Seasonal VIP Information
July Newsletter 2010
Hi everyone! Happy 4th, We hope you’re all enjoying this beautiful weekend. While you’re all out playing we finally have some time to get this newsletter done, and it is very much needed. We’re growing more and more every day and with every new camper there comes a new question or concern that we need to publicly address.
First things first, we have a lot of thanking to do! All of you have been so helpful and your involvement in the campground this season has been outstanding. There are honestly so many of you that need a special thanking that there is no way I could fit all the names into this newsletter. Our beefed up security has been a big help too... So thanks guys :)
Now for a few necessary reminders...
Septic Issues - As many of you know we’ve been having a few septic issues, so PLEASE do not put wipes, tampons, or anything other than toilet paper, in the toilet.
Dog Issues - Unfortunately there have been issues with pet owners not cleaning up after their dogs. We want all of you to have your furry companions with you at the campground, but it will not be an option if we don’t see a change. Please ALWAYS remember to bring clean-up bags when walking your dogs. And remember that your dogs must be tied up at ALL times while outside of your camper on your site.
Golf Carts - If you haven’t registered your golf cart yet please do so ASAP. You must have your site number in 2" letters on the right rear and front center of the cart and of course it needs to have working lights.
Visitors - Many of your visitors are unaware that there is a fee to be at the campground and it has caused frustration for many, including us. This has always been the case and No, the fees have not gone up in recent years. Please let everyone know before they come in that they will be charged $4 per adult, per day, or $8 per adult, per overnight. Kids under the age of 12 are $2 per day and $5 overnight. Visitors always need to come to the office and check-in before they go to your sites. Grandparents may have two grand kids on the site at any time free of charge, just always check them in, everyone else pays a visitors fee. We need to know who is in the campground at all times, which I’m sure you understand. Feel free to come up before they visit and sign your guests in if you’d like to take care of the fees for them. There are exceptions, but at the discretion of Meghan, JoAnn, Casey or Brian. Also, if we find that you have guests on your site that haven’t been checked in, or have stayed more nights than were reported, we will put the charges on your account.
Speed - There are kids, animals, friends and family all over this campground, PLEASE be aware of your speed and know that the speed limit is 5 MPH. It might feel like your creeping along, but it is for the safety of everyone you know and love and to keep our roads in good shape. Slow down.
The Gate - I know this isn’t something that our seasonals need to be reminded of, but for weekend campers and visitors it is always an issue. We’ve spent lots of time and money with our gate and it seems that every busy weekend somebody tries to run it and it snaps. There are signs everywhere but it doesn’t seem to help. Please note: the gate ALWAYS comes down after EVERY vehicle. Do not try to squeeze behind another car. There will be a $100 fine if you hit the gate.
Bill Paying - You all know how crazy it can get in the office during Bike Week, Race Weeks, and the big holiday weekends. These weekends require our minds to stay on top of a huge number of financial and other issues. To minimize mistakes here in the office we respectfully ask that if at all possible PLEASE save all seasonal business for Sunday, or at least not during check in hours on Friday and Saturdays. This will also allow us to spend more time with you to answer questions you may have or for you to express your personal needs. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Office Parking lot - Vehicles should not be left in the visitors check-in parking spaces over night. If you forget your pass and have to leave a car there after hours, please make sure it is removed by 8:00 a.m. Any vehicles still parked in check-in parking after that time runs the risk of being towed.
Pavilion/Dances - There has been some confusion about the rules at the dances and in the pavilion. Our biggest goal is that you have fun and enjoy yourselves, but we want you to do that safely. We obviously expect that some of you will be drinking during these events, but it needs to be kept at a reasonable level. We encourage the adults to be present at events to supervise the kids in attendance. We also want the adults to be able to relax and hang out as well. However, if for any reason you are showing signs of intoxication, you will be asked to leave and escorted back to your site. No exceptions. There is a NO GLASS of any kind policy in the pavilion for obvious reasons. Also, NO DRINKS, of any kind should be brought onto the dance floor while dancing. If you want to have a beverage with you, keep it on a table when you dance. It is a safety hazard to bring liquids on the dance floor. Drinks must be in plastic and it would be less conspicuous if cans were in coozies. Basically, we are asking you to be a little discreet about alcohol consumption since everyone does not drink alcohol.
Thank you all for your anticipated cooperation & helping us have a great season!
Meghan, JoAnn, Brian, Casey