Yee Haw! Country Western Weekend
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Yee Haw! Country Western Weekend
The Pelican Bay Foundation, September/October 1996 Inc. 6251 Pelican Bay Boulevard Naples, Florida 34108 Yee Haw! Country Western Weekend Cowboy boots, ten-gallon hats and colorful bandanas will be the standard attire for Pelican Bay's Country Western Labor Day weekend celebration. The three-day celebration at the north beach and Sandpiper Beach Club will feature a Western theme in entertainment, food and decor. "Spaghetti Western" and classic Western movies will be shown under a tent on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday evenings on the Sandpiper deck, with plenty of "branch water" and desert munchies available during the films. SATURDAY The weekend events will kick off with a Western luncheon buffet on Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. Country Western entertainers will perform from 5 to 8:30 p.m., while members enjoy a "Chuckwagon Buffet". "Fistful of Dollars," a 1964 Italian film directed by Sergio Leone and starring Clint Eastwood, fresh from his role on television's Rawhide, will be shown on deck after sunset. This film is acknowledged as the first of the "Spaghetti Westerns" and launched Clint into international superstardom. SUNDAY The popular Sandpiper Beach Club brunch will make a comeback on Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Madeto-order Western omelettes are just one of the many items to be offered. Pony rides for children of Pelican Bay members will be available from 11:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the corral at the entrance to the The First Annual "Tour Day Tourth" of July Celebration was a smash with Pelican Bay members and their guests. Make sure your plans include the upcoming Labor Day celebration. It's chuck wagon chow-downs, musical hoe-downs. Tun, games, ponies in the corral and "Spaghetti Western" movies under the stars!! north boardwalk. Trams will be departing for the corral from the Sandpiper and North Tram Station. Dinner will be served at the Sandpiper from 5 to 8:30 p.m. The "Spaghetti Western" Buffet will include Osso Buco, Stuffed Eggplant, a Pasta Station, Antipasto, and more. A strolling musician will perform throughout dinner, and the 1973 riotous Western spoof, Mel Brooks' first hit movie, "Blazing Saddles," will be shown on the deck after sunset. MONDAY On Monday morning, a country breakfast will be served from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. A country-style buffet will begin at noon and be served until 3 p.m. Country western performers will provide entertainment from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m., and the Sandpiper will return to serving a full regular dinner. Another Eastwood feature, "Hang 'Em High" will be shown after sunset. ADDITIONAL TRAM SERVICE The North Station (across from Pebble Creek) will have continuous tram service from 8:30 a.m. to the close of business each day of the weekend. Tram service from The Commons will provide a continuous shuttle to the Sandpiper tram station. We encourage you to use The Commons lot and North Station parking areas to avoid overcrowding at the Sandpiper parking lot. First Annual "Four Day Fourth". Beautiful weather, colorful decorations and flags, lots of great food, ice cream, good music, steel drums, clowns, games and great fun for children, parents, adults and grandfolks. i 2 nt€m 2 "/•Q* r\2 •>£?">0 J » ».*»» * «.'» » * *.*»»f,» ,r* «'»»« «;•» » » • * f,«t» * *»'•»»»,*»«»*• • • »«,*»» • *«•»» » *»*Mf»* t • #» f t * f «»ft t f 1739 Members Register Satisfaction According to results from the Foundation-wide membership survey, Pelican Bay members are generally satisfied with Foundation services and staff . Restaurant food quality was the major exception. A total of 1739 members responded to the survey, representing a 34.8% sample size. Responses remained sealed until tabulated by DBR Marketing of Naples. Members' satisfaction level met or exceeded expectations. When asked what overall score level the Foundation must reach to achieve their satisfaction quotient, members quoted a minimum score of 86%. The Foundation has developed plans to address the areas that scored under the 86% satisfaction quotient: • • • • To make the channel more