IN THE PINES VOLUME 29 - ISSUE 11 DECEMBER 2022
THE FOREST HIGHLANDS ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER
THE OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION OF THE FOREST HIGHLANDS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Leadership
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Golf History
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Spa
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Club News
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Recreation
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Security
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Realty
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Dining
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Fitness
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LEADERSHIP
Dear Fellow Members:
The month of December is a busy time for most people as the holiday season kicks into high gear. It is also an excellent time to reflect upon all that has been accomplished throughout the past year and begin planning for continued progress in the coming year. The leadership team and your board are hard at work performing all of these activities to ensure our investment in Forest Highlands remains strong and provides exceptional value. Reflecting on 2022 we saw a return to more normal operations across the club after the challenges of the past 2 years. Tee time accessibility was significantly improved with golf rounds ending the year at 31,230. This is still slightly higher than pre-pandemic rounds, but certainly not at the level of the 44,181 experienced in 2020. Merchandise sales in the golf shops are projected to hit a new record at just over $1,000,000. Member satisfaction with the food and beverage operation and use of the various dining outlets remain at historic levels with 64,888 covers through October 31 compared with 63,344 in 2021. The recreation and racquet operations also saw exceptional growth during 2022 with the increase in younger members and families and interest in outdoor activities remains strong. Youth participation in our racquet activities grew by 39% with overall participation in tennis up 16% and pickleball up 17%. Once we have our new pickleball facility up and running we expect to see a whole new wave of members vying to purchase at Forest Highlands because of our pickleball facility and programming. Use of concierge and residential services continues to grow exponentially and is the fastest growing area within the operation – Kudos to Kurt Martin and Austin Vigorito for the success of this highly valued service. The successes of the season also presented a few challenges as the club dealt with the impacts of high inflation leading to increased costs for the goods and services used throughout the operation, difficulty in filling vacant positions due to the high cost of living in Flagstaff (18.7% higher than the national average and 12.3% higher than the state average), continued supply chain issues and shortage of products, and a reduction in NOCC and transfer fees from real estate sales due to the historically low supply of homes and lots available for sale. The increase in use of the club facilities, amenities and services and corresponding increases in labor to meet those demands, coupled with
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LEADERSHIP
increased costs and fewer real estate sales are projected to result in break-even net operating income of $22,522 for the year which is slightly below the 2022 budget of $59,929. All of the above topics were discussed at length during review of the Operating and Capital/Reserve budgets for 2023 at the most recent board meeting held on Monday, November 21. In addition to reviewing projected results for 2022, the board evaluated assumptions for what to expect in 2023 including known economic impacts such as the 8.4% increase in the hourly minimum wage and continued inflationary price increases from suppliers and vendors throughout the operation. The board carefully weighed options and opportunities for expense reductions as well as the potential of generating additional revenues. Labor and related payroll cost comprise 71% of our annual expense budget so the impact of the mandated increase in the minimum wage for 2023 coupled with continued inflation and low inventory of resale homes and lots resulted in approval by the Board of a $130 increase in the operating portion of the Regular Monthly Assessment for 2023 to $1,050 per month. continued on page 4 > > >
NEW OWNER CAPITAL CONTRIBUTION (NOCC) FEE INCREASE
MORE DETAILS
FAQs
The vote will conclude on December 15, 2022.
VOTE
As communicated in the President’s article in the November 1 Voice in the Pines, the Board of Directors voted to proceed with a member vote to increase the New Owner Capital Contribution (NOCC) fee paid by buyers when they purchase a Forest Highlands property. This fee is used to help pay for new projects around the Club, and to assist in funding the Reserves to pay for replacement of existing assets. The Board of Directors is asking you, the members, to approve a one-time increase of the NOCC fee to $100,000. We are nearing the 434 votes necessary to meet the quorum requirements! The increase must be approved by members representing more than 50% of the votes cast. Please cast your vote today!
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As noted earlier, due to the reduction in real estate sales in 2022 we received approximately $1,000,000 less in NOCC fees in the Capital Fund than anticipated. As the vote to increase the NOCC Fee to $100,000 will not be official until December 15, the board felt it prudent to take a conservative outlook for NOCC fees in 2023 along with budgeting for minimal new capital and replacement expenditures. If the vote passes and the outlook for additional NOCC Fees improve, the board will evaluate additional new capital and replacement expenditures during 2023. The Pickleball Facility, Covered Bridge Restroom, Public Works Facility and Meadow Patio capital and reserve projects were approved as part of the 2022 budget to begin in the fourth quarter of 2022 with the remainder to be paid through the second quarter of 2023. To assist with funding the completion of these capital items, funding the annual repair and replacement of existing assets, and retaining more of the NOCC fees in the Capital Fund for future new capital projects, a $75 increase in the reserve portion of the Regular Monthly Assessment was approved for 2023 to $200 per month. This will contribute $2,091,400 to the Reserve Fund which will cover 75.8% of the 2023 depreciation expense. As provided in the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Forest Highlands, Section 6.3; the Regular Assessment required to cover the Common Expenses for maintaining and operating the community, as well as providing adequate reserves for the replacement of physical assets is established at $1,250 per member per month and is effective as of January 1, 2023. Your board and leadership team understand this increase in the monthly assessment is significantly higher than in recent years but we are dealing with unique circumstances and believe this increase will enable us to continue to provide and enhance the outstanding service and amenities enjoyed by the membership. Please see page 6 for information on how to participate in the annual Prepaid Dues Program and watch for an email coming out next week.
