapers, the Club is offering a pre-payment option. To take advantage of this offer, visit www.LakeNaomiClub.com to sign up for the newspaper service online by June 8th. The Sunday Newspaper Service form is located in the Online Sign-up of the Members Section. Forms are also available at the Community Center and Administrative Office.

Welcome Back Party

Welcome back…to what made you first fall in love with Lake Naomi. Whether you’re an “old-timer” from the 50’s and 60’s or a “newcomer” from the 2000’s, come reunite with your old friends and make new ones at the kickoff event of another great season on Saturday, June 11, 2011. Mingle with the pros and become acquainted with the various amenities Lake Naomi has offered.

Join us for a specialty cocktail menu, highlighting drinks from the past decades, at 6:30 PM. Let our culinary team dazzle you with a mix of delicious assorted passed hors d’ oeuvres with something for everyone! Our dinner will start with an elegant mixed green salad with sweet and tart dried fruit finished with a white balsamic and watermelon vinaigrette. The buffet will feature popular entrees from the 1950’s- 2000’s, including carved Steamship of Beef with assorted mustard and horseradish sauces, Chicken Coq au Vin, Blackened Fish, Seafood Jambalaya and a baked potato station where you can build your own baked potato with traditional toppings. Our vegetarian item will be vegetable couscous and red quinoa. We’ll finish the dinner with an amazing dessert created by Chef Will. Entertainment will be provided by DJ, “The Son”, who will be spinning tunes from all the decades beginning at 8 PM. So bring your family, friends and neighbors for a fun night of dinner and dancing! See the Welcome Back Party flyer online for more details, $35 adult inclusive and cash bar available. Please make your reservations by June 8th at the Community Center or online in the Online Sign-up found in the Members section of www.LakeNaomiClub.com. Hope to see you there.

Summer Entertainment at the Clubhouse

Summer entertainment at the Clubhouse will begin Saturday, July 2nd and will continue through Labor Day Weekend. We have many new great performers lined up this Summer, including some of your favorites from past years along with some new ones you are sure to enjoy. On most Friday nights from 9:00 PM through Midnight solo performers and duos will be playing in the Bar area. For variety magnificent D.J.’s will also be featured. Saturday night entertainment consists of three to five piece bands in the Dining Room for your dancing pleasure.

Please watch for flyers and emails for more information on upcoming dates.

New this year every Wednesday in August from 7 PM to 9 PM there will be music on Club Beach. Join us Wednesday August 3rd through Wednesday, August 31st to savor the warm summer nights at the Duster Bar with your favorite drink, good music and great friends. See the Weekly Flyer for more information.

BYOB at LNCH

With more and more people becoming Wine Connoisseurs and Collectors, the Club understands that there are occasions when you would like to bring in that special bottle of wine that you’ve been saving to share with your guests. So the Club is now offering a BYOB program. Please let Clubhouse Management know if you are planning to Bring Your Own Bottle and we can address any concerns you may have. Members can either bring their wine into the Clubhouse a few days in advance or upon arriving for their dinner reservations and we will take care of the rest from storing, presentation and service. There will be a minimal corkage fee of $15 per bottle for this service.

Reservations at the Clubhouse

We strongly recommend making reservations for the Main Dining Room at the Clubhouse. Reservations may be made anytime by leaving a message by phone at 570- 646-2866 or send an email to Clubhouse@lakenaomiclub.com. If you would like a confirmation of your reservation, please let us know on your message. In order to be fair, the Club cannot accept standing reservations or window seat reservations. Reservations will be held for fifteen minutes past the reserved time. After that grace period your name will be put on the waiting list for seating. Reservations for parties of more than eight may not always be able to be accommodated.

Reservations are not accepted for the Grill Room or Deck area.

Kindly Note: Club Members and Guests should wear appropriate attire when dining at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse. Gentlemen and young men 16 and older must wear a collared shirt or comparable dress shirt at all times. In the event of questionable attire, the decision of the Clubhouse Management will be final.

Sunday Breakfast Buffet

The LNCH will be serving Sunday Brunch from June 26th through September 11th. The famous breakfast buffet will include: selections of freshly made pastries and breakfast bread; made-to-order omelets with all your favorite toppings; belgian waffles, french toast, pancakes with whipped cream, cherries, maple syrup and chocolate sauce; breakfast sausage links, applewood smoked bacon; sausage gravy and country biscuits; crispy hash brown potatoes; fresh fruit salad; three different fruit juices along with a cereal station for the kids. Coffee, decaf and assorted hot teas are included in the buffet price. Champagne Mimosas and Peter’s signature Bloody Marys can be purchased for only $3.00. All this and more for only $13.50 ++ per Adult and $7.50 ++ for children ages 4-12. Children 3 and under eat for free. Please call 570646-2866, or e-mail your reservation to Clubhouse@LakeNaomiClub.com.

If you would like to reserve Sunday newspapers for the season, please sign up online at www.LakeNaomiClub. com in the Online Office of the Members Section or fill out a form that is available at the Community Center or the Administrative Office.

Lunch Available Six Days

Beginning Saturday, June 18th the Lake Naomi Clubhouse will be serving Lunch every day with the exception of Tuesday throughout the summer from 12:00 Noon to 3:00 PM. Please join us on the deck or in the Grill Room and let Chef Will and his team dazzle you with our New Lunch Summer Menu plus our daily specials. The Grill Room bar will also be open. Please see Leisure Service Guide for appropriate attire.

Clubhouse Hours

For the Spring Season March 17th through June 18th.

Thursdays 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM Fridays and Saturdays 5:30 PM– 10:00 PM Sundays Breakfast 9:00 AM to 12 Noon.

Cooking Demo

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Memorial Day Weekend Schedule of Events Saturday, May 28th

Running Extravaganza registration begins at 8:00 AM Flag Raising Ceremony by Pocono Mountain Lions Club Color Guard and Special Guest from the PA National Guard.

Held at the Flag Pole outside the Community Center 12:00 Noon BBQ Buffet 12:00 Noon – 4:00 PM Live music by Time Line 12:00 Noon – 5:00 PM Family Fun Olympics 1:00-4:00 PM Also going on throughout the day at the Community Center: moon bounce, face painting, kids craft tables and climbing wall.

