Electronic Chickasaw Point of View [email protected] July 2018 Chickasaw Happenings

The Annual Fourth of July Celebration was held on Saturday, June 30. For the fourth year, it began with the parade of golf carts and utility vehicles. Below are four of the twenty–seven vehicles decorated in red, white and blue that participated this year.

Every parade needs a cheering crowd, so one large group of friends gathered at the home of Mike and Maxine Dunn on Chickasaw Drive for brunch and parade watching.

As the parade vehicles gathered at the Community Center, Ann Marie Weber served as assistant to Jerry Sitton and helped to put the vehicles in line.

Later in the day, residents and guests gathered on the deck of The Grill for the traditional picnic sponsored by the Chickasaw Point Men’s Club. Overseeing the grill at the picnic were (from the left) Greg Woodson, Roseanne Weber and Jay Ratliff.

After the picnic, members of the Oconee Eagles RC Club demonstrated the capabilities of their planes during an air show. The club has 40 members and flies near Westminster, South Carolina. Anyone interested in joining the club or just watching them fly should contact Ralph Yates or Darwin Ford.

Scott Boone launches his plane as part of the air Surrounded by club members, Darwin Ford show. shows off his plane before it crashed into the trees.

Fireworks completed the night.

Another Chickasaw Point tradition is the Men’s Club Pancake Breakfast on Memorial Day Weekend. Residents and guests were able to choose from pancakes or waffles with all the trimmings.

From the left, Joel Rexford and Powell Waite From the left, Joe Steinkirchner, Mike Berardo serve pancakes and sausages to the guests. and Jerry Sitton volunteered to staff the kitchen.

From the left, volunteers Mike Dittmer and Gerry Large made waffles for the hungry guests.

On the deck of The Grill, you will find a new bench on which you can relax and chat with friends. It was a gift from the Salem Lions Club and the engraved plaque says,

“Presented to members and staff of the Chickasaw Point Golf Club In recognition of their hosting the 2018 Salem Lions Club Charity Golf Tournament”.

From the Board of the Property Owners Association By Don Smith, President of the POA

Many of you might remember that the Chickasaw Point Golf Association (CPGA) was once an important part of managing the golf course in conjunction with the Property Owners Association (POA) Board. After many discussions with residents and the growing amount of work we need to do concerning the golf course, the POA Board has decided to re-form the CPGA. The CPGA will assist the General Manager, Lisa Rose, in all areas of management for the golf course.

The Board of Directors for the CPGA will consist of: The Current President of the POA, Don Smith The Current President of the CPGA, Randy Woodson Resident in good standing selected by the POA and CPGA, Skip Holden

The Officers of the CPGA are: President – Randy Woodson Vice President – Pat Craft Secretary – Kim Wolcoveick Treasurer – Current POA Treasurer, Don Long Additional members – Jim Friesen and Lee Ray Thompson

All of these residents have volunteered their time to improve the golf experience at Chickasaw Point, and the POA Board looks forward to working with them! The officers will be looking for additional people to serve on various committees, so if you are interested, please contact one of them. Communications and Public Relations By Gene Blair, Director of Communications and Public Relations Well, the time has arrived! This will be my last article as the Director of Communications and Public Relations (PR). Twelve years ago this August, I was elected to the board of the Chickasaw Point Property Owners Association (POA). I am honored that you chose to re-elect me three more times over the years. Now it is time to step aside and let someone else sit up front at the meetings, leaving me the opportunity to sit in the audience. From day one, I was assigned the responsibility of handling our communications and PR. It was exciting and challenging, but we made great progress. By we, I mean all the folks who did all the real work. I remember sitting in the activity center addressing printed Point of View (POV) newspapers with a large group sitting around putting on labels and sorting for mailing. And that was after so many spent weeks composing the paper itself. Some of that group migrated to our current team when we converted to an electronic version several years ago. I also remember the daunting task of creating new brochures for the community and the golf course. Then over the years, updating them to keep them current. We were highly fortunate to have found a vendor who was amazing at realizing our vision and converting it into a final product. Then, with the same vendor, we did a major upgrade to our website and added videos, narrations, etc. The website became so successful that realtors began including it on their sites as a link and using it for marketing from their offices. The first thing I learned was to get as much free "advertising" as possible. We did that through submitting "human interest" articles to the local papers. One time it included a full-page article about Chickasaw Point volunteerism including a photo of approximately 90 volunteers lined up at the golf course. We even had WYFF4 out here to welcome home a resident's son when he came back from the Middle East. The coverage on TV was something we could never have afforded to pay for ourselves. I personally went out into the local community and got involved with various service organizations. They were a great platform for promoting Chickasaw Point. As my networking grew, I was able to spend years on the Board of the Oconee Chamber of Commerce. I created an organization called VOSO (Voice of South Oconee) consisting of leaders from the lower end of the county. Our membership/distribution list consisted of over 7,000 members through the various communities in this area. I was on the Oconee County Economic Development Commission and worked to get the Industrial Park built during my years there. I also served on the Oconee County Transit Advisory Board, working with consultants to plan for public transportation countywide. I worked closely with the county council members and our state representatives on a variety of issues that affected us directly and indirectly. In fact, Paul Corbeil (past county council member) and I were instrumental in creating the Mountain Lakes Communities Association around 2006. I currently sit on that board, and we were recently instrumental in revising state legislation that would have had a severe impact on POAs. Finally, I was fortunate enough to serve on the board of the Oconee Memorial Hospital for eight years. That gave me the opportunity to have an impact on the stability of our local hospital and to greatly enhance its safety and quality measurements. Last December, I realized I was working harder as a retiree than when I was getting paid for working. So, I resigned from 90% of these endeavors and decided to play more golf! I share all of this with you, because I wanted you to know that I did my best, but, at 73, I want to slow down. Someone younger and with more energy needs to take the reins. I finally get to sit and watch. I love this community and the people who live in it. I especially love the people who did the actual work in Communications and PR. Thank you all!

