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Mar/April 2012Mar/April 2012Mar/April 2012
SUNDAY, MARCH 4
Trust Treks begin, Sundays at 10:00am
SATURDAY, MARCH 17TH Saint Patrick's Day Dinner
FRIDAY, MARCH 30TH
Italian Buffet & Wine Tasting
SATURDAY, MARCH 31ST Golf Course Opens
SATURDAY, APRIL 7TH
Masters Match-Up Tournament
SUNDAY, APRIL 8TH Easter Brunch
Please visit the Member Website for a complete listing of events.
I N L I K E A L I O N.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
G reetings from the Pro Shop. We are very excited to open the golf course for play on Saturday, March
31st. Tee times will begin at 10:00a.m. daily from March 31st –April 30th, and will alter to 8:00a.m.
starting times beginning May 2nd. Mark your calendars for the Masters Match-Up Tournament on
Saturday April 7th. Tournament participant’s net scores will be combined with the Saturday score of a pro
playing in the Masters Tournament in Augusta.
Also new this season, we will be having numerous Couples Golf Tournaments with various formats throughout
the year. Sign-up for these fun tournaments individually or as a couple. The 9-hole tournaments will take
place on Saturdays at 2:00pm, with the first tournament occurring on May 12th. See below for the 2012 Golf
Tournament Schedule, and visit the golf calendar on the Member Website for further details.
We would also like to encourage everyone to reserve their tee times prior to arriving at the course. Tee times
can be arranged by calling the Pro Shop at 828-631-1009. Golf Members can reserve tee times 60 days in
advance, Sports Members can reserve tee times 7 days in advance and Social Members can reserve tee
times 3 days in advance. The golf course will be closed on Tuesdays for maintenance. If you would like to
bring a guest, please remember to register your guest in the Pro Shop prior to play.
See you on the course.
by Drew Marshall, Head Golf Professional
2012 Golf Tournament Schedule
Saturday April 7th – Masters Match-Up Tournament
Friday-Sunday May 25th- May 27th – Member/Member
Monday May 28th – Memorial Day Scramble
Tuesday June 12th – Aerification
July 1st – August 31st – Summer Match Play
Wednesday July 4th – Flag Day
Saturday July 21st – 1-Day Member-Member/Guest
Saturday-Sunday August 4th-5th, Club Championship
Saturday August 18th – 1-Day Member-Member/Guest
Sunday-Monday September 9th-10th – Member/Pro
Tuesday September 11th – Aerification
Thursday-Saturday October 4th-6th – Member/Guest
Saturday October 20th – 1-Day Member-Member/Guest
THE BOARDING HOUSE... ...looks Toward the Future, by taking a Cue from its Past
Anyone who was slightly aghast at rumors that changes were in store for The
Boarding House Restaurant will be in for a treat on March 30th, as the gathering
spot we all know as the heart and soul of the Preserve is more delightful and
welcoming this season than ever before.
Chef Jay Horton, with the help of
the new management team, has
heightened the Boarding House’s
offerings considerably. Theme
Nights will continue on Fridays with
wine tastings prior to dinner. This
year’s new and exciting themes
meld simplicity and creativity in the
kitchen! Last season’s favorites,
such as Lobster Night, Steak Night
and Fine Dining Night, will remain
on the roster, beginning in April. This year's Fine Dining Night is moving to
Thursdays while Steak Night will continue on Wednesdays.
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A new and improved weekend
breakfast menu, reminiscent of the
restaurant’s early days, will have you
up and at ’em and to the Boarding
House early on Fridays, Saturdays and
Sundays. Fresh ideas such as “Soup
and Salad Sundays” will become new
favorites and remember those brilliant
fried pickles? They're baaack!
Food preparation will also focus on
locally-grown ingredients, cooked fresh
for you, of course. And once again, on
Wednesday through Saturday evenings,
you'll want to come early and mingle with
your Balsam neighbors at the 6:00 p.m.
Social Hour. Hors d'oeuvres will complement
these gatherings and will enhance the tasty
libations brewed up at the bar.
Members will be treated to an expanded lunch menu which will feature daily specials along with
the new Dynamite Burger - watch it tickle your taste buds. And your Boarding House regulars
Spring, Marshall and Becky return with some new faces, all of whom will be sporting new uni-
forms.
Some of you will remember the macaroons that filled our Cookie Jar a couple of years ago.
