The Lake Forester - Golf Fusion

Lake Forest
Yacht and Country Club
The Lake Forester
Your Community....Experience it!
A Monthly Newsletter for LFPOA Members ● www.lakeforestpoa.com
November, 2011 ● Volume 21, No. 11

Features.......
4 General Managers
Report
12-13 What's
Happening in LF
14 Yard of the Month
21 Upcoming in Golf
23 Lake Forest Photos
Daphne High and
Lake Forest Garden Club
Plant Sale
Future horticultureists from Daphne High
show off their plants for the upcoming sale
The Daphne High
School Agri-science Dept.
will have its annual twoday
plant sale from 7 to
11 a.m. Saturday, October
29th and November 5th
at the greenhouses behind
the high school on Lawson
Road. Follow the signs.
Featured plants include
6-inch potted mums
for $3 each and 6-inch
pots of cabbage, kale and
dianthus for $1.50. Flats
of petunias and pansies
will be $12. Flats of dusty miller plants are $15. Hanging baskets
of trailing petunias will be $8. All plants are pre-fertilized and are
suitable for the fall through next spring.
Lake Forest Garden Club members will be on hand to assist with
flower choices and students will load purchased plants into patron’s
vehicles. Proceeds will be used to support Agri-science programs
including sending the students to compete in career development
events, helping them attend the state convention, and working to
enhance community beautification.
On the cover...This building, located at One Yacht Club
Drive, is home to our Business Office, Golf Pro Shop, and the
19th Hole Restaurant.
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LFPOA NEWS
LAKE FOREST ROAD PROPOSAL
~By Mary Ann Hampton, President LFPOA ~
As anyone who has traveled through Lake Forest lately knows, our community is
experiencing some extensive road work. These improvements are being made without
additional cost to any of the Lake Forest residents, paid for entirely by the City
of Daphne. The improvements include, but have not been limited to, new curbs,
gutters, median improvements, resurfacing, and modifications to the street itself if
necessary. Mr. Richard Johnson, Director of Public Works for the City of Daphne,
and engineers from HMR have been working closely together on this project, and
the results are certainly gratifying. When the project is completed, the new look it
will bring to those parts of Lake Forest will be impressive.
The improvements, however, are limited to a few miles of Lake Forest. According
to the current plans set out by the City, when the road work in those designated
areas is completed, the project will end. The funds allocated for this work
will have been depleted, and no more road work in Lake Forest is planned in the
near future except for the necessary repair and maintenance work on the streets.
Under the statutory mandates, the City is obligated only to repair and maintain
the streets and roads as they now exist, not to upgrade, improve, or reconstruct.
Moreover, there is no time restriction on accomplishing these objectives, and those
items would be accomplished under the budget and by the vote of the City Council
of Daphne.
Knowing the current project is finite, several weeks ago, Mr. Johnson and the engineers
from HMR brought forth a proposal to extend the road work so that all the
streets, including main streets, side roads, and cul-de-sacs, would be upgraded and
improved or at least resurfaced according to a planned schedule. The proposal contained
a new concept for road improvements, a plan by which the residents of the
areas improved would repay a part of the work to the municipality under an assessment
that would appear on the property tax bill annually for a designated amount
of time. This assessment would be collected by the City of Daphne and would
reimburse the amount spent for upgrades and improvements by the City. However,
the part of the project cost that would be allocated for resurfacing and other work
that would ordinarily be part of the city’s obligation would be paid for completely by
the City. Only the costs of planned improvements and upgrades would be assessed
to the property owners.
Mr. Johnson had three levels in the proposal: 1) Improve and upgrade as well
as resurface every street and road in Lake Forest, including medians; 2) Improve
and upgrade the main roadways through Lake Forest and only resurface all the side
streets and cul-de-sacs; 3) Only resurface all the remaining streets and roads with
no additional work to the medians, no curbs, and no gutters that do not already
exist. The first two options would require an assessment to those property owners
affected. The third option requires no additional funding beyond that set aside by
the City. Obviously, if the first two options are not approved, the third option will
be implemented by default.
There are some facts surrounding this proposal that require special emphasis:
1) If any assessment were to be made, it would be based ONLY on upgrades and
improvements made to the roads, streets, and medians; 2) The City is mandated
to repair and maintain all streets and roadways but there is no mandate HOW
or WHEN they must address this work; 3) The City is not obligated to update,
upgrade, and improve the road system but is mandated to repair and maintain it
ONLY as it exists today; 4) The current proposal made by the Director of Public
Works for Daphne and the engineers from HMR was made with the objective of
continuing the current project while prices are somewhat predictable and while the
City might be able to obtain the required funding at a good interest rate; 5) The continuation
of this project would enable the repair, maintenance, resurfacing, and/or
improvements and upgrades to Forest streets and roads consistently and uniformly,
and Lake Forest would be in good shape for a predicted fifteen to twenty years; 6)
This proposal can ONLY be implemented by the City of Daphne; 7) The Lake Forest
Property Owners’ Association has NO AUTHORITY to vote or be involved in the
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LFPOA NEWS
LAKE FOREST DIRECTORY
A Covenant Restricted Community
E-mail: lakeforestpoa@bellsouth.net
Visit our Web Site at www.lakeforestpoa.com
Office Hours .............................8:00 a.m. ~ 4:30 p.m.
Administration Office ................................ 626-0788
Rob Wright, General Manager ................. 626-0788
Food & Beverage Director ........................ 626-9329
19th Hole ....................................................... 626-4520
Golf Pro Shop .............................................. 626-9324
Yacht Club .................................................... 626-9329
Marina ........................................................... 626-4521
Stables ........................................................... 709-3573
Tennis ............................................................ 626-9696
Vision Management ............................ 239-561-1444
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Mary Ann Hampton, President ............... 625-1286
mahampton98@yahoo.com
Chair By-laws & Covenants; Co-Chair Finance &
Compensation; Chair Environmental & Political
Awareness; Chair Board Governance
Travis Stone, Vice President ................... 510-9237
travisstone@prudentialnichols.com
Chair Communications & Marketing;
Co-Chair By-laws and Covenants
Ed Kirby, Assistant Vice Pres. ................. 626-1645
edkirby7942@yahoo.com
Chair Buildings & Grounds
J. Anthony Dees, Treasurer ..................... 653-5075
tdees@gulfequipment.net
Chair Finance & Compensation
Richard Kersey, Asst. Treasurer ............. 644-7080
g.kersey@mchsi.com
Chair Architectural, Chair Covenant Compliance
Bill Menefee, Sergeant At Arms .............. 626-8772
ofcbill@rocketmail.com
Chair Community Safety
Marie Bidney ............................................... 626-7742
mbidney82@bellsouth.net
Chair Yacht Club; Chair Marina;
Co-Chair Communications
Ray Sturch ................................................... 776-0844
rayandlinda@mchsi.com
Chair Golf; Co-Chair Marina; Co-Chair Yacht Club
All members of the Board except Bill Menefee
(conflict of interest) are members of the
Environmental and Political
Awareness Committee
LAKE FORESTER
A monthly newsletter for LFPOA Members
Editor ~ Marie Bidney
mbidney82@bellsouth.net
NEED AN AD PLACED?
CALL 626-9300
Articles must be turned in or e-mailed to
the Editor or Office by the 10th of each month
General Manager's Report
~ By Rob Wright, CCM, CAM ~
Thanksgiving is staring us right in eye and right after that December and
the holidays. The Lake 9 will open in November and the Yacht Club will be
serving Thanksgiving dinner.
Both Tennis and Golf have seen an increase in membership and usage.
Tennis is as active as it has ever been with more teams and more members
than there have been in years. The Lake 9 reopens for the first time since
May and is in incredible shape. The golf membership drive brought the
number of annual members to it’s highest total in a long time and the E-
blast coupons have pushed up usage. The discounts that are available to
Rob Wright Lake Forest owners, that are not annual golf members, has increased the
number of home owners playing the course. It is a great course and in fantastic
shape.
The pools closed October 31st, after a year of record usage by owners and their families. Remember
that your pool card will still be good next year when we reactivate them on May 1st.
The restaurants at the 19th Hole and the Yacht Club are both booming. Holiday party bookings
are up and the College Game Day package at the Yacht Club makes it a busy place. The all
you can eat Prime Rib nights are bringing in over a hundred owners every time.
If there is anything we can do, remember we are always there to answer any questions.
Meet Missy Hoover, Administrative Assistant
Missy Hoover just joined the staff at Lake Forest
Yacht and Country Club as the new Administrative
Assistant in the main office. She grew up in Summerdale,
Alabama and graduated from Foley High School
in 2001. After graduation, she obtained a cheerleading
scholarship in 2001 to Missouri Valley College
where she studied business.
She attends St. Margaret's of Scotland Catholic
Church in Foley and has been a parish member for
over 20 years. She loves to travel and learn about
other cultures and Missy says, "My idea of a good time
is spending time with my family and friends over good
food and wine. It's Fall-time, so there's nothing better
than barbequing outside and watching Auburn football!"
She hopes she does not gain enemies from that
Missy Hoover
statement. She also says, "Good humor goes a long
way with me."
Missy says she is very blessed to be able to join such an amazing staff like the one here at
Lake Forest and she feels right at home working in such a friendly, professionally-driven atmosphere.
She looks forward to a long career with Lake Forest. Welcome Missy!

