The Ocean Fall 2016 Volume 13, Issue 4 Fall 2018 • Vol. 15 Issue 4 The official newspaper of the Ocean Hammock Property Owners Association BreezeA Florida NewsLine Publication Long-time residents still love The Hammock ByMeet Martie Thompson the Sandburgs:
Jeff and Jo Ellen Sandburg were among “I got to know the area and fell in love The couple both graduated from Knox the board of Kindervision for many years, the first residents of Ocean Hammock with it,” Jeff said. “The golf courses and College in Illinois. Jeff has a degree in but recently has been content to let new and they still love living in “this wonder- the serenity were unbeatable. business administration and Jo faces with new ideas take his spot there. ful paradise” 16 years later. Construction Of course, Ocean Ham- Ellen’s is in French. They He enjoys playing golf and working in began on their home overlooking hole mock and Hammock met on a blind date the yard. no. 6 of the golf course in 2001 and they Beach were not built over winter break at Jo Ellen has led more than 40 groups moved in nine months later. at that time.” a holiday basketball tournament. Jeff of students on tours of France over the “We picked the lot because we were at- As a couple, the was captain of years, something she has done since she tracted by the golf course,” Jeff Sandburg Sandburgs also the college’s was a young teacher. When she moved to said. “Also, we are just a block from the visited the basketball Ocean Hammock, she served as a substi- ocean with a nearby walkover.” Naples area team. tute teacher and also tutored French at frequently and Flagler-Palm Coast High School and then The couple moved from suburban Chi- considered “And 53 years started a French class for the adult educa- cago, where Jo Ellen was a French teacher moving there, later, here we tion department. She still visits France for 36 years and Jeff worked downtown as but the con- are,” said Jo at least once a year and enjoys designing a risk manager for Morton International, gestion was as Ellen. tours for friends who want to visit France best known as the iconic salt brand, but unappealing or French-speaking countries. They have also heavily engaged in the aerospace as what they one daughter, Besides travelling to France, the Sand- industry. The company manufactured, would leave in Jorie, who lives burgs visit their granddaughter in Colo- among other things, the booster rockets the Chicago area. in Colorado with rado often and make road trips to visit for the space shuttle. Luckily by then, her husband and family in Illinois. They also visit friends Ocean Hammock Jeff, a passionate golfer, always organized 12-year-old daughter that are former residents of The Ham- was coming online and a trip for a group of friends to play golf Ella. According to Jo mock. Jeff’s familiarity with the in Florida each spring. They started off Ellen, Ella loves to come area caused them to playing in the Titusville area, then moved to The Hammock to surf “I think the biggest reason we love living take a look. Photo courtesy Linda Hager northward to Daytona and eventually Jeff and Jo Ellen Sandburg and swim in the pool at here is the people,” Jo Ellen said. “We have made such good friends and have discovered Palm Coast in 1991. “The lack of traffic and Hammock Beach. remained friends with those who have small population of the Ocean Hammock Jeff has always been involved with chari- moved away. Plus we love all the neigh- area were very attractive to us,” Jo Ellen table organizations and is a 20/20 Mem- bors who have continued to move in. We said. “You just can’t beat the scenery and ber of the Florida Hospital. He served on are so lucky to live here that we have to the canopy of trees.” pinch ourselves sometimes.” Callahan, FL Permit No. 4 No. Permit US Postage Paid US Postage Presorted Standard Presorted President’s Message By Paul C. Pershes
The summer of 2018 has seen progress in ing job with our landscaping — and it our community. The dune restoration is shows. now complete with the sea grass planted We will again be involved in our county and growing. The walkovers have been 3 Communications Committee Update and state politics to make certain our News completed and are now a place for owners 3 Inspection Support Committee: to meet, have a drink and see beautiful homeowner master documents and local Golf carts explained sunsets. community home rule is protected. 7 Playing for Pink I again must ask for more owners to get New home construction continues at a 8 Hey Man! What’s Cookin’? involved to help our Association function healthy pace and sales of existing homes 8 Hammock Hot Shot photo contest continues. properly — and to your satisfaction. Help make a difference. 10 Guide to the Tides Fall brings back many residents and 15 Resident Adventures Ocean Hammock continues to look more Paul C. Pershes is President of the Ocean beautiful. VerdeGo is doing an outstand- Hammock Property Owners Association. The OceanThe Breeze 12443 San Ste. Jose Blvd., 403 Jacksonville, FL 32223 2 | The Ocean Breeze | Fall 2018 | www.ohpoa.com
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By Linda Windsor Golf carts explained
