IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Sandy Pines...need names. Please check the Weekend Flyer for contest rules and how to enter. Please enjoy your summer and be safe. Please make sure the young

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Member Service .......616.896.8315 Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Saturdays 8:30 am-Noon Closed Sunday Fax Number .........616.896.7409 Member Service - Mary .......100 Member Service ..................101 [email protected] Max/Kathy...........................105 [email protected] [email protected] Dawn ...................................109 [email protected] Beth .....................................106 [email protected] Inspector - Don....616.896.7286 [email protected] - Emergency ............ 111 [email protected] Offi ce ..............616.896.8315 Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pmSaturday 9 am - 3 pm/Sunday by Appt.Sales Offi ce or Camping Kelli .....................................103 Kathy Molner ......................113 Dale Bos .............................114Camping:

[email protected]@sandypines.com

Maintenance .............616.896.8317 Open Monday-Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm Saturdays: 8 am - 3 pm Closed SundayRanger Station..........616.896.9006 Fax Number: 616.896.7286 [email protected] Dept........616.896.8318 [email protected] Terry Derks, Adult Recreation .................... 616.896.8315 x112 [email protected] Monterey Golf ..616.896.8118

Laundromat HoursRetail Center

Open 24 Hourswww.sandypines.com

Member Only SiteUser ID: member

Password: happycamper

PHONE NUMBERS

Jean Richards...............President (12)Dick Valone...........Vice-President (13)John Spoelman............Secretary (12)Tom Aldrich...................Treasurer (14)Terry Derks (13) Stan Robbins (14)

Jim Schipper (13) Gerald Williams (14) Mike Young (12)

[email protected]

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Donut Shop ....................... 616.896.8868Hilltop Dairy Dip ................ 616.896.8868Just Your Style .................. 616.896.1744Park & Garden................... 616.896.9334Pat’s Little Wheel .............. 616.896.8004Pines Pizza ........................ 616.896.0127

Retail Services Phone #’s

Mission Statement:

The Sandy Pines Board of Directors will provide positive leadership and management direction

so as to ensure the long term viability and success of Sandy Pines

Wilderness Trails, Inc.

Board of Directors

Administrative Staff

Management Staff

Max E. Gibbs ............................... Park DirectorLon Arndt ............................ Maintenance Supt.Dawn Arndt, CPA ..................... Finance Admin.Steve Deyarmond... .................. Safety DirectorJim Spray ........................Golf Course Manager

Letter from the President by Jean Richards

Management Staff

Donut Shop ....................... 616.896.8868Chick’n Lick’n ................... 616.896.0399

Mary Cooper ..........................Member Service ManagerKelli Blackman .......................... Guest Service ManagerKathy Brott.........................Executive AssistantDon Weiss ................................Park InspectorKathy Molner ...........................Sales ManagerTerry Derks .......................... Adult RecreationMary Applehof..........Youth/Teen Rec. ActivitiesKim Day...............................................AquaticsJack Schmidt ........................... Park & Garden

The season is almost half over already. I guess whoever said time fl ies when you are having fun must have had Sandy Pines in mind. Members are out golfi ng, using their remote control cars on all levels of tracks, enjoying the ropes course and its additions, the bike course, bocce, and all the other “regular stuff” we have to make us the “best of the best” parks. We have an election coming up and we need good people to fi ll the empty positions on the Board so come to the “Meet the Candidates” and then get out and vote. Since its Sandy Pines and we are not much different than other small towns, we have to deal with the stories, gossip, and/or “rumors” that go round. If you hear a story, do not necessarily assume it is true. Assumptions and a lack of dialogue can only increase the mystery and increase friction among the members. We, the Administra-tion, the Board, and the members, need to communicate facts if we want to avoid confl ict. Do your part. As we indicated in last months Footprints, please do the following: When you hear a story, check it out; do not just pass it on as the gospel truth. Let’s all do our part in keeping the rumor mill to a minimum. Get out and enjoy the rest of the season with the friends and ac-quaintances you have made here at the Park. Take advantage of all the available activities and have FUN.

Our Independence Day Parade will be on Saturday, July 7 at3 pm. If you wish to participate, please line up at the Rec-

reation Station at 2:15. TheScottville Clown Band will be joining us this year and will put on a Comedy Showat the Chapel at 5 pm.

Where does the time go? It seems we were just working on plans to turn off the water and work on winter projects. Now, in a short time we will turn the water back on and fi nish spring projects!

It has been an exciting winter as we have fi nalized plans for the 40th Anniversary Celebrations. We have gathered in many e-mail ad-PARK DIRECTOR UPDATE by Max Gibbs

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Member Service Information by Mary Cooper Summer Offi ce HoursMonday-Friday:

8:30 am – 4:30 pmSaturday:

8:30 - NoonSunday - Closed

Open July 4th 8:30 am to Noon

Welcome New Members:

Flea Markets:Upcoming dates are: July 7, August 11 (Christmas) and Sept. 1 (Labor Day). Spaces are 10x20, cost $30, and may only be reserved online through the Member Web Access. Flea markets run from 9 am to 2 pm. Dogs are not allowed at the Flea Markets, whether they are carried, on a leash or in a golf cart.