The 2023 Operating Budget and the 2023 Capital & Reserve budgets are available for member review on the main landing page of the Member website. The November 21 meeting was the final meeting for Todd Weber and Mike Cahill as members of the Board of Directors. We thank them both for their 3 years on the board, their leadership of the Club as President and serving as Chair of their committees, and the selfless dedication of their time, wisdom and expertise in making our community better. In closing, we have enjoyed a successful year at Forest Highlands and we owe a vast majority of the credit to our dedicated employees. They work incredible hours during the peak of our season and are already busy planning now for next season, and we thank them for all they do to make our club and community such a wonderful place to be. On behalf of the entire Board of Directors and Leadership Team, we hope that all of our members, their families and loved ones have a safe and happy holiday season.
Respectfully, Your Forest Highlands Association Board of Directors
We thank them both, Todd Weber and Mike Cahill for their 3 years on the board, their leadership of the Club as President and serving as Chair of their committees, and the selfless dedication of their time, wisdom and expertise in making our community better.
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CLUB NEWS
PICKLEBALL COURTS CONSTRUCTION IS UNDERWAY
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CLUB NEWS
2023 ANNUAL PREPAID MEMBER ASSESSMENT PROGRAM The Board of Directors has approved the continuation of the Prepaid Regular Assessment program for 2023. The prepayment program offers the convenience of paying your monthly assessment for the entire year in advance. This program has provided needed cash flow for the Association, and has been helpful for members in avoiding late fees and the convenience of writing one annual check. Additionally, the Board of Directors approved the continuation of the Guest Token Incentive Program to encourage members to prepay their dues.
What is the Guest Token Incentive Program? Members who prepay their annual assessment receive four Guest Token credits posted to your Credit Book, which can be redeemed for EITHER four (4) complimentary guest rounds of golf, OR four (4) complimentary House Guest Cards good for up to two weeks each. This is a value of up to $800.00. Simply notify the Golf Staff at the time you want to use one of your Guest Token credits for a Guest Round OR notify the Admin Staff at the time you want to use one of your Guest Token credits for a Guest Card. How to participate To qualify for the program, your payment of $15,000 ($1,250 * 12 mos.) must be received by the Administration Office no later than January 25, 2023. Your four (4) guest token credits will be available for your use on your Member Account immediately upon receipt of your payment. To take advantage of this program, there are three options for prepayment.
What is the Guest Token Incentive Program?
How to participate
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SEND A CHECK
PAY BY CREDIT CARD
AUTO DEBIT
Send your check for $15,000 directly to the Administration Office at: Forest Highlands Golf Club Attention: Accounts Receivable
Log into the Member’s Only website to pay using a credit card.
Members on the auto-debit program can email Kim Rushing, CFO at krushing@fhgc.com to authorize the draft of the $15,000 which will occur on or before January 25, 2023.
Please note that payment by credit card will include a 3% convenience fee.
2425 William Palmer Flagstaff, AZ 86005
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Use of Guest Token Credits are subject to the following Rules
1. Members who still have physical tokens must now bring the token to the Administrative Office to be converted into Guest Token credits. Physical tokens will NOT be accepted in the Golf Shops. 2. Physical Tokens are not replaceable if they are lost. 3. Members must inform the Golf staff at the time of purchase to redeem a Guest Token credit for an Accompanied Guest Round. 4. Credits may only be used for one round of accompanied guest play regardless of whether it is used at the family rate or the full guest rate. Cart Fees are included . 5. The program allows Guest Token credit use for Golf throughout the entire season, with the exception of holiday weekends. 6. Members must contact the Admin Office at the time they wish to use a Guest Token for the creation of a Guest Card. Credits may only be used for one Guest Card regardless of whether it is used for an I mmediate Family or House Guest.
7. Guest Token credits are transferrable to another member upon written request.
8. All other guest rules apply when using token credits. Please see the Association Rules on the www.fhgc.com website for complete guest rules.
If you have any questions about the program, please feel free to contact me at 928-525-9014.
Patricia Ashbrook, MBA, CCM General Mananger/COO The Forest Highlands Association
NEW DUES AMOUNT $1,250 Per Month
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FOREST HIGHLANDS LEGACY SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM
Do you have a family member who loves Forest Highlands as much as you do? Perhaps your brother-in-law or parent is an avid golfer, but they don’t want to purchase property? Immediate Family members have an opportunity to become a member at a reduced cost under the Special Membership category as a Legacy Special Member.
Legacy Special Memberships are available for purchase by the immediate family of existing Forest Highlands’ members in good standing with the Club. Immediate family is defined in the Association Rules as parents, grandparents, children, grandchildren, siblings, parents-in-law and siblings-in-law. This is a great way to continue the membership privileges for your children who are now over the age of 25. They can become full-privilege members and you no longer have to pay for their guest fees! The cost for a Legacy Special Membership will be increasing from the current $15,000 to $25,000 effective March 1, 2023.