Meet Jennifer Ambrester
LFPOA Food and Beverage Director
With over ten years of both
"Front and Back of House"
hospitality knowledge, Jennifer
hails from the Charleston,
South Carolina campus of
Johnson and Wales University.
It was there that she
received her Associate's in
Culinary Arts and a Bachelors
in Food Service/Hospitality
Management.
Jennifer says, "My journey
in this profession has allowed
me to travel throughout Europe
with the soul purpose of
catering to the Formal One
Grand Prix to an event planner
with the St. Louis Metropolitan
Zoological Park."
Most recently, she has held
Jennifer Ambrester the position of Sous Chef
for the University of South
Alabama's Catering Department
for over two years. She looks forward to bringing her
knowledge and passion for the culinary arts to the Lake
Forest Yacht and Country Club. "While I also look forward to
getting to know each and every member and their guests, I
am equally excited to not only meeting your expectations but
exceeding them!," Jennifer says. So welcome Jennifer to the
staff of Lake Forest.
Presidents report ....continued from page 3
Page 5 • Lake Forester • November • 2011
LFPOA NEWS
official approval or implementation of this proposal.
In order for Mr. Johnson’s proposal to be implemented, the City Council of Daphne
would have to approve and be willing to take the necessary steps. Of course,
the City will not even initiate the first steps toward implementing this proposal
unless there is a solid basis of citizen approval from Lake Forest residents since
the proposal contains the possibility of an assessment and also obligates the City of
Daphne to do millions of dollars of road work over the next few years. This proposal
would require a commitment both from the City and from Lake Forest residents.
Mr. Johnson made his proposal first to the Board of Directors of the Lake Forest
Property Owners’ Association in order to get opinions on how this proposal might
be received. The Board has placed a survey on its website so that residents can
express their views. These will be passed on to the Department of Public Works
and the City.
The Board of Directors believe that their duties include publishing information
on issues affecting Lake Forest residents. This proposal is such an issue. The
Board believes that Lake Forest residents should be aware that this proposal has
been made. Further, the residents need to know the details of the proposal. That
is the reason the presentation in its entirety was placed on the website in the expectation
that Lake Forest residents would view it and be informed.
Some misinformation has been circulated that the potential assessment involved
in the road proposal, if it were to be implemented, is somehow connected to association
dues or assessments in Lake Forest. This is not true. Lake Forest Property
Owners’ Association and its Board of Directors have no connections to the City. Association
dues and assessments are totally separate from any taxes or assessments
related to the City of Daphne.
The Board provides a forum for this proposal and other items and issues that
we believe of interest to our residents. Our goal is to provide more information and
better avenues of communication. Therefore, we invite you to visit our website at
lakeforestpoa.org. Take the survey and give us your opinion. Additionally, for more
direct communication on activities in Lake Forest, please attend our board meetings
at the 19th Hole. We look forward to seeing you there.
Take the Road Survey
The Lake Forest Board of Directors wants to hear from You! Please read the
following carefully before completing the survey, your opinion is critical to help determine
what recommendations are made regarding future roadway improvements
within Lake Forest.
The Daphne Public Works department and the city’s engineers have made a
proposal to repair and enhance the roads within Lake Forest, the detailed plan
is available on our website, www.Lakeforestpoa.org. The department of Public
Works acknowledges that the roads and storm water management system are their
responsibility but improvements and enhancements such as curbs, gutters and
median renovations are not.
This means that it is unlikely that the city will fund any further curb, gutter, or
median renovation as has been done at the Lawson and North entrances without
Lake Forest residents agreeing to an assessment to fund the improvements.
The Public Works department has offered three options which are described on
the website and represented in the linked survey. Again we ask that you read the
options carefully and then click on the survey link and select the option you favor.
Your input on the survey will help determine whether or not a recommendation
is made to the city that the residents of Lake Forest support a program to enhance
and improve the roadways. Help us represent you, give us your opinion.
http://www2.cybergolf.com/survey/index