Flea Market Vendors: You must park your vehicle on your Flea Market space or at the Maintenance parking lot. You are not allowed to park in the offi ce parking lot, due to limited space.

Pumpouts: You must order regular pumpouts online now, using the Member Web Access. Orders can be placed up until 11:45 pm from your computer for next day service. No online orders for same day service. There are no Sunday pumpouts. Kiosks with computers are available at the Rangers (main gate & Phase 3), Member service & the Adult lounge.

Miss Dig: *Call Miss Dig when doing any work on your site. Call 811 and they will send someone out to mark any lines on your site. We have had cable and phone lines cut this year. You will be billed for repairs to those lines.

Frequently asked about dates: July 4: Fireworks at Dusk; July 7: 4th of July Parade at 2 pm; July 14: Garage Sales for Phase 3,5 & 6; July 21: Family Day/Kiddie Carnival & Water Ski Show; July 23-27: Vacation Bible School; July 28: Cardboard Boat Race and Halloween; Aug. 11: Christmas; Aug. 18: Sandy Pines and Lake Monterey Golf Course Annual Meetings and Elections.

Fourth of July. What a great time at Sandy Pines! We have one of the best parades around. This year, the Scottville Clown Band will be joining us. Please decorate your carts, bikes and family members, and join us for a great time. We will also have our outstanding Fireworks Display. We ask you to please follow our rules and not bring fi reworks into the Park. If you have been following news ac-counts of recent house fi res, grass fi res and forest fi res, many of them have been started because of the use of fi reworks. It is a scary situation to have a fi re at Sandy Pines. We have had one grass fi re already due to illegal fi reworks. One is enough. The new Dog Park, BMX Bike Course and the Bocce Courts are being used by

many of you. The Tot Center has been a wonderful place for Grandmas and Grandpas to bring the little ones. We are working on a ‘Name the Bears’ contest. We have six bears around Sandy Pines, and they need names. Please check the Weekend Flyer for contest rules and how to enter. Please enjoy your summer and be safe. Please make sure the young drivers at your site understand what safety with a golf cart is all about.

Janet & Alan Pajot, KawkawlinKenneth & Kathleen Edwards, Grand RapidsJohn & Nancy Winks, GrandvilleHarold & Sharon Biesbrock, JenisonBill & Lesli Teed, DorrGary & Virginia Peters, East JordanClaude & Carol Lemmen, JenisonDonald & Debra Flokstra, Hudsonville

Ronald & Marcia Klein, HollandMike & Cindi Pedersen, JacksonLuke & Jodi Hansen, HamiltonLawrence & Eloise Shattuck, HollandWilliam & Robyn Weber, IndianaRobert & Cheryl Deckinga, IllinoisMax & Maryann Johnson, Grand RapidsJason & Stephanie Myaard, WaylandJon Montgomery, Kentwood

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Paul Haring This is my third summer at Sandy Pines with my wife, Vicki, and we live at Site D-56. We have a blended family. Four grown chil-dren and two grandchildren that love the water. We share our home with mooch the cat that adopted us three years ago and has been a member of the family ever since. I am an Air Force Veteran serv-ing State side and Overseas from 1963 to 1967. Retired Police Offi cer, Grand Rapids, serving from 1967 to 1998 working Patrol Division, 3rd shift. Organizations: Past President Grand Rapids Lodge #97 Fraternal Order of Police; District 5 Trustee and Chairman of the Trustees Michigan Fraternal Order of Po-lice State Lodge of Michigan from 1998 to current; and Member of

Kelvin Kronemeyer My name is Kelvin Kronemeyer, Phase 1, Site 362. I’m running for the board of directors in obedience to the leading of my Lord Jesus Christ in the same manner He has directed my entire life. I was an associate member from 1973-1985, and spent two to three weeks here each summer for those years. I became a member in Janu-ary 2007. I know what Sandy Pines was then (we enjoyed it) and we know what it is now. It keeps getting better year after year thanks to the

American Legion Post 305 Cale-donia, MI. From 1994 to present work part time Mall Security, Centerpointe Mall, Grand Rapids. Hobbies: Collect Lionel 027 Gauge electric trains. Enjoy kayak-ing, biking and trips to Tennessee and Florida.

