President`s Message..............................Pg 6

President’s Message..............................Pg 6
In the Swing of Things.........................Pg 21
General Manager’s Message..................Pg 9
Articles from the EM&R Commitee.......Pg 22
The “Rec” Report................................Pg 11
Environmental News............................Pg 27
A Letter from the Anglers Committee...Pg 13
Chief’s Corner.....................................Pg 29
Arrowhead Sewer News........................Pg 14
BOD ALCA/ASC Meetings
Synopsis.......................................Pgs 29-30
“Views from the Lake”..................Pgs 17-19
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Board of Directors
Bill Lucas - President
Jerry Grlica - Vice President
Tom Filla - Secretary
Gerry Burke - Treasurer
Joan Mullen - Assistant Secretary
Ruth Ann Murphy - Assistant Treasurer
Tony Russo
Chip Allen
David Halliwell
Bill Lucas, ALCA Board, President
[email protected]
Cell: 215-962-8209
Office: 215-757-6988
Office toll free: 1-877-910-8612
Always available to the membership
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Fire, Ambulance & Police - 9 1 1
Member Services/Welcome Center
P:570-646-1771
F:570-643-5419
Sunday-Thursday: 8:30AM-4:30PM
Friday & Saturday: 9AM-9PM
BINGO
Time: Doors open at 6:15PM and close
promptly at 7:00PM. There will not be
admittance after 7:00pm.
Security/Dispatch Department
570-646-1771
7 days - 24 hours
Lodge Hours
570-643-9323
Monday-Friday: 2PM-10PM
Saturday & Sunday: 10AM-10PM
Board of Directors Monthly Meetings Schedule
Saturday, November 1, 2014
Saturday, December 6, 2014
Saturday, January 3, 2014
961 Arrowhead Drive v
Pocono Lake, PA 18347
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Location: Clubhouse
When: 11/8, 11/15, 12/13, 1/10 & 1/24
All players receive 1 free ticket for a chance to win an $8.00
bingo voucher.
3-face Jackpot: $1.00
6-face: $8.00
18-face Jackpot: $5.00
12-face: $14.00
Hotball:
$1.00
18-face: $18.00
Quicky:
$1.00
DAUBERS (Markers) are $1.25
Games begin at 7:15pm and conclude around 9:45pm. There are
21 games including the jackpot game. Children under 18 must be
accompanied by an adult. Everyone must purchase a bingo packet.
Only 1 player per packet is allowed. Anyone that occupies a seat
must purchase at least the minimum bingo packet of $8, with the
exception of children under 10, who can still purchase a $5 packet.
Pre-packaged snacks and beverages will be available for a small fee
beginning at 6:15pm.
EMERGENCY
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: 9 1 1
POLICE (Non-Emergency)
Pocono Mountain Regional Police
570-895-2400
TOWNSHIPS
Coolbaugh Township: 570-894-8490
Tobyhanna Township: 570-646-1212
UTILITIES
Frontier Phone/Internet: 800-225-5282
PPL Electricity: 800-342-5775
PennDot Road Conditions: 800-932-4600
Blue Ridge Cable: 570-839-3550
Waste Mangement/Garbage:
800-621-2100
Pocono Lake Post Office: 570-646-3929
SCHOOLS
Pocono Mountain West High School:
570-839-7121
Clear Run Intermediate School:
570-894-9446
Tobyhanna Elementary Center:
570-646-2721
Pocono Mountain Academy: 570-595-9518
Monsignor McHugh Elementary School:
570-595-7463
HOUSES OF WORSHIP
Faith Lutheran Church -- Blakeslee:
570-646-0309
Living Hope Baptist Church -- Mt. Pocono:
570-839-5900
St. Maximillan Kolbe -- Pocono Lake:
570-646-6424
St. Mary of the Mount -- Mt. Pocono:
570-839-2537
St. Nicholas Byzantine -- Pocono Summit:
570-839-8090
St. Marks -- Thornhurst: 570-472-3061
St. Elizabeth -- Bear Creek: 570-472-3061
Pocono Lake United Methodist Church -Pocono Lake: 570-646-2650
Thornhurst United Methodist Church -Thornhurst: 570-842-1434
Wesleyan Church of Pocono Lake -Pocono Lake: 570-646-9181
B’nai Harim (Children of the Mountain) -Pocono Pines: 570-646-0100
Temple Israel of the Poconos -Stroudsburg: 570-421-8781
Community Bible Church -- Pocono Lake:
570-646-8995
HOSPITALS
Geisinger Community Medical Center
(CMC) -- Scranton: 570-969-8000
Moses Taylor Hospital -- Scranton:
570-340-2100
Geisinger Wyoming Valley -- Wilkes-Barre:
570-808-7300
Veterans Administration Medical Center -Wilkes-Barre: 570-824-3521
Pocono Medical Immediate Care Center -Tobyhanna: 570-839-1400
Pocono Medical Center -- East
Stroudsburg: 570-421-4000
Regional Hospital of Scranton -- Scranton:
570-348-7100
DENTISTS
Michael Olinits, D.D.S. -- Pocono Summit
Plaza - 570-839-9208
John Mann, D.M.D. -- Blakeslee 570-646-7811
James Rinehimer, D.D.S. -Pocono Lake - 570-646-9444
RESTAURANTS
Dominics’s Pizza -- on 940 West
Robert Christian’s -- on 940 West
Chat N’ Chew Cafe -- in Blakeslee Village
Papa Santos Pizza -- in Blakeslee Village
China Pearl -- in Blakeslee Plaza
Boulder View Tavern -- on 903
Brooklyn Bridge Pizza -- in Blakeslee Plaza
Subway -- in Blakeslee Plaza
Woody’s Country House -- on 115 S
Farmers Market -- in Blakeslee Village
Murphy’s Loft -- on 115 S off of 940 W
Louie’s Prime Steak House -- on S Lake
Drive
Shenanigans -- on S Lake Drive
Nick’s Lake House -- on S Lake Drive
Jubilee Restaurant -- on 940 E
KFC -- on 940 E
Long John Silver’s -- on 940 E
McDonald’s -- on 940 E
Perkins -- on 940 E
Pioneer Dinner -- on 940 E
Smuggler’s Cove -- on Route 611
Bailey’s Rib & Steakhouse -- on Route 611
GROCERY, DRUG STORES
LIQUOR STORES AND BEER
DISTRIBUTERS
Pinewood Deli (right outside main gate)
beer available
Towards Blakeslee (Route 940 West)
Aharts Market
Wine and Spirits
Harmony Beverage
Dollar General
Family Dollar
CVS Pharmacy
Wawa (open 24 hours)
Towards Mt. Pocono (Route 940 East)
Rite Aid