Sunday, May 29th

Timber Trails Memorial Day Golf Tournament Call the Golf Center to register and sign-up for a tee time Memorial Day Sailing Regatta 12 Noon at Club Beach Tennis Season Kickoff Round Robin 2:00 – 4:00 PM at Lake Naomi Tennis Center 22ndAnnual Family Dinner Hosted by the Sailing Association 5:00 PM cash bar, 6:00 PM buffet dinner LNCH Main Dining Room (pre-registration required) Timber Trails Pool Open Saturday, Sunday & Monday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Club Beach Open Saturday, Sunday & Monday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Boat House Cafe Open Saturday, Sunday & Monday 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM

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28th Independence Day Community Picnic

Make plans now for the big Independence Day Celebration at Club Beach set for Sunday, July 3rd from Noon to 6:00 PM. As always, there will be a large variety of picnic foods and refreshments from our “Kids Soda Bar” and, for the oldest, our new “Duster Bar” with signature frozen drinks, assorted draft beer, wine and martinis. This lakeside cookout is a perfect chance to relax on the beach while enjoying live entertainment by “Blend” from 12:00 Noon – 5:30 PM. The day will begin at Noon with a flag raising ceremony and the fun will continue with games and activities for kids of all ages throughout the day.

Lake Naomi - Timber Trails Breast Cancer Rally

LN-TT Breast Cancer Rally - Ladies’ Golf Tournament Hello to our wonderful friends and supporters.

We are just weeks away from our Summer Season and a few short months away from our Rally on July 27th for tennis and July 28th for golf. We continue to thank everyone for last year’s success and look forward to another year of great participation and enthusiasm.

Also, a reminder, we are looking for people as well as advertisers to sponsor holes and courts. In addition, we are always in need of helpers...people to solicit or “beg” as we fondly call it, and others to simply help in the operation area.

Thanking you in advance for thinking of us. We want to help those women who are fighting the ravages of Breast Cancer. Your participation will be greatly appreciated... and here’s to making 2011 our best year ever!

Please contact us at your earliest convenience. We will soon be holding our first organizational meeting at the Community Center.

Looking forward to a great event again, Pocono Pines Community Marjorie Seger.... Missmarjoriesue@aol.com Association Annual Meeting Eileen Chimerine Eileenpt@aol.com Saturday – July 16, 2011 Holly Lehrer Hollylehrer@comcast.net Lake Naomi Clubhouse

Take the Time to Review the LSG

Please note the new location “Hello Mr. Lake, thank you for dining with Social – 10:00 AM us tonight! Could you please change into a Meeting – 10:30 AM collared shirt?”

“Good afternoon Mrs. Naomi, we hope you’re enjoying the weather. Could you skip this hole and pick up the pace a little?”

“Good morning Mr. Timber, we have your court reservation all set, but hasn’t your guest visited us more than ten times this year?”

Yuck. These sorts of exchanges happen every day and are sometimes followed by a less than pleasant discourse. This would be a great time to review the Guidelines set by the Club in your 2011 Leisure Service Guide.

With so much of our training efforts focused on courtesy, friendliness, service and sincere hospitality, enforcing the Club’s Guidelines by our Team Members is, by far, the most awkward and difficult aspect of the business. Why is this? It’s simple. The Club doesn’t recruit enforcers. We recruit those who can deliver a wonderful serviceoriented experience with a pleasant demeanor. Striving for service excellence, while asking the same people to police our Members and their guest’s behavior, is counterintuitive and causes confusion with the Team Members, going against the grain of what our Management Team emphasizes and communicates.

Are guidelines at a private club important? Yes. Without them everyone is unhappy; with them 5% are unhappy. Rules are not made to satisfy everyone, but the majority, as they address issues for the masses. To help our Team Members provide a better experience for you and your guests, take a moment and familiarize yourself with the Club’s guidelines in your 2011 Leisure Service Guide. Also, if one of our Team Members finds themselves in the difficult position of explaining a guideline to you, please be patient and understand just how incredibly awkward this is for the person on the other side of the counter. If you have any questions regarding reasoning or logic behind a rule, please don’t hesitate to contact Robert Jones via email at rjones@lakenaomiclub.com or by phone at 570, 646-9191 ext.

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Klub Day Camps

Square Dancing

Love to square dance? Want to learn how to square dance? Mark your calendar! Club Members are invited to do-sa-do at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse on Friday, May 20th and Friday, June 17th. The square dancers will be promenading at the Community Center on Friday, July 15th and Friday, August 19th.

Swing your partner from 8:00-10:00 PM each night. Member John Kaltenthaler will be calling for these events.

Book Club

ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE CORNER

Sign up now for this summer’s Day Camps!

Camp will run from Monday, June 27th through Friday, August 19th. Lake Naomi Club’s Camps offer way more than just a summer day care service. Each child will learn, grow and have fun through a carefully planned, age appropriate curriculum that encourages them to build relationships, make positive choices and develop skills. The camps are organized into three main programs: Kub Klub is available to those Members and guests who are 3 years of age and pot potty trained (No pullups or diapers will be accepted.) This Klub runs Tuesday Dan Tabor through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. Kub Klub will have a variety of activities including but not limited to block play, circle activities, dramatic play, outdoor activities and story time. A morning snack is included with this camp.

Kids Klub is available to those Members and guests who are entering pre-kindergarten through eighth grade in the 2011-2012 school year. This Klub runs Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. Kids Klub incorporates a myriad of fun activities including arts and crafts, sports, outdoor nature activities and field trips to other Lake Naomi venues such as the tennis center, golf course, swimming pools and beaches. A morning snack is included with this camp.

Afternoon Klub is available to those Members and guests who are entering kindergarten through eighth grade in the 2011-2012 school year. This Klub runs Monday through Friday, 12:00 Noon to 3:00 PM. Afternoon Klub is comprised of a camper registering for one activity or subject. This subject will be explored in a variety of activities and games that are designed to increase the child’s proficiency or knowledge. Please note there are grade restrictions with some subjects. Lunch is included with this camp.

For more information about all of our camps, check out the Club’s Day Camp Catalog or call Camp Director Amnee Hijazi or Operations Manager Tim Brooks at the Community Center (570) 646-8585.

The Book Club meets regularly on the second Monday of the month at 1:00 PM at the Community Center and is always open to new participants. Everyone is welcome – even if you haven’t read the book. The discussions talk about the book, writing style and if it was favorable to everyone’s tastes, but does not give the plot away. This is a great way to get introduced to a variety of books that you may never have looked at otherwise.

If you have questions please call Vilma Zabaleta 646-7259. The upcoming books and dates for the book club are as follows: June 13 –“Lethal Rhythm” by Peter R Kowey, MD. This author is a Club Member. We have invited Dr. Kowey and his wife to join us for a pot-luck lunch on this day. Please contact Vilma if you plan on attending.