I will be resigning from the committee I would like to encourage all new and Due to a recent update of our Commu- or the like; however, they are NOW as of Sept. 1 and Rosemary Travis will be existing residents — those who are not nity Standards, we wanted to share the permitted use for the trail that can be taking over my duties as the new chair- involved with the OHPOA or those who changes regarding the use of golf carts accessed off of Ocean Oaks Lane or person. Rosemary is a long term resident may want to be involved again — to in the community. These updates were Northshore Drive to the beach walkover, of Ocean Hammock and has been an consider joining one of the various com- made to make it easier for some to access so long as the golf carts are parked as active participant in community issues. mittees. It is a great way to get involved, the beach. Other areas of the community close to the walkover as possible to allow She is a very welcome addition and will to meet new people and to hopefully already had parking for golf carts close to for pedestrian access. The foregoing is do a tremendous job managing the com- make a difference in this wonderful com- their beach walkovers. not intended to provide rights to utilize mittee’s responsibilities and goals. munity. private property not owned by OHPOA, The majority of the regulations remain including but not limited to the Ham- I would like to sincerely thank commit- Lastly, if you have a hobby, interest, the same. All golf carts need to be mock Beach Club, golf courses, or any tee members Lisa Fisher and Mary Kay recent trip, professional expertise, past registered with the Ocean Hammock other private entities, as use of any trails Ulsamer, our board liaison, Beth Kelly experience or anything else you would Property Owners Association (OHPOA) or paths located on private property is and Linda Hager for all their much like to share with your fellow residents, and display the respective decals. They subject to approval or denial by such appreciated help, support and valuable please email Rosemary Travis at rmt1@ must be operated in a safe and controlled owner. input during my time as chairperson. I cfl.rr.com. The committee is always manner — and only on the roadways. also owe many thanks to Chris Abdella, looking for articles for our quarterly We encourage all to read these updated Only individuals holding a valid govern- our property manager, for her tremen- newspaper, The Ocean Breeze, to keep it Community Standards on our OHPOA ment issued driver’s license may operate a dous support as well. Such a wonderful interesting and informative for residents. website. A paper copy of these updated golf cart on Ocean Hammock roadways. group of women to work with! Advertise in Community Standards will be mailed to Under no circumstances may individuals all in the coming months. The Ocean Breeze under the age of 16 operate a golf cart on Advertise your business Ocean Hammock roadways. We trust that these updates will make it in The Ocean Breeze and easier for those headed to our beaches. reach property owners Golf carts may not be operated on and residents of Ocean sidewalks, other walkways, trails, paths Hammock & Hammock Beach Communities!
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It seems that wherever a group of ladies The Hammock Beach Book Club, as it is September: “Little Fires Everywhere” by April: “About Tending Roses” by Lisa gathers, it is not long before a book known, meets once a month, September Celeste Ng Wingate club forms. Women’s literary discussion through May, at Yacht Harbor Village groups are nothing new; in fact, they on the third Monday of the month at 3 October: “The Great Alone” by Kristin May: “Last Days of Night” by Graham have been around for centuries in one p.m. Meetings and all other book club Hannah Moore form or another. But it was Oprah Win- information is passed by email. Book are November: “The Address” by Fiona Please consider adding your name to the frey’s television book club that created a selected by members in July and then Davis email list and joining this fabulous club. massive boom in book clubs across the voted on. The top vote getters “win.” And even though we would love to see country. Now, book clubs are as much a In February two of our member plan a December: “Love and Other Consola- you, it is not necessary to come to the part of our culture as Starbucks. Book Club trip for us which involves tion Prizes” by Jamie Ford meetings each month. You are free to en- a trip to a historical Florida landmark. And so it is at Hammock Beach. At the January: “Lilac Girls” by Martha Hall joy the books on your own if you would They also recommend a novel or two rather. A brief summary of each book is very beginning, “The Beach Babes,” which illustrates Florida and its history. Kelly a group of local ladies that organized included in the mailings each month. February: Book Club trip neighborhood social events, started a We are all about our books, so here is a You may send me your email address at book club at Hammock Beach. And now list of our selections for the up and com- March: “Half Broke Horses” by Jeanette [email protected] and I will be theA club has grown to more than 70 ing year: Walls happy to send you the information. We members. do welcome every member’s input and participation. Happy reading to all! Ocean Hammock Community Outreach assists local resource centers this summer By Pam Weber