Wal-Mart Super Center
ShopRite
K-Mart
Weis
Wine and Spirits
AREA ATTRACTIONS
Pocono Raceway -- Rt 115: 1(800)
RACEWAY
Pocono Go Karts -- Rt 209: 570-223-6299
940 Golf N’ Fun -- Rt 940: 570-646-0700
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ENTERTAINMENT
940 Golf N’ Fun -- Rt 940: 570-646-0700
Mt Airy Casino -- Rt 611: 570-839-8816
Mohegan Sun & Pocono Downs (Casino)-Hwy 315: 570-831-2100
Sherman Theater -- Main St/Stroudsburg,
PA: 570-420-2808
HORSEBACK RIDING
Deer Path Stable -- Rt 940: 570-443-4431
Happy Trails Riding Stable -- Rt 611:
570-839-8340
Mohegan Sun & Pocono Downs -- Hwy 315:
570-825-6681
GOLF COURSES
Mount Airy Golf Club -- Rt 611:
570-243-5240
Jack Frost National -- Rt 940:
570-443-2414
Pocono Manor Inn & Golf Course -- Rt 940:
570-839-7111
Mt. Pocono Golf Club -- Rt 940:
570-839-6061
Glenbrook Golf Course -- Stroudsburg, PA:
570-424-8544
Mt Laurel Golf Club -- White Haven, PA:
570-443-7424
Split Rock Golf Club -- Lake Harmony, PA:
570-722-9111
Thornhurst Country Club (9 holes) -Thornhurst, PA: 570-472-9079
Stone Meadows Golf Club -- White Haven,
PA: 570-472-3870
WATER PARKS/WATER ACTIVITIES
Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark -Tannersville, PA: 570-629-1661
Split Rock H2O -- Lake Harmony, PA:
570-722-9111
Whitewater Challengers Rafting -- White
Haven, PA: 570-443-9543
SHOPPINC
The Crossings Premium Outlets -Tannersville, PA
MOVIE THEATERS
Casino Theater -- Rt 611: 570-839-7831
Cinemark Strouds Mall -- Rt 611:
570-421-1284
Cinemark Cinemas -- Moosic, PA:
570-961-5943
Split Rock Resort Theatre: 570-712-9111
SIGHT-SEEING
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Message from the president
Dear fellow members,
The Directors and I hope you
enjoyed summer at the lake, and now the fall season is
upon us.
At the September Board Meeting, the Board reaffirmed
by a vote of 9-0 its support of the Strategic Plan, which
was approved in October of 2013. The ByLaws changes
were also approved by the Board and were sent to
membership for approval. I hope you took the time to
cast your vote!
After a successful election process we would like to
welcome back Director Gerry Burke and give a special
welcome to the new Directors, William “Chip” Allen
and David Halliwell. I thank my fellow directors for
the opportunity to serve as President of your association for the coming year.
Management and the Board continue to be “knee
deep” in engineering studies for the future of our community, ie: lake reclamation & Lewis Creek project,
sewer system engineering/infiltration issues on the
gravity feed sewer, and repairs to the North Arrowhead
Lake spillway and permit update, just to name a few.
We’re also in discussion with Penndot regarding the
Locust Ridge Road bridge replacement in 2015 (this is
the bridge between our gates).
Our Recreation Department and committee, under the
direction of Kristin Loughran provided many options
for summer family entertainment. The Carnival was
fabulous and is already scheduled for the end of next
July. The bonfires and the outstanding fireworks on the
4th of July were great events. Arrowhead’s Rapid Arrows Swim Team competed all summer. Swim Lessons
and Camp Koda were packed with youngsters. One of
the largest youth events at the lake every summer is
the Fishing Derby. One hundred plus kids enjoyed two
days of fun and fishing, which could not happen without the many volunteers who dedicate their time every
year. Youth tennis lessons as well as Pickleball continue
to be popular and make good use of our courts. This
fall and winter there are more events to look forward
to like the Flea Market and Craft Fair on November
15th, as well as a Winterfest in February.
Enjoy the fall foliage; watch your emails for upcoming
events and don’t miss this year’s New Year’s Eve Bash at
the Lodge. A corresponding Kid’s Rec Night will take
place at the Clubhouse, so take advantage and buy your
tickets early!
Enjoy the fall season!
Best regards,
Bill Lucas, President
ALCA/ASC Board of Directors
Our facilities continue to look outstanding under the
direction of John Cardiello and his staff.
Enrich your ALCA experience: Volunteer!
Manager Directory
Lonnie Howard..................................................General Manager
Charlie Hozempa......................................Accounting Controller
Carl Kochis..............................................................Security Chief
Danielle Decker......Executive Asst./Member Services Director
Brittany Ott....................Communications Marketing Specialist
Kristin Loughran..............................Recreation/Lodge Manager
John Cardiello.............................................Maintenance Director
Joe Rehm.......................................................Sewer Plant Manager
Jill Ziegler............................................................Aquatics Director
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Special Meeting of the Membership
for the ALCA ByLaws is Saturday,
November 8th, 2014 at 10AM in the
Lodge Banquet Room.
Membership cards are required.
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Message from the general manager
Arrowhead Lake.
I hope all of you are enjoying a
beautiful fall season here in
BBQ w/ the General Manager
The BBQ with the General Manager took place at the Lodge
on 8/15 from 6:30-8:30PM. Members of the community
were able to come, meet the General Manager, and enjoy a
complimentary drink, bag of chips, and hotdog, hamburger,
or sausage. There were 330 members served.