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quality leadership that has been given both by paid staff and many volunteers. I am willing to use my gifts/skills to do my part to keep this park moving in a positive, creative, fi scally responsible direction while being sensitive to the needs of the several generations who enjoy our park. My career has been a variety of opportunities. I’m a retired Re-formed Church in America pastor, having served churches in Clymer, New York; Westland, MI; and Or-lando, FL, over a span of 27 years. I’ve also been a school bus driver; a family service counselor and an usher for the city of Orlando Ven-ues, most notably, The Orlando Magic. Each of my jobs has re-quired special administrative and people skills. My desire is to use the leadership skills I’ve learned in each of my jobs to be the best board member I can be. I have served Sandy Pines al-ready by preaching at the chapel and am serving by working with the Thursday morning volunteers and along with my wife am cleaning CC#2. I look forward to serving as one of your board of directors. My immediate family is my de-voted wife Ellen for 47 years, a son and two daughters, all married and avid associate members. We have ten grandchildren ranging in age from 17 years to 1 year of age. They all love to spend as much time as possible at Sandy Pines and love to introduce the park to their friends. My sister and brother in law Marlene and Wayne Hinken have been members in the park for many years. If you choose to vote for me and I am elected, I will be humbled. You will not be disappointed. I will be

Greg Maichele, Age: 50Employed at Steelcase Inc. 31 yrs.Facilities Maintenance Supervisor. Live in Wayland, MI.Married for 34 years and have two children. Attended Davenport Uni-versity and hold a State of Michi-gan EMT license. Served on the Wayland City Council for six years and have been a member of Sandy Pines for 10 years. I have a strong understanding of how to maintain facilities and grounds to achieve the best value and keep costs within budgets. I am very passionate about Sandy Pines Resort and its members, to prosper and maintain the Great place, we all have to love, enjoy, and build memories.

Greg Maichele

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your servant in any way that I can. Thank You for your vote.

John Spoelman

Hudsonville, MI. Site D-117.Retired, Married, 78 years of age.I have just completed the 1½ year, expired term of Lee VanHarn, and served as Secretary during that time. I have decided to enter again and run for another term. We have been members in good standing at Sandy Pines for nine years. My wife, Lois, and I have been married for 56 years. We have three children and seven grandchildren and two great grand-children. Our son-in-law Brian, and our daughter, Chari Brink, are own-ers of Site D-116. I was born and raised in the Grand Rapids, MI area. Graduated from Godwin Heights Public Schools, B.A. Degree from Western Michi-gan University, M.A. Degree from Michigan State University. I was an elementary teacher and principal for four years, high school counselor for three years. I sold elementary, junior and high school books and testing materials in Michigan for 40 years. Organized and developed Sun-ningdale Homeowners Association in Hudsonville, MI, and served as President for two years. Retirement activities: Volun-teer fund raiser for Love, Inc. in Hudsonville, volunteer fund raiser and builder for Camp Beechpoint in Allegan, drive tour buses for Compass Coach, deliver buses for Hoekstra Buses, and deliver Fire trucks for HME in Wyoming. Member of Calvary Undenomina-tional Church for 20 years. My goal as a new Board Member is to continue the positive, con-structive attitude that appears to guide our present Board. However, let me quote, “The largest room in the world is the room for improve-ment.”

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Catholic Mass DatesChapel – 6:30 pm

August 11September 1

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Here’s What’s Happening...

Sympathy is extended to the following members and families:

Whitecaps Baseball game Sandy Pines Night at the Whitecaps baseball game this summer at Fifth Third Ball Park is July 19. We have reserved seating, for only $7.50- for tickets regularly priced at $9. Please e-mail your reservation for tickets to [email protected], indicating your site number and the number of tickets you will need. You may also stop into the offi ce to make your ticket reservations.

Many of our members live in the Greater Grand Rapids area, and are familiar with the fall event called Art Prize. This past summer, over 1,500 people provided art for people to see and experience. Sandy Pines is inviting our own members to display their artistic talents and abilities. Please put July 9-16 on your calendar. Sign-up material is available online for anyone who would like to enter our own summer art experience. We are calling this event the Sandy Pines Art Expo. Please spread the word - let’s make this a great show. So far, very few members have applied! We will have an area outdoors as well as indoors to display your creations. This is not an Arts and Crafts display, but will be a display of artistic talent – whatever that may be.

Painters, sculptors, carvers, photographers, and all other artistic members!

The family of Thomas S. Giddings, Site D-42, on his passing, January 27th.Lorraine Allen, Site 161, on the passing of her grandson, Ben Arim, on February 13th. Gene & Judy Borieo, Site 681, on the passing of their mother, Gertrude, on May 10th.Charles & Helen Markos, Site D-159, on the passing of their mother, Marjorie, (formerly of Site N-317), on May 21st.Alma Scott, Condo 23, on the passing of her husband, Lloyd, on May 31st. Sympathy is also extended to their son, Jeff Scott, Site N-371.Harvey Aalderink, Site N-283, on the passing of his wife, Phyllis, on June 2nd. Dale & Becky Yoder, Site 771, on the passing of their mother, Rose Hurst, on June 15th.