Summer spells the beginning of numer- who are victims of domestic violence, lot of children ous family activities like trips to the worried about not only their future but right here in The beach, travelling to new destinations, the future of their children. Hammock get camping, boating and fishing ... just to a free breakfast name a few; however, for many families Utilizing funds from your donations and lunch at within Flagler County, summer spells (totaling $777.68), the committee pro- school, but when increased worry not only for themselves vided 40 school uniform polo shirts, 440 school is out they but for their children. Where will they snack/food items, 35 pairs of women’s go hungry. We be safe? Will they have access to food, underwear, 78 packages of personal purchased and shelter and items like basic clothing? wipes, 88 cleaning supply products and prepared 160 Although there are resources for fami- two red wagons. The caretakers use these sacks consisting lies throughout Flagler County, these wagons to pull the smaller children of applesauce, resources need our assistance. around the playground, while the older peanut crackers, children use them for play. fruit flavored The Ocean Hammock Community The Grace Food Pantry in The Ham- snacks, gra- Outreach committee sought out several Photos courtesy Pam Weber mock: Many families visiting this pantry nola bars (like of these resource centers and inquired Nutrigrain), Snack packs were distributed to the Grace Food Pantry. how we could help as many individuals are in financial crisis, and by supply- PGA TOUR, Inc. cont. from pg. 1 ing something as simple as food, more juice boxes, jello, as possible within our county. We would canned ravioli or were “smiles galore” from parents as they like to share with you (our donors) what money can be saved for bills, more time saw the contents that we provided. can be spent looking for a job and more spaghetti, including containers of mac we have been able to do through five and cheese. Total expenditure for these projects this summer. peace can be provided. The Dolly Parton Imagination Library: items was $500. We received a note of This non-profit initiative, started in 1995 The Family Crisis Center: This center The committee felt there was a strong appreciation from the center stating provides shelter and hope for individuals need to support this local center as a these sacks lasted for five weeks and there Community Outreach cont. on pg. 18
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The Hammock Beach Ladies Golf As- Although most of the money remains the Road to Recovery, where rides are or- to this very special cause, and we are sociation will host its fourth annual in our area, it also goes to wherever it ganized to take individuals for treatment. extremely grateful for their continued Playing for Pink fundraiser at The Cancer has support this year. Gift baskets with wine, Club at Hammock Beach on Oct. 10. touched cosmetics, gourmet, or sports items, as This benefit is dedicated to those who many lives well as original artwork, photography, have lost their fight and those who are and most purses, home accessories, and jewelry are still fighting against breast cancer. The everyone examples of the donations from business- event consists of a golf tournament, knows some- es and residents. Many local restaurants, a costume and golf cart decorating one who service businesses, and home builders contest, a luncheon, and a silent auc- has battled have provided gift certificates for the tion to raise funds for this important cancer. The silent auction and/or hole sponsorships. cause. chapter we Items donated for the silent auction are work with bid on by 200 attendees at the luncheon, In 2017, the Hammock Beach Ladies has less than with all proceeds going to this 501C3 Golf Association donated $41,529 to 10 percent charity. We also thank the Hammock Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, administra- Beach Men’s Golf Association for signifi- which is under the umbrella of the tive costs cant donations from its own tournament American Cancer Society. That almost and the to support Playing for Pink. doubled the $21,138 raised in 2016, American and along with the $20,000 donated Cancer So- We welcome any additional support. If in 2015, the group has contributed ciety is still you are interested in more information, $82,658 in total over the last three the largest making a donation for the silent auction, years. In 2017, based on recognition sponsoring a golf hole, or a contribut- Photo courtesy Hammock Beach Ladies Golf Association contributor from the American Cancer Society for The Hammock Beach Ladies Golf Association will host its fourth annual to cancer ing to Making Strides Against Breast funds raised nationwide, the Ham- Playing for Pink fundraiser at The Club at Hammock Beach on Oct. 10. research Cancer through our Playing for Pink mock Beach Ladies Golf Association worldwide. fundraiser, contact Laura Giadone at placed second in Volusia-Flagler, fourth is needed most, helping with neces- [email protected], Janet Kivi at in Florida, ninth in the Southeast Region sary diagnostic exams or assistance with Over the past three years many local [email protected] or Jan McMaster at and 36th in the nation. medical treatment. One current need is businesses and residents have donated [email protected].
