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VOLUME 31 - ISSUE 4

MAY 2024

FOREST HIGHLANDS ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER

Pines

IN THE

Leadership

2 6

Recreation 18 Fitness & Spa 24 Racquets 26

Security

30 32 36

Dining

Club News

Golf

Realty

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LEADERSHIP

WHAT OUR MEMBERS ARE SAYING...

Doug Sutter, General Manager/COO Dave Stearns, Board President

Dear Fellow Members,

Fitness Classes and Spa Great team!

Spring is finally here, and what a beautiful time to be in Forest Highlands! In preparation for a busy summer season, our leadership team spent a considerable amount of time reviewing and planning for the year during our Annual Board Retreat on April 26th – 27th. Each department presented their action plan for 2024, and I can confidently say, on behalf of the board, that this will be the best season yet.

Club Excellent experience since 2003. Great people, facilities, and golf Best 36 holes of golf in Arizona. Great family community.

The tour included an overview of the operations and facilities for all of Forest Highlands, including the newly expanded Public Works and the Water & Wastewater facilities, Security, both clubhouses, both maintenance facilities, both pro shops, the fitness center, recreation facilities, and our Administration offices. It is amazing how much work is involved in running

Recreation Great help from Erin and Annie for our winter program. Programs for children are excellent.

Covered Bridge Pavilion

Security The FHGC Security Team are always pleasant and very helpful when we have requests for contractor access, pest control services and thermostat heating settings during the winter months.

our small city and how much energy the people in charge of it have. We are very fortunate to have such a skilled group of people managing our community.

Golf season is almost upon us! We are diligently preparing for the 2024 Golf Course Opening, and we anticipate the Meadow Course opening on May 3rd-5th, Canyon Course on May 10th-12th, and both courses being open for summer on May 15th. The Greens & Golf committee officially shared the new mission statement, aiming to elevate the Canyon Course to Top 100 status by 2027. Strategies discussed included increased attention to detail, hosting golf raters, improving agronomic programs, better supporting golf department staff, involving the department in maintenance, member engagement, and

Reliability, trustworthiness, and ease of use for their services.

Timely service and a follow-up phone call to confirm. Thanks!

Tennis Pavilion

We love hearing from our members, if you’d like to provide feedback please do so by emailing info@fhgc.com

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LEADERSHIP

implementing USGA recommendations.The Greens Committee will be hosting a BBQ on May 10th, 2024, at the Canyon Course Maintenance Center to appreciate the Agronomy Team and share details on the Top 100 By 2027 Mission. Some of the more specific areas the leaders are finishing up on: Miguel Parra and his team are working on the road repair projects which are scheduled to be done in May. There has been great progress in refurbishing the patio and golf furniture, window cleaning, street sweeping, and trail maintenance has been planned.The Utilities Department is focused on preparing the wastewater treatment plant, the collection system, and water distribution system. There was a slight delay in the 300k gallon influent tank due to the application approval process, but it is not holding up any work with the potable water tank construction. The Meadow Clubhouse/Recreation Center Audio/Visual Project has been successfully completed. Progress on the Tennis Pavilion Project is impressive! We anticipate completion by the end of May, with hopes of opening the court to Members as soon as they are done with the resurfacing. The Restroom Pavilion Project also had some enhancements which we are excited for. Lastly, the WWT Structure Roof Repair Project is nearing completion and is expected to finish within the next few weeks. This will be a busy season, and we will include as many events as possible in the Calendar of Events. However, please be sure to always check the website and the Voice in the Pines for the most updated information.

Water Tank 4

Looking forward to a wonderful summer season.

Dave Stearns President on behalf of the Forest Highlands Board of Directors Dave Stearns

WWT Roof Repair

NOTICE OF JOINT ANNUAL MEETING OF MEMBERS Sunday, June 2, 2024 • 3pm Canyon Clubhouse Pursuant to the bylaws of The Forest Highlands Association, a quorum of 25 Members other than members of the Board of Directors is required for the meeting. There are no ballot issues or matters to be voted upon at the Annual Meeting other than approval of the minutes. Therefore, absentee ballots are not being solicited for this meeting.

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LEADERSHIP

CLUBSTER IS LIVE!

WELCOME TO CLUBSTER! You should have recently received an email invitation to join the Forest Highlands Clubster! Just accept your invitation, sign up and create your own Clubster account. That’s it. Now just sit back and keep up with all club news and activities 24/7, by accessing Clubster daily on your computer, iPhone, Android, iPad or Tablet. Most importantly, Clubster is private, no advertising, no third-party access and no data mining! Stay Connected: Clubster is a social media platform for sharing club updates, events, special occasions, and important information. Rest assured, you will continue to receive updates via email and the Voice in the Pines, as you did previously. However, for a more engaging and interactive experience, we encourage you to create a Clubster account and explore our Clubster profile where you can control email and mobile push notifications to your liking. Our adoption of Clubster aims to enhance your membership experience, and we appreciate your patience as we familiarize ourselves with all its incredible features. Features Overview: Add Friends: Clubster has a Friend feature, where you can send Friend Requests to fellow members you wish to connect with on Clubster. Once a fellow member accepts your Friend Request, you can share posts and comments, including photos and videos. Create Personal Groups: Clubster has a Personal Group feature, where you can create groups of your friends on Clubster and create group posts and comments between members of the group. You can only add friends to your Personal Group. Other Clubster Features: Clubster is a private mobile communication and resources app used by hundreds of Private Clubs around the world. Club members that are members of multiple private clubs can simply link their Clubster account to any other participating clubs on Clubster.