Legacy Special Members are subject to the same rights and obligations as Special Members of the Association as set forth in the Amendment to and Restatement of Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Forest Highlands, as amended from time to time (the “Declaration”), the Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, and Rules and Regulations of the Association. Legacy Special Members are responsible for paying all Regular, Reconstruction, Capital Improvement and Special Assessments. The monthly dues rate for a Legacy membership is the same as the Regular membership at $1,250 per month for 2023.
Legacy Special Memberships are also available for purchase by former Forest Highlands’ members who either sold their property or resigned their membership within the previous six months. Former Forest Highlands members are eligible to purchase at the Legacy rate as long as they would qualify under the same conditions as for an Exemption from the New Owner Capital Contribution Fee.
Anyone interested in purchasing a Legacy Special Membership must fill out and submit the Special Membership Purchase Agreement and Special Membership Application Form. These forms can be obtained by contacting the Administration Office at 928-525¬9014 or by email at membership@fhgc.com.
The cost for a standard Special Membership (available to non-family members) is $100,000 effective January 1, 2023.
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CLUB NEWS
NEW MEMBERS
MAIL SERVICES
Based on requests from a few FH Members, the Security Department will provide a couple of options to have mail picked up and delivered to your home. The primary objective is to prevent the USPS closing a mailbox due to it being full, resulting in the mail taken and held at the Post Office.
Option 1. Option 2.
U.S. mailbox check & delivery to your home Text Message notification when mail is delivered
SIGN UP To arrange the services a contract is needed for the mail delivery. To sign up for either service, please email gatehouse@fhgc.com and note what service you would like. Upon receipt of a request a contract/form will be provided to arrange your requested services. LEARN MORE We are looking for year-round members interested in meeting others around the Club! How do you meet new people when life is busy, when you need a change, or when you move to a new area? If you’re interested in meeting new people and engaging in fun activities around the Club this winter, please email the Recreation Department at recprograms@fhgc.com.
CALLING ALL FOREST HIGHLANDS YEAR-ROUND MEMBERS!
We will be composing an email group to get people in touch!
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BARK BEETLE REDUCTION COST SHARE PROGRAM The Arizona Department of Foeresty and Fire Managemnet resumed the BBRCS program in September. Please note, fully dead trees (those with no needles) do not qualify for this cost share program because the beetles are typically no longer present. For a property assessment, please add your contact information to our fall waitlist by using the link below and we will reach out ( You will receive an email confirming you’ve been added)
CLICK HERE FOR PROPERTY WIDE TRASH LOCATIONS
TRASH PICKUP Mondays
HOME RECYCLING PICK UP every other Monday
December 5, 2022 and December 19, 2022
2023 SCHEDULE
January 2nd, 16th, and 30th February 13th and 27th
July 3rd, 17th and 31st August 14th and 28th September 11th and 25th October 9th and 23rd November 6th and 20th December 4th and 18th
March 13th and 27th April 10th and 24th May 8th and 22nd June 5th and 19th
LEARN MORE
PROPERTY ASSESSMENT WAITLIST
PINE NEEDLE BAG PICK-UP
Pine needle bag pick-up is now only once a month, the first Tuesday of the month from November 1st to April 30th.
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INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE – ALWAYS CALL/ EMAIL TO CONFIRM.
DESIGN REVIEW (DRC UPDATE) For any changes to your Lot or the exterior of your home please refer to the Development Standards. DRC Meeting dates are done on a monthly basis.
Forest Highlands Design Review (928) 525-9014 or designreview@fhgc.com Forest Highlands Design Review Consultant Pat Rehse: designreview@fhgc.com
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DUE DATE
PLAN REQUIREMENTS
SMALL PROJECTS
Submittals are due by the 10th of each month to be reviewed in that month. A project that is submitted on March 8th will be reviewed in March, and a project submitted on March 12th will be reviewed in April.
ONLINE ONLY PLEASE!
Smaller projects such as landscaping, re-paints, dog runs, minor additions and other minor changes can be reviewed weekly by the DRC, typically on Thursdays.
Plan submittals are required to have a digital copy (PDF). Digital copies can be sent to designreview@fhgc.com
PLEASE make sure to provide your architect, builder, contractor, etc. with the most recent copy of the Forest Highlands Development Standards which may be found online at https://members.fhgc.com/HOA/Design_Review or click the button > > >
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
The board has recently approved modifications to the following sections of the Development Standards:
PLEASE NOTE
Section 4.9 “Exterior Colors” Section 4.13 “Ziplines & Other Structures” Section 5.1 “Building Envelope” Section 6.2 “Prohibited Plants” Addition of Cul-De-Sac Beautification Program Addition of Approved Paint Colors
Section 2 “Design Review Procedures” Section 2.2.7 “Preliminary Design Submittal” Section 2.4.6 “Final Design Submittal Section 3.6 “Utilities” Section 3.9 “Mechanical and Utility Meter Equipment” Section 4.7 “Entrances”
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CANYON is now closed for the season. See you in 2023! DINING MEADOW: 952-525-5205
DINING
HOLIDAY MEADOW DINING HOURS
Monday, December 26 - Saturday, December 31 Holiday Lunch | 11am - 3pm
Tuesday, December 27 - Friday, December 30 Holiday Dinner | 5pm - 8pm
Sunday, January 1 Holiday Brunch | 9am - 2pm
NEW YEAR'S EVE SOIRÉE Canyon Clubroom 9PM - 1AM $50 per person
REGISTER
CANYON
It's a PARTY to ring in the New Year! We will transform our Canyon Clubroom into a nightclub where the energy will be high as we will ring in the New Year twice with champagne toasts at 10pm & midnight. Enjoy late night eats & treats and dance the night away to live music from the Mike Reeves band! The NYE Party is an ADULTS ONLY event separate from the NYE dinner. Attend just the party or head to the Canyon or Meadow for dinner first! Cocktail attire, please register in advance!
NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER Canyon Dining Room • 6pm - 9pm $150 per person
REGISTER
MENU
Join us at the Canyon for an upscale, elegant dining experience! We will start with cocktails and passed appetizers followed by an 11 course menu with 22 tastes to celebrate the end of 2022 and ring in 2023.
Limited reservations, please register early!
MIKE REEVES BAND!
MEADOW
Please remember to call ASAP or register online to reserve your spot.
Canyon 928-525-1100 Meadow 928-525-5205
DINING
MONDAY, DECEMBER 26 • RESERVATIONS 5 – 8PM MEADOW DINING ROOM CAROLERS IN THE REC CENTER 8PM
The Dickens Dinner is no longer one seating. Reservations can now be made from 5pm – 8pm.
Join us in our cozy, festive Meadow Clubhouse and enjoy a fantastic holiday menu! This year, there will be one performance by the Christmas carolers at 8pm in the Family Recreation Center. Come have some hot chocolate,
desserts and holiday cheer as they sing your holiday favorites! (Must have a dinner reservation to attend the Caroler show.) Please CALL the Meadow to make your reservation. 928.525.5205
MENU
MEADOW WINTER HOURS Dine-In Service Available Friday, Saturday & Sunday
KASSIDY'S KAFÉ Saturday, December 31st 8 - 10:30am Meadow Clubhouse
Friday
Dinner 5pm - 8pm
Saturday
Brunch 11am - 3pm Dinner 5pm - 8pm
MENU
MEADOW MENUS
Sunday
Brunch 9am - 2pm
Pre-order your bagels by Thursday, December 29th. 928.525.1100.
CONTINUE TO MAKE RESERVATIONS AT THE CLUB Log on to members.fhgc.com to make dining reservations & register for events, or call the Club
DINING MEADOW: 952-525-5205
Dining reservations can ONLY be made one week in advance. This gives everyone the same opportunity to make a reservation each week and prevents someone from creating season long reservations. CANCELLATION POLICY
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GOLF GOLF HISTORY
November 19, 2022
The ORIGINS: FOREST HIGHLANDS’ PUTTING COURSE By William Godfrey
THE SECOND ITERATION A few years later Bailey and Bartlett brought the concept to Forest Highlands. “In the late 1980s there was a block of lots on the west side of the Canyon. There were a dozen or more lots we were unable to sell,” explained Bartlett. “They were standard interior lots without views. They were sort of ‘lots-in-the-forest.’ However, they were larger than many of the lots sold early in the Canyon. We brought Ron Todd, our in-house land planner into the conversation. Ron created an easement on the back of the lots with enough square footage to build the putting course. We sold the lots out in months,” Bartlett shared. “And Dick Bailey designed the course and Mike Kosak built it.” FIRST COURSE SUPERINTENDENT – MIKE KOSAK The first golf course superintendent at Forest Highlands was Mike Kosak, a native of Coleraine, Minnesota. In a phone call in October 2022 from his home in Salem, South Carolina,Kosak shared his journey to Forest Highlands and his contribution to the putting course. “It was the mid -1980s, I was working on a Tom Weiskopf / Jay Morrish project called The Grandote Peaks Golf Club, near Pueblo, Colorado. I got to know both Tom and Jay,” Kosak said. “And when the project finished up, Jay arranged a call for me with Dick Bailey.” “Dick flew to Colorado to interview me, but they didn’t have the financing yet at Forest Highlands, so I went to Scottsdale. I laid irrigation pipe for two months at Desert Mountain’s Renegade Course working for Wadsworth Golf Construction. In the spring of 1986, the financing was in place and my family and I moved to Flagstaff,” shared Kosak.