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This is a great way to enjoy pasta ¼ tsp. ground pepper mixture for an easy coating. without the traditional red sauce. The 1 tsp. salt Combine the broth, wine, ingredients listed below can be adjusted ¼ cup all purpose flour capers and garlic in a bowl to add or subtract wine or lemon juice or other container. Squeeze depending upon personal taste. 2 to 3 tsp. cornstarch the remaining juice from the Photo courtesy Jim Ulsamer Chicken Piccata 1 tbsp. olive oil lemon adding it to the mix- Jim’s Chicken Piccata 4 tbsp. butter ture. Add the cornstarch. over medium heat for two to three 1 to 1 ¼ lbs. chicken cutlets minutes until mixture thickens. Return Parmesan cheese Heat the olive oil in a skillet over the chicken to the skillet and heat for ¾ cup chicken broth medium high heat. Cook the cutlets another three minutes. ½ cup white wine Directions: for three to four minutes per side until Pound the cutlets to desired thickness. golden brown. Remove the chicken Serve the chicken with spaghetti or 2 tbsp. capers Sprinkle with a wedge of the lemon and from the skillet. rotini, spooning the sauce over the pasta 2 garlic cloves, minced let sit in refrigerator for 30 minutes. and chicken. Top with grated parmesan Combine the flour, salt and pepper in a Whisk the broth mixture, pour into ½ lemon cheese. Steamed green beans make an plastic bag. Toss the cutlets in the flour the skillet and add the butter. Cook excellent side for this dish.
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How big is the OHPOA? The Ocean How long did the developers run When the Hammock Beach Resort re- Hammock Property Association is made the community? They ran it until 50 cently announced the appointment of a up of 1,078 properties (and about 70 percent of the lots/condos were sold, and new general manager, the face was quite percent built out) and has four gated transferred ownership to the community a familiar one as Brad Hauer, the resort’s sections: Ocean Hammock, Discovery residents in December 2004. Director of Golf was tapped for the job. Center, Northshore Estates and Cinna- Where does ITT fit in our history? Hauer grew up in Wisconsin, far from mon Beach. The Dunes Community Development Florida beaches and golf courses. The When was it started? It was recorded District (DCDD) was formed by ITT, only son amid several sisters, he and his in the Public Records of Flagler County which developed Palm Coast. The dad spent quality father-son time on the on April 14, 1997 and the OHPOA was DCDD was divided into four sections; local course. To this day, Hauer vividly
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Eating too much sugar has been linked added sugar to make them taste good. Ernest Hemingway would to an increased risk of many diseases, Many of these yogurts contain sucralose, likely not have written his including obesity, heart disease, type 2 fructose and modified corn starch and famous 1951 short novel diabetes and cancer. It’s easy to underes- have at least 11 grams or more of sugar. had he lived in Ocean timate how much sugar you’re actually Your best buy is natural, full fat or Greek Hammock. As you may consuming because many foods contain yogurt. recall, his main character, hidden sugars, including some foods Santiago, failed to catch that you wouldn’t consider to be sweet. Ketchup: Ketchup is one of the most a fish for 84 days before (American Heart Association, 2018) popular and deceiving condiments on landing his prized marlin. the market. Some brands still contain I’ve had the pleasure of A common marketing trend is label fructose and four grams of sugar per watching several of our products as “light” or “low-fat.” These serving; to put that in perspective, one Ocean Hammock neigh- labels lead us to believe that they are serving of ketchup is measured as a bors land some big ones actually healthier and contain less sugar tablespoon. It’s more likely that when we right off our Ocean Ridge than their regular counterparts. The squeeze that bottle of ketchup we’re get- American Heart Association recom- ting almost three tablespoons, which is mends that women limit their sugar the equivalent of 12 grams of sugar. Photos courtesy Les Davis Ron Kelly and Maria Costa are each pictured intake to six teaspoons per day, while Fruit Juice: with a couple of large Redfish which made it men should limit their intake to nine Grocery store shelves are to their respective dinner tables. teaspoons (a teaspoon of sugar contains full of all kinds of fruit and vegetable juice. Most are marketed as “low sugar” four grams, so this amounts to 24 grams pictures of the “ones that didn’t or “all natural.” Fruit juice does contain per day for women and 36 grams for get away,” I’ve captured some of essential vitamins and minerals, but they men). (AHA 2018) their comments regarding the are not as good as real fruit or vegetables. types of fish they catch. Below are a few products that you prob- They are also more likely to be high in ably didn’t realize contain high amounts calories, sugar and lead to tooth decay. Whiting appears to be a frequent of sugar: It’s best to eat whole fruits and vegetables catch, with those over a foot being — an added benefit is that you get that “keepers” and not released back Low-Fat Yogurt: Yogurts labeled as in the surf. Shrimp seems