CLICK THE BUTTON OR SCAN THE QR CODE TO DOWNLOAD

If you need any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact Julie Sterner. Julie can be reached at 928-525-5212 or jsterner@fhgc.com.

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JUICE WITH THE GM Wed. May 22 • 9-9:30am Tennis Pavilion Start your day off right by joining our new General Manager, Doug Sutter, for a refreshing morning beverage and a chat about all things Forest Highlands. Whether you prefer juice or coffee, come sit down and connect with Doug at our inaugural ‘First Juice with the GM for 2024’ event. It’s the perfect opportunity to get to know Doug and share your thoughts about our community.

Instructions: Add Friends: To send Friend Requests to fellow members, just go to your club page and from the club menu click on Club Members to see a list of all Club Members. There you can click “Request Friendship” to send a Friend Request. You can always view your Friends list on your My Friends page. To accept a Friend Request, just click “Accept” when you see the Friend Request appear on your Clubster home page. To share posts with your Friends on Clubster, just click on “Create Status Update” from your home page and add your text and photos, then click Publish. You can even upload and share YouTube videos. Create Personal Groups: To create a Personal Group, just go to your Manage Account, and click “Create Personal Group. Give your group a name and a description and click “Save”. To add friends to your Personal Group, just go your My Clubs & Groups page, and click on the group, then click “Group Administration”, then in the group admin menu, click “Manage Group Members”, then click “Add Members from your Friends List”, then check the members you wish to add, then click “Add Selected Friends”.

DID YOU KNOW?....

To share group posts, from your group page, click “Create Group Post”, add your text and photos and even upload YouTube videos as well, then click Publish.

If you click on the names in the header, it will take you directly to the webpage? Additionally, if you click on the Footer will take you back to the contents page.

There are many helpful videos under the Club Resources menu. Scroll to Clubster Videos and select your topic. If you need any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact Julie Sterner. Julie can be reached at 928-525-5212 or jsterner@fhgc.com.

COMMUNICATIONS

The communications department is dedicated to ensuring that our members stay well-informed.

For any suggestions or if you have encountered any issues with receiving emails, please feel free to contact us at info@fhgc.com .

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DINING

MEADOW OPENING WEEKEND

Reservations 952.525.5205

RESERVATION REMINDER Please remember that dining reservations can ONLY be made one week in advance, and once seated at your table you must order within 30 minutes. This is to give everyone the same opportunity to use the dining facilities throughout the summer.

FRIDAY, MAY 3 – SUNDAY, MAY 5 Sandtrap Opens for the Season Meadow Lunch • 11am – 3pm Meadow Dinner • 5 – 8:30pm

MEADOW MENUS

FRIDAY, MAY 10 – SATURDAY, MAY 11 Canyon Opening Weekend (Mother’s Day Weekend) Hole 1 Café Opens for the Season • 8am – 3pm Stonehouse Opens for the Season

Canyon Lunch • 11am – 3pm Canyon Dinner • 5 – 8:30pm Meadow Dinner • 5 – 8:30pm

REGULAR SEASON DINING SCHEDULE Begins Monday, May 20. Meadow weekly themed dinners start on Tuesday, May 21

SUNDAY, MAY 12

Mother’s Day Brunch at the Canyon • 10am – 2pm Meadow Lunch • 11am – 3pm Meadow Dinner • 5 – 8:30pm

Tuesdays - Taco Tuesday Wednesdays - ALL NEW Asian night! (Details to come!)

Thursdays - Burger Night Fridays - Seafood Night Saturdays - Pizza & Pastabilities

THE DAILY DINING SCHEDULE IS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT MEMBERS.FHGC.COM OR KEEP AND EYE ON YOUR EMAIL FOR UPDATES

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH Sunday, May 12 • 10am- 2pm Canyon Clubhouse Adults $79.95 | Kids $29.95

Celebrate Mom with a festive dining experience and a delectable meal — the perfect way to express your gratitude and appreciation. Featuring live music from guitarist Brian David!

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THE PEAKS CAFÉ & BAGEL SHOP Saturdays & Sundays 8am - 10:30am in the Peaks Café at the Family Rec Center (Meadow) Opening date Saturday, May 25

FOREST HIGHLANDS DINING OPTIONAL GRATUITY POLICY There are no service charge fees on food and beverage purchases in any of our food outlets. The service staff is paid a sufficient hourly rate that does not require being supplement by additional gratuities. The optional gratuity line will remain on the chits for those members who feel that exceptional service warrants a specific server to receive a tip that is over and above their hourly wage, however it is entirely optional and not expected.”

HOLE ONE CAFÉ Daily • 8am - 3pm

Canyon Clubhouse Patio Opening date Friday, May 10

Orders must be placed by Fridays at 4pm. 928.525.1100.

Dine on the patio with a full breakfast, or grab and go one of our delicious and filling breakfast or lunch items. Counter service available, no reservations necessary.

DOUBLE SCOOP ICE CREAM SHOPPE

Sundays - Thursdays • 11am - 5pm Fridays - Saturdays • 11am - 8pm Opening date Friday, May 24 It’s our very own ice cream shoppe! Open daily so come on over on a hot afternoon or enjoy an after dinner treat! HIGHLANDS GRILL Mondays - Sundays • 11am - 5pm Opening date Friday, May 24

PEAKS CAFÉ Daily • 7am - 11am Café Coffee Shop

in the Family Rec Center Opening date Friday, May 24

DINING ALERTS To stay current on dining activities, join the Dining Department on Clubster for the latest menus and event updates.

2024 EVENT REGISTRATIONS • Registration for the BBQs, the Taste of Forest Highlands, and the majority of our 2024 events will open on Friday, May 3 at 9am. • The Taste of Forest Highlands will only accept member reservations on May 3. Guest reservations will open Friday, May 10 at 9am. • Registration for Chef Eddie’s Cooking Classes will open 30 days prior to the event date.