July 11 – “Cutting Stone” by Abraham Verghese August 8 – “Unbroken – A World War II Story of Survival, Resiliency, & Redemption” by Laura Hilldebrand

Annual Ladies’ Luncheon

This year’s Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, July 12, 2011 beginning with cocktails at 11:30 AM with one seating offered. Reservations will be accepted for Members only starting June 1st. If space is available after June 12th, reservations will be opened to guests of an attending Member. Call the Community Center to reserve your space.

The Activities Committee is proud to invite you to experience the romance and the mystery of days gone by. As we step back in time with our guest speaker Amy Ronai of Int2retro. Amy will present a selection of nostalgic retro and antique jewelry and accessories to be modeled by our very own “classy ladies”. In addition there will be displays set up for browsing and purchasing one of a kind pieces, retro designer accessories and bags from 1900 to 1980.

Our models will demonstrate how these magnificent pieces can be worn with everyday attire or formal wear. For the frivolous or the demure this will be a fun filled informative presentation. Peter and Chef Will have been planning a wonderful culinary experience to be enjoyed by all. This year the bar will also feature delicious tropical drinks. Don’t Miss Out!

Men’s Luncheon

Join us on June 24th at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse for the Sixteenth Annual Men’s Luncheon. Chef Will and his team are sure to delight your senses with a delicious luncheon accompanied by plenty of free beer. Join us for this popular event for a fun and relaxing afternoon with the boys. See the registration flyer at the Community Center or signup online at www.LakeNaomiClub.com.

55 Alive/Mature Driving Course

The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) will be hosting a 55 Alive/Mature Driving Refresher Course at the Lake Naomi Club this summer. The four-hour classroom defensive-driving course is for drivers age 50 and older who have previously completed the full course. It will be held at the Community Center on Tuesday, July 19th from 1:00 - 4:00 PM. Interested registrants can sign up at the Community Center beginning June 1st. Cost is $12 for AARP Members and $14 for non-AARP Members which is payable at the class. Registrants should bring their driver’s license, AARP Membership Card, and proof of previous course completion to class.

Hooray, the Summer Calendar is here!

We are happy to report that the Summer Calendars are available both in print and on line to help you chart out your summer adventures. The Summer Calendar is a very large project, requiring various departments and outside contractors to make commitments months in advance. A big thanks to the Operations Division who worked hard all winter to ensure that the Summer Calendar would be issued early again this year.

The Recreation Events and Activities are included in this one-stop listing of all summer activities. We hope that having the calendar and registration packet ahead of time will be a great convenience to Club Members. Refer to the Summer Calendar often in order to maximize your enjoyment of all the Club has to offer.

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Activities Registration

Beginning Saturday, June 4th, registration for summer recreation activities that require pre-registration will be available at the Community Center or online at www.LakeNaomiClub. com. All Recreation programs and special events are listed with descriptions in the Summer Calendar along with a sign-up sheet for you to fill out and turn in to the Community Center (extra copies are available at the Community Center). Fees for activities must be paid at the time of registration.

Register early for events and activities so you don’t miss out on all of the fun.

Waiting lists will be used when a program or trip fills up. Please remember when you are signing up for activities that in order for you to receive a refund you must cancel a minimum of 48 hours in advance and that refunds for recreation activities are not issued until the end of the Summer.

LNC Merchandise

Looking for LNC logoed merchandise? There are several places you can shop for these items throughout the summer. The Golf Proshop, the Tennis Proshop and some aquatics specific items are sold at the Lake Naomi Pool.

The main source for LNC merchandise is the Community Center where items can be purchased year round.

Sweatshirts, tee-shirts, mugs, water bottles, towels, hats and bags are just some of the products available. Purchase some souvenirs for your Guests, birthday presents and more here at the Lake Naomi Club. If you have items you’d like to purchase but do not see for sale please contact Kelly Swingle at kswingle@lakenaomiclub.com. We are always interested in hearing your ideas.

Garden Program

Saturday, April 30th marked the Club’s second annual Earth Day Celebration.

Members of all ages participated in activities such as building of the garden boxes, preparing of the land, seedling preparation and more with the help of the local boy scouts. The garden itself is located on the property to the south of the Community Center.

There continues to be a wonderful response with the addition of 26 more member families acquiring community garden patches. For more details, please contact Kelly Swingle at 570-646-8585.

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New Fitness Classes

The fitness department currently offers classes of all different modalities taught by certified fitness professionals. July and August has even more with the return of Bootcamp and Yoga on the beach and the addition of ZUMBA. Look for a complete schedule at the Community Center. Be sure to sign up 48 hours in advance as space is limited. Remember to purchase your class packages for a savings. Unused classes from last summer expire on June 25, 2011.

The fitness department welcomes your ideas on programs and events that you may like to see brought to our community. Several members have shared their areas of expertise with us. Look for details on these topics thru the year: Weight Loss Challenge – member Richard Nero brings us a program to keep us motivated, energized and satisfied while teaching basic cellular nutrition to fuel a healthy, safe weight loss. Be the “Biggest Loser of LNC” Infant Massage – Barbie Levine will host a class for new moms and their babies on the technique of infant massage, a relaxing and enjoyable bonding experience.

International Folk Dance – Andy Montano offers a movement class that explores the world of folk dancing. No experience needed.

Night Recreation 2011

Featured Fitness Events

Night Recreation is an opportunity for young Don’t forget to sign up for the Members and guests going into the third grade following fitness events… and above to come to the Community Center 5K Run Walk to support our Troops to meet friends and have fun participating in Saturday, May 28 staff supervised activities. This summer there Shaun T Master Class Sunday, July 10 will be some changes to the Night Recreation Youth & Adult Triathlon Program. Instead of signing into a program, Saturday, July 23 participants will be free to come and go as Tour de Naomi they please. The Shuttle Bus (Red Route) will Saturday, August 20 run every hour and can pick up or drop off the Look for the details and registration participants. Recreation staff will be on hand forms for these events at the for a variety of games and activities. Night Community Center.

Recreation will be held every week Monday through Friday from June 27th through August 26th. The game room, multi-purpose room, mezzanine area, outdoor pavilion, outdoor fields and some activity rooms will be available for participants.

Strong Indoor Tennis Season

The 2010-2011 indoor tennis season at the Logan Steel Community Center proved to be the most active yet. In addition to the Men’s Tournament, this season saw the introduction of Mixed Doubles Round Robin Social events.

In hard doubles play during February, the men’s team of Neal McKenna and Don Jones bested the field, finishing the round robin format as champs of this second year tournament. Teams for this tournament were selected at random, consisting of equally weighted player abilities.