The genesis of Forest Highlands’ 18-hole Putting Course began appropriately…in the cradle of golf. In the early-1980s, the principals of the Bailey-Bartlett Group participated in an international amateur golf event in Scotland. The four-ball, four-round tournament took place at Gleneagles, St. Andrews and Carnoustie, three iconic Scottish venues. Jim Bartlett, the managing partner, shared the discovery he and his partner made across the Atlantic. “St. Andrews and Carnoustie both had these super huge putting greens near the first holes. Dick Bailey and I were fascinated by the size of them. Neither of us had seen anything like it.” Bailey and Bartlett returned to the states with the notion that a putting course would create entertainment for multiple generations. However, it would take a few years before they found the venue to create their own version. “The opportunity first presented itself at Desert Highlands,” shared Bartlett.“I was managing partner. There was a piece of ground connecting the first, second and ninth holes of the development.” “Lyle Anderson, the developer, took Dick Bailey and me to view the site. Lyle asked us what we would do with the undeveloped lots with the great western view,” recalled Bartlett. “Dick replied, ‘Here is what we would do. One option is to take the 13 or 14 lots and zone them for two units. The smaller of the units could be for a family guest house. The other option is to annex the outbound side of the lots for home sites. They would maintain the western view from holes: 1, 2 and 9. The inbound side would form a triangle, where you could build a large putting course.’” “Lyle liked the idea of the creating a putting course. So we teamed up with Gary Panks to build it and we marketed the new parcels as ‘fairway lots.’ We sold all of them right away at twice the estimated value,” Bartlett explained.“It was the first ever putting course in the modern era of golf in the United States and it still exists today.”
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“I was there from the beginning, marked every tree on the Canyon, laid out the center line for every hole and was there for the construction of the course,” Kosak recalled. “I was fortunate Jim Bartlett and Dick Bailey believed it was important on having a superintendent on site from the start of construction.”
THE PUTTING COURSE “The Putting Course was a collaboration and Dick Bailey was behind a lot of it,” Kosak explained. “Dick created a rough scale on paper for the pods. It was a three-pod system vs. one-pod because it would affect more lots.” The building of the course was not without issues and it started with the location. “There were challenges getting to the site. There were no roads in place, just dirt paths,” explained Kosak. “It was very hard to get large trucks to the site.” And there was also some pretty severe terrain. “The site was a rocky hillside. On the first pod, I tried to dig with a backhoe, but the ground was too rocky to build a trench,” Kosak detailed. “Since I couldn’t dig a trench I used a flat drainage pipe that was new on the market. Using the new flat pipe turned out to be a good idea because it has held up 32 years, I believe.” “Then I completed the install, starting with a sand/peat moss base, drainage pipe and irrigation. I even installed the drinking fountain at the end of the cul- de-sac. It is very unique and one of the best putting courses ever built,” shared Kosak. “I believe it was only $106,000 to build. Dick didn’t charge for his design and I did the work as an employee of Forest Highlands.” “With everyone’s help, we enhanced the value of the lots and it was a lot of fun building it. Dick Bailey was great to work with, he created a plan with slopes and shapes and I executed his plan. It was a ‘Build-it-and-they-will-come’ kind of thing,” said Kosak, who moved on in 1992 as General Manager of Mira Vista Golf Club in Fort Worth. “I am extremely proud of the Canyon Putting Course,” Kosak concluded. “Forest Highlands was one of the best projects I was ever involved with… I just love the place.” To access the Forest Highlands Putting Course, take Griffiths Springs to the western section of the Canyon and follow the sign to the 18-hole, 3-pod layout, complete with scorecards and pencils.
William Godfrey is an author, golf historian and biographer. He and his wife, Wendy Huck Godfrey, became Forest Highlands Members in May 2021.
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RECREATION
Call the Recreation Department at (928) 525-9792
HOURS OF OPERATION
Family Recreation Center Sunday - Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday & Saturday 9am - 8pm Aspen Rec Center Sunday - Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday & Saturday 9am - 8pm *Closed during programs* Pinecone Kids Center Sunday - Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday & Saturday 9am - 8pm *Closed during programs*
Kids Party in the Pines Saturday Night Year Round 5 - 8pm During Off Season Pinecone Kid’s Center Price: $35/kid Ages 4 and up! 2-3 with CIT
The Recreation Department & Concierge Office hours will be changed on the following days:
Winter Camp Saturdays in December-February (excl. Christmas & New Years Eve) 10am - 3pm Pinecone Kid’s Center Price: See Kid’s Camp for price details Ages 4 and up! 2-3 with CIT Bundle up for a Camp filled with winter fun! Whether it be outdoors in the snow, sledding down the driving range or indoors making winter themed crafts you will surely be entertained! Be sure to come dressed in your warmest clothing! *Outdoor fun weather permitting*
Every Saturday night is a party at the Pinecone Kid’s Center with unique themed activities, crafts, and a movie! Dinner included.
Christmas Eve & Christmas Day CLOSED
T.G.I.F. Friday Nights Spring, Fall, and Winter 5 - 8pm During Off Season Pinecone Kid’s Center Price: $35/kid Ages 4 and up! 2-3 with CIT Thank goodness it’s Friday, because that means Friday FUN! Come join us every Friday night Fall through Spring for a hike, craft, dinner, and movie! Dinner included.
Wreath Making Saturday, December 3 • 5 - 8pm Pinecone Kid’s Center Price: $35 Ages 4 and up! 2-3 with CIT Join in the festivities as we make holiday inspired wreaths to hang in your home or gift to a loved one!
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Cookie & Ornament Decorating Saturday, December 10 • 5 - 8pm Pinecone Kid’s Center Price: $35
Tree Lighting Party Saturday, December 17 • 5 - 8pm Pinecone Kid’s Center Price: $35 Ages 4 and up! 2-3 with CIT Join us for our annual tree lighting celebration where we will put up a small tree in the Recreation Centers and decorate it with our uniquely crafted creations!