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DINING

SATURDAY, MAY 25

CANYON

Hole 1 Café

• 8am - 3pm • 11am - 3pm • 5 - 8:30pm

Lunch Dinner

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IS HERE! MAY 24TH - MAY 27TH

MEADOW

Brunch Dinner

• 8am - 3pm

• 5 - 8:30pm (Pizza & Pastabilities)

SUNDAY, MAY 26

FRIDAY, MAY 24

CANYON

Hole 1 Café

• 8am - 3pm • 11am - 3pm

CANYON

Lunch

Hole 1 Café • 8am - 3pm Lunch • 11am - 3pm 1st Cooldown • 5 - 8pm Dinner • 5 - 8:30pm

MEADOW

Brunch

• 8am - 2pm

MONDAY, MAY 27

COOLDOWN Friday, May 24 • 5 - 8pm Canyon Driving Range

CANYON

Hole 1 Café • 8am - 3pm Lunch • 9am - 5pm Dinner

The party that starts the weekend is back! Our popular Friday Night Cooldown on the Canyon Driving Range features a unique variety of small plates available for purchase and drink specials. For the Memorial Weekend Cooldown we will have live music from the Mother Road Trio. No reservations required, just come join the fun!

• 5pm - 8:30pm (Tapas Night) NEW

Come try smaller plates from our Canyon Dining Menu to share and taste with family and friends! It’s a great night for friends and family and to sample many of the chef’s features!

MEADOW

Holiday Brunch • 8am - 3pm

TUESDAY, MAY 28 CLUBHOUSE DARK DAY

MEADOW

To give our amazing staff a chance to recover from the holiday weekend, both Clubhouses will not offer ala carte dining on Tuesday, May 28th. Hole 1 Café, Stonehouse, Highlands Grill and the Meadow Snack Shack will be open their regular hours.

Lunch Dinner

• 11am - 3pm

• 5 - 8:30pm (Seafood Night)

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PATIO PREFERRED SEATING AUCTION Patio Preferred Seating Auction begins May 12th. If you are interested in reserved patio seating during our Memorial Day BBQ, please come to the Canyon or call the Canyon Concierge and give your name, member number, number of seats you are requesting (no more than 10 per entry), and your auction dollar amount. We will start taking bids at 9:00am on Sunday, May 12th. Bidding will end on Wednesday, May 22nd at 5pm. We will select the highest bids until all tables are sold out. Winners will be notified no later than Friday, May 24th. HOLIDAY BBQ TENT SEATING All seating under the tent will be reserved seating. Each table seats 10 people and can be reserved for $100. We will have 16 tables available. If there are still tent tables available on the day of the BBQ, seats will be available for purchase for $10 per seat. The registration tent will have all of the seating options available that day. Pre-purchase can be done by calling the Canyon Clubhouse; 928-525- 1100. We will begin to take reservations at 9am on May 12th. GENERAL BBQ SEATING Early arrival for event lawn seating will begin at 3pm with the event starting at 4pm. Entrance to the BBQ to save tables will not be open uptil 3pm. This allows our staff the time to set up!

MEMORIAL DAY BBQ Sunday, May 26 • 4 - 7pm Canyon Driving Range Band plays 4:30 - 8pm

Let the festivities begin and usher in the summer spirit at our annual Memorial Day Barbecue! Discover the culinary delights that Chef Eddie has prepared for the club this season, all while soaking in the lively atmosphere accompanied by some

fantastic live music from the Raun Alosi Band. We can’t wait to kick off another fantastic season!

Early Bird Through May 18

Week of May 19- 25

Day of May 26

Adults

$59.95

$65.95

$69.95

Kids 9-12 $20.95

$24.95

$28.95

Kids 5 - 8 $15.95

$19.95

$23.95

Kids 4 & under are no charge, but we ask that you still register them so we have an idea of how many guests we should expect!

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DINING

SAVE THE DATES Reservations Required

TASTE OF FOREST HIGHLANDS Saturday, June 8 • 5:30pm Canyon Driving Range

FATHER’S DAY DINNER & MUSIC ON THE LAWN Sunday, June 16 • 5 - 8:30pm Canyon Clubhouse Reservations open May 19 Adults $ 79.95 | Kids $29.95 Continue the celebration by taking dad out to dinner, then enjoy blues classics with some spicy horns and tasty grooves with live music from the Sir Harrison Band! Get ready for a great evening with this blues- rock band.

Join us for the quintessential summer celebration, our flagship food and wine event! Indulge in a feast of exquisite culinary creations as you partake in a tasting experience that showcases over 350 wines from around the world, and an expanded bourbon and whiskey tasting. Limited space available. Registration opens at 9am on May 3 for MEMBERS only. Guest registration opens at 9am on May 10.

FATHER’S DAY BRUNCH Sunday, June 16 • 8am - 3pm Meadow Clubhouse Reservations open May 19 Adults $59.95 | Kids $21.95 Kick off Father’s Day at our Father’s Day Brunch! Begin your day with a fantastic spread of breakfast and lunch options, along with some delightful dad-inspired treats.

WHAT OUR MEMBERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE MEADOW DINING ROOM...

The staff is terrific, and the food is always wonderful. Ambience is great - friendly, warm, and inviting.

WINE LOCKERS AVAILABLE Forest Highland’s wine club is currently full, however we still have a limited number of wine lockers available. All wine locker rentals include a wine club membership. Wine cannot be brought into the dining rooms without a wine club membership. Currently we have a limited number of 18-24 bottle wine lockers available for an annual fee of $400 per year. Contact Mark Thomas if you are interested in renting a wine locker. mthomas@fhgc.com.