interesting, a new service called "FYI" has been added to Channel 44, providing regular updates on what's happening in Pelican Bay. Fifty-four percent of the respondents said they were not aware of or never tuned to the channel. An enhanced welcome program for new Pelican Bay residents will be developed. Nineteen percent of respondents said they were not provided adequate information about the Foundation's amenities or made to feel welcome. The Foundation has placed an emphasis on the transferring of deed covenant enforcement from WCI Communities to The Foundation. Pelican Bay Beach Staff duties are being altered to assure that beaches are better maintained. Nineteen percent of respondents did not feel our beaches were clean and wellmaintained. Major changes are being made in the menus, quality and presentation of food at the Pelican Bay restaurants. Service, value, and pricing are also being reviewed. Thirty-eight percent responded with dissatisfaction on a question regarding food quality. "The survey provides us valuable feedback in evaluating our performance and identifying the areas in which members want us to place more emphasis. We all are committed to doing an outstanding job." —Claire Hansen, Foundation President • The complete results of the survey are available at The Foundation office. On request, we will mail a copy to seasonal Foundation members at their northern address. Please call The Foundation office at 941-597-8081. Word of Mouth As Heard at the Sandpiper "Dinner was excellent.". ..Susan Butler "Atmosphere is fabulous. Live background music adds just the right touch ."...Paul Quirk "Terrific! Wonderful!"...Carla Grieve "It went from the worst restaurant in the world to the best!" "Prime rib was terrific. As good as it can be." ...Bill Grieve "It was so nice last Saturday night that we came back this Saturday night with friends."...Nancy and Bill Mayer "We can NOW eat lunch here 3 to 4 times a week and it's excellent." ...Nancy and Bill Mayer "Excellent steak; well-prepared and a real bargain at $11.95." "Peanut butter pie was good to the last bite."...Chris Smith "Fabulous Key Lime pie!"...Lauren Smith "Loved the live jazz guitarist. The Chicken Francese was nicely prepared. Beautiful presentation and delicious vegetables. Looks like somebody really cares!"...Robin Maye Highly Favorable Response to Restaurant Changes Since July 1, the Pelican Bay restaurants have been managed by The Foundation. The changes have resulted in nearly a doubling of business; There has been an 85 percent increase in meals served. Sunday, August 11, was the busiest day at the Sandpiper since the end of the season. Three hundred and twenty-eight meals were served. The Foundation introduced a vastlyexpanded menu and a "prepared from fresh" concept on July 1st. Emphasis is on excellence. The Foundation has expanded the Sandpiper server staff, recruiting the best people in the Naples area. The staff has been trained to address the special requests and desires of our members. Welcoming special requests is now a standard restaurant policy. Comment card ratings, which are tabulated and published weekly show nearly 70% of the members now regularly rate the food as "Excellent." The comparable rating in March, 1996, was 41%. "Excellent" or "Good" food quality ratings regularly reach 95% and, in some weeks, have hit 98%. Service ratings have also scored 95% and higher. "These changes are just the beginning. With the arrival of Bill Clark, The Foundation's new Food and Beverage Director, our members can look forward to major additional improvements. Pelican Bay restaurants will be second to none." — Brad Estes, Foundation Manager The Foundation has introduced a special summer lunch-time dining club. Members who dine six times receive the seventh lunch free. To boost summer business, a special dining-only card has also been offered to businesses in Pelican Bay. 4 d t v 4 FYI As Seen on Channel 44 Tennis Manager Resigns—Pelican Bay's Tennis Manager, Ron Hilburn has re-signed to pursue personal business interests and concentrate on training his son, Bryan, who is a nationally ranked Junior. Ron has headed Pelican Bay's tennis for three years. The Foundation's General Manager, Brad Estes, will conduct a state-wide search for Ron's replacement. The Foundation wishes Ron well and thanks him