I am sure that I speak for our entire community when I express appreciation for all that Gene has done for our community during his time on the Board of Directors. Under his leadership, Chickasaw Point has become known as a destination for friendly community living and first-rate recreational amenities. Gene, I wish you all the best there is and may your golf ball land in the fairways.

Bonnie Craft Editor, Chickasaw Point of View

Chickasaw Point Road Progress Update By Mike Dittmer, Director of Roads Paving on Point Road, including shoulder work and striping was completed in June 2018. Striping was also completed on Oconee Avenue. Many thanks to the Point Road volunteers and some volunteers from Oconee Avenue (including the President of the POA, Don Smith) who helped finalize the shoulder work with crusher run, grass seed and mulch. This was a challenge due to the heavy rains we encountered, but after many attempts, we have a great final product. Thanks to all. The NEW crack seal machine is now operational (thanks to many) with testing complete on Oconee Avenue. We will do more when the weather cools down. We are currently in the process of securing quotes to pave the front entrance. For those that are not aware, the roads in Chickasaw Point were never properly paved when the subdivision was developed over 40 years ago. In addition, the maintenance of the roads has been neglected for many years. There is a plan in place to address road maintenance. To get all the roads addressed will take many years and significant finances. Point Road Final Surface

The Road Committee along with volunteers spread pine straw and mulch with grass seed onto the shoulders of the road to control erosion when it rains.

Safety By Dave Sabo, Director of Safety SUMMER’S HERE! It is hot, humid and sunny. Our activities are at a high level. Our safety awareness and practices also need to shift to a high level to match our activities. Here are a few tips and some reminders for areas that deserve our attention to BE SAFE.

AT HOME Stay aware of the likelihood of rapidly changing weather and the advent of severe thunderstorms and local effects of hurricanes. Before the storms, check around your yard for dead trees and debris that could become a safety hazard. Have them cleaned up and removed. During storms, the safest place to be is inside. Stay off corded phones, computers and other equipment that puts you in contact with electricity. It is time to again check the readiness of fire extinguishers, and the operation of all smoke alarms. It is also a good time to check your bulletin board’s Safety, First Aid and Emergency Preparedness Information and Contacts List to be sure all information is current. If it is not, update it. Check and refresh the contents of your First Aid and Emergency – Disaster kits. Fireworks, though offering lots of enjoyment, can be very dangerous. Exercise safe practices and be aware of the safety of everyone around you. Keep a bucket of water, garden hose or fire extinguisher nearby in case of fire. Sources of helpful information about these can be found on line at www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov, www.nws.noaa.gov and www.oconeecountyemergencyservices.com. (To access the links, click on the IP address.)

ON THE ROADS Outdoor activities are in full swing throughout Chickasaw Point. Traffic of all kinds, not just cars and trucks, is present on our roads. People of all ages, pets and animals of all kinds and sizes are also frequently present. Please observe traffic signs and exercise caution at all times. Please, please observe the 25 mph speed limit at all times. In areas where there is a high level of activity and a concentration of people, especially children, slow down to 15 mph. Constantly keep safety in mind when encountering downed trees and especially fallen electrical power lines on the roads during and after storms. Stay well clear of them to avoid the risk of electrocution. If you become trapped, use a cell phone to call for help.

ON THE GOLF COURSE For our golfers, here are a few safety-related subjects. While lightning is a well-recognized danger on golf courses, dehydration, energy loss and heat stroke are far more common. Be sure to hydrate well before going out on the course and take along plenty of water or sports drinks and energy bars. Use them before the first indication that you are thirsty or feel weak. Also, the terrain on the paths of Chickasaw Point Golf Course is very steep in some places. Be especially careful in these areas and keep your carts at a slow, safe speed.