Ralph & Billie Herrick, Site 443, celebrated 50 beautiful years of marriage on May 5th. Congratula-tions to you on this milestone. We wish you love, happiness and laughter as you journey through your next 50…Fred & Joyce Hirt, Site 274, celebrated 51 years of wedded bliss on June 16. Congratulations to you both. We wish you many, many more wonderful years together.Rudy & Marie Fojtik, Site N-5, who will celebrate their 55th Wedding Anniversary on July 13. May your lives always be blessed with love and happiness. Congratulations!

A word of thanks to our Sandy Pines Park RangersMemorial Day ended up having a “bloody end” to it when a very large grilling knife cut the top of my foot, and stopping the bleeding was an issue. Thanks to a helpful husband, and two Park Rangers who kept their cool and applied their medic training, the bleeding was stopped, the foot was properly bandaged and then I was helped into our vehicle. A trip to the hospital and stitches were avoided, I believe, due to the care and evaluation given. So, thank you to our Sandy Pines Park Rangers for being there in my time of need and for keeping all of us safe. I appreciate what you did for me! Sincerely, Chari Brink, D116

Thank you to our wonderful Ranger and Maintenance Staff. They all did a great job over the Memo-rial Day Weekend. You are appreciated! Jim & Karyl Childs

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Fireworks will be on the 4th of July at dusk!

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40 Year History Of Sandy Pines DVD is available! Pre-ordered DVDs are available for those who requested a copy. There are several available for purchase at $15 for the two DVD set. Stop at Member Service and pick up your copy!

Pictured above is Cooper San-dusky, Site K-183, holding his 2 lb. Bass. Cooper led the Bass contest most of the weekend, but was up-ended by Jason Walcott of D-39, who caught a 3.14 lb. Bass. Con-gratulations to both of you!

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Senior Adult ActivitiesWednesday, July 4 - Free Bingo at the Pavilion - 2 to 4 pm Ages 12+, Free Popcorn, bring your own beverage.Friday, July 6 - Potluck at the Pavilion - 6 pm

Everyone welcome. Bring food to share, tableware and your bever-age. Senior Adult Activities Meeting will follow at 7 pm.Saturday, July 21 - Bingo at the Pavilion - 7 pm Ages 18+, Minimum of four cards for $1 - Please being correct change and your own beverage. Popcorn is free.Friday, August 3 - Potluck at the Pavilion - 6 pm

Everyone welcome. Bring food to share, tableware and your beverage. Christmas Party and SSA meeting follow-ing at 7 pm. Bring $5 gift to exchange.Saturday, August 4 - Free Bingo at the Pavilion - 2 to 4 pm

Ages 12+, Free Popcorn, bring your own beverage.

Our events are listed on the bulletin boards around Sandy Pines and also on our SAA sign in the core area. Be sure to watch the Weekend Flyers for more info and activities.

Aquasize Schedule Indoor Pool

Monday and Thursday 7:45 am - Jane Cooke

Tuesday – 7:45 am Connie Kaniewski

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday – 1 pm

with Pat Batterbee

ATTENTION VETERANS: If you plan to be in the 4th of July Parade on Saturday, July 7th, please wear your ‘Proud to be a Veteran at Sandy Pines’ T-shirt, and ride the Float, or walk with us beside it. If you can help decorate the fl oat this year, please

contact Jim Oudman, 616-240-3756. Any supplies you can contribute for deco-rations are appreci-ated! See you at the Parade!!

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Happy 4th of July!

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Your Board of Directors is always looking to improve communication with our membership. The rumor mill has been active at Sandy Pines for many years. We have found that the majority of these rumors are not only false, but can be destructive to the morale of the Park. We would like to solicit help from our membership. When you hear a rumor, we request that you inform the Board, in writing, even if you know the rumor to be false. Please contact us by using the e-mail address [email protected]. We will use this column to clarify misconceptions. Your Board will also address any issues at our monthly public board meetings. Thank you for your help with keeping Sandy Pines the best it can be.

Rumor Mill...

Euchre Nite at the Pines!WHEN?

Wednesday nights 7 pmJune 6 - September 26

WHERE?At the Pavilion - Core Area

PARK RANGER NEWS by Steve Deyarmond

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Park Inspector News by Don Weiss

Thank you! As a new season at Sandy Pines begins, we would like to thank you in advance for your help in keeping your Park clean. As you take leisurely strolls around the Park, many of you stop to pick up trash and papers that have been dropped along the roadside, or has blown into the Green Areas. We realize that it would not be possible to keep the Park in such beautiful condition without your help, so we want to recognize you and say ‘thanks’ for taking the time to keep your Park beautiful. Have a great season!