to work “Light and Fit” or “Low Fat” contain Sugar cont. on pg. 17 the best in attracting them. Whit- ing make great fish tacos. Interior Decorating -Window Treatments If the water is a bit cloudy, the Furniture - Accessories - Area Rugs anglers tend to catch more catfish, walkover … and have the pictures to as catfish will eat just about anything. prove it. On most days, the daily volume The only drawback on catfish is that you brought in can easily exceed 10 fish. have to watch the sharp barbs … they Santiago would have been in heaven. hurt like **** if one happens to stick you. (That is a direct quote.) The title of this article is a bit deceiving, as the three “old men” being featured Blue Fish are commonly caught as well, are in reality not very old. Dan Wise, and fight like heck when hooked. They Stephen Costa and Ron Kelly can can actually pull the rod from the holder PIROUETTE® WINDOW SHADINGS frequently be found with two to three if not attended to immediately. While poles secured in the sand with baited Laura Giadone, C.I.D. Certified Interior Decorator sometimes called “trash fish,” they are lines running well out into the surf. On actually pretty good to eat if cleaned and Call 386-449-8749 or E-mail for an Appointment top of that, one of our featured anglers is [email protected] | www.hammockdecor.com a lady, Maria Costa. In addition to some “Old Men” and the Sea cont. on pg. 18 www.ohpoa.com | Fall 2018 | The Ocean Breeze | 13
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Our 15-day tour of Japan began in to the bombed out landmark of their volcano, which we later Osaka, with a Japanese dinner and a Civic center — brought to reality the visited up close. geisha performance accompanied by ghastly horrors of nuclear warfare. Next a traditional we visited the iconic The Nagasaki Peace three-string Miyajima shrine Museum and Park instrument, UNESCO world reinforced the horrors of the Shamisen. heritage site. Its nuclear war. We offered floating torii gate origami paper cranes, The next day was quite breathtak- which our guides taught we visited the ing. us to make, as symbols beautiful city of peace. The manicured of Kyoto, a The port city of Adechi gardens were city of 2,000 Uwajima offered a breathtakingly beautiful temples visit to Nanrakuen and were the winner for and shrines, gardens, the largest the best Japanese gardens where women traditional Japanese for the 15th consecutive strolled along garden, where wis- year. A visit to the 400-year-old Matsue in the outer market. An unforgettable the riverbanks teria were blooming Black castle with a moat around it and Sumo wrestling demonstration on our in their tradi- a costumed samurai warrior at the last night in Tokyo capped the cultural tional colorful entrance took us back in time. activities to which we were introduced. kimonos. One A morning stroll through the Impe- of the temples, A high speed bullet train ride rial Palace gardens right in the heart of the To- back to Tokyo was an experience Tokyo was a visual treat with the azaleas daiji Temple, in punctuality and orderliness in in full bloom blanketing both sides of housed the world’s largest bronze statue getting people off and on during a the pathways. of Buddha. We feasted our eyes on the 60-second stop. After visiting more Notably absent from our tour was an majestic Zen Golden Pavilion in a lush temples and shrines in Tokyo, we excursion to Mount Fuji and though we landscaped setting with a reflecting enjoyed the experience of a Shinto stayed an extra day to visit it, our guides pond. We also attended a traditional blessing by the priest. We learned discouraged the day-long trip from Japanese taiko drumming demonstra- that 80 percent of the people are Tokyo as it is only visible about 30 days tion, and a short lesson by the master Buddhists, and 80 percent follow a year, mostly in the fall. Despite this, drummer, which was an amazing experi- the Shinto religion. Obviously, the we left Tokyo for our return journey ence. math does not add up; our guide clarified this by explaining that home with happy memories of beauti- The cruise portion of our trip took us happy events around the southern island, stopping like weddings daily at various ports, learning about are celebrated local history, culture and traditions. at Shinto Hiroshima was one such port; the Peace shrines, and Memorial Museum — built right next sad events like funerals after the end of at the Buddhist the cherry blos- temples. At the som season. latter, people We tried our write their worries hand at callig- on slips of paper raphy, learning that they hang at the characters the exit, believ- for friendship ing that worries and hope, and shouldn’t go took part in a home with them. tea ceremony. No visit to Tokyo As the ship would be com- sailed into plete without a Kagoshima at visit to the world’s the southern most famous Tsukiji Fish Market, fully sculpted Japanese gardens, exquisite tip of Japan, where only 120 onlookers are allowed Japanese food, many unique cultural we could smell to view the 5 a.m. auction, and people events and above all, the many wonder- the sulfur from line up for the entrance passes at 3:30 ful Japanese people who were incredibly the spewing a.m. We chose to go later and our taste polite and gracious hosts. smoke and ash buds tingled with the world’s best sushi of Sakurajima 16 | The Ocean Breeze | Fall 2018 | www.ohpoa.com Golf tips from T Shot Ranch Is golf a contact sport? By Janie C. Farina [email protected]