On behalf of Management, I would like to welcome the
new and returning members to the 2014-2015 Board
of Directors. We all look forward to working together
to make this community the best it can be.
What a great summer season we had! I would like to
commend all departments on their hard work and
commitment this summer. From Maintenance and
their consistent work at keeping the facilities looking
their best, Aquatics protecting the safety of our patrons
at our facilities, Security enforcing rules and responding to emergencies, Recreation providing entertaining
events and fun programs, and our support staff at the
Member Services building.
If you felt like you missed out on any activities or
information this summer, make sure that you provide your email to our Communications staff via our
website at www.arrowheadca.org. It is our goal to keep
our members as well informed as possible through as
many avenues as possible.
Currently the Maintenance staff is getting us ready for
the winter season by closing and winterizing our pools
and facilities, protecting and storing equipment, and
making sure we are as prepared as can be for what is
predicted to be a harsh winter. It is important for us to
complete important projects before the rough winter
season, such as the removal of concrete outside of the
Member Services Building, road work, and clubhouse
pond reclamation.
We are also looking forward to the 2015 season. Management is putting final touches on the Budget and has
presented it to the Budget Committee and the Board of
Directors.
Speaking of committees, I encourage you to get involved in the community in any way possible. Join a
committee that interests you, volunteer at an event or
for a community clean-up day, or just keep yourself
informed on community matters. This is your community and your involvement is key! On that note, I
would like to thank those of you who volunteer your
time and expertise throughout the year.
I look forward to seeing you at an upcoming “Meet
the General Manager” night and hearing from you
directly, and I wish all of you a happy and safe holiday
season!
Lonnie D. Howard, CMCA, AMS
ALCA/ASC General Manager
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241 Rt. 940 • Blakeslee, PA 18610
Phone: 570-646-0282
Fax: 570-646-4563
Email: [email protected]
Ric Hanna, Manager
The “rec” Report
By Kristin Loughran, Recreation &
Lodge Manager
There are many fun fall and winter activities to participate in here at Arrowhead Lake. This year’s Kid’s
Halloween party will take place on Saturday October
25th at the Clubhouse and will be fun for all who attend. In November don’t miss wine tasting on Saturday
November 1st at the Lodge or the Craft Show and Flea
Market on November 15th. If you would like to sell
your wares be sure to sign up by calling the Lodge at
(570) 643-9323. In December the Tree Decorating and
Lighting will take place on Saturday December 6th,
and Breakfast with Santa will take place on Saturday
December 13th. We will be having another Winterfest
this year, hopefully with more cooperative weather, in
February- look for more information about all events in
the Recreation Calendars!
We are particularly looking forward to the New Year’s
Eve Party that will be taking place on Wednesday, December 31st at the Lodge. This event will be a catered
dinner with dancing and a champagne toast at midnight! Tickets will go on sale October 10th at the Lodge
so make sure to get yours early. We will also be having
a Kid’s Rec Night at the Clubhouse at the same timethere will be something for everyone!
The Recreation Department would like to encourage
all members to visit the Lodge and take a tour of the
facility. We have great rental packages and would love
to accommodate your future events! The view from
the deck is breath taking, no matter the season! Come,
relax, read a book, play pool, use the fitness center or
just hang out with friends and family! Have questions
about the Lodge? Feel free to contact myself, or the
Recreation staff at (570) 643-9323. There are still dates
available for your upcoming event in 2015!
FLEA MARKET AD
While you’re visiting the Lodge, don’t forget to pick up
some Arrowhead gear to stay warm in the fall chill! We
sell everything from mugs, to pajama pants, sweatshirts
and children’s onesies! Come check out our new styles
or drop by and grab something on sale!
Feedback is always appreciated by the Recreation
Department so feel free to call us at the Lodge, (570)
643-9323, with any questions, comments, or concerns or stop in and fill out a comment card.
You can find calendars of events for the coming months
at arrowheadca.org or at the Lodge or Member Services
Building, and I look forward to seeing you around the
Lake!
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July 4th
Fireworks!
On Saturday 7/12, from 1-2PM, Boat Safety Training
was offered by the Recreation and Aquatics department
on the lake behind the pavilion. 9 kids from 7-12 years
old attended and learned the basics of lake and boat
safety.
Pat Tierney, former
Vice President of the
Board was presented
with a plaque for his
service!
Thank you Pat!
A special thank you goes
to Barbara Zimmerman
for her service on the
Board as well.
On Sunday 8/3, the Race for the Arrow 5k had 40
participants and raised $400 dollars for the V Foundation for Cancer Research. The race began at the Lodge
and ended at the Island Pavilion. Congratulations to
our winners Marion Derner, Bennett Wilbert, Michael
Wright, Anna Dikusar, Ken Vercammen and Courtney
Murphy!
On Sunday 8/10, 60 members attended the Chili Cook
Off to benefit the Tobyhanna Volunteer Fire Company.
Six members entered
their Chili and this
year’s winner was Sally
Jones! You can’t win if
you don’t enter, so look
for this event again
next summer!
Articles written by Kristin Loughran, Recreation & Lodge Manger
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Labor
Day
Bonfire
& Band!
A letter from the Anglers Committee
15th Annual Youth Fishing Derby: July 19th & 20th
Below pictures provided by
Michael Szczepkowski
Since 2000, the Arrowhead Anglers have
held their annual Youth Fishing Derby. The purpose
of the Derby is to teach our young people skills and
knowledge of fishing, boating, sportsmanship and the
environment.
This year on the weekend of July 19th and 20th,
the Anglers conducted their 15th Derby. This year 102
children participated. 24 children were new to the
Derby and 78 were returnees. To date, 895 different
children and 1720 total have participated in the Derby.
Saturday’s programs start with registration and
the children receiving their hats. Next they stocked
300 Largemouth Bass in the Island lagoon. The children were then placed in Novice (age 6 & 7), Intermediate (8 to 10) and Advanced (11 to 13) age groups.