While cleaning sites, I have noticed that some people are still dumping leaves from their sites into the green area. If you are caught doing this, you will receive a fi ne, and be charged the cost of having the area cleaned up. If you own a retired site you are required to clean it as well. In the last week I have caught a few people re-shingling roofs without a permit. Please remember that a permit is required for this project, to avoid any fi nes. I have been advised that next years date for lot clean-ups and equipment cleaning will be changing to June 1st. I know this is a long way off, so I will periodically keep reminding everyone. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at 616-896-7286 [email protected] .

Ranger Reminders:

Bicycles:Please observe the same rules as vehicles while operating your bike in the Park.

Texting and Driving:Please do not test and drive. The Park does not permit texting while driving and a violation will be issued if you are found doing this in the Park.

Flotation devices:Please provide properly sized fl otation devices for children and teens while boating. Safety is always our fi rst concern, and we want everyone to be safe while enjoying time on the lake.

Swim Areas:Please supervise your children at swim areas. Do not rely on siblings to watch over a swimming child.

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By the Veteran’s Memorial

Junior/Youth Golf TournamentAnnouncing a new and exciting golfi ng event to the membership of Sandy Pines

On Aug 4, Sandy Pines/Lake Monterey Golf Course, will host a Golf Tournament exclusively designed for the younger Associate Members and grandchildren of Members and Associate Members of Sandy Pines Resort. Special thanks to Scott’s Golf Carts for sponsoring this new event. This tournament will be split into two separate fl ights that will be playing together on the Front Nine at golf course. The age groups for the two fl ights are as follows. Flight “A” ages 12 through 14, and Flight “B” ages 15 through 17. There will be a limit of 36 players for this event. The tournament will begin with a 10 am “Shot Gun” start. All players will be walking the course and carrying their own clubs. Tournament will be stroke play with USGA rules in effect. There will be Marshals assigned to each hole, to assist as necessary. Participants will be awarded a meal ticket following play. In case of ties, winners will be decided with a playoff starting on the 9th Hole and repeated until a winner is determined. Fans will not be allowed on the course except for the Clubhouse patio area, near Green #9. Entry fee is $5 per person. Entries will be limited to 36, on a fi rst come, fee paid, basis. Rules of play, pairings, details, and tee assignments will be announced one hour prior to starting. Winners of each fl ight, as well as second place for each fl ight, will receive championship trophies. Entry forms are available at Sandy Pines member service, Golf Course, website or below.

Sandy Pines - Junior/Youth Golf TournamentSponsored by Scott’s Carts Plus

2012 Championship - Aug. 4, 2012Entry Form - $5 Entry Fee

Name __________________________________________ Age: (as of Aug.) _______________

Contact Information:

Phone: (_______)______________________/E-mail:__________________________________

(Check one) Associate Member ________ Grandchild___________

Grandchild, Member or Associate Member’s Name:

____________________________________________________ Site #: _______________

All participants/players must be an Associate Member or grandchild of a Sandy Pines Member or Associate Member.

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We have more ‘Site For Sale’ listings online at www.sandypines.com.Please call Kathy or Dale at 616-896-8315 x 113 and 114, for more information,

or to schedule an appointment to come in and check things out. Thanks!Wanted RV Owners: We need used travel trailers, 5th Wheels, pop-ups, and Mobile Homes. Will pay Cash or assist with your sale. Please call: 616-745-4026 for more information.For Sale – Site 153 – Phase 1: 2004 Trophy with double loft, 3 Sea-son Mulder glassed in porch, huge deck, and vinyl sided shed. Includes an E-Z-Go gas golf cart with vinyl cover. Trailer has central air and loft has individual air conditioner. Site is located on a quiet cul-de-sac adja-cent to a well-equipped playground and CC #1. All trailer, porch and deck furnishings included. Site has block cement patio with fi re pit. Dues paid for 2012. This is a must see. Asking $69,000. Call: 616-915-2967.For Sale – Site 290 – Phase1: 1997 Dutch Park with DOUBLE LOFT (easily sleeps 8 adults) and central AC, 3 season sunroom with front and rear deck (rear covered). Matching shed. Interior: Recent major interior remodel. Exterior: New roof on trailer and sunroom. All trailer, sunroom, and deck furnish-ings included. New fi re pit. Includes 2005 E-Z-Go electric golf cart w/ rear seat. Site is near the beach, tennis courts, Core Pavilion, basketball court, playground, guest parking, and ice cream shop. Boat stake ad-jacent to the basketball court. 2012 dues paid. $68,900. Call 734-455-5415 or 704-883-2868.For Sale – Site 294: 1991 Quail-ridge with 3-season porch. One bed-room, sleeps 8. Fully furnished. Lots of storage throughout trailer. A/C in trailer; & a unit on porch. Large green space area in back yard. Large brick patio, wood back porch, large front deck. Close to beach, stores, ten-