“My swing is so bad, I look like a cave- this point, at work we have a golf ball minimizes golf ball shrapnel and 4. Aim like a target shooter — allow for man killing his lunch.” — Tommy peppered steel pillar three feet to the insures that the clubface is contacting eye dominance, and set up looking Armour right of the hitting area that resembles the ball in the correct fashion. with both eyes focused on the target the while placing your feet. Trust what 2. An Do you “look like a caveman killing his dimples on looks right from behind the ball, and athletic lunch” when playing golf? a golf ball not believing the deceptive picture posture/ from top your side view delivers to your brain. Are you “killing the ball” when you stance will to bottom. play, or is your golf game killing you? facilitate 5. Salute with the club to the target balance, at the finish of your swing; a well Grip, trap, hit, penalty, stroke, hazard, “Golf com- rhythm, balanced finish with face, chest, and out of bounds, unplayable lie, interfer- bat” can and a cor- tummy is critical to getting your ence, hook, slice, push, pull, block, be destruc- rect swing target mission accomplished, vs. dan- bogey, divot, bunker, smother, block, tive to our plane gling the club, spinning and falling fat, thin, top, torque, smash… It’s no bodies, our through the away after the swing like a right hook wonder, with golf lingo the way it is, equipment, ball to keep has plowed you over. seeing students ball hit for the first time and to our self-esteem it on path. resembles a mugging instead of a swing- Muham- Golf doesn’t have to feel like a contact ing. on the golf course/ mad Ali sport with the aid of a good instructor, proper equipment, and a peaceful mind- So, how do we deliver that sweet smack driving danced set that will facilitate killing the ball, not that sends the ball sailing down the range. around your golf swing! fairway while we get to a balanced fin- his oppo- Here is Photo by Metro Creative nents, but ish position that you could frame in a Keep the flow and let it go! picture? some nec- knocked essary ammunition to incorporate into them flat with a well-timed blow. Janie C. Farina is an LPGA teaching pro- So many golfers, instead, look like they your golf arsenal that will soften the fessional of 27 years and can be reached at 3. Slashing at the ball may feel power- are doing the “Mashed Potato” before blow of bad ball contact: [email protected] for questions, com- ful, but tempo and rhythm deliver a the ball screeches dead right/left while ments, and to arrange instruction locally. the onlookers run for cover. To illustrate 1. Having a proper hold on the club better smash. www.ohpoa.com | Fall 2018 | The Ocean Breeze | 17 Holiday Gift Show & Sale to be held at Hammock Landscaping tips for newcomers (and others!) Beach Resort By Allynne Jones Every week practically, there are home- our zone. Along the same line: annuals The Hammock Beach Resort will host its owners who have moved to our area you may have planted in the summer fourth annual Holiday Gift Show & Sale either from the North or from farther up North may be winter annuals here. on Saturday, Nov. 17, from 12 p.m. – 4 South. To assist these newcomers, here For example, cool season flowers for our p.m. in the club’s Atlantic Ballroom. All are some tips for newcomers and perhaps zone would include pansies, petunias, community members are invited to at- for everyone. snapdragons, dusty miller, lobelia, and tend and shop for family and friends on dianthus, to name a few. Keep in mind, their holiday lists — a terrific opportu- Gardening in Florida is different than when purchasing any flowers, whether nity to find unique gifts, just in time for most other areas — timing, plant selec- Photo courtesy Hammock Beach Resort you have deer that visit your yard. the holiday season. Talented Hammock tion, insects, soil and weather — all, in Beach Resort Club members and local their work. Choose from a wide selec- many cases, have to be relearned. Vegetables have two seasons in Florida, artists will be showcasing and selling tion of jewelry, artwork, mixed media, but not all vegetables thrive at all times. hand painted clutches, Lifetime candles, Know what your hardiness zone is: Zone This time of year, look for cool season Christmas ornaments and accessories, 9. Frequently, plants are sold that are vegetables such as lettuce or broccoli. quilts, cosmetic lines and homemade not cold hardy in our zone. The higher You can grow vegetables in containers or baked goods, nut butters and honey the zone numbers, the more likely the grow boxes as well. To- and much more. Raffle tickets will be plant will suffer freeze damage. Similarly, matoes can be planted in the fall in a distributed to all attendees for a chance not all palms grow well in our area. Do container or grow box and will produce of winning a luxurious spa gift basket. not assume they will do well in our area fruit before the cooler season sets in. just because they are for sale somewhere This event is open to the public. Cash, local. In our area, pay special attention This part of Florida is an area of ex- checks and credit cards will be accepted. to salt tolerant palms as well as cold