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LFPOA NEWS
Board Stated
Meeting Highlights
~ October 20, 2011 ~
As always, complete minutes and financials can be reviewed by property
members in their entirety at the LFPOA Office or on the website at
www.lakeforestpoa.com in the Members Section.
The meeting was called to order. Those present were Mary Ann Hampton,
Travis Stone, Ed Kirby, Richard Kersey, Marie Bidney. Those absent were
Tony Dees, Ray Sturch, Bill Menefee. General Manager Rob Wright was present.
As no minutes were in the Board's folders, they were not approved.
By Laws Committee had no report. Travis reported for Communications
that at a future date, an informative meeting will be planned for realtors about
the improvements that have been done at Lake Forest. Marie reported about
the newsletter and events that were happening at the Yacht Club for the month
of November. Richard Kersey gave an overview of the financial report and a
"user-friendly" report is being developed which will be present on the website.
The GM gave a report on various items and announced a new F&B Director
has been hired. He mentioned that Tennis will have a youth event on November
5 and Tennis has now 63 members. New Golf Memberships are up to 12
with a goal of 15 for the year. No report for Community and Safety. Ed Kirby
for Buildings and Grounds said there were no new projects for the last month.
Richard Kersey reported on Architectural and the biggest complaint is lot appearance.
On Golf, Rob reported that the MGA tournament was successful. Lake 9
will open in November and they had a good turnout for the Superintendent's
Tournament. As a result of that, new logo flags and new cups will be installed.
Under Old Business, Ed Kirby said that new estimates of cost for the damaged
bulkhead at the Yacht Club will be sought.
Under new business, Joe Hall has resigned from the stables. Tonya Halterman
has requested to take over managing the stables. A motion was made
to establish a lease agreement with Ms. Halterman. This was seconded and
passed. Being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Architectural Report
~ By Stacy Johnston ~
Covenant Compliance Reminders
Burning of trash, leaves, etc. is not allowed in Lake Forest. Please report
any unauthorized burning to the Lake Forest Architectural Department
or the Daphne Fire Department.
Political signs cannot be displayed earlier than 60 days prior to the
election and should be removed within 24 hours of the election. You may
have up to 3 political signs in your yard, but not more than 1 sign per
candidate or issue. The size of the sign cannot exceed 5 square feet.
The Architectural Department will be focusing over the next 30 days
on inspecting the subdivision for yards that are not being maintained
according to the Architectural Guidelines. The guidelines state that your
lawn should be maintained on a regular basis – cut your grass, control
weeds, keep bushes and hedges trimmed, and keep flowerbeds and
natural areas mulched. Native areas should be cutback as needed and
dead trees cut down. Fallen tree debris (pine cones, leaves, etc.) should
be regularly removed from yard. Front yards with no grass need to be
relandscaped. Your driveway, walkways, and the street in front of your
home should be kept edged and cleaned. Removal of significant trees
must be approved in advance by the City of Daphne. Mailbox should be
kept clean and repaired as necessary.
southpoint bank

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LIVING IN LAKE FOREST
Purses, Purses, Purses
~ Submitted by Marty Boor ~
Sadie Hawkins Two Man Scramble
Lunch &
Prizes
Wednesday,
November 2
Hosted by
the LGA
8:30 a.m.
$20 pp
The Lake Forest
Community Women's
Club completed
their program of
collecting "gently
used" purses. AT
the October 20th
meeting over 175
purses of various
shapes and sizes,
colors and styles,
fabrics, and leathers
were then donated
tot he Junior League
of Mobile for placement
in their re-sale
shop in Mobile. All
L-R Officers of the JLM Maria Williams, Nonie
Taul, and Tracie Ray accept the purse donation
from President Connie Mahoney.
profits will go to local charities in Mobile and Baldwin counties.
Accepting the purses for the JLM were our guests Nonie Taul, Tracie
Ray, and Maria Williams, officers in JLM. They explained their
organization's aims and purposes, ongoing programs, and coming
events. This all-volunteer group has many working charities bringing
benefits to women and
children in both counties.
Their presentation gave
many examples of how
and where any "purse"
funds could be used.
Plans for the "market
Place Auction and Bake
Sale" (November 22,
2011) were announced
by Cookie White. This
year, the event will be
divided into a separate
The JLM brought with them some examples bake sale and the auction
for crafts. Please
of clothing that might be found at their resale
shop, Seconds on Sage in Mobile.
notify Cookie White at
586-3390 as to the type
of baked goods you will
bring, which will be priced and labeled early.
Hostesses for October were Mary Thompson, Doretta Bottenus,
Dottie Rankins, Kathy Meilleur, and Ann Armstrong.