New this season was the addition of three Mixed Doubles Round Robin Socials.

Sixteen players per Social participated for an afternoon of fun tennis. Rotation of players provided plenty of interaction as teammates and opponents were changed periodically.

In addition to tennis, participants also enjoyed activities in Wii bowling, platform tennis, table tennis and various other games. The socials were concluded with a delicious dinner being served from the Café staff. Over 25 participants enjoyed these Socials.

Neal McKenna & Don Jones

Attention Boat and Canoe Rack Users!!

Each year the Administrative Office hears from Members concerning boat and canoe/kayak racks that sit empty all season long at locations they have been told are full. If you have secured a boat or canoe/kayak rack for the 2011 season and find that you won’t be using it, please contact the Administrative Office to obtain a refund and make your rack available to another Member. We have Members waiting for racks at many of our beaches and marinas, so please be a good neighbor and relinquish your rack if you know you will not be using it.

Pool Luau

Pool Members, mark Saturday, July 9th on your calendars to attend the always fun and entertaining Pool Luau from 6:30-11:00 PM. The Luau will be RAIN OR SHINE as the venue at Timber Trails Pool allows us to party no matter what the weather. Registrations and payment will be taken beginning Saturday, June 25th at the Lake Naomi Pool. For your convenience you may also sign up online at www.LakeNaomiClub.com now. This exciting evening will include a delicious island fare buffet dinner catered by the Clubhouse, DJ, a cash bar, activities and more all for a minimal $30 per person. Pool Members and eligible Guests are invited. Don’t miss out!

Swim Team Update

Pool Members between the ages of 6 and 18 are invited to the organizational Swim Team Meeting on Monday, June 27th at the Lake Naomi Pool beginning at 9 AM with a practice swim for participants immediately following. All interested swimmers and parents are encouraged to attend. All the necessary registration not already completed online will also be done at that time. If you can not attend the meeting we encourage you to check out the schedule and gear online and submit your registration in advance.

Otherwise participants can talk to the swim team coaches during the first regular week of practice to get caught up for the season.

As always we will be looking for parent volunteers to assist with meets. Those details will also be covered in the meeting. For those of you considering volunteering some time, we thank you in advance.

The registration fee for the swim team program for 2011 is $85 per swimmer. Your coaching staff and swim team program will be supervised by long time swimmers and coaches Jenn Kasper and Lauren Travis. Please feel free to contact Lauren or Jenn beginning June 27th at the Lake Naomi Pool. Prior to the season you may direct your questions to Meredith Sensenig at the Community Center at 570-646-8585 or msensenig@lakenaomiclub.com. We look forward to seeing you at the pool.

Open Water Swimming

Seasoned swimmers, multi-sport enthusiasts or those training for triathlons and/or open water swim events are invited to “open-water swim” in Lake Naomi Saturdays from 6:00 – 7:00 PM on the following dates: July 9, 16, 23 and 30. August 6 & 13.

Those interested in honing their open water swim skills should meet at 5:50 PM at Club Beach to checkin and pay a $2 per swimmer fee.

The one hour open water swim will be from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, weather permitting. A course will be marked with buoys and a lifeguard will be scheduled on the lake dedicated to these swimmers.

Swimmers must wear a bright colored swim cap for this purpose that can be ordered through the Sailing Office on the beach level of the Lake Naomi Clubhouse if needed.

Youth Sports Time is Back!

Pre-Season Tennis

Young Members are invited to play games and sports while at the Lake Naomi Pool on Fridays from July 15th through August 12th at 2:00 PM. Although a general pool rule is balls are not permitted, that is not the case during Youth Sports Time. This is the time to play in and around the pool with the help of the lifeguards and Pool Supervisors. Water basketball, volleyball and other fun games are being planned for good times for our young Members on Fridays this summer.

Tennis Event Registrations

In order to accommodate our Members better at the pool, we are extending the Water Aerobics schedule this year. Both Shallow Water (10:1511:00AM) and Deep Water (11:15AM to Noon) Aerobics will be held Monday through Thursdays, June 27th – August 18th. Neither requires registration prior to the day of class, but Deep Water is only for 14 Members so feel free to come early each day to insure your deep water place. Please contact Meredith Sensenig at msensenig@ lakenaomiclub.com with any questions or suggestions you may have regarding water aerobics.

The Lake Naomi Tennis Center will open in May for pre-season play. Because the Pro Shop and courts are only advertised as open on weekends from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM, we often get questions about how Members can utilize the courts during the times the Pro Shop is not open. Prior to the main summer season, which begins Saturday, June 25th, some of the Lake Naomi Tennis Center courts will be made available for Members to use on a walk on basis. Members may refer to the posting located on the Pro Shop door to find out which courts are available for play. During these times of “walk-on play”, the Pro Shop and additional staff services will not be available, with the exception of restrooms which are open anytime the courts are. Members using the courts must record their use in the sign-in binder provided at the Pro Shop door. Guests must also be signed in each time they play. Members must also follow all dress code and court etiquette guidelines listed on pages 43 and 44 of the 2011 Leisure Service Guide. Members using the courts must be Tennis Members and are reminded that current membership badges are required. Eligible guests are welcome to play, but Members are asked to abide by the Guest usage policy which states Guests are limited to ten visits at the facility each season. The Club wants the Tennis Members to maximize their playing time in the pre-season.

Tennis Event Registration Forms are available online and at The Lake Naomi Tennis Center. Ladies Team Tennis, Adult and Junior “Club Championship” Tournaments, and other events like Wimbledon Strawberries & Cream Round Robin-Social are all available for sign-up with the Tennis Coordinator who is at Tennis Pro Shop on weekends.

The pre-season Pro Shop hours are from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM prior to opening seven days a week from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM for the main summer season beginning Saturday, June 25th. If you will not be in the area in the pre-season you may also call the Pro Shop at 570-646-7580 during the hours above for assistance. The entire 2011 Tennis Events and Tournament Schedule is in the back of the Summer Calendar included in this mailing. These exciting events require early planning, so please include some of these dates on your calendars and register in advance with the Lake Naomi Tennis Center Pro Shop.

Water Aerobics Update

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Breast Cancer Rally at Tennis

As the Club continues their commitment to raising funds for the Breast Cancer Foundation, the tennis community can look forward to another fun tennis day on Wednesday, July 27th which is the day before the golf and dinner events. Mark 9:00 AM on your calendars now for an exciting day planned by the Tennis Committee for a great cause.