James, the baker, is back and so are macaroons and breakfast breads! The nostalgia alone is
enough to make you want to give your own kitchen counter the friendly addition of a cookie jar!
“ Remember those brilliant fried pickles? They’re baaack! ’’
With a menu that is both ambitious and affordable,
we hope the new Boarding House lives up to and
surpasses its predecessor, once again becoming a
hangout for Balsam Members.
We would like each member to know that we're
committed to making your experience at the
Boarding House memorable each time you step
through the doors. Here's to a great year!
Ingredients
1 - 9” pie shell 3 eggs
¾ cup light or dark corn syrup ½ cup brown sugar ½ cup melted butter
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 cup raw pecans, lightly crushed
Pre-heat oven to 325 degrees.
Classic southern Pecan Pie.
There's nothing like it.
Try Chef Jay Horton’s recipe below for this nut confection favorite.
Method Mix all ingredients well except for the pecans. Place pecans in an even layer on
the bottom of pie shell. Pour in wet mixture. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until pie is
nicely browned on top. Cool at room temperature for 1 hr. before serving.
by Jay Horton, Executive Chef
Balsam Home Security Monitoring
35 Owners Needed to Sign-Up!
Equipment will be purchased by the Community Association and will allow BMP security to monitor member's home alarm sys-tems, similar to the way in which outside companies perform this service.
This program should pay for itself in the first year of operation.
Contact Johnny for more details at 828.631.1011 or
nicholson@balsammountain.com.
Balsam Mountain Security is offering two great opportunities for owners to support their
Community Association
Kenwood Radios Available For Sale
Stay Connected Acquire a Kenwood programmed radio
for $400 Communicate directly with Balsam Se-
curity from your home or ANYWHERE on the mountain
Annual lease charge of $100 per radio
will offset the cost of the signal tower All revenue goes directly into the Com-
munity Association budget.
To order call Johnny at 828.631.1011.
Submit Your Old Photos for our
Opening Weekend Slideshow
picture of you and your spouse, your family, or your neighbors,
and email them to;
Jamie Aquino at jaquino@balsammountain.com.
We only ask one thing— that the picture be taken some-
where at Balsam Mountain Preserve.
The Opening Night Slideshow will be a wonderful
way to bring back great memories of past times spent
with special friends at Balsam.
D i g through your photo albums for a past
I read an article recently about a ranavirus attacking and, apparently, decimating local box turtle populations
in Maryland. A ranavirus is particularly insidious in that it causes tissue necrosis, i.e., it rots perfectly
healthy tissue in various parts of the body but very commonly, lung tissue. The animal then will drown/
suffocate in its own blood. What renders this a cause for concern is that the virus jumped from amphibian pop-
ulations to reptiles (in the form of turtles).
If you’ve read this column with any regularity you know I’m not one given to drama and/or hyperbole so I want
you to know that my intent here is to just make the reader aware of the extent to which animals live in an at-
tempt to eke out an existence as a wild creature. Further I would like readers to know that that is why it is vital-
ly important for each of us to be cognizant of the harm that can be done by well-meaning people trying to, for
example, move animals out of harm’s way, e.g., many of us have helped box turtles cross roads when they’re
seen, all ‘boxed up,’ in the road, and in danger of immediate compaction. And box turtles are one of nature’s
most endearing creatures to us. Others of us have taken the hapless itinerant critters home to keep as involun-
tary pets. This often renders turtles miles from their original homeland. What this does is provide for the poten-
tial spread of localized disease (remember smallpox delivered to Native Americans) between extant popula-
tions living across the valley from one another.
So, the Trust would like to ask all BMP homeowners that if they see box turtles to give us a shout. We want to
perform a physical exam on the animals and keep records of each turtle we examine. We appreciate your help
with this project. In the meantime, enjoy the amazing wildlife we have here. We’ll do our best to keep it healthy.
by Michael Skinner, Trust Executive Director
www.bmtrust.org
The Inexorable Journey (and Consequence) of Life
Box turtles are relatively common on the Preserve and have been the subject of an on-going study with Western North Carolina Uni-versity to determine range limits of individuals. This newly discovered virus could have broad implica-tions for both reptile and amphibian populations. And while Ranavirus is not un-known, the fact that it is jumping from amphibian to reptile populations is cause for alarm. Once contracted the virus is fatal. We now want to find out if they’re being infected by a virus so please let us know when you see one.