for his dedication. Boardwalk Progresses— The South Boardwalk construction is progressing according to plans. The boardwalk is on schedule with 1200 feet already completed. The finished job is Boardwalk construction scheduled for overseen by Project completion by Manager, Bill Walters. k t e September/ at which time the South Berm will reopen. Thirty-three thousand galvanized nails will be used in the replacement of the boardwalk. Garland and Garland of Naples is the contractor. Flags to Fly For Special Events— American flags will be a familiar sight for holidays and special events at Pelican Bay. The American and Olympic flags were flown during the Olympic games. Special Events—The Foundation offers members the use of our facilities for special events like birthdays and anniversaries. Contact Bill Clark, Food and Beverage Director, at 597-8081. Tram Record—Pelican Bay trams have transported over 320,000 passengers so far this year. New Signs—To improve the signage in Pelican Bay, new signs for Foundation facilities will be installed by the end of September, and those in disrepair will be replaced. This is part of The Foundation's 1996 capital improvements program. New Architect—Barany, Schmitt, Weaver and Partners, Inc. of Naples and Fort Myers has been hired to assist with a comprehensive study of The Foundation's restaurants and beach facilities. The firm has done similar work for Bonita Bay and South Seas Plantation. Beach Cabanas—The Foundation Board has approved the purchase of more beach umbrellas and cabanas for the new season. Sea Turtle Nests—There are 160 identified Sea Turtle nests between Clam Pass and the beach south of Wiggins Pass. That's four more than last year. Hall-of-Famer—Congratulations to Bay Colony resident, Dan Dierdorf, on his induction into the NFL Hall of Fame. Dan played with the St. Louis Cardinals as an offensive line-man for 13 years. New Food and Beverage Director Bill Clark, a twenty-year veteran of the restaurant business, has joined The Foundation as Food and Beverage Director. Bill and his son, Colin, have relocated to Naples from Williamsburg, VA, and reside in Pelican Ridge. Bill was most recently Food and Beverage Manager for Ford's Colony Country Club. The Dining Room at Ford's Colony boasts a AAA five-diamond rating and is a winner of the prestigious DiRoNa award. Several local publications have voted it "Best Restaurant". Bill's culinary training began in New York City where he gleaned extensive kitchen experience at the Copain restaurant, immortalized in the movie, "The French Connection". He later served a sixyear tenure at the Cavalier Hotel in Virginia Beach, where he was both Executive Chef and Food and Beverage Director. Bill will launch his career at Pelican Bay by conducting a comprehensive review of all three restaurants. Comments made by members in focus groups and results of the Foundation member survey conducted in April will be heavily considered in Bill's analysis. International College The gleam in International College President Terry McMahan's eye in December, 1995 has led to the establishment of the Creative Retirement Center of International College and to the launch of its first program of classes in June, 1996. CRC's mission is to bring opportunities for lifelong learning to Southwest Florida through an educational program directed to seniors and retirees. The programs are being designed to give participants the opportunity to grow through knowledge. Attendees are able to explore things they've always wanted to know more about, or never thought of, and to be able to do it for their own satisfaction. Ron Diorio, a Pelican Bay resident, is Chair of the CRC Advisory Council. CRC is in need of volunteers and invites anyone interested in becoming a member, volunteering for a committee assignment, leading a class or being placed on the mailing list to call 774-4700. The Berm Trail Walking, Jogging, Cycling Map St. Tropez South < REGISTRY FENCE 1.04 miles COMMONS /.09/ mife Sandpiper Parking Lot /.05/ of a mile Each Boardwalk is approximately .03 of a mile long. Please remember when wall Move to the right to allow trams to pass. If using headphones, alway MANGROVE Action Group, Inc. Mangrove Action Group As of this date (August 5th, '96), although not a lot is visible, the Mangrove Action Group is pleased