IN THE PINES VOLUME 30 - ISSUE 2 MARCH 2023
THE FOREST HIGHLANDS ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER
THE OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION OF THE FOREST HIGHLANDS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
THE DIGITAL 2023-2024 CALENDAR OF EVENTS IS HERE!
CLICK HERE
Leadership Foundation Club News
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Golf History
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Racquet Security
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Golf
Recreation Fitness/Spa
Realty
Dining
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LEADERSHIP
Patty Ashbrook, General Manager / COO Dirck Iacobelli, Board President
Please be sure to note that at the October 31, 2022 meeting (board minutes available on the member website), the board made a decision to postpone construction of the expanded tennis pavilion project until Fall 2023, so the facility would be available for the 2023 summer season. A new architect was hired in mid-2022 and final plans were not complete until early October. This created a delay in obtaining the construction permit and would have delayed the estimated completion date until July 2023. Weather impacts and material procurement issues could have delayed the project even further. We plan to close the tennis facility mid-October 2023 so that demolition can begin with an anticipated completion by Memorial Weekend 2024. The Member Roundtable meeting to discuss brainstorming ideas for the Canyon Clubhouse will be postponed from March 18 to a date later in the summer to allow greater member participation. The Board also approved naming the putting course for Dick Bailey and Mike Kosak as they were both instrumental in the creation of this fabulous community amenity. During discussions concerning better communication the Board recommended • Including Board members in the Coffee with the GM gatherings this summer. • Development of a system to catalog emails to the Board and if appropriate assign responsibility for responding. • Establishing an Ad Hoc Communications Committee. • Posting the approved minutes of HOA Board Meetings and future committee meetings on the member website. • Emailing a Board Brief following each board meeting that summarizes key actions and discussion. Sara Rhodes and Nancy Balm presented a report summarizing the recommendations of the Pickleball Ad Hoc Committee and the Board approved a meeting with the Committee, the builder team, the General Manager and the HOA President to review them.
Dear Fellow Members;
The second meeting of the recently elected 2023 FHGC Board of Directors was held on February 20 at the Ironwood Clubhouse at Anthem Golf and Country Club. All Board members attended in person or by Zoom as did approximately 20 other members. In addition to more common agenda items that are summarized herein, a significant portion of the meeting was devoted to discussion of recent member feedback regarding communication. In this my initial message as your HOA President, I would like to assure you that improved communication and transparency are among the Board’s highest priorities. During the President’s report on timeline and action items it was noted that Bill Aust and Mike Selzer are working with Phil Smith to determine how best to honor Tom Weiskopf’s legacy at Forest Highlands. The annual audit of the prior year (2022) financial statements began in February and is scheduled for completion in March. Committee volunteer forms were distributed by email and online, and the leadership team is finalizing their season and professional development plans. As we look forward to March, the leadership team will begin hiring and preparation for the golf season. The Board is scheduled to approve changes to the Association Rules and ratify committee assignments at the March meeting. The General Manager reported that although weekend dining activity has fluctuated because of heavy snow and cold temperatures, it is very similar to pre-pandemic levels. Capital project updates indicate the pickleball facility is proceeding as weather permits. Courts should be playable by mid-June. Project savings from value engineering to date equal $209K. The Meadow patio extension is moving rapidly with April 9 as the goal for most work to be completed. The Covered Bridge restroom is still waiting for approval from the County. The Utility Operations Building is essentially complete.
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LEADERSHIP
CALL FOR COMMITTEE VOLUNTEERS!
The Board modified it’s 2018 Resolution to permit a limited open member comment period at the end of future Board meetings. Members are reminded that they can attend all Board meetings either in person or via zoom. Members are strongly advised to check road and weather conditions before travelling to Flagstaff. Record high snowfall has hindered roadway clearing and increased instances of ice dam related roof damage. There is still time to volunteer for a committee so if you would like to participate as a member, please fill out an application. Committees will be formed in the next 2-3 weeks. Be sure to check the Member website for the 2023-2024 e-version of the Season Calendar of Events as we all look forward to Opening Day in under two months on Friday, April 28.
Now is the time to volunteer for one of the many Committees at Forest Highlands. Your participation in the governance of this wonderful community is of paramount importance! All committee information & details are available on the members.fhgc.com site, find a link to the page below: If you would like to help guide the future of your community in the pines and would like to volunteer your time to make a difference please download and fill out the VOLUNTEER FORM .