AROUND THE WATER—AT THE POOL—IN THE LAKE With hot, humid and sunny weather comes more time on, in, and around the water. Play it safe whether you are boating, fishing, doing watersports, swimming or just enjoying time on the dock, beach or around the pool. Pay special attention to hydration. Even though you are in and around water, your body needs water in it. Coffee and alcoholic beverages are not good hydrators, they are dehydrators. Be sure to hydrate well, using water or sports drinks before and during physical activities. Always use sunscreen even during cloudy days. Even though pool or beach attendants may be on duty, do not assume they are Lifeguards. Often they are not. Familiarize yourself with the availability of lifesaving equipment. Be aware of the people around you, especially young children, at all times. If you are going out on the lake or rivers, do not go alone. Let others know where you are going. Information on watersports is available from the United States Coast Guard, and the Boat US Foundation. More on these and other safety subjects will be provided in the next issue. In the meantime, if you need more information or have a question about safety at Chickasaw Point, please contact me by phone at 864-972-1711 or by email at [email protected]. Have fun and a SAFE summer. PROGRESS REPORT ON OUR CHICKASAW POINT EVENT CENTER PROPOSAL Today is the best day to start working toward our future vision. Excerpts from Current Update By Darragh Geist, Long Range Planning Committee

First, we would like to thank the many property owners who participated in our Long Range Plan Feasibility Study and town hall meetings earlier this year… Your input and willingness to step up were key factors in encouraging the Board to move forward with the proposal to upgrade the amenities… …Our goal with this update is to make sure you are informed about where the effort to upgrade our community facilities stands right now… At the December 2, 2017 Property Owners Association (POA) Board quarterly meeting we presented a five-year, three-phase project for the adaptive-reuse of our two existing community buildings. • Phase I – remodeling and expanding the existing Clubhouse/Pro Shop/POA Office to improve functionality and safety. • Phase II – add an indoor/outdoor facility to the remodeled Clubhouse to create a central Community Event Center. • Phase III – the existing community center would be transitioned into a Recreation/Fitness Center. This was considered a fiscally responsible approach in that each phase builds upon the other, but each can also stand-alone until the next phase is needed and financially feasible. Following the presentation, on December 18, the board sent out a notice to all property owners that a feasibility study had been approved… and that study was completed during the first quarter. The data received from the Feasibility Study and the Town Hall meetings was compiled and presented to the Board and attendees at the April 21, 2018 quarterly meeting… Most importantly, we determined that there was indeed community support for using a capital campaign … So far we have 83 property owners who said they would consider making a contribution once we had more information put together and 63 have already shown their support by pledging $147,350 towards our goal of $200,000... The following is an update on all the work that has been accomplished since the Long Range Planning Committee informed the community of our proposal to upgrade our facilities to better serve the needs and address issues with our aging buildings in the January 2017 POV. That proposal was based on the need to proactively invest in our facilities and amenities…

Feasibility Study Key Findings At the April 21, 2018 quarterly board meeting we gave the following key findings to the board and attendees: • A diverse group of 133 property owners were interviewed or completed surveys… • The findings also include input from over 200 residents who attended two town hall meetings… Overall, a majority of the property owners who provided input to the study agreed that: • They would benefit from a “social event center facility” that will serve the entire community, … The facility needs to be able to serve from 180 to 200 people. • Our current buildings are nearly a half a century old and require ongoing maintenance dollars and resources… Other significant findings were that: • While the original recommendation was to accomplish the event center upgrade in two phases the majority would like to see it combined into one project. • There would be a higher level of support if the committee developed a project plan and budget estimates for the entire proposal including how funding requirements would be met • There was a high level of support for a recreation and fitness center in the current Community Center adjacent to the pool and tennis courts. • There was support for transitioning the golf course loan assessment, at least at the current rate, to an assessment targeted for improvement of our community facilities. • Several respondents who stated they were not in favor of the event center project as proposed indicated they would be supportive of the project when the golf course loan was paid off and funds could be redirected to this effort • Residents feel that the grill is a positive benefit to the community… The valuable input we received from the study caused us to go back to the drawing board to develop a plan combining phase I and II into one project with a target for preliminary presentation at the July 21 POA Board Meeting… Building Design and Location: • The event center/clubhouse has been located to achieve three goals: control and support the activities on the course; support the activities of the golfers; and be an amenity for the com- munity, especially by providing good quality, convenient food service… • The proposed event center and clubhouse will be an important community facility placed in a park-like setting, serving as a gateway to the golf course… • The exterior design will be in keeping with our community vision of rustic elegance and take advantage of the views of the golf course and sunsets… • There will be a main entrance, hopefully with a drive through portico, as a focal point for the event center and administrative offices, and separate entrances for the pro-shop and pub dining. • The new building will be in excess of 10,000 square feet and the design will have the • capacity to accommodate between 180 and 200 guests, even more on the expansive deck areas…

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Project Tasks: • Move forward with the next phase of the Event Center planning combining Phase I & Phase II into a single project to support 180+ people. COMPLETED • The Long Range Plan facility team to identify key “facility requirements” … COMPLETED • Develop new conceptual design for single structure. COMPLETED *** • Prepare formal Basis of Design packet to be used for the purpose of appraising the proposed event center. DRAFT COMPLETED AND UNDER REVIEW • Develop preliminary cost estimates. TARGET FOR JULY 21 BOARD MEETING • … Identify any projects or efforts that can be accomplished by volunteers to help reduce costs. IN PROGRESS • Operational planning for the POA Business Office and CPGA, Inc. during the construction phase. IN PROGRESS • Present updated plans/cost/financing plans at annual POA meeting. TARGET AUGUST 25 • Construction start dependent on design plans being finalized and financial components being satisfied. Financial strategy to include the following elements: a. Capital Campaign expanded to the entire community with $200,000 goal b. POA contribution as a result of property sales c. POA exploring/obtaining commercial financing options including refinance/extension of the current golf course loan d. Community sponsored-fund raising projects Finally, this project is still a work in progress and updated information will be presented at the following POA Board Meetings: • Saturday, July 21, 2018 POA Board Quarterly Meeting • Saturday, August 25, 2018 POA Board Annual Meeting We encourage all property owners to attend these meetings.