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LIVING IN LAKE FOREST
Amenity Map Legend
P = Pool
T= Tennis
S= Stables
YC = Yacht club
CC = 19th Hole &
LFPOA Office
19th Hole Grill
Located on the Golf Course
Dine In/Take Out
Large Screen TV
Indoor and outdoor dining
Tues-Sun 10 am - 4 pm
Closed Monday
626-4520
YC
Lake Forest Marina
Wet /dry slips • Boat launch •
Fuel
Mon - Tues closed
Wed - Fri 9 am - 6 pm
Sat-Sun 8 am-5 pm
Harbor Master available
626-4521 • 1 Yacht Club Drive
Lake Forest Racquet Club
4 clay courts • 2 Hard courts
All ages • All skill levels
Lesson Clinics • Leagues
Summer Youth Clinics
Pro Shop
Tennis Pro Mike Albrecht
Call or see Web site for hours
626-9696• Country Club Drive
Lake Forest Golf Club
The Forest 18-Par 72
Lake 9-Par 35•Pro Shop
Golf Profressional
Closed Mondays 626-9324
Lake Forest Yacht Club
Bayfront dining •
Lounge • Sunset Deck •
Available for parties
Restaurant Hours
Sun/Tues/Wed/Thur/Sat
5:00 - 8:00 pm
Friday
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Lounge Hours
Tues/Thurs/Sat/Sun
4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Fri 4:00 pm-1:00 am
Happy Hour 4-6 p.m.
Closed Mondays
626-9329
Lake Forest Stables
Convenient boarding
with riding ring
Riding trails • Round pen
Wash rack
Stable manager
(Stables privately managed)
Equine Circle at end of
Mayor Street
Lake Forest
Lake Forest Pools
3 Pools operational in summer
Each pool has playground
and grill
• Swim and Racquet
Lap pool
• Montclair
Shallow end for kids
• Ridgewood
Separate toddler pool

Special Events
Mondays
Ladies Tennis
5:30 ~ 6:30 p.m.
6:30 ~ 7:30 p.m.
Tuesdays
Kid’s Tennis
4-5 yr old 4:30 ~ 5:00 p.m.
6-7 yr old 5:00 ~ 5:45 p.m.
8-10 yr old 5:45 ~ 6:45 p.m.
Thursdays
Buffet at the YC
5:00 ~ 8:00 p.m.
NOVEMBER 2011
TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 Sr. Men’s Tennis
8:30 a.m.
Men’s Golf Tee-Off
7:30-9:30 a.m.
8
Home Improvement
Committee
6:30 p.m. @ 19th Hole
Sr. Men’s Tennis
8:30 a.m.
Men’s Golf Tee-Off
7:30-9:30 a.m.
15
Sr. Men’s Tennis
8:30 a.m.
Men’s Golf Tee-Off
7:30-9:30 a.m.
2
9
Ladies Golf 8:30 a.m.
LGA-Sadie Hawkins
Tournament
Car Club meets @
Yacht Club
Ladies Golf 8:30 a.m.
MOOPS meet @
Yacht Club
16
Ladies Golf 8:30 a.m.
Baldwin Business
Council meets @
Yacht Club
3 Men’s Golf Tee-Off
7:30-9:30 a.m.
Sr. Men’s Tennis
8:30 a.m.
Garden Club
@ Yacht Club
9:30 a.m.
10 Men’s Golf Tee-Off
7:30-9:30 a.m.
Sr. Men’s Tennis
8:30 a.m.
LFPOA Board
Work Session 7:00p.m.
@ 19th Hole
17 Men’s Golf Tee-Off
7:30-9:30 a.m.
Sr. Men’s Tennis
8:30 a.m.
Women’s Club @ YC
LFPOA Stated
Meeting 7:00 p.m.
4
Sr. Golf @ 8:30 a.m.
Men’s Hat Game
1 p.m.
Ladies Tennis
Open Class
9:00-10:00 a.m.
11
Sr. Golf @ 8:30 a.m.
Men’s Hat Game
1 p.m.
Ladies Tennis
Open Class
9:00-10:00 a.m.
18
Sr. Golf @ 8:30 a.m.
Men’s Hat Game
1 p.m.
Ladies Tennis
Open Class
9:00-10:00 a.m.
5
Saturday Morning
Dogfight
Call Pro Shop
@ 626-9324
Sr. Men’s
Tennis 8:30 a.m.
12
Saturday Morning
Dogfight
Call Pro Shop
@ 626-9324
Sr. Men’s
Tennis 8:30 a.m.
19
Saturday Morning
Dogfight
Call Pro Shop
@ 626-9324
Sr. Men’s
Tennis 8:30 a.m.
Kid’s Tennis
4-5 yr old 4:30 ~ 5:00 p.m.
6-7 yr old ~ 5:00 ~ 5:45 p.m.
8 - 10 yr old ~ 5:45 ~ 6:45
p.m.
Fridays
Karoake @ YC 8:30 p.m.
22
Sr. Men’s Tennis
8:30 a.m.
Men’s Golf Tee-Off
7:30-9:30 a.m.
29 Sr. Men’s Tennis
8:30 a.m.
Men’s Golf Tee-Off
7:30-9:30 a.m.
Lake Forest Yacht Club,
Inc. meets @ Yacht Club
7:00 p.m.
23
Ladies Golf 8:30 a.m.
30
Ladies Golf 8:30 a.m.
24
Thanksgiving
@ Yacht Club
11:00 a.m. ~
4:00 p.m.
25
Sr. Golf @ 8:30 a.m.
Men’s Hat Game
1 p.m.
Ladies Tennis
Open Class
9:00-10:00 a.m.
26
Saturday Morning
Dogfight
Call Pro Shop
@ 626-9324
Sr. Men’s
Tennis 8:30 a.m.