You can also find the form on the members.fhgc.com site. Click on HOA at the top then find Board of Directors in the quick links.
2023 COMMITTEE CHAIR ASSIGNMENTS STANDING DRC – Jeff Schrock Finance – Larry Aldrich / Sara Rhodes Vice-Chair FireWise – Pete Kloeber
PLEASE NOTE!
All volunteers must complete a form to participate on a committee each year. If you previously volunteered for a committee at Forest Highlands and would like to continue to be involved, please complete your 2023 form today!
Sincerely; Dirck Iacobelli Board President Dirck Iacobelli
Golf – Mike Hackett Greens – Mike Selzer House – Dave Stearns
Master Plan –Dirck Iacobelli Recreation – Marian Paoletti Racquets – Marian Paoletti Security – Michelle Arena Utilities – Sara Rhodes AD HOC Member Relations & Legal – Executive Committee Real Estate – As Needed Sustainability – All within respective committees
Please return all completed forms to:
Patty Ashbrook, General Manager / COO By Fax: (928) 525 - 1369 OR By Email: pashbrook@fhgc.com OR By Mail: 2425 William Palmer Flagstaff, AZ 86005
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FOUNDATION
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
FOREST HIGHLANDS FOUNDATION ONLINE SILENT AUCTION FUNDRAISER
Each month, through June, Forest Highlands Foundation will be auctioning a donated item. The auction proceeds will support non-profits serving the greater Flagstaff area.
This month’s item is a pair of 2009 Inauguration Cufflinks & a Tie Clip donated by Robert Gault.
To bid, click on the button below.
BID
Forest Highlands Foundation
2009 Inauguration Cufflinks & Tie Clip donated by Robert Gault.
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FOUNDATION
The Forest Highlands Foundation has been a longtime supporter of the Food Center, and last year, when we were in tremendous need of help, the Foundation responded quickly and generously. Most notably, they gave $50,000 toward our freezer campaign during Hunger Action Month in September. The $200,000 freezer was installed in November. If the old freezer went out before being replaced, 1400 people would be left without food daily. In April, I will reach my one-year anniversary as the Executive Director of Flagstaff Family Food Center, and it’s been the wildest ride of my life. Donations from our committed donors, like Forest Highlands Foundation, continue to leave me grateful. Such support allows our staff and volunteers to keep our eyes on the mission: “neighbors feeding neighbors, every day!” Undoubtedly, we’re thankful to have the Foundation on our side. Thank you all!
It's no secret that the last three years have challenged nonprofit organizations, forcing many to implode and cease services. Though most of us knew what we signed up for, the challenges from the pandemic and the subsequent recession have required additional endurance. In the first six months of 2022, the number of Flagstaff families seeking emergency food assistance from the Flagstaff Family Food Center was higher than for all of 2021 combined. The kitchen, where we serve a hot meal for dinner every day, has seen a 63% increase in demand in 2022 alone. Several factors have contributed to this great need, with inflation being the main culprit. The United States Department of Agriculture found that food purchased at the grocery store costs 11.8% more in February 2023 than in December 2021. According to Payscale, the cost of food in Flagstaff is already 11% higher than the national average. It's important also to consider the increased cost burden of housing, utilities, and transportation our clients face.
- Ethan Amos
the mission: neighbors feeding neighbors, every day!
16TH ANNUAL DENISE MARTINEZ MEMORIAL PRO-AM Monday, June 19
Scan the QR code for more details and Sponsorship Opportunities.
SAVE THE DATE
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CLUB NEWS
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
BARK BEETLE REDUCTION COST SHARE PROGRAM
The Arizona Department of Foeresty and Fire Managemnet resumed the BBRCS program in September 2022.
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)
LEARN MORE
PROPERTY ASSESSMENT WAITLIST
CLICK HERE FOR PROPERTY WIDE TRASH LOCATIONS
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.
TRASH PICKUP Mondays
HOME RECYCLING PICK UP every other Monday
2023 SCHEDULE
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
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CLUB NEWS
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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NEW ZEALAND HIGHLIGHTS OF OCT 21 - 30, 2023
Premier Excursions invites the members of Forest Highlands to experience exhilarating New Zealand on this captivating 10-day adventure featuring the country’s top-ranked golf courses, iconic attractions, and gourmet food and wine. Destinations include; The Farm at Cape Kidnappers in Hawke’s Bay, ranked as one of the top two hotels in New Zealand by Travel + Leisure. Queenstown, the adventure captial, with an array of action-packed activities such as the Milford Sound scenic helicopter flight, the Shotover Jet boat navigating the narrow Shotover Canyons, wine tour of the renowned Gibbston Valley, and more. And finally, Kauri Cliffs in the Bay of Islands with more world-class golf and adventures including sailing, kayaking, and fishing to name but a few.
