April/May Newsletter - Hampton Lake

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APRIL/MAY 2013
MeMbers Having Fun
Left: The Dils boys enjoy Spring Break!
Bottom Left: Memorial Day Fun coming up soon!
Bottom Right: Members havin’ fun at the St. Patty’s
Event.

Activities & eveNts
Top: Holly O’Brien, Sue Bromley, Tony O’Brien, Peter Bromley, Rich and Linda Delcore enjoy Trivia Night. 2nd Row
Left: Chris Paul was a big hit at February’s Music Night! 2nd Row Right: Jill Langston, Cary & Nina Bean and Amy
Bandstra at February’s Meet Your Neighbors. 3rd Row Left: Make sure to wear a bonnet to the Kentucky Derby party
May 4th! 3rd Row Right: Food & Beverage Director Russell Goldstein shares a laugh at the Saint Patrick’s Celebration.

April-MAyEvents
Golf Club
Saturday, Apr. 6th & May 4th ~ 4:00pm-5:00pm
The Golf Club meets the 1st Saturday of every month in the Lakehouse.
This very social group includes ladies and men of all skill levels. The
next golf outing is April 13th starting at 1:30 p.m. at Hidden Cypress in
Sun City. Call or stop by the Tackle Box to sign up, 836-7458. Contact
Mike Bryce 843.706.2883/mbryce13@yahoo.com to join the club.
Book Club
Thursday, Apr. 4th & May 2nd ~ 7:00pm-8:00pm
The Book Club meets the 1st Thursday of every month in the
Lakehouse. The Traveler’s Gift by Andy Andrew is April’s book and
Midnight in Peking by Paul French is May’s. Contact Joan Grayson,
843.706.3792/lowcountrylady1@gmail.com for more details.
Hampton Lake Market Day
Saturday, Apr. 6th & May 4th ~ 11:00am-4:00pm
The Tackle Box is starting a new tradition by having a Market Day
the 1st Saturday of every month. Join in all the fun featuring talented
Member and public vendors who will display a wide variety of
handmade crafts and paintings of all types, crafts, baked goods, plants,
flowers, photography, notecards and more. Raffles, door prizes, mini
boat rides, and complimentary tea or lemonade too! Lots of fun for all
to enjoy!
Fishing Club Meeting
Saturday, Apr. 13th & May 11th ~ 2:00pm
The Fishing Club meets the 2nd Saturday of every month. This is
an informative meeting of fishing topics and techniques. Anyone is
welcome to join at anytime! Contact the Tackle Box, 843.836.7458 for
more details.
Trivia Night
Saturday, April 13th ~ 7:45pm-10:00pm
Join fellow Members for a lively evening at the Lakehouse! Trivia Tonite
will emcee the event. Cover Charge is $7 + tax per person. Sign up
individually or as a group. Teams of 4 to 7 people. Please arrive on time
for team organization. *Backwater Bill’s bar will have drink specials and
remain open during the event (dinner service will not be extended).
Reservations are required for this event and available on a first come,
first serve basis (it’s a popular event and fills up quickly!). RSVP by
5:00pm, Thursday, April 11th. Contact Catherine 843.836.7463/
cguscio@hamptonlake.com.
Meet Your Neighbors
Thursday, Apr. 18th & May 16th ~ 5:30pm-7:00pm
Meet Your Neighbors is always a fun way to catch up with your
neighbors and meet new ones. The event is the 3rd Thursday of every
month. Backwater Bill’s bar will be open (dinner service will not
be available) and complimentary snacks will be provided. Contact
Catherine 843.836.7463/cguscio@hamptonlake.com for reservations.
3rd Annual Tiger Bass Open Fishing Tournament
Friday, Apr. 19th ~ 5:30pm-6:30pm Captains’ Meeting
* Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, Member charge bar, a boat draw rules
and Q&A.