Good food and good service!

We had the pleasure of having Selene as our server recently. In fact, I think we may have been one of her first tables. She is a great addition to what is already a superstar serving team. The Meadow team rocks!

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FOUNDATION

MONDAY, JULY 8

SATURDAY, JULY 13

Get ready to swing into action and rock the greens at the Annual Denise Martinez Memorial Pro-Am Tournament! This electrifying event isn’t just about golf—it’s about making a difference in the greater Flagstaff community through the Forest Highlands Foundation! Our Foundation is dedicated to harnessing the incredible generosity of the Forest Highlands community and directing it toward the Flagstaff non-profit organizations that efficiently and effectively serve our neighbors in need. Get ready for a Rock ‘n Roll time like no other! Save the date and join us for an unforgettable day of golf and making a positive impact in our community! See you on the greens!

Help us celebrate 25 years of giving back to the Flagstaff community at the 2024 Forest Highlands Foundation Gala, our first to be held since 2019! Join us for an elegant cocktail reception and dinner at the Canyon Clubhouse. Bid on over 50 fabulous silent auction items and be there to participate in a live auction of amazing trips and other treasures. Truly a “not to be missed” event. If you’re feeling the spirit of giving and want to support this incredible event or contribute directly to the Foundation, just a click away stands the gateway to generosity! Click below to join us in our mission to uplift our community! Every donation, big or small, fuels our efforts to create positive change and spread hope.

If you would like to make a gift, volunteer or learn more about the Forest Highlands Foundation click here.

Over its 25 years, the Foundation has given grants exceeding to Flagstaff area charitable organizations. $7 MILLION

DID YOU KNOW?....

In January 2024, the Foundation was granted 501 (c) 3 status enabling Forest Highlands members to make tax-deductable gifts directly to

DONATE

the non-profit entity. Founded in 1999, the Foundation will be celebrating its 25th Anniversary this summer.

The 2023 Foundation Report may be found here > > >

The Foundation will be hosting an Anniversary Gala to celebrate the milestone on July 13, 2024 in the Canyon Clubhouse.

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GOLF

2024 GOLF STAFF

We are excited to welcome back several returning staff members for the 2024 season, as well as a few new staff members!

UPCOMING EVENTS Registration is open unless otherwise noted.

Matt Bailey, PGA Director of Golf Sarah Johnson, Meadow Manager

Steven Mauser, PGA Head Golf Professional Justin Klemballa, PGA Director of Instruction Nick Mekus, First Assistant Chris Ohm, PGA Assistant Golf Professional John Petersen, Assistant Golf Professional Corban Everingham, Assistant Golf Professional John Michael Pilot, Assistant Golf Professional Zach Osborne, Assistant Golf Professional Dalton Wiese, Assistant Golf Professional Beau Bremer, Junior Golf Leader Kelly Koopman, Merchandise Assistant Camlyn Rees, Merchandise Assistant Sheena Lev, Merchandise Assistant Sara de Silva Vieira, Merchandise Assistant

May 16 Ladies’ Guest Day at Canyon

May 20 Men’s Guest Day at Canyon

May 21 Men’s Guest Day at Meadow

May 30 Ladies’ Opening Day at Canyon - registration opens May 16

June 1 Men’s Individual Match Play brackets released - registration open

June 1 Men’s Team Match Play-Mandatory Round 1

SOFT OPENING PLAN

May 3-5: Meadow course open May 6-9: Both courses closed for maintenance, Meadow range open May 10-12: Canyon course open, Meadow range open May 13-14: Both courses closed for maintenance, Meadow range open May 15: Both courses open for the season

From May 6-14, the Meadow course will be closed, but the driving range will remain open. Each day, starting at 11am, the Meadow range will be set up as a par 3 course. Come test out your short game skills to get ready for the summer season!

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GOLF

ADVANCED TEE TIMES

Now 7 days a week!

**New email address: att@fhgc.com** NEW EMAIL ADDRESS: ATT@FHGC.COM

Every Membership account will have 2 Advance Tee Time requests which can be made during the 202 4 golf season. The ATT program allows members to request a tee time up to 14 days in advance, by email rather than Foretees, any day of the week. The Golf Shop will reserve 10 tee times per day (5 at Canyon, 5 at Meadow) Monday - Friday, on the hour from 10am to 2pm. For Weekends and Holidays (Saturday, Sunday and Holiday Monday’s), ATTs will be limited to 6 times per day (3 per course) beginning at noon, guest restrictions still apply. Requests can only be made via email to: ATT@fhgc.com beginning at 7am sharp, 14 days or less in advance of the requested tee time. The request must list all 4 full names and identify status of each player - ie guest, immediate family guest, member, etc. and must include AT LEAST ONE GUEST’S NAME. If more requests are received than available ATTs, a waitlist will be created using the email timestamp. If ATTs remain available at the 7 day mark, they will be opened to the entire membership on Foretees. Further details and cancellation policy: Once an ATT is reserved, it may be cancelled up to 7 days before the date of play and released to the waitlist/ Foretees system and be used again at another time. If the ATT is cancelled or guest names are replaced with members between 1 and 7 days, the ATT is considered used. On the day of play any changes from Guest to member will result in the member being charged an accompanied Guest Fee of $150 per player. This should keep the ATT requests limited to those who deem it especially important.