DESTINATION N O 1
DESTINATION N O 2
DESTINATION N O 3
HAWKE’S BAY
QUEENSTOWN
BAY OF ISLANDS
THE FARM AT CAPE KIDNAPPERS 3 NIGHTS AT
3 NIGHTS AT
3 NIGHTS AT
SOFITEL QUEENSTOWN
THE LODGE AT KAURI CLIFFS
TRAVEL DATES OCTOBER 21 ST - 30 TH , 2023
DURATION 10 DAYS
REMAINING AVAILABILITY 4 ROOMS
desi@premierafrica.com +1 866 598 8484
Contact Desi Geldenhuys from Premier Africa for more information or to reserve your place
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DINING
DINING MEADOW: 952-525-5205
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 MEADOW WINTER HOURS Dine-In Service Available Friday, Saturday & Sunday
2023 EVENT REGISTRATIONS
Registration for the BBQs and majority of our events will open on Friday, April 28.
THURSDAY
Soup & Chili • 11am - 5pm Bar • 11am - 5pm
Registration for Wine Dinners and Chef Eddie’s Cooking Classes will be available 30 days prior to the event date.
FRIDAY
Soup & Chili • 11am - 5pm Bar • 11am - 5pm Dinner • 5pm - 8pm
*SATURDAY
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. CANCELATION POLICY
Brunch • 11am - 3pm Dinner • 5pm - 8pm
SUNDAY
Brunch • 9am - 2pm
* Pizza Takeout Menu available
Brunch Sundays at the Meadow Clubhouse 9am-2pm Sunday
MEADOW MENUS
MENU
KASSIDY’S KAFE Saturday, March 11 8 - 10:30am Meadow Clubhouse
Celebrate the end of the weekend by enjoying a little Sunday Funday to close out the end of your week. Join us for a delicious assortment of breakfast and lunch items and enjoy “Bottomless Bubbles”, our Meadow Mimosas, all brunch long!
Pre-order your bagels by 12 noon on Friday, March 10 928.525.1100
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DINING
Saturday, June 10 5:30pm
***PLEASE NOTE*** Registration for The Taste of Forest Highlands will open to MEMBERS ONLY on Friday, April 28 at 9am. This will allow all of our members to have a chance to register for this very popular event.
We will then open registration to extended family or other guests on Friday, May 5 at 9am.
Registration must be made online via the members.fhgc.com website. We are unable to register members via phone, email or voice mail but would be happy to answer any registration questions or issues.
WINTER HAPPY HOUR
Wine flies when you're having fun!
SOUP & CHILI AT THE MEADOW Thursdays & Fridays 11am - 5pm
Join us at the Meadow Bar Friday & Saturdays 5pm-6pm for our Winter Happy Hour! Featuring rotating $10 appetizers along with $3 Draft Beers, Featured Wine Special, and Drink Special.
Come on by and help yourself to some winter comfort food as we offer Chef Fred’s Soup & Chili every Thursday & Friday throughout the winter season! _____ The Meadow Clubhouse bar will also be open so enjoy a cocktail as well. No reservation necessary.
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GOLF GOLF HISTORY
February 20, 2023
DICK BAILEY: MR. OUTSIDE Founder, Course Designer, Community Developer and Pilot
By William Godfrey
One of the founding fathers of Forest Highlands was Dick Bailey. Bailey, who passed away in June 2020, was a vital contributor to the early development of this treasured community and decades-long friend and partner of Jim Bartlett. The Bailey Bartlett Group was instrumental in locating the original site, arranging the financing for the purchase of multiple land parcels, and selecting the team of Jay Morrish and Tom Weiskopf to design the golf course. They were also responsible for many other contributions that occurred under the radar of most of the membership. “My long-time partner was principally responsible for the conceptualization and execution of what many would agree was a superb plan for the community,” explained Bartlett, former managing partner. “It included an outstanding golf course, a superb clubhouse and a collection of wonderful neighborhood parks.” The expansive parcel of land that would become the Canyon Golf Course was where Bailey spent countless hours from the outset. “Dick’s presence on site during construction of the Canyon with Tom Weiskopf and Jay Morrish, played a large part in the successful design of the golf course,” shared Mike Kosak, first superintendent of Forest Highlands.