Saturday, Apr. 20th ~ Fishing 6:30am-6:30pm
Awards Ceremony and Dinner ~ 7:00pm-8:00pm
This tournament is a great social time out on the lake and a friendly one
day competition. Teams will consist of 2 participants each in which one
person is a Member. There will be an informal Captains’ Meeting Friday
evening then everyone will fish all day Saturday with a casual Awards
Dinner following that evening. Cost is $50 per team. Registration forms
are available on the Member Website home page or you may pick one
up at The Tackle Box or call, 843.836.7458 for more information.
Opening of the Tower Bar Celebration
Saturday, April 27th ~ 4:00pm-6:00pm
Celebrate the opening of the Tower Bar along with live entertainment
(weather permitting). Backwater Bill’s will have happy hour drink
prices and specialty drinks as well as some tasty hors d’oeuvres. The
music is complimentary. You may want to bring a lawn chair due to the
popularity of these events. Contact Catherine, 843.836.7463/cguscio@
hamptonlake.com for reservations.
Kentucky Derby Party
Saturday, May 4th ~ 5:00pm-7:00pm
Join us for a Kentucky Derby party at Backwater Bill’s! We will serve up
drink specials and prepare some Derby- inspired appetizers just for the
occasion. Everyone is encouraged to wear a hat (prizes will be given to
the crowd’s favorites). More details will be available closer to the event
date. Reservations are required by Wednesday, May 1st. Contact Russell
843.836.7475/rgoldstein@hamptonlake.com for reservations (48 hour
cancellation policy).
Pritchardville Elementary 5K
Saturday, May 4th ~ 8:00am
Our community will host Pritchardville Elementary’s 2nd Annual Sea
Turtle 5K Fun Run & Health Walk. It will begin and end at the Amenity
Village. Proceeds from the event will benefit families of Frog Pond
Elementary School in NJ (affected by Hurricane Sandy). We encourage
Owners to participate and/or show their support during the race.
Deadline to register is April 26th. Contact Pritchardville Elementary
at 843.707.0500 for information. More details to follow in upcoming
Weekly Updates.
Mother’s Day
Sunday, May 12th ~ 10:30am-2:30pm
Show Mom your appreciation and treat her to a delicious brunch at
Backwater Bill’s on Mother’s Day! The Backwater Bill’s team will feature
special menu items sure to please her and all the family. Contact Russell
843.836.7475/rgoldstein@hamptonlake.com for reservations (48 hour
cancellation policy).
Memorial Weekend Activities
Saturday, May 25th ~ 12:00pm-7:00pm
12:00pm-3:00pm ~ DJ at Adventure Lagoon, Pool Games
11:30am-7:00pm ~ Backwater Bill’s serving lunch menu (only) all day ~
Tower Bar open all day.
Sunday, May 26th ~ 11:00am-4:00pm
11:30am-2:30pm ~ Backwater Bill’s open as usual
11:30am-4:00pm ~ Tower Bar open as usual
Monday, May 27th ~ 10:00am-3:00pm
All Day Activities: Badminton ~ Horseshoes ~ Cornhole ~ Fishing ~
Boating ~ and More!
11:00-2:00pm ~ Grill open with burgers and dogs on Lakeside Lawn
11:30am-3:00pm-Tower Bar Open (Backwater Bill’s closed).
More to follow!
Monthly Lecture Series
Wednesday, April 24th ~ 11:00am
Marge Agin, photographer and author of Bluffton Changing Tides will
present images of Bluffton that inspired her book. She also will discuss
her photography technique developed over the last 20 years. Books will
be available for purchase and she will stay to sign them following the
lecture at the Tackle Box.
Wednesday, May 22nd ~ 11:00am
Looking for a diet plan that will keep you healthy, lose weight and/or
just feel great? Shelly Hudson Certified Health Coach and Registered
Nurse will share her knowledge and help clear up any misconceptions
you may have about diet and exercise plans. She will get you on track for
a healthier lifestyle that works best for you.
*Look for additional Monthly Lectures to be announced in upcoming Weekly Updates.
For reservations or questions please contact Director of Fun, Catherine Guscio, 843.836.7463 or email cguscio@hamptonlake.com.