Each group then attended five age appropriate stations
pertaining to fishing skills, boat safety, games, stories
and environmental stewardship.
On Sunday, the children competed in 2 age
groups, 6 to 9 and 10 to 13, for the fishing trophies. A
total of 93 fish were caught and released. After fishing,
the children received lunch, were awarded trophies
and anxiously participated in the prize raffle. EVERY
child picked a prize of their choice.
The Anglers would like to thank the ALCA
community, all the volunteers, the BOD, Management,
Office staff, and the Maintenance, Recreation and
Security departments for their donations, help and
support in ensuring another successful Youth Fishing
Derby.
These businesses helped sponsor the 2014
Youth Fishing Derby:
Harmony Beverage
Wacky Worm
Young and Haros (ALCA attorneys)
ATC Group
Pocono Pines Dental
Pinewood Deli
Blakeslee Animal Clinic
Please patronize these businesses!
The Anglers meet the 4th Saturday of every month,
except for November and December, at 9:30AM in the
Lodge. We always welcome new members and guests!
HAPPY FISHING, The Anglers committee!
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Arrowhead sewer news
ATTENTION: This does not apply if you are a customer of
Arrowhead Lake Sewer Company and do not have a septic
system.
However, this does apply to homeowners with septic systems.
Article XXV of the Association’s Rules and Regulations
requires every on-lot septic system to be inspected and every
tank associated with the system to be pumped by an authorized pumper/hauler.
All property owners with septic systems should have received
notices of the program in the mail.
If you complied with the On-Lot Septic Systems Code and had
your septic system inspected and pumped, a letter was sent
acknowledging the reports were received.
If you did not comply with the On-Lot Septic Systems Code, a
reminder letter was sent notifying that the deadline to comply
is December 31, 2014.
Arrowhead Lake Community Association is committed to carrying out its Sewage Management Program. This is a reminder
for your convenience, because we are now in the last three
months of the compliance period. Your compliance with
Article XXV is greatly appreciated!
For more information, go to www.arrowheadca.org under
Resources>Documents>Septic Rules and Regulations.
A list of the authorized pumper/haulers is contained in the
document. Please make sure your pumper/hauler prepares the
required Sewage Pumping Report. Please submit the report to
Member Services or mail it to 961 Arrowhead Drive, Pocono
Lake, PA 18347.
If you have any questions regarding compliance with Article
XXV, please call the office at 570-643-8118. Once again, thank
you for your cooperation!
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We recommend that
homeowners with septic
systems review article XXV
(25) section L of the On-Lot
Septic Systems Code.
Section L, of article XXV (25)
explains the fines associated
with noncompliance.
Article XXV, section L states:
Penalties/Fines
Upon authorization for an
ALCA/ASC Authorized Agent,
any person failing to comply
with any provision of this code
(by December 31. 2014) shall
be subject to the following:
1st Offense is a Written
Warning with 7 calendar days
to correct problem.
2nd Offense is a fine of $500
with 7 calendar days to correct
problem.
3rd & Subsequent Offenses is a
fine of $500 with a $100 fine a
day until problem is corrected
to the satisfaction of the
Authorized Agent.
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Highlights of the Arrowhead Lake
2014 Golf Tournament
The 2014 Arrowhead Lake Golf Tournament was held
at the Sand Springs Country Club. This year’s tournament proved to be a success. The July 11th event attracted 87 golfers and 89 guests for dinner following
the event.
1st Flight C: George Harrigan, Jay Nutt, Bill Lautt & Jeff Lautt
2nd Flight C: Jeffrey Wolf, Joseph Wolf, Jerry Grover & Greg Sheehan
3rd Flight C: Don Childers, Bob May, Tim Niece & Bob Crownover
1st Flight D: Bryan Nash, James Spratt & Sal Dibenedetto
2nd Flight D: George Kendra, Steve Schenk, Bill Eckhardt & Gene
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3rd Flight D: Brian Heverin, Ed Mullens, John O’Callaghan & Bernie
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We are pleased to announce the 2014 Golf Tournament
winners as follows:
Ladies longest drive- Linda Henry
Men’s longest drive- Bill Prussing
1st Flight A: Harry Schucraft, Angelo Leoli, Rob Edgarton & John Ziegler
2nd Flight A: Joe Halupa, Neil Gould, Russ Schmidt & Keith Devous
3rd Flight A: Rich Peterson, Bill Prussing, Gary Harden & Marty Shaw
4th Flight A: Dale Harris, Steve Harris, Tim Carpenter & George Springler
Men’s closest to the pin- Keith Devos
Attendees were enthusiastic about participating in a
raffle with half of the proceeds, a grand total of $209,
benefiting Thornhurst Volunteer Fire Company.
A special thank you to Linda Henry, daughter of Bill
& Marion Clancey, whose donation in their memory
provided the award for fourth place.
Congratulations to all the winners and a big thank
you to the volunteers who worked to help make this
year’s tournament a success. We also wish to express
our appreciation to Rick, Ken, Jim and their entire
staff of Sand Springs Country Club for their assistance
in the planning and running of this year’s tournament.
Next year’s tournament will take place on Friday, July
10th at Sand Springs Country Club!
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Recreation Manager
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VIEWS FROM THE LAKE
ALCA has instituted a column for the residents of Arrowhead Lake. Under the heading “Views from the Lake”,
the Smoke Signals will be publishing letters, comments and stories from our members. The articles will not be
changed or edited by anyone. The following guidelines will be adhered to as follows:
A letter/article to be published in the ALCA Smoke Signals is meant to express your opinion, point of view and/
or observation of the local scene. State the topic you are writing about. Be clear about its goal and what you’re
trying to achieve. Focus on your subject by sticking to a single main point. Letters should be approximately 250
words or less. Be as accurate as possible. Choose words carefully and keep the tone respectful. Avoid personal
attacks. End your letter with your name, lot/block/section and telephone number where you can be contacted
(only your name will be published in the paper). If your letter is found to be inappropriate, it will not be published and will not be returned to the sender.