Historical Photos: Richard Bailey & Jim Bartlett
“Dick enjoyed the dirt as did Tom. The two of them spent many a day together walking and discussing every hole,” Kosak recalled, from his home in South Carolina. “My fondest memories were the days I tagged along as they talked about the course. There are so many memories of my time with Dick; the golf outings and stories would take up pages. His architectural background was helpful in every aspect of what became the Forest Highlands community,” said Kosak. “It was an honor to have known him.” Bailey and Kosak also spent many hours and months working together on another important amenity, as they were the individuals primarily responsible for the design and build-out of the Putting Course at Forest Highlands. Richard Hinton Bailey was born in 1934 in East Cleveland, Ohio. He attended Ohio State and Western Reserve University and studied architecture. Bailey was an accomplished pilot who started flying single engine planes in his 20’s. He purchased his first plane, a Beach Bonanza, while living in Vail, Colorado, where he first met Bartlett. Over the years Bailey upgraded his aircraft, eventually to a Turbo Commander. “We flew hundreds of hours together. I was always in the right seat and never touched an instrument, Bartlett chuckled. “My contribution was conversation and occasionally…I handed him his coffee. We got along really well. He was articulate, artistic and level-headed. Over all the many years I knew him, there was never a cross word.”
Historical Photos: Tom Weiskopf, Jay Morrish & Richard Bailey
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GOLF GOLF HISTORY
DICK BAILEY LEGACY
Bailey is survived by his wife Susan Bailey and their son. Ryan. Today, Susan resides near Martis Camp, a luxury golf course community in Lake Tahoe in which Jim Bartlett was involved. Susan Bailey is an Instructor with Elevation Truckee, a non-profit day program for adults with special needs. She continues to maintain a Founder’s Membership at Forest Highlands. Ryan works for a financial firm in Scottsdale. “Dick was Mr. Outside to Jim Bartlett’s Mr. Inside,” shared Susan, in a phone conversation from her home. “Dick enjoyed working with contractors, architects and being in the field. He loved creating things and had the talent. He was enthusiastic about his work, was creative, loved golf and loved his work.”
Historical Photos: Tom Weiskopf & Jay Morrish
This was seconded by Jim Bartlett. “It all started with Dick’s ability to take a good piece of land and turn it into an exceptional golf course community. His ability to find and work with planners, designers, architects and eventually contractors and get their best work out of them made all the difference,” Bartlett explained. “And not just the big stuff…it was the lesser amenities and the simple, but important details, like street lights, street signs and pocket parks that differentiated us from the competition.”
DICK BAILEY DESIGN
In 1991, a few years after Forest Highlands was turned over to its members, Bailey broke off from Jim Bartlett to start his own firm, Dick Bailey Design. With Weiskopf and Morrish as his mentors, Bailey followed his longtime passion to design golf courses on his own. His first commission was the Whitehawk Ranch Golf Club in Clio, California. The public course, north of Lake Tahoe, has received numerous awards over the years for its design and playability. Bailey went on to design and renovate nearly 20 golf courses in Arizona, California, Montana and Wyoming over two and a half decades. Unfortunately, it was an illness that prevented him from continuing his love for golf design work.
Historical Photos: Jay Morrish &Tom Weiskopf
From an historical perspective, the community would not be what it is today without the early contributions, creative talent and vision of Richard Hinton Bailey. Along with others, Dick Bailey laid the foundation for what is today Forest Highlands.
William Godfrey is an author, golf historian and biographer and Forest Highlands Member. To offer future story suggestions or comments, he can be reached at willgodd@gmail.com.
Historical Photos: Canyon, Hole 7
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GOLF
22ND ANNUAL G LF TOURNAMENT
2023 MAJOR TOURNAMENT DATES
DETAILS OF THE EVENT
COUPLES INVITATIONAL June 7 – 9 Registration opens April 3 MEMBER MEMBER June 23 – 25 Registration opens May 1 SWINGFEST July 10 – 13 Registration opens April 10
Monday, April 10, 2023
at Wildfire Golf Club at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort and Spa.