MeMber MeMories
Top: Susan Toker and Jay Larimer at last year’s Derby and Cinco de Mayo Party. 2nd Row Left: The Brozens with
Diane Horowitz at Meet Your Neighbors. 2nd Row Right: The Whitmores’ grandson Blake shows off his double
catch! 3rd Row Left: Chester, one of our canine Members enjoys a boat ride! 3rd Row Right: Sharon Lumadue,
Gwen Mead, Ed Lumadue and Mike Mead at Meet Your Neighbors.
Any pictures or memories you would like to share in the Newsletter, please send them to Catherine at cguscio@hamptonlake.com.

Membership News
MeMber Website
Visit www.myhamptonlake.com for access to Member
Statements, the main Club Calendar, Member Directory
and community updates. If you have not registered for
the site, we encourage you to do so and are happy to
help. Contact Chris Collier at ccollier@hamptonlake.
com or 843.836.7462 or Catherine Guscio at cguscio@
hamptonlake.com or 843.836.7463 for assistance.
activities and MeMber clubs
Hampton Lake has a very active Membership with
lots of clubs, activities and special interest groups. A
complete list of activities, Member Clubs and contacts
may be viewed under Clubs on the Member Website.
If you have any questions, please contact Catherine
Guscio, Director of Fun at cguscio@hamptonlake.com
or 843.836.7463.
Hampton Lake’s Mobile
App is now available
in the Apple App Store
and Google/Android
Marketplace!
As an Owner a temporary
password has been created
on your behalf. Simply
login with the address
we have on record, enter
the password “lake” and
enjoy!
Weekly eMail updates
Every Monday a weekly email is sent to all Hampton
Lake Owners with reminders of events and other
important announcements. If you currently do not
receive these weekly updates and would like to, please
contact Chris Collier, Director of Member Services at
843.836.7462 or email her, ccollier@hamptonlake.com.
neW oWners
Please extend a warm welcome to our new Owners:
Eleanor Alston
Seabrook Island, SC
Wayne & Gayle Burrer
Jerome, MI
James & Patricia Connolly
Simsbury, CT
John & Deborah Davis
Ludlow, MA
Carl Girth
Hilton Head Island, SC
Rebecca & Richard Harris
Marion, IN
Leo & Marilyn Heitlinger
Allentown, PA
Diane Lops
Bluffton, SC
Robert & Gail Low
Hilton Head, SC
Chistopher & Alison Melton Water Mill, NY
Robin Moran
Northbrook, IL
Stephen & Giselle Robillard Myrtle Beach, SC
Richard & Audrey Rohde
Ranch Santa Fe, CA
William Slate
Bluffton, SC
Robert & Donna Soper
Bluffton, SC
William & Catherine Tierney Strathmere, NJ
tHe tackle box
Now that Spring has arrived, let the fun begin! It’s
time to hit the trails, get out in a boat and enjoy.
Reserve a boat for a picnic cruise on the lake or a
fishing excursion. Schedule a fishing trip with Dennis
Williford our Nature Guy. Reserve The Outpost for
overnight camping and/or a fun grill-out with family
and friends.
Visit us to see what’s new for spring and summer. New
items are arriving weekly!
New Clothing Items:
• Hampton Lake embroidered T-shirts for ladies in
assorted colors
• Get Hooked! Kid’s T-shirts
• Hampton Lake Girl T-shirt design for all girls ages 12
to adult in assorted colors
• Hampton Lake logo active wear shirts in assorted
colors for ladies and men
New Gift Items:
• Large wire bird candle holders make a great
centerpiece or home accent
• Accessories for picnics, boating such as portable
coolers and for those wine enthusiasts you must
come see our new wine carriers and purses!
• Adorable animal motif watering cans, a colorful
addition to your porch
Fish & Tackle:
We’re always fully stocked with tackle and fishing
supplies! Dennis will also be happy to help with
fishing questions and helpful tips.