Golf Course Membership Campaign - Off To a Good Start! By Mike Dunn, Co-Chairman of the Golf Course Membership Council

On May 1, 2018, the Board of Directors of the Property Owners Association (POA), in conjunction with the Golf Course Membership Council (GCMC), kicked off a new “Flexibility with Affordability” membership campaign. The goals and objectives of the new campaign were aimed at revitalizing a declining membership base and increasing golf course revenue. Highlights of the new campaign include:

•Special per/round rates for all Chickasaw Point Property Owners •Affordable membership rate structure •Flexible membership options  Week Day  Weekend  Full  Gold •Reduced trail/cart fees for members

As of July 1, 2018, eighteen new individuals and/or families have joined, and two current members have added annual trail fees to their memberships. In addition, several individuals and families have taken advantage of the revised “driving range” memberships. The eighteen new additions represent an overall membership increase of 25% (the first membership increase in over eight years). The new memberships are as follows:

•Eight (8) - Full Time Five (5) family Three (3) individual •Eight (8) - Week Day Three (3) family Five (5) individual •Two (2) - Weekend Two (2) individual

We are expecting more individuals and families to join as a result of the recently concluded “new golfer” group lessons. Soon, we will be expanding the membership campaign to attract members from outside Chickasaw Point. Currently, 12% of our memberships are from non-property owners. If you are interested in one of the “flexible and affordable” memberships, and would like more information, please visit www.chickasawpoint.org and click on “documents” to review all of the membership options and rates; or, you can contact the pro-shop at 864-972-9623.

Women’s Club Has Most Members Ever for 2018 By Tudie Waite, Vice President

The Chickasaw Point Women’s Club is a social and community outreach group that offers friendship, resources and support to its members, their families as well as our local community. This year has broken all past numbers for membership, almost reaching 125. Yearly fees are $15.00. It is open to all Chickasaw Point women as well as women outside of our community. Meetings are held once a month for socials and business. Informative and fun programs are often included. Once a month, The Lunch Bunch luncheon is held at a different local venue. The Women's Club sponsors the Christmas Dinner Dance, the New Year's Eve Party, the Super Bowl Party, as well as other fun events during the year. Over the past year, these events have been sellouts, and members are provided the chance to buy tickets before they are sold to the Chickasaw Point community. The club votes and makes contributions to both Chickasaw Point and Oconee County Service projects each year. This year, the club voted to raise funds and provide a major contribution of money and time to a swimming pool center beautification project. A committee was formed to complete this ongoing project. The flowers, murals, and other decorations are courtesy of your Chickasaw Women’s Club! The Women's Club meets in the Community Center on the second Thursday of every month except for our traditional bye months of July and August. Meeting times may change depending on the agenda, but the usual time is 6:30 p.m. social and 7:00 p.m. meeting. If you are new or are not currently a member, please join us as a guest. You will not be disappointed! Call any member of the board if you have questions. The 2018 officers are President, Nancy Aden (805-691-4035); Vice President, Tudie Waite (770-315-3235); Secretary, Shirley Sabo (678-596-0668); Treasurer, Becky Black (770-841-9055) and Historian, Mary Hicks (770-851-3472).

Women’s Club members gathered to Eighteen planters were added to the deck area prepare the planters for the pool. From of the pool to add beauty and color. the left are Pam Crawford, Frankie Ables, Trudy Grosse, Joann Schupbach and Diane Long. Gene Crawford observes from the background.

Sponsored by the Women’s Club, residents and guests gathered at the Pool Party for games, food, fun and Hawaiian entertainment.

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On Monday, June 4, the Collins Beach Bags for ten boys, plus adult resident BK, and six girls were filled with goodies. Each child received a bathing suit, flip flops, shorts, shirt, beach towel, sunglasses, goggles, sun screen, lip balm, water bottle, comb or hair brush, ball cap or visor, hand sanitizer and a water toy. The Boys & Girls House Parents received a beach bag with First Aid Supplies: band aids, ace bandages, peroxide, alcohol, calamine lotion, cough drops, ice packs and aloe. Also extra sun screen, lip balm, hand sanitizer, body lotion, bath soap, flip flops and extra beach towels were left with the House Parents. A “Rainy Day” Bag of games, puzzles and crafts, as well as a bag of beach games and toys was provided for use by all of the children. A generous supply of snacks was also donated for their beach trip. Thank you to everyone who took a child to sponsor, brought items from the “suggested” list to help fill the bags and donated cash, so we could complete the bags as evenly as possible for each child.