Annual Ugly Sweater Party Friday, December 23 • 5 - 8pm Pinecone Kid’s Center Price: $35 (Dinner included) Ages 4 and up! 2-3 with CIT Bring your ugliest sweater or join us in making one! You provide the sweater, we provide the paint.
Ages 4 and up! 2-3 with CIT Help us decorate unique ornaments to hang on our tree and tasty treats to share with all!
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Nerf Night Thursday, December 29 • 5 - 8pm Pinecone Kid’s Center Price: $35 (Dinner included) Ages 7+ (Babysitters available for ages 6 and under) Bring your best Nerf Blasters! Our staff will set up multiple games for you and all of your friends to show off your tactical skills and blasting techniques. HOLIDAY HANG OUTS December 27 - 30 • 10am - 3pm Pinecone Kid’s Center Price: See Kid’s Camp for price details (Lunch included) Ages 4 and up! 2-3 with CIT Join us for winter themed crafts & activities. Bring warm snow clothes because if the weather allows, we will spend time out on the sled runs, build snowmen, have snowball fights and more!
WINTER BREAK FIELD TRIPS December 27 - 30 • 10am - 3pm Meet at Aspen Rec Room Price: Dependent on field trip (Lunch included.) Ages 7+. Bring the kids up this December for Winter break for some new and exciting off-property field trips. Please bring warm clothes depending on the weather!
Tuesday, December 27 Canyon Coaster Snow Tube Wednesday, December 28 Bearizona Thursday, December 29 Nordic Center Snow Shoe
Friday, December 30 Jay Lively Ice Skating
Kid’s Rockin’ NYE Party Saturday, December 31 6pm - 12:30am Pinecone Kid’s Center Price: $70
Sundae Night Sunday, January 1, 2023 • 5 - 8pm Pinecone Kid’s Center Price: $35/kid (Dinner included) Ages 4 and up! 2-3 with CIT Join us for an evening filled with unique themed crafts and a movie, plus a special ice cream sundae party to ring in the New Year!
Ages 4 and up! (2-3 with a CIT) Join us for the Kid’s Rockin’ NYE Party where there will be goodie bags, ice cream treats, organized games at the Rec. Center, the New Year’s countdown and MORE!
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RECREATION
SIGN UP FOR RECREATION TEXT ALERTS TEXT “ FHGCKIDS ” TO 40691
Ensure that your text doesn’t auto-correct to put a space between the letters. It has to be an exact match!
Sledfest Pop Up Events FREE Spontaneous w/ Member text Time: Info sent in Member text Family Rec Center
NYE Shuttles to Pinecone Drop Saturday, December 31 6pm - 1:30am
Ages 4 and up! 2-3 with CIT Meet at the Family Rec Center for hot chocolate and treats** before heading out to the sledding hill (End of Meadow Driving Range).
Shuttles leaving approximately every hour Price: $10 per person, per way
*Program is dependent upon the weather! We need 1ft of snow minimum to sled, solid base for snowmobile rides.
Call the Recreation Center to schedule a shuttle to Downtown Flagstaff for the Pinecone Drop! Spots limited!
**Additional cost for hot cocoa and treats may be applicable**
Christmas Tree Delivery & Removal Service
Holiday Babysitting Prices December 20 - 23 $18/hour*
Leave the holiday tree hauling to the Recreation Department! All you need to do is pick out a tree from one of our local shops, and we can pick it up and drive it home! We can also haul it away once the holiday’s have passed. Call the Recreation Department for more details!
December 26 - 30 $19/hour*
Shuttles to Snowbowl Date & time based on Member request & availability $40/hour plus $0.75/mile Meet at the Meadow Clubhouse The Winter Season is upon us! With Snowbowl opening we are beginning our Shuttles to Snowbowl! Take the hassle out of traveling up the mountain and let us do the driving. Shuttles must be requested at least 72 hours in advance to ensure availability. Shuttles limited daily! Book now to reserve your shuttle up to the slopes!
December 31 $20/hour*
January 1 $19/hour*
* Add $2 for every additional kid (additional $5 every hour after midnight)
Local Christmas Tree Shops: Viola’s off 89A
(928) 526-0202
Warner’s off Butler (928) 774-1983 Allen’s Christmas Tree Lot (928) 853-1419
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RECREATION
Learn more about the history of Concierge Services and what SCAN THE QR CODE
SCHEDULE SERVICE!
CONCIERGE SERVICES
is available for our members.
DAILY • 9AM-5PM
NOW LOCATED IN THE FITNESS CENTER
Our concierge services can’t be beat for convenience and ease of use! We can handle your needs including access to your home.
Services Offered: • Grocery Shopping, Sanitizing & Delivery • Pine Needle Raking/Bagging • Weed whacking/pulling • Debris Removal • Furniture Movings • Deck Power washing
NEW
• House Cleaning Service • Dog Walking/Pet Sitting • Landscape Design Service (more info on next page)
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PRICES
Please allow 24 - 48 to acquire availability for your request. Forest Highlands Recreation cannot fill concierge requests within 24 hours.