tremes: too much water / not enough tolerance. water. Too cold / too hot! You will learn New GM cont. from pg. 9 how to water without over watering. Conversely, plants that you loved in the (One of the leading causes of problems is Not long after, the Ginn Company ac- quick to recognize stars in the organiza- North may not grow here — bulbs like over watering.) Established plantings and quired the Ocean Hammock Course and tion. Hiring the right people is one of his tulips and trees like lilacs, for example — grass only require ¾” to 1” of water per Lodge, with Hauer becoming Director keys to staff success, while another key is won’t grow in the South as it is not cold week and frequently plants in decorative of Golf for both courses. In the ensuing setting solid standards of service. enough. There are a lot of plants that containers are “killed with kindness, not years, the golf program grew and pros- may say Zone 9, but as a rule, we do not neglect.” pered, hosting many corporate groups as When speaking of future goals, Hauer have enough “chill hours” for many of well as successful tournaments including mentions membership, service and facili- these northern favorites. The best advice we can give all new- a PGA Tour event and two Champions ties goals. His long tenure at The Club comers and any gardener: ask a lot of Perennials and annuals can cause confu- Tour events. gives him a keen understanding of the questions and read the plant information value of the membership and a strong sion too. Plants that were frozen out up well! When Hurricane Matthew arrived on desire to enhance the Member Experi- north thrive here year round. Conversely, Friday, Oct. 7, 2016, it had a devastating ence. Becoming a Forbes Certified facil- if you moved from farther south, plants Allynne Jones is a Florida Certified Horti- effect on the Ocean Course. A wise deci- ity with respect to service is a goal that that may have thrived in South Florida cultural Professional with Verdego Garden sion was made by ownership to rebuild requires staff to achieve “anticipatory” could possibly suffer freeze damage in Center. the course rather than merely repair it. excellent service. Staff training is ongoing Hauer now had a huge project to lead, to attain this certification. With the facil- Sugar cont. from pg. 12 making strategic decisions, supporting ity now in its 16th year, Hauer’s goals for line staff and dealing with the inevitable the grounds and facility are focused on much needed fiber. I love designer coffees (that caramel bumps and glitches along the way. The continual improvement and upgrading. swirl, two pumps of hazelnut syrup, and new Ocean Course opened in November Spaghetti Sauce: This is one of my One challenge for Hauer as GM is over- whipped cream), but alas, I study and 2017 to rave reviews. Senior manage- favorite products to highlight. Spaghetti study those menu cards in search of the ment recognized the scope of Hauer’s seeing the “many moving parts” of the sauces are advertised in so many varieties complex — Membership Club, hotel, coffee with the lowest calorie content. I strategic leadership in bringing the proj- that it can become confusing to figure always end up choosing a tall coffee, no ect to completion. beach, multiple pools, corporate events out which one is best. Let me dispel any and several dining operations. Another cream or flavored syrup saving myself myths you may have: whether jarred or almost 100 grams of added sugar. My When the GM position became vacant, challenge is maintaining and enhancing canned, they all contain high amounts Carlton Grant chose Hauer, noting the physical plant as it ages. He has a advice as a lover of coffee shops and all of sugar. It’s always best to make your they have to offer: choose your favorite that he had “demonstrated a dedication firm belief that his goals are attainable own sauce. It’s a lot easier than you think to delivering the highest quality guest and looks forward to leading the resort coffee wisely or better yet, get your coffee (fresh tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, and fix at home. and club member service experiences,” moving forward. fresh oregano are all you need). and had “proven his commitment to Protein Bars: Proteins bars can be a the property going above and beyond On a personal note, Hauer lives in Palm Sports Drinks: Do not be seduced by Coast with wife, Kelly and daughter, convenient snack when you’re on the many times.” Some of Hauer’s strengths the latest and fanciest sports drinks go and don’t have time for a real meal. mentioned by Grant were a “strong un- Braelyn. He remains an avid golfer or smart waters on the store shelves. whose favorite course (other than the Although manufacturers are now pro- derstanding of Forbes Four Star service Remember, most of these products are ducing healthier protein bars, many still quality standards and training” as well two Hammock Beach courses) is Golden designed for high performance athletes Ocala, a “classic.” His favorite playing contain around 30 grams of sugar (that’s as the ability “to develop strong positive (marathon runners, football and basket- five days of allotted sugar for women). relationships with club members.” professional is Jordan Spieth, a “class ball players, soccer players, etc.). If you’re act.” The only major golf tournament Stick with yogurt or any natural source not engaging in intense or long periods of protein. Hauer is highly complimentary of Ham- Hauer has not attended is the U.S. Open of exercise, you should stick to water. mock Beach employees, now numbering … and he has enjoyed traveling to Au- Donna M. Gialone is a Personal Trainer, 500. He believes in acknowledging excel- gusta for 26 Masters. Flavored Coffees: As a card-carrying Spin Instructor, and Nutrition Counselor. lent service and performance, so he is coffee junky, I can tell you honestly that 18 | The Ocean Breeze | Fall 2018 | www.ohpoa.com “Old Men” and the Sea cont. from pg. 12 Community Outreach cont. from pg. 4