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LIVING IN LAKE FOREST
WANT TO DEVELOP A
GREEN THUMB?
WE WANT TO HELP YOU
LAKE FOREST GARDEN CLUB is looking
for anyone who ever wished they could grow
something and watch it bloom and thrive.
Yes, we are looking for women from
Lake Forest to become active members
of our club. We want you as
a member if you are interested in
beautifying your home or garden.
We encourage civic beauty
and study all aspects of the fine
art of gardening with interesting,
informative speakers each
month. We promote the Christmas
Decorating Contest each
year in Lake Forest and we have
a Garden Walk each spring of
select gardens in our subdivision
– always a privilege to attend. We
exchange plants, ideas and friendship
in nine months of informal meetings.
You will receive practical information and
instructions on the flora and fauna of our
state. Members also take field trips, carpooling
to different events or sites. Please call Lura Kauffman
at 621-1659 or just attend our meeting at the Lake Forest
Yacht Club on the first Thursday of the month at 9:45 a.m.
Improvement Committee
~ Submitted by Tomasina Werner ~
Have you ever watched someone create a work of art? Perhaps
you have created a work of art. Each of us has a creative spark
within our being filled with creative energy that can be directed in
many different ways.
Ask yourself, “What have I created?” You will be surprised to
realize you are the creator of many things. It might be as simple as
a flower bed or as complex as an irrigation system for a landscape.
It could even be as simple as being a part of a “dream team” with
a desire for clean neighborhood medians and beautiful resurfaced
streets. Think about it, what has been your best creation -- the one
you are proudest of? My favorite was developing a fun and interesting
curriculum for teaching 6-year olds in Sunday school, which I
used for 44 years.
Oliver Wendell Holmes once said, “The great thing in this world
is not so much where we stand, as in what direction we are moving.”
In what direction are you moving? Could you find a small window of
time in your busy schedule where you can “sneak” in a block of time
to do something special to help improve Lake Forest? Thousands
of our neighbors are already doing just that by beautifying their
own homes and landscapes. It’s amazing how little time it takes
to make a major difference in the appearance of our surroundings –
just moving all trash and garbage receptacles from curb sight until
pickup day is an example.
As you drive through Lake Forest, take time to notice the things
you see in the yards of neighbors that you find unattractive. Are
there things on the front porch or yard such as old, worn out children’s
toys or debris that should be out of sight? Then notice the
groomed lawns with beautiful mailboxes and peaceful porches with
inviting swings, chairs and flowers. What a contrast! Now, think
of your own home and surroundings. How do you feel about it? Are
you doing all you can to make it a beautiful, peaceful atmosphere to
come home to? If not, what would it take on your part, physically, to
make that happen?
Lake Forest Improvement Committee (LFIC) members are always
thinking and working on ways to improve their own surroundings
and that of Lake Forest. Since its reorganization in 2005, LFIC
has been moving in the direction of their dreams through ideas to
improve the surroundings and lifestyle of Lake Forest residents.
New members are “welcome and needed.” Please consider coming
to a meeting the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the 19th
Hole to see if you would like to become a part of helping this group
improve your neighborhood.
Please visit our website: WWW.LFIC.ORG.

Saturday, November 27th
3:00 p.m. ~ 5:00 p.m.
FREE Junior Golf Expo
Free Games, Free Clinics
Contests, Drawings
U S Kids Golf Demos
Call 626-9324 for details
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LIVING IN LAKE FOREST
Lake Forest Garden Club
~ By Lura Kauffman, President ~
Our October meeting was held at the Yacht
Club on October 6, 2011. Hostesses Dottie
Zimmer, Barb Cummings, Alice Albright, Ann
Armstrong and Glenda Kersey provided delicious
refreshments and lovely Croton centerpieces
which were also used as door prizes.
New Inspiration Chairman, Elaine Maxime,
presented two inspirations, one serious and
one funny to get us off to a good start. An announcement
was made about our ongoing Membership
Drive and we would like to invite all
Lake Forest ladies to join us for fun, friendship
and to learn about gardening in our area!
Barb Comstock, First Vice President, introduced
speaker, Laurie Parker, author, wordsmith
and garden collage artist. Ms. Parker speaker Laurie Parker
Lura Kauffman (L) and
brought copies of her 12th and newest book,
The Garden Alphabet which is written in metered rhyme using names of
flowers and plants and beautifully illustrated with her garden collages.
She has been self-employed as an author of poetry and art for 15 years and
participated in gardening with
her mother and sister for many
years but only became interested
in her own garden three years ago
when she purchased a house. She
had interesting stories about her
garden and her collage art – for instance,
when positioning the tiny
pieces of collage art, do not turn
on the ceiling fan! And keep the
cat away! All in all an excellent
L-R) Lura Kauffman, LFGC President,
speaker and a beautiful book.
Meredith Foster, principal of Daphne High,
Andy Jones, Agri-Science teacher,and We will, again, be helping
Carol Robison, LFGC Treasurer.
Daphne High School with their
annual Fall Plant Sale on October
29th and November 5th from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the greenhouses behind
the high school. Watch for the signs. The plants are very healthy, pre-fertilized
and very reasonably priced and priced lower than the big box stores.
We also presented a check to Andy Jones, Agri-science teacher at DHS to
repair his well for the greenhouse.
Door Prizes were won by Verne Boland, Jean Wildenhaus, Ruth Foss,
Thomasina Werner, Linda Locklin and Lura Kauffman. The 50/50 prize
was won by Lura Kauffman.
Please join us on November 3rd for our meeting with fun, friendship and
gardening tips. New members and guests are always welcome.