MAJOR EVENT DATES June 12-14

Couples Invitational - registration open

June 21-23 July 15-18

Weiskopf Member Member - registration open

Ladies Swingfest - registration open

September 11-14 September 25-27

Men’s Highlander- lottery open from May 25-May 31, drawn June 1

Ponderosa Open - lottery open from June 8-14, drawn June 15

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GOLF

Meadow First Fairway Cut

#3 Meadow

GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE UPDATE

To begin, I’d like to explain some of our strategies and goals for this season and update you as to where we currently stand with maintenance and where we are headed for the summer. Our primary goals this year are twofold: We would like to focus our maintenance this season on exemplary attention to detail and a return to sound agronomic principles. Part of what makes these courses exceptional are the little things that are visible in the periphery. Straight posts, trimmed valve boxes and sprinkler heads, edged cart paths, trimmed trees, nice straight mowing lines, weed-free tees, and prompt cleanup of debris and trash. Of course, two other factors that contribute to our courses' greatness are turf conditions and playability. Our overarching goals this year are to have visually beautiful courses, outstanding turf conditions, and nothing to distract your peripheral vision. We don’t want anything out of place. We want your eyes to focus on golf and the beauty of our community. We want you to feel as if this place is one of a kind, which it is! This year, we are also launching a campaign to restore the Canyon Course to Top 100 status by 2027. Additionally, we aim to elevate the Meadow Course to its highest possible ranking, which should be at least within the Top 200 in the U.S. These are ambitious goals, but by renewing our focus on attention to detail and sound agronomic practices, we believe we are heading in the right direction. This season, thanks to some new fertilizer products, our fairways will be even more pristine than in years past. We will prioritize maintaining bunkers to enhance visual appeal while simultaneously improving turf health. We have removed some trees encroaching on teeing areas, which previously posed challenges for shot making. Furthermore, we will enhance walk paths and walk bridges to be more accommodating for push carts.

Watering #9 Canyon

Vertical Mowing Canyon

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GOLF

Justin Klemballa, PGA Director of Golf Instruction

2023 Southwest Section PGA Teacher of the Year Golf Digest’s Best in State Teachers since 2019 Golf Digest America’s Best Young Teachers since 2017

Operation 36 Top 50 Teacher since 2020 US Kids Golf Top 50 Kids Coach since 2017

GOLF INSTRUCTION PROGRAMS This year our resident golf instructor; Justin Klemballa is back for another summer season at Forest Highlands Golf Club. In addition to our much loved Operation 36, he has developed two NEW programs to help you improve.

Straightening Crooked Tees

The programs offered this season in as follows:

Our efforts on practice areas, particularly teeing areas, will be intensified to ensure they remain clean and lush, leaving a stunning first impression on your experience. Look out for two upcoming construction projects in early May: a tee leveling project starting on May 6th, which will level 13 different tees, and the replacement of damaged cart paths on the Meadow Course, also commencing on May 6th. We have high expectations for 2024 and a deep sense of pride in our past accomplishments and future potential. The Golf Course Maintenance staff's enthusiasm is at an all-time high as we kick off this spring. To get you excited for the upcoming season, I’ve included some photos showcasing our maintenance practices and spring improvements. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us, and we will do our best to assist you.

• NEW Junior Golf Development Program - Age-Specific This program uses a BRAND NEW approach to Junior Golf Development. It will involve more age-specific groups, 9-hole tournaments to allow juniors to experience REAL tournament conditions, and skill-based assessments and training. For more information CLICK the link below AND join an Orientation Meeting on May 27th at 1pm on the backside of the driving range of the Meadow (across from the sports park) • NEW Adult on- course Coaching Program - Shoot Lower Scores This program will help you shoot lower golf scores by working on better golf course strategy and helping students build custom purposeful practice plans. If you are open to a new way of learning this class is for you! Email Justin to arrange a zoom call to see if this is a great fit for you! • Operation 36 The Forest Highlands Operation 36 Academy is for Couples, Men, Women and Juniors (ages 7 and up). We use the Operation 36® framework to structure the program. It consists of Coaching, Playing, and Training programs and is designed to teach golfers to play the game from a hole out perspective. For more information CLICK the link below AND join an Orientation Meeting on on May 27th at 2pm on the backside of the driving range of the Meadow (across from the sports park). JUNE/JULY SEMESTER REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Click the button for more details or to sign-up >>>

GOLF INSTRUCTION PROGRAMS

Thank you, Bill Abbey

For more information on any of these 3 programs, please contact Justin Klemballa via email: justin.klemballa@gmail.com

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RECREATION

HOURS OF OPERATION FAMILY RECREATION CENTER Sunday - Thursday 9am -5pm Friday - Saturday 8am - 8pm

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS! Register online at member.fhgc.com or call 928-525-9792.

EVENT REGISTRATION

ALL EVENTS MAY BE REGISTERED ON THE MEMBERS ONLY WEBSITE. CLICK THE BUTTON ABOVE OR CALL THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT.

928-525-9792

ASPEN REC CENTER Sunday - Thursday

9am - 5pm 8am - 8pm

LAWN GAMES FREE Begins Thursday, May 23

Friday - Saturday

KIDS SATURDAY SLUMBER PARTY Saturday Nights (Spring, Fall, & Winter) (ends May 18) 5 - 8pm During Off Season

*Closed during programs*

Thurs. and Saturdays • 5:30-7:30pm Meadow Event Lawn

PINECONE KIDS CENTER Sunday - Thursday

Pinecone Kid’s Center $38/kid, AGP: $48/kid (Dinner included)

9am - 5pm 8am - 8pm

Fridays • 5:30-7:30pm Canyon Driving Range

Friday - Saturday

Kids *Closed during programs*

Ages 4+ Where kids can be kids! Kids can come run off their energy and play new games with us on the lawn while you enjoy dinner at the clubhouse each Thursday through Saturday night. Games like dodgeball, soccer, and all kinds of tag--plus calm activities like coloring--are available to keep the kids entertained for hours! Registration not required.