to report that with both the short term (this summer's projects) and long term programs, there is progress. Before reporting the details of the progress, we must report the increasing spread of mangrove die-offs in the southern areas of Clam Bay which are visible from high floors in the Grosvenor and Dorchester. Things are getting worse, and time is working against us, despite the encouraging news which follows. Tennis Updates Improvements at South Tennis Center—The roof of the chickee hut at the South Tennis Center has been replaced. ^ Court-side drinking fountains and shade structures are also being installed. These improvements are part of the 1996 summer capital improvements program. Team Tennis—Team Tennis season is fast approaching. Many of the leagues will begin playing in early October. The Pelican Bay Foundation Tennis Program will field teams in the men's and ladies' divisions at 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5. Anyone interested in signing up or obtaining further information may call 597-4497. SHORT T E R M (SUMMER) P R O G R A M Flushing cuts were delayed because of the permitting agency's fears that even small blasts of dynamite would affect the turtle egg laying. Hand clearing of about 25% of the cuts was permitted, and reports indicate that even this small amount has noticeably improved the internal water flow. We expect that very shortly small blasts will be permitted in an effort to clear one major channel. This should further improve the flow. We don't know whether additional incremental blasting will be permitted, but the results are evident even now. The spillway permit may soon be in hand. Fortunately, we haven't been inundated with as much rain as last summer, so the spillway delay is not so catastrophic. However, hoses and pumps are promised if needed before spillways are in place. LONG-TERM P R O G R A M As we reported in the last Communique, financing seems to be in hand. The Pelican Bay budget is expected to be approved on August 14th. It includes funding for mangrove work comparable to the funding from WCI. A professional environmental permitting company has been hired to formulate a Management Plan and is expected to expedite the approval of permitting 07 miles -dwalk Tram 7.03/ of lie CCWTA—A new addition to our fall and winter seasons will be Collier County Women's Tennis Association League. This is a "fun" league consisting of a sevenweek session with a three-set round robin format each week, culminating in a county-wide tournament for top players from each team. We will have teams at 3.0, 3.5, and 4.0. Sign up by calling 597-4497. Labor Day Mixed Doubles Round Robin—On Monday, September 2nd at 9:30 a.m., the Pelican Bay Tennis Facility will host a mixed doubles round robin at the facility at The Commons. Refreshments and hors d'oeuvres will be served. Mixers—We've got two mixers coming up in October. The first will be held on Monday, October 14th. The second, a Halloween Costume Party Mixer, will be held on Wednesday, October 30th. Summer Junior Program Pelican Bay Foundation's Tennis and Recreation Department kicked off the Summer Junior Program the week of June 18th, providing children of all ages and abilities the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of tennis through drills, games and activities. For the more serious player, a special afternoon program is offered, attracting advanced and tournament players. Junior programs will continue in the fall with weekly clinics and holiday camps. Please come by the Pro Shop to make arrangements. agencies and enable us to move on to bidding and the commencement of actual work. There are no guarantees, but starting work by next summer is being considered. At this time we do not know what the plan will be, but we'll keep you informed. 