nis/basketball courts. Many updates including new insulated porch roof, and new shingles on trailer. Elec-tric golf cart. Additional shed. Well maintained. Asking $55,900. Call: 248-437-6821.For Sale – Site 406, Phase 1:On Pine Cone Trail, by CC#2, 1988 Holiday Berkshire Park Model, One Bdrm/ New Roof with A/C, Screen Porch with Full Deck, Has Green Area. Golf Cart. Save $5-$10K. Ask-ing - $23.900. Call: 616 361-5537. [email protected] Sale - Site 425: 1988 Wood-land Park that sleeps six, 10’x30’ Jamestown porch and a deck on each end. 2005 golf cart and garage. Six by eight shed, patio, fire pit, paddle boat and boat stake. Asking $38,900. Call: 616-896-0267 or 720-633-1110.For Sale - Site 479 – Just re-duced: Large corner lot, located conveniently near the Flea Market area. Lot includes new, fully wired 11X18 building with overhead stor-age, shelving, and a convenient slop sink. Also includes large deck, brick patio, landscaping, and under-ground sprinkling. Asking $22,500 o.b.o. Call 231-834-2915 for more information. For Sale - Site 493: Right on the lake in Phase 2. Trailer has new stove, microwave, water heater and porch, as well as fi ve new windows on the lake side. Pontoon boat, two golf carts, boat stake, three car driveway and good, strong boat dock. This is a must see. Call: 269-501-8338.For Sale - Site 555: Site only for sale with water and electric hook-ups. Asking $15,000. Call: 269-273-8788.

For Sale from Site 628: Brown porch walls, windows, screens and one door. No roof. Size is 10’x25’. Asking $650. For Sale – Site 1238 – Phase 3: 1997 Cedar Ridge w/large porch. Double lot, loads of parking, 2005 gas golf cart w/new tires, large eating area in kitchen, extra storage, double loft, sleeps 10, large bathroom. Most furnishings stay. Dues paid for 2012 w/just fi lled propane tank. Close to CC and outdoor pool. Available to see most weekends or call 269-682-5080 and leave a message. Asking $57,000 OBO.For Sale – Site 1287 – Phase 3: Beautiful lake view lot with new garage and new shed. 5th Wheel in great condition, sleeps six, wood fl oors with two slide-outs, deck and awning and almost new golf cart. Asking $32,500 furnished. Call: 616-666-5708For Sale from Site 1394: Opportunity knocks: Near new 2011 Forest River Cedar Creek Destination Trailer, Model 40CFL. This 3-slide gel coated beauty has nearly every option available. Save thousands on a unit that was only used a handful of nights. Stored at Sandy Pines. Asking $40,000. Call 248-350-0361 or email [email protected] for photos. For Sale – Site N-12: One of the best sites on the lake! 1999 Trophy w/Westhouse porch. Includes 1999 Crest pontoon boat w/150 hp motor, new mooring cover, dock and boat stake. Also includes a Paddle Wheeler paddle boat, furniture inside and outside, EZ-Go golf cart w/2011 batteries, 200 sq. ft. garage, composite decking and blacktop

SOLD

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parking. This is a must see for $155,000. Call: 616-550-1745.For Sale – Site N-75: Nomad travel trailer; (Site can be converted for Park Model) golf cart; 200 sq. ft. storage (insulated and fi nished – equipped with refrigerator); new utilities; putt-putt green; fountain; landscaped for low maintenance. Asking $38,900. Please call Denny at 616-560-1862.For Sale - Site N-149: 2009 Quailridge Front living super bay one bedroom with electric golf cart, boat stake with 18’ pontoon boat, and storage shed. Close to beach and indoor pool. Asking $46,000 or best offer. Call: 616-249-0596,For Sale from Site N-160: Great location - across the street from Ten-nis courts, beach and lake. Almost everything in and on the house is new: roof, deck, landscaping, newish golf cart and golf housing. Inside~new laminate floors, new kitchen sink, stove, refrigerator. New sink and toilet in bathroom. Three bedrooms, all with new mattresses. Large shed for storage. Must see. Price: $75,400. Call Nan/Bill Plakos at (616) 534-0152.For Sale from Site N-189: Debbie Does Nails offers NEW Shellac Service! Last two weeks without chipping or peeling. Call or text 616.901.3086, to schedule your next service with DDN (Debbie Does Nails). First Time Special Discount – I come to your site ($23-25). For Sale - Site N-210: 2005 Kropf one bedroom with family room/2nd bedroom on quiet circle close to the CC, beach and indoor pool. 3-sea-son porch, deck and patio with large fi re pit. Beautifully landscaped yard with fountain and gazebo. Electric golf cart and shed, $43,000. Call: 734-459-3481.For Sale from N-259: Awning for sale – less than one year old.