of fish which generally don’t by Dolly Parton as a means of encourag- According to their website (flaglered- make it on their dinner menus ing literacy within her own community, foundation.org/programs/stuff-bus/) and are immediately released has today grown into an initiative that “The S.T.U.F.F. Bus seeks to provide im- back into the surf. These reaches worldwide. As a child, Dolly mediate support to our school commu- include black tip sharks, nurse read to her parents and this memory nities by nurturing the social, physical, sharks, bonnet sharks and formed the foundation for her program. emotional and academic wellbeing of our stingrays (also called skate fish). The Imagination Library has supplied youth by providing essentials to all stu- more than dents. This When asked what the best time 100,000,000 program is to fish would be, the response books to specifically given was, “when you can.” The date and designed Ocean Hammock crew gener- Dolly dedi- to keep ally cast their lines an hour cated the students or two before and after a tide 100 mil- from feeling change, with the strength of lionth book, shamed for the tide affecting the bite. For a special needing example, a full moon pulling a edition of assistance. higher than normal tide should her own Since 2010, facilitate a better than average “My Coat of we have bite. Also, hotter temperatures Many Col- served over tend to make the fish lethar- ors,” to the 20,000 gic, so fishing in the mornings Library of students, and evenings can yield a more Congress. (Additional information can thousands of pounds of clothing and productive fishing venture. be found at https//imaginationlibrary. supplies.” The last bit of wisdom gleaned com/) Stephen Costa with a nurse shark. The Ocean Hammock Community from our beach anglers is, “In One thousand four hundred children Outreach committee donated $2,000 from Flagler County participate in this for needed supplies and/or clothing to prepared properly. program. This is the third year we have be purchased for distribution via the The most sought after donated to the Dolly Parton Imagination STUFF Bus. prize fish are Redfish and Library for a total of $2900. Other projects slated for 2018 include Black Drum. Both types Families in Transition (FIT): This pro- donating $250 to Making Strides of fish are a challenge to gram helps homeless children and youth Against Breast Cancer, a fundraising catch, and delicious to eat. in Flagler County who lack a fixed and event sponsored by the Hammock Beach Size parameters to keep what would be defined as an adequate Ladies Golf Association (HBLGA). This are specific: 18” to 27” for nighttime residence. Many sleep in is the third year we have donated to this Redfish, and 14” to 24” for abandoned hotels, motels, dilapidated great cause. In planning for the holi- Black Drum. All other sizes trailers, abandoned cars or even in public days, our committee will purchase hams must be released back into locations not designated for sleep. Infor- ($1,500 total) and deliver them to the the surf. mation regarding this program and how Resource Center in Bunnell. These items Pompano are also great individuals are identified for assistance will be distributed throughout December tasting fish, but hard to can be found at https://flaglerschools. to families within Flagler County. catch. They tend to migrate com/district/fit-families-in-transition. We look forward to continuing to serve up and down the east coast Our committee recently learned that individuals within our community, but chasing the perfect water there are currently 367 homeless children could not do this without the generosity temperature. If you happen in Flagler County. Upon learning this, of all those who contribute through our to be fishing at the right we donated $1,000 to be used in support pledge drives and fundraising events. time of year, they like sand of this program. fleas and shrimp. Another Dan Wise wrestling a nurse shark. Pam Weber is Director of Communications great fish to catch and eat “Supplying Things U Find Fundamen- of Ocean Hammock Community Out- is the flounder; however, tal” also known as the STUFF Bus: reach. like the Pompano, it doesn’t appear that the end, we have to remember why they often along our beach. call it fishing and not catching.” Our “old men” and lady angler are often Santiago probably would have said the Be a considerate dog owner surprised by landing some combinations same thing. We all love our pets, but it is important to be respectful of our neighbors when visiting the community’s common areas.
Please follow these regulations so that the common areas may be enjoyed by everyone.
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