Tennis Dress Code

Adult and Junior players are reminded to adhere to the Tennis Dress Code outlined in the 2011 Leisure Service Guide for the Lake Naomi and Timber Trails Tennis facilities: Attire is to be approved Tennis apparel and footwear only, as determined by the Lake Naomi Club. Only sneakers with smooth soles that will not cause damage to the court surface may be worn. Shirts with collars (for men) are a requirement in order to play Tennis at the Lake Naomi or Timber Trails Complexes. Sweaters and sweatshirts without collars and without distracting patterns are permitted. In protecting the integrity of the game, ABSOLUTELY NONE of the following will be permitted: cut-offs, jeans, cargo shorts, boxer shorts, tops exposing the bare midriff, T-shirts or non athletic shorts or pants. In the event of questionable attire, the decision of the Management will be final.

Please make note of this policy to avoid any challenges with honoring your court time.

Proper attire may be purchased at the Lake Naomi Tennis Pro Shop beginning Memorial Day Weekend. If you have questions regarding this policy, please call the Tennis Pro Shop at 570646-7580.

Fireworks

Due to the tremendous danger involved, any and all types of fireworks have been banned from the Lake Naomi-Timber Trails Community. Please be aware that the possession of most fireworks in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is illegal and violators are subject to stiff penalties. There are normally several large approved firework displays in the Pocono Region each year and we’ll give you details and locations in the weekly flyers.

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Tennis Talk

Start your tennis season early! As soon as the full season begins, plan to take advantage of our tennis offerings.

In addition to most of our seasonal adult clinics beginning, we offer the following during “Premier Week”(June 25th – July 2nd).

Begin on Saturday, June 25th with our Strategy/Round Robin Clinic for those players ages 14 and up with Bobby and Richard from 1-2:30 PM. As you move around in a round robin format, two courts will highlight doubles strategy and tactics. A unique clinic which allows you to immediately apply what you learn.

For the juniors on Saturday, June 25th, we will have a Round Robin from 4 to 5:30 PM. See your friends and meet new players. Open to anyone – we will group players according to ability.

Also for the juniors, we offer our Grand Slam Camp, Monday through Thursday, June 27-30 from 3:30-5:30 PM, a great way to get started with the season.

For the 10 and under players, we will have two Quick Start Camps. Quick Start I (for the 3 to 6 year olds), Monday through Thursday from 1:30-2 PM, and Quick Start II (7 to 10 year olds), Monday through Thursday from 2-3 PM. On Friday, July 1st from 4-6pm, and Saturday, July 2nd from 12:30-2:00 PM, we will have for the juniors our Showdown Tournaments. Play in one or both, the Showdowns are one day events with shortened one-set matches in order to play many different players.

Also on Saturday, July 2nd from 2:30-4 PM, we will have the McKee Tennis Staff Round Robin and Demo Day. Come out and try new racquets, grips and strings while playing in a round robin with all the members of the 2011 McKee Tennis Staff.

For the men, we will finish up on July 2nd with the season’s first Backhands and Brews. A new format which allows players to sign up with a partner, or solo (and a partner will be given you), along with a slightly different playing format, as well as a new time from 4-6 PM. You can enroll in most all of our programs online from the Calendar page on the www. lakenaomitennis.com website. You can also call Bobby McKee at 828514-1808, or email: rdm@mckeetennis.com.

“Playing The Sport For A Lifetime At The Club For A Lifetime” Bobby McKee, Tennis Professional

Tennis “Club Championship” Tournaments

The Tennis Committee has met and reviewed your suggestions regarding the Club Championship Tournaments.

All Divisions (Singles, Doubles and Mixed Doubles) of The Adult Championship Tournaments will have both A or B categories (replacing Open and 50s categories).

The 65s category remains. Members may play in one category.

The Men’s and Women’s Singles Division will be played in one long weekend in response to Member requests.

Registrations for Adult Tournaments will be accepted up until the Wednesday at Noon prior to the Saturday the tournament begins. Specifically: Singles – July 9 & 10 Tourn. - deadline is July 6 Doubles –July 16/17 & July 23/24 Tourn. - deadline is July 13 Mixed Doubles – August 6/7 & August 13/14 Tourn. - deadline is August 3 A full weekend is dedicated to the Junior “Club Championship” Tournaments to be held July 29-31. All finals will be played on the Sunday.

The Tennis Committee is always looking for ways to make improvements and your feedback is important. Please feel free to contact any Member of the Tennis Committee in person, or you may address them as a whole by placing your comments in the suggestion box located next to the bulletin board at the Lake Naomi Tennis Center.

Recreation Tennis Courts

The two hard surface courts located by North Beach are open for use and unlocked daily as soon as Spring weather permits and remain open through Columbus Day. Reservation sheets are hung daily with a reservation sheet hung for Members to sign-up for court times beginning Memorial Day Weekend. One hour of court time per Membership is permitted per day. All Recreation Court guidelines enforced throughout the main summer season will also be in place for this early season play. The advanced reservation process begins the first day of the main summer season, Saturday, June 25th.

Ladies Sailing Sessions

As summer approaches we would like to remind ladies interested in sailing that the Lake Naomi Club Sailing Association has many volunteers willing to help get you started. We know the ladies schedules are way too busy for an event for this purpose so instead the offer stands… simply call the Sailing Office at 570-646-LAKE in the main summer season to express your interest and we’ll connect you with a volunteer. Ladies of all abilities (even those with no previous sailing skills) can be accommodated. Technique and boat handling will be discussed both on and off the water. You do not need a boat to register, as the Club rental program offers them. The only requirements are you must be at least 16 years of age and be able to swim. If you have a desire to learn how to sail the Club will make it happen for you! If you have questions preseason please contact Meredith Sensenig at the Community Center at 570-646-8585 or email msensenig@lakenaomiclub.com.

Important Sailing Race Reminders

The Lake Naomi Club Sailing Association requires all sailboats participating in any of the sailing races or regattas to have a number posted on their sail and to check in with the Race Committee prior to racing to indicate your intention to race. When doing so simply sail to the downwind side of the Tiki and hail your information to the Race Committee. You must tell them your full name and boat number and that you’re registering to race. This is the norm for sailboat racing as it is the only way for the Race Committee to adequately track all participants involved. It is also customary to inform the Race Committee if you’re leaving the racing before the final finish.

If you do not already have your sail numbered and wish to participate in the sailing races, please stop by the Sailing Office located at Club Beach to be assigned an available number and obtain the actual numbers for your sail. While you’re there, please do not hesitate to ask the Sailing Staff for pointers on how to properly affix the sailing numbers to your sail if you do not have experience in doing so. The Sailing Office is open weekends May 28th through June 19th from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and then seven days a week beginning June 25th. The Members who volunteer for Race Committee appreciate your cooperation.