Registration and lunch at noon, shotgun start at 1 pm.
19th Hole Celebration immediately following tournament.
HIGHLANDER CHAMPIONSHIP September 20 – 23 Lottery Open May 27 – June 2
SCAN TO REGISTER
PONDEROSA OPEN October 4 – 6 Lottery Open June 10 – 16
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GOLF
Saturday, April 29
Join the Weiskopf's Warriors us as we honor the memory of Tom Weiskopf.
Tom Weiskopf was selected as the sole architect for the Meadow Course. Read more about his contribution to what we now know and love as the Meadow Golf Course. Tom was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in late 2020, and he passed away on August 20, 2022. Pancreatic cancer has the lowest survival rate of all major cancers, at just 11%. This deadly disease has stolen our best and our brightest, but it can’t take away our determination. Join his wife Laurie Wesikopf as she join forces with Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) by putting together a team for PANCAN’s Purple Stride, a 5K event on April 29, 2023, in Scottsdale. Purple Stride brings survivors, caregivers, families, friends, researchers, and healthcare professionals together on ONE BIG DAY through 60 events across the country to raise money awareness for pancreatic cancer. Tom was a fighter and, to honor him, I am continuing the battle and will be participating in AZ at Salt River Fields to hopefully shine a bigger light on the disease that took Tom and so many more.
Learn more about how you can contribute to the legendary Tom Weiskopf by clicking the buttons below.
Walk with Laurie In Tom’s honor ANYWHERE. WALK
DONATE Make a donation to support the cause through our team
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RECREATION
Call the Recreation Department at (928) 525-9792
FAMILY EVENT!
EASTER EGG HUNT EGG-STRAVAGANZA Sunday, April 9 10am-1pm Meadow Event Lawn Price: $40/kid
Spring Camp Saturdays in March-May 10am - 3pm Pinecone Kid’s Center Price: See Kid’s Camp for price details Ages 4 and up! 2-3 with CIT We do crafts, play games, visit the parks on property, and sometimes go on field trips. While we still have snow, wear your warmest winter gear in case we decide to hit the best sledding hills Forest Highlands has to offer. Lunch and snacks are provided.
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* 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.
Ages 2+ Come meet the Easter Bunny at our Annual Easter Egg Hunt! Over 700 eggs will be hidden and broken into sections based on age. Petting Zoo, bounce house and Easter arts & crafts will start on the Meadow Event Lawn after the Easter Egg Hunt.
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
2023 CAMP PACKAGES 50 Package $2,250 ($45/camp) 30 Package $1,500 ($50/camp) 15 Package $780 ($52/camp) 10 Package $540 ($54/camp) 5 Package $280 ($56/camp) Single Day (24 Hr registration) $60 Summer Drop in $70/camp
Every Saturday night is a party at the Pinecone Kid’s Center with unique themed activities, crafts, and a movie! Dinner included.
Camp packages purchased in 2023 will expire on December 31st, 2023. Packages are non-transferrable & non-refundable.
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RECREATION
FIELD TRIPS Spring
All field trips are subject to change.
NAU Wall Aquatic Center Wednesday, March 8 & 15 10am-3pm
Make a SPLASH with us at the NAU Wall Aquatic Center! Levitate Adventure Park (IF OPEN) or Flag Tag AZ Thursday, March 9 & 16 • 10am-3pm Flagstaff’s best place for entertainment including laser tag, archery tag, Nerf tag, axe throwing, and arcade games! Bowlski Friday, March 10 & 17 • 10am-3pm Join us for vintage bowling, arcade games, and good times inside the Flagstaff Mall!
Deer Farm in Williams Monday, March 6 & 13 • 10am-3pm Walk with & feed deer right from your hands! All animal lovers join us at the Deer Farm to see wallabies, llamas, coatimundi, bison, peacocks, & much more! Kachina Wetlands Hike Tuesday, March 7 & 14 • 10am-3pm Meet at the Pinecone Kid’s Center Lace up those hiking boots and get ready for a scenic hike with your favorite counselors!
Ages 7+ For all field trips meet at the Pinecone Kid’s Center. Lunch will be provided. Cost: Camp Price PLUS field trip fee Minimum 4 kids.
REGISTER
SIGN UP FOR RECREATION TEXT ALERTS TEXT “ FHGCKIDS ” TO 40691
FAMILY EVENT!