3 TV’s to watch
November 5
Alabama vs LSU
November 26
Auburn vs Alabama
at the Yacht Club
Bar opens @ 12 Noon
½ Off Appetizers
$3 Well Drinks
Sunday Brunch
at the Yacht Club
November 13, 2011
11:00 a.m. ~ 2:00 p.m.
Complimentary Mimosa or Bloody Mary
Assorted Danish, Muffins, Quiches
Made to order Omelets
(Or eggs made your way)
Eggs Benedict & Frittatas
(Additional cost for al a carte)
$3.50
1st and 3rd Thursday
is Fried Fish
Thursday Night Buffet at the Yacht Club
2nd and 4th Thursday
is Chef's Choice
ALL U CAN EAT
$7.95
Shrimp & Grits, Bacon, Sausage
Roasted Garlic & Rosemary Red Potatoes
Biscuits & Gravy
Pecan Encrusted Chicken Tenders
Chef's choice of seasonal fresh vegetables
Macaroni and Cheese
Fresh seasonal Fruit
Coffee Tea or water
$14.95 pp
($7.95 for little people)
Reservations Please ~ 626-9329

Join us for Thanksgiving Dinner
at the Yacht Club
Thursday, November 24
11:00 a.m. ~ 3:00 p.m.
Complimentary Champagne or House Wine
Baby Mixed Field Green Salad
Roasted Turkey with Gravy
Honey Glazed Ham
Traditional Thanksgiving Stuffing
Green Bean Casserole
Sweet Potato Souffle
Red Bliss Smashed Potatoes
Cranberry Relish
Assorted Breads and Rolls
Pumpkin Cheesecake
Traditional Bread Pudding
With a Bourbon Caramel Sauce
Coffee, Tea, Water
$19.95 pp
$8.95 for little people
Please reserve by November 18 to 626-9329
PRIME
FRIDAY
RIB
November 18
Lake Forest Yacht Club
On Mobile Bay
5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Please reserve
by November 11
626-9329

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LIVING IN LAKE FOREST
A Restful Corner
Retreat
By Janet Pruitt
Andy and Pam Oberkirch
with Rascal
As we turn over a new leaf and move into the month of November
the next “Yard of the Month” award goes to a well
deserving couple: Andy and Pam Oberkirch. Their love for
gardening is obvious as they have created pristine, well-manicured
and inviting woodlands gardens surrounding a charming
cottage-style home. It is truly a serene and beautiful landscape.
This home is located at 244 Rolling Hill Drive (on the southeast
corner of Rolling Hill and Hope Drive). You can’t miss it, just
look for a “Stop” sign at the corner with two beautiful baskets
hanging on the sign… containing lantana full of rich autumn
shades of color.
Andy and Pam moved here10 years ago, and soon after Andy
built a closed-in porch on the back of the house, giving family
and friends a great place to congregate and enjoy the outdoors.
Recently they established a sitting area atop a hill in their
back yard for their lawn chairs and a chiminea. Soon they will
be landscaping this area to provide another place to relax and
enjoy. Andy explained, “When we moved here the yard and the house was just bare bones with no character.
We’ve made a lot of improvements.” They had to deal with a serious problem of water run-off but were able
to fix much of the problem by installing double French drains on the right side of their home. Andy and Pam
have worked long and hard planting the shrubs and flowers that they enjoy to make it the lovely landscape
it is today. Andy recently had back surgery that put him out of commission for a while, so his son Jay, who
owns Gulf South Landscape Co., pitched in to help. Jay has done an excellent job for his parents and has
generated many requests from neighbors nearby to do work for them.
As you approach the Oberkirch home you begin to feel a sense of calm and peace as the tall oaks and
pines offer cool shade from the sun’s golden rays. Off to the right you find a stately crape myrtle standing
in the midst of a massive planting of azaleas and big leaf (blue) hydrangeas, lorapedliums and manicured
jasmine. The azaleas, hydrangeas, and lorepedlum combination is repeated in shaded beds throughout
this beautiful and attractive landscape. Pam loves exchanging flowers as the seasons roll through and has
brought her personal touch by strategically placing pink and yellow chrysanthemums and Kimberly ferns
nestled in here and there - splashing color, texture and drama along the borders of the gardens. Nearby you
also spot lantana in a variety of colors, giving life and excitement to the landscape. Agapanthus outlines the
border of one bed which will turn gorgeous indigo blue by spring. Poised between two beds there’s a wooden
garden bench where Andy, Pam, and their Yorker, Rascal love sitting and watching grandkids play. Bryar
(age 5) and Sophia (age 2) love to swing on a rope swing hanging from a large oak nearby. Close by is a
birdhouse that Andy built, where they all enjoy watching and listening to the birds as they sing!
Andy and Pam agree that besides watching the grandkids, their next best past-time is sipping coffee in
their rockers on the front porch early in the morning. Here they can enjoy the Boston ferns perched above,
the beautiful rounded boxwoods and yellow mums nestled in below that defines and outlines their porch,
adding joy to a fresh new day! Thank You Andy and Pam for sharing your awesome yard and talents with
us!

