White Bluff Fall 2016Note from the GMCooler weather and a full Lake Whitney make for an outstanding fall at White Bluff! The deer and turkey are everywhere! Labor Day Weekend is going to be more special this year with a fireworks display and buffet Saturday night, September 3rd. Jennifer Oliver, our F&B Manager, and Crystal Anderson, our Executive Chef, have an outstanding selection for Labor Day. They are also planning something really special for Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve. The menu for Thanksgiving will be on the website as well as the plans for New Year’s as soon as details are finalized. Our events tend to sell out quickly so call 254-694-4000 now for reservations! Don’t forget to vote and keep our service men and women, as well as our local law enforcement, in your hearts and prayers. - Fred Molsen, General Manager

From the POA OfficeWhile Camping at White Bluff there a plenty of fun things to add to your Fall Activities!

Take a spin on our Town Cruiser Style Bikes White Bluff Resort Bike Rentals are available at the New Course Pro Shop Wednesdays – Sundays 8:00 am – 5:30 pm Hourly Rental $8 per bike, ½ Day Rental $20 per bike

Relax lakeside and see the real beauty of Lake Whitney. You can even hire our Captain to give you a tour on one of WB’s pontoon boats. Call 254-694-4000

Be your own CaptainOur guests with boats are allowed to use our 48-hour courtesy slip for your convenience. Simply notify Security when you arrive that you will want to use one of these free slips. These slips are uncovered and located on the gas pump dock.

Dine with usOur Lighthouse is open for dining every Friday and Saturday evening so come by and enjoy the cooler weather and beautiful view from the patio at the Lighthouse Restaurant. The beautiful orange glow over the water will mesmerize you.

Take a dipThe Swimming Pools are still open if you’d like to take a dip, just remember we require ID so be sure to take your Property Owner ID card!

Try your luck with the fishFor those of you who like to fish the North and South Ponds are a great spot. We also have Catch and Release Ponds located across from Quail Run RV Park. Paddle Boats, canoes, and small non engine boats are also on these ponds but be sure to always wear a life jacket!

The Lighthouse RestaurantAs the sunsets fade to amber and orange and the cool breezes arrive at our lakeside dining, the Lighthouse Restaurant is the perfect place to take it all in. Please plan to enjoy these great views and amazing cuisine as fall is the perfect time to please your pallet. Each weekend Chef Anderson will offer different specials with featured appetizers, handcrafted soups and delectable desserts. With our new menu offering and entrée specials, you are sure to find exactly what you crave. Visit our bar for weekly drink and featured appetizer specials or dine on our lakeside patio.

Save the labor and mess and bring your family to the Lighthouse for an all-out Thanksgiving Feast. Make planning a family get-together or Christmas party a breeze and let us do the work! Please contact Jennifer Oliver at (254) 694-0316 to book your next event at the restaurant or to order “Cater Out” for your event. - Jennifer Oliver, F&B Manager

Hotel & LodgingThe days are getting shorter and the temperatures are getting cooler. Finally it’s fall in Texas! This is the perfect time to book a special getaway at White Bluff Resort. Whether you like to play golf, take nature walks or if you prefer to relax and soak in the beautiful scenery, we have it all for you here. We also have a couple of golf packages at the hotel that are a great value. Contact our friendly Front Desk Agents at 254-694-4000 to reserve today. - Shari Snow, Lodging Manager

Security News White Bluff Security works 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with an officer stationed at the front gate with another officer on patrol (Office # (254) 694-4471). Please monitor your driving speed. People are out walking, animals are abundant, and an increase of Deer will be on the move with cooler weather. Remember, speed is Radar Enforced. White Bluff is a secure and safe place to live, but the key to keeping it that way is with your help. Crime is very low and in most cases nonexistent, but it does happen. As our eyes and ears within the resort, we ask that if you see anything suspicious we ask that you call us immediately so we may be able to deal with it. We need everyone involved in keeping White Bluff safe and secure.

Just a reminder that any boats, trailers, or any other recreation vehicle on your property cannot stay there for more than 48 hours. White Bluff has two very fine and secure storage areas, Deer Creek and Cedar Ridge that you can rent if you need the space. Contact Yvonne at POA, 694-0366 to get a space for storage.

Don’t forget that property owners can purchase a toll tag sticker for $35 each with a lifetime replacement as long as you are a Property Owner. This is a great way to expedite your entrance into White Bluff.

We also want to remind all that when you have guests coming that are not on your permanent guest list to please let security know. You can call, email us at security@whitebluffresort.com or you can even bring us a list of who you are having. Please check to make sure your permanent guest list is updated with security.

Let’s all stay safe.

- David Sanders, Chief of Security

From the Golf ProFall is fast-approaching, and that means football, baseball playoffs, and (we thought they’d never get here) cooler temperatures. Fall is a favorite time of year for golfers, as the grass is still green, but the thermometer reads something less than three digits. If you have been stockpiling your property owner comp rounds, this is a perfect time for you to bring your friends to enjoy our courses with you.

The arrival of fall means that Thanksgiving and Christmas are not far behind. You will find a wide variety of apparel for men and women, not to mention balls, shoes, and everything else related specifically to golf. Typically, except for golf balls and caps, merchandise is different at each golf shop. So if you don’t find what you’re looking for at one shop, be sure to check the other one.

Let me encourage you to make a Tee Time as soon as you know your plans (property owners can make their Tee Times up to two weeks in advance), as the cooler temperatures will see the number of golfers increase. Of course, if you are interested in a series of lessons or just a “minor tune-up,” I am available to schedule that for you. A discount is available for you when booking a series of lessons.

- Steve Reband, PGA Professional

Superintendent’s NewsIt’s fall already! Summer just flew by. I hope everyone enjoyed the golf courses this summer. I know the maintenance staff worked extremely hard this year to ensure your enjoyment of the golf courses.

This summer was a bit of a challenge. Due to the lake flooding, we had to remove the transfer pumps at the lake. This forced us to ration the irrigation water on the fairways and rough, especially on the Old Course. The wet spring and early summer also resulted in increased disease and insect pressure.

The Old Course was aerated the week of August 22nd and the New Course will be aerated starting September 6th. Aeration will be conventional core aerification. We will make every effort to keep the disruption to a minimum. I would like to thank you in advance for your patience during this time.

Autumn is the time to apply pre-emergent herbicide to keep it weed free during the winter and early spring. We will be applying a pre-emergent in October to both golf courses. We will also be making a high potassium fertilizer application during this time to help the grass prepare for winter.

If you have any questions about what is happening on the golf course, please feel free to stop in and see me, or you can call at 694-0372.

- Danny Holt, CGCS, Golf Course Superintendent