Letters are to be sent to:
Arrowhead Lake Community Association
Attn: “Views from the Lake.”
961 Arrowhead Drive, Pocono Lake, PA 18347
Or via email to [email protected] in the format of a .pdf or .doc.
It is important to have a venue where opinions can be freely stated. Please use this space as your soapbox or platform to state your opinion.
My husband and I were enjoying a golf cart ride during one of our beautiful summer days here at Arrowhead.
We were talking about the various animals we observed and were really feeling relaxed without any obvious
cares or woes. We then came upon a home that had a small sign on its front lawn. Our entire frame of mind
was shaken and brought back to the realities of life in the year 2014. The sign stated that the occupants of this
home were the proud parents of an American soldier! I wanted to shout, “Thank you” and shake their hands, it
brought tears of gratitude to my eyes. It was because of this family and many other families, that my husband and
I were able to enjoy our golf cart ride.
Those home owners were not home at the time; however, we wanted to say a public thank you for your continuing sacrifices for us and our wonderful country of America.
Carol Maat
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Views from the lake cont.
The Uninvited Guest
One Sunday in June, in the middle of the afternoon,
my wife and I were busy doing some landscaping work
on our front lawn. Prior to beginning the work, I had
placed a peach pie in the oven to cook. After a little
time, Lorraine told me to go in and check on the peach
pie.
Upon entering the living room, I noticed that some
items were scattered across the living room floor.
When I raised my eyes, I came face to face with a black
bear on the kitchen side of our island. My initial
reaction was to go back to the front door and warn
Lorraine that a bear was in the kitchen.
Returning to the living room, I started looking for our
camera to take a picture of the bear. I thought that
there are not many opportunities to take a picture of
a black bear in your own kitchen. By the time I found
the camera and discovered it was full, the bear had
decided to leave. He started to follow the same path b
ack through which he had gained entrance to the
house. Upon reaching our screen door with the gaping
hole in it that he had made to enter the house; he
hesitated as if he was afraid that he would not fit
through the same hole to get out of the house. I
clapped my hands to scare him and he went back out
through the screen door.
Returning to the kitchen to take inventory, we discovered that the bear had helped himself to a loaf of raisin
bread and some bacon sausage that had been sitting on
the island. The peach pie was still in the oven.
Since it was Sunday, I was hesitant to call the Pennsylvania Game Commission about the incident. To
my surprise, the Game Commission answered their
phone and told me that an Officer would be contacting me directly. Shortly thereafter, Officer Ryan Gildea
telephoned me. As fate would have it, Officer Gildea
was towing a bear trap and was going to bring it to our
house in an effort to trap the bear. He said that once
a bear had been in a house, he was likely to return,
invited or otherwise.
Officer Gildea set up the bear trap which was six foot
long by thirty inches in diameter piece of corrugated
metal pipe mounted on a two wheel trailer. The bait of
choice in the trap was day old Krispy Kreme donuts,
which are donated to the Game Commission. The
theory is that the bear enters the trap to eat the donuts
and steps on a plate that closes the door behind him
without harming the bear. The bear is then transported
to a forested area in Pike County to be released. One
concern was that my neighbor would enter the trap in
quest of the donuts and not be able to get out of the
trap.
During the first two days that the trap was set up, we
caught two raccoons, but no bear. The raccoons were
released unharmed. Because of other needs, the trap
was removed from our yard. The next day, the bear was
back. He left foot prints and drool marks on the patio
glass door. The Game Commission brought back the
bear trap plus a smaller trap. We caught a skunk and
two more raccoons. All were released. Because of the
other needs, the bear trap was removed. As far as we
know, the bear has not been back. Maybe somebody
else is baking a peach pie.
The obvious lesson from the incident is that a screen
door will not keep a bear out of your house. If you are
cooking something that smells good, you should make
sure that you have more than a screen door preventing
entry into your house or set another place at your dining table for a visiting bear!
Ted Borek
My husband and I would like to thank everyone who was involved in planning and presenting the Youth Fishing
Derby on July 19th & 20th. We invited a neighborhood family to join us for the weekend. The four children ages
6 & 11 participated in the derby. They not only learned more about fishing and nature, but had a good time putting to use what they learned. One of the 6 year olds even caught the largest bass in her age group. The volunteers
were so helpful and caring. Everyone came away with good memories and they all want to come back again next
year. We are so proud to be a part of the Arrowhead Lake Community!
Dick & Betty Garman
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To a lot of people at Arrowhead, the gates to the community seem to be important. They may contribute to a
sense of safety and make people feel more secure. However, there are several problems involved. One problem is
that anyone with a motorcycle can drive around the gate very easily, or a person can zip through the gate immediately after the car in front of them. Another problem is that it can take a long time to get a gate pass at the MSB,
and contractors who come to fix our properties do not like to lose money waiting and waiting to get in. Some
contractors even refuse to come here again. Other guests and renters can also be put off by the long lines that occur at MSB. And the line that can occur at busy times at the Orono gate can pile up so much that you can end up
sitting on the Locust Ridge Road, a sitting duck for speeding cars that go past our entrance.
The major problem with the gate system is that it is causing a large amount of our dues monies to keep it going. I
was given a rough estimate of $200,000 dollars a year to hire the people and maintain the system. I do not know
if that is an accurate amount, and I hope that the Board of Directors can provide us with a figure that is accurate.
But if we save that much money next year, maybe our dues will not go up again.
It should also be noted that of all of the communities around us, only Indian Mountain Lake has a gate system.
Lake Naomi does not, nor does Lake Harmony, nor Locust Lakes. It does not seem to be a problem to people
who live there. Maybe we have to worry about minor crimes, but then all the crimes that I have any knowledge of
at Arrowhead have apparently all been committed by insiders, not by people coming in from outside our gates.
So the question is, should we continue to pay out large sums of money for a gate system that is of questionable
value? If we indicate that our roads are private roads, it may be better way and we will still have enough sense of
safety, while saving on our dues. Thank you for reading this and considering alternatives.