Sledfest Pop Up Events FREE Spontaneous w/ Member text Time: Info sent in Member text Meadow Driving Range
Ensure that your text doesn’t auto-correct to put a space between the letters. It has to be an exact match!
Meet us at the Meadow Driving Range for a SLEDtastic time! We have 3 man made hills for sledding, snowmobile rides (if 1ft base), and sweet treats for the whole family to enjoy!
*Program is dependent upon the weather! We need 1ft of snow minimum to sled, solid base for snowmobile rides.
**Additional cost for hot cocoa and treats may be applicable**
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RECREATION
2023 SNOW REMOVAL
SCHEDULE SERVICE!
CONCIERGE SERVICES
DAILY • 9AM-5PM
OFFICE 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
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. __________
PRICES
• House Cleaning Service • Dog Walking/Pet Sitting • Landscape Design Service (more info on next page)
For a detailed description of services and prices, click the flyer .
Please allow 24 - 48 to acquire availability for your request. Forest Highlands Recreation cannot fill concierge requests within 24 hours.
OPTION #4: PATH LIST
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”
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. Call the Recreation Department at (928) 525- 9792 today to confirm your spot, spots fill up quickly!
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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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FITNESS AND SPA
We offer personal training all winter! 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. PERSONAL TRAINING
CLASSES GROUP FITNESS
FLEX ROOM SCHEDULE MARCH
REGISTER
Contact Bianca Langrick for inquiries: blangrick@fhgc.com or call 928-525-5223
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.
Spa SERVICES
SPA MENU
FORETEES
AVAILABLE DAILY!
MARCH SPA SCHEDULE Massage Therapists: Patricia - Fridays and Saturdays • 10am-5pm Jene - Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays • 10am-5pm Toni - Thursdays • 11am-5pm Collin - Mondays and Tuesdays, Sunday March 12 and 26 • 9am-4pm 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.
Estheticians : Gabi - Sunday, March 5th and 19th • 11am-4pm Iga - Tuesdays and Thursdays • 9am-5pm
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RACQUET SPORTS
Nicole Chambers, USPTA Elite Professional, IPTPA Pickleball Professional Director of Racquet Sports. Voted Top 10 Best Coach by The Tennis Channel 2021
Dear Members,
REGISTRATION All events/tournaments/leagues will open for registration on April 1st. Registration deadlines are all one week in advance of the event, unless otherwise specified. All clinics open for registration 1 week in advance and close 24 hours before class. If there is still space, you may register on the day. We have a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 12 per clinic. All private court bookings may be made 1 week in advance of play on the members.fhgc.com website and via the FHGC app. COMMUNICATION To recevie text alerts about clinics, event and/or programming changes, please text “FHGCTENNIS” TO 40691 A weekly FHGC email is sent out with happenings around the club; Tennis info may be found at the bottom of the email All programming information on the web page will OPEN on April 1 All clinics, events and court bookings are available on the members.fhgc.com website and via the FHGC app. The Voice in the Pines, is available from the 1st of every month.
As I type, the icicles are hanging off the Pro Shop roof and your courts are covered in snow. It is hard to believe in only a couple of months, we will open our “doors” and welcome you all back for the 2023 season. I am excited to share that Garrett Lakey, USPTA Pro will be back as my Assistant Pro for the season. Garrett will be in charge of all Junior and Adult Development Programming and I will lead the Junior Excellence and Adult Advanced Programming.
To give everyone an update on the extension to the Pro Shop, at the Board’s October 31, 2022 meeting (Board minutes available on the member website) the Board made a decision to postpone construction of the expanded tennis pavilion project to Fall 2023, due to the impact of having the facility available for the 2023 summer season. A new architect was hired in mid-2022 and final plans were not complete until early October. This created a delay in obtaining the construction permit resulting in an estimated completion date of July 2023, notwithstanding the impacts of weather and material procurement issues, which could have delayed the project even further. We will plan to close the facility mid-October 2023 so that demolition can begin with an anticipated completion by Memorial Weekend 2024.
EVENTS: SAVE THE DATE!