2011 Sailing Staff

Only one of the 2010 Sailing Instructors will not be returning this season. Jordan Scheremeta is moving on Lisa McCann to new professional opportunities this year leaving the entire responsibility of Head Sailing Instructor with Chris Grasso. Chris has worked in the program for many years including the co-head instructor position last year. His commitment to sailing goes even further back as he was once a junior sailor himself.

He will be joined again by Toni Simonik, TJ and Tyler McCann, Andrew Rohan, Joe Bigelow, Camielle Campion, Mike Trabold and Tim Osman. They are all looking forward to joining you on the water very soon.

Beach Reminders

In an effort to preserve the beautiful beaches here at Lake Naomi and Timber Trails we ask all Members to PLEASE be considerate of your fellow Members and abide by the following Beach Guidelines.

-Present your Membership Badge to the Lifeguard upon arrival and sign in the lifeguard log. You will also be asked to show your badge throughout the day to the Patrol Rangers conducting routine badge check.

-Glass is not permitted on the beaches or grassy areas at any time for any purpose.

-Picnicking is not permitted on beaches. You may picnic on the grass of Club Beach or Timber Trails Beach only.

-Fishing is also not permitted within 25 feet of the swimming areas at all the beaches. That guideline should be considered when casting toward shore while boat fishing as well.

-Personal umbrellas attached to beach chairs are preferred. Small scale shade apparatuses may be approved by the lifeguard on duty depending on weather conditions and attendance but must be set to the perimeters.

-All beaches are non smoking amenities.

-Finally, please remember that although we love furry friends, pets are not permitted at any of the Lake Naomi-Timber Trails Recreational Facilities including beaches and their adjacent grassy areas. A Dog Park is available to all LN-TT Residents and is located at the entrance to the CC.

RC Sailing Spring Ahead Regatta

On March 27, 2011, the Lake Naomi Club Sailing Association and the RC (Radio Controlled) Laser Fleet #9 held its second Winter Regatta at the indoor pool of the Community Center. Although the weather outside was cold with wind and snow swirling the indoor pool environment was a balmy 84 degrees with consistent sailing winds thanks to the fan driven air.

Seven registered boats sailed 23 two lap races with one throw-out for each six races. The Results Follow: Dave Brawner (40 points) winner Jamey Betz (50 Points) Dean Neely (61 points) Ken Shaw (69 points) John Whipple (81 points) Nick Mortgu (100 points) Sue Neely (108 points) Many thanks to the off-lake regulars and a special note of thanks to Ken (from Vermont sailing a borrowed Laser) and Dave (President of the American Model Yachting Association) for coming to join us in the fun of indoor pool sailing.

RC Laser Fleet Summer Races

The Lake Naomi Club Sailing Association’s RC Laser Fleet #9 will be offering scored races throughout the summer and a Summer Regatta on August 14th, the weekend of the Junior Regatta. The RC Lasers are patterned after the original Laser: Simple, easy to sail and fast! The wind powered radio controlled hull is a quarter scale model of the original.

It uses a two lever remote control to operate the main sheet and tiller. This boat comes right out of the bag and onto the water. With summer coming the RC fleet has listed all their sail dates in the summer calendar. As always your fellow sailors invite you to come join those who already have their boat and try it out yourself. For more information contact Fleet Captain Bob MacNeill at 727-385-8100.

Easter Egg Hunt April 23

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Golf Notes

Coordinator Changes

Most of you know Kara Derry who has been successfully coordinating the operations, staff and events at Lake Naomi Tennis the past few seasons.

This year Kara will be moving to the 2011 Golf Shop Coordinator position in an effort to streamline the Tennis and Golf policies and assist Bob Millard as she has the McKees so well.

After working at the Logan Steele Community Center as Shift Supervisor for two seasons, Margaret Hickey will move to the position of Tennis Coordinator this season. Because you may not have had the chance to get to know her as well as Kara please take the time to introduce yourself as you enter the Tennis Proshop this season. Here’s a little bit about Margaret to assist in you getting to know her better. Originally from Bucks County, she is a Penn State graduate and lives in the Poconos full time. Margaret and her husband own a Landscape firm where they live in Effort with their two sons. In the winter months, you will find the whole family at Jack Frost/Big Boulder where Margaret is Big Boulder’s Group Sales Manager and “her three boys” are ski instructors.

As Tennis and Golf Coordinators, Margaret and Kara are looking forward to working closely with Management and the Membership to ensure the excellent experience at both Lake Naomi Tennis and Timber Trails Golf.

Junior Golf Clubs

Are you still holding onto those junior golf clubs even though your children are all grown? Well if you are looking to put them to good use again, you can donate them to the Timber Trails Golf Center. Over the past few years we have reintroduced the sport of golf into the Kids Klub day camp program and are looking to expand it even further.

This is where we need your help. We need more junior clubs to go around so that we can do some different, exciting things with the Golf Program through Kids Klub. If you have junior golf clubs you would like to donate, please call the Golf Center at 570646-9060.

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We are excited to start another year filled with many fun events and tournaments for all the Golf

Members to enjoy: The first tournament of the year is the Memorial Day Tournament held on Sunday, May 29th. This is a nine hole full handicap net event. All players must have an official U.S.G.A. Ghin handicap.

The Match Play Championship qualifying starts on Saturday, June 4th and the finals are slated for Sunday, August 14th. This is an exciting event with the unique format of Match Play determining the Ladies’ and Men’s champions.

The Timber Trails Memorial will be played on Saturday, June 18th. This mixed two person scramble is always a great tournament followed by a luncheon on the deck at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse.

The first Bloody Mary Tournament will be held on Sunday, June 5th and the signups will start Sunday, May 15th. Remember playing in the 2010 Fall Bloody Mary has no bearing on when you can sign up for this tournament.

Member’s favorite Adult Clinic will start on Wednesday, June 15th at 3:00 PM. A class will be added at 4:00 PM if needed. The cost is $10.00 per student with a maximum of eight golfers per class. Please remember that signing up is mandatory. Everything from the short game to the dynamics of the golf swing will be covered in the classes. Each week a different topic will be featured with insightful information on how to ultimately lower your scores. All skill levels are welcome!