Mary Durso
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In the swing of things
Below is a picture of some of the 9-12 age group participants.
Tennis Play for Everyone
Thank you to coaches Barbara, Joe & Jerry
for another wonderful tennis season for
both the adults and kids summer program we had a great time!
The 9–12 year-old tennis program offers fun
drills and lessons for beginner to advanced
beginner players in a matchplay format.
Graduated length rackets and low compression balls are used for the beginner groups.
TEEN PROGRAM WINNERS
If you weren’t able to participate this year,
hope you’ll consider joining us next year.
Hope to see you on the courts!
Maureen McIntyre
Chair, Tennis Committee
Left to right are: Michael Markin, Stanley Okounev,
Matt Kotlyar and Jonathan Risen
Pickleball Fun at Minisink
Paint the lines and they will come! Starting in July, ALCA
members and guests had the opportunity to participate
in Friday and Saturday morning pickleball games at the
Minisink multi-purpose tennis/pickleball courts. Paddles
and whiffle balls were available for new players to use. At
9:30AM, players warmed up. Experienced players
practiced and instructed new players. By 10:00AM each
play day, Gene Melleno announced the pairings for the
first game. Children, teens, and adults alike paired up with their first partner, and the round robin
play began. Pickleball is a fast, easy to play sport that all children, teens, and adults, with different
skill levels can play together. Watch for the 2015 spring organized practice and play schedule.
Leah Tierney
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Articles from the em&r committee
Proper Ash Disposal
Not all ash is equal. Wood ash is a valuable by-product of burning logs. It is high in potassium and other nutrients and can
be added to compost, used on ice to increase traction, etc. It is highly alkaline and can help neutralize soils that are highly
acidic like our forested lots. In very dry areas, which are usually alkaline to start with, it can make the soil too alkaline and
should be used sparingly.
Coal ash is hazardous. It contains arsenic and other heavy metal. It is toxic to animals, plants and people. It can
leach into our drinking water and lakes.
All ash, whether from a fireplace, pellet stove, coal stove, or barbeque, must be stored in a CLOSED metal container
until disposal as small bits of burned wood or coal can reignite weeks after burning, if they were smothered with finer ashes.
When people place an open can of ashes on their decks thinking this is safe, it is possible for the winds to stir the ash and feed
these live bits. This is why fire departments frequently return days later to a fire they put out when it starts smoking again.
People have had deck and home fires following placing ash in an open can on their decks.
Final disposal of ash varies. Wood ash, with the exception of pressure treated lumber, can be disposed of on your
property once you are sure all embers are completely out. Pressure treated lumber should never be burned as it releases heavy
metals such as arsenic to the air and soil.
Coal ash cannot be disposed of on your property due to its hazardous nature. After conferring with Monroe County
Waste Management Authority it has been determined to be illegal to dispose of coal ash in anyway other than follows.
As per Monroe County Municipal Waste Management Authority, coal ash should be placed in a sealed metal container i.e. an old paint can and placed in the garbage. They will accept double bagging of ashes as well. Anyone found to be
disposing of coal ash on their property, their neighbor’s property, or the roads will be subject to significant fines from both the
Monroe County Municipal Waste Management Authority Police and ALCA.
Ruth Berke, Co-chairperson, EM&R Committee
Do you know where your water comes from?
At Arrowhead Lakes Community Assn., the answer is your personal well. But where does that well water
come from? It comes from one of several aquifers – sort of storage tanks that exist deep in the ground. The water
that makes up the aquifers comes from rainwater, melting snow and ground water that is purified as it seeps
through the soil and rock. Any number of wells may draw from the same aquifer. If we have enough rain and
snow, the aquifers are recharged; if we have a year with low precipitation then we may draw more water from the aquifers
than is replaced.
There are many factors that affect our aquifers. How much water homeowners use and how much they replace is
an important factor. Conserving water and reducing the amount of waste flow from household activities has always been
an important part of maintaining a well functioning septic system. With the expansion of the sewer system there have
been changes to this facet of water replacement over the past few years. The homes which are now on the sewer no longer replace most of the water they use as they did when they had an on-lot septic system. In addition, the building of new
homes and the paving of driveways, roads and parking areas create impervious surfaces through which stormwater cannot
seep down into the aquifer.
Because of these factors unique to the Arrowhead area and worldwide factors such as weather changes and cycles,
it is important that we all do our part in practicing water conservation i.e., keeping drinking water from your faucet in
the refrigerator instead of letting the water run until it’s cold enough to drink, taking shorter showers, repairing faucets or
toilets that leak, not running dishwashers until they are full, etc.
Those who rent their homes should make sure that renters are aware that their water comes from wells and not
from “the city”. Groundwater reserves are not replenished very quickly and water cannot be produced on demand a it is
with a public water supply. We still “pay” for our water especially when the well runs dry.
We must all work together to conserve one of our most important natural resources – our water.
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Article from the Penn State Extension
In Pennsylvania, there are no state regulations that require private well owners to maintain their well
or test their drinking water. Improperly constructed or poorly maintained wells can be a pathway for pollutants
to enter your home. Preventing contaminated water supplies protects the health of those living in the house and
also is easier to fix a water quality problem after it has occurred.
Here are some tips to proper well maintenance:
•
Test your water annually for coliform bacteria and every 3 years test for pH, Total Dissolved Solids, and other contaminants you suspect in your water
•
Replace a standard well cap with a sanitary well cap to keep out insects, small mammals and other
surface contaminants
•
Limit the use of fertilizers, pesticides and other potential pollutants from an area of 100 feet around your well. This includes keeping your dog tied to the well casing in that area.
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Sloping the ground away from the well to prevent surface water from ponding around the casing
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Be aware of local activities that may impact your well water
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Complete a visual inspection of your well casing to detect any cracks, holes or corrosion
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Install water saving appliances and fixtures around your home to conserve water
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Keep records of your well installation, inspections, repairs and water tests
All private water system owners need to take the time to make sure everything is working correctly and ensure
that their water is always healthy to drink.