Chickasaw Point Blood Drive By Marilyn Smith, Co-Cordinator

The Blood Drive was a huge success!!!!! We had a fantastic turnout for the June 16 blood drive!!! We had 54 people scheduled to give blood. Three people did not show up, five people tried, but were turned down and 46 pints were donated. This is the best turnout so far!!! Thank you to everyone! Thanks to Rosemary Bein, Joyce Dittmer, Carolyn Messenger, Joan Manee and Angie Munzenmaier for doing the hard job of calling and scheduling people. A big thank you also to Shari Waldo, Kathy Nikels, Janet Surdock, Marianne Porcheddu and Natalie Nicholson for the wonderful cookies. They were delicious!! Our next blood drive will be in October 6. Memorial Day Tennis Tournament By Bob Holmes

The twenty-seventh year of the Memorial Day Tennis Tournament brought Differences along with the Usual. We will get to the Differences later. Usual: Was rain to damper our day or would there be clear skies and dry courts or would the ever-present April/May downpours continue? Thankfully, Sunday’s tournament dodged the rain while twenty-one residents and guests enjoyed the usual competitive tennis using the sixteen-point mixed doubles format. Our veteran scorer Katlyn, brought us the same expertise in recording scores. Thank you, Katlyn! Chickasaw’s volunteer spirit was evident as gazebos were erected, tables and ice assembled, and courts cleaned. Plates of brownies, cinnamon buns, pineapple and watermelon slices appeared to the enjoyment of players and spectators. Thank you, Pattie, Patrick, Kim and Carol. Prior to play on this commemorative Memorial Day weekend, Lt. Colonel Joel Rexford (retired), a 27-year Army veteran led us in prayer and a new way to commemorate this national holiday by remembering the veterans chosen through our nation’s archives of fallen soldiers. As usual, play was spirited and competitive throughout the four rounds of tennis per player. The coveted Women’s trophy for first place was won by Jill Skawinski, SunDee Wright placed second and Abbie Garlan and Stephanie O’Connor tied for third. And as the play wound down on the courts, players and spectators enjoyed Kim Wolcoveick’s grilled hot dogs and Sheila Holley’s baked beans. And, as is often the case, as spectators arrived, there appeared some adult beverages welcomed by those attending. The competitive spirit of our players continued throughout the morning despite the gathering of From the left are Jill Skawinski, first place clouds. And that transitions us into the … winner, Abby Garlan and Stephanie Differences: Eight new players joined the O’Connor, who tied for third place. The tournament play which included new Chickasaw second place winner was SunDee Wright. Point residents Nancy and David Daffner, (photo not available) SunDee Wright and Ann Wisner. Also playing were visiting guests, Deb Rust, Abbie Garlan and Mike and Stephanie O’Connor. Thank you for joining us and come back on September 2 for the Labor Day Festivities. The close competition continued to the Men’s side of the roster with three battling for first place and the coveted Men’s trophy with identical scores. Ken Grabowski, Patrick Meinert and Marc Menigo drew for first place, with Ken Grabowski winning the draw. Ken quickly added that they were all winners, and the draw was pure luck. However, he took the coveted trophy anyway. Although we have had ties in the past, there have never been three players tied for first place before. Lastly, our thanks to photographer Trey South who captured the action courtside and the players and spectators throughout the morning tournament. Also, thanks to Lynn Holley who kept the courts full while scheduling twenty-one players for the required four matches. And the final Difference: Chickasaw Point’s tennis and pickle ball amenities have had a “tree trim”. The removal of shrubs and large branches that rested on our fence lines will result in more air flow and drying of the court surfaces and far From the left: Ken Grabowski, Marc Menigo less debris on the courts. Our thanks to Director and Patrick Meinert tied for first place. A of Amenities, Ed Black; Director of Safety, draw was conducted to determine the first Dave Sabo and the Property Owners Association place winner. Congratulations to Ken for (POA) Board for this court improvement. winning the trophy.

Guys and Gals Golf Tournament By Bonnie Craft, CPLGA Leadership Committee

Once again the Chickasaw Point Ladies Golf Association (CPLGA) sponsored the annual Guys and Gals Golf Tournament. Held on Thursday, June 14, each pair of golfers arrived to discover the identity of their playing partners for the four person Best Ball format. To start the morning, members of the CPLGA provided a continental breakfast during registration. A Big Thank You to all of the ladies who brought the breakfast foods and fruit. The weather was beautiful and contributed to the success of the tournament. After the completion of play, the golfers gathered at The Grill for lunch. During lunch the following prizes were awarded:

From the left, in First Place were From the left, in Second Place were Randy Woodson, Joan Woodson, Steve Reynolds, Kim Wolcoveick, Deborah Herrick and Howard Herrick. Patti Ray and Greg Ray (not pictured).

From the left, in Third Place were Dick Christensen, Phyllis Christensen, Janice Watkins, and Leon Watkins. From the left, in Fourth Place were Caitlin Magennis, Michael Meades, Harriet Murphy and Bruce Murphy.

From the left, in Fifth Place were Ed London, Paula Meades, Bonnie Craft and Pat Craft.

From the left, in Sixth Place were Deb Allen, Gerry Large, Jo McKenna and Larry McDowell.

Luke Watkins (left) presents the Closest to the Pin prizes on Holes 4 and 17 to Steve Reynolds (right).

Luke Watkins accepts the Luke Watkins (left) presents prize for the Closest to the the prize for Closest to the Pin on Hole 4 for winner Pin on Hole 17 to Maxine Dunn. Judy Letsinger (right). Luke Watkins (left) presents the prize for Closest to the Line to Phyllis Christensen (right).