The Junior Golf League will start on Wednesday, June 22nd. This is a great way for the junior golfer who has some playing experience to play the course and meet other junior golfers who have a passion for the game. Tee-off time for the Junior Golf League is 1:00 PM, there is a limit of 20 youngsters per week so call the Golf Center to sign up. The Junior Clinics will start Thursday, July 7th and run for six consecutive Thursdays with the last class being held on Thursday, August 11th. All aspects of the game will be covered hoping to peak the junior golfer’s interest. This is a tremendous opportunity to learn etiquette, the short game, fundamentals and the proper swinging action. We all know that learning the fundamentals is paramount in the development of a junior golfer. There are three different Junior Clinics based on the age of the junior golfer: the 5 to 8 year olds clinic will start at 4:15 PM, the 9 to 11 year olds clinic will start at 5:15 PM and the 12 year olds and older clinic will begin at 6:15 PM. There is a 15 student per class limit for the each clinic so feel free to sign up today. The cost is $50.00 per junior golfer.

New this year is a Mixed Couple’s Series. Starting on Sunday, June 19th at 3:00 PM each week couples will be competing against other couple with fun games to play and plenty of fun to be had by all. All players are welcome to bring a beverage of their choice to enjoy after the round on the deck at Timber Trails Golf Center.

Please remember it is important that everyone is respectful and plays in a timely manner allowing all Members to fully enjoy their golf experience at the Timber Trails Golf Course. One of the things we can all do is show up in ample time for your tee time. It is recommended that you arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tee time.

Also remember to cancel a tee time that you are not able to use. If you are a beginner player please schedule your tee time after 2:00 PM on weekends and holidays. Less experienced players tend to golf at a slower pace which makes your fellow more experienced Members rounds slow and frustrating. All players including guests need to sign in together (at the same time) in the Golf Center. Finally remember the dress code and inform all guests of the dress code as well.

See You On The Links! Bob Millard, PGA Golf Professional

Golf Dress Code

As per the Leisure Service Guide, the dress code for the Golf facility is as follows: “Proper Country Club Attire is required at all times (slacks or walking shorts with pockets) shirts with collars for men. Jeans or cutoffs, bathing suits or sweat suits, tank tops or tee shirts, short shorts or track shorts, halter tops, tennis shorts or shirts are not considered appropriate attire. Proper Country Club attire includes all shirts being tucked in, not flowing freely over an individual’s shorts, skirt or slacks. Proper footwear (metal spike shoes not permitted) is also required. In the event of questionable attire, the decision of the Golf Staff will be final.”

Please make note of this policy to avoid any challenges with honoring your tee time.

Proper golf shirts may be purchased at the Golf Center. If you have questions regarding this policy, please call the Golf Center at 570-646-9060.

21st Annual Bass Tournament

The Lakes Committee invites you to come out and fish in the Annual Bass Tournament being held Saturday, July 2nd. Members may fish and log their catch between 6:00 AM and Noon on Lake Naomi only. Log your fish caught according to the guidelines outlined on the front of the page on the Fish Caught Form. The Fish Caught Form can be picked up at the Community Center or the Administrative Office. The forms can also be downloaded from www.LakeNaomiClub.com. The form is located in the Members Section under What’s Happening. Log sheets must be turned into the Lake Committee Members at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse Grill Room before 12:30 PM to be included in the final results.

First, second and third place will be awarded for the categories of largest bass and most bass caught in both the Adult and Youth divisions. Participants are invited to take part in a light Buffet from12:30 PM to 1:30 PM followed by the Awards Presentation at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse at 1:30 PM. The Buffet is $5.00 for Youth and $10.00 for adults.

Seating will begin at 12:30 PM. The Tournament is open to all Club Members but you must pre-register. To register, simply fill out the bottom portion of the Fish Caught form and return it to the Community Center by Wednesday, June 29th, at 12:00 Noon. You will keep the top portion of the form to use the Catch Log on the back of the registration form during the tournament. Please remember, ALL Bass caught must be live released.

ALL Members must display their current Membership Badge and Members 16 years of age and older must also display their 2011 Pennsylvania Fishing License. This is an exciting day for the sport of fishing at Lake Naomi-Timber Trails. Don’t miss this opportunity to fish all morning and share the stories all afternoon!

Fishing Laws

Members are reminded that they must wear a current Membership Badge along with their Pennsylvania Fishing License (required of all fisherpersons 16 years of age and older). Even though our lakes and streams are private, they come under the jurisdiction of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission regulations at all times. Violators are subject to heavy fines and the Commission frequently monitors Lake Naomi as well as the other lakes and ponds in Lake Naomi-Timber Trails. You can purchase your fishing license online at the PA Fish and Boat Commission website www. fish.state.pa.us/license.htm. As the 2011 fishing and boating season starts to pick up, the Club would like to remind all those who fish and operate watercraft on Club property of the Lake Naomi Club Policies and the PA State Regulations. A great day of fishing and family fun can be had by all! So don’t ruin a great time by violating any of the following policies and regulations. Ranger Chief John Lamberton will gladly answer any additional questions that you may have in regards to boating and fishing in the state of Pennsylvania. All Pennsylvania Game Fish must be live released. Species include - Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass and Walleye. Harvesting of any game fish may result in the suspension or withdrawal of membership privileges. Unless fishing on a Member’s property, guests must be accompanied by the Club Member on all Lake Naomi -Timber Trails property. Any person fishing on Club property, without the Club Member, will be escorted off Club property. Those guests registered as Temporary Members will continue to have all the rights and privileges associated with that membership. Homeowners will be responsible for any guests who violate Club rules and regulations. Harvesting of any game fish will result in the homeowner being responsible for the replacement cost of all harvested game fish. Any boat on Lake Naomi - Timber Trails property must be registered and have the current registration sticker on the watercraft. Any Member who has not registered their watercraft will be asked to remove their boat immediately.

Board of Governors Openings

The Board of Governors is currently seeking volunteers to serve on the Board as Members at large. The BOG is made up of Members at large and Chairs of the Business and Community Committees. The BOG reviews rules and regulations, assists in developing the annual budget, discusses recommendations made by the various Committees and when a proposal is passed, it is sent to the Board of Trustees for consideration. The BOG is an integral part of the governing system that brings new ideas to the Club. Applicants are encouraged to bring their experience to enhance our ever-growing Community and its programs.

The Board of Governors meets five or six times a year on a Saturday for about two hours. Members interested in serving on the Board of Governors can contact the Administrative Office at (570) 646-9191 or fill out an application online at www.LakeNaomiClub.com located in the Online Office in the Members Section.

Guided Nature Walks

Naturalist Patti O’Keefe will lead all of the guided nature walks for Lake Naomi Club this summer. Walks range in difficulty and length. Please choose a walk that you will be able to fully enjoy. The dates and times for walks are listed below. Please call the Community Center at (570) 646-8585 with your intent to join us. It’s a good idea to bring insect repellent, a hat, sunglasses, water, binoculars and don’t forget your sunscreen! An adult must accompany anyone under the age of 16.