For more information on private water systems, contact Peter Wulfhorst at the Penn State Extension
in Pike County at 570-296-3400 or [email protected].
environmental NEWS
What Human Activities Can Pollute
Ground Water?
Septic tanks are designed to have a “leach field” around them
— an area where wastewater flows out of the tank. This wastewater can also move into the ground water.
•
Bacteria and Nitrates: These pollutants are found in
human and animal wastes. Septic tanks can cause bacterial
and nitrate pollution. Both septic systems and animal manures
must be carefully managed to prevent pollution. Sanitary landfills and garbage dumps are also sources. Children and some
adults are at extra risk when exposed to water-born bacteria.
These include the elderly and people whose immune systems
are weak. Fertilizers can add to nitrate problems. Nitrates
cause a health threat in very young infants called “blue baby”
syndrome. This condition disrupts oxygen flow in the blood.
•
Fertilizers and Pesticides: Property Owners use fertilizers and pesticides to promote growth and reduce insect damage. These products are also used on suburban lawns and gardens. The chemicals in these products may end up in ground
water. Such pollution depends on the types and amounts of
chemicals used and how they are applied. Local environmental
conditions (soil types, seasonal snow and rainfall) also affect this pollution. Many fertilizers contain forms of nitrogen
that can break down into harmful nitrates. This could add to
other sources of nitrates mentioned above. Some underground
agricultural drainage systems collect fertilizers and pesticides.
This polluted water can pose problems to ground water and
local streams and rivers. In addition, chemicals used to treat
buildings and homes for termites or other pests may also pose
a threat. Again, the possibility of problems depends on the
How you can protect your private water supply?
amount and kind of
chemicals. The types of
soil and the amount of
water moving through
the soil also play a role.
•
Household
Wastes: Improper disposal of many common
products can pollute
ground water. These include cleaning solvents,
used motor oil, paints, and Septic tanks are designed to have a
paint thinners. Even soaps “leach field” around them — an area
where wastewater flows out of the tank.
and detergents can harm This wastewater can also move into the
drinking water. These are ground water.
often a problem from faulty
septic tanks and septic
leaching fields.
•
Lead & Copper: Household plumbing materials are
the most common source of lead and copper in home drinking
water. Corrosive water may cause metals in pipes or soldered
joints to leach into your tap water. Your water’s acidity or
alkalinity (often measured as pH) greatly affects corrosion.
Temperature and mineral content also affect how corrosive it
is. They are often used in pipes, solder, or plumbing fixtures.
Lead can cause serious damage to the brain, kidneys, nervous
system, and red blood cells. The age of plumbing materals — in
particular, copper pipes soldered with lead — is also important. Even in relatively low amounts these metals can be
harmful.
Protect your water supply by carefully managing activities near the water source. For households using a domestic well, this
includes keeping contaminants away from sinkholes and the well itself. Keep hazardous chemicals out of septic systems.
• Periodically inspect exposed parts of the well for problems such as:
- cracked, corroded, or damaged well casing
- broken or missing well cap
- settling and cracking of surface seals.
• Slope the area around the well to drain surface runoff away from the well.
• Install a well cap or sanitary seal to prevent unauthorized use of, or entry into, the well.
• Have the well tested once a year for coliform bacteria, nitrates, and other constituents of concern.
• Keep accurate records of any well maintenance, such as disinfection or sediment removal, that may require the use of
chemicals in the well.
• Avoid mixing or using pesticides, fertilizers, herbicides, degreasers, fuels, and other pollutants near the well.
• Do not dispose of wastes in dry wells or in abandoned wells.
• Do not cut off the well casing below the land surface.
• Pump and inspect septic systems as often as recommended by your local health department, or community.
• Never dispose of harsh chemicals, solvents, petroleum products, or pesticides in a septic system or dry well.
Jim Roenelt Environmental Officer
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Chief’s Corner
By: Chief Carl Kochis
The autumn season is upon us and our youngsters are
returning to class. Be aware that while school buses are picking up or dropping off children and the red lights are flashing on the bus, no movement
of vehicles is allowed in the parking area. Also be cognizant of the fact that
children may be walking along roads before sunrise and late in the afternoon,
please drive with caution. Rules regarding stop sign violations and speeding
violations will be strictly enforced.
Rules regarding
With the end of summer, comes the closing of our swimming amenities. All
other outdoor amenities including beaches and tennis courts will continue to
be open for use, weather permitting. Wristbands are still required to be worn at all
amenities.
enforced.
stop sign violations
& speeding violations
will be strictly
The security department is seeking neighborhood watch volunteers to assist our department on both mischief and
Halloween nights.
ALCA Security Department Activity for September 2014
Accidents
Alarms
Ambulance Calls
Burglary
Criminal Mischief
Dog Calls
Law Enforcement Assist
Owner/Guest Assists
Theft
2
4
14
1
4
6
2
12
0
The Security Department issued a total of 32 warnings, 42 citations,
and patrolled 7,671 miles while conducting 1,824 house checks.
3RD Quarter Of 2014
Board of Directors
ALCA/ASC Meetings Synopsis
Below are excerpts from the ALCA and ASC BOD Monthly Meetings and all Special Meetings Minutes.
For a complete copy of the approved meetings minutes, please visit the ALCA Website (www.arrowheadca.org) or stop by
the Front Desk in the Member Services Building and ask for a paper copy of Board Minutes.
The Board of Directors encourages all Members to attend the upcoming monthly Board of Directors Meetings.
The upcoming 2014 Board of Directors Monthly Meetings schedule is as follows:
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The meetings begin at 9:30 AM and take place in the Lodge’s Banquet Room (unless otherwise posted).
The Special Meeting of the Membership for the ALCA ByLaws is Saturday, November 8th, 2014 at 10 AM in the Lodge’s Banquet Room. The Annual Membership Meeting is on Sunday, September 6th, 2015 at 1 PM in the Lodge’s Banquet Room.