Luke Watkins (left) presents the prize for Closest to the Line to Ron Hough (right). Oconee County Friends Of The Library By Jean Mercer

There is still lots of good summer reading available at the Oconee County Friends of the Library Book Sales. See our fantastic selection of paper backs at four for $1.00 in the basement of the Walhalla Branch of the Oconee County Library, 501 W. South Broad Street, Walhalla, South Carolina. Upcoming sales are on Saturday, July 21 (9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.); Thursday, August 9 (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.); Thursday, September 13 (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.); Thursday, October 11 (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) and Saturday, October 20 (9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.). Also, low prices on DVD's, CD's, puzzles and magazines are available. Call Jean Mercer at 972-9669, if you are interested in volunteering for shelving books and helping with the sales. Community Spotlight Carolina Gumbaya Owned by Chickasaw Point Residents

As of January 15, 2018, Carolina Gumbaya has relocated to Chickasaw Point from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Carolina Gumbaya is a business that sells Gumbo to Grocery Stores and is distributed through a national distributor. The owners, Laura and Ed, are full time residents. You may have tried their Chicken and Sausage Gumbo at a special dinner at The Grill in May which helped raise funds for our New Restaurant Equipment fund. Both Laura and Ed have a background in the food industry, from owning restaurants, to having Duke Foods manufacture their line of gumbos for sale to the food service industry and retail grocery stores, such as Publix and Harris Teeter. Their line of gumbos includes Seafood Gumbo, Chicken and Sausage Gumbo and a Vegetarian Gumbo. You can find their gumbo being served at Palmetto Pizza and Subs on Highway 11. Palmetto Pizza also carries the Seafood Gumbo, frozen, to go. You can also contact Ed and Laura at [email protected] for more information.

Westwood One News’ Vietnam Retrospective Nabs Gold Medal Award Excerpts from Talkers.com and Official Announcement of 199th Light Infantry Brigade Reunion

Chickasaw Point resident Jim Bohannon has won the gold medal for best radio documentary in the world at the New York International Radio Festival. The June 18 ceremony honored “Pain & Pride: Remembering Vietnam – 50 Years Later,” which aired during Veterans Day weekend (November, 2017). Westwood One host and Vietnam veteran Bohannon wrote and narrated “Pain & Pride.” Bohannon served with the 199th Light Infantry Brigade (known as Redcatchers) from 1967 -1968. Thirty years ago, his original “Pain & Pride” news special won a New York Festival’s Grand Prize. Also, Jim was the keynote speaker on June 21 at the Branson, Missouri reunion of his Vietnam unit. He gave the Veteran’s Day keynote address at the Vietnam Wall Memorial in Washington in 1990 and was the principal MC for the Vietnam Veterans reunion in Branson in 2005. Jim, host of Westwood One’s The Jim Bohannon Show, is one of America’s top radio personalities. Jim is a member of the National Radio Hall of Fame, and he recently marked his 25th year hosting this program, after 11 years as backup to his predecessor on this radio show, Larry King. He has been voted one of "The 100 Most Important Radio Talk Show Hosts in America” by Talkers Magazine since the list began. The Jim Bohannon Show can be heard from 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. (ET) Monday through Friday on over 500 radio stations across the nation and locally on FM102.9 WDUN. Jim joined Westwood One in 1983 and has anchored newscasts, political conventions and election night coverage. He covered the May 1988 Reagan-Gorbachev summit in Moscow and the 1989 funeral of Japanese emperor Hirohito in Toyko. Jim grew up in Lebanon, Missouri and resides with his wife, Annabelle, on Chippewa Drive.

Heather Lee Joins the Grill Staff

Heather Lee has joined the staff of the Grill at Chickasaw Point. Heather comes to Chickasaw Point from Carolina Bay at Autumn Hall in Wilmington, North Carolina. Carolina Bay is a retirement community with three restaurants on premise. For two and a half years, Heather helped plan and manage their pub menu, and also served as the pub's baker, prep cook and line cook. In addition, her team prepared salads, appetizers and desserts for the fine dining restaurant and handled catering for events, private parties and celebrations. Heather is originally from this area and recently moved back to Seneca, South Carolina to help her father. Most of her work life was spent in administration and management, so culinary arts were a different direction for her. In discussing her career path change, Heather said, "I got into kitchen work late in life, but I chose it. It is hard work, but I love it. It is my creative outlet." With Heather on staff, the Grill is now open seven days a week for lunch.

Carol and James Ambrosino

Making their home at 137 Indian Hills Drive are Carol and James Ambrosino, two of Chickasaw Point’s new residents, who just arrived in June. Carol and James are originally from Pennsylvania, but have moved here from Marlton, New Jersey. James is a retired engineer and Carol retired from providing home daycare for the children of teachers. The Ambrosinos have five children; two live in California, one in D.C. and two in Southern Jersey. They have five grandchildren. Carol enjoys reading and cooking, while James hopes to start up golfing again. You may meet Carol and James at the dog park with their dog Casey. We welcome Carol and James to Chickasaw Point!