Awning for slide-out of RV from Carefree from Colorado. It says it fits a slide-out width from 159¾” to 165” wide. Fabric length is 165” long and 4’ deep, with the hardware (or tube thing) being 167.5” long. All hardware INCLUDED. Original cost over $500. Asking - $400. Call: 616-446-8553.For Sale – Site N-306 – SiteOnly – Phase 4: Nice centrally located site. Close to beach, play-ground, rope course, and indoor pool. Included are EZ-Go Electric Golf Cart with cover, Deck 8x20, Shed 10x8, Paddle Boat, Firepit, Lawn Mower, and Grill. Site has large parking area. 2012 dues paid. $28,000 Email [email protected] or call 517-541-9614 or 517-490-6571 (cell) for more information.For Sale from Site N-307:’03 electric Club Cart, green with top. Asking $1,465. Call: 269-275-1779.For Sale - Site K-17: Price re-duced to sell. Now asking $97,900 or best offer. Large prime lot with full lakefront view of Sailboat Cove. Prime Location. Water Park and mini-golf are within walking distance. Price includes 1987 Oakland Park two bedroom trailer with screened in porch, deck, fi re pit, and boat stake; 2002 20’ Sweetwater boat with 40hp Mercury Big Foot motor, and an elec-tric golf cart. Call: 734-216-7770.For Sale from Site K-41: 20’ Pontoon Boat, 40 hp Mariner Out-board (dependable). Asking $4,500 OBO. Call Kevin at 616-481-4780.For Sale - Site K-202: 2004 Quail-ridge park model with 3 seasons room. New garage in 2011. Electric golf cart with new batteries in 2010. Boat stake with dock across the street at the end of public walk way. Some furniture stays. Beautiful yard with perennials and water fall. Close

to mini golf and water park. Very clean and well maintained. Asking $70,000. Call 517-331-3303.For Sale – Site K-228: GET IT ALL FOR A GREAT PRICE!! 26 Ft. 1999 Fleetwood Prowler. One bedroom, but sleeps 6. Full kitchen, bath/shower, central air and heat, attached pull out awning for outside shade + trailer tower stabilizer. Tool shed, Gas Golf Cart with vinyl cover and shed. 100 ft lot with water and electric hook up, also, includes lawn mower and charcoal BBQ grill. Ask-ing $33,000 O.B.O. MUST SEE! Please contact Milous West at 313-861-8003.For Sale – Site K-261: Reduced Price – now $32,000! ’07 27 ft. Springdale w/slideout. 10’x32’ deck, gas golf cart, double garage, 8’x8’ shed with full sized refrigerator for extra storage. Picnic table, lawn mower, new gas grill, fi re pit, folding chairs, and boat stake within walking distance. Close to Water Park. Call: 616-245-2926 or 616-304-4705.For Sale – Site K-310: Lakefront lot and trailer. Beautiful view. Excel-lent condition. Fully furnished, two boat stakes w/dock. Golf cart and new paddleboat. Asking $140,000. Call: 616-741-9071 or 616-403-7673.For Sale – Site K-340: 2002 Canterbury Park Model. One bed-room, enclosed porch, Central A/C, new golf cart garage, one golf cart, boat stake. Dues for 2012 paid. This trailer is in excellent condition and has a lake view. Asking $64,900 O.B.O. Please call Ron at 616-218-2032 for more information.For Sale from Site D-45: 2006 Bayliner 185. 3.0 liter 4 cylinder Mer-cruiser motor. Boat has less than 20 hrs. usage. Comes with skis, tubes and vests. Asking - $11,000. Call Chuck at 517-749-0208.

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Adult Recreation by Terry Derks, Adult Programs Supervisor

Youth/Teen Recreation by Mary Applehof, Supervisor

Wow, the summer is going so fast and by the time you read this, many of the great events are already done. There are still many events you won’t want to miss out on, so here is a reminder of what is planned for your enjoyment in the near future. Art Expo: The Recreation Station is the place for this new Art Show which takes place from July 9-15. Remember, it is your vote that determines the winner of this show. White Caps baseball night at the Fifth/Third Ballpark is 7/19.You need to order your tickets NOW! A great fun night at the old ballpark. Family Day is July 21, and it is always a great day. There will be a water Ski Show at the “Dam” area at 3 pm that day. This should be a fun afternoon. Sandy Pines 2nd Bus trip is 7/26. Remember I talked about the book “Devil in the White City’. This is the trip to Chicago that will explore that piece of World Fair history. Sign up soon. The Sweet Adelines concert is 7/27. They are making a return visit for a 7 pm performance at the Pavilion. These gals are also known as the Grand Rapids Chorus.NOW on to The Cardboard Boat Race. New date this year is July 29. I need captains to register your boat and start building. The new date allows for our college bound sailors to make a lasting impression on all of us. Don’t forget the new class of boats that you can build on race day starting at 8:30 in the morning and be ready to sail at 1 pm. I will provide the Cardboard and Duct tape, you supply the design and labor. How good are you? This class is designed for all sizes of boat crews, singles, families, clubs and groups. Check with the Recreation Dept and get registered today. Don’t miss out on the fun.