2.02 miles 2.05 miles 3.0 miles North Station/Pelican Bay Blvd. The Pointe Hammock Oak /.05/ of fe /.03/ — of a mile VOLUNTEERS NEEDED The Mangrove Action Group is in need of volunteers in all categories from leadership to the telephone committee. If you are willing to give some of your time to help, please call Claire DeSilver at 591-2115. — Claire DeSilver, President Pelican Bay Blvd./Rte. 41 /.05/ of a mile g on Berms and Boardwalks: Always carry your Foundation membership card. Dok before changing direction. Listen for trams, bikes and bladers. /.04/—>3.4 miles North of a mile Great White and Great Blue Herons The Great White Heron is the largest of the wading birds in Florida with length as great as 54 inches and wing spread of 7 to 8 feet. It is also correctly called the Great White Crane, although it is not in the crane family. Its plumage is entirely white with yellowish bill and yellow-green legs, which distinguish it from the smaller, all-white American Egret with black legs. The Great White is rarely seen in Pelican Bay as it inhabits a very restricted range in the Mangrove Islands between the Everglades and the Keys. The Great Blue Heron is slightly smaller than the Great White with length up to 50 inches and wing spread of up to 6 feet. It has a bluish-gray body with mostly white head and neck. The top of the head has a black crest with long plumes. The Great Blue breeds from Central Canada to California, Texas and the Southeastern states. It winters anywhere from South and Central America to as far north as Oregon. Both herons are solitary birds seen fishing alone. Their great height, telescopic sight and acute hearing give them an advantage over all other wading birds. They stand motionless with indrawn neck until a fish or frog ventures near enough. The sharp bill and long neck then shoot forward and downward to seize the prey. The alarm call of both birds is a series of hoarse squawks. — by Hal Gordon Pelican Bay Women's League— Let The Season Begin In the spirit of the Olympics, the Pelican Bay Women's League returns to the winner's circle with a program of outstanding Pelican Bay Women's League Hawaiian Luau; events for the coming Douglas and Anne Gebbie. Photo: Norma Ten-Napel. year. The first event is the Reservations for luncheons, dinners, and "Welcoming Back" coffee, Oct. 16th at special events are confirmed only upon 10:30 a.m. at the Hammock Oak Center. receipt of payment. Please include the Present members will be reunited and name of the event and your telephone new members welcomed. The League is number on your check. comprised of Pelican Bay residents of all So join, enjoy, and then rejoice upon ages and interests. The kick-off event is a very special choice—membership in the special in that it celebrates the start of Pelican Bay Women's League. year two under the aegis of President Muriel Lord. PELICAN BAY WOMEN'S All special interest groups, at indiLEAGUE SPECIAL INTEREST vidual tables, will have information and CONTACTS sign-up sheets for the various activites to Book Worms, Theresa Riley, 592-5235 be offered for the year. Cornelia Rreigh, Childrens PlayActivities, Michelle Maltese, 597-8872, is Chairman and Coordinator 594-2227 par excellence. Ladies, please do not procrastinate, Commwiity Affairs, Claire DeSilver, pay your dues now. The cut-off date is 591-2115 ' Oct.16. Payments by this date confirm Canasta, Jeaunette Silver, 591-3370 name and telephone number in the first Gin Rummy, B.J. Hill, 594-1141 official PBLW telephone directory, a truly Golf, Kathy Brogan Cannady, 514-1488 monumental undertaking. Please send Mah Jongg, Marie Hersh, 597-9930 your check for $25 today to: Pelican Bay Round Robin Bridge, Jinny Glasgow, Women's League, 835 Vanderbilt Beach 566-7669 or Lee McCallan, 594-9126 Rd., Suite 235, Naples, FL 34108. The Smart Women, Smart Finance, Muriel Lord, dues help to underwrite our printing, mailing, charities, directory, and fashion 591-1672 show. Writers, Sandy Castle, 594-8984 Membership applications may be Bridge Lessons, Mitzi Michelson, 594-0920 picked up at the Hammock Oak Center. Widows, Gloria Coomes, 5984438 Lunch and Shop, Kathy Bogan Cannady, 514-1488 Tennis, Kathy Mann, 592-7426 That's Jazz, Marie Hersh, 597-9730 Painting, Norma Ten-Napel, 591-0358 Jeri Bowman, Roz Wyche, Susan Banks. Photo: Norma Ten-Napel Trips and Travel, Ann Wing, 566-9272 The Foundation Date Book All meetings at Foundation Community Center unless otherwise indicated TUESDAYS 4:30 p.m., Men's Round Robin Tennis WEDNESDAYS 8:00 a.m., Intermediate Tennis Drill Clinic THURSDAYS 8:00 a.m., Women's Round Robin Tennis 9:30 a.m., Women's Doubles Tennis Clinic SATURDAYS 8:00 a.m., Advanced Tennis Drill 9:30 a.m., Intermediate Tennis Drill 8:00 a.m., Men's Round Robin Tennis SEPT. 2 9:30 a.m., Labor Day Tennis Mixed Doubles Round Robin SEPT. 13 10:30 