Jon and Kim Bearrow

Jon and Kim Bearrow moved from Monroe, Georgia to Chickasaw Point in March 2018. They were very busy in the spring, not only with moving, but their son, Cole, graduated from the University of North Georgia with a degree in elementary and special education. If that was not exciting enough, two weeks after graduation, he got married. Cole and his new wife are planning on making their home in Eugene, Oregon. Kim is still working as a nurse in L&D at Piedmont Hospital in Walton County, Georgia. Jon retired from parks and recreation in Gwinnett County, Georgia. They arrived with their two cats, Boo and Grady. They like to Bass fish and LOVE Clemson. As Jon says, "If you cut us, we will bleed orange." They should fit right in with all the Clemson fans! A big Chickasaw Point "Glad You Are Here!"

Michael and Helen Boling

Michael and Helen Boling are not strangers to Chickasaw Point as they have moved to their new weekend home at 140 Tulip Lane from Camellia Street. The Bolings live in Greenville, South Carolina and visit their Chickasaw Point home on the weekends. They are employed as a buyer and in sales. The Bolings have two children and five grandchildren. Their two pets Chico and Bella round out their family. The Bolings enjoy golf and boating. We are glad they decided to keep Chickasaw Point as their weekend home! Dave and Karan Dabrowski

Dave and Karan Dabrowski leave the heat of their Melbourne, Florida home in the summer to spend time in their log home at 104 Indian Court. The Dabrowskis are originally from Long Island, New York. Both Karan and Dave are enjoying the retired lifestyle. The Dabrowskis have two sons Bryan and Shane and are expecting their first grandchild in August. The Dabrowskis are full of energy and enjoy golfing and working out. We are happy to welcome them as new part time residents of Chickasaw Point!

Greg and Lynn Illeck

Greg and Lynn Illeck have recently moved into 101 Azalea Court from another lake home off Exit 24. Originally from Michigan, Lynn has retired from Clemson University where she worked as a Program Director. Greg continues to work in Cardiovascular Clinic Support from home and also travels. Chickasaw Point is a good halfway point for seeing their two sons, one of which lives in Greenville, South Carolina and the other in Cumming, Georgia. They have two grandchildren whom they enjoy spending time with. Greg and Lynn are truly lake people as they enjoy the lake on their boat, jet ski or kayak. Welcome Greg and Lynn!

Alice Smith and Rick Shierbaum

Alice Smith and Rick Shierbaum are originally from Wilmington, North Carolina and Cleveland, Ohio. They moved from Jacksonville, Florida to Chickasaw Point March of 2018. They moved with Thibodeaux, their Bluetick Coonhound and Chief Red Feathers, their African Grey Parrot. Alice is still working and traveling, doing consulting with system integration. She is hoping to retire next year. I think with all the activities Chickasaw Point has to offer it will not be a problem for her. Rick is a retired iron worker. They like fishing, birds and photography. They have three grandchildren and visit them whenever they can. You might have recently seen Rick at the Gatehouse or in the Pro Shop as he is doing a little part-time work. Be sure and give them a big Chickasaw Point welcome!

Reva Connell

Former Chickasaw Point resident, Reva L. Connell, passed away on Saturday, April 14, 2018 in Snellville, Georgia. Her husband, Presley Connell, and their children, Joy Copeland and Brad Connell and their families, celebrated her life in a service held at the Chickasaw Point Community Center on Saturday, May 5, 2018. Friends and acquaintances were invited to share their fond memories of her during this casual gathering.

Donna Marie Kettmer

Donna Marie Kettmer, 62, of 623 South Hogan Drive, passed away Thursday, April 19, 2018 at the Cottingham Hospice House. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia, the daughter of Eloise Murphy Kettmer of Westminster and the late John William Kettmer. She worked in the administration industry. Survivors include her mother, Eloise Kettmer; son, Will Graham of Athens, Georgia; brother, Kurt William Kettmer of Smyrna, Georgia; and two grandchildren, John Patrick Graham and Nolan Cooper Graham. A memorial service was held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, April 27, 2018 at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, Seneca, South Carolina. Memorials may be made to the Oconee Humane Society, P.O. Box 966, West Union, South Carolina 29696.

Jean Olstin

Former resident Martha Jean Wall Olstin was born July 7, 1948, in High Point, North Carolina, where she is buried. She held a BA from Agnes Scott College in Decatur, Georgia, and an MA from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia as well as doing a working fellowship in Lille, France. She spent her career at Woodward Academy in College Park, Georgia, where she was head of the Foreign Language Department for 35 years. Upon retirement in 2006, she and her husband, Paul J. Olstin, became full-time residents at Chickasaw Point, where they had owned their house since 2002. In 2016 they moved to Statesville, North Carolina, where they were living when Mrs. Olstin died on April 29, 2018. She was a woman of phenomenal intellect, considered opinions, absolute discretion, and staunch loyalty. She possessed the rare ability to be both a good friend and a good boss at the same time, and to see all sides of a question. She is survived by her husband, Paul; her daughter Martha and husband, Travis Aspy, of Charlotte, North Carolina; brother David Wall and wife, Bitsy, of High Point, North Carolina and nephew Martin Wall, wife Morgan, and daughter Lilianna. Woodward Academy has established the Jean W. Olstin Memorial Fund for the Study of World Languages in her honor. Memorials may be directed to the Woodward Academy, 1662 Rugby Avenue, College Park, GA, 30337 or to the educational organization of your choice.