Ages 4+ (2-3 with CIT) Every Saturday night we’re having a slumber party but there won’t be any sleeping, just partying! Join us for a fun evening full of unique themed activities, crafts, pizza, and a movie! SPRING CAMP Saturdays in April - May (ends May 18) 10am - 3pm Pinecone Kid’s Center See Kid’s Camp for price details

KID/TEEN AND TWEEN PROGRAMS

KIDS FIESTA FRIDAYS Friday Nights (Spring, Fall, & Winter) (ends May 17) 5 - 8pm

Pinecone Kid’s Center $38/kid, AGP: $48/kid (Dinner included)

EXTENDED LAWN GAMES Begins Thursday, May 23

Thursdays and Saturdays Meadow Event Lawn

Ages 4+ (2-3 with CIT) Camp is sure to keep the kids entertained for the day! We do

Ages 4+ (2-3 with CIT) Every Friday is a fiesta at the Kid’s Center - come and join the party! Each event will include a short nature hike (weather permitting) followed by themed crafts, games, and a movie!

Fridays • 7:30-9pm Canyon Driving Range Price: $10/kid/hr

crafts, play games, visit the parks on property, and sometimes go on field trips. Lunch and snacks are provided. *Outdoor fun weather permitting*

Ages 4+ At 7:30pm, free Lawn

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RECREATION

Games ends and Extended Lawn Games begins! We’ll play outside until dusk, then keep the fun going inside until everyone is ready to head home! Registration recommended but not required. Minimum 4 children. If registration is below the minimum, pricing will be calculated according to Recreation babysitting rates.

All children must check in to the playspace with a parent, guardian, or babysitter. Any children who are potty trained may check in with a CIT (Counselor in Training) who has been certified by the Recreation Department. Contact Recreation in advance to book a babysitter or to get the approved CIT list. Registration recommended but not required.

Ages 7+ Ready, set, splat! Come ready to get dirty and blast your friends and foes in games like President Carter, Capture the Flag, and Team Deathmatch. **Be sure to wear long sleeves and long pants. We provide face masks and paintball blasters. Space is limited to 12 players so sign up early! Minimum sign up of 5 kids required. 24 hour cancellation is strictly enforced! A ½ charge will be billed to your member account if you do not cancel 24 hours in advance. Game on!

CASUAL CREW Begins Thursday, May 23

CREW NIGHT Begins Friday, May 24

Thursdays in Summer • 5:30-9pm Check-in at the Family Rec Center. Shuttle leaves Meadow promptly at 5:45pm.

Fridays in Summer • 5:30-9pm Meadow pickup 5:30pm (FRC) Canyon pickup 6pm (Canyon Roundabout) Shuttle leaves Canyon at 6:15pm

Price: $45 + Field Trip Fee AGP: $55 + Field Trip Fee

KIDS NINJA WARRIOR TOURNAMENT Saturday, May 25 • 6-9pm

Price: $45 + Field Trip Fee AGP: $55 + Field Trip Fee

Ages 10+ Want to spend an evening away from the younger kids, but you’re busy on Friday Crew Nights? No worries! This season we’re offering new Casual Crew Nights every Thursday, which will be similar to the traditional Friday Crew Nights, but with more casual types of activities like going to the movies or the mall! Dinner included. Limited seats available so sign up in advance to save your spot!

Pinecone Kid’s Center Price: $38, AGP: $48

Ages 10+ Want to get away from the younger kids and have some fun out in Flagstaff? Crew Night is hereto help! This season we are once again offering a shuttle from Forest Highlands every Friday Night during Cooldown for teens and tweens to get out on the town for fun activities like laser tag, bowling, rock climbing, and more! Get dropped off at the Meadow Clubhouse or we can pick you up right from the Cooldown! Dinner included. Limited seats available so sign up in advance to save your spot!

Ages 5 + It’s American Ninja Warrior: Forest Highlands Edition! Using strength and agility, move through obstacles and try to have the quickest time! Meet us at the Playground for an epic Kids Ninja Warrior Tournament. Dinner included. Minimum 6 kids to move forward with event

KIDDIE COOLDOWN FREE 2-3 years w/ adult supervision Begins Friday, May 24

BIKE CLUB May 27-31 • 2:30-4pm Aspen Rec Center Price: $20/kid, AGP: $30/kid

Fridays • 5:30-7:30pm Canyon Driving Range

PAINTBALL GALORE Begins Saturday, May 25

Ages 7+ All about bikes! Learn bike safety, ride bikes, play games, and more!

A special Lawn Games space, just for the littles! Bring your 2-3 year olds to play with special toddler-specific toys, games, and activities every Friday during the Canyon Cooldown!

Saturdays in Summers •3-5pm Meet at the Paintball Arena Price: $40/player, AGP: $50/player

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CIT Class (Counselor in Training) May Dates: May 19, May 29 • 2-4pm Aspen Rec Center Price: $30

SUMMER CAMPS Begins Thursday, May 23

Ages 10+ Interested in making some extra cash this summer? Counselors in Training assist Counselors with children 2-3 years old who are potty trained and want to attend our kid programs like Kid’s Camp and Lawn Games. Counselors are trained by the Recreation Staff and get first hand experience working with children. Once certified, a CIT makes anywhere from $4-5 an hour and is paid directly by the guardians of the child being watched. Parents will be required to briefly meet with the instructor after the class. Private CIT classes available upon request!