Neighborhood Watch
~ By Carolyn Reid ~
The overall crime statistics for Lake
Fores for September 2011 were up 5%
from August. In September there were
111 incidents city wide with 21 (19%) in
Lake Forest. The good news continues
in that there were not any vehicles broken
into during this time.
The 21 incidents included the following:
Family disputes - 8 incidents (38%);
Burglary - 3 incidents (14%); Harassment
- 2 incidents (10%); Welfare concern
- 2 (10%); and the following with 1
incident each (5% each) were Minor in
possession of alcohol, death investigation,
fraud investigation, juvenile runaway, suspicious circumstances,
and criminal mischief.
The location of these crimes were as follows: Bayview Drive - Minor
in possession of alcohol; Betty Circle - Family dispute (5 incidents);
Briarcliff Circle - Harassment; Greenwood Drive - Burglary
and Criminal Mischief; Lake Forest Blvd. - Welfare concern (2 incidents);
Lawson Road - Harassment; Michael Loop - Family dispute
(2 incidents); Montclair Loop - Death investigation; Ridgewood Drive
- Burglary, Juvenile runaway, Suspicious circumstances, and Family
dispute; Schooley Circle - Fraud investigation; and, Sintabouge
Circle - Burglary.
Remember that you are part of the solution to crime in Lake
Forest. So, please take an interest in your surroundings and if you
see anything suspicious, call the Daphne Police Department at 621-
9100. If it is an emergency, call 911.
PLEASE DON'T LITTER
IN LAKE FOREST
ENJOY YOUR COMMUNITY
We have fifty new families joining
us this year, many are new to the
area. We are delighted to have them
and their fresh ideas joining in the
planning and implementation of new
programs. We have new leadership in
Volleyball, park days, both field trip
teams, k5 graduation, parties, as well
as two teen groups.
The field trip teams have held two
shirt making workshops. The students
had a great time designing and creating
their shirts.
Sixty plus area homeschooling
students are preparing for the winter
production, “A Christmas Carol with
a Kick.” The drama will include the
popular story with a twist; it take
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LIVING IN LAKE FOREST
Lake Forest
Home School
Club News
By Melinda
Youngblood
E & M modeling
their new creations
place in the old west. The play will be on November 29th at the Daphne
Civic Center. Doors open at 6:15 p.m., play begins at 7:00 p.m. Donations
accepted at the door and concessions will be available. This is a 4H production
by the Creative and Performing Arts Club of Daphne, under the direction
of Lake Forest resident Patti Woods. Several Lake Forest residents
will be performing in the play.
Looking ahead, our futures are bright. We have 15 seniors in the class
of 2012 and we will be holding our first commencement exercises on May
18th. We are seeking sponsors for our graduation service and there are
many ways that your business can help out. Sponsor information packets
are now available. Get your last minute business tax deduction by helping
support the LFHSC 2012 commencement exercises. Contact Melinda
Youngblood, LFHSC@mchsi.com
if you are interested in supporting
us.
For additional information about
our group, programs, or homeschooling
on the Eastern Shore,
check out our website chocked full
of information at www.LFHSC.org
or email LFHSC@mchsi.com Be
blessed and be a blessing, Melinda
Youngblood, Founder-LFHSC
2007.
LFHSC 2012 civic service outing

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LIVING IN LAKE FOREST
Need a New Mailbox?
We appreciate the efforts of
our residents to improve the
image of Lake Forest. Oneway
this can be done is by replacing
old and dilapidated mailboxes.
If for any reason you would
like to purchase a mailbox like
the one pictured, please e-mail
tomasinawerner@bellsouth.net
or call 626-0227.
For a limited time Lake
Forest residents are being allowed
to purchase this beautiful
mailbox for a special price of $160. This includes removal of the
old post and box, installation of the cast iron post in concrete and
mailbox with house number.
parkway truck

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LAKE FOREST SPORTS
Lake Forest
Racquet Club
E-mail: LFTENNIS@ATT.NET
Pro Shop: 251-696-9696
Director: Michael Albrecht, USTA
Kids 10 and Under Tennis
Fesitval
Come to Lake Forest Racquet Club
Saturday November 5th from 9 am to 11
am for a kid's 10 and Under kick off
party. Hotdogs, drinks, and inflatable fun
will be served up. Sign your kid(s) up on
or before November 5th to receive half
price off the 5 week introductory class.
Michael Albrecht, USPTA
251-648-3952
albrechttennis@att.net
Daphne10andundertennis on facebook

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LAKE FOREST SPORTS
See me at
the Pro Shop!
The Golf Shop
By Paul Johnson, PGA, Head Golf Professional
Less than 55 days until Christmas. I am reminded by my three
kids daily that Christmas is in the air and the stores do a pretty
good job of advertising it too! 2011 has been a good year and the golf
course is planning to improve in 2012. From improvements to the
golf course, increases in memberships or our club reaching the next
generation of golfers with our award-winning junior golf program,
I can not wait until 2012. In the next few articles, I will be writing
about the opportunities and activities that will be available for the
residents and locals at the Lake Forest Golf Club.
Have you ever wanted to try golf? Paul Johnson, PGA, is offering
a Beginner/Refresher Package. This package is a series of five golf
lessons where you learn the basics of golf etiquette and the swing
mechanics. The normal rate for this five lesson package is $225, but
I will be offering this for a short time for only $99. This package is
good for one year after you purchase and is limited. So purchase
your Christmas gift and give a gift that will last a lifetime.
And finally, I would like to invite you to sign-up for the golf shop
weekly e-mail. Every Thursday, the Golf Shop sends an e-mail
newsletter with the activities and results on the golf course. Also in
this newsletter, we send out coupons and specials only offered in the
newsletter. If you would like to receive this newsletter, please contact
the Golf Shop at 626-9324 or e-mail: LFProshop@bellsouth.net.