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RECREATION
CONCIERGE SERVICES
Daily • 9am - 5pm
LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICE It's not too late! There are a few openings left for winter Landscape Design Service at Forest Highlands. As the Forest Highlands Horticulturist, Maricel Causer offers winter, Landscape Design and conceptual plans through the Recreation Department. She considers herself a boutique Landscape Designer, offering conceptual, hand-drawn designs. Services include: plant selection, layout and oversight from concept to completion. You will be provided hand drawn perspective designs, plant lists and she will coordinate the implementation of landscape projects with The FH Design Review Committee, Landscape Contractors and/or Landscape Architects. Limited spaces are available for winter design services. Call the Recreation Department (928-525-9792) or email at recprogramsfhgc.com to schedule a quick consultation to determine if our services are right for you. If you are unable to be on property for your consultation, she is able to video call members while on site for consultations you cannot be present for. We look forward to creating your joyful landscapes.
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RECREATION
CONCIERGE SERVICES
SCHEDULE SERVICE!
Daily • 9am - 5pm
2022-2023 SNOW REMOVAL
Option #4: Path List OPTION #4: PATH LIST
Option #3: One Time Service OPTION #3: ONE TIME SERVICE
You will have the opportunity to schedule on a one-time basis, but we will not be accepting emergency calls. Snow Removal service will be by appointment only, and you will not be guaranteed a spot by the time requested. $85/hour with an hour minimum every time we clear your driveway.
If you would like a path to your front door cleared for a Security House watch, it will be $35/hour with a one-hour minimum.
Please allow 24 - 48 to acquire availability for your request. Forest Highlands Recreation cannot fill concierge requests within 24 hours.
Call the Recreation Department at (928) 525-9792 today to confirm your spot, spots fill up quickly!
CONCIERGE FEES All Concierge Service charges are payable through your membership account. Please do not pay cash to Concierge Staff. CANCELLATIONS/BOOKING There will be a half charge if the reservation is NOT canceled 12 hours before the reserved service time. All requests MUST be submitted 24-48 hours in advance to ensure proper staffing.
DAY OF CONCIERGE FEE Any requests that are met with less than 24 hours notice will incur a “Day of Request Fee”
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FITNESS AND SPA FITNESS
GROUP FITNESS
PERSONAL TRAINING
FLEX ROOM SCHEDULE DECEMBER
REGISTER
Whether your goal is general health, injury
Please be sure to always check the location of your class and be sure to register online for all classes and cancel within 24 hours when possible. Classes with 0 sign ups will be canceled by 5pm the night before.
rehabilitation, weight loss, flexibility, or strength gains, we are here to guide you in reaching your goals safely and effectively. Contact Bianca Langrick for inquiries: blangrick@fhgc.com or call 928-525-5223
You can also sign up for text messages for Fitness and Spa updates, by texting fhgcfitness to 40691.
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
Thursday, December 22 9am Body Sculpt with Veronica 10:15am Intermediate Flow Yoga with Michael Friday, December 23 9am Cardio Boxing with Kathy 10:15am Reformer/Mat Circuit - CANCELED
Saturday, December 24 CLOSED
Sunday, December 25 CLOSED
December 26 - 31 All classes on regular schedule!
2022 PACKAGE POLICY REMINDER All packages must be used by December 31st, 2022 or they will expire.
JACUZZI HOURS OF OPERATION Towels are located in the Pool Host Stand. Dispose of used towels at “Dirty Towel Bins” located at the Pool Deck entrance & exit. Pets are not allowed on the Pool Deck, except if they are leashed at the temporary dog parking zone available at the Peaks Café (Recreation Center) from 7 – 9am if picking up coffee or breakfast to go. 8am - 8pm DAILY
Smoking is prohibited on the pool deck.
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FITNESS AND SPA
Spa SERVICES
SPA MENU
FORETEES
AVAILABLE DAILY!
Book a session in one of our spa treatment rooms, or in the comfort of your home, by calling the Recreation Center, or you can login to your Foretees account and click on “Book a Spa Treatment”. We require a minimum 24 hours advance notice for bookings and cancellations.
Give your body some much needed recovery with a massage or rehydrate your skin by treating yourself to a facial! CHECK OUT OUR WINTER SPECIALS, ONLY VALID UNTIL DEC 31st 2022.
• $20 off a 60 min massage or facial = $75 per treatment • $25 off a 90 min massage or facial = $115 per treatment • Bundle 60min massage and 60 min facial = $145
HOLIDAY HOURS: THE SPA WILL BE CLOSED ON DEC 24TH AND 25TH
DECEMBER MASSAGE SCHEDULE Jene: Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 10am-5pm Patricia: Fridays and Saturdays 10am-4pm Collin: Mondays and Tuesdays 9am-4pm Toni: Wednesdays 12pm-5pm and Thursdays 11am-5pm
As a courtesy to other members and our spa staff, we kindly request that you cancel appointments if you are not feeling well. Please stay home if you are sick, and let’s all do our part to keep everyone healthy!