a.m., Pelican Bay Women's League Book Discussion, Hammock Oak Park Community Center, Montana 1948 by Lawrence Watson. TUESDAYS 4:30 p.m., Men's Round Robin Tennis WEDNESDAYS 8:00 a.m., Intermediate Tennis Drill Clinic THURSDAYS 8:00 a.m., Women's Round Robin Tennis 9:30 a.m., Women's Doubles Clinic Tennis Limited Edition "Pelican Bay is a Ten", Tee-Shirts like those shown at the left are still available for $14.95 (plus shipping if you want it sent to you). Call 597-8081 SATURDAYS 8:00 a.m., Advanced Tennis Drill 9:30 a.m., Intermediate Tennis Drill 8:00 a.m., Men's Round Robin Tennis OCT. 9 10:00 a.m., Pelican Bay Women's League: "Smart Women, Smart Finance", The Claridge. Speakers: Kim Ciccarelli Banta and Jill Ciccarelli Rapps, Advisory Service, Inc. OCT. 11 10:30 a.m. Pelican Bay Women's League Book Discussion, Hammock Oak Park Community Center, "Independence Day" by Richard Ford. OCT. 14 Columbus Day Mixed Doubles Round Robin OCT. 16 10:30 a.m., 2nd Annual Women's League "Welcome Back" coffee, Hammock Oak Park Community Center. Sign up for interest group activities for 1996/1997. OCT. 30 Soiree, 4:30-6 p.m., Women's League Hammock Oak Park Community Center. Speaker: Gene N. Landrum, business consultant and educator: "Profiles of Outstanding Male and Female Geniuses". Husbands and friends welcome. OCT. 30 Halloween Costume Party Tennis Mixer ^ kids den r/e ay, The„0t h ke Vojiy ball, and Jr,h pahf-ed c e f e b r a l * 1 C elebr-af c g Tory fa air I ^-nJepen •football m -CLIP AND SAVE- Please note new zip code as of July 1st 34108 Pelican Bay Foundation, Inc. Telephone List EMERGENCY, FIRE, AMBULANCE, POLICE 911 NORTH NAPLES FIRE DEPARTMENT 597-3222 SHERIFFS DEPT 774-4434 FOUNDATION OFFICE (The Commons) •CLIP • ••• - 5:00 p.m. 597-8081 MONDAY - FRIDAY FOUNDATION COMMUNITY CNTR. (Hammock Oak Park) 597-8877 CLAM BAR 597-2781 SANDPIPER BEACH CLUB . .592-5722 TENNIS CENTERS THE COMMONS 597-4497 HAMMOCK OAK PARK .. .597-1801 k To Answer Frequently Asked Questions Call: Activities at Foundation (Community Center) 597-8877 Canoe Reservations 597-1801 Card Update/Guest Cards . . .597-8081 Golf Club Membership 597-1183 Mail Box Repair 597-8081 Nuisance Alligators . . .1-800-432-2046 PRIVATE PARTIES Beach Restaurants Foundation Community Ctr. Sailing Club Membership Tennis Activities Water/Sewer Problems 597-8081 .597-8877 597-8081 597-4497 643-8330 SAVE • Voter Notes As of the March 12, 1996, Presidential Preference Primary Election, Pelican Bay voters were split into two precincts and polling sites. Precinct 605 extends north from Gulf Park Drive on • •••• the right of Pelican Bay Boulevard and also north from The Commons on the left of Pelican Bay Boulevard. Residents in Precinct 605 now vote at the Foundation Community Center at Hammock Oak Park. Precinct 606 extends south from Gulf Park Drive and The Commons. Residents in Precinct 606 now vote at St. Williams Church on Seagate Drive. Mark your calendars now for the elections as follows: September 3, 1996—First Presidential Primary, October 1,1996—Second Primary Election, November 5,1996—General Election OFFICE HOURS 9:00 a.m. AND In order to facilitate and hasten the voting procedure, please have your current voter registration card or other identification in hand proving actual current Pelican Bay residency. In addition, if you have requested and received an absentee ballot and now wish to vote in person, bring the unvoted ballot to return to the precinct clerk. If you wish to serve as an election worker or have questions, call the Collier County Election office at (941)774-8450. ELECTION WORKERS NEEDED • ELECTION WORKERS * For September 3 and October 1. Hours are from 6 a.m. to as late as 9 p.m. Pay is $75 per day if a Pelican Bay resident and $85 if residency is in a non Pelican Bay precinct. * POLL DEPUTY * For September 3, October 1 and November 3. Hours and pay are the same as for election workers. Poll deputies assist those in wheel chairs and others needing assistance and keeping order. Ability to perform physical functions required . Training will be provided for each position. No experience is necessary. The Pelican Bay Foundation, Inc. Cmmurrique 6251 Pelican Bay Boulevard, Naples, Florida 34108 Contact Clerk Suzy Dorr at 591-0278 as soon as possible. BULK RATE US POSTAGE P A I D Naples, FL Permit No. 403