Photo by M. Skinner
Have you heard the good news? Two new families have purchased at Balsam Mountain Preserve.
Lisa Huntting, Charlotte, NC Pete & Martha Bridge, Charlotte, NC
Discover more ways to enjoy your Membership. Explore the Balsam Mountain Member Website for an online
directory, calendar of events and more.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
We are pleased to announce we are continuing our reciprocal agreement with The Reserve at
Lake Keowee this season.
Balsam Mountain Preserve members desiring access to The Reserve at Lake Keowee Club are required to contact Balsam Member Services for all non-golf
activities and reservations at (828) 631-1000.
For golf tee times contact the Balsam Mountain Preserve Pro Shop at (828) 631-1009.
If arrangements are not made following this procedure,
there may be a delay when arriving at the Reserve at Lake Keowee Gate House.
Getting Back To Nature
THE AIM OF THE BALSAM MOUNTAIN TRUST’S EVENTS IS TO PROMOTE THE ENJOYMENT OF OUTDOOR ACTIVITY WHILE ENCOURAGING
RESPONSIBLE OUTDOOR PRACTICES AND THE EDUCATION AND APPRECIATION OF OUR
NATURAL RESOURCES.
Hiking Schedule
SATURDAY, MARCH 3 Wander the Creek | A Foray into the Dark Ridge Camp: 1:00pm—4:00pm SUNDAY, MARCH 4 Trust Trek: 10:00am SATURDAY, MARCH 10 Girl Scouts: 9:00am—Noon Trust Trek: 2:00pm—4:00pm SUNDAY, MARCH 11 Trust Trek: 10:00am SATURDAY, MARCH 17 St. Patty’s Tour of Waterfalls Local Tour of 3 Waterfalls on & offsite: 2:00pm—5:00pm
SUNDAY, MARCH 18 Trust Trek: 10:00am SATURDAY, MARCH 24 Stroll in Smokies offsite (Kephart Trail near Oconaluftee): 2:00pm—5:00pm SUNDAY, MARCH 25 Trust Trek: 10:00am SATURDAY, APRIL 7 Youth Turkey Hunt: TBD SUNDAY, APRIL 8 Trust Trek: 10:00am
SATURDAY, APRIL 14 Early Spring Wildflowers Pro-gram: 2:00pm—4:00pm SUNDAY, APRIL 15 Trust Trek: 0:00am SATURDAY, APRIL 21 Waynesville Watershed Hike: 9:00am–2:00pm SUNDAY, APRIL 22 Trust Trek: 10:00am SATURDAY, APRIL 28 Wildflower Trek: 2:00pm SUNDAY, APRIL 29 Trust Trek: 0:00am
Trust mountain treks usually include lessons in natural history and plant/animal ID. Treks may include hiking on uneven terrain, walking gravel roads, stream crossing, exploring off trail, and wildlife watching. Families and individuals are al-ways welcome on Trust Treks; just remember to call ahead if you have any questions regarding length of time, difficulty of trail, etc. It is recommended that trekkers bring their own drinking water, trail snacks, allergy medicine, walking sticks, and appropriate clothing layers. Please also wear sturdy walking/hiking shoes. All hikes meet at the Nature Center unless otherwise noted in the schedule. Please RSVP to the Trust at 828.631.1060 and leave a message in the general mailbox. Hikes are weather dependent. If the weather is questionable, please call the Nature Center to confirm that the hike has not been cancelled. If any BMP member would like private-lessons with the following: canoeing, backpacking, photography or taxidermy please let Michael know. We’ll schedule accordingly.
INTRODUCING
Golf & Lake Living
Let’s face it, lake living offers tranquility and a
whole lot of fun. And ownership at Balsam
Mountain Preserve gives members access to
the amenities of Grand Harbor Golf and Yacht
Club, a sister Challenge Golf Group Community.
One of the most amenity-rich memberships of
any golf and lake community in South Carolina,
Grand Harbor on Lake Greenwood offers a
plethora of outdoor recreational activities.
G r a n d H a r b o r
S ituated on 378 acres, the club's main amenities are - The Patriot Golf Course, the
Clubhouse, the Tennis and Fitness Complex, the Marina at Lake Greenwood, and
the lakefront Aquatic Center, which features outdoor dining and a 5,000 square-foot
pool with lap lanes, a children's pool, and a white sandy beach area.
