Issue 11 June 15 2017

From the President A Perfect Saturday

What a perfect Saturday it was As summer is supposed to be Oakwood was hot humid windy and full of people The day started early with Oakwood hosting a volleyball practice Members of Oakwood MN Naturists and Avatar were on hand with more than 25 players on both courts The great camaraderie of the players vying to improve their skills and the accompanying laughter is just the thing that Oakwood is known for

Along with volleyball plenty of horseshoe players were in search of a ringer and not to be left out the peacutetanque courts were also full of players

Finally the pool was available and full of members looking for a way to beat the heat and humidity As midday approached Paul (Cynthia) Missy (Byron) and Chris (Neil) were at the Woody to serve up lunch for all the hungry athletes and spectators Itrsquos this intertwining of everyonersquos favorite activity that makes our club such a great place to be

To add to the club members working together was Chuck and Maryrsquos deck move Not be be left out of the spring lot shuffle experience Chuck and Mary purchased a new camper and of course needs a new lot to go with it However they

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Weather Report

Friday 061617 High - 84FLow - 63F Partly Cloudy

Saturday 061717 High - 80FLow - 59F PM showers

Sunday 061817 High - 71FLow - 55F AM showers

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also needed to have their deck moved to the new site The word was out - plenty of members were needed to help move the deck John (Deb) stopped by to survey the situation He felt the deck could be put on a trailer and moved with a golf cart About 15-20 folks showed up loaded the deck and moved it to itrsquos new home In less than 30 minutes the job was done and everyone was gone More proof that there is no ldquoIrdquo in team approach to getting the job done

Pool Replacement Pledges

At the spring membership meeting I put forth a request for pledges to replace the pool by next spring The intent was a litmus test on where members stood on getting this huge project done The deadline to respond with a pledge was last Saturday A total of $1100000 in pledges was received

I want to thank the members who made the pledges but this ldquotesting of the watersrdquo showed that the majority of members want to continue saving and replace the pool when we have the cash on hand

I know I had a couple comments that it would be nice to have plans available to see however contractors are not willing to draw up plans until wersquore ready to move forward

Raffle Tickets

Speaking of raising money for a new pool we are raffling off two discounts on your 2018 membership dues The Oakwood membership portion of your dues is $14000 per person At the fall meeting two names will be drawn with the winners having their overall payment reduces by $14000 Tickets are $500 each Buy as many as you wish All profits from the raffle go to the pool replacement fund See Todd (Amy) Mick Missy (Byron) or myself to get your tickets

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Movie Rentals

Looking for something to fill your afternoon Make some popcorn and gather some friends Byron and Missy (Lot 37) are renting movies (DVDs) for a $100 each DVD players are also available for rent for $200 All proceeds will go to the pool fund

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Patio Table for Sale

Condition NewPrice $5000

Ed and Karen (Lot 17)

Issue 11 June 15 2017

Flies and Mosquitos

Yes deer and horse flies arrived this past week Midweek I had checked and there werenrsquot any at the club By Thursday evening the mosquitos were thick and the flies were showing up like crazy it is amazing how just a little rain can bring them out

Thanks to Jeff (Kelly) for working with Michelle our mosquito sprayer She was on the grounds late Friday and sprayed until dark When she sprays shersquos on the grounds for about four hours She has no problem with naked members She really likes coming to Oakwood All she says is how friendly everyone is at the club Please thank her for doing a great job for us You can never get rid of all the bugs but it sure cuts them down

Pool Inspection

The state pool inspector will be on the grounds Friday morning Cass will be escorting her while she is here

Board Meeting

The June Board meeting is Saturday at 1000 am in the clubhouse These meetings are open to all club members

Finally

Oakwood Days on July 8 is just a few short weeks away If you have ideas for things to do make sure to talk to someone on the Activities Committee sooner rather than later Mick or Todd are the folks you need to talk with

It will be a fun weekend at our club as we celebrate 75 years of doing what we do

Neil

Activities Corner What a great turn out for our first volleyball practice Both courts were in use with six players on the side line waiting to get in to play Thanks to Missy (Byron) Paul (Cynthia) and Chris (Neil) for the great lunch

Upcoming Events Saturday June 17

Board Meeting - 1000 am at the clubhouse

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Campfires

Irsquove been told some members have been building campfires and leaving them blazing while they are off for an extended period of time doing other things Folks make sure that you always tend to your campfire On days like this past Saturday when there were high winds the camp fire can spread out of control and fully destroy our club

The last thing we need is to have the grounds full of people and an unattended campfire catching the surrounding woods on fire I remember when the Carlos Avery area caught fire about 10 years ago It started with a campfire near Forest Lake that wasnrsquot being watched I believe Oakwood lost two campers and the farm next to the club burned down

We must be extra careful when the wind is blowing and the temperatures are high It is a recipe for disaster

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Issue 11 June 15 2017

Bake Sale - 200 - 300

Calling all bakers to bring in your sweets Please have them packaged and priced We try to sell items for $1 $2 and $3 Those with a sweet tooth come on in Items go fast

We will also have some items with the club logo on them for sale If you like what we have we might try to some some more items made for sale Come early for these also will go fast for we only have a few of each style

This has been a great success in the past and items go fast All proceeds will go to the pool fund

Saturday June 24

King and Queen Volleyball Tournament

Host is Gary R

Sign up is at 930 at the Woody

We will have a lunch that day

Remember that Neil Missy Todd and Mick to get your raffle tickets For just $500 you could be one of two who get their 2018 Oakwood dues paid for

Activities and Social Co-Chairs

Todd amp Mick

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