I hope that you are taking advantage of all that Sandy Pines has to offer you! Check out some of the things going on in your Park: The Golf Lessons are going great! You may join in anytime without registration. We meet at the Golf Course every week. Please check the Summer Activities Schedule for the time your group meets. The summer schedule is posted on the bulletin board with the areas of golf we will be working on each week. Pickle ball courts are staying busy! You may check out the equipment from the Recreation Station Offi ce during Water Park hours or from the Ranger Station any time. You will need to leave your golf cart key or a membership card as collateral. Rules and instructions on how to play the game are also available. If you would like to order your own set of paddles and balls, please go online and print off an order form. For all of our tennis, swimming and golf lessons we will be using an e-mail or texting blast to let you know of cancellations. If you would like to sign up for this blast please e-mail us @ [email protected] with your e-mail, your phone # and cell phone service provider, if you want the text alert. Some upcoming events to put on your calendar: Saturday, July 14, will be a chalk drawing contest in the parking lot of the indoor pool! Saturday, July 21, is Family Fun Day; Saturday, July 28, is the Hal-loween Haunted House and the Trunk or Treat – “trick or treating” and the tractor ride with a character. Soccer Tournament will be Saturday, August 11 at 9:00 am. We are looking for volunteers (adults and anyone over the age of 13) for many areas of Recreation this summer:Family Fun Day, the Halloween Haunted House, Trunk or Treat and the Sandy Pines Triathlon. Please call 616 -896-8318 to sign up to volunteer. Be sure to keep checking your Weekend Flyer for upcoming events. All of our recreation events are also posted on the Sandy Pines website, where there are always great times at Sandy Pines!

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Phase Three Garden

Main Entrance

Aquatics Update by Kim Day, Supervisor

We are happy to announce that we will have the annual Kid’s Lock-In again! The Lock-In will be held on Friday, July 13th from 11 pm until 6 am, at the Indoor Pool. (If your child cannot stay all night, please refrain from signing them up.) All night swimming, games, pop, snacks, movies, and many other activities to keep your child going all night long! The cost for the Lock-In is $5 per child. ONLY AGES 6-12 WILL BE ALLOWED FOR THE LOCK-IN. Sign-ups will begin Sunday, July 1st at 11 am at the Recreation offi ce. The fi rst 50 PAID sign-ups will be guaranteed a spot. We will hold our annual Kid’s Triathlon on August 4th. Sign-up will start on Monday, July 9, at the Recreation offi ce. The cost is $1 without a T-Shirt or $8, which includes a T-Shirt. Sign-up deadline is Friday, July 20 if you wish to order T-shirts. You may still sign-up with no T-shirt order through August 3, at 5 pm. Please make sure you register BEFORE the day of the Triathlon. We WILL NOT register anyone the day of the Triathlon. I hope everyone is enjoying their summer at Sandy Pines!

The June 20 version of our Potluck Dinner featured the theme called “DERBY NIGHT.” We were entertained by Sandy Pines’ own Nancee Jelsma, who is the 2012 Kentucky Derby Famous Hat Contest winner! She explained the complicated process involved with the design and construction of the more than 8,000 hats that are entered into the competition each year. This is the second time Nancee has claimed the top spot in this world wide competition. Thanks Nancee, for an enjoyable and entertaining night. Also featured as part of the evening’s events was our own Sandy Pines Hat contest. The winner was Marcia Phelps. Congrats, Marcia! The night fi nished with a four horse race. Victory was claimed by a horse named “MaxiMillion”

June Potluck ‘Derby Night’

Nancee Jelsma, pictured above, wearing one of her beautiful Derby Hats that she has created.

Congratulations to Marcia Phelps, pictured above, for winning the ‘Derby Hat’ competition.

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Photo Contest To enter our monthly Photo Contest please send your digital images, as you capture the beauty of Sandy Pines, to [email protected]. The top three selections each month will be displayed on the Pavilion Bulletin Board, the Recreation Station, at the Administration Offi ce, the Ranger Station, and the Indoor Pool area. Winners will be given the honor and glory that goes with the opportunity to display their work, and all of us will enjoy the memories that have been created. Here are the timelines: July photos are due August 1; August photos are due Sept. 3; and September photos are due Sept. 31. Each member may submit up to ten pictures each month. Send your digital images to [email protected], and a judge will select the top three entries. Thank you!

First Choice - Brian Elling, Site N-504

Second Choice Steve Felkey, Site K-169

Third Choice Mark & Kristen Groothuis, Site K-12