James Taylor

James Howard Taylor, Jr., 71, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, husband of Ellen Gale Carter Taylor died Wednesday, May 2, 2018. The Taylors also own a home at 905 Chickasaw Drive in Chickasaw Point. A memorial service will be held in Seagrove, North Carolina, at a date and time to be announced. His graveside service with military honors will be in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Mr. Taylor was born June 1, 1946, in Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Virginia. He retired from the United States Navy as a Master Chief Petty Officer and served in Vietnam as a Special Forces Military Advisor. After his retirement he worked as a project manager for procedure upgrade programs for nuclear plants. He was an outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fish- ing, as well as riding motorcycles. Mr. Taylor is survived by his wife, Ellen C. Taylor of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina; son, James H. Taylor, III and wife, Michelle, of Erwin, Tennessee; daughter, Cindy McKissock of Arlington, Virginia; three grandchildren, Paul McKissock; Jim H. Taylor, IV and wife, Leah and Hunter Taylor; and one great-grandchild, Braylee Rose Taylor. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5900 Core Road, Suite 504, North Charleston, SC 29406 or the Charleston Animal Society, 2455 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC 29406. Upcoming Events

Water Fitness Classes

Aquasize Audio Instructed Monday and Thursday 10:00 a.m.

Intermediate Water Aerobics Wednesday and Friday 10:00 a.m.

Yoga Water Fitness Certified Instructor Tuesday 10:00 a.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. You do not need to be a swimmer. All levels are welcome to participate in any group. If you have questions, contact Nancy Aden at 972-1860 or [email protected]. Enjoy Beautiful Sunsets with Friends on Lake Hartwell Join the Evening Kayak Group Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Meet at the Chickasaw Beach

Everyone is Welcome! Bring your own kayak and beverage of your choice.

For more information or to be added to the email list, contact Janet Surdock at [email protected].

Weather permitting

Please add your name to the email distribution list, so you will be contacted should there be a cancellation due to weather.

Jogging Club

Meet at the Community Center Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 6:30 a.m. For questions contact Diane Clauson at 540-388-2930.

Mark Your Calendars for The Road Rally On October 13 Dates to Remember

July 21 POA Quarterly Meeting —9:00 a.m.—Community Center 26 Bunko—6:30 p.m.—The Grill—Open to all Residents August 2 Bingo Night at the Grill—6:30 p.m.—The Grill—Open to all Residents 15 Women’s Club Lunch Bunch—Noon—The Grill Men’s Club—5:30 p.m.—Social/Dinner/Meeting—Community Center 16 Bunko—6:30 p.m.—The Grill—Open to all Residents 20 Book Club—3:00 p.m.—Library at the Community Center 24 Trivia Night at Happy Hour—Happy Hour—5:00 p.m./Trivia—6:30 p.m. 25 POA Annual Meeting—10:00 a.m.—Community Center

September 1 Labor Day Pancake Breakfast—Time TBD—The Community Center 2 Labor Day Tennis Tournament—8:30 a.m.—Tennis Courts 3 Rain Date for the Tennis Tournament 6 Bingo Night at the Grill—6:30 p.m.—Open to all Residents 13 Women’s Club Dinner Meeting—5:30 p.m. Social/6:00 p.m. Dinner/Meeting Following—Community Center 14 Trivia Night at Happy Hour—Happy Hour—5:00 p.m./ Trivia—6:30 p.m. 17 Book Club—3:00 p.m.—Library at the Community Center 19 Men’s Club—5:30 p.m.—Social/Dinner/Meeting—Community Center 20 Bunko—6:30 p.m.—The Grill—Open to all Residents

October 4 Bingo Night at the Grill—6:30 p.m.—Open to all Residents 6 Blood Drive—Calls will be made to schedule times to donate. 10 Wine on Wednesday—6:00 p.m.—The Grill— 11 Women’s Club—6:30 p.m. Social/7:00 p.m. Meeting—Community Center 13 Chickasaw Road Rally—Details to Follow 15 Book Club—3:00 p.m.—Library at the Community Center 17 Men’s Club—5:30 p.m.—Social/Dinner/Meeting—Community Center 18 CPLGA Play for P.I.N.K. Golf Tournament—9:00 a.m. 18 Bunko—6:30 p.m.—The Grill—Open to all Residents 19 Trivia Night at Happy Hour—Happy Hour—5:00 p.m./ Trivia—6:30 p.m. 20 POA Quarterly Meeting —9:00 a.m.—Community Center 25 Rain Date for Play for P.I.N.K. Tournament—9:00 a.m. 26 Monster Mash & Mingle Golf Tournament—1:00 p.m.—Details to Follow

• For the entire monthly calendar, Click on www.chickasawpoint.org/poa or go to www.chickasawpoint.org, click on the POA tab and click on Events Calendar at the bottom of the page.

Who Do I Contact? Official Website: www.chickasawpoint.org Property Owners Association (POA) Email: [email protected] POA Operations: 864-972-3680 Chickasaw Point Golf Course and Pro Shop: 864-972-9623 The Grill: 864-972-1097 Chickasaw Point of View Newsletter: [email protected]

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THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO SUBMITTED ARTICLES AND PHOTOS FOR THIS ISSUE! A Very Special Thank You to those who took photos in my absence!!

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