• Cinco De Mayo Social: Friday, May 5 (NEW) • Mother’s Day Clinic & Social: Sunday, May 14 | 1-3pm
• Welcome Back Social & Demo Day: Saturday, May 27 | 9am – noon • Adult Flex League & Junior Singles Flex League: June – July (NEW) • Member/Member Ladies: Saturday, June 10 | 9-11am • Member/Member Men’s: Saturday, June 10 | 11:30 – 1:30pm (NEW) • Adult Doubles Flex Leagues: June 1 – July 31 | flexible times (NEW) • Junior Singles Summer Flex League: June 2 – Aug 5 | flexible times (NEW)
• Triples Event: Saturday, June 17 | 9-11am (NEW) • Wimbledon Mixed: Saturday, July 1 | 9am-noon • World Team Tennis: Saturday, July 15 | 9am – noon • Club Champs: Saturday – Sunday, August 5-6 | TBD
• Men’s Brew Cup: Saturday, August 26 | 8am – 4pm (NEW) • Labor Day Social: Saturday, September 2 | 9am – noon • Ladies Member/Guest Team Event: Friday – Sunday, September 8 – 10
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RACQUET SPORTS
TENNIS WEEKLY SCHEDULE • MEMORIAL DAY - LABOR DAY (MAY 25 - SEPT. 5) MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
Advanced Academy Doubles Clinic 8:30 - 10am ends 10/1
Dynamic Doubles Clinic 8:30 - 10am
Cardio Tennis w/TRX 7:45 - 8:45am
Advanced Clinic & Play 9:30 - 11am
Open Play (Drop-IN) 9 - 11am
Advanced Clinic & Play 9:30 - 11am
Open Play (Drop-IN) 9 - 11am
Intermediate Clinic & Play 10 - 11:30am Newbies Tennis 11:30 - 12:30am ends 10/1
Men’s Clinic & Play 10 - 11:30am
Intermediate Clinic & Play 3 - 4:30pm
Newbies Tennis 3 - 4pm ends 10/1
PICKLEBALL WEEKLY SCHEDULE • MEMORIAL DAY - LABOR DAY (MAY 25 - SEPT. 5) MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY Social Club League (level 2.5 - 3.5) 9 - 11am ends 8/28 Open Play Int/Adv 7:30 - 9:30am ends 8/29 Open Play Beginner/Int 8 - 9:30am ends 8/30 Open Play Int/Adv 7:30 - 9:30am ends 9/29 Open Play Int/Adv 8 - 10am ends 10/29
Clinic 101 Beginner 1 - 2pm ends 9/17
Open Play Beginner/Int 1 - 2:30pm 10/29
Clinic 202 Adv. Beginner/Int 2 - 3pm
Competitive Club League (level 3.5 - 4.0) 3 - 5pm ends 8/27
Drill Clinic 303 & 404 3 - 4pm
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PICKLEBALL
Nicole Chambers, USPTA Elite Professional, IPTPA Pickleball Professional Director of Racquet Sports. Voted Top 10 Best Coach by The Tennis Channel 2021
SAVE THE DATES!! Welcome Back Social & Demo Day: Sunday, May 28 | 9am – noon Pickleball Happy Hour Mixers: Thursday’s from 5-7pm Doubles Flex Leagues: June –July | Flexibles times Social League: Monday morning | June – August Competitive League: June – August | 3 – 5pm Summer Shoot-Out: Saturday, August 12 | 9am - noon Labor Day Social: Monday, September 4 | 9am – noon 101 Beginner Clinic: Saturday’s | 1-2pm 202 Intermediate Clinic: Saturday’s | 2-3pm 303 Advanced Drill Clinics: Saturday’s | 3-4pm
What an exciting time it is for our Club and for all present and future pickleball players! We are so very excited for the Grand Opening of our courts, which takes place on Sunday, July 9th. The expected date of completion (if there are no further snow delays) will be the middle of June. Though we will begin our season at the tennis courts, we will announce the date when shifting locations, closer to the time.
Our facilities will include: 8 post-tension courts, indoor and outdoor seated areas and beautiful protective landscaping. The Pro Shop will display merchandise and accessories and will allow you to relax in the lounge area while watching pickleball on the large screen t.v. We will provide a “grab & go” convenience station that will have an honesty registration sheet for drinks and snacks.
Pickleball Renderings
You can look forward to open play times for beginners, intermediates and advanced. We will keep Saturdays as our Clinic & Drill day. New this season is a Social Club League for the beginner to low intermediate as well as a Competitive Club League for high intermediate and advanced players. We will also offer a Doubles Flex League, allowing doubles teams to arrange matches throughout the season to suit their schedule.