2024 CAMP PACKAGE PRICING

CIT RECERTIFICATION CLASS (Counselor in Training) May Dates: May 19, May 29 • 4-5pm Aspen Rec Center Price: $15

50 Package $2,400 ($48/camp) 30 Package $1,560 ($52/camp) 15 Package $810 ($54/camp) 10 Package $560 ($56/camp) 5 Package $290 ($58/camp) Single Day $70 (24 hr registration) Camp Packages Expire December 31st, 2024. All Packages are Non- Refundable & Non-Transferable.

Ages 10+ Keep your CIT skills sharp! All existing Counselors in Training are required to join us for a refresher course which will help CITs stay up to date on child care best practices, CIT program policies, and continue to be listed on the current season’s CIT List. Parents will be required to briefly meet with the instructor after the class. Private CIT Recertification classes available upon request! TEEN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Need volunteer hours for school, or just want to help give back to the community? Join Forest Highlands for teen volunteer opportunities throughout the summer, starting in May! Opportunities will include serving or packaging food donations, reading to children, helping at the Animal Shelter, and packing backpacks for Back-to- School Backpack Drives! Age limits, volunteer activities, and times will vary depending on the volunteer location.

Call 925-525-9792 or email recprograms@fhgc.com the Recreation Department if interested in purchasing.

For all of the kids programs, please make sure all of the children’s personal belongings are labeled with their first and last name.This includes: bathing suits, sunscreen, clothes, water bottles, and bags. We strive to be a peanut/tree nut free facility, so please send your kids with peanut & tree nut free items!

ALL EVENTS MAY BE REGISTERED ON THE MEMBERS ONLY WEBSITE. CLICK THE BUTTON ABOVE OR CALL THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT. 928-525-9792

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Little Pinecones Camp Tuesday - Saturday 9am - 12:30pm (Half Day) 9am - 2pm (Full Day) Ages 2-3 (*2 yr olds w/ a CIT or babysitter) Must be potty trained Welcome Little Pinecones! Come join our newest camp addition for some of the youngest members of Forest Highlands. Our summer will be filled with games, arts & crafts, swimming and more! Lunch Included. Kids Camp Tuesday - Saturday • 9am - 2pm Pinecone Kid’s Center Ages 4-6 Hey Summer, long time no see! It’s time for some great outdoor adventures. Following our weekly themes, we visit parks around property, go swimming every morning, do arts and crafts, plus so much more! Lunch Included. Tennis* offered Wednesday, Thursday & Friday available upon request. Golf* offered on Wednesdays. Explorer Camp Tuesday - Saturday • 9am - 2pm Aspen Rec Center Ages 7-9 Adventure awaits! Explorers get ready for the best summer yet!

BABYSITTING Contact Recreation in advance you would like to book a babysitter or to get the approved CIT list. OFF-PROPERTY FIELD TRIP Check with Recreation for details on off-property field trip dates and locations. Crew Camp Tuesday - Saturday • 9am - 2pm Family Rec Center Ages 10+ Crew camp includes off- property field trips every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturdays! Campers will also be attending volunteer opportunities in Flagstaff every Wednesday during camp hours. Fridays will include Kid’s Choice of an on-property field trip such as putt- putt golf, Jacuzzi time, Volleyball, Bocce Ball, Disc Golf, bike riding, or fishing! Tennis* offered Wednesday, Thursday & Friday available upon request. Golf* offered on Wednesdays.

Extended Camp after Camp Tuesday - Saturday • 2 - 5pm Family Rec Center $10/kid/hour Ages 4+ Can’t get back in time to pick up the kids from Camp? Sign your camper up for extended care and we’ll keep them entertained with games in the Family Rec Center or on the playground! Minimum 4 children. If registration is below the minimum, pricing will be calculated according to Recreation babysitting rates. Sign up on the day of camp at drop-off.

*Tennis and field trips will incur an additional charge.

MAY CAMP FOOD CALENDAR

DAILY SNACK

Spend time playing sports at the parks, swimming, hiking, *Tennis*, *field trips*, and much more! Check with Recreation for field trip dates and locations. Lunch Included. Tennis* offered Wednesday, Thursday & Friday available upon request. Golf* offered on Wednesdays.

5/23 Hot Dog w/ fries and oranges

Chex Mix

5/24

Teriyaki Chicken (sauce on side) w/ rice and broccoli Veggie Straws

5/25

Grilled Cheese w/ yogurt cup and chips

Graham Crackers

5/28

Mac & Cheese w/ broccoli

Pretzels

5/29

Taquitos w/ rice, beans and carrots

Ritz Crackers

5/30

Corn Dogs w/ fries and oranges

Chex Mix

5/31

Chicken Tenders w/ chips and watermelon

Veggie Straws

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Adult

For detailed information for each affinity club clicking the button >>>

SPECIAL EVENTS & AFFINITY CLUBS

PROGRAMS Family

Interested in meeting Members with like minded ideas of how to have fun? Join a club today!

AFFINITY CLUBS FLYER

If you are interested in being a part of any clubs or starting a new club and want to help get it going, please contact the Recreation Center at (928) 525-9792! Lecture Series 2nd & 4th Tuesday (October-May) Needles in the Pines (Begins May 25) Saturdays • 11:30 (lunch) • after lunch until 3pm (Stitching) Canyon Dining Room. Reservation required. Contact Kay Lubecke, kay@lubecke.com 602-550-5009 Water Aerobics (Formerly Splash Dance) Monday, Wednesday and Friday • 9am-9:50am (Begins May 24) Meet at the Meadow Pool Contact Kay Lubecke, kay@lubecke.com