Saturday, November 1st, 2014
Saturday, December 6th, 2014
Saturday, January 3rd, 2015
Saturday, February 7th, 2015
Saturday, March 7th, 2015
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Saturday, April 11th, 2015
Saturday, May 2nd, 2015
Saturday, June 6th, 2015
Saturday, July 11th, 2015
Saturday, August 1st, 2015
Saturday, September 12th, 2015
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3rd quarter of 2014 board meeting synopsis cont.
v The Board of Directors authorized the General Manager to contract Gannett Fleming for North Dam Survey
work, not exceeding $17,055 with the understanding that mileage and/or outside contracts may add to the cost.
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Loraine Borek was accepted as a member of the Appeals Committee.
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Linda Mancini became the newest member of the Environment Management & Resource (EM&R) Committee.
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Sally Jones and Joan Aronowitz became the newest members of the Recreation Committee.
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The Board of Directors updated the Committee Membership Policy, with an effective date of October 1st, 2014.
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After some minor wording changes, the Board of Directors accepted the revised Proposed ALCA ByLaws to be mailed out to the Membership for a vote.
v
Board of Directors approved to participate with four surrounding communities, to honor the Pocono Mountain Region-
al Police Department with an advertisement, costing less than $300 in the Pocono Record.
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The Board of Directors accepted Blakeslee Home Improvement’s proposal in the amount of $17,952 for the Clubhouse Roof.
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The Criterium Peters Engineers Property Condition Assessment Proposal was accepted by the Board of Directors.
v
Upon the Anglers Committee recommendation, the Board of Directors approved planting a shade tree near the handi
capped dock on the Island in memoriam of Bob Eddy.
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Tony DeSantis reinstatement as a member of the Appeals Committee was accepted by the Board of Directors.
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Sue Isphording became the newest member of the Architectural & Building (A&B) Committee.
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The Budget & Financial Planning Committee recommended changing the name of the Landlords/Renters Ad-Hoc Committee to the Member Services Ad-Hoc Committee and the Board of Directors accepted.
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The Board of Directors accepted the ground rules for the 2015 Budget Process minus the first 30 minutes for Committee Members only, as recommended by the Budget & Financial Planning Committee.
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The Board of Directors changed the Express Processing Fee from $50 to $25 and the effective dates for the fee to Friday of Memorial Day weekend through Monday of Labor Day Weekend.
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Upon recommendation from the Landlords/Renters Ad-Hoc Committee, the Board of Directors changed the minimum age for charging and requirement for amenity wristbands from age 7 to age 12, effective January 1st, 2015.
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The Board of Directors removed the requirement for owners to provide photocopies of their vehicle registration to ALCA every year, except when there is new information on their vehicles then Members must provide the changes to ALCA, based upon the recommendation from the Landlords/Renters Ad-Hoc Committee.
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Alberta Paladino announced the results of this year’s Board of Directors Election at the Annual Organizational Member-
ship Meeting. Geraldine Burke, David Halliwell, and William “Chip” Allen became the newest Directors.
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The 2014-2015 Board of Directors are President Bill Lucas, Vice-President Jerry Grlica, Secretary Tom Filla, Treasurer Gerry Burke, Assistant Secretary Joan Mullen, Assistant Treasurer Ruth Ann Murphy, Director Tony Russo, Director David Halliwell, and Director Chip Allen.
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General Manager Lonnie Howard and Controller Charlie Hozempa were approved as Assistant Secretaries of the As-
sociation.
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The Board of Directors approved the following Directors as Committee Liaisons for 2014-2015:
Anglers Committee: Tom Filla & David Halliwell
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Appeals Committee: Jerry Grlica
Architectural & Building (A&B) Committee: Ruth Ann Murphy
Bingo Ad-Hoc Committee: David Halliwell
Budget & Financial Planning Committee: Gerry Burke
Election Committee: Tom Filla
Environment Management & Resource (EM&R) Committee: Tony Russo
Maintenance Committee: Ruth Ann Murphy
Member Services Ad-Hoc Committee: Joan Mullen & Chip Allen
Recreation Committee: Chip Allen
Security Committee: Ruth Ann Murphy
Sewer Committee: David Halliwell & Tom Filla
Greg McNaull became the newest member of the Anglers Committee.
Appeals Committee recommended fine increases for traffic violations and recreational vehicle violations and the Board of Directors accepted their recommendations with an effective date of January 1st, 2015.
Lynne Miller was accepted as the Co-Chair of the Budget & Financial Planning Committee.
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ARROWHEAD SAILORS 2014
Ahoy Sailors!
The Arrowhead Sailors have a long
eventful history. Throughout the
30 plus years of active sailing,
the Sailors have formed lasting
friendships and have made
many memories.
We are greatly disappointed
that more sailors on the lake
have not joined in the races.
We see many Sunfish and
Phantom class sailboats along
the lake shore and encourage you
to join the fun! It is not necessary
to have lots of experience! We were all
beginners at one time! It is not essential that
you sail both Saturday and Sunday……..sail whenever
you can!
The 2014 sailing season was challenging. The weather,
(wind and/or rain) didn’t always cooperate and we had
the fewest sailors ever participating. Please consider
cleaning up that sailboat on your property and hoisting the sail next season. We need more sailors!!
The Arrowhead Sailors begin each sailing season on the 4th of July weekend
with a picnic. Mid-season they
enjoy a dinner outing, and end
the summer with another picnic
on Labor Day weekend. It is at
this gathering the results of the
races and the standings are announced, however, this year we
have no results due to the lack of
sailors participating in weekend
races and uncontrollable weather,
(rain, no wind or too much wind).
Those residents with a sailboat who are
interested in learning to sail or just love to sail
are encouraged to join the group each Saturday and
Sunday at 11:00 AM. To avoid crowding the bathers at
Beach 2 the races begin from the beach at the Schmidt
residence.
Please address all questions or concerns to:
Don Childers 570-646-7855
Russ Schmidt 570-646-3790
LEAF
COLLECTION
ENDS
11/7 @
TENTON COURT.
Smoke Signals
961 Arrowhead Drive
Pocono Lake, PA 18347
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Visit www.arrowheadca.org or go to Channel 80