Newly formed Facebook group of Forest Highlands Pickleball Players ; working together to create more opportunities for Forest Highlands members to come together to celebrate the game of pickleball. There is no charge to join this group. Contact Amy Kaplan amykaplan228@gmail.com if you would like to be added to the group. The group will be hosting our bi-monthly Mixers on a Thursday and will be advertising more events and socials on their Facebook page, once the new facility opens.
SIGN UP FOR PICKLEBALL TEXT ALERTS
TEXT “ FHGCPICKLEBALL ” TO 40691 Ensure that your text doesn’t auto-correct to put a
SCAN THE QR CODE AND CLICK JOIN GROUP
space between the letters. It has to be an exact match!
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SECURITY
PLAN AHEAD BEFORE VISITING YOUR FOREST HIGHLANDS HOME Northern Arizona continues to have an active winter season. Currently driveways have snow accumulation ranging from one foot to three feet. Due to road snow removal, there are berms located on the edge of driveways. The berms range from three feet to six feet in height. IMPORTANT: If you or guests have plans to visit Forest Highlands, it is vital to plan ahead. Most driveways are not accessible due to berms and driveways need to be plowed so driving on them is safe. Also, for the purpose of SAFETY, street parking is not allowed during snowstorms or when plows are in operation. FH Rule 3.8 is the parking rule for the community; the following is the applicable portion during snow season: … “During snowstorms and when snowplows are in operation, parking on
REMINDER
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 security@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
roadways is limited to whichever is less, 30 minutes or the time
it takes to clear driveway space for parking.”
DANGER with ICE ON GOLF COURSE PONDS Please do not ice skate, walk on or play around golf course ponds. Recently there have been children playing on iced over ponds; parents and adults with children under your supervision; please do not allow the children to play around the golf course ponds. Many are not aware, there is a Forest Highlands HOA rule restricting activity involving the ponds. Below is part of the Forest Highlands rule about ponds in the winter: Rule 6.20 Fishing …The ponds are considered a restricted area during the winter and all activity is prohibited. SAFETY
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SECURITY
ROAD CONDITIONS LEADING TO FLAGSTAFF (I-17 and I-40) & 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
If you have general questions about Forest Highlands road conditions or need a drive by to check on approximate snow level at your driveway, contact the Security Department at security@fhgc.com or (928) 525-9090.
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
DWELLINGLIVE “RESIDENT/GUEST” ONLINE PROGRAM REVIEW & LIST CLEAN UP
Thank you to the many members that have worked with Security on a community Guest/Visitor list cleanup project in the past. It is believed at a minimum an annual maintenance/review of guest lists creates reliable lists and minimizes unauthorized community entry. Security has begun a review of guest lists and in June if your list is found to be extensive, a copy of your list will be emailed with suggestions on how to reduce the list and manage going forward. A few quick tips when using your dwellingLIVE account: 1. Consider using the “PERMANENT” guest option for only family members and a few regular contractors such as a cleaning company and a handyman; 2. Contact Security to establish your own personal dwellingLIVE account so you can maintain your own list. The account can be arranged by emailing security@fhgc.com and asking to set up the account; please provide your member number when requesting the account.
Jim Barquin, Director of Security jbarquin@fhgc.com or 928 - 525-5290
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CALL 911
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REALTY
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WINTER IS STILL THE TIME TO SELL YOUR PROPERTY!
FOREST HIGHLANDS GROUP SALES IN FOREST HIGHLANDS:
THE FOREST HIGHLANDS GROUP EXPERIENCED THE MOST SUCCESSFUL JANUARY SINCE THE COMMUNITY SOLD THE ORIGINAL DEVELOPER PRODUCTS, 20 YEARS AGO! DESPITE RECORD-BREAKING SNOWFALL IN FLAGSTAFF BUYERS WERE STILL ACTIVELY SEARCHING FOR PROPERTY IN FOREST HIGHLANDS. HOME VALUES REMAIN UP AND INVENTORY REMAINS LOW, NOW IS THE TIME TO CAPTURE EAGER BUYERS LOOKING FOR A HOME IN FOREST HIGHLANDS.
January 2023
5 homes
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January 2022
1 home
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January 2021
2 homes
$1,059,000
January 2020
4 homes
$3,595,000
January 2019
0 homes sold
$0
2023 Forest Highlands Sales
CALL A FOREST HIGHLANDS GROUP AGENT TODAY TO FIND OUT WHAT YOUR PROPERTY IS WORTH!
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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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