The Davis Love III golf course takes advantage of a beautiful, rolling site with select views
of surrounding Lake Greenwood. The course is not only appropriately named in honor of
the area’s revolutionary war heritage, but also boasts a memorable earthen star fort that
serves as a stirring starting and finishing point for every round. Tommy Thomas, Grand
Harbor’s Director of Golf Operations, is a Class A PGA professional and will be happy to
assist Balsam Members with tee times.
The Club’s oversized pool features ample space for you to comfortably enjoy the day. It al-
so features a separate area for lap swimming and a huge hot tub for after-swim relaxation.
Perhaps the best part though is the setting. Directly nestled on the shores of Lake Green-
wood, swimmers and sunbathers have beautiful long-range views of the lake from nearly
every vantage point. You'll even have access to the Club's beautiful private beach.
Our neighbors at Grand Harbor are excited to welcome Balsam Members who decide to
come down from the mountain for a day trip to Lake Greenwood. What could be better than
a day of golf, fishing, swimming and dining near the water’s edge?
For Reservations and Tee Times at Grand Harbor Golf and Yacht Club please call 864.543.2000.
Grand Harbor Golf & Yacht Club Community 101 Grand Harbor Blvd | Ninety Six, SC 29666 | www.grandharbor.net
Your North Carolina Mountain Retreat
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Experience the magic of Balsam Mountain Preserve — Call us today at 866-452-3456 or click here to request more information.
Stay in a luxury mountaintop cabin for just $99 weeknights and $119 on Friday & Satur-
day nights through April 30th).
Call 877.452.3456 to set up your visit!
An Invitation to Explore
is waiting
939 BOAR RIDGE ROAD
This home is located in the central Preserve, convenient to the ameni-ties of the Boarding House and Ruby Valley Sports Camp. A floor to ceiling stone fireplace graces both the living room and screened porch. Heart pine wood floors throughout the 3 bedroom home plus guest suite over detached garage. Huge eat-in chef’s kitchen center prep island built-in kitchen desk and bookshelves, Kitchen Aid and Bosch appliances. Views carry along the Plott Balsam Mountain Range in the foreground to the distant Nantahalas and legendary Cowees.
Club Hours of Operation
Pro Shop: Opening March 31st, 10:00 tee times.
Practice Park: Opening March 31st.
Trail Rides Opening May 1st.
Pavilion: Open 24 hours.
Fitness Center: Open 24 hours.
Pool: Opening May 1st.
Activities: Beginning June.
Tennis Courts: Opening April 1st.
Turnhouse: Opening March 31st.
The Boarding House Restaurant:
Light Continental Breakfast:
Mon – Thurs, 8am – 10am
Breakfast:
Fri – Sun, 8am – 10am
Brunch:
Sun, 10am – 2 pm
Lunch:
Wed – Mon, 11:30am – 2pm
Dinner:
Fri – Sat, 6:30pm – 8pm
The Nature Center: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily
Club Staff and Contact Information
Administration: 828.631.1040
Jimmy McDonnell: President
Bruce Fine: Vice President
Tina Jones: Business Manager
Member Services: 828.631.1000
Amy Coggins: Manager
Balsam Care
(Maintenance & Cabins): 828.631.1000
Pro Shop: 828.631.1009
Drew Marshall: Head Golf Pro
Activities: 828.631.1063
Stables: 828.631.1066
Security / Main Gate: 828.631.1011
Main Gate Emergency: 828.508.0116
Sales: 828.631.1001
Joe Dellinger: Sales Executive
Bill Minus: Sales Executive
Jamie Aquino: Marketing Assistant
RIDGE Lines Editor
Nature Center / Balsam Mountain Trust:
828.631.1060
Michael Skinner: Executive Director
Blair Ogburn: Sr. Naturalist
Ron Lance: Sr. Naturalist
www.bmtrust.org
The Reserve at Lake Keowee Contact Balsam Member Services at
828.631.1000 for all Activities and Reservations.
www.reserveatlakekeowee.com
Grand Harbor Golf & Yacht Club Call 864.543.2000 for Dining Reservations and
Tee Times.
Balsam Member Services at 828.631.1000 for all
Activities and Reservations.
www.reserveatlakekeowee.com
Balsam Mountain Preserve | 81 Preserve Road | Sylva, NC 28779
866.452.3456
www.balsammountainpreserve.com