Wednesday, July 6-Lost Lakes – An uphill hike through fields and forest brings us to an old beaver pond surrounded by rhododendron. (Moderate walk for ages 8 and up) Saturday, July 16- Warnertown Falls – Follow the trail through blackberry brambles to a series of rock ledges on the Tobyhanna Creek at State Gameland 127. (Easy walk for all ages) Wednesday, July 20- Hawk Falls This delightful oasis on a hot day is located at Hickory Run State Park. We will rock hop across the stream, then continue down to the base of the falls.

(Moderate walk for ages 8 and up) Wednesday, August 3- Tobyhanna Lake Wetland – Explore along the edge of the Tobyhanna State Park Lake and discover rare wetland plants.

(Easy walk for all ages) Saturday, August 13 - Darling Preserve – A mosaic of wetlands are highlighted at this Nature Conservancy Preserve near Blakeslee. (Moderate walk for ages 8 and up) Wednesday, August 17- Seven Tubs – A spectacular series of waterfalls have created the pothole tubs at this Luzerne Co. park. (Difficult rocky walk, but the view of the first waterfall is wheel-chair accessible) All hikes will be held rain or shine but not in a thunderstorm or downpour.

All of the hikes will meet at the Community Center at 1:00 PM to carpool to the hike areas. Allow approximately three hours for each outing. Trips require driving time to the sites.

Fish Stocking April 5

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Strategic Planning Update

Strategic Planning is a disciplined effort to produce fundamental decisions and actions that shape and guide what an organization is, what it does and why it does it, with a focus on the future. As previously reported, the Club has taken action over the past two years to formalize the Club’s Strategic Plan.

The remaining step is to survey the Membership and plans are being finalized to take this final step in the Fall. The results of the survey will be used to further update the Draft Strategic Plan which was first presented to the Membership late last Summer.

Once completed the Strategic Plan will be used as a working document by the Committees and Boards of the Club and updated on an annual basis.

The Strategic Plan is very different than the Long Range Facilities Plan which deals only with Club Facilities. The Long Range Facilities Plan is currently handled independent of the Strategic Plan by the Long Range Planning Committee.

Clymer Library House Tour

The Clymer Library House Tour will be held on Wednesday, August 3, 2011. If anyone is interested in having their Lake Naomi or Timber Trails home on this year’s tour, please contact Laura or Wendy at the Clymer Library by phone 570-646-0826.

Membership/Marketing Committee Openings

The Membership/Marketing Committee is currently seeking volunteers to serve on the Committee. It is the mission of the LNC Membership/Marketing Committee to: • Expand the awareness of our community in all potential markets so that interest in the community is sustained and/or increased. • Ensure full awareness on the part of all new and existing members of our community’s family-oriented recreational and social opportunities. • Provide channels to welcome new home and property owners as well as renters to our community. • Pursue efforts to have non-member residents and property owners consider membership.

Applicants are encouraged to bring their experience to enhance our ever-growing Community and its programs. The Mem/Mar Committee meets five or six times a year on a Saturday for about two hours. Members interested in serving on the Committee can contact the Communications Manager Laura Altemose at laltemose@lakenaomiclub.com or at 570- 646-9191 ext. 104 or fill out a Committee Application online at www.LakeNaomiClub.com located in the Online Sign-Up in the Members Section.

Boating Safety Reminders

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission frequently patrols Lake Naomi as well as the other lakes and ponds in Lake Naomi – Timber Trails and is authorized to enforce state boating regulations. They are also able to levy fines for violations of Pennsylvania Boating Regulations. A few suggestions for Lake Naomi Club boaters to ensure compliance with the state regulations are as follows: 1. Be sure that your watercraft contains at least one wearable floatation device for each person on board. Seat cushions are not considered wearable.

2. Each boat must have a mechanical device to be used as a sound signal such as a whistle or horn.

3. All rowboats and fishing boats must have a “Capacity Plate� displayed.

The capacity plate must list the number of people plus weight and hull I.D. number. No boat is permitted to be loaded beyond its safe carrying capacity.

4. Boats with electric motors must be registered with the state.

Used Boat and Canoe Exchange

As a service to the Membership, the Administrative Office will be continuing the “Used Boat and Canoe Exchange Service�. Any Club Member having a boat or canoe for sale should contact the Administrative Office to obtain the form necessary to register with the “Exchange�. You can list your boat or canoe online at www.LakeNaomiClub.com in the Classified Section. The process is very easy: sign into Member’s Section, visit the “Online Office�, click on “Classified Submission� and fill out the form. When the form is received it will be reviewed & $! " and then entered in the classified section for all Members to see.

From that point on, it is up to the individuals involved to make the balance of the arrangements...Happy Boating!

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Lake Naomi Club Q & A

Are the pop-up shade tents permitted on the beaches?

Personal umbrellas which attach to a beach chair are preferred on beaches rather than large beach umbrellas which often become safety hazards in breezy conditions. Those wishing to use small scale shade apparatuses must first seek approval of the lifeguard who has the authority to refuse use according to daily weather conditions and attendance. Any approved shade structures must be set to the perimeters to avoid both visual and safety obstructions.

Why is the PPCA Annual Meeting being held at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse this year?

The Pocono Mountain School District in efforts to save money will be closing all of their buildings from Friday through Sunday through the summer season.

What about the Annual Membership Meeting that was scheduled to held at the PMWHS? The Annual Membership Meeting has been rescheduled to Saturday, August 20th and will be held at the PMWHS. The School District will be reopening the buildings seven days a week starting Monday, August 15 th.

My neighbor is not a Member of the Club. Can I take my neighbor to the Clubhouse for dinner as my guest?

No, Club Guidelines are very clear on this matter. Lake Naomi – Timber Trails Property Owners who choose not to join the Club are not permitted to be guests at any Club Facility or Program.

How can I ensure that I get all emergency notices/updates by email? I have signed up for group emails but this category was not listed.

When an emergency notice or update is sent out to the Members it is sent to everyone that has an email address listed with the website. There is no need to sign up for emergency notices/updates, however it is important to maintain a current email address with the website. To update or add your email address simply sign in to the Members section of www.LakeNaomiClub.com and click on your Profile found in the upper right hand corner of the website. Need further assistance, contact Communications Manager Laura Altemose at laltemose@lakenaomiclub.com or 570, 646-9191, Ext. 104.