The Lake Forest Ladies Golf Association
RALLY FOR THE CURE
By Connie Bono, LGA
We held our 15th Annual "Rally for
a Cure" Tournament on September 26
along with a special memorial for
Winnie Crowder. Thirteen teams played
a scramble in the morning and after golf,
we all enjoyed a wonderful lunch with
Winnie's family.
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Winnie Crowder Memorial Winners
1
Thanks to Audrey Mascharka, Rose
M. Theis, and Martha Thomas, and
everyone who donated their time to work
so hard on this event. A special bench
in the memory of Winnie Crowder will
be placed out front at the 19th Hole. We
will be sending a donation of $420 to the
Susan G. Komen Cancer Foundation.
Again, thanks to everyone for participating
in such a great event.
Not in any order: Bill Andrews, John
Russell, Doug Stacey, Don Wineman
Paul and Ginny Weber on left
Dave and Connie Mahoney on right
Congratulations to the
following winners:
Flight A ~ 1st Low Gross:
Bill Andrews, John Russell,
Doug Stacey and Don Wineman
1st Low Net:
Ray and Linda Sturch,
Jim Marshall, and Craig Riber
Roger Holbrook, Audry Mascharka,
Rose M. Theis, Steve Miles
2nd Low Net:
Bobby Stewart, Wayne Zerfas,
Claude Meilleur, Bill Chavous
Flight B~ 1st Low Gross:
Roger Holbrook, Audry Mascharka,
Rose M. Theis, Steve Miles
1st Low Net:
Ginny and Paul Weber,
Dave and Connie Mahoney
Linda and Ray Sturch
2nd Low Net:
Bill and Marty Boor,
Ginny and Bruce Peterson
Memorial Bench for Winnie Crowder

Page 20 • Lake Forester •November • 2011
LAKE FOREST SPORTS
MGA Photos
Jr. Golf
By Paul Johnson, PGA, Head Golf Professional
I hate to say it, but
school is right around the
corner. As the kids return
to school and get their
schedules adjusted back to
school schedule, the AS-
WING Junior Golf Program
at Lake Forest takes a
short recess in August. The
Program has seen wonderful
improvements in our
kids, their golf games and
their participation in other
sports. Our summer golf
camp series was a big hit
with the kids and a lot of
talent is rip to play golf. So far, the Program is excelling and the kids
are progressing quicker.
The Golf Swing Studio Junior Golf program, or ASWING, is a
year-round Long-Term Athletic Development program with an emphasis
in golf . The ASWING Junior Golf program is modeled on the
Titleist Performance Institute, or TPI, Junior Performance Center,
which is world's authority on youth golf health and fitness.
The Golf Swing Studio's Swing program is foremost a junior golf
school/academy curriculum. Our philosophy is simple: "The AS-
WING Junior Golf Program needs to develop fundamental movement
skills (FMS), establish functional movement patterns, develop
sports specific skills, teach golf-specific skills and create a love for the
game."
Many parents who watch our classes for the first time are often
surprised by how much time we spend playing games that are seemingly
unrelated to golf. Our method is by design. Children should be
well balanced, agile and coordinated. They should possess well-developed
kicking, striking, throwing and catching skills. They should
understand spatial and body awareness. And they should have all
of those characteristics before they specifically start learning to play
golf.
Come see why Coach Paul earned the 2008 Dixie Section Junior
Golf Leader of the Year and is one of three certified junior golf instructors
in the state. Your child will improve in golf and won’t know
it because of how much fun he/she is having doing it!
www.JuniorGolfGuy.com or call 626-9324 call 626-9324

Lake Forest Ladies
Golf Association
~ Martha Thomas, LFLGA President~
On Wednesday, October 12 the Lake Forest Ladies Golf Association
held its annual Club Championship Tournament and their
Annual Handicap Tournament. The winner for both was Linda
Sturch who has been Club Champion for four consecutive years.
The winners are:
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LAKE FOREST SPORTS
What's Upcoming
in Golf
November 2nd
LGA Sadie Hawkins
Scramble Tournament
November 6th
Daphne High School
Baseball Team
Golf Tournament
Fundraiser
Patricia Popp, Terry Andrews,
Linda Sturch
Linda Sturch, Club Champion
and winner of the Handicap
Tournament
First Flight Championship Tournament
Club Champion: Linda Sturch
2nd place:
Terry Andrews
3rd place:
Patricia Popp
Second Flight Championship Tournament
1st place:
Evelyn Lemcool
2nd place:
Nell King
3rd place:
Martha Thomas
First Flight Handicap Tournament
Handicap Champion: Linda Sturch
2nd place:
Terry Andrews
3rd place:
Patricia Popp
Second Flight Handicap Tournament
1st place:
Evelyn Lemcool
2nd place:
Nell King
3rd place:
Martha Thomas
November 14th
Armed Services Scramble
Golf Tournament
November 21st
Mobile Seniors Golf Tournament
November 24th
Thanksgiving Day –
Course open with last tee time at 1:00 p.m.
December 13th
Annual Christmas Golf Shop Sale
from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
After a lunch in a setting of Halloween decorations, prizes were
awarded. All enjoyed the beautiful weather and a good time !!!!!!

Superintendants Fund Raiser Golf Tournament ~ By By Ray Sturch ~
L-R Golf Superintendent Eric Tanner, Golf Pro Paul
Johnson, and General Manager Rob Wright announce
the winners.
Fifty-two golfers participated in Erik Tanner's Lake Forest Superintendant’s Golf Tournament on Monday
October 17th. The purpose was to raise funds for course improvements. Eighteen holes of golf in a mixed
format were enjoyed by all. Flight winners were: 1st Flight – Larry Fox and Jim Marshall. 2nd Flight – Jack
and Patricia Popp. 3rd flight – Paul and Ginny Weber. Thirty-six rounds of free golf at local courses were
distributed to flight winners and as door prizes. The funds raised will be used to purchase new flagsticks,
flags with the Lake Forest logo and new long lasting zinc cups for the Forest Course.
Double Ace's
~ By By Ray Sturch ~
On Friday October 21st both Mike McKown (left in
photo) and John Neblett (right in photo) experienced
the thrill of a lifetime in golf. Both had their first holesin-one!!
It is rare enough to see one ace on a given day.
Two is very rare indeed. Mike aced hole 9 and John aced
hole 17 on the Forest course.
Congratulations to both avid golfers.

LAKE FOREST enjoying their community
Music on the
Deck
with Fairhope
Yacht Club's
Doc Rogers and
the Rock
Dodger Band
Above Jazz night with
Andre Barton & Friends
Below it was Oktoberfest
at the Yacht Club
"Oans, zwoa, drei,
Gsuffa"
There's always something happening
in the neighborhood. Why not join in?