Store Hours starting April 2nd
Tuesday – Thursday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Friday: 9:00am-6:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am-7:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am-5:00pm
Monday: Closed

Fitness neWs
It’s spring, time to renew and get fit! Let us help you design a
fitness program that continues to engage and challenge you.
We offer a variety of group fitness classes including yoga,
cycling and Zumba. Now that the weather is warmer we will
incorporate outdoor activities such as water aerobics. Whether
you prefer small group classes or a more individualized
approach, we’re at your service. There’s no excuse for not
feeling and looking your best. For more information about
personal training, Pilates and class schedules, call us at Fitness
Central, 843.836.7470 or view the Member Website Calendar.
In May Fitness Central will host Health Coach Shelly Hudson
as part of the Monthly Lecture Series to provide nutrition
and lifestyle tips that will help you become healthier and
feel great. See the Monthly Lecture section of the Newsletter
for more information and full details in upcoming Weekly
Updates.
backWater bill’s
Special Events Coming up at Backwater Bill’s
The team at Backwater Bill’s is looking forward to a full social
calendar at the Lake! Be sure to check out the April/May Events
section for more information about events and dining specials
we’ll be hosting. Enjoy Meet Your Neighbors night every 3rd
Thursday of the month, the opening of the Tower Bar, the
Kentucky Derby Party, Memorial Day weekend activities and
more! See you Lakeside! Contact Russell at 843.836.7475
or rgoldstein@hamptonlake.com for reservations (48 hour
cancellation policy).
Happy Hour
Feel free to stop by on Fridays and Saturdays between
4:00pm-6:00pm for our weekly Happy Hour!
Backwater Bill’s Hours of Operations
Weekend specials are sent out every week via email
to you. For reservations please call Russell Goldstein,
Food & Beverage Director, at 843.836.7475 (48 hour
cancellation policy on restaurant reservations). Ryan &
Leah McCarthy, Managers of Backwater Bill’s & Catered
Events may be reached by phone 843.815.5335 or email
Ryan at downtowndeli23@yahoo.com and Leah at leah@
downtowncateringcompany.com.
Hours of Operation
Wednesday & Thursday: 11:30am-2:30pm (Lunch Only)
Friday & Saturday: 11:30am-4:00pm (Lunch)
5:00pm-8:00pm (Dinner)
Sunday: 10:30am-2:30pm (Brunch available all day)
neWs at tHe spa
Revitalize and reward yourself after your workout with a
massage or one of our many other spa treatments! We have a
full menu of spa services to choose from. To find out about our
monthly specials, look for them in upcoming Weekly Updates
and feel free to call us at 843.836.7470 for all the details! Spa
hours are Monday-Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm, and Sunday
11:00am-3:00pm.
Tennis
Reserve the tennis courts by calling The Spa & Fitness Central,
843.836.7470. We have demo racquets and balls available for
your use. We also offer Private/Semi Private lessons ($50/$30
per hour respectively) for ladies and men. Sign up individually
or with a friend! Ladies tennis clinics are currently offered
during the week. Instruction is provided by Lowcountry
Sports Network. For more information, contact Gavin Cox at
843.816.1665 or Mike O’Regan at 843.301.1829.
club contacts
General Manager
Bryan Rhame
843-836-7460
brhame@hamptonlake.com
Membership Services Director
Chris Collier
843-836-7462
ccollier@hamptonlake.com
ARB Director
Gail Garbett
843-836-7495
ggarbett@hamptonlake.com
Food & Beverage Director
(Backwater Bill’s &
Catered Events)
Russell Goldstein
843-836-7475
Backwater Bill’s
843-836-7475
Director of Fun/Retail Buyer
Catherine Guscio
843-836-7463
cguscio@hamptonlake.com
Club Controller
Brenda Matthews
843-836-7454
bmatthews@hamptonlake.com
Management of Backwater
Bill’s & Catered Events
Ryan & Leah McCarthy
843-815-5335
The Tackle Box
843-836-7458
Spa & Fitness Central
843-836-7470
Security Gatehouse
843-836-7490