Adults on the Town Select Sundays Nights in Summer: May 19, June 2 and 23, July 14 and 28 • 5:30-9pm Meadow pickup 5:30pm (FRC) Canyon pickup 6pm (Canyon Roundabout) Shuttle leaves Canyon at 6:15pm $25 + Field Trip Fee • AGP: $35 + Field Trip Fee Ages 18+ Wondering why Field Trips are just for kids? Well, not anymore! On select Sunday nights during the Summer we’ll be offering all the best Field Trips - but for adults who are young at heart! Play laser tag, video games, go rock climbing, and more! Check-in at the Meadow or Canyon clubhouse and we’ll head out on the town. Limited seats available so sign up in advance to save your spot! Minimum 6 members to move forward with event

602-550-5009 Bridge Club Wednesdays • 1pm Canyon Clubroom Contact Vickie Selzer, vickieeselzer@gmail.com Book Club Tuesdays • 3:30pm Contact Renee Probst, reneefp64@gmail.com 480-375-1537 Adult & Family Hiking Club Every 2nd & 4th Sunday (June-September)

Meet outside the Family Recreation Center at 8:45am Contact Michelle Baggs, fitness@fhgc.com 928-525-5298

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CONCIERGE SERVICES

CONCIERGE OFFICE NOW LOCATED AT FACILITY OPERATIONS BUILDING FOR THE SUMMER

CONCIERGE OFFICE HOURS Daily • 9am - 5pm

Please allow 24 - 48 to acquire availability for your request. Please note that Forest Highlands Recreation can not fill concierge requests within 24 hours. CONCIERGE SERVICES All Services can be requested online at fhgc.com under Recreation Services. DAY OF CONCIERGE FEE All Requests should be made 24 hours in advance. For those requests that are asked and met under the 24 hour mark, will be charged a “Day of” fee of $25.

The Concierge Department has added a NEW service!

SCREEN WALL INSTALLATION Do you have an uncovered AC Unit that isn’t in compliance with our DRC guidelines? If you do, this service might be for you! The new service follows the approved DRC materials list and is offered at an affordable cost to Members.

Screen Wall Installation!

Service options and pricing: For “L” shaped unit screen walls: $1600 - $2000 For “U” shaped unit screen walls: $2100 - $2500

We are using HOLT products, and the service is only offered April- October (depending upon weather). Call us today at 928-525-9792 to get your FREE installation estimate before we fill up!

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FITNESS AND SPA FITNESS

PERSONAL TRAINING Whether your goal is general health, injury rehabilitation, weight loss, flexibility, or strength gains, we are here to guide you in reaching your goals safely and effectively. Contact fitness@fhgc.com for inquiries. We are excited to introduce our personal training staff for the season.

JACUZZI Hours of Operation Monday - Sunday • 8 - 8pm

The thermal cover will remain on to conserve heat, please feel free to remove it or ask a recreation staff for assistance. Towels are located in the Pool Host Stand. Dispose of used towels in the “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 7:00 – 9:00am if picking up coffee or breakfast to go. Smoking is prohibited on the pool deck.

MICHELLE BAGGS: A seasoned personal trainer with over a decade of experience, Michelle specializes in customized programs focusing on strength training, powerlifting, and overall fitness. With a background as a paramedic, she emphasizes the importance of nutrition and recovery for optimal results. PAUL CAIN: With qualifications in Golf Fitness and a Bachelor’s in Fitness and Wellness, Paul brings extensive experience in personal training and working with athletes in various sports. Outside of training, he enjoys outdoor activities and runs a tree service company as an arborist. LAUREN ALDRIDGE: A local graduate with a passion for fitness, Lauren offers diverse training modalities and group fitness classes, drawing from her love for outdoor activities like hiking and snowboarding. She also enjoys reading, exploring local coffee shops, and traveling. To learn more, please click the icon below..

MEET YOUR 2024 PERSONAL TRAINERS Fitness

MAY 1-11 FITNESS SCHEDULE

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES 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. Classes and locations are subject to change.

MAY 12-31 FITNESS SCHEDULE

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FITNESS AND SPA SPA

MEET YOUR 2024 SPA STAFF

SPA SERVICES 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. Check out our Spa Menu (click on the icon)

MASSAGE SCHEDULE • Jene

Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays • 10am – 5pm • Patricia Tuesdays and Wednesdays • 10am – 5pm, Fridays • 8am – 1pm • Iga Wednesdays • 10am – 12:45pm, Thursdays • 10am – 2pm and Fridays • 1:30 – 6pm • Brandon Sundays and Mondays • 10am – 5pm • Gina Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays • 9am-5pm and various in-home dates

SPA MENU

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!

• Toni • Yessi

On Call and various in-home dates

MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL Did you know that women love to be pampered?! Nobody deserves it more than all the hard working Mom’s out there, and we want to honor YOU. Gift Certificates available upon request. Email fitness@fhgc.com *Does not apply to packages or other promotions.

RECEIVE 15% OFF ALL REGULAR PRICED SPA TREATMENTS ON MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND!

POOLS Pool Guest Fees Use of both pools is FREE to members and guests! All guests MUST be accompanied by a Member. Swim Lessons Private Lessons are scheduled at the convenience of the instructor and the Member. The cost is $45 per 30 minute session and is billed to the Member’s account. All private lesson cancellations must be made within 24 hours of the scheduled lesson to avoid charges. Call the Recreation Center to get a lesson scheduled!

Canyon Pool - OPENS Friday, May 24 6am-9:30am Lap Swim 9:30am-7pm Open Swim & Lap Swim 7pm Canyon Pool Closed Meadow Pool - OPENS Friday, May 24 7:30-8:30am Lap Swim 8:45-9:45am Splash Dance/Water Aerobics 9:45-10:30am Closed for programs 11am-8pm Open Swim 8pm Meadow Pool Closed

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