DECEMBER FACIAL SCHEDULE Gabi: Sundays 11am-4pm Iga: Tuesdays 9am-5pm
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SECURITY
ROAD CONDITIONS & WEATHER FOR FLAGSTAFF
While Security monitors and provides road conditions for Forest Highlands, it is difficult to keep up on highways/interstates conditions leading to Flagstaff. If you are not aware of road and weather conditions, below are a few resources to help with road conditions and weather forecasts:
• Arizona road conditions can be obtained by calling 511 or the internet, www.az511.gov/traffic
• National Weather Service visit www.weather.gov/flagstaff
SPEED LIMIT ENFORCMENT PLEASE MAINTAIN YOUR VEHICLE SPEED Speed limits within Forest Highlands are consistent with residential speed limit standards. In Forest Highlands the only road with a 35 MPH speed limit is Forest Highlands Drive, which spans from the Security Gatehouse to the mailroom. At the mailroom, the speed limit is reduced to 15 MPH because of the congestion and there is a golf cart path crossing.
Security monitors 911 dispatches and responds to emergencies for the purpose of supporting emergency first responders and members/guest/employees. If you have questions or want to provide information to Security, below are contact options: Security Gatehouse: 928-525-9090 Email: security@fhgc.com
Recently there has been discussion in the community about radar cameras used to enforce speed limits, with mostly positive comments. In summary, data indicates the radar cameras are having a positive impact for community safety. Below is information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and pertains to vehicle stopping distances. Keep in mind the information is based on level ground, good weather, properly working vehicle equipment and attentive drivers.
Jim Barquin, Director of Security jbarquin@fhgc.com or 928 - 525-5290
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CALL 911
20 MPH 63 feet stopping distance 30 MPH 119 feet stopping distance 40 MPH 164 feet stopping distance 55 MPH 265 feet stopping distance
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SECURITY
CONSIDERING HOUSEWATCH LEADING INTO THE WINTER MONTHS? If you are considering House Watch, please email Security at security@fhgc.com . Below is a snapshot of the program:
Weekly House Watch visits include: • Check security of doors, windows, and locks • Check water heater for correct temperature setting • Check on or off status of water
• Check house temperature and heat setting • Check for water leaks or storm damage • Check alarm transmission ability • Exterior perimeter check of structure • Perform reasonable special instructions • Notify the homeowner of any discrepancies
KEEPING YOUR HOME SAFE IN THE WINTER
Turn water off in your home and drain the pipes. After draining the pipes close the faucets.
Some Members turn water off at the street. While this is preferred by some, locating outside valves during the snow season results in challenges (including jeopardizing safety) for home owners and Forest Highlands employees.
Set thermostats at 55, it is good for appliances and prevents freezing of pipes if water remains in the pipe.
Turn hot water heaters to vacation or low (keep them lit).
Unplug recirculating pumps
Leave sink cabinet doors open
Lock doors and windows
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REALTY
Sell your home with the #1 team DEDICATED TO FOREST HIGHLANDS
THE FOREST HIGHLANDS GROUP HAS OFFICIALLY COMBINED WITH OUR “SISTER” BROKERAGE IN THE VALLEY, SILVERLEAF REALTY. THESE TWO SUCCESSFUL GROUPS HAVE ALWAYS WORKED UNDER THE SAME OWNERSHIP GROUP AND BENEFITED FROM THEIR FAMILY TIES. HOWEVER, THIS RECENT REORGANIZATION ALLOWS THE FOREST HIGHLANDS GROUP TO SHARE THE EXTRAORDINARY DATABASE OF LUXURY BUYERS AND COMBINE MARKETING EFFORTS WITH THESE VETERAN VALLEY-BASED AGENTS. YOUR FOREST HIGHLANDS GROUP HAS NOT CHANGED IN ANY WAY AS IT RELATES TO OUR COMMITMENT TO THE FOREST HIGHLANDS COMMUNITY. WE ARE YOUR DEDICATED TEAM AT THE GATES OF THE COMMUNITY. SERVICING NOT ONLY OUR OWN LISTINGS BUT PROVIDING SUPPORT FOR THE OUTSIDE BROKER COMMUNITY. WE ACCOMPANY EVERY BUYER TO EVERY SHOWING. WE FINANCIALLY SUPPORT EVERY CLUB EVENT INCLUDING YEARLY SPONSORSHIPS OF THE FOREST HIGHLANDS FOUNDATION. IF YOU ARE CONSIDERING SELLING OR BUYING A HOME OR HAVE FRIENDS OR FAMILY IN THE MARKET, PLEASE KEEP US IN MIND. WE PROVIDE LUXURY SERVICE AT EVERY PRICE POINT AND WOULD LOVE TO HELP YOU.
2022 Forest Highlands Sales
CALL A FOREST HIGHLANDS GROUP AGENT TODAY TO FIND OUT WHAT YOUR PROPERTY IS WORTH!
SHAWN LANE SALES ASSOCIATE 928-220-0261
TODD CERNOHOUS SALES ASSOCIATE 623-262-8701
KHYL CLEMENSHAW SALES ASSOCIATE 810-602-1746
FORESTHIGHLANDSGROUP.COM | 928.556.8606 1098 FOREST HIGHLANDS DRIVE FLAGSTAFF, AZ 86005
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